State relations have never been more important to UWM! You can make a difference by advocating important priorities to your legislators and sharing the UWM story with your friends and neighbors.
UWM receives a portion of its funding through the state’s biennial budget process. The University’s continued growth as a major research institution and its service to the students of Wisconsin relies on continued support from the state.
A variety of advocacy tools are available, including how UWM impacts the economy filling the talent pipeline and has a statewide impact through our students and alumni.
UWM provides an affordable, world-class education to 22,882 students on two campuses in Milwaukee and Waukesha, contributing to the state’s health, vibrancy and economic growth. The university is a leading educator of architects, engineers, business students, teachers, nurses and other health professionals. 74% of our 207,872 alumni live and work in Wisconsin, contributing to the state’s health, vibrancy and economic growth.
Our research faculty partner with Fortune 500 companies like Rockwell Automation and Northwestern Mutual, as well as startups and nonprofit organizations, to advance knowledge and bring new discoveries to market. Investment in UWM is an investment in Wisconsin’s future.