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University institutes new spring 2020 grading policy for Graduate School and Graduate School of Management
Recognizing the extraordinary impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the lives of students, faculty and staff, the following alternative grading plan will be instituted for the Graduate School and Graduate School of Management for spring 2020. This new policy is a result of listening to student feedback, Marquette’s institutional commitment to cura personalis and the…
University urges social distancing over Easter holiday weekend
During Holy Week and into Easter weekend when traditions such as worship services and family gatherings typically take place, Marquette reminds all members of the university community that COVID-19 pandemic social distancing guidelines and state- and city-mandated stay-at-home orders remain in effect. Slowing the spread of the coronavirus depends significantly on all individuals continuing to…
Nursing professor named Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing
Dr. Susan Breakwell, clinical professor and director of the Institute for Palliative and End of Life Care in the College of Nursing, has been named a Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing by the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association. The designation of Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing is bestowed upon HPNA members who have made significant…
Be aware of cyber security threats during video conference calls
Due to COVID-19 and many people now working from home, the Marquette community should be aware of rising cybersecurity threats, particularly when using videoconferencing applications (i.e. Microsoft Teams, Zoom). Please note that IT Services and the Center for Cyber Security Awareness and Cyber Defense encourage all students, faculty and staff to use Microsoft Teams, which is…
Blood donors needed amid COVID-19; Blood Drive to take place on campus, April 16
Due to COVID-19, there is currently a greater need for blood donors. To continue to maintain an adequate blood supply, the university has partnered with Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin to host blood drive on Marquette’s campus next Thursday, April 16, from noon to 5 p.m. in the AMU (Marquette Place). Donors can be assured…
Virtual coffee with Dr. Xavier Cole is April 13, 30
Dr. Xavier Cole, vice president of student affairs, will host a virtual coffee meeting via Microsoft Teams on the following dates: Monday, April 13, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. (RSVP by April 10) Thursday, April 30, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (RSVP by April 28) All are welcome to join this discussion. RSVP to Kimberly VanBeek, executive assistant…
Training and development resources for employees during COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the university is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. As many employees find themselves currently working from home, the Marquette community must be creative, flexible and empathetic to each other’s concerns during this difficult time. Employees are encouraged to make sure they’re taking…
Update on residence hall move-out process for students
Dear students, Please share with your parents or guardians. We are writing to provide an update on the residence hall move-out process. After early move-out is concluded on April 5, we will have nearly 2,400 students completely moved out of the residence halls, allowing us to reduce the number of staff needed on campus and…
All Summer Studies undergraduate courses to take place online
Marquette’s robust Summer Studies program, which features a broad array of course options, will continue this summer. However, due to COVID-19, all 2020 Summer Studies undergraduate courses will be offered online to ensure that students can continue their studies from the safety of their homes. Students currently registered for on campus summer classes will be contacted…
DNC rescheduled to week of Aug. 17, Marquette reviewing commitments for that week
Earlier today, the Democratic National Convention announced that it has rescheduled from mid-July to the week of Aug. 17 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Marquette’s Convention Steering Committee is currently reviewing its previously scheduled residence hall and event space commitments for the week of Aug. 17 to see whether the university can accommodate convention guests…