Canisius University Professor and Associate Dean Mark R. Harrington MS ’10, MS ’22, EdD, is the 2025 recipient of the Magis Award for Excellence in Leadership. Conferred by the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities’ (AJCU) network for Jesuit Student Success, the award honors an individual who demonstrates excellence in their leadership of people, programs and practices and whose dedication and commitment have had a significant impact on the academic and personal success of students. AJCU recognized Harrington, specifically, for integrating Ignatian values into his work to create an environment that fosters growth, motivation and achievement in students and faculty, alike.
“Dr. Harrington’s visionary leadership as the founding chair and president of the AJCU Student Success Network exemplifies the Ignatian ideal of Magis—striving for the greater good,” says Andy Wilson, PhD, senior associate vice president of student success at Loyola University Chicago. “His diligence and commitment to equity, collaboration, and student-centered innovation have laid a foundation that will uplift generations across Jesuit institutions.”
Colleagues across the Jesuit network nominated Harrington for his innovative strategies, unwavering support of colleagues, and passion for student success, which has inspired students to reach their full potential and thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Additionally, his colleagues applauded his demonstrated leadership, building upon the Jesuit Student Success Network, laying the foundation through initiatives such as the creation of our constitution and executive board, while staying true to the grassroots origins.
Harrington served as the founding chair and inaugural president of the Jesuit Student Success Network when it was established in 2023 for the purpose of sharing strategies and best practices across the network’s 27 member institutions. In this role, he set the tone for a culture of shared leadership and responsibility for the Ignatian mission, developing opportunities for professional growth for his Jesuit colleagues.
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Submitted by: University Communications
