Marquette Wire

Bennett, Mirsberger reflect on COVID-19 crisis

Tyler Peters • March 25, 2020

With the unprecedented unraveling of many events during the coronavirus outbreak, the Marquette men's soccer team saw its spring season come to a screeching halt. "My first thoughts were, 'We're lucky...

MUSG spring elections postponed due to coronavirus concerns

Nicole Laudolff, News Reporter • March 25, 2020

Since the university's decision on March 24 to suspend all in-person classes for the remainder of the semester, MUSG leadership is considering changes to the proposed election schedule that was set forth following the university's initial suspension of in-person instruction until April 10.

SALGADO: Distrust of media inhibiting Americans from protecting themselves

Beck Andrew Salgado • March 25, 2020

COVID-19 has tested American public trust of the media. The health and safety of the population relies on the public's willingness to heed precautions from medical experts, scientists, and government officials rather than get caught up in debates of misinformation.

Lacrosse programs react to NCAA granting eligibility relief

Zoe Comerford, Executive Sports Editor • March 24, 2020

Eighteen Marquette men’s and women’s lacrosse players’ final seasons came to an unexpected end March 12. Now the NCAA allowed an extra year of eligibility for those in spring sports.

BEG: Younger generations must stay mindful of elderly amid pandemic

Aminah Beg • March 24, 2020

Though younger people are less likely to die from COVID-19, it does not mean they can take this disease lightly. It is all of our responsibilities to take the advice of the CDC and WHO to slow the spread of COVID-19 through social distance and quarantine.

Remote learning extended for rest of spring semester, graduation postponed

Annie Mattea • March 23, 2020

The university is considering alternatives to spring commencement, such as ceremonies in August.

Campus ministry to remain active throughout pandemic

JK Rees • March 23, 2020

Masses will be live-streamed through Marquette's Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Pelaez’s program ‘feels good’ despite cancellation of spring season due to COVID-19

John Leuzzi, Assistant Sports Editor • March 22, 2020

As events across the country and world are being canceled due the outbreak of the coronavirus, the Marquette women's soccer team is finding ways to make the best out of their suspended spring season. "It...

EDITORIAL: MU must institute pass/fail grading system to ensure equality

March 21, 2020

The inaccessibility of campus facilities disadvantages students facing unhealthy home environments, distracting family dynamics, mental health struggles and other challenges.

Students await Marquette decision on graduation ceremonies amid COVID-19

Annie Mattea • March 19, 2020

Some colleges across the country announced cancelations of graduation ceremonies.

COVID-19 affects student housing

Kelli Arseneau, Assistant News Editor • March 19, 2020

Students living in residence halls and university-owned apartments should not return to campus before April 10.

DYSART: COVID-19 response temporary success, not climate action victory

Annie Dysart, Assistant Opinions Editor • March 19, 2020

Social and industrial responses to COVID-19 have caused global greenhouse gas emissions to decrease. This cannot be celebrated as a victory for climate action because the changes causing lower emissions are occurring under dire circumstances that will eventually subside and lead emissions to increase to previous levels.