• Our Stories

    Discover the many ways in which campaign support is uplifting Salve’s promise to every student for generations to come.

Rose Wagner

Supporting Nursing Students

Although Rose Wagner didn't attend Salve, her daughter Victoria is a 2011 graduate. Wagner has always had a fondness for Salve, which was strengthened when the University supported her family through a challenging period.
Five women and one man posing for a group photo

Generational Giving

In February 2025, Salve announced a $12 million gift from the Jean and David W. Wallace Foundation, focused on creating innovative experiences in business. The gift is the latest of many from the Wallace family, the University’s most generous benefactor.
An artist's rendering of a garden pavilion on Salve Regina University's campus.

Breaking Ground

Salve continues to break ground in its efforts to deliver a transformative educational experience. That momentum continues with two new structures emerging on campus – a state-of-the-art residence hall and a garden pavilion for student programming.

Embracing the Spirit of Mercy

By establishing an endowed scholarship, Elizabeth Cadigan '79 and Mary Cadigan Jones '74 are continuing a philanthropic partnership that demonstrates their belief in the power of a mercy-inspired education.
Mary Anderson

Fostering Civic Engagement

The David and Carolyn Brodsky Chair in U.S. Constitutional Democracy and Culture is focusing on the democratic forces that have inspired, built and sustained America throughout its history.

Scholarships Change Lives

As a key priority of the campaign, The SALVEfund builds on the foundation of generosity and mercy-inspired leadership that has defined Salve Regina University since its founding.

Education as an Equalizer

A bequest from Mary Ellen Atkins '68 is expressing her appreciation for what Salve provided her in terms of education, encouragement, self-confidence and friendships.

Inspiring Exploration

A generous commitment from Carl and Gigi Allen is establishing the Allen Family Learning Commons, which houses essential student support services and is a vital component of the Salve Compass program.
Kathy Walgreen

Raised by Mercy

Trustee Kathleen Walgreen '22 (Hon.) is supporting the comprehensive campaign by endowing the role of vice president for mission integration.

An Entrepreneurial Attitude

Brian and Ann Marie Pryor are paying it forward through their campaign support of the entrepreneurship minor by endowing The Pryor Family Fund for Entrepreneurship.

Partners in Education

As founders of the Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Foundation, Sharon Grills Jackson and Stephen Jackson believe that hands-on learning opportunities are vital to a student’s educational experience.

Service Above Self

Helen Dorflinger Ryan '69 and her children are supporting the Salve Compass program by endowing the executive director's position to ensure that the key leadership role is funded in perpetuity.