Not even the rain could dampen the spirit of Founders' Day!
Our annual community-wide day of service in honor of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston was a true celebration of compassion and action. Together, we carried on the legacy the Sisters began in 1650—responding to the needs of the time with heart and purpose.
Special thanks to Dan Leahy, AVP for Mission and Ministry, for leading the coordination of today’s events, Mark Clemente for managing transportation, Carolyn Jefferson for managing the registration site, all the site leaders, student panelists Krysonia Tavares ‘26, Younes Suleiman ‘27, and Maddie Philibotte ‘27, and Sisters Marian Batho, CSJ, Judith Costello, CSJ, and Rosemary Brennan, CSJ, for sharing their stories and wisdom with us. You all made Founders' Day so meaningful.
Here are a few snapshots from the day. All photos will be shared on the Regis social media channels soon.
Student News and Achievements
The annual Fresh Check Day, sponsored by the Center for Health and Wellness, saw a strong turnout as students came together to focus on mental health and well-being. Maria Hall Lawn was transformed into an expo-style event space, featuring interactive activities and peer-to-peer messaging around self-care and wellness. Creative stations like beaded bracelet making were designed to encourage open conversations and support among students.
The collaboration between Regis College and Novartis began in 2021, initiated by Regis alumna Courtney Horvath '06 who envisioned an opportunity for professionals pursuing careers in clinical research operations.
Through this unique partnership, students engage in hands-on learning alongside Novartis’ clinical research management teams while completing academic coursework at Regis. The two-year journey of the program's second cohort culminated in a celebration on Sept. 17 where they received their Certificate in Clinical Research Management. Two fellows are progressing into our Regulatory and Clinical Research Management graduate program.
Faculty and staff are invited to sign up for a free personal training session with Exercise Science students!
These 1-on-1 training sessions benefit you and our students by giving them experience in personal training. Sessions are on Wednesdays from 12:40–1:30 p.m. in the Athletics Weight Room beginning Oct. 1. Sign up by emailing Assistant Professor of Health and Fitness Studies Peyton Greco.
Regis in Haiti
I'm so proud of the tenacity of the Regis in Haiti team who labored through significant logistical challenges and safety concerns to ensure the successful delivery of essential simulation equipment for the hands-on training that began this week in Haiti. These sessions are led by three simulation faculty trained by Regis in 2022.
Heartfelt thanks go to the entire Regis in Haiti team: Director of Global Nursing Nadia Raymond, Project Manager Sarah Tsoi, the Wagner Foundation, Partners In Health, and the Zanmi Lasante nursing team. Your dedication and collaboration made it possible to overcome these challenges and ensure the training moved forward with all the necessary tools in place. You truly moved mountains!
Faculty and Staff News and Achievements
Congratulations to the following faculty and staff!
Megan Hawk, program director of the psych/mental health online NP program, and Adjunct Clinical and Course Faculty Anna Risman completed their DNP in August!
Kelly Brochu, assistant to the president for special projects, was lead author on this article published in the latest edition of the NASPA Leadership Exchange magazine. The article highlights resources from an event she coordinated as chair of the Adult Learner and Students with Children Knowledge Community.
Lauren Shanbrun, Nuclear Medicine Technology Program Director, was named the Secretary-Treasurer of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Board of Trustees for 2025-2026.
ABA faculty Jackie MacDonald and Diana Parry-Cruwys presented at the 20th annual Thompson Center for Autism Conference in St. Charles, MO, on the topic "Incorporating Neurodiversity Acceptance into Behavioral Planning." They also served as student poster judges for the conference.
Carol Martin, adjunct nursing course faculty, and former Dean of Nursing Diane Welsh served as contributing authors for Edelman’s Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span textbook. Their work focused on the Toddler chapter, a comprehensive contribution that took a year and a half to complete.
Jen DiBenedetto, online DNP assistant professor, and DNP alum Jennifer Wedster '25 published an article in the peer-reviewed journal Healthcare based on Jennifer's scholarly practice project research "Mindfulness-Based Mobile Application’s Impact on Nurse Burnout Syndrome and Well-Being."
The nursing department celebrated the opening of its newest simulation lab this week. This new facility was developed for Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students who transitioned from the Lawrence Memorial Hospital campus and will benefit all pre-licensure nursing programs by providing high-quality, hands-on learning opportunities.
Pictured with me from left are Provost Mary Erina Driscoll, Dean of Nursing Sharon Higgins, and Associate Dean Pre-Licensure Nursing Mary Lou Cullen.
Reminder to take advantage of the Center for Health & Wellness Flu and COVID Vaccine Clinic on Tues., Oct. 21, 12-1 p.m. Learn more and sign up.