Cuts to liberal arts programs at some Wisconsin schools have been in the news this year, and it’s a hot topic nationwide. We talk with a reporter about the role of liberal arts in the future. We also talk about the rise of digital banks and online banking, and discuss this week’s top Wisconsin news stories.
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State News Roundup – December 21, 2018
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald signaled this week that Medicaid expansion in Wisconsin might be possible under incoming Governor Tony Evers, but that Republicans in the legislature would likely craft their own spending plan to start the budget process. We hear more about his comments. We also find out what the state’s contract with Foxconn says about out of state workers. Plus, a look at the resignation of UW-Whitewater’s chancellor after her husband was accused of sexual harassment.
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The Changing Landscape Of Banking
Digital Apps, taking a photo of your check, sending money via Venmo…. it seems like there’s a lot going on in the world of banking. No longer is the closest bank in town your only option. We talk with a banking expert about some of these changes and which one’s are the best options.
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The Role Of Liberal Arts Education In The Future
As demand grows for more tech workers, colleges and universities across the country are cutting majors like English in order to bolster their science departments. We talk to Adam Harris from The Atlantic about the how liberals arts education will fare in the future and take a look at Wisconsin’s higher education institutions.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Derrell Connor Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Rob Mentzer Guest
- Kimberly Palmer Guest
- Adam Harris Guest
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