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President’s Challenge to host ‘Innovating in Uncertain Times,’ May 29
In partnership with American Family Insurance and Johnson Controls, the President’s Challenge will host a a virtual event titled “Innovating in Uncertain Times” on Friday, May 29, at 9 a.m. CT. During a crisis like COVID-19, it becomes increasingly apparent that there are equity gaps and systemic problems that need to be addressed through new…
Vice President for Planning and Facilities Management Lora Strigens recognized as a ‘Notable Woman in Construction and Design’
Lora Strigens, vice president for planning and facilities management, has been named a “Notable Woman in Construction and Design” by Milwaukee BizTimes, as part of the local business publication’s award series that highlights exceptional leaders making a difference throughout southeast Wisconsin. The Notable Woman in Construction and Design category is one of eight in a…
Writing Center open for online appointments during summer
The Ott Memorial Writing Center is open throughout the summer for online appointments. The center’s hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT. The center can assist students with summer course assignments, dissertations, teaching materials, professional documents, applications or other writing related projects. Schedule an appointment or contact the Writing Center.
Graduate School launches new certificate programs in engineering
The Graduate School has launched four new certificates in engineering: Essential Skills for Practicing Engineers, Machine Learning, Renewable Energy Technology and Integration, and Systems Engineering. A certificate in Environmental Engineering was launched in spring 2019. Designed for the practicing engineer, these certificate programs are offered in person and online with interactive live stream or recorded…
New summer course to examine COVID-19; enroll now
The College of Health Sciences has launched a new course to be offered this summer: “COVID-19: A Public Health Approach.” Developed by members of the Marquette Health Equity Community of Practice, this new summer course offering will examine the novel coronavirus pandemic through multiple lenses in this team taught course. Students who wish to better…
Campus Ministry to host faith-based group for graduate students
Campus Ministry invites graduate students to participate in a weekly faith–based group. The goal of the group is to create a supportive community that allows students to reflect on their lives in light of faith. This is an opportunity for students to reflect on a scripture passage and to share how God is speaking to our daily joys and struggles,…
Beyond MU webinar: ‘Positive Psychology’ is June 3
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Positive Psychology: The Science of Finding What’s Right in a Time of so Much Change” on Wednesday, June 3, from noon to 1 p.m. CT. Presented by Dr. Alie Kriofske Mainella, Grad ‘06, clinical assistant professor in the College of Education’s Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology, the…

What I nearly missed
Garrett Gundlach, S.J., Arts ’09, reflects on the moments — big and small, remarkable and unremarkable — from everyday life where God’s presence is revealed, often by some combination of grace, openness and luck.

Sharing hope
When campus emptied, the Marquette University Neighborhood Kitchen pivoted to help students while reducing food waste.

A Tide of Thanks
Former Marquette athletes working in health care sent current student athletes videos of support during COVID-19.