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After multiple wins for Wisconsin Democrats, Gov. Walker expressed concern for a “blue wave” hitting the state.

STATE NEWS

Gov. Walker warns conservatives as Democrats hope to ride “blue wave” into November

By Will Husted | Apr. 5, 2018

Gov. Scott Walker is going on the offensive following loses for Republicans at the polls on Tuesday, taking to Twitter to emphasize his worry about a potential “Blue Wave” in the state and the effects it could have on his conservative base. Walker’s statements come following a string of liberal victories within Wisconsin. Earlier this year, state Sen. Patty Schachtner, D-River Falls, won a seat that was previously under Republican control for 17 years. President Trump previously won the district by 17 points. Walker tweeted at the time that the loss served as a “wakeup call” for conservatives.

After an announcement Monday that the Trump administration plans to roll back environmental standards, Wisconsin politicians are pushing back and demanding tougher regulations.

STATE NEWS

As Trump administration rolls back environmental standards, Madison politicians push back

By Sammy Gibbons | Apr. 5, 2018

The Trump administration announced Monday a plan to roll back environmental standards, but Madison leaders are pushing back on the efforts, which would eliminate greenhouse gas reduction and fuel efficiency standards for American-made cars.

Madison Mayor Paul Soglin will not seek re-election, but will continue his campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor.

CITY NEWS

Soglin credits election turnout to millennials, says students want improvement

By Max Bayer | Apr. 5, 2018

At a press conference Thursday, Madison Mayor Paul Soglin credited Tuesday’s election results to increased turnout among millennials and college students. To back up his claim, Soglin cited the change in turnout over predominantly student-populated wards in Madison from April 2014 elections to the ones on Tuesday.

To prevent selecting sexual harassers, UW System discusses reshaping hiring processes

CAMPUS NEWS

Cross: Conversations on UW-Stevens Point proposal might extend “well into the fall semester”

By Maggie Chandler | Apr. 5, 2018

To allow for greater discussion among the campus community, UW System President Ray Cross said Thursday that conversation on UW-Stevens Point’s controversial proposal to chop 13 humanities majors will continue next fall to allow for full shared governance engagement.

The new Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs will oversee the Wisconsin Union, the Division of Recreational Sports, University Health Services and the Division of Student Life, which will be led by the dean of students.

CAMPUS NEWS

Finalists chosen for vice chancellor of student affairs position

By Lawrence Andrea | Apr. 5, 2018

A search and screen committee has named three finalists for the position of vice chancellor for student affairs at UW–Madison, the university announced Thursday.

UW-Madison students coach Adapted Fitness program clients using exercise regiments tailored to the individual abilities of each person.

IN-DEPTH

Adapted Fitness program trains clients with fitness plans for all abilities

By Elliana Bogost | Apr. 5, 2018

The UW-Madison Adapted Fitness program aims to help some of those seeking alternatives to a standard fitness center. The program is operated by the university’s kinesiology department. Tim Gattenby, a faculty associate for the program, expanded it in 1986 to provide an inclusive, recreational exercise space for people of various abilities.

In an effort to increase accessibility and inclusivity SSFC has worked to receive feedback from student groups and adjust eligibility applications in accordance with suggestions.

NEWS

As SSFC attempts to update internal policies, lengthy meetings require students to foot the bill

By Luisa de Vogel | Apr. 5, 2018

In a year where multiple groups have expressed frustration with the process to receive student funds, the Student Services Finance Committee is grappling with a survey showing half of all groups seeking money felt the board didn’t create a welcoming environment. As a result, SSFC has worked to increase transparency and change certain internal committee policies.

Around 90 people attended a forum at The Beacon Wednesday to discuss its services and ways it could improve community relations.

CITY NEWS

Beacon staff chart path forward after issues with neighbors, local businesses

By Max Bayer | Apr. 5, 2018

In January, the Madison Police Department received 73 calls to service for The Beacon, a homeless day resource center in east Madison.

More than 50 people attended a march and celebration to honor the 50th anniversary Martin Luther King Jr.’s death.

CITY NEWS

Madison leaders celebrate life of MLK with march, new street sign

By Regan Murray | Apr. 5, 2018

Madison officials and civil rights leaders hosted a commemorative rally Wednesday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

At a town hall in Madison, U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan addressed gun reform and his stance on the recently passed federal budget.

