Welcome To Fall 2022!

The Fall 2022 semester is here! Now that move-in is complete, your student is starting classes, making new friends and getting involved in some of UWM's more than 300 student organizations. The opportunities to be connected to our university and city are endless, and UWM's Fall Welcome programming is designed to help students get this school year started in a positive way. LEARN MORE ABOUT FALL WELCOME 2022 | WATCH CHANCELLOR MONE'S WELCOME MESSAGE

Mone Says UWM Focusing On Student Needs

Chancellor Mark Mone told the audience at his annual plenary addesss last month UWM is navigating the turbulence in higher education by keeping students’ needs top of mind. The University is focused on increasing positive interactions with students and working to address the far-reaching impact of addressing racial inequities. READ MORE

Plan Now For Panther Family And Friends Day

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus on Saturday, Oct. 8, for Panther Family and Friends Day. Activities are planned throughout campus and it's a great chance to visit Milwaukee. Plus, registration is free. Bring the whole family! REGISTER NOW

Panther Prowl Also Set For Oct. 8

Join us on Saturday, October 8, in person or virtually for the UWM Panther Prowl 5k Run/Walk presented by the Alumni Association! The beloved campus tradition features a picturesque course that winds through campus and Lake Park in the prime of autumn-color season. LEARN MORE

Colectivo Launches UWM Panther Blend Coffee

Colective Coffee and UW-Milwaukee are excited to share their new collaboration: UWM Panther Blend Coffee. The coffee proudly features an artistic illustration of Pounce the Panther and aims to unite Panther fans and coffee enthusiasts everywhere. It is on sale now in Colectivo Cafes throughout the Milwaukee area, as well as in other retail locations. Bags can also be purchased online and shipped anywhere. READ MORE

Panther Shop Reopens In Student Union

After opening in a temporary location in Bolton Hall this summer, UWM's Panther Shop has reopened in the UWM Union. The shop is open weekdays for in-person shopping while online ordering of in-stock merchandise is also available 24 hours a day. VISIT THE STORE ONLINE

Multiple Sites Sell Panther Gear Online

There are plenty of other options for students and families to show their Panther Pride with the latest Panther gear. You can buy unique Panther gear from UWM's Amazon storefront - some items are even available with free Prime shipping. The widest selection of items and designs is available at ShopUWM.com - plus the site has regular monthly specials and discounts. College Thread is another vendor home to a variety of unique designs.

College's First Six Weeks

The first six weeks of school might well turn out to be the most challenging for your student. They’ll be adapting to the academic and social rigors of college while also learning to manage their own time and make good choices. You can play a role in helping your student through those first weeks of school. READ MORE

Updates From Waukesha, Washington County

Classes are underway on UWM's campuses in Waukesha and Washington County. Plenty of special activities from free food to indoor mini golf are scheduled to welcome students back. Check out the latest news for your student from each campus. WAUKESHA UPDATES | WASHINGTON COUNTY UPDATES

Narcan Boxes Installed On Campus

Overdose deaths have been growing at an alarming rate in Wisconsin and across the nation. Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is the primary driver of the increase. The UWM Narcan safety program has placed Nalox-ZONE boxes in all residential housing lobbies and the lobbies of other buildings on UWM’s three campuses. READ MORE

A Unique Summer For Some Students

Summertime and the living is easy. But not for the many UWM students who spend their summers earning money for school and acquiring new skills. Sometimes those summer jobs turn out to be both fun and interesting. READ MORE

Planetarium Features Full September Schedule

A wide variety of in-person events are scheduled for UWM’s Manfred Olson Planetarium in September. The planetarium will also take part in Open Doors Milwaukee late in the month, featuring along with attractions across the city. READ MORE

Basketball Season Memberships On Sale

Season memberships for Panthers men's and women's basketball are on sale now. Tickets are a great value and provide a number of benefits.

Great Student Volunteer Opportunities Available

UWM's Center for Community-Based Learning, Leadership, and Research offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for students to have a greater impact on the community.

Professional Academic Advising - Critical to Your Students' Success

For students, building a relationship with their academic advisor is an important step in their academic success. Academic advisors at UWM are professionals trained to assist your student in creating a four-year plan and mapping their road to graduation.

Canvas Assistance And Support For Students

The beginning of a new semester often means some students may need assistance in locating classroom materials or other items on Canvas. Canvas is UWM’s campus-supported digital learning environment, and instructors may use Canvas to have students access readings, watch videos, take quizzes, submit assignments, and participate in online discussions.

Resources For Off-Campus Living

UWM's Neighborhood Housing Office provides extensive resources for students living off-campus. The office, located in the UWM Union, is open weekdays and staff is also available to connect virtually.

Understanding The Rhythms Of College Life

Certain times in the academic year tend to be universally challenging to students. Parents and families who understand the ups and downs of the first college year are better able to help their students negotiate the challenges of the transition to college.

Great Brewers Ticket Discounts Still Available

Panther families have access to great ticket discounts for Milwaukee Brewers games all season long. Tickets start as low as $9 and are available for select weekday and weekend games throughout the year. To buy tickets, go online - the discount code is pre-entered on the page.
Twitter Facebook
Instagram YouTube
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Subscribe to our email list.