Student Support Resources

Academic Supports
  • Accessibility Resource Center
    • Dedicated to providing equal access for students with disabilities to UWM’s academic, social, cultural and recreational programs.
  • Canvas Support
  • Student Success Center
    • Explore tutoring options for your courses or attend a supplemental instruction session. Student Success Center also offers one-on-one academic skills tutoring sessions to help students with time management and strategies for notetaking, studying, and test taking. 
  • Textbooks via Panther Shop
    • Find out what materials you need for your courses. 
  • UWM Libraries
    • Conduct your own research using a vast array of databases, seek help from librarians, reserve rooms for group projects, find a quiet study space, stop by the coffee shop. 
  • Writing Center
    • Meet confidentially, one-on-one, face-to-face or online in real time with writing specialists. Any subject, any project, any level. 
  • Graduate School
    • Resources for graduate students at UWM including financial supports. 
  • Center for International Education
    • Whether you are an international student seeking a premier education or a domestic student aspiring to study abroad, CIE provides an engaging environment that celebrates culture and persistence. 
Non-academic Supports
  • Support U: Any student in need, or students that face challenges that are barriers to their education, are encouraged to contact the Dean of Students (dos@uwm.edu) for support. Support U offers wrap-around holistic support for students, including basic needs, accessing the food pantry, emergency funding, case management, and connecting to resources, etc.
  • Emergencies: Includes crisis and after care, details on medical withdrawals, and UWM Police.
  • Financial Resources: Links to Student Financial Services, scholarship information, emergency grants, and the food pantry.
  • Health Resources: Medical and counseling services, community resource finder, the UWM Psychology clinic, survivor support and victim advocacy.
  • Guidance and Consultation: Details on appeals, parking, accommodations, and mechanisms for filing grievances.
Technology Resources
Health and Wellness
  • Self Care Wellness Hub
    • You @ UWM
    • For students looking for self-care tips, guidance, self-assessments, and other resources to keep their academics, well-being, and social connections on track.
  • On-Campus Mindfulness Spots and Resources
    • Mindfulness Resources
    • For students looking for places to ground themselves and be mindful on campus. Additionally, this page offers techniques and online tips for students just getting started with mindfulness.
  • Online Discussion Platform
    • Togtherall
    • For students looking to take the next step on their mental health journey by connecting virtually with others who might be facing similar issues.
  • Brief Conversations with a Counselor
    • Let’s Talk
    • For students who want to talk about a concern with a counselor from the Student Health and Wellness Center, without having to start therapy.
  • Alcohol and Other Drug Support
    • BASICS
    • For students who want to explore their use of alcohol and other drugs in a confidential and non-judgmental setting.
  • Counseling Services
    • Student Health and Wellness Center
    • For students ready for short-term in-person or virtual individual, couples, or group therapy with a counselor at UWM. Psychiatry and case management services are also available.
  • Virtual Therapy and Coaching
    • Mantra Health
    • For students seeking day or night, weekday or weekend access to virtual therapy, self-help resources, productivity coaching, and more in an iOS and Android App.
  • Call – Text – Video Chat Support and Crisis
    • UW Mental Health Support 24/7 – 1-888-531-2142
    • For students or a loved one facing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate support. Text and video chat support available 12/7 and call support available 24/7. Available in Mantra Health.
Basic Needs Resources
Centers for Advocacy & Student Engagement (CASE) 
Multicultural Student Centers (MSCs)
Student Involvement
Careers