Our programs and offices play an important role in the recruitment, retention and success of students and employees. This occurs through coordinated efforts within the division, as well as strategic partnerships across campus and with external communities.

Many staff members serve on committees and bring diverse perspectives and ideas. Some provide one-on-one and small group coaching to students that contributes to their academic success. Others provide training, consultative and investigative services to academic and administrative departments on a wide range of issues regarding campus culture.

Multicultural Student Centers

Indigenous Felt Knowledge Festival

The American Indian Student Center provides a circle of support, connecting students not only with on-campus resources but also local opportunities. Center staff can answer questions about academics, financial aid, internships and research opportunities. It’s a welcoming place to socialize with others in the Native community.

Students interacting in the Black Student Cultural Center

The Black Student Cultural Center provides key programs and services to students that allow them to grow. Our events focus on students of African descent academically, socially, culturally and globally through programming and networking.

Students interacting in the Roberto Hernández Center

The Roberto Hernández Center is dedicated to serving Latine/x/a/o students at UWM as well as the Latine/x/a/o population of southeastern Wisconsin through a three-pronged mission: to provide academic services that promote Latine/x/a/o student success, to engage in outreach to the Latine/x/a/o community and beyond, and to support applied research pertinent to Latine/x/a/os.

Exterior of the Southeast Asian American Student Center

The Southeast Asian American Student Center (SEAASC – pronounced sea-zick) serves all new and returning multicultural students who identify as Cambodian, Hmong, Lao and/or Vietnamese. The center is open for in-person appointments in Bolton Hall, Room 160. Stop in to say hello or make an appointment with one of the SEAASC staff members.

Academic Support Programs

Students apart of the McNair Scholars Program in front of the UWM Fountain

Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program

The Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program is designed to increase the number of students from underrepresented backgrounds who enter graduate studies leading to a doctorate.

Students standing in a circle and putting their hands in the middle as a team building exercise

The purpose of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee STEM-Inspire Program is to enhance learning opportunities for students majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) disciplines while providing them with research, leadership, academic enrichment, and professional development experiences.

Other Services

Student standing near a poster reading "Freedom Riders" in the Golda Meir Library

The Office of Equal Opportunity & Civil Rights (EOCR) is dedicated to preventing discrimination and guiding institutional compliance with applicable federal and state laws. Through educational programs, the investigation and resolution of complaints, and oversight activities, EOCR fosters an environment and culture that appreciates all members of the UWM community.

Title IX at UWM graphic

UWM’s Title IX Office receives reports of sexual misconduct involving the UWM community, coordinates supportive measures, provides information about response options, and conducts or oversees related investigations. All of these duties are guided by a trauma-informed approach that also embraces principles of equity and ensures due process.