Campus & Community
Lee donation creates fund for history, government books at UWM library
Mordecai Lee, UWM professor emeritus, has made a generous donation to the UWM Libraries to create a named fund to acquire books on the subjects of U.S. history, American government, public administration and Jewish studies.
Award affirms UWM’s commitment to educating and welcoming veterans
UWM is one of the 10 best colleges and universities in the country when it comes to educating and fostering welcoming environments for students currently or formerly in the military.
Transit, partnerships are among community needs voiced at Waukesha roundtable
The UWM at Waukesha discussion was the latest in a series of listening sessions that UW System President Tommy Thompson is holding at UW campuses as he winds down his tenure as interim president.
Whether in college or about to start, FAFSA and financial planning are key
A key date is approaching for students looking for help to pay for college tuition this fall. And for UWM seniors scheduled to graduate in May, it’s time to start thinking about financial planning after earning their diploma, too.
African Diaspora Council holds silent auction to raise scholarship funds
The UWM African Diaspora Council is holding an online auction to raise scholarship funds and increase the graduation rate of Black students.
Regents approve UWM school and college realignment plan
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents has approved UWM’s plan to merge eight schools and colleges at the university into four new colleges.
Webcam shows live views of new chemistry building project
The webcam, which sits atop the Engineering and Mathematical Sciences building, automatically refreshes every five minutes.
Regents to consider UWM school and college realignment plan
Eight schools or colleges at UWM would merge to form four new colleges in a proposal expected to be reviewed this week by the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents.
UWM grad student’s “Jeopardy!” appearance is a dream come true
Engineering student Avinash Rejendra had always wanted to appear on his favorite game show. Finally, he got the chance.
Ground broken for new chemistry building
UWM broke some very frozen ground on Wednesday, taking the first concrete step toward a new chemistry building. The new four-story, 163,400-square-foot building will replace one built in 1972.