Shaka Smart could replace Buzz Williams as Marquette's head coach
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The next basketball coach at Marquette University very well could be Shaka Smart.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The next basketball coach at Marquette University very well could be Shaka Smart.
Marquette fans react to news of Buzz Williams' departure
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University students and fans of the school's basketball team are quick to weigh in on the departure of coach Buzz Williams.Many Marquette students say they're sad, but not surprised."I'm sad to see him go.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University students and fans of the school's basketball team are quick to weigh in on the departure of coach Buzz Williams.Many Marquette students say they're sad, but not surprised."I'm sad to see him go.
Buzz Williams leaves Marquette to coach at Virginia Tech
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Buzz Williams is headed to Virginia Tech after six mostly successful seasons coaching at Marquette.Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock announced Williams' hiring Friday night in a statement.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Buzz Williams is headed to Virginia Tech after six mostly successful seasons coaching at Marquette.Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock announced Williams' hiring Friday night in a statement.
Marquette University hosts infant mortality forum in April
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Marquette University College of Nursing, in partnership with Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, will host its fifth annual Health Care Forum, “Infant Mortality in the Milwaukee Community,” Monday, April 7th.The forum is planned for 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union, located at 1442 W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Marquette University College of Nursing, in partnership with Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, will host its fifth annual Health Care Forum, “Infant Mortality in the Milwaukee Community,” Monday, April 7th.The forum is planned for 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union, located at 1442 W.
Marquette Univ. receives $5M gift for priest residence
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University received a $5 million gift from Ray and Kay Eckstein through their charitable trust for a new on-campus residence for its community of Jesuit priests.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University received a $5 million gift from Ray and Kay Eckstein through their charitable trust for a new on-campus residence for its community of Jesuit priests.
Marquette's NCAA streak on line at league tourney
MILWAUKEE (AP) — An eight-year run to the NCAA tournament could be on the line for Marquette at this week's Big East tourney.The team that advanced to the regional finals last season is in danger of not making it at all this year.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — An eight-year run to the NCAA tournament could be on the line for Marquette at this week's Big East tourney.The team that advanced to the regional finals last season is in danger of not making it at all this year.
Senate passes bill to establish police dept. at Marquette
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University is looking to beef up its Department of Public Safety -- and turn it into a full-blown police department.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University is looking to beef up its Department of Public Safety -- and turn it into a full-blown police department.
MU expert says U.S. ability to punish Russia limited without Europe
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Parliament in Ukraine's Crimea region has voted unanimously to leave Ukraine and join Russia.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Parliament in Ukraine's Crimea region has voted unanimously to leave Ukraine and join Russia.
No. 8 Villanova beat Marquette 73-56
PHILADELPHIA (WITI)-- Buzz Williams and the Golden Eagles couldn't stop Nova's Darrun Hilliard Sunday afternoon.The Junior Guard had a career day, finishing with 26 points and 4 assists.Marquette's starters barely combined for 17 points, relying heavily on bench players, Deonte Gardner and JaJuan Johnson.
PHILADELPHIA (WITI)-- Buzz Williams and the Golden Eagles couldn't stop Nova's Darrun Hilliard Sunday afternoon.The Junior Guard had a career day, finishing with 26 points and 4 assists.Marquette's starters barely combined for 17 points, relying heavily on bench players, Deonte Gardner and JaJuan Johnson.
Marquette University eliminating 25 staff positions to cut costs
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette Interim President Robert Wild announced in a letter on Wednesday, February 19th that Marquette University is eliminating 25 staff positions in an effort to achieve cost reductions and needed operational efficiencies."I am sad to share that 25 of our Marquette colleagues have been told or are in the process of being told that their employment with Marquette has ended."The employees impacted are staff; no members of the faculty are affected."With families stretched to the limit in their ability to afford additional tuition costs, these challenging times require us to take difficult but necessary steps.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette Interim President Robert Wild announced in a letter on Wednesday, February 19th that Marquette University is eliminating 25 staff positions in an effort to achieve cost reductions and needed operational efficiencies."I am sad to share that 25 of our Marquette colleagues have been told or are in the process of being told that their employment with Marquette has ended."The employees impacted are staff; no members of the faculty are affected."With families stretched to the limit in their ability to afford additional tuition costs, these challenging times require us to take difficult but necessary steps.
NASA selects Marquette satellite to launch into space
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- From the classroom to outer space.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- From the classroom to outer space.
