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February 29, 2008

Sister McKillop, former Salve Regina president, dies

NEWPORT – Sister Lucille McKillop, the fifth president of Salve Regina University and the longest-serving president in its history, died last night in Chicago, the school announced this morning.

Sister McKillop served as president of Salve Regina from 1973 to 1994.

“Sister Lucille McKillop was first a Sister of Mercy,” said the university's current president, Sister M. Therese Antone, said in a statement. “Her dedication to education and the traditions of the Sisters of Mercy contributed significantly to those traditions continuing to thrive on the campus of Salve Regina University.

"Sister Lucille worked diligently to serve the needs and interests of generations of students. The best years of her life were spent ensuring that the mission of Salve Regina University would continue. McKillop Library, named in her honor, is a fitting tribute to her enabling spirit. She was deeply admired and will be missed.”

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at Salve Regina’s Ochre Court. The public is invited to attend.

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