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Bulldogs Beyond DeSales: Olivia DiMarino is Ready for Her Next Shift.

Every Bulldog's journey looks a little different after graduation. Our new Bulldogs Beyond DeSales series highlights those next chapters, beginning with Olivia DiMarino.

Leadership opportunities, meaningful friendships, and hands-on clinical experiences helped prepare Olivia for a career in nursing.

Now, she's ready for her next shift.

Read Olivia's story and see how her time at DeSales prepared her for what's next.: https://www.desales.edu/news/2026/06/bulldogs-beyond-desales-olivia-dimarino

Ready to take the next step in your EMS career?

Join Dr. Alan Heckman, creator and director of DeSales University's new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Services program, for a virtual information session on June 25. Designed specifically for certified or licensed paramedics, this innovative degree can help you advance your education while expanding your career opportunities in emergency medical services.

During the session, you'll learn more about the program, hear from Dr. Heckman about the future of EMS, and have the opportunity to ask questions about admissions, transfer credits, financial aid, and the enrollment process.

Register today for the virtual session: https://discover.desales.edu/register/?id=1b9b4fdf-498c-4a09-89aa-cc2fe4c473f1

Happy Mascot Day to our own campus rockstar. 🐾

Thanks to the Philadelphia Phillies Phanatic and Lehigh Valley Phantoms meLVin for helping make this year's DUCsgiving one to remember.

"The Heart of Jesus is an abyss of love." — St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM

This month, Catholics across the United States are reflecting on the Sacred Heart of Jesus in a special way as the nation's bishops consecrate our country to the Sacred Heart, entrusting our communities, families, and future to Christ's loving care.

For the DeSales community, this devotion carries a meaningful connection to our Salesian heritage.

In the 17th century, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, a Visitation Sister, received a series of visions that inspired devotion to the Sacred Heart throughout the Church. The Order of the Visitation was founded by St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane Frances de Chantal, whose legacy continues to shape DeSales University today.
Through St. Margaret Mary's witness, generations of Catholics have been invited to reflect on the boundless love of Christ and to respond with hearts marked by gentleness and humility, two of our University’s core values taken from Francis de Sales’ favorite Gospel quote: “Learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart” (MT 11:29).

As the Church continues this tradition and the month of June unfolds, may we be reminded that faith begins not with power or prestige, but with a heart transformed by love.

One campus. Many stories. One Savior. 🎶

Earlier this spring, the DeSales community gathered for OneVoice, an evening of music, prayer, and reflection celebrating our shared faith in the risen Christ.

The night featured worship in multiple languages, including Arabic performances by Joyce Hanna, Braeden DeGrazia, and special guest Elia Hanna. Fr. Burns led "In Christ Alone," Fr. Jim accompanied on piano, and Sister Idoko offered a reflection on the power of forgiveness and resurrection.

Thank you to Fr. Dan, Fr. Burns, Fr. Jim, Sister Idoko, Elia Hanna, and everyone who helped make the evening so meaningful.