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University of Wisconsin-Madison Pushes to Renew the Wisconsin Idea
Original: Education for Democracy: Renewing the Wisconsin Idea
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Sociology is highlighting 'Education for Democracy: Renewing the Wisconsin Idea,' an initiative centred on the university's historic commitment to serving the public beyond campus walls. The effort frames education as a foundation for democratic life, renewing a century-old principle that university resources should benefit every citizen of Wisconsin.
Why now: The Wisconsin Idea remains a touchstone in debates over the public university's civic role, so calls to renew it draw attention.
University of Wisconsin-MadisonDepartment of SociologyWisconsin Idea
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- Education for Democracy: Renewing the Wisconsin Idea · Department of Sociology – University of Wisconsin-Madison
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