Sophia Phillips

Tuesday, Feb. 9, is the first Mental Health Day of the semester. These scheduled days are an opportunity for students to unplug and prioritize self-care. Additionally, the Office of Engagement and Inclusion has planned a number of safe activities for students to take part in, including opportunities for prayer, meditation, fun and self-care.  Check out…

Supporting Special Olympics Marquette will participate in the “Polar Plunge: Chillin’ at Home” event on Saturday, Feb. 27.   Special Olympics Wisconsin provides year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.   It costs $757 each year to support one Special Olympics of Wisconsin athlete. Donate to the cause or join the…

Every higher education institution must provide to each student a separate, clear and conspicuous written notice that advises the student that a conviction for any offense during a period of enrollment for which the student was receiving federal student financial aid funds, under any federal or state law involving the possession or sale of illegal…

Under federal financial aid program guidelines, universities must annually provide notice to all enrolled students describing the availability of a wide range of consumer information.  The Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 mandates that students are provided with a significant amount of additional information about the institution they are attending. This information is online or students may…

Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host the next “Faith-sharing Fridays” on Friday, Feb. 26, from noon to 1 p.m.  Janice Welburn, dean of Libraries, and Dr. William Welburn, vice president for inclusive excellence, will present the session. Dr. Kathy Coffey-Guenther, associate vice president of Mission and Ministry, will moderate this event.   The discussion will focus on varying faith journeys, beliefs and the people we have met along the way.   Register via Zoom. 

Advocate Aurora Health Care and the Marquette Career Services Center will host a Virtual Career Fair Prep Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 18, from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This event will help students prepare for successful virtual career fairs and offer actionable takeaways for career fair etiquette, preparation and appropriate follow-up. All majors are welcome and encouraged to attend.  This is a…

The Ignite group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Students may join virtually or in-person at the Chapel of the Holy Family. Those looking for a space to connect with others, strengthen your relationship with God, explore ways to live a faith that does justice or make time for prayer, are welcome to check out Ignite.  …

Results from the Fall 2020 Academic Experience Survey are now available online.   The Fall 2020 Academic Experience Surveys were administered at several points throughout the fall semester. The surveys collected information that enabled mid-semester modifications of support and resources, identified areas for more effective university communication, and created awareness of student and instructor challenges and…

Nominations are now being accepted for the senior speaker for spring 2021 Commencement. If you know someone who represents the Marquette mission and the Class of 2021, nominate them for this role. Nominated students must be graduating in May 2021.   Nominations can be completed online and will be accepted until Thursday, Feb. 18, until 11 p.m. Finalists will be selected during the MUSG and…