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COVID-19

Masks are still required in all indoor recreation spaces. The pool is the only exception

Gym and Rec center COVID-19 Protocols

Connor Baldwin, MUR Audio News Producer September 7, 2021
This year although restrictions are still in place students can use the center to a higher functions to allow more people to enter at a time.
The City of Milwaukee is recommending booster shots to vaccinated individuals

Other UW schools COVID-19 protocols

Bailey Striepling, News Reporter September 7, 2021
Marquette’s COVID-19 protocols include uploading proof of vaccination for all students taking classes in person, as well as a mask mandate for all students, faculty and staff in indoor public spaces.
84% of Marquette faculty and staff have uploaded proof of vaccination

84% of Marquette faculty and staff have uploaded proof of vaccination

Megan Woolard, Managing Editor of the Marquette Tribune September 2, 2021

Eighty-four percent of Marquette faculty and staff have uploaded proof of COVID-19 vaccination as of Aug. 31. Unlike students, faculty and staff did not have to apply for an exemption if they chose...

Students walking outside of Alumni Memorial Union.

Student and faculty vaccine requirement

Claire Driscol and Megan Woolard August 31, 2021
Marquette University President Lovell announced June 7 that students must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Aug.1.
Vaccinated individuals who come into contact with COVID-19 should continue to wear a mask and monitor their symptoms.

Quarantine spaces still available on campus

Bailey Striepling, News Reporter August 31, 2021
Vaccinated individuals who have been in close contact to someone with COVID-19 are recommended to get tested three to five days after exposure.
Marquette reacts to new mask mandate

Marquette reacts to new mask mandate

Julia Abuzzahab, Executive Projects Editor August 31, 2021
After Marquette announced masks are required on campus in public indoor spaces, students have expressed a variety of opinions.
EDITORIAL: Commend MU for implementing mask mandate

EDITORIAL: Commend MU for implementing mask mandate

August 31, 2021
Marquette's decision to require students, faculty and staff wear masks in indoor public spaces on campus prioritizes everyone's health and well-being.
COVID-19 cases have been on the rise due to the Delta variant. Photo via the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

GARNER: Individualism cannot continue during pandemic

Alexandra Garner, Executive Opinions Editor August 31, 2021
In order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and protect others, we must sacrifice our wants for the greater good.
Students must wear masks in indoor public spaces on campus.

CADY: Beginning again in strange times

Grace Cady, Managing Editor of the Marquette Journal August 31, 2021
In order to have a safe and fun college experience, we need to prioritize the safety of those around us.
Faculty and staff are now strongly encouraged to receive the COVID-19 vaccine

Faculty and staff are now strongly encouraged to receive the COVID-19 vaccine

Bailey Striepling, News Reporter August 24, 2021

Marquette University is strongly encouraging faculty and staff to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a news release. This decision comes as an attempt to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Marquette...

BREAKING: Marquette requiring masks in indoor spaces

BREAKING: Marquette requiring masks in indoor spaces

John Leuzzi, Executive Sports Editor August 16, 2021

On Monday afternoon, Marquette University announced in a press release that beginning August 17, masks will be required in indoor spaces. "In continued alignment with the City of Milwaukee Health...

As we try to move forward and away from the pandemic, we should also strive for connection and community.

GARNER: Being mindful as we move forward

Alexandra Garner, Executive Opinions Editor August 8, 2021
While we may be eager to return to normalcy, it is important to be mindful of how the COVID-19 pandemic will shape our future. 
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