School of Information Studies

GLAM 2026 Virtual Career Festival: Pathway Panel Series
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
GLAM is a virtual career festival for graduate students in select library and museum studies programs and Government, Library, Archive, & Museum employers. Some organizations are recruiting, others are offering networking opportunities, and still others are professional organizations sharing information about the benefits of membership.Join us on Zoom for the following panel discussions with GLAM professionals to learn more about trends in their field and how to set yourself up for success. Attend any of the sessions below by clicking on the link to register.All Pathway Panels are at Noon CT / 1pm ET.

Monday, February 9
Pathway Panel for Archives
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Wednesday, February 11
Pathway Panel for Special Libraries
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Thursday, February 12
Pathway Panel for Museums
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Tuesday, February 17
Pathway Panel for Academic Libraries
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Thursday, February 19
Pathway Panel for Public Libraries
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Friday, February 20
Pathway Panel for Alternative Careers
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For questions or comments, please reach out to Student/Alumni Engagement & Outreach Specialist Julie Walker at walkerjs@uwm.edu.

Master of Library & Information Science Information Session – February 23, 2026
2026-02-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program. Learn how your unique background along with the specialized skills and practical experiences gained through a graduate degree in Library & Information Science can lead to rewarding career opportunities. Please join us for an overview of the MLIS program. Our student services staff and alums of the program will be available to answer any questions you might have.
Monday, February 23, 2026 Noon – 1:00 pm CST Online via Zoom

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MLIS + Archival Studies Info Session
2026-03-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program.
Join SOIS Archives Program Specialist Shaun Hayes to learn more about program requirements and electives for the archives MLIS concentration, as well as insight into how to graduate prepared to be competitive in the job market.

Thursday, March 12, 2026
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (central time)
Online via Zoom

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Enhance Your Chance: The Inside Scoop Career Resource Fair
2026-03-18 11:30 - 14:30 | Northwest Quadrant – Building D, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
The Inside Scoop: Career Resource Fair
Get the Inside Scoop at the SOIS Career Resource Fair!
Connect with representatives from local organizations and campus resources that can assist you in your transition from student to professional.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
11:30 am – 2:30 pm (CDT)

Northwest Quad Building D
3rd Floor Student Lounge
2025 E Newport, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Who will be in attendance?
Local Organizations & UWM Campus Resources

UWM School of Information Studies – Nonprof-IT
UWM Campus Technology Support
UWM Libraries
UWM Student Experience & Talent
UWM Connected Systems Institute
UWM Student Involvement
Summerfest Tech
Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) – Milwaukee Chapter
Brew City HDI
Midwest Cyber Security Alliance
Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition
Wisconsin Library Association (WLA)

Frozen treats will be served…yum!

Questions? Contact: Julie Walker, Student/Alumni Engagement & Outreach Specialist
Email: walkerjs@uwm.edu | Ph: 414-251-6846

Enhance Your Chance: Fireside Career Chats
2026-03-18 11:30 - 14:30 | NWQD 3rd Floor, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Enhance Your Chance: Fireside Career Chats
Wednesday, March 18 | NWQD 3rd Floor & Virtual | Registration not required

How Joining an IT Professional Organization Sets You Up for Success

Learn about the benefits of joining an IT-related professional organization, including how to find the right group for your goals, the steps to becoming a member, and strategies for making the most of your time at networking events. Presented by:Jamie Garancis – Professional Recruiter | TEKsystemsMatt Goodacre – IT Security Manager | Briggs and StrattonRonald Williamson – Cyber Strategist | Concept Ventures
Two sessions:11:30 am – 12:00 pm – In-person or virtual via Teams1:00 pm – 1:30 pm – In-person or virtual via Teams

Recruiter Secrets and LinkedIn

Join us for this workshop on how to build a strong LinkedIn profile & how to start looking for internships/job opportunities.Presented by Shelby WhalenProgram Coordinator & Senior Recruiter at Brooksource
Two sessions:12:15 pm – 12:45 pm – In-person or virtual via Teams1:45 pm – 2:15 pm – In-person or virtual via Teams

