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Jan. 20, 2025

La Salle holds MLK Day of Service

Discovering a deeper meaning

For Abigail Griswold, ’26, M.A. ‘27, (left) attending SEEK25 helped to unlock a deeper understanding of compassion in Catholicism. Alongside Haylie Doan, ‘26, M.A. ‘27, (right) Griswold returned from the SEEK Conference in Washington, D.C., from Jan. 2-5, 2025, with a renewed energy and passion. The D.C. conference with 3,500 attendees, including Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez  (center), was organized by Fellowship of Catholic University Students. Read more.

La Salle hosts annual mock trial tournament

With mock judges, defendants, prosecutors, and cases, these would-be litigators are learning what it takes to have a career in law. Students from 32 area high schools, considered among the best and brightest young minds from across the region, gathered at La Salle University for the annual Blue and Gold Mock Trial Tournament, hosted by La Salle’s Mock Trial Association (above), on Jan. 11 and 12, 2025. Now in its 15th year, the tournament provides teams with a chance to sharpen their skills prior to scholastic conference rounds, regional, and state championships. Read more.

Annual career closet winter drive

Bring your new or gently worn career clothes to La Salle’s Career Closet through Jan. 24. Drop off professional attire for women or men to help students and soon-to-be graduates get ready for interviews, internships, or those exciting first professional jobs. Collection boxes are located in the Union lobby or outside of room 128 in Founders’ Hall. Examples of accepted items are listed here. Questions can be emailed to careers@lasalle.edu.

Call for Papers: AXIS Journal of Lasallian Higher Education

The editors of AXIS: Journal of Lasallian Higher Education are seeking papers for two special issues in support of the Year of Lasallian Spirituality: Special Issue 1: Lived Lasallian Spirituality and Special Issue 2: The Theology of Lasallian Spirituality. Inspired by the 46th General Chapter, the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools declared 2025 the Year of Lasallian Spirituality. The hope is to highlight the centrality of spirituality to the Lasallian mission and provide Lasallian spirituality resources for years to come.  Submit original works to the AXIS website under the authors tab at: https://axisjournal.org/ Send questions to Matt J. Nowakowski, MBA, Ed.D., Christian Brothers Conference managing editor at mnowakowski@cbconf.org.

Featured events

Weekly Mass

Monday through Thursday at 1 p.m.

Weekly Mass will take place in De La Salle Chapel.

Weekend Mass in De La Salle Chapel

Saturday, Jan. 25 at 4:30 p.m. following the men's basketball game.

Sunday, Jan. 26 at 5 p.m.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day

Monday, Jan. 20

No classes and offices closed.

Spring Involvement Fair

Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 12:30–2 p.m.

Students can tap into their passion, learn a new skill, and make friends on campus in Union Ballroom.

From Impossible to I’m Possible: A Discussion on Suicide Prevention and Mental Health

Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 6 p.m.

Discussing and educating about suicide prevention are vital skills for anyone on a college campus. Please attend this important event in the Founders' Hall Auditorium. Author, playwright, and actor, Joshua Rivedal will present a lecture followed by a brief Q&A session and refreshments.

Women's basketball

Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 11 a.m.

vs. Duquesne University Dukes in John Glaser Arena.

Late Night at La Salle: Bingo

Thursday, Jan. 23 from 8–10 p.m.

Join fellow students for a fun game of bingo in the Union ballroom.

Late Night at La Salle: Spiderman Movie

Friday, Jan. 24 from 8–10 p.m.

Join the watch party in the Dan Rodden Theatre.

Lunar New Year Bus Trip

Saturday, Jan. 25 from 4–7:30 p.m.

Catch a bus ride to H Mart in preparation for the Lunar Year.

Men's basketball

Saturday, Jan. 25 at 2 p.m.

vs. Rhode Island Rams in John Glaser Arena.

Mass following the game at 4:30 p.m. in De La Salle Chapel.

AAA application deadline

Monday, Jan. 27

Alpha Alpha Alpha national honor society for first-generation college students applications due.

Board member training sessions

Tuesday, Jan. 28 and Thursday, Jan. 30 from 12:30–2p.m.

The Nonprofit Center at La Salle will hold free board member training sessions, open to all, in room 111 in the Connelly Library. For questions, please contact Roshawnda Washington at washingtonr@lasalle.edu.

Why the Constitution Matters

Tuesday Feb. 4 at 6 p.m.

The John Henry Newman Lecture Series presents Distinguished Professor of Jurisprudence Burton Craige, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, who will speak in the Holroyd Atrium. Read more and register here.

Spring career fair

Thursday, Feb. 6 from noon to 2 p.m.

Students should register via Handshake to meet employers in Founders’ Hall Atrium.

Save the Date: Charter Dinner

Thursday, March 27 from 6–10 p.m.

32nd Annual Charter Dinner honoring 2025 Lasallian Leadership and Lasallian Impact Awardees at the Switch House.

Throughout the year, we celebrate the wide array of individuals, groups, and cultures at La Salle by calling to mind various holidays, observances, and commemorative days that provide our campus with an opportunity to learn and to become involved as they desire. Learn more about the recognitions taking place across the globe and throughout the country during the month of January, including:

Commemoration of the Transfer of the Relics of Saint La Salle

The Commemoration of the Transfer of the Relics of Saint La Salle is a Catholic observance held on January 26, and dedicated to Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the founder of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. This event marks the occasion when his relics were moved to a new location. Saint La Salle is known for his significant contributions to education, particularly in establishing schools for poor children and developing the modern system of education. The commemoration celebrates his legacy and contributions to the Catholic education system. The transfer of his relics is a special occasion for members of the De La Salle community, reflecting on his life and continuing his mission of education and service. It is typically observed with religious services and prayers in communities associated with the De La Salle Brothers.