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| Motto | Sed Deus Dat Incrementum |
| Established | 1958 |
| Type | Private school |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic Church |
| President | Richard Jusseaume |
| Undergraduates | 2,500 |
| Location |  North Canton, Ohio |
| Mascot | Cavalier |
| Website | www.walsh.edu |
Walsh University is a private non-profit, 4-year, strict Catholic university in North Canton, Ohio, USA. It was founded in 1960 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, initially as a liberal arts college. Walsh College became Walsh University in 1993. The University currently offers more than 50 majors, and five graduate programs including a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Walsh has satellite campuses in Medina, Canfield, Akron, and it's newest campus just outside of Rome, Italy in Castel Gandalfo. Walsh University's motto is "Sed Deus Dat Incrementum" or "God Gives the Increase."
Walsh University is made up of 22 buildings on a 136-acre (0.55 km2) campus. In 2009, there were approximately 2,935 students attending the University. About 75% of incoming freshman reside on campus.
Walsh's current President is Richard Jusseaume ('67).
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Mission
Walsh University is an independent, coeducational Catholic, liberal arts and sciences institution. Founded by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, Walsh University is dedicated to educating its students to become leaders in service to others through a values-based education with an international perspective in the Judeo-Christian tradition.
Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community and close student-teacher interactions. The University provides its students a higher education that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, spiritual growth, and personal, professional and cultural development. Walsh University encourages individuals to act in accordance with reason guided by the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.[1]
Academics
Walsh University offers the following degrees: Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed); Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Master of Arts in Business Administration (M.B.A.); Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development; Master of Arts in Theology; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.); Bachelor of Science (B.S.); Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S. in Ed.); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.); Associate of Arts (A.A.); and Associate of Science in Computer Science (A.S.C.S.). niversity offers 51 majors, five graduate programs, and 400 accelerated degrees for working adults. About one third to one half of the student body live on campus in one of nine residence halls.
The university used to offer only a Liberal Arts curriculum. Today the 2,500 students can choose from 50 undergraduate majors and 5 graduate degrees.
While both are Catholic educational institutions of the same name and close location, Walsh is unaffiliated with (and sometimes confused with) nearby Walsh Jesuit High School in Cuyahoga Falls.
Walsh University is the owner of North Canton's Hoover Park, which was formally owned by the Hoover Company.[2] The Hoover Historical Center is located there.
Accreditation
- The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (Baccalaureate Degree Program)
- The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
Graduate School
Walsh University offers graduate programs in Counseling, Education, Business, and Theology; and a clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy. As a graduate student at Walsh University, students pursue the mastery of a subject and the understanding of its relationship to kindred subjects as the form and substance of graduate work. The programs seek further to impart special skills in research, sharpened powers of independent thought and delivery of professional services.
While giving students the resources, guidance, and inspiration of a scholarly staff in the classroom, laboratory, and library, students are expected to bring initiative and energy to their work and to assume full responsibility for the progress of their studies. Several of our graduate programs are offered in accelerated format so that working adults may pursue their degrees at their preferred pace. For more information on a particular program, we invite you to review the program that relates to your interest. [3]
Walsh also offers the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. It is a three year post-baccalaureate degree.
Global Campuses
Walsh University offers four global campuses and has become one of the leaders in international course design[4]:
The Rome Experience - Understand Rome's impact on our past and its role in today's global economy during this full-time program. Students study and visit many of Rome's greatest cultural and current locales while staying in the shadow of the Pope's summer home - Castel Gandolfo. Weekend travel opportunities are available.
Rome Summer - In this shorter, more concentrated version of the Rome Experience, explore this magnificent ciy's history, art, and culture, with an added focus on communication and theology.
Rome Summer MBA - Exploring retail, healthcare, and tourism in Italy/ The group will use the Castel Gandolfo campus as home base as they explore the businesses and industries in Rome and the surrounding regions in Central Italy.
Uganda Experience - Using a sociological lens, examine Ugandan history, traditions, social institutions, and present challenges for development in this service and reflection-oriented immersion experience.
Brothers of Christian Instruction
On June 16, 1819, Jean Marie de la Mennais, vicar of Saint-Brieuc, and Gabriel Deshayes, pastor at Auray and vicar general of Vannes, formed the Brothers of Christian Instruction by signing a treaty uniting their efforts to educate the working class in impoverished France. They vowed to carry the message of the gospel and the rudiments of knowledge to every child in need throughout the region and received Catholic papal approval in 1890. The congregation of the Brothers of Christian Instruction grew rapidly, soon extending their mission into Bulgaria, Turkey, Egypt, Spain, England, Canada, and The United States.
Today, the Brothers of Christian Instruction, number more then 1,300 in 25 countries, live out their commitment to providing a values-based Catholic education to all who seek it. To this day, Walsh University is proud that nearly 50% of our students are the first in their families to attend college. The Brothers hope to continue on their nearly 200-year-old mission of teaching students to become leaders in service to others.
Throughout Walsh's history, the Brothers have played an active role in the prosperity of the University, serving as faculty during the original years and playing an integral part in the growth and development of our facilities and programs. Several have served as President. They vow to continue their involvement in the years to come.[5]
Walsh University Peace Pole
The Walsh University Peace Pole has gained notoriety throughout numerous Catholic dioceses for it's world renown visitors including Willy Brandt, Coretta Scott King, Mother Teresa, and Elie Wiesel who came to Walsh University to advocate for peace.[6]
Athletics
- The men's basketball team won the 2005 NAIA National Championship.[7]
- The women's basketball team won the 1998 NAIA National Championship.
- Former track and field athlete — Kevin Surnear — was the 2003 NAIA National Champion in the shot put.
- Walsh University's football team is a mainstay in the NAIA Top 25. They play their home games at the Pro Football Hall of Fame stadium in Canton, Ohio.
- The schools colors are maroon and gold, and the university's mascot is the Cavalier.
Notable Faculty & Alumni
- Bob Huggins - former Walsh University basketball coach (1980-83), Huggins directed the 1982–83 team to a perfect 30-0 regular season mark and an eventual 34-1 mark, he is the current West Virginia University head coach
- Rayshaun Kizer - current New York Jets defensive back[8]
- Rev. Patrick Manning, Ph.D. - former study abroad professor (Italy, 2003), current Institutional Vice Rector at prestigious Pontifical College Josephinum[9]
- Brother Joseph Power, FIC - former professor of literature and English, studied with J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis[10]
- Frank Vazzano, Ph.D. - current Professor Emeritus (1971-), author of Politician Extraordinaire: The Tempestuous Life and Times of Martin L. Davey, which won the 2009 Governor Thomas Worthington prize for best biography[11]
- Robert Whaley - current NBA center
External links
References
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/missionstatement-1.htm
- ^ Park Brochure
- ^ [1]
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/goingplaces.htm
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/brothersofchristiani.htm
- ^ http://www.doy.org/viewpast.asp?Year=2003&Cat=LFS
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/basketball-1.htm
- ^ http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=10922
- ^ http://www.pcj.edu/distance/summerworkshop.html
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/pdf/OurMission.pdf
- ^ http://www.walsh.edu/news.php?newsid=508
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