Former MU coach who helped create state's organ donor registry in need of transplant again
MILWAUKEE -- About a dozen years after receiving a second chance at life and becoming an advocate for organ donation, a familiar face to Marquette University basketball fans is fighting a new battle.
MILWAUKEE -- About a dozen years after receiving a second chance at life and becoming an advocate for organ donation, a familiar face to Marquette University basketball fans is fighting a new battle.
"Jim: The James Foley Story" debuts on HBO: MU professor featured in the film speaks out
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary chronicling the live of Marquette University alumnus James Foley debuted this weekend on HBO.While working as a freelance war correspondent during the Syrian Civil War, Foley was abducted on November 22nd, 2012 in northwestern Syria.He was beheaded in August 2014 -- purportedly as a response to American airstrikes in Iraq, thus becoming the first American citizen killed by the Islamic State of Iraq (ISIS).Foley's close childhood friends are now making a new documentary called "Jim: The James Foley Story."Marquette University's own Thomas Durkin was featured in the film about his friend, and said it is a portrayal of a man with great achievements and heart."I agree with Brian Oakes, who directed it.
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary chronicling the live of Marquette University alumnus James Foley debuted this weekend on HBO.While working as a freelance war correspondent during the Syrian Civil War, Foley was abducted on November 22nd, 2012 in northwestern Syria.He was beheaded in August 2014 -- purportedly as a response to American airstrikes in Iraq, thus becoming the first American citizen killed by the Islamic State of Iraq (ISIS).Foley's close childhood friends are now making a new documentary called "Jim: The James Foley Story."Marquette University's own Thomas Durkin was featured in the film about his friend, and said it is a portrayal of a man with great achievements and heart."I agree with Brian Oakes, who directed it.
"Always cool to come back:" NBA star Dwyane Wade reunited with memories from Marquette University
MILWAUKEE -- He's made a number of assists over his career and he's continuing to do so as he's in his 13th NBA season.
MILWAUKEE -- He's made a number of assists over his career and he's continuing to do so as he's in his 13th NBA season.
Marquette digs in after losing big lead, beats Stetson 74-60
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson tied a career high with 22 points on Wednesday night and Marquette lost most of its 26-point halftime lead but held on for a 74-60 nonconference win over Stetson.Stetson had a 19-2 run in the first 5:13 of the second half, erasing 17 from the 47-21 halftime margin and making it 49-40 on Luke Doyle's 3-pointer.
MILWAUKEE — Jajuan Johnson tied a career high with 22 points on Wednesday night and Marquette lost most of its 26-point halftime lead but held on for a 74-60 nonconference win over Stetson.Stetson had a 19-2 run in the first 5:13 of the second half, erasing 17 from the 47-21 halftime margin and making it 49-40 on Luke Doyle's 3-pointer.
Marquette University lacrosse: Three student-athletes set to go pro; "Great young men"
MILWAUKEE -- The sport of lacrosse has caught on in the Midwest and at Marquette University, where the Golden Eagles are making string music.
MILWAUKEE -- The sport of lacrosse has caught on in the Midwest and at Marquette University, where the Golden Eagles are making string music.
Feingold vs. Johnson: Accusations flying over scandal at Tomah VA Medical Center in Senate race
MILWAUKEE -- Challenger Russ Feingold is accusing incumbent U.S. Sen.
MILWAUKEE -- Challenger Russ Feingold is accusing incumbent U.S. Sen.
Duane Wilson scored 17 points as MU held off St. John's rally to win 78-73
NEW YORK — Duane Wilson scored 17 points and Marquette held off a furious St.
NEW YORK — Duane Wilson scored 17 points and Marquette held off a furious St.
MU up by five points with 5:09 left, but Golden Eagles ultimately fell to DePaul, 57-56
MILWAUKEE— Myke Henry had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Billy Garrett Jr.
MILWAUKEE— Myke Henry had 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Billy Garrett Jr.
Luis Feliciano: He's a boxer, an Olympic hopeful, and the first in his family to graduate from college
MILWAUKEE -- Luis Feliciano, a boxer and Marquette University graduate has put his heart and soul into his sport -- but if it doesn't work out, he won't be down for the count due to his accomplishment outside the ring."This is home right here.
MILWAUKEE -- Luis Feliciano, a boxer and Marquette University graduate has put his heart and soul into his sport -- but if it doesn't work out, he won't be down for the count due to his accomplishment outside the ring."This is home right here.
Aurora Health Care invests $40M in Marquette Univ. Athletic Performance Research Center
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University President Michael Lovell announced in his second Presidential Address on Wednesday, January 20th that the university will partner with Aurora Health Care in constructing its state-of-the-art Athletic Performance Research Center.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University President Michael Lovell announced in his second Presidential Address on Wednesday, January 20th that the university will partner with Aurora Health Care in constructing its state-of-the-art Athletic Performance Research Center.
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Village of Brown Deer partners with Marquette for semester-long marketing project: "To sell the village"
BROWN DEER -- The Village of Brown Deer has partnered with a senior level marketing class at Marquette University for a spring semester-long project where the Village is the exclusive client.
BROWN DEER -- The Village of Brown Deer has partnered with a senior level marketing class at Marquette University for a spring semester-long project where the Village is the exclusive client.
