SXU hosts Catholic high school fairs for elementary students on Dec. 9

One-stop shop for families seeking Catholic education

Chicago (Nov. 30, 2010) Saint Xavier University is partnering with local Catholic high schools to host a fair for elementary school children on Thurs., Dec. 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Warde Academic Center’s Butler Reception Room at SXU's Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.

The fair is a one-stop shop for families interested in Catholic education, intended to help guide middle school students and their families through the sometimes intimidating process of choosing the right high school. Families will be informed that Catholic schools are often an affordable option for a quality college preparatory education, thanks to the availability of scholarships and financial aid.

The following high schools will be represented at the fair: Trinity, Mother McAuley, St. Frances de Sales, Resurrection, Maria, Brother Rice, Queen of Peace, St. Ignatius, Marian Catholic, Marist, St. Laurence, Mt. Assisi, St. Rita, Mt. Carmel and De la Salle.

Parking is available free of charge at Lot #12 (across the street from the Warde Academic Center) and Lot #1 (in front of the Shannon Fitness Center). A map of SXU’s campus is available here.

For more information, please contact Katie Mankin at (773) 925-8686, x151 or kmankin@mariahighschool.org.

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SXU to host Fourth Annual Alumni and Friends Holiday Tea

Holiday tea is at 1 p.m. on Tues., Dec. 14

Chicago (Nov. 30, 2010) The Saint Xavier University Office of Alumni and Parent Relations will host the Fourth Annual Alumni and Friends Holiday Tea at 1 p.m. on Tues., Dec. 14. in the Warde Academic Center’s Butler Reception Room at the Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.

Admission to the tea is $35 per person. A portion of the admission will be donated to support student scholarships.
The tea will have open seating and concludes at 4:30 p.m. Please R.S.V.P. by Fri., Dec. 10, as seating is limited.

For more information or to R.S.V.P., contact the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations at (773) 298-3316 or alumni@sxu.edu.

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Video alert! No. 3 SXU football wins NAIA Championship Series quarterfinals game 40-21

Saint Xavier University’s No. 3 football team won its NAIA Championship Series quarterfinals game on Nov. 27. ABC 7 Chicago covered SXU’s 40-21 victory against University of St. Francis (Ind.). The 13-0 Cougars advance to the semifinals, where they face No. 2 Carroll College in Helena, Mont. at 1 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 4.

Sisters of Mercy of the Americas president to speak at SXU

Lecture to address challenges of faith and religion for adult believers

Chicago (Nov. 23, 2010) Sister Mary Waskowiak, President of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas will speak at Saint Xavier University for the Catholic Colloquium lecture series. Her lecture is titled “Sister Says: ‘Be Adult Catholics.’”

The lecture will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 1 at Saint Xavier University in the Warde Academic Center’s Butler Reception Room, 3700 W. 103rd St. The lecture is free and open to the public.

Drawing on her commitment as a Sister of Mercy and her broad experience in Catholic Church ministries, Sister Waskowiak will address some of the challenges that religion and faith pose for all adult believers. How does one hold together faith in a transcendent God and membership in a less than perfect religious organization?

Sister Waskowiak has served as President of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas since July 2005. Prior to her role as president, Mary served as councilor on the Institute Leadership Team from 1991 to 1999 and as President of the Sisters of Mercy Regional Community of Burlingame, Calif., from 2003 to 2005.

Sister Waskowiak also served as President of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) from 1996 to 1999, during which time she participated as official observer to the Bishops' Synod for the Americas at the Vatican. Her prior ministry experiences include secondary education, parish ministry, seminary field education, Sisters of Mercy vocation and formation ministry, and directing Mercy Center in Burlingame. Sister Waskowiak has served as facilitator and/or presenter for groups of women and men religious in Argentina, Chile, England, Guyana, Ireland, Peru, South Africa, the United States and Zambia.

The Catholic Colloquium series is sponsored by the Office for University Mission and Heritage. It honors the responsibilities of a Catholic university to its many constituents and illustrates how Catholic universities are resources for examining contemporary civic and social questions.

For additional information, please contact the Office for University Mission and Heritage at (773) 298-3981 or mareska@sxu.edu.

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Does it matter where we pray?

Liturgical design consultant to speak at SXU on Dec. 2

Chicago (Nov. 23, 2010) Liturgical design consultant J. Philip Horrigan, D. Min., will speak at Saint Xavier University's Theology South lecture series at 9:30 a.m. on Thurs., Dec. 2 at Saint Xavier in the Warde Academic Center’s Butler Reception Room, 3700 W. 103rd St.

