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 …
Data literacy
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
New Health Information data domain explained
Institutional data—a vital resource UW–Madison has vast amounts of institutional data, and organizing this rich resource is critical to ensuring its accessibility. Madison’s data governance program groups data into high-level categories known as domains, and …
Institutional data. What it is and what it is not.
Institutional data is any information, regardless of medium, used by or for the university to conduct university business. Owned and governed by UW–Madison, institutional data is a critical shared resource. Examples of it include: Student …
What’s next for UW–Madison graduates? Inside the First Destination Outcomes Dashboard.
The Undergraduate First Destination Outcomes dashboard provides a wealth of information and insights about how effectively UW–Madison prepares students for their future. In addition to learning about primary post-graduation plans, reviewing the data can help …
Steps you can take today for strong records hygiene
As a public institution, UW–Madison is required to keep and maintain records, making them available upon public request. Public record requests are submitted to the UW-Madison Public Records office via a portal, and responding to …