Friday, December 6, 2019
Over $12,000 Raised for DOVE on Giving Tuesday
On December 3, 2019, The University shined a spotlight on DOVE for Giving Tuesday!
Faith and Service News
Monday, December 2, 2019
Professor Jon Radwan and Students Visit Catholic Workers
Core professor Dr. Jon Radwan takes seven students to Catholic Worker Mary House where Dorothy Day lived and died in NYC.
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Travel to Galapagos Islands During Spring Break
Students will gain first-hand experience in exploring nursing and healthcare in Ecuador.
Friday, November 22, 2019
DOVE Hosts Annual Toy and Food Drives
The Christmas season is upon us, and the Division of Volunteer Efforts (DOVE) is once again offering ways that you can help make the holidays a little brighter for those in utmost need.
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Spirit of Unity in Rome
A group from Immaculate Conception Seminary embarked on a pilgrimage to Rome through its new partnership with the Lay Centre.
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Inside the Core: Opportunities to Change the World
As Core Director, I felt privileged to share in some of the exciting and meaningful activities with our faculty and students.
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Diplomacy Students Selected for Prestigious Leadership Mission to Israel
Three diplomacy students were selected for the Caravan for Democracy Student Leadership Mission to Israel.
Thursday, November 7, 2019
DOVE Drives to Fight Hunger and Homelessness
The Division of Volunteer Efforts is sponsoring a number of drives and initiatives for Hunger and Homelessness Week 2019.
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Institute for Communication and Religion to Host The Living Word Project: Artistic Expressions of the Sacred
Institute for Communication & Religion presents original student poetry inspired by their faith, religion and denomination.
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
The Universal Call to Holiness: The Life of Saint Moscati
The Catholic Studies Program proudly presents "The Universal Call to Holiness: The Life of Giuseppe Saint Moscati" on Wednesday, November 20 at 3 p.m. in Bethany Hall.
Friday, November 1, 2019
Great Minds Dialogue on Academic Freedom and Civility
Villanova and Syracuse Professor Emeritus John D. Caputo will explore how the ideas of state, religion and university fit.
Friday, November 1, 2019
Make an Impact and Support DOVE This Giving Tuesday
The path to servant leadership begins with you! Join in on Giving Tuesday to give back to today's servant leaders.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Rabbi on the Ganges
Rabbi Alan Brill came out with a new book, Rabbi on the Ganges: A Jewish-Hindu Encounter, this week.
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Understanding the Holy See-China Agreement
Dr. Anthony Clark's talk will confront how the recent Vatican agreement with China's government has influenced Vatican decisions.
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Sister Rose Thering Fund Presents Ninth Annual Dr. Marcia Robbins Wilf Lecture
Can interreligious dialogue save the planet? Join us for the Fund's 9th annual Robbins Wilf Lecture on November 3.
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Friday, October 11, 2019
Core 1 Classes Read the Gospel of Luke
Luke's Gospel is one of four, but it has some unique qualities, making it an excellent choice for Journey of Transformation.
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Heart of the University, Faculty Retreat Series 2019-2020: Dr. Anthony Haynor
Dr. Anthony Haynor reflects on "The Idea of a University and Interiority: Becoming the 'Author' of One's Life," in the second of four retreats for faculty and administrators of all faiths.
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Travel to Europe Over Spring Break and Earn Credits
Travel to Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, Catania, Mt. Etna, Palermo, Pompeii, Rome this spring and earn credits while doing it! Deadline to sign up is November 1, 2019.
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Leaders Learn from Heroes
At the September 11 Memorial Museum, retired firefighter Bill Spade shared his experience with Buccino Leadership students.
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Peace Be with Us
Conference explores paths to nonviolence and looks at the Church's role in expanding peace worldwide.
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Alumnus Writes Book on Theology in J.R.R. Tolkien's Fantasy
Fr. Francis of the Child Jesus, C.S.J.,a former SHU Campus Minister, publishes a book on theology in J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy
Friday, October 4, 2019
Core Co-Sponsors Conference on Non-violence and Peace
The University Core was one of several sponsors of a two-day conference on "Just Peace-making Through Non-violence," held in Bethany Hall on September 30th and October 1st.
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
The Desire for God in a Secular Age: Therese of Lisieux and Etty Hillesum
This lecture will explore the lives of Holocaust victim, Etty Hillesum and the French saint, Therese of Lisieux.
Monday, September 30, 2019
Saint John Vianney, The Curé of Ars
Dr. James McGlone, Professor Emeritus of Catholic Studies and Communications, will present a reading of Henri Gheon’s The Secret of the Curé of Ars on Wednesday, October 9 at 7 p.m. in the Theatre in the Round.
Monday, September 30, 2019
Inside the Core this Week: The Book of Ruth
In Core I, many students read the book of Ruth, which tells of a Moabite woman who comes to Israel with her mother-in-law.