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~ Graduation 2006~

Class of 2006 valedictorian Anna Selling prepares to lead the graduation procession.

Senior members Jean-Phillip Brignol, Robert Bullard, Nick Wilson, Deanna Udchitz, and Gina Costabile perform for the last time with the Spartan Choir at Graduation.

CLASS OF 2006 FILLED WITH ACCOMPLISHMENT It wasn't quite the "Fab 400," but the Marian Catholic 2006 graduating class of 398 certainly was a resounding “fabulous” when it came to accomplishment. Whether the arts, athletics, service or academic scholarship, the Marian Class of 2006 proved it possesses a recipe for success in future endeavors. As the Class of 2006 walked across the stage at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre on May 21, it represented a group of Scholars with a Soul who earned nearly $10 million in college scholarships. From National Merit to AP Scholars to National Honor Society members, the newest members of the Marian Catholic Alumni Association made

the most of their college prep days at Marian. Indeed, it was a day that deserved celebration – a tribute to all those who touched the graduates. "I find it most appropriate today as I look out at you, the Class of 2006, because you're surrounded by your families, friends and teachers," Principal Sr. Kathleen Anne Tait said. "You're nestled in there, if you will, by all those who brought you to this day. "You see, today's graduation marks the culmination of four years of effort and study, successes and opportunities for growth. But the culmination today had roots in your birth...the love of your parents Continued on page 3

FAGAN ’82 MENDS BROKEN HEARTS

Dr. Thomas Fagan ’82

Broken hearts can be mended. Dr. Thomas Fagan ’82 has proven it. A pediatric cardiologist at the University of Iowa College of Medicine, Fagan was the primary advisor and interventionalist in the heart surgery of a five-year old Iraqi boy born with an extremely rare heart condition. Facilitated through an Iowa family with a son serving the military in Iraq, Rebaz Shamsadeen accompanied his father, Subhi, to Iowa in early 2005 to seek advice and a solution for the condition that had led to the death of another son in the family. The eventual successful surgery should allow Rebaz to lead a normal life; however, it did not come without hours of care, study and teamwork from several people like Fagan. “The nice thing about the current state of medicine–for the most part–there’s usually a way to treat most conditions,” explained Fagan, who assumed a new position at Children’s Hospital in Denver on July 1. “Technology is advancing at such a rapid rate. I had a late relative who used to have a similar job, and they would often have to just diagnose situations like this and send patients home.” Continued on page 5

POPULARITY BOOMING FOR LACROSSE PROGRAMS

Coach Mike McCormick (left) huddles with the varsity men’s lacrosse team.

The land on the west end of campus that Marian Catholic cultivated in the last few years certainly has gone to good use. On many spring afternoons, one could camp out on the refurbished Spartan Stadium press box and view as many as eight to 10 practices or competitions. One major reason for all of the spring athletic activity is the explosion in lacrosse interest. With the women’s program completing its first full campaign, the men just finished their third season, as the roster size has swelled near 75. “It’s the fastest growing high school sport in the country,” according to Marian lacrosse founder and men’s coach Mike McCormick. “You don’t need to be big to compete. Players come in all shapes and sizes. They just need to be athletic, tough, and willing to give their all. There are plenty of young men who fit that bill at Marian.” Marian’s men didn’t just compete in 2006. The young Spartan program jumped to a 9-0 season start and eventually earned the top seed in the Lacrosse Cup playoffs. Marian (10-4) eventually dropped a playoff decision to Lake Zurich, but with three levels and so many participants, the season was clearly a success. “Although myself and the team were disappointed with the loss, coaches, parents and players alike were all pleased with what has been accomplished thus far,” McCormick assessed. “Even more exciting is that everyone associated with the program is looking forward to the future. “The players all fell in love with the game. Another reason for the sport taking off at Marian is the camaraderie of the players and support they give each other. Because it is new to them and the school, they are all committed to making lacrosse an important part of Marian Catholic’s athletic program. Because of that commitment, the sport has grown from a novelty to a viable program in a short period of time. “Lacrosse would not be possible at Marian without the parents. Since it is a club, it is self-funded. Most parents were unfamiliar with the game until recently. Purchasing equipment and paying dues isn’t cheap, but parents stepped up because their sons showed such interest. Without funds for refs, busses, uniforms and equipment, the program would have never gotten off the ground.” While younger than the men’s program, the women’s squad also continues to grow in popularity and had more than 50 participants for two teams this year. The other interesting aspect of lacrosse is that it mixes players with experience along with those who are completely new to the sport.

