Conversation with Dr. Kellie Jackson Carter, Author of "We Refuse: We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance"
The Office of Diversity is excited to announce that we will be hosting an author event with Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson," author of "We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance".Copies of Dr. Carter Jackson's book will be available for purchase. Snacks and drinks will be served. This will be an in person and online event. All welcome!
Event Name: Conversation with Dr. Kellie Jackson Car. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Locator: 2025-AATASS.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
Douglass Day
Douglass Day is an annual program that marks the birth of Frederick Douglass. Each year, thousands of people gather to help create new & freely available resources for learning about Black history.
Event Name: Douglass Day. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATMFQ.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
D'Arcy Great Room SA 119.
CoHFAC Celebration Series: Karen Trimble Alliaume and Maryellen Davis Collett, Blurring the Boundaries of Religion
Theology Department members and co-authors Karen Trimble Alliaume and Maryellen Davis Collett will talk about their newly published book, Blurring the Boundaries of Religion and Popular Culture: Implicit Theology, Secular Spirituality, and Speculative Fiction.
Event Name: CoHFAC Celebration Series: Karen Trimble. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMRF.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Faculty/Staff Dining Room AS 103C.
Women Artists at the Field Art, Reception and Gallery Talk
Celebrate Women Artists at the Field with Rebecca Banasiak, Peggy MacNamara, and Adrienne Stroup, whose work bridges art and science in bold, imaginative ways. Inspired by the museum’s collections and mission to connect all of us to the natural world, their creations reveal the beauty of discovery and the power of visual storytelling. Join this visionary collective during Women’s History Month, February–March 2026, in celebration of STEAM and creativity. The exhibit will be on view February 5-March 13. Visitors will be able to hear about the artwork in the exhibition and participate in a Q&A with the artists to follow. The talk runs from 7:15-8:00 and the reception goes until 9:00pm.
Event Name: Women Artists at the Field Art. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATMPX.
Thursday, February 19, 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.
They Promised Her the Moon directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
The first American woman to test for space flight, Jerrie Cobb, steps into an isolation tank for a record-breaking nine hours as her memories unfold before her, from learning to fly a plane as a child in Oklahoma to testifying in Congressional hearings about the underthe- radar all-female Mercury 13 space program. They Promised Her the Moon is a compelling drama about the challenges of sisterhood and fighting for the greater good, based on a true story. Written by Laurel Ollstein; Directed by Dr. Kevin Trudeau
To purchase tickets call 815-836-5500 or go to www.lewisu.edu/PLTtix.
Event Name: They Promised Her the Moon. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHV.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
They Promised Her the Moon directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
The first American woman to test for space flight, Jerrie Cobb, steps into an isolation tank for a record-breaking nine hours as her memories unfold before her, from learning to fly a plane as a child in Oklahoma to testifying in Congressional hearings about the underthe- radar all-female Mercury 13 space program. They Promised Her the Moon is a compelling drama about the challenges of sisterhood and fighting for the greater good, based on a true story. Written by Laurel Ollstein; Directed by Dr. Kevin Trudeau
To purchase tickets call 815-836-5500 or go to www.lewisu.edu/PLTtix.
Event Name: They Promised Her the Moon. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHV.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
"They Promised Her the Moon" directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
Event Name: "They Promised Her the Moon". Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHW.
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
The impact of technology on relationships: AI, dating apps, social media, and more
A presentation by End Technology Assisted Abuse that will discuss the intersections of technology and relationships.
Event Name: The impact of technology on relationship. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2026-AATNJJ.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
Lewis University Institutional Repository Speaker Series: Centering "the Person" in Recent Lasallian Scholarship
This event will take place in LR-121. This event series highlights the Lewis University Institutional Repository, focusing on promoting the Lasallian nature of the scholarly work produced by the Lewis University community. In this session, two faculty members, Dr. Bushra Malik, Assistant Professor of Business Analytics, and Dr. Jerry Kavouras, Professor of Biology, will each be presenting on a recent work published into the repository. These two works, while from different disciplines, are united in their encapsulation of the Lasallian mission, centering "the person" across different identities and regions and how we as Lasallians work with those in our care. The event will begin with a brief introduction to the Institutional Repository by Jason Smith, Scholarly Communications Instruction Librarian, and Andrew Lenaghan, Director of the Library. After the speakers present, there will be time for Q&A.
