Learn, Reflect & Give Back
Welcome to Mission Week 2026! This week invites us to pause, connect, and experience what it means to be part of a Jesuit university.
With 40+ events across all SJU locations, there are many ways to take part!
Mission Week Events
Explore the 40+ events happening throughout Mission Week.
Select your affiliation below to view events releveant to you, or explore events happening all week and events by the day.
All-Week Experiences
The experiences below are available throughout Mission Week and can be explored at any time. You can also check out events by the day or choose your affiliation to view events relevant to you.
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Reflection In the Chapel
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Stop by the Chapel of Saint Joseph anytime during mission week for a unique experience of soothing music, gentle lighting, and time for reflection—all designed to help you recharge and reflect throughout the week!
An audio Examen will play at 10 am and 1 pm each day.
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Visit the Maguire Art Museum
![Inside a gallery of the Maguire Museum at Saint Joseph's]()
Explore Ignatian inspired artwork in this student-created self-guided tour. Look for the SJU shield stickers throughout the galleries.
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Jesuit Lingo
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Magis, Cura Personalis, Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam – What Does It All Mean?! Throughout Mission Week, we’ll have posters defining these terms, videos on social media exploring their significance, as well as discussion questions on the whiteboards throughout the Lancaster campus. Discover how these Jesuit principles shape our mission!
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Portal Through SJU
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We are proud to be united through our shared mission across three campuses. Visit the Hawk Hill Library Atrium, McNeil STC, or the Lancaster Atrium to connect with your peers on another campus through our "Portals" installation, inspired by the popular art exhibit "Portal" located at Love Park in Philadelphia, PA.
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Lenten Reflection Email Series
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Reflect with the SJU community this Lent! Sign up to receive daily short reflections written by a member of our SJU community throughout Lent.
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Community Donation Drive
![Picture of SJU employees serving at Cradles to Crayons]()
Mission Week at Saint Joseph's University is an excellent reminder that when our community comes together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. During Mission Week we will be holding a collection that benefits multiple organizations on all three campuses.
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Influence of Jesuit Mission
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How has our Jesuit Mission at SJU influenced our community members? We asked students, staff, and alumni to share how they’ve experienced the Jesuit mission in their lives. Their stories reflect the heart of our community!
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Spiritual Exercises
The Spiritual Exercises are a method of speaking to and listening to God daily; an honest self-evaluation weekly with a person experienced in leading persons through meditation and contemplation. For 50 years members of the SJU community, of any faith tradition (or none at all) have participated!
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Walking Examen
![Walking Examen Signs outside]()
Grab some fresh air and reflect on your day with this unique adaptation of St. Ignatius's Examen. Throughout Mission Week, you will find reflection questions placed throughout our campus. These questions are adapted by the Examen, a form of prayer by St. Ignatius of Loyal (the founder of the Jesuits), where participants review the events of their day to help them identify God's presence.
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Letters to Elders
![Love for our Elders Logo]()
Help us make our elders feel loved this Valentine's season by sending them holiday cards. Small actions and interactions can leave a lasting impact on recipients! Please register with the link below to receive a confirmation with simple instructions on how to participate.
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Go Move Challenge
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Calling all faculty and staff! It's not too late to sign up for the 2025 Go Move Challenge occurring February 1st - 28th. Click here to signup now or to track your activity. Help determine which Jesuit institution in the nation is the most active by logging your physical activity minutes that get your heart pumping!
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My Mission is...
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How do we, as Hawks, live out our Mission? Explore responses from individuals across all our SJU locations!
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Live the Mission Conversations
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Throughout Mission Week, we invite everyone to reflect on and discuss our University's mission—whether in the classroom, the office, or over lunch. To help spark these important conversations, we’ve created resources for teachers and conversation leaders to use in any setting.
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Crafting for a Cause
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We invite you to spend some time making a craft item to be donated to various organizations! Materials and supplies will be provided in the Great Hall of the Maguire Art Museum during all of Mission Week.
Day-by-Day Schedule
Use the tabs below to switch through different days of Mission Week. You can also check out experiences that are happening all week or choose your affiliation to view events relevant to you.