Wednesday Well-Being: Spring 2026
2026-04-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-15 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 | NWQD 3rd Floor, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Join us every Wednesday in the NWQD 3rd-floor student lounge for rotating activities everyone can enjoy.Whether you are coming to see an advisor, looking for ways to de-stress, or make new connections, take a moment to stop by.No sign ups are required for these events: simply swing by on a Wednesday during lunch time to see what’s going on. Everyone is welcome, we hope to see you there! Magic: The Gathering now meets every Wednesday at noon! Spring 2026 Wednesday Well-Being Activity Schedule (subject to change):

Date
Activity
Time

February 4th
De-Stress, Not Distress: Managing Stress with SHAW (Student Health and Wellness Center)
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

February 11th
Celebrate You (with Flowers): A Valentine’s Build-Your-Own-Bouquet Event
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

February 18th
Magic the Gathering Gathering: Learn the card game. Play a few rounds. Have fun.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

February 25th
Yoga Session with FitWell: No experience needed & props provided
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

March 4th
Methods for Managing Anxiety with SHAW (Student Health and Wellness Center)
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

March 11th
Spring Birthday Party: Have a birthday this semester (or in the summer or next semester)? Join us for cake!
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

March 18th
The Inside Scoop: Information Science and Technology Career Fair
11:30 am – 2:30 pm

April 1st
Yoga Session with FitWell: No experience needed & props provided
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

April 8th
Brain Break: Puzzles, Coloring Books & More
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

April 15th
Lunch Break: Join us for a free lunch
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

April 22th
Magic the Gathering Gathering: Learn the card game. Play a few rounds. Have fun.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

April 29th
Yoga Session with FitWell: No experience needed & props provided – Session canceled
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

May 6th
Rock Enroll/Calm and Crafty: Get enrolled, make a craft
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

For any questions or comments regarding these events, please reach out to Student Well-Being Manager Megan White: whitemf@uwm.edu

Rock Enroll: Spring 2026
2026-05-06 10:00 - 15:00 | NWQD 3rd Floor, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Students: Join us in the Northwest Quadrant-D 3rd-floor student lounge for our bi-annual Rock Enroll event!
Get a jumpstart on the next semester with direct enrollment assistance. Advisors will be available to walk you through the enrollment process and help with your upcoming fall schedule.
There will be fun activities to complete and a free lunch. Everyone is welcome!
Wednesday, May 6th | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
NWQD – 3rd Floor Student Lounge
For questions or comments, please contact Academic Advisor Maggie Flath.

Nonprof-IT Showcase: Spring 2026
2026-05-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Northwest Quadrant – Building D, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Please join us for the Spring 2026 nonprof-IT Student Showcase!SOIS students will present their final projects to nonprof-IT clients, company mentors, and the UWM campus community.Tuesday, May 12th, 20269:00am – 10:30amNorthwest Quad Building D (NWQD) – 3rd Floor2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211RSVP TODAYShowcase Agenda
9:00 am | Opening Remarks9:05 am | Project Presentations 9:05 – Mothers Against Gun ViolenceCaitlyn Horgan, Gourilakshmi Neerajkumar, Jersemy De Jesus, Talishsa Davis-NovotnyMentor: Amber Dierking – Direct Supply 9:10 – Greendale School DistrictViny Greco, Madison Kyles, Pahoua Vue, Rajko RadovanovicMentor: Bob Amich – Clarios9:15 – World Affairs SeminarNancy De Jesus, Hepsiba Madireddy, Joshua Thaisananikone, Rhayne Vollendorf, Aden SengsouvanhMentor: Richard Mogilka – Rockwell Automation9:20 – Cream City FoundationGurleen Singh, Sam Gaudet, Adam Abuamouneh, Anthony TorciviaMentor: Chris LaGrange – Northwestern Mutual 9:25 – Lake Area Free ClinicJulian Haliga, Ashlee Eckholm, Akshath Vijaykumar, Sky ZinkMentors: Sue Barthelemy & Manfred Lopez-Prado – HSA Bank9:30 – MATC Fast FundTrevor Keay, Zainab Nima, Mohana Sampatam, Zakaria Anwar ShahMentor: Bently Turner – RW Baird 9:35 – Under My WingMikayla Berge, Julia Igl, Marvin Martin, Aryan AhlawatMentor: Bhram Singh – Chortek 9:40 – The Dominican CenterHudayfa Sharif, Arshdeep Singh, Siraj Almousa, Heba Al-HassanMentors: Leslie Berkley & Harrison Colcord – Associated Bank9:45 am | Closing Remarks – Adam Hudson9:50 am | Student Poster Session

