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Amanda Soika

    Amanda Soika

    • Director, First Generation+ Resource Center

    Amanda Soika is a first-generation college student who grew up in Southeastern Wisconsin. In her role as Director of the First-Generation+ Resource Center, Amanda serves as a support system for students, a sounding-board for their future plans and pathways, and an advocate for the students she serves. Amanda has over 15 years of experience working in the field of education within the higher education, K-12, and non-profit sectors in the City of Milwaukee. In previous roles at UWM, she has served as an Academic Advisor for Pathway Advising, the Enrollment Coordinator for the Honors College, and an Admissions Advisor within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. In her free time, Amanda enjoys baking, cooking, reading, singing, listening to podcasts, camping, hiking, and enjoying all that the City of Milwaukee has to offer!

    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.