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MU Law School Poll recognized nationally

Surveys gauge public opinion on U.S. issues

By Uzair Qhavi uzair.qhavi@marquette.edu

The Marquette Law School Poll has become nationally recognized by some media outlets for their polling in close statewide races and on policy stances of Wisconsinites.

The poll surveys statewide races, such as Senate and governor elections, and gauges the opinions of Wisconsinites on pertinent state and national issues. Users of the poll are also able to cross-reference public opinion polling with demographic information such as age, sex and race.

“The polling gives us the opportunity to see what the broader public thinks about the issues, and in campaigns, what they think about the candidates and who they might vote for,”

Charles Franklin, professor of law and public policy and director of

the Marquette Law School Poll, said.

Since its inception, the poll has conducted 75 statewide surveys and is about to begin its 16th national poll.

“We [Wisconsin] are a competitive state. 2022 was

a year that had a Senate race that was close from the very beginning,” Franklin said. Franklin said one reason there was national attention toward the poll was the stake the election outcomes had on both the state and

nation.

“With so much at stake in Wisconsin elections, in the governor’s case, do you continue with divided government, a Democratic governor and a Republican legislature, or revert

to the [Gov. Scott] Walker years of unified Republican control?” Franklin said.

Franklin noted the 2022 U.S. Senate race had potential implications on the balance of power in the Senate, which had a 50-50

majority, leaving the vice president as the tiebreaker. Although Johnson’s win secured a Republican hold for the seat, Democrats gained a seat in Pennsylvania with John Fetterman defeating

Man arrested in recent Kensington break-in

Brandon Frank linked to several other MU crimes

By TJ Dysart theodore.dysart@marquette.edu

The Marquette University Police Department confirmed Monday that they arrested 27-year-old Brandon Frank of Milwaukee following his alleged breakin at the Kensington Apartment Complex at 915 N. 15th St. in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Kensington landlord Grant Clementi said that Frank forcefully entered the Kensington at 5 a.m. Sunday by shattering the front door’s glass with a hammer. The intruder

made off with several Amazon packages before exiting out of the back door of the building.

“I called the cops that morning and they were like ‘Yup we know who he is we have a warrant out for his arrest,’” Clementi said.

On Monday afternoon some students reported to the Marquette Wire that they had seen the suspect use a machete to get into the building.

The Marquette Wire requested surveillance video of the suspect, but due to the ongoing police investigation it could not be released at this time. However, Clementi was able to review the tape prior to the investigation and noted that it was not a machete

but rather a “small hammer.”

Dan Underwood, a second-year law student who lives at the Kensington,

recounted his discovery when he went down to the first floor at 8 a.m. Sunday morning.

“It kind of looked like

a crowbar, but it almost looked like a tool specifically for breaking glass,” Underwood said. While the Kensington investigation is ongoing, a review of Wisconsin Circuit Court criminal complaints shows that this was not Frank’s first time being arrested for an incident on Marquette’s campus.

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Frank was suspected of entering three separate vehicles on the first, second and third levels of the Wells Street parking garage located at 1240 W. Wells St. The criminal complaint alleges that Frank stole just shy of $5,500 worth of personal property ranging from golf

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Door shattered Sunday morning at Kensington Apartments.

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Permanent Halal options in MU dining hall

Schroeder offering zabiha prepped meals

By Uzair Qhavi uzair.qhavi@marquette.edu

Following the introduction of Halal options for students on campus during Ramadan this year, Marquette’s Schroeder Hall will be providing Halal options to students permanently.

“We were happy to be able to return to providing Halal options last semester as we had done prior to COVID. We are always looking to improve our options and be a resource for the students on campus,” General Manager of Sodexo Melanie Vianes said.

Sameer Ali, a Muslim campus minister, said that they saw success with the initiative from Ramadan this year and it led to more efforts being put in to allow more options for students throughout the semester.

In addition, some students are excited about this new initiative on campus.

“I feel like this is something other schools already have on a permanent level regardless of what is going on, so it is great to see that there are steps being taken to get to the level other universities are operating at to provide an inclusive experience,” Abdallah Qasem, a junior in the College of Health Sciences, said.

Qasem said that he and some of his friends were

going to the dining hall and eating food that they did not feel were healthy –mostly because there were no zabiha halal protein options. Now that there are more Muslim-friendly options, he said that they are able to observe their faith while still consuming a more balanced diet.

Halal refers to what is permissible or lawful in Islamic law, encompassing not just food but all aspects of life. Zabiha is the Islamic method of slaughtering animals for consumption, ensuring the animal’s welfare, invoking God’s name and draining the blood.

Haram is the opposite of halal and refers to what is prohibited or forbidden in Islam.

Ali worked with the team at Sodexo to make sure that everything went smoothly and that the correct steps were taken when processing and preparing the food.

“Sameer and Campus Ministry have been great partners to work with. We are excited to continue working with this department on many levels,” Vianes said.

Vianes said that they do not expect to face any challenges in trying to introduce halal options and that the team is using the resources around them to tackle any issues that may arise.

“One of the few hesitancies I know some other Muslim students had was

the fact that there could be non-halal meat cooked with halal meat, or at least on the same surface without being cleaned,” Qasem said.

Both Ali and Vianes said that the Sodexo team is aware and have been trained in food preparation in order to make sure students are still able to adhere to their religious practices.

“Training on food preparation is a daily occurrence. We simply follow the food handling and safety resources we have,” Vianes said.

Ali said that there are no initiatives in place to expand these options beyond Schroeder’s dining hall just yet. He hopes to leave behind a legacy beyond just campus with this initiative.

“I hope that the dietary needs of the Muslim students are met, and that they have halal options available,” Ali said.

Qasem said that he hopes for this to continue beyond campus and keep going in the coming years as he begins to see more Muslim students coming to Marquette each year.

“We hope to accomplish and add to our inclusivity efforts in dining as a whole, providing a resource as a partner and service provider and ensuring

the students have resources right here on campus in dining,” Vianes said. Ali said that working with Sodexo has been great and they have been responsive and aware of this need for the student body, and the issues that come up with this new initiative.

“I think this is one way to attract Muslims to come to Marquette,” Qasem said. “It makes not only students, but also parents feel that their child is eating well and observing their faith, without having to bend any rules to just survive.”

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clubs and sneakers to a rollup blanket.

The same complaint discloses that as officers were investigating the initial complaint from the 911 caller, two Marquette employees approached officers to also report missing property from their vehicles.

Following these thefts, MUPD was able to find surveillance footage of Frank in the passenger seat of a vehicle exiting with stolen items.

It wasn’t until Aug. 3 that Frank’s arrest took place, prompted by a welfare check describing “a subject who appeared intoxicated and staggering.” Police responded and identified Frank after matching his description with a photo taken from the Marquette parking structure break-ins.

Frank attended an initial appearance hearing Aug. 8 per the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access Program. He faced two counts of theft of moveable property.

A bond of $1,000 was set on conditions that Frank would comply with a strict no-contact order pertaining to both the Wells Street parking structure and the victims of the thefts.

Frank was then scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing at the Milwaukee County Courthouse, but his failure to appear triggered a bench warrant for his arrest. This also resulted in an added bail jumping charge on top of his previous theft charges.

Aug. 11

Employees at WISN-TV, a local Milwaukee news station close to campus, called police after they observed a man crawl under their secured parking gate, appearing to be in the process of breaking into WISNTV vehicles and stealing camera equipment.

The criminal complaint states that this was in fact Frank and WISN surveillance had shown Frank stealing camera equipment and leave by crawling under the gate. This happened less than a

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month after stealing from vehicles in the Marquette parking structure.

