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The magazine of Marianapolis Preparatory School
Winter 2016
Majesty, disaster, and rebirth: the Marianapolis campus has a storied past. Depicted here (and cover) is the loss of Carolyn Hall in 1964; an assessment of the damage by Rev. Valentine Atkocius, M.I.C. Superior, Bishop Vincent Hines, and Rev. Joseph Dambrauskas; the addition of a new academic building just two years later; the modern aesthetic.
In This Issue Board of Directors Dan Atwood, Chairman P’01, P’07 Joseph Adiletta ’72 Alyson Aleman ’89 Richard Androlewicz P’99, P’05 Mehdi Anwar Charlie Baron P’93, P’95 Ron Coderre Dave Conrad William DuPont P’10, P’17 Ryan Ford P’13, P’16 Michael Herlihy Sherry Irwin P’09, P’10 Debra LaFiandra P’16, P’17 Paul LaFramboise ’79, P’07, P’10, P’15 Keith O’Hara Raenato Patria ’56 Tammy Rawls P’10, P’12 Mark Russell ’67 Administration Head of School Associate Head of School Assistant Head of School Director of Development Director of Admission Chief Financial Officer Director of Athletics Director of College Placement Director of Summer Programs International Student Advisor Dean of Students and Residential Life
Joseph Hanrahan Karen Tata David DiCicco Susan Andersen Ray Cross Doug Daniels Eric Gustavson Jim Richardson Emily Schäfer Monica Vitale Bennett Wilson
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Alumni Feature and In Memoriam
Down to DC: A Once In A Lifetime Trip to See the Pope
The 36th Annual Golf Tournament Parent & Family Weekend 2015 M Life: Athletics M Life: Arts M Life: Halloween M Life: Rake Day M Life: A Very Marianapolis Christmas M Life: Student Life and Experiential Learning Alumni & Community Soccer Game 2015 and Class Notes
Alumni Events
Contributing Writers: Will Aldenberg ’18, Robin Cassella, Emily Schäfer. Principal photography: Will Aldenberg ’18, Mary Atwood ’07, Karen Carter, Robin Cassella, Zhen Chen ’17, Julia DiNoia ’18, Sabrina Godin ’18, Brian Jacobson, Reanna Kuzdzal ’17, Ben McVety, Cosmo Quercia, Rachel Rogers, Sam Sadowsky, Emily Schäfer, Jake Smith, Mingjia Xi ’18, Bei Zhang. Thanks to all who contributed.
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Welcome. This year, the 90th anniversary of Marianapolis, we reflect on a remarkable
institutional history. We look back at the tremendous growth of our community through the help of extraordinary men and women. We juxtapose extracurricular traditions and academic celebrations over the decades, recognizing how much has progressed, and how even more remains unchanged. Perhaps most critically, we continue to look forward, ensuring as our predecessors did that we help to realize circa 1936
the vast promise of Marianapolis’ future. As we look forward, we must also remember the defining moments that shaped Marianapolis into the institution it is today. The school was built by a group of people who shared a common vision and values that resonate in the 21st century. Those very principles held the community together after the notorious fire of 1964 ripped through campus. The physical devastation to Carolyn Hall was catastrophic. Marianapolis could have closed forever and been a mere footnote in Marian history. The Marians could have opened a new campus at a new location, but they didn’t. It took leaders, visionaries, to come together and make from of the ashes of the past a brighter future for the school. Each year since, those common values have made Marianapolis even stronger than the year before. This year is significant within the Catholic community, too, as Pope Francis made his way to the United States in September. Students and faculty enjoyed a oncein-a-lifetime visit to watch Pope Francis speak, where His Holiness emphasized
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a message of mercy: even the most complex issues in our world can reach lasting, meaningful resolutions through forgiveness, compassion, and generosity. In this issue of our magazine, we look back at the idols and values that have shaped Marianapolis for nearly a century. We celebrate our current students and the unforgettable experiences they have already enjoyed in the 2015-16 school year. We applaud our champions, the girls’ varsity soccer team, who brought home their second SENE championship title in as many years. And we thank our alumni, young and old, for remaining connected to this wonderful community. Whether you graduated in front of Carolyn Hall or under the tent, whether you’re a student, parent, or friend of the school, I hope you will join us for a celebration of our 90th anniversary during Alumni Weekend, May 21-22, 2016. Warm regards,
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A Once in a Lifetime Trip to See the Pope Current students were in elementary school the last time
a papal visit to the United States occurred. As Pope Francis made his way to America in September, the Marianapolis community was on hand to witness the historic event. Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT) provided tickets for a small group from the school to see Pope Francis address a joint session of Congress. Through a lottery drawing in the chapel, 16 students and four teachers were selected to make the journey. On Wednesday, September 23, the group headed south to Washington D.C.; it was dawn on Thursday when they settled on the Capitol Building lawn. Pope Francis addressed the American people at a time of international tumult. In his speech, he shared a vision for healing through care, stewardship, and cooperation: “A nation can be considered great when it defends liberty as Lincoln did, when it fosters a culture which enables people to ‘dream’ of full rights... for all their brothers and sisters, as Martin Luther King sought to do; when it strives for justice and the cause of the oppressed.” Subsequent to his address to Congress, Pope Francis made an appearance from the West Wing of the Capitol building to bless a crowd of thousands. For Marianapolis attendees, it was an unforgettable opportunity to connect with the papal message. Recalls theology teacher Mary Atwood ’07, “Seeing him in person was a wonderfully surreal experience. His words of blessing, spoken in his native Spanish, were particularly touching for a group of students as diverse as Marianapolis’ are.” Students reflected on the impact of their experience: “It was the most powerful feeling of holiness that I have ever felt,” said Alyssa Harvey ’18.
