{"id":12841,"date":"2025-06-25T17:07:28","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T22:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/?page_id=12841"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:21:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T17:21:44","slug":"info-tech","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/info-tech\/","title":{"rendered":"Information Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"lp-banner-sidebyside-block_2b85929170fd50e196c76572f0ec0c0c\" class=\"uwm-l-container--fluid lp-banner-sidebyside uwm-bg-gray uwm-pattern--wave-vertical-white\">\n    <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--sidebyside uwm-l-row\">\n\n        <div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-p-0\">\n            \n                <div class=\"uwm-p-banner\">\n                    <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--single\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/information-technology-austin-guzman-laptop.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Information technology major Austin Guzman works outside on his laptop in front of Milwaukee&#039;s Discovery World\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/information-technology-austin-guzman-laptop.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/information-technology-austin-guzman-laptop-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/information-technology-austin-guzman-laptop-1024x444.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/information-technology-austin-guzman-laptop-768x333.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/>                        <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--gradient\"><\/div>\n                        <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--content uwm-u-text--center\">\n                            <div class=\"uwm-u-px-30\">\n                                <h1 class=\"futura uwm-u-mb-10 heading-mt-200 size-4\" style=\"letter-spacing:.02em\">Develop New Technologies<\/h1>\n<p class=\"lead-in\">At UWM, our cutting-edge technology programs will give you the hands-on skills and experience to make the world a better place.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-u-p-50\">\n                <div id=\"reqinfo-form\" class=\"uwm-mini-rfi\">\n<h2 class=\"size-h3 uwm-u-mt-0 futura\">Fill out this form to learn more about UWM<\/h2>\n<div id=\"form_b9e2e836-f03d-4c49-b0bc-dcb66151991a\">Loading&#8230;<\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/admissions.uwm.edu\/register\/?id=b9e2e836-f03d-4c49-b0bc-dcb66151991a&amp;output=embed&amp;div=form_b9e2e836-f03d-4c49-b0bc-dcb66151991a\">\/**\/<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left futura size-h1 uwm-u-mt-0 heading-separator\" id=\"h-make-waves-in-tech-ai-and-data\">Make Waves in Tech, AI and Data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left size-p-lg\">At UW-Milwaukee, our computer science, data science and technology students help build a better future. They learn to improve the world through innovation, improving the connection between human beings, information and technology.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Our graduates go on to work as AI analysts, computer programmers, data scientists, software engineers, web developers and more. The skills they gain at UWM prepare them to contribute to one of the nation\u2019s fastest-growing fields. Jobs in the tech industry are expected to grow 13% by 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-slider uwm-p-slider--dots-outside\"><div class=\"uwm-p-slider--base\"><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/05\/Waves-IT-Landing-Page_20250326_EH_IMC_MG_5919.jpg\" alt=\"Supply chain management student Evelyn Curiel works with a faculty mentor in the Connected Systems Institute.\" title=\"Supply chain management student Evelyn Curiel works with a faculty mentor in the Connected Systems Institute.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"\/><figcaption>UWM\u2019s Connected Systems Institute is home to Microsoft\u2019s AI Co-Innovation Lab, the first in the nation to focus on manufacturing. The lab gives students hands-on learning with artificial intelligence and connects them to Wisconsin manufacturers and Microsoft AI experts.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/Information-Technology-Waves-LP_20241112_EH_IMC_MG_1634.jpg\" alt=\"Kenneth working at his computer.\" title=\"Kenneth working at his computer.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"\/><figcaption>With close ties to Milwaukee-area businesses, UWM is the ideal place to launch your career. Ken, who earned his bachelor&#8217;s degree in Information Science and Technology, was hired before graduation as a systems engineer at Northwestern Mutual. Other students have been hired at GE HealthCare, Rockwell Automation, U.S. Bank and more.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/10\/Waves-LP-IT_20230711_TCF_IMC_5911.jpg\" alt=\"Data science student Cameron Lee works on her laptop at the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute.\" title=\"Data science student Cameron Lee works on her laptop at the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"\/><figcaption>Cameron Lee, who earned her bachelor&#8217;s in data science, works on her laptop at the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute. A partnership between Northwestern Mutual, Marquette University and UWM, the institute aims to establish Wisconsin as a national hub for data science and technology.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center uwm-u-mb-0 futura size-h1 heading-separator uwm-u-text--center\" id=\"h-hear-from-our-students\">Hear From Our Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--2\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--testimonial uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--testimonial-outside uwm-u-mb-40\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/Information-Technology-Waves-LP_20250204_TCF_IMC_7665.jpg\" alt=\"IST major Sisi works on her laptop in front of a window showing the Milwaukee Art Museum\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><figure class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><blockquote><p>The whole principle of the Information Science and Technology major is that there&#8217;s so much to it. There&#8217;s the technology, the business and the people. So you have to learn to prioritize, and to develop the methods and tools to do well in real-life projects.<\/p><\/blockquote><hr class=\"uwm-c-hr--center-short\"\/><figcaption><strong>Sisi<\/strong><em>Information Science &amp; Technology major<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--testimonial uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--testimonial-outside uwm-u-mb-40\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/Information-Technology-Waves-LP_20250214_TCF_IMC_8658.jpg\" alt=\"Data science masters student Josh Rady monitors real-time data during a basketball game\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><figure class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><blockquote><p>Data science is a good field, and it&#8217;s growing. My advisors really pushed me to pursue this. This degree is going to give me a lot more opportunities. And just give me a better opportunity to, essentially, make more money in the future.