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2024

  • Students Share Many Innovative Discoveries at Massive University Research Day

    Students Share Many Innovative Discoveries at Massive University Research Day

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  • Student Sustainability Research Rooted in Pope’s Call to Care for Creation 

    Student Sustainability Research Rooted in Pope’s Call to Care for Creation 

    Architecture student fell in love with finding solutions for sustainability issues at Catholic University. 

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  • Research of Holocaust Survivor’s Art Leads Student To Find Deeper Faith Connections

    Research of Holocaust Survivor’s Art Leads Student To Find Deeper Faith Connections

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  • A student shares the results of her research during University Research Day 2023 poster presentation session in the Edward J. Pryzbyla Center’s Great Room. (Catholic University/Patrick G. Ryan)

    Celebrate Our Culture of Discovery at University Research Day 2024

    The ninth annual URD on Wednesday, April 17 will be an in-person and virtual event showcasing the diversity of the educational experience and culture of discovery at The Catholic University of America

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  • Father Byron: A Man of the People

    Father Byron: A Man of the People

    “He wanted the University to shine and he made a point of getting to know the movers and the shakers to share that light."

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  • University’s Social Work, Law Schools Named Among Nation’s Best

    University’s Social Work, Law Schools Named Among Nation’s Best

    The Catholic University of America’s well-earned national reputation as a comprehensive higher education and research institution was further solidified by the U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 graduate school rankings. 

     

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  • Remembering Fr. William J. Byron, S.J.: A Tribute to a Visionary Leader

    Remembering Fr. William J. Byron, S.J.: A Tribute to a Visionary Leader

    Father William J. Byron, S.J., served as the twelfth President of The Catholic University of America from 1982-1992

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  • Students share the eclipse experience and protective glasses outside Hannan Hall (Catholic University/Patrick G. Ryan)

    Eclipse Brings Together Enthusiasts and Experts for Campus-Wide Viewing Party

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  • Ten University Students Enter the Catholic Church During Easter Vigil

    Ten University Students Enter the Catholic Church During Easter Vigil

     

    Students share the emotional journey to the faith. Read More
  • University to Host Conference on Catholic Approach to Changing Realities at the U.S. Border

    University to Host Conference on Catholic Approach to Changing Realities at the U.S. Border

    The conference will discuss the lived experience of immigrants, roots of Catholic engagement with immigration, advocacy, and policy priorities that reflect the Church’s concerns for human dignity, and a path forward for Catholic organizations working with migrants and refugees.

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  • Enthusiasm Overflows at University’s Joyful Brand Celebration

    Enthusiasm Overflows at University’s Joyful Brand Celebration

    “What could be better than to lead with light, radiate joy, or radiate goodness, truth, and beauty? It's a message that I think everyone in our country is really looking for right now – optimism, hope, and joy,”

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  • Campus Honors Difference Makers on Campus During Women's History Month

    Campus Honors Difference Makers on Campus During Women's History Month

    Women's History Month is being celebrated across campus.

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  • Catholic University Recognized as a Top Ten Military Friendly School

    Catholic University Recognized as a Top Ten Military Friendly School

    “There's a genuine level of care and investment from the staff and faculty in our student success,” said Curtis Addleman, the University’s executive director of Military and Veteran Student Services.

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  • Candlelit Stations of the Cross Start Holy Week Activities on Campus

    Candlelit Stations of the Cross Start Holy Week Activities on Campus

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  • University Honored for Solar, Sustainability Innovations by City

    University Honored for Solar, Sustainability Innovations by City

    The University's new solar array is scheduled to open this summer and will provide locally generated, clean energy to District households, small businesses, nonprofits, and seniors in the city’s Ward 5. 

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  • Jonathan Roumie of “The Chosen” to be Catholic University’s 2024 Commencement Speaker

    Jonathan Roumie of “The Chosen” to be Catholic University’s 2024 Commencement Speaker

    Roumie, who will also receive an honorary degree from the University, is best known for his role as Jesus in “The Chosen,” a television series about the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth.

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  • The Catholic University of America Unveils Lead with Light Brand

    The Catholic University of America Unveils Lead with Light Brand

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  • Professor Regina Jefferson Appointed to the ERISA Advisory Council

    Professor Regina Jefferson Appointed to the ERISA Advisory Council

    Jefferson is a nationally recognized authority on pension law, employee benefits, and tax law.

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  • Mount Athos abbot Fr. Chrysostomos Koutloumousianos celebrates vespers at the Byzantine chapel at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception upon the conference's conclusion.