confront questions of faith every day, it was moving to witness the power of God work through each of our students on this pilgrimage to see our Holy Father.”
Spiritus leader Matt Kelly ’17 shared, “Pope Francis is one of the best examples of God’s message. He is a role model in his equal treatment of all people, and this experience strengthened my faith.”
Added Atwood, “Most powerful for me was watching our students live this unforgettable experience. They stood for seven hours, without complaint - not to see Taylor Swift or Harry Styles, but to see Pope Francis. It was remarkable to witness the exuberance of their faith.”
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young adults in the Catholic tradition with a “dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity.” The wording may differ from its Marian Hills College predecessor, but the mission’s focus remains intact and Marianapolis graduates emerge as able contributors to the global frontier.
Marianapolis is part of a great legacy of excellence, a legacy that has become entwined with the lives of so many families who have called this school home, who believe in the unlimited power of education, who carry the torch which was lit 90 years ago by a group of priests who felt they could make a genuine impact on young students. In its 90th school year, the Marianapolis community reflects on the school’s origins from a suburb of Chicago in 1926, when Marian Hills College opened its doors to young men looking to expand their knowledge of the world, their faith, and themselves.
Alumni who have walked the halls attest to the school’s principles with admiration, nostalgia and gratitude. For those who were fortunate enough to call Marianapolis home during their formative years, the education they received can be attributed to their success later in life. “It gave me a very good academic background and it taught me how to think, but even more important, it taught me how to get along with people,” John “Mac” McCarthy ’56 recalls as he reflects on the school’s efforts to educate the whole person.
Rooted in an innate passion for excellence and a desire for academic achievement, the core principles of Marianapolis have remained a constant force in an otherwise evolving institution. Shortly after the school relocated to a mansion in the northeast corner of Connecticut, the vision of the school’s founders, the Marians of the Immaculate Conception, quickly took shape in its new home. Their mission was to educate men to become leaders in the Catholic Church and society at large. They sought a holistic approach to education, taking their students beyond the classroom in both figurative and literal senses.
Mac’s classmate and salutatorian to his valedictorian, Rae Patria ’56, echoes Mac’s statement: “It gave me the ability to analyze and to be independent to a certain degree. Also to be able to be among others in a community, and a good preparedness for future life, in terms of the whole person.” Graduates of Marianapolis do not simply follow a rigorous curriculum; they acquire a form of social intelligence that cannot be measured by a transcript or SAT score. The
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founding fathers knew that combining a traditional education with a strong moral compass was the key to success.
As we celebrate Marianapolis’ 90th year and its achievements along the way, the community also pays homage to the school’s Marian pioneers and those who worked tirelessly in recent years to ensure the school’s success. Names such as Father John Petrauskus, Father Albin Gurklis, Father Casimir Kuckell, Fr. Albin Sheputa, Mr. John Kendrtarvich, and General Norman Smith conjure up vivid memories and emotions in those fortunate to attend Marianapolis during their tenure. They passed the torch to the next generation of Marianapolis leaders: Father Timothy Roth, Marilyn Ebbitt, Brother Brian Manian, Eric Gustavson, and Karen Tata, among others. The impact of these individuals is palpable and genuine, and their teachings are the guiding force not only within Marianapolis’ mission, but also in the way countless alumni live their lives.
