Welcome to ɫӰƬ's Upcoming Events page! Here, you'll find a comprehensive list of exciting and enriching activities happening on campus. From athletics and academics to campus life and special programs, there's always something going on at ɫӰƬ. Stay updated and get involved with our vibrant community by checking this page regularly. Whether you're interested in guest speakers, athletics, campus ministry, or opportunities to engage with campus life, we have events that cater to all interests.
February
10
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Cheer on your Gyrenes as they take on Fort Lauderdale Prep!
February
12
Sat Feb 08 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Cheer on your Gyrenes as they take on Warner!
February
14
3:00 PM
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Igor Babilov will do a portrait art presentation as part of the annual AACSA conference. This is open to all students, faculty, and staff to attend.
World-renowned Portrait Artist, Igor Babilov, was selected to paint legacy portraits of Presidents, Supreme Court Justices, Prime Ministers, Fortune 500 CEOs, Nobel Prize Laureates, members of noble families and Royalty, and three Popes for the Vatican.
Acknowledged as Maestro by the Vatican curator, in his life-time professional career he has created over 2,000 commissioned portraits, grand scale multi-figure paintings and other works of art. More than half of these are in museums, official public, distinguished private and corporate collections around the world.
February
17
6:00 PM
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Are you discerning a vocation in education? Join us for a special Student Panel on Elementary Education, where faculty and current students will share their experiences in ɫӰƬ’s Elementary Education Major and Education Minor programs.
Panelists will discuss their academic journey, field experiences, and what it means to embrace teaching as a mission and calling from God. Whether you're considering a career in education or simply want to learn more, this is a great opportunity to gain insight into the joys and challenges of teaching.
Panelists:
- Abigail Fuller, Ed.D. – Chair of the Education Department; Associate Professor of Education
- Erin O’Guinn, Ed.D. – Assistant Professor of Education
- Lorraine Gordan – Senior, Elementary Education
- Gianna Monastra – Senior, Elementary Education
- Anne Scheck – Senior, Elementary Education
- Monica Wendle – Senior, Elementary Education
- Malarie O’Sullivan – Junior, Elementary Education
Come with your questions and leave inspired! This event is open to all students exploring teaching as a vocation rooted in faith, service, and the formation of young minds.
The Education Department will give away a $20.00 Dunkin‘ gift card to a lucky attendee.
February
17
8:30 PM
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Join us at our weekly Swing Club meetings, and learn new moves, make new friends, and prepare for our competition later in the semester! 8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
February
18
8:00 PM
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On February 18 at 8:00 p.m., Fr. Rocky will lead a live nationwide broadcast of Family Rosary Across America right from the ɫӰƬ Parish Church!
Take a break from the chaos and find some peace this February. Grab a rosary and some friends, and join us for a night of prayer and fellowship with Catholics across the country.
February
18
6:00 PM
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As part of Education Career Week at ɫӰƬ, this panel discussion offers students an opportunity to explore diverse career paths in education. Panelists will share insights into their experiences working in Catholic Schools, Catholic Classical Schools, Public Classical Charter Schools, and Public Schools, providing valuable perspectives on the challenges and rewards of each sector.
Panelists:
- Stephanie Saroki de Garcia – Co-founder & Chief Evangelist, Seton Education Partners (Bronx, NY)
- Dr. Michelle Thompson – Principal, Collier Charter Academy (Naples, FL)
- Michael Bussman – Head of School, Royal Palm Academy (Naples, FL)
- Pauline MacDonald ’19 – Grades 1-2 Teacher / Chorus Club Director, The Hawthorn School (Bedford, NY)
- Brandon Hunt ’13 – Assistant Headmaster, Valor Kyle (Kyle, TX)
- Katie Sandlin – Principal, Lake Trafford Elementary (Immokalee Public School)
Following the panel, join us for a networking reception at The Daily Grind, where you can connect with the panelists and fellow students interested in education careers.
Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable career advice and discover pathways to making an impact in education!
February
19
9:00 PM
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Come join Ave for Life's Holy Hour for the unborn! Father Richard will lead Eucharistic adoration and mental prayer, meditating on the sanctity of God’s gift of life. Contact Michael Long for any questions at Michael.d.long@my.avemaria.edu.
February
20
5:30 PM
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Join our speakers:
- Dr. Zachary Bartsch
- Prof. John Davis,
- Dr. Rodrigo Morales
- Prof. Scott Relf
- Mr. Brian Trymbiski, AMU ‘11
Sponsored by the AMU Department of Economics and Omicron Delta Epsilon, the Economics Honor Society.
February
22
2:00 PM
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February
22
Cheer on your Gyrenes as they take on Southeastern!
February
23
7:00 PM
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Join us for Praise & Worship during Eucharistic Adoration from 7-8pm every Sunday! Hosted by Talitha Koum, Lions of Judah, and Cor Ad Cor. All are welcome!
February
24
5:30 PM
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Listen to Dr. Robert Redfield, former director of the CDC, deliver a lecture as part of this year's Annual Castagnet Lecture Series: “Faith and Reason: My Journey as a Catholic Scientist in Modern Times.”
We hope to see you there!
February
24
12:00 PM
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Scire ut Amare, AMU’s undergraduate journal of theology and philosophy, is now accepting submissions for vol. 2! If you have written anything for your Theology, Philosophy, or Early Christian Literature class, please consider submitting it for publication!
Free hard copies of vol. 1 are available in the Theology Suite.
February
25
5:30 PM
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Listen to Dr. Robert Redfield, former director of the CDC, deliver a lecture as part of this year's Annual Castagnet Lecture Series: “Science, Medicine, Pandemics and the Catholic Faith”
We hope to see you there!
February
26
7:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Ave Idol is BACK! Get EXCITED for a super entertaining night with great music, choreography, and FUN as you watch your friends give the performances of their lives in Ave's epic lip-sync and dance battle competition.
Sign-ups for auditions will be held the week of February 3rd-7th at meal times in the Dining Hall.
Auditions will be held on Thursday, February 20th from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. in the O'Bryan Performance Hall.
Dress Rehearsal will be Tuesday, February 25th from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. in the O'Bryan Performance Hall.
February
28
6:00 AM
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Join The Institute for a campus-wide event to conclude its work month and celebrate the contributions that The Institute Scholars & Candidates have made in beautifying the area! The plan is to have a firepit going, as well as snacks and drinks—we're looking forward to seeing you there!
February
28
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For the month of February, we will be collecting donations to be given to Fr. Joseph Lugalambi to take to Uganda for the children of Our Lady of the Rosary School and Orphanage. We have placed boxes in the SUB and dorm lobbies.
Please see posters around campus for list of suggested donations.