Lewis University offers practical, goal-oriented education for undergraduate students, graduate students and adult learners through nearly 80 undergraduate programs and 35 graduate programs. Lewis University's main campus is located 30 minutes southwest of Chicago in Romeoville, Illinois.
(see more)Lewis University offers practical, goal-oriented education for undergraduate students, graduate students and adult learners through nearly 80 undergraduate programs and 35 graduate programs. Lewis University's main campus is located 30 minutes southwest of Chicago in Romeoville, Illinois.
Lewis Athletics Recognizes Br. David Delahanty Award Winners
Lewis University student athletes were honored for their academic excellence on April 22, as 368 student-athletes received Br. David Delahanty Awards at the Convocation Hall located on the Romeoville Campus. The Delahanty Award recognizes Flyers who have maintained a high GPA while balancing the demands of athletics and academics. The Delahanty Awards are presented in three tiers based on cumulative GPA. Bronze Medallion (3.25 - 3.499 GPA) Silver Medallion (3.50 - 3.749 GPA) Gold Medallion (3.75 - 4.0 GPA) Br. David Delahanty, FSC, served as President of Lewis from June 1982 until his untimely death in October 1987. A personal advocate of physical fitness, Br. David encouraged Lewis students to achieve excellence not only in the academic sphere but also in the athletic arena. Following his death, several members of the Lewis' athletic teams inquired if they could wear black armbands to mourn the popular president. After much consultation, it was decided that Br. David would have preferred a tribute to athletes based on their academic achievements. The first ceremony took place in 1988.
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APNA Selects Lewis University Student For Selective Networking and Development Opportunity
Lewis University's College of Nursing and Health Science student, Anna Faveron,
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2023 Nov 29
Lewis University Students Present Research at ACCA Symposium
Lewis University students studying physical, social and behavioral, and life sciences presented work at the 56th annual Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area Student Symposium on April 13 at Lewis University in Romeoville. The Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area (ACCA) symposium allowed students to present their research to their peers studying In the Chicago area. ACCA is a consortium of 14 private liberal arts colleges offering educational experiences that help students organize and share their knowledge and discoveries.
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Apr 30
Lewis University Students Win ACCA Calculus Competition
One of Lewis University's student teams earned first place at the 2024 Association of Colleges of the Chicago Area (ACCA) Calculus Competition. The winning team consisted of Benyamin Bamburac, Ruben Franchini and Leonardo Ramos. Lewis University's second team, who earned 12th place, included Mackenzie Welsh, Chuckie Gentile and Tyler Ranieri. The ACCA Calculus Competition typically sees 35 teams compete with other ACCA teams by completing short answer and multiple-choice questions within 90 minutes. The ACCA is a consortium of 15 private liberal arts colleges that promotes collegiate education in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, physics, psychology, sociology/anthropology, and business/economics.
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Apr 30
Lewis is First in Illinois at DOE Cybersecurity Competition
Lewis University computer science and cybersecurity students finished as the top team in Illinois and 10th overall the 120 schools at the November 12-13 Department of Energy Cyberforce Competition.
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2021 Nov 22
Students, Faculty Present at Midwestern Psychology Conference
Several Lewis University students and faculty presented insights to nearly 4,000 people at the 96 Annual Midwestern Psychological Association Conference in Chicago. Psychology Assistant Professors Drs. Spencer Campbell and Philip Blankenship mentored several psychology student presentations. They shared a diverse range of research including the connections between aromatherapy and mental health, the effects of body comparison on self-esteem, and how emojis influence tone of text messages and face-to-face communication. The list of Lewis University presentations included "What's That Smell? Investigating How Aromatherapy Practices Affect Individuals' Mental Health" by Jimmy Rozhon and Blankenship "Gym-rat Or Average Joe? Exploring The Effects of Viewer/Influencer Body Type Comparison on Self-esteem, Self-efficacy, and Mental Health" by Rozhon, Ayling Rodriguez, Rebekkah Schimick and Blankenship "Serious or Sarcasm? Examining The Influence of Emojis on Perceived Message Tone in Text Messaging and Face-to-face Communication" by Emilia Nykaza and Blankenship "Harmonic Empathy: Cognitive Influence of Auditory Stimuli on Personal Emotional Insight Through Limbic Visualization" by Cristian Davila and Campbell "The Effect of Mindfulness Stress Reduction Interventions on the Mental Health of Injured College Athletes" by Hannah Alvey and Campbell "Affective Science: Impact of Emotion on Cognitive Processing" by Mary Taylor Wagner, Blankenship and Campbell The MPA's annual meetings invite psychologists and students to present their research on a wide range of topics in current psychological science.
