As an information science & technology student, Sidonie Dessoubret landed her dream job as a tech researcher and director of the French branch of Adam Aerospace in Milwaukee. She says it feels great jumping into a career right out of college, using problem solving, public speaking, sales and teamwork skills she gained working on campus jobs. Dessoubret, who grew up in Paris, plans to pursue a master's degree in aerospace management and engineering. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Former UWM Chancellor Mark Mone (from left) shares a laugh with new UWM Chancellor Thomas Gibson and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Matthew Pottenburgh. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Members of the UWM women’s soccer team come together for a cheer after a recent practice. Eight UWM players
were honored with all-Horizon League awards, including Lainey Higgins as player of the year, Kayla Rollins as offensive player of the year and Parker Donahugh as goalkeeper of the year. UWM won the regular season conference title, and
will host the semifinals and finals of the Horizon League tournament starting on Thursday. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Graduating students Mike Nyhart and Lexy Lunger take a selfie before the start of the ceremony. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Tanner Hansen reveals himself as the person who's been under that Pounce Panther suit for the last few years. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Graduate Davien Holton celebrates after receiving his diploma. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Students get some practice in as the sun sets over Engelmann Stadium. (UWM Photo/Kyle Bursaw)
Chancellor Mark Mone gets a selfie with two of his top assistants, Carolina Svendsen (left) and Alison Wiencek, at a party celebrating Mone’s 11 years as leader of UWM. The party was bicycle-themed, reflecting Mone’s avid interest in biking. Under his tenure, UWM graduated 58,000 students – 80% of whom live and work in Wisconsin – and earned national recognition as one of only 32 institutions classified as top tier in research, access and community engagement. Mone is stepping down this summer and returning to teaching the Lubar College of Business. (UWM Photo/Elora Hennessey)
Clayborn Benson (center) shares a laugh with UWM Chancellor Mark Mone and Michelle Putz, UWM Alumni Association board chair, after accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award recently at the annual Alumni Awards Evening. Benson, founder and executive director of the Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum, earned a bachelor’s degree in film from UWM in 1987 before embarking on a decorated 39-year journalism career with WTMJ-TV. He returned to UWM and earned a master’s degree in public history in 2024. (UWM Photo/Elora Hennessey)
Sheldon Lubar checks out the exhibit of his life's work at the Sheldon Lubar Study & Conference Room dedication. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Yolanda Medina, director of UWM’s Military and Veterans Resource Center, dances at the Military and Veterans Ball at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center. The annual event, now in its 10th year, is a celebration that includes dinner, dancing and camaraderie for all military-related students, alums and supporters. (UWM Photo/Kyle Bursaw)
Video gamers concentrate on their contests in the esports lounge in the recreation center in the basement of the UWM Student Union. The lounge opened last semester but had its official grand opening as part of Winter Welcome. It’s a dedicated gaming space where students can play games such as Valorant, League of Legends and Super Smash Bros. and play in competitive leagues. (UWM Photo/Elora Hennessey)
Alana and Aden met through a mutual friend in the Black Student Cultural Center. Because of proximity to each other, they commuted to school together almost every day. It wasn't until they saw the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at a student org meeting that their feelings for each other were confirmed. Since then, they have been joined at the hip, enjoying meals and attending various events. Aden is a graduate student at UWM studying health psychology, while Alana is close to completing her undergraduate degree in public health.
Kristian Zenz shows off his graduation cap featuring a crocheted rendition of UWM’s mascot, Pounce Panther, made by friend and UWM film student Melissa Hernandez. (UWM Photo/Elora Hennessey)
UWM students Kaye Van Susteren (from left), Claire Egerstrom and Dennis Ekwemnachukwu Okeke celebrate International Pride Day June 28 outside of This Is It!, Milwaukee’s oldest continuously operating gay bar. This Is It!, co-owned by UWM alum Trixie Mattel, also includes a performance space and safe place for patrons who are at least 18 years old. (UWM Photo/Elora Hennessey)
Ezmae, who’s still a pup, takes a little nibble on Wucherer’s arm while “signing” with a paw print the oath of honor and oath of office that all law enforcement officers sign on their first day. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
Ezmae, a 1-year-old golden retriever, will serve as a certified facility-trained dog. She will be available to assist students, staff and anyone else suffering from depression, being a crime victim or dealing with any type of stressful event. (UWM Photo/Troye Fox)
As the summer begins winding down and the anticipation of fall semester starts to heat up, we thought we’d take a look back at a few of our favorite photos from the past year.
The subjects run the gamut: From successful students to proud alumni, from world-class scholars to distinguished visitors, from our beautiful campus to one adorable dog.
Have a look.
