University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Association

Another Impact awardee from the 2025 Alumni Awards Evening is Felice Green '89, Director of Programming for Milwaukee Water Commons and UWM College of Letters and Science grad. To learn more about her and the upcoming event, visit:
https://bit.ly/3UX97mt

Our first GOLD awardee featured from the 2025 Alumni Awardees is Alisha Gray '17, Purchasing Manager at Orgill Inc. and graduate from UWM College of Letters and Science.

Learn more about Alisha and the February Alumni Awards Evening here:
https://bit.ly/3UX97mt

"At the heart of all that civilization has meant and developed is 'community,'" - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today, the UWM community celebrates Dr. King's legacy and commitment to racial justice and equality through peacemaking and action.

Join the UWM Alumni Association and the UWM Lubar College of Business to celebrate our amazing alumni and cheer on the Milwaukee Panthers on Thurs, Feb 27. Enjoy light snacks, camaraderie, giveaways and court-side access to the game!

Register here:
https://bit.ly/4g1AHaS

The next of our 2025 Alumni Awardees is Mark Briggs '98, Hospital Responder Supervisor for 414 LIFE MKE. To learn more about Briggs and the Alumni Awards evening in February, visit:
https://bit.ly/3UX97mt

Join us for the Black History Month Alumni Social & Trivia Night Event on Thurs, Feb. 13.

Enjoy an evening of connection in honor of Victoria Pryor.

To register and learn more, visit:
https://bit.ly/4g25BzZ

"[UWM]’s where I really started to find my niche.”

Marine habitat restoration specialist Chemine Jackels '01, '04 is working to restore the salmon habitats, something essential to the entire ecosystem. Read more about her vital work and time at UWM here:

https://bit.ly/3PrMpAT

We'll be recognizing our 2025 Alumni Awardees ahead of the Awards Evening on Feb. 21. The first of these amazing awardees is Clayborn Benson '87, '24, Executive Director of Wisconsin Black Historical Society. Learn more about him and the Awards here:
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The UWM Student Health and Wellness Center takes a holistic approach to the health and well-being of students. Join us as UWM Chancellor Mark Mone sits down with Dr. Aamir Siddiqi, the director of SHAW and members of the SHAW clinical staff, to discuss medical and mental health support, health promotion and more. Register here:

https://bit.ly/4h7cRv9

Is one of your New Year's resolutions to travel more? The UWM Alumni Association is here to help.

Peruse a variety of thrilling programs and book your next adventure here:

https://bit.ly/4gHf4h5

Since 2016, UWM alumnus Joel Geier '19 has been documenting his "Brewery Travels" on social media and podcasts. Now, his new book “Flights Across America: A Brewery Lover’s Journey” will tap into the 1,300+ breweries he's visited over the years. Read more:
https://bit.ly/3ZYAwZ3

It’s a feeling like no other when you find a place you truly belong. For our students, that place is UWM. From the first moment they step foot on campus to their final stride across the stage, UWM students know they are home. Give the gift of UWM now at https://bit.ly/3Zq4HrO

"Your generosity of spirit is what our UWM community is all about."

When UWM staff member Kari Pink '00, '23 fell and was injured on an uneven sidewalk, three students immediately came to her aid. Read their heartwarming story here:
https://bit.ly/3P3J3DF

This fall, UWM - College of Engineering & Applied Science alumni from Milwaukee Tool, General Electric and Rockwell Automation hosted events for students in a relaxed, one-on-one atmosphere. Learn more about these vital career connections here:
https://bit.ly/3DnyGbz