Last updated Feb. 11, 2025
WHAT TO KNOW
- Be aware that there are no longer any specific protected areas or sensitive locations like schools, hospitals or churches. (The 2021 Guidelines for Enforcement Actions in or Near Protected Areas memo was rescinded.)
- If outside law enforcement comes to campus, it has always been Marquette’s policy to direct non-MUPD officials to MUPD first to verify there is a legitimate, lawful request and then to respond as required under the law.
- If you are in a Marquette building and are approached by an official from an outside law enforcement agency who requests access to university facilities, students or student education records, contact MUPD at 414-288-1911 and ask the non-MUPD law enforcement official to wait until an MUPD officer arrives or direct them to the MUPD office at 749 North 16th St.
- Do not physically block or interfere with their entry/enforcement action. For more information, consult this guidance for interacting with non-MUPD law enforcement agents.
- Regarding federal research grants, the Office of General Counsel, the Office of Public Affairs, the Office of Research and Innovation and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs are monitoring the situation and will continue to provide updates and guidance, as possible.
- Faculty and staff should be aware of their legal obligations to protect student information under the university’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policy. Student education records include any written or recorded information about students, contact information, grades or advising records, medical information, student life or behavior records, etc. More on FERPA.
- Federal privacy laws (absent a health or safety emergency) generally prohibit the release of information from a student’s records to law enforcement officers except pursuant to a valid court order or subpoena, both of which must be lawfully issued, as determined by the Office of General Counsel, or upon the written consent of the student.
- Refrain from making updates to any web pages or other disclosures unless provided guidance to do so by the Office of General Counsel or the Office and Marketing and Communication.
- Faculty, staff and students should not respond on behalf of the university to reporters. Media requests for comment from the university should be directed to the Office of Marketing and Communication.
RESOURCES
Legal resources
- Catholic Charities, a program supported by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, provides legal assistance for immigrants living in the United States.
- The Marquette University Law School provides Legal Resources for the Community, including Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics and Legal Aid Resources.
- The State Bar of Wisconsin offers a Lawyer Referral Service.
- Individuals should learn how to recognize and avoid legal scams, which become more prevalent during periods of change in immigration policy.
- Note that the Office of the General Counsel is not able to offer personal legal advice nor refer individuals to specific lawyers.
Support for students
- Consider donating to the Backpack Program, Marquette’s on-campus food pantry, to support our students facing food insecurity.
- Office of Inclusion and Belonging: Staff are already working with those in our community to provide more individual or group support as well as connect them with resources. Please contact Jacki (Jacqueline) Black.
- Counseling Center: The Counseling Center provides a variety of clinical and consultation services to support the mental health needs of Marquette students. If you are seeking support, schedule a consultation appointment to discuss your support needs, eligibility and treatment options.
- Office on International Education: Consult this team for any questions related to student visas.
- Campus Ministry: For spiritual and pastoral support, connect with Steve Blaha for individual or group support and opportunities for prayer, service, reflection, connection and ongoing spiritual care.
- The Jesuit community: Please contact Rev. Greg O’Meara, S.J.
- Resources for Dreamers website
- LGBTQ+ Resource Center website
- Marquette’s sacred spaces are readily accessible for prayer and/or reflection.
- The newly reimagined Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Center offers spaces where students can relieve their stress and anxiety through physical activity and through mental health and well-being resources in the LOVELLStrong Center for Student Well-being
Support for faculty and staff
- Marquette Employee Assistance Program (LifeMatters): This free, confidential resource is available 24/7 for all employees and members of their households. Contact the EAP service by:
- Calling 1-800-634-6433
- Texting “Hello” to 61295
- Through mylifematters.com (password MU1)
- Faber Center: Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact Dr. Michael Dante and Dr. Danielle Nussberger for support.
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): These groups promote a sense of community and gather people with common experiences or shared interests. These resource groups offer support and opportunities to connect meaningfully with others. Any employee can join any ERG.
- Office of Inclusion and Belonging: Jacki (Jacqueline) Black welcomes outreach from faculty and staff who are interested in learning more about how to support students who may be potentially affected by changes in immigration law enforcement.
