What WiFi are you connected to?

There are three WiFi networks at UWM, are you using the best one? WiFi networks typically automatically connect after setup, so use the information below to check that you are using the best option.  UWM Students & Employees – UWM WiFi Login with your UWM credentials using these instructions. This is a secure network and is …

Spring 26 Student Technology Recommendations

Our student technology recommendations have general guidelines for Windows devices, Apple devices, and internet speeds.  Depending on your intended major, your school or college may have specific technology guidelines that do not align with the general recommendations. Talk to your advisor about possible …

Tech Timeout starts January 23

UWM Tech Timeout for the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester begins on Friday, January 23, at 12:01 am and ends Monday, February 2, at 11:59 pm.  What is Tech Timeout? Tech Timeout refers to a timeframe when University IT Services will not …

January 2026: New Outlook Experience

Starting January 2026, the new Outlook for Windows experience will be enabled for all users across the university. This update brings a modern interface, improved performance, and enhanced features designed to make your email and calendar experience more consistent across devices and …

LinkedIn Learning in Workday

All UWM students and employees have free access to LinkedIn Learning. It offers over 15,000 courses and is designed for easy online learning across all devices. For UWM employees, access to LinkedIn Learning has recently transitioned to Workday. Please review …

Upcoming PantherList Changes

UWM IT is preparing for the launch of a new version of our PantherList email system in 2026. In preparation for that change, any PantherList mailing lists that have not been utilized in the last two calendar years will be disabled on December 2, 2025.  This change applies to any PantherList that has not had a post in over 2 years …

New PAWS login page debuts Oct. 30

On Oct. 30, the PAWS login page will be updated with a fresh look (see image above). The functionality will remain the same, proceed to login as you usually would. Additionally, please use the new web address, uwm.edu/paws, when navigating to …

Staying Safe from Phishing

Phishing is a form of social engineering where a scammer pretends to be a trusted person or organization to trick you into sharing information. If successful, scammers can steal data, install malware, or lock systems.  Phishing can be hard to identify, but here …

New PAWS Login Page

On Oct. 30, 2025, the PAWS login page will be updated with a fresh look (see image below). The functionality will remain the same, proceed to login as you usually would. Additionally, please use the new web address, uwm.edu/paws, when …

3 Ways to Stay Safe Online

Small safety steps can make a huge difference with your online safety. Protect yourself and UWM from online threats with these three steps:  For more information about these topics, please visit our cybersecurity webpage. If you need assistance, please contact the UWM Help Desk.