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TEDxMarquetteU to host spring conference, March 21
TEDxMarquetteU will host its spring conference, “Awakening,” on Saturday, March 21, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Weasler Auditorium. A diverse group of speakers will present new ideas and unique perspectives meant to activate ideas and transform thought. Registration is available on the TedXMarquetteU website. RSVP by Saturday, March 21. Speakers will be announced…
2020 Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner named
Dr. Grant Silva, associate professor of philosophy in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, has been named the 2020-21 Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner. The Sabbatical Review Committee nominates the Way Klingler Sabbatical Award winner, who receives his or her full salary, plus two additional months of summer pay and $10,000 to fund travel…
MUPD to offer self-defense class on March 18
MUPD will offer a free self-defense class on Wednesday, March 18, at 5 p.m. in the AMU, Room 227. The program uniquely combines a hands-on approach to learning effective techniques. Designed for both male and female audiences, the class incorporates simple strategies for escaping potentially dangerous situations. The class is open to all students, faculty…
Faculty and staff volunteers needed for Commencement
The university is seeking faculty and staff volunteers for the 2020 Commencement ceremony, which will be held on Sunday, May 17. Volunteers will be column marshals, guiding the graduates, faculty, staff and stage party into the arena, and escorting them out after the ceremony. For more information, contact University Special Events at (414) 288-7431.
Faber Center to host ‘Pausing with the Psalms,’ March 19 – April 30
Facilitated by Rev. John Schwantes, S.J.,the Faber Center will host “Pausing with the Psalms,” on the following Thursdays: March 19 and 26, April 2, 16, 23 and 30 from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Zilber Hall Chapel. No registration is necessary.
Soup with Substance will honor Women’s History Month, March 4
The March 4 Soup with Substance topic will be Women’s History Month. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 4, from noon to 1 p.m. in the AMU, Henke Lounge. The event will feature presentations by two leaders of the Institute for Women’s Leadership: Sasha Parsons Waters currently develops programming for the Women’s Innovation Network.…
Lunafest film festival celebrates women, March 24
Lunafest, a traveling film festival showcasing seven short films that are by, for and about women, will come to Marquette on Tuesday, March 24, in the Weasler Auditorium. Two film screenings will be offered at noon and 6 p.m. All funds raised will benefit Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls. Register via Eventbrite. Free…
American Cancer Society Philanthropy Formal is March 27
Delta Xi Phi, Marquette’s multicultural sorority, will host a formal event to raise money for the American Cancer Society on Friday, March 27, at 7 p.m. in the AMU, Monaghan Ballroom. Entertainment will include performances, music, raffle baskets and food. Tickets are $20 per person. To purchase tickets, Venmo: mudxpeta or email Kiana Jones for more information.
Two Marquette women named to Milwaukee Rep’s list of ‘SHEroes’
Earlier this week, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced its list of “SHEroes.” A SHEroe is a woman of color who exemplifies the values of dedication to one’s community, collaboration and sisterhood. The Rep received more than 100 nominations, which an outside selection committee including Milwaukee Rep employees and community members, picked the following 12 candidates honored…
Brazilian Carnival event will honor Afro Latino music and culture, March 8
As a supporter of Bembé Drum and Dance, a cultural performing arts program in Milwaukee, Marquette is proud to promote Bembé’s Brazilian Carnival event on Sunday, March 8, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at No Studios (1037 West McKinley Avenue). Bembé Drum and Drance inspires music and performance skills, intergenerational connection, and cultural identity exploration through Afro Latino musical culture. The Brazilian Carnival will celebrate and honor the Carnaval traditions of Bahia…