SA President Alex Kostal resigned his office at the SA Senate meeting last night amid allegations of misconduct. The SA continues its mission and has introduced new reforms to ensure future accountability.
UW-System Budget Lapse: UWM Set to Lose $8.8 Million Over Two Years
UWM is certain to lose over $8.8 Million in funding over the next two years under a proposed "budget lapse". This will affect our Univerity negatively and disproportionately, and we urge students to contact their legislators and ask them to take a stand against this plan.
Student Commission Building Better Relationships With UWM Neighbors
The SA hosted a roundtable meeting with representatives from various neighborhoods in the area surrounding campus. Those in attendance from the community included residents from Murray Hill, Cambridge Woods, and representatives of the Eastside Milwaukee Community Council (EMCC). The purpose of the meeting was to improve on and maintain a working relationship between the UWM student body and the non-student community.
Board of Regents Approves Student Life Improvements at UWM
Starting this semester, students at The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) will enjoy refreshed student organization offices, expanded student life centers, and 700 spaces of free on-campus parking at the new Northwest Quadrant garage. The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents heard a presentation by student leaders at their July 15 meeting in Madison and approved the changes, which also include an expanded professional staff and a new Inclusive Excellence Center.
The Student Association has partnered with Student Assurance Services, Inc to bring discounted health insurance to UWM students. For more information about the policy and to apply, check out the Student Health Insurance page.
Shared Governance Application
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