The UW-System is part of the executive branch in Wisconsin, with Gov. Jim Doyle appointing the Board of Regents that oversees the 26 campuses statewide. Doyle has also previously said increasing access to higher education is a priority in his administration. A UW-Madison alumnus, Doyle said the person to succeed Chancellor John Wiley must have several important attributes.
On qualities of the next chancellor:
Gov. Jim Doyle: The University of Wisconsin is the envy of the nation, and this is a fact that makes all of us proud. To guide this world-class institution into a successful future, we need a unique and influential leader.
The next UW-Madison Chancellor must be able to effectively manage the complex functions of the university and guide its development as a place of learning, research, and service.
On challenges for the next chancellor:
JD: To ensure that Wisconsin students are prepared to succeed in the knowledge-based future economy, the new chancellor must support the growth and accessibility of higher education in the state.
It is important to keep the university affordable and accessible to hard working Wisconsin students.
On the importance of UW-Madison:
JD: The new chancellor must also realize the importance of the UW-Madison as an economic engine for the entire state. To maximize its potential, the Chancellor must support the institution as a world-class research center and foster a collaborative environment for translating innovation and cutting-edge discoveries into successful Wisconsin businesses.
Above all, the new chancellor must be a person who can project a positive image and cultivate constructive relationships not only with the community and the state, but with the global community as well.
