On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, UW Theme 2.0 was updated to version 2.9.0 in the WiscWeb service. A full list of changes in this version of the UW Theme can be reviewed in the changelog.
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UW Theme Classic updated to v1.43.0
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, UW Theme Classic was updated to version 1.43.0 in the WiscWeb service. A full list of changes in this version of the UW Theme can be reviewed in the changelog. This update includes a security fix for ACF Pro.
Launch deadline for UW Theme Classic sites is March 31, 2026
As a reminder, the last day to request a launch for UW Theme Classic sites is March 31, 2026. After that date, you will need to migrate your site to UW Theme 2.0 if you wish for it to be launched/mapped to a production domain.
Update regarding Kaltura embeds for UW Theme Classic and UW Theme 2.0
Kaltura embeds should now be working in WiscWeb for both UW Theme Classic and UW Theme 2.0 users. Follow the instructions in the respective documentation to re-add your Kaltura videos to your site.
UW Theme 2.0 version 2.8.0 release
On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, UW Theme 2.0 was updated to version 2.8.0 in the WiscWeb service. A full list of changes in this version of the UW Theme can be reviewed in the changelog.
Unlaunched UW Theme Classic sites and related launch request deadline
We’re still looking for help with claiming unlaunched UW Theme Classic sites! These sites must be launched in UW Theme Classic by March 31, 2026. After that point, they’ll need to be migrated to UW Theme 2.0 before they can launch to a production domain.
UW Events is now available for UW Theme 2.0 sites
WiscWeb and StratComm’s Digital Strategy team are thrilled to announce that the UW Events plugin is officially available for use in UW Theme 2.0 sites and for migration.
UW Theme 2.0 version 2.7.0 release
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, UW Theme 2.0 was updated to version 2.7.0 in the WiscWeb service. A full list of changes in this version of the UW Theme can be reviewed in the changelog.
WordPress Core 6.9.1 updates for UW Theme Classic and UW Theme 2.0 sites
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, all WiscWeb sites (in both UW Theme Classic and UW Theme 2.0) were upgraded to WordPress Core 6.9.1. This was a minor WordPress release with only maintenance-related updates (no security fixes at this time).
Assistance requested: Confirming ownership of unlaunched sites
WiscWeb site owners will be required to transition their sites from UW Theme Classic to UW Theme 2.0 by December 2026. To help us in tracking progress in this effort, we are looking to understand if certain unlaunched WiscWeb project sites are still in use.