INVENTIONS
This invention by Alexander Graham Bell, first successfully demonstrated in 1876, revolutionized communication by transmitting sound over a distance.
What is the telephone?
These three members of Engagement are a part of the UWM Old School Crew.
Who are Poppe, Monica, & Brandon?
This animated TV family, created by Matt Groening, has been a staple of American television since 1989, living in the fictional town of Springfield.
Who are The Simpsons?
This trophy is awarded to the winner of the annual football game between Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, symbolizing their in-state rivalry.
What is the Paul Bunyan Trophy?
Before it became known as United Wholesale Mortgage, this was the original name of the company when it was founded in 1986.
What is Shore Mortgage?
This invention, patented by the Wright brothers in 1903, made human flight possible and changed travel forever.
What is the airplane?
Who is Montez?
This pop star, known for hits like "Bad Romance" and "Poker Face," is also recognized for her extravagant fashion and performances.
Who is Lady Gaga?
This arena, which hosted the Detroit Pistons from 1988-2017, was known for its distinctive teal seats and was the site of three NBA Championships before being demolished in 2020.
What is The Palace?
This UWM program offers mortgage brokers access to exclusive tools, training, and support to help grow their business.
What is the Success Track program?
Johannes Gutenberg is credited with inventing this device around 1440, which allowed for the mass production of books and the spread of knowledge.
What is the printing press?
This 1997 film, directed by James Cameron and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, became the highest-grossing film of its time.
What is Titanic?
This Detroit Red Wings icon was nicknamed "Mr. Hockey" and had his number 9 retired league-wide.
Who is Gordie Howe?
If you aim to complete the RISE Up challenge, you must give this many Kudos in 2026.
What is 24?
This invention by John Logie Baird in 1926 was the first to successfully demonstrate the transmission of moving images.
What is the television?
Which TV character famously said, "We were on a break!"
Who is Ross Geller?
This Detroit Tigers pitcher, known for his intimidating presence and powerful fastball, won the American League MVP and Cy Young Award in 2011 and threw two no-hitters during his tenure with the team.
Who is Justin Verlander?
Of the six pillars at UWM, when shown on graphics, this pillar is displayed with the color light teal.
What is a Thumb Pointer?
This invention, developed by Tim Berners-Lee in 1989, revolutionized the way we access and share information globally and is considered a cornerstone of the modern internet.
What is the World Wide Web?
At the Super Bowl 2025 halftime show, this artist headlined alongside SZA, Samuel L. Jackson, & tennis-legend Serena Williams.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
This running back won the NFL MVP award in 1997 while playing for the Detroit Lions.
Who is Barry Sanders?
United Wholesale Mortgage achieved a significant milestone in its history by becoming the largest wholesale mortgage lender in the United States in this year.
What is 2015?