Education & Workforce Development
Learn about strategies for education and workforce development in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.
WRTP | BIG STEP makes progress on $1.5 million facility renovation
WRTP | BIG STEP looks to expand its programming through a $1.5 million renovation of its facility, which is expected to be complete in September.
Milwaukee Job Corps Center continues operating as federal judge temporarily blocks federal funding cuts
The Milwaukee Job Corps Center remains open as the Trump Administration attempts to shut down Job Corps nationwide.
Q&A: Outgoing UWM chancellor Mark Mone discusses his legacy
Mark Mone’s time as chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has been a transformative period for the university.
UWM University Center opens on WCTC campus
With the opening of the UWM University Center, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Waukesha County Technical College increase access to a streamlined and affordable path toward a four-year degree.
Nasco Education to lay off 30 workers at Fort Atkinson headquarters
Nasco Education plans to lay off 30 employees at its Fort Atkinson headquarters, with potential for more cuts in coming months.
MPS faces long term fiscal challenges, report says
While last year’s referendum gives Milwaukee Public Schools some short-term revenue relief, fiscal challenges still lie ahead for the district, according to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report.
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Federal research funding cuts could force Medical College of Wisconsin to shrink research enterprise
While managing recent cancellations of some federal research grants, the Medical College of Wisconsin is bracing for more substantial...
MSOE president John Walz announces retirement
Milwaukee School of Engineering President John Walz will retire from his current role and transition to president emeritus effective Jan. 1, MSOE announced on Tuesday.
Northwestern Mutual Foundation pledges $4.5 million to Milwaukee schools and nonprofits
Northwestern Mutual, through the Northwestern Mutual Foundation, has pledged to give $4.5 million across 70 Milwaukee schools and nonprofits in 2025, the foundation announced on Tuesday.
Instructional audit identifies ways to improve learning at MPS
An audit of instructional policies and methodologies at Milwaukee Public Schools has identified 38 recommendations to improve learning outcomes in the district.
