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Marquette receives $2 million gift from Helfaer Foundation to continue fundraising momentum for reimagined Wellness + Recreation facility
Marquette University President Michael R. Lovell announced today that the Evan and Marion Helfaer Foundation has committed a $2 million gift to continue fundraising momentum for a reimagined Wellness + Recreation facility on campus. Nearly 50 years ago, the Helfaer Foundation gave $2 million to build the existing Helfaer Tennis Stadium and Recreation Center, dramatically…
Photo gallery: Christmas tree lighting ceremony
The Marquette community celebrated Christmas outside St. Joan of Arc Chapel on Tuesday, Dec. 6, with carols by the Marquette band and choir and the blessing of the university Christmas tree, an annual campus Advent tradition. President Michael R. Lovell shared a few words, including a countdown to the lighting of the Christmas tree. Hot…
Your help needed for the 2022 Holiday Giving Tree
The University Staff Senate and Center for Teaching and Learning encourage the campus community to participate in this year’s Holiday Giving Tree, which provides gifts for those who might otherwise not receive anything for Christmas. Please make the holidays brighter for area kids and adults by selecting a tag and fulfilling a wish by purchasing…
Study Tables available in Center for Engagement and Inclusion Dec. 8
The Center for Engagement and Inclusion in collaboration with the Sigma Lambda Betas will be hosting Study Tables on Thursday, Dec. 8, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Center for Engagement and Inclusion in AMU 111. Come to the CEI to study with the Betas and get prepared for finals.
Faculty activities database refresh coming in 2023
The faculty activity tracking database, commonly referred to as the FAD, is getting a significant refresh in spring 2023. This update is necessary to ensure Marquette remains current with vendor updates. A task force of more than a dozen faculty and staff, with representation across all colleges and schools, is now reviewing all database…
Red Cross Club blood drive at AMU, Dec. 9
The Red Cross Club is hosting a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in AMU 227. A $10 Amazon gift card will be given to those who donate. Register to donate online.
Second Week of Advent reflection from Rev. Jim Voiss, S.J.
In the second week of Advent, the prophet Isaiah proclaims to a people in distress a vision of hope! Assyrian success at empire building provoked resistance. Isaiah, preaching in the environs of Judea, counseled the leaders not to forge alliances with other nations against Assyria, but to place their trust in God. Though people all…
Construction to begin on Wellness + Recreation facility; Rec Center to close Dec. 16
Marquette will move forward later this month with the planned renovation and construction of a fully reimagined, comprehensive Wellness + Recreation facility.
Marquette receives two grants to expand Education Preparedness Program supporting those impacted by incarceration to succeed in higher education
The Center for Urban Research, Teaching, and Outreach (CURTO) at Marquette has received two grants for the Education Preparedness Program (EPP), which supports Marquette classes that bring together full-time degree-seeking and criminal legal system-impacted students, including $750,000 from the U.S. Department of Education. The EPP also received an award from the Wheaton Franciscan Sisters Ministry…
Take part in Versiti mini-blood drive and get free pizza, Dec. 8
Versiti Blood Center will host a mini-blood drive as part of Marquette’s ongoing blood drive competition with Butler University on Thursday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Versiti building (638 North 18th St.). Successful donations earn Marquette points in the competition, and everyone who signs in will receive free pizza and refreshments. …