Scholarly Pulse

Project Overview

UWM Forum is a prototype web application inspired by discussion platforms such as Reddit. The purpose of this project is to create an online environment where UWM students can connect with one another, ask questions, discuss assignments, share resources, and participate in forums dedicated to specific topics or courses.

This project is currently focused on serving students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) by providing a centralized platform for communication and collaboration between students.

Core Features

User Authentication

Students can create accounts and securely log in using their UWM email addresses.

Discussion Forums

Users can participate in forums dedicated to different academic topics and interests.

Post & Comment System

Students can create posts, reply with comments, and interact with other users.

Role-Based Permissions

Administrators and moderators have tools to manage forums, posts, and comments.

Technology Stack

HTML
PHP
CSS
JavaScript
MySQL Database
FileZilla
cPanel
Figma

Business Case

Many students struggle to find help outside of class or make connections on campus. UWM Forum aims to solve this issue by providing a dedicated online platform where students can support each other academically and socially.

By limiting access to verified UWM students only, the platform promotes a safer and more focused academic community.

Limitations & Risks

The platform currently only supports UWM students through email verification.
Student engagement may vary depending on preference for other communication platforms such as Discord.
Moderators may abuse permissions or fail to properly manage content.
This project is currently a prototype and may expand with additional features in the future.