    Thought-Provoking Conference on Eastern Monasticism Offers Contemporary Lessons for Mental Wellness

    The School of Theology and Religious Studies’ Institute for the Study of Eastern Christianity hosted a two-day interdisciplinary conference on monastic contemplative practices and mental healing.

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  • Architecture Major Dreams of a Magic Kingdom of His Own

    Architecture Major Dreams of a Magic Kingdom of His Own

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  • Basketball Teams See Historic Seasons End in NCAA Tournament Second Round Games

    Basketball Teams See Historic Seasons End in NCAA Tournament Second Round Games

    University's Men's and Women's basketball teams each fought valiantly to the end.

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  • See Incredible Images From Catholic's NCAA Tournament Victory

    See Incredible Images From Catholic's NCAA Tournament Victory

    The Cardinals will play Rowan State at the DuFour Center Center at 5:45 p.m. Get more details on the Gameday page.

     

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  • Women's Basketball Gets First NCAA Tournament win in 11 Years

    Women's Basketball Gets First NCAA Tournament win in 11 Years

    Carly Mulvaney scored 22 points Friday in the victory.

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  • Catholic's Men's Team Advances in NCAA Tournament With 75-72 OT Thriller

    Catholic's Men's Team Advances in NCAA Tournament With 75-72 OT Thriller

    Jesse Hafemeister and Enzo Sechi each scored 21 in the victory.

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  • Catholic University of America to Celebrate Women’s History Month, Honor Community Members

    Catholic University of America to Celebrate Women’s History Month, Honor Community Members

    More than 100 submissions from campus community members have been entered to highlight impactful women.

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  • University’s Solar Array Is A Monumental Effort

    University’s Solar Array Is A Monumental Effort

    This summer, the University will officially be home to the D.C. area’s largest solar array, one that NBC4 in Washington called big “enough to fill 19 football fields.”

     

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  • Launching of Africana Studies Program a Milestone for University

    Launching of Africana Studies Program a Milestone for University

    While Black History Month is coming to a close, ongoing academic pursuits are happening daily on campus all year thanks to the tenacity of students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

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  • How To Watch the Catholic University Basketball NCAA Tournament Games

    How To Watch the Catholic University Basketball NCAA Tournament Games

    Catholic University enters the tournament as champions of the Landmark Conference, boasting a record of 24-3.

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  • Father Robert Sirico Joins Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship’s Distinguished Fellows 

    Father Robert Sirico Joins Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship’s Distinguished Fellows 

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  • The Thrilling Final Moments of the Men's Basketball Championship Victory

    The Thrilling Final Moments of the Men's Basketball Championship Victory

    See a slideshow of images from the historic victory for the men's basketball team.

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  • University's Men's Basketball Team Wins Conference, Headed to NCAA Tournament

    University's Men's Basketball Team Wins Conference, Headed to NCAA Tournament

    The Cardinals improved to 24-3 on the season.

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  • University Hosting, Playing in Men's and Women's Basketball Championships

    University Hosting, Playing in Men's and Women's Basketball Championships

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  • From left to right: University President Peter Kilpatrick, William McGurn, University trustee Julie McGurn, and Busch School of Business Dean Andrew Abela

    Artwork by Captive Pro-Democracy Activist Jimmy Lai Installed in Maloney Hall

    An image of the crucified Christ drawn by human rights activist and Catholic convert Jimmy Lai from his prison cell was unveiled by his friends and supporters on Thursday in Maloney Hall.

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  • Catholic Athletics and Special Olympics DC Partner on Another Successful Polar Plunge

    Catholic Athletics and Special Olympics DC Partner on Another Successful Polar Plunge

    More than $39,000 was raised to benefit Special Olympics DC and specific athletic programs at Catholic. 

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  • University Marks Ash Wednesday and Start of Lent

    University Marks Ash Wednesday and Start of Lent

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  • Inside the Joyous Celebration of a Saint During Black History Month

    Inside the Joyous Celebration of a Saint During Black History Month

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  • University Aims To Deepen Lenten Season for Each Community Member

    University Aims To Deepen Lenten Season for Each Community Member

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  • University President Peter Kilpatrick and Catholic legal scholar Helen M. Alvaré, MA 1989, speak to an audience gathered in Heritage Hall on Feb. 6. (Catholic University/Patrick G. Ryan)

    Catholic Legal Scholar Helen Alvaré Shares How to Advocate for Religious Freedom

    University President Peter Kilpatrick hosted Catholic legal scholar Helen Alvaré for a Feb. 6 conversation with the campus community on how to speak about religious freedom without playing into secular society’s false impression that it is a license to discriminate.

