Lunch & Learn Articles

Life in a religious community is shaped by discipline, devotion, and daily tasks. Rooted in prayer and service, the day followed a structured schedule that reflected the commitment of the Sisters to their vocation. Drawing from historical sources, Heritage Center Director Kelly McDaniels and Archivist Veronica Priest explored a day in the life of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCNs) and the Vincentian Sisters of Charity (VSCs) in the early 1940s. This was the topic of the most recent Lunch & Learn series presented by the SCN Heritage Center. 

On Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, a Lunch & Learn event organized by the Heritage Center invited campus staff to delve into the lives and contributions of the enslaved people who were once a part of Nazareth’s history. Presented by Archivist Veronica Priest and Heritage Hall Coordinator Michael Smith, the discussion reviewed archival records, letters, and accounts that revealed a complex yet important chapter of the Congregation’s past.

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, a Lunch & Learn event organized by the Heritage Center invited campus staff to delve into the history of the Nazareth Water Supply. This session focused on the evolution of the water supply on the campus and the role it played in sustaining the Community over the past two centuries.

A Lunch & Learn history series hosted by the Heritage Center continued Tuesday, sharing a brief history on campus buildings.