Student Approaches to Online Classes Vary During Pandemic Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 by Samuel Dehring Some students embrace their online studies, some complain but find ways to adapt, and other take a break from school.
Millennial and Gen Z Voters Increase Their Political Influence Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 by Daniel King Millennials came of age during the Great Recession, while Gen Zers have been challenged by COVID-19 and its reshaping of the social, political and economic landscapes. But both these generations find their political influence growing.
Computer Connections are Frustrating for Student Groups Posted on October 29, 2020November 2, 2020 by Hannah Borchert It’s hard for college students to be social—and socially distant—during a pandemic. Communicating virtually is one way to stay connected, but it has its flaws.
Reflections on a Pandemic Posted on October 14, 2020July 16, 2024 by JAMS 204 fall 2020 Journalism students practice interviewing and audio editing by talking with friends and loved ones about their lives in 2020.
Educators Create New Routines for Students at Home Posted on May 26, 2020August 31, 2020 by Tanasia Shaw Milwaukee educators have been guiding students and navigating big changes in education since schools closed in March. Tanasia Shaw reports.
Milwaukee Nurses Remain on Front Lines During Pandemic Posted on May 19, 2020August 31, 2020 by Thomas Hoffman Day after day, Milwaukee nurses are on the front lines in the Wisconsin city hardest hit by Covid-19. Tom Hoffman reports.
Video Games Strengthen a Fragile Bond for Sisters Stuck at Home Posted on May 18, 2020August 31, 2020 by Payton Bachochin When her classes suddenly moved online, UW-Milwaukee student Payton Bachochin reluctantly returned home to Illinois. Since then, she and younger sister, Tenley, have been playing nostalgic video games from their childhood.
Virtual Dance Class is a Refuge for Milwaukee Boy Posted on May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 by Daniel Valadez-Reyes 11-year-old Jesus Vallafana’s Mexican Folklore dance class has moved online, but it’s still a bright spot during long days of quarantine. Jesus’s cousin, Daniel Valdez-Reyes, asked him about it.
A Time to Reflect on Why We Travel Posted on May 18, 2020May 19, 2020 by Max Mitchelson Since the coronavirus started making people’s worlds much smaller, Max Mitchelson has been exploring other places via virtual travel and his friends’ stories.
Food-Sharing Ministry Born of Hard Times Posted on May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 by Robert Zwaska A Milwaukee man credits God for his journey from drugs and alcohol to leading a unique food program. Chris Capper talks with Bob Zwaska about his mission. To learn more, visit https://www.jomministry.org.
Fiction: A Summer of Heat Posted on May 14, 2020May 14, 2020 by Amanda Niebauer Summer in Phillips, Wisconsin, is filled with lemonade, sun and small-town gossip about who caught the biggest fish. For Tabitha and her best friend, Allison, summer is also the perfect time for revenge.
Friends Get Out for Some Fresh Air and ‘Frolfing’ Posted on May 14, 2020August 31, 2020 by Grayson Sewell During the pandemic, one group of friends is finding a way to enjoy each other’s company and stay active by disc golfing west of Waukesha. Grayson Sewell went along.