Honor Roll of Donors 2026

President Lettiere

Dear Immaculata Alumni and Friends,

I am pleased to report on another phenomenal year for Immaculata University, marked by continued momentum and meaningful growth across our academic programs, student experience and campus development. From academic innovation to expanding facilities and record-breaking enrollment, our progress is made possible through the dedication of our faculty, staff, students and the generous support of alumni and donors like you.

In August 2025, we welcomed the largest incoming freshman class in our history, with 399 first-year students and 60 transfer students. That strength is reflected across the University, with total enrollment rising to 3,482 students in spring 2026 (up from 3,148), a 94.4% retention rate from fall 2025 to spring 2026 among all traditional undergraduates and a strong graduate retention rate with 95% of students enrolled returning to continue their studies at Immaculata in the spring 2026 term.

As our community grows, so too does our work to enhance the campus experience. Thanks to the generosity of alumni donors, the campus continues to evolve. Over the summer of 2026, new quiet study areas and digital media and podcast labs were built in the terrace level of the Gabriele Library to support innovative learning. Student housing was expanded through thoughtful conversions in Gillet Hall, Villa Maria Hall and Lourdes Hall, to ensure our campus continues to meet the needs of a growing residential population. In addition, the IHM Sisters’ plans to relocate Mary’s Grotto are underway and will provide a more accessible space for reflection and spiritual life.

We are also advancing academic innovation and workforce readiness through accelerated pathways like our 4+1 MBA programs and 4+2 B.A. to M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, alongside new initiatives such as our Employer Panel, which connected faculty with leaders across key industries to help ensure our programs prepare students with a competitive edge for in-demand careers.

As I reflect on this year and look ahead to my final year as president, I am filled with tremendous pride in and deep appreciation for the vitality of Immaculata University and of our broader Immaculata community. It is a privilege to have served this extraordinary University and to witness firsthand the dedication, resilience and spirit that make Immaculata special. Our achievements and milestones reflect how far we have come and strengthen our shared vision for how much further we can go together.

With sincere gratitude for your continued support and belief in our mission, I thank you for being an essential part of the Immaculata story.

Sincerely,

Barbara Lettiere ’72, President