Event Name: Lewis University Institutional Repositor. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2026-AATPMD.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
SEE DESCRIPTION FOR LOCATION.
Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert
Classical music performed by area youth instrumentalists under the direction of Peter Lipari.
Event Name: MYSO Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATALN.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
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, February 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Off Campus.
PAS: Senabella Gill: The Bronzeville Diva in Concert
Senabella Gill is an American singer, songwriter, producer, youth mentor, playwright, and music activist who has performed to sold out enthusiastic audiences for years. Dubbed The Bronzeville Diva by the late jazz hornist and music activist Malachi Thompson, she is a multi-awarded jazz influencer, who has spent her career producing, writing, and telling the history of jazz and blues music. Join us as The Bronzeville Diva partners with Robert Irving lll (formerly of Miles Davis' band) for an evening of amazing jazz and blues music performed by a Chicago legend. This event is not ticketed. Admission free and seating is first come, first served.
Event Name: PAS: Senabella Gill: The Bronzeville Div. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2026-AATPFV.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
They Promised Her the Moon directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
The first American woman to test for space flight, Jerrie Cobb, steps into an isolation tank for a record-breaking nine hours as her memories unfold before her, from learning to fly a plane as a child in Oklahoma to testifying in Congressional hearings about the underthe- radar all-female Mercury 13 space program. They Promised Her the Moon is a compelling drama about the challenges of sisterhood and fighting for the greater good, based on a true story. Written by Laurel Ollstein; Directed by Dr. Kevin Trudeau
To purchase tickets call 815-836-5500 or go to www.lewisu.edu/PLTtix.
Event Name: They Promised Her the Moon. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHV.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
They Promised Her the Moon directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
The first American woman to test for space flight, Jerrie Cobb, steps into an isolation tank for a record-breaking nine hours as her memories unfold before her, from learning to fly a plane as a child in Oklahoma to testifying in Congressional hearings about the underthe- radar all-female Mercury 13 space program. They Promised Her the Moon is a compelling drama about the challenges of sisterhood and fighting for the greater good, based on a true story. Written by Laurel Ollstein; Directed by Dr. Kevin Trudeau
To purchase tickets call 815-836-5500 or go to www.lewisu.edu/PLTtix.
Event Name: They Promised Her the Moon. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHV.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
"They Promised Her the Moon" directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
Event Name: "They Promised Her the Moon". Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHW.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
Strolling Into Legacy: A Divine Nine Celebration
Step into an unforgettable evening honoring the powerful legacy, vibrant culture, and lasting impact of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)—the historic Black Greek-letter council that has shaped generations of leaders and changemakers! Connect with members and alumni, discover traditions of leadership and service, and feel the energy of community in action. Enjoy a lively panel discussion, exciting raffle prizes, delicious food, music and meaningful networking opportunities—all in one celebration of excellence and unity.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Name: Strolling Into Legacy: A Divine Nine. Event Locator: 2025-AATMRA.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Flight Deck Dining Room SB 106.
"They Promised Her the Moon" directed by Dr. Keith Trudeau, written by Laurel Ollstein
Event Name: "They Promised Her the Moon". Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre. Event Locator: 2025-AATGHW.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philip Lynch Theatre FA 130.
PSA: Monarch Winds Concert
Monarch Winds presents an evening of woodwind quintet favorites from the 20th century & Romantic era. Since 2011 Monarch Winds has provided woodwind quintet programs at Lewis University, St John's the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Lockport and other venues in Will & Dupage counties. As the in-resident woodwind quintet at Lewis University, Monarch Winds strives to provide cultural opportunities for students and residents in the Chicagoland area.
This event is not ticketed. Admission free and seating is first come, first served.
Visit LUArtsandIdeas.org for more information.
Event Name: PSA: Monarch Winds Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATLNZ.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Convocation Hall SB 130, Br. James Miller Chapel SB 130H.
