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All MATC campuses closed Tuesday, January 21
All MATC campuses closed Tuesday, January 21
This image was provided to the Times by MATC’s Marketing & Communications
MATC campuses closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A Bob Uecker memorial is at the base of his statue at American Family Field where fans have placed flowers, baseball caps, beer and other items.
Milwaukeeans honor Bob Uecker with a memorial outside of American Family Field
A CNC instructor listens to the hardships one of the women had to go through in the trade industry during the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathways Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.
Women in the trades and interested in the trades gather to learn what MATC has to offer
Keynote Speaker Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu smiles with gratitude as Dr. Sadique Isahaku introduces her during MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.
MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration focuses on building a beloved community at MATC
MATC's new Sports Information Coordinator Cody Smith (picture provided by Smith)
From writing for the Bucks to writing for us! Meet MATC’s new Sports Information Coordinator
#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
Snow Angel: Sending warm, magical winter wishes! by Autumn Sultan, MATC Times Magna Illustrator
Snow Angel: Sending warm, magical winter wishes!
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 3 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 3
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!
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
Snow Angel: Sending warm, magical winter wishes! by Autumn Sultan, MATC Times Magna Illustrator
Snow Angel: Sending warm, magical winter wishes!
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 3 by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters: Ready, Fight 3
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 summer tips
Dream Lab has a cool vibe for nocturnal creatures to study or create in. It’s located on 738 S. 3rd St. in Milwaukee. You can get treats and eats to keep going into the late-night hours.
Dream Lab: A cool place for MATC students to study
MATC Instructor Kashena Armon leads the Milwaukee band Shuga Blu.
Music appreciation: Meet MATC music instructor and bandleader of Shuga Blu Kashena Armon
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
MATC President Dr. Anthony Cruz begins his speech by taking a selfie with the graduates and instructors in the crowd during MATC’s Winter Commencement, December 14, 2024. Milwaukee, WI
Congratulations MATC 2024 Fall Graduates!
Excitement abounds for students receiving their diplomas at MATC's GED/HSED ceremony on December 17.
Nearly 300 students receive their GED/HSED diplomas at MATC ceremony
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
Anonymous MATC Dietetics students answer your diet dilemmas and help you can make wise choices.
Diet Dilemmas – Is the freshman 15 a myth or reality?
To achieve a healthy diet, you’ll need to do some planning and research. Photo Illustration provided by Cierra Pleshette.
Make your New Year’s resolutions meaningful and stress-free to benefit your mental health
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
A CNC instructor listens to the hardships one of the women had to go through in the trade industry during the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathways Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.
Women in the trades and interested in the trades gather to learn what MATC has to offer
Keynote Speaker Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu smiles with gratitude as Dr. Sadique Isahaku introduces her during MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.
MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration focuses on building a beloved community at MATC
Chinese Lunar New Year participants wearing traditional dress
Chinese Lunar New Year: Decorations, family & fun
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
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
To achieve a healthy diet, you’ll need to do some planning and research. Photo Illustration provided by Cierra Pleshette.
Make your New Year’s resolutions meaningful and stress-free to benefit your mental health
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
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
Dr. M.L.K. Dr. street sign in front of the Eliminating Racism, Empowering women (YWCA) in Milwaukee WI. December 20, 2024
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr’s full legacy
Graphic created by Emma Turk
Christmas traditions: Super Mario Galaxy and facing the oblivion
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
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A CNC instructor listens to the hardships one of the women had to go through in the trade industry during the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathways Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

Women in the trades and interested in the trades gather to learn what MATC has to offer

by Cierra Pleshette, Photography Editor
January 16, 2025
Recognition pamphlets of the women graduates’ in trades were passed out to prospective students during the Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathway’s Dean, Becky Alsup-Kingery gives words of encouragement to the prospective students during the Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

The back of a prospective students’ shirt reads “trades women” while sitting in the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathway’s Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

A welding instructor shares her experience and journey as a woman in the trades during the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathway’s Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

A prospective student and her child sit in during the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation (MCT) Pathway’s Labor Ladies welcoming on January 15, 2025.

Spoken Word Artist Brit Nicole performs “Chosen” during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.

MATC’s staff and faculty pose for a picture with Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.

Keynote Speaker Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu speaks passionately about the gift of humanity during MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.

Keynote Speaker Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu smiles with gratitude as Dr. Sadique Isahaku introduces her during MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.

