Faculty

Biological Sciences seminar to explore protein misfolding in neurodegenerative diseases
Dr. Martin Duennwald, associate professor at the University of Western Ontario, will present the Biological Sciences colloquium on Friday, Feb. 14, at 3 p.m. in Wehr Life Sciences 111. Duennwald’s talk, “Chaperoning misfolded proteins – heroes and villains,” will discuss cellular mechanisms underpinning the interplay of failing cellular protein quality control and protein misfolding in…

Mathematical and Statistical Sciences seminar on novel imaging techniques for breast cancer detection
Emily Corcoran will present a seminar in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences on Friday, Feb. 14, at 1 p.m. in Cudahy Hall 401. Her talk, “Impedance Tomography Techniques for Breast Cancer Detection,” will examine possible approaches to improve the usability of the emerging, non-invasive medical imaging modality, Electrical Impedance Tomography. Post-colloquium refreshments will…

Black Women Rock Brunch
The Office of Inclusion and Belonging will host the annual Black Women Rock Brunch on Saturday, March 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the AMU Monaghan Ballrooms. This year’s theme is “Brunch Blooms: Rooted in Joy.” Black women’s joy, often overlooked in narratives focused on struggle, is a powerful act of resistance and…

Graduate student research poster competition
The Graduate School will host a research poster competition on Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Raynor Library Beaumier Suites. The event will showcase and celebrate contributions from doctoral and master’s student research across campus. The top three doctoral-level posters and top three master’s-level posters, as determined by a panel of judges,…

‘Direct Positive’ film screening with guest panel
The Institute for Women’s Leadership and the Women of Marquette ERG will co-host a screening of the documentary “Direct Positive” on Thursday, March 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. in AMU 163. This screening will also provide registrants the option to attend virtually. The screening is free to attend; registration is required for in-person and…

Virtual Galentine’s Day with ASDA Health and Wellness
Jen Bjork, clinical supervisor of surgical and diagnostic sciences in the Marquette School of Dentistry, will present at an American Student Dental Association Health and Wellness virtual event on Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bjork will speak on early breast cancer awareness and detection. Whether you’re learning more for yourself or…

Department of Biological Sciences faculty to host chili cookoff competition
Stop by the Wehr Life Sciences lobby on Wednesday, Feb. 12, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., for a bowl of chili, a chili dog or chili nachos, and vote for the best chili made by biology faculty members. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about research and internship opportunities and to join…

Law School’s Get to Know with Brad Schimel
Join the Marquette University Law School for a two-part “Get to Know” program on Tuesday, Feb. 18, and Friday, Feb. 28, at 12:15 p.m. in Eckstein Hall. Derek Mosley, director of the Lubar Center, will host two programs to introduce the Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates. A lunch will be provided. Register online to attend. On Feb. 18, Brad…

IWL Gala
The Institute for Women’s Leadership invites the Marquette community to the fourth annual IWL Gala on Thursday, April 10, in the AMU Monaghan Ballrooms. Current Marquette students, staff and faculty members should RSVP here. (note: this registration page is for faculty/staff/student use; contact iwl@marquette.edu for info for the broader Milwaukee community). This event celebrates women who engage, inspire…

2025 Marquette Law School Hallows Lecture: Resorting to Courts
Join Marquette University Law School for the 2025 Marquette Law School Hallows Lecture, “Resorting to Courts: Article III Standing as the Guardian of Free Speech and Democratic Self-Governance,” by Hon. Michael Y. Scudder, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit on Monday, March 3. The lecture will run from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., with a…