Filmmake(hers) (Documentary) Posted on May 27, 2018July 15, 2021 by Jennifer Leu, Kaitlin Mader and Reilly Peterman In the wake of the “Me Too” and “Time’s Up” movements, four Milwaukee students discuss their experiences as women in film. Interview with filmmakers Jennifer Leu, Kaitlin Mader, and Reilly Peterman:
My Milwaukee (Documentary) Posted on May 26, 2018July 15, 2021 by Roberto Garza My Milwaukee is a short documentary about a male from Texas in his mid-20’s living in the city of Milwaukee,Wisconsin. From living the college life to bar hopping, this Texan has embarked on a journey he never anticipated. Interview with filmmaker Roberto Garza:
UWM’s Deaf Community Asks For Respect Posted on May 25, 2018 by Sydney Ewert The white walls of a typical dorm room could have placed the group of five guys anywhere inside the country, except there was one thing that placed them in Sandburg Residence Hall at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. A yellow flag with the Panther in the middle and Milwaukee spelled over top of it. Inside this […]
Movie Wars—Video Rental Stores Strike Back (Documentary) Posted on May 25, 2018July 15, 2021 by Rachel Altman and Sam Caravello In a world where digital movie-watching has now become the norm, a chain of old-fashioned video rental stores across the United States has continued to thrive. Our documentary explores one store in Wisconsin and uncovers the secret to their success. Interview with filmmakers Rachel Altman and Sam Caravello:
Room 441 (Documentary) Posted on May 24, 2018July 15, 2021 by Danielle Gazdecki, Cassie Bretl and Danielle Miller Three students travel to Chicago to document their experience at what is known to be one of the most haunted hotels in the nation. Interview with filmmakers Cassandra Bretl, Danielle Gazdecki, and Danielle Miller:
Media Milwaukee and Women’s March Videos Win National SPJ Awards Posted on May 23, 2018May 23, 2018 by Media Milwaukee staff Media Milwaukee is a national finalist for Best Independent Online Student Publication in the Society of Professional Journalists 2017 Mark of Excellence Awards, and UWM students’ coverage of the Women’s March on Madison is a national finalist in the Television General News Reporting category. Jenna Gaidosh, Tisia Muzinga, Stevan Stojanovic and Jenna Graham produced the winning videos. […]
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:
Milwaukee Residents Advocate at the 8th Annual Cannabis March Posted on May 22, 2018 by Rashaud Foster This year’s Cinco De Mayo celebration was a lot more than just Tequila and sombreros for the people of Milwaukee. Hundreds came together for the eighth annual Cannabis March in hopes to legalize marijuana in the entire state of Wisconsin. The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws organized its annual everyone welcomed march […]
Panthers Lose in Extra Innings to Wright State Posted on May 22, 2018July 15, 2021 by Seth Dittmer The Milwaukee Panther’s Baseball team lost 4-3 against first place Wright State Saturday at Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Panthers came into Saturday after a 3-0 win at home against Chicago State, and four wins in their last five games, according to the team’s website. The Panthers started the game hot and […]
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:
Cuddling for Charity Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018 by MacKenzie Lillund Man’s best friend held true Wednesday as the Lambda Chi chapter of Sigma Chi welcomed two furry friends on campus to support “Derby Dogs,” their philanthropy event for the Huntsman Cancer Foundation. Two lovable dogs offered comfort in UWM’s Fireside Lounge for students struggling with finals stress. Why were these loveable puppies on campus? The […]
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 […]