The Garaventa Center invites you to a free lecture by Dr. William Cook on Tuesday, January 29, at 7:15 p.m., in Shiley Hall room 319. In his talk, Cook, distinguished teaching professor of history emeritus at SUNY Geneseo, discusses the life of St. Francis and asks how we can choose to put Francis’ principles into […]
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7-Minute Story Slam, Feb. 1
Who doesn’t love a great story that gets funnier the more times you tell it? All are invited to a 7-Minute Story Slam on Friday, February 1, at 7:30 p.m., in Franz Hall 120 (please note new venue!). All are welcome to enjoy an evening of hilarious tales and whimsical memories told by UP storytellers, […]
ReadUP is Underway!
People all over campus have been spotted diving into Let the Great World Spin, the 2019 ReadUP selection. For an extra burst of inspiration about what to look for in Colum McCann’s novel, check out this 2-minute video with insights from Lars Larson, English. For a reading guide compiled by UP’s rockstar librarians and details about discussion groups […]
Advent Visio Divina, Dec. 12: All Welcome
Campus Ministry and the Garaventa Center invite you to join with others in the campus community for Advent Visio Divina on Wednesday, December 12, at 12:35 p.m., following noon Mass. Visio Divina is an ancient form of Christian prayer in which we allow our hearts and imaginations to enter into a sacred image, in silence, to see what God […]
Celebrate Thirst Friday, Dec. 7
All faculty and staff are warmly invited to Thirst Friday at the Garaventa Center for festive treats and beverages and good cheer as the semester winds down on Friday, December 7, from 4-6 p.m., in Franz Hall room 330. Come for 10 minutes or 2 hours, and try your courage with the new tasting menu: […]
“Dostoevsky and the Catholic Literary Tradition,” Nov. 12
The Garaventa Center invites all faculty and staff to a free lecture entitled “Dostoevsky’s Engagement with the Catholic Literary Tradition,” presented by Saint Louis University professor Elizabeth Blake, on Monday, November 12, at 7:15 p.m., in Shiley Hall room 319. In her talk, Blake, an assistant professor of Russian, discusses the “Catholic underground” Dostoevsky portrayed […]
“Dr. Faustus” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, Nov. 17
The Garaventa Center warmly invites all ticket holders for the Saturday, November 17 performance of Dr. Faustus to a complimentary wine, cheese, and themed dessert reception as campus experts highlight what to look and listen for in the show. The reception begins at 6:15 p.m., with the panel starting at 6:45 p.m., in Mago Hunt Center Recital […]
Prayers for Peace, Nov. 9
All students, faculty, staff, and religious of all faiths, spiritual traditions, and languages are warmly invited to participate in this year’s Prayers for Peace event on Friday, November 9, at 2 p.m., at the International Peace Garden by Buckley Auditorium. As part of the event, international students and others from the UP community will offer […]
Beckman Humor Project Funding Available
This is a reminder from one of last May’s Faculty Development Day sessions that the Beckman Humor Project fund exists to help faculty and students fund just about any kind of project that uses humor as a gentle, sideways weapon against the forces of darkness. Applications for funding roll through the year, and can be […]
“Alabado sea el Señor: A Concert of Praise,” Oct. 12
The Garaventa Center and Campus Ministry invite one and all to “Alabado sea el Señor: A Concert of Praise,” at 7 p.m., on Friday, October 12, in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The event is free and open to all; reception to follow. Two of Oregon Catholic Press’ most talented artists, pastoral musicians and […]