Life at HNU
Student Support
Student Success
HNU supports students from enrollment to graduation by offering programs, services, and CARE to empower and educate current and prospective students.
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Staff will help you map an academic path leading to successful and timely completion of your degree, and will assist you in reaching other goals.
Learn moreCampus Safety
Personal safety and the security of the entire campus community are of vital concern to HNU. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptionally safe campus environment.
Learn moreLet us run some numbers by you
15
NCAA Teams
260
Sunny Days a Year
70%
Students of Color
Residence Life
When we live together, we learn from each other and develop tight bonds through our shared experiences. We enjoy an environment that balances personal and academic growth, and we create friendships that last a lifetime.
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You can connect with HNU's campus community by joining a club, participating in a group activity or becoming a member of a sports team. Or simply by cheering players on. Go Hawks!
Clubs & Organizations
We encourage all students to engage with or lead a student club or organization on campus.
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Student Government
Give yourself and your fellow students a powerful voice by running for student government and becoming a campus leader.
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Student Activities
We organize campus events and outings to museums, movies, Oakland A’s games, and lots more. Come with us.
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Grab a bite
Enjoy fresh and local food while socializing, exchanging ideas, and listening to music at the Public Market cafeteria--or grab a quick bite at Rosie's Cafe.
Learn MoreWhat’s new at HNU
HNU announces partnership with Life Chiropractic College West to provide an accelerated pathway to a Doctor of Chiropractic degree
Qualified Kinesiology students at Holy Names University may enter the Life West Doctor of Chiropractic degree program.
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HNU’s School of Nursing Generic BSN graduates post 100% pass rate on National Nursing examination
Holy Names University School of Nursing is pleased to announce that 100% of the Generic BSN nursing graduate cohort passed their National Co
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Bay Area Teacher Training Institute and Holy Names University enter partnership to prepare the next generation of K-12 teachers
The Bay Area Teacher Training Institute (BATTI) and Holy Names University (HNU) signed a partnership agreement.
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Professor Anh Thai Nhan publishes research paper and speaks at Lawrence Berkeley Lab
Professor Anh Thai Nhan, PhD, mathematics faculty in the School of Business and Applied Social Sciences
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Are religious women disappearing? Sr. Sophia Park’s new book examines religious life in the twenty-first century
Sr. Sophia Park, PhD, associate professor of Religious Studies and Philosophy, recently published her seventh book.
Learn MoreHNU announces partnership with Life Chiropractic College West to provide an accelerated pathway to a Doctor of Chiropractic degree
Qualified Kinesiology students at Holy Names University may enter the Life West Doctor of Chiropractic degree program.
Learn MoreHNU’s School of Nursing Generic BSN graduates post 100% pass rate on National Nursing examination
Holy Names University School of Nursing is pleased to announce that 100% of the Generic BSN nursing graduate cohort passed their National Co
Learn MoreBay Area Teacher Training Institute and Holy Names University enter partnership to prepare the next generation of K-12 teachers
The Bay Area Teacher Training Institute (BATTI) and Holy Names University (HNU) signed a partnership agreement.
Learn MoreProfessor Anh Thai Nhan publishes research paper and speaks at Lawrence Berkeley Lab
Professor Anh Thai Nhan, PhD, mathematics faculty in the School of Business and Applied Social Sciences
Learn MoreAre religious women disappearing? Sr. Sophia Park’s new book examines religious life in the twenty-first century
Sr. Sophia Park, PhD, associate professor of Religious Studies and Philosophy, recently published her seventh book.
Learn MoreHear our stories
Kim
Meet our new Dean
Arturo
Author, Lopez-Levy
Leo
A True Hawk
Kim
Meet our new Dean
Arturo
Author, Lopez-Levy
Leo
A True Hawk
A variety of viewpoints
Students, faculty and staff come from all kinds of backgrounds, and offer a wide variety of perspectives. At HNU, everyone’s voice is heard and highly valued.
Learn MoreCheck out these events
Hip Hop Book Club LIVE!
Oakland’s own Akintunde Ahmad, who has been a guest on Ellen, is a graduate of Yale University and Columbia University.
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The Inauguration of President Michael Groener
An intimate gathering of the HNU campus to celebrate the Inauguration of President Michael Groener as 17th President of HNU.
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HNU's Annual Social Justice Forum
Join us for panel presentations and workshops to discuss equity in higher education and Ethnic Studies at HNU.
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Adult and Grad Info Session
Mingle with HNU alumni, faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
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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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Hawk Day
During Hawk Day, you'll connect with fellow incoming new students, explore ways to get involved, and learn more about HNU.
Learn MoreHip Hop Book Club LIVE!
Oakland’s own Akintunde Ahmad, who has been a guest on Ellen, is a graduate of Yale University and Columbia University.
Learn MoreThe Inauguration of President Michael Groener
An intimate gathering of the HNU campus to celebrate the Inauguration of President Michael Groener as 17th President of HNU.
Learn MoreHNU's Annual Social Justice Forum
Join us for panel presentations and workshops to discuss equity in higher education and Ethnic Studies at HNU.
Learn MoreAdult and Grad Info Session
Mingle with HNU alumni, faculty, and admissions staff as well as other prospective students at this all-program information session.
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 MoreHawk 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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