Division of Student Affairs

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Connect. Prepare. Thrive.

Division of Student Affairs

Our mission is to create a vibrant community where students feel a sense of belonging, foster transformative learning opportunities beyond the classroom, and provide services that support student well-being, helping them thrive and succeed at UWM. With a team of 280 professional staff across 20+ departments and over 1,200 student employees, we are dedicated to supporting student success both during their time at UWM and in their future careers.

In addition to daily services, UWM Student Affairs uses student feedback, survey data, and best practices to identify areas for improvement and growth. Divisional leadership assembles multidisciplinary teams from various departments to implement projects and initiatives, which are regularly reviewed for progress and celebrated for their impact on the student experience.

22Departments & Resources
23,104Students Supported
1200Student Employees
280Professional Staff

Student Affairs Events & Activities

  • A man stands in front of a creek. The appalachian mountains can be seen in the distance
    Appalachian Adventure
    March 21, 2026 - March 28, 2026
    Klotsche Center (KC)
    3409 North Downer Ave.
    Milwaukee WI, 53211
  • Aerial shot of the Adirondacks. The hudson river runs through the middle of the photo and it is bordered by a large mountainside and lush green forest. Further mountain hills can be seen in the distance.
    Forever Wild in the Adirondacks
    March 22, 2026 - March 27, 2026
    Klotsche Center (KC)
    3409 North Downer Ave.
    Milwaukee WI, 53211
  • A close up of a medical tray. The tray is lined with blue medical paper, on top of the paper is a pill organizer that is organized by day of the week. You can only see the
    Ask a Nurse
    March 24, 2026, 9:00am - 11:00am
    Sandburg Residence Halls (SAN)
    3400 North Maryland Ave,
    Milwaukee WI, 53212
  • Yellow banner image. It reads
    Early Voting- MKE Residents
    March 24, 2026, 10:00am - 5:00pm
    Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts (ZEL)
    2419 East Kenwood Blvd
    Milwaukee WI, 53211
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Work with Us

UWM seeks team members who are committed to fostering collegiality, building student connections, championing equity and inclusion, and taking pride in their achievements. Are you ready to make a positive impact on students’ lives? If so, explore opportunities to join the UWM Student Affairs team!

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