Give Thanks

We invited members of the Marywood community to share their memories, wisdom, and messages of thanks; these are their responses.

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Marywood Students Give Thanks

I am thankful for being surrounded by people who want me to thrive. Very very thankful for people who care about other people and work to help them in...

-Natalie Turner

I am thankful to be a part of such a wonderful college community that shares my values. I was worried coming into college, but Marywood made me feel right...

-Katlynn Whitaker

I am thankful for the gift of life, my family, friends, and the the blessings that God gives me.

-Gina Morgese

I am thankful for the opportunities I've had while a student. I’ve met so many people and have made so many meaningful relationships. I never would have...

-Brian Davitt

I am so thankful for the amazing faculty and staff in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate department at Marywood University! They are super helpful with everything as well as incredibly kind and welcoming.

-- Rachel N. Rinehimer Class of 2022

I am thankful for Brittany and Ariella. They are dolls. My MU life would not be the same without seeing their faces everyday. #sciencenerds

-Jessica

“We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude." Be thankful for what you have in life. Happy Thanksgiving.

-Ty Quattlebaum

A special thanks to Sr. Margaret Gannon, whom I met in 'Chemchemi ya Usima' in Kenya. She has traveled all the way to Kenya at this age and is doing a ...

-Sr. Marie Therese

I am especially thankful to the Sisters of IHM: Sister jane,without whom I would never have been able to go to college; Sister Dorothy, who inspired my...

-Dawn Leibovitz

We are all so thankful for the amazing Mary Roche. She is the most kind-hearted and helpful woman I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. She goes above...

-Everyone who has ever been in Campus Ministry!

I am thankful for this extraordinary opportunity to be a part of the Marywood community. I am also thankful for each and every person who has shown me ...

-Jennie Wisdom

I am thankful for life, happiness and health. I am also thankful for my wonderful family, children, husband and all the folks that are around me everyday...

-Yeslene Rivera

I am so thankful for the opportunity to get an amazing education. I am thankful for the friends that became family and the constant support we give one another here at Marywood!

-- Caylee Bruff Class of 2018

I am thankful today, and always, for the amazing professional staff and interns I have had the pleasure to work with at the Counseling & Student Development...

-Kristyn

I am thankful for my family, for without them I would not be at Marywood. I am thankful for my boyfriend and all his kind and encouraging words, and for...

-Melissa Bellantone

I am thankful for my new friends, Kelly Lynn, Morgan Smith, and John Peper. Their influence on my life has been essential to my success. The beauty of ...

-Derrick Eyerman

Thankful for all the blessings this year. All of our family is healthy, we have made much progress in our personal and professional lives, and we are all...

-Yeslene & Francisco Dijol

I could never express just how thankful I am to my family away from home - my peers, mentors, and friends at Marywood. Without each and every one of you, I would not amount to half of the person I am today. I am so blessed to be surrounded by people who are so willing to be a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen, and/or a voice of guidance. I am surrounded by a phenomenal staff in the psychology department...

-- Lisa D'Abbene Class of 2014

Dr. Persing, I know that I've already expressed my gratitude, but it will never be enough. I'm forever grateful that I have always listened to you. Your...

-Lisa Flaherty

Dr Crawley- won't let me give up Rev. Miner- listened when I was in distress Dr. Bagais- gave me a moment of her personal time to ensure I succeed Prof...

-Brenda Staerker-Lewis

I am grateful to Marywood University for enormous support in making best environment for study, as particular for international student , also giving financial...

-Sagarkumar Patel

I humbly thank you all my professors and Marywood fraternity for enabling me to make a new beginning in life with a desire of becoming an authentic educator.

-- Sr. Monica Kagendo

Dennis Corrigan brought out the most in my artistic styles. He really pushed me to improve on everything from drawing quality to color. Because of him and the great art program Marywood has to offer, I am more confident in my future as an illustrator.

-- Dominique Kozuch Class of 2013