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Regis Pride Newsletter

Let It Shine Gala

Regis College held its ninth annual Let It Shine Gala on October 30, at the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, raising more than $650,000 for scholarships that increase access to higher education opportunities for students of all backgrounds. More than 225 guests attended the event to celebrate the university’s transformative impact on students’ lives and honor the incredible achievements of Ophelia Dahl, Co-Founder of Partners In Health, with the Shining Example Award. Thank you to everyone who supported the gala! 

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Watch a short video message from President Hays, read the full press release, read student speeches, and view and download the event photos on the Regis College Alumni Facebook page.

 

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Regis in the News

Regis has been recognized for its excellence by several organizations this year:

 

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"My experience at Regis has profoundly shaped who I am today. The growth I've achieved, the connections I have formed, and the lessons I have learned are all a testament to the supportive Regis community. And that is why I believe it is so important for other students like me to have the same opportunities to explore their passions at Regis. Thank you so much for your support and generosity." - Isha Baghat '25, Let It Shine Gala 2024 Speaker
students at founders day
Founders' Day 2024: A Day of Service
More than 800 students, faculty, and staff volunteered at 83 different sites to honor the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston this past Founder’s Day on October 10, 2024, which marks the anniversary of the arrival of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Boston in October 1873. Click below to watch the story that WCVB Channel 5 shared about this exciting day!
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Remick Foundation
Regis Students Awarded $20k in Remick Foundation Fellowships
Regis announces the recipients of competitive Remick Fellow Scholarships that provide financial aid to support undergraduate and graduate students majoring in journalism, literacy, science, arts or religion. Since its inception three years ago, more than $60,000 has been awarded through the program. 
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Regis Joins Niche Direct Admissions
Regis announced a renewed partnership with Niche and its Direct Admission program, an innovative way to provide real-time admission and scholarship offers to students. Based on the information in their Niche Profile, high school seniors who meet the criteria for enrolling at Regis will immediately be notified that they are qualified to join its incoming class. 
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military
Regis Awarded Grant to Enhance STEM Education 
Regis was awarded a $746,476 grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center to strengthen and expand life sciences programs through the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment and renovations in the Watson-Hubbard Science Center. 
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Regis College Offers Full Tuition to Pell-eligible Catholic High School Graduates in the U.S.
Regis College announces the launch of Regis Access Advantage, a new initiative to expand access to higher education for financially disadvantaged Catholic high school graduates. 
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Dawn-Marie Driscoll ’68 Establishes The Marcella Driscoll Endowed Scholarship
The Marcella Driscoll Scholarship aims to support students at the university with financial need, particularly those studying through Regis’ psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner track or online masters of social work program. Learn more about establishing an endowed scholarship.
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The Regis Fund opens doors to transformative educational opportunities like those featured in the Pride Newsletter. Discover the inspiring stories of our students below and see the lasting impact of your support.
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Nov
20

Virtual Alumni Book Club
Held via Zoom

The virtual book club is open to the entire Regis community with monthly book discussions facilitated by Director of the Regis College Library Jane Peck '79. 

November Book Club Selection
The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter 
by Carson McCullers 

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DEC
7

Brunch With Santa
Regis Campus | Weston, MA

Co-hosted by Institutional Advancement and the Regis Children’s Center, please join us to celebrate the Christmas season with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and festive family fun! 

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DEC
7

Glory! An Angelic Christmas Concert
Regis Campus | Weston, MA

Come celebrate the season with the angelic sounds of the Regis Community Chorus and Glee Singers as they perform Vivaldi’s Gloria with orchestral accompaniment! You’ll hear seasonal favorites and other angelic songs, along with our traditional Silent Night by Candlelight. The concert will feature the Regis Chamber Singers and Handbell Choir, the Glee Singers, and the Community Chorus.

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dec
13

Regis in New York: 1927 Society Reception
New York City

Former trustee Hans Christensen and Farrah Christensen, along with President Hays, invite members of the 1927 Leadership Society to join them for a donor reception in New York City to celebrate the holiday season. Visit the 1927 Society Website to learn more and become a member. 

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FEB
2025

Regis in California
Los Angeles, CA

SAVE THE DATE! Join fellow Regis alumni for a gathering in Los Angeles, California! More information to follow.


mar
2025

Regis in Naples
Naples, Florida

SAVE THE DATE! Join Regis in Naples, Florida for a St. Patrick's Day Parade viewing party! More information to follow.

May
30

Reunion Weekend 2025
Regis Campus

We look forward to welcoming classes ending in 0 and 5 for Reunion Weekend on May 30 – June 1! Visit the Reunion website to learn more, update your contact information, and join your class reunion planning committee!

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SAVE THE DATE
❤️ Giving Day is February 12, 2025! 

Mark your calendar for #RegisGivingDay on Tuesday, February 12, 2025! Show your love for Regis by supporting the students, faculty, and programs that make our community shine. Every gift, big or small, makes a difference—and you can choose where to make your impact.

