Business & World Affairs
A greener business model: How the private sector can lead where government hasn’t
With governments seemingly unable to make progress on combating climate change, Melissa Scanlan argues that private businesses can lead the way.
How advertisers are using mounds of data to persuade us to buy
On this episode of Curious Campus, UWM’s new podcast about science, discovery and culture, Purush Papatla tells us how social and data scientists are mining a sea of information to uncover the secrets of consumer behavior.
How spurring more tips can be as simple as cats vs. dogs
On this episode of Curious Campus, UWM’s new podcast about science, discovery and culture, Katherine Du and Jacqueline Rifkin talk about how consumers express themselves through the things they buy.
Digital exhibit traces history of Hispanic activism at UWM and in Milwaukee
A new digital exhibit by the UWM Libraries documents the history of Hispanic activism at the university and Milwaukee overall, including a 1970 protest on campus demanding more support for the Latinx community.
UWM researchers lead team awarded $1 million grant to close equity gaps in accessing jobs
UWM faculty and staff members lead a team awarded a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to implement a pilot “microtransit” project that they hope makes it easier for residents from segregated city neighborhoods to reach suburban areas with more jobs.
Support called crucial for first-generation students
A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work when it comes to supporting first-generation college students, according to Robert and Hope Longwell-Grice. They’re published a book that explains why.
Experts offer tips for getting children ready for school
After a mostly virtual school year last year, back-to-school season feels very different this fall. So what should parents do to prepare their children? UWM experts offer some tips.
Conference focuses on encouraging teachers of color
Keynote speaker for “Walking in Our Shoes: Understanding the Perspectives of Teachers of Color” is Lynnette Mawhinney, award winning author, advocate and professor at Rutgers University.
Conference focuses on encouraging teachers of color
Keynote speaker for “Walking in Our Shoes: Understanding the Perspectives of Teachers of Color” is Lynnette Mawhinney, award winning author, advocate and professor at Rutgers University.
New Milwaukee fire chief draws on UWM experiences
Two-time UWM grad Aaron Lipski has risen to the top of the Milwaukee Fire Department.