  {"id":133,"date":"2024-03-19T09:28:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T14:28:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/sociocultural\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T11:57:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:57:29","slug":"sociocultural","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/sociocultural\/","title":{"rendered":"Sociocultural Programming"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\"><header class=\"page-header\"><h1 class=\"entry-title heading-separator\">Sociocultural Programming<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Our mission is to provide events, activities and leadership development opportunities for the campus community designed to increase awareness and understanding of diverse identities, social justice and urban issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our programming<strong>&nbsp;explores and celebrates differences and commonalities related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, spirituality, cognitive and physical ability, socioeconomic status and more.&nbsp;<\/strong>We work in collaboration with student organizations, academic departments, campus resource centers, and the Milwaukee community.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we push you to become more than great. Whether it be using the power of your voice at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/lyrical-sanctuary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lyrical Sanctuary<\/a>, completing our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/#programs\">Lead the Change<\/a><em>&nbsp;<\/em>social justice leadership development workshop series,&nbsp;or just simply sharing a space with us, we invite you to attend as many of our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/events\/category\/sociocultural\/\">events<\/a>&nbsp;as possible!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#events\" rel=\"\">Highlights &amp; Events<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#lhm\" rel=\"\">Latine Heritage Month<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#bhm\" rel=\"\">Black History Month<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#aapi\" rel=\"\">Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"#sponsors\" rel=\"\">Our Sponsors<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/about\/newsletters\/\" rel=\"\">Newsletter Signup<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fuwmsociocul%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cmitchebc%40uwm.edu%7C9019d30680c34e6a9f4008ddca15bc4f%7C0bca7ac3fcb64efd89eb6de97603cf21%7C0%7C0%7C638888916886709852%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=gxhGoWrindOVGALstoU4bEYeT8I3mdUS9hl3PyzOIOc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"\">Instagram @uwmsociocul<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"events\">Highlights &amp; Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--3\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-featured-event\">Featured Event<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"uwm-u-events uwm-c-list--cleanlist uwm-c-list--border has-images\"><li><div class=\"event-content\"><div class=\"event-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/184\/2026\/03\/download.jpeg\" alt=\"Two rows of shopping racks filled with clothing. The perspective of the camera is too close to make out many details of the clothing outside of the wide variety of colors represented\"\/><\/div><div class=\"event-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/event\/radicalize-reclaim-and-recycle-junk-journaling-clothing-vendors-and-mending-conversations\/\">Radicalize, Reclaim and Recycle; Junk journaling, clothing vendors and mending, conversations<\/a><\/div><div class=\"event-date\">April 22, 2026, 10:00am - 2:00pm<\/div><div class=\"event-location\"><div class=\"uwm-event-location--name\">51ÁÔÆæ Student Union (UN)<\/div><div class=\"event-location--street\">2200 East 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/div><div class=\"event-location--full\">Milwaukee WI, 53211<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lyrical-sanctuary\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/lyrical-sanctuary\/\">Lyrical Sanctuary<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwdev.uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/lyrical-sanctuary\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/08\/LS_logos-800400.jpg\" alt=\"Microphone surrounded by the word Lyrical Sanctuary\" class=\"wp-image-39799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/08\/LS_logos-800400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/08\/LS_logos-800400-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/08\/LS_logos-800400-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s monthly open mic night, featuring a standout spoken word artist, live&nbsp;music&nbsp;and art, and YOU!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lead-the-change\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/lead-the-change\/\">Lead the Change<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwdev.uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/leadership\/#programs\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/wwwdev.uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/LTC.jpg\" alt=\"Photographer capturing the image of a student holding a sign during a Lead the Change event.\" class=\"wp-image-38119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/LTC.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/LTC-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/LTC-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Open to a community of all identities, participate in activities that encourage activism, become an agent of social change.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-u-flex uwm-u-flex--wrap uwm-u-flex--center-x\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-u-mx-10 uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/organizer\/sociocultural-programming\/\" rel=\"\">View All Sociocultural Programming Events<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray-dark uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--narrow uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-f-quote\"><blockquote><em>\u201cI can see myself in all things and all people around me.\u201d<\/em><\/blockquote><figcaption><em>Sanskrit Phrase<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"lhm\">Latine Heritage Month&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">National Latine Heritage Month, observed in the U.S. from September 15th to October 15th since 1988, honors the independence days of several countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, and Chile, as well as D\u00eda de la Raza, a significant cultural celebration in many Latin American countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 51ÁÔÆæ, Latine Heritage Month is coordinated by campus stakeholders who offer programs recognizing the history, culture, and contributions of people of Latine, Afro-Latinx, Chicanx, Latin American, Caribbean, Spanish, and Indigenous descent in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The term &#8220;Latine&#8221; (La-tee-ney) is inclusive of all gender identities, explicitly acknowledging and refusing to erase Trans, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and genderqueer individuals while focusing on the Spanish language.