A Message From President Johnson | Remembering Don Shula '51

Dear Members of the John Carroll University Community,

Today, we mourn the loss of one of the finest coaches in the history of football, Don Shula, a member of the Class of 1951.

He will be remembered by most for his Hall of Fame NFL coaching career. But his impact on our community cannot be overlooked. He set a high standard for future JCU alumni looking to play, coach, or work in the NFL. Today, Don Shula Stadium and the Shula Chair in Philosophy stand as clear reminders of the man who never forgot his roots.

Our condolences go out to his family, along with the thanks of a community grateful for his generosity and example.

For more on Coach Shula and his impact on John Carroll University, please visitjcu.edu/donshula.

Best wishes,

Michael D. Johnson, Ph.D. President, John Carroll University