Family Weekend

Celebrating Vatican II - a Spirited Response in Art and Design

This exhibit offers a lively investigation of new forms of artistic expression crafted in the mid-20th century to amplify Christ's eternal message to the modern world. It celebrates artists and designers creative struggle to support and enhance the Roman Catholic Church's initiative for renewal in an age of change.

Who Said Chemistry Can't Be Fun?

Join chemistry Professor Diane Bunce as she and her students go through chemistry experiments that will make you want to be a chemist when you grow up or re-consider your career choice!

What Languages Can Do for You

Join faculty from the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures to learn about language opportunities at CUA and maybe pick up a few key phrases in another language!

If You Could See the World Through My Eyes

Join Architecture professor Julie Kim as she presents cultural arts and performance centers where you get to vote on your favorites. As you cast your vote, you will also learn what architects mean when they talk about path, place, structure, and materials.

Service Project - Friday Homeless Food Run

Spend the afternoon sharing food with our homeless friends in the District. Homeless food runs happen every Friday during the academic year. Registration for this event is full.

Meet Our New Steinway

The Benjamin T. Rome School of Music presents a Family Weekend performance, featuring students of the piano division.

Campus Tour

Pregame Barbecue

Enjoy camaraderie and good food while getting ready for some football! (The barbecue is included in the Family Weekend registration fee.)
If you haven't checked-in yet, you can do so at DuFour during this event

Cardinals vs. Shenandoah

Watch the Cardinals in action against ODAC foe Shenandoah.(The football game is included in the Family Weekend registration fee.)

Sibling Social

Get to know other CUA students and their siblings during this fun social event in our newest residence hall.

Opus Hall Lobby

Continental Breakfast

Join students, staff, and families for a continental breakfast sponsored by the CUA Alumni Association.

Service Project - Armed Forces Retirement Home

This event has changed. Those registered for the Little Sisters of the Poor Service Project will now be visiting the Armed Forces Retirement Home to help residents sort cards to sent to troops overseas. Registration for this event is full. 

Behind the Scenes of Hedda Gabler

Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at CUADrama's production of Hedda Gabler. Be sure to come back to watch the show at 2pm!

Hartke Theatre, Lower Lobby

Cardinal Family Carnival

The Catholic University Program Board sponsors activities for all ages on the west lawn of the Pryz. Stop by to enjoy fun games and novelties.

Family Weekend Brunch

Join President Garvey for brunch and hear his thoughts about the current state of the University. (Brunch is included in Family Weekend registration fee.)
Performance by Redline A Cappella group!

Tours

Tours will be offered of various D.C. attractions. Registration for the DC Tours is full.

Cardinals vs. Juniata

Come watch the women's field hockey team take on Juniata College.

Campus Tour

Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler

Go see a show at Hartke Theater, presented by CUADrama. Visit the Department of Drama's web page for more information and to purchase tickets.

Family Weekend Mass

University Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Rev. Jude DeAngelo, O.F.M. Conv. will lead the celebration of Mass in the Crypt Church of the Basilica.

Orientation Extended Barbecue

Join the campus community as we celebrate our first-year students and their successful completion of their first 6 weeks of the semester.