Melissa Gergel ’07 admires her name on the marquis before winning second place at state.

Put all of those factors together and you find Marian Catholic at the forefront of the South Suburbs’ most exciting emerging sports. In women’s track, three straight state titles for Casey Taylor ’05 was a tough act to follow. While Taylor’s talents moved on to the University of Michigan for a track scholarship, junior Melissa Gergel proved to follow in the footsteps very well. A ninth-place finisher in the Class AA pole vault as a sophomore, Gergel qualified for the 2006 state meet and her effort of 12 feet, 6 inches was good for second place in the state. Meanwhile, junior Jenn Borowczak was a state qualifier in one of Taylor’s event, the long jump. The women’s track team also captured its second straight East Suburban Catholic Conference championship. Men’s track saw a trio of state qualifiers, including another pole vault standout. Sophomore Mitchell Erickson was 19th in the state in the pole vault and junior Adam Brzeszkiewicz was 32nd in the state in the 800meter run. Senior John Walter, who qualified for state in cross country as a junior, captured 21st place this spring in the mile run. The senior, junior, sophomore act was also duplicated in men’s tennis, where state qualifiers included sophomore Tim Stanis and the doubles team of Cameron Ruiz (junior) and Luke Coughlan (senior).

FORENSICS: 16 TO NATIONALS The spring also brought great news in the fine arts arena, as the Marian Forensics team qualified 16 performers for the Catholic Forensics Grand Nationals in Chicago. Marian was the lone school from Illinois to advance students to the finals round, as Craig Dettmann ’07 and Alex Stoterau ’07 captured 13th in the nation in Duo Interpretation and Michael Whittaker ’07 was 25th in the nation in Extemporaneous Speaking. “This was an extraordinary record,” moderator Tom Sweeney said of his group, which also completed a second straight perfect season in the Chicago Catholic Forensics League. “This brings great fame to the Chicago Catholic League, as well as to Marian Catholic. It’s great news in a very competitive national field.”

~ Graduation 2006 ~ and families who brought you into being and nurtured you along the way. "Throughout your life and certainly throughout these last four years, a whole community of people helped you discover yourself...helped you find the person God wants you to be." The graduating seniors discovered more than themselves. They discovered incredible accomplishment, whether it was a record 103 AP scholars, being part of a group of 55 Illinois State Scholars or the nucleus of a current 200 National Honor Society members at Marian. This group also continued the traditions that have become expected of Scholars with a Soul–the teamwork of four more successful Calendar Drives, the generosity of four more successful Mission Drives, and the tradition of more than 90 percent voluntary participation in service. "Seniors, this is the big day: the culmination of four years of hard work and tremendous dedication to all that we have been involved in these past four years," Senior Class President Joe DiMaggio recalled. "While it feels like so long ago that we entered Marian as freshmen, I don't know where all that time went. I suppose it flew by while we were in class, at practice, at competitions, at meetings, on Kairos, and spending time with our friends. "Now that these four years are coming to a close today, I want you all to remember that the best parts of high school will continue on; not the research papers and the novels to read, but the memories and time with our friends. I hope you remember all of the good times when you look back at your high school career, and I hope you remember all of the good times when things may not be going your way.

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"The memories have taken four years to build, so they won't be easy to forget." There were many unforgettable moments for the fabulous class. Fine arts students will remember national band finishes and unprecedented state and national success in forensics. Athletes will remember state trophies in women's golf and women's basketball, as well as a school record for victories in men's basketball. Whether or not all goals were achieved, this group learned from all the great experiences. "While at Marian, we learned countless facts from dates in history to math equations," Valedictorian Anna Selling said. "Many of these facts will be forgotten, but amidst the tests and quizzes, we learned about ourselves. We developed talents and discovered new passions. "I know that my fellow classmates will continue on to do great things and make pivotal changes in our world. Wherever we go in life and even after achieving great success, we will always be the Class of 2006 at Marian Catholic. God has great things in store for each of us. Go boldly into the future, follow your dreams, never give up, and reach for the stars.” While May 21 represented a celebration of four outstanding years, it also represented a springboard toward becoming our nation's leaders in the future. "Being an ethical, loving, bright, generous person of service–being a Scholar with a Soul– is the work of a lifetime," according to President Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. ’67. "May God's grace flow always through you as you turn, turn, turn...and a time for every purpose under heaven (the Byrds)." For an Alumni Association that now numbers more than 15,500, we likely haven't seen or heard the last turn of the good news for the Marian Catholic Class of 2006.

