Students
UWM welcomes largest freshman class since 2009
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is celebrating a major enrollment milestone this fall, welcoming 3,871 first-year students to campus — an 11% increase over last year and the highest freshman enrollment since 2009.
For 3 decades, study abroad program has allowed students to immerse themselves in Irish
Students find value in learning and living with an ancient language and rich culture during the annual three-week trip.
New Osher initiative allows grad students to present research in an accessible way
In the new initiative, UWM grad students create two- and three-session classes to present their research to adults of all ages and backgrounds interested in continuing to learn for the joy of learning.
One year, three continents: UWM student makes the most of studying abroad
Callie Ylvisaker did something no one else has ever done: She completed all three study abroad programs offered by the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at UWM, all within a calendar year.
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.
UWM students jump-start careers before graduation
UWM students aren’t waiting for graduation to launch their careers. With full-time job offers already in hand, these soon-to-be grads are making early strides in their professional journeys.
275 students present work at 17th Undergraduate Research Symposium
UWM’s annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, now in its 17th year, highlights the collaborative efforts of undergraduate students with faculty and staff across all schools and colleges at UWM.
Students help staff member in need
Lots of people – maybe most people – might have just kept walking when they saw a woman fall. But three UWM students didn’t. They stopped to help.
UWM students launch careers before graduation
UWM students are setting their sights high, and many are turning those dreams into reality even before they don their caps and gowns.
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.