Date / Location: January 8, 2026 @7PM. UW Newman Center

Talk Title: 

“Designed With Purpose: Cycle Tracking, Body Literacy & the Catholic Vision of Womanhood” 

Description: 

This talk will explore the basics of cycle tracking and body literacy through the FEMM approach (Fertility Education & Medical Management), helping participants understand the science behind the female body, its hormones, and overall health. We will also examine the physical and emotional effects of hormonal birth control and why this matters for long-term wellbeing. Grounded in a Catholic worldview, the talk connects our bodies’ design to God’s plan for wholeness, freedom, and a deeper understanding of human dignity.

Speakers: Lauren Seerden and Aleksandra Cholewinska of FEMM

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then chant Night Prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink.

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the social ends at 10pm.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in. 

RSVP is not required