WUWM announces David Lee as new general manager
David Lee has been appointed the new director and general manager of WUWM 89.7 FM – Milwaukee’s NPR. Lee succeeds John Hess, who had served as general manager of WUWM since 2020.
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UWM scientists to contribute to first-of-its kind scientific imaging effort
UWM is a longtime partner on a grant from the National Science Foundation that supports the development of the next generation of X-ray Free Electron Lasers (XFELs) – novel instruments used to unmask phenomena that have never before been observed. Since 2009, XFELs have enabled scientists to examine how molecules in the human body and […]
UWM alum breaks barriers by inviting people to break bread
Emerald Mills saw a need to help heal the divisions in our society by fostering connections between people who might not otherwise get to know each other.
From lost decade to last decade: Blanks took long path to Alumni Award
Geraud Blanks made up in a big way for what he calls his lost decade. He returned to UWM, got his degree and launched a career that has landed him at Milwaukee Film as its chief innovation officer.
Alum makes global impact with International Monetary Fund
Now assigned to Sierra Leone, Monique Newiak has worked to bolster the economies – and improving lives – in countries throughout Africa.
Awards given to aid collaborative research to address poverty in Milwaukee
UWM has joined with Marquette University and the Johnson Controls Foundation to fund three interdisciplinary research projects through the “President’s and Chancellor’s Challenge: A Crosstown Collaboration to Address Poverty.”
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.
New chemistry building hits milestone with topping off ceremony
A journey that began a year ago on a frozen January day reached a significant milestone on another frozen January day.
UWM alum is first woman of color to lead ACLU of Wisconsin
Melinda Brennan took the helm of the state chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union in January 2022 with a mission to safeguard civil rights for all.
Chemistry building project at UWM reaches construction milestone
Guests are invited to a ceremony to watch the final beam being hoisted into position. The new building will serve as a gateway to the STEM departments at UWM.