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On Thursday, May 4, nearly 200 alumni, students, and friends attended Tigers on the Loose, Holy Family's Annual Scholarship Celebration, at the Academy of Natural Sciences.
Through the generous support of our sponsors, donors, attendees, and auction winners, the event raised significant funds for student financial aid. View photos from the event on Flickr.
Thank you to everyone for making this event such a success!
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On Saturday, May 13, alumni from six decades celebrated Reunion 2023.
Dressed "en bleu," guests danced the night away while celebrating the 2023 Reunion classes, including the 50th Anniversary Class of 1973 (pictured), the Golden Alumni Society and the 2023 Alumni Achievement Award Recipients: Margaret “Peg” (Bigley) O’Grady ’84, RN, MSN, OCN; Jayda Pugliese ‘09, M’14; and Shaikha BuAli M’12, Ed.D. View photos from the event on Facebook and Flickr.
Save the date for Reunion 2024 on Saturday, April 20!
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Welcome to the Alumni Family, Class of 2023! |
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Holy Family celebrated its newest alumni with commencement ceremonies at the Newtown campus on Saturday, May 20.
The Class of 2023 consisted of nearly 900 students receiving bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. Honorary degrees were conferred upon Rev. Dennis Holtschneider, president of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, and Thomas R. Bailey, president of Teachers College at Columbia University.
Holy Family also hosted a Mass of Joyful Celebration for the Class of 2023 on May 18 in the Campus Center gymnasium, which was celebrated by the Archbishop of Philadelphia, Rev. Nelson J. Pérez.
The Senior Awards were presented to Kyana Zayas '23 (Alumni Senior Award) and Shania Le Maitre '23 (Sister Nemosia Award) at the Honors Convocation on April 24.
Congratulations Class of 2023 and welcome to our family of more than 23,000 Holy Family alumni!
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One Month until Fiscal Year End |
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Did you know that Holy Family's fiscal year ends on June 30?
If you haven't already made your gift this year, we hope you will join us in supporting student financial aid at a level that is meaningful to you. Gifts of all sizes make an immediate impact and we thank you in advance for your generosity! |
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- On Friday, May 12 (International Nurses Day), Holy Family University's School of Nursing and Health Sciences hosted a pinning ceremony for the newest graduates who completed their traditional BSN program. Congratulations to all!
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- The May nursing pinning ceremony also served as the kick-off of the University's year-long celebration of the School of Nursing's 50th Anniversary. After the ceremony, faculty, staff, and the first Holy Family nursing graduates from the Class of 1973 enjoyed a special reception and recognition.
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- During a visit to Philadelphia in April, Dr. Rahul Gupta, the White House Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, met with Holy Family nursing students Timothy "TJ" Pritz '24 and Alivia Roberts '24, who regularly volunteer at Savage Sisters Recovery Wound Care Clinic. Read the full story here.
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- Holy Family University and Donald Goeltz, DPS, professor in the School of Business and Professional Studies, has announced the launch of Philly Venture Hub, to support local social entrepreneurship. The project was funded by an initial grant from Holy Family’s Ray and Mildred Taylor Awards, an endowment created by Carol Taylor H'22, RN, Ph.D., a former Holy Family faculty member, to provide funding for faculty research.
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- On Saturday, May 6, Holy Family University's Collegiate Recovery Program hosted a resource fair and special event, featuring guest speakers Brandon Novak, renowned skateboarder, author, addiction recovery speaker, and MTV celebrity, and Nicholas Emeigh, associate executive director of NAMI Bucks County PA.
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Know of anyone interested in becoming a Holy Family Tiger? Summer is a great time to check out the campus and meet with University representatives about joining the "Family".
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This summer, Holy Family University Athletics programs will host multiple summer camp experiences for future tigers of all ages! Early bird, alumni and team discounts available!
Click below for more information about each camp and to register:
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Calling all Tigers! Holy Family University is actively hiring a number of faculty and staff positions.
Please visit holyfamily.edu/employment to view all job openings, how to apply, and other detailed information about joining the HFU employee “family”. |
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Spring 2023 Campus Publications |
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The latest issue of Folio, the literary magazine of Holy Family since 1959, is now available.
This issue highlights exciting new voices while furthering Holy Family University’s mission and values by publishing a diverse representation of creative work from underrepresented and marginalized communities Learn more about Folio here. |
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The latest issue of Tri-Lite, the student voice of Holy Family since 1954, is now available.
This issue and previous issues are archived at: hfutrilite.com and discuss topics and events that are important to the student community. Learn more about Tri-Lite here.
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Alumni Benefit Spotlight: Franklin Institute Discount |
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As a member of The Franklin Institute's Affiliate Ticket Program, alumni and friends of Holy Family can save up to 20% on museum admission - including tickets to Disney100: The Exhibition, which opened in February 2023.
Follow the instructions below to purchase discounted tickets:
- STEP 1: Visit the Affiliate Ticket Program website: fi.edu/affiliates
- STEP 2: Login and enter organization code: FAMILYGRP
- STEP 3: Select the date/time, purchase and print discounted tickets.
Reminder: All graduates of Holy Family University (and College) are members of the Alumni Association and entitled to all Alumni Benefits.
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Holy Family Travel Opportunities |
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Holy Family’s Study Abroad program takes students, alumni, and friends all over the globe to explore culture, healthcare, education, art, biodiversity, history, and geography.
The University is excited to announce upcoming travel programs which are open to the entire Holy Family community:
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March 2024 - Join Dr. Patricia Griffin, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice for an 8-day Influence and Advocacy Tour to Central Europe, including Brussels, The Hague, and Amsterdam. See complete details here.
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May 2024 - Join Dr. Jenai Grigg, Professor of Sociology, and Dr. Shelley Robbins, Vice President of Academic Affairs, for an 11-day intercultural tour of South Africa, including Johannesburg, Kruger National Park area, and Cape Town. See complete details here.
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Apply for Federal Student Loan Debt Relief |
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The Federal Student Loan Debt Relief program seeks to provide eligible borrowers with a one-time full or partial discharge of their loans. Federal Pell Grant recipients may receive up to $20,000 in debt relief and others may receive up to $10,000 in debt relief.
See complete details and updates about the program and see if you qualify at: studentaid.gov/debt-relief. The online application is live and accepting submissions through December 31, 2023. Apply today! |
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We Continue to Stand with Ukraine in Prayer |
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