With great sorrow and dismay, the Lake Garda community mourns the loss of Franco Anelli, the Magnificent Rector of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan. The news of his death has deeply affected Mariastella Gelmini, President of the Garda Community, who wanted to remember Anelli’s extraordinary human and professional qualities.
A Visionary Leader
Franco Anelli was not only a prominent academic but also a man endowed with great scientific rigor and professionalism. These characteristics were particularly evident during the establishment of the Garda Tourism Observatory (OTG), a project strongly desired by both him and President Gelmini. This observatory was outlined during a summit at the Brescia university campus in April 2022 and officially sanctioned with a memorandum of understanding in December of the same year.
Contribution to the Garda Tourism Observatory
The Garda Tourism Observatory represents one of Anelli’s most important legacies to the local community. The project aims to monitor and improve the tourist experience in the Garda region, thus contributing to the sustainable development of the area. The dedication and commitment exerted by Anelli in this project have left an indelible mark on the recent history of the community.
Gratitude and Esteem
The Garda Community expresses deep gratitude towards Franco Anelli for his significant contribution. “We will always remember him with great esteem,” said Mariastella Gelmini, emphasizing how much he was appreciated not only as a rector but also as a person committed to improving society through education and research.
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