Most kids LOSE their Faith in college. But it’s also where they FIND it.

What is life like at Duluth Newman (aka bulldogCatholic)? We are very blessed, but we’ve run out of space! Too often, we turn students away because there is no room.

Chef Fr. Mike?
He tries, he burns! 🔥 😂
Hey Sister!
8 women from our community have entered religious life!
Bible Studies
2000 students since 2014
Fr. Sekhar
Just one part of the lovely Newman staff!
Mass
The central part of Newman life, and we even have an annual hike and Mass.
Bulldog Strong!
Our Duluth Newman reckin' crew! 💪
Retreats
Time to reset away from school! 🙏
Welcome!
Duluth Newman is a welcoming space!
Friendship
Life-long connections begin at Duluth Newman.
Go Dawgs!
Even Fr. MIke loves our mascot. 🐶
Prayer
Building our community while growing closer to God.
Leadership!
Meet the crew at Duluth Newman!
Service
with faith, hope, and love.

Evangelization

Socials
We host meals, games, and socials for students. Fall, Winter, and Spring! 

Special Events
Inspiring speakers, big stories, huge events!

ALPHA
What are the basics of Christianity? Can we believe the Bible? Each week, students join us for a meal and an honest discussion about the meaning of life. 

Becoming Catholic
78 students have entered the Church since 2018

Discipleship & Formation

Retreats
300 students experience retreats each year. 

Bible Studies
2000+ students have participated since 2014.
60 Ongoing studies.

Mass on Campus
500-600 students routinely attend Sunday Mass on the UMD campus. 60 students attend Daily Mass (in the garage chapel) on campus on average. 

Prayer
62 students are committed to daily Holy Hour on campus. 

Vocations

400 couples have prepared for marriage at Duluth Newman (many also met at the Newman Center).

8 Duluth Newman women have entered religious life.

16+ Duluth men have entered seminary.

7 men have been ordained as priests or religious brothers, including 1 cardinal (Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan)