TedX load-in Day
TedX load-in day from 9am-10pm/ set-up event.
Event Name: TedX load-in Day. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATBWQ.
Monday, March 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
The Studio (Lewis Art Club): Jewelry & Bracelet Making Workshop
Join us for a Jewelry & Bracelet making workshop hosted by The Studio. We will go over how to make beaded bracelets in different styles. Anyone is welcome to join, all materials will be provided. Workshops are only $3 to attend.
For questions and to get the workshop schedule please contact (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com).
Event Name: The Studio: Jewelry Bracelet Workshop. Event Locator: 2025-AATMHQ. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Siham Ibrahim Conference Room JG 123.
English Dept Creative Writing Series Featuring Guest Authors
This long-standing series provides literary readings from a variety of national and regional writers: award-winning authors, contributors to Jet Fuel Review, as well as highlighting the original work by Lewis students and alumni. Our guest speakers this semester are TBA.
Event Name: English Dept Creative Writing Series. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATMZV.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127.
EMM Concert 6
Celebrating its 24th year, Electronic Music Midwest (EMM) provides opportunities for communities in the Midwest to experience new electroacoustic music written by living composers. Visit emmfestival.org for more information, Registration Information.
Event Name: EMM Concert 6. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATNHC.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
Thrift and Art Fair
Are you looking to support local artists or shop for old new clothes? Join us for the Thrift and Art Fair where you'll see many vendors selling their art or hoping to add to your wardrobe! Interested in being a vendor, email The Studio (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com) before Mar 6th.
Event Name: Thrift and Art Fair. Event Locator: 2026-AATPMA. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Gaffney Student Center Meeting Room JG 106, Multicultural Student Center JG 105, Old National Bank Student Lounge JG 102, Siham Ibrahim Conference Room JG 123.
The Studio (Lewis Art Club): Pottery Workshop
Join us for a Pottery workshop hosted by The Studio. We will go over how to make pottery creations from clay. Anyone is welcome to join, all materials will be provided. Workshops are only $3 to attend.
For questions and to get the workshop schedule please contact (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com).
Event Name: The Studio: Pottery Workshop. Event Locator: 2025-AATMHR. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Oremus Fine Arts Center Studio FA 104.
NC Open Mic Night at Ember's Tap House
The English Studies and Music departments in collaboration with Jet Fuel Review will hold a monthly open mic night at Ember's Tap in Lockport to create community collaboration. Lewis student Joshua Brown and Lewis alum Jovaughn Williams emcee the open mic nights. For more info, contact Dr. Simone Muench at muenchsi@lewisu.edu . No credit.
Event Name: NC Open Mic Night at Ember's Tap House. Event Locator: 2026-AATNVH. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Off Campus.
Spring Concert
The Music Department opens the spring season with a concert of music from around the world performed by the department's various choirs, bands, and student instrumentalists.
Event Name: Spring Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATNAG.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
Windows Fine Arts Magazine Launch Reception
Join us in celebrating the launch of the 2026 edition of Windows Magazine. We will honor the Lewis community students, staff and alumni artists who have contributed their work and announce the recipients of the 2026 Windows Awards.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Name: Windows Magazine Reception. Event Locator: 2025-AATMQR.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127.
The Studio (Lewis Art Club): Workshop TBD
Join us for a workshop hosted by The Studio. Anyone is welcome to join, all materials will be provided. Workshops are only $3 to attend.
For questions and to get the workshop schedule please contact (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com).
Event Name: The Studio: Workshop TBD. Event Locator: 2025-AATMHS. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Siham Ibrahim Conference Room JG 123.
The President's 18th Annual Art Exhibition Reception and Awards Presentation
The President's Annual Art Exhibition highlights the top artwork from Lewis Students and Alumni. This important juried exhibition is hosted by the Department of Art and Design and sponsored by Dr. David Livingston, President of Lewis University.
Event Name: The President's 18th Annual Art Exhibit. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Art & Design. Event Locator: 2025-AATHJV.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127, The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery FA 128, Clifford & Rita Berglund Community Room FA 129.
5 Lesbians Eating Quiche
Lewis University proudly presents 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche, brought to you by Violet Surprise Theatre, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of queer women. 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche is a scintillating satire of women’s roles in the 1950s, enlisting its characters in a caricature of the sexism, heterosexism, consumerism, and Communism exuberant in the era. Join us for this absurdly adorable and unapologetic declaration of lesbi-independence! Following the performance, there will be a Q&A with the cast. Written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood, 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
This event is not ticketed. Admission free and seating is first come, first served.
Visit LUArtsandIdeas.org for more information.
Event Name: 5 Lesbians Eating Quiche. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATFXW.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
FA 229 Keith White Theatre, Studio Theatre Lobby FA 227.
