Upcoming Events for Lewis Alumni & Friends
📸 Photos will be taken at events for use in publications and online. Contact alumni@lewisu.edu if you don't want your photo taken.
February
Women Artists at the Field with Gallery Talk & Reception — February 5 through March 13, 2026 | Gallery Talk & Reception: Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7 p.m. | Wadsworth Family Gallery
They Promised Her the Moon (Play) — February 20-22, February 26-March 1 | Philip Lynch Theatre
Senabella Gill: The Bronzeville Diva in Concert — Monday, February 26, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall | To stream, CLICK HERE.
Strolling Into Legacy: Divine 9 Celebration - Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Location: Flight Deck Dining Room in St. Charles Borromeo | An evening dedicated to honoring the history, impact, and legacy of Black Greek life at Lewis University and beyond. | Two engaging panel discussions, music, food, drinks, networking opportunities, and organizational displays | For more info and register, CLICK HERE!
March
Monarch Winds Concert - Monday, March 2, 2026 | Woodwind quintet ensemble featuring Laurel Tempas, Robert Gordon, Mary Payne, Amanda Karowske, and Jie Chen | 7:30 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall | To stream, please CLICK HERE.
Gros Institute F.I.R.E. | Empathy in Action: Living our Lasallian Values - Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | Join us for this annual interfaith forum where we share stories and break bread together. | 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | University Dining Room (AS 104C) | Free for students, faculty and staff with a suggested donation of $10 for community members | To learn more and register, please CLICK HERE.
Third Annual CoHFAC Kickback - Saturday, March 7, 2026 | Join us for evening of delicious food, drink, and an inspiring program where we honor our outstanding students and achievements of the College of Humanities, Fine Arts, and Communications. This year, we will be honoring Mary DeGraw, alumna, recently retired Associate Provost, and long-time, deeply loved campus leader. | 6 p.m. Doors open for Cocktail Hour | 7 p.m. Program begins | Philip Lynch Theatre & Wadsworth Family Gallery | Sponsorships available | To register or learn more, please CLICK HERE.
Men's Volleyball Alumni Night - Saturday, March 7, 2026 | Calling all Men's Volleyball alumni! | Join us as we cheer on the Flyers as they take on Ball State (80's Night) | 5 p.m. | Neil Carey Arena | Reception for all MVB alumni in Seiler Room during the game | For more info or to register CLICK HERE.
Tedx at Lewis University - Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Join us as members of the Lewis University community take the stage to give very timely talks on some of today's most relevant topics. 7 p.m. | Philip Lynch Theatre | For more information and to purchase tickets, CLICK HERE.
Lewis Career Expo (Job & Internship Fair for Students & Alumni) - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | Are you a Lewis alumnus who is looking for a job or making a job change? Bring copies of your resume and attend the Lewis Career Expo to talk to prospective employers. | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Lewis University Fieldhouse/Rec Center | For more info or to register as an alum, please contact careerservices@lewisu.edu.
Fourth Annual Brother Bernard Rapp, FSC Lecture on Faith & Science: Dr. Jason Keleher of Lewis University - Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 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. | 3:30 p.m. | University Dining Room | All are welcome.
DAY OF GIVING - MARK YOUR CALENDAR! | Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Stritch Hall - Romeoville Campus | To learn more or be a part of "Mission POSSIBLE: Operation Lasallian Mission," CLICK HERE.
Spring Sczepaniak Lecture - 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.” | Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 6 p.m. | University Dining Room (AS 104C) | For more information or to register CLICK HERE.
Lewis Spring Concert - March 30, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall | To stream, CLICK HERE.
April
Lewis President's 18th Annual Art Exhibition - April 2-24, 2026 | Awards & Reception: April 9, 2026 at 7 p.m. | Gallery Talk: April 22, 2026 at 2 p.m. | Wadsworth Family Gallery
Qur'an and Bible Lecture Series: Disability and Scripture - Sunday, April 8, 2026 | This event will feature Dr. Lauren Osborne (author of Hearing Islam) in conversation with Dr. Daniel Smith (both from Whitman College). Dr. Osborne will focus on deafness as it intersects with Qur'anic recitation and oral/aural traditions, and Dr. Smith will explore disability and otherness in revelation in New Testament and Biblical traditions. Halal lunch will be served. | 12 p.m. | D'Arcy Great Room
5 Lesbians Eating Quiche (Play) - Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Keith White Theatre | To stream, CLICK HERE.
Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy (Musical) - April 24-26, April 30-May 3, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Philip Lynch Theatre | To purchase tickets, CLICK HERE.
Out of Darkness Lewis University Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention - April 26, 2026 | Hosted in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, this event raises funds for suicide prevention education, research, and advocacy, while supporting mental health resources for the Lewis campus community. 9 a.m. | Student Recreation & Fitness Center | To register, please CLICK HERE.
Lewis Rock & Jazz Band Concert - April 28, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Keith White Theatre in the Oremus Fine Arts Center (FA-18) | To stream, CLICK HERE.
May
Lewis Spring Choral Concert - May 4, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall | To stream, CLICK HERE.
Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra - May 6, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall | To stream, CLICK HERE.
Senior Capstone Exhibition - May 7 - 17, 2026 | 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. | Gallery Talk & Reception: May 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. | Wadsworth Family Gallery
Golden Flyers Reunion - Saturday, May 30, 2026 | Check-in begins at 9 a.m. in University Dining Room (AS 104C) | All members of the Class of 1976 and earlier are invited to join us for Mass, photos, brunch, campus tours, and an opportunity to connect with fellow Flyers! We will welcome the Class of 1976 into the Golden Flyer Society | Discounted hotel rooms are available | For more information or to register CLICK HERE.
June
46th Annual Flyers Athletics Golf Outing - Friday, June 12, 2026 | 9 a.m. Shotgun start | Cog Hill Golf & Country Club (12294 Archer Avenue, Lemont | Lunch & Silent Auction to follow golf | Sponsorship opportunities available | Due to increased demand, golf will take place on two courses this year to speed up play. | To register CLICK HERE.
July
Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Alumni Gathering - Saturday, July 25, 2026 | Calling all aviation enthusiasts! Lewis Aviation will once again host a tent at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin! Stop by during the week to enter our raffle for some cool Lewis swag. Then join us on Saturday evening before the airshow for food and Flyer fellowship at Booth #53. Registration is required. For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.
For questions, contact Brandon McGee at mcgheebr@lewisu.eduor 815-836-5123.