UWM gerontology expert raises awareness of elder abuse
Abuse and neglect of seniors cuts across all groups, and its prevalence is likely to rise as the U.S. population ages, says Colleen Galambos. But there are actions we can take to help.
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UWM alum chosen to lead Milwaukee Public Museum
UWM grad Ellen Censky has been chosen as president and chief executive officer of the Milwaukee Public Museum. Censky has been serving in those roles on an interim basis since the resignation of Dennis Kois in September 2018.
Zilber student using contest to spread health message
Shailja Tiku, a medical doctor and doctoral student at UWM, is using her platform as Wisconsin’s representative in the Mrs. International competition to talk about mental health and illness prevention.
Peck film program makes Variety list of best film schools for third year
UWM’s Peck School of the Arts is on Variety magazine’s list of best film schools in the world for a third straight year.
UWM alum uses his social artwork to mentor students
Midway through his college career, Devon Smith faced a huge challenge. With the help of Life Impact advisors, he met that challenge and has gone on to a post-college life as a filmmaker, artist and mentor to youths.
UWM to lead Freshwater Collaborative of all UW universities
The Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin would be a one-of-a-kind effort that will focus on Wisconsin’s water issues while helping to fill a global and regional need for more workers in what is expected to be a growing field.
Literacy Research Symposium set for June 20-21
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Education is set to host the 38th annual Literacy Research Symposium June 20 and 21.
Second UWM baseball player chosen in 2019 MLB draft
Trevor Schwecke, a junior infielder on the UWM baseball team, was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 13th round and 387th overall in the 2019 Major League Baseball draft.
UWM baseball player drafted by St. Louis Cardinals
UWM baseball player Jake Sommers was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 10th round with the 305th overall pick in the 2019 Major League Baseball draft Tuesday evening.
Meier’s work on the immune system wins Shaw Scientist Award
Some older adults respond well to annual flu vaccines, but others don’t. UWM scientist Helen Meier is trying to figure out why, and her work made her one of three Shaw award recipients this year.