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Geek Week<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n

Unleash your inner geek at our annual Geek Week! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This exciting series of events is designed to celebrate and explore the diverse interests that make up our vibrant geek culture. From technology and gaming to science fiction and fantasy, there\u2019s something for everyone. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer, a tech enthusiast, a comic book aficionado, or just curious, Geek Week is the place to be.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n2026 Featured Events!<\/a>\n\n\n\nJoin the Planning Team!<\/a>\n\n\n\nView Full Geek Week 2026 Calendar<\/a>\n\n\n\nSubmit a Geek Week Event!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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2026 Featured Events!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\"Cruise<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Murder Mystery: Set Sail for Disaster<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Monday March 2nd | Union Ballroom | 7pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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 solve the case before the ship reaches shore? This event begins at 7pm. Please arrive on time to participate fully.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Perler<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Crafternoon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday March 3rd | Union Concourse | 12-2pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s get crafty! Let out your inner geek with some creative pop-culture themed crafts that you can take with you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Kpop<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pop Culture Karaoke<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday March 3rd | Union Fireside Lounge | 8-10pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grab your friends and warm up your voices to unleash your inner pop star with songs from all over pop culture! With songs from Shrek to K-Pop Demon Hunters to the Muppets. Musically themed snacks will be available. For those who aren’t interested in taking the stage, we have have personal activities to enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Mario<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mario Party IRL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday March 4th | Union Ballroom | 4-6pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you love Mario Party? Grab your friends for real-life Mario Party minigames! Exchange coins you collect for awesome Mario-themed prizes. Or come just to hangout and play classic Mario Party with others! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Crafts\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Geeky Vendor Fair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thursday March 5th | Union Concourse | 10am – 3pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to level up your space with a touch of geeky magic? Join us at the Geeky Vendor Fair, where local Milwaukee creators bring fandom-inspired art, treasures, and curiosities to life! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Tom<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Distinguished Lecture Series: Tom Kenny<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thursday March 5th | Wisconsin Room | 7pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy an evening with the man behind the voices, Tom Kenny! For more information on this event and to reserve your ticket, visit our Distinguished Lecture Series webpage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"AMKE<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Trip to Anime MKE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Friday March 6th | Union Concourse | Bus Departs at 11am<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a trip to the Anime Milwaukee Convention downtown to celebrate anime, manga, Asian culture, music, gaming and more! Registration opens at 10:30am. Bus departs at 11:00am. Transportation back to UWM will not be provided. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\"Cheesecake\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Fandoms and Frosting “Nailed It”<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Friday March 6th | Union Ballroom | 3-5pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fandoms and Frosting is back with a twist! Put your dessert decorating skills to the test in UWM’s geeky version of Netflix’s “Nailed it.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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More To Geek Out About!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\"A
DND Resin Dice Making<\/a><\/div>
Hosted by the Studio Arts & Crafts Center<\/div>
All Week | By appointment

Find us in the Craft Centre for DIY resin Dungeon and Dragons 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 to take home.

Reserve an Appointment<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"Gasthaus
The Great Gasthaus Geek Off<\/div>
Hosted by The Gasthaus, Union Rec Center

Tuesday March 3rd | Gasthaus | 6-7pm<\/div>
Join us in the Gasthaus as we travel through the multiverse of questions! Team up with up to 4 friends and prove that you know everything there is to know about geek culture! <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"Patrick
Patrick’s Rockin’ Reef Party<\/div>
Hosted by Campus Activities Board

Wednesday March 4th | Union Concourse | 12-2pm<\/div>
Get ready to channel your inner starfish and dive under the sea for a fin-tastic time at Patrick’s Rockin’ Reef Party! Join us for a creative and relaxing time inspired by everyone’s favorite pink pal from Spongebob SquarePants. Make your very own mini aquarium to take home – complete with colorful rocks, plants, and mini SpogeBob character figures to bring your reef to life! Whether you’re a marine life enthusiast or just looking for a chill, hands-on activity, this event is SHORE to make a splash. Don’t be a barnacle – grab your friends and float on over for a rockin’ good time! <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"Leadership
Leadership Level Up<\/div>
Hosted by Student Leadership Programs

Wednesday March 4th | Union Fireside Lounge | 2-4pm<\/div>
Grab your friends and test your leadership skills! Join and play Jackbox games like Talking Points and Bather’ Round as well as Keep Talking and No One Explodes, where your communication and strategy skills will be put to the challenge. Laugh and learn together as you play! Are you ready to take the lead?<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"puzzle\"
Ultimate Geeky Puzzle Competition<\/div>
Hosted by Society of Women Engineers, Student Involvement

Wednesday March 4th | Union Fireside Lounge | 7-9pm<\/div>
Join the Society of Women Engineers for the ultimate geeky puzzle competition! Put your brains to the test as you and your squad go head-to-head with fellow puzzle enthusiasts for the coveted title of Geek Week Puzzle Champions! Will you crack the code and emerge victorious? Or will the puzzles defeat you?<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\"Film
Film Screening: Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World<\/div>
Hosted by Prowl Radio, Union Cinema

Friday March 6th | Union Cinema | 7-9:30pm<\/div>
Join UWM’s only student radio station, Prowl Radio, to watch the geekiest film we could think of! Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World! <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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Join the Geek Week Planning Crew!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Plan Your Passion!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Geek Week Planning Assembly (or GWPA) plans and executes many of the Geek Week events! Students collaborate to create a diverse schedule that covers a range of niche interests. No matter what you geek out about, we want to share your passion and vision!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Craft The Schedule!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Collaborate with student organizations and campus partners to help their vision come to life! Geek Week is comprised of 20+ events that cover all corners of geek culture. Brainstorm must-see events, workshops, and screenings that’ll leave everyone geeking out!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Master Marketing!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Construct a concept and theme, design eye-catching posters, and create social media campaigns to share with students! Past themes include summer camp, tarot, and more!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

This is your chance to unleash your inner geek, collaborate with a team equally passionate, and leave your mark on Geek Week history! So, what are you waiting for? We’d love to hear from you! Let’s make this Geek Week one for the ages!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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