Arts & Humanities
The art of psychology: UWM student’s research explores the human mind
A double major in art history and psychology, Maggie Kennedy has been digging into the ways that art has reflected the workings of the brain.
UWM production brings actors and ASL interpreters together on stage
Many performances put sign language interpreters to the side. But a new theater production puts signing actors fully within the action. The show opens April 19 and runs through the 23rd.
Car and writer: Journalism grad lands a job at storied auto magazine
The grandson of a Corvette engineer, UWM JAMS alum Jack Fitzgerald landed his dream job: Working for Car and Driver magazine.
UWM announces new bachelor of architecture degree, speeding a path to practice
UWM has received approval from the UW System Board of Regents to launch a new Bachelor of Architecture program, which will allow graduates a quicker and more affordable path to licensure and practice.
Philanthropy renews support for program that supports art teachers
ArtsECO is a collaboration between the Peck School of the Arts and the School of Education that aims to support teachers and aspiring teachers in applying the arts throughout the curriculum.
How Southern tourism has rewritten American slavery history
Tourists by the millions visit the South every year, but what they often get is a whitewashed version of history. UWM’s Shevaun Watson explores that intersection of public memory and cultural heritage.
UWM alum engages non-artists as hotel artist-in-residence
Jeff Zimpel, who earned his MFA in art and social engagement from UWM, is the first-ever artist-in-residence at Saint Kate-The Arts Hotel.
Alum passing along the magic of music to youth with Latino Arts Strings
Music changed her life. In Milwaukee, the program founded by Dinorah Márquez Abadiano has given a similar chance to hundreds of students over the past 20 years.
UWM professor’s podcast parses the psychology of ‘The Patient’
Stacey Nye, an experienced podcaster and true crime junkie, dissects each episode of Hulu’s thriller along with forensics experts, psychologists and actors on the show.
Film student captures reality of caring for someone with dementia
UWM freshman Riley Killian created a documentary that follows the journeys of four caregivers as they take care of their loved ones.