Hours later, WISN employees spotted a man who appeared to be Frank and reported him to police. Frank was then arrested after officers discovered he had violated one of his bail

conditions which noted that “the defendant shall not commit any crime.”

After being taken into custody he was released once again on bond with a scheduled initial appearance for Sept. 12 where Frank again failed to appear. The court then issued

another warrant for his arrest and forfeited any bail that had previously been established.

Photo courtesy of Teagan Killam

that was thrown at the Kensington Apartments Sunday that shattered the front door.

Photo by Trinity Zapotocky trinity.zapotocky@marqueuette.edu

Schroeder dining hall employee prepping dinner Monday night.

The Kensington Apartments break-in marks the third crime Frank has been arrested for either near or around the Marquette campus in 2023.

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Mehmet Oz, resulting in a 51-49 Democratic majority in the Senate.

Looking to 2024, Franklin plans to update the poll’s methodology.

“We are switching to interviews from a list of registered voters instead of random digit dialing, which we’ve used in the past. It improves the efficiency of the call and slightly enhances the response rate,” Franklin said. “We also are giving respondents the option to take the survey online or by phone. Now, 60-75% will be conducted online.”

The poll will continue reaching out via phone to those without email or internet access to ensure representativeness. Marquette Law’s national poll has been online since its inception.

In addition to statewide elections, the poll gauges Wisconsinites’ views on key emerging issues. Franklin said they’ve posed over 1,600 questions on subjects ranging from public policy and schools to taxes, foreign trade and international affairs.

“We’ve been asking about U.S. aid to Ukraine since

the conflict there started. We’ve been inquiring about the U.S.’s role in the world and if it’s better for America to engage in international affairs or pull back,” Franklin said.

Franklin observed a shift within the Republican Party toward a more isolationist, “America first” stance.

“The Republican party is re-evaluating the postWorld War II consensus on America’s role in global safety and freedom, especially given the prolonged wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Do our allies

contribute enough?”

Franklin said.

Franklin emphasized covering topics from both Republican and Democratic agendas, and in some instances, issues both sides debate over. The poll strives to ensure unbiased representation in their questions.

“It’s an understatement to say we are in a polarized climate, probably more so now than in 2012,” Franklin said. “Our purpose is to capture a wide range of public opinion, not just the horse race of who you might vote for.”

Rick Arcuri: VP of Student Affairs

Office dedicated to focusing on campus health

By Uzair Qhavi uzair.qhavi@marquette.edu

Following the departure of Xavier Cole earlier this year, Rick Arcuri has assumed the role of acting vice president for student affairs at Marquette University.

“My goal is to have the division provide out-ofclassroom experiences that complement students’ academic experiences –through service, support, programming and leadership opportunities,” Arcuri said in an email.

Arcuri is not new to Marquette University. He has served in several previous roles at Marquette and the Office of Student Affairs, including hall director and assistant dean.

In addition, Arcuri will work with the Office of Inclusion and Belonging to further assist and guide students. “The office emphasizes community development and offers support to all students,” Arcuri said.

One goal Arcuri hopes to emphasize to students is the importance of

Sept. 19

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Ignite Bistro: Free dinner for students

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LGBTQ+ Faculty in STEM Panel

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involvement and the idea that each student defines their own experience at Marquette.

“Actively pursue ‘your’ Marquette. There is something here for everyone; you just have to take the first step and get things rolling,” Arcuri said in an email.

Arcuri said that involvement ties students to the campus, allowing them to build new relationships, participate in various activities and truly feel at home at Marquette.

“The more involved they are, the greater the odds are that they will become a part of a group of people who will ‘be there’ for them through graduation (and beyond),” Arcuri said in an email.

For students looking to get involved Arcuri suggested they should explore the Campus Activities Calendar, Marquette Today Campus Events List or the events calendars on the Marquette website.

“We aim to make our services accessible to all students and ensure that no one is left out. The staff in the division recognizes the importance of regular interaction with students and actively seeks to

engage with as many as possible,” Arcuri said in an email.

Arcuri said the Office of Student Affairs would utilize surveys and assessment results to measure how effectively they’re assisting students.

He said the the office is committed to addressing persistent challenges like mental and physical health that some students face on campus.

Arcuri said the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Center’s construction exemplifies their dedication to mental and physical health by uniting the Medical Clinic, Counseling Center and the Center for Student Wellness, with the goal to expand the collaboration.

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role to a permanent one, Arcuri said in an email, “only time will tell.”

“By offering welcoming environments and diverse experiences, we encourage students to challenge themselves, grow personally and as leaders,” Arcuri said in an email. “Our goal is to present multiple opportunities for active campus engagement in ways that are fun, safe, challenging and educational.”

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Rick Arcuri hopes students will grow as leaders.

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Political science celebrates 100 years at MU

The department will hold events through the year

By Gabe Mannion gabe.mannion@marquette.edu

This year Marquette University is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the political science major. To commemorate the anniversary, events are being held throughout the year and aim to celebrate student accomplishments while also focusing on the future of political science.

Professor Risa Brooks, a political science professor at Marquette and the chair of the Anniversary Committee, said the celebration is important because it recognizes the students who will shape the next 100 years of political science at Marquette.

“We want to encourage people to see that politics isn’t a bad word, that it’s something positive,” Brooks said. “We all can benefit from learning about it and doing it better as a community and country.”

The events will also bring attention to the “cynicism around politics” through discussion panels combined with professors and students.

Brooks said professors will share current issues they see in politics in the United States and

globally, and discuss how those issues are shaping their teaching and research at the panels. Students will then share issues that they are concerned with and raise emphasis on topics they desire to learn more about.

“Our first event was last April, and it brought together a cross-section of students to talk about what they liked about the political science department to get them in conversation about their studies and what it means to them,” Brooks said.

Brooks said in addition to the April event, there was also the “Past, Present, and Future Political Science at Marquette” event this September.

Alex Fountain, a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences, said, “The Past, Present, and Future” event is not only the kickoff event theme, it will also be reflected throughout the whole course of the year.”

The next event, “Celebrating a century of mission-driven political science” is planned for Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 in the Alumni Memorial Union ballroom. It will primarily focus on Marquette alumni and feature a reception and dinner to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the political science major and the 35th anniversary of The Les Aspin Center for Government. The Les

Apsin Center provides an opportunity for students to work in an internship personalized to their career goals while also taking classes in Washington D.C.

“It will feature recent alumni from different career paths in business such as government and corporate relations,” Brooks said. “They will discuss their experience as students and how studying political science set them up for their lives.”

Brooks said more events will be coming, but they are still in the works. The invites will be sent to political science students, but all are welcome to attend and be a part of the community.

First President’s Fun Run

Participants gather to support sarcoma research

By Sophia Tiedge sophia.tiedge@marquette.edu

To support sarcoma research, Marquette held its first ever President Fun Run last Saturday Sept. 16. The run was free, but all the donations collected went to the Stronger than Sarcoma fund which is cochaired by University President Michael Lovell and his wife Amy Lovell.

On Aug. 31, 2021, Lovell announced he was diagnosed with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer.

“Sarcoma is one of the least funded cancers for research because it’s just so rare, so the idea is the more money we raise for sarcoma research, the better chance we have to find a cure for people like me to have a longer life,” Lovell said.

The run was a 2.5-mile trail around campus, Faculty, students, friends, athletes and coaches from various teams at Marquette participated.

