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 University Students Honored on 2022 Spring Dean's List
Just over 1,400 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2022 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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2022 Jun 28
Lewis University Students Honored on 2021 Fall Dean's List
Just over 1,400 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2021 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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2022 Feb 18
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
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.
Academic competition -
2021 Nov 22
Jada Hoffman Honored as Illinois Student Laureate
The Lincoln Academy of Illinois recently honored Lewis University student Jada Hoffman as a 2021 Student Laureate. In the spirit of Abraham Lincoln, Student Laureates are honored for their leadership and service on campus and beyond in the pursuit of the betterment of humanity and for overall excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities.
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2021 Nov 19
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
Flyers Finish Second Overall at National Catholic Championships
Lewis University's men's cross country team found success once again at Notre Dame's National Catholic Championships coming in second overall with 64 points and was the top finisher among non-Division I schools on Friday (Sept. 17) in South Bend, Ind. The Flyers had four runners place in the top 20. Anthony Farmer (Elgin, Ill./Burlington Central) and Dustin Macuiba (Gurnee, Ill./Warren Township) finished fifth and 10th for the Flyers with times of 25:05.5 and 25:48.5 in the 8-kilometer (4.9 mile) race. Farmer had an average mile time of 5:02.8 while Macuiba averaged 5.11.5 per mile. Garret White and Anthony Pena (East Moline, Ill./Pleasant Valley (Iowa)) finished 12th and 14th in the race with times of 25:59.1 and 26:11.8. White averaged 5:13.6 per mile and Pena averaged 5:16.2. Zach Fresenko (Louisville, Ohio/Louisville), Charlie Wirth (Greenville, Wis./Hortonville), Sean Ryan (Independence, Ky./Saint Henry), and Joshua Segura placed 27th, 32nd, 35th, and 36th respectfully. They finished with times of 26:47.2, 26:57.6, 26:59.8, and 27:01.9.
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2021 Sep 28
Lewis University Students Play a Role in Shakespeare Production
"William Shakespeare's Long First Play (abridged)" written by Austin Tichenor and Reed Martin, will have performances October 1-3 and October 7-10 at Lewis University's Philip Lynch Theatre in Romeoville. Performances are 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees are at 2:30 p.m. In addition, there is a matinee performance at 3:30 p.m. on October 9. Five Lewis University students perform the roles of over 50 characters. Zac Birgen of Waverly, Eduardo Cortez of Chicago, Katie Horn of Sturgis MI, John Kladis of Palos Hills and Alex Schedel of Bolingbrook are all players in a traveling theatre group that perform the found play. Philip Lynch Theatre Director Kevin Trudeau of Palos Hills directs the comedic play. Set and Lighting Designer Andrew Nelsen of Joliet creates a "Globe Theatre" inspired backdrop for the traveling theatre group. Costumer Celeste Mackey of Joliet has conceived of costumes that illustrate the zany and madcap quick changes the actors require. Working behind the scenes are Julia Egizio of Plainfield (stage manager), Lukas Roy of Palos Park (assistant stage manager), and Austin Jones of Steger (properties manager) and Dave Pomatto of Naperville (assistant technical director).
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2021 Sep 28
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 Students Honored on 2021 Spring Dean's List
Just over 1,500 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2021 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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2021 Jun 16
Lewis University Student Katie Ewing's Project Idea Wins Will County Contest
Lewis University sophomore Katie Ewing's submission for the garden design and install project at the National Hook-Up For Black Women Joliet Chapter, located at 1705 S. Richard Street in Joliet, was accepted by the Food for All for Healthier Communities Initiative. The garden site is on a seven-acre tract of land owned by the Laraway School District 70C. It's leased to the Joliet Chapter of the National Hookup of Black Women (NHBW). The site is located in the 60433 zip code which is classified as a "food desert."
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2021 May 12
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
Lewis University Philip Lynch Theatre Presents "The Romancers" Streaming Online
Local students are performing and producing "The Romancers", written by French dramatist and poet Edmond Rostand. The Lewis University Philip Lynch Theatre will stream performances on April 16-18 and April 22-25, 2021. The play is recommended for patrons 13 years and up. Evening performances are 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees are at 2:30 p.m. In addition, there is a matinee performance at 3:30 p.m. on April 24. Streaming link purchases are $13 for an adult, $12 for students and seniors. The running time of the show is approximately 80 minutes. Purchase streaming links online with a credit card on the PLT Website at www.lewisu.edu/plt. Click the "buy tickets" link. Prior to the streaming performance, patrons will be emailed a link and password to the online production. For more information patrons can follow the Philip Lynch Theatre (PLT) on social media @pltlewisu Patrons may also call the box office (815) 836-5500, or emailboxoffice@lewisu.edu Wednesday through Friday 1-4:30 p.m.
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2021 Apr 9
Lewis University Students Honored on 2020 Fall Dean's List
To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits
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2021 Feb 9
Lewis University Students Honored on 2020 Spring Dean's List
Just under 1,700 students were honored on the Lewis University Dean's List for the 2020 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. Lewis University is an innovative and forward-thinking Catholic university offering market-relevant undergraduate and graduate programs to 6,300 students. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis University is nationally recognized for preparing intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected and socially responsible graduates. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.
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2020 Jun 24