Student Affairs Events and Activities

  • Veterans Week Events

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

    In honor of the Veterans who both attend UW-Milwaukee and serve as employees, help us in celebrating their service, learning about their sacrifice, and fellow veterans, join us in several activities geared for you! November 6th: Military and Veterans Ball (Registration Required) November 9th-11th: Veterans Week Display November 9th: Bowling With the Badge (All Are Welcome!) November 10th: Sisters In Service (Women Veterans Event) November 11th: MAVRC Open House (All Are Welcome!) November 12th: Serving Those Who Served (Brunch for all who served or are currently serving in the U.S. military)...

  • You Can Help! Prevent Suicide

    You Can Help! Prevent Suicide
    Northwest Quadrant Building (NWQ) 2025 E Newport Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    You Can Help! Prevent Suicide is a bystander intervention program that enables students to help fellow students experiencing emotional distress and/or thoughts of suicide. Please visit the link below to register for a session!

  • Ignite Retreat

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

    Are you tired of picturing the same people when you hear the word Leadership? Does the word Leadership freak you out? Redefine it at Ignite. One workshop gives you lifelong skills to put on your resume and a new perspective on what it means to lead.

  • Glazing Techniques Session 2

    Glazing Techniques Session 2
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Learn basic techniques of surface decoration on ceramic forms! This course will cover underglaze techniques such as stenciling, shaving cream swirl, and Mishima inlay, as well as overglazing processes such as dripping, brushing, and marbling.

  • Milwaukee Independent Film Awards

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

    Join us at the Union Cinema for the 3nd 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; it's a movement championing the dreams and aspirations of independent storytellers who dare to express their unique visions through the art of cinema. For more information please visit: milwaukeeindependentfilmawards.com Co-sponsored by the Milwaukee Independent Film Awards...

  • 12th Annual Military and Veterans Ball

    Hilton Milwaukee 509 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    The Military and Veterans Resource Center (MAVRC) at UW-Milwaukee presents a night of dinner, dancing, and camaraderie to all military-related students, alumni, and supporters.

  • Milwaukee Independent Film Awards

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

    Join us at the Union Cinema for the 3nd 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; it's a movement championing the dreams and aspirations of independent storytellers who dare to express their unique visions through the art of cinema. For more information please visit: milwaukeeindependentfilmawards.com Co-sponsored by the Milwaukee Independent Film Awards...

  • Milwaukee Independent Film Awards

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

    Join us at the Union Cinema for the 3nd 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; it's a movement championing the dreams and aspirations of independent storytellers who dare to express their unique visions through the art of cinema. For more information please visit: milwaukeeindependentfilmawards.com Co-sponsored by the Milwaukee Independent Film Awards...

  • Studying with Monsters

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

    Join us for Studying with Monsters, a movie viewing celebrating resilience, growth, and the journey of discovering what you and your fellow first gen students are capable of. Come relax, recharge, and enjoy a monstrously good study break....

  • 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 the basics: centering, pulling walls, trimming, and glazing! 

  • Printed Patches

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

    Create your own unique patches to attach to clothing or bags with this foundational relief printmaking course! After creating and transferring the design participants will move into carving, exploring various techniques for achieving different textures! Finally, a printing demonstration will teach participants about modifying ink for successful final prints on fabric or paper!

  • Intro to Stained Glass Session 3

    Intro to Stained Glass Session 3
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In this workshop, you will learn how to score, cut, foil, solder, and assemble your own stained-glass motif. Class participants will choose their own colors for a sunrise pattern which they will be able to then assemble to make a hanging piece.