Lauren Folchetti of Pawling Graduates from Saint Anselm College
MANCHESTER, NH (June 5, 2020) – On May 16, what would have been the class of 2020’s commencement day, Saint Anselm College celebrated its graduating seniors with a Celebration in Honor of the Completion of Graduation Requirements. The event streamed live from the Abbey Church where College President Joseph A. Favazza, Ph.D., addressed the class and then certified that they had completed their graduation requirements. Dean of the College Mark Cronin, Ph.D., then read each of the 483 graduates’ names.
Lauren Folchetti of Pawling, NY, was conferred the degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing Cum Laude.
At the lectern in the Abbey Church, Dr. Favazza reminded the graduates of five things he hoped they would recall as alumni of Saint Anselm College. He told them to be thankful; remember they aren’t the center of the universe; being smart is less important than being kind; great lives include failure; and, finally, there are three things that last: faith, hope, and love. In addition he stated, “Remember, your Saint A’s experience has taught you to figure what is worth believing in, hoping for, and loving, and what is not.” “You have made us proud as students; you will make us proud as alums.”
The college community worked diligently to provide the class of 2020 with an experience that would not replace their commencement but would celebrate their accomplishments until their in-person graduation exercises occur at a later date when the coronavirus has subsided to the point where a large gathering would be possible.
About Saint Anselm College
Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm College is a four-year liberal arts college providing a 21st century education in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition. Located in southern New Hampshire near Boston and the seacoast, Saint Anselm is well known for its strong liberal arts and nursing programs, the New Hampshire Institute of Politics and a vibrant culture of community service.
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