UPCOMING EVENTS 2006 REUNIONS MARK YOUR CALENDAR The following classes will be celebrating their reunions in 2006: 1966 – October 7, 2006 1971 – September 9, 2006 1976 – October 21, 2006 1981 – September 8, 2006 1986 – October 21, 2006 1996 – October 21, 2006 2001 – September 8, 2006 You are always welcome to attend the Friday night home games which coincide with the reunions. If you are interested in helping out with your reunion, please contact the Alumni Office (708-756-9770) or alumni@marianchs.com.

DECADE OF CHAMPIONS If you played football or you were a cheerleader in 1966, 1976, 1986, or 1996, you are welcome to come to the annual Decade of Champions celebration. Relive memories with your teammates by coming to the 7:30 p.m. home football game against Carmel of Mundelein on Friday, September 8, 2006 and join us for a gathering immediately following the game.

HOMECOMING GATHERING

Susan Pulcini,, Anne Pulcini,, Scott Pulcini ’90 holding his daughter Sofia, Victoria Pulcini and Krista Pulcini ’94 were among honored guests at the Pulcini Baseball Tarp dedication.

This year’s annual Alumni Gathering will take place on Friday, October 6, 2006 in the East Gym following the 7:30 p.m. football game against Marist. Come and join fellow alumni for pizza, drinks, music, and memories.

If you are interested in helping plan your reunion, please contact the Alumni Office (708-756-9770) or alumni@marianchs.com.

ALUMNI SPEAKERS HELP MAKE CAREER DAY BIG SUCCESS

Pat Panio ’65 addresses students during Career Day 2006.

Melissa Fedora ’01 discusses Journalism during Career Day in May.

On Monday, May 8, 2006 dozens of Alumni and friends came to Marian for the annual Career Day for Freshmen and Sophomores. Doctors, lawyers, psychologists, teachers, nurses, journalists, event planners–the A to Z of the professional world and the armed forces–volunteered their time and talent to speak with our students. After an initial “meet and greet” and a light lunch, our speakers were guided to their respective classrooms for three twenty minute presentations. The students moved from profession to profession thereby enabling them to hear about three careers of interest to

them. Marian faculty members, who also served as hosts for each room, provided feedback via surveys for each session. A big “thank you” goes out to Mr. Unavitch and the Guidance team for their hard work, scheduling nearly 800 students into their career selections. You could be a presenter next year. Career Day is set for Monday, May 7, 2007. Mark your calendar now, and send an email gyoung@marianchs.com. You will be contacted this fall. Just think – you could help guide a young person into the career of a lifetime.

Thank you to the following people for helping to make Career Day a success! Gina Palumbo Abbeduto ’91 Jim Beese ’81 John Benish ’84 Joe Conway Sue Lewandowski Cordogan ’92 Andy DeLaurentis ’95 Mark Donaway Tim Donohoe Gerard Dupczak Colette Edmisten ’96 Thomas Engstrand ’65 Dianna Miller Evers ’78

Anjoli Faso ’97 Melissa Fedora ’01 Miguel Flores Carlo Gozzi ’00 Cassandra Gray ’00 Bob Gromala ’97 Kent Gurley Matt Hayes ’97 Teri Crocilla Heywood ’84 Pam Hittie ’01 Art Holecek ’83 Dr. Heidi Hoogeweg ’76

Felice Singleton Hybert ’89 Dr. Gary Jagmin ’70 Ann Hommer Kim ’89 Suzie Kinley Ellen Delaney Kruk ’87 Mike Lafond ’77 Richard Lutkus ’98 Joe McDonnell Aimee Delaney Ogren ’91 Fr. William O'Mara Dr. Paschal Panio ’65 Michelle Glackin Pluhar ’96

Laurie Kernwein Ramadurai ’80 Brian Riordan ’89 Maureen Ryan ’84 Bob Skelly Sean Spellman ’91 Vida Talandis ’69 Barbara Strzelec Todd ’77 Mary Ann Trzyna Eric Villareal Amanda West ’99 Lisette Wisniewski Zach Zube ’02

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

8th Grade Shadow Day

THE 17TH ANNUAL

MARIAN CATHOLIC ENDOWMENT GOLF CLASSIC

For more information about Shadow Days or to be placed on a mailing list please contact Sr. Dorothy Marie at sdm@marianchs.com or 708-756-9762

will be held on Monday, August 14, 2006 at Idlewild and Ravisloe Country Clubs. Information about golf or sponsorships may be obtained by calling Janet Noth at 708-755-6579.

