Campus community remembers lifelong learner committed to earning his bachelor’s degree
Stephen DiGiovanni, a senior in the University of Delaware College of Arts and Sciences majoring in history with a concentration in American history, passed away on May 18, while studying in the Morris Library. He was 66. In a message to the campus community, UD President Dennis Assanis said, “As we cope with the loss of someone who was part of our Blue Hen family, I ask that you please keep Stephen’s family and friends in your thoughts. As a student who was enrolled in the University’s Over-60 Program, Stephen had a passion for learning.”
“Our condolences go out to Mr. DiGiovanni’s family and friends and to the faculty and fellow students whose classes he enriched with his inquisitive mind and enthusiastic attitude,” said Adam Cantley, dean of students and assistant vice president for student support and advocacy. “He was so near to accomplishing his longtime goal of getting his bachelor’s degree, and I was privileged to inform his family that his degree will be awarded posthumously.”