Campus Life
Student Housing
Rock County Campus students who wish to live in the residence halls on the Whitewater Campus should contact University Housing »
Athletics and Recreation
UW-Whitewater at Rock County competes against other colleges and technical schools throughout the state, check them out »
Student Organizations
UW-Whitewater at Rock County offers extracurricular activities and services to students. Find out more »
Welcome Rock County students, faculty, and staff!
For Bookstore information click here.
For Textbook Rental click here.
Locations
University Bookstore
724 W. Starin Road
Whitewater, WI 53190
University Bookstore for Rock County
2909 Kellogg Ave.
Janesville, WI 53546
The Rockin' Grill is located in the Hyatt Smith Hall Commons area and is open on class days for meals and snacks. A variety of soups and hot entrees are available, as well as prepared salads and sandwiches. A made-to-order menu is also available most days with a tasty selection of hot sandwiches, quesadillas and more.
Hours
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Closed during academic break periods and summer.
Vending
Soda, juices, milk, snacks and other items are available from vending machines located in lower level lobbies of Williams Hall, Hyatt Smith Hall and Wells Cultural Center.
Most resources for faculty and staff are housed in the " For Employees" section of the UW Colleges website. However, there are a few specific resources and services for employees:
Accessibility Services
UWW Rock County strives to meet the needs of all our students. Direct questions about accessibility services to Ali Potratz, Disability Services Coordinator at the UWW Rock County campus. Additional information about accessibility services may be found by visiting the Center for Students with Disabilities »
Warhawk Emergency Fund
Students are able to apply for emergency funding to help with unexpected expenses that may arise. The UWW Rock County fund is intended to help with unexpected financial emergencies, such as medical expenses, dental expenses, car repair, or travel for family emergency. We cannot help with on-going monthly expenses such as rent, credit card bills, groceries or utilities. We also can't pay for tuition, textbooks, student fees, legal services or fines. Students may complete an online application form for this fund. For more information about the UWW Rock County fund and additional emergency funds through UW-Whitewater visit the Warhawk Emergency Fund webpage.
Health & Wellness
The University provides a range of services to support student health and wellness including alcohol and drug education and counseling services.
Students who aren't already covered by a family member's policy are encouraged to sign up for health insurance.
Housing
Housing is available on the UW-Whitewater campus. UWW Rock County does not own or operate on-campus residence hall facilities. While many students attending our campus live at home and commute, there are also a number of students who reside in locally owned apartments or houses. Students interested in exploring local housing options are encouraged to view housing listings in the classified section of The Janesville Gazette, the Community Shoppers Inc., or by contacting local real estate agencies.
Adult Students
UWW Rock County welcomes adult students. At UWW Rock County, we've helped lots of adults achieve their goals and dreams. Whether you seek a new or enhanced career, want to take a course for intellectual enrichment or something in-between, you can do it and we can help.
Solution Center
The Solution Center provides comprehensive assistance to prospective and current students in the areas of admission, financial aid, advising, orientation, placement testing, disability services, tutoring services and student activities.Advisors are available to help students learn about, degree options, majors, academic requirements, and the process of transferring. Help is also available in assessing career goals, planning a return to school, adjusting to academic life, or other areas of concern relevant to beginning or returning to college.
Student Handbook & Policies
As a UWW Rock County student, you have certain rights and responsibilities respecting your relationship with your fellow students and the University. The rules, regulations and policies you will find in this booklet are intended to foster an environment of mutual respect for you and your fellow students and to enhance the educational environment of your campus. Here you will find information about federal and state laws, UW System and UW Colleges regulations, policies and procedures that pertain to you and your life on campus.
Policies and Resources | Student Handbook
Textbooks
Students can purchase textbooks, school supplies, course materials and more at the UWW Rock County bookstore. Visit the store's website to learn more.
Voting Guide
Voting is both a right and a responsibility for an engaged citizen. UWW Rock County encourages everyone to exercise the right to vote.A photo ID will be required at the polls for upcoming elections. Most UWW Rock County students will still be able to use a Wisconsin driver's license or State of Wisconsin ID, which already meet voter ID requirements. Free Voter ID cards can be obtained by UWW Rock County students at the Solution Center.
Public Spaces & Events
Please be advised that images and videos taken in public spaces and/or at public events do not require authorization for publication. Your presence in or around college facilities and/or properties, as well as at off-campus university-sponsored events, constitutes your consent to the capture and/or use of your image and/or voice by UWW Rock County and waives any claims or rights, whether in law or in equity.Please contact UW-Whitewater University Marketing and Communications with any questions regarding photo usage and photo opt-out options.
Safety Reports and Statistics »
Sexual Misconduct Information (Title IX) »
Severe Weather
If you choose not to attend class due to weather conditions, please e-mail your instructor. Please keep in mind that if you miss class, you are responsible for making up the work. The campus can only be closed by order of the chancellor or governor.
Students have the opportunity to work on campus for several departments at the UWW Rock campus. Many students benefit from working part-time while going to college. Student employment is a great way to assist with paying for the cost to attend college and helps students develop skills and gain work experience for future success in the career world. Many of these positions require Federal Work Study acceptance through financial aid. Contact the UWW Rock Solution Center at 608-758-6541 for more information about student employment and work study.
Current positions at the UWW Rock campus include...
