The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is proud to announce that Marissa A. Evans, a senior at Marquette University, is the 2013 Student Journalist of the Year. Evans is one of several honorees who will be recognized this summer at NABJ's 38th Annual Convention and Career Fair in Orlando. Evans is studying journalism with a minor in entrepreneurship and … [Read more...] about NABJ awards Marquette University senior Marissa A. Evans, student journalist of the year
Education
2012 graduation rate increases from prior year
Wisconsin’s four-year graduation rate is up one-half a percentage point for 2012 from the prior year’s rate, continuing a trend of steady improvement in high school completion. The state’s graduation rate is among the highest in the nation; tied for second in the most recent (2010-11)school year data reported by the U.S. Department of Education. “Congratulations to the class … [Read more...] about 2012 graduation rate increases from prior year
On the road to success
A group of youth is taking a road trip that may eventually place them on the path to success. Eight youth from the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) Youth and Family Development program are taking a six-day trip to institutions of higher learning. The Annual Youth College Tour will stop at colleges and universities in Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, and … [Read more...] about On the road to success
The Milwaukee Times Writers Gallery
Milwaukee Times is teaming up with Lindsay Heights "Youth SPEAK Out", a Boys & Girls Clubs program, to showcase some of the talented young writers from Shalom High School and The Boys & Girls Club to learn their views on some of today's hot topics. What are your plans after high school? My plans after high school will be to attend MATC for my Associates Degree … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Times Writers Gallery
McDonald’s and Jammin’ 98.3 FM hold contest for Teacher Appreciation Week
Winner gets trip to 2013 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans Educators throughout southeastern Wisconsin have returned to the classroom after a well-deserved spring break. While it’s easy for many parents and students to say they appreciate their educators, McDonald’s Restaurants of Southeastern Wisconsin is partnering with Jammin’ 98.3 FM radio for an opportunity to show … [Read more...] about McDonald’s and Jammin’ 98.3 FM hold contest for Teacher Appreciation Week
‘Five Star Food & Wine Evening’ scheduled for Thursday, April 18
Cuisine prepared by Milwaukee Area Technical College culinary arts, and baking and pastry arts students highlights the annual “Five Star Food & Wine Evening,” set for Thursday, April 18, from 5-8 p.m. on the sixth floor of the Main Building at MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus, 1015 N. 6th St. The event features seafood; hors d’oeuvres; salads; Spanish tapas; Pan-Asian … [Read more...] about ‘Five Star Food & Wine Evening’ scheduled for Thursday, April 18
Nearly 500 MPS students to explore careers in IT, engineering
By Tony Tagliavia Nearly 500 Milwaukee Public Schools middle- and high-school students spent Wednesday, March 27, 2013 getting hands-on insight into higher education and careers in information technology and engineering thanks in part to more than 20 business and community partners. The partners were presenters at this spring’s “iFair,” hosted by Harley-Davidson Motor … [Read more...] about Nearly 500 MPS students to explore careers in IT, engineering
Case IH donates two tractors, utility vehicle, front loader to new Vincent urban agriculture program
MPS Superintendent Dr. Gregory Thornton tries out the new equipment. By Tony Tagliavia Urban Agriculture students at Milwaukee Public Schools’ Harold S. Vincent High School will soon be able to turn acres of their campus into an open-air classroom thanks to a generous donation from Racine-based Case IH announced Thursday, March 28, 2013. Case IH, a global leader in … [Read more...] about Case IH donates two tractors, utility vehicle, front loader to new Vincent urban agriculture program
Youth to demonstrate knowledge at the 2013 Black Knowledge Bowl
Teams of high school aged young people will be offered the chance to show off their knowledge of Black History at the 5th Annual Black Knowledge Bowl. The annual event will be held Friday, March 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Manpower Group headquarters at 100 Manpower Place in Downtown Milwaukee. Twenty-two teams of youth have registered to take part in the daylong event … [Read more...] about Youth to demonstrate knowledge at the 2013 Black Knowledge Bowl
MATC to host sustainability summit March 6-8
Milwaukee Area Technical College will host the 10th annual “Sustainability Summit and Exposition” March 6-8 at the Delta Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The theme of this year’s summit is “Sustainability – an Economic & Ecological Imperative.” Previously called the Green Energy Summit, the name of the summit has been changed to reflect the broadened scope of the conference, … [Read more...] about MATC to host sustainability summit March 6-8