[Photo] MATC's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration focuses on building a beloved community at MATC

January 16, 2025
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson speaks during MATC’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration on January 15, 2025.

Dr. M.L.K. Dr. street sign in front of the Eliminating Racism, Empowering women (YWCA) in Milwaukee WI. December 20, 2024

[Photo] Remembering Martin Luther King Jr’s full legacy

by Elsa Marks, Times Writer
January 13, 2025
MATC President Dr. Anthony Cruz begins his speech by taking a selfie with the graduates and instructors in the crowd during MATC’s Winter Commencement, December 14, 2024. Milwaukee, WI

Congratulations MATC 2024 Fall Graduates!

by Cierra Pleshette, Photography Editor
December 20, 2024
Baking and Pastry students' gingerbread houses on display at the Milwaukee Public Market. December 11, 2024.

MATC’s Parade of Gingerbread Houses competition

by Cierra Pleshette, Photo Editor
December 13, 2024
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

by Cierra Pleshette, Photo Editor
December 13, 2024
Advanced cosmetology graduates Juana Chavez and Cassandra Schneider do a final walk with their model for their “Victorian Doll” theme MATC’sThe Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11, 2024.

Advanced cosmetology graduates, their models, and instructors come together for a group picture after the beauty showcase. December 11, 2024.

Cosmetology instructors (left to right) Le’ Che Toney, Shonnie Tucker, Julie Stubenrauch, Traci Darn (Educational Assistant), Cece Sertzel, and Megan Jackson. December 11, 2024.

Advanced cosmetology graduates Jessina Cintron, Legacy Cintron, and Karimelissa Chavez do a final walk with their model for their “Anime/Black Clover” theme for MATC’s The Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11, 2024.

Advanced cosmetology graduates Alexa Guzman and Alexis Wilson do a final walk with their model for their “Y2K Video Vixen” theme for MATC’s The Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11,2024.

Advanced cosmetology graduate Rana Sultan poses with her model for her “Middle Eastern Princess” theme for MATC’s The Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11, 2024.

Advanced cosmetology graduates Angelica Grayte and Marcia Weddle do a final walk with their model for their “Rio/Carnival” theme for MATC’sThe Edge: A Beauty Showcase. December 11, 2024.

Children of the Encouraging Hearts and Minds Daycare watching Frosty the Snowman, a Christmas classic for children.

[Photo] Christmas movie recommendations: HO,HO,HO!

by Reniqua (Reni) Brown, Times Writer
December 12, 2024
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

by Cierra Pleshette, Photography Editor
December 5, 2024
Downtown Campus 1st shift Facilities staff members (back row, left to right): Jeff Davis, David Sherrill (Director), Mike Clay (Manager), Dean Zimmerman, Alvin Ray, Clifford Watson, (front row, left to right): Jerry Key, Edna Prochaska, Irene Nimmer, Dorinda Clark, Michael Clinton. Names of those who aren't in the picture: Angela Kyles, Dewayne Lee, Quentin Trice, Joe Hines, Derrow Hynes, Forshe Vushn, Robert Insram, Sheryl Lawson, David Mahnke, Yoshiko Janzen, Jame Binseheimer.

Grateful for MATC staff who keep classrooms clean and well-designed spaces

by Cierra Pleshette, Photography Editor
November 22, 2024
We’re thankful for librarians like Catherine Adedokun at MATC’s Downtown Campus.

Downtown Campus 2nd shift Facilities staff members; Ed Winters (Supervisor), Ray Hemphil, Mary Boyce, Dawn Sanders, Fred Harris, Demetryus McHenry, Frank Grant, Thamas Stevens, Donna Rankins, Antwan (Snoop) Clark, Loretta Monette, Tiffany Goggin, Yolanda Pollard, Steve Brooks, and Flamin Abdullah.

Downtown Campus Construction staff members: (Left to right around the table) Rick Ahl-Ludwig, Martha Vargas, Dan Prudhomme, Dave Bellin, Ray Mortensen, Pat Klaver, Laura Tenpenny, Babz Nannyonjo, Mike Wormsbacher, taneisha Brewster- Francis, Adrienne La Rosa, Gary Shelton, and Mel Sanchez.

From left to right: MATC Downtown Campus Daycare teachers and cooks: Jenny, Elyssa, Daria, Hannah, Kristin, Gena and Bri on October 16, 2024.