Solution Center Assistant
- Greet students and all guests
- Make appointments for advisors and other staff
- Answer phone and return messages
- Return emails
- Help answer frequently asked questions
- Assist with projects
- Customer service experience
- Additional tasks as assigned
Library Assistant
- Create displays
- Learn to use college databases
- Help students find academic materials
- Customer service experience
- Technology training
- Check in/check out materials
- Additional tasks as assigned
Dean's Office/Academic Affairs/Administrative Affairs Office Assistant
- Filing
- Scheduling
- General office work
- Reception
- Social Media management
- Additional tasks as assigned
TRiO/LSC Resource Assistant
- Provide first point of contact in person and via phone
- Direct students to appropriate resources
- Make appointments with advisors and other staff
- Assist with TRiO/LSC projects as needed
- Additional tasks as assigned
Learning Support Center (LSC) Tutor
- Assist fellow students one-on-one and in small groups
- Help others with test preperation and assignments in math, science and writing intensive courses
- Meet with instructors and/or attend lectures as necessary
- Additional tasks as assigned
Biology Lab Assistant
- Prepare materials for biology laboratories and demonstrations
- Help maintain lab facilities
- Perform lab prep room tasks relating to organization, cleaning and inventory
- Additional tasks as assigned
Chemistry Lab Assistant
- Prepare materials for chemistry laboratories and demonstrations
- Help manage lab stockroom tasks on organization, cleaning and inventory
- Additional tasks as assigned
Placement Test Proctor
- Assist with placement tests and set up
- Greet and check in students for placement testing
- Distribute and review testing materials and testing instructions
- Monitor students taking tests
- Additional tasks as assigned
Hawk Squad
- Give tours of campus
- Assist with SOAR (Student Orientation and Registration)
- Participate on student panels and other campus events as needed
- Be "Willie the Warhawk" for special events (Optional)
- Additional tasks as assigned
Student Life and Events Assistant
- Assist Student Life and Events Coordinator with event planning
- Help with implementation of campus clubs and organizations
- Assist with placement testing as needed
- Assist with SOARs as needed
- Assist with events and activities for Student Government Association (SGA)
- Additional tasks as assigned
Bookstore
- Assist students with finding textbooks and other materials for classes
- Use register to complete transactions
- Assist with stocking textbooks at beginning and end of semesters
- Additional tasks as assigned
Students have the opportunity to work on campus for several departments at the UWW Rock campus. Many students benefit from working part-time while going to college. Student employment is a great way to assist with paying for the cost to attend college and helps students develop skills and gain work experience for future success in the career world. Many of these positions require Federal Work Study acceptance through financial aid. Contact the UWW Rock Solution Center at 608-758-6541 for more information about student employment and work study.
Current positions at the UWW Rock campus include...
Solution Center Assistant
- Greet students and all guests
- Make appointments for advisors and other staff
- Answer phone and return messages
- Return emails
- Help answer frequently asked questions
- Assist with projects
- Customer service experience
- Additional tasks as assigned
Library Assistant
- Create displays
- Learn to use college databases
- Help students find academic materials
- Customer service experience
- Technology training
- Check in/check out materials
- Additional tasks as assigned
Dean's Office/Academic Affairs/Administrative Affairs Office Assistant
- Filing
- Scheduling
- General office work
- Reception
- Social Media management
- Additional tasks as assigned
TRiO/LSC Resource Assistant
- Provide first point of contact in person and via phone
- Direct students to appropriate resources
- Make appointments with advisors and other staff
- Assist with TRiO/LSC projects as needed
- Additional tasks as assigned
Learning Support Center (LSC) Tutor
- Assist fellow students one-on-one and in small groups
- Help others with test preperation and assignments in math, science and writing intensive courses
- Meet with instructors and/or attend lectures as necessary
- Additional tasks as assigned
Biology Lab Assistant
- Prepare materials for biology laboratories and demonstrations
- Help maintain lab facilities
- Perform lab prep room tasks relating to organization, cleaning and inventory
- Additional tasks as assigned
Chemistry Lab Assistant
- Prepare materials for chemistry laboratories and demonstrations
- Help manage lab stockroom tasks on organization, cleaning and inventory
- Additional tasks as assigned
Placement Test Proctor
- Assist with placement tests and set up
- Greet and check in students for placement testing
- Distribute and review testing materials and testing instructions
- Monitor students taking tests
- Additional tasks as assigned
Hawk Squad
- Give tours of campus
- Assist with SOAR (Student Orientation and Registration)
- Participate on student panels and other campus events as needed
- Be "Willie the Warhawk" for special events (Optional)
- Additional tasks as assigned
Student Life and Events Assistant
- Assist Student Life and Events Coordinator with event planning
- Help with implementation of campus clubs and organizations
- Assist with placement testing as needed
- Assist with SOARs as needed
- Assist with events and activities for Student Government Association (SGA)
- Additional tasks as assigned
Bookstore
- Assist students with finding textbooks and other materials for classes
- Use register to complete transactions
- Assist with stocking textbooks at beginning and end of semesters
- Additional tasks as assigned
HawkCard
The HawkCard is your student ID and an essential part of campus life at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and the University of Whitewater-Wisconsin at Rock County campuses. Your HawkCard should be carried with you at all times. Each card includes the following information of the authorized user:
- Name
- Status with the University (student or staff)
- A digitized Photo
You will be able to take your photo and receive your HawkCard at the Warhawk Solution Center on the UWW Rock County campus.
For more information about your HawkCard visit the UW-Whitewater HawkCard webpage.