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First Weekend
EVENTS FOR:
Friday, February 13 - Sunday, February 15
Switch between days using the tabs above
Alma Mater Singing Competition
📅 Friday 2/13 | 🕒 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) The Perch
Help us kick off Mission Week with a friendly competition and win cash prizes! We are searching for the best performance of the SJU Alma Mater. The top two finalists from 2/13 will battle off during halftime at the SJU Men's Basketball Game on Saturday, 2/22 at 12:30 pm. First place prize is $800 and second place is $500!
Visio Divina: Sacred Seeing
📅 Friday 2/13 | 🕒 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Maguire Art Museum
Reflect on works in the museum, then join in an art-making activity, using art as a tool for prayer to engage personal and collective spiritual wholeness.
Crafting for a Cause
📅 Saturday 2/14 | 🕒 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Maguire Art Museum
Stop by the Maguire Art Museum and create crafts for a cause! You can decorate placemats for St. Francis Inn Soup Kitchen, make cards for Simpson House, Inglis House and Manresa Hall Jesuit Infirmary, and weave bonding squares for babies and parents in the NICU in partnership with Today is a Good Day. To get started, just stop by the Great Hall of the Museum where all the crafting materials will be available for visitors to take part at their leisure.
Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society Induction
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 11:00 am | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Over 130 students and members of our campus community will be inducted into the only international honor society that bears the name "Jesuit". These inductees will be recognized at our 11:00 am community mass with a ceremony in the Chapel to follow.
Battle of Pamplona
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) O'Pake Recreation Center
Join us for a dodgeball tournament inspired by St. Ignatius of Loyola's cannonball moment in Pamplona.
Mission Week Kick Off Mass
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 7:00 pm | 📍 (HH) The Chapel of Saint Joseph
Join us as we kick off Mission Week! All are welcome to attend our Masses.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Friday, February 13 - Sunday, February 15
Switch between days using the tabs above
Alma Mater Singing Competition
📅 Friday 2/13 | 🕒 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) The Perch
Help us kick off Mission Week with a friendly competition and win cash prizes! We are searching for the best performance of the SJU Alma Mater. The top two finalists from 2/13 will battle off during halftime at the SJU Men's Basketball Game on Saturday, 2/22 at 12:30 pm. First place prize is $800 and second place is $500!
Visio Divina: Sacred Seeing
📅 Friday 2/13 | 🕒 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Maguire Art Museum
Reflect on works in the museum, then join in an art-making activity, using art as a tool for prayer to engage personal and collective spiritual wholeness.
Crafting for a Cause
📅 Saturday 2/14 | 🕒 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Maguire Art Museum
Stop by the Maguire Art Museum and create crafts for a cause! You can decorate placemats for St. Francis Inn Soup Kitchen, make cards for Simpson House, Inglis House and Manresa Hall Jesuit Infirmary, and weave bonding squares for babies and parents in the NICU in partnership with Today is a Good Day. To get started, just stop by the Great Hall of the Museum where all the crafting materials will be available for visitors to take part at their leisure.
Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society Induction
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 11:00 am | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Over 130 students and members of our campus community will be inducted into the only international honor society that bears the name "Jesuit". These inductees will be recognized at our 11:00 am community mass with a ceremony in the Chapel to follow.
Battle of Pamplona
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) O'Pake Recreation Center
Join us for a dodgeball tournament inspired by St. Ignatius of Loyola's cannonball moment in Pamplona.
Mission Week Kick Off Mass
📅 Sunday 2/15 | 🕒 7:00 pm | 📍 (HH) The Chapel of Saint Joseph
Join us as we kick off Mission Week! All are welcome to attend our Masses.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
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Monday 2/16
EVENTS FOR:
Monday, February 16
Use the tabs above to switch between days
PB&J Making Event
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:00 am | 📍 (HH) Mandeville 365
Join us in helping those experiencing homelessness in the Philadelphia area by making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. RSVP Optional—just stop by and lend a hand. Together, we can make a difference!
