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National Student Employment Week

Every April, events and friendly competition celebrate student workers.

This week is all about fun and professional development through engaging challenges. The team that completes the most challenges earns the most points—and takes home the Panthers at Work Cup. Teams can earn points by posting their groups participation photos to PanthersConnect. From dodgeball and badminton to free food, career resources, and community service, there’s something for everyone!

Participation Options

Individual Student Sign-Up
Open to all UWM students, whether or not currently employed.
How to sign up: Register through the event platform.
Points: No points earned, no competition for Panthers at Work Cup.
Team Sign-Up
Who can sign up: Students register their teams of student employees.
Competition: Teams compete for the Panthers at Work Cup by earning points.

Steps for Teams to Participate

  1. Students sign up their team
  2. Join PanthersConnect
  3. Join our group, UW-Milwaukee Student & Alumni Employees
  4. Attend events/do things. Take one photo. 
  5. Upload that photo to our group on Panthers Connect – UW-Milwaukee Student & Alumni Employees. Earn points!
The Office of Sustainability with the Panthers at Work Cup in 2026.
The Office of Sustainability with the Panthers at Work Cup in 2026.