Week of Action Events in Wisconsin

Cardinal Stritch University:

In an effort to raise more awareness about violence and discrimination, specifically in lieu of recent shootings and murders in Milwaukee, Cardinal Stritch University plans to address issues of discrimination and violence against GLBT persons and intimate partner violence through a series of events. These events will begin by hosting nighttime popcorn films and follow-up with in and out of class discussion forums with guest speakers.

Gateway Technical College – Kenosha Campus:

Gateway Technical College will host a series of focused student activities, forums, and engagement opportunities during Raise Your Voice- A Week of Action. These include forums on free speech, minority engagement, student leadership and activities such as a volunteer fair and voter registration drive.

Gateway Technical College – Racine Campus:

Gateway Technical College will sponsor a “Taste of Public Service” event primarily for students in the English as a Second Language (ESL) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs at Gateway Technical College. Students from these programs, who are not aware of many university and community programs, will be given the chance to attend sessions with guest speakers, view displays and participate in discussion forums.

Lawrence University:

Students from Lawrence University plan to bring together campus and community members with a vested interest in civic engagement and pubic service in order to reach out and educate students of diverse backgrounds and political affiliations. Numerous activities will take place during Raise Your Voice- A Week of Action, including workshops on fair trade coffee, human rights, the art of lobbying, staging a non-violent protest, and how to write a letter of protest.

Ripon College:

Ripon College will organize a series of luncheon meetings for students and representatives of the local community during Raise Your Voice- A Week of Action. On successive days during the week, representatives from local community governance or development will be invited to speak to groups of students. Each luncheon will provide opportunities to exchange ideas as well as understand the needs of the community and interests of students. Each panel discussion will be recorded and a pamphlet summarizing the discussions and promoting a variety of opportunities for student involvement will be distributed to all students on campus.

UW - Eau Claire:

Students from UW-Eau Claire plan to participate in numerous activities designed to inform students about civic participation, inspire more civic engagement on campus, create an inventory of all current civic engagement activities by students, and educate those already engaged on how to improve their efforts and recruit others to do the same. Components will include production of a pamphlet outlining civic participation and providing ways to become involved, a dialogue session on the notion of Service Politics, a Political and Public Service Panel, and hosting a Minnesota Campus Compact Fellow to lead a set of discussions on campus.

UW – Milwaukee:

UW-Milwaukee will host two events during Raise Your Voice- A Week of Action. The first event will provide an opportunity to introduce students, faculty, and administrators to two new partners in service to UWM: Wisconsin Campus Compact and the Peace Corps. In addition to a mailing, representatives from both organizations will be invited to a meet and greet opportunity to inform and highlight their programs. The second event is a luncheon program for UWM students to inform campus administrators about their interest in civic participation and find common ground concerning UWM’s role in making a difference in the lives of others in the community.

UW – Parkside:

Students, faculty, and administrators will participate in “Make a Difference in Your World” activities, consisting of two noontime programs during the week of February 17 –21st. The first session, coordinated by Dr. Gerald Greenfield, will deal with engagement in the political system. Dr. Greenfield, along with representatives from various political organizations, will talk about the importance of participating in the political system, the impact students can have through this process, and how to get involved. The second session will focus on participation in the community building process. Coordinated by community organizers Bill Adams and Connie Ferwarda, this session will instruct students about why participating in the process is important, the impact they can have, and how to get involved.

UW – Stevens Point:

Students, faculty and administrators will be invited to participate in “Get Engaged: With Your Local Government” as part of National Student Civic Engagement Week. Student leaders from various student groups including the Student Government Association and Association for Community Tasks will host a number of activities. The main event will consist of a panel discussion with local and regional government leaders, elected officials, city staff, alderpersons, and staff representatives will provide an opportunity to present to UWSP students and allow students to provide feedback. In addition, students will host a Speak Out with the University Chancellor and coordinate a food drive.