Employee Resource Groups

The Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion supports several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that actively engage the campus and Milwaukee-area communities. As envisioned in Marquette’s strategic planning theme, A Culture of Inclusion, the primary objectives of ERGs are to promote a sense of community, build personal and professional networks, enhance employee support and retention, and assist in attracting new employees to Marquette to foster a diverse and inclusive community. Each ERG has a direct link to a liaison on the University Leadership Council. While the ERG model is based on common background or interest, in the spirit of inclusivity, any employee can join any ERG. Students are not eligible to become members of ERGs; however, there may be opportunities for student organizations and ERGs to collaborate on or co-sponsor programming.

Resources:

Below you will find information about our current ERGs. If you have questions about ERGs or have an idea for a new ERG, please contact Jacki Black, director for Hispanic initiatives and diversity & inclusion educational programming. 

To sign up for the mailing list(s) for any of the existing ERGs, please complete this form:

 


Meet our ERG chairs:

Hispanic/Latinx Faculty and Staff Association

The Hispanic/Latinx Faculty and Staff Association is dedicated to the advancement and contributions of the Hispanic/Latinx community at Marquette University. We are committed to the Catholic, Jesuit value of inclusiveness and support the success of Hispanic/Latinx students, staff, and faculty. We do this by serving as a campus resource and raising awareness of Hispanic/Latinx issues and needs. We support efforts to enhance and sustain representation of Hispanic/Latinx faculty and staff on decision-making bodies. We promote the richness of the Hispanic/Latinx culture and help strategize ways to increase inclusion and interaction among the different cultures represented by Marquette’s faculty and staff.

For more information, contact:

Yvonna M. Rosa-Collins
Anatomical Laboratory Coordinator, Biomedical Sciences
yvonna.rosa-collins@marquette.edu 
414-288-4617

Yvonne Printz
Academic Advisor, Opus College of Engineering
yvonne.printz@marquette.edu 
414-288-5335

Alejandra Jolon
Human Resources Coordinator
alejandra.jolon@marquette.edu 
414-288-0590

LGBTQ Employee Resource Group

The LGBTQ Employee Resource Group works to build a supportive and affirming atmosphere for LGBTQ staff and faculty at Marquette University. Our group organizes social and educational events for Marquette faculty and staff, who identify as LGTBQ or as allies.

For more information, visit this page or contact:

Rick Boyd, M.Ed.
Adjunct Instructor, Physics
rick.boyd@marquette.edu  
414-288-2164

Jennifer Maney, Ph.D. 
Director, Center for Teaching and Learning
jennifer.maney@marquette.edu   
414-288-4573

Marquette Black Faculty and Staff Network

The Marquette Black Faculty and Staff Network (MBFSN) supports the mission of Marquette University and seeks to strengthen Marquette's commitment to equity and inclusion. The MBFSN advocates and supports Marquette's efforts to attract employees from diverse backgrounds, provides guidance and support to students, and encourages greater participation in the life of the University. Network members actively engage in creative and innovative ideas that support university employees, student communities, relevant alumni groups, and the university's engagement in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin.

For more information, contact: 

Latrice Harris-Collins
Director of Community Relations & Outreach, Office of Undergraduate Admissions 
latrice.harris-collins@marquette.edu 
414-288-6798

Isaiah Banks
Pre-College Advisor, Educational Opportunity Program 
isaiah.banks@marquette.edu  

Gregory Griffin
College Division Counselor, Educational Opportunity Program 
gregory.griffin@marquette.edu  
414-288-3127

Marquette Moms

Marquette Moms is a group to support Moms at Marquette University as they strive to balance work, professional development, and family. Through lunch and learns, retreats, service projects, and online communication, MU Moms shares research, articles, and experiences to help Moms grow in parenthood and as professionals.

For more information, contact:

Renee Georgiev
Coordinator for Administrative Services, AMU
renee.georgiev@marquette.edu 
414-288-3110

Eliza Gomez
Administrative Assistant, Physical Therapy
eliza.gomez@marquette.edu
(414) 288-7194

Sue Cirillo
Assistant to the Dean, College of Business Administration
sue.cirillo@marquette.edu
(414) 288-7141

Rae-Ann Vanek
Administrative Assistant, Office of Mission and Ministry
raeann.vanek@marquette.edu
414-288-5091

Marquette Social Professionals

Marquette Social Professionals welcomes all MU employees to join their peers from across our diverse campus to a variety of social events and activities throughout the year. Through social engagement and interaction, MSP seeks to foster and promote employee development, retention, well-being, recruitment, community engagement, and more.​

For more information, contact:

Calley Hostad
Multi-Media Manager, College of Communication
cailin.hostad@marquette.edu  
414-288-0659

Sustainable Marquette Employee Resource Group

The Sustainable Marquette Employee Resource Group supports the university's guiding values and pledges to pray for, learn about, assess, act upon, and advocate for climate justice.  By providing a platform for shared resources, workshops, and discussions, we seek to engage MU faculty and staff in incorporating sustainable practices into their personal and professional lives.  Our group organizes opportunities for faculty and staff to get involved in community and campus sustainability efforts at whatever level they feel most comfortable and assists in developing knowledge and skills with respect to sustainability.

For more information, visit the Sustainable Marquette ERG webpage or contact:

Chelsea Malacara (she/her)
Sustainability & Energy Management Coordinator
chelsea.malacara@marquette.edu  
414-288-4542

Elisa Coghlan (she/her)
Associate Librarian
elisa.coghlan@marquette.edu   
414-288-7068

Womxn of Color Employee Resource Group

The Womxn of Color Employee Resource Group aims to affirm and build community among Marquette employees who identify as womxn of color (LGBTQ+ inclusive) through programming, social events, community engagement, and networking opportunities. Our objective is to provide resources for underrepresented women in a variety of ways – both formally and informally.

For more information, visit the Womxn of Color ERG webpage or contact:

Sheena Carey
Internship Coordinator/Lecturer, Diederich College of Communication
sheena.carey@marquette.edu 
414-288-7026

Women of Marquette Resource Group

The mission of the Women of Marquette Employee Resource Group is to connect and empower women across campus and affirm and enhance their contributions to our University community. In collaboration with campus partners, the Women of Marquette ERG will foster professional, personal and spiritual growth, through career development and educational workshops, volunteer opportunities, networking, information sharing, mentoring and speaker panels.

For more information, contact:

Emily Baseheart
Managing Director of Development, University Advancement
emily.baseheart@marquette.edu 
414-288-4701