The MENSA of Wisconsin Foundation created a book scholarship in memory of Elizabeth Nestingen Cape to fund textbook purchases for UWM students in order for them to grow in their educational and career pursuits.

Michael C. Le May received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Political Science from UWM in 1966 and 1967. This excellent education helped him on his path to future studies and a highly productive and rewarding career as an educator. He began...

Michael Petrick (b. 1942, d. 2012) was originally from Mount Pleasant, Michigan. He completed a bachelor’s and master’s degree at UWM and went on to earn his PhD in journalism and political science from UW-Madison. His career included working in journalism for many...

Michael Martin earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1985, majoring in Marketing. Michael is co-owner of Primeflex Labels, along with another UWM alum. Primeflex makes labels and packaging for consumer grocery products. Michael and Cheryl live...

Michele is a seasoned development professional with 30 years of diversified experience, primarily in healthcare development. Prior to joining UW-Milwaukee, she served for 20 years as a Development Director leading teams at Curative Care, Catholic Charities, Community...

The Midwest Cyber Security Alliance (MCSA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan collaboration of individuals, businesses, government entities, and professional firms advocating for more effective cybersecurity solutions. MCSA’s mission is data privacy and security through...

Founded in 1947, Milliman US is an independent risk management, benefits and technology firm with offices in major cities around the globe, including Brookfield, Wisconsin. They serve business, financial, government, union, education, and nonprofit organizations,...

MilliporeSigma’s purpose is to solve the toughest problems in life science by collaborating with the global scientific community – and through that, they aim to accelerate access to better health for people everywhere. They provide scientists and engineers with...

Essential support is also provided by UWM Union Programming, the UWM Union Theatre and UWM LGBT Campus Partners as well as generous individuals, businesses, and campus and community organizations.

Since 1885, the Milwaukee Press Club (MPC) has provided professional development and camaraderie to members of the press community from around Milwaukee and across Wisconsin and is the oldest continuously operating press club in North America.

Members of the Milwaukee State Teachers College, the forerunner to the UWM School of Education, pooled their resources to help ensure future teachers had the support they needed for degree completion.

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. is an independent, private 501©(3) corporation founded in 1965 that produces Summerfest, presented by American Family Insurance, a three-weekend festival that typically generates millions in economic impact for the community each year....

Mr. Bradley M. Brin and Mrs. Glenna Cose Brin are loyal and dedicated supporters of the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. Brad became a friend of the University through auditing many courses. Both he and Glenna have made strong relationships at UWM, especially with...

Elinor Ihlenfeldt and her husband, Dale (deceased) established this scholarship fund in memory of Elinor?s mother, Clara Hertel Slaymaker, who was a school teacher. Clara graduated from the Milwaukee State Teachers College, the predecessor school to UWM?s School of...

Connie is 73, single with no children, and a retired Administrator of Oconto County Public Health and Home Care Agency. She grew up in Green Bay with one sister and graduated from UWM with her Nursing BA (’71) and pursued graduate work as a nurse practitioner at...

Through various events and fundraising campaigns, UWM Alumni generously contribute towards scholarships for UWM students.

This scholarship is supported by multiple alumni, individuals, corporations and foundations.

This fund is supported by generous gifts from many different individuals and organizations, including alumni, faculty, staff, friends of UWM, and various corporations. They are united in their desire to provide financial assistance to deserving students through...

The late Henry Maier earned his masters degree Political Science from UWM in 1964. Maier was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 1950. In 1960, he was elected Milwaukee’s Mayor where he served from 1960-1988, making him the longest-serving mayor in Milwaukee...

Donors to this scholarship include multiple individuals who take pride in having earned their Nursing degrees from UWM, who are grateful for the high-quality Nursing education they received, and who want to help students achieve their dreams of becoming nurses.

Created by Milwaukee Lincoln High School Alumni and multiple individuals, this scholarship honors the legacy of Thomas M. Cheeks (1908-2001), a highly talented and beloved African-American/Black educator in the Milwaukee Public Schools. A renowned advocate for...

Murnan-Smith Scholarship for Single Parents Betty Murnan-Smith was a founding faculty member and taught in the English Department of UW-Waukesha for many years. She established this scholarship because of her devotion to the success of UW-Waukesha students who are...

Randy Goree (1952-2017) received his undergraduate degree in Education from UWM in 1977. He served as a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education?s Curriculum & Instruction area from 1988 until his retirement with emeritus status in 2015. He demanded nothing but...

Nicholas Burckel established the Arthur and Irene Burckel Scholarship Fund to honor his parents by providing financial assistance to graduate students in the School of Information Science at UWM. Arthur Burckel was the oldest of three boys born and raised in...

Norine is an entrepreneur with over 35 years’ experience in financial management, supply chain, field service operations, while ensuring regulatory compliance and driving profitable growth. Founder of Alpha Source, Inc. – a global medical device manufacturer and...

Norma Jean Larson is a retired social worker. Her mother, Stella Johnson Staunt, was keenly interested in helping disadvantaged young women with whatever needs they may have.

In June 2018, Northwestern Mutual, Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee announced the creation of the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute, a groundbreaking partnership that contributes to the formation of a technology ecosystem and...