Academic Freedom
Free expression is a core value at UWM. As a public university, UWM must constantly balance the right of free speech on campus with ensuring that we are caring for all members of our community. More information:
- Regent Policy Document 4-21
- SAAP 7-13 Public Expression of Opinion
- Office of Legal Affairs Resources: Academic Freedom
Center for Advancing Student Learning
CASL provides pedagogy and instructional technology support services and resources for instructors. Model life-long learning to your students by taking advantage of CASL to improve your teaching.
Course Materials
Increase accessibility of course materials. Providing multiple ways to access class materials and reduce textbook costs lead to improved student success.
Course Reserve
Please consider putting a copy of your textbook and other course materials on Course Reserve. See the UWM Libraries Equipment and Reserve Services for more information.
Dean of Students
The Dean of Students offers consulting, training, and assistance to faculty and staff on student-related issues, including Support U workshops. To consult with the Dean of Students Office, use the Reporting Concerns Form or dos@uwm.edu or 414-229-4632.
Sex Discrimination
Title IX: Familiarize yourself with critical UWM and UWS Title IX-related policies, Title IX resources and reporting options, and UWM employee reporting obligations online, or contact the Title IX Office (titleix@uwm.edu, 414-229-7012).
Student Health and Wellness Center
The Student Health and Wellness Center Faculty, Staff, Parent webpage offers resources for employees that can help them support student health and well-being.
Wellness Support for Employees
Taking care of yourself is essential to help maintain both your physical health and emotional wellbeing. Prioritizing self-care also helps you better handle life challenges and support others around you, including students and colleagues who may be struggling with mental health issues or other traumatic events. Below are specific resources, support systems and benefits that are available to employees. Reach out to Tracy Oles, teo@uwm.edu, with questions about accessing any of the resources.
- UWM Wellness Resources that support you wherever you are on your personal wellness journey.
- UWM Health Coaching available onsite or virtually for you to receive assistance working on health or personal related goals including mental health support. Available to all employees regardless of enrollment in the group health insurance plan.
- Mental Health Resources that offer a variety of support options especially if you are experiencing difficult emotions like feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or hopeless.
UWM Police Department
For emergencies or immediate assistance, call 414-229-9911 or 9-911 from a campus phone. Download the Rave Guardian Mobile App to your smartphone to connect directly with UWMPD through texting, confidential tips, location sharing, emergency button, and other campus safety resources.