Events

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.

During this biennial event, we honor the extraordinary work and service of Catholic University's most distinguished alumni and other deserving individuals.

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.

Every year in early April, we come together as a community to make a difference for our University and celebrate the day CatholicU 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.

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. 

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.

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 23-30.

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

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.