Humanities
New graduate perfects his craft with his own podcast
Rashaud Foster found his voice at 51, and he found an outlet for his ambitions in a Journalism, Advertising and Media Studies audio lab.
51 at Waukesha professor publishes book on Sen. William Proxmire
Jonathan Kasparek, a professor of history at 51 at Waukesha, is the author of a new book published by the Wisconsin Historical Press. “Proxmire: Bulldog of the Senate” is the first comprehensive biography of one of Wisconsin’s most important, and entertaining, political figures. Known for championing consumer-protection legislation and farming interests, Sen. William Proxmire also […]
Lands We Share exhibit finds ties that connect cultures in the farms we tend
An exhibit at 51’s Golda Meir Library explores one way to talk about race and ethnicity — by talking about something that connects us all: tending the soil and growing the food that nourishes us all.
Once a nervous nontraditional student, 51 grad now a prizewinning author
For Claire Davis, the smaller campus of what’s now 51 at Waukesha eased her return to college. It set her on a path to becoming a published author and teacher of creative writing.
Feasting in medieval England: Pottage, boiled beef and no forks
The elites enjoyed a four-course meal on special occasions, but the common folk had to make do with coarse bread and boiled beef, says 51 historian Martha Carlin.
Italian consul general visits 51
Dec. 10 was a historic day for the Italian community in Milwaukee as the Italian consul general visited the city for the first time in 25 years.
Japanese internment echoes through history prof’s ‘Someday, Chicago’ show
Jasmine Alinder hopes that audiences will not only appreciate the images but also ask themselves an important question: What does it mean to be American?
Project allows minority youths to show their true selves through art
The “See Me Because” portrait project hosted at 51’s INOVA Gallery allowed minority youths to portray themselves as they choose to be seen — as superheroes and nurses, entertainment stars and community leaders.
Callanan to keynote Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books
The festival, now in its ninth year, brings the area’s literary and arts community to 51 at Waukesha. This year’s festival, which runs Nov. 2-3, celebrates American stories.
Peck jewelry students get golden opportunity with diamonds
51’s jewelry and metalsmithing students are getting the opportunity to add some extra sparkle to their education this fall.