By Pat Baldwin Men’s basketball coach University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee One of the more popular catchphrases in sports today – you hear it all the time from coaches and athletes – is “trust the process.” As in, “We’ve just got to trust the process and we’ll get through this adversity,” or “I’m trusting the process and seeing improvement.” What does it mean, exactly, … [Read more...] about UWM coach Pat Baldwin writes about the process of overcoming adversity
MPS students showcase Black Lives Matter projects
February has been a busy month in Milwaukee Public Schools as students have spent time researching, designing, and showcasing projects celebrating Black History Month. During the first week of February, the district recognized the national Black Lives Matter in School Week of Action with public events and classroom activities. Maple Tree School held an exciting, interactive … [Read more...] about MPS students showcase Black Lives Matter projects
Ron Husband: The Story of Disney’s First Black Animator
By William Gooden Who was the first African American Disney animator? Most Disney geeks, like myself, will answer “Floyd Norman” and until a few weeks ago, I would have said the same thing. However, I am wrong (and you probably are, too). While Floyd Norman did work for Disney animation, he was never technically an animator and the title of first black animator at Disney … [Read more...] about Ron Husband: The Story of Disney’s First Black Animator
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 20, 2020
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 20, 2020
Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Milwaukee Film's Black Lens celebrated Black History Month with an all-female panel discussion at Nō Studios, 1037 West McKinley Ave. This year's Black History celebration focuses on the unique voice of women of color, both behind the camera and in front of it. The panel discussion featured four national, up-and--coming, Black female directors for … [Read more...] about Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center hosted its "21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran," at the Medical Center, 5000 W. National Ave. The recognition ceremony was part of the center's Black History month program. This year's theme was, " Trials and Triumphs: Balancing the Journey from Soldier to Citizen in an Uneven World." This … [Read more...] about Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’
Milwaukee Urban League and Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer presents “What Does Retirement Security Mean to You?”
On Wednesday, January 29, 2020, the Milwaukee Urban League, the Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer, and member of Governor Evers Retirement Security Task Force hosted a listening session to hear from Wisconsinites on the challenges they face adequately saving for retirement and also addressing the retirement crisis in Wisconsin. The panel was held at the Milwaukee Urban League … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer presents “What Does Retirement Security Mean to You?”
AKA Foundation offers arts scholarships
Graduating high school seniors who are entering college with at least a 2.5 average and are interested in applying for an arts scholarship may apply for one of two $500.00 scholarships administered by the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Epsilon Kappa Omega /AKA Sorority. The purpose of the arts program in the sorority is to expose students to arts enrichment and culture by … [Read more...] about AKA Foundation offers arts scholarships
Eta Phi Beta hosts Annual Jazz Brunch celebrating 70 years of community service
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, the Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., celebrated more than 70 years of community service by holding their Annual Jazz Brunch. They collected and donated money to the Benefit for Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled Citizens. The event was held at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee Airport. … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta hosts Annual Jazz Brunch celebrating 70 years of community service
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 3)
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” - John 3:16 What is God’s love? God’s love can be best expressed by the Greek word, agapao. Agapao love is determined love. It is love in action! God’s love was determined to save humankind from their sins, therefore, God in His great love, … [Read more...] about Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 3)