Bulldogs in the Buggy

Bulldogs in the Buggy continues with President Father Jim and our newest guest, Bridey Lawler ’26. Bridey is a Pharmaceutical Marketing major from Macungie, PA, and she shares what drew her to DeSales, how she’s grown here, and what it has meant to find a true sense of community on campus.Filmed on campus in the DeSales Virtual Production Studio.

Welcome to a series from DeSales University featuring our President, Fr. Jim! Fr. Jim takes our newest guest, Criminal Justice student Adam Perone, and learns about the unique perspectives that individuals with disabilities bring to DeSales.Filmed on campus in the DeSales Virtual Production Studio.

Bulldogs in the Buggy continues with President Father Jim and our newest guest, fellow Philadelphian Skylar Hazelwood ’26. In this episode, Skylar shares what it was like transferring to DeSales University and finding her place in the community. A Supply Chain Management major with a minor in Ethical Leadership, she offers a thoughtful look at the choices and connections that shape a college journey.Filmed on campus in the DeSales Virtual Production Studio.

Bulldogs in the Buggy continues with President Father Jim and our newest guest, Tyler McCulloch ’26. In this episode, Tyler shares his DeSales story and reflects on resilience in the face of adversity. A triple major in TV/Film, Business Administration, and Marketing, Tyler also brings the drive of a track student-athlete to everything he does on and off the field.Filmed on campus in the DeSales Virtual Production Studio.

Bulldogs in the Buggy continues with a meaningful conversation featuring two DeSales students alongside President Father Jim. In this full episode, Moniquita Guerin ’26 (Medical Studies) and Valeria Guerin ’28 (Nursing) share some of their favorite places on campus and reflect on the faith life at DeSales University, offering a thoughtful look at how community and purpose shape the student experience.

Bulldogs in the Buggy returns with Episode 3, featuring Maya Jean Cappello ’26, a Musical Theatre major at DeSales University. In this episode, President Father Jim sits down with Maya to learn more about her DeSales experience and celebrate the students who bring talent, dedication, and creativity to our campus community.

In this episode of Bulldogs in the Buggy, Father Jim is joined by senior student-athlete Amy Wood for a candid and thoughtful ride across campus that reflects on her DeSales journey and what it truly means to be a Bulldog.Amy shares how a chance meeting with the softball coaching staff led her to DeSales, why she immediately felt connected to the campus community, and how her experience as a residential student shaped her growth both personally and academically. From her favorite gathering spot at the University Center “DUC” to life in the residence halls, Amy reflects on the relationships that made DeSales feel like home.The conversation explores her path from elementary education to sport management, highlighting the mentorship of faculty who played a key role in her development. Amy also discusses her 12-credit internship at Villanova University, where she gained hands-on experience in facilities and event operations across multiple sports—an opportunity that helped clarify her professional goals.As a student-athlete, Amy speaks about balancing academics and athletics, the importance of time management, and the values instilled through Division III sports. She also shares the impact of team service through Special Olympics, emphasizing how service, hospitality, and community are lived out beyond the classroom.The episode concludes with reflections on being a first-generation college student, the support of her family, the lifelong bonds formed through athletics and friendships, and her hopes that DeSales continues to preserve the close-knit, values-driven culture that defined her four years.A heartfelt conversation about growth, gratitude, and becoming who you are meant to be, and being that well! 

Episode 1: Bulldogs in the Buggy with Fr. Jim & Student Body President Bobby Dingell! In the premiere episode of Bulldogs in the Buggy, President Fr. Jim takes a ride across campus with Senior Bobby Dingell—student body president, baseball standout, and one of DeSales’ most involved student leaders. Together, they explore Bobby’s journey from his first visit to campus to his biggest moments of Bulldog pride, the mentors who shaped his leadership, and how faith and servant leadership guide his approach to life. From memories at Weiland Park to insights from the NCAA Student-Athlete Leadership Forum and his marketing/data analytics path, Bobby reflects on how DeSales has prepared him to “be who you are and be that well.” A warm, inspiring kickoff to the series.