Expert says this week, gubernatorial campaign will begin "in earnest"
MADISON (WITI) -- This week will be a big week in the race for governor.
MADISON (WITI) -- This week will be a big week in the race for governor.
Two suspects sought in armed robbery on Marquette campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette Department of Public Safety officials and Milwaukee police are seeking the individuals responsible for an armed robbery that took place on Monday night, January 27th.It happened just after 8:00 p.m. in the 1800 block of Wisconsin Avenue.The victim, a Marquette student, was approached by a male suspect who showed a weapon, demanded property and then demanded the student's vehicle.The suspect fled in the student's black Lexus (Florida plates F06-5JG) -- along with a second suspect.The Marquette student was not injured and did not seek medical treatment.One suspect is described as a black man, 20-30 years old, 6'1" tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds with a dark-colored bandanna covering his face.The second suspect's description is unknown.Anyone with information is asked to contact Milwaukee police.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette Department of Public Safety officials and Milwaukee police are seeking the individuals responsible for an armed robbery that took place on Monday night, January 27th.It happened just after 8:00 p.m. in the 1800 block of Wisconsin Avenue.The victim, a Marquette student, was approached by a male suspect who showed a weapon, demanded property and then demanded the student's vehicle.The suspect fled in the student's black Lexus (Florida plates F06-5JG) -- along with a second suspect.The Marquette student was not injured and did not seek medical treatment.One suspect is described as a black man, 20-30 years old, 6'1" tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds with a dark-colored bandanna covering his face.The second suspect's description is unknown.Anyone with information is asked to contact Milwaukee police.
Marquette University cancels classes Mon. evening and Tuesday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- While many students got to enjoy a day off on Monday, January 27th, Milwaukee's college students still had to bundle up and head to class.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- While many students got to enjoy a day off on Monday, January 27th, Milwaukee's college students still had to bundle up and head to class.
New poll shows opinions on governor's race, state of the state
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The first Marquette Law School Poll of the 2014 election year finds Gov.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The first Marquette Law School Poll of the 2014 election year finds Gov.
Five MU students hospitalized after allegedly ingesting narcotic
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned five Marquette University students were hospitalized over the weekend for allegedly ingesting an illegal narcotic."McCormick's a freshman dorm, so you know, these kids - hopefully - would know what they're getting into but you never know.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned five Marquette University students were hospitalized over the weekend for allegedly ingesting an illegal narcotic."McCormick's a freshman dorm, so you know, these kids - hopefully - would know what they're getting into but you never know.
Luke Fischer back in Wisconsin to play basketball for Golden Eagles
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Germantown High School alumnus Luke Fischer is back in Wisconsin -- having transferred from Indiana University to Marquette University to play basketball."It's a great fit.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Germantown High School alumnus Luke Fischer is back in Wisconsin -- having transferred from Indiana University to Marquette University to play basketball."It's a great fit.
Marquette picks up second Big East win
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- The Marquette Golden Eagles are now 2-2 in the Big East after beating Seton Hall 67-66.Guard Todd Mayo was the points leader on the day with 19 off the bench, going 9-9 in Free Throw attempts.Jamil Wilson was solid with 16 points and 11 rebounds; his 1st double double of the season.MU lead Seton Hall 40-26 at the half but the Pirates tested the Golden Eagles in the 2nd half.
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- The Marquette Golden Eagles are now 2-2 in the Big East after beating Seton Hall 67-66.Guard Todd Mayo was the points leader on the day with 19 off the bench, going 9-9 in Free Throw attempts.Jamil Wilson was solid with 16 points and 11 rebounds; his 1st double double of the season.MU lead Seton Hall 40-26 at the half but the Pirates tested the Golden Eagles in the 2nd half.
Vice Pres., Director of Athletics Larry Williams leaving Marquette
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University Vice President and Director of Athletics Larry Williams announced his resignation on Friday, December 13th.Williams has served in his role overseeing the university's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics for the past two years.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University Vice President and Director of Athletics Larry Williams announced his resignation on Friday, December 13th.Williams has served in his role overseeing the university's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics for the past two years.
Marquette cheerleader knows danger of concussions firsthand
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Concussions have, at times, dominated NFL and college football headlines, but as all too many parents know, any athlete can suffer a concussion, from playing any sport.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Concussions have, at times, dominated NFL and college football headlines, but as all too many parents know, any athlete can suffer a concussion, from playing any sport.