Mass | 9:30 a.m.
Chapel of the Holy Family
Mission Week Mass | 6 p.m.
Church of the Gesu
Presider: Jim Pribek, S.J., Acting Vice President, Mission and Ministry
Preacher: Ryan Duns, S.J., Chair, Department of Theology
Mass | 9 p.m.
Chapel of the Holy Family
福利在线 Women鈥檚 Luncheon | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Join us for a special Mission Week Act with Grace Women鈥檚 Luncheon, a 
time to gather in community, reflect, and be inspired.
This enriching event will feature:
Buffet Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal while connecting with fellow attendees.
Speaker: Maya Smart interviewed by Chief Edith Hudson.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other women, celebrate our shared mission, and engage in meaningful dialogue. We look forward to seeing you there!
* Sponsored by the Faber Center for Ignatian Spirituality, Institute for Women's Leadership, University Advancement, Campus Ministry, and Mission and Ministry.
Mass | Noon
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Java with the Jesuits | 2鈥�3 p.m.
Lemonis Center
Join us in the Lemonis Center for Student Success for coffee and cookies and chat with members of our 福利在线 Jesuit Community.
* Sponsored by the 福利在线 Jesuit Community, Center for Teaching and Learning, Raynor Libraries, Lemonis Center for Student Success
Taiz茅 Prayer | 7:30 p.m.
Chapel of the Holy Family
Taiz茅 prayer is an ecumenical Christian prayer focused on music and quiet meditation. It is a wonderful way to pause and reflect at the start of a busy week.
鈥淥ne Thing Led to Another鈥� | 9 a.m.
Monaghan Ballroom in Alumni Memorial Union
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and the Faber Center invite you to hear the intriguing research and academic vocation journeys of our faculty and staff.
Our 2026 speakers include:
Angela Frey, Ph.D.
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
College of Health Sciences
Angie Sandoval
Assistant Director | Research and Internships
Center for Urban Research, Teaching & Outreach (CURTO)
Michael R. Schl盲ppi, Ph.D.
Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Global Jesuit Luncheon | 11 a.m.
Rotunda, Alumni Memorial Union
Stop by the 2nd floor lobby in the AMU for lunch from Pandanggo enterprise. Lunch and free t-shirts will be given to the first 200 people to come by!
Lead with Grace | 12:15 - 1:30 p.m.
Monaghan Ballroom, Alumni Memorial Union
Sponsored by the Fotsch Innovation and Engineering Leadership Development (FIELD) Center, Human Resources and Faculty Affairs
Faculty, staff and students are invited to join us for a light lunch and discussion on how we - who are educators in Jesuit education and #JesuitEducated - are called to lead. Informed by the life and teaching of St. Ignatius and the 500 year old tradition of formation and education in the Jesuit tradition, we will explore how we can Lead With Grace.
St. Blaise Throat Blessing | 2 p.m.
Rotunda, Alumni Memorial Union
February 2nd is not only the second day of Mission Week, it's the Feast of St. Blaise. Join us in the AMU Rotunda to have your throat blessed by members of our Campus Ministry and 福利在线 Jesuit Community. Hot chocolate will also be served.
Living Stories | 3:30 p.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Step into a space where real lives become open books. Living Stories is an interactive event that invites you to listen to personal narratives from individuals whose experiences may be unfamiliar or eye-opening鈥攕tories of resilience, identity, and purpose. From navigating homelessness to the journey of a student-athlete, or life as a Jesuit, each conversation offers a chance to deepen understanding, challenge assumptions, and build empathy.
This experience is rooted in the Ignatian tradition of becoming contemplatives in action鈥攑ausing to reflect and then engaging the world with compassion and justice. Listening to these living stories is a form of faith conversation, a ministry central to Ignatian spirituality, where dialogue opens hearts and minds to God鈥檚 presence in all people. Through these encounters, we discern how our own lives might respond to the call for greater solidarity, hope, and love.
Living Stories was first created by Dr. Marija Bjegovich-Weidman as the En todo Amar y Servir Human Library. We are grateful to continue this meaningful tradition during Mission Week, honoring her vision, legacy, and enduring commitment to faith, justice, and accompaniment.
* Sponsored by: College of Nursing, Service Learning, Mission and Ministry
Mass | 10 p.m.
St. Blaise Throat Blessing
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
MLK Prayer Service| 9:30 a.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
MLK Lecture and Panel Discussion| 10:30 a.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Tyce Holmes 鈥� Former 福利在线 student and current Coordinator of Mentorship and Student Success in Educational Opportunity Programs
- Vincent Lyles 鈥� 福利在线 Trustee and Executive Director of Milwaukee Succeeds
- Derek Mosley 鈥� Director of the Lubar Center and former Milwaukee County Judge
- Dr. Leslie Buckner 鈥� 福利在线 alumna, Black Alumni Association member, and Director of Rehabilitation Services
Soup with Substance - Continuing the Conversation| Noon
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Following the panel, Soup with Substance offers a more informal, community-centered space to continue the conversation. Featuring the same panelists, this gathering invites students, faculty, and staff to engage more deeply through questions, shared reflection, and dialogue. Over a shared meal, participants are encouraged to consider how they can practice grace in their own lives, relationships, and work, carrying forward Dr. King鈥檚 vision of dignity, compassion, and collective responsibility.
