What’s it like to work as a marine tech? Four UW-Milwaukee students took a five-day crash course that taught them all about this career — and earned them a marine tech deck microcredential from the Marine Technology Society. The 2026 Expedition …
Freshwater Sciences student Cayleb Correa was featured in the UWM Class of 2026’s commencement video, which was shown at both ceremonies on Sunday, May 17. The video highlights many students, their academic careers and what’s next for them when they …
Undergraduate Research Week at UWM is officially April 20-24, the week leading up to the 18th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on Friday, April 24th. At the School of Freshwater Sciences, we’re proud to have 19 students working in faculty labs …
Planning your fall schedule? Whether you’re just starting your degree, looking for electives, or finishing up advanced coursework, there are a variety of Freshwater and Atmospheric Sciences courses available this fall. These courses range from introductory classes with no prerequisites …
When Jena Choi moved from Los Angeles to Whitefish Bay in middle school, she swapped ocean beaches for freshwater ecosystems. Lake Michigan and the area’s abundant rivers fostered a love of kayaking and deepened her appreciation for aquatic systems. But …
Meet Jena, a BS in Freshwater Sciences student who graduated in Fall 2025. Jena Choi’s experience in the undergraduate Freshwater Sciences program at UWM School of Freshwater Sciences helped her build confidence, gain hands-on research experience and clarify how she …
The School of Freshwater Sciences’ Freshwater Colloquium creates a platform for students, faculty and scientists to discuss their research and emergent issues related to freshwater resources. Presentations are open to the public. All events will take place on Mondays from …
We celebrated another semester of graduates at commencement on Sunday, December 22 at the UWM Panther Arena. Congratulations to all of our newest alumni! Best wishes in all you do. Fall 2025 Graduating Class Graduate Students Undergraduate Students
Freshwater Sciences student Jena Choi was featured in the UWM Class of 2025’s commencement video, highlighting their academic careers and what’s next. Jena earned her B.S. in Freshwater Sciences and will continue her studies in our M.S. Professional program via …
How one professional master’s alum turned her degree into a global science adventure. From Wisconsin to New Zealand, professional master’s alum Maggie Armstrong has followed the current of freshwater science across continents. Her journey shows how curiosity — and saying …