MCHS TRIP STRETCHES TO ITALY

ADVISORY BOARD PROFILE

The first MCHS Trip took alumni, parents and friends to "Enticing Italia" from Lugano in the north to Positano in the south and was punctuated by faith, food, culture, and history. A five-day stay in Rome ended with a Papal audience arranged through Kim Pascarella at "All About Travel." Spartan travelers pause in the Lugano town square opposite Lake Maggiore. Our travelers before the farewell dinner at a trattoria outside St. Mary's Travestere in Rome. The group includes: Sr. M. Paul McCaughey ’67, Rick Ellis, Diane Fodor ’97, Lennea Ellis, Mary and Bill Moffatt, Shirley Schlueter, Bea Jankauskas Fodor ’67, Charlene Sterzel, Sarah Grauvogl, Bob Schlueter, Pam Roe, Michelle Coduti, Sherry Janusek Paciorek ’66, Mike Paciorek, and tour manager "Marney".

DR. JOE HAMANN ’79 S TA RT O F T E R M :

Fall 2003 FA M I LY:

FAGAN ’82 MENDS BROKEN HEARTS Even with great technology advances in the 21st century, the decision for surgery on Rebaz was a very tedious one for Fagan and his team. Specifically, Rebaz had a heart condition called Truncus Arteriosis, or a hole in one of the arteries that leave the heart. To compensate, many of the arteries around the heart were hardening because of additional strain. The condition should have been treated at birth, but technology and finances in Iraq did not allow such. The surgery would come with some great risks, and Fagan’s cardiac catheterization testing and findings served as the primary criteria on which the team of doctors made a final decision. “The hospital came up with a funding system to get him here,” Fagan explained. “We were really taking a big chance that we would get him here and not be able to do anything. Despite the higher risk, we decided to perform the surgery.” Despite a language barrier, emotional ups and downs and at times unlikely percentages, the two-month stay in Iowa and eventual four-hour surgery proved very worthwhile for Rebaz and his family. “Though we’ve had very limited contact, the last word was that he was doing very well,” Fagan confirmed. In a new millennium that hasn’t provided a constant of world peace, it’s refreshing to see the altruistic work of Fagan and so many others in Iowa.

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Army Ranger and Medic Corey Johnston initiated the family contact, his mother Cindy Yerington hosted the Shamsadeen’s in Iowa, 63 Iowa Rotary Clubs helped fund the trip and University of Iowa doctors waived their medical fees. While the worldwide impact of Fagan and his team is monumental, the former Spartan took things right in stride. “My having to deal with the family and a difficult situation all seemed to relate back to my family background,” Fagan explained. “My Marian Catholic education has really been a big key in preparing me for so many situations that arise. Marian provided me the ability to deal with so many situations to be helpful to others.” Tom Fagan and his wife, Rose, have seven children, so sports and school occupy most of his hobby time. With the pressures and emotions involved in his career, Fagan probably doesn’t get the time for himself that he deserves. However, he appreciates every minute of what he does. “With technology today, you can count on some very good outcomes that lead to a real normal lifestyle for patients,” Fagan explained. “There are days that are very difficult, but the next day you see a situation that years ago we wouldn’t have been able to treat. “It’s easy to keep going because you’re helping so many people, and that makes it worthwhile.” 5

Married to Sheri Hamann for 15 years, 2 children, Angela 13 years old entering 8th grade in the fall and Abigail 10 years old entering 5th grade in the fall. O C C U PAT I O N :

Optometrist in solo private practice for 18 years in Lansing Illinois COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

Knights of Columbus and youth softball volunteer INTERESTS/HOBBIES:

Playing golf and White Sox baseball, oil painting (enjoy but not very good) VISION FOR MCHS FUTURE:

“I see Marian Catholic as a prime stepping stone for the young adults of our community. We have the great opportunity to teach and inspire our students in a Christian atmosphere, to bring about amazing results. Marian offers not only unparalleled scholarship but also fosters self-awareness, fortitude, and leadership skills. The responsibility is awesome; but, the people involved, both staff and students, are unbelievable and certainly up to the task.”

