Spring 2004 - D'Youville College

Message
from the President
Dear Friends,
When faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Marguerite
d’Youville trusted in divine Providence and reminded her sisters
that, “The poor must know that we never refuse to serve.” It is that
trust and confidence in Divine Providence and willingness to be
of service that has been at the core of D’Youville College’s mission
since its inception in 1908.
Students and all of us in the college community are asked not
only to participate in our educational pursuits, but also to share
the advantages of our education with others who are most in
need. It is that dedicated service that has led to the community involvement of so many D’Youville people and has been
instrumental in improving neighborhoods, health care, education and social service programs, and has inspired assistance
for the elderly, the sick, the infirm, the disabled and those with special needs.
I am very proud when I see and hear of the many ways that D’Youville College’s students are involved in the community and
the willingness with which they give their time and effort. Their involvement not only helps to make life better for others,
but in addition makes D’Youville’s mission extend far beyond the walls of our campus. Their creative responses to the needs
of our times are reflective of Marguerite d’Youville’s own commitment to the circumstances of her time.
It is that desire to be of service that goes with the D’Youville graduates long after they complete their studies at the college.
Their efforts will transform the world and will touch the lives of many thousands of others. It is because of all or you that
D’Youville can say with pride that it cherishes the values and example of Marguerite d’Youville and continues her mission in
our own time.
My very best wishes,
Sister Denise A. Roche, GNSH, Ph.D.
President
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