Jack Goods
Introducing new faculty members to campus
The university recently welcomed more than 55 new full-time faculty members. To introduce them to the Marquette’s community, the Office of Faculty Affairs compiled background information about each faculty member and their goals for their first year on campus. They were asked to respond to the following three statements: 1. During my first year on…
COVID-19 update: Additional student guidance following Schroeder quarantine
Dear Marquette students, As you saw from the Schroeder Hall quarantine directive jointly issued last night by the university and the Milwaukee Health Department, we are taking very seriously our responsibility to prioritize the health and safety of our Marquette and greater Near West Side community while facilitating an in-person campus experience this fall. The…
Additional quarantine information and resources for Schroeder Hall residents
Dear Schroeder Hall residents, Thank you for your grace and patience during the past 18 hours. I know the quarantine news last night came as a surprise to many of you, and I apologize that we had to act so quickly in the interest of everyone’s safety. I want to reiterate that this was a…
University, Milwaukee Health Department direct Schroeder Hall residents to quarantine for two weeks
In coordination with the Milwaukee Health Department, Marquette University has directed residents of Schroeder Hall to quarantine for 14 days effective at 10 p.m. tonight, Sept. 14, 2020, through 10 p.m. Sept. 28, 2020, in response to a confirmed cluster of increasing COVID-19 cases among residents of the hall. Approximately 373 residents live in Schroeder…
Marquette named on U.S. News’ Best Colleges lists
U.S. News and World Report has released its 2021 Best Colleges rankings. Marquette University is ranked 88th among national universities. Marquette again made lists for Best Undergraduate Teaching, ranked 18 — notably up 54 spots from 72 last year — Best Value Schools, ranked 52 — up three spots from last year — Best Colleges…
Deadline for academic faculty and staff to submit requests for COVID-19 temporary alternative work arrangements is Sept. 25
Please note that this information only pertains to academic faculty, staff and student employees (e.g. those who work in a college). With planning underway for the spring 2021 semester, Human Resources has shared the following key dates and actions for academic faculty, staff and student employees (this includes graduate, teaching and research assistants) requesting COVID-19…
Absentee voting encouraged for upcoming election; students should plan ahead
Eligible students are encouraged to register to vote in the upcoming election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020. Due to COVID-19, the Wisconsin Election Commission is encouraging eligible Wisconsin voters to vote absentee for the 2020 Presidential General Election Day. Please note: You must already be a registered voter to request an absentee ballot. If you have a Wisconsin driver’s…
Students: Update your current address in CheckMarq
The university asks students to make sure the address listed in CheckMarq is current and up-to-date. This address should be where you are residing while completing classes this fall semester, which would generally differ from your permanent home address unless you are a commuting or fully online student. This information will 1) assist the university…
Professional development funds available for participating (non-tenure track) faculty for 2020-21 academic year; apply by Oct. 2
The Office of the Provost has allocated $10,000 to be distributed to participating faculty for professional development activities during the 2020-21 academic year (funds must be spent prior to June 15, 2021). All participating faculty (faculty not tenured or on the tenure track), full and part-time, are eligible to receive an award up to $500.…
Return to campus training for faculty and staff available online
As a reminder, all employees must complete a mandatory online training before returning to campus. Training and resources are available on the COVID-19 website. All supervisors (including supervisors of student employees) are responsible for any workplace / department-specific training. If you already completed the training in previous steps, you don’t need to take it again —…