During Homecoming week (October 1 – 7), Hunger Task Force, Marquette Dining Services and Sodexo will host a “Stuff the Truck” food drive on Tuesday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Westowne Square. Campus Champions are needed to help spread the word and to encourage participation in their area. Campus Champions can set a […]
Marquette researcher receives NIH grant to study the use of prenatal probiotics
The National Institutes of Health and the National Institute for Child Health and Disease, has awarded $241,845 to Dr. Lisa Hanson, professor and director of the Marquette University College of Nursing Nurse-Midwifery Program. The grant, titled “The efficacy of an oral probiotic to reduce group B streptococcus (GBS) colonization,” is Hanson’s first from the organization. […]
Dr. Brian Schmit inducted into medical and biological engineering elite
Dr. Brian Schmit, associate dean for research, professor of biomedical engineering, co-director of the Stroke Rehabilitation Center and director of the integrative neural engineering and rehabilitation laboratories, was inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows. Dr. Schmit was nominated, reviewed and elected by peers and members of the […]
Engineering students place first at medical imaging conference hackathon
Four students from the Opus College of Engineering placed first for their project, “AI Ready Research Portal,” at the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine Hackathon in National Harbor, Maryland. The project developed a portal to search and anonymize radiology reports and images with the ability to link to pathology and genetics information from patients […]
Marquette biologist receives $900,000 National Science Foundation grant to study cell biology research
Dr. Rosemary A. Stuart, a Marquette University professor of biological sciences, has received a $900,000 National Science Foundation grant for cell biology research, studying the function and regulation of mitochondrial ribosomes. Mitochondria are commonly referred to as the “powerhouse” of the cell because they produce the energy carrying molecule ATP through a process called aerobic […]
Remembering Dr. James Scott
Dr. James H. Scott, former vice president for student affairs who recently passed away at age 90, was old school — in the best possible senses of the term. The firm handshake, the military-short haircut, the “way to go!” cheers at athletic events (where he was always in a suit), the stories about him on […]
Marquette gathering at Milwaukee Irish Fest
Join alumni, parents and friends at a private party on Sunday, Aug. 19, near the Aer Lingus Stage for complimentary refreshments as you enjoy Irish Fest entertainment. Before the gathering, celebrate the Milwaukee Irish Fest Liturgy for Peace and Justice Mass at 9:30 a.m. Liturgy for Peace and Justice Mass at 9:30 a.m. American Family […]
St. Ignatius Day is July 31
Construction update: Wisconsin Avenue
The contractor has finished the concrete walks and driveway pavement on the south side of Wisconsin Avenue and anticipates switching traffic to the newly constructed roadway by the end of this week. Crews will begin pavement removal on the north side of Wisconsin Avenue starting the week of August 6. Stage 2: The north side […]
Letter from MUSG on Wisconsin Supreme Court decision
Dear Marquette, As many of you may know, the Wisconsin Supreme Court recently issued a decision regarding a case brought by Marquette University political science professor, Dr. John McAdams. We understand the complexities of this case and encourage students to inform themselves of all the facts going forward, which can be found on Marquette’s website […]