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Book Marq to undergo remodeling, will remain open; return fall books before Thanksgiving
Beginning on Monday, Nov. 30, the BookMarq’s store will undergo remodeling that’s estimated to last three weeks. The Book Marq intends to remain open during this time and will maintain normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). These times may be subject to change. Students are also encouraged to return fall books before Thanksgiving. Students…
Alpha Sigma Nu to host blood drive, Nov. 12
Alpha Sigma Nu and Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin will host a blood drive on Thursday, Nov. 12, from noon to 6 p.m., in the AMU Henke Lounge. Due to COVID-19, blood donations are in dire need — and you can help. The SARS COV-2 antibody test, aka the COVID-19 antibody test (CAT), will be performed on all blood…
We Are All Marquette: A First-Generation Reflection
In honor of First-generation Student Week, Andrea García shares a reflection about her Marquette experience as a first-gen student and how she went from being an aspiring engineer to realizing her true vocation: to be a bilingual speech language pathologist.
COVID-19 update: Students asked to begin preparing for end of semester
With about three weeks remaining in the fall 2020 semester, students are asked to begin preparing to leave campus for virtual final exams and winter break. Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks to provide guidance on the end of the semester, including any testing, quarantine, and isolation protocols that may be necessary…
‘Pray for our Nation’ in the Chapel of the Holy Family this week, Nov. 2-6
Campus Ministry invites the Marquette community so share their prayers for the nation during this election week, Nov. 2-6, until 5 p.m. each day in the AMU’s Chapel of the Holy Family. Stop by to pray, light a candle and write a prayer on the note cards provided. Leave your prayer in the basket to…
Your vote matters: A letter from Dr. Xavier Cole ahead of Election Day
Dear students, Tomorrow, Nov. 3, is Election Day. For most of you, this could be the first time you are voting. How exciting! For those on the fence about voting, I want to assure you that it does matter. Your voice and your vote are essential to making our democracy work. If you’ve already voted…
Virtual ‘Ideas Fest’ is Nov. 9
The Office of Research and Innovation will host its annual “Ideas Fest” on Monday, Nov. 9, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Students, faculty and staff are invited to share ideas and network with other innovators. For those interested in applying to the Explorer Challenge, Ideas Fest is an excellent opportunity to meet others…
Reminder: Deadline for full-time tenured faculty to apply for tenure buyout is Nov. 16
The Office of the Provost shares the following reminders and important deadlines related to Marquette’s Tenure Buyout Policy. The deadline for qualifying faculty to apply for a tenure buyout is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted electronically to Sally Doyle. The Tenure Buyout Policy…
Office of Research and Innovation to host ‘Telling the Story of Research’ webinar, Nov. 13
The Office of Research and Innovation will host Jonathan Barnhart, director of research at EAB, for a presentation titled “Telling the Story of Research” on Friday, Nov. 13, from noon to 2 p.m. Barnhart will share tactics for communicating the value of university research. The session will explore the following topics: Organizing and training communication terms…