Mobile, Ala. – Spring Hill College is honored to announce that Fr. Mark Andrew Lewis, S.J., will serve as the keynote speaker for the Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony. The event will take place on May 10, 2025, on the College’s historic Avenue of the Oaks.
Fr. Lewis, a distinguished Jesuit scholar and leader, currently serves as the Rector of the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. With a profound dedication to education, faith and service, Fr. Lewis embodies the values of Jesuit higher education. His experience and insights will undoubtedly inspire graduates as they embark on their next journey.
“Fr. Lewis’s commitment to academic excellence and service aligns perfectly with Spring Hill College’s mission,” said President Mary H. Van Brunt PhD. “We are thrilled to welcome him back to campus and look forward to the wisdom and encouragement he will share with our graduates.”
Fr. Lewis, a native of Florida, is a graduate of Spring Hill College and has devoted his career to theological scholarship and Jesuit formation. His return to The Hill for this milestone occasion will be especially meaningful to students, faculty and alumni.
Spring Hill College’s Commencement Ceremony is a cherished tradition, celebrating the achievements of students as they prepare to lead lives of purpose, learning, and service. More details about this event can be found on our website.
ABOUT SPRING HILL COLLEGE:
Founded in 1830, Spring Hill College is the oldest Catholic college in the Southeast and the third oldest Jesuit college in the United States. Spring Hill combines the Jesuit tradition of excellence in education and a commitment to caring for the whole person — mind, body and spirit — with innovative educational experiences. Located in Mobile, Ala., Spring Hill’s mission is to form leaders engaged in learning, faith, justice, and service for life. As a result, Spring Hill students are engaged, inspired and transformed by their experiences.
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