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Discover HNU Virtual Open House
Prospective undergraduates: experience being a part of our community in our virtual open house.
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Books and Beats: Hip Hop Fashion and Culture
Fashion is one of the key elements of Hip Hop. Experts discuss fashion influences on Hip Hop, as well as its deep African roots.
Learn MoreDiscover HNU Virtual Open House
Prospective undergraduates: experience being a part of our community in our virtual open house.
Learn MoreBooks and Beats: Hip Hop Fashion and Culture
Fashion is one of the key elements of Hip Hop. Experts discuss fashion influences on Hip Hop, as well as its deep African roots.
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Summer 2020 Edition of HNU Today Published
Stronger Together: The HNU community rises to the challenge of COVID-19
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Holy Names University Announces New Academic Strategic Plan: HNU SOARS
The plan promotes social justice and leverages technology to prepare graduates for future careers.
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Learning and Community at HNU this Fall
Update on what the HNU experience will be like this fall.
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A Message from the President about Recent Acts of Racist Violence
Moments like this one amplify our responsibility as a university rooted in social justice.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2020
A special message to the 2020 graduating class of Holy Names University.
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Q&A with Alison Pope-Rhodius
Applied Sport and Performance Psychology is about working with performers to help them think, feel and behave more productively.
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Message about Coronavirus prevention and preparation
Information for the Holy Names University community about emergency preparedness for the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
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Pandemic Prose, Poetry, and Pics: HNU Community Art
To help inspire and relieve stress, we created a space for our community members to share the art they are making.
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Campus Resources During Shelter-in-Place Order
Use this resource page as a guide as HNU follows the state of California's shelter-in-place order.
Learn More2020 Alpha Delta Virtual Award Ceremony
HNU's Alpha Delta Leadership & Athletic Awards recognize students who have excelled in service and leadership during their time at HNU.
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Message from Dr. Laura Truxler
Dr. Laura Truxler shares a message to the HNU community on April 22: Earth Day, Founders' Day, and the last day of classes.
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#HeroicHawks: Dr. Pam Stanley opens her home to nursing students
Dr. Pam Stanley, HNU alumna, faculty, and practicing nurse, opened her home to our nursing students and works everyday to keep us safe.
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Message from HNU’s ASHNU Student Body President Mattea Carveiro ’20
Mattea Carveiro '20 offers a hopeful message for HNU's graduating seniors and current students.
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Holy Week Message from HNU’s VP for Mission Integration Sr. Carol Sellman
An Easter blessing from Sr. Carol Sellman '69, MM '78, EdD, vice president for mission integration.
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Going Virtual: The Digital Learning Initiative
The Digital Learning Initiative helped build the structure that has allowed HNU to adapt so quickly to the COVID-19 era of online education.
Learn MoreSummer 2020 Edition of HNU Today Published
Stronger Together: The HNU community rises to the challenge of COVID-19
Learn MoreHoly Names University Announces New Academic Strategic Plan: HNU SOARS
The plan promotes social justice and leverages technology to prepare graduates for future careers.
Learn MoreLearning and Community at HNU this Fall
Update on what the HNU experience will be like this fall.
Learn MoreA Message from the President about Recent Acts of Racist Violence
Moments like this one amplify our responsibility as a university rooted in social justice.
Learn MoreCongratulations to the Class of 2020
A special message to the 2020 graduating class of Holy Names University.
Learn MoreQ&A with Alison Pope-Rhodius
Applied Sport and Performance Psychology is about working with performers to help them think, feel and behave more productively.
Learn MoreMessage about Coronavirus prevention and preparation
Information for the Holy Names University community about emergency preparedness for the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
Learn MorePandemic Prose, Poetry, and Pics: HNU Community Art
To help inspire and relieve stress, we created a space for our community members to share the art they are making.
Learn MoreCampus Resources During Shelter-in-Place Order
Use this resource page as a guide as HNU follows the state of California's shelter-in-place order.
Learn More2020 Alpha Delta Virtual Award Ceremony
HNU's Alpha Delta Leadership & Athletic Awards recognize students who have excelled in service and leadership during their time at HNU.
Learn MoreMessage from Dr. Laura Truxler
Dr. Laura Truxler shares a message to the HNU community on April 22: Earth Day, Founders' Day, and the last day of classes.
Learn More#HeroicHawks: Dr. Pam Stanley opens her home to nursing students
Dr. Pam Stanley, HNU alumna, faculty, and practicing nurse, opened her home to our nursing students and works everyday to keep us safe.
Learn MoreMessage from HNU’s ASHNU Student Body President Mattea Carveiro ’20
Mattea Carveiro '20 offers a hopeful message for HNU's graduating seniors and current students.
Learn MoreHoly Week Message from HNU’s VP for Mission Integration Sr. Carol Sellman
An Easter blessing from Sr. Carol Sellman '69, MM '78, EdD, vice president for mission integration.
Learn MoreGoing Virtual: The Digital Learning Initiative
The Digital Learning Initiative helped build the structure that has allowed HNU to adapt so quickly to the COVID-19 era of online education.
Learn More