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Baking and Pastry students' gingerbread houses on display at the Milwaukee Public Market. December 11, 2024.
MATC’s Parade of Gingerbread Houses competition
Graphic provided by the Wisconsin Lottery
Winning $100,000 All or Nothing ticket sold in Milwaukee
A group photo with Olaf at the Oak Creek campus on December 7, 2024
Festive, family-friendly winter celebration at MATC’s Oak Creek campus
Students stand in line to register for classes.
Now is the time to ‘Get your stuff together’ for registration
MATC’s President’s Award Winner, Shauna Morris-Patterson gives a brief speech expressing gratitude for this award on December 4, 2024.
MATC ceremony recognizes students receiving academic honors
#3 Sophomore Outside Hitter/Defense Specialist Sam Seihr puts the ball back in play against Harford Community College in the NJCAA Division II National Tournament. November 20,2024.
MATC Women’s Volleyball first-ever play in NJCAA Division II National Tournament
Outside Hitter #3 Sam Seihr waiting on a serve.
Two Stormers Women’s Volleyball players named NJCAA All-Region Second Team
Sophomore Outside Hitter/Middle Blocker #12 Paige Siehr celebrating after scoring a point against Harper College on October 10, 2024.
Women’s Volleyball: First appearance in national tournament
Freshman Guard/Forward #15 Arlinda Roundtree shooting a three pointer in a scrimmage game against Mt. Mary University on October 30.
Check out these photos from a Stormers Women’s Basketball Scrimmage
Coach Sarah Sweeney is currently working as assistant coach for the Stormers Women's Soccer team. This photo was Provided by MATC's Athletics Department.
From pro athlete to college coach
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 2 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 2
Kung Fu Critters, Ready, Fight 1 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 1
Children of the Encouraging Hearts and Minds Daycare watching Frosty the Snowman, a Christmas classic for children.
Christmas movie recommendations: HO,HO,HO!
Graphic created by Emma Turk
What can come with the holidays: Pondering Poetry
American Idol Season 22 Runner-Up Will Moseley's "Everything but Me" is set to be released on December 6, 2024. This cover art is by Nick Sarpa.
2024 American Idol Star Will Moseley coming to Milwaukee
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts Trivia – 6
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts Trivia – 5 (Scary Films)
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts Trivia-4
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts Trivia-3
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts Trivia-2
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 2 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 2
Kung Fu Critters, Ready, Fight 1 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 1
Stiff McGouly enjoys the last days of summer.
Stiff McGouly’s end of sumer tips
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 8
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 8
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5c
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5c
Eggnog is considered a dessert by some and a drink by others. Whatever you consider it, many people think it’s delicious.
Holiday food traditions: What’s your favorite dish?
Advanced cosmetology graduates Renaiya Echols and Anasia Berry do a final walk with their model for their “Candy Land Christmas” theme for MATC’s The Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11,2024.
Creativity on display: MATC’s The Edge: A Beauty Showcase
Hmong New Year Celebration
Hmong New Year Celebration
Name: April Thomas, Program: Nursing, I’m thankful for “being a survivor.”
What MATC students are thankful for
We’re thankful for our readers, like Taina Vazquez.
Thankful for students and staff who read the MATC Times!
M-Cubed participants (from left to right) Noah Barry-Kessler, Paul Maynard, Jonathan Evans, Zyair Buckner
M-Cubed: Bridging futures, forging paths
The Fiserv was packed at Sunday's Commencement with MATC students, family and friends.
Congratulations Class of 2024
Excited MATC Nursing students pose for a photo.
Celebration and smiles as students prepare to enter the nursing profession
Dr. Vicki J. Martin and MATC student Gabrielle Armon-Wickers at the MATC Foundation’s BluTender event, a March 2024 fundraiser at the Pfister to support the MATC Promise scholarship. Photo courtesy of MATC Photographer/ Videographer Tim Evans.
MATC’s President prepares for her next chapter: retirement
Graphic created by Emma Turk
Graduation poem: Vibe to life
MATC Times Writer Faith Jenkins has money on his mind.
Quick tips to save your money
Students stand in line to register for classes.
Now is the time to ‘Get your stuff together’ for registration
Graphic created by Warren Murphy, Times Managing Editor
100,000 people die from diabetes in the U.S. every year, but progress has been made
The entrance to the McKinley Health Center
Highlighting FREE Healthcare Resources for students     
AI generated graphic as directed by Zanaia Joshua
Domestic Violence Awareness: Every minute, an average of 20 people are abused
A group photo with Olaf at the Oak Creek campus on December 7, 2024
Festive, family-friendly winter celebration at MATC’s Oak Creek campus
Graphic provided by MATC Student Life
Fall Bash: West Allis Campus
Costume Contest
Costume Contest
Black Voters Matter Event at MATC
The Black Voters Matter Tour
BSU's October Events
BSU’s October Events
Graphic from MATC's The Week Ahead electronic newsletter
Fall Career Fair: Oak Creek Campus
A new Career Closet will be filled with professional clothing that MATC students can wear to interviews. The new space is part of the updates to the Student Resource Center (SRC) in S215 at the Downtown Campus.
Student Career Closet: Opening soon
Image provided by the CareerHub
Career Corner: Navigating ‘transfer in’ options at MATC
There are many networking opportunities at MATC. This is an Employer Appreciation Breakfast for M-Cubed, a partnership with MPS, MATC and UWM. The event was held to thank employers and organizations for creating work-based learning experiences for students in Milwaukee.
Career Corner: The importance of building career connections both now and in the future
This graphic is from CareerHub.
Career Corner: Planning for a career-ready semester
AI generated graphic as directed by Zanaia Joshua
Domestic Violence Awareness: Every minute, an average of 20 people are abused
Zombie Bites
Zombie Bites
The Stormers Baseball team huddles up before a game in the Spring 2024 semester.
Everyone huddle up: Let’s talk Mental Health
An MATC student squeezes a stress ball to relieve some of his stress.
Stress management tips
A bartender pours a beer from a tap. Alcohol is the most used substance in America, according to the CDC.
Substance Use and Abuse
Baking and Pastry students' gingerbread houses on display at the Milwaukee Public Market. December 11, 2024.
MATC’s Parade of Gingerbread Houses competition
A new look at the MATC Downtown Food Pantry in S215!
Downtown Food Pantry revamped and restocked
Renovations continue in the Student Resource Center (SRC) in S215 at MATC's Downtown Campus.
The SRC (Student Resource Center): A lifeline for students
Monique, a Culinary Arts student drizzles frosting over cherry-filled donuts.
Culinary Arts students serve Downtown Food Pantry guests
S215 is under renovation to create a more grocery-store feel to the Downtown Food Pantry.
Downtown Campus Food Pantry: Demand drives expansion
A shared kitchen area outside of rooms at Westown Green apartments
Westown Green needs to reconsider housing criteria
Students watch a Conflict Resolution presentation conducted by MATC Student Ombudsperson Yolanda Hodges.
Westown Green: Some love it, some loath it
MATC student move-in day
MATC student move-in day
On Campus Housing
Student Legal Clinic
Don’t rent trouble
Graphic created by Emma Turk
Christmas traditions: Super Mario Galaxy and facing the oblivian
Secretary for DSA, Jenna Miles (r) speaks as MATC leaders listen. From left to right: Director of Student Life, Erich Zeimantz; Chief Marketing Officer, Tony Tagliavia; Director of Public Safety, Aisha Barkow.
We are all responsible for Public Safety
Graphic by Emma Turk
Campus Connections: Don’t be afraid to join a student group
Graphic created by Warren Murphy.
Elections are exhausting
Laptops are boxed up and stacked in the FASTFund Office in Founders Hall.
Lack of technology can be scary
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Chawona Jackson, Vice President for West Campus Student Senate, at a Senate meeting. She's had to overcome many years of adversity.