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock uwm-p-gridblock--3\"><div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  uwm-p-gridblock--stretch\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/events\/tag\/latine-heritage-month\/\" rel=\"\" target=\"\"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/IMG_0055.jpeg\" alt=\"Group of people gathered 51ÁÔÆæ Student Union for a Latine Heritage Month event, with dancers in colorful skirts performing and informational tables in the foreground.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\">View all Latine Heritage Month Events<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/IMG_1114.jpg\" alt=\"Two performers in traditional Mexican attire dancing in front of a colorful Dia de los Muertos Celebration 2023 banner, with papel picado decorations and a display table featuring skull art and cultural items.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/IMG_0043.jpeg\" alt=\"Group of dancers performing in the 51ÁÔÆæ Student Union, wearing vibrant skirts in blue, orange, pink, and yellow with black tops. Behind them, colorful papel picado banners and a sign for the Latinx Diversity Festival are visible. A table in the foreground displays informational materials and decorations.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"bhm\">Black History Month&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-order--last\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Black History Month, observed in February, honors the legacy of Black liberation, love, and excellence. Originating as Black History Week in 1926, it was expanded to a month-long celebration in 1970, thanks to Dr. Woodson G. Carter, who initially chose the birth week of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 51ÁÔÆæ, Black History Month is coordinated by campus stakeholders who offer programs recognizing and celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Black people. This month pays respect to those who have paved the way for current and future generations, empowering the present and inspiring a better, Blacker tomorrow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock uwm-p-gridblock--3\"><div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  uwm-p-gridblock--stretch\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/events\/tag\/black-history-month\/\" rel=\"\" target=\"\"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/20240206_EH_IMC_IMG_6534.jpg\" alt=\"Five people standing together in front of a large banner that reads \u2018Kick Off Black History Month\u2019 in bold black, red, green, and yellow colors. The group is indoors, with speakers and tables visible in the background, suggesting a campus event or celebration.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\">View all Black History Month Events<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/IMG_4791.jpg\" alt=\"Person standing behind a table displaying baked goods, including sliced bread, at an indoor event. The table has two signs reading \u2018Black Owned and Operated\u2019 in bold letters and a framed flyer with information about the business. Cardboard boxes and a ladder are visible in the background, suggesting a casual or setup environment.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/20240206_EH_IMC_IMG_6486.jpg\" alt=\"Indoor performance at 51ÁÔÆæ for Black History Month. A musician plays a red and black Korg keyboard while another person stands nearby holding a flute. Behind them is a large banner reading \u2018Black History Month at 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019 with colorful text and raised fist graphics. Microphones and speakers are set up around the performers.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator\" id=\"aapi\">Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is observed in the United States during the month of May. In 2023, a team of 51ÁÔÆæ campus stakeholders collaborated to create a calendar of programs leading up to AAPI Heritage Month. These programs were designed to showcase and celebrate the diverse cultures and identities within the AAPI communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mission of this calendar is to recognize and honor the historical and cultural contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. By offering a variety of events and activities, 51ÁÔÆæ aims to celebrate the rich cultures and identities of the AAPI communities, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation within the campus and beyond. This initiative not only highlights the achievements and heritage of AAPI individuals but also promotes a sense of unity and inclusion at 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock uwm-p-gridblock--3\"><div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  uwm-p-gridblock--stretch\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentaffairs\/events\/tag\/asian-american-pacific-islander-heritage\/\" rel=\"\" target=\"\"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/20240501_EH_IMC_4022.jpg\" alt=\"Five individuals standing in a row on a stage, each positioned at a microphone. One person on the left is seated and playing an acoustic guitar, while the others stand ready to sing. All are wearing coordinated red and black outfits. The background features dark green curtains and bright indoor lighting, suggesting a formal or organized performance event.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\">View all Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Events<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/20240501_EH_IMC_3915.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a person applying intricate henna designs on another person\u2019s hand using a silver cone applicator. The hand rests on a vibrant pink and gold patterned cushion, and the design includes floral and geometric elements. The setting appears to be an indoor Asian American cultural event.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><span class=\"uwm-p-block--\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--image  \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/683\/2024\/07\/IMG_7458.jpg\" alt=\"Two people standing at a table during a cultural event. The table displays ornate gold and silver bowls, a basket of colorful items, and a wooden spinning wheel. There are informational papers and a sign partially visible. 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