Extended Community Hour - 14th Annual Celebration of Scholarship
Event Name: 14th Annual Celebration of Scholarship. Event Locator: 2025-AATHCB. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Office of the Provost.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
Fieldhouse SC 105.
Extended Community Hour - 14th Annual Celebration of Scholarship - Schlachter Award nominee presentations and 3MT presen
Schlachter Award nominee presentations and 3MT presentations.
Event Name: 14th Annual Celebration of Scholars. Event Locator: 2026-AATPMN. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Office of the Provost.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
18th Annual President's Art Exhibition Gallery Talk
The President's 18th Annual Art Exhibition highlights the top artwork from Lewis Students and Alumni. This important juried exhibition is hosted by the Department of Art and Design and sponsored by Dr. David Livingston, President of Lewis University. Winning artists will conduct a panel discussion about the work in the exhibit.
Event Name: 18th Annual President's Art Exhibition. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMCD.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127, The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery FA 128, Clifford & Rita Berglund Community Room FA 129.
The Studio (Lewis Art Club): Workshop TBD
Join us for a workshop hosted by The Studio. Anyone is welcome to join, all materials will be provided. Workshops are only $3 to attend.
For questions and to get the workshop schedule please contact (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com).
Event Name: The Studio: Workshop TBD. Event Locator: 2025-AATMHT. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Siham Ibrahim Conference Room JG 123.
Mariachi Fest
Collaborative concert with Lewis & Joliet's Mariachi Bands.
Event Name: Mariachi Fest. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2026-AATPBS.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHZ.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHZ.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHX.
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Rock Jazz Band Concert
Rock and mellow out during this entertaining concert that combines Rock Band and Jazz Band into an unforgettable evening.
Event Name: Rock Jazz Band Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2026-AATNKR.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
FA 229 Keith White Theatre, Studio Theatre Lobby FA 227.
The Studio (Lewis Art Club): End of Year Social TBD
Join us for our end of year social hosted by The Studio. Anyone is welcome to join, all materials will be provided. The social is only $3 to attend if you haven't paid the full semester dues.
For questions and to get the workshop schedule please contact (thestudiolewisu@gmail.com).
Event Name: The Studio: End of Year Social TBD. Event Locator: 2025-AATMHV. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Student Engagement.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Courtyard Cafe DL 120, DeLaSalle-North Courtyard.
Jet Fuel Review Reading Release Party
Editors from Lewis University's online literary journal, Jet Fuel Review, as well as alumni, faculty and staff from a variety of departments, will read published work - fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry - that is gathered both nationally and internationally.
Event Name: Jet Fuel Review Reading Release Party. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATNGS.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
D'Arcy Great Room SA 119.
NC Open Mic Night at Ember's Tap House
The English Studies and Music departments in collaboration with Jet Fuel Review will hold a monthly open mic night at Ember's Tap in Lockport to create community collaboration. Lewis student Joshua Brown and Lewis alum Jovaughn Williams emcee the open mic nights. For more info, contact Dr. Simone Muench at muenchsi@lewisu.edu . No credit.
Event Name: NC Open Mic Night at Ember's Tap House. Event Locator: 2026-AATNVH. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Off Campus.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHZ.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHZ.
Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHX.
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Sister Act directed by Professor Annie Calhoun
Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of…
Event Name: Sister Act. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHX.
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Spring Choral Concert
Join the Lewis Chamber Choir and enjoy a variety of choral harmony spanning the ages from the Renaissance to today.
Event Name: Spring Choral Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATMSL.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
Music Lunch Concert
Music while you eat! Enjoy the sounds of Lewis's Music department while dining in Br. James Gaffney Student Center.
Event Name: Music Lunch Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2026-AATPFL.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Old National Bank Student Lounge JG 102.
Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert
Classical music performed by area youth instrumentalists under the direction of Peter Lipari. Location: Convocation Hall.
Event Name: MYSO Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATALN.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
SEE DESCRIPTION FOR LOCATION.
Biannual Student Creative Writing Showcase
Students in the Intermediate and Advanced Creative Writing Workshops will be sharing their original creative works from their newly composed chapbooks.
Event Name: Biannual Student Creative Writing Showca. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATNGX.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
DL 250 Damian Auditorium.
Senior Capstone Art Reception and Gallery Talk
The Lewis University Department of Art and Design is proud to present the Senior Capstone Exhibition. This biannual art show coincides with the capstone course, Senior Project. The course challenges graduating students to put their newly acquired skills and understanding of art to the test by participating in a professional exhibition experience. Students will be talking about the work in the exhibit.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Name: Senior Capstone Art Reception. Event Locator: 2025-AATMCF.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127, The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery FA 128, Clifford & Rita Berglund Community Room FA 129.
Piano and Organ Studio Recital
Studio Recital of Ms. Lim's Piano Students.
Event Name: Piano and Organ Studio Recital. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATMSX.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.