John Carroll University Grasselli Library and Breen Learning Center

Happy Saturday, Blue Streaks! The spring semester has finally come to an end, and this upcoming weekend marks commencement for both the undergraduate and graduate students here at John Carroll University. In honor of this special occasion, take a look back at previous alumni enjoying this important milestone! More images of commencement and commencement programs can be viewed in the display located on the third floor of the Grasselli Library!

With that being said, congratulations to the Class of 2026, and we’ll see the rest of you in the fall!

1. Commencement on the Main Quad: May 29, 1983
2. Mother and Son Taking Photo: George Stahl photographs Gary Alan and his mother; photo by Bill Nehez.
3. Two Graduates in Front of the Bishop John Carroll Statue: August 1984
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It’s Finals Week, Blue Streaks! While most of us are deep into studying, we invite you to look back at students from the 1970s making the most of our campus—because finals week isn’t just about studying, but also about enjoying our final days on campus!

1. Student Playing Violin: Photo by Phil McCowen
2. Student Horseplay: Photo taken in Dolan Hall
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It’s officially May 1st, Blue Streaks! As we know, May brings flowers, so we invite you to take a look back at campus while it’s in bloom

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Finals are coming… don’t forget to take a break 💭 Grab a friend and come make something meaningful together 💖✨

It’s Friday, Blue Streaks! In a couple of weeks, we’ll be wrapping up the spring semester. And since it’s softball season here at John Carroll, we invite you to take a look back at the 2006 team! They finished with an overall record of 19–21—check them out!

1. Team Photo — 2006 softball team, featured in the 2006 Carillon
2. Group Cheer — 2005–2006 softball team participating in a pregame cheer, featured in the 2006 Carillon
3. Pitching — Betsy Rafferty, featured in the 2006 Carillon
4. Outfield Throw — Jenn Nairne, featured in the 2006 Carillon
5. Catcher — Jamie Smrdel, featured in the 2006 Carillon

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Need a break? ✨
Stop by the front desk, grab a key card, and unwind in our Relaxation Rooms on the 2nd floor of the library. 🧘‍♀️📚
Your reset starts here!

Happy Friday, Blue Streaks! We invite you to take a look back at a building that once existed on our campus—the Bohannon Science Center. Built in 1968 through the generosity of Mr. James A. Bohannon, president of the Peerless Motor Company, it served the university until it was replaced by the newly built Dolan Science Center. The building was demolished in 2011 and once stood where construction for the ongoing Gateway North project is now taking place. Take a look!

1. Bohannon Sketch (no additional information available)
2. Bohannon Science Building, August 3, 1990
3. Students Entering Bohannon, photo by Gordon L. Poe
4. Bohannon Science Building Sign, featured in the Carillon, 2011
5. Farewell Banner, featured in the Carillon, 2011

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Take a break and get creative at our Amigurumi Crochet Workshop with Sew4Service! Held in the Library Curiosity Lab on April 16 at 5:30-7:30, this free event is open to JCU students, faculty, and staff. Learn the basics of crochet and make your own small plush creature-no experience needed and we’ll provide the supplies!

The John Carroll University Archives at Grasselli Library and Breen Learning Center is a treasure trove of JCU memories. We’re on a mission to digitize our collections so students and alumni can explore our university’s history with just a click.

We have a goal of 26 donors for the 2026 JCU Day of Giving to help us purchase the high-tech tools needed to preserve our one-of-a-kind photographs and documents.

Every gift, no matter the size, helps us protect the story of John Carroll.

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Happy Founder’s Day, Blue Streaks!

Founded in 1886, John Carroll University began as Saint Ignatius College on Cleveland’s West Side. In 1932, it officially moved to the East Side—the campus we know and love today.

As we celebrate this anniversary, we invite you to take a look back at John Carroll through the decades!

1. Students in front of John Carroll’s first classroom—later the gymnasium—at Saint Ignatius College, 1891. Featured in John Carroll University by Marian J. Morton.
2. Saint Ignatius College, 1917. Featured in John Carroll University by Marian J. Morton.
3. Groundbreaking ceremony for the University Heights campus, April 7, 1931, featuring Bishop Joseph Schrembs (center), Rev. Benedict Rodman, S.J. (left, in academic garb), and John J. Bernet. Featured in John Carroll University by Marian J. Morton.
4. Aerial image of construction. Featured in John Carroll University by Marian J. Morton.
5. Students in front of the St. Ignatius Building—then the Administration Building—on the first day of classes at the new campus, October 7, 1935. Featured in John Carroll University by Marian J. Morton.
6. Fireworks display, 1986.

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