Campus & Community
UWM students raise money for MPS school libraries
Elementary school libraries are vital. But keeping them stocked with books and other resources can be challenging, especially in times when budgets are tight.
Mayor, county executive join M-Cubed leaders to urge high school students to fill out FAFSA
The window for students to start filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2023-24 school year opened Oct. 1.
How students will benefit from UWM school and college realignment
UWM students should benefit from more access to advisors, more flexibility in course selection and a wider range of learning and research opportunities as a result of a realignment of some schools and colleges at the university.
‘Telling Our Stories’: UWM’s history of diversity debuts
A standing-room-only and very diverse crowd was on hand Tuesday for the launch of a new history book that highlights how UWM became a diverse campus over the past six-plus decades.
UWM students tell governor what issues they care about
About 30 students participated in a roundtable discussion Tuesday with Gov. Tony Evers, who also toured the campus with Chancellor Mark Mone and talked with more students.
Event to launch new book about the history of diversity at UWM
“Telling Our Stories: A History of Diversity at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 1956-2022” traces UWM’s growth over the past six-plus decades.
Students surprised and honored by vice president visit
For Javier Retana Jr., the chance to meet and talk to the vice president of the United States was an honor and a chance to represent the Latino community.
New to college? UWM experts offer tips for first-year students
Freshman year can be both an exciting and stressful time for newcomers, but there are plenty of resources available to help them get acclimated to college life. Here, three UWM experts offer some advice.
Campus Safety Week to focus on prevention, building trust
UWM will kick off its annual Campus Safety Week Sept. 19 on Spaights Plaza, with an emphasis on prevention and strengthening community trust.
UWM soccer star fulfills dream with pro contract in Italy
One of the best women’s soccer players in UWM history continued her career in one of history’s great soccer nations. Elaina LaMacchia signed a professional contract with Pink Bari CF, which spent its most recent season playing in Italy’s second-tier national league.