The Bell Tower magazine for alumni and friends of Christian Brothers University returns with our latest update.

In the Summer 2026 Issue of the Bell Tower Magazine:

  • The Road Ahead: Ronald L. Brandon & the Future of CBU: Incoming President Ronald L. Brandon’s plans for what’s next for CBU.
  • A Letter of Gratitude from Brother Chris: Brother Chris shares his gratitude for his time as Interim CBU President.
  • Faculty Spotlight: Nicholas Raul Peña: Dive into what keeps Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award recipient Nicholas Peña active.
  • Campus Ministry Update: News about Campus Ministry’s retreats and activities as well as the ordinations of Luiz Dutra (’20) and Chris Fagin (’20).
  • Alumni Weekend and the Golden Grads of ’75: Join us for Alumni Weekend @ Homecoming on September 25 & 26.
  • From CBU to Purdue: 4+1 Program: Our latest partnership with Purdue University provides new avenues for Engineering students.
  • From Walk-on to Lifelong Runner: Matthew Billings’ (’15) pathway through injury to cross country success as a Buccaneer
  • Congrats 2026 Grads!: Celebrate our latest class of CBU Alumni.
  • 2025-2026 Fiscal Year-End Review: Recap of our fundraising totals for 2025-26.
  • Plus: Buccaneer Check-in, Publications, Class Notes, In Memoriam, Donor Acknowledgments, and more

Read or download previous editions of the Bell Tower Magazine

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