"I do feel quite strongly that Harvard offers a lot to a wide variety of people," she added. "The sacrifice families are making are well worth it."
Fitzsimmons pointed to another important quality that the search committee looked for in candidates. Personability and sensitivity are crucial, he said, for people working in student service areas.
"The director here has another role, one which may be unique to Harvard," he said. "She'll have a role in the admissions process."
Donohue will also need to be a "team leader" in an office with a close-knit staff.
"She'll be a wonderful colleague, fine administrator, and a terrific team leader," McGrath-Lewis said. "We pride on ourselves on our ability to work as a team and serve Harvard students graciously."
All looks good for Donohue as she gets ready for her new role. Byerly Hall will be glad to have a new director, and Donohue said she is glad to back.
"The professional staff is really superb but it will be a great relief to all of us to have a financial aid director, as well as a pleasure," McGrath-Lewis said.
Donohue said she is eagerly awaiting her new job.
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