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Budget deal brings "sigh of relief" for UW System

October 23, 2007 By WRN Contributor

The University of Wisconsin System was facing a serious funding shortage just a week ago, when it seemed as if the state would never have a budget. Officials had been talking about tuition surcharges, students being left without financial aid, and the possibility of campuses shutting down for the spring semester.

However, a deal expected to gain approval from lawmakers today has many UW officials breathing a sigh of relief. Spokesman Dave Giroux says the simple fact of having a budget allows them to set aside all of the contingency plans that had been in the works because of a projected $150 million shortfall.

The compromise restores all but about $25 million in funding to the UW. Giroux says it will also expand the financial aid available for students.

Lawmakers are expected to vote on the budget compromise later today. 

AUDIO: Andrew Beckett reports (MP3 :57)

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