MPS ponders changes including a uniform policy, an August start to school year
MILWAUKEE -- The halls of public schools in Milwaukee would look different under one of several proposals made by the MPS superintendent.
MILWAUKEE -- The halls of public schools in Milwaukee would look different under one of several proposals made by the MPS superintendent.
Ground broken for new residence hall at Marquette University, replacing McCormick Hall
MILWAUKEE -- Construction on Marquette University's newest residence hall officially got underway Wednesday, November 2nd.A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site near 17th and Wells.The $96 million towers will house 750 freshmen and sophomore students.The facility will feature two 375-bed resident towers connected through the lower levels by dining and campus community space.According to Lora Strigens, vice president for planning and strategy, the new residence halls, which are set to open in time for the 2018-19 academic year, will feature pod- and suite-like settings, as opposed to the traditional model of large buildings with small double rooms.It should be ready by the 2018-2019 school year.Once the new facilities are fully operational, the university will develop a plan to raze McCormick Hall, Strigens said.
MILWAUKEE -- Construction on Marquette University's newest residence hall officially got underway Wednesday, November 2nd.A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site near 17th and Wells.The $96 million towers will house 750 freshmen and sophomore students.The facility will feature two 375-bed resident towers connected through the lower levels by dining and campus community space.According to Lora Strigens, vice president for planning and strategy, the new residence halls, which are set to open in time for the 2018-19 academic year, will feature pod- and suite-like settings, as opposed to the traditional model of large buildings with small double rooms.It should be ready by the 2018-2019 school year.Once the new facilities are fully operational, the university will develop a plan to raze McCormick Hall, Strigens said.
Seasonal dome to be built over part of Marquette University's Valley Fields facility
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University announced on Friday, October 28th that it plans to construct a seasonal dome over a portion of its Valley Fields facility, enclosing the synthetic turf field adjacent to the stadium.The seasonal dome, which will provide practice and training facilities for intercollegiate athletes as well as club and intramural participants, is expected to be completed in January 2017.Bill Scholl, vice president and director of athletics stated the following in a news release:
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University announced on Friday, October 28th that it plans to construct a seasonal dome over a portion of its Valley Fields facility, enclosing the synthetic turf field adjacent to the stadium.The seasonal dome, which will provide practice and training facilities for intercollegiate athletes as well as club and intramural participants, is expected to be completed in January 2017.Bill Scholl, vice president and director of athletics stated the following in a news release:
MU, UWM men's basketball teams could play each other again; it hasn't happened since 2011
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University's and UW-Milwaukee's men's basketball teams could start playing each other again.Representatives from both of Milwaukee's Division I programs are discussing how to make that happen.UWM Athletic Director Amanda Braun said there's a good chance the teams will play in the near future.The last time the Golden Eagles and Panthers men's teams played was in December of 2011.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University's and UW-Milwaukee's men's basketball teams could start playing each other again.Representatives from both of Milwaukee's Division I programs are discussing how to make that happen.UWM Athletic Director Amanda Braun said there's a good chance the teams will play in the near future.The last time the Golden Eagles and Panthers men's teams played was in December of 2011.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Pro-life display vandalized at Marquette, "This is exactly the place where this dialogue should occur"
MILWAUKEE -- Students and faculty condemned the vandalism of a pro-life display on the campus of Marquette University.The group, Marquette for Life, put up the school-approved display last week -- only to have it defaced and partially removed three separate times. 1,200 blue and pink flags covered Marquette's central mall.
MILWAUKEE -- Students and faculty condemned the vandalism of a pro-life display on the campus of Marquette University.The group, Marquette for Life, put up the school-approved display last week -- only to have it defaced and partially removed three separate times. 1,200 blue and pink flags covered Marquette's central mall.
