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McCormick Stories

McCormick Stories

Larson Seaver, Executive News Producer May 7, 2018
McCormick Hall will say goodbye to its last residents at the end of the week; students shared their memories of living in the beer can. For many, the dorm represented a new start and the beginning of their career. In our series, "McCormick Stories," we heard from successful alumni that all started their time at McCormick Hall.
Art Exhibits at the Haggerty Museum of Art are inspired by political activism.

Louder Than Words: How Art Serves As A Form Of Activism

Noelle Douglass, Assistant A&E Editor May 7, 2018
The ability of art to inspire activism and understanding is seen in the stories of many different artists and social advocates
Martz Martinez ate at all of Marquettes dining halls in one day to complete his very own Sodexo Sprint Challenge.

Sodexo Sprint Challenge

Matthew Martinez May 7, 2018
It all began winter of 2017. Some friends and I were trying to determine if it would even be possible to eat at all eight meal swipe options in one day.
Gender fluidity

Gender fluidity

Dan O'Keefe, Arts & Entertainment Reporter May 7, 2018
Sam is a freshman in the College of Communication. Sam isn't male or female. Sam is gender fluid.
MUR Summer Playlist

MUR Summer Playlist

May 7, 2018

Looking for something new to listen to? Follow Marquette Radio on Spotify for new curated playlists from every corner of the music world! Check out these playlists featuring guests from our New Music Monday...

Dear Sally

May 7, 2018

My boyfriend and I live in different states, and I'm worried about a long distance relationship. How can we make this work? Find someone in your hometown who looks as close as possible to your...

I am First: A Poem By A First Generation Student

I am First: A Poem By A First Generation Student

Natallie St. Onge, News Reporter May 7, 2018

I am first. First to rise with the sun, Peeking through my curtains, Encouraging, cheering behind the buildings, To get up and begin to get things done. I am first. First to smell...

One Last Stand: McCormick Mems

One Last Stand: McCormick Mems

Caroline White, News Reporter May 7, 2018

Known warmly by many as “the Beer Can,” McCormick Hall made itself a distinct silhouette in the Milwaukee skyline and earned itself quite the reputation. After 50 years of housing restless Marquette...

There are various active shooter training methods and resources utilized throughout the U.S. Graphic by Jenny Whidden.

Active Shooter Training for Residence Life Employees

Jenny Whidden, Assistant News Editor May 7, 2018
ORL previously provided employees with active shooter training in August, just before the start of each academic year, Renee Dowdy, the assistant director of student staffing and training, said. The training consisted of videos and a presentation from a Marquette University Police Department officer.
Editors Note: Spring 2018

Editor’s Note: Spring 2018

McKenna Oxenden, Marquette Journal & Special Projects Managing Editor May 7, 2018

Young voices across the country — and world — are getting louder and louder. This isn’t the first time young adults have taken a stand. But it’s the first time we are being heard. It’s the...

Lioneal Clay will attend Marquette in the fall on a full scholarship.

Milwaukee Public School Student Gets Full Ride

Aly Prouty, Executive News Editor May 7, 2018

Milwaukee Public School senior Lioneal Clay set his heart on attending college four years ago, during his freshman year at Vincent High School. He knew he could do it, but it wouldn't be easy. It...

Demonstrators advocate for stricter gun laws and legislation at the 2018 March For Our Lives in Washington DC. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Fight against gun violence continues after March for Our Lives

Grace Connatser, News Reporter May 7, 2018

Linnea Stanton and Izzy Staton are determined to keep the momentum of anti-gun violence activism going following the March for Our Lives rally March 24. Thousands marched for tighter gun control in...

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