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Planetarium Event: The Life of an Astronomer (Members Only)

Virtual/Online Event Link will be provided, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Dr. Jean Creighton has always been inspired by how the cosmos works. From growing up in Athens, Greece, to obtaining her PhD in Astrophysics and becoming director of the UWM Planetarium, to flying in the stratosphere as a NASA Airborne …

Free

Escaping Afghanistan – One Woman’s Story

American Geographical Society Library inside the Golda Meir Library (3rd Floor) 2311 E. Hartford Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

A conversation with Maryam Durani and Kathleen Dunn. Maryam Durani was born a refugee in Iran. She moved to her family’s native country, Afghanistan, when she was 18. She came to Milwaukee as a refugee in November of 2021. In …

Free

The Beastly Conference

UWM Honors House, Room 196 3363 North Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

A research conference hosted by and for undergraduates! The Beastly Conference is hosted by HARPY, the Honors Association for Research and Presentation, and will feature the research of 10 UWM undergrads on beastly topics ranging from the morality of eating …

Free

Mindfulness and Planetary Well-Being

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

relax. hope. move. change. Creating a sustainable future requires us to consider our relationship with ourselves, one another, and the planet. How do we sustain our collective well-being while making the changes necessary for a brighter future? The UWM Planetarium …

Free

Planetarium Show: Total Lunar Eclipse

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Witness a Total Lunar Eclipse at the UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium. Telescopes and binoculars will be set up near Engelmann field for visitors to view this incredible phenomenon of the Moon passing behind Earth’s shadow. Telescopes and binoculars will be …

Free

Planetarium Show: Constellation of the Zodiac-Gemini

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Strawberry Moon

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Gaze at the full strawberry supermoon through our telescopes while enjoying Purple Door ice cream! Telescopes and binoculars will be set up near Engelmann field for visitors to view the Moon. We will also offer free planetarium shows every 15-20 …

Free

Planetarium Event: The Life of an Astronomer

Virtual/Online Event Link will be provided, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library, the Manfred Olson Planetarium presents the Life of an Astronomer. Dr. Jean Creighton has always been inspired by how the cosmos works. From growing up in Athens, Greece, to obtaining her PhD in …

Free

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Cancer

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Event: Full Moon Canoe

Milwaukee Rowing Club Boathouse 1990 N Commerce St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Urban Ecology Center, paddle down the Milwaukee River with UWM’s Planetarium Director, Jean Creighton. While enjoying the full Moon above you’ll learn about our nearest celestial neighbor, other exotic moons in the solar system, and more …

$35 – $45
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Event: Exploring Exoplanets with the James Webb Telescope

Virtual/Online Event Link will be provided, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library, the Manfred Olson Planetarium presents this event on the James Webb telescopte. The James Webb Space Telescope (NASA’s successor to the Hubble Telescope) was launched on December 25, 2021. As the largest, most …

Free
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

Planetarium Show: Life of a Star

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

We are made of stars: Discover how stars fused the chemical elements in our bodies. In this live, interactive show, marvel at the dramatic changes of stars as they transform from stellar nurseries to exotic objects such as white dwarfs, …

$5 – $6
Event Series Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

Planetarium Show: Summer Stars

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Find popular summer constellations in the night sky and learn the stories behind them, such as the Big Bear, Hercules, and the Summer Triangle. This program is appropriate for ages 4 and up and includes an indoor stargazing session of …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Leo

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

$5 – $6

Planetarium Show: Stars & S’mores

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join the UWM Planetarium for our popular outdoor event, Stars & S’mores! Enjoy eating delicious s’mores and relax outside while gazing at summer constellations through our telescopes. S’mores kits are free (one per person while supplies last). We will also …

Planetarium Show: Constellations of the Zodiac-Virgo

UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium 1900 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the astronomy and mythology behind the zodiac and learn how to find your zodiac constellation in the night sky. In this live, interactive show, we will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus …

Center for 21st Century Studies Open House

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 939 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Visit the Center (9th Floor, Curtin Hall, UWM Campus) and engage with colleagues across disciplines through this experiential meet-and-greet! Students, staff, faculty, and community partners all welcome - with coffee and tea to spare! Each room of the Center will …

Free

Ctr. for 21st Century Studies: Healing Spaces Roundtable

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 175 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The fourth conversation of the Lonely No More! series takes place on UWM's campus and focuses in on what it means to create Healing Spaces at a university - spaces for transition, translation, repair, and community. The conversation will feature …

Free

Celtic Studies: Kick-Off Céilí

UWM Greene Hall 3347 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Center for Celtic Studies Fall Céilí will feature live music from Ceol Cairde and a demonstration by Milwaukee Scottish Country Dancers. This event is free and open to the public!

