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Benedictine University Awarded $2.77 Million Federal Grant to Expand Student Support and Strengthen Paths to Graduation
Five-year initiative will enhance first-year learning, tutoring, accessibility and classroom technology at Lisle and Mesa campuses. Benedictine University (BenU) has been awarded a federal grant through the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Labor on behalf of the Department of Education. Title III is a provision…
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Homecoming Brings Eagles together for Reunions and Tradition
Homecoming Saturday at Benedictine University began well before kickoff, and the biggest gathering of the day happened in the Rice Center parking lot. The Homecoming Tailgate started at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26, and BenU faculty, staff, students, and alumni came out to show their pride. There was something for everyone at this year’s…
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Benedictine University Honors Three at 2026 Alumni Achievement Awards
Benedictine University paused to honor three alumni whose accomplishments, leadership, and service reflect the impact of a Benedictine education. The 2026 Alumni Achievement Awards were presented during Homecoming Weekend, recognizing honorees in three categories. Hiba Siddiqui, ’24, received the Rising Star Award. Siddiqui distinguished herself early in her career through research, entrepreneurship, and community health…
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Benedictine University Welcomes New Students on Campus
Written by BenU Student Emily Hoffman: Benedictine University (BenU) welcomed new students to campus for Ben Beginnings with a series of events to start the fall semester. Designed to help new students explore campus and build connections, these events ensure a smooth transition to BenU. Students enjoyed activities like Casino Night, Venardos Circus, games on…
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BenU Mesa Recognized with NAIA Champions of Character Award
Benedictine University (BenU) Mesa Athletics has been recognized with the NAIA Champions of Character® Gold Five-Star Institution Award for the 2025-26 academic year, achieving the highest possible distinction with a perfect score of 100 points . The award, earned by 203 NAIA member institutions nationwide, honors schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to character-driven athletics…
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Rare Founding Fathers Documents Displayed at Benedictine University for America’s 250th Anniversary
Benedictine University (BenU) hosted a one-day exhibit called “America 250 – Founding Fathers Collection” that featured a private collection of signed documents and historic papers, giving the community a close-up look at pieces of American history. Attendees explored the collection, which was generously loaned by a Benedictine University alumnus. Highlights included correspondence and items connected…
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Benedictine University’s Didactic Program in Dietetics Earns Full Seven-Year Accreditation from ACEND
Benedictine University’s (BenU) Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) has received full accreditation for a seven-year term from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The decision, made by the ACEND Board of Directors during its recent meeting, extends through June 30, 2033. In an official notification to Benedictine University, ACEND wrote, “On…
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Benedictine University Welcomes Commencement Back to Lisle Campus
For the first time in years, Benedictine University’s Lisle Commencement Ceremony returned home. Before graduates crossed the stage, both campuses held separate Nights of Honor and Gratitude. On Friday, May 8, the Lisle community gathered in Goodwin Auditorium at 5 p.m. to recognize supporters and honor outstanding graduates with academic awards. The evening included an…
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BUMUN Earns Top Honor at National Model UN Conference in New York
Benedictine University’s (BenU) Model United Nations team (BUMUN) received the Outstanding Delegation Award at the National Model United Nations (NMUN) Conference in New York. It’s the highest award a team can earn. For 27 years, Professor Joel Ostrow, PhD, has led Benedictine University’s Model UN program. This year marked the University’s 59th year participating at NMUN-New York. Dr. Ostrow praised the team’s leadership and work…
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Research, Scholarship, and Creativity Shine at URSA 2026
Benedictine University’s (BenU) Daniel L. Goodwin Hall of Business buzzed with intellectual energy on Thursday, April 16, as students from across disciplines gathered for the annual Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Arts (URSA) Symposium. Established in 2011, URSA was created to expand opportunities for undergraduates to lead or collaborate on research projects alongside faculty mentors. Now…
