As we begin the new semester, and my last as President, I want to acknowledge the weight many of us carry following recent tragedies and the ongoing conflicts affecting communities in our country and around the world. Moments like these can unsettle us and remind us how deeply connected we are to one another across campuses, communities, and nations.
At Regis, we remain committed to being a place of learning, compassion—a community that cares deeply for one another and the Dear Neighbor. I invite each of you to extend grace, seek support when needed, and hold fast to the values that unite us as a community rooted in faith, justice, and hope.
Everyday, I am inspired by the transformative work happening across Regis inside our classrooms, throughout the greater community, and in athletic competitions. I see our students being formed not only as scholars and competitors, but as individuals who sincerely care for one another and who are becoming change agents in their communities, committed to upholding the values of social justice. I am also grateful for the faculty and staff who work tirelessly in support of our students. This spirit of generosity, teamwork, and service reflects the very heart of our mission.
Thank you for your individual and collective contributions that make Regis the welcoming community it is. I look forward to the meaningful work we'll do together in the months ahead.
Student News and Achievements
Congratulations to students whose academic excellence and commitment to learning have earned them a place on the fall 2025 Dean’s List! Congratulate them on Facebook and Instagram!
I am very proud of the Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving team and Head Coach Diana Matthews for inviting Lily Kahrl, member of the Wellesley Public Schools Launch Program, to participate on the team. Lily has the rare disease STX BP1 which causes fine and gross motor skill deficits and cognitive delays.
The team welcomed Lily with open arms and made her feel like part of the Regis family. At the recent meet, Lily swam an unofficial 50-yard freestyle with the teams, coaches, and fans cheering her on!
Lily was named a Pride Athlete of the Week along with teammate Michael Zammuto '26 who achieved two personal bests this week!
This is a truly beautiful example of living out the Regis mission and values of the Sisters!
Here is Lily and Jesmari Perdicho '28 on the bus home from the meet.
Faculty and Staff News and Achievements
Congratulations to the following faculty and staff for recent achievements.
Kettie Louis, graduate nursing faculty working with our Haitian DNP cohort, will receive the 2026 Excellence Award by the New England Regional Black Nurses Association at their annual celebration in March, where DNP alum Gabrielle Abelard '14 will give the keynote address. The award recognizes the extraordinary nurse leaders, researchers, educators, and practitioners who embody excellence every day.
Online graduate nursing faculty Rachel Koransky-Matson was recognized in the 2026 American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) State Award for Outstanding Contributions. Rachel is the state of Maine honoree where she resides.
Priscilla Boerger, chair of education, was selected to join the Association of Teacher Educators’ (ATE) 2026 Dr. W. Robert Houston Leadership Academy, which aims to broaden the perspectives of emerging educational leaders while strengthening their knowledge and leadership skills. Priscilla was nominated by a member of the ATE leadership for this two-year commitment to attend the ATE annual conference and participate with her cohort members.
Humanities Professor Lucia Ortiz, along with a colleague, published an article on Afro-Colombian writer, Maria Teresa Ramirez, in the peer-reviewed journal Revista de Estudios Colombianos.
Regis featured in recent news articles and on podcasts
Dean of Nursing Sharon Higgins was featured in a Newsweek article on how top nursing schools navigate DOE changes.
University Herald included Regis in an article among institutions leading the charge to offer three-year bachelor's degrees. Regis' Fast Track programs save students time and money by completing their degrees sooner through several different pathways.
I was also featured in this Boston Globe article on the nursing challenge with the new federal student loan cap. I'm grateful for an anonymous donor who is helping fill some of the gaps for the nurse faculty loan program.
Dean of Athletics Pam Roecker shares lessons on leadership during an interview on The Lantern Podcast and spoke about building confidence on and off the court.
President's Office
Thank you again for your patience as we navigated the recent storm disruptions. Throughout this weather event, many members of our community worked tirelessly—often behind the scenes and in challenging conditions. Their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to keeping our campus running have been remarkable, and I am deeply grateful.
