Check out the line going into PANTHERFEST…..

Comedy Sportz brings a volunteer on stage:

Nick checks out the Brewers booth

Andy gets the scoop from CW 18 and My 24

The Chancellor and Interim Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs open up First Friday:

Andy gets a preview of First Friday

So we ran into a little snag with internet last night, but I’ll keep posting some of the great moments from last night.

Mychoua-7:04 p.m.

People having fun and waiting in line for the PANTHERFEST show.  King Solomon were entertaining attendees and getting everyone into a good mood!

Mychoua-6:57 p.m.

PANTHERFEST’s sponsors for 2009:

The UW Credit Union has a prize drawing of its own with $150 gift cards.

The UWM Bookstore displaying upcoming events like the Eco Walk and Panther Prowl–sign up and support!

The UWM Post has its own booth on the PANTHERFEST grounds as well with current newspaper issue.

Mychoua-6:55 p.m.

Obstacle course staffed by Gavin and James.

The magnificent and bouncy obstacle course:

Kwame-6:44pm

Some of our awesome sponsors for PANTHERFEST this year.

UWM Student Association

102.1 FM

Jansport

Kwame-6:30pm

Union Staff Alice on Euro Bungee!

Nick – 6:20

I got to see King Solomon kick off the live music here at PANTHERFEST!

Jon- 6:10 p.m.

We got a sneak peek at the Amphitheater during the first sound check, Andy couldn’t hear himself, but you can…

Jon – 6:02 p.m.

I have some pictures from Chancellor Santiago and Interim Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Jim Hill opening up the First Friday Celebration. Check out a video of the opening speech later.

Mychoua-6:01 p.m.

Before the doors opened, people were already lining up for PANTHERFEST!

The staff here were definitely prepared

Kwame-5:40

Comedy sportz looks exciting!

Mychoua-5:38 p.m.

Check out the Brewer’s sausages down at PANTHERFEST, posing with staff and mingling with the crowd.

kwame-5:10

Students arrive and the gates officially open for PANTHERFEST 2009. WOW!!!!!!!!!

Jon – 4:45

Nick checks out the Zipcar booth and gets a quick tour of one of the cars stationed at UWM.

Jon – 4:30

Andy stops by the Amp booth to get some energy

Jon 4:00

looks like everyones here!

Kwame-3:52pm

Just checked in for PANTHERFEST blogging. I will be keeping you guys posted on UWM’s biggest event of the year. Peace!!!!!!

Mychoua-3:51 p.m.

King Solomon is across the blogging tent playing music and getting ready to entertain PANTHERFEST attendees.  I’ll be blogging and posting pictures of various events throughout the evening.  Check here often for updates on activities going on.

Nick – 3:50 p.m.

Just got situated here at Pantherfest. I’ll be taking pictures throughout the day and uploading them here at the live blog. Keep checking for more updates.

Jon – 3:00 p.m.

We’re here continuing to set things up. Check out some pictures of whats happening right now….

Jon – 2:30 p.m.

Hey everyone, Andy and I just got set up at PANTHERFEST, Andy’s going to welcome you in the video below. Keep checking back here to see what’s happening at PANTHERFEST 2009.

Check back here later today for live and exclusive coverage of PANTHERFEST. Activities start at 5:00 p.m. and the musical performances start at 8:00 p.m. so be ready.

Today is the day you’ve all been waiting for! PANTHERFEST starts tonight at 5 p.m. and goes till midnight. Dashboard goes on at 8 p.m., but get there early, the gates to the Amphitheater open at 6:30 p.m. We’re bringing you live coverage of the event starting this afternoon with the PANTHERFEST Liveblog. For more information on PANTHERFEST visit our “FAQ’s” page.

See you there!

After an exciting first day of class, what better way to celebrate than with the Milwaukee Brewers and UWM? Hosted by the Neighborhood Housing Office and COAST Leaders, the Brewers Tailgate Party will be held in the Union Rec Center on Wednesday night starting at 6:30 P.M. Coming off a hot streak against the Pittsburgh Pirates, join fellow UWM students watch the Brew Crew fight for the wildcard playoff spot against the St. Louis Cardinals. Meet Brewers fans, enjoy free “tailgate” food and drink, and more! The party starts at 6:30 P.M.; don’t forget your Brewers cap!

Brewers Tailgate Party w/ the Neighborhood Housing Office, COAST Leaders, and the Union Rec Center.
Wednesday, September 2nd, 6:30 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.
Union Rec Center (basement of Student Union, next to the Gasthaus)
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=124488929644

So I had a chance to stop by Panther Welcome Day today and it was amazing! Carla Cadet was on hand to talk about some upcoming programs with Union Sociocultural Programming and mentors from the First Year Center had their students out enjoying the free food and music. The featured act was UrbanSol, the group that will be performing for Lyrical Sanctuary this year. Check out the video after the break for a sneak peak. For more information about the First Year Center visit fyc.uwm.edu and to get a full lineup of Sociocultural Programming’s events click here. This Saturday I’ll be taking a journey on the Milwaukee river with the Adventure Center so watch out for that post.

Don’t forget to watch the video after the break…

First year students remember to complete Alcohol-Wise by September 1st! Just go to  3rdmilclassrooms.com to complete your course. The password to access the course is PANTHERS. Enjoy the last few weeks of summer!

Hey There all you new freshmen and returning students!!!

Well, the time has finally arrived, thousands of you will be moving into the Residence Halls whether it is here at Sandburg (where the office I reside is located), RiverView, Purin, or Kenilworth Square Apartments.

At 7 am this morning move-in began and it hasn’t slowed down since. Nor will it. In the next 4 days University Housing will be assisting over 2,500 students move into the residence halls and become accustomed to their new surroundings. Be sure to check out the the CampusKickoff website www.campuskickoff.com for all events that are happening.

Don’t forget to check out your move in packet and go through the University Housing Handbook also there is a packet listing all of the events that are going on around all of the University Housing locations.

Happy Move-In and I’ll see you around!

Comedy Sportz is coming to the Gasthaus! Enjoy the impromptu antics of Milwaukee’s finest comedians! Stop by the Gasthaus in the basement of the Union on September 10th at 9 PM to enjoy a great show!

This year’s Union House Party is set to be better than ever! The House Party is a time for students to get to know the Union and what they can do there. Below is a list of the activities. It all starts on September 9th from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. in the UWM Student Union. For more information, check out the event on Facebook.

Human Bowling, Union Concourse

Back Massages, Union Theatre

Photo Booth, Union Concourse

Make your own photo frame, Studio Arts & Crafts Centre

Meet your B.O.S.S. Drivers, Spaights Plaza

Self Defense Demonstration, Union Concourse

Henna Tattoo, Multicultural Student Lounge

Caricature Artist, Union Art Gallery

Movie Previews, Union Theatre

Alcohol and Other Drug Aversion, Union Rec Center

Free Bowling, Table Tennis and Billiards, Union Rec Center

The Union Recreation Center will be hosting Cosmic Bowling on August 28th and 29th from 9PM-11:45 PM. Come enjoy 3 games of bowling for free on those days and only $1 every other Friday. Lanes fill up fast so get to the Union early to reserve yours! If bowling isn’t your forte take advantage of the Recreation Center’s pool tables, video games, and ping pong tables!

First year students, current students and the general public should keep an eye out for any Union Theatre flicks that are being played during Campus KickOff.  The Union Theatre is the best place to watch movies that can satisfy the harsh movie critics.  Plus, this is the best place to enjoy movies for FREE without the inconvenience of purchasing tickets.  Be sure to end your nights with a trip to the Union Theatre!