Events held at Marquette University  

As an institution of higher education, Marquette University encourages its community members to be active participants in the political process. At the same time, as a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, Marquette must remain nonpartisan to ensure its university resources are not used for or against any candidate for public office, political party, referendum, or ballot initiative. Maintaining the university’s 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status ensures the university and its students continue to be eligible to receive federal and state grants and other sources of financial aid.  

The statement below is read and/or posted at Marquette University events related to the democratic process or political issues.  

 

Statement related to events and Marquette’s nonprofit, nonpartisan status 

“The 500-year tradition of Jesuit education is grounded in the search for truth, the discovery of knowledge and the sharing of diverse viewpoints. As an institution of higher education in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition, Marquette University is committed to freedom of expression and open inquiry, deliberation and debate. The views expressed here today are those solely of the speaker and not of Marquette University. The use of Marquette's facilities does not constitute an endorsement of the views expressed. Marquette University does not endorse any candidate for public office, political party, or referendum matters and no fundraising for these activities can take place at this event.”