UWM to host debates in race for governor, US Senate
The UWM Mainstage Theatre will be the setting for the first broadcast debates in the races for Wisconsin governor and U.S. senator from Wisconsin. The debates will air live on WTMJ-TV and WUWM-FM.
Community Engagement
Mental health summit reaches out to African-American veterans
UWM’s Military and Veterans Resource Center has been partnering with the Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center for six years on summits that provide info and help to veterans. This year’s summit is on June 23.
Mental health summit reaches out to African-American veterans
Michelle Watts comes from a military family and works at the VA, so she is attuned to some of the issues that may be keeping African-American veterans from seeking out services. She hopes to help break through some of those obstacles at the June 23 summit at UWM.
Novel research program helps MPS teachers ignite an interest in STEM
Beginning this summer, two UWM faculty members will build and support a network of MPS personnel and local industry representatives who work together to transform the city’s STEM education in high schools.
Undergrads explore renewable energy and more through research
Unlike some universities, UWM offers myriad opportunities for students to do hands-on research with renowned faculty as undergraduates, sometimes even before freshman year. Here are five young researchers who seized those opportunities.
Here are 11 more UWM alumni you should know
From Satya Nadella to Kimberley Motley, from Willem Dafoe to Trixie Mattel, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students have used their education to make their mark on the world.
Paramedic training helps improve health, reduce 911 calls
In the community paramedics program, UWM’s College of Nursing teaches firefighters how to reach out to patients so they can better manage chronic health conditions. As a result, Milwaukee County has seen a large reduction in 911 calls for non-emergency situations.
Peck School initiative brings new artists, energy to INOVA Gallery
Administrators and educators in the Peck School of the Arts secured major grants this semester to pilot a new approach to community programming and art-making in the Kenilworth Square East INOVA Gallery, located at 2155 N. Prospect Ave.
Award-winning student ideas merge financial and community health
UWM senior Jared Smith’s ideas to combine personal finance with community-based services have earned him $1,000 and a finalist spot in the FOCUSS national competition taking place at the end of April in Madison, Wisconsin.
8 UWM professionals helping children learn, grow and thrive
In honor of the Week of the Young Child April 16-20, here’s a look at a few of the programs, faculty members and staffers from across campus who care for children, and those who teach others how to do so.