It seems
like a natural and fluid transition, a parallel to the human life cycle of
birth, maturity, the passing on of our memories and experience, and placing our
legacy into the hands of a new generation.
The future of Liddonfield and the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of
Upper Holmesburg has been determined and that future is bright. Holy Family University has been chosen by the
Philadelphia Housing Authority to develop the parcel of land where Liddonfield
Homes public housing development stood for more than half a century.
The
university will serve as a symbol of progress as the antiquated housing project
(now demolished) transforms into a cradle of higher learning. As part of the arrangement, the university
will provide over a million dollars in scholarships to Philadelphia Housing Authority
students. To them I say, Carpe Diem!
The film Dead Poets’ Society made the phrase Carpe Diem! (Seize the day) an
inspiration for college students hoping to make a difference in the world.
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Lawmakers: PHA Picks Holy Family to Develop Liddonfield Site by Shannon McDonald, Editor, NEast
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