Thomas Gibson Appointed Chancellor of UW-Milwaukee

Thomas Gibson has been appointed as the new chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) by the UW Board of Regents, succeeding Mark Mone, who held the position for over a decade. Gibson, previously the chancellor of UW-Stevens Point since 2021, will begin his role in July with an annual salary of $575,000, nearly double what he earned at his previous position. His tenure at UW-Stevens Point was marked by enrollment growth and securing significant philanthropic gifts. Gibson's appointment comes at a challenging time, with UWM facing declining enrollment and budget cuts, while federal funding, critical for the research university, is under threat. He aims to focus on enhancing student access, retention, and securing additional resources in a competitive educational landscape. His unanimous selection from a pool of 73 candidates underscores his capability to lead during these turbulent times.