July 8, 2002

Margurete Walsh Named Director of Human Resources
at La Salle University

Margurete Walsh is no stranger to the educational system. "I have always been affiliated with universities, and I wanted to work in academia, so I was really excited when I saw a position open at La Salle," says Walsh, who recently was named the University's Director of Human Resources in June.

"I am hoping that my education and diverse business background in service management, manufacturing, retail and distribution will greatly benefit the La Salle community," says Walsh, who brings more than 25 years of experience to the field. "Education and work experiences are always transferable. It's the dedication, tenacity and openness to change that move a university forward."

In her position, Walsh will plan, direct, coordinate, counsel and administer the university's human resource functions. The Human Resources department works to maintain human resource services and programs that create a well-balanced and diverse work staff.

Walsh began her human resources career as a personnel coordinator with ARA Services. For the last eight years, she served as the Director of Human Resources for Bayard Sales Corporation.

While working at ARA (her first job), Walsh began taking night classes. "I knew that I had to take it one day and one course at a time. I never thought I would become a professional student," jokes Walsh. "However, I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by great professionals whose expertise provided a solid basis for continued career development." She earned a Bachelors degree in Industrial Relations and an M.B.A. in Finance. Currently she is completing her final phase of doctoral studies in Higher Education Leadership.

"I think that she will perform superbly," says David C. Fleming, La Salle University's Vice President for Business Affairs. "She brings a wealth of knowledge to La Salle, and with the application of her expertise, she'll bring the Human Resources department to a higher plateau."

"The tenure at La Salle speaks for itself," says Walsh. "People will stay in a work environment where they feel appreciated and continue to grow professionally. I want to continue, possibly extend that personal relationship and sense of accomplishment to all departments."

A resident of Doylestown, Walsh and her husband, Jim, have a two-year-old daughter named Michaela. Two of Walsh's nieces are graduates of La Salle.