About Information Studies
As Wisconsin’s premier School of Information Studies, we maximize the potential of humans through the power of information and technology.
News
- Mom Needs A Dinosaur by Kent & Erin Barnard
November 19, 2019 - Sarah Lawton Named 2020 SOIS Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD Award)
November 18, 2019 - Technology Initiatives Social
November 1, 2019 - Dr. Maria Haigh on UWM Today – Spotlighting Fake News Around The World
October 11, 2019
Events
- Professional Immersion Day – Fall 2020
August 28, 2020 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Faculty Publications and Research
The School of Information Studies ranks 4th Internationally and 2nd in the U.S./Canada in contributions to LIS Literature. Check out our most recent faculty publications and learn more about the...
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SOIS Alums Honored As Library Journal’s 2019 Movers & Shakers
Each year, the Library Journal honors "The People Shaping the Future of Libraries" in their Movers & Shakers edition. This year, four alums from UW-Milwaukee's School of Information Studies are...
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Career Resources
Whether you are a recent graduate just starting your career or an alumni looking for a change, the School of Information Studies is committed to supporting students and alumni throughout their careers.
Alumni & Giving
SOIS alums make a significant impact in the information profession locally, nationally and internationally. We invite alumni & friends to join us in supporting the next generation of information professionals.
ALA Accredited
Our MLIS Program is accredited by the American Library Association and is ranked in the top 15 LIS Programs in the nation by US News and World Report!
iSchools Member
As a proud member of the iSchools organization, we share an interest in the relationships between information, people, and technology and are dedicated to advancing the information field.