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Save the Date!

When: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Where: Milwaukee County War Memorial Center

The Office of Community Engagement will host its 9th annual Community Engagement Conference with the theme Connecting and Collaborating for Community Health. The day will explore community engagement efforts in the research, clinical, and education spaces. The daylong conference will feature a keynote speaker, concurrent breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and learning opportunities for people with various levels of community engagement experience.

view 2026 conference program

Community Engagement Donation Drive

The Office of Community Engagement is coordinating its fourth annual donation drive. During the month of May 2026, donations will be collected for Pathfinders, a nonprofit organization serving youth in crisis in the Greater Milwaukee Area. Pathfinders provide safety, hope, and healing to ensure that all young people are safe, healthy, independent, successful, and valued.

Learn more about Pathfinders by visiting their website.

Needed Items:

  • New underwear (all sizes and styles)
  • New bras (all sizes and styles)
  • Shampoo and conditioner for textured hair
  • Phone chargers (USB Type-C/iPhone)

Here are ways you can donate during the month of May:
• From May 4–29, drop off your donations to one of the boxes located around the MCW-Milwaukee campus and ThriveOn King.
• On May 7, bring your donation when you attend the Community Engagement Conference at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center. Please note that registration is required.
• On May 8, bring your donation when you attend the President’s Community Engagement Award Luncheon at the MCW-Milwaukee campus. Please note that registration is required.
• Purchase needed items directly from the Amazon Wishlist.

 

 

 

 

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