
Cover Story
A Gift for the Ages
By Gary Bouchard, Ph.D.
The largest philanthropic gift in Saint Anselm’s history began with one alumnus’ love for the humanities, and passion for the Great Books.
CURRENT ISSUE
Fall/Winter 2026

On the cover: The biggest story this year, and perhaps in the college's history, began with a love for the Great Books. Seven of the titles on the cover include books which were beloved by Gregory J. Grappone ’04, and part of the Great Books curriculum when he was a student at Saint Anselm. Read why A Calendar of Wisdom is central to the book stack in this issue's cover story.Illustration by Olivia Malloy

FEATURE
OPENING DOORS TO THE FUTURE OF NURSING
By Paul J. Pronovost ’91, P ’25
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CLASSICAL CONNECTIONS
By Laurie D. Morrissey
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OPERATION ARCTIC CARE
By Annie Sherman ’99
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FEATURE
A UNIQUE COLLABORATION ON AN EXTRAORDINARY POPE
By Kate Grip Denon
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