Conversations with a Jesuit
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion Hallway, 1st Floor
Stop by for an open & informal conversation with a Jesuit to discover how their values shape life at SJU.
Mission Week Table
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Screening of "Mercy at the Gates"
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 Time TBA | 📍 (HH) Forum Theater (Campion)
This documentary follows a man’s journey from "addiction to mercy". A brief Q&A will follow with members of Mother of Mercy House and students involved in the wound care clinic serving the Kensington community.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Monday, February 16
Use the tabs above to switch between days
PB&J Making Event
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:00 am | 📍 (HH) Mandeville 365
Join us in helping those experiencing homelessness in the Philadelphia area by making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. RSVP Optional—just stop by and lend a hand. Together, we can make a difference!
Conversations with a Jesuit
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion Hallway, 1st Floor
Stop by for an open & informal conversation with a Jesuit to discover how their values shape life at SJU.
Mission Week Table
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Screening of "Mercy at the Gates"
📅 Monday 2/16 | 🕒 Time TBA | 📍 (HH) Forum Theater (Campion)
This documentary follows a man’s journey from "addiction to mercy". A brief Q&A will follow with members of Mother of Mercy House and students involved in the wound care clinic serving the Kensington community.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
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Tuesday 2/17
EVENTS FOR:
Tuesday, February 17
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Lunch & Conversation
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (Conversation starts at noon) | 📍 (HH) Doyle North & South
Enjoy an employee community lunch and university-wide conversation with Dr. Cheryl McConnell (University President) and Fr. Dan Joyce S.J (VP of Mission) as they discuss the foundations of our mission at Saint Joseph's University! For those able to travel to the Hawk Hill campus, we will have a community lunch in the Doyle Banquet Halls (Campion) from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Lunch is $10 payable via cash or credit card at the door.
For those unable to travel to Hawk Hill, we invite you to enjoy lunch where you are and tune into the conversation via Zoom!
This event is for SJU Employees only.
Mission Week Table
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Kits & Kindness for the Homeless
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Assemble care kits and greeting cards for individuals experiencing homelessness. This event is sponsored by the CIE & Cura Collective. No need to RSVP, just stop by and lend a hand!
MissionIQ: Trivia Challenge
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 6:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Doyle North (Campion)
Test your knowledge of all things SJU & Jesuit with this mission–focused trivia game. Win prizes and have fun!
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Tuesday, February 17
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Lunch & Conversation
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (Conversation starts at noon) | 📍 (HH) Doyle North & South
Enjoy an employee community lunch and university-wide conversation with Dr. Cheryl McConnell (University President) and Fr. Dan Joyce S.J (VP of Mission) as they discuss the foundations of our mission at Saint Joseph's University! For those able to travel to the Hawk Hill campus, we will have a community lunch in the Doyle Banquet Halls (Campion) from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Lunch is $10 payable via cash or credit card at the door.
For those unable to travel to Hawk Hill, we invite you to enjoy lunch where you are and tune into the conversation via Zoom!
This event is for SJU Employees only.
Mission Week Table
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Kits & Kindness for the Homeless
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Assemble care kits and greeting cards for individuals experiencing homelessness. This event is sponsored by the CIE & Cura Collective. No need to RSVP, just stop by and lend a hand!
MissionIQ: Trivia Challenge
📅 Tuesday 2/17 | 🕒 6:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Doyle North (Campion)
Test your knowledge of all things SJU & Jesuit with this mission–focused trivia game. Win prizes and have fun!
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
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Wednesday 2/18
EVENTS FOR:
Wednesday, February 19
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Ash Wednesday
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 Various Times | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Today is Ash Wednesday - marking the start of lent (40 days before Easter). Mass (ashes and Holy Communion) will be celebrated at 12:20 pm and 5:00 pm. Services (ashes only) will be offered at 11:15 am, 1:50 pm, and 7:00 pm. Reconciliation will be available all day.
