Arts Programming
UW-Milwaukee arts programming encompasses a diverse array of courses and activities designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills among students.
These programs typically include visual arts, performing arts, and digital arts, providing students with opportunities to engage in painting, sculpture, music, theater, dance, and multimedia projects. By integrating traditional artistic practices with modern technology, arts programming encourages students to explore new forms of expression and communication. Such programs often emphasize collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning, preparing students for careers in creative industries and enriching their overall educational experience. Through hands-on projects, exhibitions, and performances, university arts programming cultivates a vibrant and dynamic environment where students can develop their talents and contribute to the cultural fabric of their communities.
Union Art Gallery
The Union Art Gallery (UAG) is an art space dedicated to the exhibition of diverse, contemporary art.
The UAG presents a broad range of visual art by exhibiting work in all mediums by local, regional, and national emerging and established artists. In addition, the Union Art Gallery prides itself on being an accessible space for UWM student artists to exhibit and learn.
- Showcasing groundbreaking contemporary art: We bring the latest trends and artistic voices to our exhibitions.
- Celebrating diversity: Our exhibits reflect the vibrant tapestry of cultures within the university and the broader Milwaukee area.
- Fostering connections: We bridge the gap between the university and the public through engaging art and cultural programs.
- Empowering artists: We champion student, emerging, and established artists by providing them with a platform to create and showcase their innovative visual art.
Studio Arts & Craft Centre
Unleash Your Creativity at the Studio Arts & Craft Centre (SACC)!
The SACC is a vibrant hub for artistic exploration open to all members of the UWM community, and offers a wide range of resources to fuel your artistic journey
- Develop your skills through engaging classes and workshops led by experienced instructors.
- Explore new mediums in a supportive and positive studio environment.
- Find creative fulfillment and express yourself through various art forms.
- Open studio space: Work on your own projects with access to basic equipment.
- Specialized studios: Hone your craft in dedicated areas for ceramics, photography, fibers, metals, and printmaking.
Union Cinema
Since 1972, the Union Cinema has been providing UWM and the local community with a diverse, entertaining, and intellectually engaging film and video program.
During the academic year, the Union Cinema offers first-run foreign, domestic, documentary and experimental films, as well as “cinema classics” from all over the world. The Cinema strives to help develop a broader understanding and appreciation of the universal language of film and is a vital and unique venue for film and video.
- Diverse Film Selection: Experience a wide range of movies throughout the academic year, including first-run foreign films, domestic releases, documentaries, experimental works, and international cinema classics.
- Global Perspective: Broaden your understanding of film as a universal language by exploring stories and styles from across the globe.
- Unique Venue: Immerse yourself in the magic of cinema at Union Cinema, a vibrant hub for film and video exploration.