“Basically it comes down to caring,” said Rev. Timothy Roth, M.I.C., who has been at Marianapolis for nearly 50 years. “Virtually every priest that was here over the years set a series of values and a series of standards that you were expected to live by. Respect was emphasized strongly.” Students learn how to differentiate between right and wrong and how to be selfless leaders in their community. They are given the tools to apply knowledge learned in the classroom and positively impact the lives of those around them. “It’s about human value. It’s not only math and religion, no. We teach students love,” added Brother Brian Manian, M.I.C.
“The Marian priests were my image of moral upright men. They were larger than life, very imposing figures. They could not help but make a deep impact on you. When you can make a difference in somebody’s life, you’re on to something, and those guys were on to something,” reflected Deacon Karl Buder ’66. While he may not have realized it at the time, the teachings of the Marian priests would dictate Buder’s career path and way of thinking. Ordained a Deacon decades after his graduation from Marianapolis, Buder credits his experience at Marianapolis for his chosen vocation.
Rev. John Petrauskas, M.I.C. Rev. Father John Petrauskas, M.I.C., received his Bachelor of Arts from Marianapolis College in 1939. He was ordained on the front steps of Carolyn Hall in 1943. In 1944, he began teaching, primarily Latin, at Marianapolis. From 1950-1969 and from 1975-1987, he served as Headmaster.
“God touched my heart, and I had to do something. I had to do in a very small way what all those men had done for me. To be to someone else what they were to me was very important to me,” Buder explained.
Described as a “renowned figure” by Deacon Buder ’66, Father John was influential to many of the students he taught. “I think he had been well loved by all those who attended Marianapolis and he was quite favored within the order, having been designated headmaster year after year,” said Rae Patria ’56. Mr. Patria recalled that Father John would give students the day off from classes when they beat their basketball rival, Tourtellotte High School.
Resilience and commitment to excellence throughout Marianapolis’ history was demonstrated after the devastating fire of 1964. Although the main school building, Carolyn Hall, was destroyed and the community was reeling from the death of Brother Alexander Kinsgaila, the school’s mission and its dedication to excellence prevailed. Makeshift classrooms were set up in St. John’s Hall, donations flooded the school, and the community rallied to make sure the school remained open.
Living out his final years at the Matulaitis Nursing Home, he was frequently visited by former students. It was there that Deacon Buder was able to tell Fr. John that it was because of him and the other priests that he became a Deacon. On June 11, 2015, one month after celebrating his 99th birthday, beloved Father John passed away.
“There were a lot of doubts whether or not the school would continue, a lot of doubts. We were all worried,” recalled Augustus Granger ’66. “Father Cas told us all week, ‘This school will continue.’ Not to fret about it.” Continue it did. By 1966 through tremendous support, the
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school was able to construct a new academic building and continue to thrive. What could have caused Marianapolis to close forever instead created a unique bond and life lesson for all of those who lived through it. In 1974, Marianapolis opened its doors to females for the first time. With one year left of high school, Mona Sansoucy ’75 decided to enroll. In its first year of being co-educational, the school had 8 girls in total, with 3 in the senior class.
Rev. Casimir Kuckell, M.I.C. Father Casimir Kuckell, M.I.C., joined Marianapolis in 1957 and served as the Prefect of Discipline for several years. He taught multiple subjects including history, religion, and logic, and coached several teams including wrestling, football, and cross country. An ex-marine described as a “formidable” person, Father Cas left many lasting memories with Augustus Granger ’66. When Father Cas was his wrestling coach, Granger thought he could beat Father Cas in a 1:1 match. Granger recalled, “I finally had him down, and then he just picked me up! I was 155 pounds and he just picked me up like I was a piece of paper and threw me aside!” Despite his hard exterior, Father Cas was an integral part of Marianapolis during his time and was held “in the fondest memory by every student” because he gave himself “totally and completely” to his job, according to his 1965 yearbook dedication.
Sansoucy said, “I always say that it was one of the best years of my life. I loved it. I learned more in that one year than I had in my three previous years of high school.” Sansoucy credits Marianapolis with changing the course of her life: “It was a very important year to the school’s history, and a pretty important year to my history. It made me want to focus up, to set my goals higher.” While she had her eyes set on an associate degree, Marianapolis inspired her to take her education one step further. Mona is a graduate of Quinnipiac University with her bachelor’s in medical technology. Because of her experiences at Marianapolis, Sansoucy sent her children Emily ’08 and Ben ’12 Gaudet to access the same quality education that she did. In fact, the school had such a profound effect on Emily that she is now a faculty member in the science department.
In 1969, Father Kuckell died from injuries sustained in a car accident at age 42. To this day, his tragic passing still evokes strong emotions in those whose lives he touched. To keep his memory alive, Marianapolis gives The Father Casimir Kuckell Memorial Award to the outstanding all-around male and female senior athlete at each graduation.
