Mathematics alum works on nation’s nuclear safety
Sean Breckling has a career that he didn’t even imagine existed when he graduated from UWM. He’s part of a team that works to keep the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile safe.
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Chemistry alum works to protect military from toxic exposures
From Agent Orange to Iraq burn pits, U.S. troops are sometimes exposed to toxic chemicals. The long-lasting health problems created are an issue Rebecca Pattterson, a UWM alum and Navy veteran, works to resolve.
This class bites: Comparative Lit course explores society through zombies
Monster tales have been part of human cultures for centuries. But they aren’t just scary stories — they tell us something about ourselves.
Raise a glass for this history student’s Smithsonian beer internship
For a guy who loves beer and history, a summer internship working with the Smithsonian National Museum of American History’s beer historian was a perfect fit for UWM student John Harry.
Milwaukee’s movie: UWM alum’s ‘Give Me Liberty’ intimately tied to city
Kirill Mikhanovsky’s movie was filmed entirely in the Milwaukee area with a cast almost entirely from the city. Audiences and critics both local and national have loved it.
‘Give Me Liberty’ premieres in Milwaukee with UWM connections
A new feature film with UWM connections aims to put Milwaukee on the filmmaking map.
UWM alum resurrects long-lost Bob Dylan song
When Milwaukee musician Trapper Schoepp saw the lyrics that his musical hero had written about Wisconsin, he knew he had to bring the song to life. With Dylan’s approval, he did.
Community archaeology uncovers history at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
UWM prof David Pacifico and an army of amateur archaeologists are uncovering the history of some of the people who helped build Milwaukee.
Sense of adventure and entrepreneurial spirit motivates UWM grad in Vietnam
Kasia Weina and her partner are having success pursuing two goals with their startup business: “With Evergreen Labs, we want to prove that you can do good and also make money.”
UWM pre-dental student seizes education to forge a better life
Just a couple years ago, Josephine Hayes-Birchler was homeless and looking to rebuild her shattered life. Now, she’s graduating from UWM and heading to dental school.