Power of the Pen: The Art of Loving inspired by Olivia Dean
Inspired by Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving album, we will delve into the variety of ways love shows up in our lives.
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Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring *aya
*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.
Power of the Pen: DIY Zines/Comics
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
Lyrical Sanctuary Featuring Social Cig
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.
Power of the Pen: Natural World
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 world.
Lyrical Sanctuary Presents Student Showcase
Celebrate the final Lyrical Sanctuary of the semester with an evening dedicated to the incredible talent within our own UWM community! Join us as our amazing student poets take center stage, sharing their voices, stories, and artistry. Come be inspired, uplifted, and reminded of the power of creativity as we close out the year with this special showcase of campus brilliance.
Lead The Change
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 …
Ethical Leadership Workshop
National Hazing Prevention Week is September 22-26. Join us for an ethical leadership workshop, to equip leaders with the tools to be great leaders!
Bound Less – Ellee Spalding Drawing Workshop
Join us for a Drawing workshop centered on integrating randomness into art with Ellee in the Union Art Gallery. Our spaces are to all we look forward to having you.
Intro to Stained Glass Session 3
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 …