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Groundbreaking Ceremony for the New Dining Commons

January 28, 2020

On December 9, Catholic University broke ground for a new dining commons on the site previously occupied by Magner Hall.

Giving Tuesday 2019: Naming Rights for the Rest of Us

December 05, 2019

In celebration of Giving Tuesday 2019, our community members made gifts to The Fund for Catholic University for the opportunity to add their names to the most famous — or infamous — campus places.

Send-off parties welcome new students

November 26, 2019

Over the summer, new Cardinals and their parents had a chance to become acquainted with Catholic University through summer send-off parties held around the country. Twelve were held this year in Charlotte, N.C.; Yardley and West Chester, Pa.; Melrose, Mass.; Washington, D.C.; Oxon Hill and

Unprecedented support for Cardinal Athletics

November 13, 2019

Compared to last year, the Cardinal Athletics Giving Challenge tripled the number of donors. This year, the top two teams attracted more donors than all 23 teams did last year. Thanks to the generosity of supporters, Cardinal Athletics raised $163,539 during the challenge.

Gratitude and admiration from Andrew and Ashley Schade

November 12, 2019

Inspired by fond memories of their four years on campus, Andrew and Ashley Schade, both B.A. 2010, stay involved from a distance by making Catholic University one of their philanthropic priorities.

School of Theology and Religious Studies installs Carmelite Professor

November 12, 2019

Rev. Steven L. Payne, O.C.D., Ph.D. 2000, was installed on October 15, 2019, as the Carmelite Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary Endowed Professor during a ceremony held in McMahon Hall.

The Carmelite chair is one of two that have been committed

Family Weekend 2019: Experience the fun

October 28, 2019

Smiles, hugs, laughter, and stories: During Family Weekend 2019, we saw firsthand the love that parents and families share with their students. We are proud of The Catholic University of America community, and we are grateful that parents take an active role in supporting

Lisa Crooks, B.A. 1993: Continuing the University's tradition of excellence

October 17, 2019

Lisa Crooks, B.A. 1993, “pays it forward” through philanthropic support of Catholic University as a way to show her gratitude for a phenomenal educational experience.

Alumni, parents, and faculty help Washington Nationals win pennant!

October 16, 2019

The Washington Nationals have won the National League pennant and are heading to the World Series! By now, you know the heartbreak the city felt when Bryce Harper left the team; you’ve celebrated Ryan Zimmerman’s 15-season commitment to the young Nationals franchise; and you’ve cheered

University launches Light the Way: The Campaign for Catholic University

October 07, 2019

During a multi-day celebration at the end of September, Catholic University publicly launched its most ambitious campaign in its 132-year history: Light the Way: The Campaign for Catholic University.

Initiated in 2015, the Campaign will run until 2022. Its priorities are organized under imperatives

Anna Mohler, B.A. 2017, shares a best-kept secret

Young alumna gives back to Catholic University

August 29, 2019

Anna Mohler, B.A. 2017, fondly remembers the opportunities that she was given at Catholic University. Mohler majored in elementary education and minored in theology, areas of study she feels prepared her well for her career and life.

Connected through service: Kevin Walsh, B.A. 1985

Alumni Board of Governors member remains committed to alma mater

August 23, 2019

After moving back to New Jersey in 2003, Kevin Walsh, B.A. 1985, wanted to reconnect to his alma mater. When an opportunity to join the Catholic University Alumni Association Board of Governors presented itself, he thought it was a perfect avenue to impact the future of the University.

Cardinal Fest 2019

Kicking off Cardinal Weekend with style!

July 31, 2019

This year, we're launching Cardinal Weekend with a bang! The University will open its doors to alumni and the surrounding community for an interactive showcase of the great work that happens every day on campus. On Friday, September 27, 2019, celebrate the schools, programs, activities, and teams of Catholic University.

Supporting graduate scholarships

Hollee Hitchcock Becker

July 19, 2019

Making the decision to give toward graduate scholarships for Master of Architecture students was simple for Hollee Hitchcock Becker, associate professor and associate dean for graduate studies for the School of Architecture and Planning.

2017-2018 Report to Donors

June 21, 2019

"During the 2017–2018 fiscal year, we had the best fundraising year in the history of The Catholic University of America – for the third year in a row — with gifts totaling $63.7 million."

Renaming the School of Nursing in honor of Bill and Joanne Conway

June 05, 2019

When Catholic University Trustee Bill Conway addressed the hundreds of donors and scholarship students gathered at the University’s annual Scholarship Dinner event in December 2017 during his keynote, he said “If you get sick, I guarantee you want a competent and compassionate Catholic University nurse to take care of you.”

School of Architecture and Planning celebrates alumni success

Gathers in Las Vegas

June 03, 2019

In recent months, the School of Architecture and Planning invited a number of distinguished alumni to return to campus and speak about their careers as part of the inaugural Architecture and Planning Alumni Lecture Series.

Msgr. John Wippel

Sharing his blessings

May 29, 2019

Monsignor John Wippel, B.A. 1955, M.A. 1956, S.T.L. 1960, the Theodore Basselin Professor of Philosophy, has spent many years at Catholic University as a student, professor, and administrator. Through a planned gift he will continue to contribute to the success of the University and its School of Philosophy for many years to come.

Robert Iannone, B.S. 1989

2019 Alumni Achievement Awardee

May 07, 2019

“Campus life was great but the greatest learning was absorbed from the city. What a great city! […] It was really the opportunity of our lives. That really was the time of our lives – the best of times in Washington, D.C.”

Carolyn Rickard-Brideau, B.S.Arch. 1983