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Join Salve Regina’s weeklong celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
salvetoday Posted On January 18, 2023


“Love is the greatest force in the universe. It is the heartbeat of the moral cosmos.”

–Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Salve Regina will once again celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through MLK Week 2023, an annual lineup of events that will run from Sunday, Jan. 22, to Friday, Jan. 27.

“The life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. serves as a prophetic witness to our Salve community,” said Dr. Theresa Ladrigan-Whelpley, vice president for mission integration. “He calls us to bear witness to the truth of our human dignity and that of our neighbor, to challenge bias in ourselves and in our institutions and to act with mercy and seek restorative justice.”

All of these opportunities will be open to University community members. Registration and further descriptions of each event can be found on MLK Week’s official web page here.

Film Screening and Dialogue
Sunday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m.
O’Hare Academic Building, Room 260

Join the Salve Regina community for a screening of “Harriet” to kick off MLK Week. The film tells the story of heroic abolitionist Harrier Tubman from her escape from slavery through the dangerous missions she led to liberate hundreds of slaves through the Underground Railroad. The film screening will be followed by a dialogue facilitated by student leaders.

Spoken Word: Bending the Arc of the Universe Toward Justice
Monday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m.
Gerety Hall, Room 102

Join the Office of Multicultural Programs and Retention for a lively spoken word and song event with contributions from students, faculty and staff, advancing the work of justice and mercy and calling for social action and transformation in the spirit and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. If anyone would like to perform at this event, please sign up here.

Dr. Mary Frances Berry

Keynote Speaker: A Conversation with Dr. Mary Frances Berry
Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 4 p.m.
O’Hare Academic Building, Bazarsky Lecture Hall 

For more than four decades, Dr. Mary Frances Berry has been one of the most visible and respected activists in the cause of civil rights, gender equality and social justice. Serving as chairperson of the U.S. Civil Rights Commission, Dr. Berry led the charge for equal rights and liberties for all Americans over the course of four presidential administrations.

Community Conversation: Developing Intercultural Competence
Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 3 p.m.
O’Hare Academic Building, Bazarsky Lecture Hall

Dr. Sami Nassim, assistant vice president for diversity initiatives and retention, and other colleagues will host a dialogue with the University community on the work and commitment of developing intercultural competence. Resources will be available for faculty, staff and students to grow in their understanding and engagement across differences. 

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Candlelight Peace Vigil
Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 4:45 p.m.
Our Lady of Mercy Chapel 

This vigil honors the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. and will feature songs and readings for peace and justice. All present will be invited to light a candle as a pledge for peace. The vigil will directly follow the campus-wide community conversation in O’Hare Academic Building. All are welcome, and this event is open to the public.

Inclusive Reading Club: MLK Week’s Community Read
Thursday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m.
Antone Academic Center, DiStefano Lecture Hall 

Join the Inclusive Reading Club in reading “All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley’s Sack, A Black Family Keepsake” by Tiya Miles for the MLK Week Community Read. Copies of the book are available, while supplies last, at the Misto Gatehouse, the McKillop Library’s circulation department or through the Office of Multicultural Programs and Retention. Dr. Ikea Johnson, assistant professor of English, Communications and Media will be facilitating the dialogue.

University Day of Service

On-campus day of service with The Outreach Program. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to help assemble dried non-­­perishable meals to be distributed to the food insecure through local nonprofits. The goal is to package 3,500 meals. Volunteers can register in shifts from 8-10 a.m., 10-11 a.m., 11 a.m – Noon, noon – 1 p.m. and 1-2 p.m.


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Event Coverage  / Student Life
Student engagement to kick off semester with winter festival event
salvetoday Posted On January 17, 2023


The Office of Student Engagement is excited to kick off the spring 2023 semester for students with an event called Winterfest, which will be happening on Friday, Jan. 20, from 6-9 p.m.

The Winterfest will have a variety of winter-themed events, including an outdoor skating rink right outside of Gerety Hall. The outdoor skating rink will be made of synthetic ice, and ice skates will be provided free of charge for those who want to skate.

Other things going on outdoors during the Winterfest will include a bonfire with make-your-own-s’mores kits and a giant inflatable penguin game outdoors, as well as food trucks and other food like chili, cookies and a hot chocolate bar. There will also be some inside activities in Gerety Hall, including a caricature artist, a photobooth with a giant snow globe and, glass etchings with the Salve Regina logo.

