Dr. Biddy Martin Picked as Next UW–Madison Chancellor

May 29, 2008

It was announced yesterday that Dr. Carolyn “Biddy” Martin has been recommended as the next UW–Madison chancellor by the Board of Regents. There has been a lot of discussion and speculation about Dr. Martin on campus and in the press. Here are some highlights:

JS Online describes the candidate selection process, outlines some of Dr. Martin’s priorities, and offers some background on her experience.
Wendt Library Blog has put together a collection of links to Dr. Martin’s scholarship and news about her.
The Capital Times shares the reaction from state lawmakers and their thoughts on working with her to solve funding problems for the university.