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News & Messages from the President

Marywood University Celebrating the Season by “Making Spirits Bright”
Marywood’s annual celebration of the Christmas season through festive programming, community service, and spiritual opportunities, begins in December and continues through New Year’s Eve.
Together, We Thrive: A Vision for Marywood's Future
In her inaugural address, delivered on November 8, 2024, Lisa A. Lori, J.D., 13th President, outlined her uplifting, collaborative vision for Marywood University.
Inauguration Events Set for Marywood's 13th President
Marywood University will mark a historic moment when Lisa A. Lori, J.D. is formally installed as the institution’s first lay president on Friday, November 8.
Marywood University’s Quality and Value Recognized by U.S. News “Best Colleges” for 2025
Marywood continues to offer the “Best Value” among Northeast Pennsylvania universities, according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges ranking.
Nuns on the Bus & Friends Stopping at Marywood for Nonpartisan Town Hall
The Marywood stop on Tuesday, October 1, is part of a nationwide, nonpartisan effort conducted by NETWORK, a national Catholic advocacy organization.
Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion Dedicated
The $11.5 million Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion is a realization of Marywood's commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities for education in the health sciences.
Sister Mary Persico, IHM Encourages 2024 Graduates to Reflect on Choices at Milestone Moments
More than 800 students were part of Marywood’s 106th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
2024 Commencement Medalists Announced
The bestowal of medals for academic excellence and achievement is occurring Friday, May 17, 2024, during various Hooding and Honors ceremonies on campus.
Retiring President Sister Mary Persico, IHM, Ed.D. to Address Class of 2024
Sister Mary, who will retire on June 30, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 106th Commencement on May 18, 2024, and will be recognized with a special tribute at the ceremony.
Lisa A. Lori, J.D. Elected as Marywood University's First Lay President
Atty. Lori, a Marywood graduate, formerly served as Board Chair. She will begin her presidential tenure on July 1, 2024.
Major Benefactors Recognized at Presidential Society Dinner
Trustee Emerita and Alumna Virginia Collins Shields '48 was awarded the 2023 Presidential Mission Medal, and new members were inducted into the Saint Alphonsus Society.
Alumni Honored with Awards
Marywood University welcomed alumni back to campus, along with families of current students, during its combined celebration of Alumni & Family Weekend, September 22-24. Alumni Award winners were honored at a dinner on Saturday, September 23.
New Faculty & VPs Announced
Nineteen new faculty members, representing 11 programs, were recently announced for the 2023-2024 academic year. In addition, two new VPs began their tenures.
EMPOWER: The Campaign for Marywood Kicks Off
The public phase of "EMPOWER: The Campaign for Marywood," a $30 million comprehensive campaign, has begun; $24 million has been raised to date.
Marywood’s Quality and Value Recognized by “Best Colleges”
"U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Colleges" ranking deems Marywood University the Best Value among Northeast PA colleges.
Marywood Earns Impressive Placements in 2024 Niche College Rankings
Both nationally and statewide, Marywood earned high marks in the 2024 Niche College Rankings.
Marywood Designated as a PA Hunger-Free+ Campus
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has recognized Marywood's leadership in the area of college student food security.
Marywood University Announces a New Master of Architecture Program
Marywood's nationally renowned School of Architecture is now recruiting for a new Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree program that starts in Fall 2024.
President's Statement on U.S. Supreme Court's Ruling on Affirmative Action
Marywood University remains committed to supporting the cultivation of a diverse campus community.
New Endowed and Annual Scholarships Announced
Marywood University announced four new endowed scholarships, six new annual scholarships, and a new endowed special gift at the 2023 Scholarship Luncheon.
Spring 2023 Dean's List
Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.50-4.00 on 12 or more graded credits merit this academic honor.
Groundbreaking of the Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion
The Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion will be an exciting addition to The Keith J. O’Neill Center for Healthy Families, further expanding the university’s deep commitment to health and wellness.
Philadelphia Poet Laureate to Address Marywood Graduates at 105th Commencement
Trapeta B. Mayson, LCSW, MBA, Philadelphia’s fifth poet laureate, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 105th Commencement on May 20, 2023. She will receive an honorary doctorate at the ceremony.
10th Annual CLC to Honor Sister Cor Immaculatum Heffernan, IHM, M.F.A.
Sister Cor, Professor Emerita of Art, will receive the University’s Lead On Award at the May 4 celebration, in recognition of her lifelong commitment to education, to service, and to the common good.
Sr. Mary Delivers Her Annual Christmas Message
Remembering the importance of living our core values at Christmas and all year long.
2022 CLC Co-Chairs Announced
Event co-chairs Mary Anne Fedrick, Ph.D., a retired Marywood dean, and Maria Gogal, a Marywood trustee, are working to ensure the success of Marywood University’s Ninth Annual Community Leadership Celebration.
Prayer for Peace
Be of one mind and heart in our support of the people of Ukraine
Remembering 9-11
As we commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, our minds are flooded with images and our hearts filled with emotion as the memories of that day return with the slightest reminder.
Marywood Alumni Elected to AIA Chesapeake Bay Chapter Board of Directors
We Stand with You
We commit to listening to the voices of our Black brothers and sisters that have too long been silenced or dismissed and to learning from their stories, however difficult their experiences may be to hear.
Our Best Selves
Between now and our coming together again, let us encourage and support one another in creative and caring ways.
New Board of Trustees and Board Officers Announced
Six new trustees have been elected to Marywood’s Board of Trustees.
Students Collect Gifts for Local Organizations
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Marywood Welcomes New Board Members
Five new trustees have been elected to Marywood’s Board of Trustees.

