Exploring UWM: Why Research Matters

UWM Chancellor's Report · May 7, 2026 · 28m

For the past decade, UWM has been recognized as a top-tier research university, but what does that mean for students, faculty, local businesses partners and entrepreneurs? Here, Chancellor Gibson and David Lee are joined by Vice Chancellor for Research Ali Abedi and UWM Research Foundation President Jessica Silvaggi to discuss the many ways research strengthens UWM, our community and the world beyond.