“I returned simply to come back to the community I loved so much in high school. Marianapolis is special because everyone in the community is incredibly genuine,” Emily Gaudet said. “It’s great hearing stories of how the school used to be from my mom, and as a result of these stories I feel I have a true understanding of what Marianapolis really is at its heart. I feel more connected to the school than I would otherwise, because it has a history in my family. ” Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Marianapolis began to see an increase in its international student population. For many international students, then and now, the time spent at Marianapolis is the foundation for maturation into adulthood. Thousands of miles away from the comfort of home, these young men and women quickly adjust to a different culture, language, and way of life. It is no wonder that for many international students, Marianapolis faculty become their surrogate families and help to transform their outlook on life.
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Throughout history, and in the present, every structural addition to campus has been purposeful, keeping the students at the forefront of every decision. “It’s the students we serve, so we have to make sure we’re giving our students every opportunity for success,” reflected Head of School Joe Hanrahan. “It’s going to take our alumni, our teachers, our parents, in a concentrated effort over the next several years to really continue to help the school and give the students facilities to set them up with opportunities for success in the future.”
As the school’s enrollment continued to grow throughout the decades, the campus expanded as well. In 1968, the Athletic Complex opened, which improved the sports program tenfold. In 1989, the Chapel and Dining Room opened; 35-year Marianapolis veteran and Athletic Director Eric “G” Gustavson described these additions as “vital” components to the Marianapolis culture.
What began as a local institution for higher education has transformed into a sprawling center for excellence, and has remained loyal to the founding principles of the Marians, even 90 years later.
“We used to eat in the basement of St. John’s. The addition of the Dining Hall really helped to increase the interaction between the boarding and day students,” Gustavson explained. “It allowed for people to meet and gather, and really provided a sense of community.”
“We can’t be where we are without the Marian fathers and all that they did to set the foundation for what is and has become the Marianapolis way,” stated Joe Hanrahan. “We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us.”
Having witnessed many structural changes to the campus over the years, Gustavson beams with pride. His crowning achievement will be completed this spring: a track and turf field. “It brings a tear to my eye when I look out at the track,” Gustavson said with a smile. “I never thought there would be a track and field behind my office. It’s been a wonderful experience to be here and see this growth.” The track and field will not only provide ample opportunities to Marianapolis students, but will contribute to the wellness and quality of the Marianapolis experience for all community members. 8
Class of 1968 alumnus Paul Lango may have said it best: “My heart is at Marianapolis.” Though decades have passed and people have come and gone, Marianapolis has stood the test of time. It is not just a building; it is not just a school. It has captured the hearts of those who have passed through its iconic gates, and will continue to flourish for the next 90 years and beyond. P R
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Brother Brian Manian, M.I.C., has been affiliated with Marianapolis since 1985. During his time at Marianapolis, he served in the roles of Assistant Resident Director and Assistant Dean of Students. Br. Brian spent a considerable amount of time in the dorms, particularly St. John’s, and to boarding students, he served as a role model, mentor, and father figure.
Eric Gustavson, or as he is better known, “G,” started his career with Marianapolis in 1982, fresh out of college. Always a history teacher, “G” could be seen as a dorm prefect in his earlier years and on the soccer field. “G” assumed the position of Athletic Director thirty years ago and continues to serve in that role today. As coach of the boys’ varsity soccer team for 33 years, “G” accumulated a record of 347 wins, 200 losses, and 75 ties. For the 2015 season, “G” hung up his cleats as coach and passed the torch to his son and fellow faculty member Abraham ’07. Upon his soccer retirement announcement, Marianapolis was flooded with warm wishes.
“Br. Brian, to me and to all of the students that had the privilege to be dorm students, was the maximum authority in the dorm. But also for many of us, he was a friend and a father,” said Felix Sansores ’00. “I’m proud to say with 100 percent certainty that I consider us friends, even 16 years after my graduation. His friendship will always have a spot in my top Marianapolis memories.”
Adrienne Swenson ’86 recalls a particular basketball practice with “G.” With the team completely exhausted, “G” asked for one more drill. “He pointed out that even when I didn’t have much ‘gas left in the tank’, I still got up and kept going,” she said. “Whenever I even think about giving up or not pursuing something difficult, I always think back to that moment in the court when “G” yelled ‘one more’.”
While he may no longer work directly with students, Brother Brian is still extremely active with alumni. He often accompanies the Development Office to alumni events and also serves as an advisor to the Head of School, traveling with Joe Hanrahan to visit alumni families.
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Marianapolis could not have asked for a more picturesque September day on which to host its 36th Annual Golf Tournament. With both morning and afternoon shotguns, cocktail hour, dinner and a live auction, this year’s event welcomed 150 guests. Thompson’s Raceway Golf Club was once again host to the tournament. The 2015 event raised over $50,000 towards scholarship funding for local students. Among those volunteering to help facilitate the fundraiser were current Marianapolis parents and scholarship recipients. “Each year we are overwhelmed by the support from our sponsors, donors, players and volunteers and this year is certainly no different,” said Susan Andersen, Director of Development.
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As always, Marianapolis extends its gratitude to all of the participants and volunteers who made the golf tournament possible, including the 2015 Tournament Sponsors The Mousseau Family John ’74, Peter ’79, David ’80, and Ann Mousseau Noack
1st Place Co-Ed Paul LaFramboise ’79 & Nancy LaFramboise P’07, P’10, P’15, Jeff LaFramboise ’07, and Paul Raps (Score: 61)
Rampco Construction Company – Dudley, MA Richard Androlewicz – Board Member, Jonathan ’99, and Jenna ’05
Closest to the Pin Women: Dawn Menoche Men: Andrew Charon
Resources Management Corp. – West Hartford, CT Michael Herlihy – Board Member
Long Drive Women: Beth Aulenback Men: Kurt Battey
Thompson Electrical Contractors – Quinebaug, CT
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Parent & Family
This October, hundreds gathered on campus to celebrate Parent and Family Weekend 2015. From Thursday to Saturday, moms and dads had the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their children’s teachers to discuss classroom successes and areas of growth.
In a historic change, the school included two major events on Friday evening: the L.E.A.P. Week Expo and the annual College Fair. Families explored which experiential learning opportunity would be ideal for March 2016, and simultaneously inquired with nearly 50 college and university representatives from throughout the U.S.
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Friday also saw juniors honored in a landmark year with the presentation of class rings at Ring Day Mass, and all four classes celebrating at the Fall Fling. Adults had a chance to become more familiar with the college research tool Naviance, master nuances of the online learning system Canvas, and attend the Fall Pep Rally. On Saturday, all fall teams competed at home; the Knights earned victories in varsity and JV volleyball as well as boys’ and girls’ varsity soccer. Meanwhile, students opted to “Break the Code for the Cause,” getting their hair streaked pink by Finally Lisa’s Hair Salon to promote breast cancer awareness. P R
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Athletics Fall Sports Wrap Up Boys’ Varsity Crew The boys’ crew team continued to improve in the program’s third year. The team saw the addition of a novice boat, which will certainly be beneficial as the program grows. The boys had an 11th out of 13 finish at the Head of the Merrimack regatta and a 19th out of 24 finish at the Textile River Regatta. Special accolades went to Nick Alessandro ’17, Most Valuable Oarsman, and to Olivia Duncan ’19, who navigated the team as coxswain.
Girls’ Varsity Crew It was a historic season for the girls’ crew team as they competed in the Head of the Charles, a major milestone for the crew program. With a time of 23:22, the team left its mark. The girls finished 5th out of 11 at the Head of the Merrimack Regatta and 23rd out of 29 at the Textile River Regatta. With the help of Most Valuable Oarswoman Suzanne Ellis ’17, the team is poised for an excellent spring season.
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The boys’ team went 9-6-2 for the first season under the tutelage of Coach Abe Gustavson ’07. The team made it to the semi-finals of the SENEs but fell short to St. Andrew’s 5-4. The team reflects on defeats against Suffield and Pomfret as well as big wins against Greens Farms and St. Andrew’s. Though the team will lose a number of strong seniors, it looks forward to 2016 with leadership from rising senior captains Dalton Bodreau, Arber Isufi, and Drew Collari.
The boys’ cross country season was filled with personal records. At the SENE championship, the boys placed 5th; they followed up with a 25th place finish at the New England Championships. A notable performance came from captain Josh Eilerman ’16, whose time of 18:43 was the second fastest time by any MPrep runner in the past five years and earned him an SENE medal. The team will lose Ryan Barishian ’16 and senior co-captains Eilerman and Alex Murphy.
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Varsity volleyball finished the season with an impressive 12-6 record. A highlight from the season was the come-from-behind victory over Pomfret, the first time the team has been victorious against Pomfret on the court. Sophia Widmeyer ’17 earned the award of Most Valuable Player and senior captain Doreen Reagan earned the Coaches’ Award for her dedication to the team. While graduating four seniors, the team will remain strong with a mixture of underclassmen to fill out the roster.
Girls’ cross country faced a rebuilding year after seeing only two returning runners. Nevertheless, the team had numerous personal records, placed 4th at the SENE championship, and 19th at New Englands. Freshman standout Molly Romprey led the team with a PR of 22:25. The team will say goodbye to senior captain Samantha Ellis, along with seniors Eliska Popova and Alessia Nannetti, but remains strong in the hands of rising captain Emily Maguire ’18.
