I have come to find out that UW Milwaukee has sold out of parking passes. I understand that the U-Park is an option, though the U Park is further away from my home than the university itself is and I don't want to deal with the hassle of having to take the bus to campus. Are there any cheap, or free, parking spots that are relatively close to the engineering building?

I will be graduating in May 2027, as a business major. I’m curious from other business students who have already graduated and went thru the experience of searching for a full time job; When do Milwaukee companies start hiring before graduation? I’ve heard people say to be prepared as soon as fall but that seems like overkill imo. Just looking for some real advice!

Not an everyday visitor, but I want to park my motorcycle when I get there. I don't have a permit as that does not seem worth the cost, but I can't even find a spot. The lot by the soccer field has no motorcycle spots, nor does the one at Englemann.

This is the first (and possibly last) post I've made on here. I usually lurk, but every now and then I like to comment helpful advice. I haven't included any identifying information, but it's also related to mostly me and I don't really talk about me.

I transferred to UWM and have had an unconventional experience from the start, so I thought that this sub might make me feel like I'm not alone in the struggle. Instead, I found myself feeling more alone than ever before.

When I enrolled to UWM, I had just moved to Wisconsin from the East Coast. To make a long story short, the semester I was enrolling in had me listed as a resident because I had already been living in Wisconsin for a year. Shortly before the semester started, they decided to change this status to out-of-state, which meant I would pay thousands of dollars more. I was lucky enough to have a screenshot of my acceptance letter that listed me as a resident because this was the only thing that saved me from paying out-of-state tuition. Whatever, shit happens!

But this was really just the start of my experience as an adult student that transferred to UWM.

I guess I'm writing about it because just two weeks ago (barely, it was really 10 days ago), I found out that I needed to file a second SAP appeal. My first appeal was due to me transferring and not all my credits being accepted, which meant I would be graduating later than expected. My second appeal is due to a credit miscalculation that my advisor or financial aid counselor made. I have to go through the entire appeal process before my semester starts or I just have to pay it all out of pocket. I might have to do that anyways because I have no documentation for someone else's error and it's not like they'll rat themselves out.

I've been a great student otherwise, so this situation came out of nowhere. I don't get straight As, but there has been nothing on my file that indicated I would have to file a second appeal. They just told me that the credits were wrong and that I need to file an appeal before the end of my first week back.

This isn't really my only gripe, but it's kinda funny that I start and end my UWM journey in the financial throes of it.

I've had terrible experiences with professors, counseling, and (obviously) the financial aid office. I get that it's a 'big' school, but what's the deal? Half the time, it feels like no one wants to be here. Which is fine, I don't want to be at my job either, but I'm not going to make it a nightmare for the students I work with. The amount of meetings, emails, and phone calls I've made to UWM staff is just a bit nauseating. I know people that have gone through multiple semesters before having an issue that requires them to meet with counselors/advisors/staff. Is it just a me problem? I have a degree from a different school, and I never had issues like these before. Is it because I transferred?

This is my last semester at UWM and I'm really happy about it. There is no UWM alumni pride. There's just a hint of fear that they're going to tell me I can't actually graduate this semester because of something.

Anyways! Moral of the story is to be ready to advocate for yourself lol!

so I waited a bit too long to buy a parking pass this year, but ill be going to school physically only 3 days a week. 2 days are for 4 hours and one day is for an hour and a half. i know the upark is an option but i dont know how it works exactly, if you have experience with it please let me know step by step what to do because it gives me anxiety lol. I know that theres some off-campus parking but its certainly a gamble, especially because I commute from out of state so not really sure how that works either. I just was wondering if anyone had advice/other options that don't require me to walk 20 minutes to campus..even if I have to arrive to campus earlier, I just don't know when parking gets packed really. I was thinking of adding money to my panthercard for the garages temporarily but I know the campus fills up so quick especially during the first month or two of the semester.

For context, my classes take places Tues + Thurs from 10am-1pm and Friday from 11:30am-1pm.

Anyways please help a friend out because I am stressing :( I appreciate any advice or tips. Thank you

Hi, I’m enrolling in a graduate program at UWM this spring and I’m in a pretty unique situation health insurance wise. I’m a Tricare dependent, which, unlike every other insurance provider that dependent coverage goes to 26, ends coverage at 23 (unless you jump through hoops and renew to a much more expensive plan until 26) and I turn 23 this December.

