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I would like to thank President Robert Wild, S.J., for his article in the Summer 2007 issue. I was at Marquette to attend the Annual Honors Convocation held on Sunday, April 15. I was saddened by the breaking news the next morning of the heartbreaking tragedy at Virginia Tech. While I waited for our son to complete his classes, I saw firsthand the reaction and compassion of everyone on campus that day. At every turn there were continuing news reports, and I witnessed over and over many heartfelt conversations and genuine concern about what had happened.
Our drive to the airport was quiet as we listened to updates on the radio. After an extra long embrace and a tearful goodbye (a mother’s prerogative), I walked to my gate and I couldn’t help but think “what if?” I agree there is “no magic way to provide absolute protection” but I was grateful to read and be reassured of Marquette’s critical incident management plan. The column served as an example of the passion and pride I see when our son speaks about being a student at Marquette University. Thank you for the continued commitment you shared.
Mary Rebstock
Editor’s note: Bill Schmidt wrote former classmate Jim Schwartz, Bus Ad ’57, a letter in June to mark their 50th anniversary since graduating from Marquette. He shared the letter with Marquette Magazine (see below).
One of the greatest joys in my life is sharing significant events with those who also walked the mile! That was especially true on June 2, 1957 when you, Al Moore and I, along with myriads of fellow graduates, participated in Commencement at the Milwaukee Arena. And now today, it is with great delight that I recall that milestone in our lives exactly 50 years after those significant festivities in Milwaukee. Sadly, a good number of our fellow classmates have already left the earth for the reward that has been promised. But for us, the living, the memories are sweet as we look back over a half-century of life and countless blessings that have been granted, since our graduation.
I’m sure you’ll agree when I state emphatically that there are very few experiences in life that compare to college days at Marquette. Notably, marriage comes to mind, as well as the birth of our children. But always, as we’ve walked the road through life, the Marquette influence is present to some degree and has influenced our decisions in both practical and moral ways. Ring Out Ahoya and thank you, Lord, for the privilege of attending Marquette.
William (Bill) Schmidt, Bus Ad ’57
Although I did not attend Marquette, I do receive your magazine and I always read from front to back. It is a great magazine. I had the pleasure of being taught a Parish Nursing course by Rosemary Matheus. She was super. I would love for my grandson to attend Marquette. I wish I had gone to school there.
Jeannie Alaback
Editor’s note: Rosemarie Matheus, Nurs ’83, served as a faculty member in the College of Nursing from 1984 to 2002.
Thank you for sending me the Summer 2007 issue — although I graduated from there as far back as 1976. This was a pleasant surprise. I thought you might like to know what we are doing in the social communications field at Sophia Polytechnic, Sophia College, Bombay, India. You will get the write-up in course of time.
Sister Vera Pereira, Sp ’76
We read with interest the recent issue of Marquette Magazine, including the article describing the generous donation of the Ecksteins. You mentioned Ray Eckstein playing basketball at Marquette. He was a teammate of my husband, William W. Chandler, Med ’46. The coach at that time was my husband’s father, William S. Chandler, not Al Chandler. Bill Chandler coached Marquette basketball from 1930-51.
Paula Chandler
I was pleased to read Father Wild’s piece in Marquette Magazine on immigration reform. It was so timely, so important and so right on. The bishops have reminded us that “all of the goods of the earth belong to all of the people of the earth” but still so many people want to grab tightly to what is “ours” when faced with today’s immigrant refugees of the global economy. Thank you for encouraging the MU community to think differently and out of faith, not fear.
I am now an attorney with the United Methodist Committee on Relief, providing legal services to low-income immigrants in Michigan. On behalf of my clients, thank you for your care and concern.
Susan E. Reed, Arts 2000
Last evening, I skimmed the summer edition of Marquette Magazine and noticed the letters to the editor in response to Father Wild’s recent column on immigration. The tone of those letters compelled me to send a quick note of thanks. For nearly seven years I worked in the U.S. Senate as legislative director for Senator Chuck Hagel of Nebraska. Hagel is a strong advocate of comprehensive immigration reform. I hope Father Wild will continue to address the tough issues at Marquette. We need such leadership and support now more than ever.
Jill (Konz) Cooper, Arts ’98
Father Wild’s column on immigration was a marvelous, subtle piece encouraging all members of the Marquette family to remember our Gospel values. Thanks for writing; keep it up.
Bill Staudenmaier, Jr., Bus Ad ’58, Law ’61
Perhaps the most frequent request from alums this month will be to ask where they can get the cycling jersey Rick Barder wore in his “Class Notes” profile. We Marquette cyclists could have used such a jersey for the recent Trek 100 in Waukesha,Wis. — and I could show my Marquette colors in Southern California. Please find out the source of the jersey.
Paul Curran, Bus Ad ’88
Editor’s note: We received more than one letter from cyclists who spotted Barder’s jersey. The university’s gift shop will offer a cycling jersey for sale beginning in late November. For an update as you plan holiday shopping, call the Spirit Shop (414) 288-3050.
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