The Office of Student Engagement will also be providing Salve Regina winter gear, including long sleeve shirts and gloves.

“We’re really excited to kick off this semester with a new tradition,” said Dyanna Moreira, director of student engagement. “We want to keep the bonfire tradition for years to come and really celebrate coming back together in the winter months. The winter months can be a little dreary here, so we’re bringing a little sprinkle to the outside of Gerety Hall.”

While the event is primarily for students, staff and faculty are invited to stop by and intermingle if they wish.

For questions, please contact the Office of Student Engagement at studentengagement@salve.edu email.


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Student Life
The student leadership application deadline is approaching
salvetoday Posted On January 17, 2023


The deadline to apply for student leadership positions for the 2023-24 academic year is approaching. The application will be available through Friday, Jan. 27. 

Students who are applying to be a new orientation leader, international student mentor, resident advisor, new FYT peer mentor, peer wellness educator, service advocate, day of service leader, Service Plunge fall facilitator, Sammy’s Afterschool Program  or Mercy in Motion leader should use the student leadership application. 

The student leadership application streamlines the process, making it easier for students to apply for multiple leadership positions. There are supplemental questions required for each position, which populate after students select the positions for which they are applying.  

Students who currently hold one or more position should ask their individual office about their re-application process, as each office process varies slightly. 

Students who are interested in submitting the student leadership application are also invited to take advantage of resume assistance offered by the Office of Career Development by setting up an appointment through Handshake to meet with a career advisor. 

Due to the ever changing restrictions and developments around COVID-19 guidelines, Salve Regina is unsure at this time if students will be able to hold multiple positions during the 2023–24 academic year. As a result, all students applying for residential advisor (RA), FYT peer mentor and orientation leader may be affected by these changes. However, students are still encouraged to apply to any and all positions of interest. 

Please be aware that all student leadership positions, job descriptions and responsibilities are subject to change, and this includes any potential training dates. 

The student leadership positions include: 

FYT Peer Mentors: These positions are involved in co-facilitating the First Year Transitions (FYT) course with an instructor. Peer mentors serve as a resource to new students and provide students with a perspective of life at Salve Regina. 

International Student Mentors: Tasks for these positions include helping with the four-day international orientation in late August and two-day orientation in mid-January. Also, they must organize weekly social activities for international students, answer questions and help them have a positive experience at Salve Regina. Mentors are encouraged to interact and have fun with all fellow mentors and international students. 

Mercy in Motion Leaders:  These leaders are charged with being an inviting, helpful and welcoming presence on the Salve Regina campus. In addition, the team hosts social events, dinner discussions, spiritual enrichment and community service for all Salve Regina students. 

Orientation Leaders: Orientation leaders are responsible for welcoming and assisting new students and their families. These student leaders assist with the implementation of orientation, exude Salve Regina spirit and are passionate about helping others transition into the Salve Regina community. 

Peer Wellness Educators: Students who are devoted to promoting positive mental health and wellness by educating fellow students through programming, awareness, and outreach will excel in these positions. Peer wellness educators are dedicated to increasing awareness in areas around health and wellness; encouraging safer behaviors and choices; practicing positive healthy lifestyles, and promoting healthy minds and bodies for Salve Regina students, faculty and staff. 

Resident Advisors (RAs): RAs represent the Office of Residence Life as key staff members, working under the direct supervision of area coordinators. Resident Advisors complete an extensive training program that develops valuable interpersonal and organizational skills. 

Service Advocates: These positions will include participating in regular training, direct service and reflection activities. Students in these roles practice valuable leadership in the Aquidneck Island community, endeavor to promote a positive culture of service and increase volunteerism at local nonprofits. 

Newport Immersion Leader: Student leaders in these roles will help in the Newport Immersion by providing incoming students with a challenging and fun opportunity to serve their new community, while also learning about themselves and the needs of the community. Leaders will also meet the community needs, identify and build upon community assets, and bring back experiences to the campus community to share. 

Service Plunge Facilitator: These students help lead the fall Service Plunge and serve as a friend to the participants. Facilitators are expected to take charge of service events, lead by example and act as a role model to the group. 

Sammy’s After School Coordinator:  Leaders in this position will plan, develop and host activities for Thompson Middle School fifth-grade youth on Salve Regina’s campus. They will coordinate weekly lessons, activities and on-campus field trips for the fifth graders through collaboration with different on-campus departments, clubs and organizations. 


