Welcome to UW-Stout! Transitioning to college as a first-year or as a transfer student on a new campus can be challenging. Review our tips for success.
Successful Students Embrace Differences
We strive to engage with every student and provide them with the information they need to meet their goals. Campus resources are available to assist students with growing their cultural competencies, participate in research, and find programs to assist them understanding the ins and outs of the college experience.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office
Expanding UW-Stout’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
217 Bowman Hall | edi@uwstout.edu
Creating equal access and opportunity to all campus programs and services for persons with disabilities.
University Library - Room 120 | disabilityservices@uwstout.edu
Fostering Success provides guidance and resources for youth who have been in foster care, homeless or orphaned and have interest in pursuing higher education
310 Bowman Hall | mentzelg@uwstout.edu
Preparing first generation/limited income and underrepresented students for graduate school
206 Bowman Hall | wynns@uwstout.edu
Multicultural Student Services
Multicultural Student Services (MSS) is committed to inclusive excellence to enhance equity, diversity and inclusivity.
132 Price Commons | mss@uwstout.edu
Offering tutoring, advising, and other academic resources for students enrolled in this TRIO program.
310 Bowman Hall | sss@uwstout.edu
Whether you're new to Stout or you've been here a while, you can find a safe space at the Qube.
121 Price Commons | qube@uwstout.edu
A community of veterans and services providing you with the camaraderie you came to rely on in the military.
109 Bowman Hall | veteranstudents@uwstout.edu
Successful Students Get CONNECTed
Students are encouraged to get CONNECTed to campus through student organizations, campus jobs, service learning, athletics, recreation and leadership opportunities. CONNECT is our campus involvement tool that allows students to search for organizations and events happening on campus.
Download the CONNECT App by searching your app store or google play for "UW-Stout Connect"
Not all campus involvement is related to student organizations and events. Students may also be athletes, members of an intramural team, hold a campus job or be part of student research or Honors. Study Abroad is also a great way to be CONNECTed and learn about yourself and other cultures.
Our 450 student-athletes compete in 18 varsity sports.
203 Sports & Fitness Center | athletics@uwstout.edu
Work Study/ State Payroll/ GPS/ Graduate Assistantship
210 Bowman Hall | finaid1@uwstout.edu
All current UW-Stout students have access to Handshake, an online recruiting platform specifically for employers to recruit UW-Stout's top talent. All current students can log in to Handshake using their UW-Stout credentials.
Financial Aid and Student Employment | finaid1@uwstout.edu
Where we embrace your curiosity to help you get the most out of your college experience
University Library - Room 430 | honors@uwstout.edu
Research and Sponsored Programs
We support students, faculty and staff with research efforts, grant funding and applications, IRB protocol, and more.
University Library - Room 107/108 | rs@uwstout.edu
Preparing students for a global society
70 Harvey Hall | studyabroad@uwstout.edu
URec is your place for lifelong learning and lifetime fitness: houses the fitness centers, climbing wall, intramurals, and sport clubs.
41 Sports & Fitness Center | urec@uwstout.edu
Successful Students Ask For And Accept Help
Sometimes you might receive a personal contact from a campus resources--instructor, advisor, RA, Honors, or coach offering assistance for a specific reason. Respond and meet with them.
Students are encouraged to be proactive and take advantage of counseling and health services, tutoring, advising, and other academic resources to help them be successful.
A campus resource for students in the areas of academic advising, career development, and student transition.
130 Bowman Hall | advisement@uwstout.edu
Dedicated to the intellectual, emotional, and relational health and development of all UW-Stout students.
410 Bowman Hall | counseling@uwstout.edu
Creating equal access and opportunity to all campus programs and services for persons with disabilities.
University Library - Room 120 | disabilityservices@uwstout.edu
We believe that food access should not be a barrier for someone to get an education.
9A Administration Building | foodpantry@uwstout.edu
Student Health
Students are eligible for medical services if they are an enrolled UW-Stout student.
103 1st Ave. West | Appts: (715) 232-1314
The Technology Help Desk assists UW-Stout applicants, students, faculty and staff with their technology needs.
109 Sorensen Hall | techdesk@uwstout.edu
UW-Stout offers a wide variety of online and in-person academic support and tutoring services. If you cannot find the resources you need, contact the instructor of the course in which you are looking for support.
Robert S. Swanson Library and Learning Center
A community of veterans and services providing you with the camaraderie you came to rely on in the military.
109 Bowman Hall | veteranstudents@uwstout.edu
Successful Students Go To Class
It is important that students attend class regularly, are in communication with their faculty members, and know where they stand academically.
Utilize Academic Services
Be aware of the services available to you and utilize them when you need them.
Registration and Records
Registration & Records website containing forms and academic policies and procedures
109 Bowman Hall | registrar@uwstout.edu
Know the semester calendar and be prepared for mid-terms, advisement day and breaks.
Understand academic expectations and consequences.
Know the university requirements for general education, racial and ethnic studies, and global perspective.
Faculty members are responsible for providing a grade (based upon the officially approved grading symbols) for every student enrolled in their classes
Know the important dates and deadlines!
Check your grades in Canvas often and know the academic requirements for your individual courses, program and for the university.
Successful Students Manage Their Budgets
It is important to understand how to pay for your education, what assistance is available, and how to manage your budget while in college.