<\/p><\/blockquote><hr class=\"uwm-c-hr--center-short\"\/><figcaption><strong>Josh<\/strong><em>Data Science, MS<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80 uwm-p-wave-vertical uwm-p-wave-vertical--right\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h1 futura heading-separator\" id=\"h-level-up-your-ai-skills\">Level Up Your AI Skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game: More than 78% of companies now use some form of AI, according to a 2024 global survey by McKinsey &amp; Company.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">That\u2019s why UWM offers a number of AI certificates across a variety of academic areas. Here, you\u2019ll customize your degree and gain a competitive edge by learning to apply AI to your chosen field. For those who want to focus exclusively on AI, we also offer full degree programs, like our master\u2019s in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/10\/IT-Waves-Landing-Page_20250814_TCF_IMC_6016-1.jpg\" alt=\"UWM data science major Khatera Nazari gives a presentation at Northwestern Mutual, where she worked as an intern.\" class=\"wp-image-15881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/10\/IT-Waves-Landing-Page_20250814_TCF_IMC_6016-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/10\/IT-Waves-Landing-Page_20250814_TCF_IMC_6016-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Data science major Khatera Nazari was an AI intern at Northwestern Mutual. Part of her job involved improving the accuracy of responses for the company&#8217;s internal AI system, which is similar to ChatGPT. \u201cI love problem solving. Give me a problem and I want to just dig deep and solve the issue,\u201d Nazari said. \u201cThe work is amazing. I love my team.\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading futura heading-separator uwm-u-mt-0 size-h1\" id=\"h-explore-uwm-s-ai-data-science-and-tech-programs\">Explore UWM&#8217;s AI, Data Science and Tech Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Our academic programs prepare you to meet the challenges of the digital world and an ever-expanding information landscape. Whether you&#8217;re interested in artificial intelligence, hardware and software design, cybersecurity or computer systems and databases, we offer high-quality programs that match your interests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Plus, you can enhance your degree or expertise with a certificate \u2014 like our undergraduate certificate in web development, or one of our AI certificates \u2014 to set yourself apart in your field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Artificial Intelligence<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Artificial intelligence is transforming jobs and industries in major ways \u2014 boosting productivity, streamlining processes and opening new possibilities in nearly every tech occupation. As such, demand is rising for professionals who are able to leverage AI tools to solve real-world problems. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can boost your AI skills with one of our undergraduate or graduate certificates, including: &nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An undergraduate certificate in Artificial Intelligence for Information Science and Technology. You&#8217;ll gain the skills to apply AI tools and techniques to real-world information challenges, like organizing large datasets.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An undergraduate certificate in Artificial Intelligence &amp; Analytics for Business. This certificate program will equip you to analyze data, build machine learning models and develop AI capabilities for businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A graduate certificate in Data Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence. You&#8217;ll learn how AI leverages insights from data science to benefit human decision makers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s more, you can pursue full degree master&#8217;s programs for greater AI expertise, such as:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An engineering master&#8217;s degree concentration in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This one-of-a kind program combines AI skills with engineering and is open to a wide array of bachelor&#8217;s degree holders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Computer Engineering<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Think of computer engineering as a blend between computer science and electrical engineering. It&#8217;s a great fit if you&#8217;re interested in analyzing problems and designing solutions related to hardware, software, networks and equipment.&nbsp;Plus, computer hardware engineers are in demand; in 2024, the median salary was $155,020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn from expert faculty with professional connections to industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benefit from a tight-knit engineering community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get valuable hands-on learning experience, including high-paid internships and co-ops in Milwaukee at organizations like GE HealthCare, Milwaukee Tool, Northwestern Mutual and Rockwell Automation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend campus career fairs specifically for computer science and engineering students and refine your resume and interview skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Computer Science<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p>A computer science degree creates a great foundation for a wide range of career options, including video game developer, software engineer, computer programmer, application developer or programmer, information security analyst, network architect, cyber security expert and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re in great company: Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella earned his master&#8217;s degree in computer science at UWM. Our graduates have also launched careers at top companies including Amazon, Apple, Deloitte, Epic, Ford, Nintendo, Northwestern Mutual and Rockwell Automation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We offer both a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in computer science. Choose the BS in computer science if you want a more technical degree focused on software, computer systems and networks. Or, you can choose the BA in computer science if you want to combine your degree with another major or two minors, opening the door to more career opportunities while pursuing other interests.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also fast-track your master&#8217;s with an accelerated graduate program, meaning you could earn both your bachelor&#8217;s and master&#8217;s degrees in five years, saving time and money.