Sir, – On behalf of Pennsylvania State University, I wish to record my deepest appreciation for the warm hospitality we were shown during our recent visit to Ireland.
It was a magical trip marked by spectacular scenery, friendly people, educational opportunities and a thrilling athletic competition in Croke Park, which is one of the world’s most historic sports venues. Special thanks go to the Gaelic Athletic Association which helped facilitate the trip, and Lord Mayor of Dublin Christy Burke who opened up the city to our student-athletes, coaches and fans.
Thousands of alumni, staff and students have returned to the US with countless memories, and we look forward to building on the cultural, academic and economic development opportunities between Penn State and Ireland’s outstanding colleges, universities and industries.
I believe that you can tell a great deal about people based on their hospitality. Ireland stands tall on that score. – Yours, etc,
ERIC J BARRON,
President,
Pennsylvania State
University,
201 Old Main,
Pennsylvania.