For more information about the nonprof-IT program, please visit: https://uwm.edu/informationstudies/community-engagement/nonprof-it/

CCEP Spring 2026 Recognition Ceremony
2026-05-15 17:45 - 19:00 | UWM Union Ballroom, 2200 E Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Celebrate your achievements with your family and friends at the College of Community Engagement & Professions Spring 2026 Recognition Ceremony!
The College of Community Engagement & Professions (CCEP) invites all eligible Helen Bader School of Social Welfare (HBSSW), School of Education (SOE) and School of Information Studies (SOIS) Spring and Summer graduates to the Spring 2026 Recognition Ceremony. We will celebrate your achievements and honor all graduates.

Friday, May 15th, 20265:45pm – 7:00pmUWM Union Ballroom 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53211
RSVP by May 11thQuestions? Contact: ccep-rec@uwm.eduREGISTER FOR THE CCEP RECOGNITION CEREMONY

Schedule and Additional Event Info

During the ceremony, graduates will be invited to the stage for recognition and may share a few words of gratitude if they wish.Business casual attire is recommended—caps and gowns are not required.Doors open at 5:45 p.m., followed by the ceremony at 6:00 p.m.Light refreshments will be served.Registration is required, but there are no physical tickets.

Additional Honorees and Cords

Honors students, veterans, and Beta Phi Mu members will receive an additional cord that can be picked up during the recognition ceremony. Cords will be distributed at check-in.If you are unable to attend the ceremony and would like to pick up your cord, please email ccep-rec@uwm.edu.

Please note that this is NOT the formal UWM Commencement Ceremony.
More Information on UWM’s Commencement Ceremony and physical tickets can be found below:

Spring 2026 UWM Commencement Ceremony – Sunday, May 17, 2026.UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena: 400 W. Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203 The ceremony is for all Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral Candidates. All students who have applied for graduation before the stated deadline will be able to obtain tickets for their guests to attend the UWM Commencement Ceremony at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. For complete details on UWM’s Commencement Ceremony, please visit: https://uwm.edu/graduation/commencement

Library Student Summer Social
2026-06-16 17:30 - 19:30 | MLK Library, 2901 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr Jr, Milwaukee, 53212, United States
The School of Information Studies is excited to host a summer social for library students at the MLK Library. Come connect with fellow students, enjoy food and refreshments, and learn from a panel of public librarians as they share their experiences and insights about the field.
Whether you’re hoping to meet new people, ask questions about librarianship, or just spend time with others in the program, we’d love to see you there.
Tuesday, June 16 | 5:30 – 7:30pm | MLK Library
2901 N. MLK Jr. Dr. Milwaukee, WI 53212

Public librarian panel begins at 6:15pm
Parking available via King lot north of Locust or street
Ask about parking at SOIS for a ride over at 5pm

To RSVP, inquire about carpooling, or any other questions, please reach out to Lyndsay Smanz – ljsmanz@uwm.edu
We hope to see you there!

Summerfest Tech 2026
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-29
Network and celebrate the evolution of technology and Wisconsin’s growing reputation as a tech hub at this year’s Summerfest Tech! Registration is FREE of charge – visit the Summerfest Tech website for more details
Summerfest Tech Attendee Networking Event Friday, June 26th | Noon – 4:00 pm
The School of Information Studies is sponsoring the 2026 Summerfest Tech Networking Event! Use your Summerfest Tech badge for FREE Summerfest admission and join us at the Lasso Lounge (near the BMO Pavilion) for snacks, drinks, live music, and great networking with SOIS students, staff, alumni, and other VIPs. Check out the full music lineup at summerfest.com/lineup and view the grounds map at summerfest.com/grounds-map.
View the complete schedule of events and register for Summerfest Tech below!