Horrigan's lecture, titled “Does It Matter Where We Pray?,” explores the importance of architecture for worship and includes a visual presentation focusing on the relationship between the space for liturgies and the action of liturgies. The lecture costs $6 and coffee will be served at 9 a.m.

From 1997 to 2009, Horrigan worked for the Archdiocese of Chicago as the Director of the Department of Art and Architecture at the Office for Divine Worship. Horrigan acted as a consultant and resource person for all the parishes involved in a building or renovation project.

For more information, contact Donatta Yates at (708) 422-1635.

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SXU Prof. William Kresse discusses phony military scams on CBS 2 Chicago News at 10

Prof. William Kresse commented on people on Craigslist posing as members of the military to scam others on Nov. 23 on CBS 2 Chicago News at 10.

Kresse is an associate professor at the Graham School of Management and director of the Saint Xavier University Center for the Study of Fraud and Corruption.

SXU Prof. Joyce Hunter discusses potential TSA opt-out protests on ABC 7's Chicago News This Morning

Graham School of Management Prof. Joyce Hunter, author of "Anger in the Air," appeared as a live in-studio guest on Nov. 23 on ABC 7's Chicago News This Morning.

Hunter discussed traveler frustration over recently ramped up and controversial security measures at airports, and the possibilities for confusion and slowdowns resulting from "opt out" protests by people unwilling to pass through the new sensors.

Video alert! Watch coverage of No. 3 SXU football's first round NAIA Championship Series win on ABC 7 Chicago, Fox Chicago and WGN-TV

Saint Xavier University’s No. 3 football team defeated University of the Cumberlands (Ky.) 66-19 in the first round of the NAIA Championship Series. The Cougars completed their second undefeated regular season in a row and advance to the NAIA Quarterfinals at 1 p.m., Sat., Nov. 27 at home.

SXU receives Council for Advancement and Support of Education award

Honored with Silver Award in "Best Annual Report" category

Chicago (Nov. 18, 2010) Saint Xavier University recently received an award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education District V. SXU received a Silver Award in the "Best Annual Report" category for its "Saint Xavier University Annual Report: Contributions that Count."

The University will be honored at the 36th Annual CASE V Conference in Chicago from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14 at the Chicago Sheraton Hotel and Towers.

"It's an honor to be recognized by CASE, an organization representing the highest standards in higher education," said Robert Tenczar, vice president for University Relations.

CASE is an international association of education advancement officers whose ultimate goal is to enhance their institutions by bringing in support — be it in the form of money, alumni loyalty, public esteem, or new students. In turn, CASE's purpose is to help these people advance the cause of education. CASE District V includes members from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

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SXU Gallery hosts exhibit of selections from University's permanent collection

Includes works by Andy Warhol, Arthur Secunda, Antonio Clave and Elzbieta Sikorska

Chicago (Nov. 17, 2010) The SXU Gallery will host the exhibit “Selections from the University’s Permanent Collection” from now through Sat., Dec. 4.

The exhibit has more than twenty pieces from well-known artists. These works include a silkscreen print by Andy Warhol, two lithographs by Arthur Secunda, a work by Antonio Clave, and a painting by Elzbieta Sikorska.

The exhibit also includes pieces by several Sisters of Mercy, including Sister Edward Mary and Sister Linea Frei, and works from graduates of SXU's Department of Art and Design.

The SXU Gallery is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., and on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The gallery is closed from Wed., Nov. 24 through Sun., Nov. 28.

For more information, call the Department of Art and Design at (773) 298-3081.

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Saint Xavier University Chorale to perform fall concert

Concert is 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 20

Chicago (Nov. 15, 2010) The Saint Xavier University Chorale will present a fall concert at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 20 at the Chicago Campus' McDonough Chapel, 3700 W. 103rd St.

The Chorale, under the direction of Department of Music Prof. Marty Swisher, will perform a number of operatic and holiday selections in their concert, “Sacred Magnificence.” General admission to the concert is $6. Admission for seniors and visiting students is $5.

For more information, contact the Department of Music at (773) 298-3421 or adamus@sxu.edu.

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Unstoppable! - SXU football finishes second perfect regular season in a row

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Saint Xavier University's football team defeated No. 7 ranked University of Saint Francis (Ill.) 30-6 on Nov. 6, finishing a perfect 11-0 regular season for the second year in a row and claiming the Mid-States Football Association (MSFA) Mideast League title. Additionally, Coach Mike Feminis picked up his 100th win with Saturday's victory.

