Dr. Gervasi lends a hand during Move-In Day prior to fall semester 2017.
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Reflects “Dr. Gervasi’s love for the Dominican values unites the ODU community. He continually searches for opportunities to strengthen the University’s commitment to service, community, study and prayer. His commitment to faculty, staff and students can be seen in his continued presence at University events, like athletic games, Mass and student programs.” – Carlene Clouse, Class of 2019
“Dr. Gervasi is a caring and passionate person, and he shows himself to be very genuine to students, faculty and staff. He carries himself with a sense of pride, confidence, and most of all, happiness – he is always wearing a smile.” – Shawn Moore, Class of 2020
“Dr. Gervasi is the kind of person who will generate enthusiasm, and people will follow him because he exhibits the characteristics of a leader. He took a lot of time letting me talk and share my ODU experience... he really listened.” – Nick Rees ’80, President and CEO of The Buckeye Ranch
“Dr. Gervasi has brought with him an optimistic leadership style, refreshing energy, and a willingness to openly tackle challenges and celebrate successes. I am thankful Dr. Gervasi has joined the ODU family!” – Kelly Litt ’14, ODU Alumni Council
“Bob Gervasi is a mission-driven leader steeped in our Catholic and Dominican tradition, dedicated to excellence in academics, who also brings to his role as president keen business acumen. He wisely and regularly seeks counsel from ODU Trustees, faculty, staff, and students, and is a committed collaborator. To understand what motivates him, check out the license plates on his family vehicles: C-Truth and B-Peace!” – Sr. Patricia A. Twohill, OP, Prioress of the Dominican Sisters of Peace
“Dr. Gervasi brings such great energy and enthusiasm to Ohio Dominican – it really has infused everything we do – inside and outside of the classroom. His leadership will continue to move ODU forward as we help students become the very best versions of themselves.” – Natalie Kompa, MBA, Associate Professor of Public Relations
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“In his first year, Dr. Gervasi has refocused the Ohio Dominican community toward our core mission with his charismatic leadership. His boundless enthusiasm and energy are evident in each and every conversation he has with alumni, students, staff and community leaders. Along with the rest of the Alumni Council, I look forward to assisting Dr. Gervasi in accomplishing our clearly articulated short- and long-term goals ensuring a strong and healthy future for Ohio Dominican University.” – Valerie Peters Cardwell ’83, Chair of the ODU Alumni Council
“What stands out most to me about Dr. Gervasi is his willingness to serve others. His leadership style matches what we need at ODU—someone who is willing to roll up his sleeves and get his hands dirty building our University into the institution we all know it is capable of becoming. He is a model of servant leadership through his actions, humility and grace.” – Jim Strode, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Sport Management