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September 25, 2025

La Roche University Signs MOU with Taegu Science University, Advancing Global Academic Collaboration

La Roche University is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Taegu Science University (TSU) in the Republic of Korea, marking a significant milestone in the...
September 23, 2025

La Roche University Ranks First in Pittsburgh for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report

La Roche University ranks first in Pittsburgh and 19th overall for social mobility among regional universities in the North, according to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
September 12, 2025

La Roche University Celebrates Inauguration of Dr. Christina A. Clark as Eighth President

Today La Roche University formally installed Christina A. Clark, Ph.D., as its eighth president during a historic inauguration ceremony, marking a new chapter of leadership rooted in mission,...
September 04, 2025

La Roche University Powers Pennsylvania’s Economy with $121.5 Million Impact and Over 1,000 Jobs

A new study reveals La Roche University is not only educating future leaders but also fueling Pennsylvania’s economy—generating $121.5 million in annual economic activity and supporting more than...
August 29, 2025

La Roche University Named to The Princeton Review’s Best Regional Colleges for 2026 Best in the Mid-Atlantic List

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 29, 2025 – La Roche University has been named one of the best colleges in the Mid Atlantic on The Princeton Review’s 2026 Best Regional Colleges list, released in August 2025. The...
August 19, 2025

La Roche University Named a 2025-26 College of Distinction

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 19, 2025 – La Roche University has been recognized as a 2025 26 College of Distinction for its commitment to engaged learning and student success. In addition to national...
July 30, 2025

La Roche University Appoints Dr. David Kang to Lead New Global Education Division

PITTSBURGH, July 30, 2025 — La Roche University is pleased to announce the appointment of David Kang, Ph.D., as Vice President for Global Education, beginning September 1, 2025. Dr. Kang will lead a...
July 24, 2025

A Call to Service Inspires Alumna’s Gift to La Roche

Cynthia Piccirilli ’79, M.D., a retired captain of the U.S. Navy and former head of neurosurgery at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, has made a transformative gift to the La Roche University...
July 01, 2025

La Roche University Appoints Emily K. Beyer as Director of Major Gifts

La Roche University is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily K. Beyer as its new Director of Major Gifts in the Office of University Advancement. She began her new role on June 18, 2025.
June 06, 2025

La Roche University Appoints Dr. Paul D. Spradley as Inaugural Executive Director of the Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion

La Roche University is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul D. Spradley, Ed.D. as the inaugural Executive Director of the Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion.