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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…
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…
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…
Work from home continues; process in place for phased return to campus in accordance with city guidelines
As communicated previously, remote work extends through at least May 26. If you have been working from home, please do not return to your Marquette office on May 27, unless your supervisor has communicated with you directly about this possibility. To prepare for the City of Milwaukee’s lifting of stay-at-home restrictions outlined in the city’s…
Dr. Sarah Feldner named next permanent dean of Diederich College of Communication
Dr. Sarah Feldner, acting dean of the Diederich College of Communication, has been named to the permanent position, Provost Kimo Ah Yun announced today. Feldner, who was named acting dean in November 2018, was previously the college’s associate dean for graduate studies and research. The new role is effective immediately. “For the past 18 months, Dr.…
May 19 Virtual COVID-19 Town Hall follow up; watch the video online
On Tuesday afternoon, nearly 1,000 faculty, staff and students gathered virtually for another COVID-19 Town Hall, which focused on Marquette’s recovery planning process for a phased return to campus and facilities considerations related to de-densifying, physical distancing and sanitization. Dr. Xavier Cole, vice president for student affairs, moderated the town hall. President Michael R. Lovell…
New Marquette backgrounds now available in Microsoft Teams
The Office of Marketing and Communication, in collaboration with Information Technology Services, created new Marquette themed virtual backgrounds, which are now available for use in Microsoft Teams. Access the backgrounds before or during a meeting by following these instructions.