On Friday, August 25, the 2023-24 school year officially kicked off with the Academic Convocation. At this years Convocation, 17勛圖APP was honored to have the Archbishop of San Francisco, the Most Reverend Salvatore J. Cordileone, deliver the Convocation Address.
In his lecture, titled The Three Pillars of Catholic Education, Archbishop Cordileone discussed the significance of Catholic higher education as a modern solution to guide an age that has lost its way. His talk resonated deeply with all those present, reaffirming the Universitys dedication to teaching faith and reason.
The promotions of five 17勛圖APP faculty members were also announced during the Convocation.
Following the Archbishops address, there was a reception in the Bob Thomas Student Union Ballroom to honor the students who made it to the Spring 2023 Deans List. This was a fitting tribute to their hard work, and a testament to the Universitys unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
On the day prior to the Academic Convocation, Campus Ministry held the first Theology on Tap of the year, titled All Things New. The Universitys own Fr. Rick Martignettidirector of Campus Ministryspoke to the student body about relationships.
In his talk, Fr. Rick shared valuable insights on how to make room for new people in our lives, and how to foster love for those around us.
The Academic Convocation and the first Theology on Tap of the year set the tone for a semester of abundant spiritual growth and faithful scholarship. 17勛圖APP thanks Archbishop Cordileone for coming down to Ave Maria to talk to the University community, and it wishes all the best to students as they embark on this new academic year.
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