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years, Marquette hosted the Briggs & Al’s Run/ Walk to support Children’s Wisconsin. After 45 years of the run, it was decided it would not continue, but Lovell said that he feels that this run has the same goals in mind: to run for a good cause and provide support for those who need it.

“It’s really a great event for our community and it showcases our campus, letting people come together to enjoy fitness and a healthy lifestyle,” Lovell said.

Participants started the race under the Memorial Library bridge and ended back at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Common for refreshments.

Taylor Ostrosky, a firstyear in the College of

bridge. Health Sciences, said she participated in the event because it seemed like a fun way to both get to know people and do something fun outside on campus. She said she was also excited to be doing it for a good cause.

“I think it helps bring awareness to the cause and make a community around it,” Ostrosky said. “It shows the support we’re giving,”

Ally Walsh, a first-year in the College of Nursing, said she enjoys running and she thought it would be a great way to start her Saturday morning and to support people suffering from sarcoma.

“I think it brings awareness to working towards something bigger than ourselves,” Walsh said.

Nicole Laudolff, a senior in the College of Arts & Sciences, said even if political science is not your main interest, it is a great resource that provides internships and mentorships.

“I’ve learned everything in our world is political, whether you like it or not,” Laudolff said. “It’s not simply who you vote for.”

Fountain said there are not beliefs or ideas thrown at students in political science, but rather students are taught how to reason through issues.

“Don’t be discouraged from taking political sciences courses just because you’re not a political person,” Fountain said. “Just because you don’t

love watching the news or talking about politics doesn’t mean that it’s not for you.” Brooks said students don’t realize it, because they don’t go to other schools, but Brooks said the way you learn political science is in a very powerful way at Marquette. “Students may differ on the solutions to problems, but they have a common commitment to solving those problems in a sound and ethical way through the mission of Marquette,” Brooks said. “I believe that makes political science here at Marquette special.”

Free Laundry

Resolution passed through Student Senate

By Megan Woolard megan.woolard@marquette.edu

A resolution to help alleviate the costs of laundry services at Marquette passed through the Marquette University Student Senate Monday, Sept. 18.

What is the resolution?

If adopted, the resolution would provide all full-time undergraduate students living in campus residence halls and Marquette-owned off-campus apartments with five washing and five drying cycles every week throughout the academic year.

How much is laundry at Marquette?

Each washing and drying cycle costs $1.50 each. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, each cycle costs $1.25.

What did the resolution need to pass?

The resolution needed to pass through the Senate with a two-thirds majority. It passed with eight

senators in favor, one against and one abstained.

What’s next for the resolution?

Though it passed through the Student Senate, the resolution will still have to be adopted by university administration before it could take effect.

Who supports the resolution?

The resolution was authored by Marquette University Student Government’s Legislative Vice President Lori Martinez. The bill was also sponsored by various student organizations such as Marquette Democrats, Marquette College Republicans, Be the Match Organization and Marquette Fencing Club. Do other universities offer free laundry?

Loyola University Chicago, Saint Louis University and Xavier University all offer free laundry services to students living in campus residence halls. Those Jesuit institutions, along with eight others, are listed in the resolution.

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MU Political Science students at the “The Past, Present, and Future of Political Science” event.

Photo by Sophia Tiedge sophia.tiedge@marqueuette.edu

the starting line under Memorial Library

A Moment of Magic club serves local children

The group visits hospitals in character outfits

By Mia Thurow mia.thurow@marquette.edu

Marquette’s A Moment of Magic club is working to add a little bit of magic into the lives of medically vulnerable children in the Milwaukee area.

The club is a nonprofit service organization with chapters at various universities across the U.S. The program aims to aid underserved kids in two ways — magical hospital visits and on-campus charity events.

“There are volunteers that dress up in costumes as princesses, superheroes, fairies and go out to places like Children’s

Wisconsin and Ronald McDonald House and bring magic to these kids when they don’t have a lot of fun in their lives,” Manaal Nasir, a junior in the College of Health Sciences and social media coordinator for AMoM, said.

AMoM was first brainstormed by two college students in 2014 and later adopted as a national organization in 2017. As of 2021, the group has served over 100,000 children and has more than 29 chapters across the country, including one at Marquette.

“My favorite visit was this past summer when we went to Milwaukee Center for Independence, which is a skilled nursing home for kids that’s right on campus down the street from us. Getting to see these kids and work with them

really was amazing and the joy that they brought was absolutely wonderful,” Nasir said.

Breanna McMenamin, a sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences and coordinator of fundraising and outreach for AMoM, said the meetings are held on Monday nights from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. in Cudahy Hall where they conduct training and team bonding.

“I would say that I love the [Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin] visits. They’re always so much fun because you’re going into a community with people your age and above, and they’re having so much fun. There’s so much pure joy,” McMenamin said.

Sydney Nommensen, a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences and costume coordinator for AMoM, said that

she was excited to work with DSAW as well.

Nasir said frequent attendance and training are encouraged for student members looking to eventually take on a larger role as characters on the visits AMoM does to Children’s Wisconsin and Ronald McDonald House in Wauwatosa.

Nommensen said the club planned two events for the month: A campus-wide scavenger hunt that took place on Sept. 17 and the Tea Party Gala in the ballrooms in the Alumni Memorial Union on Sept. 29, with proceeds from both events supporting AMoM.

“The scavenger hunt has been something in the works for at least two years. Our President Julia [Rihani] has put so much heart and soul into this scavenger hunt, but it’s honestly a good fundraiser and good publicity for us,” Nommensen said.

With September being National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the organization is looking to do more fundraising after the scavenger hunt with their Tea Party Gala.

This semi-formal dance on Sept. 29 will host local performing groups and a raffle with prizes such as a signed Milwaukee Bucks jersey. Nommensen said the dance will take place the night after AMoM’s national gala in New York.

“Some of what we make [at the events] goes straight back to national, but most of what we’re going to make goes to us. We’re able to get out to more visits, we’re able to do more

transportation farther away, we’re able to do more tie-blanket events and make more goodie bags for the kids. So, it’s just about getting more funds to do what we want to do,” McMenamin said.

After the information is shared at the national gala, Nommensen said the attendees of the Tea Party Gala will be able to understand what their money is going to support and the national impact their contributions hold.

McMenamin said as the organization continues to gain publicity and outreach through their events and meetings, members of the club remain focused on the goal of “Being the Difference” that Marquette strongly emphasizes.

Nommensen said the university’s motto coincides well with AMoM’s slogan: “Brave. Strong. Fearless,” which she said is what the children of the organization work to live out every day.

McMenamin said going out of one’s comfort zone to help children through AMoM events such as hospital visits or on-campus fundraisers is courageous for students to do, and that the children provide a learning lesson for volunteers.

“These kids exemplify ‘Brave. Strong. Fearless,’ and they are a really good example to us, how we can be the difference, and how we can continue to be brave like them in any situation in our life, strong and fearless just like they are,” McMenamin said.

Academic Senate discusses strategic planning

Marquette hopes to create a healthier campus

By Gabe Mannion gabe.mannion@marquette.edu

At the Academic Senate meeting Sept. 18, members discussed various topics ranging from the presence of Secret Service on campus during the Republican National Committee Convention to input on the university’s strategic plan. Here are the three main takeaways from the Academic Senate Meeting: Republican National Committee Convention Planning Update

The campus will look different upon the arrival of the RNC week, which happens every four years. The RNC week will impact traffic and Milwaukee as it will resemble hosting “Four Super Bowls in four days.”

“The goal of the RNC week will be to maximize

student scholarship revenue and ensure campus is a safe place for the event,” Mary Czech-Mrochinski, senior director for public affairs, said.

