Photo/Video Advisory: Marquette University to host Media Day for opening of new home for College of Nursing, Sept. 3

Aug. 29, 2024

MILWAUKEE - Media are invited to attend a tour of the recently reconstructed David A. Straz Jr. Hall, the new home of the Marquette University College of Nursing, on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 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, Aug. 26, and conduct interviews with university and college leaders involved in the facility's development.

Details:

• Date/Time: Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

• Location: David A. Straz Jr. Hall, 1225 W. Wisconsin Ave. (east end of Central Mall)
• Parking: Parking is available in the Wells Street Parking Structure (1240 W. Wells St.). A map of the visitor parking structures can be found here.

Photo/video/interview opportunities:

• Dr. Jill Guttormson, dean of the College of Nursing
• Lora Strigens, vice president for planning and facilities management
• Nursing students

*Please note: To attend, media must contact Kevin Conway at (414) 202-9329 or at [email protected].

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.

About Kevin Conway

Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of University Relations. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or [email protected].