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
- Dr. Iris Xie and Dr. Wonchan Choi Awarded IMLS National Leadership Applied Research Grant
August 2, 2022 - School of Information Participates in Summerfest Tech Events June 29-30, 2022
June 7, 2022 - Maggie Flath – Advisor of the Year
June 3, 2022 - Johannes Britz to serve as interim academic and student services leader for UW System
April 18, 2022
Events
- Research & Curriculum Synergies Networking Events
August 25 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Professional Immersion Day – Fall 2022
August 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm - New Graduate Student Orientation – Fall 2022
August 27 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm - Fall 2022 Welcome Back Celebration
September 14 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Publications and Research
SOIS 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 diverse research initiatives at...
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SOIS Update: coronavirus
The UW-Milwaukee campus is closely monitoring the rapidly changing environment surrounding COVID-19. For the latest updates on UWM’s Fall Semester Reopening, visit the UWM website. Additional information and FAQ's related...
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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.