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The New American Colleges and Universities (NACU), renowned as the most trusted network for comprehensive institutions integrating liberal arts, professional studies, and civic engagement, is pleased to announce the addition of Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio, to its network.
Dr. William J. Bisset, president of Lourdes University, said, “We are thrilled to become part of a consortium that is dedicated to fostering growth and innovation for its campuses. We look forward to benefitting from the exchange of ideas and the collaborative projects that this network facilitates.”
Institutions in NACU embody Ernest Boyer’s vision for higher education, emphasizing the role of scholarship as a service to society. The consortium celebrates institutions that prioritize teaching and engage deeply with their communities, ensuring that students can apply classroom knowledge beyond the campus and understand their roles as responsible citizens.
“NACU brings together progressive thinkers and innovative agents of change across higher education, fostering a vibrant community where ideas are shared, and unique opportunities are created,” said Dr. Sean Creighton, president of NACU. “The addition of Lourdes University strengthens the consortium’s mission to inspire and support institutions committed to academic excellence and societal impact.”
About Lourdes University
Lourdes University, founded in 1958 and nestled in Sylvania, Ohio, offers a values-driven education rooted in Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Committed to academic excellence, Lourdes integrates liberal arts and professional studies, ensuring a holistic education that prepares students for success. Accredited by nine national and regional organizations, our robust liberal arts curriculum and Franciscan-inspired service learning enrich lives and foster professional and personal growth. Proudly sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Lourdes University is dedicated to shaping future leaders. For more information, visit lourdes.edu.
About NACU
NACU connects campuses to collaborate in the delivery of innovative ideas and to champion the belief that a comprehensive liberal, professional and civic education is essential to the future of our world. For more information visit www.nacu.edu.
About the NACU Campuses
NACU campuses are independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. They represent 27 institutions, including two Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) and four Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) and, together, serve nearly 100,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
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