On Wednesday, October 10, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and US Bank hosted a hiring event at the MUL offices, 435 W. North Ave., in order to identify 25 qualified candidates to fill teller and universal banking positions that typically start at $15 per hour. Pictured at the event are (back row, from left) LaVanta Montgomery; Toshina Wright; Latisha Adams; Sarah … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts US Bank hiring event
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MUL helps kick off the new school year at Oliver Wendell Holmes School
On Monday, August 27, 2018 The Milwaukee Urban League hosted a Welcome Back Luncheon for the teachers and staff at Oliver Wendell Holmes School to kick off the 2018-2019 school year. The staff was treated to a picnic lunch and each staff member was presented with a survival bag of goodies. MUL's Assistant Director of Education and Training Greg Fanning (center) and school … [Read more...] about MUL helps kick off the new school year at Oliver Wendell Holmes School
Milwaukee Urban League Guild collects school supplies at Old School Daze
On Thursday, August 16, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League Guild along with Bosco and the Milwaukee Boppers, Steppers and the Ballroom Community hosted an "Old School Daze" event at Mr. J's Lounge, 4610 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The event's purpose was to collect donated school supplies and backpacks to donate to Milwaukee Public School students in need. The event featured music, food … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild collects school supplies at Old School Daze
Milwaukee Urban League kicks off ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’
On Thursday, July 19, 2018, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted the first of its new "Brown Bag Lunch Series" at their offices at 435 West North Avenue. The series is a monthly discussion on issues facing our community. Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch and spend an hour learning to expand their horizons through engaging dialogue. The first topic for the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League kicks off ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’
City and Milwaukee Urban League release official Anti-Displacement Plan
On Wednesday, June 25, 2018, the City of Milwaukee Department of City Development (DCD) and the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted the official release for the city's Anti-Displacement Plan for neighborhoods surrounding downtown. Using census data from between 2000 and 2016, the report looked for decreases in residents of color and increases in median income as signs of … [Read more...] about City and Milwaukee Urban League release official Anti-Displacement Plan
Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’33rd Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, June 2, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League hosted its 33rd Annual Black & White Ball at The Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. This year's theme "Journey to 100," marked a year long celebration to the 100th anniversary of the MUL next year. Started in 1985, the Black & White Ball's goal is to promote diversity and celebrate the "coming together" of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’33rd Annual Black & White Ball’
The Milwaukee Urban League’s open letter to the community on recent police incidents
"It is only through intentionality and togetherness that we can begin to change the narrative in our city, county, and state. I am saddened and frustrated by the divisive rhetoric and racial climate that seems to be getting worse as of late. Epidemic numbers of racial minorities are being unjustly scrutinized, brutalized and even killed at the hands of law enforcement in the … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Urban League’s open letter to the community on recent police incidents
Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2018 Youth Leadership Summit
On Saturday, May 5, 2018, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted a Youth Leadership Summit at the Harley Davidson University Building, 3800 W. Juneau Ave. 6th floor. The event brought 50 to 60 youth leaders who have demonstrated leadership ability through work, in school, extracurricular, or community activities to participate in leadership orientations and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2018 Youth Leadership Summit
Milwaukee Urban League celebrates opening of newly renovated computer lab
On Wednesday, April 11, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL), celebrated the grand opening of the new Workforce Technology Center located inside their offices at 435 W. North Ave. The center offers individuals the opportunity to learn valuable STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills that can lead to rewarding career opportunities. The new center showcases … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates opening of newly renovated computer lab
Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting
Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) Annual Board of Directors Meeting was held at the law offices of Foley & Lardner, LLP on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Front row left to right: Daryl A. Hudson, 2nd vice chair MUL and business manager of Oak Creek UPS; Katie R. Robb, assistant treasurer MUL and general manager of Great Lakes Coca Cola Milwaukee & Madison offices; Jocelyn … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting