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Marquette offers prayers in wake of Waukesha parade tragedy
The Marquette University community is praying for the victims and all those affected by the tragedy Sunday evening at the Waukesha Christmas Parade. We know there are many students, faculty, staff and alumni who are from and live in Waukesha, and the Marquette family offers our support during this sad time. We encourage members of…
COVID-19 booster dose recommended for anyone 18 and older
Per a Nov. 19 news release, The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) supports the CDC recommendation that anyone 18 and older receive a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine at least six months after having received their second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech (Pfizer) or Moderna vaccine. All adults are now eligible to receive booster doses, and booster doses are strongly…
25Live now open for spring general pool room reservations
Nov. 22 through Dec. 3 is the optimal time for faculty to receive priority in scheduling through 25Live for their needs for spring 2022 breakout rooms, review sessions, additional space for exams given throughout the term, special speakers or other classroom needs related to the classes they are teaching. While requests are processed throughout the term, space may…
Ignatian Year All-University Advent Retreat is Dec. 10
Campus Ministry, the Faber Center for Ignatian Spirituality and the Alumni Association will welcome Rev. James Martin, S.J., Jesuit priest, author and editor at large at America Magazine, for the Ignatian Year All-University Advent Retreat. Father Martin will discuss “Learning to Pray” on Friday, Dec. 10, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, in a virtual format online. …
Celebrate Mass for Saint Joan of Arc Chapel reopening, Dec. 1
Faculty and staff are invited to celebrate Mass at the newly renovated Saint Joan of Arc Chapel on Wednesday, Dec. 1 at noon. The Mass will have 40 spots inside the chapel and outdoor seating with outdoor audio. There will be hot chocolate and French themed deserts following the Mass; a limited number of Saint…
College of Business Administration expands its partnership with Waukesha County Technical College
The College of Business Administration has established an additional pathway for students seeking transfer from Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC). The most recent pathway facilitates the transfer process from WCTC’s Associate of Applied Science in marketing to Marquette’s Bachelor of Science in marketing. This is the third agreement highlighting transfer pathways from WCTC into the…
Fill out FAFSA for 2022-23 academic year
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2022-23 academic year opened online on Friday, Oct. 1. Students must complete and submit their FAFSA by Saturday, Jan. 15, to meet the Tuesday, Feb. 1, priority deadline to be considered for maximum financial assistance for the upcoming school year. The Office of Student Financial…
Professor contributes to national psychology guidelines around social media use
Dr. Timothy Melchert, professor of counselor education and counseling psychology in the College of Education, was chair of a work group that wrote the “Guidelines for the Optimal Use of Social Media in Professional Practice,” which provide guidance for psychologists and graduate students in the field on their use of social media in their professional…
Participate in the 2021 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. By making a financial gift to United Way’s Holiday Giving Tree program, United Way is able to mobilize gifts to the community while supporting…
University Christmas Tree Lighting is Dec. 1
The Office of Student Development will host the University Christmas Tree Lighting on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at 5 p.m. The lighting will take place at the newly reopened St. Joan of Arc Chapel Courtyard. Members of the University Chorus will lead the crowd in Christmas carols, followed by a blessing of the tree and the official…