We offer a variety of programs to bring alumni and friends together, including reunions, chapter events, travel opportunities, and educational offerings. Please join us!

Upcoming Events
Oct 15

Renewing the Catholic Imagination: Faith and Formation in America at 250 A Gathering for Clergy and Religious Sponsored by the Office of Diocesan Engagement

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

Thu, Oct 15 2026, 8:00am-Fri, Oct 16 2026, 12:00pm ET

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Oct 16

Catholic Athletics Annual Golf Outing

Blue Mash Golf Course - Laytonsville, MD

Fri, Oct 16 2026, 7:30am-3:30pm ET

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Oct 16

Fall Meeting of the Family Business Consortium

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

Fri, Oct 16 2026, 9:00am-5:00pm ET

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Oct 16

Cardinal Weekend 2026

The Catholic University of America - Washington, DC,

Fri, Oct 16-Sun, Oct 18 2026

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Oct 16

Catholic University Volleyball Alumni Day

Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center - Washington, DC

Fri, Oct 16 2026, 5:00-8:30pm ET

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Oct 16

2026 Men's Lacrosse Alumni Day

Carlini Field at the DuFour Athletic Center - Washington, DC

Fri, Oct 16 2026, 6:00-8:00pm ET

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Oct 17

Softball Alumni Day 2026

Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center - Washington, DC

Sat, Oct 17 2026, 11:00am-12:00pm ET

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Oct 21

College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing Hard Hat Ceremony and Senior Design Poster Exhibition

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

Wed, Oct 21 2026, 5:00-8:00pm ET

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Oct 21

Mass of the Holy Spirit: Tucson | Opening Mass and Reception

St. Augustine Cathedral - Tucson, AZ

Wed, Oct 21 2026, 5:30-8:45pm MT

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Oct 22

Alumni Happy Hour: Cardinal Athletics Giving Challenge

Union Trust Bar - Washington, DC

Thu, Oct 22 2026, 4:30-7:00pm ET

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Oct 28

Denver Catholic University Reception

Residence of Michael and Lara O'Shaughnessy - Denver, CO

Wed, Oct 28 2026, 6:00-8:00pm MT

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Oct 29

Fall Sales Social

The Dubliner - Washington, DC

Thu, Oct 29 2026, 6:00-9:00pm ET

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Nov 04

HR Speaker Series - Protected for Purpose: A Two-Part Series - Part 2

Webinar - Online,

Wed, Nov 4 2026, 3:00-4:00pm ET

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Nov 10

George Washington and the American Military Tradition: A Free Lecture and Reception Honoring Military Historian William M. Hammond and Celebrating the U.S. Semiquincentennial

Caldwell Hall | Caldwell Auditorium - Washington, DC

Tue, Nov 10 2026, 6:00-8:00pm ET

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Nov 11

Boston Catholic University Reception

Seaport East at Commonwealth Pier - Boston, MA

Wed, Nov 11 2026, 6:00-8:00pm ET

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Nov 13

Gold Mass

Caldwell Hall | Saint Paul Chapel - Washington, DC

Fri, Nov 13 2026, 8:15am-12:00pm ET

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Nov 19

CatholicU on Wall Street Networking Reception

Cornell Club NYC - New York, NY

Thu, Nov 19 2026, 5:30-7:30pm ET

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Apr 08

Third Annual Cardinals for Christ Dinner for Alumni Clergy and Religious

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

Thu, Apr 8 2027, 5:30-8:00pm ET

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Signature Events

CUOnline

CUOnline is a series of virtual events designed to offer alumni engaging and educational information on today's most relevant topics brought to you by the Catholic University community.
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Alumni Association Awards Ceremony

During this regularly occurring event, we honor the extraordinary work and service of Catholic University's most distinguished alumni. 
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Cardinal Day of Service

Imagine alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and friends of Catholic University uniting for a day to volunteer in their communities. Although separated geographically, we can serve as one. Our bond would be stronger than the distances that separate us. Our sum would be greater than our parts. Our impact would be truly awesome.
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The Founders Day Giving Challenge

Every year in early April, we come together as a community to make a difference and celebrate the day Catholic University was founded, April 10, 1887, by conducting an annual giving challenge. By presenting shared goals and stimulating friendly rivalries, we foster a communal sense of Cardinal pride.
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Senior Class Gift

Each year, the senior class rallies to advance Catholic University by generously contributing to the Senior Class Gift. This year, the students on the Student Philanthropy Council ask the Class of 2025 to give back to the departments and organizations on campus that made the greatest impact on your time here as CatholicU students. 
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Giving Tuesday: #GivingTuesday

On the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, consider making The Catholic University of America a philanthropic priority during the giving season. Be a part of a larger cause by making a gift to the University and sharing your support on social media.
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Cardinal Athletics Giving Challenge

Who would win between football and basketball? Lacrosse and tennis? Golf and volleyball? We’ll never have a definitive answer, but with the Cardinal Athletics Giving Challenge, we level the playing field so that the varsity sports can compete against each other. This year's challenge dates will take place between October 22-29.
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Athletics Hall of Fame

In collaboration with the Athletics Department, we recognize and honor alumni and coaches who made distinguished contributions to varsity athletics at Catholic University.
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Cardinal Weekend

Cardinal Weekend is Catholic University’s annual homecoming and reunion extravaganza. All alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and students are invited to take part in the largest gathering of the CatholicU Cardinal family.
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