Jan. 27, 2025

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MILWAUKEE — Media are invited to attend a tour of the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility, Marquette University’s recently reconstructed campus wellness and recreation building, on Thursday, Jan. 30, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Media will have the opportunity to see the completed facility, which opened its doors to students on Monday, Jan. 13, and conduct interviews with university and college leaders involved in the facility’s development.

More information about the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility is available online.

Details:

• Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 30, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Wellness + Helfaer Recreation, 526 N. 16th St.
• Parking: Parking is available in the 16th Street Parking Structure (749 N. 16th St.). A map of the visitor parking structures can be found here.

Photo/video/interview opportunities:

• Carolyn Smith, M.D., former acting chief wellness officer and director of the Marquette Medical Clinic

• Lora Strigens, vice president for planning and facilities management
• Luis de Zengotita, chief wellness officer
• Students

Thursday, Jan. 30, is “Dress Like Shaka Day”

Also of note, this media day falls during Homecoming Week and Thursday’s campus theme is “Dress Like Shaka Day.” Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to wear Coach Shaka Smart’s signature polo shirt over a long-sleeved shirt and khaki pants. This is not a dress code for attending media—though participation is welcome—but will create an additional fun aesthetic for the tour. Members of the media are welcome to stick around on campus for b-roll of the spirit day.

*Please note: To attend, media must contact Kevin Conway at (414) 202-9329 or at kevin.m.conway@marquette.edu.

About Marquette University

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university located near the heart of downtown Milwaukee that offers a comprehensive range of majors in 11 nationally and internationally recognized colleges and schools. Through the formation of hearts and minds, Marquette prepares our 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional students to lead, excel and serve as agents of positive change. And, we deliver results. Ranked in the top 20% of national universities, Marquette is recognized for its undergraduate teaching, innovation and career preparation as the sixth-best university in the country for job placement. Our focus on student success and immersive, personalized learning experiences encourages students to think critically and engage with the world around them. When students graduate with a Marquette degree, they are truly prepared and called to Be The Difference.

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About Kevin Conway

Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or kevin.m.conway@marquette.edu.