Dear UWM Community,
Late Friday afternoon, UWM was alerted to an Instagram story on the uwm4palicoalition account that included intimidating language aimed at Jewish community members and organizations on campus that support Israel. UWM strongly denounces these statements and denounces any form of antisemitism, and we will be actively monitoring campus as a result. Every student, employee and community member must be safe on our campus.
UWM takes this post seriously and recognizes that the language in it, if acted upon, would undermine the safety of the UWM community, especially Jewish individuals and organizations. Where speech is not protected by the First Amendment, UWM will address it through appropriate processes, which could include student and student organization disciplinary processes. While hateful or intimidating speech is often legally protected, it conflicts with the respect and conduct we ask of each member of our community.
The Dean of Students Office has been reaching out to provide support to impacted campus organizations.
Any member of the campus community can request support from the UWM Police Department. Download the Rave Guardian app to receive emergency alerts and to text directly with the UWMPD and connect with UWM Police resources.
In an emergency, please call the UWM Police Department at 911 on a UWM Teams account or 414-229-9911 on a cellphone or off-campus phone. 911 may be used from off-campus locations or from your cell phone to reach City of Milwaukee police, fire and ambulance services.
UWM recognizes that this information can cause significant stress and fear among our campus community. UWM offers mental health resources for students and employees. Students can access the UW Mental Health Support Line 24/7 at 888-531-2142. Reach UWM’s Counseling Services for virtual or in-person mental health services. To schedule a teletherapy appointment, visit Mantra Health.
Employees are encouraged to use the services of UWM’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), through Acentra Health, which is available to all UWM employees and their family members. Acentra Health is free, confidential and available 24/7. Please contact Acentra Health at 833-539-7285 or online at sowi.mylifeexpert.com. Sign in using UWM’s password: SOWI.