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Todos Somos Marquette: ‘El poder a través del baile virtual’, la organización estudiantil de bailes latinos se adapta durante el distanciamiento social
Por Saúl López, asistente de posgrado en la Oficina de Diversidad e Inclusión Institucional Los estudiantes Abigail Favela, Sergio Cano y Kaela Gutiérrez nunca se imaginaron que tendrían que llegar a los miembros de “Paso a Paso”, su organización de bailes latinos, a través de teléfonos inteligentes. Sin embargo, en esta época sin precedentes, estos…
A message from the president and provost
Dear Marquette community, This week, two students engaged in racist behavior on social media — behavior that Marquette University will simply not tolerate. Their words are hurtful to our community and do not represent what we are called to be as a Catholic, Jesuit institution — a nurturing, inclusive community where all people feel safe,…
Office of Economic Engagement partners with Beyond MU and IWL to host ‘Community Engagement Conversations: Part 2’ on March 4; event will focus on health equity
The Office of Economic Engagement will partner with the Alumni Association through their lifelong learning platform, Beyond MU, and the Institute of Women’s Leadership for the second of two “Community Engagement Conversations” focusing on issues of racial equity, the social determinants of health and COVID-19. This event is titled “Pursuing Justice in Public Health and…
COVID-19 vaccination update: All currently eligible Marquette community members have been offered the vaccine, either on campus or from another source
The Marquette University Medical Clinic has administered a limited supply of vaccines on campus to people in specific eligible populations as defined by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the City of Milwaukee Health Department. All currently eligible Marquette community members have been offered the vaccine, either on campus or from another source. IMPORTANT: The…
A massive help
Back in June, a group of volunteers made up of Marquette faculty, alumni and students joined forces with the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York and other volunteers to brainstorm ways to help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. When the prospect of a COVID-19 vaccination came to the forefront, the team, with expertise…
2021 Community Campaign begins this week
The 2021 Community Campaign begins this week and runs through mid-March, aligning with Give Marquette Day on Tuesday, March 2. This will allow faculty and staff to participate in both traditions, supporting Marquette students and the greater Milwaukee community. The Community Campaign gives faculty and staff the opportunity to join together in support of Marquette, the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) and United Way…
Registration now open for Faber Center spring programs
The Faber Center will offer the following events for faculty and staff: Retreat for Busy People Monday, Feb. 15, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lenten Journey: Praying with Scripture Mondays, Feb 15 through March 29, from noon to 1 p.m. Praying with Our Senses Tuesdays, Feb. 16 through March 16, from noon to 1 p.m. Visit the Faber Center Calendar of Events to register.
‘Touchstones: Stories of Hope and Inspiration’ is Feb. 19
The Faber Center will host “Touchstones: Stories of Hope and Inspiration” on Friday, Feb. 19, from noon to 12:30 p.m. Faculty and staff are invited to join Dr. Heather Hathaway, professor of English and Africana studies, as she shares highlights of her spiritual journey. Register online. A link to join will be sent to all registrants. Visit the Faber Center web page for a…
Virtual Soup with Substance: ‘Who Are We?’ is Feb. 17
Campus Ministry will host the next “Soup with Substance” on Wednesday, Feb. 17, at noon via Microsoft Teams. Focusing on the topic of Black Catholic women, Shawnee Daniels Sykes, associate professor at Mount Mary University, will discuss and reflect on racial divisions, fear and hostilities. Register online to receive the link to join. With questions, contact Amanda Harris, Soup with…
2021 Nieman Symposium to explore objectivity in journalism, Feb. 23
The Diederich College of Communication will host the 2021 Nieman Symposium on Tuesday, Feb. 23, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Panelists include: Marissa Evans, social issues reporter for the Star Tribune Wesley Lowery, journalist at CBS News Linda Steiner, professor and director of ADVANCE David Umhoefer, director of the O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism Dr.…