Marquette University experts, stories available for Super Bowl LIX coverage
Feb. 5, 2025
MILWAUKEE — With Super Bowl LIX happening Feb. 9, several members of the Marquette University faculty are offering expert commentary on different game-related topics.
Whether it’s the cultural phenomenon of the Super Bowl or the economic impact of hosting the game in New Orleans, Marquette faculty have you covered.
- Sports marketing: What commercials will be the most talked about Super Bowl Sunday? Are they effective? Does a Super Bowl win translate into endorsements for members of the winning team?
- Super Bowl in pop culture: One of the most watched programs on television, countless people will tune in to the Super Bowl who normally don’t watch a single other football game. Dr. James South, professor of philosophy and pop culture expert, can explore some of the social and cultural factors that draw people into the game. He is available for radio and print outlets and can be reached at james.south@marquette.edu.
- Economic impact: Dr. Walter Melnik, assistant professor of economics, can discuss the economic impact hosting the Super Bowl can have on cities like New Orleans. Email him at walter.melnik@marquette.edu.
- Sports law: Matt Mitten, executive director of the National Sports Law Institute, is available for sports law questions surrounding trademarks, professional sports, football and the Super Bowl. Email him at matt.mitten@marquette.edu.
- Player injuries: Keith Owsley and Chris Geiser, clinical assistant professors of athletic training in the College of Health Sciences, can discuss injuries to key players and their likelihood to rebound for the Super Bowl. Email them at keith.owsley@marquette.edu and christopher.geiser@marquette.edu.
Additional facts and resources
- Two Marquette alumni have won Super Bowl rings, while another played in the big game:
- Karl Kassulke, who began his collegiate career at Marquette, was a member of the Minnesota Vikings’ Super Bowl IV team.
- George Andrie (pictured above) was a member of Dallas Cowboys team which won Super Bowl VI and also played in Super Bowl V.
- Joe Bleymaier, pass game coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs, is a Marquette Law School graduate. Bleymaier has been on staff with the Chiefs for each of their last three Super Bowl wins.
- Bruce Boyden, associate professor of law, wrote a Marquette Law School Faculty Blog post in 2014 on the legality of Super Bowl watch parties and whether businesses or organizations must purchase licensing to host watch parties.
About Marquette University
Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university located near the heart of downtown Milwaukee that offers a comprehensive range of majors in 11 nationally and internationally recognized colleges and schools. Through the formation of hearts and minds, Marquette prepares our 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional students to lead, excel and serve as agents of positive change. And, we deliver results. Ranked in the top 20% of national universities, Marquette is recognized for its undergraduate teaching, innovation and career preparation as the sixth-best university in the country for job placement. Our focus on student success and immersive, personalized learning experiences encourages students to think critically and engage with the world around them. When students graduate with a Marquette degree, they are truly prepared and called to Be The Difference.
About Kevin Conway
Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or kevin.m.conway@marquette.edu.
