SOMERS — The Universities of Wisconsin’s 2027-29 biennial budget request proposal includes new initiatives that would support workforce development and innovation at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.
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John Skalbeck, assistant vice chancellor for academic partnerships at UW-Parkside, will succeed Donovan, the university announced Thursday. Since 2025, Parkside Works has operated as the partnership and workforce innovation office at UW-Parkside.
UW-Parkside celebrated over 500 graduates at spring 2026 commencement, honoring student achievement, first-generation milestones and inspiring keynote messages.
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The University of Wisconsin-Parkside will hold its Spring Commencement in the De Simone Arena in the Sports and Activity Center in Somers on Saturday, May 16. Two ceremonies will honor more than 500 graduates.
Parkside Athletics is accepting nominations for its 2026 Hall of Fame class, open to eligible alumni, staff, and teams, with submissions due by June 30.
UW-Madison in-state students would pay $210 more next fall, and out-of-state students would see a 4% tuition increase, an additional $1,701.
It’s the fourth consecutive year the UW Board of Regents has increased tuition since a 10-year-long freeze ended in 2023.
Parkside senior third baseman Mia Johnson earned the 2026 GLIAC Commissioner’s Award for the second straight season after a record-setting All-America campaign.
Parkside volleyball head coach Leigh Barea has signed a multi-year extension after leading the Rangers to a record-setting 2025 season and GLIAC success.
More than 2,300 faculty members in high-demand fields across the UW system also received raises in May.
Parkside elevates assistant head coach James Halford to lead its track and field and cross country program after record GLIAC finishes and NCAA qualifiers.
Martin joins Parkside Women's Soccer Staff as Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach
Dedic Joins Parkside Men's Soccer Staff as Assistant Coach
Parkside Athletics and Vonco Products will host a free 3K run and 1-mile walk benefiting the American Heart Association on August 15 at UW-Parkside in Kenosha.
Parkside volleyball earned the 2026 AVCA Team Academic Award, its seventh straight honor, with 12 Rangers also recognized for GLIAC academic achievements.
Parkside men’s basketball will face the University of Wisconsin in an Oct. 10 exhibition at the Kohl Center, marking a Madison homecoming for coach Kyle Blackbourn.
Trevor-based Vonco Products will host a “Walk Where You Are” 3K Run/Walk on Aug. 15 to support the American Heart Association for the sixth consecutive year. This year the event comings with a slight change to the landscape.
More than 2,300 faculty members in high-demand fields across the UW system also received raises in May.

