Ignite the Future
University Advancement gives UW-Milwaukee alumni, friends, parents, students, employees and community partners the opportunity to connect with other Panthers and strengthen our university. UWM is stronger with you.
UWM is a top-tier research university focused on giving every student access to success. With hundreds of regional partners, UWM serves as a crucial catalyst for economic development and is a trusted, indispensable talent pipeline for our state.
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Stories of Impact
Learn how UWM alumni, students and donors are transforming lives and shaping the future through their inspiring stories.
- A UWM love story leads to a lasting legacyIt’s a love story that dates back four decades. Jane Dolan and Randy Grippe married, attended UWM, …
- How UWM’s Panthers Connect Mentoring Program helps students and alumniPatricia Gunawan’s UWM journey has taken her from an undergraduate degree in actuarial science to seeking a …
- Sociology alum brings sustainability to the vineyardMeghan Murphy, who graduated from UWM in 2016 with a major in sociology, is the sustainability and …
Class Notes
- Clayborn Benson
Clayborn Benson received the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Awardee from the UWM Alumni Association. The award was presented during the Alumni...
- Gregory P. Seibold
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has appointed Gregory P. Seibold as district attorney of Florence County. Seibold, owner of Seibold Law...
- Diana L. Ahmad
On May 1, 2025, I was awarded the Missouri University of Science and Technology's Women's Hall of Fame Award. I...
News & Stories
- Highlighting UWM alumni-owned businesses on Small Business SaturdayIn advance of Small Business Saturday, set for Nov. 29, we’re highlighting some of the many UWM alumni-owned businesses you might …
- UWM alumni can boost their careers using PathwayU and Panthers ConnectUWM alumni looking to bolster their careers have access to valuable resources, ones that can help land a job, …
- Shining the spotlight on businesses owned by UWM alumnaeUWM alumni-owned businesses are a big part of what makes the Milwaukee area such an amazing place to live. …
Events
- Jan30January 30, 2026, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
- Feb12February 12, 2026, 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Feb14February 14, 2026, 10:00am - 3:00pm
UWM Report
- 2026 Alumni Awards Evening winners are making an impactA dozen winners will be honored in February at UWM’s 2026 Alumni Awards Evening, recognizing remarkable standouts who make new waves …
- Varsho becomes first UWM alum to make it to the World SeriesDaulton Varsho played a key role in helping the Toronto Blue Jays make it from last place in 2024 to baseball’s …
- UWM alum’s donations continue a legacy of educational supportRandy Grippe is donating $525,000 to the UWM Foundation, and even more to other area educational institutions, in honor of his …
