Dr. John Giannini, head coach of the Explorers men’s basketball team, is stepping down after 14 seasons. He will be forever remembered for the 2013 Sweet Sixteen appearance and his focus on student-athlete academic success. Coach G, thank you and we wish you nothing but the best!
Today is an important moment for La Salle University. Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D., has been selected as the University's 30th president, following a unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees.
Learn more about La Salle's next President:
Explorers! Join us in wishing a monumental happy birthday to Tom Hickey, '48, who turns 101 today! The Public Relations Director at Septa until retirement, Tom penned four books after the age of 95! He lives in Limerick, Pa. with his daughter, Elizabeth Hickey McLaughlin, '85.
Late NBA player and La Salle University grad Rasual Butler, ’02, is forever memorialized in the court length
@muralarts
mural at Chew Playground in South Philadelphia. You can learn more about Rasual and his legacy here:
#BeKnownForMore
#GlobalExplorers
La Salle University has received a $1 million gift from alumnus Francis X. “Frank” Stanton, ’51, to support students and the entire campus community with expanded staffing and resources for La Salle’s Department of Student Wellness Services.
Learn more:
In May 1968, La Salle’s resident population increased by one when a group of students smuggled Bessie the cow from the Belfield pasture up 20th Street, across Olney Avenue, and onto the 2nd floor of St. Bernard’s Hall. A truly mooo-ving experience!
#CowAppreciationDay
We are excited to share that
@Ash_Puri
will become our next Vice President of Athletics & Recreation and Director of Athletics!
Let’s give him a warm welcome to the
#GoExplorers
family!
Emily MacGillivray, the two-year old daughter of
@LaSalle_WBB
coach
@ExplorerCoachMT
, is in remission from leukemia. She was honored at Tom Gola Arena last weekend with a lesson for us all: "FIGHT ON." Read more via
@PhillyInquirer
.
Thank you
@BresciaUC
our deepest sentiments are also with our President Colleen Hanycz and her family. Our community is heartbroken and mourning, please keep the Hanyczs, our La Salle family, and Emily in your thoughts and prayers.
Brother Edward J. Sheehy, FSC, Ph.D., ’68, professor of history and
@LaSalle_MBB
chaplain, has died. “To many people in the history department, Ed was the G.O.A.T.,” said Brother Gerry Molyneaux, FSC, Ph.D., ’58, M.A. ’59.
More on Brother Ed's legacy:
Big news at 20th and Olney: La Salle University is adding four varsity sports & will bolster its cheer & dance squads as well as add a band program to enhance the student experience on campus and the fan experience at athletic competitions Read more:
La Salle is proud to announce our first dog-friendly residence hall! Beginning the Fall 2019 semester, upperclassmen who choose to live in St. George Hall may apply to own an approved dog on campus. For more information go to
#LaSalleU
#PupsAreNeverLost
Thursday’s list of things to Explore includes the
#EaglesParade
— enjoy, be safe, & represent our city well! Day & evening classes canceled. Students w/ clinicals, internships, or off-campus activities check w/ adviser/supervisors.
#LaSalleU
will be open w/ staff on campus.
This
#FacultyFriday
, we recognize Andy LaFond, MBA, DBA, CPA, ‘86, the winner of this year’s Lindback Award, La Salle alum, great teacher, and a favorite among students. Thank you for everything you do, Andy!
#LaSalleU
#NeverLost
In the spirit of the two charisms of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, La Salle University welcomes Cabrini Students with open arms and is ready to help every step of the way.
We heard you Explorers! Homecoming & Family Weekend is back! Come
#Back2LaSalle
Nov. 9-11 for our beloved tradition and
@LaSalleMBB
home opener! Stay tuned for full schedule and registration info
Andy LaFond was announced as the 2019 Lindback Award recipient at today’s Commencement ceremony. Andy’s dedication to La Salle, his students, and profession have made him a prime example of a mentor, leader, and Explorer. Thank you for all that you do, Andy.
#NeverLost
#SetSalle
Today,
@PrezHanycz
honored members of our faculty and staff who continue to go above and beyond for students and the La Salle community at large: Charles Gallagher, Ph.D; Elizabeth Langemak, Ph.D.#; and Tonya Ellis, Ph.D. Thank you all for your dedication and congratulations!
It’s finally here! The new Connelly Learning Commons on the first floor of Connelly Library opens today with a Ribbon Cutting event. We can’t wait to share with you this exciting upgrade, one of many, to our beloved campus.
#⃣6⃣0⃣0⃣ for Coach Dunphy ‼️‼️
Congratulations to the 🐐 on becoming the 43rd NCAA Division I coach in history to reach the milestone.
#Authenticity
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#GoExplorers
🔭
Congratulations to Jacob Smolinski and Mark Lynch (both of the class of 2017) on the screening their short film, “College Graduate,” at the Court Métrage during the 71st
@Festival_Cannes
!
#LaSalleU
#Cannes
#NeverLost
Read more:
Cheers to La Salle University's first ever
@Saxbys
Student Café Executive Officer — Kyle McIntosh, a senior communication major and marketing minor! The 100% student-run Saxbys Café will be here soon — opening on campus in spring 2018! ☕️
For the past 13 years, Aliya Vance, '20 has worked as a public safety officer and dispatcher at La Salle. This past May, she graduated with a degree in social work: "I’m not just an employee. I’m an alumna!”
#LaSalleGrad20
Read more via
@PhillyInquirer
In anticipation of the predicted heavy snow beginning tonight and continuing through tomorrow, La Salle University will be closed Wednesday, March 7, and all day and evening classes are cancelled at all locations. Online classes will be held as scheduled. ❄️
#LaSalleU
Day 2 of remote learning begins for our students and faculty. Recorded last week,
@LaSalle_BSchool
accounting professor Paul Brazina welcomes back students from his home guitar studio.
"Class of 2020, one thing I know for sure is that we all are going to have a massive impact on whatever paths we choose because La Salle does not produce ordinary people. La Salle transforms people."
—Taylor Kauffman, '20
#LaSalleGrad20
Yesterday was for the Birds! Check out the view of the Eagles victory parade with photos by Jose Fontana, '19, Digit Art & MultiMedia Design major.
#FlyEaglesFly
#LaSalleU
The Philadelphia Business Journal announced La Salle President, Dr. Colleen Hanycz and JoAnn Magnatta, ’77 (Board of Trustees), as recipients of 2019's Women of Distinction Awards which spotlight influential businesswomen in the Phila area.
@PrezHanycz
#GoExplorers
and
@eagles
— students, grads, and family members of Explorers gather to root on Philly’s team! Pictured here are many Explorers working and interning with the Eagles & media, including two of the best sports writers in the country! This team is
#NeverLost
Congratulations, Bill Bradshaw, on your retirement after a notable career as Athletic Director. You’ll forever remain a Big 5 icon and a shining example of a true Explorer. Thank you for all you’ve done, Bill!
#LaSalleU
#TrueExplorer
#LaSalleU
Receives $1 Million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for Development of the Connelly Learning Commons
Do you feel that buzz? It’s the first day of classes at
#LaSalleU
! We’re so glad to have you back, Explorers. Here’s to another fantastic year!
💙💛
#NeverLost
Happy New Year, Explorers! May the new year bring you many blessings. “Inspire and lead others by encouraging them.” - St. John Baptist De La Salle
#LaSalleU