Student Affairs Events and Activities
Events
Museums & More – Trout Museum of Art
Arts Programming and the Union Art Gallery are pleased to be going to the Trout Museum of Art and the Wriston Art Galleries for the spring 2026 Museums & More trip! This event is free for students including transportation, lunch, …
Two By Jim Jarmsuch: Mystery Train
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesAloof teenage Japanese tourists, a frazzled Italian widow, and a disgruntled British immigrant all converge in the city of dreams—which, in Mystery Train, from Jim Jarmusch, is Memphis. Made with its director’s customary precision and wit, this triptych of stories …
Two By Jim Jarmsuch: Father, Mother, Sister Brother
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThree stories concerning the relationships between adult children, their somewhat distant parents, and each other: a reclusive father visited by his grown children in the US, sisters visiting their novelist mother in Dublin, and adult twins called back to their …
Intro to 3D Modeling for Jewelry
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesIn this workshop you will be introduced to the process of designing and 3D modeling jewelry in the CAD program, Rhinoceros. You will learn basic functions and modeling commands commonly used for making essential forms like rings and pendants, including …
Student Excellence Awards
Join us for the Student Excellence Awards ceremony at UW–Milwaukee, an annual celebration recognizing the outstanding contributions that make our campus thrive. This special event honors the dedication, leadership, and impact of students, organizations, employees, and professional staff who inspire …
Denim Customization Lab
Stop by the Studio Arts and Craft Centre to get crafty with Denim! Staff will be available to walk you through denim-themed projects. Use some of our provided denim material, or bring your own!
Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 2
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCurious about sewing but feeling a little intimidated by sewing machines? In this class, we’ll break down the basics, guiding you step-by-step through operating a sewing machine and creating your own patchwork piece. You’ll learn essential techniques and terminology to …
Ask a Nurse
Sandburg Residence Halls (SAN) 3400 North Maryland Ave,, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesStop by the new Ask a Nurse table to speak with a nurse from the Student Health and Wellness Center. Ask a medical question, learn about SHAW services, sign up for the Patient Portal, and so much more.
Club Soda
UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesClub Soda (formerly known as ‘Sober Socials’) 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. For more information, visit …
Kayaking Lake Michigan
Klotsche Center (KC) 3409 North Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesTrip Dates: 4/28 3-6:30pm and 5/1 3-6:30pm 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 …
Intro to Stained Glass Session 4
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 …
The Animation Showcase 2026: Getting Cooked
Special Event The Animation Showcase returns to the Union Cinema for their 2026 series, featuring the latest and greatest from our Animation/Film students. This year’s edition features student work across all forms of storytelling. From digital to traditional, claymation to …