Emilio & Elizabeth Salabarria
Valrico, Florida
Parents of Emilio Salabarria, Class of 2011

Emilio and Elizabeth Salabarria fell in love with their son Emilio Jr’s decision to attend Saint Leo University. “The staff of SLU developed a personal relationship with us and made the school feel more like a community than just a school,” the Salabarrias said.

“The most important factor for choosing Saint Leo University was the class size and the personal interest that everyone demonstrated while on our visits to the school and on the many telephone calls,” the Salabarrias added.

Saint Leo University prides itself on a offering a large university atmosphere with the draw of a small campus and student to faculty ratio. The Salabarrias stress that “Saint Leo University is set apart due to its personal commitment put into each student to ensure that they get the best possible education. Our son is a person and not a number; they know who he is and how he is doing when we call SLU.”

Saint Leo University not only offers excellent educational services, but it offers a place for students to grow. The Salabarrias were amazed at their son’s transformation. “We have seen our son become more responsible, respectful, understanding, and studious since attending Saint Leo University.”