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Welcome!

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.

Sessions

Honors College Welcome & Overview – Honors students and guests only

8:15 a.m.

Wisconsin Room – Union Second Floor

Welcome & Overview

9 a.m.

Student Union Ballroom

College Finances

9:10 a.m.

Welcome Location: Student Union Ballroom or Wisconsin Room

Supporting Your Student’s Transition to College

9:40 a.m.

Student Union Ballroom

Housing and Commuting Panels

10:30 a.m.

  • Student Union Ballroom
    • Features University Housing and Dining
  • Wisconsin Room – Union Second Floor
    • Features Transportation Services and Off-Campus Resource Center
What to Expect from Advising & Course Enrollment

11:30 a.m.

Wisconsin Room – Union Second Floor

Health & Safety Panel with Lunch

12:15 p.m.

  • Wisconsin Room – Union Second Floor
    • Features UWM Police, Dean of Students, Student Health and Wellness, Title IX
Afternoon Session Overview and Important Student Next Steps

1:15 p.m.

  • Wisconsin Room – Union Second Floor
    • Review afternoon session options
    • Overview of your student’s next steps in the onboarding process after Orientation
Choose Your Own Adventure | Afternoon Sessions

1:45 – 3:30 p.m.

Lubar Hall

Explore your interests! Select one presentation per session from the following options:

  • Session 1 (1:45 – 2:00 p.m.)
    • Inside the Classroom – Lubar Hall N140
    • On-Campus Student Employment – 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
    • Planetarium Show – UWM Planetarium
  • Session 2 (2:10 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
    • Inside the Classroom – Lubar Hall N140
    • On-Campus Student Employment – Lubar Hall S151
    • Military and Education Benefits – Lubar Hall N146 (no session on 6/11 and 6/23)
  • Session 3 (2:35 – 2:55 p.m.)
    • Life as a Panther Panel – Lubar Hall S151
    • Experiential Learning at UWM – Lubar Hall N140
    • Learn more about the Honors College (open to all) – Lubar Hall N146
    • Planetarium Show – UWM Planetarium
  • Session 4 (3:00 – 3:20 p.m.)
    • Life as a Panther Panel – Lubar Hall S151
    • Experiential Learning at UWM – Lubar Hall N140
    • A guide to UWM’s Technology – Lubar Hall N146
Next Steps & Services

3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Various locations throughout the First Floor of the Union

  • Reunite with students near the Flour Shop
  • Complete student next steps and connect with resources across campus
    • Panthershop
    • Student Experience and Talent (on-campus jobs, internships, service learning, etc.)
    • PantherCard office
    • Student Financial Services
    • UW Credit Union
    • Dining for on campus employment opportunities and dietary support
    • Transportation Services
    • Off-Campus Resource Center
    • Accessibility Resource Center (Union 119)
    • University Housing
    • Military and Education Benefits Office
    • FitWell
    • Office of Undergraduate Research
  • Campus and Sandburg Hall Tours (tours depart on demand)
South Campus Tour at 5:00 p.m. (optional)

Tour includes Riverview and Cambridge Residence Halls. Sign up by 4:30 p.m.

Checklist

Complete the following items before leaving campus:

  1. Take a Campus Tour

  2. Confirm Next Steps with Your Student

    Complete steps at “Next Step Support” with resources

  3. Access the Panther Family Portal

    Access the Panther Family Portal at uwm.edu/family

  4. Confirm Military/Veteran Benefits

  5. Gear Up at the Panthershop

    Open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and don’t forget your coupon

  6. Provide Feedback on your Orientation Experience

  7. Take a Tour of South Campus Residence Halls

    Tours begin at 5 p.m. at Riverview. Register before 4:30 p.m.