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Prof. Alex Lemann examines the opioid litigation’s implications for tort theory
Alex Lemann examines how courts have adapted legal doctrines to address opioid-related harms, challenging scholars and practitioners to rethink the boundaries of tort law.

Residence halls close for spring break, March 8-16
Residence halls will close for spring break on Saturday, March 8, at noon and reopen on Sunday, March 16, at 8 am.

U.S. Department of Education releases FAQ regarding ‘Dear Colleague’ letter
The Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education released frequently asked questions on Saturday, March 1, regarding its Feb. 14 “Dear Colleague” Letter.

Apply to join Student Summer Crew by March 7
Members of the Summer Crew assist Facilities Planning and Management in preparing residential spaces for summer and the upcoming academic year.

Nursing professor honored at Black Excellence Awards
Dr. Dora Clayton-Jones, associate professor in the College of Nursing, received one of this year’s Phenomenal Women at the Black Excellence Awards.

Tom Mendoza named Marquette head volleyball coach
Mendoza has spent the last seven seasons as head coach at South Carolina.

Nominations for Staff Excellence in University Service Awards due March 19
Employees are encouraged to submit nominations for this year’s Staff Excellence in University Service Awards.

Marquette receives $7.5 million gift to endow the Institute for Natural Family Planning in the College of Nursing
Marquette University has received a $7.5 million gift from the Richard L. Boland Love for Life Foundation, Inc., to endow the Institute for Natural Family Planning in the College of Nursing.

President Ah Yun visits Marquette Autism Initiative students, faculty in first Campus Connections video
President Ah Yun visited with Dr. Amy Van Hecke, professor of psychology, and undergraduate and graduate psychology students, to learn about the Marquette Autism Initiative.

Federal action updates related to inclusion and belonging
The American Council on Education yesterday sent a letter calling on the agency to rescind its recent “Dear Colleague” letter.