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Apr 30
Lewis University Students Partner with Palos Heights Police Department to Discuss Mental Health Initiatives
Lewis University students are helping in gathering feedback on Trinity Services' Co-Responder Assistance program. The co-responder program between New Lenox-based Trinity Services and local law enforcement works to reduce arrests and recidivism by providing people with mental health screenings and substance abuse screenings.
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2023 Dec 22
Lewis University on 2023 Spring Semester Dean's List Honored
Just about 1,300 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2023 Spring Semester. To be eligible for this honor, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours during the semester with a grade point average of at least 3.5 and with no "D" or "F" grades.
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2023 Jun 7
Lewis University Honors 1,300 Students on 2023 Fall Dean's List
Just over 1,300 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2023 Fall Semester. To be eligible for this honor, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours during the semester with a grade point average of at least 3.5 and with no "D" or "F" grades.
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Apr 17
"Godspell" Is On Stage April 19-28 at Lewis University
Lewis University Philip Lynch Theatre presents "Godspell" (2012), a moving production that shares Jesus' powerful messages of love, kindness, and tolerance. "Godspell" (2012), conceived by John-Michael Tebelak, will have performances on April 19-21 and April 25-28. The first weekend performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a 2:30 p.m. matinee on Sunday. The second-weekend performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, with a 2:30 p.m. matinee on Saturday and Sunday.
Lewis University Philip Lynch Theatre Presents Ike Holter's "Exit Strategy"
"Exit Strategy," by Ike Holter, will have performances on February 16-18 and February 22-25 at Lewis University's Philip Lynch Theatre in Romeoville. This play is recommended for ages 13 and older.
LUCE Students Visit Cathedrals, Galleries, and Malta
In the first two weeks of February, the Spring 2024 Lewis University Rome Program at Lasallian Universities Center for Education students visited several historic and artistic landmarks in Italy and Malta. LUCE offers full-semester programs for Lasallian students from around the world. Its programs are designed to develop specifically Lasallian international study abroad experiences and to enrich the sense of belonging in the worldwide Lasallian community. Contact Chris Swanson at swansoch@lewisu.edu for more information on the Rome Program at LUCE.
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Feb 28
Lasallian Speaker Exemplifies Lifelong Learning by Pursuing A Second Bachelor's Degree
Undergraduate degree recipients gathered with loved ones on December 16 for the Lewis University Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies on its Romeoville campus. Offering the Lasallian Address, Bachelor of Nursing recipient Catherine D. Fiori urged her fellow degree recipients to be lifelong learners. "Our world changes so rapidly but the one thing that remains consistent is the power of education," Fiori said.
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2023 Dec 22
Record Enrollment for Lewis University Students in Rome, Spring 2024
For the second year in a row, Lasallian Universities Center for Education in Rome, Italy has a record enrollment of Lewis University students living and studying in Rome. Twenty-four students from 14 majors and four colleges are participating in the LUCE Rome Program for the Spring 2024 semester. LUCE offers full-semester programs for Lasallian students from around the world. Its programs are designed to develop specifically Lasallian international study abroad experiences and to enrich the sense of belonging in the worldwide Lasallian community. Contact Chris Swanson at swansoch@lewisu.edu for more information on the Rome Program at LUCE.
