Oral History Interview: John Ross (0295)
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Recording, oral
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Discussion in first interview session includes causes and effects of Merger. Discussion in second interview session includes: Comparison of PROFS and TAUWF; Collective bargaining issue; Function of PROFS; Relationship with Madison and central administrations; Deep concern over faculty salaries in early 1980s; University Committee committees on faculty salaries, instructional quality and economic impact of UW on state; Salary freeze; Efforts to win pay increase; Peer group comparison; Crucial board meeting; University and Legislature; Key legislators; Experience of lobbying. Discussion in third interview session includes: Issues discussed by University Committee during 1987-88 academic year in context of future of faculty governance and relations of UW-Madison with UW System and regents: Student rights; ROTC; Centers of Excellence program; Admissions policy; Merit scholarships; Extension; Search and screen procedures; Madison Plan; Review of degree programs; Mission statement; Loss of top faculty.