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IWL releases new ‘Spotlight on Research’ episode featuring Dr. Karen Robinson
The third episode of the Institute for Women’s Leadership’s Spotlight on Research video series is now available. To view this episode and others, visit the IWL’s website or YouTube channel. This episode features Dr. Karen Robinson, associate professor and director of Marquette’s Nurse-Midwifery Program. Robinson discusses her research experiences, the work she is doing around breast health as well as her advocacy for women’s health and…
As Lent concludes, Stations of the Cross prayer opportunities available
The Stations of the Cross are an ancient tradition in the Catholic Church dating back to the fourth century when Christians went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Like many Catholic traditions, the Stations of the Cross can be rich, deep and meaningful, but at the same time we can lose sight of their significance…
Virtual Soup with Substance: LGBTQ+ Women’s Professional Roundtable is March 29
Campus Ministry will host the next “Soup with Substance“ on Monday, March 29, from noon to 1 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. A group of professional women representing different fields will discuss their experiences in life and work, demonstrating tangible examples of LGBTQ+ adults who have survived and thrived into adulthood. This event will specifically highlight…
Beyond MU webinar ‘Marquette’s Peace Works Program’ is March 25
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Peace Works: Creating Healthy Communities through Social Emotional Education,” Thursday, March 25, from noon to 1 p.m. The session will focus on Marquette’s Center for Peacemaking, an academic research center that fosters research and action for the promotion of peace, human dignity and justice. The Center for…
‘Siderits Gender and Sexuality Studies’ lecture is April 1
The Department of Psychology will host the “Dr. MaryAnne Siderits Annual Distinguished Lecture in Gender and Sexuality Studies” virtually on Thursday, April 1, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Young scholars in psychology of gender will present their findings and future research directions. Register via Eventbrite. With questions, contact Dr. Astrida Kaugars, associate professor of psychology.
Save the date: 62nd Annual Père Marquette celebration is May 6
The 62nd Annual Père Marquette celebration will take place virtually on Thursday, May 6, at 6 p.m. The event will honor the 2020 and 2021 winners of the Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Faculty Awards. All members of the Marquette community are welcome to attend this virtual celebration. An invitation with a registration link will…
Wellness, mental health and development resources available for faculty and staff
Professional, personal development opportunities available through GROW Whether you’re interested in how to manage change better or want to hone your technical skills, there are many professional and personal development opportunities for Marquette employees through GROW. A full schedule is available online. Consider registering for an upcoming GROW course—and encourage your colleagues and direct reports…
‘Liminal Existences and Migrant Resistances Conference’ is March 24-27
The Center for Transnational Justice and the Department of English will host the virtual “Liminal Existences and Migrant Resistances Conference” from Wednesday, March 24, through Saturday, March 27. Topics such as contemporary transnational issues impacting equity and social justice will be discussed. With questions or to request the link to attend, contact Ibtisam M. Abujad, conference organizer.
2021 Marquette University/No Studios Filmmaker Fellowship recipients announced
Kaleigh Atkinson and Marquise Mays were named the recipients of the 2021 Marquette University/No Studios Filmmaker Fellowships for emerging or early-career filmmakers. These fellowships are intended to provide a significant impact on their career trajectory. Atkinson received the Social Justice Fellowship targeted for a project that will explore a social issue. “We are pleased to work with…
TEDxMarquetteU to host ‘Flourish Conference’ on March 28
TEDxMarquetteU will host its “Flourish Conference” on Sunday, March 28, at 11 a.m. Four speakers from the Milwaukee and Marquette communities will deliver presentations on various topics, including women in power, primatology, sexuality and the hive mind. This event will be livestreamed from the Varsity Theater; all attendees will attend virtually. Register via Eventbrite.