UWM Chancellor named MU President

[madtownwarrior]

you trolling or real?

news conference at 2:30

[MU_Hoop]

In case anyone wants to read what Lovell wrote to UWM  -

Dear UWM Campus Community,
It is with mixed emotions that I would like to inform you that later today I will be introduced as the first lay President of Marquette University, effective August 1, 2014.  
My decision to step down as Chancellor of UW-Milwaukee has been the most difficult one of my professional career.  I know that many of you will be surprised by my decision.  Those closest to me, however, know how important my Catholic faith is in my life, and having the ability to integrate my religious life with my professional life is something that I always wanted to do in my career.
When I accepted the full-time position of Chancellor in 2011, I never anticipated leaving UWM for a position at another university in Wisconsin.  Several months ago, when I was approached by Marquette about its presidency,  I declined because I could not imagine leaving UWM at that time.  But in recent weeks, as several people asked me to keep an open mind, I began to hear a calling to serve at an institution where I could more openly share my Catholic faith.
My decision has been extremely difficult because of my love for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and my tremendous respect for the faculty, staff and students of our campus.  I believe in the core mission of UWM.  Over the past six years, I have had the privilege to serve a great university whose reputation continues to grow both nationally and internationally.  I have publicly stated and firmly believe that UWM has the most innovative and entrepreneurial faculty and staff that I have ever encountered.  Great things are being accomplished at every corner of our campus with minimal resources, and that is a tribute to the strong commitment of our faculty and staff to serve our students and the people of the state of Wisconsin.  Because of the dedication and hard work of our faculty and staff, I could not be prouder to lead UWM, and this is what has made my decision so difficult.
I want you to know that I will continue to serve the university and strongly advocate for more resources for our campus until my term ends this summer.  With the support of UW System President Ray Cross, I will remain at UWM until the end of July so that I can help the campus complete work on several projects that are critical to our future.   Along with finishing the academic plan, strategic plan and new budget model, I will complete my work on the UW System's Budget Allocation Model Working Group and further the efforts of the UWM Strategic Enrollment Management Council.
In closing, I would like to thank everyone at  UWM for your efforts to make this a great university.  I have been proud to serve as your leader for the last three and a half years, and I am confident that UWM will continue to make significant strides to become a top-tier research university that is a great place to learn and work.  I will continue to promote UWM and spread the word about the great things being accomplished by our campus even after I am no longer Chancellor.  I will also work hard to strengthen and build partnerships between UWM and Marquette, as I believe that by working together, Milwaukee's two largest four-year academic institutions will help address many of Milwaukee's problems, drive growth within the region and increase the prestige of both universities.
Sincerely,
Michael R. Lovell
Chancellor

[Logi4three]

Marquette's social media game is strong.

Very strong.  The hire has potential to be a great hire.  I like the idea of building the across town relationship and think both institutions could benefit if they play off each others strengths and weaknesses.  I know neither will have a say in what the other does, but there certainly will be benefits to a stronger relationship between the two for the community as a whole.  Eng. Dean Bob Bishop and the University have done a great job with the Eng. School and this hire should help the program continue to move in a positive direction.  

[StillAWarrior]

In case anyone wants to read what Lovell wrote to UWM...

Or, you know, they could just read it on page five of this thread...

[MU_Hoop]

Or, you know, they could just read it on page five of this thread...

Sorry about that.  Missed it.

[Windyplayer]

news conference at 2:30

Source (shutter)?

[MUSF]

Also, I'm sorry, but call it my MU snootiness, but I thumb my nose at UWM. I know a lot of people that went there and that place from an academic standpoint....I don't have a ton of respect for. That's me and my perception, and perception is reality.

Okay, but don't get upset when you hear similar sentiments from UW people towards MU. After all, perception is reality.

[StillAWarrior]

Sorry about that.  Missed it.

No worries.  It happens.  All the time.

[MUfan12]

JS says the news conference at 2:30 is to introduce Lovell.

[Tugg Speedman]

I love the way people think that talent can't be down the street and has to come from far away.

Diamond Stone sucks for the same reason

[chapman]

JS says the news conference at 2:30 is to introduce Lovell.

Anyone know if it's true that this time slot has been "booked" for a few days, like we heard earlier?  Just wondering if the plan to push up the announcement of Lovell was made many days ago (proactive for the coaching search), or came about in the past 48 hours (reactive to the coaching search/critique seen by national press).

No worries.  It happens.  All the time.

You referring to the four threads on the first page about Masiello?  

[mujivitz06]

Who runs the university's twitter accounts? 

Tim Cigelske is in charge of all of it. He is extremely talented and we are lucky to have him. He alone has had more impact on growing our brand than most. He is becoming somewhat of a social media marketing legend. Here's an article.

http://socialmediaforcolleges.com/blog/2013/7/29/page-manager-qa-tim-cigelske-marquette-university

[The Love House]

JS says the news conference at 2:30 is for Lovell to introduce Lovell Shaka Smart.

