A Black History Month Reading Experience Book Group
Join us for the 2nd 90-minute book discussion via Zoom on the book, "We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance" by Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson—our 2026 Black History Month keynote speaker. These conversations will explore themes of resistance and liberation, creating space for dialogue and reflection ahead of Dr. Carter Jackson’s February 11 visit. All welcome!
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Name: A Black History Month Reading Experience. Event Locator: 2026-AATNMG.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Virtual - Online.
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, January 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Off Campus.
Mountainfilm on Tour
Mountainfilm on Tour is a traveling exhibition of documentary films selected from the annual Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado, which showcases inspiring stories about environmental, cultural, political, and social justice issues. The tour brings captivating films to communities around the world, aiming to inspire audiences to create a better world by connecting them with powerful human stories. Emcee: Kip Kline, VP University Advancement Reception: 7 pm to 8pm First half of film screenings: 8 pm to 8:45-9 pm Intermission: 15-20 minutes Second half of fillm screenings: 9 pm to 10 pm, Registration Information: Registration will be at www.alumni.lewisu.edu/26/Mountainfilm,
Tickets: $50/individual registration, $30/student registration Proceeds to benefit the Lewis University Annual Fund.
Event Name: Mountainfilm on Tour. Event Locator: 2025-AATLBM. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: University Advancement.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
DL 250 Damian Auditorium, Courtyard Cafe DL 120, DeLaSalle-North Courtyard.
Whisking Up Success: Entrepreneurship with Molly's Cupcakes
Join the Entrepreneurship Club, the Women in Business Club, and the Innovation Hub for a special speaker event featuring Dori Isufi, founder of Molly’s Cupcakes! During this 45-minute session, Dori will share her entrepreneurial journey how Molly’s Cupcakes began, the obstacles she faced, and the strategic decisions that helped her grow a beloved Chicago brand into a thriving business. After her talk, students will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain insight into creativity, resilience, brand-building, and lessons learned along the way. To close the event, Avi Tiwari, Director of Innovation at Lewis University, will introduce the Br. Joel Damian Business Pitch Competition, outlining how students can participate, the prizes available, and tips to get started. Following the program, enjoy complimentary Molly’s Cupcakes and network with fellow aspiring entrepreneurs.
Event Name: Whisking Up Success. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Business. Event Locator: 2025-AATNAB.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
St. Charles Borromeo Center Classroom SB 171.
A Black History Month Reading Experience Book Group
Join us for the final 90-minute book discussion via Zoom on the book, "We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance" by Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson—our 2026 Black History Month keynote speaker. These conversations will explore themes of resistance and liberation, creating space for dialogue and reflection ahead of Dr. Carter Jackson’s February 11 visit. All welcome!
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Name: A Black History Month Reading Experience. Event Locator: 2026-AATNMJ.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Virtual - Online.
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.
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.
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.
Career Expo Job and Internship Fair 2026
Meet with 90+ employers at this internship and job fair. Registration through Handshake.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Career Services. Event Name: Career Expo Job and Internship Fair 2026. Event Locator: 2025-AATBJQ.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Fieldhouse SC 105.
Speaking While Black: AAVE, Bias, and the Legal System
Join us for a compelling virtual lecture with ?Dr. Sharese King, whose groundbreaking research explores how African-American Vernacular English (AAVE) is perceived and misinterpreted in legal contexts. Drawing from her publication, Dialect on Trial, Dr. King will examine the role of linguistic bias in courtroom proceedings and its impact on justice outcomes—especially for Black speakers. This event is part of the Office of Lasallian Belonging's Linguistic Justice Series. Registration: Click the link to sign up and receive the Zoom link: https://sugeni.us/eVi2.
Event Name: Speaking While Black. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Lasallian Belonging. Event Locator: 2025-AATLHR.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Virtual - Online.
Women's Leadership Forum Reception
A reception in the Art Gallery before the The Women's Leadership Forum for attendees, speakers, and others can network with one another. The Women's Leadership Forum is an annual event held in celebration of Women's History Month and focuses on empowerment, resilience, and navigating personal and professional growth as a woman in today's business world. This year, our five distinguished speakers will share their career journeys, highlighting challenges they have faced, pivotal moments along the way, and valuable lessons learned. Speakers: Bushra F. Malik, Assistant Professor of Business Analytics at Lewis University Diane Salamone, Senior Vice President of Sodexo Lisa L. Marsh, CEO and Founder of Ms. P's Gluten Free Norah Collins Pienta, Dean of Students/Assistant Vice President for Student Life at Lewis University Teresa Ging, CEO and Founder of Sugar Bliss You can request info by emailing anne.ocampo@sodexo.com or annemocampo@lewisu.edu.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Humanities-Fine Arts-Communic. Event Name: Women's Leadership Forum Reception. Event Locator: 2025-AATMXP.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Reception Room FA 127.
Women's Leadership Forum
The Women's Leadership Forum is an annual event held in celebration of Women's History Month and focuses on empowerment, resilience, and navigating personal and professional growth as a woman in today's business world. This year, our five distinguished speakers will share their career journeys, highlighting challenges they have faced, pivotal moments along the way, and valuable lessons learned. Speakers: Bushra F. Malik, Assistant Professor of Business Analytics at Lewis University Diane Salamone, Senior Vice President of Sodexo Lisa L. Marsh, CEO and Founder of Ms. P's Gluten Free Norah Collins Pienta, Dean of Students/Assistant Vice President for Student Life at Lewis University Teresa Ging, CEO and Founder of Sugar Bliss Event: Women's Leadership Forum in Keith White Theatre from 4pm - 5pm.
Event Name: Women's Leadership Forum. Event Locator: 2026-AATNLP. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: Philip Lynch Theatre.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
FA 229 Keith White Theatre, Studio Theatre Lobby FA 227.
2026 Day of Giving
Event Name: 2026 Day of Giving. Event Locator: 2025-AATBJP. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: University Advancement.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Sun Room ST 104.
PC Volleyball Reception
University Advancement will host a reception for MVB President's Circle members during the MVB game on March 26, 2026 against Pepperdine University. The reception will begin at 4:30 pm in the Seiler Room and Dr. Livingston will attend. https://www.alumni.lewisu.edu/26-PC-MVB-Reception.
Event State: Confirmed. Organization: University Advancement. Event Name: PC Volleyball Reception. Event Locator: 2025-AATMZS.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Student Recreation and Fitness Center Seiler Room SC 265.
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.
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.
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.
Ready To Fly
The "Ready to Fly" program aims to create a supportive, immersive airport simulation tailored toward the needs of children and/or adolescents and their families with a broad spectrum of disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. The program offers supports and resources for those with challenges in performance skills, communication, sensory processing, mobility, and/or cognition. Students from College of Nursing and Health Sciences, College of Aviation, Science and Technology, and volunteers from the Student Occupational Therapy Association, Pre-Occupational Therapy Club, and other health science student organizations facilitate and run this event with faculty and staff from Lewis University. Registration Information: Participants must register one month prior to the event via the Ready to Fly flyer and QR code. Interested families can email Megan Eads at meads@lewisu.edu for more information about the event.
Event Name: Ready To Fly. Event Locator: 2026-AATNMM. Event State: Confirmed. Organization: College of Nursing-Health Sciences.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Harold E. White Aviation Center Classroom HW 126, Harold E. White Aviation Center Classroom HW 128, Harold E. White Aviation Center Classroom HW 137.
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.
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.