He taught at the University of Wisconsin from 1967 to 1998, during that time inviting notable thinkers to speak at the university, including many political and social activists such as Angela Davis, Theodore Roszak, Daniel Ellsberg, and Staughton Lynd. Weinberger himself often incorporated experimental and participatory elements in his teaching.

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**He taught at the University of Wisconsin from 1967 to 1998: A Legacy of Intellectual Courage and Participatory Learning** In an era when campus debates and public intellectualism shape cultural and academic discourse, few figures stand out in American higher education like the unthird-party teacher who spent over three decades at the University of Wisconsin from 1967 to 1998. During that time, he became a central conduit for witnessing pivotal intellectual and activist movements—bringing to campus renowned thinkers such as Angela Davis, Theodore Roszak, Daniel Ellsberg, and Staughton Lynd. His approach transformed traditional lectures into dynamic, participatory experiences, inviting students and visitors to engage deeply with pressing social, political, and ethical questions. This period coincides with a critical phase in U.S. history—marked by rising student activism, civil rights struggles, and anti-war sentiment—making Weinberger’s classroom a rare space where theory met lived experience. His integration of experimental teaching methods redefined what higher education could be: not just a transmission of knowledge, but a collaborative exploration of ideas. **Why His Work at Wisconsin Matters Now**