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Student Life
Enhanced menus, food offerings coming to Miley Café this spring
salvetoday Posted On January 13, 2023


Students and other patrons who frequent the Miley Café will enjoy a variety of enhancements to menu offerings, food service and engagement when they return to campus for the spring 2023 semester.

“This is largely a student-driven and student-advised initiative,” said Mark Rodrigues, general manager of dining services. “Our message to the student population is: ‘You asked, we listened.’ Student feedback really shaped the latest upgrades to Miley Café and will continue to be critical as we seek to provide our entire campus community with an exceptional dining experience.”

Enhanced menus and food offerings

A highlight of the enhanced menu offerings is the smoothie station currently under construction near My Zone and expected to be operational by Feb. 1. The station will offer create-your-own and premade smoothie options during breakfast and lunch hours. During dinner service, the station will often be utilized to test new recipes or offer pop-up specialty items.

“The overarching premise of our menu upgrades is the ability to customize – to offer selections that can be individually curated for all preferences and palates,” Rodrigues said.

Here are example sketches of the renovations happening at Miley Café, specifically the smoothie bar. 

Enhancements to Miley Café for the spring 2023 semester include:

  • Entree station – upgrading the menu cycle to include more allergen-friendly options.
  • Rustic roots station – upgrading the menu cycle to offer a complete meal service.
  • Pasta station – adding new offerings such as toasted subs, open-faced sandwiches, Italian-style entrees and macaroni and cheese.
  • Mongolian grill – reintroducing a full cook-to-order platform featuring proteins, starches, fresh-cut vegetables and sauces.
  • Grill station – expanding the daily options to include a rotation of burgers (including turkey and veggie), fresh-cut fries, chicken patties, quesadillas and grilled cheese.
  • Pizza station – adding new offerings such as hand-stretched and signature pizzas and calzones, along with a “create your own flatbread” station.
  • Salad station – integrating an attendant station to assist students in creating custom salads.
  • My Zone – adding an induction burner so that students with access can prepare their own food.
  • Dessert station – expanding the daily options to include more “handhelds” during lunch and more hot desserts during dinner.

Feedback and engagement

Throughout the spring semester and beyond, students will have opportunities to submit continued feedback and even vote on menu offerings right in the dining hall. New kiosks will allow Miley Café patrons to complete mini-surveys and offer real-time, next-day opinions about menu choices.

Students will also have opportunities to participate in the “Recipes From Home” initiative.

“In an effort to make the dining hall seem more like home, we’ll be inviting students into the kitchen to share a family recipe with our chefs,” Rodrigues said. “This will also give our student population a chance to sample cuisines that they may not be familiar with or may not have tried before.”


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Mercy Mission  / News
Salve Regina welcomes four Afghan refugees as transfer students
salvetoday Posted On January 12, 2023


Four Afghan students who have been displaced from their native country since being evacuated from Kabul in August 2021, arrived on Salve Regina’s campus this week to enroll as transfer students. The four students – and a fifth whose resettlement process continues to be delayed – are among 250 students attending universities across the U.S. as they resettle to the U.S. on a new program for students from Afghanistan.

Salve Regina is participating in this program as a first step toward becoming a leading partner in the developing national initiative to create higher education pathways for refugee students from around the world.

Barin Bahrami, a business administration major; Aqila Haidari, a business administration major; Ahmad Sulaiman Waziri, a finance major; and Bilal Omar Omari, a political science major met privately with Dr. Kelli J. Armstrong, Salve Regina’s president, the morning of Jan. 12, before participating in the University’s orientation programs together with their student mentors. They will begin attending classes on campus next week.

“Our new students from Afghanistan inspire us with their courage and perseverance,” Dr. Armstrong said. “We hope to offer them as much support as possible in their educational journeys, and our community is truly blessed by their presence.”

Dr. Armstrong presented the students with blue Salve Regina scarves, after which Omari thanked the entire University community for making their attendance here possible. He talked about the differences he’s already experienced when compared to attending universities in Afghanistan and Iraq.

“Here it is totally different,” Omari said. “We arrived yesterday and already met about 50 people at least because the environment is so friendly. You can find new friends, you can build a solid and strong network. And for my major, networking and communication is vital, so thank you so much.”

