Refugees Find Helping Hands in Milwaukee Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Salam Fatayer More than 13-thousand refugees resettled in Wisconsin between 2002 and 2016, according to the State Department. Community members aim to change the fortunes of refugees in Milwaukee. Salam Fatayer reports.
Grandmother Recalls the Adventure of a Lifetime Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Zoey Vincent Katherine Haberle took a trip to Europe, that had some risks, and it ultimately changed her life forever. Zoey Vincent asked her grandmother about her story.
Denim Day Makes Strong Statement in #metoo Era Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Jennifer Leu The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee joined groups from around the community to raise awareness for sexual violence on Denim Day. Jennifer Leu has the story.
Adoption Fair Features Pets in Need of a Home Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Cynthia Crawford Rescue organizations, students and families gathered on a sunny afternoon to support the adoption of local animals in need. Cynthia Crawford reports.
Milwaukee Riverkeepers Hosts Earth Day Cleanup Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Claudia Delgadillo Volunteers fanned out along the banks of the Milwaukee River for the annual clean-up event. Claudia Delgadillo was there.
Milwaukee’s Acting Sheriff Takes Questions at Historic Newsroom Pub Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Royce Podeszwa Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt discussed public policy and his election campaign at the Milwaukee Press Club’s Newsroom Pub. Royce Podeszwa reports.
French Meal is Cultural Immersion for Students Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Kynnah Neal Students in UW-Milwaukee’s French 145 class prepared apple glazed chicken, artichokes and potatoes inspired by Brittany, France. Kynnah Neal got their perspectives on the course and the project.
Furry Mascots Promote Local Animal Shelters Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Sydney Ewert UW-Milwaukee’s 2nd Annual Pet Adoption Fair helped promote animal shelters in the Milwaukee area. Sydney Ewert reports.
Walk with Love, Not with Sight (Documentary) Posted on May 23, 2018July 15, 2021 by Phylicia Blake Explore life through the eyes of a blind man; everyday experiences are highlighted through a different lens. Interview with filmmaker Phylicia Blake:
D.I.Y. Touring (Documentary) Posted on May 22, 2018July 15, 2021 by Mackenzie Sima Eight 20-somethings take their bands on tour through the states of Illinois and Wisconsin. Interview with filmmaker Mackenzie Sima:
Dittmer’s Unusual Path to Division 1 Basketball Posted on May 21, 2018July 15, 2021 by Bradley Hanney After about two weeks of not hearing anything back after a tryout in hopes of walking onto UWM’s basketball team, Seth Dittmer thought the chances might be slim he was going to get another look. However, Dittmer eventually got an email back, asking him to come play with the team at an open gym. “It […]
Divers-city? (Documentary) Posted on May 21, 2018July 15, 2021 by Talis Shelbourne, Tiera Trammell and Sabrina Johnkins A diverse group of Milwaukee residents reflect on their experiences in Donald Trump’s America. Interview with filmmakers Sabrina Johnkins, Talis Shelbourne, and Tiera Trammell: Script for closed captioning: