Marquette community mourns the loss of two student-athletes
Marquette University is mourning the heartbreaking loss of two students following a near-campus vehicular accident on September 5. Noah Snyder and Scott Michaud were both student-athletes on the Marquette men’s lacrosse team. We are grateful for the support from our passionate alumni community and for continuing to keep Noah and Scott’s parents, siblings and families, and the Marquette Athletics and college communities in your prayers.
Charting our Course PRESIDENTIAL ROLLOUT
Marquette University is proud to launch Charting Our Course — a coast-to-coast journey to introduce President Kimo Ah Yun to alumni, parents and friends while charting a bold course for the university’s future. Building on the inspiration of his spring inauguration, the initiative will share President Ah Yun’s vision for the years ahead, rooted in our Catholic, Jesuit tradition.
This fall, President Ah Yun will visit seven cities nationwide, beginning in September with stops in Milwaukee, the Twin Cities and Seattle. At each event, he will highlight the university’s momentum and expand on his inaugural theme: “Open your heart. Find your compass. Change the world.” (read more)
a record-breaking fundraising year
The Marquette University Advancement team raised $159.3 million in new gifts and confirmed pledges — the largest fundraising total in Marquette’s 144-year history. The results come just one year removed from the successful Time to Rise campaign.
“Whether you made your first gift this year or have supported Marquette faithfully for decades, each gift matters,” said Vice President for University Advancement Tim McMahon. “Together, we continue to foster a culture of philanthropy that is an important catalyst for the momentum our university is enjoying right now.” (read more)
Marquette Theatre Arts Collaborating with Skylight Music Theatre
Marquette University Theatre has announced its 2025-26 schedule of performances, including the season-opening production of “Fiddler on the Roof” to be performed at the Cabot Theatre in the Broadway Theatre Center in collaboration with the Skylight Music Theatre.
The cast also features a first-time collaboration with Marquette University performers making their Skylight (and many professional) debuts as Tevye’s eldest daughters: Erin Fricker as Tzeitel, Kynkade McLachlan as Hodel, and Naomi Kriege as Chava. Joining them are their three suitors: Grayson Buesing as Motel, Ben Shields as Perchik, and Michael Mingus as Fyedka. The Marquette ensemble includes Emmeline Buesing, Audrey Ellis, Mia Mannella, Nate Rodriguez, Kendall Syslack, and Joshua Zientara, all additionally making their Skylight debuts.
“Marquette Theatre Arts is thrilled to be collaborating with Skylight Music Theatre on Fiddler on the Roof,” said Jamie Cheatham, Artistic Director of Marquette Theatre. “This is the kind of experience our students will grow from and remember as a standout moment in their college careers. Helping our students make these great professional connections is also a great opportunity for them. Many thanks to Skylight for welcoming us into their work.”
Read more at Marquette Today here.
Welcome back to campus, Students!
Marquette undergraduate students returned to campus beginning on Wednesday, Aug. 20, taking part in a variety of events to kick off the 2025-26 academic year. As the first week of classes comes to an end, take a look back at all our campus community has already done through the lens of photographer Patrick Manning. Check out this year’s “Back to School” photos on Marquette Today.
Leadership
Marquette University receives $2 million gift from Stefan family
This summer, President Kimo Ah Yun announced that the university has received a $2 million gift from Jake and Stephanie Stefan, an engineering alumni couple. Their gift establishes an endowed fund to support the college’s Office of Industry Relations and its leader, ensuring that students continue to gain invaluable professional experiences that launch successful careers.
“Stephanie and I recognize that part of being successful is giving back to the community. This is something we learned a long time ago from our parents, and which was reinforced during our time at Marquette,” said Jake Stefan, President of ARCO DB Companies. Jake graduated in 1999 and Stephanie in 1998 from what is now the Opus College of Engineering. (read more)
EXCELLENCE
School of Dentistry launches general practice residency program with Aurora Health Care
The Marquette University School of Dentistry has announced the launch of a general practice residency program to provide post-graduate education and clinical training leading to proficiency in general dentistry. The program’s affiliated hospital will be Aurora Sinai Medical Center, near the Marquette campus, as part of a partnership between the School of Dentistry and Aurora Health Care.
“We are excited to start this new post-graduate program to offer pre- and early-career dentists a necessary training opportunity to learn proficiency in emergency and multidisciplinary care, to treat patients with special needs, and to be responsive to a changing health care environment,” said Dr. Elsbeth Kalenderian, dean of Marquette’s School of Dentistry. (read more)
Faith
Office of Mission and Ministry announces annual Ignatian theme
Building on the inspiring and faith-filled Ignatian themes of En Todo Amar y Servir and Imagine, the Office of Mission and Ministry is unveiling the Ignatian theme for the upcoming academic year: “I have called you friends.”
The theme stems from John 15:15 and is meant to inspire campus to connect with people: those we have known our entire lives, and others we have just met.
“To live connected is to walk gently, listen deeply, and love boldly,” the theme statement reads. “To choose belonging over isolation.” (read more)
SERVICE
Nicolet High School Student Raises over $11,000 for Marquette Backpack Program
After a tough year of injuries and surgery, Will O’Toole, a sophomore at Nicolet High School, decided to turn recovery into something bigger. What started as a goal to walk a marathon for Marquette’s Backpack Program turned into a double marathon — raising over $11,000 to support students facing food insecurity.
The Backpack Program is Marquette’s on-campus food pantry that provides groceries and necessary toiletries to any Marquette student who is having difficulty accessing affordable, nutritious food and other essential household items.
Marquette Families Host Class of 2029 at Summer Send-Offs
Throughout the months of July and August, alumni and parents across the country have generously hosted Summer Send-offs for the students and families of our incoming first year class. These events give incoming students and their families the opportunity to connect with other new Marquette students in their area to start building community before the year begins. (read more)
navigating the admissions process
In August, Dave, Bus Ad ’92, and Kerry, Arts ’93, Hughes generously hosted prospective students, parents and families in Mundelein, Ill., where the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Marquette Alumni Association provided an inside look at the college application process.
The Early Action deadline is November 15, 2025, and students who complete the Early Action application process will receive a decision by late December. The full admissions timeline, instructions for applying and other pertinent details are available on the admissions website.
Our Admissions counselors are hitting the road to meet with prospective students across the country! Follow this link to find your Admissions Counselor, and check out this site to find out when your Admissions counselor will be in your area. Continue to check this site as more dates and locations will be added.
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