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Radical Hospitality Award Winners
In recognition of the transformative power and impact of the Hallmark of hospitality, Benedictine University is proud to recognize our Radical Hospitality award winner who welcome all guests and Christ, and who create an environment in which all are seen and have their needs met: a place where all belong. You are, therefore, invited to…
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Benedictine University Arboretum Earns Level 1 Accredation
Benedictine University (BenU) has been awarded Level I Arboretum Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and the Morton Arboretum for achieving particular standards of professional practices deemed important for arboreta and botanic gardens. The ArbNet Arboretum Accredation Program is the only global initiative to officially recognize arboreta at various levels of development, capacity, and…
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Benedictine University and the Diocese of Joliet Announce Partnership through MOU
BenU and the Diocese of Joliet announce a groundbreaking partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Both institutions are proud of this this collaboration that marks a significant step forward in providing high-quality Catholic education and creating seamless pathways to higher education for students across the Diocese. Through this partnership, graduates of Diocese Catholic…
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Benedictine University Announces Partnership with Des Moines University to Expand Healthcare Career Opportunities for Students
Benedictine University (BenU) is proud to announce a new collaboration with Des Moines University (DMU) to provide its students with a direct pathway to successful careers in medicine and health sciences. “Benedictine University is thrilled to join forces with Des Moines University to enhance our students’ opportunities in medical and health sciences careers,” stated Joseph…
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Benedictine University Baseball Wins NACC Tournament
The Benedictine University baseball team hosted the NACC Tournament and claimed their first ever tournament championship with a 13-8 victory over Aurora in the winner-take-all game to qualify for the NCAA Regionals for the first time since 2013! Congratulations and good luck in the NCAA Regionals!
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Dr. Katherine Lang Appointed Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Benedictine University announces the appointment of Dr. Katherine (Kate) Lang as our next Provost and Chief Academic Officer. Dr. Lang comes to us with a wealth of experience and a proven track record of academic leadership. We are very excited to have the privilege of working with her in the years ahead. Most recently, Dr.…
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Benedictine University Introduces Women’s Flag Football as Varsity Sport
Benedictine University proudly announces the addition of Women’s Flag Football as a varsity sport for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year on its Lisle, Illinois campus. After the February 2024 approval by the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) of Girls’ Flag Football as a sanctioned sport, Benedictine University is excited to promote the sport’s growth at…
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2023-2024 Graduating Senior Award Recipients
The Honors Committee is pleased to announce the selection of the Senior Awards for 2023-2024. These students will be recognized at The Night of Honor & Gratitude, scheduled for Saturday, April 27th at 4:00pm. The Benedictine University Senior Awards annually recognize outstanding students who are earning a bachelor’s degree from Benedictine University. This year we…
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Benedict and Scholastica Week, Installation and Feed the Need Success
Benedictine University had a busy week. Benedict and Scholastica Week was a resounding success. The week featured numerous events throughout campus that highlighted the university’s rich history. One major highlight was the installation of the university’s 13th president, Dr. Joseph Foy on Friday, March 1. The week concluded with a community service initiative: a Feed…
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Glendale Heights Native Selected Benedictine University’s Lincoln Academy Student Laureate
Ayesha Moosani of Glendale Heights, IL, has been named Benedictine University’s 2023 Lincoln Academy Student Laureate. Moosani is a Health Science major, with minors in Medical Spanish and Chemistry, who in her three years at Benedictine University has achieved a cumulative GPA of over 3.9. She will graduate in May 2024 and plans to attend…