Sub-Varsity • The novice boys’ crew team finished 18th out of 39 at their first appearance at The Head of the Fish in Saratoga Springs, NY. • Boys’ JV soccer went 4-8-1 with a notable shutout victory against Cheshire Academy. • Boys’ IIIs soccer finished with a 4-10 record, earning a big “W” 5-0 against St. Thomas More School. • Girls’ JV soccer earned a 5-5-4 record; wins included an impressive 2-0 victory against Loomis Chaffee. • Girls’ JV gold volleyball went 3-6 this fall, with a final-point, 3-2 win in their last contest vs. Worcester Academy. • The girls’ JV maroon volleyball team finished with a winning 5-4 season; four of their five wins were 2-0 shutouts.
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It was an incredible season for the girls’ varsity soccer team, who finished 17-4-3, with another SENE championship title. The team faced stiff competition against SENE rivals and notched an impressive shutout against Providence Country Day. Despite several injuries, the team rallied to defeat Wheeler School in a rematch for the SENE title, taking it 2-1 for the second year in a row. Earning a third seed in the NEPSAC playoffs, the girls defeated Greens Farms Academy in the quarterfinal, but ultimately fell to St. Luke’s 1-1 (3-4 PKs) in a nail-biter semi-final match. The team loses four seniors, Caroline Soucy, Francesca Lupini, Kayla Bolduc, and Delainey O’Connor, but looks forward to next season with young talent including SENE All Star Anna Bagley ’19.
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Theatre: This November, the Marianapolis Drama Club presented “The Poet and the Rent,” a comedic short play by David Mamet. It followed the poet, played by Jiayu “Tommy” Wang ’16, in a series of events that transpire when he is unable to pay his rent. The eight-person cast was directed by drama veteran Bob Sloat, with Lillian Irwin ’10 serving as the associate director. Dance: The Winter Dance Show, entitled “Brave,” showcased the theme of courage throughout numerous dance numbers. All five performances were choreographed by instructor Kendra Sumner and featured dancers at all skill levels. The night ended with a moving performance to “Brave” by Sara Bareilles, in which the dancers wore t-shirts adorned with their insecurities and “fought” with them to show that they were more than their flaws.
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Visual Arts: The Winter Art Show featured over 90 artists from Photo I, Painting, Art Foundation I, Advanced Placement Studio Art, Sculpture and Digital Photo. Attendees were able to view various art forms from oil paintings and pencil drawings to sculptures and photographic prints. Music: The annual Christmas Concert, directed by Ben McVety, John Abigana and Mary Atwood ’07, featured an array of musical stylings. Highlights included a Spanish dance carol “Fum, Fum, Fum,” “Silent Night,” performed in four different languages including sign language by Jillian Ormerod ’19, “All Ye Who Music Love” directed by Isabella DiNoia ’16, Beethoven’s “Allegretto,” performed by the Orchestra, a moving rendition of “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother” performed by the Rock Band, and a lively arrangement of “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” performed by the Jazz Band. All groups came together at the end for an audience sing-along to Christmas classics.
Delia Hannon ’17, Fangqi “Victoria” Liang ’19, and Tessa O’Leary ’19 in the “Poet and the Rent.”
Jiayu “Tommy” Wang ’16 as the Poet and Yulun “Krystal” Wu ’19.
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Students got in the Christmas spirit for the annual holiday sweater day 1) Juniors Simone Fournier, Spencer Bodreau, & Taylor Pacheco 2) Alessandra Caparso ’17, Courtney Cryan ’18, Mimi Vo ’17 & Olivia Gould ’17 3) Seniors Camile Harvanek & Lydia Tourtellotte
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The Turkey Dip team plunged into Quaddick Lake on Thanksgiving morning to raise funds and awareness for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Kayla McGovern ’18 rode at equestrian practice. New this year, the equestrian team practices at Woodstock Acres in Woodstock, CT.
The Auger family enjoyed the Marianapolis Family Network Dinner with host student Wing ‘Theo” Yin Li ’18. Alisa Bowens, owner of Alisa’s House of Salsa in New Haven, CT taught the community how to Salsa Dance to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Seniors Tyler Lefebvre, Jiayu “Tommy” Wang, George Murphy and Alex Murphy were hypnotized by Jim Spinnato at this year’s hypnotist show.
Bayer House took home the trophy for the girls’ dorms in the annual Lord Thompson Cup floor hockey tournament.
