Insight

Th is fall, I announced my resignation as president of Holy Family University, eff ective June 30, 2021. Th roughout my rich and rewarding tenure, perhaps the greatest gift that the University has provided to me is a deeper understanding and appreciation for the Mission which is truly the hallmark of a Holy Family University education.

Having served in various roles within the University across four decades, I have seen our University community evolve in spectacular ways — from curricular off erings that continue to meet students’ needs and prepare them for the jobs of today and the future, to the many resources designed to ensure student success. One area that has remained a constant has been a collective commitment to the charism of family.

It is this unique characteristic that distinguishes Holy Family University from other institutions. Not only do we say the words “the value of family” as a point of pride in telling our story, but we live these words every day, from how we welcome students and their families, to the ways we demonstrate respect for one another and the dignity of the human person as we fulfi ll the business of operating a University.

Th is was never more apparent than in this past year, as the entire community pulled together to transition in-person classes to online, to ensure continuity across all operations, and to care for one another throughout unprecedented circumstances. We innovated. We created. We made thoughtful decisions based on our priority of keeping the campus community safe and well. And we emerged a stronger, more connected University family.

I am forever grateful to the countless individuals who believe as I do that Holy Family University is a place that not only educates students, but transforms lives. I am confi dent that the groundwork we have laid will continue to pave the way for an enduring future.

May God bless each of you, and may God continue to shine His light on the Holy Family University community.

Sincerely,

Sister Maureen McGarrity, CSFN ’70, PhD President