To secure safety on campus for the event, Czech-Mrochinski said the Secret Service will be present throughout campus during the week.

“During the RNC all buildings except the Alumni Memorial Union will be locked with MUID swipe access open for the buildings,” Lynn Griffith, university spokesperson, said.

In addition, Griffith said to secure safety, Marquette University Police Department officers will be stationed at every residence hall.

Higher Learning Commission Reaffirmation Update

The institutional accreditation will consist of peer university members’ reviews and visits. The cri-

teria HLC reviews are ethical and responsible conduct, quality, resource and support for teaching and learning, evaluation and improvement of teaching and learning, institutional effectiveness, resources and planning.

“The peer reviewers will visit Marquette from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, to assess the university and how it can be improved,” Gary Meyer, senior vice provost for faculty affairs, said.

The peer reviewers are comprised of other Jesuit universities and schools that share similar values to Marquette. Meyer said the reviewers come from DePaul, St. Louis University, Creighton, Valparaiso and Dayton.

After the visit, a preliminary report will be shared with University President Michael Lovell.

Strategic Plan

Engagement Process

Marquette is developing

a new strategic planning effort for the 2024-2031 academic years, aligning with the university’s 150th anniversary.

The new strategic plan will include three themes: healthy students, healthy campus and healthy world. Each of these themes will include four initiatives.

“This plan serves as a strategic blueprint of where we are heading,” Kimo Ah Yun, provost for academic affairs, said.

Healthy students will focus on student wellness, transformation and success. The initiatives in healthy students include innovative teaching, interdisciplinary programs grounded in Jesuit principles, programs infused with experiential learning and integrated support services.

Healthy campus aims to care for all and ensure the health of the institution. The initiatives

in healthy campus comprise of inclusive and supportive campus structure, culture of philanthropy and alumni engagement, enrollment, academic planning, and efficient and sustainable operations.

Healthy world will address global challenges through research and faith. The initiative in healthy world includes strategic partnerships to increase impact on the world, research community networks, transdisciplinary research partnerships, enhanced research infrastructure, and service of faith and promotion of justice.

Students, faculty and staff can provide their opinions and feedback on the strategic plan as it continues to evolve during one of two open forums being held Oct. 5 at 8:30 a.m. or Oct. 9 at 3 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union ballrooms.

Photo by Kiefer Russel kiefer.russel@marqueuette.edu

Members of A Moment of Magic pose at their scavenger hunt event on Sunday, Sept. 17.

Illinois State transfer switched positions at MU

By Jack Albright jack.albright@marquette.edu

Sarah Kushner has had a whirlwind year.

The graduate student libero played four years at Illinois State as an outside hitter before transferring to Marquette and making the transition from attacker to defender.

When she was first getting recruited by head coach Ryan Theis, there were early talks about the position change and what it would look like.

“We asked her very early in the recruiting process. You know, are you committed to being a hitter? Are you interested in playing the libero, DS (defensive specialist) type role,” Theis said. “She was willing to make that change for a fifth year to try and play at as high a level as she could.”

Kushner said the biggest adjustment when playing libero is where she stands on the court.

“I’m still passing, I’m still serving, I’m still playing defense,” Kushner said. “I just tried to get as many reps as possible in that new area so that I would be able to feel comfortable with the adjustment of the balls coming at me at a different angle.”

To help adjust, she spent the summer doing drills

where she was restricted to one side of the court and had to return balls from that area.

But it’s not only the position. Kushner is also going from the minors to the majors of college volleyball.

For her first four years, she would play a top-level team a few times a year. This year, with the Golden Eagles’ gauntlet non-conference schedule, it is every weekend.

“Something at ISU we that we would look forward to is, in preseason or the NCAA Tournament, if we got to play one of those teams,” Kushner said. “It would be maybe once or twice a year that we’d get put up against a Marquette, an Illinois, a Purdue. Whereas this, it’s every single weekend.”

Illinois State is a David.

Marquette is a Goliath.

As a Redbird, she played in a 10,500 seat arena with a thousand fans. As a Golden Eagle, she plays in the 3,700-seat Al McGuire Center with a thousand fans.

“The Al (McGuire Center) is tighter. I feel closer to the fans,” Kushner said. “There’s a lot more students that go to these games than ISU.”

But what beats 10,500 and 3,700? How about 17,037, which was the number of fans inside Fiserv Forum for Marquette vs Wisconsin in the arena’s first-ever volleyball game.

Kushner had seen a sold-out Fiserv before last Wednesday — she was at the 2022 Marquette vs Wisconsin men’s basketball

game when the volleyball match was announced on her official visit — but it being filled for volleyball was another feeling.

A few days before the match, Kushner was walking into The Mecca, a restaurant across the street, when she turned and looked at Fiserv.

“I just look and I’m like, ‘Oh, that’s where I’m gonna be playing in two days,’” Kushner said.

The game broke records, becoming the most-attended indoor regular season volleyball match.

Slightly different than what she played in front of at Illinois State? Yep.

She first arrived in Milwaukee in May, only

staying a few weeks before going to Europe on a team trip.

When she got back, it was time for her to explore Cream City and all it had to offer. Lucky for her, a lot of the volleyball players are Wisconsinites.

“They’re taking me to all of the fun places around town,” Kushner said. “I’ve been to the Third Ward, the Public Market, Bayshore.”

She was in Normal, Illinois for four years and moved to the anything-but-normal city of Milwaukee.

Kushner knew everybody at Illinois State like family. After four years, they essentially were.

But this year as a Golden

Eagle, it is not the same. Marquette returned most of its core from last year and only brought in two newcomers.

In light of this, Kushner made it her mission to spend the offseason forming relationships with everyone in the program, especially her teammates.

“Some (connections) would be deeper than others, but with every single person on the team, so that come preseason when we started two weeks ago, I would feel like I’m a solid member of the team,” Kushner said. “Having that comfortability, it’s just a feeling that you can’t train

Merl scores in Sunesson’s place

Bennett’s squad is ranked No. 2 for goals nationally

By Mikey Severson michael.severson@marquette.edu

Despite losing its leading scorer from last season, former forward Lukas Sunesson, Marquette is flying high so far this fall, soaring from outside the top 25 to the No. 13 team in the country in the latest coaches’ poll.

The Golden Eagles have won six out of the last seven games and are off to their best start since 2012, a season in which they were crowned Big East champions.

Through those seven games, Marquette is averaging just under three goals a game and giving up under one goal per game.

Marquette also leads the Big East with 20 goals on the season. Nationally, the Golden Eagles are No. 2 in the country in total goals (20) and goal differential (+14).

Sunesson, who joined the Golden Eagles in 2018 and was a semifinalist for the Hermann Trophy (college soccer’s most outstanding player) in the spring 2021 season, played his last year in 2022. He finished his career with 78 goals in 84 games played.

Even though he left and took his scoring ability with him, Marquette has been able to replicate that offensive production in the form of graduate student forward Brooklyn Merl.

Merl is tied for most goals scored among all Big East forwards with five and he is tied for No. 17 in the country in total goals. He has also tallied two assists on

the season as well.

Despite Merl’s play this season, he emphasized the team’s mindset around offensive production.

“Most of our starting forwards were already here last season,” Merl said. “We just developed, we also have some new players. We just play football. It’s hard to explain as an offensive player how we do it, we play to score. It’s important to not give up, just keep going.”

Three other Golden Eagles — senior forwards Noah Madrigal and Beto Soto and senior midfielder Edrey Caceres — have at least two goals and two assists as well.

