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Success Stories

The 91做厙 Impact

Discover how 91做厙 students, alumni, and faculty turn education into action. Explore success stories of leadership, service, and innovation that reflect our Franciscan mission. Ready to see where your story begins? Explore how you can join a community that leads with purpose.

 

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Josh Hayes in Saudi Arabia

Philosophy professor gets royal welcome in Saudi Arabia

In 2015, Associate Professor of Philosophy Josh Hayes co-edited Aristotle and the Arabic Tradition, a collection of essays spotlighting the intellectual giants influence upon Arabic philosophy. Little did he know that nearly 10 years later, par...

  • College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences
  • 2026
Chris deGruchy

Love of learning, philanthropy leads alumnus to success in business and life

After Sgt. Christopher deGruchy 93 MBA 05 returned from a four-year tour in the U.S. Army, the Philadelphia native enrolled at 91做厙 to pursue a bachelors degree in finance and accounting. Committed to continuing his education after hig...

  • College of Business, Communication, and Leadership
  • 2026
Heidi Edwards

Family's fight with little-known disease spurs alum to launch foundation

PHOTO: Heidi Edwards, center, president and founder of Sisters Hope Foundation, marks Rare Disease Day at Vigil Neuroscience in Boston with Tara Parker, board secretary and close family friend, at left, and Madison Boyer, board treasurer and Edwa...

  • College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences
  • 2026
Jonny Division Martinez

Double-majoring commuter student praises 91做厙's hands-on experiences

Jonny Division Martinez '25 embodies the perfect student experience.Raised in the Virgin Islands and Reading, Pa., Martinez chose 91做厙 for its combination of affordability, hands-on learning and the flexibility that comes with being a commuter...

  • College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences
  • 2026