Sophia Phillips
Spirit Shop to host holiday sale through Nov. 25
The Marquette Spirit Shop is hosting a holiday sale now through Wednesday, Nov. 25. Everything in the store, excluding face masks, gift cards and special orders, will be 25% off. There will also be an additional 40% off already marked down clearance clothing and gifts. Note that sales cannot be combined with other promotions. The Spirit…
TEDxMarquetteU seeking speakers for spring semester; nominations due Nov. 18
TEDxMarquetteU, an officially licensed TEDx organization, is hoping to bring new ideas to Marquette and the Milwaukee community through inspirational and informative TED talks at the spring 2021 conference. TEDx is looking for individuals who have an idea worth sharing and would be interested in giving a TED Talk at the conference. All TED Talks recorded at TEDxMarquetteU…
‘Forward Thinking Poster Session’ follow-up presentations are Nov. 19
In partnership with the Office of International Education, the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) hosts a “Forward Thinking Poster Session” each year to showcase some of the great research being done on campus. Virtual oral presentations will be held on Thursday, Nov. 19, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for the eight posters that received the most votes and received Jump Start Awards…
Trans* Compassion Week is Nov. 16-20
The LGBTQ+ Resource Center and Campus Ministry will host Trans* Compassion Week, Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20. This week recognizes anti-transgender violence and celebrates trans* and gender diversity. Students, staff, faculty, alumni and the greater community are welcome to participate in a number of virtual events. The Trans* Day of Remembrance Vigil will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at noon…
Institute for Women’s Leadership now accepting applications for spring 2021 Faculty Fellows; apply by Nov. 30
The Institute for Women’s Leadership (IWL) is seeking faculty fellows for its spring 2021 cohort. The fellowship is designed to help support faculty work that advances women’s leadership locally and globally through pioneering research, innovative programming and collaborative engagement. Faculty fellows will work with the IWL to advocate for justice, specifically intersectional inclusivity and gender…
Faber Center to host virtual Thanksgiving prayer service, Nov. 23
The Faber Center invites all Marquette faculty and staff to a virtual prayer of Thanksgiving on Monday, Nov. 23, from noon to 12:45 p.m. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, giving thanks may be challenging given the current uncertainty and pain in our world. Join the Faber Center for this time of communal prayer and reflection. Register online.
‘Data Equity and Access in Milwaukee’ webinar is Nov. 19
The Department of Computer Science will host “Data Equity and Access in Milwaukee” on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Through a panel discussion and breakout sessions, the event will focus on the use of publicly accessible civic databases in Milwaukee and the barriers preventing community organizations from accessing and…
New virtual study abroad courses available for spring 2021, fulfill core requirements
The Office of International Education is offering two virtual courses through its Sibanye Cape Town study abroad program. Students can register for either of the spring 2021 courses, which fulfill new core requirements. THEOS 3420 – Crossing Boundaries: Bridging the Racial Divide – South Africa This class fulfills the “Individuals and Communities Discovery Theme” requirements. The course meets Tuesdays…
Encourage students to complete course evaluations by Nov. 24
Fall 2020 course evaluations are available Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Tuesday, Nov. 24. Faculty are asked to remind students to complete the evaluations or set aside time for students to complete their evaluation in-class, an effective way to increase overall response rate. Instructions for conducting an in-class MOCES evaluation can be found on the Institutional Research and Analysis website. For additional information, the course…
Triangle Fraternity offering two new scholarship opportunities
Founded in 1907 by 16 engineers at the University of Illinois, Triangle Fraternity is a fraternity for male engineers, architects and scientists. Triangle strives to develop balanced men who cultivate high moral character, foster lifelong friendships and live their lives with integrity. Two new scholarship opportunities are available: FIRST Students of Marquette Triangle Scholarship Criteria: Must be a…