The University of Wisconsin System is recognized worldwide for its distance education programs, building on over 100 years of experience, leadership, and research. Its history dates back to 1891 with correspondence study and to 1907 with the first radio broadcast adult education programs.

Today the university serves thousands of students and working adults through a wide range of distance learning services, including

• audio (telephone) conferencing.
• Web conferencing (Webinars).
• satellite videoconferencing.
• interactive video networks.
• video telecourses and production studios.
• independent study.
• CD-ROM, DVD, and multimedia.
• radio and television.
• Online Internet courses.