One person refusing to quit

by Alexis Scheel, Times Editor-in-Chief (2008-09)
July 11, 2023

New Direct Lending program offers many benefits

by Alexis Scheel
September 15, 2010

Threats and drug use at various campuses

by Alexis Scheel
May 12, 2010

JOBshop teams up with Bottomless Closet

by Alexis Scheel
May 12, 2010

New Direct Lending program offers many benefits

by Alexis Scheel
April 21, 2010

Staff member receives heroic Civil Air Patrol award

by Alexis Scheel
March 24, 2010

Wearing identification can help keep us safe

by Alexis Scheel
March 12, 2010

Investigation into bank robbery continues

by Alexis Scheel
March 12, 2010

College’s open records policy not quite so open

by Alexis Scheel
February 25, 2010

Bank robbed on campus

by Alexis Scheel
February 25, 2010

Real-life math

by Alexis Scheel
February 25, 2010

Medved helps a friend in need

by Alexis Scheel
February 25, 2010

Warning for West

by Alexis Scheel
February 11, 2010

Introducing our new president

by Alexis Scheel
February 11, 2010

Crimes on campuses: from sexual assault to stolen cars

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

The costs, both financially and socially, of healthcare

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

Pathway from student to teacher

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

Sure to be a family favorite

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

Car theft and break-ins a problem for West Allis Campus

by Alexis Scheel
November 19, 2009
Alexis Scheel spent the day with her son, Infantryman Pv2 Jonathan Scheel, where he serves in Fort Hood, Texas, the weekend before the mass shootings. Pv2 Scheel has served in the Army for less than a year, and was just stationed at Fort Hood last spring

Being thankful for that which matters most

by Alexis Scheel
November 19, 2009

Activist speaks against wars

by Alexis Scheel
November 19, 2009
President Obama speaks with Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett before heading to Wright Middle School.

