Sophia Phillips
Sign up to join a chat with President Michael R. Lovell
Each semester, President Michael R. Lovell hosts as series of informal “chats” with students. These gatherings are an opportunity for community building and idea sharing. Two dates have been identified for fall 2020: Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. | AMU 5th Floor Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 2 p.m. to 2:45…
‘Touchstones: Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Transformations’ is Oct. 23
The Faber Center will host a series titled “Touchstones: Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Transformations.” The next session will feature Dr. Nakia Gordon, associate professor of psychology, on Friday, Oct. 23, from noon to 12:30 p.m. Gordon will share aspects of her spiritual journey and how it is a source of hope today. Register online.
Celebrate Alpha Sigma Nu Week by sending a thank you note to Marquette faculty and staff, Oct. 13
Alpha Sigma Nu, Marquette’s Jesuit Honor Society, will celebrate Alpha Sigma Nu Week by sending a note of thanks to a Marquette faculty or staff member. Students are invited to write a handwritten thank you note in the first floor entryway of the Todd Wehr Chemistry Building on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For e-delivery, students are invited to fill out this form by Friday, Oct. 16. Individually…
Beyond MU webinar ‘Practical Ideas for Organizing your Estate Plan’ is Oct 29
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Practical ideas for organizing your estate plan… and doing good in the world” on Thursday, Oct. 29, from noon to 1 p.m. The webinar will be presented by: Katie Hofman, associate vice president of planned giving at Marquette Cathy Steinhafel, senior director of development of planned giving at Marquette Karin Werner, founder of Werner Law Group This session…
Explorer Challenge begins Oct. 22
The Explorer Challenge invites Marquette students, faculty and staff to submit proposals for up to $25,000 in seed money for innovative projects that make an impact and advance Beyond Boundaries, Marquette’s strategic plan. The 2019-20 Explorer Challenge focused on projects that incorporated inclusive practices. Three innovative and inclusive projects were selected to receive funding: The Latinx Research…
Beyond MU’s next ‘Faith-sharing Friday’ webinar is Nov. 6
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host the next “Faith-sharing Fridays” webinar on Friday, Nov. 6, from noon to 1 p.m. Presented by Dr. Heidi Bostic, dean of the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, and moderated by Dr. Kathy Coffey-Guenther, associate vice president of Mission and Ministry, the discussion will focus on varying faith journeys, beliefs and the people we…
Beyond MU book discussion ‘Falling Upward: A Spirituality for Two Halves of Life’ is Oct. 27
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a virtual discussion of Falling Upward: A Spirituality for Two Halves of Life on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Presented by Dr. Kathy Coffey-Guenther, senior mission and Ignatian leadership specialist, participants will explore the transition in a spiritual journey between the first and second half of life. The book…
Campus Ministry to pray the rosary throughout October, Marquette community invited to attend virtually and in-person
In honor of October, the month of the rosary, Campus Ministry will pray the rosary with the Marquette community, both virtually and with a few in-person options, throughout the month. All prayers will be streamed on Instagram live via @mucampusmin. Three prayers will take place in-person at the Marian Grotto (behind Joan of Arc chapel). For…
Virtual Health Professions Career Fair is Oct. 21
The virtual Health Professions Career Fair will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Students are encouraged to attend this virtual career fair to meet with employers from across the country. Employers are looking to meet with soon-to-be graduates of Marquette’s many health sciences programs, including: Physical therapy Nursing Physician’s assistant Clinical lab sciences Speech…
Food donations needed to support students; donate to ‘Backpack Breakfast Club’ Food Drive, Oct. 5-9
Organized by a team of Raynor Memorial Library volunteers, the “Backpack Breakfast Club Food Drive” is seeking donations of breakfast foods or cash donations to benefit Marquette’s Backpack Program, which provides food to students experiencing food shortage. The drive runs from Monday, Oct. 5, to Friday, Oct. 9. Where and how to donate: Food donations of nonperishable breakfast…