Dean's Challenge 2026

For 75 years, Bellarmine has been changing lives and strengthening communities. As we honor this milestone, we stay grounded in our Catholic tradition and our commitment to excellence, helping students grow in mind, body, and spirit so they’re ready for meaningful lives, rewarding careers, and ethical leadership.

Our incredible faculty are at the heart of this work. They challenge and inspire our students every day, and they truly care about them as people. Thanks to this dedication, Bellarmine has earned national recognition, including a 99% graduate success rate and strong early-career earnings for our alumni.

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Bellarmine Fund
(Current use scholarships and most urgent need)

Through scholarships and essential programs, it not only supports academic excellence but also fosters an environment where every student can thrive in their educational journey.

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Bellarmine College of Arts & Sciences

Provides a transformative experience that challenges preconceptions, ignites inquiry and creativity, and develops ethical leaders and globally engaged citizens.

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W. Fielding Rubel School of Business

Offering a comprehensive business program that provides a strong foundation in the fundamentals of business, ethics, and real-world skills, while also allowing for specialized study in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, and marketing.

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Annsley Frazier Thornton School of Education

Preparing caring, effective educators in the Catholic liberal arts tradition of Bellarmine University to teach and lead in diverse settings.

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School of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences

Degrees in our undergraduate programs provide students with career opportunities in health, wellness and fitness industries, sports performance, event and facility management, coaching, athletic administration, research and more.

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Donna and Allan Lansing School of Nursing and Clinical Sciences

Focusing on a student-centered, challenging, and supportive environment to pursue excellence in patient and client care skills and knowledge.

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Student Emergency Needs (Knights Pantry, Knights Closet)

Bellarmine University’s Knights Pantry and Knights Closet are valuable campus resources that provide essential support to students, enabling them to fulfill their basic needs. By addressing these necessities, students can fully engage in their academic pursuits, discover their passions, and chart a path towards rewarding careers.

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Mother Teresa of Calcutta Legacy Fund

Provides experiential learning and scholarships that allow students to take part in opportunities such as Alternative Spring Break and Find-Your-Faith retreats*.

* Any fundraising is not in the name of Mother Teresa or the Missionaries of Charity

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General Athletic Support

Bellarmine Athletics supports over 500 athletes in 23 sports. With your support, Bellarmine can provide the resources, opportunities, and experiences necessary for our Knights to excel both as students and athletes. Your contribution will have a direct impact by funding scholarships, enhancing facilities, and providing essential support services and student basic needs that ensure their success in the classroom, during competition, and for their careers.

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