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Willem Hummel

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter

Willem Hummel, junior is a Staff Reporter for the Marquette Messenger. This is his second semester on staff, he has been involved in Cross Country and Track for two seasons, and swimming on the side. Willem has also been playing trombone for Marquette in both Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Jazz U.

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Seniors ride down Clarkson Road on the annual Tour de Clarkson, celebrating senior year. With a police escort, about 50 students rode bikes, golf carts and mowers to school.

Tour de Clarkson Rides Again

Willem Hummel and Aubrey Lacavich
May 17, 2023
Markeese Hunt accepts his medal at the Celebration of Excellence that honors seniors. That night Hunt learned he is the recipient of the Carl Hudson Memorial Scholarship.

Scholarship Continues to Honor Former Principal

Aiden Burkhardt and Willem Hummel
May 10, 2023
A recent report by the CDC details that nearly 42% of high school students have experienced persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness, indicating a 14% increase in the past decade. 

Youth experience increased mental health struggles, CDC reports

Willem Hummel and Akhila Swarna
May 1, 2023
A display in the library features student projects and different books about themes included in Brain Awareness Week, like neuroscience and mental health.

Brain Awareness Week Features Student Projects

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
March 28, 2023
The crowd roared and chanted as the drum core sounded with the first St. Louis City SC’s goal scored during the very first home game on Saturday.

Saint Louis City SC Home Game Success

Willem Hummel and Jack Cason
March 7, 2023
Since the spy balloon was spotted in February, UFO sightings have dramatically increased by both the navy, and the public.

‘To Not Believe in Aliens is Ignorant’

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2023
Students in the Black Literature class complete an assignment about a book written by a Black author. This class is similar to the AP African American Studies class now offered by College Board.

RSD waits on AP African American Studies

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2023
Coach Meyer helps Matthew Andrews work on his throw. John Meyer, baseball coach, was inducted into the MSHSBCA Hall of Fame last Saturday in Jefferson City at the State Coaches convention.

Coach Earns Hall of Fame Status

Willem Hummel and Jack Cason
February 1, 2023
Missouri districts, students and staff have had to adapt to finals being pushed after winter break because of legislation that dictates when schools start for the year.

School Districts Struggle to Adapt to Post-Break Finals

Willem Hummel , Staff Reporter
January 19, 2023

New Art Class Intrigues Students

Willem Hummel and Aubrey Lacavich
December 9, 2022
Donovan Fitzmaurice, sophomore, attempts a spin move to pressure CBC’s quarterback during a game on Nov. 12. Fitzmaurice was a defensive tackle for the varsity football team and during the game on Friday, Oct. 21, Fitzmaurice sustained a concussion.

In-Depth: Benched By The Brain

Jacob Robinson and Willem Hummel
December 7, 2022
Amy Sturges, freshman principal, speaks to the Freshmen Class during an MCrew meeting on September 28th.

Home Court Advantage: MHS Teachers Fill Principal Positions

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
October 28, 2022
Families enjoy the beaches in Fort Myers prior to Hurricane Ian. The hurricane caused damage throughout Southwest Florida, including areas like Fort Myers.

Hurricane Ian Affects the Marquette Community

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
October 6, 2022
Symphonic Band practices during sixth hour. Some students in the class are involved in Marching Band and will be assisting during the craft fair on Saturday.

Craft Fair Raises Funds For Marching Band

Aiden Burkhardt and Willem Hummel
September 29, 2022
The Student Loan Plan announced by the Biden Administration gives $20K in Pell Grants and $10K in debt cancellation to individual income under $125K and household income less than $250K.

Student Debt Relief Plan Affects Marquette Grads, Staff

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
September 21, 2022
The schedule for the day of the pep rally is as pictured above.

Students Bring Back Annual Pep Rally

Willem Hummel and Aiden Burkhardt
September 15, 2022
Karina and Marina Solomakhina and family members attend a kids camp in Ukraine.

The Cruelties of War Affect People at Home

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2022
Students are intrigued by Elon Musks activity on twitter and his plan to buy the platform.

Students React to Elon Musk Twitter Takeover

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
May 23, 2022
Students stand in line as they get their free lunch counted.

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Kevin Koch, AP Environmental Science teachers solar array on his house.

Solar Energy Becomes Exceedingly Popular in Local Buildings and Schools

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2022
Meg Davis checks out Reese Foremen and Nia Ovcharovas lunches to them.

MHS to Return to Paid Lunches Next School Year

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2022
Bill Branson, RSD maintenance and grounds coordinator, said air filtration and ventilation could always be better, but it just would not be realistic financially for much more improvement to what RSD already has in place because as a higher percentage of fresh air is introduced into the school, the more energy it takes to heat or cool the air.

Clean Air Challenge Comes at a Price

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
April 29, 2022
A sunflower is the National flower of Ukraine and a symbol of resistance against Russian forces.

Families Feel Effects of Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Willem Hummel and Arpitha Sistla
April 10, 2022
The Easter M&M bag is good for arts and crafts, but not much else.

Review: Easter Honey Graham M&M

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2022
Jim Kremer substitutes a class for Dan Whiting in room 345.

Substitute Pay Begins Increasing Due to a Statewide Substitute Shortage

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2022
Haley Myers, (middle right) Class of 2019, attended South Tech and now studies in a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, a medical field that deals with ultrasounds.

Apprenticeship and Career Pathways Showcase Begins

Willem Hummel, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2022
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