Biology professor receives grant to combat devastating citrus crop disease
The $1.5 million award from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture supports a project aiming to bring to market a biopesticide that fights citrus greening disease.
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UWM researcher receives Shaw award to study why some breast cancer cells survive radiation
Qingsu Cheng, assistant professor of biomedical engineering, is investigating why some cancer cells go dormant to hide from radiation treatment, only to wake up later and return, sometimes even stronger.
UWM athletes’ high-GPA streak hits 50 semesters
Milwaukee student-athletes posted a collective grade-point average of 3.522 during the Spring 2025 semester, an incredible 25 year streak of recording a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Mone celebrates UWM’s unique mission, calls for support
The chancellor highlighted the impact of UWM’s unique three-part mission in a presentation Thursday to the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents.
Regents give partnership award to UWM and Northwestern Mutual
The award, which recognizes Northwestern Mutual’s visionary, collaborative leadership and longstanding commitment to UWM and its students, was given during the regents’ meeting at UWM.
Regents praise Mone’s leadership of UWM
The Board of Regents of the Universities of Wisconsin recognized UWM Chancellor Mark Mone with a resolution of appreciation for the university’s many accomplishments during his 11 years as UWM’s leader.
UWM ranked among top universities in the world
UWM landed among the top 3.2% of institutions ranked by the Center for World University Rankings. Just two other universities in Wisconsin made the Global 2000 list.
UWM chancellor and Pounce engage with community, alum at BelAir Cantina
The visit, part of the Universities of Wisconsin’s “Mascots on Main” initiative, highlighted the strong ties between the university and local businesses, particularly those owned by UWM alumni.
New microcredential prepares future social workers to help prevent suicide
Social work professors Lisa Berger and Colleen Galambos developed the microcredential Suicide Prevention Across the Lifespan to fill the gap in suicide prevention education for social workers.
Carmen Schools celebrate third annual senior signing day at UWM Panther Arena
The milestone event honored the class of 2025 while inspiring younger students to envision their own futures.