Mission Week Table
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Volunteer at Food Drive
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Gompers Elementary School
Come meet some of our neighbors! Join SJU HawkHUB and Alpha Phi as we partner with Gompers School to help host their weekly Community Food Market, which offers free groceries and produce to members of the Gompers and surrounding community. Volunteers will help set up, distribute food, and clean up. Students, faculty and staff are all welcome to sign up.
SJU Women's Basketball Game
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Watch the SJU's Women's Basketball team as they take on George Mason on February 23 at 4:00 pm in Hagan Arena. A Mission Week themed video will be played during the game.
The Office of Mission is excited to offer special discounted tickets for the home basketball games occurring during Mission Week. This includes:
- SJU Men's Basketball vs. Richmond on Saturday, February 22 at 12:30 pm for $15
- SJU Women's Basketball vs. George Mason on Sunday, February 23 at 4:00 pm for $5
To redeem this special deal head to https://sjuhawks.evenue.net/ and enter the promo code MISSION2 at the top right of the screen. This deal is open to friends and family, so please feel free to share. Students can receive free tickets and we encourage you to do so during Mission Week! Click here for more information on how to redeem your free tickets.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Wednesday, February 19
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Ash Wednesday
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 Various Times | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Today is Ash Wednesday - marking the start of lent (40 days before Easter). Mass (ashes and Holy Communion) will be celebrated at 12:20 pm and 5:00 pm. Services (ashes only) will be offered at 11:15 am, 1:50 pm, and 7:00 pm. Reconciliation will be available all day.
Mission Week Table
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Volunteer at Food Drive
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Gompers Elementary School
Come meet some of our neighbors! Join SJU HawkHUB and Alpha Phi as we partner with Gompers School to help host their weekly Community Food Market, which offers free groceries and produce to members of the Gompers and surrounding community. Volunteers will help set up, distribute food, and clean up. Students, faculty and staff are all welcome to sign up.
SJU Women's Basketball Game
📅 Wednesday 2/18 | 🕒 4:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Watch the SJU's Women's Basketball team as they take on George Mason on February 23 at 4:00 pm in Hagan Arena. A Mission Week themed video will be played during the game.
The Office of Mission is excited to offer special discounted tickets for the home basketball games occurring during Mission Week. This includes:
- SJU Men's Basketball vs. Richmond on Saturday, February 22 at 12:30 pm for $15
- SJU Women's Basketball vs. George Mason on Sunday, February 23 at 4:00 pm for $5
To redeem this special deal head to https://sjuhawks.evenue.net/ and enter the promo code MISSION2 at the top right of the screen. This deal is open to friends and family, so please feel free to share. Students can receive free tickets and we encourage you to do so during Mission Week! Click here for more information on how to redeem your free tickets.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
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Thursday 2/19
EVENTS FOR:
Thursday, February 19
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Humanity and Holiness in the Jesuit Tradition
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 9:00 am | 📍 Online
Kim Allen-Stuck (Student Success) and Jill Welsh (Faith-Justice Institute) will explore through conversation the meaning of our common Jesuit education experience, whether we are students, staff or faculty, and how our education and humanity bring us closer to everyday holiness. All are welcome! There is no pre-work for this discussion, and nobody will be expected to share. A short video of the late Fr. Michael Himes and a reflection on everyday holiness will be content for our discussion. Please bring your coffee or tea to the Thursday, Feb. 19th zoom session at 9am or your lunch to the Friday, Feb. 20th at 12:30pm conversation.
SJU employees, students, and alumni are invited to participate!
Hawk Dogs for Haiti
📅 Tuesday 2/19 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH,UC) HH Library & McNeil STC Atriums
Eat for a cause! Proceeds from Hawk Dogs for Haiti will benefit Foi et Joie Haiti school communities, which offer quality transformational education in underserved communities. Order online by 2/17 for delivery or stop by!
This year, we will be on both the Hawk Hill and University City Campuses on Tuesday, 2/18 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.
Hawk Hill: Library Atrium
University City: McNeil STC Atrium$5 for students
$10 for everyone elseMission Week Table
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Career Fair
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Being prepared for professional success is one of the key aspects of our Mission statement. Employers representing a wide range of industries and organizations will be recruiting students of all majors (undergraduate graduate and doctoral) for full-time, internship, co-op, part-time and volunteer/service opportunities.
