Truth, Tradition, Transformation: A Centennial Celebration
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Albertus Magnus College opened its doors for the first time on September 24, 1925. As a community, it is our honor to celebrate the pioneering women of the Dominican Sisters of Peace and their continuing sponsorship of the mission of Albertus Magnus College. To make a gift in the support of Founders’ Day and the Dominican Pillars of Study, Prayer, Community, and Service, go online to albertus.edu/support-albertus.
Founders’ Day 2025 Schedule of Events
Coffee and…
Welcome
Behan Community Room, Hubert Campus Center
Centennial Prayer – Edward Dunar
Centennial Poem – Sarah Wallman
Presentation
Sr. Patricia Twohill, O.P., Prioress, Dominican Sisters of Peace
Honoring our Founders
Dr. Marc Camille, President
Announcements
Line-up for the Candlelight Ceremony
Viewing Stations – Fireside Lounge, Tagliatela Center Room 113
Candlelight Ceremony
Centennial Photo
All Campus Picnic — Bree Patio and Bree Commons
Book Signing — Bree Commons
“Fearless Endless Truth” – By Catie White
Centennial Art Show — Hubert Campus Center Hallway
Coordinated by Jerome Nevins and Rebecca Arnold
Centennial Display — Hubert Campus Center Hallway
Coordinated by Centennial Committee
Card Signing — Bree Commons
Coordinated by Sr. Susan Olson, O.P.
Donations – Friends’ Center — Hubert Campus Center Hallway
Coordinated by Patrick Clifford
Centennial Breakout Sessions — Celebrating Our History
1:30 p.m.
Windows in the Mind: Symbols in the St. Albert Atrium
Participants will learn about the environmental design of the Atrium. Designed by Randall E. Hoyt and inspired by the writings of St. Albert in theology, philosophy, and the natural sciences, this session will unlock the secrets of the Atrium floor.
Traditions – Important Moments in History
Alumni will share meaningful moments in their Albertus experience.
Albertus at the Crossroads: 1985
In this simulation, we will recreate the 1985 debate around whether Albertus should become a co-ed institution.
2:15 p.m.
Moments of Transformation
This session brings together panelists who have collectively experienced 58 years of Albertus history.
Dominican Saints
A portrayal of Dominican Saints by students who attended the Dominican Preaching Conference, will highlight the lives and impact of key members of the Dominican Order, who lived the pillars: study, prayer, community, service.
Breakwater Through the Years
This session will focus on the history and pieces from Breakwater, from its founding in 1972 to present day.
3:15 p.m. — Emeritus Presentation
Behan Community Room, Hubert Campus Center
Dr. Rosa E. Rivera-Hainaj, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty
The following faculty will receive the Emeritus designation:
Jeremiah Coffey, Nancy Fallon, Wayne Gineo, Kenneth Jorgensen, Evie Lindemann, Ragaa Mazen, Abbe Miller, Clara Munson, Sean O’Connell, Patricia Compagnone-Post, Hilda Speicher, Joan Venditto, Joseph Veth,* Ronald Waite,* John Wasserman, Patricia Yeaman.
*In memorium
Presentation of the Veritas Awards
Joseph Veth, Professor of Humanities and Education – In Memorium
Presenter: Sarah Wallman
Deborah Frattini, Associate Professor of English and Communications
Presenter: Sean O’Connell, former Vice President of Academic Affairs
Carolyn Behan Kraus, Executive Director of College Events
Presenter: Andrea Kovacs, Vice President of Marketing and Community Relations
Musical Presentation:
“We Are” composed by Ysaye Barnwell
Pep Song – composed by Sr. Amy McFrederick, O.P. Way up high Fearless Falcons fly, Albertus rules the sky. Wearing the colors of sky and sea, Falcons soar on to victory.
Albertus Magnus Chorus under the direction of Sarah Reed
Reception – Pub and Fireside Lounge, Hubert Campus Center