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Jiayu “Tommy” Wang ’16 showed off his catch during the Fly Fishing expedition.
Jordan Frye ’17 and Chris Lundt ’16 geared up for cranberry bogging.
Seniors Isabella DiNoia, Caroline Soucy, and Lam “Cathy” Chan tried “Paint Your Pet,” where students learned how to capture their four-legged friends on canvas.
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Yingxuan “Elyse” Chen ’17 was among 20 students to learn anti-gravity yoga.
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ALUMNI & COMMUNITY SOCCER GAME As is tradition, the varsity boys’ soccer team faced off against the alumni team comprised of faculty, alumni, and other community members during Parent and Family Weekend. While both teams gave it their all, the alumni team came out on top with a score of 2-1.
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Paul Lango participated in the Vermont Seniors Track meet in Burlington this past June. He placed first in his age group in the shot put, second in the triple jump, and third in the 100 and long jump.
Vincent Mikoloski celebrated his 58th birthday this past October by completing his first Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. He completed the 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile marathon in under the 17 hour mandatory time limit to officially be called an Ironman.
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Rev. Dr. Bob LaRochelle has written his sixth book, entitled A Home United: Strategies for Couples with Different Religious Beliefs and published by Energion. Rev. Dr. LaRochelle holds a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Chicago Theological Seminary. He is currently a pastor in team ministry at Christ the King Lutheran in Windsor, Conn. 28
Chris Mamunes lives in Pasadena, Md, with his wife Julie and his children. He graduated from Washington College in 1981 and served 4 years as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Marine Corps. In 1985, he began his investment career with Alex. Brown & Sons in Baltimore, Md. P R
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2004 David Blanchette recently began working at J&D Civil Engineers, LLC in North Grosvenordale, Conn. He performs both surveying and engineering functions. Prior to J&D, Daniel worked for Pacific Structural and Forensic Engineer Group in Ventura, Calif., and General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Conn. He is a graduate of UConn where he received his BS in Civil Engineering and BA in German Studies in 2009.
Jennifer Barrette Trainor is the Senior Director of Marketing, USA at Plan International, one of the world’s largest childcentered community development organizations. It operates in 51 countries across Africa, the Americas, and Asia to improve the quality of life for more than 56 million children. Jennifer had the chance to visit Guatemala last fall to see Plan’s programs in action. Her son, Noah, is also a freshman at Marianapolis.
2005 Leah Johnson moved from Germany to England this past June. She works at Abbott, a healthcare company, and is a Demand Manager supporting the Abbott Diabetes Care business in the UK and Ireland.
1994 Jennifer Mindek Beckham is married to Todd Beckham of Cambridge, Mass. The couple lives on Cape Cod and performs with the music community there and in Boston. She works for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. She lived in Charleston, S.C., Seabrook, Tex., and Boulder, Colo., before moving to the Cape. Todd teaches at Harvard University, conducts choral groups on the Cape and in Cambridge, and is a documentary producer, composer, and genealogist.
2006 Michael Ciesla and Kyle Lynch are living in San Diego, Calif., following four years as college roommates. After successfully owning his own tax and accounting firm in Putnam, Conn., for several years, Michael decided to reunite with Kyle on the west coast. Kyle received his MBA from Franklin Pierce University. Michael is pursuing a career in modeling, while Kyle works in the insurance industry and hopes to have his photography featured in local galleries.
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Joe Miller was accepted into Teach For America and is teaching high school social studies in Hartford, Conn. He also coaches baseball and basketball and hopes to start a school newspaper.
Cassandra Bent was recently elected the chief information and technology officer of the Legal Marketing Association, New England chapter. She is a senior business development specialist at Mintz Levin. Lauren Ellis Zinger was recently married and now lives in Midland, Mich. She is a chemical engineer for Dow Corning.
2007 Kathryn Remillard married Gonzalo Cruz Blanco on May 16, 2015 in Sutton, Mass. Kathryn Remillard Cruz and her husband live in Hudson, Mass.
2009 Elise Trudel has just accepted a position as an English Teacher and Librarian at Notre Dame School of Manhattan. This is her first full-time position as a teacher after graduating from Teachers College, Columbia University.
2012 Lauren St. Onge is a concept artist at Harmonix Music Systems in Boston, Mass. She has worked on the video games Rock Band 4 and Fantasia: Music Evolved. Lauren also designs book covers, most notably the cover for “Ancillary Justice� by Ann Leckie. Lauren teaches a Master Class at Worcester Polytechnic Institute called Concepting for Video Games and has been involved in panel discussions at PAX East.
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Thomas Cahill is an ROTC cadet at the University of Connecticut. He recently graduated from the Cadet Leader Course at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Vanessa Wallace (right) enlisted in the US Army this past summer and graduated Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonardwood in Missouri.
