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  • Stylized colorful illustration of a diverse group of people dancing and celebrating together.

    Sapphic Sadie Hawkins  

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join our moonlit night of magic and charm at Sapphic Sadie Hawkins. This event celebrates queer women, lesbians, nonbinary sapphics, and anyone who finds community in sapphic spaces. Enjoy a night of dancing, snacks, and tarot card reading!

  • A view from the bow of a yellow kayak paddling across open water toward a large tied-arch bridge under a clear blue sky.

    Kayaking Lake Michigan

    Kayaking Lake Michigan
    Klotsche Center (KC) 3409 North Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Outdoor Pursuits has brand new sea kayaks equipped to paddle on Lake Michigan! Join us as we launch from UWM's School of Freshwater Science public boat landing on the Kinnickinnic River and paddle out on to Lake Michigan. We'll have …

  • Overhead view of a potter's clay-covered hands gently shaping a small ceramic bowl on a pottery wheel.

    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2

    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you curious to try out the pottery wheel? Join us for five weeks to familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of wheel throwing and clay! Between classes, participants will have access to the studio space to practice and work through their 25-pound bag of clay. We’ll cover …

  • A dimly lit, atmospheric scene of a spooky, vintage room that looks like an escape room setup. On the left, a fireplace glows with warm orange light, casting grid-like shadows across the floor from a nearby lattice window. To the right, a solitary armchair faces the hearth, illuminated by cool blue moonlight streaming through another window in the background, creating a mysterious and eerie ambiance.

    Spooky Escape Room & Murder Mystery Experience

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Step into the shadows if you dare… the Campus Activities Board is teaming up with Dungeons & Dragons Network for a night of mystery, thrills, and immersive fun! Take on an eerie challenge in the escape room, filled with chilling …

  • Overhead view of a potter's clay-covered hands gently shaping a small ceramic bowl on a pottery wheel.

    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2

    Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you curious to try out the pottery wheel? Join us for five weeks to familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of wheel throwing and clay! Between classes, participants will have access to the studio space to practice and work through their 25-pound bag of clay. We’ll cover …

  • A dimly lit, indoor Halloween-themed display featuring life-sized skeleton figures under eerie pink, red, and purple stage lighting. In the foreground, a prominent skeleton stands behind a short decorative fence with colorful, glowing string lights woven around its base. In the background, a glowing neon sign reads "The Rave."

    The Rave/Eagles Club Haunted Tour

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    When the lights go low and the bass takes over, there's no turning back. It's time for you to experience a spooky, terrifying, haunted tour of The Rave, one of Milwaukee's finest live music venues. Step into a world where …

  • Hands wearing mint-green dotted quilting gloves guide a colorful patchwork quilt under the presser foot of a sewing machine for free-motion quilting.

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Gain or expand your sewing skills in this introduction course! Our sewing specialist Beth will break down the basics, guiding you step-by-step through operating a sewing machine. Students will walk away with a complete patchwork piece, and confidence with techniques and terminology to continue their sewing journey with ease! 

  • Dancers in elaborate indigenous Mexican attire perform at a Day of the Dead event, wearing vibrant feather headdresses and patterned costumes while holding feathered shakers.

    Día de Los Muertos Celebration

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Día de Los Muertos Celebration  Thursday, October 29  11am-1pm | Union Concourse   Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with live dance and music performances! Stop by to learn all about this tradition and see the ofrenditas displays made by students and campus partners.  Performance …

  • Promotional flyer for "Financial Aid Help Sessions with Julie" held every other Thursday at the First Gen Resource Center from 11 AM to 1 PM. Dates listed: 10/1/26 10/15/26 10/29/26 11/12/26 12/3/26 12/10/26 Contact info for questions and accessibility: First-Generation+ Resource Center at uwmfirstgen@uwm.edu or (414) 229-7234.

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Financial Aid Help Sessions

    Got financial aid questions? FAFSA got you in a twist? Trouble breaking down your tuition? Drop into the First-Gen+ Resource Center (below the PantherShop) to meet with a financial aid expert. No appointment needed. Open to all.

  • sculptors hands manipulating clay on wheel

    Ceramics Q&A

    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Stop by for short demos, individualized advice from our Ceramics Technicians, or to chat with other Craft Centre ceramicists! RSVP in advance through our website or just drop in! 

  • Close-up view of two hands holding wooden knitting needles, working a knit stitch into a piece of thick, cream-colored wool fabric against a wooden surface.

    Fibers Made Easy: Knitted Scarves

    Fibers Made Easy: Knitted Scarves
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    This two-night class provides a great introduction for the brand-new knitter, or an opportunity to get back into the groove after a hiatus! We'll focus on foundational technical skills and how to read a pattern. Learning from an experienced teacher in a community setting offers many benefits: the chance to …