Mission Week 2026-2027
Schedule
Sept. 26
5:30 p.m. 鈥� Mission Week / Family Weekend / Alpha Sigma Nu Induction Mass
Church of the Gesu
Sept. 27
9:30 a.m. 鈥� Mass
Chapel of the Holy Family
10:30 a.m. 鈥� Java with the Jesuits
AMU Rotunda
Sept. 28
11:00 a.m. 鈥� 1:00 p.m. 鈥� The Gathering
Monaghan Ballrooms in Alumni Memorial Union
Inspired by the Gospel call to let our light shine, The Gathering will explore themes of humility, generosity, inclusivity, and the power of relationships. Whether you are new to Marquette or have been part of the community for many years, this event offers an opportunity to pause, reconnect with colleagues, and reflect on the ways each of us helps advance Marquette's mission every day.
We hope you will join us as we gather in gratitude, celebrate our community, and recommit ourselves to being a light for and with others. All are welcome.
Sept. 29
11:45 a.m. 鈥� 1:30 p.m. 鈥� Business Leaders Forum and Mission Week Keynote Luncheon featuring Ms. Kathleen Hogan, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Transformation for Microsoft
AMU Monaghan Ballroom
Join us for a fireside chat featuring Kathleen Hogan, Microsoft鈥檚 EVP, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer. As Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Kathleen Hogan leads Microsoft鈥檚 enterprise-wide strategy and transformation agenda, mobilizing change across the company to accelerate its evolution into a Frontier Firm: one that is AI-powered, human-led, and continuously reinventing itself to create enduring impact.
Sept. 30
Noon 鈥� 1:00 p.m. 鈥� Camino Walk with Fr. Brendan McManus, S.J.
Wellness and Recreation
The Camino de Santiago is an ancient pilgrimage that draws people from around the world to walk simply, share life with others, and journey together to Santiago. By stepping away from the distractions of everyday life, pilgrims often discover deeper joy, connection, humility, and healing鈥攁nd here, we hope to recreate a bit of that experience.
Oct. 1
Noon 鈥� 6:00 p.m. 鈥� Global Fair
Ray and Kay Eckstein Commons
Rain location: Marquette Place, AMU
- Noon 鈥� 1:00 p.m. 鈥� Free Lunch
- 1:00 鈥� 3:30 p.m. 鈥� Learn more about the cultures represented at Marquette through dance performances, live music, arts, and crafts.
- 3:30 鈥� 4:45 p.m. 鈥� Bring-a-Friend Irish Dance C茅il铆
- 4:45 鈥� 6:00 p.m. 鈥� Learn more about the cultures represented at Marquette through dance performances, live music, arts, and crafts.
Oct. 2
8:30 a.m. 鈥� First Friday Mass and Fellowship
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
10 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m. 鈥� Student-Sport Summit
AMU 163, 252, 254
1 p.m. Axthelm Lecture with Jenny Fischer
AMU Ballrooms
Keep Showing Up with guest speaker Jenny Fischer
Jenny Fischer is the NBA鈥檚 Senior Social & Digital Content Lead, overseeing on-site coverage, real-time content strategy, and social content execution, and has helped drive record-breaking engagement during her seven years with the league. A Hartland, Wisconsin native with roots in journalism and multi-platform storytelling, she has led coverage of major NBA events, contributed to Netflix鈥檚 Court of Gold, and specializes in live-event storytelling and high-performance content distribution.
Outside of her professional accomplishments, Fischer is known for her mental health fundraising and advocacy. Her 鈥溾�� t-shirts have raised more than $150,000 for the .