Sophomore goalkeeper Ludvig Malberg said that the team’s chemistry is a key factor in their recent offensive success.

Graduate student libero Sarah Kushner played as an outside hitter for four years at Illinois State.

Brooklyn Merl (19) has five goals and two assists for Marquette.

Photo by Forster Goodrich forster.goodrich@marquette.edu

Photo by Katie Craig katherine.craig@marquette.edu

Bringing professional experience to logrolling

Marquette alum passes down expert knowledge

By Raquel Ruiz raquel.ruiz@marquette.edu

Among all the club sports Marquette has to offer, there is one that is different from the rest.

Logrolling is a sport that has been ingrained into American culture since the 1800s, when logging was crucial for settlers. As loggers would send logs down rivers, they stand on the logs to keep them from blocking the river.

As a way of entertainment and to escape the hard condition they had to live under, workers would challenge each

other to see who could stand on the floating log the longest without falling. This is where competition formed.

The history not only dates back to the early years of American history, but for the early years of professional log roller and Marquette club logrolling team head coach Tess Stumvoll.

“They had it at the YMCA where I grew up, and I saw it when I was younger and thought it was the coolest thing ever,” Stumvoll said.

As she became more experienced, Stumvoll decided to challenge herself to reach the pro level.

Not only did she graduate from Marquette in May 2023, but she also competed in the 63rd Lumberjack World Championship in July.

She previously competed four other times in multiple different events at this competition.

“I have done boom running, which is where they string the logs up end to end and you have to run across them,” Stumvoll said. “I am so bad at that event. I spiked myself really bad this year on a practice run and I have like five huge scars on the back of my leg, so I’m retiring from that.”

This year, she competed professionally in regular logrolling and although it might not have been the outcome she predicted, she said she came off the weekend with a positive attitude after losing in the first Women’s Logrolling round against Maggie Bulk.

“It was very stressful, I did not do very well, but that’s okay,” Stumvoll said. “Rookie season, it’s fine.”

Alec Randall, a sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences, said he couldn’t believe that this sport was real when he first saw it.

“I went one time, and ever since, I’ve been hooked,” Randall said.

Being that logrolling is more of an individual sport, Randall said that having Stumvoll as a leader has been key to each player’s success.

“Having a professional coaching us is one of the greatest assets we could have as an individual, and as a team. She’s filled with knowledge,” Randall said.

Ethan Jacoby-Henrickson, a senior in the College of Communication, said that Stumvoll’s extensive experience is what makes her a great coach.

“It’s really good because she’s very effective in telling us what to work on when we’re on the log,”

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Jacoby-Henrickson said. “You can hear the authority and the experience in her voice, but it’s mostly through action. She has been on the log and has shown her superiority in that way.”

Stumvoll said she came back to Marquette to coach because of the relationships she has made.

“I made a lot of really close friends on the

team,” Stumvoll said. “So it was one of those things where I’d like to come back and hang out with all of them and keep giving that extra coaching.”

She said she also wants to grow the awareness of the sport, and being a part of a college-level team helps grow the sport.

Randall said that Stumvoll reminds the logrolling team to remain level-headed when logrolling.

“If there’s one thing Tess has taught me, it’s that if there is one thing that you can get right, no matter what sport you’re doing, it doesn’t matter what kind of athlete you are, all you need is a calm and cool temperament, as long as you desire that success to succeed, you can do whatever,” Randall said.

Jacoby-Henrickson said he hopes more people join, even if it’s just to try it out.

“Bring your swimsuit and a towel, and we’ll have some fun,” Jacoby-Henrickson said. After all, who wouldn’t want to learn from a professional?

CHAOS: Kushner impacts teammates

Continued from page 6 in practice, so having it just helps enhance the court experience.”

Kushner is no longer the familiar face that knows the program’s ins and outs. She became, in a sense, the newbie.

All this — a new position, competition, crowds and city — but there remains one constant: her impact on her teammates.

In team huddles, after every point won, Kushner is the first person to jump in the air, stomp her feet, pump her fist and start yelling. She is also the last person to finish clapping.

“It just makes me want to be with her,” first-year

defensive specialist Molly Berezowitz said. “It makes me want to play with her. She’s just a bright light in our world right now, and it’s just amazing to have her on this team.”

Every time senior outside hitter Aubrey Hamilton goes up to get a kill, Kushner is behind, watching the opposing team’s blockers and telling Hamilton what to do. When she yells “Swing,” Hamilton swings. When she doesn’t, Hamilton doesn’t.

Off the court, she is the one to reach out to the younger players, especially Berezowitz, to help them navigate every aspect of college, from classes to friendships to life.

“She’s just helped me ease into it,” Berezowitz said. Kushner’s been around

the block, and she knows it, so any opportunity to help someone with less experi-

ence is not something she’ll say no to.

The Marquette logrolling team practices at the Rec Plex pool.

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Libero Sarah Kushner (21) celebrates in Marquette’s game at Fiserv Forum against UW-Madison.

Photo by Keifer Russell keifer.russell@marquette.edu

Stumvoll competed in the Lumberjack World Championships.

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“...it doesn’t matter what kind of athlete you are, all you need is a calm and cool temperament...”

Alec Randall Sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences

WNBA

The WNBA regular season is over and the defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces, are positioning themselves as the team to beat in the quest for championship glory. Their remarkable journey to this position is marked by exceptional teamwork, star player performances and a firm determination to maintain their title reign. Here’s a closer look at why they are the undisputed team to beat.

Seeding supremacy

Las Vegas stands tall at the summit of the WNBA standings, holding a oneand-a-half-game lead over their closest competitors, the New York Liberty.

This top seed not only signifies their regular-season dominance but also comes with the invaluable prize of home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.

The Aces have been nothing short of spectacular with a 34-6 regular season record. With the stage set in Las Vegas, they have a golden opportunity to build their championship dreams on their home court.

Stellar roster

The foundation of the Aces’ success undoubtedly lies in their star-studded roster.

Spearheaded by the MVP-caliber power forward A’ja Wilson, they’ve forged a squad that’s both balanced and dynamic. Wilson’s scoring prowess, complemented by the playmaking artistry of point guard Chelsea Gray and the imposing defensive presence of center Liz Cambage, gives Las Vegas a well-rounded edge on both ends of the court.

These talents have consistently translated into impressive statistics over the course of the season. The Aces are 1st in points per game at 92.8. They are 1st in offensive rating at 114.8. Their ability to score at a high level has made them the best WNBA team with the most wins in a regular season with 34.

Playoff experience

The road to a WNBA championship is paved with experience, and Las Vegas has been diligently building toward that goal for years.

As the defending 2022 WNBA champions, the Aces are gearing up to protect their title. A journey that has made them equipped

for high-pressure moments that define playoff basketball. Their ability to maintain composure and execute under intense scrutiny is an intangible asset that cannot be underestimated.

This season the Aces played against their rivals the Liberty at home. They forced the Liberty into 17 turnovers and won the game 98-81. Even in the most important game of the year where they were fighting for home-court advantage in the playoffs, the Aces showed they were really determined to win.

Defensive dominance

It’s well-established in sports that defense wins championships, and the Aces are among the league’s elite in this department.

They’ve held their opponents to a lower field goal percentage and fewer points per game with a defensive rating of 99.2 which is second best in the league. Their ability to frustrate opposing offenses, create turnovers and capitalize on fast breaks is a formidable asset that will undoubtedly be pivotal in the playoffs where every possession is magnified. This is exactly why they currently lead the league in pace at 80.9.

Depth and bench production

A successful playoff run often hinges on a team’s depth, and this is where Las Vegas truly shines.

