December 01, 2021
Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. ’80 awarded Veritas Medal by Providence College
The Veritas Medal, the highest honor bestowed by Providence College, has been awarded only 16 times in college history, until Homecoming Weekend, when it was presented for the 17th time to Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. ’80 in recognition of outstanding accomplishments during his 15 years as college president.
Father Shanley received the honor during the Inaugural Gala for College President Rev. Kenneth R. Sicard, O.P. ’78, ’82G. It also was announced that a new residence hall to be constructed near Glay Field will be named for Father Shanley.
“In recognition of his stellar leadership, unmatched commitment, and indelible imprint, Providence College bestows upon Father Brian J. Shanley the Veritas Medal, signifying, for all to see and remember, Providence College’s unyielding admiration, reverence, and gratitude,” said Father Sicard, who was joined by Christopher K. Reilly ’84, chair of the Board of Trustees, in presenting the medal.
Father Shanley is PC’s longest-serving president, serving from 2005-2020. He is credited with transforming the physical face of campus, hiring new faculty, diversifying the student body, strengthening the Catholic and Dominican mission, enhancing the athletics program, and raising the college’s national profile. He was inaugurated president of St. John’s University on Sept. 24.
