Lewis University: Alumni & Friends

09/04/2026

LEWIS FEST IS BACK, October 3!

Join fellow alumni, students, families, faculty, staff and friends for our annual celebration of Lewis Fest!

📍 Join us on our beautiful Romeoville campus for a weekend packed with athletic games, theatre, a 5k run, great food, activities, and fun for the whole family. All are welcome.

⚠️ Purchase your tickets by September 25

👉 View the full schedule and register at: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/LewisUniversity/events/2026-lewis-fest

09/03/2026

Another reason to choose .

Money Magazine's Best Colleges in America 2026 recognizes Lewis for our dedication to academic excellence, affordability, and preparing students for success beyond graduation.

See why Lewis made the list https://bit.ly/4zgwjzC

09/03/2026

Another reason to choose .

MONEY Best Colleges in America 2026 recognizes Lewis for our dedication to academic excellence, affordability, and preparing students for success beyond graduation.

See why Lewis made the list https://bit.ly/4zgwjzC

09/03/2026

Congrats Robert!

Interim Joliet Police Chief Robert Brown has been chosen as the permanent leader of the department, replacing Bill Evans, who retired last May after serving roughly four years as chief.

09/01/2026

✈️✨ A NIGHT TO SOAR! ✨✈️

This fall, we’re celebrating the legacy of aviation at Lewis University — and we want YOU to be part of it!

Join us for Signum Fidei: A Night to Soar, an unforgettable evening of celebration, gratitude and generosity in support of the Lewis University Mission Fund, helping provide vital support to students facing unexpected financial challenges.

SIGNUM FIDEI
Saturday, October 24, 2026
6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

🥂 Cocktail Reception
🍽️ Dinner & Open Bar
🎶 Live Music & Dancing with Maggie Speaks
💺 Reserved Seating
✨ Cocktail Attire
🎓 Discounted tickets available for young alumni!

Come soar with us as we celebrate where Lewis has been, where we’re going, and the students who are counting on us along the way. Register here: https://aesbid.com/ELP/SF2026/Tickets

08/26/2026

The first Open Mic Night of the year kicks off tomorrow night, 8/27 at Embers Tap House in Lockport. All are welcome— sit back and soak in the creativity or hop on stage and share your unique talents.

08/25/2026

Hey, Lewis Aviation Alumni—We Want to Hear From YOU!
Where has your Lewis education taken you? It’s time to show off your Flyer journey! 🎓✈️

As we celebrate the legacy of Lewis aviation at this year’s Signum Fidei: A Night to Soar, we’re creating a special display highlighting the incredible careers and accomplishments of our aviation alumni.
We’d love for you to share:
📍 Your professional update — What are you up to now?
💬 Your Lewis impact statement — How did your Lewis education help shape your career?
📸 A favorite headshot — So we can put a face to your Flyer story!

From the cockpit to air traffic control, maintenance, dispatch, administration, UAS and beyond, we want to celebrate the many ways Lewis Flyers are making their mark in aviation!

👉 Send your update, impact statement and headshot to [email protected] today. And don’t forget to register for Signum Fidei: A Night to Soar on October 24 at SIGNUM FIDEI.
Your Lewis journey took flight here. Now let’s celebrate where it’s taken you! ✈️

08/25/2026

As a new academic year begins, hundreds of students are taking their first steps through the Encounter, a tradition that marks the beginning of their transformative Lewis experience!
This National Make-A-Will Month, take a step toward securing your own legacy. By creating or updating your will and considering a future gift to Lewis University, you can help provide scholarships, strengthen our Lasallian mission, and ensure future Flyers have the opportunity to follow their dreams.
Every journey begins with a step. Every legacy begins with a plan.
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08/24/2026

Congrats to Nicole Whitehead ‘05, ‘10 for becoming the new vice president of Human Resources at the College of DuPage! 🎉👏

“When employees feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work, that positively impacts every student we serve,” she said.

Best wishes from the Alumni Team!