UW-Milwaukee School of Information Studies

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

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 ⬇

The Wisconsin library world is full of changemakers… and we know many of them are UWM SOIS alumni!

Now’s the time to help recognize the incredible work happening in libraries across the state by nominating a colleague, mentor, coworker (or yourself) for a Wisconsin Library Association Award & Honor.

From Librarian of the Year to Programming Innovation and more, there are many ways to celebrate leadership, creativity, advocacy, and impact in our profession.

Know a standout SOIS alum making a difference? Nominate them today:

We believe our Wisconsin library colleagues deserve recognition for all of their amazing work, and we know you do, too. Help us by nominating them (or yourself!) for one of the Association’s awards. Nominations for all awards are due July 31, 2026.

2026 Awards Available

Awards conferred by the WLA Awards & Honors Committee
- Library of the Year Award
- Trustee of the Year Award
- WLA Librarian of the Year Award
- Citation of Merit
- Programming Innovation Award
- Special Service Award
- Paralibrarian of the Year Award

Awards conferred by the Wisconsin Library Heritage Center Steering Committee
- Wisconsin Library Hall of Fame

Awards conferred by the WLA and WEMTA Intellectual Freedom Committees.
- WLA/WEMTA Intellectual Freedom Award

More information about these awards can be found at https://www.wisconsinlibraries.org/awards-honors

Congratulations to School of Information Studies student Mason Middaugh on this exciting next step! 🎉 We’re proud to see Mason turning his internship experience into a full-time role at IEWC and putting his Information Science and Technology skills into action. Thank you for representing UWM and the School of Information Studies so well. We can’t wait to see all you accomplish!

Information Science and Technology student Mason Middaugh turned an internship at IEWC into a full-time information technology support specialist role, where he will provide end-user support and access control administration. He said hands-on coursework in networking, system administration and project management gave him a strong, well-rounded foundation and the confidence to take on a wide range of responsibilities in a professional IT environment.

Our SOIS Nonprof-IT students are once again making an impact this semester in the community!

UW-Milwaukee students helping local nonprofit's message of reducing gun violence UW-Milwaukee students have a new collaboration with Mother's Against Gun Violence.

Congrats to SOIS Alum - Megan Nigh! Megan has been named a 2026 “Movers & Shakers” honoree by Library Journal in the Advocates category and is being honored for her work in teen library services, literacy advocacy, and community-centered programming for young adults. Congratulations, Megan!

At Kenosha Public Library’s (KPL) Southwest Library Teen Space, Megan Nigh creates a space that is safe, fun, and respected—one where teens return day after day. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q04fSS0W0

Build your Summer/Fall 2026 schedule and get enrolled! 🎉
Students are invited to attend the CCEP Student Advising and Support Services Rock Enroll event on Wednesday, May 6. Rock Enroll is part enrollment support, part end-of-semester celebration.

All students are welcome—whether they’ve already enrolled or are just getting started. In addition to advising support, we’ll have snacks, lunch, prizes, therapy dogs, and more to make it a fun and welcoming experience.

Wednesday, May 6
NWQD - 3rd Floor
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
We hope to see you there!

📣 We’re hiring! The iSchool at UW-Milwaukee is seeking Teaching Faculty in Information Law & Ethics.

The School of Information Studies (SOIS), at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), invites applications for a Lecturer position in Information Law and Ethics. This is a full-time, 9-month, renewable, instructional academic staff position (Teaching Faculty II) based on the main campus for both face-to-face and fully online methods of delivery at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.

SOIS Students! Join us every Wednesday for the Wednesday Well-Being Series in the NWQD 3rd-floor student lounge: rotating activities everyone can enjoy!|

Wednesday, April 15th: FREE Spaghetti Lunch for Students

Stop by the NWQD 3rd Floor Lounge at 11:30 for free pasta, garlic bread, and salad until it’s gone!

Free Spaghetti Lunch for Students
NWQD 3rd Floor Student Lounge (green elevators!)
Starting at 11:30 am