Our Focus
Our objective is to increase community engagement in the following subjects.
Sustainability
We aim to avoid the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance.
Public Health
Public health promotes the health of people and the communities where they live, work and play.
Science Education
Sharing science content with individuals not traditionally part of the scientific community.
Events
Check the calendar to see what kind of events we have planned.
News
Read about our latest news, upcoming events, partnerships and more.
The North American Total Solar Eclipse of 2017
For the first time in almost 100 years, a total solar eclipse will occur coast-to-coast …
The Disturbing Trend of Heading Scientific Agencies with Non-Scientists
On July 21st, the Trump Administration nominated former campaign co-chair and talk-radio host Sam Clovis …
Forecasting the Future at UWM
The Innovative Weather Center is housed in the old Alumni House along the lakefront – …
The Endangered Species Act
What is the Endangered Species Act, exactly? Preservation of wildlife has long been seen as …
The Science Behind Wisconsin’s Favorite Food: Cheese
Wisconsin is known for its cheese, and rightfully so. It’s at our sporting events and …
Actual Living Scientist: Clark Evans, Professor and Atmospheric Sciences Program Coordinator
Perhaps not surprisingly given his life-long passion for the weather, Clark Evans is an avid …
Get Involved
There are lots of ways to help! Tell us what you’re interested in.
Want to help us increase community engagement in science education, public health, and sustainability in Milwaukee? Or maybe you’d rather help us organize or plan a future event. We’d love to hear from you. Please let us know how you’re interested in helping! You can check out some of our open leadership positions here.