8TH GRADE GROUP OF 60 EARNS SCHOLARSHIPS tuition credit as Associate Marian Catholic Scholars. This group included Abriana Anderson, Margaret Andres, Samuel Beck, Alexander Bell, Lisa Belzeski, Adam Bienemann, Haley Boblink, Dennis Boston, Megann Burke, Rebecca Carlson, Michael Debonfioli, Ronald Dymerski, Daniel Eckel, Jillian Fata, Nicole Fedinets, Joseph Fiaoni, Michael Gallenberger, Michael Gamble, Alexandrea Hackel, Elizabeth Herzog, Joseph Hess, Jasmine Hill, Victoria Hole. Also, Michelle Hroma, Stephen Hudson, Kimberly Karlin, Evan Kordys, Hannah

EMMAUS COMEDY PLAYS AT MARIAN CATHOLIC WHAT: “9th Period Emmaus” is a comedy group made up of Marian Catholic alumni and current students. The group focuses on several types of comedy such as skits, improv, standup, music, and more! WHO: The group was founded by Steve Tortorello ’04 and features several alumni such as Dani Carter ’02, Jean-Phillip Brignol ’06, Jenny Douglas ’03, Sarah Jo Ritchie ’05, Katie Ubik ’05, Laura Curtis ’03, Eric Hamilton ’04, Alex Kuehr ’05, Mary Zuidema ’05, Pat Murphy ’05, Bob Solorio ’05, Abby Sullivan ’04, Angie Roccasalva ’05, Joe Carlasare ’04, Elaine Wilson ’05, Nicole Furlan ’04, Jenny Douglas ’03, Caitlin Padula ’04, Joe Blewitt ’04, Amy Dettman ’05, Elizabeth O’BrienPenney ’06, Catherine Mitros ’06, and Jon Mercado ’04. Current Marian students involved with the group include Matt Nix, Chris Skurka, Tim Blewitt, Sam Sullivan, Craig Dettman, Alex Stotereau, and Chris Terriquez. WHY: The group was created for several purposes. First of all, it gives Marian alumni and students a chance to showcase their talents

in a unique and entertaining manner. Also, the group allows current Marian students interested in the performing arts to work alongside Marian alums with similar interests and experiences, giving them insights into their craft as well as fostering relationships for the future. Furthermore, the group looks to raise money via ticket sales to donate to Marianrelated charities. WHERE: “9th Period Emmaus” will perform this summer in Marian’s Croarkin Auditorium. WHEN: Shows are scheduled for the following dates: Thursday, June 29 8:00 pm Thursday, July 13 8:00 pm Thursday, July 27 8:00 pm Thursday, August 10 8:00 pm HOW MUCH: Tickets to a “9th Period Emmaus” show are just $5 and can be puchased at the door the night of a show.

(100% of ticket proceeds go to charity!) MORE INFORMATION: For more information about “9th Period Emmaus,” please contact Steve Tortorello at tortorello.1@nd.edu

Krydynski, Neil Lancaster, Keegan Marz, Jessica Massey, Justine Meyer, Sarah Nowicki, Rodrigo Serna, Chizom Okebugwu, Megan Olszak, Anne O’Shea, Jaime Patiarca, John Rivera, Erik Schimke, Tiffany Showalter, Jessica Siegert, Amanda Tiberi, David Vaughn, Katherine Watson, Jori Walan, Sean Woods, Mariah Woodson. Marian uses a sliding scale for admissions with first preference going to Catholic students from Catholic schools. About 410 students are expected in August as the Class of 2010.

OKTOBERFEST

More than 630 students tested at Marian in January and over 1/3 of the students scored above the 90th percentile nationally. Kathryn Bryzgalski and Samuel Kirschenheiter earned $2,000 in tuition credit as Marian Catholic Distinguished Scholars. The 10 Marian Catholic Scholars ($1,000) included Ashely Buttron, Katelyn Campbell, Ian Gurley, James Jackson, James Lamb, Sarah Smith, Rachel Foster, Anna Mitros, Thomas Sullivan and Jennifer Szotek. Forty-eight students also earned $500 in

SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 11:00 am to 5:00 pm BAND PARENTS’ OKTOBERFEST

FRATERRIGO ’91 ANOTHER MARIAN AUTHOR

Author Melissa Fraterrigo ’91 chats with fellow Marian alum Michael Duffy ’02 at a recent book signing.

