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Sociocultural Programming

Phone 414-229-5780
Email activities@uwm.edu
Website https://uwm.edu/studentinvolvement/get-involved/sociocultural/
Sociocultural Programming explores and celebrates differences and commonalities related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, spirituality, cognitive and physical ability, socioeconomic status and more. We work in collaboration with student organizations, academic departments, campus resource centers, and the Milwaukee community.  
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  • Light green and pink banner image. Black text reads "Sisters Like Me" above the image and below "With DJ Gemini Gilly". DJ Gemini Gilly is pictured in the middle of the image, looking at the camera with a neutral expression at the bottom of the image explains the event "Sisters Like Me is an annual feel-good gathering where Black women-identified students come together to laugh, connect, and celebrate all the magic they bring to UWM. It’s a space for sharing stories, honoring culture, and building real sisterhood—alongside Black women from both campus and the Milwaukee community. Come for the conversation, stay for the vibes, and leave feeling more connected than ever."

    Sisters Like Me

    Lubar Entrepreneurship Center & UWM Welcome Center (LECWC) 2100 E. Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Sisters Like Me is an annual feel-good gathering where Black women-identified students come together to laugh, connect, and celebrate all the magic they bring to UWM. It’s a space for sharing stories, honoring culture, and building real sisterhood—alongside Black women …

  • Dancers and musicians performing

    Black History Month Closing Celebration

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

    Celebrate the finale of Black History Month with an unforgettable community gathering! Savor delicious food from Immy’s African Cuisine, experience the vibrant artistry of Ko-Thi Dance Company, and get moving with lively line dancing hosted by Fraternity & Sorority Life. Come together in joy, rhythm, and community as we honor Black history, culture, and legacy! 

  • Photo of *aya

    Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring *aya

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

    *aya is a Palestinian singer/songwriter based in Milwaukee, creating a unique blend of indie and soul that resonates deeply with listeners. With a smooth, jazzy voice, *aya writes about universal themes like self-reflection, love, loss, mental health, and personal growth, making their music both intimate and relatable. Inspired by the artistry of Jill Scott, Ari Lennox, Faye Webster, Amy Winehouse, and Outkast, they seamlessly weave together genres to create a sound that’s unmistakably their own. 

  • Covers of many zines

    Power of the Pen: DIY Zines/Comics

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

    Discover the expressive world of zines and comics as we experiment with storytelling, illustration, and creative self-publishing. This hands-on workshop invites participants to craft their own mini-works and explore how personal stories come alive on the page 

  • A man and a woman sit near each other holding hands

    Men Offering & Seeking Support: Mental Health Stigma

    Northwest Quadrant Building (NWQ) 2025 E Newport Ave., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Men are expected to "hold it together", to be strong. But what does it mean to be emotionally vulnerable? 

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

    Courageous Conversations: AI and Creativity

    First-Generation+ Resource Center (EG39) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    This dialogue invites participants to unpack how emerging technologies challenge, inspire, and transform our creative lives. Come engage in a brave, imaginative conversation about what it means to create alongside AI. 

  • This image is a promotional flyer for a panel discussion titled "Navigating Relationships." The design features a light gray background with portraits of five speakers and red decorative line art weaving between them.

    Asian Faculty and Staff Association Social & Mahjong Night

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

    Join the Asian Faculty & Staff Association (AFSA) for a laidback mixer at the Gasthaus to connect, build community, and expand your support network at UWM. The Chinese Club at UWM and the MKE Mahjong Social Group will host mahjong …

  • Cartoon style image that reads "Lead The Change" with six cartoon student-age people raising their fists and giving 'peace sign' fingers

    Lead The Change

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

    The world isn’t just around you, it’s also in your hands and you have the power to make change! Join us for Lead the Change as we engage in community-style discussions and activities. This three-week program gives students of all identities the …

  • Photo of artist Social Cig

    Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring Social Cig

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

    Born & brewed in Wisconsin, Social Cig is the ‘Indie-Skate-Rock’ music project of Parker Schultz. Consisting of contagious authenticity, cheery live shows, and cultivating an original story with an attitude of gratitude, Social Cig is creating full-circle moments. While leafing through US music scenes with an ambitious DIY approach and writing songs that capture a genuine outlook from a modern-day Midwest cowboy, Social Cig has become a well-rounded grassroots venture. 

  • Blue banner with cartoon trees. White lettering reads "Power of the Pen" blue lettering below it reads "Natural World". "Thursday April 9 | 4-5pm Departing from Union Concourse"

    Power of the Pen: Natural World

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

    Thursday, April 9  4-5pm | Union Concourse  Join us for a reflective nature walk where we’ll pause, observe, and draw inspiration from the landscapes around us. Through guided prompts and gentle exploration, participants will craft poetry that deepens their connection to the natural …

  • Photo from the film "Didi". The title character is on a bus with his head laying against the glass. He has a tired and irritated expression

    Didi

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

    New Releases | Free For Everyone! In 2008, during the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can't teach him: how to skate, how to flirt, and how to …