John J. Petillo

Dr. John J. Petillo was named president of Sacred Heart University in March 2011. Before that, he had served as interim president since October 2010 and dean of the University’s Jack Welch College of Business since March 2009. Under his leadership, Sacred Heart has experienced unprecedented growth both academically and physically. During his tenure, the University has added or begun construction on approximately 10 new buildings, not including extensive renovations at the West Campus site that formerly house GE’s worldwide headquarters. In addition, the University has added the Colleges of Education and Nursing and the School of Computer Science & Engineering as well as many new programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has also greatly expanded international educational opportunities for students under Dr. Petillo.