Each of the students had been attending classes at the American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) before being evacuated to Iraq, where they continued their studies at the American University of Iraq (AUIS) in the Kurdistan region. They arrived in the U.S. on Jan. 3 and were assisted by the resettlement agency Dorcas International while residing in temporary housing in Providence, Rhode Island.

In addition to receiving tuition support from Salve Regina, the students are receiving funding and support from the Qatar Scholarship for Afghans Project (QSAP) and the Afghan Girl’s Assistance Fund to offset the costs of room, board and other living expenses. QSAP is founded by the Afghan Future Fund (AFF), Education Above All Foundation (EAA), Yalda Hakim Foundation (YHF), Schmidt Futures and Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. It’s administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE) and is a unique partnership welcoming 250 displaced Afghan students to more than 40 U.S. college and university campuses.

Erin FitzGerald, director of the Center for Global Education and Fellowships and coordinator for the initiative at Salve, said she believes the majority of the students’ needs, including being placed with jobs on campus, have been met through the support of multiple University offices and external resources.

“These are such talented students whose educations and futures have been dramatically impacted by the crisis in their country,” said FitzGerald. “I am confident that our community will benefit as much from their presence and their perspectives as they benefit from the support offered them from Salve and other partners.”

As an active member of the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration, Salve Regina is among universities collaborating on the effort to enroll refugee students. The Alliance is working in partnership with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) to achieve the ambitious goal of providing 15 percent of eligible refugees with access to higher education by 2030.

The UNHCR reports 79.5 million people are currently displaced worldwide, including 26 million refugees. Of these, only three percent of college-eligible refugees are currently able to access higher education.

Rosie Hughes, an expert on refugee education at UNHCR, was on Salve Regina’s campus during the fall semester for the annual meeting of the International Educators Association of Rhode Island (IERI), where she spoke about “Responding to the Refugee Crisis: The Role of University Sponsorship” and about Salve Regina’s efforts to enroll Afghan refugees through the complementary pathways pilot program. About 30 international enrollment representatives from Rhode Island institutions attended the meeting at the Young Building.

Hughes’s keynote focused on the global refugee crisis, the importance of complementary education pathways in responding to this crisis and the role U.S. higher education institutions can play in responding to this crisis.


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Athletics
Two Salve Regina soccer players make Scholar All-Region, Scholar All-American teams
salvetoday Posted On January 12, 2023


Salve Regina men’s soccer players Evan Arpin ’24 and Jordan Borges ’24 have each been named to Scholar All-Region and Scholar All-American teams by the United Soccer Coaches.

These awards are just a few of many accomplishments in the past season for Arpin and Borges. They were each named to the All-CCC first team this past season, and they were also listed on United Soccer Coaches All-Region teams for the 2022 season.

“Words cannot describe how elated our program is for Evan and Jordan to be named to Scholar All-Region and then become Scholar All-Americans,” said Craig O’Rourke II, head coach of mens’ soccer. “I’ve always considered the moniker of ‘All-American’ to be the highest possible achievement that a student-athlete can garner during their time in college.”

With this award, Arpin and Borges become the sixth and seventh All-Americans in the history of the Salve Regina men’s soccer program, according to O’Rourke.

Jordan has been a dominant attacking threat for Salve Regina ever since he arrived on-campus in 2020, according to O’Rourke. This year Jordan had to perform the dual role of play-maker and finisher and find a way to balance his ability to get forward with his commitment to the defensive shape and line of engagement.

Aprin settled into his more traditional position of centerback after having played the majority of the 2021 season on the width at a more attacking role, but he committed himself to getting forward in helping to create several scoring opportunities for Salve Regina late in the season.

“I’ve spoken many times about the commitment and dedication that it takes for a student-athlete to be named Academic All-Conference or even Academic or Scholar All-Region, as we have had many earn these awards in the past,” said O’Rourke. “But Evan and Jordan’s level of commitment really is something special …. Their abilities and awareness on the field is really only matched by their commitment and dedication to their studies.”

For a full list of Scholar All-Region selections, go here.

For a full list of  Scholar All-Americans, go here.

Founded in 1941, United Soccer Coaches has grown into the world’s largest soccer coaches’ organization that serves members at every level of the game. United Soccer Coaches works every day to inspire coaches and ignite their passion for the game so they pass it on to players and others in the soccer community.


