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February 8, 2008

Salve Regina president to step down next year

The president of Salve Regina University in Newport will be stepping down when her contract expires, in July 2009.

Sister M. Therese Antone, president of the university since 1994, will help the board of trustees begin the process of selecting her successor, according to the university.

After stepping down, Sister Antone will take a new position as chancellor of the university. In that position, she won’t have a vote on the board of directors, but she will play an advisory role,
according to spokesman Matt Boxler.

“Chancellor is more of an emeritus position,” Boxler said. Sister Antone will "stay connected with the top level of the university.”

The chancellor position was created in 2005, according to a written statement by Joseph R. DiStefano, chairman of the board of trustees.

“Sister Therese Antone has led the dynamic and substantial development of Salve Regina’s academic community and has worked diligently to increase the profile and recognition of the university as a quality, liberal arts institution,” DiStefano said.

“Her continued service to Salve Regina ensures the further development of strong relationships with all constituents and a vibrant and influential presence of the Sisters of Mercy.”

Sister Antone also serves on the board of directors of The Beacon Mutual Insurance Company.

-- projo.com staff writer Brandie M. Jefferson

Posted by Brandie Jefferson  at 11:13 AM | Permalink

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