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SOIS Annual Student & Alumni Reception at ALA 2026
2026-06-27 14:30 - 15:30 | McCormick Place, 2301 S King Dr., Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
Annual School of Information Studies Student & Alumni Reception at the Annual American Library Association (ALA) Conference!
Alumni & Friends! Please join us at our booth (#4740) on Saturday, June 27th | 2:30 – 3:30 for refreshments and fun!

Saturday, June 27, 2026
2:30pm – 3:30pm
McCormick Place Convention Center – Booth #4740

Master of Library & Information Science Information Session – July 13, 2026
2026-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program.Learn how your unique background along with the specialized skills and practical experiences gained through a graduate degree in Library & Information Science can lead to rewarding career opportunities.Please join us for an overview of the MLIS program. Our student services staff and alums of the program will be available to answer any questions you might have.
Monday, July 13th, 2026Noon – 1:00 pm CSTOnline via Zoom

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MLIS Alumni Get-Together
2026-07-22 17:00 - 18:30 | NWQD 3rd Floor, 2025 E Newport Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, United States
Join us for an MLIS Alumni get-together. Enjoy a casual evening reconnecting with fellow alumni and learn about what’s happening in the MLIS community.
A light dinner will be served, along with brief school updates from the recently appointed Associate Dean and Head of School Dr. Nadine Kozak.
Current MLIS students are welcome and encouraged to join the event!
Wednesday, July 22 | 5:00 – 6:30pm | NWQD 3rd Floor
2025 E Newport Ave Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211
Look for the green elevators!
Parking passes provided for the Northwest Quadrant parking garage.
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP below:

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Fall 2026 Well-come Back: Wellbeing Event
2026-09-10 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for an afternoon dedicated to helping you recharge, reconnect, and refocus for the new semester.
Stop by and pot a plant, grab a healthy snack and visit with Megan White, Student Well-Being Manager.
Activities will include plant-potting, rock painting, and more!
Thursday, September 10th
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Enderis Lawn
See you there!

Fall 2026 Welcome Back Carnival
2026-09-15 14:00 - 16:00
Welcome to the Fall Semester!
Please Join Us for the SOIS Welcome Back Carnival!
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Sandburg Hall Lawn
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Please join SOIS faculty, staff, students, and local organizations for a welcome-back celebration to kick off the fall semester!

Learn what’s happening @ SOIS!
Network with representatives from area organizations.
Join us for food, games, and prizes!

Sandburg Hall Lawn –
Northeast Corner of Hartford and Maryland Ave.
See you there!

Master of Library & Information Science Information Session – October 5, 2026
2026-10-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program.Learn how your unique background along with the specialized skills and practical experiences gained through a graduate degree in Library & Information Science can lead to rewarding career opportunities.Please join us for an overview of the MLIS program. Our student services staff will be available to answer any questions you might have.
Monday, October 5th, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm CSTOnline via Zoom

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Master of Library & Information Science Information Session – November 2, 2026
2026-11-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program.Learn how your unique background along with the specialized skills and practical experiences gained through a graduate degree in Library & Information Science can lead to rewarding career opportunities.Please join us for an overview of the MLIS program. Our student services staff will be available to answer any questions you might have.
Monday, November 2nd, 202612:00 pm – 1:00 pm CSTOnline via Zoom
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Master of Library & Information Science Information Session – December 7, 2026
2026-12-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Online / Virtual
We invite you to join the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies (SOIS) for an online information session on the Master of Library & Information Science Degree Program.Learn how your unique background along with the specialized skills and practical experiences gained through a graduate degree in Library & Information Science can lead to rewarding career opportunities.Please join us for an overview of the MLIS program. Our student services staff and alums of the program will be available to answer any questions you might have.
Monday, December 7th, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm CSTOnline via Zoom

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