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NU pays tribute at Vincentian Heritage Convocation

Lewiston Porter Sentinel, January 28, 2006

 

Pictured above (right to left) are Vincentian Heritage Convocation honorees Joe Mihalich and Dr. Robert Bull. Professor Dr. Thomas Sheeran said Mihalich, in his eight years as NU coach, has exemplified the simple, daily acts reminiscent of St. Vincent DePaul. In his attendance at mass and in his duties as husband, father, and son, Mihalich “provides the role model for one who would be a Christian gentleman.” Sister Hilary Davis said Dr. Bull, on his first visit to Mexico to treat the poorest of the poor in 1994, saw 600 patients. “A number he described as only the tip of the iceberg,” she said. (photo by Larry Austin)

Niagara University celebrated its Vincentian Heritage Convocation on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Four distinguished guests were honored, including:

•Sister Margaret John, a former NU trustee and current executive director of the Vincentian Center for Church and Society at St. John’s University, received Niagara’s highest honor, the President’s Medal.

•The Rev. Daniel J. O’Leary, a member of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, received the President’s Medal.

•Lewiston physician Dr. Robert Bull, was the recipient of the Caritas Medal, given annually to a person whose life portrays the charity of St. Vincent.

•Niagara University men’s basketball coach Joseph Mihalich received the university’s Vincentian Mission Award, an honor that goes to an NU employee who demonstrates the values of St. Vincent DePaul.