Marquette University's Athletics Nickname Survey Results: Conclusions All stakeholder groups had significant majorities that indicated a negative opinion of or a lack of connection with the Golden Eagles nickname and mascot, with alumni most likely to not have a favorable connection. Only 12% of alumni say they identify with the Marquette Golden Eagles. 77% do not identify, and the remainder are either neutral or did not answer. 36% of students say they identify with the Marquette Golden Eagles. An almost equal number (38%) do not identify, and 25% either did not answer or were neutral. Among faculty, 44% did not identify with the Golden Eagles, 22% were neutral or did not answer and only 31% did identify. For staff respondents, 37% did not identify with the Golden Eagles, 26% were neutral and only 36% said they identified. The words most often used to describe the Golden Eagles nickname are boring (57%), weak (55%) and common (52%). The words most commonly used to describe the actual mascot are cartoonish (61%) and silly (49%)   If you are a member of the media, please contact a member of Marquette University's Communications Team directly with your questions. All other inquiries and questions about Marquette University's athletics nickname decision should be directed to the Office of Public Affairs at (414) 288-7491 or submitted through our contact form.