Dean of Students Office

Guiding Success, Supporting Resilience

The Dean of Students Office supports students’ academic success and personal well-being.

The Dean of Students Office (DOSO) is the place to go when the unexpected happens. Staffed by deans, coordinators, and case managers, DOSO assists students facing personal crises, emergencies, and unexpected financial challenges, offering guidance and connecting them with essential resources. DOSO also administers the campus misconduct processes for academic and non-academic cases, ensuring fairness and helping students grow from these experiences.

The Dean of Students Office also serves as a central point for students to voice complaints or concerns, and to seek guidance with navigating procedures and understanding options. This holistic support aims to enhance students’ resilience and enrich their overall university experience.

Student Association Professional Staff joined the Dean of Students Office on August 1, 2026. Together, Student Association Professional Staff (SAPS), the UWM Student Government, and the Dean of Students Office (DOSO) form a connected support system that empowers students and helps them thrive throughout their university experience. The UWM Student Government serves as the elected voice of the student body, advocating for student needs, shaping campus initiatives, and representing student interests in university decision-making. SAPS provides guidance, training, and operational support that equips student leaders to effectively fulfill their mission, ensuring they have the resources and advising needed to lead with confidence. Complementing these efforts, the DOSO supports students on an individual level by providing support during personal challenges, addressing concerns, connecting students with critical resources, and promoting responsibility through campus conduct processes. DOSO also keeps students at the forefront and advocates for students’ interests when working with colleagues throughout campus. Together, these three areas create a collaborative network of student advocacy, leadership development, and holistic student support to foster an inclusive, responsive, and successful campus community.