There is a way to escalate an issue that needs resolution or consideration. Start the process by using our institutional data issue management form. Questions will be routed to the appropriate data steward or, if …
Year: 2026
Legislative Accountability Report
Each year, UW–Madison is required to submit reports to various government bodies, accreditors, and other organizations. DAPIR plays a role in the creation of many of these reports. Legislative Accountability Report metrics Since 2011, Wisconsin …
Update: Data Classification Initiative
Changes are coming to how institutional data is classified at UW–Madison. On January 1, 2027, data classification will move from our current four‑tier model to a three‑tier, risk‑based one that considers the risk posed to …
R resources available on campus
Interested in learning R? Or perhaps build on your existing knowledge? The UW–Madison community provides several resources to help. The Data Science Hub offers training and recordings of past sessions. The Libraries provide synchronous and …
A closer look at the Data Governance Council
The Data Governance Council, comprised of campus officials with institutional data management responsibilities, manages and oversees UW-Madison’s Data Governance Program. They accomplish this in multiple ways, from leading data governance initiatives to developing procedures and …
Navigating UW–Madison’s data landscape: new support coming soon
DAPIR, in partnership with data and integration teams across UW-Madison, WEST, and UW System, is creating a series of webpages to help staff, whether new to campus or seasoned veterans, navigate the data landscape more …
Data governance update: new Institutional Data Domain Standard approved
UW–Madison’s institutional data policy defines data domains and the Data Governance Council’s role in creating them. However, after recently establishing the new Health Information data domain, the council realized additional guidance was required. A new …
AI: data use cases in action and institutional guidelines
During the May Badger Data Network, we focused on generative AI, including institutional guidelines and ethical use, and examples of AI in action. We provided an opportunity to share current AI use, pressing questions, and …
Vice Provost Allison La Tarte begins one-year term as AAUDE chair
Vice Provost Allison La Tarte began her one-year appointment as chair for the Association of American Universities Data Exchange (AAUDE) Council in April. As chair, her responsibilities include: Leading the council, including ensuring goals and …
Updated Course Catalog Tableau visualization now available
The Course Catalog Tableau workbook recently underwent an upgrade, adding several pieces of course-related information requested by staff in academic planning and advising-focused positions. The main motivation for the update is the implementation of the …