Lourdes University Welcomes Sister Nancy Linenkugel, OSF, to its Board of Trustees
Recent Congregational Minister for the Sisters of St. Francis has a rich background in education and leadership.
Lourdes University is proud to announce the appointment of Sister Nancy Linenkugel, OSF, to its Board of Trustees, effective July 1, 2025. Sister Nancy, who previously served as the Congregational Minister for the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, brings a rich background in healthcare administration, education, and leadership that is sure to enhance the board’s efforts in shaping the future of Lourdes University.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sister Nancy to our Board of Trustees,” said Dr. William J. Bisset, President of Lourdes University. “During her term as Congregational Minister, she provided invaluable guidance to the Lourdes leadership team. Her extensive experience and commitment to service will continue to benefit our university community.”
Sister Nancy has a diverse background in education and healthcare. She began her career teaching 8th grade from 1971 to 1978 before pursuing her studies in Hospital Administration at Xavier University, where she completed her residency in Erie, Pennsylvania. From 1980 to 1985, she served as Vice President of St. John Medical Center in Steubenville, Ohio, before taking on the role of President and CEO at Providence Hospital in Sandusky, where she led the organization until 2001.
During her tenure at Providence, she earned a Doctorate in Management from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University which provided academic credentials for her to serve as the President of Chatfield College from 2002 to 2008. She subsequently served as Councilor and Congregational Secretary on the elected Leadership Team for the order until 2012. After that she served as Chair of the Department of Health Services Administration at Xavier University until 2020, including one year as interim Dean of the College of Professional Sciences, Xavier’s largest college. In 2021, she was elected Congregational Minister for the Sisters of St. Francis.
Throughout her impressive career, Sister Nancy has received numerous accolades, including her induction into the Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame in 1999 and recognition as a life fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, where she has also served on its national board. A Toledo native, Sister Nancy is not only dedicated to her professional pursuits but is also an accomplished cellist, participating in the Medical Musical Group and recently completing her term as president of the Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra.
Lourdes University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis, and Sister Nancy’s appointment signifies her continued commitment to the values of education, healthcare, and community service.
