Criminal justice alum analyzes data to help reduce sexual assault
UWM doctoral graduate Jayden Varline studies survey data to prevent victim blaming in cases of sexual assault on college campuses.
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UWM freshwater sciences alum works to clean up Milwaukee’s waterways
Brennan Dow earned his master’s in freshwater sciences. He now works for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, restoring Milwaukee’s waterways.
UWM researcher supports youth caregivers worldwide through training and film
Melinda S. Kavanaugh develops training and tools to support the 5 million children and teens caring for ill or injured family members in the U.S.
Community service work grounds urban planning student in her career pursuit
Elaina Rodriguez is a master of urban planning student at UWM whose commitment to volunteering and the community informs her education and career goals.
UWM honors Sheldon Lubar with new conference room and exhibit
The room on the third floor of the Golda Meir Library is now home to an exhibit chronicling Lubar’s life, career and enduring contributions to education and public service.
UWM meteorologist finds a way to keep score of the weather with ‘weathergami’
Jonathan Kahl turned a sports concept of the “scorigami” into a way of looking at weather patterns, and saw his work gain rapid popularity on social media.
UWM scientist lands $542,000 NSF award for modeling virtual tumor tissues
Mahsa Dabagh will use the five-year grant to construct the model and apply it to a prevalent type of pancreatic tumor, known as pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, which could aid in early detection.
UWM guarantees admission to regional tech college graduates
The agreements are with Milwaukee Area Technical College, Waukesha County Technical College, Moraine Park Technical College and Gateway Technical College.
Why public health campaigns about opioid misuse work – or don’t
Young people have experienced the greatest percentage increase in opioid overdose deaths but are often resistant to the influence of public health campaigns. UWM associate professor Xiaoxia Cao is exploring what can work.
Alums still thrilled by ‘once-in-a-lifetime, surreal’ World Cup experience
Olivia and Chandler McDaniel, 2020 UWM alums, played integral parts in the Philippines’ historic World Cup run and attempt to qualify for the Olympics.