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Ratni (Kimi) Polk, an MATC student from Germany
Student Spotlight: It’s never too late to continue your education
West Allis Student Government President Kimberly Haynes talks with Times staff member Warren Murphy.
Student Spotlight: Getting to know two student leaders
Brandin (left) and John Podziemski pose in front of MATCs Childcare Center.
From the MATC Childcare Center to NBA stardom
Zanaia Joshua (R) and Julia Ramirez Miranda (L) order drinks at Best Place Coffee.
Best Place Coffee – a Shakespearian dream
Students playing a round of pool in the Cyber Cafe at the Oak Creek campus on a Monday in September
Oak Creek Campus hang out spaces
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
Alum and former commencement speakers life saving decision
Alum and former commencement speaker’s life saving decision
Brandin (left) and John Podziemski pose in front of MATCs Childcare Center.
From the MATC Childcare Center to NBA stardom
The Stormers’ celebrate during their September 1, game against Bay College at the Stormer Invitational.
Stormers serving up success
Stormers players rally together during a halftime huddle on their road to the teams first NJCAA National Championship.
MATC celebrates 2023 national champions
A large second-half vaults Marquette past St. Johns in the second round of the Big East Tournament
A large second-half vaults Marquette past St. Johns in the second round of the Big East Tournament
First round of the Big East Tournament starts off with a disappointing week for Seton Hall
First round of the Big East Tournament starts off with a disappointing week for Seton Hall
MATC Presidents Award Winner Leslie Garcia Ramirez, Television and Video Production Associate Degree. Photo courtesy of MATC photographer/videographer Timothy Evans
MATC students receive academic honors
Rohingya Student Association Executive Board (left to right): Muhammad Syafiq Hashim (Treasurer), Zar Ni Ko (President), Khin Nu (Event Coordinator), Khin Maung Aye (Secretary), not pictured: Nur Yasmin Omar (Vice President) 
MATC celebrates America’s first Rohingya Student Association
We are still here: A visual celebration of Indigenous resilience
We are still here: A visual celebration of Indigenous resilience
Photo courtesy of Cottonbro Studio via Pexels.
‘Tis the season of giving
3D views of the new Student Center Rec Lounge & Convenience Store on the third floor of the S Building Downtown. Rendering by Quorum Architects, Inc.
Anticipation builds for new student hang out space at the Downtown Milwaukee Campus
King Tutankhamun, a 9-year-old who was made king, is on display at the Baird Center in Milwaukee. Photo courtesy of Beyond King Tut
Mysteries of a boy made king – King Tut
I think our minds have soulmates
I think our minds have soulmates
Poets and fans gather at The Q on a Tuesday night for Food for Thought, Poetry for the Soul.
Poetry that’s raw and real – sharing truths through the spoken word
Pondering Poetry – Itll get better
Pondering Poetry – It’ll get better
Photojournalist Gideon Verdin-Williams, (DJ Gideon/DJ GidMoney) is a co-founder of Poetry for the Soul.
Meet DJ Gideon, co-founder of Poetry for the Soul
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 5
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 5
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 4
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 4
Halloween movies for a scary good time
Halloween movies for a scary good time
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 3
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 3
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 2
Kung Fu Critters, Issue 2
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
Perspectives - Barbie or Openheimer?
Perspectives – Barbie or Openheimer?
Statue at Morehouse Colleges Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza
Americans still dream of a brighter future 60 years after the March on Washington
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
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Career Corner Question: Once I’m offered a job, what questions should I ask before accepting it?
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
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Career Corner: Preparing for an Interview
Photo Courtesy of Alex Green Photography, via Pexels.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Career Corner: Discover Handshake your all-in-one career platform at MATC!
New Citizen Recognition and Resource Event – Walker’s Square
Graphic provided by Student Life
Thankful Thursday – Mequon Campus
Graphic provided by Student Life
Wisconsin Tribal Legacy Event – Oak Creek Campus
Students register for classes
Students register for classes
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Blood Drive with Versiti and Student Life – West Allis Campus
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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
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Career Corner: Discover Handshake your all-in-one career platform at MATC!
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Resume Workshop – Downtown Campus on Wednesday
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Career Corner: Top 10 Tips for student resumes
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
The Home Stretch: Managing end-of-semester stress
Photo Courtesy of Alex Green Photography, via Pexels.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Photo by Beau Humphries and Cierra Pleshette
September is National Suicide Prevention Month
Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters
Diet Detective is an anonymous column written by dietetics students at MATC West Allis.  
Diet Detectives: Are protein shakes bad for you?
Diet Detectives – Is sodium really bad for you?
The food pantry, located inside the Student Resource Center, (S215), is open on Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Wednesday/Thursdays from 10a.m. - 6 p.m.
Pantry helping to tackle food insecurity
Moroccan Goat Tagine with Toasted Nut Couscous
Moroccan Goat Tagine with Toasted Nut Couscous
Diet Detectives
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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A typical Monday crowd in Oak Creeks Cyber Café. Students enjoy eating together and relaxing before their next class.

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Shaggy and Salt-N-Pepa performance

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

Bronzeville Week Festival

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