Most folks would agree that when we look our best, we feel our best. Downtown Milwaukee Campus has a department suited for helping you look sharp and keep a spring in your step- Barber/Cosmetology.
With classes located on the first floor of the Main Building and renovations currently taking
place, the program is ever expanding.
This department offers courses in which students learn a variety of services including hair cleansing, conditioning, styling, coloring, and straightening, nail and skin care, and more.
A total of 47 credits is required to complete the Barber/Cosmetology degree.
The program is in compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing for Barber Cosmetology. It takes a year to 18 months to complete (including summer attendance), with classes starting in August and January.
Instructor Julie Stubenrauch says “enrollment in September is always strong. My favorite part of teaching the courses is teaching hair coloring and cutting.”
When I asked a few students why they chose this program, Orbie Williams said, “I chose Barbering and Cosmetology because it’s a year-long program where you can actually receive a diploma and it’s affordable.” Williams added, “I like the diversity and being able to work on clients.”
Another student in the program, Christina Yang, said, “I enjoy doing hair and makeup and it’s a fun creative field to go into. My favorite service is giving facials.”
During fall 2012, salon services will be offered until October 16. Hair services are available in Room M116 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
This is the place to go for haircuts, color, permanent wave, and relaxers.
For spa and facial services visit Room M110 on Mondays from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome to receive these services, or call (414) 297-6399 to schedule an appointment. A list of services and prices can also be found in Room M116.
Whether you want to change your look or just mellow out with a neck massage, the Barber/Cosmetology department will help you out.
Instructor Linda Zizzo advises (from left to right) Claudia Contreras, Saira Figuerea and Laura Contreras as they practice their foot massage techniques on fellow classmates. (Wendi Coon/Times)
