September 24, 1925, Foundation Day, Albertus Magnus College

"Before Albertus Magnus College was, we were. ... Although as a student group we were at first nameless, in our hearts there was spirit, forward looking thoughts, and the courage of pioneers."

_{First freshmen class, 1925}

Our Founders
Our Heritage
Our College

Founders' Day ~ September 21, 2012

On Founders' Day the Albertus Magnus College community remembered the inaugural day of the college, September 24, 1925. We came together to rejoice in our living heritage as a Dominican and Catholic College, celebrated our present, and looked forward to a future full of promise. We welcomed our newest students at the Candlelight Ceremony and celebrated the 30th anniversary of Dr. Julia McNamara as President of Albertus Magnus College.

Photo and Video Galleries

Candlelight Ceremony

The oldest Albertus tradition
Experience the passing of the light of knowledge from the seniors to the freshmen
St. Albert Atrium, Tagliatela Academic Center

To view the photo gallery of of the ceremony click here.

All-College Picnic

Celebrating President Julia M. McNamara's 30 Years of Leadership
Let us honor Dr. McNamara for her extraordinary vision and dedication to the College as its President since 1982
Bree Common patio and the surrounding grounds of Aquinas Hall

To view the photo gallery of of the celebration click here.

Our Living Heritage

Featuring Guest Speaker Sister Margaret Ormond, O.P., Prioress, Dominican Sisters of Peace
Dedication of the Presidential Portraits
Presentation of the VERITAS Award
Opening of the Heritage Display
Reception
Rosary Hall and the Italian Gardens

To view the photo gallery of of the dedication click here.

To view the video of of the dedication click here.