Emmanuel College

10/20/2026

For the second year in a row, Emmanuel students are headed to Italy for the International Meeting for Peace. 🕊️

Organized by the Community of Sant'Egidio, the 40th annual gathering will bring together religious leaders, diplomats, and aid organizations from around the world to discuss refugees, children’s rights, and threats to peace from Oct. 25-27th. Pope Leo XIV is among the leaders scheduled to attend.

Led by Professor of Theology and Religious Studies Dr. Laurie Johnston, this year’s student delegation is (left to right) Mariam Jollie Diallo ’28, Olivia Demacedo ’28 and Olga Saghia Issa ’28.

“What I want to bring back to Emmanuel is understanding,” said Olga. “Understanding of different cultures and religions, and the knowledge that we can actually do this together.”

Read more about the trip:
https://www.emmanuel.edu/pulse/news/emmanuel-delegates-set-participate-international-meeting-peace-italy

10/19/2026

For an aspiring graphic designer, Nora Lafferty ‘27’s summer internship with ’47 was everything she could’ve asked for.

It was a glimpse into the professional side of design, giving her a front row seat to watch the company’s creative process, their analysis of market trends and the depth of each edit stage.

From May to August, Nora developed her own hat designs, resulting in a finished product that she can add to her portfolio.

Learn more about Nora’s internship at ’47: https://www.emmanuel.edu/pulse/story/nora-lafferty-27-inside-design-internship-47

10/19/2026

Margaret McKenna '83, vice chair of Emmanuel's Board of Trustees, was among a group of Emmanuel alumni attending Pope Leo XIV's weekly Angelus prayer in St. Peter's Square on Sunday, just one day after his release from the hospital following surgery.

McKenna, who is in Rome on an alumni pilgrimage, was interviewed by The New York Times about seeing the pope during his first public appearance after the operation.

"It was magical seeing him," she said. "The reports were pretty positive that they caught it early and everything." Hopefully, she added, "that's the end of it."

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“This experience has made me feel a special closeness to all those who are battling illness and infirmity,” he said, in his first public appearance since his lung surgery.

10/15/2026

Marian T. Ryan, a 1976 graduate of Emmanuel and the current District Attorney of Middlesex County, Massachusetts, has become Chair of the College’s Board of Trustees, following a unanimous vote of the Board at its Fall 2026 meeting. She succeeds Margaret L. McKenna ’83, who after a decade-long tenure as Chair will remain on the Board as Vice Chair.

“Marian Ryan is an unwavering advocate for Emmanuel and its mission,” said President Beth Ross. “I look forward to working with her and all the Trustees as we continue to make the most of the unique possibilities before the College in the years to come.”

Read the full announcement: https://www.emmanuel.edu/pulse/news/marian-t-ryan-76-elected-chair-emmanuel-college-board-trustees

10/13/2026

Emmanuel College and Salve Regina University have launched a joint research project that will explore integral ecology, the Catholic framework connecting care for the environment with social justice and human dignity. 🌍

A $25,000 Collaboration and Conference Grant from the Lilly Network of Church-Related Colleges and Universities will support two years of research by faculty and student teams from both schools, spanning business, philosophy, science and theology. Projects range from turning carbon dioxide into solar fuel to developing teaching cases on social impact leadership.

“People need to collaborate and work together to find solutions for how we solve these issues, respect the environment, and care for our common home.” — Fr. Federico Cinocca, Vice President of Mission & Ministry

The public is invited to join the conversation: Emmanuel will host a lecture on climate and environmental justice to close year one, with a faculty roundtable to close year two.

Read More:
https://www.emmanuel.edu/pulse/news/grant-powers-integral-ecology-collaboration-between-emmanuel-and-salve-regina

10/09/2026

As a development officer for Boston-based nonprofit Oxfam America, Emmanuel alumna Mishaal Khan ’19 secures grants and funding to support programs that fight poverty and inequality all over the world.

Making decisions that require global perspective, Khan often draws from lessons learned during her undergraduate experience: like “eye-opening” conversations about Middle Eastern studies with Professor of Political Science Dr. Lenore Martin, or growing her confidence and ability to ask sharp questions in discussion-based courses with Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Petros Vamvakas.

When it comes to supporting Oxfam’s efforts, the foundation Khan built as a political science major at Emmanuel prepared her to tackle humanitarian issues on a global scale.

“I knew back then I was eager to contribute to the change-making process. I got the offer from Oxfam, and the rest is history,” she said.

Learn more about Khan’s progression here: https://www.emmanuel.edu/pulse/story/mishaal-khan-19-humanitarian-career-fueled-faculty-mentorship

10/08/2026

Great weather was paired with great company on campus as the Emmanuel community celebrated its annual Family & Friends Weekend.

Thanks to everyone who came to visit us for the tailgate, fall festivities and more!

10/07/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐀𝐀 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝! ⛳️

For the 1st time in program history, Emmanuel men’s golf has won the GNAC Championship and is headed to the NCAA Tournament in May 2027!!

10/06/2026

Nearly 50 student researchers shared their work during the Summer Research Showcase at Family & Friends Weekend, with projects spanning the sciences, humanities and social sciences, mathematics and education.

The showcase offered a look at the work that happens at Emmanuel even when classes aren’t in session. After months of research and collaboration with faculty, students were able to share what they studied, how they approached it, and what they learned along the way.

10/05/2026

Family & Friends Weekend kicked off Friday night with food, music, and dance at our annual Latin Explosion celebration! 💃🕺

Gracias to our incredible performers, which included:

Mariachi Estrellas de Boston, for filling the room with traditional Mexican mariachi music
Pumawari Tusuy - Boston, for sharing the beauty of traditional Peruvian dance
Salsa y Control Dance Studio, for a salsa performance that got everyone moving
SambaViva, for bringing the rhythm and joy of Brazilian samba

Huge thanks to HUELLAS for hosting this vibrant celebration of the cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean!

📸 More Family & Friends Weekend photos are coming soon!