Ramona Sledge, a Black Student Cultural Center staff member interacting with a student

UWM operates several different centers to support students in their academic, personal and professional growth, and we aim to enhance students’ knowledge and skills both inside and outside the classroom. UWM is also dedicated to preparing our students to meet workforce demands at the regional, state and global levels. The services provided by these centers play a vital role in helping students deepen their understanding of different perspectives and collaborate more effectively with people from various backgrounds and experiences. The centers regularly collaborate with each other and other campus units to provide exceptional programming and services to students, faculty, staff and the community. The centers and their programs and events are open to all students. Some programs and events may also be open to faculty, staff, and the community.

To support academic achievement, personal growth, and leadership development, a wide range of support services and culturally responsive resources are available to the UWM community. Facilitated through the Black Student Cultural Center, these programs provide the essential tools students need to navigate the university experience, build meaningful connections, and foster a lasting sense of belonging.

Black Student Cultural Center

Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

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Student Centers

The Student Affairs Student Centers collaborate to support and advocate for students through comprehensive programs, resources, professional development, and community connections in Milwaukee. Guided by our shared values, we strive to:

  • Advocacy – Engage and uplift the voices of marginalized communities at UWM.
  • Affirmation – Build a community that celebrates and respects students’ diverse experiences, identities, and self-worth.
  • Empowerment – Motivate students to develop agency and control over their college experience.  
  • Community Care – Foster belonging and shared responsibility for student success.
Supporting students of African descent in their academic and personal development
The FG+RC is home to three unique programs: U1.0 UW-M First-Generation Program, Lawton Scholars Program, and DREAMERS
A community on campus dedicated to providing social-justice-based education, resources, programming, and support for students of all genders and orientations.
MAVRC recognizes the need for support of spouses and children receiving military education benefits in navigating the world of higher education and we work to advocate for this group as well.
Supporting students who live off campus by fostering a sense of belonging and connection to both UWM and the Milwaukee community.
Empowering Latine excellence at UWM by connecting students to the academic advising, financial advocacy, and cultural community they need to succeed.
Founded with a mission to uplift and empower students who self-identify as Cambodian, Hmong, Lao, or Vietnamese.
Using an intersectional approach to advocate for the agency, education, and empowerment of women-identified students.