Empathy in Action: Living our Lasallian Values
Gather in community around “the FIRE” (Fostering Interfaith Relationship through Encounter) to share stories and break bread! This annual interfaith event employs storytelling and storylistening to make meaning and connect communities across religious difference. This year, our theme is “Empathy in Action: Living our Lasallian Values.” Several panelists from the diverse religious and cultural traditions of Lewis University will share stories exemplifying their own understanding of what it means to live Lasallian values in our communities. Participants will also have the opportunity to share stories from their own experiences or from their faith traditions over dinner in small groups. Community dinner, with halal and vegetarian options, will be served around 6:15pm (after sunset). Please contact Dr. Elizabeth Sartell (esartell@lewisu.edu) with questions.
Registration link: https://www.alumni.lewisu.edu/2026-Gros-Institute-FIRE.
Event Name: Empathy in Action: "The Fire" Interfaith. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Gros Institute. Event Locator: 2025-AATMLX.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C, Faculty/Staff Dining Room AS 103C.
What's Under There? A (Brief) History of the Undergarment
Sara Russel, an experienced interpretive naturalist at the Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville. She will provide some understanding of underwear and give a brief history of briefs.
Event Name: What's Under There? A (Brief) History of. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATNDW.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Confronting Islamaphobia in the Christian Church
Rev. Dr. Anna Piela and Rev. Dr. Michael Woolf are co-founders of "Challenging Islamophobia Together Chicagoland," an interfaith solidarity initiative dedicated to confronting anti-Muslim hate, particularly within the Christian tradition. Equal parts pastors, activists, and theologians, they bring faith to life through public witness and interreligious collaboration. Their workshop will walk participants through some tools for confronting Islamophobia within the Christian tradition as well as society more broadly. If you need any accommodations to attend or fully participate in this event, please reach out to Dr. Elizabeth Sartell (esartell@lewisu.edu).
Event Name: Confronting Islamaphobia. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Theology. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWF.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Flight Deck Dining Room SB 106.
Born of Struggle: The Urgency of Gender, Ethnic and Disability Studies in the Age of AI
Women’s History Month panel featuring the faculty directors of Lewis University’s ethnic, cultural, women’s and gender, and disability studies programs. This event highlights the community-based origins of these fields and their continued relevance in a world where cultural understanding, coalition-building, and communication across difference matter more than ever. All are welcome! No registration required. This event will be hyflex, Zoom details to come soon.
Event Name: Born of Struggle: The Urgency of Gender. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Locator: 2025-AATNAA.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
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.
Fourth Annual Brother Bernard Rapp, FSC Lecture on Science & Faith
Dr. Jason Keleher will invite participants into an interactive exploration of how scientific insights, especially from chemistry and nanoscience, can illuminate questions of faith and meaning. Together, we will consider: What does it mean to strive for order in a world of entropy? How can the scientific study of the small reframe the way we think about trust, hope, and humility? In what ways do both science and faith call us to embrace uncertainty as a path to deeper understanding? Through demonstrations, images, and dialogue, we will reflect on how the interplay of entropy, striving, and faith shapes our search to live more fully “beyond the visible.”.
Event Name: Fourth Annual Brother Bernard Rapp, FSC. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2025-AATMLH.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
Spring 2026 Sczepaniak Lecture: Andrew Hartman Presents "Culture Wars, Then and Now"
Distinguished historian Andrew Hartman, Professor of History at Illinois State University and author of Karl Marx in America, will present the Spring 2026 Sczepaniak Lecture titled “Culture Wars, Then and Now.” The lecture, which is free and open to the public.
Event Name: Spring 2026 Sczepaniak Lecture. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: History Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATMPL.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
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.
Confucianism and Daoism: China's Political and Spiritual DNA
China’s society and spirituality are shaped by ideas that first emerged around 500BC. Socially, China is been shaped by ideas of deference and order. Spiritually, Chinese people believe in an invisible force that interconnects all things, and which guides all toward harmony.
Event Name: Confucianism and Daoism. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWG.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
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.