The Aces possess a bench that has consistently delivered, with players like power forward Kiah Stokes contributing 5.7 rebounds and point guard Alysha Clark providing an impressive 38.6% from the 3-point line. These key players give the Aces scoring and energy when called upon. This depth ensures that the Aces maintain their competitive edge, no matter the circumstances or opposition.

The WNBA playoffs are already in a full swing the Las Vegas Aces emerge as a force armed with compelling statistical evidence that suggests they’re primed for a championship run. With their top seeding, a star-studded roster, playoff-tested experience, defensive prowess and a deep bench, the Aces possess all the tools necessary to make it to the WNBA Finals and hold the trophy high.

Dakota Barnes-Rush is a sports reporter. He is the beat reporter for cross-country He can be reached at dakota.barnes-rush@ marquette.edu or on Twitter/X @ DakotaRushMU.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

Fix scores first career goal

By Benjamin Hanson benjamin.hanson@marquette.edu

When Marquette women’s soccer players told the audio booth to keep turning up the music louder during warmups, their mentality heading into their final non-conference game against St. Thomas was evident.

Though, the outcome wasn’t entirely what the team wanted.

After two quick goals in the first half, the Golden Eagles (3-4-2) drew the Tommies (2-2-3) 1-1 Sunday afternoon at Valley Fields.

“It’s a fair result,” Marquette head coach Frank Pelaez said. “We had a couple more opportunities in the second half that we didn’t capitalize on, but they’re a good team. They’ve gotten better since last year. We’ve got a great record scoring goals and we’re still trying to work our way to get

Tommies’ only goal and junior midfielder Camryn Rintoul had a match-high three shots.

Back-to-back goals

For the first 24 minutes, Marquette and St. Thomas

‘Did it go in or not?’”

Neither team changed the scoreboard for the rest of the first 45 minutes, going into the locker rooms tied 1-1.

“That’s the time you want to set,” Pelaez said. “If some-

through that stage.”

Statistical leaders

First-year midfielder Emily Fix scored her first career goal and senior goalkeeper Mikki Easter, who came back from a red card suspension, finished with one save.

St. Thomas junior forward Mariah Nguyen scored the

went back-and-forth with nothing to show for it.

Then lightning struck twice.

The first goal of the game came in the 25th minute when Nguyen dribbled through a defender and found the net at the top left corner of the box.

The Golden Eagles’ revenge came just two minutes later when Fix headed the ball into the high right side of the net to score her first collegiate goal.

“It was a perfectly floated ball and I hit my head and I watched it go in,” Fix said. “I blacked out after the goal. I just didn’t even know what happened. I was like,

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one smacks you in the face, you turn around and smack them back, and we’re starting to get there now. We just finished on non-conference. Now we’re going to jump into Big East. Every game we’ve learned lessons now we just got to put them all together.”

There were some chances for both sides in the final half but nothing came to fruition and the game ended even on the scoresheet.

Up next

The Golden Eagles start Big East play against the DePaul Blue Devils (4-2-1) Thursday at Valley Fields. The game kicks-off at 7 p.m. CST.

MERL: Offense thrives

Continued from page 6

“As a team, we’ve come together and gotten that final edge that we lacked last year,” Malberg said.

Marquette showed that edge when it took down then-No. 21 Wisconsin despite playing the last 37 minutes of the game shorthanded due to a red card.

“We’ve had a lot of options, scoring goals is what we love to do,” head coach

Louis Bennett said after the match. “We’re playing good entertaining soccer, but for me, that was classy being able to keep it in there. With only ten men out of our net, I thought that was probably the highlight.”

On the defensive side, Malberg has enjoyed a sixgame stretch where he is averaging less than a goal given up per game, which he said comes from the team, not just him.

“First of all, it’s a team thing- we have eleven players on the pitch that all defend, we’ll fight for each other,” Malberg said. “As a goalkeeper, I take pride in not allowing goals, I just do my best in practice and every game I play to keep the ball out of the net. I try to organize and communicate with all the other players so that we’re in the right positions.”

As Marquette begins to face its Big East foes, Merl said that the team must continue to put its best foot forward no matter what.

“We’re trying to win every single game, it doesn’t matter who is on the other side, we want to give our best, our 100%, regardless of who we are playing and we have the same respect for everybody we play,” Merl said.

The Golden Eagles travel to crosstown rival University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2-3) Sept. 19 for the Milwaukee Cup after losing 2-1 at Creighton last Friday.

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By Jack Albright jack.albright@marquette.edu

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Plugged-in is your onestop shop for all things Marquette Athletics from the past seven days. Look for Plugged-in every Monday morning.

Men’s Soccer Ranked

The Golden Eagles went 1-1 in the same week they became the No. 13 team in the country in the latest coaches’ poll.

Marquette beat then-No.

21 Wisconsin 3-1 despite playing the final 37 minutes shorthanded after senior defender Jai Hsieh-Bailey

was given a red card for a slide tackle.

In their first Big East match of the season, the Golden Eagles traveled to Creighton and lost 2-1, ending their undefeated record. Marquette leads the Big East in goals (20) and goals per game (2.86).

Women’s Soccer Career Firsts

Two first-years, forward Taylor Schad and midfielder Emily Fix, both earned their first career goals in a 1-0-1 week for the Golden Eagles.

In Marquette’s 2-1 win against Western Michigan, eight minutes into the second half, Schad put herself on the scoresheet for the first time by slotting the ball into the left corner of the net.

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By Jack Albright jack.albright@marquette.edu

Three days later in the Golden Eagles’ 1-1 draw against Tommies, Fix scored her first collegiate goal off a header.

“I blacked out after the goal. I just didn’t even know what happened,” Fix said after the game. “I was like, ‘Did it go in or not?’”

Volleyball’s Up and Down Performances

Marquette never looked like the same team twice, winning and losing four different ways in a 2-2 week.

Against the No. 1 Wisconsin Badgers last Wednesday at Fiserv Forum, the Golden Eagles lost 3-1. The next day, Marquette beat University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 3-1.

Last Saturday, the Golden Eagles won their first game at the Al McGuire Center this season in a 3-0 sweep

over the Air Force Falcons. Sunday, they got swept by the No. 7 Oregon Ducks. Marquette is 0-7 against ranked teams.

Happening This Week:

Men’s soccer at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tuesday 7 p.m. CST at Engelmann Stadium. Follow @MikeySeversonMU on Twitter/X for live updates and the game recap.

Women’s soccer vs. DePaul Thursday 7 p.m. CST at Valley Fields. Follow @KaylynnWrightMU on Twitter/X for live updates and the game recap.

Volleyball vs. Villanova Friday 7 p.m. CST at the Al McGuire Center. Follow @ JackAlbrightMU on Twitter/X for live updates and the game recap.

Still winless against ranked teams

with 12 kills and junior setter Yadhira Anchante picked up 29 assists.

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Mimi Colyer ended with a double-double of 18 kills and 15 digs.

intentions of dropping a frame. But the Golden Eagles made the Ducks work for it, keeping the set close for the majority of it.

it over.

This weekend was a tale of two halves for Marquette volleyball.

Saturday, the Golden Eagles (4-7) swept the Air Force Falcons. Sunday, they got swept by the No. 7 Oregon Ducks (10-1) 3-0 (16-25, 19-25, 22-25).

“Everything needs to come together to beat an Oregon, and it did not,” Marquette head coach Ryan Theis said.

All seven of Marquette’s losses have come from ranked teams.

