Pathways to healthcare
The future of the healthcare industry is looking especially bright, following the announcement of a collaboration between Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). The two [...]
Connecting communities
By Ryan Amundson, Sr. Director of Communications Life has come full circle for Olivia Raasch. Ten years ago, as a Milwaukee high school student, she was participating in the Urban Ecology [...]
Strengthening the talent pipeline
By: Hailey Pitcher, MMAC Communications Intern While the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) predicts employers will hire 7.3% more college graduates this year than they did in 2024, [...]
Investing in local talent
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s (UWM) Center for Student Experience and Talent is seeking employer participation in the Panther Edge Internship Program. This work-based experience allows UWM students to take [...]
Creating Success Stories
Bernie’s Book Bank increases book ownership in Milwaukee By: Allie Shane, Communications Specialist Each March, schools and educational organizations nationwide celebrate Read Across America Day. Launched in 1998 by [...]
Student test scores demand collective action
By Dale Kooyenga MMAC President “How are the schools?” It’s one of the first questions people ask when looking for a place to move or do business. Many in [...]
An eye toward leading our schools
DPI Superintendent candidate Brittany Kinser speaks to the MMAC Education Committee on Thursday. As newly implemented K-12 student testing standards come under fire, the largest achievement gaps between white and [...]
Milwaukee: An Ideal City for College Students and Grads
Local professionals speak from experience By: Allie Shane, Communications Specialist A recurring topic of conversation among local employers is how to attract and retain talent. The good news: Milwaukee [...]
A Refreshing Approach to Student Success
LUMIN Schools’ Opportunity Academy By: Allie Shane, Communications Specialist In the face of adversity, it is important to find ways to persevere. Or as the saying goes, “When life [...]
New year, new challenges
Opportunities abound but plenty of work on tap By Dale Kooyenga, MMAC President This year the Nobel Prize was awarded to the authors of a compelling book titled “Why Nations [...]