Marquette trailed by just one point with 12:38 left, but Golden Eagles fell to Villanova, 83-68
VILLANOVA — Kris Jenkins scored 20 points and Jalen Brunson had 14 to lead No. 6 Villanova to an 83-68 win over Marquette University on Wednesday night, January 13th.The Wildcats (15-2, 5-0 Big East) blew a 16-point lead and trailed early in the second half until they took control late in game to for the 36th straight time at the Pavilion.Daniel Ochefu grabbed 13 rebounds and the Wildcats hit eight 3-pointers to win their seventh straight game.Haanif Cheatham led Marquette (12-5, 2-3) with 17 points.The Golden Eagles trailed by one with 12:38 left in the game before the Wildcats blew the game open.
VILLANOVA — Kris Jenkins scored 20 points and Jalen Brunson had 14 to lead No. 6 Villanova to an 83-68 win over Marquette University on Wednesday night, January 13th.The Wildcats (15-2, 5-0 Big East) blew a 16-point lead and trailed early in the second half until they took control late in game to for the 36th straight time at the Pavilion.Daniel Ochefu grabbed 13 rebounds and the Wildcats hit eight 3-pointers to win their seventh straight game.Haanif Cheatham led Marquette (12-5, 2-3) with 17 points.The Golden Eagles trailed by one with 12:38 left in the game before the Wildcats blew the game open.
Henry Ellenson blocks Kris Dunn's shot in final second to lift MU over Providence 65-64
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island — Henry Ellenson had 13 points and 10 rebounds, and he blocked Kris Dunn's shot in the final second to lead Marquette to a 65-64 victory over No. 8 Providence on Tuesday night, January 5th.Duane Wilson scored on a layup with 31 seconds left to give Marquette (11-4, 1-2 Big East) the 65-64 lead.Ben Bentil scored 28 points, including 14 straight for the Friars in a key second-half run, and added nine rebounds for Providence (14-2, 2-1).
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island — Henry Ellenson had 13 points and 10 rebounds, and he blocked Kris Dunn's shot in the final second to lead Marquette to a 65-64 victory over No. 8 Providence on Tuesday night, January 5th.Duane Wilson scored on a layup with 31 seconds left to give Marquette (11-4, 1-2 Big East) the 65-64 lead.Ben Bentil scored 28 points, including 14 straight for the Friars in a key second-half run, and added nine rebounds for Providence (14-2, 2-1).
"Jim: The James Foley Story" documentary coming to HBO in February
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary about James Foley is coming to HBO in February.The freelance war correspondent was abducted in Syria and beheaded in 2014 by ISIS."Jim: The James Foley Story" is directed by Brian Oakes, Foley's close childhood friend.It includes interviews with friends, family members and colleagues.Foley was a graduate of Marquette University.The documentary is set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival later in January.
MILWAUKEE -- A documentary about James Foley is coming to HBO in February.The freelance war correspondent was abducted in Syria and beheaded in 2014 by ISIS."Jim: The James Foley Story" is directed by Brian Oakes, Foley's close childhood friend.It includes interviews with friends, family members and colleagues.Foley was a graduate of Marquette University.The documentary is set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival later in January.
Marquette University's Kappa Sigma Xi-Xi fraternity takes a stand against sexual assault: "It is a problem"
MILWAUKEE -- Taking a stand against sexual assault.
MILWAUKEE -- Taking a stand against sexual assault.
83-63: Marquette Golden Eagles have nine-game winning streak snapped by Seton Hall
MILWAUKEE — Desi Rodriguez scored a career-high 19 points, and Khadeen Carrington had 17 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and four steals to help Seton Hall beat Marquette 83-63 Wednesday night, December 30th in a Big East opener.Seton Hall (11-2), which won its first-ever game at Marquette last season, won its sixth straight contest while the Golden Eagles (10-3) had their nine-game winning streak snapped.Carrington had a half-court heave rim out at the buzzer as Seton Hall trailed 40-39.
MILWAUKEE — Desi Rodriguez scored a career-high 19 points, and Khadeen Carrington had 17 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and four steals to help Seton Hall beat Marquette 83-63 Wednesday night, December 30th in a Big East opener.Seton Hall (11-2), which won its first-ever game at Marquette last season, won its sixth straight contest while the Golden Eagles (10-3) had their nine-game winning streak snapped.Carrington had a half-court heave rim out at the buzzer as Seton Hall trailed 40-39.
Marquette University men's basketball head coach Steve Wojciechowski contract extended
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University men's basketball head coach Steve Wojciechowski has had his contract extended by two years through the 2021-22 season.Terms of the contract weren't announced.The long-time Duke assistant walked into a trying situation in his first season as MU coach.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University men's basketball head coach Steve Wojciechowski has had his contract extended by two years through the 2021-22 season.Terms of the contract weren't announced.The long-time Duke assistant walked into a trying situation in his first season as MU coach.
"It's wonderful:" Marquette University golf team gives back, collects clothes for St. Vincent de Paul
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes it is easy to take our blessings for granted.
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes it is easy to take our blessings for granted.
Henry Ellenson, Duane Wilson score 37 points combined to lift Marquette over Chicago State
MILWAUKEE — Henry Ellenson and Duane Wilson combined to score 37 points and Marquette rode a 56-point first half to a 91-74 win over Chicago State Monday night.The pair each scored 12 points in the first half as the golden Eagles built a 23-point halftime lead.
MILWAUKEE — Henry Ellenson and Duane Wilson combined to score 37 points and Marquette rode a 56-point first half to a 91-74 win over Chicago State Monday night.The pair each scored 12 points in the first half as the golden Eagles built a 23-point halftime lead.