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  • Close-up of a person's hands assembling a geometric stained glass panel using the lead came method. The hands use pliers to adjust a lead strip around vibrant red, blue, and yellow glass pieces, which are held in place by horseshoe nails on a wooden work surface.

    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.

  • Cartoon style image of a fork on top of an empty plate. Wording around the outside of the plate reads "LUNCH & LEARN"

    Leadership Lunch & Learn

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

    Quick Hacks for Success Looking to level up your leadership skills in just 20 minutes? Drop in for a bite to eat and a quick interactive session on practical leadership hacks you can use right away. Each session is packed with insights, activities, and tools to help you lead with confidence and creativity–all while enjoying free lunch!

  • A hand pouring red hot sauce from a bottle onto a plate of crispy fried chicken wings, set against a vibrant, solid yellow background with a couple of whole red habanero peppers resting to the side.

    The Hungry Games

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

    Get ready for The Hungry Games—where the only battle is against your appetite! Compete in outrageous food challenges, test your spice tolerance, and see if you have what it takes to out-eat, outlast, and out-snack the competition. Whether you're chasing victory or just coming for the laughs, this is one event you won't want to miss. May the odds be ever in your flavor!

  • Graphic banner for "Tuesday Tea" featuring a wavy, flowing brown and orange background resembling tea and milk mixing. The text "Tuesday Tea" is written in a playful, white script across the center next to a stylized illustration of a white teacup with green leaf details. Two circular badges on either side read "free Treats" and "free Mugs."

    Tuesday Tea

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

    Ever wished for a space on campus to spill the tea or discuss important topics with supportive peers? Come join us for " The Tuesday Tea," a casual drop-in series where we dive into spicy conversations and bold takes often overlooked in Leadership and Higher Education. Enjoy teatime treats, eats, and all the details, plus take home a free keepsake mug. Will things get a little messy? Possibly. Come sip and find out!

  • A group of people sitting around a wooden table in a dimly lit room, playing a card game alongside food and drinks.

    “As Seen On TikTok” Game Night

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

    Discover the games taking TikTok by storm at this unique game night! Play a variety of board and indoor games that have gone viral on TikTok, and see which ones become your new favorites.

  • A black and white photograph showing a small patio dining setup next to an open glass paneled door. Diagonal streaks of sunlight cast shadow patterns across a wall behind a small square table paired with wrought-iron chairs.

    Intro to Photography: Capturing on Black and White Film

    Intro to Photography: Capturing on Black and White Film
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Are you interested in film photography? All skill levels are welcome for this hands-on black and white film photography workshop! We will cover the entire process from how to use a camera all the way to film development and printing! Participants will be provided with the materials needed, including cameras, film, paper, etc. and get full access to the studio space and step-by-step instruction! 

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

  • People ice skating and gathering on a large indoor ice rink surrounded by red barriers and facility seating.

    Ice Skating the Pettit Center

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

    Are you looking to get involved with Outdoor Pursuits? Well, lace up your skates, grab your mittens and get ready for an ice skating experience! Join Outdoor Pursuits as we carve up a night of fun at the Pettit Center.

  • Signage reading Cinema in red script above Chinese characters on a building facade.

    From the Archives: Alessandro Streccioni

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

    Programmed by MFA candidate Alessandro Streccioni From the Archives offers a rare opportunity for UWM Cinematic Arts MFA candidates to select and exhibit a program of films from the incredible print collection of the Film, Video, Animation, and New Genres Department's Cinema Arts Archive, constituting over 400 essential works on 16mm and 35mm film from a range of historic and contemporary cinematic traditions, including giants like Hollis Frampton, Bruce Baillie, and Deborah Stratman alongside many lesser-known gems eager to ignite curious minds. This expansive and unique program maps the ever-evolving landscape of avant-garde film, representing an emergent commitment to the...

  • Overhead illustration of two pairs of hands in sweater sleeves holding mugs of coffee on a teal background.

    Queer Women Coffee Hour

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

    Join us for a slow coffee morning to meet fellow queer-identifying women/individuals and create 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 provided! 

  • An overhead, close-up shot of several aluminum soda cans packed closely together, showing their pull-tab tops from above.

    Club Soda

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

    Club Soda is a weekly get-together with students who choose not to use for whatever reason. It is a great place to meet like-minded people and share experiences, information, and resources. Drop in at anytime!

  • A human hand reach toward a model of a hand, in homage to Creation of Adam by Michelangelo

    Courageous Conversations: Creativity vs. AI

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

    Join us for a conversation exploring the relationship between creativity and artificial intelligence. We'll discuss how AI is changing the way we create, the questions it raises about originality and expression, and how we can navigate the future of creativity together.