Helfaer Theatre lacks accessibility for people with disabilities
Claire Hyman, Investigative Reporter
November 27, 2018
“It’s something that most of us don’t think about." Stephen Hudson-Mairet said a person without a disability is often unaware that a building is inaccessible until it is brought to his or her attention, so he is trying to do just that. Hudson-Mairet is an associate professor of theater ...
Health care remains obstacle for transgender community
Lelah Byron, Projects Reporter
November 27, 2018
“Is today real? Is today happening?” When Mac Fowler gave himself his first shot of testosterone, he said he felt lightheaded with joy. He couldn’t stop smiling all the way back to the clinic waiting room where his dad sat enraptured by a level of "Angry Birds." “All I could think about ...
Universities differ on contraceptive policies
Caroline White, Projects Reporter
November 13, 2018
Many Catholic schools either don’t prescribe birth control at all, or they prescribe it only for non-contraceptive purposes. Marquette is among the latter and will only prescribe birth control for other health reasons.
Gerrymandering explained: Wisconsin’s court case serves as reference for partisan concerns
Matthew Martinez, Assistant Projects Editor
October 30, 2018
In fall 2017, a group of Democrats from Wisconsin took a case to the U.S. Supreme Court accusing the Republican-controlled state legislature of gerrymandering. The case Gill v. Whitford was sent back to the lower court in a unanimous decision, allowing the state legislature to continue current practices....
I didn’t report my rapist. I never will.
Morgan Hughes, Executive Projects Editor
October 9, 2018
Maybe if you understand me as I am now and who I was then, you will better understand the boy who raped me, the reasons I never reported him for it and the reasons I still have no intention to.
What it feels like to be sexually assaulted
April 15, 2018
What it feels like to be sexually assaulted, as told by an anonymous sexual assault survivor. This summer, my life changed. I don’t mean an existential, “Eat Pray Love,” "Walden" kind of change. My life wasn’t propelled forward. I didn’t experience some kind of emotional breakthrough. My life ...
LCM, Campus Ministry face disagreement over glitter ashes
Alex Groth, Assistant Projects Editor
March 20, 2018
Campus Ministry and Lutheran Campus Ministry have been in discussion after LCM distributed glitter ashes supporting the LGBTQ community. Campus Ministry does not support the act, and LCM is considering creating a separate organization.
Underreporting among males likely due to gender-based stigma
Matthew Martinez, Projects Reporter
February 27, 2018
The largely forgotten conversation about male survivors of sexual assault contributes to a lack of reporting of instances and a lack of understanding.
Marquette Theatre: Student Body Preview
Nathan Desutter, Assistant A&E Editor
February 15, 2018
The show has nine dates, debuting on Thursday, Feb. 15 and ending on Sunday, Feb. 25. In addition, after each performance, the cast alongside local community experts will host a forum with audience members to create a productive dialogue regarding sexual assault prevention.
Multiple Greek organizations on probation
Matthew Martinez, Projects Reporter
February 13, 2018
The five organizations, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Triangle Fraternity, Kappa Delta Sorority, Alpha Xi Delta Sorority and Delta Chi Fraternity are prohibited from hosting events serving or involving alcohol.
Faculty bystander shares past regrets
Jenny Whidden, Assistant News Editor
January 30, 2018
David Wilcox, a professional in residence in the College of Communication, was at his desk in Johnston Hall when he decided it was time to share his guilt from standing by while his fraternity brothers sexually assaulted women 35 years ago.
MUPD sees decrease in sexual assault reports
Sydney Czyzon, Assistant News Editor
January 16, 2018
According to data provided by university spokesperson Chris Jenkins, nine sexual assaults were reported to MUPD in 2017. Sexual assault reports to MUPD have steadily declined since their peak of 34 in 2014.
