Signature Events Badin Breakdown On south quad in front of South Dining Hall, Badin
residents host an outdoor karaoke during peak dinner hours as the sun sets. It is a fun opportunity for anyone to participate in and enjoy the spring weather.
Polar Bear Plunge During the Polar Bear Plunge, students willingly run into St. Joe’s lake in late February, usually during the peak of winter. Badin residents sell tickets and tshirts to participate, and the proceeds benefit Badin’s charity, the Hope Initiative. Participants sometimes dress up in fun swimsuits or outfits to celebrate the event.
Badin Art Show During the Badin Art Show, residents collect art from
talented artists on campus and display it all in the Badin “Pond,” or the large social space. Winners for 1st through 3rd prize are announced.
A Conscious Christmas During A Conscious Christmas, Badin turns
their “Pond” or large social space into a Christmas store filled with fair-trade items made by artisans in Nepal. Items sold include cashmere scarves, knit caps and headbands, felted items, totes and bags. All proceeds benefit relief work.
Bigs & Littles After Freshman Welcome Weekend, each first year student in Badin gets matched with a willing upperclassman known as “bigs” who serve as both friends and mentors to the growing “tadpoles.” About once a month, the bigs and littles meet for a group activity. Most often, bonds are formed that last well-beyond these monthly meetings.
Rector Highlight: Sister Susan Sisko A Connecticut native, Sr. Susan Sisko, OSBM, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and her Master’s degree in Theology/Liturgy from the University of Notre Dame. She also holds a certificate in Formative Studies from the Institute of Religious Formation at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. Prior to becoming a rector, Sr. Susan was a member of the elected leadership team of the Sisters of St. Basil the Great and served as the Monastery Director at Mt. St. Macrina. Sr. Susan has worked in Catholic education for over 25 years, in both teaching and administration. Prior to the Sisters of St. Basil, Sr. Susan was the Director of Young Adult Ministry for the Byzantine Catholic Metropolitan Archeparchy of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Sr. Susan enjoys reading, music, travel, and the ups and downs of being a lifelong fan of the New York Mets.
Dunne Hall Flaherty Hall
Duncan Hall Ryan Hall
McGlinn Hall Welsh Fam. Hall
Keough Hall O’Neill Hall
Knott Hall Siegfried Hall
Pasquerilla East Pasquerilla West
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