The Office of Intercultural Engagement will host Somos Latinx: Identity Conference on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the AMU Ballrooms. The conference will feature workshops and panels on Latinx identity led by faculty, staff and community members. The event will begin with opening remarks from keynote speaker, Sergio Gonzales and […]
Information session on DACA to be held Sept. 28
The Division of Student Affairs Diversity Committee, the Undocumented Students Task Force and the Office of Intercultural Engagement will host an information session titled “How Does DACA Affect Marquette University: An Info Session,” on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Todd Wehr Chemistry 121. The event will contain information on DACA […]
Marquette Forum to host screenings of ‘Bending the Arc’
As part of the 2017 Milwaukee Film Festival, Marquette Forum will host two screenings of ‘Bending the Arc’ on Monday, Oct. 2, at 3:30 p.m. at the Oriental Theatre and on Monday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Downer Theatre. The film focuses on three young people who come together in a squatter settlement […]
Marquette Forum to focus on health equity
For academic year 2017-18, the Marquette Forum will engage in a year-long series of events focusing on health equity. Building on last year’s theme “Freedom Dreams Now,” this year will explore health disparities, the social determinants of health, and opportunities for achieving greater equity locally and globally. Engaging students, faculty, staff, and the communities making […]
Marquette to host “Understanding Race After Charlottesville,” Sept. 18
The Marquette community is invited to “Understanding Race After Charlottesville,” a teach-in event, that will be held Monday, Sept. 18, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Emory Clark Hall 111. The teach-in is co-sponsored by the Department of Social and Cultural Sciences, the Center for Urban Teaching, Research and Outreach, and the Center for […]
Day of Reflection on the Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiative to be held Oct. 11
The Office of the Provost and the Latinx Faculty and Staff Association (LaFASA) of Marquette University will co-sponsor a campus-wide Day of Reflection on Wednesday, Oct. 11, from 8 a.m. to noon, to facilitate a conversation among students, faculty, and staff regarding how the Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) initiative will impact our university. Seeking HSI status will […]
Guidance regarding non-MUPD law enforcement actions at Marquette and immigration enforcement actions
Marquette University has created a guidance for university employees when dealing with non-MUPD law enforcement actions, including actions taken by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Marquette University is a welcoming learning community that is open to people from a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and national origins. With respect to immigration enforcement, Marquette University and the Marquette University Police […]
Marquette University leaders show support for students affected by DACA announcement
Dear members of the Marquette community, Last week, Marquette University issued a statement in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. In light of Tuesday’s announcement by the Trump administration, we write to you today to express our unwavering support for students and families who are affected by the decision to rescind […]
Provost announces faculty cluster hire
The Office of the Provost, in collaboration with the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, the Diederich College of Communication, and the College of Business Administration, have announced a cluster hire supporting the development of the new Race and Ethnic Studies program at Marquette University. These faculty members will teach courses and conduct scholarship in support […]
The New LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group to host reception Aug. 24
The New LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group and the President’s Office invite all faculty and staff who identify as LGBTQ+ or as allies to attend a reception event to kick of the 2017-18 academic year. The reception will take place on Thursday, Aug. 24, in the Eisenberg Reading Room from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.