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Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring Tasneem Jassar
Tasneem Jassar is a Palestinian writer and poet. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Creative Writing bachelor’s degree and a minor in Women and Gender studies. Jassar was also 2024 Woodland Pattern’s Milwaukee Emerging Poet fellow. She hopes that the words she writes and shares, inspire others and give them a deeper insight into themselves and the world they live in. Her poetry often includes themes of motherhood, sisterhood, and Palestinian storytelling.
Stories from the Violins of Hope
Free for Everyone! These stringed survivors were brought back to life – and to the world – by a family of violin restorers spanning three generations. Luthier Amnon Weinstein took what might have become an exhibit of ruined instruments, restored …
Queer Women Coffee Hour
Join us for a slow coffee morning to meet fellow queer identifying women, creating a space to connect and find community! Join us for some queer joy, Coffee, genuine conversation, crafts, reading, and anything you’d like! Coffee, teas, and snacks …
Financial Aid Help Sessions
Got financial aid questions? Drop into the FG+RC to meet with a financial aid expert. No appointment needed.
Crossing Over Artist Talk
Come hear from the artists of the Crossing Over exhibition during this artist talk! This exhibition features work produced by undergraduate students in UWM’s Peck School of the Arts, Department of Art and Design who have received a scholarship and/or …
A Night In Paris
Join us for A Night in Paris, a French-themed evening of elegance, music, and magic inspired by the heart of Paris. French pastries, café snacks, photo ops, & more! Dress to impress in your best Parisian-inspired look. Whether you’re coming …
2010’s Trivia
Do you love the pop culture of the 2010's? Join us in the Gasthaus for 2010's trivia! Grab your friends and create your dream team! This event is open to all, we look forward to welcoming you. If you have …
The Union Cinema Presents: The Films & Performances of Luis Macias
Special Event! Join us at the Union Cinema for an evening of films and performances by Luis Macias. His pieces deal with the formal and spectral properties of the moving image, through the exploration of the cinematographic device itself and …
Milwaukee Independent Film Awards
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFilm Festival!! Join us at the Union Cinema for the 2nd annual Milwaukee Independent Film Awards, a vibrant celebration dedicated to the indomitable spirit of independent filmmakers. Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, this festival is more than an event; …
Storytime in the Caribbean
Enjoy a read-a-long of two award-winning children’s books about the Caribbean featuring astronomical themes, followed by stargazing and a craft activity at the UWM Planetarium. This event is aimed at children aged 4-10 years old and their families. The program …
Milwaukee Independent Film Awards
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesFilm Festival!! Join us at the Union Cinema for the 2nd annual Milwaukee Independent Film Awards, a vibrant celebration dedicated to the indomitable spirit of independent filmmakers. Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, this festival is more than an event; …
Chicago Christkindlmarket & Ice Skating
Spend a festive day in Chicago! We’ll depart from UWM and drive to the city to explore the German Christkindlmarket, filled with treats, German culture, unique gifts, and warm food. Afterward, we’ll lace up our skates and glide along the Maggie Daley Ribbon for a classic winter experience.