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I read “What Jesus Asks” in the recent Marquette Magazine, and I thought it was excellent and most importantly, true. It identifies the real challenge that faces not just Catholics and Christians but persons of all faiths that have a core set of pillars calling believers to a higher path. Increasingly the society in which we live seems to be more intent on making individuals take a hard look at themselves using a standard concerned with vanity, wealth, status and being physically desirable to others rather than taking a long look inside our hearts to see just how we are doing in living Jesus’ message of peace and forgiveness. I am proud that such writing can be found in my alma mater’s publication.
Justin Hanson, Arts ’05
While I enjoyed the story about the work of Dr. John Scheels in the winter edition of Marquette Magazine, I found the cover photo disturbing. The story talks about tranquilizing other animals, but the spider monkey pictured appears to be fully conscious. My young sons questioned what was happening to the monkey when they saw the magazine. I am glad the story itself reflected the humane treatment Dr. Scheels emphasizes in his care for the animals at the Milwaukee County Zoo.
Mary Denise Farrar, Comm ’92
I am thrilled to hear about the carillon being restored. Of the many fond memories I have of my days at Marquette, the carillon ringing throughout the campus ranks as one of my favorite. I also attended the University of Southern California, which also had a carillon. My memory of the carillon at Marquette was definitively a much more memorable experience due to the richness and breadth of music played. Thanks for preserving one of the things that added a healthy layer of enrichment to a great educational experience.
Kevin Keating, Dent ’81
Thank you for providing a wonderful read all these years. I’m an alum with two children under 5. It’s so nice to have your magazine come into the house. I stop whatever I’m doing (what an accomplishment) and read (an adult magazine...wow!). It brings me back to the college years. I’ve enjoyed every issue. God bless and go Marquette.
Michelle Hutchinson Schofield, Arts ’92
I wanted to write and tell you how much I enjoyed the fall issue. The special section on 125 years of Marquette history was truly enjoyable and so interesting to read. I loved the picture of Johnston Hall, where I had my office as assistant dean of liberal arts from 1964-74. I loved that historic old building. I recall as a student there the late Dr. Herbert Rice took our class on a tour of historic sites. He took us to the first Marquette building, on 10th and State. It was still standing and that, too, was a thrill. What memories.
Larry Giantomas, Jour ’61
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