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Senior outside hitter Aubrey Hamilton finished

The Lincoln, California native’s 18 kills were the most of anyone in the match.

“She had a good day. Good player,” Theis said. “Tried to get some pressure on her, but the libero helps her out a lot.”

Ducks’ redshirt senior setter Hannah Pukis ended with 39 assists.

As a team, Oregon finished with 14 more kills (47-33), 13 more assists (4532), 14 more digs (54-40) and five more blocks (8-3) than Marquette.

Setting up the sweep Oregon, coming off a 2516 set one victory, had no

Oregon took a 20-17 lead and Theis called a timeout hoping to end the run, but it was to no avail. The Ducks went out of the break and scored two more points, marking a 5-0 run and 23-17 lead.

The Golden Eagles scored two points but the set ended as a 25-19 win for Oregon.

Finishing the job

Marquette began the third and final frame up 4-0 after first-year defensive specialist Molly Berezowitz hit back-to-back service aces.

This prompted Oregon head coach Matt Ulmer to call his first and only timeout in the match to talk

Out of the timeout, the Ducks turned it around, taking a 9-7 lead and erasing the Golden Eagles’ early advantage.

Oregon then opened a 1916 gap on a 3-0 run and won the frame 25-22 on a service error from Hamilton.

Up next Marquette starts Big East play against Villanova (9-3) Friday night at the Al McGuire Center. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. CST.

“We got to turn the page today and (look) to the Big East play,” Theis said.

Big East Honor Roll. In a 2-2 week for Marquette, Hamilton earned a team-high 58 kills.

First-year forward Taylor Schad was named to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll after scoring her first career goal in Marquette’s 2-1 win against Western Michigan. In the same game, she drew the game-winning penalty and finished the week with three points.

Former Marquette men’s lacrosse defender Mason Woodward was the No. 56 overall pick in the 2023 National Lacrosse League Entry Draft. He was drafted

MSOC at Butler Indianapolis

by the New York Riptide.

2023 Maui Invitational will move to the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu as the island of Maui is recovering from widespread fires.

MSOC at Milwaukee Engelmann Stadium

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By Gabriel Sisarica gabriel.sisarica@marquette.edu

It is easy to get lost in the statistics. The ones that say women are more likely to have suicidal thoughts, be diagnosed with depression and to attempt suicide are all true. But the fact of that matter is that men are taking their own lives more than women. Now by no means am I here to undermine women, especially women dealing with depression, suicidal thoughts and even recovering from attempts. But spreading awareness of stigmas around men’s mental health and understanding it, can help prevent suicide.

Take Dylan Buckner, for example. Dylan attended Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Illinois. There, Dylan seemed to have everything going for him. He had lots of friends, position at starting quarterback, a 4.7 GPA and was projected to play football at MIT. From the outside looking in, Dylan Buck-

By Joseph Schamber joseph.schamber@marquette.edu

A week ago, I was riding through downtown Milwaukee on an electric scooter, when suddenly, I made a turn and the front tire popped off. I went flying off the vehicle, tumbling onto the side of the road. Luckily for me, I sustained no injuries, but I was left feeling disillusioned with the scooters that promised to be so beneficial to the community.

I was once enamored with their promises of being an easy, low-cost and low-emission method of transportation for individuals who could not use bikes or buses, but now understand the dangers they pose to the public.

The community must be aware of these risks,

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ner seemed to be living the dream.

I saw this firsthand. Dylan was in the same grade that I was in. He was on the path to success, until he took his life Jan. 7, 2021.

I found out after the fact that Dylan had tried committing suicide that previous summer during the pandemic. If you weren’t in Dylan’s inner circle, you would have no idea that anything was wrong. Dylan’s suicide changed a neighborhood. His family started the Dylan Buckner Foundation, promoting mental health through fitness.

Glenbrook North High School students added a mental health section in the curriculum that was mandatory for all students to take. The problem is that this story is all too familiar to the families of about 11,500 men who committed suicide in 2020.

Men are being confined to the roles of their gender. These are barriers for

and if operators cannot remedy them, they should be removed from Milwaukee’s streets.

Dockless e-scooters were introduced to Milwaukee in 2019. Since then, three companies, Lime, Spin and Veo, have been allowed to operate scooters as a part of a pilot study conducted by the city with the goal of increasing transportation options for people with limited access to vehicles. They are currently amid their third pilot program.

According to a survey conducted by the Milwaukee Mayor’s Office, the scooters were met with mostly favorable feedback during their 2019 pilot program.

Still, 27.4% of respondents said they believe e-scooters should be entirely prohibited. After the 2021

men and prevent them from seeking help when facing psychological distress. The men adhering to traditional masculine gender roles are more than two times as likely to die by suicide than men who don’t. These norms contribute to the way men think and feel about themselves. Self-esteem is defined as the beliefs and thoughts about one’s own being. A person’s self-esteem is built around the goals they achieve and the success that they have.

Now, there are other factors that go into suicide that aren’t directly addressed in mental disorders. For example, physical and substance abuse, the loss of a loved one, loneliness, bullying and more.

It is crucial to understand that people commit suicide for multiple reasons, but taking the blame for someone’s suicide is never the right way to cope with it. Author Maya Angelou says, “Do the best you can until you know better.

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pilot program, that number rose to 29.3%, with most respondents raising concerns about improper parking, sidewalk riding and the general danger of the scooters.

Marquette University is one of four locations in the city that has permanently banned electric scooters on its premises, citing the increasing evidence of the danger scooter riders pose to themselves and others.

Recent accidents in Milwaukee have proven Marquette was right for expressing concern about the safety of these vehicles. According to data from the Milwaukee Department of Public Works, there have been 31 reported crashes from the start of the first pilot study in 2019 to June 6, 2023. This does not include two fatal crashes that happened this summer.

In June, a Milwaukee man was killed while riding an electric scooter when he collided with a motorcycle at 27th Street and Forest Home Avenue.

Another man was killed in a hit-and-run crash Sept. 1 while riding a scooter on 37th Street and Congress Street.

Incidents like these happen, in part, because scooters are required to share the streets with cars and motorcycles, often without a bike lane. A scooter’s small size also poses a major threat to riders who may not be seen by other vehicles on the road.

The consequences of

Then when you know better, do better.” Take the information you know and help others.

Being able to support men in their endeavors and promoting that success can look different than having material things can go a long way.

Watch for signs and offer support to men. Some signs include irritability, social withdrawal and engaging in risky behaviors. If you notice any of these signs, ask what you can do to help and make sure the other person knows you are there to listen.

Being able to communicate with others is essential for men.

Everyone deserves love and support, men aren’t above that. Do better, before it is too late.

If needed please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

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reckless driving are also far worse for e-scooter users as they are provided little protection in crashes. Unlike a car, which surrounds its driver, a scooter rider is completely exposed to the elements. Operators encourage riders to wear helmets to prevent injury, but there are no rules requiring riders to wear them and therefore, very few do.

They also have users take safety tests before renting a vehicle. Based on data from the pilot studies, riders do know the rules but break them anyway.

In their survey, 88.1% of respondents knew sidewalk riding was prohibited, yet 39.2% said they had ridden on the sidewalk for some part of their trips. Warning users to ride safely is not enough. If rules are never enforced, riders will continue to put themselves at risk.

I was a big fan of motorized scooters for a long time. Until my fall, I took multiple trips on them a week, and I truly believed in the value they provide to the community.

E-scooters still have the potential to be successful, and Milwaukee could lead the way towards establishing proper infrastructure to accommodate these scooters. Creating protected bike lanes and enforcing safety regulations would go a long way towards scooter safety.

