May 2026
On May 12, 2026 we welcomed two new hives to campus and they have made themselves right at home.
The chosen names for the hives are La Verna and Chiara! Thank you to everyone for submitting potential names for the hives this year. The names were chosen by using an online randomizer.
Where Are the Bees?
Our hives are temporarily located behind Queen of Peace Chapel, while their permanent placement is under construction.
Learning Through The Challenges
On March 26, 2026 we shared the loss of our beehives, Leona and Tulip. The reality of the honeybee is a fragile one, especially under current environmental pressures. With nationwide hive losses reaching 55% last season, the weight of caring for these beings feels heavier than ever. Not long ago, the bees were taking their cleansing flights—signs they had survived winter and were preparing for spring. Yet this early spring period is one of their most vulnerable times. Populations are at their lowest, food sources are scarce, and the colony is investing heavily in raising brood (eggs and larvae), stretching[…]