Marquette lands $1M grant to certify MPS teachers to teach computer science
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University has received a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to help MPS teachers get certified.The program will help nearly 200 teachers receive certification to teach computer science in their classrooms.The three-year grant will allow computer science instruction to be provided at each MPS school.Specifically -- 75 elementary school teachers, 54 middle school and 45 high school teachers will be certified through the grant.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University has received a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to help MPS teachers get certified.The program will help nearly 200 teachers receive certification to teach computer science in their classrooms.The three-year grant will allow computer science instruction to be provided at each MPS school.Specifically -- 75 elementary school teachers, 54 middle school and 45 high school teachers will be certified through the grant.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
A.O. Smith, Marquette University co-lead government water study in manufacturing sector
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to the manufacturing sector, water is a precious and limited resource.A.O. Smith Corporation and Marquette University are co-leading the U.S. Council on Competitiveness' latest sector study to address the issue.The partners say they've identified key policies and actions to bring greater efficiency and productivity to the sector.Now, they're looking for ways to overcome the increasing demand for water through innovation in technology, infrastructure, investment, and talent.
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to the manufacturing sector, water is a precious and limited resource.A.O. Smith Corporation and Marquette University are co-leading the U.S. Council on Competitiveness' latest sector study to address the issue.The partners say they've identified key policies and actions to bring greater efficiency and productivity to the sector.Now, they're looking for ways to overcome the increasing demand for water through innovation in technology, infrastructure, investment, and talent.
Marquette University celebrates the life of Eric Von
MILWAUKEE -- A community celebration of life -- that's what prompted hundreds of people to gather at Marquette University on Wednesday, September 14th.
MILWAUKEE -- A community celebration of life -- that's what prompted hundreds of people to gather at Marquette University on Wednesday, September 14th.
"Not surprised:" Steven Avery's former attorney reacts to appeal in Dassey case
MILWAUKEE -- "Not surprised." That is the reaction from Dean Strang, the former attorney for Steven Avery on Monday, September 12th.
MILWAUKEE -- "Not surprised." That is the reaction from Dean Strang, the former attorney for Steven Avery on Monday, September 12th.
Temporary permit signed: Sobelmans is back open for business on Marquette University campus
MILWAUKEE -- Sobelmans Marquette was back open for business as of Thursday afternoon, September 8th.
MILWAUKEE -- Sobelmans Marquette was back open for business as of Thursday afternoon, September 8th.
"I might not shut down:" Sobelman's on MU campus won't be serving food for few weeks after license expired
MILWAUKEE -- Sobelman's restaurant on the Marquette University campus will not be serving up food for the next couple of weeks.Dave Sobelman says he's been in business in Milwaukee for 18 years.
MILWAUKEE -- Sobelman's restaurant on the Marquette University campus will not be serving up food for the next couple of weeks.Dave Sobelman says he's been in business in Milwaukee for 18 years.
Green Beret killed in Afghanistan attended Brookfield Central H.S., Marquette University
MILWAUKEE -- The Green Beret who was killed in Afghanistan this week has ties to the Milwaukee area.
MILWAUKEE -- The Green Beret who was killed in Afghanistan this week has ties to the Milwaukee area.
"We're so excited:" Busy day on MU campus as freshman move into the residence halls
MILWAUKEE -- Wednesday, August 24th was "move-in day" for freshman on the Marquette University campus.Parents and students loaded carts and spent the day hauling supplies into the residence halls.
MILWAUKEE -- Wednesday, August 24th was "move-in day" for freshman on the Marquette University campus.Parents and students loaded carts and spent the day hauling supplies into the residence halls.
Marquette community gathers in prayer for peace in Westowne Square
MILWAUKEE -- The Office of Mission and Ministry, Campus Ministry, Center for Peacemaking, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, invited the Marquette community to gather in prayer on Monday, August 15th in Westowne Square.
MILWAUKEE -- The Office of Mission and Ministry, Campus Ministry, Center for Peacemaking, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, invited the Marquette community to gather in prayer on Monday, August 15th in Westowne Square.
