Light the Way: The Campaign for Catholic University

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Celebrate eight alumniAthletics Hall of Fame

Induction ceremony on Saturday, April 18

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Inaugural Winners of the Reunion CupsResults of the 2019 Reunion Class Challenge

Thank you to all members of the 2019 reunion classes, who raised a combined $2 million for the University.

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Dining CommonsGroundbreaking Ceremony

Experience the event highlights with a 2.5-minute video.

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Light the Way:The Campaign for Catholic University

Our first-ever comprehensive campaign and the most ambitious campaign in our history!

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Leadership annual giving1887 Society

Join Catholic University's newest philanthropic society!

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Rev. Steven L. Payne, O.C.D., Ph.D. 2000Installed as Carmelite Professor

Fr. Payne was installed as the Carmelite Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary Endowed Professor.

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Andrew and Ashley Schade, both B.A. 2010Champions of education

Andrew and Ashley Schade, both B.A. 2010, work in education and support education philanthropically.

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Did you know...The Fund for Catholic University

Six facts about the University's annual fund

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Upcoming Events

By undertaking the most ambitious campaign in our history, the University will light the way as the leading national Catholic research university.

Mar 29	Sun, Mar 29 2020, 2:00-4:00pm	Taste of Brookland & Beyond Father O'Connell Hall - Washington, District of Columbia Sun, Mar 29 2020, 2:00-4:00pm	Details
Apr 17	Fri, Apr 17 2020, 6:30-8:30pm	Captain John E. Smathers Scholarship Celebration Craves Alumni Center - Washington, DC Fri, Apr 17 2020, 6:30-8:30pm	Details
Apr 18	Sat, Apr 18 2020, 11:00am-3:00pm	The Catholic University of America \| 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Father O'Connell Hall - Washington, District of Columbia Sat, Apr 18 2020, 11:00am-3:00pm	Details

Accept the Challenge

Make an impact on Catholic University students and drum up excitement among your peers: Participate in an active or upcoming giving challenge by making a gift and spreading the word on social media.

Reunion Class Challenges

Add your name to the 2020 Reunion Alumni Honor Roll and help your reunion class win one of the reunion cups. (We're still tallying the 2019 winning classes. Stay tuned for results!)

Senior Class Gift

Before graduation in May 2020, add your name to the Class of 2020 Honor Roll and help your senior class reach a 50% participation rate. This year, your support helps fund the Class of 2020 Impact Scholarship.

The Fund for Catholic University

You don't need to wait for a challenge: Donating to the annual fund is one of the most powerful ways you can make an impact on Catholic University. Make your gift now to give the University the flexibility it needs to act when opportunities arise — or needs surface.

Your Catholic Connections

As the University works to serve the Church, the nation, and the world, University Advancement bridges all of its communities. We are building relationships for the next generation!