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TWO ENDOWED CHAIRS JOIN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

The two professorships are the first endowed chairs in the School of Engineering’s history.

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The Busch School of Business Celebrates 10 Years

The Catholic University community came together to celebrate a decade of success with the Busch School of Business.

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Giving Tuesday 2023 has highest participation in CatholicU history!

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CATHOLICU’S 2023 ATHLETICS GIVING CHALLENGE WAS MOST SUCCESSFUL EVER

A total of $519,906 was raised through 3,480 gifts from 4,363 donors.

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CARDINAL ALUMNI FLOCK HOME FOR CARDINAL WEEKEND

Cardinal Weekend 2023 was a resounding success, with more than 1,200 Catholic University alumni returning to campus this year.

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Campaign Progress University Surpasses $500 Million Goal

The University received over $518,544,740 in gifts through the help of 28,654 individual donors.

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Leadership annual giving 1887 Society

Join Catholic University's philanthropic society for leadership annual donors!

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Upcoming Events

Celebrate Catholic University with us! Join us for these upcoming events:

Apr 24

A Fireside Chat with the EEOC Commissioner: Diversity and Equity in America

Webinar - Online,

Wed, Apr 24 2024, 12:00-1:00pm

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Apr 25

Chicago Presidential Reception

Residence of Cardinal Blase J. Cupich - Chicago, IL

Thu, Apr 25 2024, 6:00-8:00pm

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May 01

Cardinals in Your City: Atlanta

The Southern Gentleman - Atlanta, GA

Wed, May 1 2024, 7:00-8:30pm

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May 11

Commencement Alumni Tickets

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (East Steps) - Washington, DC

Sat, May 11 2024, 9:15-11:00am

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May 18

Cardinals in the Ballpark: New York City

Hard Rock Cafe - Bronx, NY

Sat, May 18 2024, 11:00am-3:00pm

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May 21

The Joy of Pizza with Chef Chris Bianco

The Catholic University of America | Hannan Hall - Washington, DC

Tue, May 21 2024, 5:00-7:00pm

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May 25

Cardinals in the Ballpark: Boston

Landsowne Pub - Boston, MA

Sat, May 25 2024, 2:00-6:00pm

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Jun 01

Cardinals in the Ballpark: Philadelphia

Xfinity Live - Philadelphia, PA

Sat, Jun 1 2024, 5:00-9:00pm

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Jun 06

The Catholic University of America Architecture Alumni Reception

The Catholic University of America| Heritage Hall - Washington, DC

Thu, Jun 6 2024, 5:30-8:00pm

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Jun 08

Cardinals in the Ballpark: Waldorf

Regency Furniture Stadium - Waldorf, MD

Sat, Jun 8 2024, 5:30-8:30pm

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Jun 11

DMV Young Alumni Happy Hour

Royal Sands Social Club - Washington, DC

Tue, Jun 11 2024, 5:00-7:00pm

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Jun 22

Cardinals in the Ballpark: Frederick

Harry Grove Stadium - Frederick, MD

Sat, Jun 22 2024, 5:00-8:00pm

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Sep 20

SAVE THE DATE: Cardinal Weekend 2024

The Catholic University of America - Washington, DC,

Fri, Sep 20-Sun, Sep 22 2024

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Our Latest Stories
Catholic University Faculty and Staff
School of Engineering Welcomes First-Ever Endowed Chair
October 22, 2023

The University celebrated the establishment of the School of Engineering’s first endowed chair Tuesday evening, Sept. 12. The inaugural recipient of the St. Albert the Great Endowed Chair in Engineering — made possible by a gift from an anonymous donor — is Santiago Solares, an

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Four alumni named to University Board of Trustees
September 19, 2023
The Catholic University Board of Trustees recently added five new alumni members: John Carvelli, B.A. 1984; Rashaun Martin, B.A. 2001, former president of the Catholic University Alumni Association; Julie McGurn, P ’25; Vice Admiral (retired) Mel Williams Jr., M.S. 1984, former associate dean in the School of Engineering; His Excellency Bishop Robert Barron, Ph.B. 1981, M.A. 1982, bishop of the Diocese of Winona–Rochester in Minnesota.
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Light the Way: The Campaign for Catholic University Surpasses $500 Million Goal
June 06, 2023
The University has bested its half-billion dollar fundraising goal for Light the Way: The Campaign for Catholic University, raising $518,544,740. More than 300 donors and University friends attended the Campaign close celebration. Over the Campaign’s eight years, 28,654 donors contributed to its success.
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