Marquette University President Dr. Michael Lovell died Sunday in Rome. Lovell was diagnosed with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer in 2021. In a statement from the university, a university spokesperson said Lovell and his wife were in Rome with members of the Society of Jesus and the Board of Trustees on a Jesuit formation pilgrimage when he fell ill and was taken to a hospital there. According to Marquette University’s website, Lovell helped create the Near West Side Partners, a nonprofit focused on strengthening economic development, housing, neighborhood identity and safety. He also co-founded Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee (SWIM) with his wife, an organization dedicated to addressing the impacts of generational trauma.Lovell joined Marquette 10 years ago. (Watch below: Lovell announced as Marquette president) Lovell served on multiple local boards and national higher ed consortiums. Before Marquette, Lovell was chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee.”I am greatly saddened by the passing of President Lovell. My sympathy goes out to his family, to the Marquette community, and to everyone in Milwaukee whose lives were touched by this great man,” Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said in a statement. Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski said on X, “Our prayers are with President Lovell, his family, friends, and @MarquetteU community on this sad day.”Governor Tony Evers said on X, “I had great respect for Mike. He cared deeply about Milwaukee and the students and faculty he led, and I was always uplifted by his positive and professional manner. Truly a loss. Kathy and I are sending our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and campus community.”The Milwaukee Bucks also said in a release, “Michael Lovell was a dedicated leader and educator who cared deeply about Marquette, its students and our city and his passing is a terrible loss for all of us. An important voice in support of Fiserv Forum being built, President Lovell stood firmly for progress and innovation, and we will always be grateful for his long-time friendship with the Bucks. Our deep condolences to his family, friends, the Marquette community, and all who knew him. His extraordinary impact will be remembered forever.”UW-Milwaukee chancellor Mark Mone wrote, “I’m deeply saddened to share the news that Marquette University President and former UWM Chancellor Michael Lovell has passed. Mike’s impact on UWM, Marquette and the greater Milwaukee community was immense, and so is the grief we all feel upon learning of his loss. We will forever admire his dedication to improving lives through education and the selflessness with which he served so many.” You can read Chancellor Mone’s entire statement here.MSOE president Dr. John Y. Walz said, “On behalf of Milwaukee School of Engineering, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Marquette University community on the passing of their beloved president, Dr. Michael Lovell, as well as to Dr. Lovell’s wife, children, extended family and friends. Dr. Lovell was a visionary leader whose dedication to academic excellence and community service left an indelible mark not only at Marquette but on higher education overall. I have profound respect for Dr. Lovell and his unwavering commitment to enhancing the educational experience, promoting research and collaboration, and strengthening ties with the broader community. He welcomed me to Milwaukee when I arrived to become president of MSOE, and I was honored to have him not only attend my inauguration but develop a lasting friendship. As engineers leading universities, we were kindred spirits. Dr. Lovell’s legacy will continue to influence and guide Marquette University for years to come.”Former NBA and Marquette basketball player Travis Diener wrote on X, “RIP to an incredible man. Dr Lovell embodied everything that you would want in a leader- tough, humble, passionate, and energetic. His spirit will live on forever.”Former Marquette women’s basketball coach, Megan also wrote on X, “Heart broken. An incredible man and leader. Gone too soon. Thank you for everything, Dr. Lovell. No one stronger. #lovellstrong”Former Marquette basketball player and current head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, Doc Rivers said, “I’m saddened by the news of the passing of our beloved President Michael Lovell. He was a gentle giant. Dr. Lovell loved Marquette, and we loved him right back. He cared deeply about our students educationally. More importantly, he cared about their growth as people and future leaders in our community. My deepest condolences to his family. Thank you for sharing him with us. We are Marquette.”
Marquette University President Dr. Michael Lovell died Sunday in Rome.
Lovell was diagnosed with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer in 2021.
In a statement from the university, a university spokesperson said Lovell and his wife were in Rome with members of the Society of Jesus and the Board of Trustees on a Jesuit formation pilgrimage when he fell ill and was taken to a hospital there.
According to Marquette University’s website, Lovell helped create the Near West Side Partners, a nonprofit focused on strengthening economic development, housing, neighborhood identity and safety. He also co-founded Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee (SWIM) with his wife, an organization dedicated to addressing the impacts of generational trauma.
Lovell joined Marquette 10 years ago. (Watch below: Lovell announced as Marquette president)
Lovell served on multiple local boards and national higher ed consortiums.
Before Marquette, Lovell was chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee.
“I am greatly saddened by the passing of President Lovell. My sympathy goes out to his family, to the Marquette community, and to everyone in Milwaukee whose lives were touched by this great man,” Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said in a statement.
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski said on X, “Our prayers are with President Lovell, his family, friends, and @MarquetteU community on this sad day.”
Governor Tony Evers said on X, “I had great respect for Mike. He cared deeply about Milwaukee and the students and faculty he led, and I was always uplifted by his positive and professional manner. Truly a loss. Kathy and I are sending our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and campus community.”
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The Milwaukee Bucks also said in a release, “Michael Lovell was a dedicated leader and educator who cared deeply about Marquette, its students and our city and his passing is a terrible loss for all of us. An important voice in support of Fiserv Forum being built, President Lovell stood firmly for progress and innovation, and we will always be grateful for his long-time friendship with the Bucks. Our deep condolences to his family, friends, the Marquette community, and all who knew him. His extraordinary impact will be remembered forever.”
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UW-Milwaukee chancellor Mark Mone wrote, “I’m deeply saddened to share the news that Marquette University President and former UWM Chancellor Michael Lovell has passed. Mike’s impact on UWM, Marquette and the greater Milwaukee community was immense, and so is the grief we all feel upon learning of his loss. We will forever admire his dedication to improving lives through education and the selflessness with which he served so many.” You can read Chancellor Mone’s entire statement here.
MSOE president Dr. John Y. Walz said, “On behalf of Milwaukee School of Engineering, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Marquette University community on the passing of their beloved president, Dr. Michael Lovell, as well as to Dr. Lovell’s wife, children, extended family and friends. Dr. Lovell was a visionary leader whose dedication to academic excellence and community service left an indelible mark not only at Marquette but on higher education overall. I have profound respect for Dr. Lovell and his unwavering commitment to enhancing the educational experience, promoting research and collaboration, and strengthening ties with the broader community. He welcomed me to Milwaukee when I arrived to become president of MSOE, and I was honored to have him not only attend my inauguration but develop a lasting friendship. As engineers leading universities, we were kindred spirits. Dr. Lovell’s legacy will continue to influence and guide Marquette University for years to come.”
Former NBA and Marquette basketball player Travis Diener wrote on X, “RIP to an incredible man. Dr Lovell embodied everything that you would want in a leader- tough, humble, passionate, and energetic. His spirit will live on forever.”
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Former Marquette women’s basketball coach, Megan also wrote on X, “Heart broken. An incredible man and leader. Gone too soon. Thank you for everything, Dr. Lovell. No one stronger. #lovellstrong”
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Former Marquette basketball player and current head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, Doc Rivers said, “I’m saddened by the news of the passing of our beloved President Michael Lovell. He was a gentle giant. Dr. Lovell loved Marquette, and we loved him right back. He cared deeply about our students educationally. More importantly, he cared about their growth as people and future leaders in our community. My deepest condolences to his family. Thank you for sharing him with us. We are Marquette.”
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