
Microsoft Outlook Online is a web-based email and calendar application included in the Microsoft 365 suite licensed to students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM). It provides access to university email, calendars, contacts, and task management tools directly through a web browser, allowing users to stay connected from any device with an internet connection. Outlook Online supports features such as email organization, scheduling meetings, shared calendars, and integration with other Microsoft 365 apps like Teams and OneDrive, enhancing communication and collaboration across campus. As part of UWM’s Microsoft 365 environment, Outlook Online ensures secure, reliable access to university communications while keeping data synchronized and up to date.
Features
- Email Management and Focused Inbox – Organize incoming messages with tools like Focused Inbox, folders, and rules, helping UWM staff prioritize important communications and reduce clutter.
- Integrated Calendar Scheduling – Schedule meetings, view colleagues’ availability, and manage room bookings, making it easier for staff to coordinate appointments and campus events.
- Seamless Integration with Microsoft 365 – Connect with Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint to share files, join meetings, and collaborate directly from within Outlook Online.
- Accessible Anywhere via Web Browser – Access email, calendars, and contacts from any device without installing software, supporting flexible work for UWM staff on or off campus.
- Search and Organization Tools – Quickly locate emails, attachments, and contacts using powerful search features, saving time when retrieving important information.
- Task and To-Do Integration – Convert emails into tasks and manage to-do lists, helping staff stay organized and keep track of responsibilities across projects and communications.
Available To
Faculty, staff, and students
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- Outlook Help & Learning
- Outlook Blog
- Outlook Tech Community
- LinkedIn Learning Library Outlook Courses
- YouTube Videos on Outlook
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Outlook Online Client
- Getting Started with Outlook Web App
- Learn More About Outlook on the Web
- Get Help with Outlook on the Web
Outlook Desktop Client
- Outlook Quick Start
- Create and Send Email in Outlook
- Manage Calendars and Contacts in Outlook
- Outlook Training