Business & World Affairs
English prof helps “unexpected writers”
Poor writing costs companies time and money. UWM’s Dave Clark has a solution — software that will guide “unexpected writers” in producing reports and other documents.
Trump draws varied responses from hundreds at UWM
Presidential candidate Donald Trump drew more than 500 people to UWM on Sunday – some to watch him tape a town hall hosted by FOX News Channel, and others to protest.
Walls, firewalls and minority politics in 2016
UWM Professor Paru Shah discusses the role of minority voters in the 2016 presidential campaign, and how the “minority vote” is not a monolithic entity.
How ‘liking’ leads to buying
UWM professors Amit Bhatnagar and Purush Papatla are pinpointing how brands can harness social media to improve advertising strategies and enhance sales.
IT students program for a purpose
UWM’s nonprofIT program matches students with community organizations in need of IT project assistance.
UWM students spread startup gospel
UWM students participating in the national University Innovation Fellows program foster entrepreneurism by passing along the lessons they’ve learned.
Accounting students help with taxes – for free
UWM accounting students and AARP are offering free tax help to students and neighborhood residents during March and April at UWM’s Cambridge Commons.
Debates give candidates chance to ‘perform leadership’
Professor of Communication Kathryn Olson explains how and why candidates’ performances during debates are important indicators of their leadership skills.
Women in Politics: Is 2016 a special moment?
Political scientist Kathleen Dolan shares her thoughts about the past, present and likely future of American women running for elected office.
In voting, demographics matter more than ever
In his forthcoming book, political scientist Tom Holbrook talks about how shifts in voting patterns from state to state could influence presidential elections.