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MATC Student Organization leaders from the Rohingya Student Association, Mothership and District Student Association pose for a photo during a conference.
Opportunity to Lead: Run for DSA Officer Positions 2025-2026
Metro Milwaukee residents rallied outside the Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse at 517 E. Wisconsin Ave on April 5, 2025 participating in a nationwide day to protest against President Donald Trump’s administration.
Milwaukeeans participate in People’s Veto Day
(left to right): Vice President Student Engagement & Community Impact, Michael Rogers; Student Life Manager, Anne-Marie Bernard; Student Life Director, Erich Zeimantz are all smiles at the Eid Al-Fitr Celebration.
Eid Al-Fitr Celebration
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
Nicole Tudury, Dana Cooper-Davis, Kim Fenske, Michelle Vangay and Bara Omari
Shining the spotlight on MATC women
Stormers infielder Ryan Quello gets a hit off home plate against Harper College where they won both games on Monday, March 10, 2025.
Stormer’s baseball off to a good start
MATC Times Sports Writer Crystal Williams on the basketball court at Fiserv Forum before the doors open for NCAA Division I men’s basketball games.
From dream to reality: My first NCAA Tournament experience
Rylyn Paulick shared this photo of and her mom
Freshmen Rylyn Paulick: Shines at MATC
Ole Miss junior forward Malik Dia is all smiles after their win over Iowa State on Sunday March 23, 2025.
Thrilling showdowns at Fisev Forum propel teams to the  Sweet 16
Ole Miss senior guard Mattew Murrell drives the ball in the lane against University of North Carolina (UNC) freshman guard Ian Jackson during NCAA Division I tournament play at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
NCAA action continues Sunday at Fiserv Forum
Graphic created by Emma Turk
The Art of You
A Victorian-era steam train adventure at the Mitchell Park Domes. Visitors are able to journey through four distinct, miniature vignette landscapes. Photo was taken March 13, 2025. The show ends on April 6.
Train enthusiasts can step back in time at the Mitchell Park Domes
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts – 7
Illustration by Autumn Melody (Sultan)
Spring: An extra hour to enjoy your day
Graphic created by Emma Turk
Poem: The Wings of Some Angels
Noah Thomson is the illustrator and content creator of Film Facts Trivia.
Film Facts – 7
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
Illustration by Noah Thomson
Kung Fu Critters
Snow Angel: Sending warm, magical winter wishes! by Autumn Melody (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
Don't forget to give yourself a hug this Easter season
The celebration of Easter
MATC Times Sports Writer Crystal Williams on the basketball court at Fiserv Forum before the doors open for NCAA Division I men’s basketball games.
From dream to reality: My first NCAA Tournament experience
The Statue of Liberty, an iconic landmark in New York City
MATC students take in the sights and sounds of New York City
Some of the newspapers published by college student media organizations on display at the College Media Association’s Spring Convention-ProCon 2025 in New York February 26-March 1.
College Media newspaper shoutouts: Times students learn from other publications
MATC students practice distributing medicine in class.
Why the vital role of Anesthesia Technicians often goes unnoticed
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
Colleagues and guests clap for the acknowledgement of alumni Dr. Sherrea Jones (PhD & MD) during The Sis(Her) Luncheon at the MATC Downtown Campus. March 21, 2025.
Photo gallery: MATC’S Sis(Her) Luncheon, women pouring love on one another
Anonymous MATC Dietetics students answer your diet dilemmas and help you can make wise choices.
Diet Dilemmas: What are some healthy food options for a busy student?
MATC students have a checklist for each car that came to MATC's Diagnostics Day at Al Hurvis Peak Transportation Center at the Downtown Campus.
MATC students provided free car diagnostics
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
Graphic created by MATC Times Managing Editor Warren Murphy
A network of resources to assist immigrants
Enjoy your Spring Break!
Enjoy your Spring Break!
Colleagues and guests clap for the acknowledgement of alumni Dr. Sherrea Jones (PhD & MD) during The Sis(Her) Luncheon at the MATC Downtown Campus. March 21, 2025.
Photo gallery: MATC’S Sis(Her) Luncheon, women pouring love on one another
(left to right): Vice President Student Engagement & Community Impact, Michael Rogers; Student Life Manager, Anne-Marie Bernard; Student Life Director, Erich Zeimantz are all smiles at the Eid Al-Fitr Celebration.
Eid Al-Fitr Celebration
MATC students have a checklist for each car that came to MATC's Diagnostics Day at Al Hurvis Peak Transportation Center at the Downtown Campus.
MATC students provided free car diagnostics
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
2nd Annual Adult Prom 2025
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 Wilson.
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
A day of hot coffee and panic…how’d he end up here?
Grand Theft Auto and the anatomy of a moral panic: 2025 is a fear-filled time
Graphic created by Warren Murphy, Managing Editor
The future of money: We all want to know!
Super Smash Brothers Graphic created by Emma Turk
Super Smash Brothers – A dinner party by any other name
Make academic goals part of your 2025 New Years Resolutions
Setting academic goals for the new semester
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
The student news site of Milwaukee Area Technical College

MATC Times
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MATC Times

Shaprella Johnson, Staff Writer

My name is Shaprella Johnson and I’m an associates of arts major at MATC. I love writing, reading,  art, music, and getting to know other students. I have thoroughly enjoyed being on the MATC Times staff and getting to know other staff members. In my spare time, I enjoy working at the Wisconsin Center District, volunteering, and helping people in her community.

All content by Shaprella Johnson
Don't forget to give yourself a hug this Easter season

The celebration of Easter

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Writer
April 14, 2025
MATC Instructor Kashena Armon leads the Milwaukee band Shuga Blu.

Music appreciation: Meet MATC music instructor and bandleader of Shuga Blu Kashena Armon

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Writer
December 30, 2024
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?

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Writer
December 18, 2024
Jeremy Magestro, MATC’s Catering Coordinator, checks out a student at the cafeteria on the third floor of the S Building at the Downtown Campus.

Culinary Assistant Mahogany Malone (l) checks out students at the Downtown Cafeteria on October 10. Culinary Specialist Cheri Tucker (r) works beside her. Tucker recently received an associate’s degree from MATC’s Culinary Arts program.

MATC’s Food Truck is parked underneath the bridge from the S Building to the M Building at the Downtown Campus. Three packed Food Truck classes were held over the summer and more sections of the course will be offered in the future.

Students learn how to operate a food truck 

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Writer
August 27, 2024
Lavonte Ford photo courtesy of MATC’s Marketing and Communications department.

MATC’s Choir honors a student who passed

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Writer
May 6, 2024
MATC Instructor Steve Peplin warms up outside the recording studios located in M170 at the Downtown Milwaukee Campus. The guitar is his favorite instrument. In addition to teaching, he plays in 10 bands.

Hitting all the right notes – Steve Peplin shares his love of music with MATC students and audiences

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Contributor
January 31, 2024
MATC students gather around the audio board to watch a recording session in instructor Matt Smith's class. He is having a student ‘tweak the EQ’ on the track, which adjusts the frequency levels on the equalizer.

Bands jam sessions in the M Building – Downtown Milwaukee Campus

by Shaprella Johnson, Times Contributor
January 31, 2024
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