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Explorer Challenge begins Oct. 22
The Explorer Challenge invites Marquette students, faculty and staff to submit proposals for up to $25,000 in seed money for innovative projects that make an impact and advance Beyond Boundaries, Marquette’s strategic plan. The 2019-20 Explorer Challenge focused on projects that incorporated inclusive practices. Three innovative and inclusive projects were selected to receive funding: The Latinx Research…
Beyond MU’s next ‘Faith-sharing Friday’ webinar is Nov. 6
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host the next “Faith-sharing Fridays” webinar on Friday, Nov. 6, from noon to 1 p.m. Presented by Dr. Heidi Bostic, dean of the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, and moderated by Dr. Kathy Coffey-Guenther, associate vice president of Mission and Ministry, the discussion will focus on varying faith journeys, beliefs and the people we…
Students encouraged to participate in Science Coalition’s video challenge; deadline is Oct. 26
The Science Coalition, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of more than 50 of the nation’s leading public and private research universities, is hosting a video challenge in which students are encouraged to create videos highlighting the importance of scientific research. Graduate and undergraduate students can submit a 60 to 90-second video. Submissions will be accepted through…
Dean of the College of Education Bill Henk to retire
Dr. William (Bill) Henk, dean of the College of Education, will retire at the end of this semester after 16 years of service to Marquette University. As a dean, Henk has successfully led efforts for national and state accreditation, the designation of his academic unit as the College of Education, the creation of a new…
Academic Budget / Program Planning Workgroups overview will be Oct. 15; register now
The University Academic Senate and the Office of the Provost will host an Academic Budget / Program Planning Workgroups overview for the campus community on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams Live. Register via Eventbrite by Wednesday, Oct. 14. A link to join the virtual event will be sent…
Two journalists from The Washington Post to present Burleigh Lecture, Oct. 15
The Diederich College of Communication and the O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism will host its annual Burleigh Media Ethics Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 4 p.m. The event will take place virtually. Sari Horwitz and Scott Higham, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporters for The Washington Post, will present “Pulling Back the Curtain: The Hidden Story of a Nation’s Opioid…
Beyond MU book discussion ‘Falling Upward: A Spirituality for Two Halves of Life’ is Oct. 27
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a virtual discussion of Falling Upward: A Spirituality for Two Halves of Life on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Presented by Dr. Kathy Coffey-Guenther, senior mission and Ignatian leadership specialist, participants will explore the transition in a spiritual journey between the first and second half of life. The book…
Campus Ministry to pray the rosary throughout October, Marquette community invited to attend virtually and in-person
In honor of October, the month of the rosary, Campus Ministry will pray the rosary with the Marquette community, both virtually and with a few in-person options, throughout the month. All prayers will be streamed on Instagram live via @mucampusmin. Three prayers will take place in-person at the Marian Grotto (behind Joan of Arc chapel). For…
Virtual Health Professions Career Fair is Oct. 21
The virtual Health Professions Career Fair will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Students are encouraged to attend this virtual career fair to meet with employers from across the country. Employers are looking to meet with soon-to-be graduates of Marquette’s many health sciences programs, including: Physical therapy Nursing Physician’s assistant Clinical lab sciences Speech…
Food donations needed to support students; donate to ‘Backpack Breakfast Club’ Food Drive, Oct. 5-9
Organized by a team of Raynor Memorial Library volunteers, the “Backpack Breakfast Club Food Drive” is seeking donations of breakfast foods or cash donations to benefit Marquette’s Backpack Program, which provides food to students experiencing food shortage. The drive runs from Monday, Oct. 5, to Friday, Oct. 9. Where and how to donate: Food donations of nonperishable breakfast…