Top News Stories of 2023

Big things were happening on The Heights this year. From welcoming new faces, to celebrating our graduates, to unveiling new opportunities, 2023 was a year to remember. All while maintaining (and being recognized for) the level of excellence you have come to expect in a Le Moyne education. 

Take a look back with us on some of the top stories we shared. 

Memorable Campus Moments

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Selected from a Record Number of Applicants, Class of 2027 Arrives on the Heights

“A combination of world-class faculty, the quality of our facilities and close-knit campus community, along with a strong commitment to our Jesuit heritage, make Le Moyne such a popular destination for students from all backgrounds. We are truly blessed for this level of success in a higher education environment that is highly competitive and challenging.”

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. A Milestone Moment for Business Education at Le Moyne: Announcing the Madden College of Business and Economics

“One thing that has not and will not change is the commitment to educating the whole person through its faculty, curriculum and experiential programming. Our graduates are reflective, with an innovative spirit, who go on to become leaders and embrace the Jesuit values of integrity, compassion and service to others.”

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Le Moyne College Makes Move to Division I; Accepts Invitation to Join Northeast Conference

Le Moyne College has accepted an invitation to become a member of the Northeast Conference (NEC) starting in fall 2023, a decision that follows a comprehensive study and discernment process involving all key campus constituencies.


Welcoming New Leadership

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Barb Karper Named Associate Provost for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

“Barb is a dynamic leader who takes on challenging issues with an unflagging spirit of optimism and a focus on solutions. She brings everyone to the table and ensures that all voices are heard. Her devotion to Le Moyne is deep and her commitment to improvement has been clear throughout her career."

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Eileen Angelini Named Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

“I’m very happy that Eileen will be joining us and look forward to working with her to improve student, staff, and faculty outcomes in arts and sciences and the campus more broadly. Eileen’s experience securing grant funding and her commitment to research, pedagogy, and the development of new programs aligns well with the proposed priorities of the new strategic plan.”

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Jim Joseph ’83 Named Vice President for Advancement and Innovation

“Through his excellent work as dean, Jim has established a broad network among our most prolific and engaged alumni and benefactors in key business sectors, including finance and insurance. With the next capital campaign in the planning stages, our advancement efforts will be best served by a leader with deep roots in our community and a proven record of fundraising."


Continuing to Excel

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Le Moyne Continues Strong Showing in 2024 U.S. News Rankings; Four Madden School Disciplines Ranked in Top 50 Nationally

“In a highly competitive environment, Le Moyne continues to perform well across the board. Once again, Le Moyne is the highest ranked, best value institution in New York state. These rankings confirm our success in providing a high-quality academic and student-focused experience.”

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Le Moyne Awarded $300,000 from Booth Ferris Foundation for Dolphins Changing Minds Course and Mental Wellness Ambassador Program

“I’m grateful to the Booth Ferris Foundation for this funding, which will become an important part of Le Moyne’s ongoing efforts to better equip students to deal with the mental health challenges they face. By recruiting students to serve in this role, the benefits of the course and the wellness ambassador program will continue far beyond the grant period.”

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. The Princeton Review Names ​Le Moyne One of Best 389 Colleges

"The professors really try to bring the material to life. They bring in outside information that connects with the material we are learning, which I find helps spark discussions with every person in the class.”


Success After The Heights

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Josiah Gray ’23 Nominated for MLB’s Clemente Award

"Josiah has stepped into the role of being a Player Ambassador to the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy -- dedicating time off the field to supporting year-round youth development programs at the Academy’s facility in one of the most underserved neighborhoods in Washington. In less than two seasons with the Washington Nationals, he has left an indelible impact on the next generation of baseball and softball players"

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Two Syracuse Surge Semi-finalists Launched from the College's Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Creativity

The Syracuse Surge Accelerator is a one-year, in-person accelerator to provide direct resources and support for Black-Indigenous-Persons of Color (BIPOC) entrepreneurs who want to launch and accelerate tech-related and tech-adjacent startups.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consecte adipiscing elit. Jeanette Epps ’92 Selected for International Space Station Mission

NASA has announced that Dr. Jeanette Epps ’92 will be a member of the SpaceX Crew-8 mission, which will launch in early 2024 to conduct a wide-range of operational and research activities. This will be the first time Epps has traveled to the space station; she will serve as a mission specialist.