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Event Coverage  / News
Salve Regina community invited to perform in MLK Week’s spoken word event
salvetoday Posted On January 11, 2023


Salve Regina’s annual MLK Week is happening this year on Sunday, Jan. 22, through Friday, Jan. 27, and the University community is being asked to consider signing up to participate in the annual spoken word event that will be held on Monday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. in Gerety Hall, Room 102.

The event, entitled “Spoken Word: Bending the Arc of the Universe toward Justice,” will feature poems, songs and stories, and the contributions will be performed by students, faculty and staff. Pieces featured can be original works or from well-known artists and advocates. Anyone in the Salve Regina community is encouraged to participate and perform.

The intent behind the event to use art to help inspire and transform the University by advancing the work of justice and calling for mercy, social action and transformation in the spirit and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Participants and attendees will explore the ways in which Salve Regina community can challenge individual and institutional privilege and oppression, affirming the rights and responsibilities that flow from shared human dignity and advance the University’s mercy mission.

For those interested in performing a poem, song, or story, please contact Sami Nassim, director of the Office of Multicultural Programs and Retention, at sami.nassim@salve.edu. Deadline to sign up to participate is Friday, Jan. 20.

More information on the rest of MLK Week will be coming soon.


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Athletics
Two Salve Regina hockey players to skate for USA team at FISU World University Games
salvetoday Posted On January 10, 2023


Salve Regina men’s ice hockey forwards Johnny Mulera ’24 and Mitch Walinski ’23 have been selected to play at the 2023 International University Sports Federation (FISU) World University Games for the USA men’s team. The games will start Wednesday, Jan. 11.

The FISU World University Games is the largest winter multi-sport collegiate athletic event in the world. The 11-day international festival and competition combines high-level sport with educational and cultural events, all taking place in Lake Placid, New York, and nearby towns.

“We are very proud as a program and university to have these two tremendous student-athletes chosen to represent the United States at the 2023 games,” said Zech Klann, head coach for Salve Regina men’s hockey. “Anytime you get to pull your nation’s jersey over your head and represent your country is a monumental honor. They have worked extremely hard for this opportunity, and it’s something they’ll cherish for a lifetime. We cannot wait to see them compete on this stage alongside some of the best players in the world. This is a special day for our program and Salve Regina.”

For the first time in the FISU World University Games, the USA men’s ice hockey roster will be comprised by players from the D-III ranks across the country. The official roster for the tournament is comprised of 23 players from East and West and across many of the conferences.

The USA men’s team plays in a six-team Pool B bracket that commences on Wednesday, Jan. 11, at Cheel Rink on the campus of Clarkson University. The two top teams from the round robin portion of the tournament move on to the medal round on Saturday, Jan. 21, and Sunday, Jan. 22.

The USA men’s team schedule for the round robin includes the following games:

  • Jan. 11 at 8 p.m. – Great Britain vs. USA
  • Jan. 14 at 8 p.m. – USA vs. Korea
  • Jan. 15 at 4:30 p.m. – Slovakia vs. USA
  • Jan. 18 at 9:30 a.m. – USA vs. Kazakhstan
  • Jan. 19 at 9:30 a.m. – USA vs. Hungary

The gold medal game will be broadcast live on ESPN.


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Athletics  / Faculty/Staff
Sean Sullivan named director of athletics at Salve Regina
salvetoday Posted On January 5, 2023


Dr. Sean Sullivan, who has served as associate vice president of student affairs and director of athletics at The Catholic University of America since 2013, has been hired as the new director of athletics at Salve Regina, effective Jan. 30.

Sullivan replaces Jody Mooradian, who retired after serving in the position since 2016.

“I have long thought highly of Salve Regina and have imagined it to be a uniquely special place,” Sullivan said. “By emphasizing the concepts of compassion and empathy, the University’s mission creates an environment in which the health of the community, or how community members care for one another, is prioritized each day.”

With more than three decades of higher education leadership experience in athletics and student affairs, Sullivan said athletics plays a vital role in establishing a sense of institutional togetherness and can provide examples of aspirational behavior for many to emulate. “Both elements make an opportunity such as this one professionally exciting and personally impactful,” he said.

In his new position, Sullivan will oversee all aspects of Salve Regina’s NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program, which encompasses about 550 student-athletes competing in 20 varsity sports. He will guide the University as it officially joins the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) in July. Salve Regina becomes the NEWMAC’s 12th core member and will begin participating in conference play during the 2023-2024 academic year.

