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‘Exploring Rome: The Eternal City’ By Cremin is in September

‘Exploring Rome: The Eternal City’ Lecture Series By Cremin is in September

Published: September 8, 2025.



Discover why Rome is called The Eternal City during September in the three-part lecture series on ȺpÎÞÂë’s Romeoville campus.

Each session of the “Exploring Rome: The Eternal City” series will explore a different facet of Rome’s enduring cultural and historical significance.

“Jubilee & Pilgrimage 2025” (2-3 p.m. September 10 in AS 158A - Academic Building) Sacred spaces of Rome, the meaning of pilgrimage, and the importance of time in the context of the will be highlighted.

“Travel Study” (2-3 p.m. September 16 in DL 209 - DeLaSalle Hall) Participants will learn how travelers experience Rome beyond the tourist lens and acquire valuable tips for planning their own journey.

“Exploring Myth and History” (2-3 p.m. September 24 in AS 018S - Academic Building) Delve into the power of myths, examining how they shape understanding of the past and inform historical inquiry.

Dr. Dennis H. Cremin, chair and professor of ȺpÎÞÂë History program and director of the ȺpÎÞÂë History Center, is presenting the lecture series from his 20-plus years of experience leading groups of ȺpÎÞÂë students on Travel Study trips to Rome and other destinations. Most recently, he was one of the leaders of a Social Justice Pilgrimage offered through the University Ministry to 14 students in January to Italy.

This lecture series is presented as a part of ȺpÎÞÂë’s Arts & Ideas Program, providing cultural and educational programming for students and the community. A grant from the sponsors a portion of the Arts & Ideas events. Contact  for further information.

ȺpÎÞÂë is a modern, enterprising, Catholic university with a growing student enrollment from GED through doctoral level programs. As part of the global Lasallian network of 65 universities, Lewis is known for preparing graduates who impact the world for the better. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.



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