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The LOVELLSTRONG Legacy Run was one of the events held during Marquette’s Family Weekend. 

Running for a greater purpose

Gabriel Mannion and Lance Schulteis • October 2, 2024
The 2.4-mile route took participants through central campus to Valley Fields and back. Awaiting the participants' finish was a complimentary breakfast in Eckstein Common sponsored by the Campus Activities Board.
Burke Scholars discussed Matthew Desmond's "Poverty, by America" at their book club.

Scholars engage in social justice discussion

Sahil Gupta, News Reporter • September 25, 2024
The event included conversations about potential root causes and solutions to poverty in the United States. Topics ranged from the government’s role in ending poverty, to how childcare can help play a role in reducing poverty in America.
Chelsea Cook uses her lab to investigate bees and their social behaviors.

“Bee the difference”: Cook Lab tells larger story about social insects

Lance Schulteis, News Reporter • September 24, 2024
Underneath the building and within the corridors of the Wehr Life Sciences basement lies The Cook Lab, a center of research in entomology, the study of insects.
Marquette's Sigma Kappa chapter walked at Henry Maier Festival Park in an effort to raise $18,959 dollars towards Alzheimer's research. Photo courtesy of Antonia Bareford.

Sigma Kappa raises awareness for Alzheimer’s

Ruby Mulvaney, Assistant News Editor • September 24, 2024
At the walk, there were girls from Sigma Kappa, community members and caregivers of those who are living with Alzheimer's. Many of the Sigma Kappa girls expressed how emotional the day was, as many of them have a personal connection to the cause. 
More than 100 employers set up booths for the fall Career Fair.

Career Center connects companies with community

Bridget Lisle, News Reporter • September 24, 2024
The Career Fair is hosted by the Marquette Career Center and allows students to reach out to future employers, network, and meet alums. It is held annually in September and is the largest recruiting event of the year, lasting two days.
The ceiling of the renovated Chapel of the Holy Family features a skylight in the shape of an eye.

Renovated chapel creates openness

Ellie Golko • September 24, 2024
Located in the heart of campus, the Chapel of the Holy Family functions as a worship space for the Marquette community.
Mass on the Grass took place in the Gratitude Garden and attracted nearly almost 100 attendees.

Outdoor Mass promotes nature

Mia Thurow, Executive News Editor • September 24, 2024
The Office of Mission and Ministry hosted their second annual Mass on the Grass on Sept. 14 in the Gratitude Garden, one of Marquette’s several sacred spaces on campus.
Photo courtesy of Marquette University.

Historic moment for Lemonis

Gabriel Mannion, News Reporter • September 24, 2024
The dedication ceremony for the Lemonis Center had over 150 people in attendance including Marquette students, faculty, and even members of the Milwaukee community. 
Photo by Sahil Gupta.

Extensive Civic Engagement at MU Law

Sahil Gupta, News Reporter • September 12, 2024
The Lubar Center hosted 172 people for “Debate and Converse," allowing members of the Marquette and Milwaukee communities to observe a milestone moment in this unprecedented 2024 presidential campaign.
Collegiate Recovery Program offers students a second chance

Collegiate Recovery Program offers students a second chance

Mia Thurow, Executive News Editor • September 10, 2024
This September marks the 35th anniversary of National Recovery Month, which was started to celebrate the recovery community and highlight the importance of evidence-based treatment and recovery practices.  
Over 350 people attended this year's Mass of the Holy Spirit. This photo was taken prior to the mass to avoid disturbing parishioners. Photo courtesy of Jack Belmont.

“Just breathe” – Mass of the Holy Spirit embraces tradition and encourages hope

Ellie Golko • September 10, 2024
Beginning in 1548 at St. Ignatius College in Messina, Sicily, the first Jesuit school, the Mass of the Holy Spirit is a tradition celebrated to ask the Holy Spirit for gifts and wisdom in the academic year coming forward.
Michael Lovell was the university's 24th president.

A slice of the presidential search and Ian’s

Gabriel Mannion, News Reporter • September 10, 2024
Students shared what they wanted to see remain, change and improve with the university’s next president, with the common denominator being a leader committed to loving the Marquette campus and community, along with involvement in it.
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