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Vision Boarding Our Future (While They’re Napping)
Join us for a special event designed for UWM students with children to take a meaningful pause and set intentions for the academic year. Together, we’ll create vision boards to reflect on our goals, manifest our aspirations, and build community with fellow student parents. Let’s take this time to focus on ourselves, our dreams, and our shared experiences. Coffee & treats provided!
Power of the Pen: Quills & Potions
Flourish your pens and cast a story about the wizarding world in this writing workshop! We will be discussing well known magical worlds like Harry Potter, The Hobbit, and more. Bring your creativity, magical wonder, a writing utensil and we will provide the notebooks!
Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring Carmen Alicia Murguia
Carmen Alicia Murguía is a proud U.S.-born poet and writer whose work explores love, Latinidad, politics, queer identity, and culture. She’s the author of six poetry collections and has been featured in academic journals, anthologies, and interviews on NPR, PBS, and other media outlets. Carmen began her poetry journey at The Loft Literary Center through the Inroads: Emerging Chicano/Latino Writer’s Mentorship Program and has since performed at festivals and venues across the country, including New York, Chicago, Minneapolis, and San Antonio.
Take Back the Night at Lyrical Sanctuary
Join us and Sociocultural Programs for a Take Back the Night-themed evening at Lyrical Sanctuary. Hear from poet and speaker Carmen Murguia, write your own poems that call for an end to violence, and support those who have faced gender-based …
Día de Los Muertos Ofrenditas Workshops
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for a Dia de los Muertos Ofrenditas workshop to honor and remember loved ones through this meaningful Mexican tradition. Ofrendas, or “offerings,” are decorated altars filled with photos, candles, and mementos to celebrate those who have passed. Create your own mini ofrenda and type a letter to someone you hold dear using a manual typewriter.
Día de Los Muertos Ofrenditas Workshops
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for a Dia de los Muertos Ofrenditas workshop to honor and remember loved ones through this meaningful Mexican tradition. Ofrendas, or “offerings,” are decorated altars filled with photos, candles, and mementos to celebrate those who have passed. Create your own mini ofrenda and type a letter to someone you hold dear using a manual typewriter.
Anatomy of Pleasure
We’re taking an inclusive tour of sexual anatomy with a focus on pleasure instead of reproduction and the many ways people find pleasure in their own and partner(s) bodies! By centering consent and pleasure, we not only create healthier sexual experiences but also contribute to the prevention of sexual and relationship violence.
Anatomy of Pleasure Workshop with Tool Shed
Join us, Student Health and Wellness, Planned Parenthood Generation Action, and the Tool Shed during body acceptance week to learn about safe and pleasurable sex in any body.
Indigenous Felt Knowledge Festival
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture and traditions! Immerse yourself in a day filled with music, captivating performances, live art, and a myriad of vendors offering unique Indigenous creations. Indulge in delicious food that showcases the diverse culinary heritage of Indigenous communities.
Smash The Scale
Poor body image, obsession with weight, and negative self-talk have sadly become a social norm. Break these stigmas and smash scales to feel empowered to celebrate your body and all that it does for you! Together, we can initiate a …
Día de Los Muertos Ofrenditas Workshops
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for a Dia de los Muertos Ofrenditas workshop to honor and remember loved ones through this meaningful Mexican tradition. Ofrendas, or “offerings,” are decorated altars filled with photos, candles, and mementos to celebrate those who have passed. Create your own mini ofrenda and type a letter to someone you hold dear using a manual typewriter.
Courageous Conversations: Costume Conundrums
Join us for a thoughtful dialogue on cultural appropriation and Halloween costumes. This is a space to learn together, ask questions, and reflect on how we can celebrate with respect and awareness.