CITY NEWS

Energized constituents press Congressman Pocan at Madison town hall

By J. Adam Wigger | Apr. 5, 2018

Greeted by a hometown crowd at the Goodman Community Center on Madison’s east side, U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., focused on gun reform and the federal budget in his first town hall style meeting of the year. While Pocan supported many of the resources included within the budget bill, he said he could not in good faith vote for a bill without knowing what was included in its entirety.

Several UW-Madison staff members presented to ASM Shared Governance Committee Wednesday on sexual assault prevention initiatives on campus.

NEWS

ASM panel aims to make sexual assault reporting process more transparent

By Sarah Jensen | Apr. 5, 2018

In an effort to increase transparency regarding the prevention of sexual assault and the steps taken by UW-Madison after a case is reported, Associated Students of Madison hosted a panel of staff members involved in the processes Wednesday night. University Health Services Violence Prevention Manager Samantha Johnson discussed initiatives to prevent sexual assault.

CAMPUS NEWS

UW-Madison Dreamers create scholarship for DACA students

By Lawrence Andrea | Apr. 4, 2018

A group of UW-Madison students has taken advocating for undocumented students into their own hands. After becoming a registered organization in 2016 with the goal of providing support for the self-described Dreamers in the community, the Dreamers of UW-Madison released a scholarship application Tuesday for undocumented students for the fall 2018 semester.

As the system struggles under the weight of a dramatic increase in children entering foster care, Gov. Scott Walker signed into law key pieces of the state’s “Foster Forward” plan.

STATE NEWS

Walker signs “Foster Forward” legislation as addiction crisis strains the system

By Andy Goldstein | Apr. 4, 2018

As the system struggles under the weight of a dramatic increase in children entering foster care, Gov. Scott Walker signed into law key pieces of the state’s “Foster Forward” plan.

CITY NEWS

Crawford narrowly bests Townsend in battle for circuit court seat

By Jessica Lipaz | Apr. 3, 2018

Susan Crawford won the contested battle for Dane County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 1, while Gloria Reyes beat out incumbent Anna Moffit for seat one on the school board in the Wisconsin 2018 Spring Elections.

CAMPUS NEWS

Despite misgivings about merits of first year committee, ASM passes legislation

By Maggie Chandler | Apr. 3, 2018

After postponing a vote on legislation that would allow first-year representation on the body, the Associated Students of Madison passed it on the first of two votes Tuesday night.

Public employees will no longer be able to access abortion through their state healthcare plan under a bill Gov. Scott Walker signed into law Tuesday.

STATE NEWS

Walker nixes abortion coverage for state workers under new law

By Dylan Ayer | Apr. 3, 2018

Public employees will no longer be able to access abortion through their state healthcare plan under a bill Gov. Scott Walker signed into law Tuesday.

Judge Rebecca Dallet handily beat Judge Michael Screnock in Tuesday’s state Supreme Court race, just as Wisconsinites also voted to retain the state treasurer’s office.

STATE NEWS

Dallet soundly defeats Screnock in victory for liberals

By Andy Goldstein | Apr. 3, 2018

Judge Rebecca Dallet handily beat Judge Michael Screnock in Tuesday’s state Supreme Court race, just as Wisconsinites also voted to retain the state treasurer’s office.

CAMPUS NEWS

With the help of student government resolution, TAA resists new segregated fees policy

By Robyn Cawley | Apr. 3, 2018

After a protest from the Teaching Assistants’ Association, the Associated Students of Madison unanimously adopted a resolution Tuesday declaring support to the organization in their fight against a new segregated fee policy.

Students make lanterns in preparation for the Night Festival Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Student Center.

CAMPUS NEWS

In an effort to boost inclusivity, Multicultural Student Center recognizes multiple heritage months

By Lawrence Andrea | Apr. 3, 2018

The month of April will be one of celebration for the Multicultural Student Center. For the first time, the MSC will celebrate Middle Eastern North African Heritage Month and Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month to highlight those communities and the impact they have on UW-Madison.

The office collaborates with UW-Madison, the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and other partners both on and off campus

CAMPUS NEWS

UW-Madison Discovery to Product office hires new director

By Donovan McBride | Apr. 3, 2018

UW-Madison’s Discovery to Product office has a new director, according to a university release Tuesday. Andy Richards, the former interim director of D2P and Chief of Staff to the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education, was selected to lead the office.