Affiliated Centers

Center for International Education

The Center for International Education (CIE) offers a wealth of international, global and area studies programs and activities for faculty, staff, students and the public. CIE is committed to promoting and sustaining exciting international education initiatives across the UWM campus, Wisconsin, and the nation. As a comprehensive international programs office, CIE connects domestic and international students and scholars with on-campus and overseas research and study opportunities while expanding public access to UWM’s international resources.

Center for Economic Development

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Center for Economic Development (UWMCED) is a central part of UWM’s mission to apply university-based research and technical expertise to improve the quality of life in our region. Drawing upon the talents and expertise of faculty, students, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the UWMCED is committed to:

  • supporting economic development efforts in predominantly minority neighborhoods;
  • building the capacity of community-based organizations to participate effectively in local economic development efforts;
  • conducting action-oriented research on economic development policy issues impacting multi- neighborhoods and regions;
  • informing public debate on economic development issues and policies.