MU student has confirmed case of mumps; 6 total cases in Milwaukee in 2017

MU student has confirmed case of mumps; 6 total cases in Milwaukee in 2017

MILWAUKEE -- A Marquette University student has a confirmed case of mumps, bringing the total number of cases reported in the City of Milwaukee in 2017 to six, the Milwaukee Health Department announced Tuesday, February 14th.Health Department officials are working closely with MU officials to initiate appropriate follow-up, according to a news release.Mumps is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the mumps virus.

MILWAUKEE -- A Marquette University student has a confirmed case of mumps, bringing the total number of cases reported in the City of Milwaukee in 2017 to six, the Milwaukee Health Department announced Tuesday, February 14th.Health Department officials are working closely with MU officials to initiate appropriate follow-up, according to a news release.Mumps is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the mumps virus.

Marquette Golden Eagles fall to No. 22 Butler 68-65

Marquette Golden Eagles fall to No. 22 Butler 68-65

MILWAUKEE — Andrew Chrabascz scored 13 of his 21 points in the second half, Avery Woodson scored 17 points in his first start in more than three weeks and No. 22 Butler held off Marquette for a 68-65 victory Tuesday night, February 7th.The Bulldogs (19-5, 8-4 Big East) snapped a two-game losing streak after tweaking their starting lineup, with regulars Tyler Lewis and Kelan Martin coming off the bench.

MILWAUKEE — Andrew Chrabascz scored 13 of his 21 points in the second half, Avery Woodson scored 17 points in his first start in more than three weeks and No. 22 Butler held off Marquette for a 68-65 victory Tuesday night, February 7th.The Bulldogs (19-5, 8-4 Big East) snapped a two-game losing streak after tweaking their starting lineup, with regulars Tyler Lewis and Kelan Martin coming off the bench.

Reading with the Golden Eagles: MU basketball players read to kids, "to show them the importance of school"

Reading with the Golden Eagles: MU basketball players read to kids, "to show them the importance of school"

MILWAUKEE -- They're looking to be great on the court, but the Marquette University men's basketball tam is also trying to prove that they can be great in the classroom, and that includes being great role models for some young Milwaukee students.

MILWAUKEE -- They're looking to be great on the court, but the Marquette University men's basketball tam is also trying to prove that they can be great in the classroom, and that includes being great role models for some young Milwaukee students.

Conversation about Milwaukee 53206 documentary kicks off Marquette University's "Mission Week"

Conversation about Milwaukee 53206 documentary kicks off Marquette University's "Mission Week"

MILWAUKEE -- As a part of Marquette University's annual Mission Week, members of the community are taking a look at racial injustice in Milwaukee.Events on Monday, February 6th revolved around the film Milwaukee 53206, a documentary about one of the most incarcerated ZIP codes in the nation.On Monday night, the movie will be screened and end with dinner and conversation.The conversation began Monday afternoon with a discussion about what it took to make the film in the first place.

MILWAUKEE -- As a part of Marquette University's annual Mission Week, members of the community are taking a look at racial injustice in Milwaukee.Events on Monday, February 6th revolved around the film Milwaukee 53206, a documentary about one of the most incarcerated ZIP codes in the nation.On Monday night, the movie will be screened and end with dinner and conversation.The conversation began Monday afternoon with a discussion about what it took to make the film in the first place.

Marquette University social media pages SURGE following huge win against #1 Villanova

Marquette University social media pages SURGE following huge win against #1 Villanova

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University's buzzer beater win against top-ranked Villanova Tuesday night, January 24th, has people talking.Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a layup at the buzzer and Marquette upset Villanova 74-72.The Golden Eagles (14-6, 5-3 Big East) roared back from a 17-point deficit for a season-defining win over the Wildcats (19-2, 7-2).Fans stormed the court at the Bradley Center for the kind of floor-stomping postgame celebration that hasn’t been seen in Milwaukee since coach Al McGuire paced the Marquette sideline.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University's buzzer beater win against top-ranked Villanova Tuesday night, January 24th, has people talking.Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a layup at the buzzer and Marquette upset Villanova 74-72.The Golden Eagles (14-6, 5-3 Big East) roared back from a 17-point deficit for a season-defining win over the Wildcats (19-2, 7-2).Fans stormed the court at the Bradley Center for the kind of floor-stomping postgame celebration that hasn’t been seen in Milwaukee since coach Al McGuire paced the Marquette sideline.

Clutch Katin Reinhardt helps Marquette upset No. 1 Villanova

Clutch Katin Reinhardt helps Marquette upset No. 1 Villanova

MILWAUKEE — Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a layup at the buzzer and Marquette upset top-ranked Villanova 74-72 on Tuesday night, January 24th.The Golden Eagles (14-6, 5-3 Big East) roared back from a 17-point deficit for a season-defining win over the Wildcats (19-2, 7-2).Fans stormed the court at the Bradley Center for the kind of floor-stomping postgame celebration that hasn't been seen in Milwaukee since coach Al McGuire paced the Marquette sideline.He would have been proud of the Golden Eagles' effort against Villanova.

MILWAUKEE — Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a layup at the buzzer and Marquette upset top-ranked Villanova 74-72 on Tuesday night, January 24th.The Golden Eagles (14-6, 5-3 Big East) roared back from a 17-point deficit for a season-defining win over the Wildcats (19-2, 7-2).Fans stormed the court at the Bradley Center for the kind of floor-stomping postgame celebration that hasn't been seen in Milwaukee since coach Al McGuire paced the Marquette sideline.He would have been proud of the Golden Eagles' effort against Villanova.

