News from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Christiana Ibiwoye knew she wanted to pursue a career working with children. Her experience working with two nonprofits helped her land her dream job even before graduating from UWM in May.
Mike Clark, who earned a doctorate from UWM, has been providing psychological services to athletes ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, and will continue doing so during and afterward.
UWM has announced its highest fundraising year in the history of the university. More than 5,000 donors gave a total of $46.1 million to the UWM Foundation, which supports UWM. The previous record, set in 2018, was $38.6 million.
The work of Peck grad Sarah McGinnis can be found on Kleenex boxes and showcased in Target stores nationwide. For McGinnis, it’s a project that not only touches the lives of others but also reflects her own journey with mental health.
Owen Rice, a pitcher, was chosen in the 20th round on Tuesday by the St. Louis Cardinals, becoming the 26th UWM player selected by a Major League organization in program history.
Brice Christianson is being honored with the Stuart Scott ENSPIRE award, which will be presented July 10 in Hollywood, and featured July 11 on ESPN programming as part of the 2024 ESPYs.
Chancellor Mark Mone announced today that he is stepping down as chancellor of UWM, effective July 1, 2025, and returning to his professorship with the Lubar College of Business.
Six alumnae of UW-Milwaukee have been chosen by the Milwaukee Business Journal as winners of the 2024 Women of Influence Awards.
Daniel Murphy collaborated with the founder of Neutral Milk Hotel to create a boxed set of the band’s works, a project that drew recognition from music’s most prestigious award-giving organization.
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.
