The Wisconsin Public Health Association says racism is a public health crisis in the state. A UW-Eau Claire nursing professor shares how this can negatively impact a person’s health. Then, a WPR reporter talks with us about the search for a new UW President after the only finalist drops out.
Featured in this Show
-
Racism Declared A Public Health Crisis in Wisconsin
Nearly 40 organizations, local governments and individuals have signed a resolution calling racism a public health crisis in Wisconsin. A nursing professor explains the impact of health inequities on minority populations and how the state is addressing these issues.
-
UW System President Finalist Withdraws
On Friday, the UW announced that the only finalist for the job of university system president had withdrawn his name for the position. We talk to a WPR reporter about what this failed search means for the future of the UW System and what university administrators will do next.
Episode Credits
- Kealey Bultena Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Steven Potter Producer
- Molly Stentz Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Pam Guthman Guest
- Rich Kremer Guest
Wisconsin Public Radio, © Copyright 2024, Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.
