Marquette University, Private Jesuit university in Milwaukee, United States
Marquette is a university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, occupying a contiguous site in the downtown core and surrounded by dormitories, libraries, and sports facilities. The campus combines historic brick buildings with modern research centers and accommodates around 11,200 students.
Archbishop John Henni founded the institution in 1881 to educate German-speaking immigrants in Milwaukee. Starting in 1909, the institution became the first Catholic university worldwide to admit men and women together.
The campus takes its name from Jacques Marquette, a French missionary who explored the Great Lakes region during the 17th century. Jesuits run one of the larger Catholic educational institutions in the country here, known for its open culture of learning.
The campus covers around 93 acres (38 hectares) within walking distance of the city center, making it easy for visitors to find their way. Individual buildings open to guests during term time, though opening hours vary by area.
Around one quarter of undergraduates work directly with faculty on research projects, often outside traditional classroom settings. This collaboration contributes to an annual research budget exceeding 40 million dollars.
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