Built by Women, Designed for All
The Alumnae Center for Leadership reaffirms the University’s commitment to personal and professional development.
Student and alumna panelists at the University’s “Lead ON: A Celebration of Alumnae Leadership” event on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025.
At 55%, Hawk alumnae constitute a majority of Saint Joseph’s University’s more than 100,000 living alumni. These women hail from a wide spectrum of industries, hold esteemed leadership roles, pioneer major advancements, and contribute to their communities in transformative and lasting ways.
To harness this powerful network and expand and unite the University’s existing programming and mission, Saint Joseph’s is now strategically broadening the reach of its Women’s Center to become the new SJU Alumnae Center for Leadership. Built by women, but designed for all, the Alumnae Center — which was officially announced at the University’s “Lead ON: A Celebration of Alumnae Leadership” event on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 — will support students and graduates alike to grow as leaders in their careers, communities and beyond.
Alumna Mary Lou Quinlan, BA ’75, H ’07, has long been a catalyst for leadership and empowerment initiatives at SJU. Now, she has volunteered to serve as the Center’s director for its inaugural 2025-2026 year and has made a five-year pledge to support initial programming. Her vision for the establishment of the Alumnae Center is really about making connections and a space for leaders to flourish.
Learn more about the Alumnae Center for Leadership in 21 Questions with Mary Lou Quinlan, BA ’75, H ’07.