I’m interested in getting my insurance through UWM, but I can’t seem to find any info about it? A thread from a couple years ago says they no longer offer to students, but international students still seem to be covered? I’m planning to call office for advice if nobody here can point me in the right direction.

I’m trying to get this figured out in advance since I have quite a few health issues/medications so health insurance isn’t an option to put off to decide if I have to shop the marketplace or try the Tricare til 26 gambit.

ETA: I am fully online and live out of state so I’m unsure if Wisconsin resident insurance plans will apply to me since my address isn’t in WI.

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Hi everyone!

Hey everyone! I’m currently taking on a few more tutoring students at UWM and Marquette. I’m also considerably cheaper than most tutoring companies, because I’d rather keep this affordable for students than charge corporate tutoring rates.

If your science class is starting to feel like the professor skipped three steps and somehow expects you to know what happened in between, that’s usually where I come in.

I’m currently taking on students for tutoring in:

• General Biology I & II
• Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• General Chemistry I & II
• Related molecular / biomedical science courses

I’ve spent the past 5 years teaching and tutoring college students in Wisconsin, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, including several years teaching undergraduate biology labs.

My background includes:
• A.S. in Biological Studies
• B.S. in Genetics
• M.S. in Genetics
• Current PhD student in Physiology and Molecular Biology

My goal is to make complicated material actually make sense. I focus much more on helping you understand why something works than on having you memorize 47 disconnected facts and hope for the best.

I can help with:
• Exam and quiz prep
• Difficult concepts
• Practice problems
• Catching up if you’ve fallen behind
• Reviewing material from previous classes
• Figuring out better ways to study for science-heavy courses

I use diagrams, real-world examples, practice questions, and plain-language explanations instead of adding even more jargon to whatever your lecture already threw at you.

My tutoring style has been described as engaging, straightforward, entertaining, and a little unhinged in the best possible way. I’m pretty laid-back, but I’ll also tell you when you’re making something way more complicated than it needs to be.

I’m based in the Milwaukee area and can work with students from UWM, Marquette, and nearby colleges.

💲 Rates are reasonable and negotiable.

Feel free to message me with your school, course, and what you’re struggling with, and we can figure out what would be most helpful.

Imagined conversation:

Milwaukee DPW: You may have heard of our High Impact Paving program! We are going to re-do Hartford Ave. and we were wondering, when would be the worst possible time to kick this project into high gear?

UWMilwaukee: If you're talking about the highest negative impact, that would be late August, move-in days, into September, the beginning of fall semester.

Milwaukee DPW: We'll see you then!

UWMilwaukee: Wait - what about June & July? Campus is very quiet then and the disruption would be minimal.

Milwaukee DPW: OK thanks again! We'll see you in late August!

My move in day is in a coming up and I was wondering if on that day, do you just unpack your things and leave, or do you stay and officially move in that day? Is your assigned move-in date the day you’re expected to start living in the dorm, or can you move your things in and come back another day?

Anyone on here doing or done the RN to BSN with the flex path option through UW Milwaukee flex path? Just wanting some feedback on your experience?
I have applied to the program for October and sent my transcripts. Just wondering what I’m in for.

Hi everyone, I'm the volunteer in charge of this (free!) event and wanted to make you aware of our hackathon in Chicago. Every year we have some UWMilwaukee students come and our location is right downtown a couple blocks from bus and Amtrak terminals. And we're open overnight. A couple details:

• Our host, 1871, has room for 300 people.  If you want to be at the hackathon please sign up for the in-person option even if there is a large waitlist.  Given the rate of no-shows and cancellations, we expect to offer spots to several hundred people from the waiting list.  We may explore some overflow space nearby if demand warrants it.
• There is a new theme and the hackathon has moved within NASA to Citizen Science. This year’s challenges may be used to get the next man or woman to the moon and beyond.  
• We know that the job market is difficult this year, and we're doing our best to make sure that this is a great opportunity to network.  So far we have Microsoft,, CBOE Global Markets, and Optiver as sponsors and are actively working to bring in a couple other companies that are hiring.
• We’ll have a cash prize

NASA Space Apps Challenge Chicago in Partnership with CIERA-Northwestern and 1871

Date: November 14-15, 2026
Where: 111 North Canal Street, hosted by 1871, Chicago’s largest innovation hub. We will be open overnight.
Cost: Free

