Business & World Affairs
As DNC 2020 nears, a look back at Milwaukee’s socialistic past
Socialists had a strong presence in Milwaukee throughout the mid-1900s. The city’s brand of “sewer socialism” focused on infrastructure that helped both residents and businesses.
Study gives voice to black men and boys in strengthening communities
Too often, researchers attempting to solve problems in the community don’t talk with the residents living there, says Kirk Harris, associate professor of urban planning at UWM. A study by the nonprofit he co-founded rectifies that.
Lubar Entrepreneurship Center gives students skills to succeed, no matter the field
Students across the full gamut of academic disciplines at UWM have innovative ideas, and LEC programming helps turn those ideas into businesses.
Early returns promising for key UWM education partnership M-cubed
M3, an education initiative involving UWM, MATC and MPS aimed at improving student achievement and closing the equity gap in Milwaukee, has made positive strides over the past year.
Alum working to make a difference in his neighborhood
Schuyler Ramsey doesn’t shy away from the challenges facing his neighborhood. Instead, he’s using the lessons learned at UWM to help make things better.
Alum finds satisfaction in helping the homeless and mentally ill
Kaila Binger is a program coordinator for Foundational Community Supports, a Seattle Medicaid program that helps mentally ill and homeless people find and maintain housing and employment.
Bud and Sue Selig give $1 million to UWM’s Lubar Entrepreneurship Center
Their gift will support the entrepreneur-in-residence program, where successful entrepreneurs share their experiences and insights with students.
Starting college soon? UWM faculty offer tips to prepare before leaving home
Good preparation can help an 18-year-old student cope with the sometimes overwhelming changes that come with college. Here are some of the ways students can get ready.
Path to women’s suffrage was long, winding and hard-fought
This year marks the centennial of congressional approval of the constitutional amendment giving women the right to vote. The brutal treatment of some suffragists helped turn public sentiment, UWM scholar Carolyn Eichner says.
What to watch for in the Democratic presidential debates
The huge field of candidates and changing norms of presidential politics could create debates like never before. Thomas Holbrook, a UWM distinguished professor of political science, explains what to look for.