Among the talented Marian Alumni in the literary world is Melissa Fraterrigo ’91 who has recently had her first book published, “The Longest Pregnancy.” The collection of short stories is published by Livingston Press as the winner of the first annual Tartt First Fiction Award in April this year. Fraterrigo’s collection features mostly female protagonists dealing with everyday sorrows, but with a twist. For instance, in “The Strongest Woman in the World,” a woman with superhuman strength tries to have a normal life and stumbles her way through a blind date. Other characters in the fourteen stories are bold, humorous, grotesque and painfully human. While many of the stories are wildly fantastic, readers will also be riveted by the human complexities and hope that run throughout “The Longest Pregnancy.” On her Marian experience, she states, “Mr. Martin was 6

one of the few high school English teachers I had who incorporated creative writing with the requisite study of literature and grammar. I found it thrilling that his classes demonstrated the interconnectedness between all of these aspects of writing." Fraterrigo has served as assistant professor of English at Southern Utah University and writer-in-residence at Penn State-Altoona. After graduating from Marian, she received a B.A. from the University of Iowa and an MFA from Bowling Green State University. Among her awards are the Charles B. Wood Award for Distinguished Writing from The Carolina Quarterly in 2001, and the 2000 Sam Adams/Zoetrope: All-Story Short Fiction Contest, which took her to study at Francis Ford Coppola’s famed Blancaneaux Lodge in Belize. For more information about the book, visit www.melissafraterrigo.com.

FACULTY EXCELS, CONTRIBUTES BEYOND CLASSROOM

Science teacher Jen Clifford ’88 is planning a Garden Cooperative for the Dominican Greenhouse.

While more than 115 members of the Marian Catholic faculty and staff work to turn out Scholars with a Soul each school year, the faculty itself continues to devote work and hours toward service and its own professional development. Following are a handful of examples: Social Studies Department Chair Scott Bodnar serves as a reader for AP World

History for the College Board and his AP students participated in a test development project through the College Board. Bodnar also serves as moderator for the Psychology Club, which raised $800 for thank you gifts for guest speakers, a $200 donation to Muscular Dystrophy support groups and $500 returned to psychology honor students in the form of psychology books and a monetary scholarship to eight students. Science teacher Jennifer Clifford ’88 is planning a Garden Cooperative, a project that will make seasonal growth use of the Dominican Greenhouse in the Science Courtyard, as well as developing a raised–bed courtyard garden that will serve as a living and breathing classroom for subjects across the entire curriculum. In January, choir teacher Michelle Coduti served on a panel and spoke on an advisory panel at the Indiana Music Educators Association State Convention in Indianapolis. This summer, Coduti will participate in the Genesius Guild’s production of Children of Eden by performing the part of Yonah. Genesius Guild is located in Hammond, IN and the show dates are July 21-23, 28-30. A Chicago Tribune writer by trade before

moving to Marian as a guidance counselor, Karen Olson is back in print after the publishing of her first book: Frommer’s Croatia. The Frommer’s series is one of the most respected among travel guides. Olson takes readers inside the thriving cities of Zagreb, Dubrovnik and Split, with their spectacular Roman ruins, medieval old towns and nearby storybook castles. From the Turkish bazaar–like feel of Split’s Pazarin market to the lowdown on Zagreb’s see-andbe-seen café culture, Frommer’s Croatia showcases the best of a country that has long been labeled Europe’s “best kept secret.” Experiences for science teacher Linda Savick expand well beyond campus. In addition to taking 24 anatomy students to Northern Illinois University for a full day cadaver lab and lab practical, she is spending this summer taking students to Poland for International Snowball. Science Department Chair Vince Zerante ’70 recently was named a Class Nobel Educator of Distinction, an honor established by the Nobel Prize Family from the National Society of High School Scholars. Zerante was noted as a “role model and positive influence, someone who has made a difference–in short, a great teacher.”

JOHN BERGER ’03 HUGE INFLUENCE AT NOTRE DAME PRE-SCHOOL

John Berger ’03 attends Notre Dame University and is majoring in Accounting. Last year, John began volunteering at Notre Dame’s preschool on Friday afternoons. The children were then 3-4 year olds. This year, he was able to move up with them, so now they are 4-5 year olds. The children have really enjoyed having John around. A while ago, one mother came up to John and said, “I had to meet you,

John, because my daughter says so many nice things about you. The other day, she told me that a good day at preschool is when they serve chicken nuggets for lunch, but a great day is when they have chicken nuggets for lunch and ‘Mr. John’ is there too!” This year, John was inducted into two prestigious academic honor societies: Beta Alpha Psi and Beta Gamma Sigma. He just completed

his second year as a Teaching Assistant to Professor Change in the business school. Finally, John was hired this summer in the Chicago office of Deloitte Touche, an international accounting and consulting firm. This summer internship was listed as one of "America's Top Ten Internships" by the widely known consulting firm, Vault, Inc.

