In part four of our About Science and Research with All of Us, we are going to get an education about what’s commonly known as DNA. Bashir Easter, Ph.D., Assistant Director of the University of Wisconsin- Madison All of Us team at the Center for Community Engagement and Health Partnerships in Milwaukee will be sharing with us how the All of Us Research Program will help you … [Read more...] about About Science and Research with All of Us – Part Four!
Six underrated cities in the US to celebrate Black history all year long
We are well into the start of a new year, and for Black Americans, that means reconciling all that the last year put us through. We navigated a lot in 2020, both within our own homes and in our nation at large. But now, as the clouds begin to clear, we are beginning to look forward to things again, and that includes our travels. Within the diaspora and otherwise, in order to … [Read more...] about Six underrated cities in the US to celebrate Black history all year long
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 27, 2021
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Congratulations Class of 2021
Billye S. Aaron, Morgan A. Conyers, Miles Harris, Diallo Nasir Marshall, Tracy McPike and Milwaukee Area Technical College 2021 Graduates … [Read more...] about Congratulations Class of 2021
Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
On Monday, May 17, 2021, Alverno College hosted its commencement ceremony at American Family Field. This is the first live commencement since 2019 as last year's was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year's ceremony featured the bestowing of a Doctor of Letters degree from Alverno College on Billye Aaron (top photo, center) — educator, broadcaster, … [Read more...] about Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
MESA presents their Middle School STEM Science Fair
On Friday, May 14, 2021, the Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy (MESA) hosted their Middle School's Annual STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) at their school, 6600 W. Melvina Street. At this time of uncertainty due to COVID-19 and the virtual learning platform, it was quite a joy for the students to show … [Read more...] about MESA presents their Middle School STEM Science Fair
Taylor-Made Foundation MKE hosts The Essential Needs Assist
On Monday, May 17, 2021, former National Basketball Association player and Milwaukee native Mike Taylor (right) and his Taylor-Made Foundation MKE presented "The Essential Needs Assist," a fresh food items and mental health awareness event. The event provided more than 2,000 boxes of food including produce, milk, meat and more for local residents. On hand to help hand out … [Read more...] about Taylor-Made Foundation MKE hosts The Essential Needs Assist
More than 85 percent of black homicide victims killed with guns, study finds
Guns are by far the most common weapon used to kill Black homicide victims in America, according to a new study by the Violence Policy Center (VPC). The study found that 86 percent of Black homicide victims nationwide were killed with guns. Of these, two-thirds were killed with a handgun. In addition to national data, the annual study, Black Homicide Victimization in the … [Read more...] about More than 85 percent of black homicide victims killed with guns, study finds
Diversity Holidays and Celebrations In May (Week 3)
This month this column is highlighting diversity holidays and celebrations in May. This week, we continue with honoring Cinco de Mayo as it is important that we honor different cultures. Honoring Cinco de Mayo is not only meaningful for our readers who are of Mexican ancestry, but it provides opportunities for our readers to develop a deeper and richer understanding of the … [Read more...] about Diversity Holidays and Celebrations In May (Week 3)
Become a foster parent today
I have been a foster parent for more than ten-years and over five-years with Benevolence First Agency; during this time, I’ve fostered five children and have adopted one of those children and I’m in the process of adopting another one. Being a foster parent brings joy to my heart knowing that I can provide the love, structure, stability, and patience to children who may not … [Read more...] about Become a foster parent today