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Marquette Wire
The student news site of Marquette University

Marquette Wire
The student news site of Marquette University

Marquette Wire
Jack Belmont

Jack Belmont, Photo Chief

Jack Belmont is a senior from Chicago, IL majoring in Journalism. This is his first year as the Marquette Wire Photo Chief, after serving as the Photo Editor of his high school’s newspaper. When he’s not shooting on assignment for the Marquette Tribune, Jack enjoys skateboarding and exploring new parts of Milwaukee.

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This mural can be found on St. Paul Avenue and 15th Street, just across the street from the proposed building renovations.

Zoning change “best hope” for historic Menomonee Valley building

Jack Belmont and Sofía Cortés
January 15, 2025
324 N 15th St is shown here tattered with graffiti and broken windows. Breunig said this would be one of the easier renovations to the building.

Debated future in heart of Milwaukee

Sofía Cortés and Jack Belmont
January 15, 2025
More than 60% of college students currently meet the criteria for at least one mental health issue, almost a 50% increase since 2013.

[Photo] Combatting mental health concerns on college campuses

Ruby Mulvaney, Assistant News Editor
January 15, 2025
Civic Dialogues program hosts a variety of events with the goal of facilitating healthy and open communication. 

[Photo] Civic Dialogues facilitates communication

Ruby Mulvaney, Assistant News Editor
December 4, 2024
A&E's 2024 gift guide.

[Photo] A&E’s 2024 gift guide

Annie Goode, Arts & Entertainment Reporter
November 22, 2024
On Monday, the LGBTQ+ Resource Center placed “flags in their honor” to pay tribute to transgender lives in Central Mall, which kicked off Trans* Compassion Week. 

[Photo] Marquette honors transgender lives

Ellie Golko and Mia Thurow
November 20, 2024
T-shirts with the same turquoise hue and yellow geometric pattern that the men’s basketball team will wear on Nov. 30 have been displayed front and center at the Marquette Spirit Shop since Nov. 1.

[Photo] New N7 shirt honors Native American heritage

Mia Thurow, Executive News Editor
November 27, 2024
Despite an unsuccessful attempt to unionize, Marquette faculty members have not stopped pursuing their goals.

[Photo] University unionizing attempt unsuccessful

Ruby Mulvaney, Assistant News Editor
November 12, 2024
The exhibit will be on display until Dec. 21.

[Photo] Material Muses: A look into the exhibit

Allison Scherquist, A&E Reporter
November 12, 2024
More than 12,000 people attended Kamala Harris' Milwaukee rally that featured celebrity guests like Cardi B, GloRilla and Keegan-Michael Key.

[Photo] Harris campaigns with celebrities in MKE

Lance Schulteis and Sahil Gupta
November 3, 2024
MUR presented their annual Autumn Rhythm concert Oct. 25.

[Photo] MUR presents: Autumn Rhythm

Sofía Cortés and Ellie Nelsen-Freund
October 29, 2024
The setting of the Marquette Law School Andrew Center for Restorative Justice Conference brought in participants from all stages of life to engage with the impacts of gun violence.

[Photo] A healing approach to gun violence

Lance Schulteis, News Reporter
October 27, 2024
Blue has a vest, collar and official police badge that he wears when it's time to go to work.

[Photo] ‘Blue’ alleviates campus blues

Mia Thurow, Executive News Editor
November 1, 2024
Students watching the aftermath of the car crash in front of Evans Scholars House.

[Photo] Campus needs safer streets

Clara Lebrón, Print Production Manager
October 20, 2024
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski stated the scaffolding was located 11 stories above the ground.

[Photo] Scaffolding rescue at county courthouse

Izzy Fonfara Drewel, Production Director
October 10, 2024
At the Sept. 30 University Academic Senate meeting to discuss the Securing Our Future plan, around 10 student and staff attendees held up signs to protest the university's budget cuts within the recommendation.

[Photo] Future plan stirs emotion

Gabriel Mannion, News Reporter
October 8, 2024
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[Photo] Crash in front of Evans Scholars House leaves car damaged

Clara Lebrón, Print Production Manager
October 8, 2024
MUR hosted their Spring Concert April 25.

[Photo] MUR hosts the Spring Concert

Sofía Cortés, Assistant Journal Director and Arts Entertainment Audio Producer
April 30, 2024
"Out of the Darkness" walk raised awareness for suicide prevention.

[Photo] Campus “Out of the Darkness” Walk raises Suicide Prevention Awareness

Mia Thurow, Executive News Editor
April 9, 2024
Marquette Radio hosted Radio Roulette March 1.

[Photo] MUR hosts Radio Roulette

Sofía Cortés, Assistant Journal Director and Arts Entertainment Audio Producer
March 5, 2024

Photo package: African Student Association’s cultural show

Jack Belmont, Photo Chief
February 26, 2024
The Transcribe-a-thon was held in the Raynor Library.

[Photo] Transcribe-a-thon to honor Fredrick Douglass’ work

Ruby Mulvaney, News Reporter
February 20, 2024
Four Seasons Skatepark is one of few skateparks in the city, but it will soon be joined by the city-sponsored park on W Rogers St.

[Photo] New skatepark signals hope

Joseph Schamber, Executive Opinions Editor
February 13, 2024
Time Time Thursdays is hosted by campus ministry.

[Photo] MUSG passes bill for new ASL sections

Allan Joseph Fox, News Reporter
February 6, 2024
The band performed Dec. 9 at the Cactus Club.

[Photo] Friko headlines the Cactus Club

Sofía Cortés, Assistant Journal Director and Arts Entertainment Audio Producer
December 12, 2023
Various low-cost activities to do in Milwaukee.

[Photo] Holiday Events in Milwaukee

Mimi Sinotte, Arts & Entertainment Reporter
December 12, 2023
The screening was held Dec. 10 in Johnston Hall.

[Photo] Marquette Filmmakers Association Fall Semester Showcase

Avery Darrow, A&E Reporter
December 12, 2023
Ben Pipkorn signs at the Nov. 8 Deaf Trivia Night.

[Photo] American Sign Language Scene hosts Deaf Trivia Night

Sophie Goldstein, Executive Arts & Entertainment Editor
December 5, 2023
Ben Pipkorn signs at the Nov. 8 Trivia Night.

Empty land where the entertainment district will be located at North 6th St and the Marquette Interchange.

[Photo] Construction has yet to start on future entertainment district

Trinity Zapotocky, Assistant News Editor
October 17, 2023
The orchestra is directed by Erik Janners.

[Photo] Symphony Orchestra’s Fall Concert

Sophie Goldstein, Executive Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 17, 2023
Pfister Hotel during Doors Open.

[Photo] Annual Doors Open Milwaukee

Reyna Galvez, Arts & Entertainment Reporter
September 26, 2023
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