Come one, come all faculty and staff for good company and conversation, tasty treats and libations, and a generous helping of spirit. The last Thirst Friday of the year is on Friday, April 15, from 4-6 p.m., in the Garaventa Center, Franz Hall 330. Invite a friend and stop by for a few minutes or […]
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“Julia Caesar” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, April 9
All April 9 “Julia Caesar” ticket holders are invited to enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese reception as campus experts highlight intriguing themes and production details, courtesy of the Garaventa Center and alumni relations. The reception begins at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 9 with panel at 6:45 Mago Hunt Recital Hall; the play begins at […]
Why Theology Needs Louis CK, April 6
Does theology have something to learn from a humble and humorous world view? Come enter into theological conversation through the comedy of Louis CK on Wednesday April 6, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 120. The event is free and open to all. The talk will be facilitated by David Turnbloom, theology, and theology […]
Bringing Eyes of Faith to Film: Mad Max Fury Road,” April 7
Karen Eifler and Fr. Charlie Gordon, C.S.C., of the Garaventa Center will host a free screening and discussion of the movie “Mad Max: Fury Road,” as part of the Bringing Eyes of Faith to Film series on Thursday, April 7, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 026. All are welcome to explore themes of […]
Kate Regan Short Film Festival, March 31
All University community members are invited to attend the Kate Regan Short Film Festival on Thursday, March 31, at 5 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons. True to the vision of its founder, the late Kate Regan, the annual festival celebrates the making of visual stories, featuring short digital films by UP faculty and students in […]
“Godwit,” A Poetry Reading With Sr. Eva Hooker, C.S.C., April 4
The University of Portland will host poet, professor, and scholar Sr. Eva Hooker, C.S.C., as she reads from her new collection of poetry, Godwit (“at once pastoral, startling and luminous”) on Monday, April 4, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 120. Her talk is free and open to the public. Hooker is professor of […]
Women of the Bible Concert, April 2
The University of Portland will present “Women of the Bible,” a concert inspired by the feisty, faithful women of the Bible, on Saturday, April 2, at 7 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The concert is free and open to the public, with a reception to follow. The concert will feature world premieres […]
2016 Hesburgh Lecture, March 21
Mitchell R. Wayne, a professor of physics at the University of Notre Dame, will present the 2016 Hesburgh Lecture, “Einstein: How One Mild-Mannered Physicist Changed the Way We Understand Our World,” on Monday, March 21, in Franz Hall Room 120, at 7:15 p.m. His talk is free and open to the public. Wayne will explain […]
The Biblical Truth About America’s Death Penalty, March 14
Dale Recinella, chaplain for Florida’s death row, will explore challenges to the death penalty rooted in sacred Scripture on Monday, March 14, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 120. His talk is free and open to all. Recinella has served for 25 years as a spiritual counselor and Catholic correctional chaplain, ministering to men […]
“Adding Machine” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, Feb. 27
All ticket holders for the February 27 performance of The Adding Machine are invited to enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese reception as campus experts highlight intriguing themes and production details, courtesy of the Garaventa Center. The reception begins at 6:15 p.m. in Mago Hunt Recital Hall, with panel at 6:45. For theater tickets call […]