National Marquette Day Milwaukee Events
Join us for the annual Daniels Forum that brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and the Marquette community to honor the legacy of the late Joe Daniels, former Keyes Dean of Business Administration. The forum reflects his unwavering commitment to ethical leadership, academic excellence, and community engagement.
This year’s event features a fireside chat titled "Ignatian Values Meets M&A: A Journey in Purpose-Driven Leadership" with Andrew DeGuire, James H. Keyes Dean of Business Administration and Margo Loebl*, Global Financial Executive and Board of Managers, PJM Interconnection, LCC.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. CST
O'Brien Hall, Michels Family Forum, 150A/B 1530 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Marquette University campus
The Daniels Forum is dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of beloved faculty member and former Keyes Dean of the College of Business Administration, Joe Daniels, who tragically passed away in 2020. Joe was a passionate educator, an influential leader, and a steadfast advocate for the mission of Marquette University. Each year, we highlight an individual whose work exemplifies Marquette’s mission through their demonstration of resilience, integrity, and a commitment to service in the face of challenges, just as Joe did throughout his life.
Enjoy donuts with the dean under the atrium lobby and explore the newly opened home for the College of Nursing in the fully renovated Straz Hall. Access to amazing learning and student community-building spaces and the Ascension Center for Clinical Simulation and Learning will be provided on your self-guided tour.
10 to 11:30 a.m. CST – College of Nursing Open House
David A. Straz, Jr., Hall
1225 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, Marquette University Campus
Registration appreciated, but not required.
Join Vice President for Planning and Facilities Management and University Architect Lora Strigens for a behind-the-scenes tour of our newest facility on campus. Marquette opened its new Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility, a 195,000-square-foot re-imagining of health, wellness, and recreation services on campus, on Jan. 13, the first day of the 2025 spring semester. Check out the photo collage.
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. CST Tour will begin in the lobby.
Wellness + Helfaer Recreation Facility 525 N. 16th St., Milwaukee, Marquette University Campus
Join fellow alumni during National Marquette Day weekend for a special Mass. All are welcome!
4:00 – 4:30 p.m. CST – Mass
Church of the Gesu, Lower Church
1145 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee
Young alumni, join us for National Marquette Day at our very own Blue and Gold Beer Garden at the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom. Hang out with friends in a vibey atmosphere, while enjoying yard games, a 360 photo booth, and delicious game day fare.
4:30 p.m. CST – Pregame Celebration
Baird Center, Rooftop Ballroom 405 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee
The registration fee includes a dinner buffet of game day fare and hosted beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. A portion of the registration fee will be considered a non-refundable gift to the Marquette University Milwaukee Endowed Scholarship Fund.
Join Marquette alumni, fans, and friends in Milwaukee to celebrate together before Marquette Men’s Basketball faces UConn on National Marquette Day! Marquette will take over the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom and atrium space, with floor-to-ceiling skyline views of Fiserv Forum and downtown Milwaukee.
Make sure to bring out the entire Marquette family and enjoy face-painting and Marquette-themed activities!
5 p.m. CST – Pep Rally and Pregame Celebration
Baird Center, Rooftop Ballroom 405 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee
The registration fee includes a dinner buffet of game day fare and hosted beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. A portion of the registration fee will be considered a non-refundable gift to the Marquette Blue & Gold Fund.