Marquette University's Athletics Nickname Survey Results: Open-ended Questions In addition to the scaled (or close-ended) questions reported above, there were four open-ended questions asked in which respondents were invited to give additional written commentary on particular questions. In total, these responses generated more than 2000 pages of written feedback. All responses were transcribed, and were read and reviewed by Marquette University. In most cases, the open-ended questions allowed respondents to affirm and give more detail about the question they had just answered. In those situations, the essence of that feedback is captured in the survey data. In many cases, respondents shared personal stories and memories to illustrate why they felt a certain way about an issue. The written comments from alumni in particular often conveyed strong feelings of nostalgia and communicated a real sense of identity with Marquette University and its athletic traditions. The open-ended format also allowed respondents to comment more broadly on issues related to the nickname/mascot decision. For example, respondents suggested new nicknames other than “Marquette Warriors” and “Golden Eagles”, and they shared feelings about the survey and the feedback process. There were multiple definitions provided for the word warrior in a non-Native American context. In many instances, respondents also used the open-ended format to share their general feelings — usually positive — about Marquette University.  Survey Results Main | Next: Demographics   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.