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Nichole Fernandez-Jurado was one of the three people who helped create the College of Communication student council.

College of Communication student council to start spring 2018

Caroline White, News Reporter • November 7, 2017
The idea for a student council came about last year when Ruppe and Becerra, both MUSG College of Communication senators, were talking with Ben Dombrowski, MUSG president and senior in the College of Communication, about ways to unite the college.
“We focus on empowerment,” Jenna Borowski, executive director of the Marquette WYSE branch and senior in the College of Communication, said. “We try not to tell the girls what to do, but rather give them a variety of options. They can choose what works best for them.”

Female students reach out to local middle school girls, aim to empower

Jenny Whidden, News Reporter • November 7, 2017
The students work through Women and Youth Supporting Each Other, a national organization that mentors young women through their middle school years and empowers them to choose their own future. Marquette represents one of twelve WYSE branches.
John McAdams passed away Thursday. Marquette Wire stock photo.

McAdams’ appeal decision forthcoming

Morgan Hughes, Staff Editor • November 7, 2017
John McAdams, a professor of political science at Marquette University, was suspended indefinitely without pay in 2014 after writing a post on his blog criticizing a graduate professor by name who did not allow a student to discuss the topic of same-sex marriage during their class. McAdams filed a lawsuit challenging the suspension, which was ruled against by a Milwaukee County judge last May. McAdams has been in the process of appealing the decision since then.
Graphic by Sydney Czyzon

Local manufacturing at highest growth, promises stable future

Sydney Czyzon, News Reporter • November 7, 2017
The report, known as the Marquette Institute for Supply Management report on Manufacturing, is primarily generated by Marquette graduate students. Marquette began doing the report around 2009 or 2010, after the ISM Milwaukee chapter wanted to get rid of it.
Photo via Wire Stock Photo The statement said Marquette believes that this measure would disadvantage private universities and will negatively affect the next generation of citizens.

Proposed GOP tax reform bill may impact Marquette

Clara Janzen and Sarah Lipo • November 3, 2017
The statement said Marquette believes that this measure would disadvantage private universities and will negatively affect the next generation of citizens.
Mariah Idrissi spoke to students in the AMU.

First Muslim H&M model speaks about fashion indstry

Sanya Sawlani, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
The presentation explained the evolving roles of inclusion in fashion, the importance of representation in the field and her experiences being a western Muslim in London. She also expressed how there is a disconnect between women of all color in the industry, not just Muslims.
Graphic by Jenna Thompson

Marquette changes to rolling admissions, part of nationwide trend

Jenna Thompson, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
Marquette has now switched to rolling admission, meaning after students submit their application and FAFSA, they can hear back with a decision within about three weeks. The decision that John Baworowsky, Vice Provost of Enrollment Management, said “gives a huge advantage to the student.”
New artwork was put up to make the Varsity theater more representative of the university. Photo by Sydney Czyzon.

Varsity Theatre undergoes renovations

Sydney Czyzon, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
The changes include updated graphics for display cases, oversized words with Marquette branding phrases, some new lighting and updated seating, said Sharon Grace, creative director at the Office of Marketing and Communication.
Last Friday the Haggerty Art Museum hosted a beginner-level yoga class free to all Marquette students. Marquette’s art club sponsored the event along with the Haggerty.

Beginner-level yoga class offered at Haggerty

Caroline Gallo, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
Last Friday the Haggerty Art Museum hosted a beginner-level yoga class free to all Marquette students. Marquette’s art club sponsored the event along with the Haggerty.
Marquette For Lifes Memorial for the Unborn was displayed last week outside of Lalumiere for pro-life advocacy week.

Pro-life memorial stirs conversation among student groups

Caroline White, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
The student organization Marquette for Life hosts a week’s worth of events every year advocating for pro-life ideology on campus. The events entail cupcake sales, speakers, a candlelit vigil and a "Memorial of the Unborn in the Central Mall."
Graphic by Sydney Czyzon

Law School poll reveals Foxconn support is divided

Sydney Czyzon, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
Across the board, the city of Milwaukee had more negative responses than any other region: 50 percent said Foxconn will not substantially improve the economy.

Club hosts goats on AMU lawn, raise awareness for organization gifting goats in Kenya

Jenny Whidden, News Reporter • October 31, 2017
The event, called “Goats Gone Wild,” went on for two hours. There was “goat” chow and goat-shaped cookies for sale, but club member Alec Bodendorfer said they were primarily trying to raise awareness for their cause.
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