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2011-2012 staff

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  • Jen Michalski
  • Managing Editor
  • Alex Engler
  • Art Director
  • Dylan Huebner
  • Photo Director
  • AJ Trela
  • Marketing Director
  • Erin Nelson

College Life

Urban Bound: Managing Moving & Life After College

Published Thursday, May 10, 2012 by

For any and all that are looking to move out and move on, I’d like to introduce you to your newest roommate… You have a thousands things on your to-do list upon graduating & Urban Bound takes care of the first 999 of them. From insurance to local gyms, Urban Bound finds it all for [...]

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Summer Side Jobs

Published Thursday, April 26, 2012 by

For cash strapped students, summer means one thing: working. But if you need help deciding what you’ll be doing, here’s our guide to finding the perfect job. People pleasers Tutoring Stay sharp this summer by turning off the movie marathons and helping summer school students with their homework. Advertise yourself as a Marquette student — [...]

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Have You Heard of Us?

Published Thursday, April 26, 2012 by

The Great Outdoors Club Under its original name, Club Adrenaline offered its members the opportunity to go zip-lining in the fall and snowboarding over winter break.  The introduction of two new co-presidents for the spring semester, however, has brought big changes to the club, including a new name: the Great Outdoors Club. “The idea behind [...]

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Building a Legacy

Published Thursday, April 26, 2012 by

The namesakes emblazoned across the outer facades of our classrooms and dorms make campus buildings a part of Marquette culture, and while the people behind these names share in the same honor, the way they got there is never the same story. “Each building is evaluated on an individual basis and isn’t always named in [...]

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Start Your Own Organization From Scratch

Published Thursday, April 26, 2012 by

Interested in starting a club? We’ve got you covered.   Complete a request form, which can be found in the Student Development office, Alumni Memorial Union, room 121. Obtain at least five signatures from students interested in joining the organization. Receive preliminary approval and host three meetings on campus, during which the goal is to [...]

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The Party Scene

Published Thursday, April 26, 2012 by

While the nation prepares for the 2012 elections, Marquette’s College Republicans and College Democrats do the same. Republican chairman Ethan Hollenberger and Democrat chairman Andy Suchorski tell the Journal how they’re planning to ensure victory in November.   Ethan Hollenberger College Republicans: Besides winning, what are the goals for this election cycle? Number one: Turn out more [...]

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Journey: John Van Lieshout

Published Monday, April 16, 2012 by

Name: John Van Lieshout Age: 20 College: Arts & Sciences Major: Philosophy   John Van Lieshout purchased his first vinyl record – Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” – in eighth grade. He didn’t even have a turntable. Now, he has his own record label. “I want to get the music I think is great out to a [...]

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Top 5 Marquette Tweeters

Published Wednesday, March 7, 2012 by

With the amount of students taking on Twitter accounts, it’s no surprise that Marquette’s presence on the Twitter scene is growing. In no particular order, here are five of Marquette’s most interesting Twitter birds. 1. @HerbertLowe Herbert Lowe is a journalism professor at Marquette, and his extensive 22-year journalism career and previous position as president of [...]

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4 best places to make out on campus

Published Monday, February 27, 2012 by

Finally, after months of conversations limited to solving equations, your cute lab partner mentions something about the chemistry between you two during a study session in your dorm room. Eager to steam up the safety goggles, you lean in for a smooch just as your roommate bumbles in, effectively blocking your extracurricular activity and making [...]

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The Dorm Decision

Published Monday, February 20, 2012 by

With residence hall selection day quickly approaching for current Marquette freshmen, it’s important to be aware of all your living options — and their pros and cons. From noise levels to location and amenities, current residence hall dwellers speak out about their dorm. McCabe: McCabe Hall, located on the corner of 17th Street and Wisconsin Avenue, [...]

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