The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s strong history and commitment to programs that encourage excellence and enhance student learning is exemplified in several different ways.

Student Surveys
Several ongoing surveys at UWM evaluate the student experience including the annual Senior Survey, NSSE, and the American Freshman.

Access to Success
Evaluation of student participation in the array of services offered by UWM allows for constant assessment of the learning environment and how we can enhance current programming to meet student needs.

Learning Communities
Helping students learn, study, and grow as part of a small community within UWM’s larger University setting.

First Year Center
The one stop shop where students can find all the information about valuable resources on campus.

Freshman Seminars and First Year Transition Courses
Courses designed to challenge a student’s intellectual curiosity and ability.

Enhanced Learning/Research Opportunities
From the Honors College to Business Scholars Program to the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program, UWM provides a wide range of research experiences for undergraduate students.

Center for International Education
Supports internationally-focused scholarship and welcomes campus-wide involvement in overseas and on-campus academic programs, conferences and lectures, publications, public programs and advisory committees.

Support Services

Academic Advising
Tutoring and Resource Center
Multicultural Student Center and Student Support Offices
Writing Center

Center for Instructional & Professional Development
Dedicated to excellence in instruction at UWM – better teaching and learning.

UWM’s Assessment Council and the Office of Assessment and Institutional Research
Bring rigor to our ongoing efforts to improve the quality of teaching and student learning at UWM.

Learning Technology Center
Consultations, workshops and individual support to help instructors become independent users and developers of e-learning resources.