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Director of Recreational Sports John Sweeney recognized for excellence by NIRSA
John Sweeney, director of recreational sports, received an Award of Merit from the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA). The Regional Awards of Merit honor individuals who have been innovative and dedicated pioneers in the field of collegiate recreation. These awards acknowledge the exceptional performance and dedication of NIRSA members. NIRSA shared Sweeney’s accomplishment…
Virtual breakfast with Senior Vice President Joel Pogodzinski is June 18
Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Joel Pogodzinski invites faculty and staff to discuss campus and community topics while (virtually) sharing a meal together. A Microsoft Teams gathering will be held on Thursday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m. These small-group meetings have no set agenda and will provide an opportunity to have collegial conversation about campus while…
Beyond MU webinar: ‘Business Continuity PLAN-demic’ is June 11
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Business Continuity PLAN-demic” on Thursday, June 11, from noon to 12:45 p.m. CT. Presented by Jeffrey Wuest, Bus Ad ‘89, CEO and president of SynFiny Advisors and Matteo Arena, chair and associate professor of finance at Marquette, the webinar will focus on how companies can prepare for and respond to business continuity planning…
Beyond MU webinar: ‘Entrepreneurial Planning: Addressing New Needs’ is June 19
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Entrepreneurial Planning: Addressing New Needs” on Friday, June 19, from noon to 1 p.m. CST. The webinar will focus on how businesses can support their employees and clients during these uncertain times. Presenters include: Jessica Ollenburg, Bus Ad ‘85, managing partner and principal consultant of Ollenburg LLC Executive Consulting…
Seeking guidance amid COVID-19
Students refer to theology course readings for guidance and encouragement during COVID-19.
Students, employees warned of job solicitation email scam
Many students, faculty and staff received an email last week from someone claiming to be a student staff member offering personal assistant job opportunities. This solicitation was deemed fraudulent and ITS took the following action immediately by securing the compromised email account and deleting all “personal assistant position” scam emails. ITS has since set up…
President’s Challenge – COVID-19 Response Grant advisers to begin virtual drop-in sessions June 1-12; Check-in documents due May 29
The recently announced President’s Challenge – COVID-19 Response Grant will host a series of virtual drop-in advising sessions between June 1-12. View the full list of dates and times. The series is a partnership between Marquette, American Family Insurance and Johnson Controls. The virtual sessions will bring together key thought leaders in the areas of mental…
Dr. Jennifer Maney named permanent director of Center for Teaching and Learning
Dr. Jennifer Maney has been named the permanent director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). She will begin the role on July 1. Maney has served as interim director since summer 2019. In the past year, she has provided leadership through innovative programming – workshops, seminars, consultations and other programs to support faculty…
First ‘Getting to know Women at Marquette’ virtual event to feature Chief Hudson, May 29
The Women of Marquette Employee Resource Group (ERG) is launching a mini series titled “Getting to know Women at Marquette.” The first event will take place on Friday, May 29, at noon via Microsoft Teams. The session will feature Edith Hudson, chief of Marquette University Police Department. The Women of Marquette have posed some questions…
Dr. Silva honored with Way Klingler Sabbatical Award
Earlier this year, Dr. Grant Silva, associate professor of philosophy in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, received the Helen Way Klinger Sabbatical Award. The award allows Silva to conclude his book, “Liberation is to the Americas what the Enlightenment is to Europe.” The book details the nature and significance of philosophical inquiry from…