New MU Law School Poll: Hillary Clinton expands lead over Trump among likely voters, 52-37%
MILWAUKEE -- Hillary Clinton expands her lead to a whopping 52-37% over Donald Trump in Wisconsin among likely voters, up from 4 percent in July, according to the latest Marquette University Law School Poll, released Wednesday, August 10th.
MILWAUKEE -- Hillary Clinton expands her lead to a whopping 52-37% over Donald Trump in Wisconsin among likely voters, up from 4 percent in July, according to the latest Marquette University Law School Poll, released Wednesday, August 10th.
Marquette University Law School poll: Hillary Clinton maintains lead over Donald Trump
MILWAUKEE -- A wave of negative news for both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump haven't changed Wisconsin voters' minds much about either presidential candidate.A new Marquette University Law School poll released Wednesday, July 13th says Clinton is leading Trump among registered voters in Wisconsin, 43% to 37%.11% of registered voters say they will not vote for either candidate.In June, it was Clinton 42% to Trump 35% with 17% saying they would not vote for either.Among likely voters in Wisconsin, Clinton registered 45% support to Trump's 41% with 9% supporting neither candidate.For the first time this year, Franklin asked voters about third-party presidential candidates.Independent Gary Johnson holds 10% support.
MILWAUKEE -- A wave of negative news for both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump haven't changed Wisconsin voters' minds much about either presidential candidate.A new Marquette University Law School poll released Wednesday, July 13th says Clinton is leading Trump among registered voters in Wisconsin, 43% to 37%.11% of registered voters say they will not vote for either candidate.In June, it was Clinton 42% to Trump 35% with 17% saying they would not vote for either.Among likely voters in Wisconsin, Clinton registered 45% support to Trump's 41% with 9% supporting neither candidate.For the first time this year, Franklin asked voters about third-party presidential candidates.Independent Gary Johnson holds 10% support.
New culture, big adjustment: How area universities prepare students to be safe studying abroad
MILWAUKEE -- Learning to live in a new culture can be a big adjustment, especially when you're a young college student.
MILWAUKEE -- Learning to live in a new culture can be a big adjustment, especially when you're a young college student.
No. 18 pick: MU's Henry Ellenson selected by Detroit Pistons in NBA Draft
NEW YORK -- The Detroit Pistons have selected forward Henry Ellenson of Marquette with the No. 18 pick in the NBA draft.Ellenson averaged 17 points and 9.7 rebounds per game last season as a freshman.
NEW YORK -- The Detroit Pistons have selected forward Henry Ellenson of Marquette with the No. 18 pick in the NBA draft.Ellenson averaged 17 points and 9.7 rebounds per game last season as a freshman.
Dave Sobelman to FOX6 News: "Some idiot felt the need to bring a gun into my restaurant & shot himself"
MILWAUKEE -- Dave Sobelman, owner of Sobelman's Pub and Grill tells FOX6 News a gun was fired inside his restaurant on the Marquette University campus on Wednesday, June 22nd.Sobelman told FOX6 News: "Some idiot felt the need to bring a gun into my restaurant to eat chicken wings and then shot himself."
MILWAUKEE -- Dave Sobelman, owner of Sobelman's Pub and Grill tells FOX6 News a gun was fired inside his restaurant on the Marquette University campus on Wednesday, June 22nd.Sobelman told FOX6 News: "Some idiot felt the need to bring a gun into my restaurant to eat chicken wings and then shot himself."
Marquette Law School poll: Hillary Clinton leads Donald Trump, 42% to 35%
MILWAUKEE -- A new Marquette University Law School poll was released on Wednesday afternoon, June 15th.The new poll puts the presidential race in Wisconsin at 42% for Hillary Clinton and 35% for Donald Trump -- among registered voters.
MILWAUKEE -- A new Marquette University Law School poll was released on Wednesday afternoon, June 15th.The new poll puts the presidential race in Wisconsin at 42% for Hillary Clinton and 35% for Donald Trump -- among registered voters.