“UWM hasn’t improved when it comes to more opportunities and advancements for POC.” Posted on November 9, 2021August 23, 2023 by Darius Hayes Junior Alyssa English is vice president of the National Society of Black Engineers at UWM and involved with Leaders Igniting Transformation, which advocates for an equitable society. She spoke with Darius Hayes. (Hayes) How do you feel the culture on campus is right now? (English) I feel the culture at UWM is pretty much the […]
“People are tired of letting injustice go, and that’s a good feeling.” Posted on November 8, 2021November 9, 2021 by Darius Hayes Isaiah Hernadez a freshman and neuroscience major. He talked with Darius Hayes about the environment for minorities at UWM now that classes are back in person. (Darius Hayes) How do you feel the culture on campus is right now? (Hernandez) Somewhat segregated, but still together. I don’t feel any constant amounts of prejudice. I think […]
UWM Women’s Volleyball Cap Perfect Homestand With a Sweep Posted on October 23, 2021December 16, 2021 by Darius Hayes The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Women’s Volleyball team took on Indiana University Jaguars in a Horizon League Conference Matchup. Darius Hayes has the story.
Faces of UWM: The Multimedia Editor Posted on September 30, 2021November 18, 2021 by Darius Hayes After switching majors, UWM senior Lauren Clausing has a clear vision for her future.
The People’s Revolution Honors 200th day of Consecutive Action Posted on December 24, 2020December 24, 2020 by Darius Hayes A protest movement demanding social and racial justice and an end to police brutality began and hundreds of demonstrators gathered, sparked by the death of George Floyd under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer. Since spring, a mixed-race group known as The People’s Revolution has been carrying out the daily marches and demonstrations. The […]
Sheriff Clarke Leads MAGA Rally With Proud Boys Outside Mayfair Mall Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Darius Hayes A crowd of 500-600 people gathered at the intersection of N. Mayfair Rd and W. North Ave., near the entrance of Mayfair Mall, to rally against the outcome of the U.S. 2020 election and support President Donald Trump. The event featured former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke and the Proud Boys, an all-male, far-right organization, […]
Burlington School Board Meeting Shut Down by Protesters Posted on November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 by Darius Hayes BURLINGTON — A Burlington Area School Board meeting ended Monday night with chanting, arguments, School Board members walking away and a police presence. BASD held their meeting and one of the items on the agenda was adopting an anti-racism policy and curriculum. Such policies have been internally discussed since March. This also comes after a […]
Was The Mayor’s Order Necessary? Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 by Darius Hayes The Wauwatosa Common Council held a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss Mayor Dennis McBride’s Emergency Proclamation for a city-wide curfew held in the city. The debate continued, and questions emerged about the emergency order. McBride signed the order for a city-wide curfew on Sept. 30. This occurred one week before Milwaukee County District Attorney […]