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Feb 13
New Resident Assistants this Fall at Lewis University
Sixteen new Resident Assistants as well as three Residence Life Coordinators were added to Lewis University's growing Residence Life team this fall. The university casts a wide net, searching for the best and brightest individuals from all corners of the world in hopes of creating a vibrant and supportive living community that transcends borders and celebrates cultural diversity. The new team members bring unique perspectives and a wealth of experiences to the residence halls. The RAs will serve as mentors, friends, and leaders, helping residents navigate the exciting journey of college life. The three new Residence Life Coordinators each have a distinct background and passion for creating an inclusive and enriching living environment. They will play a pivotal role in shaping residence life programs, providing guidance to RAs, and ensuring residents feel at home on the Romeoville campus.
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2023 Sep 22
Lewis University Students Explore Solutions to Current Societal Issues
Reducing disease spread in healthcare settings, firearm safety education, and creating more efficient semiconductor manufacturing processes are just a few of the research topics undertaken by 13 Lewis University students this summer. The biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, engineering, and physics undergraduate students participated in the Dr. James Girard Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE). The collaborative experience includes working one-on-one with a faculty mentor, and offers an experiential learning environment that accelerates their research careers, with many students presenting their outcomes at conferences and/or via publications.
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2023 Sep 20
Lewis University Softball Captures 11th GLVC Championship
The Lewis softball team won its league-best 11th Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament Championship after defeating Maryville in the semifinals then Indianapolis in the championship game on May 7.
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2023 May 10
Lewis Men's Cross Country Finishes Runnerup at GLVC Championships Saturday
The Lewis University men's cross country team finished in second place at the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships at Principia College Cross Country Course hosted by McKendree University. The Flyers were denied their bid for a third straight crown when they finished with 36 points finishing behind first time champion University of Illinois Springfield who finished with 35 points. The team race came down to the closest score in GLVC Cross Country Championships history, a record previously held by Lewis in 2004 when they knocked of Southern Indiana by 2 points, and Southern Indiana who knocked off Wisconsin Parkside in 2015 by 2 points as well.
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2022 Nov 10
Jennings Named Lockport Woman's Club Intern
Morgan Jennings, a Lewis University history major with minors in theology and Arabic, has been named the Lockport Woman's Club/ Pat Darin intern.
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2023 Apr 6
Six Students Honored as Inaugural Inductees of Pi Theta Epsilon - Occupational Therapy National Honor Society
Six Lewis University students were recently inducted into Pi Theta Epsilon - Occupational Therapy National Honor Society. A ceremony was held for the inaugural inductees on September 8 at Lewis University in Romeoville. Elizabeth Carignan, Sokea Chidlow, Rachel Eriksen, Miranda Grizaffi, Nicole Santillo, and Rachel Schneider are the first Lewis University students to be initiated into Pi Theta Epsilon.
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2021 Sep 28
Lewis University Welcomes 19 New Delta Epsilon Sigma Members
Lewis University inducted 19 students into the Gamma Chi Chapter of Delta Epsilon Sigma on November 22. Delta Epsilon Sigma is a national scholastic honor society for students, faculty and alumni of colleges and universities with a Catholic tradition. It recognizes academic accomplishments, fosters scholarly activities, and encourages a sense of intellectual community among its members.
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2021 Dec 3
Zeta Xi Chapter Wins National Award for Service
The Zeta Xi Chapter in Lewis University's College of Business was recently recognized by the national business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi for its outstanding service. The national award for Outstanding Service Award for a Collegiate Chapter is presented on an annual basis to the collegiate chapter of Delta Sigma Pi that plans and implements the most effective and comprehensive program of service to others.
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2021 Nov 11
Local Students Win 2021 Come Clean Go Green Competition
"Food to Fuel: Biodiesel Processing for Campus and Community Use" project idea by students Kristen Knych '21, Sol llanes '23, Sebastian Mietus '21, and Caitlin Shanahan '21 won the 2021 Come Clean Go Green Competition at Lewis University.
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2021 Apr 28