Papers of the Walsh Brothers of Christian Instruction 1958-2014

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Papers of the Walsh Brothers of Christian Instruction 1958-2014

Accumulated press releases, directories, publications, photographs, and more of the Brothers of Christian Instruction involved in the founding and beyond of Walsh University.

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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. He...