The problems with the new financial aid form have disproportionately hit students of color, those with lower incomes or those who speak English as their second language, Jay Rothman said.
Many rural students in Wisconsin are finding it increasingly difficult to access higher education. Branch campus closures, a lack of guidance counselors and financial concerns have exacerbated this problem.
"Being 42nd in the nation in state support does not cut it," Evers said, referring to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report comparing states financial support for public universities.
"Being 42nd in the nation in state support does not cut it," Evers said, referring to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report comparing states financial support for public universities.