Disability and Scripture (Qur'an & Bible Workshop)
Please join us for a conversation on disability and scripture, focusing on the Qur'an and Bible. We will discuss deafness in relation to experiencing the Qur'an and its recitation, as well as disability and otherness in the New Testament and Hebrew Bible. Lunch will be served.
Please email Dr. Elizabeth Sartell (esartell@lewisu.edu) if you need any accommodations to ensure your attendance and full participation.
Event Name: Disability and Scripture. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Theology. Event Locator: 2025-AATBKV.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
D'Arcy Great Room SA 119.
Israelism: Documentary Screening & Discussion
Join the Office of Lasallian Belonging for a screening and discussion of the film "Israelism". This documentary follows two young American Jews whose views on Israel are transformed after witnessing life in Palestine, sparking a conversation about identity, justice, and generational change. The screening leads into our workshop later that day: Understanding and Addressing Anti-Semitism with Deborah Adelman, Thursday, April 9, 4 PM. All are welcome!
Event Name: Israelism: Documentary Screening. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Locator: 2026-AATNKD.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
Anti-Semitism Workshop with Deborah Adelman
Join us for an important conversation on understanding and addressing anti-Semitism, facilitated by Deborah Adelman, educator and advocate for equity and inclusion. This interactive workshop will explore the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of anti-Semitism, equipping participants with tools to recognize bias, challenge harmful narratives, and foster solidarity. Together, we’ll create space for learning, dialogue, and action—because combating hate begins with awareness and community engagement.
This will be a hyflex event (in person & Zoom). Signup to come at a later date. Stay tuned!
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Name: Anti-Semitism Workshop. Event Locator: 2025-AATMMD.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
University Dining Room AS 104C.
Chinese Arts Through the Centuries
The Chinese have developed distinctive art styles of metalwork, sculpture, and painting that evolved in graceful and colorful patterns over thousands of years. Join us for an illustrated lecture that addresses the tranquility and sense of humor of China’s arts.
Event Name: Chinese Arts Through the Centuries. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWH.
Monday, April 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
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.
Mao Zedong: The Harsh Father of Modern China
In 1949, Mao established the People’s Republic of China. He lifted a nation from 100 years of humiliation, division, and defeat. But he imposed a brutal version of communism that led to chaos, the starvation of 30 million people, and the destruction of much of China’s art.
Event Name: Mao Zedong. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWJ.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Celebration of Scholarship Plenary Talk
Heather Blackmore will give the inaugural Plenary Address at Celebration of Scholarship 2026.
Event Name: Celebration of Scholarship Plenary Talk. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas. Event Locator: 2026-AATPMM.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
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.
Celebration of Scholarship--3-minute business pitch and Stephanie Schlachter Nominee presentations
Celebration of Scholarship--3-minute business pitch and Stephanie Schlachter Nominee presentations.
Event Name: Celebration of Scholarship--3-minute bus. Event Locator: 2026-AATPML. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Arts & Ideas.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
DL 250 Damian Auditorium.
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.
Making China Great Again: Deng Ziaoping's China Miracle
After the destructiveness of Mao, Deng assumed leadership. His capitalist reforms launched China on forty years of growth and made it America’s only economic rival. While allowing some economic and social freedoms, he drew the line at democracy.
Event Name: Making China Great Again. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWK.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
First-Year Writing Showcase
The First Year Writing Showcase celebrates and features the strongest writing from First Year Writing, nominated by instructors, and selected by a panel of judges.
Event Name: First-Year Writing Showcase. Event Locator: 2025-AATMNQ. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: English Studies Dept.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
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.
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.
Does China Own the 21st Century?
China may be the only nation with a global economic plan: the Belt and Road Initiative. It has social and political stability, vast natural resources, high tech, and hard working people. They aim at re-establishing themselves as the world’s preeminent civilization, as they were for thousands of years. But Xi Jinping’s recent censorship, authoritarianism, and return to Marxist dogma may halt their rise. Who knows what’s next?
Event Name: Does China Own the 21st Century? Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Locator: 2025-AATMWP.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Academic Building Classroom AS 158A.
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.
Event Name: MYSO Concert. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Music Department. Event Locator: 2025-AATALN.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
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.