UWO to host public listening session Tuesday for Universities of Wisconsin presidential search

The Universities of Wisconsin will host a series of public listening sessions across the state next week-including one Tuesday at UW-Oshkosh-as part of the ongoing search for the next Universities of Wisconsin president. The sessions are designed to gather input from students, faculty, staff and community members to help inform the qualities and priorities sought in the UWs' next leader.

The listening session at UW-Oshkosh will take place from noon to 12:45 p.m. June 9 at the Culver Family Welcome Center (Ballroom C), 625 Pearl Ave.

"The Universities of Wisconsin belong to the people of this state, and that is why these listening sessions matter," said Regent Ashok Rai, who is chairing the Presidential Search Committee. "We are seeking a president who will lead with purpose, connect with communities across Wisconsin and ensure our universities continue to deliver opportunity, innovation and impact for generations to come."

Watch virtually, submit comments

All sessions are open to the public and will provide an opportunity for attendees to share their perspectives directly with members of the Presidential Search Committee. Members of the public can also view the sessions virtually and submit comments and ideas online by going to the Presidential Search webpage.

The listening session schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, June 9

· 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. UW-Green Bay, Weidner Center, Fort Howard Hall, 2420 Nicolet Drive, Green Bay

· 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. UW-Oshkosh, Culver Family Welcome Center, Ballroom C, 625 Pearl Ave, Oshkosh

· 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. UW-Milwaukee, School of Continuing Education, Suite 6000 (6th floor), Room 7970, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee

Wednesday, June 10

· 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. UW-Madison, Memorial Union, Old Madison room, 800 Langdon St., Madison

Thursday, June 11

· 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. UW-Eau Claire, Davies Center, Room 340 (Dakota Ballroom), 77 Roosevelt Ave., Eau Claire

Feedback gathered during the sessions will help shape the presidential search process and ensuring the next president reflects the values and priorities of Universities of Wisconsin stakeholders and communities statewide.

Members of the public, students, faculty, and staff will have additional opportunities to provide input on the search process, including at public forums featuring finalists.

More information on the Universities of Wisconsin presidential search may be found here.