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Founders' Day
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 📍 (UC) Integrated Professional Education Complex (IPEX)
Join us on campus to celebrate PCP Founders' Day 2025, commemorating the founding of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy in 1821. Enjoy student-led tours of Griffith Hall and the Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy. The program will include the presentation of awards, followed by heavy appetizers, an open bar, and additional tours and demonstrations. Registration is required.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Thursday, February 19
Use the tabs above to switch between days
Humanity and Holiness in the Jesuit Tradition
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 9:00 am | 📍 Online
Kim Allen-Stuck (Student Success) and Jill Welsh (Faith-Justice Institute) will explore through conversation the meaning of our common Jesuit education experience, whether we are students, staff or faculty, and how our education and humanity bring us closer to everyday holiness. All are welcome! There is no pre-work for this discussion, and nobody will be expected to share. A short video of the late Fr. Michael Himes and a reflection on everyday holiness will be content for our discussion. Please bring your coffee or tea to the Thursday, Feb. 19th zoom session at 9am or your lunch to the Friday, Feb. 20th at 12:30pm conversation.
SJU employees, students, and alumni are invited to participate!
Hawk Dogs for Haiti
📅 Tuesday 2/19 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH,UC) HH Library & McNeil STC Atriums
Eat for a cause! Proceeds from Hawk Dogs for Haiti will benefit Foi et Joie Haiti school communities, which offer quality transformational education in underserved communities. Order online by 2/17 for delivery or stop by!
This year, we will be on both the Hawk Hill and University City Campuses on Tuesday, 2/18 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.
Hawk Hill: Library Atrium
University City: McNeil STC Atrium$5 for students
$10 for everyone elseMission Week Table
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Career Fair
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Being prepared for professional success is one of the key aspects of our Mission statement. Employers representing a wide range of industries and organizations will be recruiting students of all majors (undergraduate graduate and doctoral) for full-time, internship, co-op, part-time and volunteer/service opportunities.
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Founders' Day
📅 Thursday 2/19 | 🕒 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 📍 (UC) Integrated Professional Education Complex (IPEX)
Join us on campus to celebrate PCP Founders' Day 2025, commemorating the founding of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy in 1821. Enjoy student-led tours of Griffith Hall and the Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy. The program will include the presentation of awards, followed by heavy appetizers, an open bar, and additional tours and demonstrations. Registration is required.
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
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Friday 2/20
EVENTS FOR:
Friday, February 20
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SJU Spirit Day
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 All Day | 📍 (HH,UC,LC) All Locations
Show off your Mission Week Shirt and SJU apparel for this special Mission Week Spirit Day! Join the celebration of our Mission and Hawk pride by wearing your favorite SJU gear. We encourage all of our SJU community to wear SJU colors and logo gear.
Employee & Alumni Community Service
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 Morning Shift: 10-12pm, Afternoon Shift: 1-3 pm | 📍 Cradles to Crayons Philly
Calling all faculty, staff and alumni: Join your colleagues and SJU Alumni for fellowship and community service at Cradles to Crayons on Friday, February 21! There is a limited number of spaces, and we have to close registration on Tuesday Feb 18 - please register ASAP!
This year we will have two time options for service:
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Morning Shift)
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (Afternoon Shift)
Service will vary but typically includes sorting, cleaning, inspecting, or packaging donated goods for children, or another type of warehouse activity.
A few notes...
- Transportation is not provided (the location is 4700 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144)
- Remember to check with your supervisor or secure time off.
- After filling out this form, you will be emailed an online waiver from Cradles to Crayons that should be filled out prior to Feb 21. If you don't receive it, please email Eric Thompson (ethompso@sju.edu).
