Marquette University Athletics
Staff Directory

Meryl Franke
- Title :
- Program Director for Athletics Specialized Learning Services
- E-Mail:
- Phone:
- 414-288-4861
- Experience :
- 19th Year
- Alma Mater:
- Northern Illinois University
Meryl Franke is in her 19th year at Marquette University, serving as a learning specialist since 2006. In her role, Meryl provides student-athletes with strategies and skills needed to achieve academic success. She also works closely with tutors to facilitate academic support.
Prior to MU, Meryl taught in the Menomonee Falls (Wis.) School District. She earned a Bachelor of Science in education from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Science in education from Cardinal Stritch University.
Meryl resides in Brookfield, Wisconsin with her husband, Wayne. They have two daughters, Beth (Kimmel) and Sara, and three grandchildren, Victoria, Chase, and Isla.
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