FOUNDERS' DAY 2021
We celebrated the founding of Albertus Magnus College
in a series of events, ‘Global and Grateful’
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 2021 Highlights Video
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Art Exhibition
“Global and Grateful: Genuine Portraits of Many Lives”
Hubert Campus Center & Walsh Hall
4:30 PM
Albertus Magnus College Founder’s Day Art Exhibit welcomed a juried selection of photographic
portraits that genuinely reflect gratitude for our global co-existence. By capturing
faithful reflections that go beyond physical characteristics, these portraits convey
the intersectionality of the depth of human nature; evoking human compassion and connection
that will deepen our individual visions of humanity.
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Liturgy of Thanksgiving
Behan Community Room
5:30 PM
We gathered this evening to celebrate 95 years of blessed moments in the life of the
college and to offer thanks to God for all those people who have made these 95 years
of history come alive.
Liturgy of Thanksgiving Video
Hanging of the Flags
Tagliatela Atrium
Immediately following liturgy
International students from various countries and regions took part in a ceremony
celebrating their home countries and cultures.
Reception
Tagliatela Atrium and Courtyard
Following Hanging of the Flags
A festive reception took place to bring our evening to a close.
Friday, September 24, 2021 - Founders' Day
Schedule of Events
Coffee and ...
Behan Community Room in Hubert Campus Center
10:30 AM
Coffee and refreshments were served in the Behan Community Room
Global and Grateful: Presentation by Sr. Gene Poore, O.P.
Behan Community Room in Hubert Campus Center
11:00 AM
Global and Grateful Video
Lunch
Bree Common Patio
12:00 PM
Lunch - A picnic will took place at the DeDominicis Dining Hall
Breakout sessions
Tagliatela Center Classrooms
1:15 - 3:00 PM
Presentation of the VERITAS Awards
Italian Gardens, Rosary Hall
3:30 PM
Opening of the Meister Eckhart Center
* Note: The Dedication of the Meister Eckhart Center will take place on March 3 at
6:00 p.m. *
Italian Gardens, Rosary Hall
3:30 PM
Dessert Reception and Tours of the Meister Eckhart Center
Rosary Hall, first floor
3:30 PM
Saturday, September 25, 2021
5k Race
Rosary Hall Library
10:00 AM
Albertus Magnus College
9:00 AM registration
10:00 AM start
Proceeds benefited the International Association of New Haven. You can donate here: http://ianewhaven.org/