Catholic theologian to speak at SXU

"A world of wizardry or spiritual wisdom?"

Chicago (Nov. 4, 2010) Theologian, liturgist, and musician Rev. Edward Foley will discuss the roles of Catholic higher education as part of Saint Xavier University’s Catholic Colloquium lecture series.

The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 10 in the Warde Academic Center’s Butler Reception Room at the University's Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.

Foley’s lecture, “Can a University Be a Sacrament? Catholic Magic or Catholic Mysticism?” will examine whether the divine realities conveyed by earthly realities invoke a world of wizardry or one of spiritual wisdom.
Foley is a professor of liturgy and music at Catholic Theological Union. He is the Duns Scotus chair in Franciscan Spirituality at CTU. He has a Ph.D. in theology from the University of Notre Dame and a masters degree in divinity, music, and liturgical research.

The Catholic Colloquium series is sponsored by the Office for University Mission and Heritage. It honors the responsibilities of a Catholic university to its many constituents and illustrates how Catholic universities are resources for examining contemporary civic and social questions.
For additional information, please contact the Office for University Mission and Heritage at (773) 298-3981 or mareska@sxu.edu.

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SXU celebrates Arab Heritage Month with special events during November

Arab music improvisation show, calligraphy demonstration and interfaith lecture

Chicago (Nov. 3, 2010) Saint Xavier University invites the community to celebrate Arab Heritage Month with three special events during November at its Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St. All events are free and open to the public, organized and sponsored by the SXU Middle Eastern Studies Program.

Irtijalat: Middle Eastern Music Improvisations
Noon to 1 p.m., Mon., Nov. 8, SXU Diner Atrium in the Warde Academic Center
Experience the unique sounds of Wanees Zarour and Majed Abu Ajamiyeh, who will be performing musical improvisations and dialogue on the oud, buzuq, qanun, some of the Arab world's major instruments, and percussion. This event is co-sponsored by SXU's Department of Music.

Reed, Silk and Ink: The Art of Arabic Calligraphy
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon., Nov. 8, Butler Reception Room in the Warde Academic Center
Decorative writing, or calligraphy, is one of the highest art forms in the Arab world. Majed Abu Ajamiyeh, an instructor of Arabic Calligraphy at the American Islamic college, will demonstrate the use of the reed pen (boussa) with ink used by professional calligraphers. He will focus on the Thuluth styles of Arabic Calligraphy; a style that emerged in the 11th century. This event is co-sponsored by SXU's Department of Art and Design.

Toward a New Paradigm of Inter-faith Dialogue: Looking at the Middle East through the Three Abrahamic Religions
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon., Nov. 15, Butler Reception Room in the Warde Academic Center
The Rev. Don Wagner will explore variety of approaches that seek new directions in interfaith relations for the three Abrahamic religions.
Wagner is the research professor of Interfaith and Peace Studies at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Va. From 1995 to 2010 He was a professor at North Park University in Chicago and Director of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies from 1995 to 2010. He is co-founder of Bridges of Faith, a coalition of Evangelical Christian and Muslim leaders who have held four interfaith dialogue conferences since 2007.
Wagner is the author of "Anxious for Armageddon," which explores the influence of some Christian perspectives on Middle East Politics, and "Dying in the Land of Promise: Palestine and Palestinian Christianity from Pentecost - 2000."

For more information, please contact SXU Middle Eastern Studies Program Director Iman Saca, Ph.D., at (773) 298-3554 or saca@sxu.edu.

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SXU Department of Music presents November concert series

Public is invited

Chicago (Nov. 2, 2010) The SXU Music Department presents a series of concerts during November. Students and alumni of various musical groups will perform selections from different composers at the University's Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St.

Concerts are free for all SXU faculty, staff, and students with an ID. General admission is $6 and $5 for seniors and visiting students.

All concerts are in the Warde Academic Center’s McGuire Hall unless otherwise noted.

• The Flute Ensemble, led by Prof. Martha Morris, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 5.
• SXU alumni will present a recital at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 6. The recital will be featuring Michelle Gliottoni-Rodriquez and Kojelyte Johnson
• The Jazz Combo and Guitar Ensemble, led by Prof. Frederick Miller, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 12.
• The Jazz Ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 19.
• The University Chorale will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 20 in McDonough Chapel.

For more information, contact Annette Adamus at (773) 298-3421 or adamus@sxu.edu.

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