News & Messages from the President

Marywood’s annual celebration of the Christmas season through festive programming, community service, and spiritual opportunities, begins in December and continues through New Year’s Eve.

In her inaugural address, delivered on November 8, 2024, Lisa A. Lori, J.D., 13th President, outlined her uplifting, collaborative vision for Marywood University.

Marywood University will mark a historic moment when Lisa A. Lori, J.D. is formally installed as the institution’s first lay president on Friday, November 8.

Marywood continues to offer the “Best Value” among Northeast Pennsylvania universities, according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges ranking.

The Marywood stop on Tuesday, October 1, is part of a nationwide, nonpartisan effort conducted by NETWORK, a national Catholic advocacy organization.

The $11.5 million Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion is a realization of Marywood's commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities for education in the health sciences.

More than 800 students were part of Marywood’s 106th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 18, 2024.

The bestowal of medals for academic excellence and achievement is occurring Friday, May 17, 2024, during various Hooding and Honors ceremonies on campus.

Sister Mary, who will retire on June 30, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 106th Commencement on May 18, 2024, and will be recognized with a special tribute at the ceremony.

Atty. Lori, a Marywood graduate, formerly served as Board Chair. She will begin her presidential tenure on July 1, 2024.

Trustee Emerita and Alumna Virginia Collins Shields '48 was awarded the 2023 Presidential Mission Medal, and new members were inducted into the Saint Alphonsus Society.

Marywood University welcomed alumni back to campus, along with families of current students, during its combined celebration of Alumni & Family Weekend, September 22-24. Alumni Award winners were honored at a dinner on Saturday, September 23.

Nineteen new faculty members, representing 11 programs, were recently announced for the 2023-2024 academic year. In addition, two new VPs began their tenures.

The public phase of "EMPOWER: The Campaign for Marywood," a $30 million comprehensive campaign, has begun; $24 million has been raised to date.

"U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Colleges" ranking deems Marywood University the Best Value among Northeast PA colleges.

Both nationally and statewide, Marywood earned high marks in the 2024 Niche College Rankings.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education has recognized Marywood's leadership in the area of college student food security.

Marywood's nationally renowned School of Architecture is now recruiting for a new Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree program that starts in Fall 2024.

Marywood University remains committed to supporting the cultivation of a diverse campus community.

Marywood University announced four new endowed scholarships, six new annual scholarships, and a new endowed special gift at the 2023 Scholarship Luncheon.

Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.50-4.00 on 12 or more graded credits merit this academic honor.

The Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion will be an exciting addition to The Keith J. O’Neill Center for Healthy Families, further expanding the university’s deep commitment to health and wellness.

Trapeta B. Mayson, LCSW, MBA, Philadelphia’s fifth poet laureate, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 105th Commencement on May 20, 2023. She will receive an honorary doctorate at the ceremony.

Sister Cor, Professor Emerita of Art, will receive the University’s Lead On Award at the May 4 celebration, in recognition of her lifelong commitment to education, to service, and to the common good.

Remembering the importance of living our core values at Christmas and all year long.

Event co-chairs Mary Anne Fedrick, Ph.D., a retired Marywood dean, and Maria Gogal, a Marywood trustee, are working to ensure the success of Marywood University’s Ninth Annual Community Leadership Celebration.

Be of one mind and heart in our support of the people of Ukraine

As we commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, our minds are flooded with images and our hearts filled with emotion as the memories of that day return with the slightest reminder.

We commit to listening to the voices of our Black brothers and sisters that have too long been silenced or dismissed and to learning from their stories, however difficult their experiences may be to hear.

Between now and our coming together again, let us encourage and support one another in creative and caring ways.

Six new trustees have been elected to Marywood’s Board of Trustees.

article/2018-Students-Collect-Gifts-for-Local-Organizations

Five new trustees have been elected to Marywood’s Board of Trustees.