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  • Professor Andreas Widmer Named Knight of Saint Sylvester

    Professor Andreas Widmer Named Knight of Saint Sylvester

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  • University Opens Centennial Anniversary of Its Oliveira Lima Library

    University Opens Centennial Anniversary of Its Oliveira Lima Library

    The collection now numbers 60,000 items that include books, manuscripts, pamphlets, maps, photographs, and works of art.

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  • Catholic Legal Scholar Helen Alvaré Honored Guest at Next Presidential Speaker Series

    Catholic Legal Scholar Helen Alvaré Honored Guest at Next Presidential Speaker Series

    She will discuss how Catholic organizations can adopt a new approach to advocating for the centrality of the Church’s moral teaching to their mission. 

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  • University Hosts Discussion on Church's History With Slavery

    University Hosts Discussion on Church's History With Slavery

    Author Rachel L. Swarns discussed her book, “The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Catholic Church" with a large crowd inside Heritage Hall on Feb. 1.

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  • On-Campus Summit Highlights how AI is Reshaping National Security

    On-Campus Summit Highlights how AI is Reshaping National Security

    The "Generative AI and National Security" summit on Jan. 31 brought innovators, policy leaders, and experts together to discuss how generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping national security. 

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  • University Offers Many Perspectives and Experiences During Black History Month

    University Offers Many Perspectives and Experiences During Black History Month

     "It’s important to understand that Black History is American History,”

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  • Author Brings Powerful Book on Slavery and Catholic Connections to Campus

    Author Brings Powerful Book on Slavery and Catholic Connections to Campus

    Prior to her upcoming talk on campus, Swarns answered questions about how her faith and book coincide with history.

     

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  • Institute for the Transformation of Catholic Education Expands Outreach to 280 Schools

    Institute for the Transformation of Catholic Education Expands Outreach to 280 Schools

    The Catholic University of America’s Institute for the Transformation of Catholic Education (ITCE) marked National Catholic Schools Week by announcing that 93 schools in six dioceses joined as new members of the Lumen Accreditation program, the first Catholic national accreditation for Catholic schools. This expands the number of schools Lumen serves to 280 in six states.

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  • Friendship Highlights Annual Patronal Feast Mass

    Friendship Highlights Annual Patronal Feast Mass

    Hundreds gathered for the annual Mass that starts the spring semester.

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  • Annual Mass of St. Thomas Aquinas to Open 2024 Spring Semester

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  • Dorothy Dress to be Auctioned to Support the Rome School of Music, Arts, and Drama

    Dorothy Dress to be Auctioned to Support the Rome School of Music, Arts, and Drama

    The dress will be auctioned to raise funds for an endowed professorship at Catholic University’s Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art.

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  • Courage and Compassion: Two Sides of the Same Nurse

    Courage and Compassion: Two Sides of the Same Nurse

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  • A Student’s Perspective: Heeding the Call on Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day of Service

    A Student’s Perspective: Heeding the Call on Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day of Service

    At Catholic University, service is a fundamental aspect of community involvement, and it's heartening to see students from varied backgrounds come together in the spirit of service.

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  • University’s Students Emphasize Dignity At March for Life

    University’s Students Emphasize Dignity At March for Life

    The annual national march promotes the dignity of human life by working to end abortion.

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  • The Catholic University of America Marches for Life in 2024 

    The Catholic University of America Marches for Life in 2024 

    The University Joins the National March for Life in Celebration and Advocacy.

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  • Poster for AI conference

    Innovators, Policy Leaders to Gather for Summit on AI and National Security

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  • The Catholic University of America Unites Community for MLK Day of Service

    The Catholic University of America Unites Community for MLK Day of Service

    The University's community will mobilize for this impactful event, to create a positive and lasting impact in our neighborhoods.

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  • All Eyes Are On Catholic University's Basketball Teams

    All Eyes Are On Catholic University's Basketball Teams

    The University’s nationally ranked men’s and women’s teams will host a major doubleheader Friday with Scranton at 5 and  7 p.m. respectively.

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  • University Community Update: Wishing Bishop O’Connell a Swift Recovery

    University Community Update: Wishing Bishop O’Connell a Swift Recovery

    This statement was released to the campus community today.

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  • The Catholic University of America Will Serve as a  Premiere Sponsor of the National Eucharistic Congress

    The Catholic University of America Will Serve as a Premiere Sponsor of the National Eucharistic Congress

    Donor-provided funds will support this once-in-a-generation opportunity

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