Wishful thinking, I know...

[Windyplayer]

Tim Cigelske is in charge of all of it. He is extremely talented and we are lucky to have him. He alone has had more impact on growing our brand than most. He is becoming somewhat of a social media marketing legend. Here's an article.

http://socialmediaforcolleges.com/blog/2013/7/29/page-manager-qa-tim-cigelske-marquette-university

He was my RA at OD my freshman year at MU. Really smart, nice guy. I knew he was in the journalism program--glad to hear he's making an impact at his alma mater.

[314warrior]

The quick announcement forced by Brent's departure and the head hunt from UWM both don't sit great with me.  However, with publications like this on his CV:

The Response of Balls Undergoing Oscillatory Motion: Crossing From Boundary to Mixed Lubrication Regimes

I think he's a keeper.  But seriously, as an eng grad I'm happy to see an engineer with ME and BioE experience in as President.  The law school is probably a big cash cow.  Does the snub mean the law school dean will move on soon?

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

The quick announcement forced by Brent's departure and the head hunt from UWM both don't sit great with me.  However, iith publications like this on his CV:

The Response of Balls Undergoing Oscillatory Motion: Crossing From Boundary to Mixed Lubrication Regimes

I think he's a keeper.  But seriously, as an eng grad I'm happy to see an engineer with ME and BioE experience in as President.  The law school is probably a big cash cow.  Does the snub mean the law school dean will move on soon?

Not necessarily. There was a poster the other day saying that he wasnt even sure if MU could pry Kearney away from the law school. I kinda scoffed at the notion but there may be some validity to that afterall.

[mujivitz06]

He was my RA at OD my freshman year at MU. Really smart, nice guy. I knew he was in the journalism program--glad to hear he's making an impact at his alma mater.

We probably lived there the same time. I didn't live on his wing but he was on staff when I was there. Just one of the coolest smartest guys you will come across.

[We R Final Four]

The quick announcement forced by Brent's departure and the head hunt from UWM both don't sit great with me.  However, iith publications like this on his CV:

The Response of Balls Undergoing Oscillatory Motion: Crossing From Boundary to Mixed Lubrication Regimes

I think he's a keeper.  But seriously, as an eng grad I'm happy to see an engineer with ME and BioE experience in as President.  The law school is probably a big cash cow.  Does the snub mean the law school dean will move on soon?

What does CV stand for????????

[Windyplayer]

The law school is probably a big cash cow.

Yes, as is the case with every other Tier I law school. Those days are coming to an end though. Tuition is completely out of whack with market demand and several law schools have already started reducing tuition for incoming classes.  Not to mention the feds are up to their ears in student loan financing and will turn to law schools to wonder why the F they're charging so much still...but I digress.

[MUMonster03]

After Monday I wasn't believing anything until it was official but now MU has is up on the site.

https://news.marquette.edu/featured/dr-michael-r-lovell-elected-first-lay-president-of-marquette-university/

[JakeBarnes]

Not necessarily. There was a poster the other day saying that he wasnt even sure if MU could pry Kearney away from the law school. I kinda scoffed at the notion but there may be some validity to that afterall.

I think it would be hard to pry him away too. I doubt he would go anywhere. He loves the law school. He loves being there. He has had chances to move on and has not. I'm kinda glad he's staying there...Big for the law school, for certain.

[MUfan12]

The Response of Balls Undergoing Oscillatory Motion: Crossing From Boundary to Mixed Lubrication Regimes

The lesbian dean got canned for less.

[klyrish]

After Monday I wasn't believing anything until it was official but now MU has is up on the site.

https://news.marquette.edu/featured/dr-michael-r-lovell-elected-first-lay-president-of-marquette-university/

Yeah, I just got the official email, too.

[chapman]

After Monday I wasn't believing anything until it was official but now MU has is up on the site.

https://news.marquette.edu/featured/dr-michael-r-lovell-elected-first-lay-president-of-marquette-university/

Unanimously, eh?  Given our BoT is ridiculously large and came up with the Gold, I'm almost surprised someone didn't get confused and vote No.

[Niv Berkowitz]

Okay, but don't get upset when you hear similar sentiments from UW people towards MU. After all, perception is reality.

Oh I just roll the eyes.

UWM < MU < UW-Madison from a red-headed-step-child-syndrome standpoint in this state. Much like Mich State < University of Michigan.


Also FYI - just talked to UWM student/friend of mine - "Yeah, that guy's bright and really smart, but is sooooo socially awkward. A typical engineer. Choked away our graduation speech last year. Just not a good public speaker or person to interact with."

I know it's one guy but....ladies and gentlemen...our new MU President in charge of getting donations!!!!