UWs leadership statements on announcement by UW Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt

MADISON, Wis.-Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman and UWs Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost issued the following statements today regarding the announcement by UW Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt.

UWs Board of Regents President Amy B. Bogost:

"Chancellor Leavitt has been committed to providing a top-notch student experience that emphasizes teaching and learning - in the classroom, in the workplace, and in the community. We are grateful for his service to UW Oshkosh, its campus community, and the entire state."

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman:

"Since his first day as chancellor, Chancellor Leavitt has embraced the challenges that come with leadership. He is passionate about ensuring UW Oshkosh is positioned for a vibrant future, knowing its success is vital to the region and our state."

The Universities of Wisconsin serve nearly 163,600 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, these 13 public universities are Wisconsin's talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in the state five years after earning a degree. The universities provide a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin's culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. Learn more at wisconsin.edu.