Jack Goods
Step 4 Return to Campus Training for employees will be available online, Aug. 17
All employees must complete a mandatory online training before returning to campus. This only pertains to those who are or will be working on campus. If you are working remotely, you do not need to complete the training. The training will be available on the COVID-19 website by Monday, Aug. 17, and the Step 4…
University Advancement surpasses FY20 fundraising goal
The Marquette Advancement team raised $95.3 million in new gifts and confirmed pledges in fiscal year 2020, surpassing its $90 million FY20 goal. The university’s generous donors have contributed $200 million over the past two fiscal years. Since the pandemic emerged, the team made considerable progress in securing student emergency funds with more than $500k…
AMU polling site moved off campus for Aug. 11
The Wisconsin Election Commission announced the relocation of the polling site in the AMU for the Wisconsin Partisan Primary Elections on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Residents who would have voted at the AMU in the past are being directed to the Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning, located just north of campus at 1017 N. 12th Street.…
An update on the President’s Commission on Racial Equity; two co-chairs named
After President Michael R. Lovell announced a new President’s Commission on Racial Equity (CORE) at the June 17 Racial Injustice Town Hall, about 250 people – faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members – indicated their willingness and eagerness to take action to eliminate the injustices that exist on our campus. Since then, two co-chairs…
From Provost Ah Yun: Fall 2020 undergraduate class schedule finalized
Dear students, I am writing to let you know that the fall 2020 classroom assignment process is complete with all class sections assigned to their classroom space and instructional mode (how classes are taught). The information below is for undergraduate students only. Separate communication will be sent to students in the Graduate School and Graduate…
Faculty can visit general pool classrooms next week; classrooms currently being prepped for social distancing and with necessary technology
Faculty interested in visiting general pool classrooms where their fall 2020 classes are assigned in advance of the start of classes may do so next week, Aug. 10-14, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. While visiting classrooms in advance of the semester start is not required, it can assist faculty in getting a feel for…
Marquette’s Supply Chain Management programs ranked in top 15 nationally
Undergraduate, graduate programs are highest ranked in Wisconsin and Illinois Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT), the world’s leading research and advisory company, in its latest supply chain management program rankings, has named Marquette’s undergraduate program No. 12 in North America, up from 16th two years ago. The university’s new online master’s in supply chain management enters…
‘Reflecting on Our Return’ retreat for employees is Aug. 14
The Faber Center will host a virtual retreat titled “Reflecting on Our Return”on Friday. Aug. 14, from noon to 1 p.m. Open to all employees, this retreat invites participants to reflect upon the academic year. “As we continue to find ourselves in unprecedented times and as we prepare to welcome students and our colleagues back…
Mental health resources for employees available online; EAP offering weekly virtual wellness sessions
Human Resources recently updated the Employee Wellness website to include various mental health and resiliency resources for employees. In addition, the Advocate/Aurora Employee Assistance Program is offering weekly “IMPACT” sessions focused on emotional health and well-being. IMPACT sessions are confidential, voluntary and open to everyone. Topics are selected to help you recharge your emotional health…
COVID-19 Update: Marquette to reopen for in-person instruction this fall with hybrid and online classes where reasonably possible and reduced number of students living residentially
Dear Marquette faculty, staff and students: After much thoughtful and deliberate consultation with the Milwaukee Health Department, our faculty and staff medical experts, and our Board of Trustees — which includes nationally renowned medical leaders — Marquette University will move forward with our plan to reopen campus in-person this fall with fewer students living residentially.…