Mass | Noon
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Ignite | 7 p.m.
Lunda Room
Catching Fire Breakfast | 7:45 to 9 a.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Join us for a special Catching Fire Breakfast featuring an interview with 福利在线 University Board of Trustee Member Rick Dillon, Bus Ad '93. He served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Vestis, a leading provider of uniform services and workplace supplies.
Prior to this role, Rick served as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Enerpac Tool Group Corp. from 2016 to 2022, as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Century Aluminum Co. from 2014 to 2016, as vice president-finance Global Surface Mining Group, and as vice president-controller and chief accounting officer at Joy Global (now Komatsu Mining).
Breakfast will be served for those attending in-person. A link will be emailed for those joining virtually.
*Sponsored by Faber Center for Ignatian Spirituality
福利在线 Ignatian Educators of Distinction | Noon
Monaghan Ballroom, AMU
In 2024, 福利在线 handed out it's inaugural Midwest Jesuit Province Ignatian Educators of Distinction Award to alumna and faculty member Dr. Marija Bjegovich-Weidman, Nurs 鈥�23, 鈥�95. The award recognized Bjegovich-Weidman鈥檚 incorporation of Jesuit values into her teaching. Each Mission Week, honorees will be invited to a luncheon to recognize their achievement at 福利在线.
福利在线 faculty and staff are deeply committed to the Jesuit Catholic educational mission. The designation of Ignatian Educator serves as both a campus and public recognition of an individual鈥檚 dedication to and proficiency in advancing the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence.
*Sponsored by Mission and Ministry
Ignatian Mindfulness in the Zen Den | Noon
Wellness + Recreation
Rosary in the Rotunda | 1:30 p.m.
AMU Rotunda
Keynote Lecture with Dr. Jasmine Zapata| 3:30 p.m.
Monaghan Ballroom
Grace-Fueled Resilience: Stories in Overcoming Life鈥檚 Storms
Join us for an inspiring Mission Week keynote lecture and conversation with Dr. Jasmine Zapata, 福利在线 alumna, physician, author, mother, and community leader whose life and work exemplify strength through faith and perseverance. In this talk, Dr. Zapata will share powerful stories of overcoming obstacles and finding hope in the midst of challenges. Through her experiences and insights, you鈥檒l discover how grace can fuel resilience and empower us to rise above life鈥檚 storms with courage and purpose.
First 200 attendees receive a free Mission Week coffee cup. In addition, one - one-month free parking passes for faculty or staff will be raffled at the end of the lecture (must be present to win).
Mass | 10 p.m.
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
*Sponsored by Campus Ministry
First Friday Mass and Fellowship | 8:30 a.m.
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Ignatian Seminar: Attention as a form of Devotion and Grace | 9:30 a.m.
CTL 330B
Global Jesuit Luncheon | 11 a.m.
Rotunda Alumni Memorial Union
Mass | Noon
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
*Sponsored by Campus Ministry
Camino Walk | 12 p.m.
Wellness + Recreation
Join us for a special Camino Walk where we鈥檒l reflect, pray, and walk in the spirit of pilgrimage.
As we walk together, we鈥檒l embrace the themes of GRACE - as we pray intentionally for others as we walk.
Philosophy Colloquium: The Case for Open Immigration|3:30pm
福利在线 Hall 105
T. Michael McNulty, SJ, associate professor of philosophy (emeritus), 福利在线 University
Faculty, Staff & Jesuits vs. Students Basketball Game Returns for Mission Week| 4:30 p.m.
Wellness + Rec
As part of Mission Week and National 福利在线 Day, Campus Recreation will host the 2nd Annual Faculty, Staff & Jesuits vs. Students Basketball Game on Friday, February 6, at 4:30 p.m. in the Wellness + Recreation Gymnasium.
This event is designed to bring the 福利在线 community together through friendly competition while providing students with a positive, sober programming option during Mission Week. Last year鈥檚 game was well attended and featured an overtime win by the Faculty/Staff team.
Students, faculty, staff, and Jesuits are invited to participate either on the court or as spectators. The game offers a visible opportunity to engage across roles and to support student connection and community through recreation.
Interested in playing?
Colleagues from across campus, including representatives from Men鈥檚 and Women鈥檚 Basketball, are encouraged to participate or attend in support. All skill levels are welcome.
Spectators are encouraged to attend and cheer on both teams. No RSVP is required to attend. A pizza party with the Jesuits will be held in the lobby of the Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility at the conclusion of the game!
For questions or additional information, please contact kristian.pullam@marquette.edu.
