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Meet Antonia Anderson! She’s the founder and curator of the Milwaukee Hip Hop Museum. Antonia works for Milwaukee Public Schools and believes that hip hop can help children improve their critical thinking and writing skills, and become more productive in the community.
Strong Milwaukee Women: Celebrating Women’s History Month
Two of MATCs Student Leaders
Student Spotlight: Two leaders worth appreciating
Dancers perform at the Fall 2023 UW-Milwaukee Hype Showcase, pictured left to right are Meghan Despojo, Lexi Williams and Calla Beverly.
Girly Pop: Cultivating passion in Milwaukee’s teens through K-pop
MATC Alumnae Stardá Kelly
Stardá Kelly’s remarkable recovery
A He Do Yoga session.
Bend don’t break: “He Do Yoga”
Winter Commencement 2023
Congratulations December Graduates!
Walter Lanier is just one of many who have left or retired from the college in the past five months. He is now the President and CEO of the African American Leadership Alliance of Milwaukee (AALAM). Lanier, shown here with his wife Nichole at Progressive Baptist Church where he serves as the pastor. Read this story and more in the next print edition of the MATC Times.
Preview – Spring 2022 Graduation Issue
Officer Richard Coppage on duty helping a student navigate the campus. Public Safety Officers like Coppage, will soon carry tasers and wear body cameras for additional protection while on patrol at each campus location. Read this story and more in the next print edition of the MATC Times.
Preview – 2022 Spring Graduation Issue
MATCs Director of Public Safety, Aisha Barkow, provides six tips that may help you avoid becoming a victim of auto theft. Nearly 2,500 cars have been stolen in the City so far this year. Last month Milwaukee Police Department Captain James Campbell referred to the increase in automobile break-ins and thefts as an epidemic. Car brands Kia and Hyundai continue to be the car of choice for thieves, however, Barkows theft preventive tips are aimed at helping all car owners. Read this story and more in the next print edition of the MATC Times.
Print edition preview – Spring 2022 Graduation Issue
Thirteen artists were selected for the Colleges 2022 Community Arts Collection including photography instructor John Glembin. His proposal for the collection consists of creating photographs of his students using the wet-plate collodion process. A technique created in 1851 that requires the use of chemicals, glass plates and a darkroom. The works of all artists selected for 2022 will be unveiled in the Fall. Read more about Glembin and the other artists selected for the Community Arts Collection in the upcoming print edition of the MATC Times.
Print edition preview – Spring 2022 Graduation Issue
Chloe Sodowski celebrates a win of 9-8 with teammates in the first game against Blue Knights at the Oak Creek field, April 13, 2024.
Stormers Softball doubleheader weekend wins
Opening Day for the Milwaukee Brewers
Brewers’ Home Opener win
Justin Schnell at the mound for the Stormers Baseball Team.
Stormers Baseball: A sure sign of spring
Shelton Williams-Dryden finished with two game highs in the March 20 National Quarterfinals game against Ellsworth. He had 31 points and 17 rebounds. (This photo was taken by Juan Carlos Wood at a previous game.)
Men’s Basketball falls in National Quarterfinals vs. Ellsworth
MATC Stormers take on Iowa Lakes community college
MATC event highlights student authors
MATC event highlights student authors
Volunteers roll up their sleeves to plant flowers and clean up trash on Earth Day at MATCs Walkers Square.
Celebrating Earth Day at Walker’s Square
S215 is under renovation to create a more grocery-store feel to the Downtown Food Pantry.
Downtown Campus Food Pantry: Demand drives expansion
A glimpse of Senior Signing Day in MATCs Cooley Auditorium where high school seniors filled the tables on stage and signed their letters of intent (LOI) to attend MATC in the Fall of 2024. Students went onto the stage based on the Pathway they intend on enrolling in.
MATC hosts Senior Signing Day
Graphic created by Emma Turk
The newly titled District Student Association wants YOU!
Art in Bloom Fashion Show at the Milwaukee Art Museum
Art in Bloom: A time to end hibernation and blossom
Midwest Gaming Classic: Learning and fun for MATC students
Midwest Gaming Classic: Learning and fun for MATC students
The jig is up
The jig is up
This photo was provided by Midwest Gaming Classic.