Free

Women’s & Gender Studies Lunch & Learn with Sharity Bassett

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 181 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sharity Bassett, Visiting Assistant Professor, Women's & Gender Studies, and Manager of the American Indian Student Center atUWM presents “’If you don’t want your stick touched, put it away’: Rematriation as Haudenosaunee Women's Reclamation of Space in Lacrosse” This event …

Free

Math Colloquium: Spectral Faux Trees and Coalescing Sets

UWM EMS Building, Room E495 3200 N. Cramer Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Presented by Dr. Steve Butler, Professor of Mathematics, Iowa State University. A classic problem in mathematics is "Can you hear the shape of a drum?" In graph theory, this is often phrased in terms of the eigenvalues of matrices associated …

Master of Legal Studies Info Session

UWM Lubar Hall, Room N120 3202 North Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Learn about an online Master of Legal Studies program offered through Seton Hall Law School. This graduate program provides students with a working knowledge of the law that can be applied in business or professional settings. It is intended for …

Classics Open House

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 866 3243 N. Downer Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Learn more about the Classics major or minor at UWM! Professors Elisabetta Cova and Deanna Wesolowski host this event. You’ll learn about the requirements and course offerings; internships, research and other experiential learning opportunities; and advising. Get your questions answered …

Free
Event Series The French Table

The French Table

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 766 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Informal conversations in French. Great opportunity to practice your skills with other members of the UWM community. All levels welcome! Meets regularly on various Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the Fall 2022 semester.

Free

Math Colloquium: Ehrhart Theory and Partial Permutohedra

UWM EMS Building, Room E495 3200 N. Cramer Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Presented by Dr. Erik Insko, Professor of Mathematics, Iowa State University. In this talk, I will give a brief introduction to Ehrhart polynomials, which count the number of lattice points in a convex lattice polytope and also describe the polytope's …

Event Series The French Table

The French Table

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 766 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Informal conversations in French. Great opportunity to practice your skills with other members of the UWM community. All levels welcome! Meets regularly on various Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the Fall 2022 semester.

Free

The Rise of Right-Wing Comedy

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 368 3243 North Downer Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

That's Not Funny: How the Right Makes Comedy Work for Them argues that it is both an intellectual and politically strategic mistake to assume that comedy has a liberal bias. Right-wing comedy has been hiding in plain sight, finding its …

Free

Women’s & Gender Studies Lunch & Learn with Margaret Noodin

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 181 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Margaret Noodin, Professor of English and Associate Dean for Humanities, UWM presents: “Ginagadawendamin Nooniyang miinwaa Jaagineyang Akiing: Breastfeeding and Exhaustion as Models for Chaos Theory on Earth.” This event will be held in-person in Curtin Hall room 181 or Virtually …

Free

Creative Writing Program – Visiting Writers Series – Phong Nguyen

UWM Lubar Hall, Room S231 3202 N. Maryland Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Author Phong Nguyen will be giving a craft talk at 3 pm and a reading from his recent work, "Bronze Drum," followed by a talk at 7 pm. Both events are free and will be livestreamed. (See link below to …

Free

International Career Bootcamp

UWM Lubar Entrepreneurship Center 107 2100 E. Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

With special guest Jake Gill, CEO of Skritter & UWM Alum Join us for an event focusing on alumni internship experiences and post-graduation careers! Learn about internship opportunities, boost your resume and LinkedIn, and network with others at our alumni …

Free

Creative Writing Program – Visiting Writers Series – Phong Nguyen

UWM Curtin Hall, Room 175 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

Author Phong Nguyen will be giving a craft talk at 3 pm and a reading from his recent work, "Bronze Drum," followed by a talk at 7 pm. Both events are free and will be livestreamed. (See link below to …