In 2020, Walsh University marked a significant milestone—60 years of academic excellence, faith-based education, and community impact. This digital exhibit, curated by the Walsh University Archives, honors the people, traditions, and transformative moments that have shaped the university since its founding in 1960.
Through archival photographs, videos, and stories, this collection invites you to explore the university’s rich history—from its humble beginnings led by the Brothers of Christian Instruction to its growth into a vibrant institution of higher learning. Whether you're an alum, student, faculty member, or friend of Walsh, we invite you to reflect, remember, and celebrate six decades of legacy and learning.
This video celebrates the 60-year legacy of Walsh University, highlighting its founding mission, academic growth, and enduring impact on students and the broader community. Through archival footage, interviews, and campus scenes, the video reflects on the university’s journey from its humble beginnings in 1960 to its present-day role as a vibrant center of Catholic higher education. It serves as both a tribute to the past and an inspiration for the future.
This short video from the Walsh University Archives explores the university’s original coat of arms, once prominently used in official materials and campus symbols. It highlights the meaning behind each element of the design—such as the cross, open book, and fleur-de-lis—and explains how these symbols reflect the university’s Catholic identity, educational mission, and founding values. The video offers a thoughtful look at how heraldry connects to institutional heritage and visual storytelling.
This video explores the festive tradition of Oktoberfest at Walsh University, celebrated throughout the 1980s and early 1990s. Archivist Katie Hutchison shares memories and archival materials from these lively campus events, offering a nostalgic look at student life, community spirit, and cultural celebrations.
This video spotlights the ceremonial medallion worn by Walsh University presidents during formal academic events such as commencements and convocations. Archivist Katie Hutchison shares the history and symbolism of the medallion, offering insight into its role as a visual representation of presidential authority and institutional tradition.