MATC’s Game Enthusiasts head to the Midwest Gaming Classic
David Gray searches for books MATC students will enjoy reading.
The Book Corner
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5c
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5c
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5b
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5b
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5a
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7, Part 5a
Stiff McGouly shares his advice for dating.
Stiff McGouly’s Dating Advice
Kung Fu Kritters, Issue 7, Part 4
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 7
Brittany Sterling is a legally blind student who attends MATC. She is in her first year here and pursuing an associate degree in Business Management. She plans to eventually transfer to a four-year institution to get a degree in Accounting.
Be mindful of students with disabilities
Perspectives: What do you love about yourself?
Perspectives: What do you love about yourself?
Graduate Perspectives: Who are you? I am...
Graduate Perspectives: Who are you? I am…
Perspectives: How do you handle stress?
Perspectives: How do you handle stress?
Colorful powwow regalia is seen during the Grand Entry at a powwow on the Menominee Reservation two years ago. The dancer’s powwow outfit reflects their lives, interests and family background.
Native American Heritage Month
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
The Food Pantry offers students healthy choices like these bags of vegetables.
Nutrition mixed with chaos
A bartender pours a beer from a tap. Alcohol is the most used substance in America, according to the CDC.
Substance Use and Abuse
Anonymous MATC Dietetics students answer your diet dilemmas and help you can make wise choices.
Diet Dilemmas: Exploring intermittent fasting
This graphic was used with permission from Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative.
Cancer, the leading cause of death in Wisconsin
Graphic provided by Student Life
Family Fun Zoo Day
Photo courtesy of MATCs BSU
MATC Prom 2024
Graphic provided by MATC
Celebrate Cesar Chavez’s legacy on Tuesday, April 9
This photo was provided by Midwest Gaming Classic.
MATC’s Game Enthusiasts head to the Midwest Gaming Classic
Dancers perform at the Fall 2023 UW-Milwaukee Hype Showcase, pictured left to right are Meghan Despojo, Lexi Williams and Calla Beverly.
Girly Pop: Cultivating passion in Milwaukee’s teens through K-pop
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
Meet three of the friendly CareerHub Ambassadors: Wilmer Valderrama, Kara Sternlieb and Victor Lo
Career Corner: New Year! New Career!
This graphic is from CareerHub.
Career Corner Question: Once I’m offered a job, what questions should I ask before accepting it?
This graphic is from CareerHub.
Career Corner: Preparing for an Interview
A bartender pours a beer from a tap. Alcohol is the most used substance in America, according to the CDC.
Substance Use and Abuse
Coping with stress and change at MATC
Coping with stress and change at MATC
Two people sit at a booth with big breakfast plates. One person has only eaten a little bit of her food. Photo courtesy of student photographer GKV.
One death every 52 minutes is due to an eating disorder
A woman is being watched while she walks her dog in a wooded area.
January is National Stalking Awareness Month
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
S215 is under renovation to create a more grocery-store feel to the Downtown Food Pantry.
Downtown Campus Food Pantry: Demand drives expansion
Anonymous MATC Dietetics students answer your diet dilemmas and help you can make wise choices.
Diet Dilemmas: Exploring intermittent fasting
Graphic provided by Student Life
Spring Semester Kick-Off – FREE Food at Mequon Campus
Anonymous MATC Dietetics students answer your diet dilemmas and help you can make wise choices.
Diet Dilemmas: Weight loss medications
The Food Pantry is located inside the Student Resource Center, S215.
Pantry helping to tackle food insecurity
MATC student move-in day
MATC student move-in day
On Campus Housing
Student Legal Clinic
Don’t rent trouble
Student Legal Clinic
If looking to rent but don’t have money for the deposit, here is some help
Student Legal Clinic
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Chawona Jackson, Vice President for West Campus Student Senate, at a Senate meeting. Shes 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 16, 2010

