Schools News
Forbes names UWM a top employer for diversity
UW-Milwaukee has been named as one of the country’s top employers for diversity. According to Chancellor Mark Mone, "Our inclusion in Forbes’ prestigious list is a proud moment for UWM and serves as a reminder of the importance of our diversity efforts." The university ranked at No. 92 on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2024, with more than 1,300 organizations considered and 500 making the final list. UWM was the only educational institution in Wisconsin to make the list.Makda Fessahaye, UWM associate vice chancellor and chief human resources...
Milwaukee Direct Admit Streamlines College Applications for MPS Students
Milwaukee, Apr 25 2024 - High school juniors attending any MPS school can now simplify their college application process by utilizing Milwaukee Direct Admit, an initiative that allows them to apply to Milwaukee’s two largest colleges in less than five minutes at no cost.The initiative is part of the M3 partnership, a collaboration between Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) aimed at transforming the future of education in Milwaukee.Milwaukee Direct Admit streamlines the application...