PAWS Maintenance Schedule

PAWS maintenance can occur on Sundays between 5:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. During this maintenance window, users may experience difficulties with PAWS (service disruptions, outages, etc.).  UWM IT recommends avoiding critical activities during the scheduled maintenance window whenever possible. If …

WiFi reminders for Fall 2026

Faculty, staff and students should check their personal devices to ensure they are connected to UWMWiFi or eduroam. WiFi networks often auto-connect; double checking ensures you are using the correct and most secure WiFi option.  For more information on all …

Tech Timeout starts this Friday

UWM Tech Timeout for the start of the Fall 2026 semester begins on Friday, August 28, at 12:01 a.m. and ends Tuesday, September 8, at 11:59 p.m.  What is Tech Timeout? Tech Timeout refers to a timeframe when University IT Services will not make changes that affect campus-wide …

Fall 2026 Faculty & Staff IT Newsletter

At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, our technology resources empower students, faculty and staff to research, innovate and collaborate. More information on technology-related services and topics can always be found on our website: uwm.edu/information-technology. Please check IT News for UWM’s technology news and updates.  …

Tech Timeout starts Aug 28

UWM Tech Timeout for the start of the Fall 2026 semester begins on Friday, August 28, at 12:01 a.m. and ends Tuesday, September 8, at 11:59 p.m.  What is Tech Timeout? Tech Timeout refers to a timeframe when University IT Services will not make changes that affect campus-wide …

Upgrading devices to Windows 11

UWM IT continues to upgrade all capable university-owned computers currently running Windows 10 to Windows 11. Microsoft support for Windows 10 ended in October 2025 and UWM IT can only provide extended support updates through October 2028.  Upgrading to Windows …

Fall 2026 Tech Training Schedule

The fall 2026 TechTraining course schedule is now available. View the schedule and register for a free course today! Upcoming Courses: To view the full schedule and register, visit the Online Training page. If you have questions, contact us at …

Fall 2026 Lecture Capture & Lightboard Training

Classroom Services is offering Lecture Capture and Lightboard online training later this month. Learn to use these classroom tools, get a chance to speak with a member of the Classroom Services team and have your questions answered. For more information …

UWM IT & Data Strategic Plan

Over the last few years, the IT community has collaborated across campus to create the IT and Data Adaptive Strategic Plan. An overview of the plan, as well as the IT & Data Governance structures that were created alongside this effort, are now available …

Fall 26 Student Technology Recommendations

If you are buying a new computer, please review UWM IT’s student technology recommendations. The recommendations include information for Windows and Apple devices, as well as internet speeds. Depending on your intended major, schools/colleges may have more specific technology recommendations. …