Walsh University

The Brothers of Christian Instruction first became involved with Walsh University, then Walsh College, in 1958 when Br. Robert Francoeur found the alfalfa farmer's field at the corner of North Market and Easton. At that point, the Brothers formed a vision. A vision to turn fifty acres of alfalfa into a college campus. This vision lay on a foundation of faith, courage and selfless hard work. The founding Brothers were: Br. Thomas Farrell (President), Br. Dacian Barrette (Business Manager), Br. Henry Vanesse, Br. Edmond Drouin (librarian), Br. Paul E. Masse, Br. Robert Francoeur (academic dean), and Br. Alexis Guilbault. The Brothers of Christian Instruction have continued to serve in multiple capacities at Walsh University- from Campus Ministry, to professor, to support staff.

From the guide to the Papers of the Walsh Brothers of Christian Instruction, 1958-2014, (Walsh University Library)

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