The division also is responsible for the Ethos Statement, a declaration of expectations governing student responsibilities in their individual conduct, their relationships with others, and their membership in the Marquette community. Educators in the division often work in partnership with students, faculty, and campus ministers in creating opportunities that challenge a student's personal, intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical development. They focus on needs, interests, and aspirations, and develop initiatives to help integrate all aspects of life at Marquette.
Special attention is given to connecting academic life with development as a person.
Student Affairs helps ensure that in addition to the knowledge, skills, and broadened perspectives acquired in the classroom, students graduate with interpersonal and leadership skills, an interest in serving community, and a sense of personal empowerment.