University of Michigan Club of Milwaukee's Previous Events

 

Volunteer Event - Packing Food for the Low Income Elderly

On May 15, 2010 we teamed up with the Interchange Food Pantry for three hours in the morning (http://www.interchangemilwaukee.org/). During this time, we unloaded trucks, packed and sorted food for the low income elderly. We also took part of a discussion regarding homelessness in Milwaukee and we found it to be a very educational and rewarding experience. See below for selected photos from the event:

Wine Tasting - Italian Wine Tour

On April 20, 2010 the Alumni Club hosted a wine tasting of Italian wines at the home of Doris & Ed Heiser. A Certified Wine Professional was on hand to talk about the eight different types of wines we sampled. The event was a success as we enjoyed plenty of wine and cheese!

Prospective Student Meet & Greet

On February 21, 2010, members Doris & Ed Heiser hosted the Prospective Student Meet & Greet at their home. Prospective students, their parents and alumni ate subs and pizza and networked. It was an excellent networking opportunity for Wolverines who were in different stages in their relationship with the University of Michigan!

Michigan Basketball Viewing Party

On February 6, 2010 the Alumni Club got together at Oakcrest Tavern to watch the Michigan Wolverines take on the Wisconsin Badgers. Although Michigan fell short of a victory, we had a great time!

Milwaukee Bucks Game

On December 12, 2009 the Alumni Club headed to the Bradley Center to see the Milwaukee Bucks take on the Portland Trailblazers. Michigan Fab 5 member Juwan Howard suited up for the Trailblazers and we made sure to cheer hard for him. The game ended in a double overtime thriller, with the Bucks taking home the victory.

Annual Open Public Milwaukee Alumni Board Meeting

On December 1, 2009 we held the annual open public Alumni Board Meeting. We met at the Milwaukee Ale House downtown and elected the Board of Directors for 2010. (To view current board members please click on the "Board of Directors" tab on the left).

2009 Michigan-Ohio State Fooball Party

On November 21, 2009 Michigan and Ohio State played in The Game. Here are some photos from the viewing party: http://mkegoblue.org/mich_osu_football_party_2009.htm

Michigan Football 2009 Televised Game Parties

The club met at Oakcrest Tavern for the 2009 season for the football viewing parties. Our thanks to the staff of the tavern for allowing us to cheer on the Maize & Blue in Wisconsin territory.

Oakcrest Tavern
http://www.oakcresttavern.com/
4022 N Oakland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 967-0222

2009 New Student Picnic

On July 31, 2009 we held our annual New Student Picnic. Here are some photos from the event: http://mkegoblue.org/2009_new_student_picnic.htm

Milwaukee Public TV Auction

In May 2009, we volunteered at the Milwaukee Public TV Auction Fundraiser. Here are some photos: http://mkegoblue.org/MayPublicTvAuction.htm

Milwaukee University Of Michigan Alumni Club 2009 Wine Tour

On April 24, 2009 Doris & Ed Heiser hosted a winte tasting party at their home. Chapter members had the opportunity to sample a variety of South American wines!

New Student Meet and Greet 2009

On March 22, 2009 we had an excellent visit with prospective students at the Heiser's home during our "Meet and Greet" pizza and sub party.

Jan Lievens Special Exhibit Tour at the Milwaukee Art Museum

On April 25, 2009 The University of Michigan Club of Milwaukee organized a very special group tour of the Jan Lievens special exhibit at the Milwaukee Art at 1:30PM. This exhibit came to Milwaukee from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC and in association with the Rembrandt House Museum, Amsterdam. Before the tour, some of us grabbed lunch at the Water Street Brewery.

Student Send-Off Barbecue 2008

On August 1, 2008, The University of Michigan Club of Milwaukee hosted our annual student send-off evening barbecue from 6:00-8:30PM. Alumni and incoming fall 08 students and their parents were able to mingle and it was an excellent opportunity for reminiscing about past days on the Diag and in the Big House. Ed & Doris Heiser hosted the barbecue at their home.

New Student Meet and Greet 2008

On March 30, 2008 we invited all of University of Michigan's newly accepted Southeast Wisconsin’s high school students and their parents to a "Meet and Greet" pizza party. All alumni were invited to share their Michigan experiences with prospective students. This event was held at Martha Valerio's home.

2007 New Student "Get Acquainted" Pizza Party

We had a great time meeting all of Michigan's newly accepted Southeast Wisconsin’s high school students and their parents at our "get acquainted" pizza party. Click here to see photos from the party.

Michigan Football 2007 Televised Game Parties

The club met at Oakcrest Tavern for the 2007 season for the football viewing parties. Our thanks to Rick Schmidt and the staff of the tavern for allowing us to cheer on the Maize & Blue in Wisconsin territory.

Oakcrest Tavern
http://www.oakcresttavern.com/
4022 N Oakland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53211
(414) 967-0222

Michigan Football 2006 Televised Game Parties

Many alumni and friends of Michigan met this year to cheer on the maize and blue at the Blue City Restaurant!

Milwaukee Art Museum docent led tour of Pissarro Exhibit

On June 9, 2006 the exhibit, "Pissarro: Creating the Impressionist Landscape", opened at the Milwaukee Art Museum. We enjoyed a docent-led tour of this 50+ painting exhibition on Sunday, June 17, followed by dinner at Milwaukee Ale House.