The University’s Wally Pilot was created in 1948 when Nolan Drurey ’49 won a Beacon design contest for a new UP mascot. Ever since, Wally has been a part of life on the Bluff at sporting and social events. To celebrate Wally’s milestone 65th year, the University museum has created a “Happy Birthday, Wally Pilot” […]
02-25-2013
Missing Young Women
There will be a free screening of the documentary “Señorita Extraviada” (“Missing Young Women”) on Wednesday, February 27, at 5 p.m., in Buckley Center room 310. Lourdes Portillo’s film documents the horrific crimes against women which have occurred since 1993 in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. There will also be a march and candlelight vigil for the […]
Wind Symphony, Orchestra Concert
The University Wind Symphony and Orchestra will present “Heart, Healing, and Hope,” dedicated to health care organizations, and the classic tale of Peter and the Wolf, on Sunday, March 3, at 5 p.m., in Buckley Center auditorium. The concert is free and open to all. Wind Symphony musical selections will include a world premiere by […]
Popelandia: Put A Miter On It
Are you curious about the papal retirement and how we elect a new Pope? Come. Learn. Participate. Join campus ministry for a panel discussion on the history, process, and implications of Pope Benedict XVI’s surprising resignation. Wednesday, February 27, 7:30 p.m., Bauccio Commons. Info: Beth Barsotti, campus ministry, 7463.