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Welcome to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Since 1868, UW-Whitewater has provided an exceptional learning experience for its students. We are proud of our history and excited about our future. There is much to celebrate on this campus. We are proud of our faculty and staff, who helped name UW-Whitewater, one of the Top 100 Workplaces in southeastern Wisconsin. Our students continue to contribute to area communities by providing thousands of hours of volunteer time to help improve others' lives. We are proud of our award-winning programs, student organizations, national championship football, men's wheelchair basketball, and rugby teams. No matter what we do, we strive to be the best that we can be. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. As part of the University of Wisconsin System, UW-Whitewater embraces the Wisconsin Idea and is an economic and cultural driver of our region. We are a community with a deep appreciation for diversity and global perspectives. We are nationally and internationally recognized for the accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. We inspire our community members to make positive contributions to the State of Wisconsin, to our nation, and the world. Our academic programs span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, professional, and interdisciplinary programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These programs prepare students to become lifelong learners who lead successful lives and productive careers. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater will be a national and international leader in providing transformational and empowering educational experiences. We are happy you are considering the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. We are proud of our campus and look forward to the opportunity to assist you. Advisors are here to help students succeed, but advising is most effective when viewed as an on-going process in which students and advisors work as partners. Ultimately, students have the responsibility for their educational plans and for monitoring all requirements for graduation. However, they are encouraged to take advantage of the many resources available on campus - including the various advising services. The Office of Student Diversity, Engagement, and Success (SDES) supports the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (UW-W) mission and core values by providing programs that enhance, engage, and support students for success in their academic programs and beyond. SDES programs encompass curricular and co-curricular experiences that champion student diversity, engagement, educational achievement, and success. Our mission is achieved by engaging in collaborative relationships with faculty and staff in academic departments, student affairs leaders, university leaders, student leaders, and student organizations. SDES programs aim to facilitate enhanced student access, retention, engagement, graduation, and success. SDES houses several High Impact Practices (HIPs), which complement other SDES initiatives and campus programs. SDES and UW-W collaborators, together, foster a campus community that is characterized by inclusive excellence, and that promotes holistic educational experiences for all students at UW-W. As a result of socioeconomic status and other structural barriers, many students struggle to finance their education. Most research shows that there is a definitive connection to retention, graduation, and financial support. SDES attempts to provide incentives such as grants, fellowships, and scholarships to facilitate students' improved retention and graduation rates. The First-Year Experience mission at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is to guide students and their families in their transition to the campus community. We serve as a campus resource that provides engaging, inclusive, and academically integrated transitional experiences to enhance student development. Since its founding in 1868, UW-Whitewater has been committed to providing students with a collaborative environment where all students can achieve their true potential. Hands-on learning, teachers who also serve as mentors, and a supportive community are just a few ways your university creates a family-like atmosphere on campus. A Warhawk Family. View full university