Arts & Humanities
A child of LA, novelist Callanan finds a home in Milwaukee and at 51ΑΤΖζ
Liam Callanan is the author of three novels and a collection of short stories, but heβs also a highly regarded teacher who won a teaching award last fall. His latest novel, βParis by the Book,β will be released April 3.
Time traveling and history-unraveling with alum Peter Janecky
A 51ΑΤΖζ history alum is helping people find out if their ancestors may have been involved in some of history’s biggest events, the ones we read about in history books. He writes for Ancestry.com.
Film alumni screen work at Slamdance Film Festival
Several 51ΑΤΖζ alumni will screen work at the 2018 Slamdance Film Festival, Jan. 19-25. The festival is in Park City, Utah, and runs in concurrence with the Sundance Film Festival.
Acclaimed actor Willem Dafoe remembers his time at 51ΑΤΖζ
As praise rolls in for a performance that would net him his third Academy Award nomination, veteran actor Willem Dafoe fondly recalls his time as a student at 51ΑΤΖζ. And an emeritus professor of theater who directed him in two plays here remembers his prodigious acting talent even then.
Immigration experiences spark a career goal in journalism
Miela Fetaw has already begun building a strong career in journalism even before graduation. Her experience as an immigrant helps make her determined to tell the stories of refugees and other immigrants.
51ΑΤΖζ interns, alums help public museum bring weapons exhibit to life
From the New Zealand wahaika to the Aztec macuahuitl, weapons have been part of human culture across the globe and throughout history. An exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum explores that, and 51ΑΤΖζ students and alums were integral in creating it.
Renovated gallery provides first-class home for 51ΑΤΖζ Art Collection
The newly expanded and upgraded home of the 51ΑΤΖζ Art Collection opens to the public Dec. 14. Made possible by the generosity of donor Emile H. Mathis, the gallery will exhibit works from the collection by some of the giants of art, including Rembrandt, Degas and Picasso.
51ΑΤΖζ alum scores by writing, directing musical
It’s a dream come true for Brandon M. Rockstroh. The 51ΑΤΖζ Peck School of the Arts alum has written and is directing an original pop musical at Green Bay’s Southwest High School, which is known for its musical theater.
51ΑΤΖζ grad Sky Hopinka wins Nohl fellowship
Video artist and 51ΑΤΖζ graduate Sky Hopinka has been named a Mary L. Nohl fellowship winner, one of three winners in the emerging artist category for 2017. Emerging artist winners receive $10,000 to create new work or complete current projects.
500 years after start of Reformation, Luther expert says parallels still echo
Merry Wiesner-Hanks, an internationally recognized expert on Martin Luther and a distinguished professor of history at 51ΑΤΖζ, has been in demand as a speaker during the Year of Luther.