The University Innovation Council is charged with developing and implementing the application process for the The Explorer Challenge 2.0, formerly known as the Strategic Innovation Fund. The cross-campus, interdisciplinary group will initially review and provide feedback on project pre-proposals and final proposals. The work of the Innovation Council is being coordinated by Dr. Jeanne Hossenlopp, Vice President for Research and Innovation.

Call for Innovation Council members!

Be an agent for change at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ! We are looking for members to serve on Innovation Council starting immediately. Please send a note telling us about your passion for innovation to innovation@marquette.edu by Friday, September 26. Open to all MU faculty, staff, and graduate/ doctorate students.

Innovation Council Responsibilities:

  • Review and edit the application process for the Explorer Challenge 2.0 
  • Review and provide feedback on project proposals, including staffing office hours and workshops 
  • Participate as a judge during the Explorer Challenge 2.0 pitch competition in the Spring
  • The council meets monthly during the academic year

Innovation Council Members:

  • Erin Folstad, Staff, Research and Sponsored Programs
  • Nathan Hammons, Faculty, Law School
  • Julie Knox, Staff, Information Technology
  • Dinesh Sabu, Faculty, Communication
  • Mark Wozny, Staff, Information Technology
  • Lee Za Ong, Faculty, Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology  
  • Matt Prigge, Staff, Research and Instructional Services Librarian 
  • Sara Spragg, Staff, Research and Innovation