New details: Marquette University's $600M plan to transform its Milwaukee campus

New details: Marquette University's $600M plan to transform its Milwaukee campus

MILWAUKEE -- A new residence hall and athletic research center aren't the only projects Marquette University has on deck.MU President Mike Lovell revealed new details on $600 million worth of projects that will change the campus.The additions include a BioDiscovery District and Innovation Alley, which includes a new business school and a recreation and wellness facility, as well as the already announced residence hall and sports research center.PHOTO GALLERYAll of the buildings are part of the university's larger campus master plan.The buildings will likely be built in the next six to eight years.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

MILWAUKEE -- A new residence hall and athletic research center aren't the only projects Marquette University has on deck.MU President Mike Lovell revealed new details on $600 million worth of projects that will change the campus.The additions include a BioDiscovery District and Innovation Alley, which includes a new business school and a recreation and wellness facility, as well as the already announced residence hall and sports research center.PHOTO GALLERYAll of the buildings are part of the university's larger campus master plan.The buildings will likely be built in the next six to eight years.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

MU alumni Ray and Kay Eckstein will donate $10M towards new residence hall once $10M raised

MU alumni Ray and Kay Eckstein will donate $10M towards new residence hall once $10M raised

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University alumni Ray and Kay Eckstein have issued a $10 million challenge toward the construction of the university’s new residence hall facility, MU President Michael Lovell announced Wednesday, January 18th during his annual campus address.

MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University alumni Ray and Kay Eckstein have issued a $10 million challenge toward the construction of the university’s new residence hall facility, MU President Michael Lovell announced Wednesday, January 18th during his annual campus address.

Marquette Golden Eagles fall to Butler; No. 13 rallied from 18-point deficit to win 88-80

Marquette Golden Eagles fall to Butler; No. 13 rallied from 18-point deficit to win 88-80

INDIANAPOLIS — Kelan Martin scored 22 points and No. 13 Butler rallied from an 18-point deficit, surging in the second half to beat Marquette University 88-80 Monday, January 16th.Butler trailed by 16 at halftime, but outscored Marquette 38-18 in the next 11 minutes to take the lead.

INDIANAPOLIS — Kelan Martin scored 22 points and No. 13 Butler rallied from an 18-point deficit, surging in the second half to beat Marquette University 88-80 Monday, January 16th.Butler trailed by 16 at halftime, but outscored Marquette 38-18 in the next 11 minutes to take the lead.

Marquette holds on for 89-86 win over Seton Hall

Marquette holds on for 89-86 win over Seton Hall

MILWAUKEE  — Markus Howard had 22 points and Katin Reinhardt made four free throws in the final 29 seconds of overtime to help Marquette beat Seton Hall 89-86 on Wednesday night, January 11th.The Golden Eagles (11-5, 2-2 Big East) took the lead for good at 79-78 on Howard's pair of free throws with 3:57 left in overtime.

MILWAUKEE  — Markus Howard had 22 points and Katin Reinhardt made four free throws in the final 29 seconds of overtime to help Marquette beat Seton Hall 89-86 on Wednesday night, January 11th.The Golden Eagles (11-5, 2-2 Big East) took the lead for good at 79-78 on Howard's pair of free throws with 3:57 left in overtime.

Marquette University Golden Eagles fall to Seton Hall, 69-66

Marquette University Golden Eagles fall to Seton Hall, 69-66

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. — Khadeen Carrington scored five of his 12 points on one extended possession in the final 30 seconds and Seton Hall pulled out a wild 69-66 win over Marquette on Sunday, January 1st.Katin Reinhardt, who had five 3s and 15 points in the first half, scored on a backdoor layup for his only points of the second half, putting Marquette up 66-63 with 38 seconds left.

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. — Khadeen Carrington scored five of his 12 points on one extended possession in the final 30 seconds and Seton Hall pulled out a wild 69-66 win over Marquette on Sunday, January 1st.Katin Reinhardt, who had five 3s and 15 points in the first half, scored on a backdoor layup for his only points of the second half, putting Marquette up 66-63 with 38 seconds left.

Howard, Johnson lead Marquette past Georgetown, 76-66

Howard, Johnson lead Marquette past Georgetown, 76-66

MILWAUKEE — Markus Howard had career highs with five 3-pointers and 23 points, Jajuan Johnson added 20 with five assists and four steals on Wednesday night, December 28th and Marquette beat Georgetown 76-77 in the Big East Conference opener for both teams.Andrew Rowsey added 11 points and Luke Fischer scored eight with 10 rebounds.Johnson and Howard hit back-to-back 3-pointers to cap an 11-0 run to start the game and Rowsey's with 14:30 left in the half made it 16-2 and Marquette (10-3) never trailed.

MILWAUKEE — Markus Howard had career highs with five 3-pointers and 23 points, Jajuan Johnson added 20 with five assists and four steals on Wednesday night, December 28th and Marquette beat Georgetown 76-77 in the Big East Conference opener for both teams.Andrew Rowsey added 11 points and Luke Fischer scored eight with 10 rebounds.Johnson and Howard hit back-to-back 3-pointers to cap an 11-0 run to start the game and Rowsey's with 14:30 left in the half made it 16-2 and Marquette (10-3) never trailed.