The more you learn and integrate financial wellness into your life, the more prepared you will be during and after your education at UW-Stout.
Reach your financial goals one step at a time Join iGrad, a personal finance program provided by UW-Stout.
Financial Aid and Student Employment
The Financial Aid Office is here to support you in understanding and navigating the financial side of attending college.
210 Bowman Hall | finaid1@uwstout.edu
We're here to help you understand your account, set up your eRefund, and make tuition payments.
125M Administration Building | sbservices@uwstout.edu
See current UW-Stout tuition rates for undergraduates, graduates, and customized instruction.
Tuition Payments and Due Dates
Tuition payment due dates, options for making payments, and how to set up guest access.
Making college affordable for students
Contact | hangartnerc@uwstout.edu
Successful Students Know The Important Dates And Deadlines
To be successful as a student you need to manage your time well. Utilize a planner or your outlook calendar and be sure to add important dates such as the last day to add classes, the last day to drop classes and exam weeks.
Enrollment And Academic Dates And Deadlines
Registration and Records
Registration & Records website containing forms and academic policies and procedures
109 Bowman Hall | registrar@uwstout.edu
Know the semester calendar and be prepared for mid-terms, advisement day and breaks.
Know the important dates and deadlines!
Financial Dates and Deadlines
We're here to help you understand your account, set up your eRefund, and make tuition payments.
125M Administration Building | sbservices@uwstout.edu
See current UW-Stout tuition rates for undergraduates, graduates, and customized instruction.
Tuition Payments and Due Dates
Tuition payment due dates, options for making payments, and how to set up guest access.
Successful Students Connect With Other Blue Devils
Get to know your peers but also take advantage of current students, they are a wealth of knowledge!
UW-Stout has partnered with Mentor Collective to enhance students' first-year experience. Incoming students can choose to be paired with an upper-class mentor who is ready to listen, inspire, and help navigate UW-Stout. Stout MentorLink is a win-win for students and mentors alike. Mentors share their experiences and develop leadership skills while helping incoming students navigate their first year on campus.
UW-Stout's first-year peer-to-peer mentoring program
Contact our Stout MentorLink Coordinator | warddar@uwstout.edu
Successful Students Stay On Campus
Living on campus is a requirement for new first-year students during their first and second year on campus. Did you know, that the first six weeks are the most impactful in students deciding to stay at a university? It is important to stay on campus those first few weeks to establish your community, your peer group and create meaningful connections to your new campus.
In University Housing we strive to provide an environment of personal growth and support that also respects individual needs and differences.
170 Price Commons | housing@uwstout.edu
Welcome to University Dining where great food brings the campus together.
160 Price Commons | dining@uwstout.edu
Campus Card issues campus IDs, provides information on meal plans, and helps students manage their accounts.
110 Price Commons | campuscard@uwstout.edu
The Memorial Student Center is a community that allows you to find your place while at UW-Stout and get through the busy days of college life.
Successful Students Utilize Technology
The university uses many technology tools Canvas in the classroom, the CONNECT app for staying CONNECTed to campus, the Navigate app to schedule appointments with your advisors and manage your to-dos and more!
The first tip to success is to CHECK YOUR EMAIL! Your UW-Stout email account is the universities official communication tool. This means anything pertaining to grades, alerts, emails from your advisor, faculty members, and the campus will go to your UW-Stout email account. Be sure you are checking it daily (even twice per day).
Download these apps on your phone. These tools will help you to be successful while here at UW-Stout. Once you are enrolled in classes, you will gain access to these tools using your UW-Stout credentials.
- Canvas Student: Canvas is our online classroom (similar to Blackboard or Google Classroom which you may have used in high school).
- Zoom: Zoom is a web conferencing tool that can be used for classes, coursework, and meetings. Students can set up their UW-Stout Zoom account by visiting the UW System Zoom portal at https://wisconsin-edu.zoom.us. Zoom can be accessed via Canvas, the portal or through the app on your mobile devices or laptop.
- Microsoft Teams: Teams is a Microsoft tool for meetings similar to Zoom. You will likely use Microsoft Teams once you are on-campus at UW-Stout this fall.
- Navigate: Navigate is your student success tool which you will use to schedule appointments with your advisor, view to-do items and more!
- Multi-Factor Authentication (2-step/Duo): Security is a top priority at UW-Stout and all students are required to use Multi-Factor Authentication. Multi-Factor Authentication, also known as 2-Step Authentication enhances the security of your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity when logging into many of our UW-Stout accounts. This prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know your password.
eStout Laptops
As a student with an eStout-issued laptop, you'll have eduroam wifi keeping you connected across campus. You'll also have access to a wide selection of software with Office365 already installed and additional program-specific software available for download in the Company Portal (HP) and Managed Software Center (Apple). Loaner laptops are available at the Technology Help Desk if your eStout laptop needs service or repair.
Technology Support
The Technology Help Desk assists UW-Stout students with their technology needs, including your eStout laptop. Support is available via email, phone, walk-up (109 Sorensen Hall), and the self-service portal.
Successful Students Plan For Their Degree
When in doubt, ask your advisor! Students should meet with their advisor regularly. Create a plan with your advisor, learn about your degree requirements and stick to it.
A campus resource for students in the areas of academic advising, career development, and student transition.
130 Bowman Hall | advisement@uwstout.edu