BARABOO, Wis. (WFRV) — The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced it will cease operations at its Baraboo Sauk County campus on May 22, 2026. University officials cited declining enrollment as the primary reason for the decision.

State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison) criticized the closure in a press release that was emailed to Local 5, saying, “We will regret shutting the doors of opportunity for young people around the state in service to tax breaks for billionaires.” She added that the decision reflects broader policies she views as underfunding public higher education over the past 15 years.

Representative Karen DeSanto (D-Baraboo), whose district includes Baraboo, acknowledged the declining enrollment but expressed concern about the long-term effects on students and the commun

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