Mission Week Table
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Humanity and Holiness in the Jesuit Tradition
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 12:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Wachterhauser Seminar Room (Library)
Kim Allen-Stuck (Student Success) and Jill Welsh (Faith-Justice Institute) will explore through conversation the meaning of our common Jesuit education experience, whether we are students, staff or faculty, and how our education and humanity bring us closer to everyday holiness. All are welcome! There is no pre-work for this discussion, and nobody will be expected to share. A short video of the late Fr. Michael Himes and a reflection on everyday holiness will be content for our discussion. Please bring your coffee or tea to the Thursday, Feb. 19th zoom session at 9am or your lunch to the Friday, Feb. 20th at 12:30pm conversation.
SJU employees, students, and alumni are invited to participate!
Wolfington Friday
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Wolfington Center - Campus Ministry
Join in community through this special Mission Week themed Wolfington Friday!
Wolfington Fridays are open to all students! Stop by Wolfington Center (Campus Ministry/ building next to the Chapel) from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for a fun activity and good community!
Switch between days using the tabs above and discover more Mission Week events!
EVENTS FOR:
Friday, February 20
Use the tabs above to switch between days
SJU Spirit Day
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 All Day | 📍 (HH,UC,LC) All Locations
Show off your Mission Week Shirt and SJU apparel for this special Mission Week Spirit Day! Join the celebration of our Mission and Hawk pride by wearing your favorite SJU gear. We encourage all of our SJU community to wear SJU colors and logo gear.
Employee & Alumni Community Service
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 Morning Shift: 10-12pm, Afternoon Shift: 1-3 pm | 📍 Cradles to Crayons Philly
Calling all faculty, staff and alumni: Join your colleagues and SJU Alumni for fellowship and community service at Cradles to Crayons on Friday, February 21! There is a limited number of spaces, and we have to close registration on Tuesday Feb 18 - please register ASAP!
This year we will have two time options for service:
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Morning Shift)
- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (Afternoon Shift)
Service will vary but typically includes sorting, cleaning, inspecting, or packaging donated goods for children, or another type of warehouse activity.
A few notes...
- Transportation is not provided (the location is 4700 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144)
- Remember to check with your supervisor or secure time off.
- After filling out this form, you will be emailed an online waiver from Cradles to Crayons that should be filled out prior to Feb 21. If you don't receive it, please email Eric Thompson (ethompso@sju.edu).
Mission Week Table
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Campion - Outside of The Kettle
Stop by and connect with the Mission Week team! Visit our table for free stickers, mission-themed games, and prizes. Pick up a punch card, attend events throughout the week, then return your completed card for a chance to win even more prizes.
Humanity and Holiness in the Jesuit Tradition
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 12:30 pm | 📍 (HH) Wachterhauser Seminar Room (Library)
Kim Allen-Stuck (Student Success) and Jill Welsh (Faith-Justice Institute) will explore through conversation the meaning of our common Jesuit education experience, whether we are students, staff or faculty, and how our education and humanity bring us closer to everyday holiness. All are welcome! There is no pre-work for this discussion, and nobody will be expected to share. A short video of the late Fr. Michael Himes and a reflection on everyday holiness will be content for our discussion. Please bring your coffee or tea to the Thursday, Feb. 19th zoom session at 9am or your lunch to the Friday, Feb. 20th at 12:30pm conversation.
SJU employees, students, and alumni are invited to participate!
Wolfington Friday
📅 Friday 2/20 | 🕒 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Wolfington Center - Campus Ministry
Join in community through this special Mission Week themed Wolfington Friday!
Wolfington Fridays are open to all students! Stop by Wolfington Center (Campus Ministry/ building next to the Chapel) from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for a fun activity and good community!
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Last Weekend
EVENTS FOR:
Saturday, February 21 - Sunday, February 22
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Ignite Retreat
📅 Friday 2/20 - Sunday 2/22 | 📍 St. Raphaela Center (Advance Registration Required)
Ignite is a two-night retreat for First Year Students at the nearby St. Raphaela Center. This experience provides a wonderful opportunity to take a break from your routine, to build stronger friendships with fellow Hawks, and to explore and grow in your faith.
Ignatian Leadership Conference for Students
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Mandeville
Join the SJU Office of Mission for this student-centered conference offered to first-year and sophomore students. During this conference, veteran student leaders will offer specialized workshops that share best practices and new insights into leadership skills and how to engage students at SJU.
