Engineering
27 inducted into Quarter Century Club
Earlier this spring, Marquette celebrated 27 faculty and staff members inducted into the Quarter Century Club, recognizing employees who have served the university for 25 years or more. The inductees were honored at the Quarter Century Club Annual Dinner, a tradition dating back to 1948, when former president Rev. Edward J. O’Donnell, S.J., shared these dedicated individuals “should be recognized…
62,000 miles of impact: What running has taught lifelong educator Dr. Jim Richie
A lifelong runner, Dr. Jim Richie recently celebrated his 62,000th career mile over 50 years of running. The distance is impressive, but it’s Richie’s lasting presence at Marquette that makes all the difference.
2026 COMMENCEMENT SERIES | Finding Home and Serving Communities
Born in California and raised in India, Kahate-Desouza’s life has been filled with adventures spanning different continents. On the verge of graduating and moving onto her next adventure, she reflects on how Marquette and Milwaukee have offered her a special chapter of belonging amid an exciting life on the move.
Faculty honored at Distinguished Scholars Reception
Thirteen faculty members were honored on Thursday, April 16, at the Distinguished Scholars Reception, which recognizes faculty for outstanding achievement in research and scholarship. Lawrence G. Haggerty Faculty Award for Excellence in Research Dr. Julia Azari, professor of political science in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Julia Azari is a nationally recognized scholar of the American…
Detecting the cancer that can lurk after surgeries
Shortly after joining the Marquette University and Medical College of Wisconsin Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering in 2017, Dr. Bing Yu discovered a breakthrough technology to help solve a thorny clinical problem he’d been working on for years. He also found expert Marquette and MCW colleagues to help him harness that technology. In Yu’s sights…
Using coded light pulses in tackling the challenge of restoring function after spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries can be devastating, compromising people’s ability to walk, talk, breathe efficiently and complete daily tasks. Dr. Jordan Williams — assistant professor of biomedical engineering and one of several Marquette faculty members tackling the challenge of restoring lost function — is encouraged that scientists can now stimulate meaningful activity in muscles of individuals…
Igniting change in cancer screening: Alumnus Dr. Efraín Torres’ entrepreneurial journey to servant leadership
Marquette biomedical engineering alumnus Dr. Efraín Torres leads a Y Combinator–backed startup advancing accessible MRI technology to expand cancer screening.
President Ah Yun learns about research on PFAS in biosolids in new Campus Connections video
Dr. Patrick McNamara, professor of civil, construction and environmental engineering, and doctoral student Jessie Calteux welcomed President Kimo Ah Yun to the Binsfeld Water Quality Laboratory to learn about their research.
Brewing recipes for success: Crafting beers and brands in Brew City
A new brewing course unites Marquette students across disciplines, mixing Milwaukee’s heritage with the science of craft beer.
Sound foundations: Dr. Karen Kruger’s innovations in biomedical engineering are helping young patients navigate pediatric foot conditions
As a “hybrid engineer,” professor marries technical rigor with clinical care.