Obama announces his educational plan in Madison

by Alexis Scheel
November 19, 2009

Service dogs: Know what you need to know

by Alexis Scheel
October 28, 2009

Presidential search seems wasteful with perfect person in place

by Alexis Scheel
October 14, 2009

SLC: Students representing students

by Alexis Scheel
October 14, 2009

Students want new Grab ‘n Go gone

by Alexis Scheel
October 14, 2009

The passion of new VP of Student Services

by Alexis Scheel
October 14, 2009

Long lines not only cost time, but money

by Alexis Scheel
September 30, 2009

Seven Pounds takes viewers on an intellectual thrill ride

by Alexis Scheel
September 30, 2009

Veterans can receive a no-cost education

by Alexis Scheel
September 16, 2009

Lack of funding causes major changes for everyone

by Alexis Scheel
September 16, 2009

Orientations: 22 is too many for adult students

by Alexis Scheel
September 16, 2009

CJSO is one active club

by Alexis Scheel
September 16, 2009

The Department of Education takes more control over student loans

by Alexis Scheel
July 1, 2009
Angela Olson (holding microphone) asks Secretary Duncan about making the Pell Grant an entitlement.

Grants may help displaced workers

by Alexis Scheel
July 1, 2009

Students want to turn tables on instructors

by Alexis Scheel
July 1, 2009

Gone, but never forgotten

by Alexis Scheel
July 1, 2009

ASACC celebrates its twenty-fifth year

by Alexis Scheel
July 1, 2009

Break-ins continue to cause havoc

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2009

Instructor influences alum’s work

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2009

New technologies teaching old lessons

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2009

Academic awards for outstanding achievement

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2009

New diggs

by Alexis Scheel
April 22, 2009

Senate members exposed to broader issues.

by Alexis Scheel
April 22, 2009

Student Governor makes a difference

by Alexis Scheel
April 22, 2009

Giving blood

by Alexis Scheel
April 22, 2009

Instructor inspires students to plunge for Special Olympics

by Alexis Scheel
March 18, 2009

Student hygiene down the toilet

by Alexis Scheel
March 18, 2009

Student hygiene down the toilet

by Alexis Scheel
March 5, 2009

Free medical screenings just a heartbeat away

by Alexis Scheel
March 5, 2009

Starting sooner could save time

by Alexis Scheel
March 5, 2009

Hypnotist Jim Wand leaves students spellbound

by Alexis Scheel
February 19, 2009

West Allis Senate minutes

by Alexis Scheel
February 19, 2009

12-0 decision saves millions

by Alexis Scheel
December 4, 2008

“Notes not a threat,” says Public Safety

by Alexis Scheel
December 4, 2008

A few bad apples can frustrate students

by Alexis Scheel
December 4, 2008

Today’s students become tomorrow’s leaders

by Alexis Scheel
November 20, 2008
James T. Harris asking McCain when he plans to "stick it to Obama."

McCain

by Alexis Scheel
October 29, 2008

A new day needs to come

by Alexis Scheel
October 29, 2008

Obama

by Alexis Scheel
October 29, 2008

Campus Card contest continues

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008

Outlet box to blame in student’s injury

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008
Katelyn Palok and Breana Kloppenburg

ICE your cell phone safely

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008

Enjoy this photo essay from Oak Creek’s Safety Day

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008

The fallacy of democracy

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008

One risk not worth the price

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2008
Friday Academy class at the firing line during target practice.

Oak Creek’s police academy

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2008

Move over Starbucks

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2008

Club recruitment South

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2008

Campus Card contest

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2008

Dog daze of summer

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2008

Carol Shaw doing what makes the world go round

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2008

Oak Creek Campus proving grounds

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2008

Wisconsin’s unfair health plan

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2008
Area of floor where chair leg fell threw, causing Ricardo Perez to fall and become injured.

Chair falls through floor; student injured

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2008

Stop the excuses

by Alexis Scheel
August 27, 2008

The UPASS is here, finally

by Alexis Scheel
August 27, 2008

EAA AirVenture

by Alexis Scheel
August 27, 2008
From left

West Allis Campus expansion underway

by Alexis Scheel
July 9, 2008

Equal rights for all

by Alexis Scheel
July 9, 2008

Life’s cruel card

by Alexis Scheel
May 8, 2008

Real life math

by Alexis Scheel
April 23, 2008
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