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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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  • A stack of assorted fabric swatches in various colors and patterns, including dark green, black with gold ornate circular motifs, yellow textured fabric, teal with a wave pattern, and striped maroon and white, all arranged against a plain white background.

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 2

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 2
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Curious 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 …

  • An illustration of a diverse group of individuals standing together. In the center, a medical professional wearing a white coat and a stethoscope around their neck stands with arms crossed, representing leadership or care. Behind them, several people of various backgrounds, ages, and styles are gathered, suggesting a theme of community, inclusivity, or healthcare for all.

    Informed & Empowered: Navigating PAP Smears

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

    An educational event on demystifying PAP smears to reduce fear and stigma, connect students with inclusive cervical health resources on and off campus, and to encourage empowerment within healthcare settings. A presentation will be led by Dr. Chakrabarti, MD, from Aurora, followed by a panel with …

  • Banner that reads 'OSRC FREE STORE: EARTH WEEK POP-UP". The image is colorful with a vibrant green and light blue. There are flowers, a shopping cart, and a cartoon image of the Earth bordering the text

    Earth Week Free Store Pop-Up

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

    In celebration of Earth Week, the OCRC is excited to partner with Conservation Club for a special Earth Week Free Store Pop-Up during this semester's Clothing Swap!

  • A person uses a laptop to design a piece of jewelry in a CAD software program, showing multiple 3D wireframe views of a green ring on the screen.

    Intro to 3D Modeling for Jewelry

    Intro to 3D Modeling for Jewelry
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In 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 …

  • Photo from the film "Bogancloch". It is a black and white photo with a bearded old man in the middle. Smoke is billowing around him

    Bogancloch

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

    New Releases A man's solitary life in a Scottish highland forest is portrayed through the changing seasons, with occasional encounters disrupting his otherwise isolated existence.  

  • Photo from the film "Father's Shadow". A man sits with two young boys. One boy is sitting on the man's lap. Behind them are racks of shoes. The three people look tired, the boy in the man's lap his his head resting on his hand

    My Father’s Shadow

    My Father’s Shadow
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    New Releases Over the course of a single day’s journey into and around Lagos, Folarin and his young sons, Aki and Remi, reckon with their relationship while navigating a city on the precipice of democratic crisis. As details of Folarin’s …

  • Photo from the film "Father's Shadow". A man sits with two young boys. One boy is sitting on the man's lap. Behind them are racks of shoes. The three people look tired, the boy in the man's lap his his head resting on his hand

    My Father’s Shadow

    My Father’s Shadow
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    New Releases Over the course of a single day’s journey into and around Lagos, Folarin and his young sons, Aki and Remi, reckon with their relationship while navigating a city on the precipice of democratic crisis. As details of Folarin’s …

  • Photo from the film "Bogancloch". It is a black and white photo with a bearded old man in the middle. Smoke is billowing around him

    Bogancloch

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

    New Releases A man's solitary life in a Scottish highland forest is portrayed through the changing seasons, with occasional encounters disrupting his otherwise isolated existence.  

  • 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 …

  • A ball of white yarn with two wooden knitting needles tucked through it, set against a clean, minimalist white background.

    Learn to knit: Create a Knitted Scarf

    Learn to knit: Create a Knitted Scarf
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Join SACC to knit a warm scarf! A fun and colorful way to learn to knit. This little scarf will feel great around your neck on cold Wisconsin mornings. We’ll learn basic knitting stitches and how to read a basic …

  • An overhead, close-up shot of a person using a wooden squeegee to pull dark ink across a screenprint mesh. The screen is burned with the text "STUDIO ARTS and CRAFT CENTRE" and a hand logo. A large open jar of vibrant purple ink sits in the foreground.

    Intermediate Screenprinting

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

    Welcome to SACC’s intermediate screenprinting workshop! In this class, participants will learn how to effectively make a 2-layer design for screen printing. Then they will coat a screen, burn it, and print the design. This workshop is great for those …

  • An overhead, close-up shot of a person using a wooden squeegee to pull dark ink across a screenprint mesh. The screen is burned with the text "STUDIO ARTS and CRAFT CENTRE" and a hand logo. A large open jar of vibrant purple ink sits in the foreground.

    Beginner Screenprinting Session 2

    Beginner Screenprinting Session 2
    UWM Student Union (UN) 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, United States

    In this class, participants will learn how to effectively make a design for screen printing. Then they will coat a screen, burn it, and print the design. This workshop is great for those who love printmaking, design, drawing, photography, and/or …