Parents' Leadership Council

Support. Connect. Make a Difference.

The Parents’ Leadership Council (PLC) is a dedicated group of Saint Joseph’s University parents who partner with University leadership to support student success and advance the SJU mission. As ambassadors, advocates and mentors, PLC members help shape the student experience both inside and outside the classroom.

Why Join the PLC?

Stay Connected

• Stay connected to your student’s college experience in a meaningful, supportive way. PLC members have insider access to campus updates, exclusive events and opportunities to engage with SJU leadership and fellow parents.

Make an Impact

• Your voice, your network and your support help drive progress at Saint Joseph’s. Whether it’s welcoming new families or opening doors to internships and careers, PLC members create real opportunities for students.

Build Community

• Connect with an inspiring group of parent leaders who share your commitment to education, service and success.

What You’ll Do

🏛️ Attend & Engage

• Participate in on-campus PLC meetings and receive updates from SJU leaders.
• Join parent networking events on campus and in your local area.

📣 Advocate & Represent

• Serve as a parent ambassador at regional events for prospective and admitted families.
• Share SJU’s mission and help grow the Hawk Hill community.
• Host or attend receptions and gatherings in your area.

💼 Support Career Readiness

• Identify internships, job shadowing and employment opportunities for students.
• Mentor students and help bridge their academic experience with career goals.
• Leverage your corporate connections to create meaningful career pathways.

🎁 Give Back

• Each PLC family makes an annual leadership gift of $2,500 or more, directly supporting University priorities and student success.

👉 Make a Gift Today 

Benefits of Membership

As a member, you will:

• Play a role in enhancing the student experience and expanding opportunities through your philanthropic support
• Connect with SJU leadership through events and engagement opportunities
• Receive invitations to exclusive campus and regional events
• Gain early access to key University updates and initiatives
• Be invited to deepen your involvement, with potential pathways to expanded roles within the SJU community

Ready to Lead?

Join the Parents’ Leadership Council and become part of something bigger than a college experience—become a force for positive change in the lives of students and the future of Saint Joseph’s University.

Upcoming Meetings and Events

Men's Basketball Pregame Reception and Game | Saturday, November 14, 2026

• Time: 5:30 p.m. Reception | 6:30 p.m. Game
• Location: Wynne Hall of Fame Room - Ramsay Basketball Center

• Join us for a pregame reception with the Hawk Athletic Club, followed by the Hawks taking on Penn. Families are welcome!

   

Barbelin Society Christmas Party | Thursday, December 10, 2026

• Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
• Location: Frances M. Maguire Art Museum at Saint Joseph's University
• Celebrate the holiday season with fellow PLC families and the Saint Joe's community. 

PLC Virtual Conversation | January 2027

• Time: 12:00-1:00 p.m.
• Location: Zoom
• Connect with University leadership during a virtual conversation on a topic selected by PLC members. Stay tuned for a finalized date and more information.

National Alumni Board Spring Meeting & Men's Basketball Game | Saturday, February 6, 2027

• Time: 11:30 AM–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Hawk Hill

• Join us for lunch and the opportunity to connect with University leadership and our National Alumni Board (NAB) followed by Hawks taking on La Salle.

   

Please stay tuned for further updates regarding our spring events schedule.

Past Meetings and Events

PLC Welcome Breakfast | Saturday, September 19, 2026

• Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
• Location: Wynne Hall of Fame Room - Ramsay Basketball Center

PLC and National Alumni Board Reception with Cheryl A. McConnell, PhD, President | Friday, September 18, 2026

• Time: 5-7 p.m.

• Location: Hawk & Barrel | 54th Street

   

PLC/Barbelin Society Event -  An Evening in Bloom | Wednesday, May 6, 2026

• Time:  6-7:30 p.m. 
• Location:  Frances M. Maguire Art Museum and Barnes Arboretum

For questions about the Parents' Leadership Council, please contact Katie Moyer, Associate Director of Advancement for Parent Philanthropy at kmoyer@sju.edu.