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Samantha DiStefano is a junior psychology and philosophy double major at Emmanuel College in Boston, Mass. She recently interned at the Bridge of Central Massachusetts, a nonprofit human service agency in Worcester, Mass.
Coach Lauren Moore, teammates and friends traveled to witness the first basketball game for Providence Friar Rachel Aho. Her collegiate career is off to a great start; she has earned playing time throughout her freshman season.
Michael Mallory was named to the Northeast-10 Honor Roll for his basketball prowess at nationally ranked (#9) Southern Connecticut State University in December. In the 2014-2015 season, he set a program single season record with 90 made three pointers, and played all 32 games with 18 starts.
Ryan “Boz” Bernstein, in his freshman basketball season at University of Maine, earned Player of the Game honors against Dartmouth College with 10 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.
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Ben Mandile spent the fall in Kathmandu, Nepal volunteering with All Hands, an American non-profit NGO helping to rebuild the lives of the Nepali people after a devastating earthquake hit the area in April. Ben was the Team Leader for the wire team of a project called 50 Hands, which built temporary homes for the people of the Halchowk district of Kathmandu. Ben will be attending college at Fort Lewis in Durango, Colorado next fall where he will study Adventure Management in the hopes of becoming a trekking guide. To read Ben’s full story, visit www.marianapolis.org/benmandile.
Carly Quinn helped lead the Roger Williams women’s soccer team to a 20-1-3 record this fall. She played over 1700 minutes – and every single game – of the CCC championship season. The Hawks earned their only loss of the year in the second round of NCAA national tournament competition.
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ALUMNI FEATURE For the past 30 years, Bill Malinowski ’77 has worked for The Providence Journal. He has covered a wide range of topics from corrupt politicians and organized crime to federal bankruptcy and guns and gang violence.
In 2014, Malinowski was named a “master reporter” by the New England Society of Newspaper Editors and also received the Sevellon Brown New England Journalist of the Year award for his work on the three-part series, “The Cost of a Bullet.” “We figured out that a young person killed can cost the public up to $5 million dollars,” Malinowski explained. Malinowski left The Providence Journal in April after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. Recently, Malinowski received a contract to write a book on Rhode Island organized crime figure Charles “The Ghost” Kennedy, due out in August 2016.
Following his PG year at Marianapolis, Malinowski went on to Connecticut College, where he played basketball and graduated in 1981 with a degree in European History and Anthropology. He worked as a reporter in Tempe, AZ, and Denver, CO, before beginning his award-winning career at The Providence Journal.
“The book is a wild ride through Kennedy’s criminal career,” Malinowski said. The book has an excellent chance to be turned into a film and is also part of a podcast by Marc Smerling who is behind “The Jinx” on HBO.
IN MEMORIAM Francisco Chuidian Delgado III ’68 passed away on March 11, 2009, after a short battle with cancer. He left behind his wife, Ros Ros, children Francisco IV, Maria Ines, and Juan Miguel, sonin-law Leopolodo Chukri Prieto III, grandchildren Natalia and Carolina, his father Francisco C. Delgado, siblings Isabel, Ricardo, Jose Marie, Susie and Ana. His son Francisco IV shared that he will be remembered as “a happy man who loved adventure and a good laugh…who gave an extraordinary amount of support to his friends and family…and who always made it easy for people to simply be themselves around him no matter what the circumstances.” For more on the life of Francisco Delgado III, please visit www.marianapolis.org/delgado.
brother and sister-in-law Hugh and Suzanne Krajewski of China, ME. Alex will also be dearly missed by Joanne’s children, Mark Pollio and Christine Cooney and their families and his nephews Aaron, Levi, Sam and their families. Alex leaves many beloved friends and his former wife, Marcia Krajewski. Alex was predeceased by his younger son, Daniel Krajewski.
Alexander H. Krajewski ’63 of Windsor, VT passed away unexpectedly at home on May 9, 2015, from surgical complications. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Finance from Boston College and attended graduate school at the University of Tennessee. Alex will be passionately missed by his companion, Joanne Pollio, his son and daughterin-law Jay and Elizabeth Krajewski of Coventry, CT, and his 32
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Boston area alumni reconnected at the annual Boston Area Alumni Reception at the Hampshire House in December.
Shigero Nakagawa ’91, Mari Tamura ’92, and Jumpei Kubo ’97, met with Br. Brian Manian and Head of School Joe Hanrahan in Tokyo in November.
Eric “G” Gustavson with former student Adrienne Swenson ’86 at the Boston Area Alumni Reception.
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