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The latest at Holy Names
Hawk Day (July 25)
During Hawk Day, you'll connect with fellow incoming new students, explore ways to get involved, and learn more about HNU.
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Hawk Day
During Hawk Day, you'll connect with fellow incoming new students, explore ways to get involved, and learn more about HNU.
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Adult Bachelor Degree Completion Virtual Information Session
Learn more about our graduate programs directly from our academic deans.
Learn MoreCounseling and Forensic Psychology Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn MoreEducation Student Virtual Information Session Including Educational Therapy and Music
Learn more about our graduate programs directly from our academic deans.
Learn MoreGraduate Nursing Programs Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn MoreMaster of Business Administration & Applied Sport and Performance Psychology Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn MoreHawk Day (July 25)
During Hawk Day, you'll connect with fellow incoming new students, explore ways to get involved, and learn more about HNU.
Learn MoreHawk Day
During Hawk Day, you'll connect with fellow incoming new students, explore ways to get involved, and learn more about HNU.
Learn MoreAdult Bachelor Degree Completion Virtual Information Session
Learn more about our graduate programs directly from our academic deans.
Learn MoreCounseling and Forensic Psychology Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn MoreEducation Student Virtual Information Session Including Educational Therapy and Music
Learn more about our graduate programs directly from our academic deans.
Learn MoreGraduate Nursing Programs Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn MoreMaster of Business Administration & Applied Sport and Performance Psychology Virtual Information Session
Connect with faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
Learn More
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 HNU’s Coronavirus response plans
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.
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2020 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 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 HNU’s Coronavirus response plans
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