Wednesday, February 5, 2020
6:45 p.m. Light Dinner
7 p.m. Program
AMU Ballroom AB, 3rd Floor
The Educational Opportunity Program's 50th anniversary celebration continues during Mission Week in February with a panel discussion moderated by Vivian King. Hear panelists The Hon. M. Joseph Donald, Arts '82, Law '88; Rev. Ryan Duns, S.J.; Maureen Hoyler, Arts '70, Law '79; George Thompson, III, SP '69, as they share their stories - some from the perspective of history and others from the perspective of the program's impact on their lives. In the spirit of gratitude, we have the opportunity to appreciate the roles of the courageous leaders who came together at a pivotal moment to help frame what's important for Marquette to consider over the next 50 years - particularly its commitment to Milwaukee's first-generation college students.
EOP was founded in 1969 in the wake of crucial events that include the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Milwaukee's open housing marches, student protests demanding action to attract and support African American students, and several Jesuits and members of the men's basketball team threatened to leave the university. EOP was born to help first-generation and income-eligible college students and is still serving that mission today.
This program will look at the intersection of civil rights and the Jesuit mission, including the role of student activists, faculty, Jesuits and the men's basketball team in EOP's creation. It also will look at the program's profound impact through the lens of its alumni.
Please register by Monday, February 3rd.
This event is sponsored by Mission Week, Marquette Forum, Marquette Athletics and EOP.