“Sean is a seasoned athletics director, and he brings a wealth of knowledge to Salve,” said Dr. Letizia Gambrell-Boone, vice president for student affairs. “As we prepare to enter the NEWMAC and elevate our student athlete experience, we couldn’t be more thrilled to have him join our community.”

Sullivan said working with Salve Regina through its shift into a new conference can be looked at as the professional challenge of one’s career in athletics. “The NEWMAC is one of the preeminent Division III conferences in the country,” he said. “The league championship-winning level of play in virtually every conference sport is of the highest national caliber.”

Sullivan said Salve Regina athletics can become a new kind of standard bearer as few other schools can offer such a challenge. “To play at such a level is what the very best DIII student athletes aspire to experience as they enter the college ranks,” he said. “To strive to excel in this specific competitive environment, all while maintaining what makes Salve unique, its commitment to the Mercy values, makes this opportunity both demanding and rewarding.”

During his tenure at Catholic University, Sullivan supervised and administered a nationally competitive NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics department representing 25 varsity teams and 735 student-athletes, and helped manage a robust campus recreation program involving 1,500 annual participants. In managing an annual department budget totaling $5 million, Sullivan supervised 48 full-time staff and over 100 part-time and hourly employees. He contributed to alumni relations and advancement initiatives; NCAA rule compliance; community relations; diversity, inclusion and gender equity assessment and initiatives; event management; programmatic marketing and institutional branding; academic monitoring; facility management; departmental policy development and strategic planning.

Previously, Sullivan served as director of athletics and recreation at Clark University (2011-2013), as assistant dean for athletics at York College of Pennsylvania (2004-2011) and as interim director of athletics at the University of California, Santa Cruz (2000-2001).

“Division III student athletes are, without question, some of the most inspiring and dynamic young people I have had the good fortune to work with throughout my career,” he said. “Their willingness to visibly put themselves in a position in which they may be judged (after a win or loss), and to do so because their passion for their sport demands it, is beyond admirable. They are true role models. By having to exhibit selflessness, commitment and courage each day, all while navigating the multi-faceted demands of their unique student-athlete lives, only reinforces how so many of our DIII athletes are indeed the ‘finished product’ schools like Salve hope to produce each year.”

Sullivan earned a bachelor’s degree in 1991 from the University of California-Santa Cruz, where he played soccer for four years and was named a regional All-American. He earned a master’s degree from the University of San Francisco in sports and fitness management in 1996 and a graduate certificate in leadership for change from Boston College in 2004. He completed his doctorate in higher education administration in 2017 from Northeastern University.


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Athletics
Telford grabs major award, five others make All-CCC teams for football
salvetoday Posted On January 5, 2023


The Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) recently announced its 2022 Football All-Conference Teams and major award winners.

Elian Telford ’22

Elian Telford ’22, a current graduate student, won Senior Perseverance and Achievement Award, which recognizes student-athletes in their final year of eligibility who have overcome significant challenges in order to play collegiate football.

Telford also went on to be named second team All-Region by D3football.com.

Telford emigrated to the United States as a young man after being born in Guyana. He excelled not only on the football field, but also in the classroom. He is the first member of his family to go to college and will not only graduate, but also go on to pursue and MBA. Telford had a 3.49 GPA last semester.

“This is a tremendous honor for Elian,” said head coach Kevin Gilamrtin. “We know who Elian is on the field and I’m thrilled to see his accomplishments off the field recognized as well. What a great way to cap an incredible career in Newport!”

Telford took home a spot on the All-CCC first team, joined by Max DeVito ’22, a current graduate student; Nicholas Lane ’22, a current graduate student; and Zachary Ludemann ’24. Joey Mauriello ’22 and Brian Johnson ’23 were named second team All-CCC.

Voting for the All-CCC Teams and major awards was conducted by the seven CCC head football coaches on a conference call following the conclusion of the regular season.

For the full release from the CCC, go here.

The Commonwealth Coast Conference, founded in 1984, is an NCAA Division III athletic conference comprised of 10 full member and two associate member institutions throughout the New England region. Its membership aims to provide student-athletes with a positive experience in their pursuit of excellence through high academic standards, quality competition, and a meaningful student life. The conference administers championships in 19 intercollegiate sports.


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