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Fr. Timothy Kesicki, S.J. at Liturgy Honoring Slaves Sold by Georgetown University: We Have Greatly Sinned

The liturgy, in honor of the 272 enslaved men, women and children sold by Maryland Jesuits in 1838, was attended by descendants of the enslaved people as well as members of the university community and the general public.
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Georgetown Announces Plans as other Jesuit Institutions Reflect on Historical Ties to Slavery

Georgetown University president John J. DeGioia, Ph.D., announced a series of steps the university will take to publicly address historical roots tied to slave ownership.
Marquette University graduates celebrate during the 2014 commencement ceremony [Marquette University]
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Marquette Plans Significant Increase to Hispanic Student Population

Marquette University announced this week an ambitious plan to increase the school’s Hispanic student enrollment by more than 15 percent over the next 10 years. The move will position the Catholic, Jesuit university to be designated a Hispanic-serving institution.