We talk with Greenville Rep. David Murphy on UW systems free speech policy and the state of a new system president. Then, the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program director talks about how to increase diversity in the state’s business contracts.
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Rep. Dave Murphy on setting free speech rules for college campuses, boosting UW System funding
Colleges and universities could be penalized for violating free speech and academic freedom if a Republican bill passes Wisconsin’s legislature. We talk with the chair of the committee on college and universities about the bill and other policy efforts in higher education.
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Director of Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program talks results and future priorities
In 2021, the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program met its goal of 5% of contracted state agency business being done through minority-owned businesses for the fifth time in its 38-year history. We talk with the program’s director about how it serves the state’s marginalized communities and what changes lawmakers and business owners would like to see.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Christine Hatfield Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Representative Dave Murphy Guest
- Tondra Davis Guest
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