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/IT-Waves-LP_20210701_IMC_EH_036.gif\" alt=\"Computer science master's student Catelyn works on her laptop outside. \" class=\"wp-image-13194\"\/><figcaption>UWM&#8217;s computer science program was among the top 25% nationally in the 2024 rankings by U.S. News &amp; World Report. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Data Analytics<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Data analytics is all about examining large sets of data to identify trends that help businesses make smart decisions. This fast-growing field will continue to be in high demand over the next decade. With a data analytics degree, you can go on to become a data analyst, data scientist, operations research analyst or market research analyst.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What sets our data analytics program apart is that it\u2019s customized to your interests. That means you can enter the field you\u2019re most passionate about, whether that\u2019s health care, social sciences, business, the arts or something else.&nbsp;And with close ties to local businesses and Fortune 500 companies, we\u2019ll connect you to organizations that are leaders in data analytics, like Northwestern Mutual and Rockwell Automation. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Data Science<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Data science draws on concepts and courses from business, math, communication and computer science to create new ways to process data using algorithms and predictive models. All organizations \u2014 not just tech companies \u2014 make decisions using information gleaned from data.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a data science degree, you can find jobs as a data scientist, data analyst, software engineer, machine learning engineer, AI analyst and more. What\u2019s more, data science jobs are projected to grow by 35% (much faster than the average for all occupations) by 2032.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our curriculum combines computer science and math. You&#8217;ll begin with calculus and other basics before building to artificial intelligence, machine learning, system structures and advanced statistics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UWM&#8217;s Data Science Club gives students a chance to network, share knowledge and help each other with coursework and projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We\u2019ll connect you to local businesses, such as Harley-Davidson, Molson Coors, Rockwell Automation, Northwestern Mutual and Johnson Controls. These connections can lead to internships and full-time job opportunities upon graduation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Information Science &amp; Technology (IST)<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Designed to bridge the gap between people, technology and information, our IST programs will equip you with the skills needed to analyze, design and implement technology solutions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with information science and technology degrees are in demand across a range of industries, including health care, insurance and security. They work as web developers, information security analysts, database administrators, software developers and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4 uwm-u-my-40\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-order--last\">\n<p>Highlights of our information science and technology programs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our bachelor&#8217;s information science and technology program is highly flexible, offering on-campus, online and hybrid learning formats.&nbsp;We also offer a master&#8217;s in information science and technology. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UWM\u2019s nonprof-IT program pairs teams of students with local nonprofits that need IT solutions and tech support. That means you&#8217;ll gain hands-on experience and strengthen practical skills while serving your community.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;ll benefit from alumni connections and strong industry partnerships with businesses, nonprofits and government agencies.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We also offer a dedicated career advisor to ensure students are prepared to join the workforce ready to succeed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/03\/IT-Waves-LP_20220329_EH_IMC_011.gif\" alt=\"Information science and technology student smiling while working with a faculty member on a desktop computer.\" class=\"wp-image-13217\"\/><figcaption>The employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 8% from 2023 to 2033, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Information Technology Management<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Information technology management acts as a bridge between technology systems and the businesses that use them. It involves creating technology-based solutions to business challenges and being able to communicate those solutions effectively to others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At UWM, you&#8217;ll find built-in support for both the IT and business aspects of this degree, with an emphasis on building communication skills to better translate your expertise to future colleagues. Plus, as a student within UWM&#8217;s business school, you&#8217;ll have access to a dedicated career center, career advisors, and internship and job fairs, as well as a range of mentorship programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with information technology management degrees often go on to become systems analysts, software administrators, data analysts, technology solutions specialists and more. These jobs are in demand and typically pay well. For example, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for computer systems analysts is $159,000.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80 uwm-p-circles-section\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uwm-u-mobile--hide\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-order--last\"><div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-15676\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h1 uwm-u-mt-0 futura heading-separator\" id=\"h-make-waves-in-your-world\">Make Waves in Your World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">UW-Milwaukee students come from all walks of life. What unites them is a willingness to ask big questions and a determination to find the answers. Many work side-by-side with expert faculty on research tackling the world&#8217;s toughest challenges. Others collaborate on art that helps us better understand ourselves or partner with community organizations on projects that improve lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Here, we turn ideas into ripples of change that create waves of positive impact. 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