Ave Maria University

Ave Maria University: a Catholic liberal arts community in Southwest Florida. For athletics, follow @Gyrenes. #GyreneNation

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Together, let’s build a culture of life. Honor the legacy of Jon Scharfenberger (’11) by supporting the next generation of pro-life leaders at Ave Maria University. Your gift to the Jon Scharfenberger Memorial Pro-Life Scholarship or to Ave for Life helps empower students who are passionate about defending and promoting the dignity of every human life.

Support the mission: Give Today (https://t.co/k95PDprCxk)

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🇮🇪 IRELAND APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! 🇮🇪

Our Pioneer students are experiencing Mount Melleray Abbey for the first time, and we can't wait to see where this journey takes them.
Now it's your turn.

Spend a semester living, studying, and praying at AMU's Ireland campus in County Waterford while immersing yourself in Ireland's rich culture, history, and spiritual heritage, all while staying on track for graduation.

☘️ Don't miss out. Semesters are filling fast!
Apply for Spring 2027, Fall 2027, or Spring 2028: https://t.co/XWRdl6r90g

Questions? Contact Jesse Ray, Director of Student Programs, at [phone] or [email protected]
Eligibility is limited to currently enrolled Ave Maria University students.

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Ave Idol recap: O’Bryan Performance Hall turned into a full-on lip-sync battlefield. Best moves. Boldest costumes. Champion-level energy. Students did not disappoint. #AveIdol #AMU

#AveIdol #AveMariaUniversity #Gyrenes #CampusLife

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Ave Maria Experience Weekend, Oct. 16-17. Stay overnight on campus, sit in on classes, meet professors and current students, and take part in lawn games and a student panel. Come live it, not just tour it. Sign up: https://t.co/ngLo9TfVMZ
#FutureGyrenes

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Calling all future Gyrenes — Early Acceptance Day is Nov 1.
To be in our first round of acceptances, complete by Oct 15:
1. Apply at https://t.co/qYuaedmAjv (https://t.co/ShZhdk64Ea)
2. Finish your Admissions Counselor interview
3. Submit official transcripts
4. Optional (highly encouraged for more scholarship $): send test scores
Questions: 239-280-2500 or [email protected]

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Tom turns 90! 🥂 Join us for a Toast to Tom, celebrating the 90th birthday of AMU Founder and Chancellor Thomas S. Monaghan, with keynote speaker @JonathanRoumie. Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027, at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. Seating is limited; reserve yours today. https://t.co/dv5cncdgxz

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Today the Church beatifies Fulton Sheen.
Teacher. Media pioneer. Preacher of Christ.
Go deeper with two Catholic Theology Show episodes + the Pursuit of Wisdom course on his life and teaching:
Who Was Bishop Fulton Sheen?: https://t.co/8SvDcPuCZs
Christ Is Our Protection: https://t.co/0DRGmc5ia0
Course: https://t.co/xHyKAx3U6o
Blessed Fulton Sheen, pray for us.

Artwork credit: Balbina O'Brien

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The Jon Scharfenberger Memorial Pro-Life Scholarship supports AMU students leading the pro-life movement, honoring alumnus Jon Scharfenberger ('11). Give to Ave for Life: https://t.co/2lDSielpRr #AveMaria

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AMU faculty joined The Aquinas Institute at Blackfriars Hall, Oxford, this summer for a two-day symposium on human and divine action. Four AMU professors presented alongside Oxford scholars.

#AveMaria #FacultyResearch

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AMU’s Ireland Campus Launches Inaugural Semester.
On Sunday, September 20, Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan celebrated the Opening Mass at AMU’s Mount Melleray Abbey Campus, marking the beginning of AMU’s first semester in Ireland.  

Joined by AMU founder and chancellor Tom Monaghan and President Mark Middendorf, and Ave Maria University students, faculty, staff, alumni, members of the Cistercian order, and the people of West Waterford, the celebration honored the Abbey’s 193-year Cistercian legacy and rejoiced at the opening of AMU's study abroad program in Ireland. 

“God has done something wonderful here, and how fortunate we are to witness it. This beloved place is open again, and a new chapter begins for Mount Melleray.” 

Read the full story (https://t.co/NTN6sP27HE) and discover the significance of this historic moment for Ave Maria University and our Mount Melleray Abbey Campus.

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Matt Fradd (Pints with Aquinas) visited AMU recently: stop running from rest. Drawing on Matthew 11:28, he named our flight from God through endless feeds and anxieties we won't hand over. Come back to the Father. #AveMaria

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Parents and Family Weekend is October 2-4, 2026 and full of fun events: the 3rd Annual Bilbo Baggins Birthday Party, football vs St. Thomas for the Household Cup, and Booster Club with President Middendorf. Register: https://t.co/V8QJzQzZwU #AveMaria

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The Ave Maria Experience: two days on campus, sit in on classes, meet professors, attend Mass. Space is limited. Register: https://t.co/b5PQr2wWKV
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Today marks 25 years since September 11, 2001. Ave Maria University remembers all who were lost, and honors those who ran toward danger. "Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends." John 15:13 #AveMaria

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Alumni Homecoming is October 23-25, 2026. Join us for the first-ever Alumni Awards at halftime, honoring the classes of 2021, 2016, 2011, and 2006, plus a full weekend of events. Register: https://t.co/edXNgZMOU1

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Ave Maria University just launched The Philosophy of Love, a free course from The Pursuit of Wisdom taught by Dr. Maria Fedoryka. Enroll free: https://t.co/j33hjaTcXD

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Today the Church celebrates the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. #AveMaria

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Join the departments of History and Politics for a video and discussion series with AMU faculty, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the nation. Join us for a moderated discussion following the viewing of the America 250 series, published by the USCCB. Featuring esteemed faculty members Dr. Michael Breidenbach (History), Dr. Daniel Davy (History), Dr. Roger Nutt (Theology), and Dr. DiAnn Ecret (Nursing).

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"Don't settle for simply earning a degree. Become someone." Powerful words to kick off orientation for our newest Gyrenes. Welcome to Ave Maria University, Class of 2030. #GoGyrenes