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C A M PA I G N TA K E ST H E S TA G E F O RA Celebrationof LeadershipAs Father Dobbin receives an outpouring of gratitude at a gala inNew York City, The Campaign for Villanova announces more than $18 millionin commitments, which bring the multiyear effort’s total to nearly $210 million.On the evening of May 11, nearly 300 Villanova University alumni,parents and friends took to the stage at New York City’s famous RadioCity Music Hall for “The Campaign for Villanova: A Celebrationof Leadership.” The black-tie event commemorated unprecedentedprogress in Transforming Minds and Hearts: The Campaign for Villanova, thanksto the impressive leadership of so many generous supporters. Seven accomplishedyoung alumni were present to help guide the evening’s program and to illustratehow the support of those in attendance has created an environment of success andachievement at Villanova.The evening also highlighted a poignant tribute to Villanova’s 31st president,the Rev. Edmund J. Dobbin, O.S.A., ’58 A&S, whose leadership and vision duringhis 18-year presidency have transformed Villanova into one of America’s leadingCatholic universities. Father Dobbin in June 2005 announced his intention to retireat the end of the 2005-06 academic year. As of June 1, Villanova’s Board of Trusteeshas honored him with the designation of president emeritus.Spring/Summer 2006 9