'Really excited:' UWM engineering students head to Taiwan with support from Foxconn
MILWAUKEE -- Students at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee will be hopping on a flight Friday night, Feb. 15 for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity thousands of miles away.
MILWAUKEE -- Students at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee will be hopping on a flight Friday night, Feb. 15 for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity thousands of miles away.
Markus Howard scores 36 as No. 10 Marquette beats DePaul 92-73
CHICAGO — Markus Howard scored 36 points, Sam Hauser had 17 and No. 10 Marquette cruised by DePaul for a 92-73 victory on Tuesday night.Howard went 12 for 21 from the field and 8 for 10 at the free-throw line in another impressive performance.
CHICAGO — Markus Howard scored 36 points, Sam Hauser had 17 and No. 10 Marquette cruised by DePaul for a 92-73 victory on Tuesday night.Howard went 12 for 21 from the field and 8 for 10 at the free-throw line in another impressive performance.
'Never an easy decision:' Milwaukee Public Schools closed Tuesday ‘due to inclement weather’
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools were closed Tuesday, Feb. 12 due to inclement weather.The closure included all after-school activities.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools were closed Tuesday, Feb. 12 due to inclement weather.The closure included all after-school activities.
Bo Ellis, Dave Corzine reflect on MU, DePaul rivalry dating back to 1917-1918: 'It's still competitive'
MILWAUKEE -- A college basketball team usually plays more than 30 games in a season.
MILWAUKEE -- A college basketball team usually plays more than 30 games in a season.
Howard has 38, No. 10 Marquette edges No. 14 Villanova 66-65
MILWAUKEE -- Markus Howard scored 38 points and No. 10 Marquette hung on at the buzzer, edging No. 14 Villanova 66-65 Saturday and handing the Wildcats their first Big East Conference loss.Marquette (20-4, 9-2) led by 15 early in the second half.
MILWAUKEE -- Markus Howard scored 38 points and No. 10 Marquette hung on at the buzzer, edging No. 14 Villanova 66-65 Saturday and handing the Wildcats their first Big East Conference loss.Marquette (20-4, 9-2) led by 15 early in the second half.
Robotics teams put their skills to the test at FIRST Tech Challenge 2019
MILWAUKEE -- It's a workout for your mind!
MILWAUKEE -- It's a workout for your mind!
University of Wisconsin sees spike in graduation rates
MADISON, Wis. — University of Wisconsin System officials say graduation numbers are up from 10 years ago, and that the number of graduates of color has more than doubled in that period.Wisconsin Public Radio reports that nearly 37,000 students completed their degrees in the last academic year, a 13 percent increase on the 2007-2008 school year.UW System President Ray Cross says there were 4,919 graduates of color in the 2017-2018 school year, up from 1,839 a decade ago.He says the system is looking to build graduation rates through "intrusive advising," a process in which advisers check on students who don't seem to be doing well.Cross acknowledged that enrollment is down overall at the system's 13 campuses, but he says the numbers show they're doing a better job of getting students to graduation.
MADISON, Wis. — University of Wisconsin System officials say graduation numbers are up from 10 years ago, and that the number of graduates of color has more than doubled in that period.Wisconsin Public Radio reports that nearly 37,000 students completed their degrees in the last academic year, a 13 percent increase on the 2007-2008 school year.UW System President Ray Cross says there were 4,919 graduates of color in the 2017-2018 school year, up from 1,839 a decade ago.He says the system is looking to build graduation rates through "intrusive advising," a process in which advisers check on students who don't seem to be doing well.Cross acknowledged that enrollment is down overall at the system's 13 campuses, but he says the numbers show they're doing a better job of getting students to graduation.
'I can't wait:' JJ Watt to deliver the spring commencement address at UW in May
MADISON -- J.J. Watt will be the spring commencement speaker at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in May.The announcement was made Wednesday, Feb. 6.According to a news release from UW officials, Watt, who attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 2008-10 and played for the Wisconsin Badgers, will share his approach to life with graduates on May 11.“I can’t wait to get back to Camp Randall,” said Watt in the release. “I’m so excited to see everybody there.”Watt was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and graduated from Pewaukee High School.
MADISON -- J.J. Watt will be the spring commencement speaker at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in May.The announcement was made Wednesday, Feb. 6.According to a news release from UW officials, Watt, who attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 2008-10 and played for the Wisconsin Badgers, will share his approach to life with graduates on May 11.“I can’t wait to get back to Camp Randall,” said Watt in the release. “I’m so excited to see everybody there.”Watt was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and graduated from Pewaukee High School.
Marquette Golden Eagles fall to St. John's 70-69
MILWAUKEE — After No. 10 Marquette erased a 15-point deficit, St.
MILWAUKEE — After No. 10 Marquette erased a 15-point deficit, St.
'This is very important:' MPS enrollment fair gives families opportunity to explore schools
MILWAUKEE -- We're in the middle of winter but some parents are already thinking of fall.Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) held a kindergarten enrollment fair on Saturday, Feb. 2 as families explore programs and sign their children up for school this fall.MPS Superintendent Keith Posley said the enrollment fair gives parents the option to shop around.
