Melissa Econom
Graduate School to host fourth annual Graduate Student Services Fair on Sept. 2
The Graduate School will welcome new and returning graduate students to its fourth annual Graduate Student Services Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Eckstein Common, located on the east lawn of the Alumni Memorial Union. Now in its fourth year, the fair has become a signature kickoff event for…
Graduate School to host orientation for new students Aug. 25
The Graduate School at Marquette University will welcome incoming graduate students with a comprehensive orientation program on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Graduate School hosting orientation for new teaching assistants, Aug. 21
The Graduate School will host a Teaching Assistant Orientation on Friday, Aug. 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union for graduate students who are serving as first-time teaching assistants for the upcoming fall 2026 term. The required orientation prepares new teaching assistants for their instructional responsibilities through online training modules…
Transforming patient care through trauma-informed research
As she prepares to cross the stage at Commencement this May, Jayme Aguero is leaving a meaningful mark on Marquette University’s College of Nursing, one shaped by compassion, research, and a commitment to elevating patient care. Aguero, who will earn her doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in nurse education, has spent the past…
Indunil K. Piyankarage, doctoral student in the Department of Chemistry, awarded the Dr. John J. Eisch Fellowship
Indunil K. Piyankarage, a fourth-year doctoral student in the Biochemistry program in the Department of Chemistry at Marquette University, was awarded the Dr. John J. Eisch Fellowship for 2025-2026 academic year. Originally from Sri Lanka, Piyankarage conducts research under the mentorship of Dr. Nicholas J. Reiter, focusing on the molecular interactions that drive Ewing sarcoma,…
Savannah Gutsch, doctoral student in the Department of Physical Therapy, wins runner-up at Marquette’s Three Minute Thesis competition
Marquette University doctoral student Savannah Gutsch was named runner-up in the university’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, an achievement that highlights her ability to translate complex scientific research into clear, engaging communication for a broad audience. Gutsch, a fourth-year Ph.D. student in the Exercise and Rehabilitation Science program within the Department of Physical Therapy, focuses…
Graduate Student Organization (GSO) election results for 2026-2027
The Marquette University Graduate Student Organization (GSO) held nominations and elections in early April 2026 to select new representatives for the upcoming 2026–2027 academic year. The organization supports and represents graduate students, serving as a bridge between students and the university by addressing concerns, solving problems and sharing feedback on issues that affect graduate student…
Graduate Student Organization elections now open for 2026–2027 academic year
Elections are now open for the Graduate Student Organization (GSO) at Marquette University, giving graduate and professional students the opportunity to elect new representatives for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Graduate Student Organization serves as a vital voice for the graduate student community, acting as a bridge between students and the university. Through advocacy, GSO…
Spotlight on graduate research: Six students recognized for outstanding posters
Graduate Student Appreciation Month, celebrated each February, featured the Graduate School’s annual Research Poster Competition in the Alumni Memorial Union Ballrooms on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event brought together master’s and doctoral students from across campus to present their scholarly and creative work, highlighting the breadth and depth of…
Marquette doctoral student Kaley Davis receives Rev. John P. Raynor, S.J. Fellowship for trauma research
Kaley Davis, a fifth-year doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology program in the Department of Psychology at Marquette University, was awarded the Rev. John P. Raynor, S.J. Fellowship, a competitive graduate fellowship that supports doctoral students conducting research in the sciences and engineering. The fellowship provides recipients with dedicated time to focus on advancing their…