Distinguished Lecture Series – Division of Student Affairs /studentaffairs/tag/distinguished-lecture-series/ University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:34:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Distinguished Lecture Series Presents: Angela Davis /studentaffairs/event/distinguished-lecture-series-angela-davis/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000 /studentaffairs/?post_type=tribe_events&p=18240 Join us for an evening with Professor Angela Davis—scholar, activist, writer, and one of the most influential voices in the global struggle for justice. Her work examines the intersections of race, gender, and class, with a particular focus on prisons, policing, and abolition. Author of numerous groundbreaking books, including Angela Davis: An Autobiography, Freedom Is a Constant Struggle, and co-author of Abolition.Feminism.Now., Professor Davis continues to challenge us to imagine new futures beyond the prison industrial complex. This special event will feature a moderated conversation with Dr. Derrick Harriell, offering powerful dialogue and reflection on building a more just world.Ěý

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]]> Join us for an evening with Professor Angela Davis—scholar, activist, writer, and one of the most influential voices in the global struggle for justice. Her work examines the intersections of race, gender, and class, with a particular focus on prisons, policing, and abolition. Author of numerous groundbreaking books, including Angela Davis: An Autobiography, Freedom Is a Constant Struggle, and co-author of Abolition.Feminism.Now., Professor Davis continues to challenge us to imagine new futures beyond the prison industrial complex. This special event will feature a moderated conversation with Dr. Derrick Harriell, offering powerful dialogue and reflection on building a more just world.Ěý

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]]> Distinguished Lecture Series Presents: Tommy G. Thompson /studentaffairs/event/the-distinguished-lecture-series-presents-tommy-g-thompson/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 /studentaffairs/?post_type=tribe_events&p=18228 Tommy Thompson is respected leader known for working across party lines. He shaped policy on welfare reform, school choice, health care access, and national public health preparedness. From revitalizing Wisconsin’s economy and expanding opportunities for families, to strengthening America’s readiness in the wake of 9/11, to guiding the UW System through the challenges of a global pandemic, Thompson brings decades of experience and insight on leadership, resilience, and innovation. At this event, he will share his leadership journey and the lessons he’s learned, offering the audience valuable perspectives on navigating challenges and driving positive change.

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]]> Join us for an evening with Tommy G. Thompson, longest-serving governor in Wisconsin history (1987-2001), 19th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services for President George W. Bush, and 8th President of the University of Wisconsin System (2020-2022).

Tommy Thompson is respected leader known for working across party lines. He shaped policy on welfare reform, school choice, health care access, and national public health preparedness. From revitalizing Wisconsin’s economy and expanding opportunities for families, to strengthening America’s readiness in the wake of 9/11, to guiding the UW System through the challenges of a global pandemic, Thompson brings decades of experience and insight on leadership, resilience, and innovation. At this event, he will share his leadership journey and the lessons he’s learned, offering the audience valuable perspectives on navigating challenges and driving positive change.

After leaving public service, Thompson continues to expand his efforts to develop innovative solutions to the health care challenges facing American families, businesses, communities, states, and the nation.

This event will be a moderated discussion, moderated by Dean Stensberg, member of the board of the Thompson Center for Public Leadership, public servant, and Wisconsin government official for over thirty-five years, serving in all three branches of the government.

This event is free and open to the public. A ticket is required.

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]]> Distinguished Lecture Series Presents: Tom Kenny /studentaffairs/event/uwms-distinguished-lecture-series-presents-tom-kenny/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 /studentaffairs/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17879 More event details and ticketing information coming soon!

Tom Kenny is an American actor and comedian best known as one of the most versatile and recognizable voices in animation. He has lent his voice to countless characters across television, film, and video games, with his most iconic role being SpongeBob SquarePants. Beyond that, his work spans shows like Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, and Rocko’s Modern Life, as well as roles in major franchises like Spyro and Transformers. Celebrated for his energetic range and comedic timing, Kenny has become a central figure in modern voice acting, shaping the sound and personality of many beloved animated worlds.

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]]> Tom Kenny is an American actor and comedian best known as one of the most versatile and recognizable voices in animation. He has lent his voice to countless characters across television, film, and video games, with his most iconic role being SpongeBob SquarePants. Beyond that, his work spans shows like Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, and Rocko’s Modern Life, as well as roles in major franchises like Spyro and Transformers. Celebrated for his energetic range and comedic timing, Kenny has become a central figure in modern voice acting, shaping the sound and personality of many beloved animated worlds.

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