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September Birthdays

Across:

2. Leader of the Bee Hive

Fun & Games

Name:

Famous September Birthdays

19 September

3. Marquette’s very own sports center is named after him

5. Slapped Chris Rock at 2022 Oscars

7. The first American to win four T&F medals in one Olympics

8. Born in the USA–Long Branch, NJ to be exact

10. What is he doing here? “Waiting for them to play Gangnam Style”

11. She might put you at the bottom of the pyramid

12. The “Tonight Dough” starring...

13. The seasons are changing ... he might think its “Heartbreak Weather”

Down:

1. Played Neo in “The Matrix”

2. Felt the “bern” when he lost the Democratic nomination in 2016 and 2020

4. She will survive!

6. Has won 23 Grand Slams (singles)

8. According to the Weezer song, Rivers Cuomo looks just like him

9. Four weddings and a birthday

Across

2 Leader of the Bee Hive

3 Marquette's very own sports center is named after him

5 Punched Chris Rock at 2022 Oscars

7 The first American to win 4 T&F medals in one Olympics

8 Born in the USA Long, Branch, NJ to be exact

10 What is he doing here? Waiting for them to play Gangnam Style

11 She might put you at the bottom of the pyramid 12 The Tonight Show 13 The seasons

12

Down

1 Played Neo in 'The Matrix'

2 Felt the burn when he lost the Democratic nomination in 2016 and 2020

4 She will survive!

6 Has won 23 Grand Slams (singles)

8 According to the Weezer song, Rivers Cuomo looks just like him

9 Four weddings and a birthday

Sigma Lambda Beta hosts Fiesta de Noche

Celebration at start of Hispanic Heritage Month

By Lauren Puthoff lauren.puthoff@marquette.edu

By Sophie Goldstein sophie.goldstein@marquette.edu

Despite an evening of rain and storms on Saturdayd Sept. 16, Marquette’s Sigma Lambda Beta fraternity didn’t let that stop the celebrations of Fiesta de Noche. They had a celebration full of food, music and cultural performances.

Hispanic Heritage Month began Sept. 15, and is a month dedicated to recognizing and honoring the impact Latine and Hispanic cultures have on the United States.

With Sigma Lambda Beta being the largest Latino fraternity across the country, there were many in attendance who are a part of the fraternity from neighboring colleges or alumni of the fraternity.

Nestor Ruelas, a sophomore in the College of Communication, is the internal vice president of Sigma Lambda Beta fraternity

and said they have been planning Fiesta de Noche since last summer.

“It is a lot of work for this big of an event. We worked with the Center of Engagement and Inclusion and diversity programs to make sure we were able to get the dates, space and making sure the food was available. We also had to make sure we were able to get the mechanical bull and make sure that was available,” Ruelas said.

The weather impacted the event and the atmosphere they had planned for, Ruelas said.

“We didn’t get to use the mechanical bull and the vibe of the lights and showcasing different performances was impacted. It was supposed to be on a higher stage rather than just in a circle,” Ruelas said.

Jack Chen, a student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, made an appearance at Fiesta de Noche to support friends who are part of Sigma Lambda Beta.

“I came out last year as a way to support my friends

who are currently apart of the Betas along with some other friends who are now alumni,” Chen said. “And of course, I couldn’t miss the food and music.”

Lines wrapped around the first level of the Alumni Memorial Union with attendees eager to try food that was catered from Pete’s Fruit Market.

“Easily the first thing I did was hop in line for some food. The line has definitely grown since the time we got here, but it’s nice to just relax with good food and talk to friends who we have not seen in a while, in addition to meeting new people,” Chen said.

With the live DJ blasting hit songs from artists like Bad Bunny and many others, it was a celebration that brought everyone together. Brandy Macias, a sophomore in the College of Health Sciences, attended Fiesta de Noche for the first time this year.

“I was inspired to come out because I wanted to be a part of a celebration which was honoring my Latina roots. Not only was

it a way of getting together with other Latinos in the area, but the celebration reminded me of home. We always celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day and now at Marquette I am still able to celebrate it with new friends,” Macias said.

Carolina Tapia, a sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences, saw this event as an opportunity to connect with others and support her community.

“I came out tonight as a way to celebrate National Heritage Month and spend time with friends who I now consider family. I attended last year’s celebration and now I’m here, so I think this is definitely going to be a tradition for myself,” Tapia said.

Although this event was run by students, that did not stop staff members from stopping by for some food and fun. Jocelyn Salazar, an administrative assistant in the College of Communication, was not only a part of a multi-cultural Greek group in college, but she is also related to a Sigma Lambda Beta.

“I’m just really glad that

there are these events on campus, as far as I’ve been working here, I have noticed how community orientated Marquette is and it’s something I really admire and love. Not to mention it is so nice how students have a place where they can come together to support one another, socialize and have a good time,” Salazar said.

katherine.craig@marquette.edu

Festive fall activities around Milwaukee

Local events to embrace the start of the season

By Mimi Sinotte huamae.sinotte@marquette.edu

With October quickly rolling in, students can take advantage of the festive fun away from campus during the crisp fall of Milwaukee.

As a Milwaukee native, I find there to be a wide variety of fall must-dos to enjoy with friends and family. One of my favorite memories growing up was going to the Milwaukee County Zoo during the most memorable time of the leaves changing from a bright green to a vibrant orange.

The travel times for these fall activities are made easy with the Marquette U-Pass — a pass that allows students to ride any Milwaukee County Transit System bus for free.

Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo is a fall event that will never get old, especially as an event that people of all ages can enjoy. As a kid, I remember going in full costume and walking through the paths at night while admiring every animal; the am-

bience of the spooky lights and brisk air made staying out past my bedtime one of the best parts.

Students are never too old to enjoy the nostalgia of trick-or-treating, especially since there are a total of 10 stops along the animal trails which range from Primates of the World to an Aquatic & Reptile Center.

Tickets not only sell fast, but are also affordable at $15.50. Pre-purchased tickets are required. The event is Oct. 19-22 from 5:30-9 p.m. making it easy to attend after class.

Milwaukee’s Oktoberfest

Another must-see event is Milwaukee’s Oktoberfest located in Cathedral Square Park. The event takes place from Oct. 6-8 with music, food and live entertainment.

What makes the event even better is that it is free!

Oktoberfest supports the non-profit Music in the Park LLC to provide other free entertainment at Cathedral Square Park.

The perfect way to wrap up the summer is to end it with a classic brat from Oktoberfest made by Kegels Inn, a Milwaukee German-style restaurant.

Dog-lovers can also enjoy the Wiener Dog Beauty Pageant at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 8.

The Oriental Theatre

For students who live for seasonal thriller movies, the Oriental Theatre is the perfect place to go. Located on the East Side, the theater holds elements of East Indian-inspired charm.

New and classic films like “A Haunting in Venice” and “A Nightmare on Elm Street” will be shown through October, with a full list of movies found on their website.

The bus route is made easily navigable by taking the stop from Wisconsin Ave. to the Bublr Bike Station on Prospect and Kenilworth.

Tickets can be bought online, and students get in for $10 with a valid student ID.

Oak Leaf Trail

One of my most honored traditions was getting out of the house and going for a Sunday hike along the Oak Leaf Trail. Spanning over 100 miles long, the trail is a beautiful and scenic walk starting from the Milwaukee Lakefront.

The beauty of this free activity is it can be easily incorporated into the day, whether that be with friends or for self-care. You are able to choose as little or as long of a hike and there are a variety of parks, waterfronts and urban areas along the way.

Photos by Katie Craig