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Stories of Time, Talent, and Treasure
A New Chapter for the College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing
July 17, 2026
A Message from the Provost Dear Alumni and Friends, On behalf of The Catholic University of America, I am delighted to share that, effective July 1, 2026, J. Steven Brown, Ph.D., has been appointed dean of the College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing. During the...
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Founding the Men’s Lacrosse Team at Catholic University with Brian Kennedy
July 16, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. Brian Kennedy, B.A. 1983, J.D. 1992, is a Catholic University alumnus whose fingerprints are all over the history of...
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Adorning Academic Buildings with Catholic Devotional Art
July 07, 2026
Thomas and Betsy Farr donated 53 Currier & Ives lithographs of religious saints from their collection to the University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Thomas Farr, president emeritus for the Religious Freedom Institute and Betsy Farr, an artist and art collector, have granddaughters who attend...
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A Thomas Jefferson Letter and Lessons for Independence
June 29, 2026
Banner image features Archbishop Timothy Broglio, Maryann Cusimano Love, Robert P. Duckworth, and student speakers at the Politics for Good event. By Audrey Hill In 2026, the United States' 250th anniversary presents an opportunity to celebrate a letter written by Thomas Jefferson and gifted to...
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Transforming a Locker Room, Honoring a Mulholland Legacy
June 25, 2026
By Audrey Hill From high school to college, football locker rooms set the stage for pivotal moments, from pep talks to post-game analysis. At their heart, these spaces provide a place for team bonding, built over years of practice, toil, and competition. Athletic facilities are...
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A Parish Priest’s Life of Service and a Legacy Gift
June 22, 2026
By Audrey Hill Reverend Michael Troha, B.A. 1975, M.A. 1976, was a Basselin scholar at The Catholic University of America, who served as a parish priest in the Diocese of Cleveland from 1980 until his passing in January 2026. “His time at Catholic University formed...
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Creating Connections Through the Black Alumni Network and Beyond with Robyn De Wees
June 16, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. We are excited to feature Robyn De Wees, B.S.E. 1987, chair of the Catholic University Black Alumni Network. After...
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Interview with M.S.W. Student Ozhan Kazempour
June 15, 2026
Ozhan Kazempour is a NCSSS graduate student pursuing a masters in social work degree. In this interview, he shares why he chose Catholic University and highlights how our innovative trauma-informed training is preparing him for a career as a well-rounded clinician. Learn more about his...
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A Gift from Thomas Jefferson with Robert Duckworth
June 12, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. Robert “Bob” Duckworth is an alumnus of the politics department at The Catholic University of America. He served as...
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Insights from Archbishop Salvatore "Rino" Fisichella
June 01, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. We are honored to share this conversation with Archbishop Salvatore “Rino” Fisichella, pro-prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization...
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Commencement Welcomes Graduates into the Cardinal Alumni Community
May 22, 2026
On May 16, 2026, The Catholic University of America celebrated Commencement, with the graduation of more than 1,500 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral candidates. Held on a beautiful, sunny day, the keynote speaker was Monsignor James P. Shea, Ph.B. 1997, Ph.L. 1998, who serves as the...
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Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month with Jennifer MitchellMayer
May 15, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. Today we welcome Jennifer MitchellMayer, B.A. 2000, an alumna from the National Catholic School of Social Service. After earning...
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How the Law and Business Schools Work Together to Empower Entrepreneurs
May 07, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. W. Brian Walsh, B.A. 1990, is an entrepreneur and innovator with nearly 30 years of experience in fundraising, marketing...
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Q&A with Eileen Dombo and Melissa Grady on Leading the Social Service School’s Doctoral Program
April 29, 2026
At the National Catholic School of Social Service (NCSSS), a leadership change is underway with Eileen A. Dombo , M.S.W. 1996, Ph.D. 2005, outgoing chair of the Ph.D. program, passing the baton to Melissa D. Grady , Ph.D. NCSSS focuses on the study and science...
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Building Bridges: The National Society of Black Engineers Bridge Mentorship Program
April 28, 2026
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Bridge Mentorship Program, which connects Catholic University engineering students with alumni mentors, provides conference networking guidance as one of its key career-building activities. In February 2026, The Catholic University of America chapter of NSBE attended the Becoming Everything...
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Celebrating A New Endowed Chair in the School of Philosophy
April 27, 2026
On April 23, 2026, The Catholic University of America celebrated the installation of Professor Gregory Doolan as the Msgr. John F. Wippel Endowed Chair in Thomistic Metaphysics. A full and joyous audience in Heritage Hall attended the ceremony, which marked the third endowed chair in...
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Celebrating Alumni Clergy at the Cardinals for Christ Dinner
April 27, 2026
The Catholic University of America welcomed clergy and religious alumni back to campus on April 21, 2026, for the second annual Cardinals for Christ Dinner, an evening marked by fellowship, gratitude, and shared mission. Hosted by the Office of Diocesan Engagement, the gathering brought together...
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Welcoming Brian Kohler as the Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving
April 23, 2026
Welcome to Cardinal Perspectives, a series featuring in-depth conversations with alumni, students, faculty, staff and the extended family and community of The Catholic University of America. Brian Kohler, B.A. 2001, is a proud Catholic University alumnus. He is married to his Catholic University sweetheart, Katie...
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Catholic University – Tucson and Tucson Federal Credit Union Partner to Expand Student Opportunity and Career Pathways
April 21, 2026
The Catholic University of America, the national university of the Catholic Church based in Washington, D.C., launched its Tucson program in 2020 to expand access to career-focused, values-based education in Southern Arizona. The program has announced a new partnership with Tucson Federal Credit Union (TFCU)...
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Alumni Unite for Record Breaking Founders Day Giving Challenge in 2026
April 13, 2026
The Catholic University of America celebrated Founders Day on April 10, the day the University was founded in 1887. Alumni rallied to make the 2026 Founders Day Giving Challenge the most successful to date with $640,000 raised by 847 donors. The 2026 Founders Day Giving...
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