Campus & Community
Student Union renovation honored twice
The renovation of the UWM Student Union was recently honored with architecture awards from the City of Milwaukee and the Daily Reporter.
Happy graduation, Class of 2024!
More than 3,300 UWM students received diplomas on Sunday at the UWM Panther Arena, marking the end of one journey and the start of another.
Meet some of the UWM students hired before graduation in 2024
UWM students have big ambitions and plans, many of which are being realized before commencement by landing full-time positions throughout Wisconsin, the nation and even internationally.
UWM ranks in top 3.1% of universities in the world
Only three other universities in Wisconsin made the center’s Global 2,000 list, with only the Medical College of Wisconsin and UW-Madison ranking higher.
Soon to graduate at 72, student reflects on the life lessons she’s learned
JoAnne Potter is 72 years old. That makes her among a very small group of older seniors working on a bachelor’s degree at UWM, and almost certainly the oldest student ever in the Honors College.
Fostering Success office begins cap and gown donation program
Starting with May 2024 commencement, graduates and alumni have the opportunity to donate their caps and gowns through a new recycling program.
Undergrad researchers show their work at symposium
At this year’s symposium, over 250 UWM students, mentored by over 130 of UWM’s faculty and research staff, presented their work.
Freiburger honored as part of Business Journal’s Women of Influence
The list includes prominent business and community leaders from throughout southeastern Wisconsin who are making the Milwaukee area a better place to live and work, according to the Business Journal.
Zilber faculty member selected for Fulbright award
Priya Nambisan, associate professor of biostatistics and health informatics at UWM, has been selected as a 2024 Fulbright U.S. Scholar for India. Her research focus will be on digital self-health management platforms for the aging population.
Forbes names UWM a top employer for diversity
UWM landed at No. 92 on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2024. More than 1,300 organizations were considered, with 500 making the final list.