Success Stories

Success Stories

Discover how 17³Ô¹ÏÍø students, alumni, and faculty turn education into action. Explore success stories of leadership, service, and innovation that reflect our Franciscan mission. Ready to see where your story begins? Explore how you can join a community that leads with purpose.

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Erin McAleer, native of Wantagh, Long Island, graduate of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø's MSOT program.

Clinical experiences lands OT grad rewarding job placement

Erin McAleer, a 2019 graduate of 17³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program, grew up in Wantagh, N.Y., attending St. William the Abbot School. Immediately following her graduation, McAleer accepted a position as...

  • College of Health Sciences
  • 2022
MBA student in the library

MBA graduate parlays 'incredible internship' into full-time job

Robert Kelly, a 2018 MBA graduate, immersed himself in real-world learning experiences while attending 17³Ô¹ÏÍø. In addition to his role as a graduate assistant in the university’s Franco Library, Kelly served as an intern at C...

  • College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise
  • 2021
Addictions & Mental Health student Maria Checchia sitting in chair

Addictions & Mental Health Treatment grad leads a life of service

Maria Checchia ’20 always knew she wanted to help others. The Franciscan mission of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø supplemented that need and supported her program choice of behavioral health. An interest in family/child services led to an introductory course in social...

  • College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences
  • 2021
Timothy Bailey | Business | MBA | Rodney Ridley | Student | O'Pake | 2020

17³Ô¹ÏÍø's own returns to pursue MBA

Tim Bailey graduated in May of 2020 with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Management and Finance. As with many colleges and universities, Bailey’s senior year was unfortunately cut short due the COVID-19 pandemic. As a senior, Bai...

  • College of Business, Communication, and Leadership
  • 2021