Faces of UWM: The Magazine Writer Posted on September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 by Liam O'Donnell UW-Milwaukee journalism major and UWM Post editor in chief Brianna Schubert had an unforgettable three-week journalism program experience in New York City.
Faces of UWM: The Sports Fan Posted on September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 by Brianna Schubert Liam O’Donnell has always been a sports fan. Now he’s taking that love for sports and turning it into a career.
Thank the Honeybees at Hatch Distillery Posted on June 1, 2021June 24, 2021 by Elizabeth Charney Craft distillers throughout the United States are distilling honey to create unique spirits with new aromatic and flavor notes. Hatch Distillery Co. in Egg Harbor, Wisconsin uses honey it produces in creative ways to bring a new image to spirits. Chris Roedl, co-owner at Hatch Distilling Co., started with a small number of beehives as […]
How UWM HYPE Creates a Welcoming Environment for Dancers Posted on May 25, 2021June 24, 2021 by Abigail Theis In this short documentary, Abbie Theis introduces us to HYPE, a hip-hop dance club at UWM. Take a closer look at HYPE during a regular weekly practice and learn of its impact on UWM as well as the Milwaukee college community.
Like Grandpa Like Grandson: Ripon Area Fire District Posted on May 25, 2021June 24, 2021 by Aaron Granados In this short documentary, Aaron Granados introduces us to Tyler and Ron, two locals who besides being family members are also part of the same firefighting crew.
A Day in the Life of a DoorDash Driver Posted on May 25, 2021May 25, 2021 by Lucas Kovnesky Lucas Kovnesky takes us on a ride with a local DoorDash driver. Experience the joy and struggles the job brings in this short documentary.
Former Student Reflects on Challenges for Native Americans in College Posted on May 21, 2021October 17, 2021 by Basim Al Marjan Born and raised in Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation near Hayward, Wis., Billyjack Parent, 24, graduated from UWM in 2020 with a degree in Japanese Language and a minor in Political Science. He currently is enrolled in a Stanford postgraduate program and lives with his brother in Ann Arbor, Mich. Q: For those who don’t have […]
Volunteers Tackle Invasive Species at the Urban Ecology Center Posted on May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 by Haley Wichman On the last day of Earth Week, volunteers walked the woods of Riverside Park to remove some of the spring’s most common invasive species, preventing them from spreading further through the area. Spending a morning weeding seems like a small task, but can leave a big impact on Milwaukee’s biodiversity, which helps keep the land […]
Dog Training Takes Commitment from Owners and Pups Posted on May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 by Kassie Rotz The perspective of a dog is often overlooked when a people are considering a new pet to add to the family. Thoughts about how cute a dog looks often overshadow the consideration of the type of lifestyle the dog requires. Aley Horner, 22, understands the importance of learning about different canine communication styles. She is […]
Milwaukee Women’s Baseball: The Evolution of First Hits to Home Runs Posted on May 14, 2021May 18, 2021 by Allison Peoples As men go to war and sports become popular entertainment, the girls and women take their chance at the plate and begin the game of women’s baseball. When people think about baseball in Milwaukee their first thought directs towards the huge Brewers Stadium/American Family Field in the middle of the city where the famously know […]
Dollywood Fans Adjust to Covid Changes Posted on May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 by Brady Jager PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — The line of guests waiting to ride Lighting Rod, a 1950s-era roller coaster, wrapped around gift shops and food stands in Dollywood’s vintage-themed Jukebox Junction area, just 15 minutes after the park’s opening on April 23. Among those anticipating a daring thrill on the wooden-and-steel-hybrid ride, Sydney Held, 24, and Amy […]
Asian Women Take Home Big Awards Making Oscars History Posted on May 5, 2021May 5, 2021 by Margaret Tews Chloe Zhao became the first Asian woman to win best director at the Oscars, and the second woman ever to do so. The 93rd Oscars were held April 25 and with Zhao and her work already winning a combined two Golden Globes, four Critics Choice Awards, and two BAFTAs, this year it was not a […]