International Students – Why You Should Wait to Move Off-Campus
If you are able, it is best to live in campus housing for a semester or even year before searching for rentals in the surrounding community.
If you are able, it is best to live in campus housing for a semester or even year before searching for rentals in the surrounding community.
The very first step we recommend international students take before searching for housing is to secure guest housing with UWM. Guest housing provides you with a guaranteed temporary living space while you search for more long-term housing around the UWM… Read More
Milwaukee in Photos Check out some views of the area ready for your exploring! Restaurant Map There are many great restaurants in the UWM area with food options ranging from burgers and fries to Japanese cuisine. Every Day Needs Map… Read More
Google Maps is a great way to get directions for walking, biking, driving and public transit! Bublr Bikes at UWM Rent a bike to ride around the city! Milwaukee County Transit System Ride any MCTS bus free with your M-Card… Read More
Put unwanted items to good use through one of the services below: PantherCycle PantherCycle is an opportunity for students living on and off-campus to give away unwanted household furniture, decorations, clothes, etc (see guidelines for acceptable items). We encourage students… Read More
Garbage Removal and Recycling Garbage Collection – You can view your next scheduled garbage collection day by entering in your current address at the following website: http://city.milwaukee.gov/mpw/divisions/operations/environmental/sanitation/GarbageRecyclingSchedules.htm#.WcPQDHaGOUk. Milwaukee’s Recycling Program Visit the Milwaukee Recycles website at http://city.milwaukee.gov/recycles for more ideas on… Read More
Information about how to purchase permits online and which permits include overnight parking is listed on the transportation services rates page.
You can use the Neighborhood Housing Office’s Listing Service to find paid parking spots around campus advertised by landlords.
There are a large number of Bublr Bikes stations on campus and around Milwaukee. UWM students may purchase a Bublr permit for $20.00 annually. You may also choose to bring your own bike to campus. In this case, make sure… Read More
The Prowl Line is an alternative to the city bus system that provides services from UPASS Lots and residence halls to campus. The Prowl Line is accessible to all UWM students. Find more information on the Prowl Line here.