June 15, 2022

For frogs, the mating competition is fierce

In the wild, frog romance is a raucous affair. When it’s time to mate, the …
June 15, 2022

For songbirds, bigger, brighter might be better

Welcome back to Wisconsin to the common yellowthroat. Found throughout much of North America in …
June 15, 2022

From Batman to Hera, student research shines at Beastly Conference

What do Batman, the Greek monster Argos, and a fictional flesh-eating virus have in common? …
June 15, 2022

A city divided: Grad student map Milwaukee’s “opportunity index”

Milwaukee is a city of opportunity – if you live in the right neighborhood. The …
June 15, 2022

Biology alum leads Monterey Bay Aquarium in education, conservation

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a pioneering sort of place. Nestled right on the California …
May 4, 2022

DIY Diversity: Physics major develops resources to highlight POC astronomers

Think of a well-known astronomer. Chances are you picture someone like Galileo, Sir Isaac Newton, …
May 4, 2022

From hip-hop writer to teacher, learn the many roles of Robert “Biko” Baker

If you ask Robert “Biko” Baker about himself, he’ll tell you straight up that he’s …
May 4, 2022

Art + Engineering: Installation spotlights electronic and construction waste

Unusual walkway tiles created at UWM—using 95% recycled materials—now form an inspiring path in front …
May 4, 2022

UWM alum gives a fresh perspective to Sheboygan mayor’s office

Ryan Sorenson’s mother gives good advice. “Growing up, my mom always said, ‘Don’t sit on …
May 4, 2022

Alumni Update: Chelsey Knuth

After completing my Urban Geography BA in 2018, I launched an Instagram account called “The …
May 4, 2022

A look back at the popularity of Pong and rise of video games

How many of you have heard of the video game Pong? Its concept was as …
May 4, 2022

Open to interpretation: Psych major studies pediatric medical interpreter stress

A medical interpreter’s job is to help patients and their care providers communicate. Patients and …
May 4, 2022

UWM celebrates third consecutive ‘R1’ research designation

Chancellor Mark Mone puts the credit for UWM’s recognition as a top research institution squarely …
April 6, 2022

Brain study gives insight into how pandemic is affecting adolescents

How much worse was the mental health of “tweens” – children between the ages of …
April 6, 2022

Se habla español aquí: Professor describes the impact of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture

Spanish is the official language of 20 countries, plus Puerto Rico, and is the second-most …