On May 18th, 1995, Ruth C. Ford graduated from Albertus Magnus College with a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Economics. What Ruth didn’t know was that her final college paper, written on the history of popcorn, would pave the way for her daughter’s future business, and would help define her very own legacy.
Read More.Karen Ennis ’18 shares her nursing journey
My name is Karen Ennis and I am a graduate from Albertus Magnus College in 2018 with my Bachelors in Healthcare Management. My experience at Albertus was wonderful.
Read More.Black Brilliance at Albertus: Chelsea Sherrod ’16 is Not Afraid to Make the First Move
Chelsea Sherrod ‘16, a sports reporter/host in Boston, Massachusetts, did not get where she is today by patiently waiting for opportunities to come to her. After attending a large high school in Stratford, Connecticut, Chelsea found herself at Albertus Magnus College. Drawn in by our tight-knit community, Chelsea loved how she got to know everyone on campus so quickly.
Read More.Black Brilliance at Albertus: Briona Jenkins ’12 Talks Self-Worth and Setting Boundaries
As a student at Albertus Magnus College, Briona “Bri” Jenkins couldn’t help but get involved in everything. The Hamden native played volleyball, served as a Resident Assistant, Student Orientation Leader, President of the Student Government Association, and still made time to see every Albertus Men’s Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball home game. Her sense of community and drive to achieve would only grow stronger after graduation.
Read More.The Value of a Liberal Arts Education | From The Hill 2020
The following article appeared in the From The Hill Magazine 2020 Issue. Follow these links to make a gift, update your information, or submit a class note. At a time when some ask, “Is a liberal arts degree worth it?” Albertus Magnus College can answer with a resounding, “Yes!” Evidence supporting this was recently revealed in a study completed by
Read More.The Inspiration for a Scholarship Fund | From The Hill 2020
The following article appeared in the From The Hill Magazine 2020 Issue. Follow these links to make a gift, update your information, or submit a class note. In 1939, Catherine Pierson and Marguerite Flannery ’43, two life-long friends since their early days at St. Francis School in Fair Haven, began their college careers at Albertus Magnus College. Catherine also studied
Read More.How to Write a Paper in a Limited Amount of Time (I Procrastinated… Help!)
As college students, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with a heavy workload and ‘accidentally’ leave an assignment until the last minute (which as very responsible, well-behaved, well-mannered adults with excellent time management skills we would never purposely do…). It can be stressful trying to figure out where to start and what to do.
Read More.A Special Invitation to Alumni: Meet the Face of Albertus Today and Celebrate 90 Years!
As we approach our formal celebration of the 90th anniversary of the College’s founding by the mission-oriented Dominican Sisters of Peace, we celebrate you – the alumni of our College who have been influenced by the search for truth in all its dimensions. This mission inspires us daily as we continue to be mindful of
Read More.SAA takes Washington, D.C.
My name is Stacie Hurley, and I am the current president of the Student Alumni Association (SAA). The purpose of the SAA is to bridge the gap between students and alumni. We host events that invite alumni back to campus to keep our many traditions alive and thriving. We also provide opportunities for students to
Read More.What It Means to be Part of the Student Alumni Association
Richard and Riker Mitchell are founding members of the Student Alumni Association (SAA) and seniors on the verge of graduation. The Mitchells grew up in Naugatuck, Connecticut, where they attended Naugatuck High School. We’ve asked them to reflect on joining SAA and how they feel about becoming alumni. Richard Mitchell I’m a current member
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