Abbey Spotlight
Name: Reilly Johnson
Class: Senior
Major: Psychology with a minor in Educational Studies
Involved in: Improv troupe, SAAC (student-athlete advisory committee), and the women’s lacrosse team
“My favorite thing about the Abbey is the community. I absolutely love all the friendships I’ve made. Anywhere I go on campus I’m greeted with smiling faces, occasional funny jokes, or even special secret handshakes. The memories I’ve had here at the Abbey are the best I’ve ever had and I will most likely be telling my grandkids and great grandkids about everything that’s made the Abbey special.”
This Past Week At The Abbey
The Summer is officially over. We were very happy to welcome our old students back and the largest incoming freshmen class to our home!
Move in Day
Students and parents started the check in process on Abbey Lane.
Winding their way through the science building, they got the last of their items checked off to the to-do list.
They then had a chance to meet with Faculty.
Go Dads! They’re even wearing Red for #RaiseTheRed Fridays!
Moving is always fun.
Making new friends
Our Resident Assistants are the best!
Meet the roommate’s mom!
Parents helping their students move in.
These are the days.
Junior John helping a freshmen locate his new dorm room.
Looks like we have a new musician! Jam Session on the quad anyone?
#RaiseTheRed
I am a Crusader
This year we brought back an old tradition and made it a new one–teaching all of our freshmen how to sing our Alma Mater!
Saturday, we had matriculation for the #Classof2020 marking the start of their college career on the porch of the Basilica, where they will end it upon graduation.
Abbot Placid imparts some wisdom to the new Crusaders.
We are overjoyed to welcome the newest Crusaders into our community, Benedictine style.
You’ll be back on this porch graduating before you know it #Classof2020 !
#AbbeyLifeIsGood
Got Monks?
The Monastic Reception
Father Arthur gathering new fans.
Abbot Placid then hosted a Monastic Reception, following Matriculation, to welcome the newest members of our community.
All of the faculty dressed up in their regalia for the event.
Brother Edward meeting new students.
Dr. Williams mingling with Faculty and students.
First Day of Classes Bash
Student Activities kicked off the end of Orientation with Welcome Week.
Freshmen out dancing at the First Day of Classes Bash.
In addition to the usual yard games of frisbee and cornhole, we had Bubble Soccer!
It’s really fun to play, and even funnier to watch.
They even played football.
Patrick Ford and Junior Mary watch the festivities.
Overall, it was a great way to start off the new school year!
Reflections on the Liberal Arts
The Liberal Arts at the Abbey Part IV: The Foundation from BelmontAbbeyCollege on Vimeo.
Creative Corner
Here are select excerpts from our annual literary journal, Agora. It is composed of short stories, poetry, photography, and artwork submitted by our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and monastery.
The journal is facilitated by Dr. Rebecca Munro.
Looking Ahead
