University Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
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UWM Research Foundation awards $250K in grants for innovative scientific projects
The UWM Research Foundation has awarded $250,000 in Catalyst Grants to fund several innovative projects. These include identifying proteins for new drugs to treat triple-negative breast cancer, developing improved materials for solar cells, and creating a threat-modeling system to enhance cybersecurity in manufacturing.
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UWM welcomes over 3,900 students to campus for fall semester
A burst of new life and enthusiasm can be felt around the UWM campus this week, as more than 3,900 students began moving into Sandburg and three other residence halls.
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UWM Police welcome first K-9 officer – Ezmae
Ezmae, a 1-year-old golden retriever, has joined the UWM Police force as its first K-9 officer. She was sworn in at a ceremony with her handler, Officer Mindy Wucherer, at the UWM Student Union’s Fireside Lounge earlier this month.
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UWM's fostering success initiative aids independent students
Emerson Vassilew was struggling to figure out how to sign up for classes and apply for housing when she ended up at the registrar’s office. “And they said we have someone who can help you,” said the first-year studio arts major.
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Student body in Milwaukee County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year
Enrollment data for the 15 universities in Milwaukee County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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UWM continues Milwaukee Tuition Promise ensuring accessible education
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) will continue the Milwaukee Tuition Promise for incoming students in Fall 2025. The initiative ensures that eligible students can cover the full cost of tuition for up to four years.
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Milwaukee County awards $12,950,915 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023
Milwaukee County's seven universities paid $12,950,915 in athletically related financial aid in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Milwaukee County's institutions spent $30,142,257 on basketball teams in 2023
Milwaukee County's basketball collegiate teams received $30,142,257 in funding for the 2023 season.
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University raises record $46.3M through donations
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has announced its highest fundraising year in the history of the university. Between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024, more than 5,000 donors contributed a total of $46.3 million to the UWM Foundation, which supports UWM. The previous record was set in 2018 with $38.6 million.
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From The Sconi
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee listed among least affordable Wisconsin institutions for in-state students in 2023
College costs for in-state students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, in Milwaukee, were $10,020 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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UWM baseball player Owen Rice selected by St. Louis Cardinals
For a third consecutive year, a UWM player has been chosen in the Major League Baseball draft.
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UWM student-athletes achieve high GPAs amid rigorous athletic schedules
UWM student athletes excel both on and off the field.
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Milwaukee County's women's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023
Women's football teams from Milwaukee County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.
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Milwaukee County's men's football teams receive $493,638 in 2023
Men's football teams from Milwaukee County received $493,638 during the 2023 season, up 7% from the previous year.
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Chancellor Mark Mone announces final year at UWM before returning to teaching
Chancellor Mark Mone has announced his decision to step down from his role at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and return to teaching after the Spring 2025 semester. In a message shared with the UWM community, Mone expressed that this timing allows for a smooth transition to new leadership.
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UWM hurdler advances to semifinals but misses out on Olympic team
UWM track and field athlete Natalie Block advanced to the semifinals of the 100-meter hurdles in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials but did not make the squad for the Summer Games in Paris.
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UWM hurdler aims for spot on U.S. Olympic team
One of UWM’s most decorated athletes is competing this weekend with the shot of a lifetime – a chance to make the U.S. Olympic team.
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UWM expands partnership with Moraine Park Technical College
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) will introduce nearly 50 new program pathways with Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC), ensuring MPTC students can seamlessly continue their education at UWM with junior status. UWM Chancellor Mark Mone, UWM Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Andrew Daire, MPTC President Bonnie Baerwald, and MPTC Vice President of Teaching and Learning Doug Hamm signed 49 articulation agreements at MPTC’s campus in West Bend on Wednesday.
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Milwaukee County's universities spent $493,638 on football teams in 2023
Milwaukee County's seven colleges spent $493,638 on their football teams in 2023, a 7% increase over the previous year.
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UWM emphasizes undergraduate involvement in diverse research projects
Providing opportunities for undergraduates—not just graduate students—to do research is an important part of UWM’s mission. Whether students are interested in science, engineering, the humanities, or art, UWM’s Office of Undergraduate Research supports over 500 undergrads every year to engage in research collaborations with faculty.