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  • Photo of a table covered with parchment paper and people using modeling clay. There are two hands at the forefront of the picture manipulating a clay portrait of a face. The lips and nose are complete, and the person is working on the chin area.

    Intro to Ceramic Hand Building Techniques Session 1

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

    In this 6-week course, you’ll explore the essentials of three different hand-building techniques to create functional and decorative pieces: a textured coaster set, an imaginative trinket box, and a unique abstract flower vase. This course is perfect for all experience …

  • A photo of a pile of 20-sided dice. There are many colors represented, mostly red, black, and white.

    Geek Week DIY Resin Dice

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

    Find us in the Craft Centre for DIY resin dice! Appointments will be on a first come, first served basis and Craft Centre staff will walk you through the steps of creating a unique, personal set of dice for you …

  • Banner with blue background. Forefront has a balled up paper and a paper airplane

    Flight Competition

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

    Put your engineering and design skills to the test in Flight Competition. Build teams of 2-4 students to compete against other teams in building a plane that flies the furthest distance. You will be working with balsa wood materials that …

  • Brick wall with an old book propped against it. The pages are fanned out and they are faded with use

    Love at First Page

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

    Have you ever read a book and fallen for one of the characters? Are your TikTok likes full of thirst traps and fanart based on your favorite book? Join us as we recreate “The Dating Game” and figure out which …

  • A hand holding an etching tool applying a design to a print plate
    Drypoint Intaglio

    Drypoint Intaglio

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

    In this class, we will be exploring intaglio printmaking by making and printing drypoint PVC plates. Learn to bevel a plate, set a press, and experiment with ways to customize a print. This workshop is great for anyone who loves to draw and is curious about printmaking. No experience is necessary!

  • Image of a white sewing machine.
    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    Sewing Machine Basics: Patchwork Session 1

    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 …

  • Yacht on water. In the sky a skull appears as a shape in the clouds.

    Murder Mystery: Set Sail For Disaster

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

    It's a reunion night on the open seas! Join your fellow "alumni" for a cruise filled with laughter, nostalgia...and a twist. When a shocking murder interrupts the celebration, every guest becomes part of the investigation. The question is: Can you …

  • Photo of pixelated versions of popular Mario images. There are assorted enemies and setting pieces from classic Mario games, all arranged in rows

    Crafternoon

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

    Let's get crafty! Let out your inner geek with some creative pop-culture themed crafts that you can take with you. Sponsored by the Geek Week Planning Assembly

  • Image from the anime NARUTO. Naruto and Sasuke are facing off against each other, with fists cocked and blue flashes of light between them

    Anime Watch Party

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

    All the best episodes! Join us Geek Week 2026 for an anime marathon featuring hit shows like Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, Cowboy Bebop, and more. Open to all! Co-Hosted by the Japanese Cultural Association and the First-Generation+ Resource Center For …

  • Photo of a microphone with a pop filter in front of it. A red velvet curtain is drawn behind the equipment

    Voice Over Acting: Let’s Talk Funny

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

    Work with an Instructor and Students from the BFA Acting Program to explore skills and process of creating character voices for fun and profit! Try your hand at providing Voice-Overs with provided scripts and video clips for commercials and animation. …

  • Photo of someone writing on character sheets. You can only see their forearm and hand as it holds a pen. There is a mug at the edge of the table

    Create A Character Journal

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

    Join us in making a character journal! A character journal is a creative and insightful tool often used by writers, actors, and students to devel deeply into the lives of and minds of fictional characters. It can be a narrative …

  • Cartoon style tea cup spilling tea onto the canvas, sign reads "Tuesday Tea". There are also round button images that read "Free Mugs" and "Free Treats"
    Tuesday Tea

    Tuesday Tea

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

    Ever wished for a space on campus to spill the tea or discuss important topics with supportive peers? Come join us for “The Tuesday Tea,” a casual drop-in series where we dive into spicy conversations and bold takes often overlooked …