Onyx Anneau Fall 2020

A NOTE FROM PRESIDENT DOTTIE L. KING

Anneau, French for ring, is a word that represents a concept that has long had great meaning at The Woods. For me, the word anneau is one of those words that has layers. It represents our beloved Onyx Ring with all the tradition and excellence imbued in the ring and subsequently in the wearer. And, like a centuries old tree with its many rings, it represents the growth of the institution with each year adding both depth and breadth to our Woods story. The English pronunciation of the word may sound to you like anew, which also has meaning as we continue to grow the College, and more specifically, as we relaunch and expand the College magazine as Onyx Anneau. During times of great challenge and especially as we live through this global pandemic, I can see how the concept of anneau also serves to connect us – alumni, friends, students, parents, faculty, staff and Sisters of Providence – as we create overlapping and expanding concentric circles, or rings, of community. Now more than ever, community is so vital to us all. With this in mind, I challenge you to continue to be connected to your Woods community. The Woods is a vibrant, growing institution, and you are a part of that legacy. We are connected forever in our love for this place, in a set of shared values and in the knowledge that we are carrying forward the mission Saint Mother Theodore Guerin began 180 years ago. Until we can gather again safely, the College is planning a number of opportunities this fall and winter for alumni and friends to connect virtually. I will look forward to sharing the good news and exciting future of the institution and to seeing you online soon!

Blessings,

Dottie L. King, Ph.D. President

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