Support & Resources

Unlock your potential and build your community at UWM.

Access a dedicated network of culturally responsive programs, services, and opportunities crafted to uplift your university experience. From personalized academic support to powerful leadership development, these resources are designed to help you excel in the classroom, celebrate the Black and African diaspora experience, and forge a lasting sense of belonging across campus and the greater Milwaukee area.

Academic & Personal Development Support

Students and their families can access culturally responsive support to confidently navigate the university environment. Whether you are looking to build new skills or better understand campus policies, the resources available through the Black Student Cultural Center empower you to:

  • Stay on track and achieve your academic and personal goals.
  • Fully engage with the campus community through guided referrals to academic advising, mental health counseling, and other essential services.
  • Receive dedicated follow-up support to ensure you are getting the most out of campus resources.
  • Easily navigate and master university policies and procedures.
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Campus Funding Opportunities

African Diaspora Council Scholarship
Awarded to undergraduate junior and senior-status students who can clearly demonstrate their significant engagement with or significant service to the African American/Black/African Diaspora Community.
African & African Diaspora Studies Undergraduate Scholarship
The African and African Diaspora Studies program offers two undergraduate scholarships. Students can apply for both with this single application and applications are typically accepted in February/March each year.

Community Connections

Milwaukee is home to a strong network of organizations dedicated to advancing equity, civic engagement, education, arts, and community empowerment. Community members can connect with valuable resources and opportunities through the ACLU of Wisconsin, which advocates for civil rights and liberties; the African American Leadership Alliance Milwaukee and the City of Milwaukee Office of African American Affairs, which support leadership development and community advancement; and the African American Roundtable, which organizes grassroots efforts for social and economic justice. Cultural enrichment and historical awareness are fostered through Black Arts MKE and America’s Black Holocaust Museum, while the Greater Milwaukee Urban League provides programs focused on education, workforce development, and economic empowerment. Together, these organizations help strengthen Milwaukee’s communities by promoting opportunity, inclusion, and meaningful civic participation.

Organizations