MILWAUKEE -- We're in the middle of winter but some parents are already thinking of fall.Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) held a kindergarten enrollment fair on Saturday, Feb. 2 as families explore programs and sign their children up for school this fall.MPS Superintendent Keith Posley said the enrollment fair gives parents the option to shop around.
Marquette University student has confirmed case of mumps
MILWAUKEE -- A Marquette University student has a confirmed case of mumps, the Milwaukee Health Department announced on Thursday, Jan. 31.Marquette officials say the student lives in a university residence hall and is no longer contagious.Mumps is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the mumps virus.
MILWAUKEE -- A Marquette University student has a confirmed case of mumps, the Milwaukee Health Department announced on Thursday, Jan. 31.Marquette officials say the student lives in a university residence hall and is no longer contagious.Mumps is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the mumps virus.
'They've been cooped up:' Parents seek out indoor activities with school canceled for almost a week
MILWAUKEE -- When it's bitterly cold, kids can't play outside.
MILWAUKEE -- When it's bitterly cold, kids can't play outside.
Back to class: MPS announces all schools will be open, classes to resume on Friday, Feb. 1
MILWAUKEE -- After a bitter cold snap kept thousands of students home for several days, Milwaukee Public Schools announced all schools will be open and classes will resume on Friday, Feb. 1.
MILWAUKEE -- After a bitter cold snap kept thousands of students home for several days, Milwaukee Public Schools announced all schools will be open and classes will resume on Friday, Feb. 1.
Markus Howard's 32 points lead No. 10 Marquette past Butler 76-58
INDIANAPOLIS — Markus Howard impressed Butler with his uncanny ability to make contested shots Wednesday night.The high-scoring junior was more thrilled to see the way his teammates played defense.While Howard delivered the scoring punch No. 10 Marquette needed in a rare 76-58 victory at Butler, the Golden Eagles scrambled around and shut down the Bulldogs' shooters.It's been a long time coming."We got together in the summer and said if we want to do things we think we can, we've really got to lock in on the defensive end," Howard said after scoring 32 points and grabbing five rebounds. "They have really great shooters and can all keep you on your toes.
INDIANAPOLIS — Markus Howard impressed Butler with his uncanny ability to make contested shots Wednesday night.The high-scoring junior was more thrilled to see the way his teammates played defense.While Howard delivered the scoring punch No. 10 Marquette needed in a rare 76-58 victory at Butler, the Golden Eagles scrambled around and shut down the Bulldogs' shooters.It's been a long time coming."We got together in the summer and said if we want to do things we think we can, we've really got to lock in on the defensive end," Howard said after scoring 32 points and grabbing five rebounds. "They have really great shooters and can all keep you on your toes.
Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Thursday ‘due to inclement weather’
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Thursday, Jan. 31 due to inclement weather.All schools and district offices are closed as well as all district after school, recreation and athletic programs and events.
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Thursday, Jan. 31 due to inclement weather.All schools and district offices are closed as well as all district after school, recreation and athletic programs and events.
UWM, Marquette University closed through Thursday at noon 'due to severe weather'
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Marquette University announced classes would be canceled and the universities would shut down beginning at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29 through noon Thursday, Jan. 31 "due to severe weather conditions in the Greater Milwaukee area."A wind chill warning was set to take effect at 6 p.m. Tuesday, running through noon Thursday.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Marquette University announced classes would be canceled and the universities would shut down beginning at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29 through noon Thursday, Jan. 31 "due to severe weather conditions in the Greater Milwaukee area."A wind chill warning was set to take effect at 6 p.m. Tuesday, running through noon Thursday.
Milwaukee Public Schools closed Wednesday 'due to inclement weather'
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Wednesday, January 30 due to inclement weather.All schools and district offices are closed as well as all district after school, recreation and athletic programs and events.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Wednesday, January 30 due to inclement weather.All schools and district offices are closed as well as all district after school, recreation and athletic programs and events.
As #3 was honored in Milwaukee, Dwyane Wade, once a shy kid, said 'my younger self would be proud'
MILWAUKEE -- Jan. 20, 2019 was declared Dwyane Wade Day in the City of Milwaukee, and the former Marquette University guard's legacy lives on.Family members, friends and fans were present to honor #3, including his sons, Zaire and Zion Wade, and his nephew Dahveon Morris."As I said when I came on this campus, thank you Marquette University for taking a chance on a young kid from the inner city of Chicago, giving me an opportunity to come to this prestigious university, taking me in, showing me love.
MILWAUKEE -- Jan. 20, 2019 was declared Dwyane Wade Day in the City of Milwaukee, and the former Marquette University guard's legacy lives on.Family members, friends and fans were present to honor #3, including his sons, Zaire and Zion Wade, and his nephew Dahveon Morris."As I said when I came on this campus, thank you Marquette University for taking a chance on a young kid from the inner city of Chicago, giving me an opportunity to come to this prestigious university, taking me in, showing me love.
Milwaukee Public Schools closed Tuesday 'due to inclement weather'
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 29 due to inclement weather.This closure includes all after-school activities.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 29 due to inclement weather.This closure includes all after-school activities.