Legends

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Marian Madness

Cassie Gray ’00 and Carlo Gozzi ’00 enjoy volunteer work and play at the Marian Madness NCAA party.

Caitlin Toner and dad Bill Toner take their chances on a Marian Madness silent auction item.

Current parents, Tim Hathhorn, Mike Packard and Patrick O'Neill watch the action at the annual Marian Madness NCAA party.

Children’s Carnival Katie Stillman ’08 and Melissa Gergel ’07 prepare to entertain youngsters at the annual Student Council Children’s Carnival.

Spring Musical ~ Ragtime Ashley Stroud ’06 and Jean-Phillip Brignol ’06 display their skills during the Marian Spring Musical, Ragtime.

Fashion Show

Appalachia 2006

Class of 2007 students, Blair Lilek, Erica Caffarini, Mary Pat Marvinac and Michelle Pritchett (left) and Ben McDonnell and Mike Kean (below) prepare the ground during the Service Club's recent trip to Appalachia

Seniors Whitney Knight and Jason McKissic strut their stuff at the annual Mothers Club Fashion Show.

The annual Mothers Club Fashion Show featured syles worn by Lauren Toosevich ’06.

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ALUMNI NOTES

Mollie Elizabeth Gibbons, daughter of Kimberly (Nair) Gibbons ’85

Joey, Rachel, Alyssa and Jessica Bruno, children of Laura (Miller) Bruno ’89

Bella and Brock Schlueter, children of Marc Schlueter ’88

George Archibald ’67 has had an entire day named for him in San Diego County, Califormia. George has been an active volunteer in all 20 Annual Avacado Festivals in Fallbrook, California and has served as its chairman for the last 10 years. Recognized by County Chairman Bill Horn and all members of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors for his leadership, outstanding service and commitment to area residents, April 23 was delcared George Archibald Day throughout the county. Congratulations George!

Renee Kennedy-Edwards ’86 was the recipient of the "Top 40 under 40" award by Gulfshore Business magazine which recognizes Southwest Florida's leading business professionals. Ms. Kennedy-Edwards is President of Coaching 4 Success, Inc., a business consulting service in the Naples-Fort Myers, Florida area. Chuck O'Brien ’86 was promoted to the position of General Counsel overseeing all North American legal affairs for the Statoil ASA group of companies. Chuck resides in Shelton, Connecticut with his wife Michelle (Hoffman) ’86 and their two sons, Charlie 4 and Colin 2.

Victoria (Patterson) Dieska ’71 received the "Those Who Make A Difference" award from New Lenox School District 122. She also gets together with fellow alumni Jeanette (Sopkiewicz) Marchese ’71, Margie (McDonough) Gertsch ’71 and Noreen (Burns) Kimelman ’71 on a regular basis.

Joey (Halloran) Morris ’87 has the following message for her classmates: “It is with the greatest of sadness that I write to inform you of the passing of Leslie (Pride) Opilka ’87, wife of Robert Opilka ’87. She passed away on March 15th, after a 4 year battle with brain cancer. She leaves behind not only her husband, but 2 children, Jack 8, and Reily Kathleen 7, as well as her parents, sister, Lorelle "Scottie" Pride-Day ’84 and numerous family and friends.”

Marian Catholic High School was misinformed…information published in the Spring 2006 Marian Matters that Nancy Mauro ’71 was deceased was incorrect. We are very pleased to say that Nancy is alive and well and apologize to Nancy for the error!

“I always considered Leslie to be one of the greatest gifts God ever chose to bestow upon me. I first met her as a sophomore at Marian, and since then she was my best friend for 21 years. It is hard to deal with the fact that she is physically not here with us anymore, though I realize that she wakes up with me every morning, for she is in everyone's heart who loved her.”

Marian mourns the loss of Sister Marie Vianney Trutter, O.P. On April 27, 2006 she was called Home. Sister Marie Vianney was a religion teacher at Marian during the 70's. She will be remembered for her goodness, service and love in the Marian Community. Kimberly (Nair) Gibbons ’ 85 and her husband Mike welcomed their second child, Mollie Elizabeth on December 10, 2005. Big sister Abby 3 enjoys her new little sister.

