Honors Program Welcome Gathering Fall 25
The NU Honors Program welcomes its new members and acknowledges last year's Freshman Honors Program participants. All Honors Program members should attend. Dress is casual.
Organization: Honors Program.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Student Multipurpose Hall.
IR Data Walk
These sessions mean to provide you with ideas of what Institutional Research can provide you, and to encourage everyone to ask for data.
Organization: Office of Inst Research and Assessment. Event Title: IR Data Walk.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Knights Forge Ahead info session
Knights Forge Ahead: Second-Year Engagement Passport Program
Empowering Second-Year Students through Career Readiness and RISES Core Values.
Program Overview: This initiative supports the growth of a second-year student by connecting Neumann University's core values (RISES) with the NACE Career Readiness Competencies. Complete activities in each of the 8 areas to earn stamps and reflect on your experience.
Learn about the passport themes and the opportunities that await you as you start your second year!
Organization: Academic Resource Center. Event Title: Knights Forge Ahead: Second-Year Engagment Passport Program Info session.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
McNichol Room.
Knights Forge Ahead info session
Knights Forge Ahead: Second-Year Engagement Passport Program
Empowering Second-Year Students through Career Readiness and RISES Core Values.
Program Overview: This initiative supports the growth of a second-year student by connecting Neumann University's core values (RISES) with the NACE Career Readiness Competencies. Complete activities in each of the 8 areas to earn stamps and reflect on your experience.
Learn about the passport themes and the opportunities that await you as you start your second year!
Organization: Academic Resource Center. Event Title: Knights Forge Ahead: Second-Year Engagment Passport Program Info session.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
McNichol Room.
Core Experience Update
Sister Pat will be presenting an update of the Core Experience revisions.
Organization: Academic Division. Event Title: Core Experience Update.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
McNichol Room.
Presentation by Jim Kain
Jim Kain will be doing a presentation sponsored by the Sustainability Council and NIFS Committee during the Season of Creation.
Title to follow.
Organization: Sustainability Advisory Council, Mission & Ministry Unit. Event Title: Presentation by Jim Kain.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
McNichol Room.
Last Day to Withdraw-Mini 1
Last Day to Withdraw Courses for Fall Mini-Term 1.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Saturday, September 27, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Fall Break
Fall Break
(ONLY Evening Nursing Major, accelerated degree programs, and courses at additional locations will meet, as needed.) [The University will be open for business during the Fall Break.].
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 12:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Student Multipurpose Hall.
Fall Break
Fall Break
(ONLY Evening Nursing Major, accelerated degree programs, and courses at additional locations will meet, as needed.) [The University will be open for business during the Fall Break.].
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
Bachmann Lobby, Abessinio Main Lobby, Bruder Gymnasium, Knight's Cafe, Great Hall, Patio Area, Bachmann Board Room, President's Board Room, Student Lounge, Student Lounge, Bayada Atrium, Devine Hospitality Suite, Dance Studio, Mirenda Center -…
Classes Resume
Classes Resume.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 8:00 AM.
On-Campus Location.
IR Data Walk
These sessions mean to provide you with ideas of what Institutional Research can provide you, and to encourage everyone to ask for data.
Organization: Office of Inst Research and Assessment. Event Title: IR Data Walk.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Mid-Term Assessment/Progress Reports Due
Mid-Term Assessment/Progress Reports Due.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Friday, October 10, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Education Abroad Resource Fair
Education Abroad Resource Fair.
Organization: Global Engagement. Event Title: Education Abroad Resource Fair.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Dining Hall Lounge Area 1.
Laudato Si Update
Etsuko Hoshino-Browne will be presenting the 2024-2025 Laudato Si Update and introducing the plans for the Laudato Si 2025-2026 Action Plan.
Organization: NEUMANN INSTITUTE, Sustainability Advisory Council. Event Title: Laudato Si Update & Plans for 2025-2026.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Glen Riddle Hall Bachmann Hall.
An Evening with Brother Mickey
An Evening with Brother Mickey McGrath will be held on October 15th from 6 to 9 pm in Bachmann Hall in Glen Riddle Hall. All are welcome.
More details will follow.
Organization: Mission & Ministry Unit. Event Title: An Evening with Brother Mickey McGrath.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Glen Riddle Hall Bachmann Hall.
