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Reminder to submit inventions through the Office of Economic Engagement’s portal
The Office of Economic Engagement (OEE) acknowledges and appreciates all faculty, students and staff for boldly continuing their scholarship, research and education during these unprecedented times. These activities may give rise to patent-able inventions, copyright-able works and other forms of valuable intellectual property. As an example, Marquette recently received a patent grant this past January…
Benefits Update: How the CARES Act affects Marquette, UMR waived testing costs and expanded telehealth coverage
CARES Act Congress recently passed the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security” (CARES) Act, which contained several provisions relevant to participants in Marquette’s 403(b) retirement plan. Currently, Marquette’s plan offers loans up to $50,000 to participants (or 50% of their employee contributed account balance) but the CARES Act allows employers to increase that limit. Under…
April and May TIAA individual counseling sessions available for all employees
Employees can discuss their personal financial situations confidentially with a TIAA financial consultant. Access virtual counseling through any device and get guidance about saving more, managing debt or planning for the future. It’s highly secure and private. Once you confirm your meeting, TIAA will reach out to you to see if you are interested in…
Virtual Easter Taizé prayer vigil is April 11
Campus Ministry will host a Easter Taizé prayer vigil on Holy Saturday, April 11, at 9:30 p.m. via the Campus Ministry Facebook. The live event will be led by Claire Conger, junior in the College of Health Sciences.
Admissions launches website to host virtual content
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions recently launched a new website to host all of its virtual content. Users can take virtual tours of campus, learn about each college, sign up for a virtual visit, contact an admissions counselor and more. The site includes nearly 160 videos, with more being added each day. Content from across…
SPARK sessions move to a fully virtual format this summer
SPARK (Summer Priority Advising and Registration Kick-off), a mandatory orientation program for all new first-year students as a part of their transition to Marquette, will become “SPARK @ Home” this summer, as its sessions move to a fully virtual format in response to the coronavirus pandemic stay-at-home orders and social distancing best practices. SPARK’s practical…
Rev. Gregory J. O’Meara, S.J., named new rector of the Marquette Jesuit Community
Rev. Arturo Sosa, S.J., worldwide head of the Jesuit Order, has appointed Rev. Gregory J. O’Meara, S.J., as the next rector of the Jesuit Community at Marquette University effective July 1. He succeeds Rev. Joseph G. Mueller, S.J., who was recently named dean of the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University. Father O’Meara previously…
Tenure clock for current tenure-track faculty extended one year
Due to the impact of COVID-19 on the lives of faculty, the university announced yesterday that the existing promotion and tenure review schedule for current tenure-track faculty members has been extended by one year. This change was made in consultation with, and is endorsed by, the University Academic Senate Executive Committee, the University Committee on…
University response to economic effects of COVID-19
Dear Marquette faculty and staff: As we enter this most holy time of year, the changes in our lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic are even more apparent, knowing we cannot gather to celebrate the Easter Triduum and services that are the hallmark of our faith. This pandemic has created many challenges for all of…
Physical Therapy Clinic: How to set up an ergonomic work space at home
The Marquette University Physical Therapy Clinic created the below video to demonstrate how to set up an ergonomic work space at home. In addition, students, faculty and staff can contact Jeff Wilkens, clinic director, for individual video consults for their ergonomic home office needs.