Hair Career: How to Become a Barber or Cosmetologist
Find out how to become a barber or cosmetologist. Hear from Milwaukee barber and salon recruiters about what makes a great barber or cosmetologist....
06 February, 2020
Author: Institute of Beauty and Wellness
Understanding Financial Aid With Gregory Matthews
Planning to go to school can seem overwhelming, but applying for financial aid doesn’t have to be. Federal financial aid, specifically Federal Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and PLUS Loans, as well as, Pell Grants are available to those who qualify in the Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthiology, Ayurveda...
10 November, 2019
Student Spotlight: Twis Taylor
Barbering services are currently on fire, and with the expected growth in men’s grooming trends, now is a great time to be a barber. We recently sat down with current barbering student, Christopher “Twis” Taylor @twisthebarber to discuss his desire to become a barber and...
13 September, 2019
7 Reasons to Become a Nail Designer
Learn about why the manicuring industry could be right for you!...
22 May, 2019
Hall of Fame: Jacqueline Miller
Read about Jacqueline, a massage therapy alumna who now works at a salon & spa....
13 May, 2019
Catwalk for Clean Water 2019: Gallery
Missed Milwaukee's Catwalk for Clean Water 2019? No worries -- you can experience the magic of the night and admire our very talented students' work with our gallery. Be sure to look out for our next show, Catwalk for a Cure, coming in October. ...
02 May, 2019
#HallofFame: Abby Thiede
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27 February, 2019
Meet Barber Student, Zindia
Meet current barbering student, Zindia. She is among the growing number of female students entering the barbering industry. She has been a pleasure to have at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness, and as she approaches her graduation, we wanted to ask her a few...
21 February, 2019
Student Spotlight: Jeanna Ray
Current student Jeanna Ray made a big life change when she decided to enroll in our Ayurveda Esthetic program at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness. Not only did she make a huge career change, she also had to relocate almost 900 miles from her...
14 February, 2019
Aveda Artist and New York Fashion Week Alum Teaches Advanced Haircutting Techniques
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14 January, 2019