Governor Walker Breaks New Ground in Higher Ed

Obtaining a degree through the University of Wisconsin system will now be more affordable and customizable

Lindsey Burke and Teresa Shumay, --July 5, 2012

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Governor Scott Walker (R-WI), already well known for his efforts to curb union power, has now set out to tackle an equally big task: busting the higher education bubble.
The problem of college affordability is recognized on both sides of the aisle, but sadly, most efforts to abate the problem – such as increasing federal subsidies – have only exacerbated it. Walker wants to try a different approach for taxpayers and students in his state. Last Tuesday, Walker released his proposal to create the University of Wisconsin Flexible Degree Program, a competency-based approach using both online learning and traditional college courses. He explained: More...

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