Quincy University Hawks

At the start of each academic year, Quincy University's student-athletes gather at the St. Francis Solanus Church for the annual Blessing of the Athletes ceremony. The athletes process from a gathering at the Health & Fitness Center to the church. Once there, the student-athletes listen to Scripture readings and receive witnesses from fellow student-athletes, QU President Dr. Brian McGee, Vice President for Ministry and Mission Fr. John Doctor and QU Director of Athletics Josh Rabe.

Students not only receive blessings, but they also gather to give thanks for the talents and abilities that allow them to represent QU on and off the field of play. The night closes with the singing of the Quincy University Alma Mater and a snack social following the event.