Race and income influence decreased high school graduation, dwindling college enrollment

Racial and economic disparities factor into the decreased college enrollment and high school graduation rates. What efforts have the UW System done thus far to combat this?

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By Brad Wensel | May. 11

Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin gave a roundtable exit interview on Monday, May 11, 2026.

Grace Carlson

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By Grace Carlson | May. 11

Thousands of graduates wave pom-poms during commencement on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Courtesy of UW-Superior, Universities of Wisconsin News Service

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By Courtesy of UW-Superior, Universities of Wisconsin News Service | May. 8

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