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Reminder: Continue to complete the daily ‘COVID Cheq’ even if vaccinated
Once fully vaccinated, all members of the Marquette community must still complete the daily COVID Cheq. Please remember that completing the daily COVID Cheq survey remains a key mitigation tool for campus. Additionally, even if you are vaccinated you should still wear your mask, practice social distancing, avoid crowds and wash your hands often. Per the CDC…
COVID-19 vaccination update: Clarification on new March 22 eligibility date and criteria
Per guidelines from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management, the following groups may be eligible to sign up for vaccine appointments starting Monday, March 22: People age 16 and older with certain medical conditions. This eligibility group includes individuals with medical conditions associated with an increased risk…
2021 faculty promotions announced
Thirty-three faculty members have been promoted to professor or associate professor with tenure, effective the fall 2021 semester. Additionally, 15 full-time participating faculty members were promoted to clinical professor, clinical associate professor, clinical assistant professor, adjunct associate professor or visiting associate professor. From July 2020 through June 2021, 30 faculty members and academic administrators will…
A message from university leaders in support of Asian Americans
Dear Marquette community, As authorities continue to try to unpack and bring clarity on the March 16 mass shooting that has shocked the Atlanta area and the rest of our nation, we are in prayer with the eight victims – six of whom have been identified as Asian American women. However, as the Southern Poverty…
University to officially break ground for new home for Marquette Business and innovation leadership programs, March 23
Marquette University officials will formally break ground for a new home for Marquette Business and innovation leadership programs at 16th Street and Wisconsin Avenue in a virtual ceremony on Tuesday, March 23, at 2 p.m. The event will be livestreamed; register to watch online. The groundbreaking will mark the start of construction on the 100,000…
O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism receives $5 million gift
A distinguished journalism fellowship program will get a major boost, thanks to a $5 million gift from the Frechette Family Foundation. President Michael R. Lovell announced the donation to the Perry and Alicia O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism at his recent Presidential Address. The commitment builds on an $8.3 million gift that Peter and…
COVID-19 vaccination update: Marquette to receive limited vaccines the week of March 15
As determined by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Marquette University will receive a limited supply of vaccines the week of March 15. Please note that vaccines are still in limited supply and allocations are not yet available for all who are eligible. Pre-registration for eligible faculty and staff who have direct student contact continues…
Committee working on updating university seal
A university committee appointed by President Michael R. Lovell is working on an updated university seal that will celebrate Marquette’s Catholic, Jesuit mission and pay tribute to the influence of Indigenous peoples on our history. The committee has gathered input from the Jesuit community, Indigenous peoples, faculty, staff and students and the design process is…
Dr. Noelle Brigden named 2021 Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner
Dr. Noelle Brigden, assistant professor in the Department of Political Science, has been named the 2021-21 Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner. The Sabbatical Review Committee nominates the Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner, who receives his or her full salary, plus two additional months of summer pay and $10,000 to fund travel and expenses related to…
From Provost Ah Yun: University exploring in-person Commencement event, May 23
Commencement is the culmination of years of hard work and study, an important milestone that deserves to be celebrated with family and friends. This important rite of passage marks the moment when Marquette educated students do as St. Ignatius of Loyola asked: “Go forth and set the world on fire.” With the recent announcement that…