What is it exactly:

• NASA Space Apps is the world's largest hackathon, occurring in 500+ locations.  This is a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise in the exciting domain of space science, learn from faculty at our host institution, CIERA (https://ciera.northwestern.edu/), and connect with like-minded students and professionals who share your passion.
• Come with a team or we'll help you form one there. You'll work for two days on a problem provided by NASA and present your solution in front of a panel of judges on November 15th.
• This year’s theme is The Next Frontier.  Join us to develop tools that benefit humanity and contribute to the science and technology propelling us to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

Who is it for:

• Anyone with an interest in space and science. With support from experienced technical and subject matter experts, it’s a great opportunity for those participating in a hackathon for the first time.
• Data and Computer Science students, engineers, or any students who are looking for a chance to solve real world problems with real world data provided by NASA and partner space agencies
• Students who are looking for a chance to add something interesting to their portfolios and do something different and exciting

What else is in it for students:

• Take home some cool swag!
• Food will be provided — no need to bring your own
• Network with professionals from companies like Optiver, CBOE Global Markets, Microsoft, Google, and more. They'll be recruiting, judging, and mentoring at the event. 
• This global competition is your opportunity to showcase your skills and ideas to a wide-reaching, influential audience. 
• Registration link : https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/2026/local-events/chicago/

Hi, has anyone taken CHEM 102 in the summer? If so do you recommend it or would it be better to take during the school year. Any insight is appreciated.

Hello I'm currently looking for a cheap apartment studio or 1 bedroom but I can't seem to find any that doesn't require 3x monthly rent to apply. I tried looking on the UWM apartments website but it seems like most of the available cheap ones are all in dangerous areas ig? Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Ask questions, look for UWM roommates, sell your Xbox, etc.

Potentially stupid question but want to check before purchasing and can't find info in the housing site or handbook: is hanging a shower organizer rack on the shower head in Sandburg allowed anyone know? Thanks in advance!

I am commuting to the school and was wondering if there was a lot that was more convenient in some way to park my car. Are all of the lots equally safe, should I worry about theft, and are certain lots generally more empty than others?

I’m going into early childhood education. I’m a freshman and everyone says once I start doing classes that are more closely related to the field, I want to be in. It’s not gonna be very difficult. Are they right or are they just underestimating the course work or are these people just like really smart I’m kind of scared but I can do basic math and read and I can work well with children, but there’s a lot more to it than just that and I don’t really know what I’m getting myself into.

Also, I have some more questions
• is it hard to change your major?
• I move in before my roommate does should I reach out to them?
• how common is sexual assault? I keep seeing TikTok’s and people keep telling me to be careful. My friend gave me a taser and pepper spray because she heard that the most sexual assaults happen within the first two months.
• do I have to get an on campus job if I get a job?
• can we have sleepovers with other students?
• Are there fraternities or/and sororities?
• is there a theater club?
• do we get a Thanksgiving break?
• Someone told me that while she was going to UWM there were constantly orgies happening in the Riverside dorms. Please tell me that is not true.

Any advice at all would be helpful. I understand some of my questions are kind of stupid, but I’m just worried about everything and figured social media is the best way to have my questions answered.

I was recently thinking about attending UWM for animation major but I keep seeing that Milwaukee isn't a safe place and is very dangerous also saw what happened at State Fair last week so is Milwaukee really that bad 😅

Hii! I'm looking to apply soon once some FASFA stuff is done and I was wondering if anyone knew how to look for scholarships and 'cheat' the system. My boyfriend says that the counslers don't help much and it's better if I get in-the-know from someone who has gone to UWM.

I wanna pursue MLIS overall but I believe that would be after my general degree. :) I'm also wondering how the dorms are? I was thinking about moving a few months beforehand to the shorewood area but between waiting on my pay stubs from my new job and the mess of housing vouchers I'm just waiting for time to do it's thing.

Feel free to message! Would love to know more about UWM in general also!

Just looking for any feedback and experiences from people who have gone through the UWM program. What the classes were like, their rigor, what you liked and disliked, and how long the program took you to complete. I would personally be transferring in the max amount of credits from an associates degree and relevant additional credits.

I’m starting this fall and feeling a little nervous, just wondering if there’s anything that you wish you would’ve known as a freshman?