Sophia Phillips
Celebrate World Bicycle Day with the ‘Cycling Prof’
On World Bicycle Day, Kurt Gering, adjunct instructor of management in the College of Business Administration, shares his love of cycling

Virtual Mass for healing, reconciliation and justice is June 2
In light of recent events, the university will host a virtual Mass for healing, reconciliation and justice on Tuesday, June 2, at 8:30 p.m. Rev. Jim Voiss, S.J., vice president for mission and ministry, will be the celebrant of Mass and will guide the community in a prayer to end racism. The Mass will be…
Department of Psychology seeking participants for COVID-19 research study
The Department of Psychology is seeking participants for a survey titled “The Experiences of Adults in the United States During the COVID-19 Pandemic.” Survey participants must be at least 18 years of age, living in the United States and fluent in English. All responses will be anonymous and confidential. Learn more and take the survey via Qualtrics.
Faculty and staff grants: April 2020
In an effort to promote research and scholarship conducted by Marquette faculty and staff, the Office of Marketing and Communication and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs have partnered to present a monthly recap of recent grants awarded to faculty and staff. This report will be featured in Marquette Today each month. The following…
Purchase a Summer Upass
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will resume fare collection beginning on June 1. Students who were enrolled in spring 2020 courses and/or summer 2020 courses are eligible to purchase a Summer Upass for $25. MCTS recommends that riders who are medically able wear a face mask or face covering over their nose and mouth while…
Director of Recreational Sports John Sweeney recognized for excellence by NIRSA
John Sweeney, director of recreational sports, received an Award of Merit from the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA). The Regional Awards of Merit honor individuals who have been innovative and dedicated pioneers in the field of collegiate recreation. These awards acknowledge the exceptional performance and dedication of NIRSA members. NIRSA shared Sweeney’s accomplishment…
Virtual breakfast with Senior Vice President Joel Pogodzinski is June 18
Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Joel Pogodzinski invites faculty and staff to discuss campus and community topics while (virtually) sharing a meal together. A Microsoft Teams gathering will be held on Thursday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m. These small-group meetings have no set agenda and will provide an opportunity to have collegial conversation about campus while…
Beyond MU webinar: ‘Business Continuity PLAN-demic’ is June 11
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Business Continuity PLAN-demic” on Thursday, June 11, from noon to 12:45 p.m. CT. Presented by Jeffrey Wuest, Bus Ad ‘89, CEO and president of SynFiny Advisors and Matteo Arena, chair and associate professor of finance at Marquette, the webinar will focus on how companies can prepare for and respond to business continuity planning…
Beyond MU webinar: ‘Entrepreneurial Planning: Addressing New Needs’ is June 19
Beyond MU: Lifelong Learning will host a webinar titled “Entrepreneurial Planning: Addressing New Needs” on Friday, June 19, from noon to 1 p.m. CST. The webinar will focus on how businesses can support their employees and clients during these uncertain times. Presenters include: Jessica Ollenburg, Bus Ad ‘85, managing partner and principal consultant of Ollenburg LLC Executive Consulting…
Seeking guidance amid COVID-19
Students refer to theology course readings for guidance and encouragement during COVID-19.