The Founders’ Week tradition celebrates Barry’s history, Catholic identity and Adrian Dominican foundation. Through scholarly and fun events, we highlight the University’s faithfulness to our heritage, Mission and Core Commitments.
Schedule of Events: November 12-18
Monday, November 12
Founders' Week Mass and Freshman Tree Planting Ceremony
12:00 pm Mass - Cor Jesu Chapel
1:00 pm- Freshman Tree Planting Ceremony- LaVoie Lawn and Breezeway
Tuesday, November 13
Founders' Week Distinguished Lecture and Roundtable Lunch
Dr. Carolyn Woo, Purdue University
Working for a Better World: A Call to Action
Andreas 111
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Wednesday, November 14
Community Fest: Celebrating Good Times- '80s Style
Campus Mall
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Thursday, November 15
Building Resilient Communities: Adrian Dominican Sisters & Social Justice
Thompson Hall, Kostka Room
12:30-2:00 pm
'80s Party with the Synergy Twins
Penafort Pool
8:00 pm
Friday, November 16
Core Commitments Luncheon
Andreas 111
12:00 pm-1:30 pm
Hosted by the School of Professional and Career Education
Women's Basketball: BarryU vs. Benedict
Barry Gymnasium
7:00 pm
Saturday, November 17
Bernstein and Big Band Musical Celebration
Broad Center for the Performing Arts
7:30 pm
For more information, contact the Office of Mission Engagement at me@barry.edu or 305-899-3599.