Saint Xavier

SXU will hold its third annual Night of Belonging on Tuesday, March 31, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Shannon Center. The event will feature coloring, art, bags, sports, games, and food from various cultures. Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4bBQa1g

SXU alumna Beth Guerrero '25 has been selected as principal of Queen of Martyrs Catholic School. Read more about Guerrero's commitment to building a school culture where every child is set up for success on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4ux4oJv

On St. Patrick's Day, we celebrate Mercy's Irish roots and Catherine McAuley, the founder of the Sisters of Mercy, who was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. Take some time to read more and enjoy the festive hymn, "Hail Glorious St. Patrick." bit.ly/3PdgdEl

SXU psychology professor LaTreese Hall, Ph.D., is committed to providing her students with hands-on, high-impact learning opportunities that prepare them for meaningful, successful careers. Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4rF1tf5

SXU will hold a free kidney and diabetes health screening on Tuesday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for all community members. Read more about this important opportunity on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4cLwPgg

Softball: Mother McAuley alum Fiona Crane leads St. Xavier. ⁦@SaintXavier⁩ ⁦@SXUAthletics⁩ ⁦@SXUsoftball⁩ ⁦@MMcMightyMacs⁩ ⁦@McAuleyMacs⁩ ⁦@mcauleysoftball⁩ chicagotribune.com/2026/03/11/fio…

SXU ranks highly in the greater Midwest for economic diversity and is ranked fifth in the Midwest, with a large percentage of undergraduate students receiving federal Pell Grants.

SXU graduate student Matt Pennala has become SXU's all-time career kills leader for the men's volleyball team. Read more about how he balances athletics, academics, and a student-worker position on #SXUNews. bit.ly/40Yfmdb

Please pray for our students and leaders who are traveling this week to Jerusalem Farm in Kansas City for a week of service, community, prayer and study. They will assist with community development projects and experience simple living and social justice grounded in faith.

SXU's annual day of giving, We Are SXU Day, will be celebrated Wednesday, March 25. Let's come together to show our Cougar pride and show the world what a difference a day makes! Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/3N8XA3O

Today marks the start of Catholic Sisters Week, a national celebration that shines a light on the spirit, service, and strength of Catholic Sisters across the country. Reach out to a favorite Sister this week to say thank you!

SXU alumna and adjunct communication professor Kelly White '07 will have a new exhibit, "Cheers to the South Side: A South Side Irish Pub Exhibit," opening Friday, March 13, at the Beverly Arts Center. Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4rJXte1

SXU's Psychology program offers real-world experience through internship and research opportunities that prepare students for careers in industries such as business, human and social services, law, mental health, research and more.

SXU student-athlete and digital marketing/business management senior Lia Chudzik has been named to the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) All-Academic Team for the third time. Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4shE7wB

March brings the continuation of the men’s volleyball season and the beginning of baseball and softball games at home. Add these events to your spring semester bucket list! ⚾ 🥎 🏐

Niche (2026) ranks SXU No. 4 for "Best College Food in Illinois." Country House, SXU's food provider, takes pride in using fresh ingredients, scratch recipes and a hands-on approach that students love. Learn more. bit.ly/4aWQ9EQ

SXU will host its second Polar Plunge on Wednesday, March 25. The Communication Sciences and Disorders Division hopes to make this year's plunge as successful as last year's, which raised over $16,000 for Special Olympics Illinois. Read more on #SXUNews. bit.ly/4aF4bfn

SXU's Graham School of Management (GSM) provides a comprehensive, innovative curriculum matched with experimental learning to prepare students to serve as leaders in business.

SXU is proud to announce its selection of Matt Paliganoff as esports coordinator. Read more about Matt's experience, goals for his new role, and commitment to student success on #SXUNews. bit.ly/3ZU4r3Y

As part of our Black History Month programming, join us Wednesday for Built Different: Black Excellence to network with successful entrepreneurs, bloggers and influencers, politicians, activists, medical professionals, and more! RSVP on The Den. bit.ly/3N0ZAuN