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Events
Crossing Over – Opening Reception
The fall student exhibition, Crossing Over, 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 fellowship award in the 2026/2027 school year. This yearly exhibition …
Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAre 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 …
Intro to Stained Glass Session 3
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn 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 …
The Hungry Games
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 …
Tuesday Tea
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEver 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 …
Intro to Photography: Capturing on Black and White Film
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAre 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 …
Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAre 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 …
Queer Women Coffee Hour
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 …
Courageous Conversations: Creativity vs. AI
Courageous Conversations: Creativity vs. AI Wednesday, November 18 2 PM - 3 PM | First-Generation+ Resource Center (Union EG39) 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 …
Fall Film Premiere: The Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaping
Join us for a special screening of Sunrise on the Reaping as we return to Panem for another unforgettable story. Grab your friends, settle in with some snacks, and experience the latest chapter of The Hunger Games saga together on …
Intro to Weaving
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn this class, participants will discover basic frame tapestry-weaving techniques and develop their knowledge and vocabulary in fiber arts! Strategies developed throughout the course will enable participants to design and produce their own unique tapestry!
Gelli Plate Monotypes
Gelli plates are versatile printmaking tools that make it easy to create colorful, one-of-a-kind prints. Participants will explore techniques such as magazine image transfers, layered printing, and stencil work to create a variety of unique effects. Finished prints can be …