Alumnae/i Events
You are invited to events on campus and around the nation. From Rosarians to recent grads, there’s something for everyone. Click on each event for details and visit us often for the latest on events!
Are you interested in hosting an event in your area? Contact us at alumni@dom.edu or call us at (708) 524-6286.
Current Events
Chicago Barrel Bus Brewery and Distillery Tour 2026
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon exploring some of Chicago's finest craft spirits and brews aboard a one-of-a-kind Barrel Bus!
Your experience includes round-trip transportation from Union Station to two unique tasting destinations. We'll begin at Judson & Moore Distillery for a guided whiskey tasting, where you'll sample expertly crafted spirits and learn about the distilling process. Then, we'll head to District Brew Yards to enjoy a brewery tasting paired with delicious BBQ fare in one of Chicago's premier self-pour beer halls. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a fun-filled outing featuring great drinks, great food, and even better company!
Homecoming 2026
Save the date: September 25 - 26. More information coming soon!
Faculty Presentations
Faculty Presentation: Timothy Milinovich
The Haunting of Dominican!
Professor Timothy Milinovich shared stories that have been passed down over the years from the halls of Dominican's gothic buildings and campus (is that an organ playing, mysteriously, late at night?). He also discussed ways theology, horror, and biblical studies intersect. Watch his full presentation.
Faculty Presentation: Jake Bucher
Restorative Justice In Our Society
Jake Bucher, Founding Dean for the College of Applied Social Sciences, talks about his teaching of the Introduction to Sociology, Juvenile Justice, and Criminal Justice course that he delivers in the Inside-Out mode at Cook County Jail. Watch his full presentation
Faculty Presentation: Mickey Sweeney
Magic, Witches, and Women Who Know Too Much
Mickey Sweeney will reveal through imagery and the written word, insights into some of our most notable literary figures and draw through-lines to how women are portrayed today. Watch her full presentation.
Faculty Presentation: Dr. José Blanco F.
Redesigning Fashion: How the Pandemic Changed Fashion Week
Dr. José Blanco F. shares insights on how, in just a few months, COVID-19 upended the fashion show industry. Watch his full presentation.
Faculty Presentation: Drs. Irina Calin-Jageman and Robert Calin-Jageman
Why Do We Forget? Using Sea Slugs to Understand Memory and Memory Loss
Drs. Irina Calin-Jageman and Robert Calin-Jageman research Aplysia californica (i.e., sea slugs) to help determine why neural connections are lost and, in some cases, regained. Watch their full presentation