Wisconsin Conference Series To Support Women Working In Agriculture, UW System Shares New Plan To Boost Retention And Graduation Rates

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More and more women are taking leading roles in farming and food production. We hear about a series of events happening throughout the state this spring that will offer resources and a voice to those women. We also hear from the president of the UW System about a new plan to improve retention and graduation rates.

Featured in this Show

  • Conference Series Aimed At Supporting Wisconsin Women In Agriculture

    In all corners of the state, women are taking leading roles on farms and building careers in agriculture. We hear about a series of events happening across the state this spring aimed at supporting women working in agriculture.

  • UW System Plan To Improve Retention And Graduation Rates

    Leaders of the University of Wisconsin System have a new plan to increase retention and improve graduation rates. Our guest is president of the universities. He discusses that effort, the latest on board decisions, and the governor’s budget for higher education.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Kealey Bultena Producer
  • Jenny Vanderlin Guest
  • Ray Cross Guest