Lasallian Opportunities & Events
The Manhattan College office of mission hosts of number of events on campus throughout the year that examine various aspects of Lasallian heritage, and encourage the community to learn more about what it means to be Lasallian.
Lasallian Convocation
This event has been held each academic year since the fall of 1992. The purpose of the convocation is to bring together faculty, staff and administrative personnel to explore an aspect of the Lasallian tradition of the College. The convocation is generally held at the start of each academic year and serves as an opportunity for the College community to unite in association for the mission. The format usually consists of a talk or panel discussion followed by a dinner.
Lasallian Conversation
These evening conversations focus on what it means to the community to be Lasallian at Manhattan today. The event brings together many different groups from the campus community and have sparked a desire for a more tangible grasp of how the College’s unique heritage is manifested.
De La Salle Day
De La Salle Day celebrates the life, work and legacy of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Christian Brothers and patron saint of educators. The day is celebrated each spring and features numerous events that focus on celebrating De La Salle and honoring him as our founder.
Student Opportunities
The College offers a number of on- and off-campus opportunities for students who wish to engage more directly with the Lasallian mission of the college.
The Lasallian Scholars Program
This scholarship opportunity is offered to incoming freshman students from Lasallian high schools once they have been granted admission to the College. The role of these students is to be a leader on campus, advancing awareness and understanding of the Lasallian mission among their peers.
Lasallian Collegians
This student activities group provides an opportunity for students to participate in activities such as the blood drive, toy drive, retreats and other volunteer experiences including food runs. Visit the student activities office (Thomas Hall 501) or email Lasallian.collegians@manhattan.edu for more information.
Campus Ministry and Social Action
CMSA offers a variety of Lasallian-inspired ways to explore issues of social justice and to serve the local community and beyond. CMSA’s LOVE program (Lasallian Outreach Volunteer Experience) features service learning trips that aim to educate students in the Lasallian way by “touching their hearts.”
The Lasallian Volunteer Program
This nationwide program offers graduating students from Lasallian colleges and universities an opportunity to volunteer in a Lasallian school or other institution for a year after college. During this time, volunteers live and work alongside Brothers. Learn more about the Lasallian Volunteer Program.
Faculty and Staff Opportunities
For those faculty members who wish to engage more directly with the Lasallian heritage and mission, Manhattan College offers opportunities to attend several off-campus Lasallian formation programs. These programs are generally held for one to two weeks during the summer at other Lasallian colleges and universities around the country. The program attendees include faculty members from other Lasallian colleges and universities and, in some cases, teachers from Lasallian primary and secondary schools.
Buttimer Institute of Lasallian Studies
The Buttimer Institute is a two-week summer program focused on the history and teachings of De La Salle and the mission of Lasallian education. There are four levels of the program, which are undertaken in four successive summers. Participants may be involved in any kind of Lasallian ministry whether it is a school, a college or a day-care center. Learn more about the Buttimer Institute.
Lasallian Leadership Institute
LLI prepares its participants to lead within their Lasallian ministries by advancing the Lasallian mission and highlighting their institution’s Lasallian heritage. Participants come from a wide array of different kinds of Lasallian ministries. The program takes a full three years to complete. Each year, it consists of one week in the summer, one weekend in the fall, and one weekend in the spring. Learn more about the Lasallian Leadership Institute.
Lasallian Social Justice Institute
LSJI was developed by a Lasallian group focused on service to the economically disadvantaged. The program offers participants a firsthand experience with a group of people living in poverty coupled with an analysis of Lasallian teachings of social justice. The program takes place in three different cities, each with a different focus: Chicago – Violence and Social Peacemaking; El Paso/Juarez – Global Economic Justice; and San Francisco – Homelessness and Human Dignity. Learn more about the Lasallian Social Justice Institute.
Collegium: A Colloquy on Faith and Intellectual Life
The Collegium program is a week-long summer experience focused on Catholic higher education. The program encourages discussion among lay faculty members about their role in the Catholic mission of their institutions. Collegium caters particularly to young faculty members beginning careers in Catholic higher education and non-Catholic faculty members who teach at Catholic colleges and universities. Learn more about the Collegium.
The International Lasallian University Leadership Program
The International Lasallian University Leadership Program is designed specifically for faculty from Lasallian colleges and universities. The program provides theoretical background and instruction on Lasallian spirituality and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Faculty members who participate in the program are expected to become part of the Lasallian core community on campus when they return home. The program is held at the headquarters of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Rome, and it involves participants from Lasallian colleges and universities on several continents. Learn more about the Lasallian University Leadership Program.
Heuther Lasallian Conference
The Huether Lasallian Conference is an annual gathering of Lasallian educators in the region. This event explores emerging educational issues and themes. The conference concludes with a banquet honoring the Distinguished Lasallian Educator of the Year in each district. Learn more about the Heuther Lasallian Conference.
To learn more about how you can get involved in Lasallian programs, contact the office of mission:
Br. James Wallace, FSC
Vice President for Mission
james.wallace01@manhattan.edu
718-862-7934
Memorial Hall, 3rd floor