Manor Junior College's board unanimously reappoints president (11/24/96)

Manor Junior College's board unanimously reappoints president

JENKINTOWN, Pa. - Upon the recommendation of the Provincial Council of the Sisters of St. Basil the Great, the board of trustees at their October 15 meeting unanimously voted to reappoint Sister Mary Cecilia Jurasinski OSBM for a third term as president of Manor Junior College.

"The board had the option to vote on the recommendation from the Provincial Council at the next meeting," said board Chairman Joseph E. Toner III. "But they didn't need the time. They voted immediately and unanimously in support of Sister Cecilia."

In a letter informing the Provincial Council of the board's decision, Mr. Toner wrote: "Of interest, the discussion surrounding this motion of the board was filled with admiration, deep respect and thanks for the commitment and contributions of Sister Cecilia. Manor Junior College is certainly a better place for her gifts and leadership as president.

"The board of trustees looks forward to working with Sister Cecilia on the challenges ahead as we shape Manor Junior College for this next century. We ask for God's blessing for all of Manor's extended family."

A native of Reading, Pa., Sister Mary Cecilia entered the Order of Sisters of Saint Basil the Great in 1960. In 1963 she joined the faculty at Manor Junior College as a history instructor, and in 1976 became the dean of students at the college.

Sister Cecilia was elected to her first six-year term as president of Manor in 1985. Currently serving her second term, she will enter her third term in July of 1997.