BRIDGEPORT—On Monday, March 30, The Thomas Merton Center was informed that due to the program’s collaboration with Sacred Heart University’s College of Health Professions, the program had been selected to receive the College of Health Professions 2020 Community Partner Award in recognition of contributions to the college. The organization was nominated for this award by Dr. Lola Halperin from the Occupational Therapy Program, College of Health Professions, Sacred Heart University.
This award is given to an organization which has demonstrated exceptional collaboration to further the educational goals and mission of the college. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Sacred Heart University was unable to present the award in person. Instead, the award was presented virtually and the news of this award was shared with the SHU Community.
“We are humbled to receive such an honor from Sacred Heart during such a tumultuous time in all of our lives. ” stated Craig Adler, director of The Thomas Merton Center. “Our staff truly appreciates the collaboration we have with Sacred Heart University. Now more than ever we see the value of Health Care Professionals in our world and The Thomas Merton Center is proud to be part of the educational process for the students of Sacred Heart University.”
