All printing using University/state funds, whether produced internally or externally, must be ordered through Print & Copy Service’s printing services area.
Printing Services runs a full-service in-house print shop located in the USR building, at 115 E. Reindl Way, about two miles west of campus, north of Capitol Drive.
Services Provided
Consultation
Print specialists coordinate all print jobs for UWM and can provide assistance with the selection of paper, layout, size, price estimates, etc. Contact a print specialist before you begin your project to help ensure the final product will meet your needs, time constraints, and budget.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design services are available to meet your needs. For comprehensive design, from concept through final design, you may also contact Marketing & Communications, Integrated Marketing & Communications.
Pre-Press
A pre-press expert is available to provide information about preparing your files to ensure your furnished files print properly.
Offset & Digital Full Color Printing
Print & Copy Services offers full-color digital & offset printing to produce print efficiently and economically.
Full Bindery
Full bindery services including:
• collating
• perfect binding (soft-cover books)
• saddle-stitching
• folding
• die cutting
Wide-Format Poster Printing, Mounting, Laminating
Brilliant full-color wide-format poster printing is available up to 44” wide in any length. Corollary services provided include mounting to foam core and laminating.
Wide-Format Sign & Banner Printing
Wide format sign and banner printing using eco-friendly latex ink are available to produce items to 60″ wide by any length. Indoor/outdoor banners, window clings, fabric posters, wall and floor graphics, vinyl stickers, and contour cutting are some of the items available.
External Print Buying
Printing that cannot be produced in-house will be done externally, either via state/local contracts or via the bidding process. A print specialist will determine if the job should be produced externally and will make all the necessary arrangements and contact the appropriate vendor(s) to produce external jobs.
Delivery
Your print job will be delivered to the destination indicated on your order. If you prefer, you may pick up your finished job at Mitchell B31 or off-campus at USR 158.
Production Time
Turnaround time is based on job type and quantities. Digital and wide-format printing is typically 2-3 business days. Offset printing is approximately 1 week. Please contact a print specialist for specific turnaround times.
Billing Statements
Billing statements, which list each job number and its charges, are shared monthly with Unit Business Representatives. All printing will be charged to the internal billing number you provide on the order form.