This week, it was discovered that Wisconsin’s flagship university, the University of Wisconsin-Madison's freshman class is comprised of only 50.3% Wisconsin graduates. The remaining almost HALF of freshmen come from out-of-state. The evidence shows that over the last 25 years, the share of Wisconsin students at UW-Madison has decreased by almost 25%.
 
Every spring, I hear from angry parents that their child was denied access to UW-Madison. Most of these parents have good reason to be upset. UW-Madison is driving away highly qualified students from parents who are subsidizing the university. It’s now clear that UW is favoring out-of-state students at Madison at the expense of hardworking Wisconsin graduates. That is unacceptable.
 
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A favorite fall activity around Wisconsin is enjoying the fall colors.  Wisconsinites enjoy the fall foliage in a number of different ways such as hiking, biking or taking a relaxing drive. In Wisconsin we have a Rustic Road System that was developed by the Legislature in 1973 in order to preserve scenic back-roads. In order to qualify to be designated as a Rustic Road, there must be outstanding natural features along its borders, which could include rugged terrain, native vegetation or wildlife. The uniqueness of the scenery makes it appealing for road users of all types. 

In order to encourage sightseeing, the speed limit on Rustic Roads is no more than 45 miles per hour and range in length from 2 miles and 37 miles in length.

Currently, Wisconsin has 120 Rustic Roads which cover more than 720 miles. Rustic Roads are marked by unique brown and yellow signs which number and designate each location. Racine and Kenosha Counties alone have seven Rustic Roads to enjoy.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation offers an online guide in order to provide Wisconsinites with the most up to date information. The Rustic Roads guide can be found here: Click.

My office recently welcomed a new intern, Miranda Scroope. Miranda is currently studying at The University of Wisconsin – Madison. Originally from Brisbane, Australia, she is currently double majoring in Peace and Conflict Studies, and International Relations, at The University of Queensland. Although from Australia, Miranda shows great interest in learning about the American political system, and how it significantly differs in comparison to Australian politics. After graduation, she hopes to serve in The Australian Army as an Intelligence Officer in order to advance into a government organization specializing in counter terrorism and international security. Passionate about international politics and making the world a safer place – both in the community and internationally, Miranda has already melded into our team. She will make a great addition to our office. Welcome Miranda!

The Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee passed several bills this week, including the following five bills that I am a co-author.

On Saturday, September 21st, I was happy to attend my brother Kevin's Induction to the Moose International Pilgrim Award Ceremony at the Moose Lodge in Caledonia. Congrats, Kevin!

One of the services I am proud to offer my constituents is State of Wisconsin 2019-2020 Official Highway Maps. I am happy to provide these resources free of charge to those who live in the 21st Senate District. Each address is offered up to two maps.  

An electronic version of the highway map can be found here: Click.

To receive your free Wisconsin State Map email me at: Sen.Wanggaard@legis.wi.gov with your name and mailing address.