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Stories of Philanthropy
The Miracles of Mary in Ethiopia with Jeremy Brown, Ph.D. 2019
May 19, 2022On Thursday, March 17, we launched the Lunch and Learn series with a discussion that featured Jeremy Brown, Ph.D. 2019. Brown discussed his research on the Miracles of Mary in Ethiopia. Now, you can view the full discussion.
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COVID-19 vaccines and Catholic University: A discussion with Dr. Venigalla Rao
May 19, 2022On Wednesday, April 27, we were joined by Venigalla Rao, Ph.D., professor of biology in the School of Arts and Sciences, for a discussion about his career path in biological research and his time at Catholic University.
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Alumni panel discusses human dignity in the workplace
May 19, 2022On Thursday, April 21, we hosted a panel with three alumni who shared their tips, experiences, and unique perspectives on how to be the best colleague you can be in the workplace. You can now view the hour-long discussion in its entirety.
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AAPI alumni share workplace insights
May 19, 2022As part of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, on Thursday, May 12, we hosted a virtual career panel that discussed the importance of human dignity and how to value one another in the workplace. You can now view the entire discussion.
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Alumni Career Panel (Feb 2022)
May 18, 2022On February 24, 2022, we hosted an hour-long virtual career panel that helped alumni learn about life inside the WNBA bubble, the best way to coach leaders to success, and how to support diverse teams. Now, you may view the entire discussion.
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Interfaith ceremony dedicates new home of Angels Unawares statue on Catholic University’s campus
May 06, 2022On Friday, April 22, The Catholic University of America held an interfaith dedication ceremony on campus for Welcome Plaza, the newly constructed home of the bronze sculpture Angels Unawares.
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Alumnae panelists share stories of success
May 05, 2022On March 9, 2022, we celebrated Women's History Month with four talented, successful alumnae of The Catholic University of America. During a panel discussion, they shared how they achieved success in their respective careers. Now, you can watch a recording of the discussion among these extraordinary women!
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How should we remember? History, meaning, and community
School of Arts and Sciences Spring Speaker Series
May 04, 2022
In March, the School of Arts and Sciences held its 2022 Spring Speaker Series, consisting of two virtual panel discussions on memories and American foundings. Now, you may watch each discussion in its entirety.
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Honoring the best of Catholic University Athletics: Class of 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame
April 26, 2022On Saturday, April 2, the energy and emotion were palpable within Maloney Hall's Della Ratta Auditorium, which was packed with a standing-room-only crowd. What better place to welcome the newest members of the Athletics Hall of Fame than a space named in honor of the alumnus often considered Catholic University's greatest athlete: Joseph M. Della Ratta, B.A. 1953.
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Brian Cashman, B.A. 1989: Class of 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Member
April 26, 2022On Saturday, April 2, Brian Cashman, B.A. 1989, was formally inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was originally scheduled for 2020.
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Kevin Ricca, Class of 1998: Class of 2020 Hall of Fame Member
April 25, 2022On Saturday, April 2, Kevin Ricca, Class of 1998, was formally inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was originally scheduled for 2020.
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Angela Gloukhoff Wentling, B.B.E. 1994: Class of 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Member
April 22, 2022On Saturday, April 2, Angela Gloukhoff Wentling, B.B.E. 1994, was formally inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was originally scheduled for 2020.
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The Challenge of Easter Joy
April 18, 2022There is a lot that challenges the Easter season to, in fact, be an Easter “season.” Seven weeks of…JOY?!?! Impossible! Does this ask too much of believers? How is such a thing possible, especially when global, communal, and personal circumstances echo tragic and more virulent truths to mock such sentiments?
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Blackburn, Fisher, Homan, and Keating: Class of 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Members
April 08, 2022On Saturday, April 2, James Blackburn, B.A. 1975, M.A. 1978, Joseph Fisher, B.A. 1975, Philip Homan, B.S. 1976, and J. Kevin Keating, B.A. 1973, were formally inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was originally scheduled for 2020.
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Community brings success to the 2022 Founders Day Giving Challenge
April 06, 2022The Cardinal family united to make 834 gifts in celebration of the founding of The Catholic University of America, and the results were amazing. We thank everyone who participated.
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Patrick Maloney, B.A. 2002: Class of 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Member
April 04, 2022On Saturday, April 2, Patrick Maloney, B.A. 2002, was formally inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was originally scheduled for 2020.
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First in-person Gratus celebration honors University's friends and benefactors
March 25, 2022On March 21, Catholic University held its first in-person Gratus celebration honoring the University’s friends and benefactors. Two previous Gratus events were held virtually due to the pandemic. Nearly 300 gathered in the Great Room of the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center to enjoy dinner
Be present — this Lenten season is a gift
February 22, 2022Ash Wednesday and the Lenten season have arrived.
I remember thinking at some point — during these last two years of pandemic and societal strife — that I felt like we were in a perpetual Lent. It seemed that there was only suffering, pain, and
Karen Coss Ridenour, M.S.N. 1972, provides opportunities for graduate students
February 22, 2022Through several gifts to the University — a bequest to create an endowed graduate nursing scholarship in the Conway School of Nursing, as well as gifts to fund current graduate nursing students with scholarships, and others to support both the Conway School and the Busch School of Business — Karen Coss Ridenour, M.S.N. 1972, wants to make sure others have the same opportunity she did.
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The transcendent smile of Our Lady of Lourdes
February 11, 2022“My Lady, would you be so kind as to tell me who you are?” Only when Bernadette put the request to her a third time did the Virgin Mary answer with the momentous words, “I am the Immaculate Conception.”
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