UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies

08/27/2026

Drop-In Advising: Fall 2026

Our advisors are here to answer your start-of-the-semester questions! Stop by the CCEP Advising Office on the following dates for an advising session—no appointment needed!

🗓️ August 31, September 1-4, September 8-9
⏱️ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 CCEP Advising Office - NWQD 3rd Floor – Follow signs for green elevators!

07/22/2026

Now Hiring: Outreach Program Manager at UW–Milwaukee!

Are you passionate about building community connections? The College of Community Engagement & Professions is seeking an Outreach Program Manager to lead initiatives that strengthen partnerships, expand engagement, and support UWM’s mission of excellence in education and service.
Learn more at UWM jobs (link in comments)

07/07/2026

Congratulations, Georgia!!

We here at the AGSL are delighted to announce that Georgia Brown has been appointed the new head of the American Geographical Society Library! 💐💐💐
Starting her journey as a graduate intern at the AGSL in 2018, Georgia then served as the public services librarian beginning in 2020 and has been the interim head of the AGSL since October 2025. Hailing from Tennessee, where she received an Bachelor's in history, Georgia is a proud panther alum, having received a Master of Library and Information Science, as well as a Master of Arts in History from UWM in 2020.
Georgia brings with her a variety of academic and professional recognitions, an impressive track record of subject matter expertise, exceptional user services, experience with the media, and scholarship and professional service as well as extensive involvement in the cartographic community.
Georgia has been an invaluable part of the AGSL for the past eight years and we are so lucky to have her as the head of our collections and staff. Congratulations Georgia!! 💖

07/07/2026

Join our team at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee! We're seeking an Instructional Designer to partner with faculty in creating engaging, innovative, and accessible learning experiences that support student success across online, hybrid, and in-person programs.

If you're passionate about instructional design, faculty collaboration, and advancing excellence in teaching and learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more at UWM Jobs (link in comments)

07/07/2026

Make a difference in student success at UWM!

We're seeking a Student Affairs Retention Specialist to support students throughout their academic journey, connect them with resources, and help them stay on the path to graduation.

Join a collaborative team that's committed to helping every student thrive. Apply today! For complete details visit UWM Jobs (link in comments).

07/06/2026

UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies educator Matthew Friedel is working to help students and startups succeed, while positioning Milwaukee as a hub for tech and entrepreneurship. Read more at the link in the comments ⬇

06/30/2026

🏅 One month left to submit a nomination for the 2026 WLA/WEMTA Intellectual Freedom Award!

This joint award recognizes "the contribution of an individual or group who has actively promoted intellectual freedom in Wisconsin."

Nominations can be made by personal members of WEMTA or the Wisconsin Library Association (WLA) and are due July 31, 2026:
https://bit.ly/439wcXG

06/30/2026

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee's College of Community Engagement & Professions is looking for an Academic Advisor I/II to join our team!
If you're passionate about student success, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and want to make a lasting impact on students' academic journeys, we'd love to hear from you.

View complete details on UWM Jobs (link in comments)

06/11/2026

The School of Information Studies was proud to see featured at the UW-Milwaukee Alice G. Chapman Society Luncheon on June 10th, with Adam Hudson delivering the keynote presentation.

The event highlighted the transformative impact of Nonprof-IT through the perspectives of mentors Suzanne B. and Cynthia Larson, as well as former student and Nonprof-IT graduate assistant C**t Hamilton. Their stories showcased how the program creates meaningful, hands-on experiences for UWM students while strengthening nonprofit organizations throughout the community.

Learn more about Nonprof-IT: https://lnkd.in/eGXZBzgg

06/01/2026

We're proud to see our faculty leading research that makes information more accessible and inclusive. Learn how Dr. Iris Xie and Dr. Wonchan Choi are shaping the future of digital libraries and information access.

UWM School of Information Studies professors Iris Xie and Wonchan Choi are developing mobile-friendly digital library guidelines to improve access for visually impaired users. Read more at the link in the comments ⬇