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Update on Commencement apparel orders and diplomas

Marquette is asking all graduating students to order their academic apparel now so that they are prepared should the university be able to host its planned Commencement ceremony on Aug. 30. This will also give graduates the opportunity to take photos in their apparel over the summer. The deadline to order academic apparel online is […]

A reflection on COVID-19 by Rev. Jim Voiss, S.J., vice president for Mission and Ministry

It’s been quite a push! These first few weeks since COVID arrived on our doorstep, Marquette — and the rest of the world — has been in high gear. So many decisions in rapid succession: extend spring break, pivot to online courses, send students home, social distancing, sheltering in place, shifting to Teams meetings. Not […]

Athletics summer camp programming canceled

Athletics announced that all youth camp programming scheduled for this summer has been canceled. The health, safety and wellness of camp participants, student athletes, coaches, administrators and staff remains Marquette’s top priority. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, athletics determined it wouldn’t be possible to simultaneously protect participants and conduct normal camp operations. Camp coordinators will be […]

Marquette community reminded to take precautions to prevent spread of COVID-19

All faculty, staff and students are reminded to continue social distancing to slow the spread of coronavirus. Do this by maintaining at least six feet between you and other people. Additionally, remember to: Wash your hands often with soap and water. The CDC recommends washing hands for at least 20 seconds. Cover nose and mouth […]

Team led by nursing professors wins research award

A team led by faculty members from the College of Nursing received the 2020 Julie Lathrop Nursing Research Award for their study Engaging Parents in Education for Discharge (ePed) iPad Application to Improve Parent Discharge Experience. Part of the Julie Lathrop Research Foundation, the prestigious award from Children’s Wisconsin is named after the late Julie […]

Beyond MU webinar: ‘How to Use LinkedIn in the wake of COVID-19’ is April 28

Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “How to Use LinkedIn for Business Growth and Career Development in the Wake of COVID-19″ on Tuesday, April 28, from noon to 1 p.m. CT.   Presented by Wayne Breitbarth, Grad ‘86, LinkedIn trainer/consultant and author of the best-selling book The Power Formula for LinkedIn Success, this webinar will focus on creating a compelling […]

Marquette Core Curriculum Committee nominations due May 1

The Marquette Core Curriculum is seeking faculty nominations for the Core Curriculum Committee. Beginning in fall 2020, there will be two three-year terms available and one one-year term. The committee prefers nominations from colleges other than Arts and Sciences, Communications and Health Sciences.   Nominations to the MCC Committee should be sent to Dr. James Martin, acting director of the MCC, no […]

Beyond MU webinar: ‘COVID-19 and Supply Chain Implications’ is April 29

Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “COVID-19 and Supply Chain Implications: What is Going on and What Should Companies be Doing?” on Wednesday, April 29, from noon to 1 p.m. CT.   Presented by Robert (Bob) Jahncke, Eng ‘78, executive director of global logistics and supply chain operations for Seagate Technology, and Dr. Marko Bastl, associate professor of supply chain […]

Virtual Clinical Mental Health Poster Session is April 29

Students from the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology will present their clinical mental health posters on Wednesday, April 29, from 4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Poster introductions will begin at 4:15 p.m. Attendees can join anytime; all are welcome. Attend this virtual event via Zoom. Break out room links will be available once you […]