Rising student leaders are invited to attend this unique conference via nomination. If you have any questions, please contact the Mission Week team (MissionWeek@sju.edu).
SJU Men's Basketball Game
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Watch the SJU's Men's Basketball team as they take on Richmond, February 22 at 12:30 pm in Hagan Arena. During this special Mission Week themed game, you can watch the finalist of our Alma Mater competition battle it out during halftime!
The Office of Mission is excited to offer special discounted tickets for the home basketball games occurring during Mission Week. This includes:
- SJU Men's Basketball vs. Richmond on Saturday, February 22 at 12:30 pm for $15
- SJU Women's Basketball vs. George Mason on Sunday, February 23 at 4:00 pm for $5
To redeem this special deal head to https://sjuhawks.evenue.net/ and enter the promo code MISSION2 at the top right of the screen. This deal is open to friends and family, so please feel free to share. Students can receive free tickets and we encourage you to do so during Mission Week! Click here for more information on how to redeem your free tickets.
Trader Joe's Pop-up
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Outside of Campion Student Center
Members of the SJU community are invited to HawkHUB's free monthly Trader Joe's food and produce pop-up. Our monthly pop-ups are held with the support of Trader Joe's and Food Connect.
Continue the Mission Mass
📅 Sunday 2/22 | 🕒 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Join us as we "continue the mission!" Masses will be held on the Hawk Hill campus.
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EVENTS FOR:
Saturday, February 21 - Sunday, February 22
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Ignite Retreat
📅 Friday 2/20 - Sunday 2/22 | 📍 St. Raphaela Center (Advance Registration Required)
Ignite is a two-night retreat for First Year Students at the nearby St. Raphaela Center. This experience provides a wonderful opportunity to take a break from your routine, to build stronger friendships with fellow Hawks, and to explore and grow in your faith.
Ignatian Leadership Conference for Students
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Mandeville
Join the SJU Office of Mission for this student-centered conference offered to first-year and sophomore students. During this conference, veteran student leaders will offer specialized workshops that share best practices and new insights into leadership skills and how to engage students at SJU.
Rising student leaders are invited to attend this unique conference via nomination. If you have any questions, please contact the Mission Week team (MissionWeek@sju.edu).
SJU Men's Basketball Game
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 12:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Hagan Arena
Watch the SJU's Men's Basketball team as they take on Richmond, February 22 at 12:30 pm in Hagan Arena. During this special Mission Week themed game, you can watch the finalist of our Alma Mater competition battle it out during halftime!
The Office of Mission is excited to offer special discounted tickets for the home basketball games occurring during Mission Week. This includes:
- SJU Men's Basketball vs. Richmond on Saturday, February 22 at 12:30 pm for $15
- SJU Women's Basketball vs. George Mason on Sunday, February 23 at 4:00 pm for $5
To redeem this special deal head to https://sjuhawks.evenue.net/ and enter the promo code MISSION2 at the top right of the screen. This deal is open to friends and family, so please feel free to share. Students can receive free tickets and we encourage you to do so during Mission Week! Click here for more information on how to redeem your free tickets.
Trader Joe's Pop-up
📅 Saturday 2/21 | 🕒 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Outside of Campion Student Center
Members of the SJU community are invited to HawkHUB's free monthly Trader Joe's food and produce pop-up. Our monthly pop-ups are held with the support of Trader Joe's and Food Connect.
Continue the Mission Mass
📅 Sunday 2/22 | 🕒 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 📍 (HH) Chapel of Saint Joseph
Join us as we "continue the mission!" Masses will be held on the Hawk Hill campus.
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Mission Resources
Want to go deeper? Use these resources for prayer, reflection, and learning more about our Jesuit mission.
Thank You!
Thank you for Living the Mission and engaging with Saint Joseph's University Mission Week! We'd also like to thank the following people who helped to shape Mission Week 2026.
Committee:
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Mission Week Project Manager • Eric Thompson | |
