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UWM Student Union (UN)

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2200 East Kenwood Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53211 United States Get Directions
Phone 414-229–4825
Website https://uwm.edu/union/
The UWM Student Union is the center of campus life, with over 27,000 visitors each day during the academic terms. The union is designed to help students find community, build relationships, and make memories.

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  • Teal banner image with a ribbon. White lettering reads "Sexual Assault Awareness Month"

    Sexual Assault Awareness Month Kick-Off

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

    Join Student Involvement and the Campus Activities Board to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the Union Concourse with crafts, treats, and more.

  • Black and white photo from "The Dog Who Wouldn’t Be Quiet". A figure stands to the right of the photo in a long barren but plowed field. The appears to be daytime in the fall, winter, or early spring because there are no leaves in the trees that mark the perimeter of the land.

    The Dog Who Wouldn’t Be Quiet (El perro que no calla)

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

    Director: Ana Katz 2020 Argentina | 73 minutes *Join us after the film for a short discussion with UWM film studies professor Tami Williams! In a story both tender and absurd, Sebastián drifts through a life shaped by work, chance, …

  • Photo of three small 'polaroid' style photos. Top photo depicts a silhouette of a female presenting person, with stars dotting the bounds of their head. A caption on the picture reads "Photography as you don't know it". Below this photo is a photo of someone holding the pin of a camera and says "hello, photography"

    Photo Social Night

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

    Interested in photography and our darkroom space? Meet up with other patrons each month to work on photo-related projects. Each session will have a follow-along photo activity available, but personal projects are encouraged! Stop by, ask questions, and try out …

  • Photo from "The First Women". Six women stand in chairs in their soccer kits. They are all smiling at the camera, most of them have their arm on one another's shoulder to show their comradery

    The First Women (As Primeiras)

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

    Director: Adriana Yañez 2024 Brazil | 78 minutes When women’s football is outlawed in Brazil in 1941, the game is forced into the shadows until its re-legalization in 1979. This documentary follows the first players to return to professional competition, who were discovered young and asked …

  • Banner style image colored with assorted shades of pink. Four silhouettes of women-presenting people are depicted on the left side of the image. On the right reads "W.O.M.A.N Empowerment Series"

    W.O.M.A.N.

    W.O.M.A.N.
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Searching for a weekly safe place for women or anyone affected misogyny?  Come to W.O.M.A.N where you can learn how to empower and to feel empowered with fellow allies.  Women Overcoming Misogyny And Noise teaches you how to verbalize your feelings, turn them into …

  • Photo with a Bird's Eye view of unopened beverage can tops. There are 10 cans depicted. You can only see three cans entirely, the other ones are cut off at the borders of the image

    Club Soda

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

    Club 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 …

  • Button style image that reads "Latin American Film Series" The first letter in each word is highlighted, it alternates in colors. The "L" and "F" are both colored red and the "A" and "S" are yellow colored. Around the centered image in smaller letters reads "Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies. UWM student involvement & Union Cinema"

    The 47th Annual Latin American Film Series

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

    Special Event // March 31st - April 4th UWM’s Latin American Film Series returns this April for its 47th year, showcasing recent feature-length films from across Latin America and the Caribbean. This year’s lineup includes a variety of dramatic, comedic, …

  • Banner that reads "Bullet Journaling". Two button images below depict colorful tape and a journal

    Pages with Purpose

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

    Drop in and get organized! Pages with Purpose is a creative bullet journaling session designed just for student leaders. Set goals, track habits, and plan your semester—all while learning how to use journaling as a tool for leadership growth. We’ll …

  • Photo of Journalist Fatma Hassona. She is dressed in black traditional Muslim clothing, she wears a backpack and has a smartphone in her hand. She is smiling.

    Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk

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

    New Releases Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk offers an intimate, first-hand perspective on life under siege in Gaza, captured through video calls between director Sepideh Farsi and 25-year-old Palestinian photojournalist and poet Fatma Hassona. Combining raw immediacy …

  • Photo of a sandy beach. The water cannot be seen, but the sky is blue with white, fluffy clouds. A blue and yellow volleyball rests close to the camera

    Spring Break Pre-Games

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

    Kick off Spring Break with fun, games, and good vibes! FitWell is bringing the energy with tabletop, yard, and party games—come play! While you’re there, swing by the Student Health and Wellness Center (SHAW) and UWMPD tables for tips on …

  • Woman holding an infant in one arm.

    Student Parent Coffee Hour

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

    Connect with fellow student parents and discover campus resources designed to support those with caregiving responsibilities. Enjoy coffee, tea, and a breakfast treat while building community and finding support.