Threats and drug use at various campuses

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2010

JOBshop teams up with Bottomless Closet

by Alexis Scheel
May 13, 2010

New Direct Lending program offers many benefits

by Alexis Scheel
April 22, 2010

Staff member receives heroic Civil Air Patrol award

by Alexis Scheel
March 25, 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

Pathway from student to teacher

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

Sure to be a family favorite

by Alexis Scheel
December 10, 2009

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

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

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

Service dogs: Know what you need to know

by Alexis Scheel
October 29, 2009

SLC: Students representing students

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2009

Students want new Grab ‘n Go gone

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2009

The passion of new VP of Student Services

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2009

Presidential search seems wasteful with perfect person in place

by Alexis Scheel
October 15, 2009

Seven Pounds takes viewers on an intellectual thrill ride

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2009

Long lines not only cost time, but money

by Alexis Scheel
October 1, 2009

Orientations: 22 is too many for adult students

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2009

CJSO is one active club

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2009

Veterans can receive a no-cost education

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2009

Lack of funding causes major changes for everyone

by Alexis Scheel
September 17, 2009

The Department of Education takes more control over student loans

by Alexis Scheel
July 2, 2009
Angela Olson (holding microphone) asks Secretary Duncan about making the Pell Grant an entitlement.

Grants may help displaced workers

by Alexis Scheel
July 2, 2009

Students want to turn tables on instructors

by Alexis Scheel
July 2, 2009

Gone, but never forgotten

by Alexis Scheel
July 2, 2009

ASACC celebrates its twenty-fifth year

by Alexis Scheel
July 2, 2009

Instructor influences alum’s work

by Alexis Scheel
May 14, 2009

New technologies teaching old lessons

by Alexis Scheel
May 14, 2009

Academic awards for outstanding achievement

by Alexis Scheel
May 14, 2009

Break-ins continue to cause havoc

by Alexis Scheel
May 14, 2009

New diggs

by Alexis Scheel
April 23, 2009

Senate members exposed to broader issues.

by Alexis Scheel
April 23, 2009

Student Governor makes a difference

by Alexis Scheel
April 23, 2009

Giving blood

by Alexis Scheel
April 23, 2009

Student hygiene down the toilet

by Alexis Scheel
March 19, 2009

Instructor inspires students to plunge for Special Olympics

by Alexis Scheel
March 19, 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

A new day needs to come

by Alexis Scheel
October 30, 2008

Obama

by Alexis Scheel
October 30, 2008
James T. Harris asking McCain when he plans to stick it to Obama.

McCain

by Alexis Scheel
October 30, 2008

Outlet box to blame in student’s injury

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008
Katelyn Palok and Breana Kloppenburg

ICE your cell phone safely

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008

Enjoy this photo essay from Oak Creek’s Safety Day

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008

The fallacy of democracy

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008

One risk not worth the price

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008

Campus Card contest continues

by Alexis Scheel
October 16, 2008
Friday Academy class at the firing line during target practice.

Oak Creek’s police academy

by Alexis Scheel
October 2, 2008

Move over Starbucks

by Alexis Scheel
October 2, 2008

Club recruitment South

by Alexis Scheel
October 2, 2008

Campus Card contest

by Alexis Scheel
October 2, 2008

Dog daze of summer

by Alexis Scheel
October 2, 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 18, 2008

Carol Shaw doing what makes the world go round

by Alexis Scheel
September 18, 2008

Oak Creek Campus proving grounds

by Alexis Scheel
September 18, 2008

Wisconsin’s unfair health plan

by Alexis Scheel
September 18, 2008

Stop the excuses

by Alexis Scheel
August 28, 2008

The UPASS is here, finally

by Alexis Scheel
August 28, 2008

EAA AirVenture

by Alexis Scheel
August 28, 2008
From left

West Allis Campus expansion underway

by Alexis Scheel
July 10, 2008

Equal rights for all

by Alexis Scheel
July 10, 2008

Life’s cruel card

by Alexis Scheel
May 9, 2008

Real life math

by Alexis Scheel
April 24, 2008
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