UWM - College of Engineering & Applied Science

05/22/2026

Nearly 300 new engineers and computer scientists are ready to make their mark! 🎓⚙️💻

Last Saturday, many of our graduates took part in the Order of the Engineer ceremony — a powerful tradition recognizing their commitment to professionalism, ethics and the responsibility that comes with shaping the future through engineering and technology.

We couldn’t be more Milwaukee Engineer Proud of the Class of 2026 and all they’ve accomplished. The future is in good hands. 💛🖤

Photos found here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/a1v9v53it66mb7ts0wmuz/AFIyc3OQOcZLlpW5OdB8xDA?rlkey=2hp1m8cc2g912mqr9697cju3y&e=2&st=jfjptmar&dl=0

05/18/2026

Way to go Spring 2026 graduates! Special shout out to CEAS grad Greg Oberbroeckling, Industrial Engineering, who is featured in this video!!

05/06/2026

Nearly 100 undergraduate and graduate students.
80+ judges from industry and academia.
One incredible showcase of research, innovation, and real-world learning.
This year’s Poster Competition & Three Minute Thesis highlighted what happens when students go beyond the classroom—taking on research, sharing ideas, and building the confidence to speak about their work.
They put in the extra time. They do the hard work. They show up and stand out.
That’s what it means to be Milwaukee Engineer Proud.
And that’s what an R1 research university experience looks like.
See all winners at uwm.edu/engineerposter

04/22/2026

What if an airbrush that can give you sunless tanning also help detect disease?
First-year student Anh Le is creating tiny, jelly-like beads that could one day power biosensors. But, instead of using expensive lab equipment, An and mentor Ashwin Narasimhan are using a simple airbrush tool to make these microscopic beads.

They spray a body-safe liquid into a solution. As the droplets travel from the airbrush, UV light transforms them into soft gel beads – smaller than a grain of sand. By tweaking things like spray distance and air pressure, the team created these valuable beads without the high cost.

Le will explain at the annual UWM Undergraduate Research Symposium on Friday at the Union and again on Saturday at the College of Engineering & Applied Science poster competition. uwm.edu/engineerposter
UW-Milwaukee - Undergraduate Research

04/15/2026

How cool is this? Happy John Kissinger Day! We are so proud of this alum who has accomplished so much in his career, and made a difference to so many.

Our Milwaukee office had the honor of welcoming Mayor Cavalier Johnson, who presented a mayoral proclamation recognizing the distinguished career and retirement of John Kissinger. The proclamation officially designates April 14, 2026, as John H. Kissinger Day in the City of Milwaukee.

Over nearly four decades at GRAEF, John helped deliver landmark projects across Milwaukee while shaping spaces that strengthen the city and serve the people who call it home. His leadership also influenced generations of engineers and helped guide GRAEF’s commitment to service and excellence.

The proclamation of John H. Kissinger Day on 414 Day feels especially meaningful for someone whose career has been so deeply intertwined with Milwaukee’s growth and future.

Thank you, John, for your vision, leadership, and lasting impact. Here’s to John H. Kissinger Day!🎉

04/15/2026

Thank you to all the UWM alumni, friends, students and employees who came together to make a difference during Giving Days. Your generosity is a testament to the power of Panther pride.

04/15/2026

Wow! You really showed up for UWM 414 Giving Day and we are most grateful. Thank you to all who donated and raised $16,481 for our college. You make a difference to the students in our college who are poised to make a difference in the world.

04/14/2026

Check out this informational luncheon presentation tomorrow (April 15), featuring our own Professor Robert Cuzner as one of the panelists.

Unlike some of its neighbors and leading states like California, Virginia and Texas, has no major 🦾 to fuel defense-related jobs.

But advocates say and industry cooperation can boost the Badger State's estimated 16,000 jobs -- a stable but relatively modest number compared to even Ohio, which benefits from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton.

In Wisconsin, universities such as University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and the business-supported Wisconsin Defense Industry Council (WDIC) are drawing the connection between research and jobs.

An April 15 WisPolitics of State Affairs luncheon in Milwaukee explores the connection and how Wisconsin can become more of a player in the national defense industry given new weapons systems and wars in the and . This free Wisconsin-focused event comes just after a national conference in Milwaukee: The Defense Industrial Base Conference, or .

The April 15 Wisconsin 🎙️ panelists:
▪️Dr. Rob Cuzner, UWM electrical engineering professor
▪️Major Gen. Ernie Litynski, co-chair WDIC and president of RBP Chemical Technology
▪️Leonardo DRS, Inc.'s Derrick Van Zuidam, vice president, Power Line of Business and Menomonee Falls Site Lead.

🗣️ Welcome by UWM Vice Chancellor for Research Ali Abedi.

Co-moderator: Director of UWM's Military and Veteran's Resource Center, Yolanda Medina, will co-moderate this panel discussion.

Register for the free event through this site. A complimentary lunch is provided. ▶️ Enter promo code UWM2026 for free admission

📍161 W Wisconsin Ave. Suite #7220, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Parking details and register for 🆓 at https://ww.eventbrite.com/e/boosting-wi-defense-jobs-can-rd-make-up-for-lack-of-a-big-military-base-tickets-1985865460049?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

THANK YOU sponsors Husch Blackwell Strategies Wisconsin, Wisconsin Transportation Builders Association (WTBA), UW-Milwaukee, Medical College of Wisconsin and Spectrum.

04/14/2026

Today’s the day! Happy 414 Day to all who celebrate. Make your gift at uwm414day.org and support UWM and our college here:https://uwm.edu/advance/414-ceas

04/13/2026

Early giving is officially open and we're already 74% to our goal! Help pave the path to possibilities for our students at the College of Engineering & Applied Science during 414for UWM Day here:

Join me in supporting UWM's College of Engineering & Applied Science programs during 414 for UWM!

04/08/2026

This fun event supports Engineers Without Borders - USA at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Get out those running or walking shoes and join them!

5K Run and Walk in Milwaukee with proceeds benefiting Engineers Without Borders at UW-Milwaukee water projects in rural Guatemala. Run 4 Water so they don't have to!