There are a lot of universities and colleges with a lot of really cool background stories and it’s usually very interesting to read or watch it,if there are any live records though. However, in this article ,we are going to be looking at the history of one of the most famous colleges to ever exist. “Saint Vincent College” and see When Was Saint Vincent College Founded?
Saint Vincent College was established in the year 1846 by a certain Boniface Wimmer. He was a monk and came from Metten Abbey in Bavaria. The school was incorporated in the year 1870 on April 18th by the Pennsylvania state lawmakers. The college took up a coeducational course in 1983. Then in the year 1996, the college and its other compartments/divisions. Encompassing the college itself, its archabbey, parish, and seminary celebrated their 150th anniversary to mark its origin.
Who Is The Current President Of Saint Vincent College?
Saint Vincent College has witnessed a series of good leadership figures. The recent president of Saint Vincent College is Fr. Paul Taylor. He has a Ph.D. and an OSB. He was made the president of Saint Vincent College on June 14th, in the year 2019. His appointment was also announced that same day in a press conference that was held in Pittsburgh. But he began operating in an official capacity on July 1st,2019. He didn’t just become the president out of nowhere, he had served the university in an impeccable capacity. He was the Vice President of the College, since 2012 and ended his tenure in 2019. All the while, working hard and showing his utmost dedication to the College. He also occupied the position of Vice President in another capacity. He was the Vice President of the Institutional Advancement and also the Director Of The Financial Aid and Admissions. He had succeeded FatherNorman Hipps, OSB. He was the 17th president of the College since the year 2010 and his tenure ended in 2019.
- These are the names of the previous presidents of Saint Vincent College (for record purposes)
- Rt. Rev. Boniface Wimmer, O.S.B. (1871 till 1887)
- Rt. Rev. Andrew Hintenach, O.S.B. (1887 to 1892)
- Rt. Rev. Leander Schnerr, O.S.B. (1892 to 1920)
- Rt. Rev. Aurelius Stehle, O.S.B. (1920 to 1930)
- Rt. Rev. Alfred Koch, O.S.B. (1930 to 1950)
- Rt. Rev. Denis Strittmatter, O.S.B. (1950 to 1955)
- Rev. Quentin Schaut, O.S.B. (1955 till 1962)
- Rev. Maximilian Duman, O.S.B. (1962 to 1963)
- Rev. Maynard Brennan, O.S.B. (1963 till 1968)
- Rev. Fintan R. Shoniker, O.S.B. (1968 to 1971)
- Rev. Cecil G. Diethrich, O.S.B. (1971 to 1982)
- Rev. Augustine Flood, O.S.B. (1982 to 1985)
- Rev. John F. Murtha, O.S.B. (1985 to 1995)
- Rev. Martin R. Bartel, O.S.B. (1995 till 2000)
- James F. Will (2000 to 2006)
- Jim Towey (2006 to 2010)
- Br. Norman W. Hipps, O.S.B., Ph.D. (2010 till 19)
- Rev. Paul R. Taylor, O.S.B, Ph.D. (2019 till Date)
How Is Saint Vincent College Organized?
Sanity Vincent College is divided into four. Each of the schools has departments, minor programs, and major programs as well, they all offer undergraduate programs and graduate programs. They have other extra programs and engage in welfare services and activities. The schools have their own Dean and each of them works for hand in glove with the school administration they have a body of Advisors which was set up. These advisors also represent some of the programs which the school offers. Like the business, industry, and the academic aspects which include direct programs and policies, and perform their roles as advisors as well.
Is Saint Vincent College In Partnership With Any Other College?
Yes, Saint Vincent College is in partnership with Carlow University. This helps the degree students offering nursing in Saint Vincent College. The students offer the degree program for nursing study for 2 years at Saint Vincent College then they move to Carlow University to complete the two years left. After which, when they graduate, the students get a Carlow University Degree. But all the courses and experiments are conducted in Saint Vincent College throughout their degree while the students also stay in Latrobe.
What Practices Does Saint Vincent College Observe?
Well, one remarkable event which Saint Vincent College observes is the Thanksgiving event. They also celebrate Founders Day, which is in a bid to remember those who came together to establish the college.
Conclusion
There are a lot of activities that take place in the College, like the turkey dinner which happens in the gym, it’s usually a candle-lit event, amazing fireworks, the school also has a band that performs at the event. There are quite some interesting facts about the college that makes it unique.
