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Sixty years ago, a group of Holy Cross priests from the University of Notre Dame arrived in the coal-mining town of Wilkes-Barre , Pennsylvania , determined to offer hope and the promise of a brighter future. Inspired by their Congregation's founder, Father Basil Moreau, C.S.C., they built a college where the development of knowledge, the nurturing of faith, and a call to serve others converged and came to define the place they named King's College.

Today, this remarkable Holy Cross legacy is heralded daily, by a faculty and administration dedicated to nourishing the minds and hearts of a generation that will shape the twenty-first century. Rigorous academic programs prepare King's students to become the responsible citizens and leaders of tomorrow—well-rounded individuals who understand the value of making a life, not just a living. Our talented faculty members embody this ideal, working to sustain the mission and vision of the College's founding fathers as teachers, as mentors, and as community volunteers.

Their efforts have earned King's a nationwide reputation for excellence. U.S. News and World Report and Barron's consistently rank King's College as a leading liberal arts college, both regionally and nationally. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International) awarded the William G. McGowan School of Business full accreditation, a distinguished credential held by only 34 undergraduate colleges nationwide

Father Moreau once wrote: “Consider the greatness of your mission and the wonderful amount of good that you can accomplish." As a former King's student and faculty member, I have experienced and witnessed firsthand the fruits of a truly great mission—how the spirit of the College's founders affects all who come here to pursue an education. King's College and its graduates have recorded an abundance of achievements, yet so much more remains to be accomplished. Today, as the President of King's College, I am committed to Father Moreau's challenge and to leading our beloved College to an even greater level of excellence.

I could not hope to undertake this grand effort, however, without the assistance of our loyal alumni and friends. So I ask for your financial support—and your prayers—as we seek to achieve our Legacy of Excellence Campaign goal of $30 million. As we strategically address the changing needs of our students and those entrusted to educate them, these funds will allow us to extend our legacy of excellence while emphasizing the values that will always sustain our community.

Thank you for your belief and investment in King's College. Our commitment is to be a good steward of your generosity. Please know that you are always in our prayers. May God bless you and your families.

Clearly, King's has achieved a reputation for excellence. U.S. News and World Report and Barron's consistently rank King's College as a leading liberal arts college, both regionally and nationally. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International) awarded the William G. McGowan School of Business full accreditation, a distinguished credential held by only 34 undergraduate colleges nationwide. The College's most recent capital improvements complement our academic accolades.

The new Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center , Alumni Hall, and beautiful Monarch Court have dramatically improved the appearance of the campus and created invaluable facilities that enhance our programs and student life.

I am one of more than 16,000 alumni who gladly call King's College home. King's had a major beneficial impact on my life. In fact, I can easily say my experiences at King's helped changed my life forever. I am indebted to King's. King's has done very well, yet I recognize King's has needs going forward. There is no doubt in my mind, with the commitment of our alumni coupled with friends of the College, who have a strong belief in the mission of the school, we can continue to build on our legacy of excellence, not only in the near term but for future generations of students as well.