Wellness – Graduate School

UWM Graduate Student Wellness Series

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The UWM Graduate School organizes events, activities and seminars to help graduate students with a holistic approach to physical, mental, educational and financial wellness as they move successfully through degree milestones, acquire a variety of skills, and advance their opportunities.

Faculty and staff from units across campus contribute to this ongoing series, supporting graduate student wellness as they envision and pursue their own future, in and beyond the university. All students enrolled in a UWM graduate program (on campus and online) are invited to attend these events.

Spring 2024 Wellness opportunities

Budgeting for Graduation

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Wednesday, April 3^rd @ 12-1 p.m.
Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series with UWM’s Financial Aid Office and UWM’s Graduate School and presented by Ashley Williams willi933@uwm.edu, Student Financial Service Center (SFSC) Training & Onboard Mgr.

This session is a starting point for graduate students interested in learning basics for budgeting for graduation. We will discuss different budgeting categories, apps to use to assist in the budgeting process, and personalized budgeting strategies based on submitted information. To watch the recorded Microsoft Teams event please click on this link: Budgeting for Graduation

Connecting through Parenthood

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series in conjunction with the Women’s Resource Center.

Hey, student parents! It’s time to hit pause on your go-go-go routine and sink into some cozy vibes. Casey Hills, graduate student parent and Community Health Specialist at Children’s Wisconsin, will join to facilitate community discussions on parenthood. Join us for a chill coffee hour custom-made just for amazing student parents like you at UWM!

Join us at the Women’s Resource Center in the Student Union EG37

International Graduate Student Alumni Panel

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series in conjunction with the Center for Student Experience and Talent.

Join us to hear helpful insights and lessons learned from international student alumni as they navigated their journey from college to the workforce including CPT/OPT considerations, job search strategies, and adjusting to life after college.

Join us in the Student Union, room 191. Registration is required. Register here

Graduate Student End of Year Bike Ride!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 @ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series with Outdoor Pursuits.

Outdoor Pursuits has joined forces with UWM’s Graduate School to offer a bike ride to celebrate the end of the year and enjoy the warm weather. The bike ride covers 5-10 miles (8-16km) of biking on city streets and trails. Previous biking experience is required. Bike rental, helmet and lock are included, but you are welcome to bring your own bike. The trip will start at Outdoor Pursuits in the Klotsche Center.

Recordings from past events

Mental Health: What Every Graduate Student Should Know – Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series by UWM’s Graduate School on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Watch the presentation from the Student Health and Wellness Center on Mental Health: What Every Graduate Student Should Know
What can Career Services do for UWM Graduate Students? – Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series by UWM’s Graduate School and the UWM Career Planning and Resource Center (CPaRC) on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Watch the recorded event: What can Career Services do for UWM Graduate Students?
Graduate Education & Repayment Options – Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series by UWM’s Graduate School and the UWM Financial Aid Department by Ashley Williams, Financial Aid Adviser (Presenter) on Thursday, April 6, 2023 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Watch the recorded seminar on financial aid and borrowing options for graduate students.
Topics include:
- Aid Eligibility as a Graduate Student
- How to Be Responsible with Borrowing & Budgeting
- Repayment Options
- Different types of Income Driven Repayment Plans
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Questions / Discussion
Supporting LGBTQ+ Students, Faculty & Staff Colleagues: Allyship and Awareness – Presented as a part of the Graduate Student Wellness Series by UWM’s Graduate School and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center at UWM. Presenter Ariana Myers (she/her) is the Director of the LGBTQ+ Resource Center at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, where she serves as an advocate for marginalized students and teaches for the History Department. To view the recorded Microsoft Teams presentation, use this link: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students, Faculty & Staff Colleagues: Allyship and Awareness.