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LUNAFEST virtual film festival celebrates female filmmakers
Among top grossing films, only 15% are directed by women. As the first-ever all women traveling film festival, LUNAFEST hopes to raise that statistic.
‘LUNAFEST’ virtual film festival is Nov. 24
Marquette will host two virtual screenings for “LUNAFEST,” a traveling film festival comprised of films made by women, for women. Hosted by the Women’s Innovation Network (WIN), this unique film festival includes seven short films by women filmmakers. Films range from animation to fictional drama, and cover topics such as women’s health, body image, relationships,…
New ‘Golden Eagle Advantage’ program provides pathway to Marquette for transfer students; will be available fall 2021
Marquette continues to serve students within the City of Milwaukee with a new bridge program, “The Golden Eagle Advantage.” This opportunity allows graduates from St. Augustine Preparatory Academy to begin their higher education experience at MATC with support and a clear plan to transfer to Marquette. While attending MATC, students participating in the program…
Apply to be a campus tour guide by Dec. 22
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is now accepting applications for its tour guide program. Tour guides must be enthusiastic students who can share their Marquette experience with prospective students and families. View the application for more information about the position and required video introductions. The interview process will be entirely virtual in January. Applications are due by Tuesday, Dec. 22, at 8 a.m. With questions, contact Kate Bracciano, director…
Share Black History Month programming with the CEI by Dec. 9
The Center for Engagement and Inclusion organizes, compiles and promotes events during Black History Month. This year’s theme is “The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity.” If your organization or department plans to host an event in honor of Black History Month, please email the CEI with the title, date, time and location. Submit event details via email to the CEI by Wednesday, Dec. 9.
Beyond MU webinar ‘Marquette’s Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiative: Raising All Voices’ is Dec. 8
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Marquette’s Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiative: Raising All Voices” on Tuesday, Dec. 8, from noon to 1 p.m. Since its launch in 2016, the Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) initiative has moved the needle in Hispanic / Latinx student enrollment. The university is working toward creating a more inclusive, welcoming and supportive…
Students: Complete fall 2020 course evaluations by Nov. 24
Fall 2020 course evaluations close on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Course evaluations are used by the university to review classes and instructors, with the primary goal of improving the quality of both. Responses are confidential, and no identifying information will appear with a response. For additional information, including FAQs, the course evaluation schedule and a sample…
Virtual ‘Day of Advent Retreat’ is Dec. 11
Mission and Ministry will host a virtual “Day of Advent Retreat” on Friday, Dec. 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This day of reflection and prayer invites participants to share in the quiet mystery of Advent. The virtual retreat is free and open to all students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents and friends. The full schedule and registration is available online.
Complete Healthy Minds study by Nov. 23
Students who received a request to complete the Healthy Minds Study are encouraged to do so by Monday, Nov. 23. The confidential information provided to faculty and university leaders from this study reflects students’ day-to-day experiences on campus and provides insight into both struggles and successes. This knowledge will be used to inform policy, practice…
Spirit Shop to host holiday sale through Nov. 25
The Marquette Spirit Shop is hosting a holiday sale now through Wednesday, Nov. 25. Everything in the store, excluding face masks, gift cards and special orders, will be 25% off. There will also be an additional 40% off already marked down clearance clothing and gifts. Note that sales cannot be combined with other promotions. The Spirit…