Christmas- and winter-related story ideas from Marquette University
Dec. 14, 2021
MILWAUKEE — As Christmas approaches and winter lingers, several Marquette University faculty experts are available to discuss a variety of related topics to help with your coverage:
- Rev. John Laurance, S.J., associate professor emeritus of theology in the Klingler College of Arts, is available to discuss the history of Advent. The season is celebrated with candy and trinkets in the build-up to Christmas, but do most people know what they are celebrating? Email him at john.laurance@marquette.edu.
- Rev. Ryan Duns, S.J., assistant chair and professor of theology in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, can talk “rethinking Christmas after quarantine” and embracing the human need for community after a year of isolation. Email him at ryan.duns@marquette.edu.
- Dr. Marko Bastl, director for the Center for Supply Chain Management in the College of Business Administration, can discuss how last-minute shopping has shifted this holiday season amid ongoing supply chain issues and elongated shipping times. Email him at marko.bastl@marquette.edu.
- Dr. Sandra Hunter, professor of exercise science in the College of Health Sciences, can discuss how to reduce injuries when shoveling snow or walking on ice. Email her at sandra.hunter@marquette.edu.
- Dr. Chris Stockdale, associate professor of physics in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, is able to discuss the aerodynamics of sledding, including how to maximize speed. Email him at christopher.stockdale@marquette.edu.
Media interested in covering these or other Christmas- and winter-related stories should contact Shelby Williamson in the Office of Marketing and Communication at shelby.williamson@marquette.edu or (262) 441-0516.
About Shelby Williamson
Shelby is a senior communication specialist in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Shelby at (414) 288-6712 or shelby.williamson@marquette.edu
