Albertus Magnus College has always been on the cutting edge of answering the call. Think about it. In 1924, the Dominican Sisters of Saint Mary of the Springs, who are now known as the Dominican Sisters of Peace, answered the call to create a Catholic, residential college for women. It was rare for a woman
Read More.Christmas Day 2019
Scripture “And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart.” Luke 2:19 Reflection Amidst all the joy, exultation and cheer of the Christmas season, this single line from Luke’s Gospel used on Christmas morning captures my imagination. “Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart.” What must she have
Read More.Reflection for Fourth Sunday of Advent
Scripture “A virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call him Emmanuel, which means ‘God is with us.” Mathew 1:23 Reflection A few days ago I was listening to the radio when I heard an old song by Joan Osborne. In it she sings: “What if God was one of us? …Just
Read More.Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent
Scripture: “Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say, rejoice. Indeed the Lord is near.” Philippians 4:4-5 Reflection: On this third Sunday of Advent the word, “rejoice” is repeated several times throughout the prayers and readings. In the opening prayer the line including “rejoice” reminds us the Lord is near. We might ask ourselves to
Read More.7th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Albertus
Albertus has always recognized the fundamental importance of Community as a place, an experience, where connections are made. The Falcon Family came together on December 5, 2019 for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting hosted by the Student Alumni Association. Children’s games, food, a visit from Santa Claus, Christmas carols from the Albertus Chorus, and much
Read More.Winter Formal at Albertus 2019
Albertus Magnus College held its 2019 Winter Formal to close out the semester. This is an annual tradition to help students celebrate the end of the year and beginning of their holiday break. Check out our photo gallery to view the full night!
Read More.Reflection for the Second Sunday of Advent
Scripture “John the Baptist appeared. It was of him that the prophet Isaiah had spoken when he said: A voice of one crying out in the desert.” Reflection “A voice crying out in the desert” John the Baptist with his call for repentance became a beacon of hope in his time.Do you ever feel like
Read More.Albertus Criminal Justice Department Donates to the Hamden Youth Center
Criminal Justice students at Albertus Magnus College presented a check of $500 to the Hamden Youth Center on Tuesday, November 19, as part of their annual toy drive. This project is not only a part of their classroom learning, but it also demonstrates the Dominican traditions of community and service. Several of the students are
Read More.Reflection for the First Sunday of Advent
O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the Lord! Isaiah 2:5 As Advent begins we are plunged into the darkness of winter, the shortest days of the year; night comes earlier, the sun rises later. And In this time of darkness we decorate our homes with lights, sometimes too many
Read More.Division III Athletics at Albertus: Leadership On and Off the Court
Albertus Falcons participate in NCAA Division III athletics which provide students with the opportunity to continue their passion for their sport and also earn a college degree in a rigorous academic environment. Teammate bonds run deep and the athletic department truly cares for their student-athletes on and off the field and in the classroom. Athletics
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