News from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
The work of Peck grad Sarah McGinnis can be found on Kleenex boxes and showcased in Target stores nationwide. For McGinnis, it’s a project that not only touches the lives of others but also reflects her own journey with mental health.
Whether students interested in science, engineering, the humanities or art, UWM’s Office of Undergraduate Research supports over 500 undergrads every year to engage in research collaborations with faculty.
Two programs at UWM landed in the top 30 nationwide in the latest rankings of graduate schools by U.S. News & World Report: Library and information science ranked No. 14, while occupational therapy is No. 27.
Graduates of UWM are leaders in every aspect of civic life. Here are a few who have made their mark early in their careers and will be recognized March 18 by the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Aidan Black took an ASL course to fulfill a language credit at UWM. Now he’s performing in an intriguing play that incorporates sign language into the show.
Junior dance student Davien Holton was one of the dancers on the field during the halftime show. More than 129 million people watched the show.
One of our favorite annual traditions is the Valentine’s Day photo gallery. Check out this year’s edition, where eight couples tell us their stories of meeting and falling in love at UWM.
With the $50,000 grant, the Department of Dance will work with community partner Diverse and Resilient and UWM’s LGBTQ+ Resource Center to launch “Care: Illuminating Milwaukee’s Queer and Trans Vogue Dance Community.”
Jeanette Arellano recently won a national award for her teaching and community work. She’s an alum of UWM’s ArtsECO program, which develops and supports teachers as they integrate arts into the classroom.
Design student Gisselle Dominguez created a striking label for UWM’s new officially licensed beer. “The design is a celebration of the shared experiences that I have come across with classmates, students and my city,” she said.
