Welcome to New Student Orientation
We’re thrilled to have you on this adventure with us! Today is all about helping you support your student’s success. This agenda guides you through sessions made for supporters like you, with insights on academics, student life, and how to cheer on your Panther every step of the way.
Stay curious, ask your questions and feel the pride of joining our community.
Orientation Information Page
Orientation Sessions
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9 a.m.
Wisconsin Room B – Union Second Floor
9:15 a.m.
Wisconsin Room B – Union Second Floor
9:40
Wisconsin Room B – Union Second Floor
10:30 a.m.
Wisconsin Room B – Union Second Floor
11:15 a.m.
Wisconsin Room B – Union Secodn Floor
Features UWM Police, Dean of Students, Student Health and Wellness, Title IX
12:15 p.m.
Union 240 – Union Second Floor
Features University Housing and Dining
Wisconsin Room A – Union Second Floor
Features Transportation Services and off-Campus Resource Center
1:15 – 2:45 p.m.
Lubar Hall
Explore your interests! Select one presentation per session from the following options:
Session 1 (1:15 – 1:40 p.m.)
Life as a Panther Panel – Lubar Hall S151
On-Campus Student Employment – Lubar Hall N140
Planetarium Show – UWM Planetarium
Session 2 (1:45 – 2:10 p.m.)
Life as a Panther Panel – Lubar Hall S151
Inside the Classroom – Lubar Hall N140
Experiential Learning at UWM – Lubar Hall N146
Session 3 (2:15 – 2:40 p.m.)
Guide to UWM’s Technology – Lubar Hall S151
Top Money Tops for Parents with UW Credit Union – Lubar Hall N146
Learn 10 essential money tips covering student loans, FAFSA, credit scores and banking on campus from UW Credit Union
3 – 4 p.m.
Union Ballroom – Union First Floor
Reunite with students
Complete student next steps and connect with resources across campus
Campus and Sandburg Hall Tours (tours depart at 3 and 3:30 p.m.)
Tour includes Riverview and Cambridge Residence Halls. Sign up by 3:30 p.m.
Orientation Checklist
Complete the following items before leaving Orientation
Take a Campus Tour Confirm Next Steps with Your Student Complete steps at “Next Step Support” with resources
Confirm Military/Veteran Benefits Gear Up at the Panthershop Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and don’t forget your coupon
Provide Feedback on your Orientation Experience Take a Tour of South Campus Residence Halls Tours depart at 4 p.m. at Riverview. Register before 3:30 p.m.