Help us spread the love! Become an ambassador and rally friends, classmates, and colleagues to join in. Email alumni@regiscollege.edu or visit the Giving Day Ambassador website for more information.

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Regis Pride Newsletter
October 2023
Let It Shine Gala

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Regis held its eighth Let It Shine Gala on October 12, raising more than $720,000 for scholarships that will help provide greater access to higher education for students with a demonstrated need of assistance. More than 250 guests attended the event at the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, which was held in honor of former Regis Board Chair John J. Tegan, Jr., MEd, Hon LLD, for his incredible leadership and generosity to the university over many years. Read more about the event and view photos.

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Regis in the News

Regis has been recognized for its excellence by several organizations this year:


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Regis is a community built on service and aid. We are the future healers this world needs—nurses, dentists, physical therapists, nuclear medicine technicians, biologists, biomedical engineers, and so much more. So to all Regis donors—thank you for all that you give."
Bridgette Bowyer '24, Let It Shine Gala 2023 Speaker and Biomedical Engineering Major
students at founders day
Founders' Day: A Day of Service
More than 800 students, faculty, and staff volunteered at 83 different sites to honor the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston this past Founders' Day on September 28, which marks the anniversary of the arrival of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Boston in October 1873. 
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Honors Program Offers Students Intellectual and Civic Engagement Opportunities
The Honors Program at Regis gives students the opportunity to explore complex issues of civic responsibility and global citizenship and develop skills to contribute to the betterment of society.
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Regis Offers Region’s First Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
The diagnostic medical sonography program prepares students for a variety of jobs using ultrasound technology, offering three concentrations in one bachelor’s degree.
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Regis Receives Grant to Provide Free Financial Education Programming for Veterans 
The 2023 Operation Money Wise grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will allow Regis to offer free programming to the military community this fall.
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Federal Grant to Help Infuse Nursing Educator Pipeline, Address Nursing Shortage 
Regis has received a federal grant in excess of $800,000 from the Nurse Faculty Loan Program to help offset students’ tuition costs for Doctor of Nursing Practice graduates.
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Regis Student Helps Neurodiverse High School Students Gain Employability Skills
Exercise science major Madeline Conover '24 started a collaborative program at Long Hill Orchard and Farm with Employability Program students from Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School.
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The Regis Fund helps provide the enriching educational opportunities you read about in the Pride Newsletter. Read our students' stories below to learn more about your impact.
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nov
5

Memorial Liturgy
Regis Campus

Join us for a special liturgy to honor classmates and friends who passed away between November 1, 2022 and October 15, 2023.

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Nov
15

Virtual Alumni Book Club
Held via Zoom

The virtual book club is open to the entire Regis community with monthly book discussions facilitated by Director of the Regis College Library Jane Peck '79. Special thanks to Jane for her continued dedication to this event series over the last three years!

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dec
1

Regis in New York: 1927 Society Reception
New York City

Former trustee Hans Christensen and Farrah Christensen, along with President Hays, invite members of the 1927 Leadership Society to join them for a donor reception in New York City to celebrate the holiday season. Visit the 1927 Society website to learn more and become a member. 

Register


dec
2

Christmas Concert
Regis Campus

Come hear the beloved story of Christmas told afresh through music! The Regis Community Chorus and the Regis Glee Singers will share carols of the shepherds, the star, and the wise men. The concert will feature the silvery sounds of the flute, played by artist-in-residence Alice Miller. 

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dec
9

Brunch with Santa
Regis Campus

SAVE THE DATE! Co-hosted by Institutional Advancement and the Regis Children’s Center, please join us to celebrate the Christmas season with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and festive family fun! 


jan
25

Puerto Rico Presidential Reception
San Juan, Puerto Rico

SAVE THE DATE! Join President Hays at the Puerto Rico Presidential Reception on January 25 in San Juan. Special thanks to former trustee Anita Brennan ’77 for hosting this special event. Formal invitation to follow.



FEb
14

Giving Day

Save the date to join the Regis community on February 14 for #RegisGivingDay. Interested in becoming a challenge donor? Email advancement@regiscollege.edu.

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mar
16

Regis in Naples
Naples, Florida

SAVE THE DATE! Join President Hays in Naples for a St. Patrick's Day Parade viewing party at the Inn on Fifth! Formal invitation to follow. 

 

jun
1

Reunion
Regis Campus

SAVE THE DATE! We look forward to welcoming classes ending in 4 and 9 for Reunion on Saturday, June 1! Visit the Reunion website to learn more, update your contact information, and join your class reunion planning committee! 

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Regis Women's Network: Upcoming Events

The RWN was launched in spring 2023 and provides unique opportunities to bring together the Regis community to connect, learn, and empower one another to thrive—both personally and professionally. More details and formal invitations are coming soon for our next events.

Regis Women's Network Virtual Event
December 2023 | Virtual via Zoom

Regis Women Network: Celebrating Women's History Month
March 2024 | Regis Campus

Visit the RWN website and watch the short video below to learn more.

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