Guide to the Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty papers, 1957-2003
Salve Regina University Archives
McKillop Library
100 Ochre Point Ave.
Newport, RI 02891
Tel: 401-341-2276
Fax: 401-341-2951
email: archives@salve.edu
Published in 2019
Collection Overview
| Title: | Papers of the Academic Dean, Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty |
| Date range: | 1957-2003 |
| Creator: | Flaherty, Mary Rosalia, Sister |
| Extent: | .1 Linear Feet 10 folders |
| Abstract: | The records of the Academic Dean, Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty consist of correspondence, memorandum, photographs, speeches, dedications, and tributes. |
| Language of materials: | English |
| Repository: | Salve Regina University Archives |
| Collection number: | RG6.1.4 |
Scope & content
The records of the Academic Dean, Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty document the professional work and initiatives, which Sister Flaherty undertook during her time as Academic Dean of Salve Regina University. Such activities as further developing and improving educational programming and the curriculum at Salve Regina University and exploring potential funding opportunities for Salve Regina University and the student body are represented. In addition, there are dedications and tributes; most notably, the dedication of the Flaherty suite on behalf of the achievements and dedicated service of Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. Formats of the records include: correspondence, clippings, photographs, a single postcard, and formal invitations.Access Points
Subject Topics Document Types Subject TopicsArrangement
Records are arranged alphabetically; and in some instances, refined to reflect alphabetical order.
Biographical / Historical
Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty was born in 1918 in Central Falls, RI. She graduated from St. Francis Xavier Academy in Providence, RI and later became a member of the first graduating class at Salve Regina University, where she obtained a Bachelor's degree in Education. Sister Flaherty also earned a Bachelor's degree from the Catholic Teachers College as well as a doctorate from Catholic University of America.Between 1936 and 1939, Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty entered the religious order and became a member of the Sisters of Mercy. She began her teaching career working most notably at St. Xavier Academy in Providence, RI where she served as Chair of the Science Department. In 1957, Sister Flaherty became the Academic Dean at Salve Regina University, where she dedicated her life to improving the educational programming needs of the academic community. Such achievements include but are not limited to assisting with the accreditation of the Nursing program, establishing a teacher training program for elementary educators, and working to obtain federal funding for the creation of new buildings on campus.
Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty served on the Board of Directors as Emerita Trustee at Salve Regina University, where she continued to serve and provide guidance to the academic community. In 1974, Sister Flaherty received the first Distinguished Service Award from the Diocese of Providence and later received an honorary degree from Salve Regina University. Her legacy of providing the utmost in service to the academic community was celebrated in 1997 by the dedication of the Flaherty Academic Suite on behalf of Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. On January 25, 2003, Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty passed away leaving a strong legacy of greatly improving the educational programing needs and overall quality of education for the academic community at Salve Regina University.
Access & Use
| Access to the collection: | The records are open to the public. |
| Use of the materials: | Various copying restrictions apply, according to the Archives' use policy. Salve Regina University owns the copyright to material produced by employees and trustees of the University and work for hire. Requests for permission to publish material from the University Archives should be directed to the Archivist. See also the Archives' copyright and publication statement. |
| Preferred citation: | [Identification of Item], in RG6.1.4: Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty papers, [Box 1, Folder #], Salve Regina University Archives, McKillop Library, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI |
| Contact information: | Salve Regina University Archives McKillop Library 100 Ochre Point Ave. Newport, RI 02891 Tel: 401-341-2276 Fax: 401-341-2951 email: archives@salve.edu |
Administrative Information
| ABOUT THE COLLECTION | |
| Acquisition: | Records were transferred to the Archives sometime prior to 2014. |
| Processing information: | Processed by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer. Arrangement of file folders was refined on the basis of alphabetical order. |
| ABOUT THE FINDING AID | |
| Author: | Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer |
| Encoding: | This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace and encoded by Michaela Sheerar, Volunteer, on 2019 March 28. |
| Descriptive rules: | Describing Archives: A Content Standard |
Additional Information
Inventory
| Box 1, Folder 1 | Correspondence: Fort Adams Contents Note: File consists of letters of correspondence pertaining to applying for the acquisition of a portion of the Fort Adams property by Salve Regina University. The file also contains a document pertaining to the history of Fort Adams. |
1964 |
| Box 1, Folder 2 | Correspondence: General Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to such topics as quarterly grading period and the need for reports, the need to obtain information from faculty via questionnaires, work study program, and the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Bulk of materials pertain to the elementary teacher education program for Salve students. |
1963-1967 |
| Box 1, Folder 3 | Correspondence: Goelet, Robert Contents Note: File consists of correspondence pertaining to the Robert Goelet Scholarship. |
1958-1964 |
| Box 1, Folder 4 | Correspondence: Nursing Contents Note: File consists of correspondence related to the Health Professions Educational Assistance Program and federal funds for construction of facilities. |
1963-1964 |
| Box 1, Folder 5 | Dedications and Tributes Contents Note: File consists of formal invitations, a single memo, dedication and tributes, a letter, and clippings that pertain to the dedication of the Flaherty Suite and obituaries related to Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. |
1997-2003 |
| Box 1, Folder 6 | Honorary Degree: September 1984 Contents Note: File consists of a document pertaining to the honorary provided to Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty at the September convocation circa 1984. |
1984 |
| Box 1, Folder 7 | Meeting Attendance Forms Contents Note: File consists of summary reports of attendance at education meetings by Sister Mary Rosalia Faherty. |
1957-1965 |
| Box 1, Folder 8 | Memorandum Contents Note: File mainly consists of miscellaneous memorandum to faculty members from Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. There are also faculty discussion summaries and a single document concerning Director of Educational Development. |
1962-1967 |
| Box 1, Folder 9 | Photographs Contents Note: File consists of various photographs related to Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. |
1997, undated |
| Box 1, Folder 10 | Speeches Contents Note: File consists of two speeches by Sister Mary Rosalia Flaherty. |
1967 |