Last Day of Classes-Mini 1
Last Day of Classes Fall Mini-Term 1.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Sunday, October 19, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Classes Begin-Mini 2
Fall Mini-Term 2 Classes Begin.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Mission in Action
Mission in Action: Building Professional Capacity to Support Student Faith Development,
Student affairs professionals at Catholic colleges and universities integrate Catholic identity and student development through discussions, programming, and support, thereby strengthening our Catholic Franciscan missions. However, little is known about how they learn this form of identity development. This session, inspired by recent research and St. Francis’s Canticle of the Creatures, aims to inspire transformative practices that honor the beauty and complexity of faith in our educational communities. Participants will engage in a roundtable discussion on the intersection of faith development and professional practice, with takeaways to better equip educators to support student faith development and animate our Franciscan mission.
Presenters: Sarah Williamson and Nadirah Roberts, Neumann University.
Organization: NEUMANN INSTITUTE. Event Title: Mission in Action.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12:40 PM – 1:40 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Last Day to Drop/Add-Mini 2
Last Day to Drop/Add Courses (Fall Mini-Term 2).
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Spring Registration Begins
Spring Registration Begins.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Monday, October 27, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Living in the In-Between
Living in the In-Between: Insights from Francis and Clare of Assisi,
Presenter: Dr. John Kruse,
Life is full of “threshold” experiences, those in which we are neither in our old state of being and not yet in our new state of being. These “in-between” (or “liminal”) experiences involve uncertainty and a loss of control. They are also opportunities for great creativity, growth, and transformation. The lives of Francis and Clare of Assisi provide much insight into how we can navigate and grow from the liminal experiences of our lives.
Organization: NEUMANN INSTITUTE. Event Title: Living in the In-Between: Insights from Francis & Clare.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Last Day to Apply for Dec. Graduation
Last Day to Apply for December Graduation.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Last Day to Withdraw-Fall
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes for Fall.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
IR Data Walk
These sessions mean to provide you with ideas of what Institutional Research can provide you, and to encourage everyone to ask for data.
Organization: Office of Inst Research and Assessment. Event Title: IR Data Walk.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Cultivating Compassionate Classrooms
Cultivating Compassionate Classrooms: A Trauma-informed Approach Inspired by St. Francis’s Canticle of the Creatures,
College students face unprecedented trauma due to the pandemic, political unrest, and global crises. This session explores how educators can integrate trauma-informed practices with Franciscan values to create inclusive, resilient classrooms. Participants will examine the impact of trauma on learning and explore practical strategies such as flexible deadlines, mindful assignments, and compassionate communication. Through reflection and discussion, attendees will consider how humility, kinship, and care for the whole person can guide their teaching. The session offers actionable tools and inspiration for fostering healing, connection, and academic success in today’s higher education environment.
Presenters: Tracey Thomasey and Devon Ferguson, Neumann University.
Organization: NEUMANN INSTITUTE. Event Title: Cultivating Compassionate Classrooms.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Devine Hospitality Suite.
Last Day to Withdraw-Mini 2
Last Date to Withdraw Courses for Fall Mini-Term 2.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
On-Campus Location.
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Thursday, November 27, 2025.
McNichol Room, Bachmann Lobby, Abessinio Main Lobby, Bruder Gymnasium, Knight's Cafe, Great Hall, Meagher Theater, Patio Area, Bachmann Board Room, President's Board Room, Community Hall Gym, Student Lounge, Student Lounge, Gymnasium, Bayada Atrium,…
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
McNichol Room, Bachmann Lobby, Abessinio Main Lobby, Bruder Gymnasium, Knight's Cafe, Great Hall, Meagher Theater, Patio Area, Bachmann Board Room, President's Board Room, Community Hall Gym, Student Lounge, Student Lounge, Gymnasium, Bayada Atrium,…
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Saturday, November 29, 2025.
McNichol Room, Bachmann Lobby, Abessinio Main Lobby, Bruder Gymnasium, Knight's Cafe, Great Hall, Patio Area, Bachmann Board Room, President's Board Room, Community Hall Gym, Student Lounge, Student Lounge, Gymnasium, Bayada Atrium, Devine Hospitality…
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Sunday, November 30, 2025.
McNichol Room, Bachmann Lobby, Abessinio Main Lobby, Bruder Gymnasium, Knight's Cafe, Great Hall, Patio Area, Bachmann Board Room, President's Board Room, Community Hall Gym, Student Lounge, Student Lounge, Gymnasium, Bayada Atrium, Devine Hospitality…
Classes Resume
Classes Resume.
Organization: Academic Affairs.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 8:00 AM.
On-Campus Location.
Fac & Staff Evening of Reflection
Advent Evening of Reflection with Jim Saybak OFM for faculty and staff,
Dinner 5:30 pm,
Presentation and reflection time 6:30-9:00 pm.
Event Title: Advent Evening of Reflection for Faculty and Staff. Organization: Mission & Ministry Unit.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Glen Riddle Hall Bachmann Hall.