Maureen O'Connor, President Emerita
Biography
Maureen O’Connor, Ph.D., J.D., served as President of Palo Alto University (PAU) from 2016 to 2025.
Congratulations to the 300+ graduates of Palo Alto University’s Class of 2025, who gathered on June 14 at the San José Civic Center to celebrate the culmination of years of dedication, growth, and community impact.
As this academic year comes to a close, so too does my time as President of Palo Alto University.
As part of Palo Alto University’s annual Celebration Week, the Division of Finance and Operations and the People Operations department hosted our Staff Appreciation Celebration on Thursday, June 12—a joyful and heartfelt gathering dedicated to recognizing the remarkable staff who form the foundat
On Friday, June 6, the PAU community came together for a lively night of baseball, connection, and summer spirit as the San Francisco Giants took on the Atlanta Braves at Oracle Park. Hosted by the Department of Alumni Relations, the event brought together an impressive 83 attendees, including alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends, and families.
On Friday, June 13, Palo Alto University gathered at the Mountain View Campus to honor the outstanding contributions of its faculty during the fourth annual Faculty Distinction Awards, a signature Celebration Week event.