A Cappella Group Sings the Praises of Harmony, Friendship Posted on May 15, 2024May 21, 2024 by Shannon Knowski Introduction: Shannon Knowski sat in on a rehearsal with The Naturals, Marquette University’s all-male a cappella group, as they prepared for their final performances of the year. (Strawberry Swing song) Knowski narration: The Marquette Naturals currently consists of 14 members, and Nathan Wood is their president. Wood: The group was founded in 2003. I believe […]
‘Because You Feel Bad, You Want to Keep Scrolling’: Social Media and Mental Health Posted on December 16, 2024December 16, 2024 by Caleb Rose Young people’s mental health struggles are on the rise along with social media use. For this Media Milwaukee podcast, Caleb Rose investigates connections between the two, looking at the joy and harm inside that ever-present phone.
Breaking the Bank: Unpacking Gen Z’s Financial Insecurity Posted on December 22, 2023January 9, 2024 by Grace Pagel In this Media Milwaukee podcast, Grace Pagel explores financial fears, challenges and solutions for today’s young adults.
At this Milwaukee Institution, Everybody Knows Bob Posted on May 16, 2023May 21, 2024 by Henry Morgan Henry Morgan pulled up a stool next to the man who might be Milwaukee’s most loyal bar patron.
Santas on Wheels Rampage Across Milwaukee Posted on December 17, 2022May 16, 2023 by Andrea Bellart Andrea Bellart joined a sea of Santas to check out the giant gathering of bike-riding Santa Clauses that happens every December.
Colorful Hmong Traditions Shine at New Year’s Celebration Posted on December 16, 2021May 12, 2022 by Nkaujoua Xiong The Hmong community gathered at Sheboygan North High School to celebrate the new year. Nkaujoua Xiong was there.
New Composting Program Turns Campus Food Scraps Into Rich Soil Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 by Jessica Gatzow UW-Milwaukee students are helping turn food waste into nutrient-rich soil. A new composting program called Panther Pails brings food scraps to the Sandburg Gardens Hoop House. Jessica Gatzow reports.
Tinker Lab Promotes Creativity and Laughter for Kids and Grownups Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 by Nicholaus Wiberg In Greendale, Erin Dummert owns Field Workshop, a tinker lab and do-it-yourself maker space. Her official title is Chief Tinkerer, and her space is open for creative projects, painting classes, home school enrichment and art-themed parties. Nicholaus Wiberg checked it out.
Sound of Guitar Brings Warmth to Student Union Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 by Lauren Clausing Lauren Clausing talks to guitar player Kieran Porter about his passion for music and the city, as he busks in the UW-Milwaukee Student Union.
Roommates Bond Over Tiny Pet With Memorable Name Posted on November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 by Brady Jager Anna Bromberger had preconceived notions about rodents, but her roommate’s hamster won her heart.
Faces of UWM: The Mental Health Advocate Posted on October 22, 2021December 17, 2022 by Cecelia Stocker UW-Milwaukee film student NK Xiong tells Cece Stocker about mental health concerns within the Hmong community.
Fighting for Climate Change Justice on Milwaukee’s North Side Posted on December 14, 2020September 20, 2021 by Jessica Gatzow In a city where trees seem to line every block and many communities enjoy a public park, the north side of Milwaukee appears to have been left behind. Weeds rise through the cracks of concrete remains, and empty industrial buildings tower like ghosts over the Century City Business Park. Heading down North Avenue through the […]