Faces of UWM

Produced by Stephanie Goetsch Eelisa works hard to manage highs and lows and succeed in school.

Katie Kuchenreuther wasn’t sure how honest she could be with her sisters; she soon found out.

UW-Milwaukee student Melanie Ricks made the cut for the Milwaukee Bucks Energy Dance Team.

Journalism student Katie Frank spends as much time at Bayshore Mall as she does on campus.

Paige Dimond didn’t realize it at first, but alcohol was stealing her dreams.

UW-Milwaukee student Anne Matteucci is crazy about the Beatles.

Returning UWM student Howard Leu views the city differently because of his background in architecture.

Jacqueline Strunc has been playing guitar since she was a child. Now the recent UWM graduate makes her own music, complete with original lyrics.

For Mike Bohn, rock climbing is more than a sport; it’s a way to connect with a higher power.

Student Anthony Atkins’ drive and competitive spirit help him succeed.

UW-Milwaukee journalism major Ben Slane was planning to go to college in Colorado. Then he got a call from his brother, who was serving in the U.S. Army.

UW-Milwaukee student Clair Sprenger found a book on budgeting that changed her outlook.