MATC Times' Editor-in-Chief, Zanaia Joshua, received a Reporter of the Year Award from the Associated Collegiate Press. Her Honorable Mention award was given at an award ceremony during the College Media Association Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana on November 2, 2024.

[Photo] MATC Times staff receive national college media awards

by Warren Murphy, Managing Editor
November 4, 2024
MATC’s Ombudsperson is Yolanda Hodges. Her office is located in M358. Ombuds Day was celebrated in October.

[Photo] Think of the student Ombuds Office like your college GPA

by Yolanda Hodges
October 28, 2024
MATC Surgical Tech student Frederick Haney talks to Public Safety Officer Johnny Taylor at the Public Safety Office Downtown. Students, faculty and staff can reach out to officers with their concerns by calling, texting on the Rave Guardian App or reaching out directly like Haney is doing.

[Photo] Times followup with DPS after reported rape email

by Tony Gilpin, Contributor
September 20, 2024
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz points and smiles at Vice President Kamala Harris as the crowd continues to cheer for her during their rally in Milwaukee on Tuesday August 20th, 2024 at the Fiserv Forum.

[Photo] Democrats focus on the badger state

by Zanaia Joshua, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2024
Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum's decoration and layout to host Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for their rally on Tuesday night August 20th, 2024.

Leon Benjamin, a Republican and a pastor, wears a MAGA Black hat while in Milwaukee attending a Republican National Convention (RNC) event.

Listening to Black Republicans

by Cierra Pleshette, Photography Editor
July 30, 2024
Dr. Joann Fisher, war veteran and advocate for women and male war vets, poses for a picture at an RNC event in Milwaukee.

Dr Joann Fisher, Veteran and advocate for Vets, poses for a picture with a reporter for the AM 970 The Answer radio show during an event at the Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee during the RNC.

Pro Palestine protesters stand outside of West Allis Central High School in response to Vice President Kamala Harris' arrival to speak.

People leave West Allis Central High School on Tuesday, July 23, feeling empowered after Vice President Kamala Harris' speech.

[Photo] Kamala Harris campaigns in West Allis

July 24, 2024
People leave West Allis Central High School on Tuesday, July 23, feeling empowered after Vice President Kamala Harris' speech.

[Photo] Kamala Harris campaigns in West Allis

by Cierra Pleschette, Photographer
July 24, 2024
People gathering and taking photographs in excitement after Vice President Kamala Harris' speech at a high school in West Allis on Tuesday, July 23. Harris is the presumptive presidential candidate for the Democratic Party after President Biden dropped out of the race.

A family holds their signs in support of Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive presidential nominee for Democratic Party.

Attendees of the Black Republican Mayors Association gathering get up to mingle after speeches.

Protestors approach police officers that stand guard on the hard perimeter of the RNC.

Milwaukee protestors make their mark during RNC

by Cierra Pleshette, Photographer
July 23, 2024
A family member of D’Vontaye Mitchell wears a shirt in his honor at a protest in Milwaukee.

Brian Verdin, a member of Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist Political Repr.ession, holds a sign that reads "Stop Police Crimes"

Protestors are overcome with emotion as they walk to support Samuel Sharpe Jr. "Jah" and D’Vontaye Mitchell. Sharpe was shot and killed after refusing to drop two knives while running toward another Black man. Mitchell was killed outside the Hyatt Hotel after being held down and restrained by security guards.

A cousin of D’Vontaye Mitchell shouts in the microphone "Say his name! D’Vontaye Mitchell!" at a protest during the RNC in Milwaukee.

A protestor with a sign that reads "End war on Black America" in Milwaukee during the RNC.

Police stand guard as protestors approach the hard perimeter of the RNC.

A protestor hugs the brother of D’Vontaye Mitchell who was killed on June 30, outside the Hyatt Hotel after being held down and restrained by security guards.

Students playing a round of pool in the Cyber Cafe at the Oak Creek campus on a Monday in September

[Photo] Oak Creek Campus hang out spaces

October 2, 2023
A large screen on the right of the stage during Salt-N-Pepa’s performance at Wisconsin State Fair on August 4.

[Photo] Shaggy and Salt-N-Pepa performance

by Cierra Pleshette, Writer
August 11, 2023
Bronzevillie

[Photo] Would you rather spend money on bad concert seats with famous artists or keep your money and see less popular performers?

August 11, 2023
B.Justice performing on the main stage at the Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival in Milwaukee on August 6.

Bronzeville Week Festival

by Cierra Pleshette, Writer
August 11, 2023
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