‘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 ¹ú²úÂ鶹’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 ¹ú²úÂ鶹 History program and director of the ¹ú²úÂ鶹 History Center, is presenting the lecture series from his 20-plus years of experience leading groups of ¹ú²úÂ鶹 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 ¹ú²úÂ鶹’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.
¹ú²úÂ鶹 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, ¹ú²úÂ鶹 is known for preparing graduates who impact the world for the better. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.
