Looking to the Future with Villanova's Strategic Plan

Villanova Celebrates Season and Leadership
Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., ’75
A&S and Villanova held a special
Christmas celebration on December 10,
2009, at Sotheby’s in New York City to
honor Villanova’s past and present Board
of Trustees members. More than 50 guests
were in attendance, including members of
the President’s Cabinet and past University
President Rev. Edmund J. Dobbin, O.S.A.,
’58 A&S. William S. Sheridan ’76 A&S,
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer for Sotheby’s, graciously hosted
the event for the University.
Michael J. O’Neill, vice president for
University Advancement, opened the
evening with thanks to the guests for their
tremendous support and advocacy of the
University. “Looking toward the next capital
campaign for Villanova, the continued
involvement of our trustees, through
leadership, guidance and example, is critical
to help engage a broader spectrum of
alumni, parents and friends in the life of
the University,” said O’Neill.
Father Donohue acknowledged that
Villanova’s success and very bright future
is built upon the outstanding accomplishments
and leadership of past president
Father Dobbin and the tireless dedication
of all board members. “This strong foundation
has played a critical role in defining
the University’s very ambitious Strategic
Plan, allowing us to pursue excellence in
teaching and research and enhancing our
national reputation as we move through
the next decade together,” he said.
President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., ’75 A&S expresses his
gratitude to Clare and William S. Sheridan ’76 A&S for hosting such
a lovely evening.
Paula and Terence M. O’Toole ’80 VSB, vice chairman of Villanova’s
Board of Trustees, enjoying the event at Sotheby’s in New York City.
Herbert F. Aspbury ’67 A&S, chairman, Villanova Board of Trustees,
welcomes past and present board members and introduces the event hosts
Clare and William S. Sheridan ’76 A&S.
Current University board member Tara S. Cortes, Ph.D., '67 B.S.N.,
and her husband, Luis, catch up with vice president for University
Communication Ann E. Diebold.
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