Please keep Leslie’s family in your thoughts and prayers as they go through this time of grief. If you are interested in contributing to the Leslie Opilka Children's Education Fund, please email directly to Joeybeth1@aol.com for more information.

Katie (McGowan) Cantu ’86 and husband Homaro celebrated the birth of their daughter, Ella Isabel, in July 2005.

Christine (Daugharty) Kudrecki ’89 with husband James and children Caitlyn and Riley

Logan Kaminski, son of Tracey (Bartolameolli) Kaminski ’89

Austin Morrow, son of D r . Nancy Lee ’89

Rachel and Anna Cagwin, children of Christine (Albrecht) Cagwin ’90

Brandon and Zachary Norred, children of Linda (Lulkowski) Norred ’90

Reagan Foley, daughter of Patrick Foley ’91

Gavin, Avery and Griffin Jones, children of Michele (Bartolini) Jones ’91

Alexander Jensen, son of Terri (Bentley) Jensen ’91

Joshua and Alexander Fodor, children of Steve Fodor ’92

Christine (Albrecht) Cagwin ’90 and her husband Mark were blessed with a second daughter, Anna Michelle, on May 2, 2005. Anna weighed in at 10 pounds 3 ounces and was 21-3/4 inches long. Anna was welcomed by big sister Rachel Lynn 2. Christine continues to work part-time as a pediatric intensive care nurse in the new University of Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital.

Michael Wolfsmith ’87 and his wife Colette are preparing to celebrate the first birthday of their daughter, Abigail Grace. Mike works for an asset management company. Karen (Bradley) Cash ’88 and Mike Cash ’89 welcomed their first child, Max Alan, into the world on July 7, 2005. Karen is a Special Education Teacher and Mike is an Exhibit Estimator. The Cash family resides in Crete.

Linda (Lulkowski) Norred ’90 and her husband Tim welcomed the birth of their second son, Zachary Thomas, on November 18, 2005. He weighed 7 pounds 8 ounces, and was 20-3/4 inches long. Zachary was welcomed home by his big brother Brandon who is 2-1/2 years old.

Marc Schlueter ’88 and wife Heidi welcomed the birth of their son, Brock Owen, on February 6, 2006. Brock was born at St. Luke's Northland Hospital at 7:19 pm weighing in at 6 pounds 13 ounces and measuring 19-1/4 inches long. Bella 2 loves being a big sister.

Nichole (Schau) Santoro ’90 is a Career Coach with Career Salon and inspires people to design careers that align with their life purposes, as recently published in the Chicago Tribune. Nichole and her husband, Michael, are expecting their first child in June 2006.

Laura (Miller) Bruno ’89 and her husband Rick are proud to announce the birth of their fourth child, Joseph Richard, born January 2, 2006. Joey joins older sisters Rachel Marie 7-1/2, Alyssa Claire 4-1/2, and Jessica Nicole 3.

Patrick Foley ’91 and his wife Jill welcomed the birth of their daughter, Reagan Jean, on January 24, 2006. Patrick is a director for Blue Earth Marketing in Nebraska.

Tracey (Bartolameolli) Kaminski ’89 and her husband, Don welcomed their first child, Logan Mitchell on August 6, 2005. The family resides in Lockport, Illinois.

Terri (Bentley) Jensen ’91 and her husband David are the proud parents of their first child, Alexander Christopher Jensen, born on October 28, 2005. Terri is a senior technical support specialist and technical documentation writer at Applied Systems, Inc. in University Park, Illinois.

Christine (Daugharty) Kudrecki ’89 and her husband James moved to Lake Charles, Louisiana a year ago. They have two children, Caitlyn Marie 10 and Riley James 8. Christine is employed with Pinnacle Entertainment and works at L'auberge DuLac Resort in Lake Charles. Nancy Lee ’89 and her husband Al Morrow welcomed the birth of their first child, Austin Lee Morrow, on March 28, 2006. He weighed 7 pounds 13 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Nancy's podiatry practice is now located in downtown Park Forest.

Michele (Bartolini) Jones ’91 and husband Dave welcomed their third child, Avery Susan, on February 18, 2006. Avery joins big brothers Griffin 3-1/2 and Gavin 2. Steve Fodor ’92 and his wife Heather welcomed their second son, Alexander Gabriel Fodor, on April 6, 2006. He weighed in at 9 pounds 1 ounce and was 23 inches long. He joins big brother Joshua who is now four years old. Alison (Zarlengo) Marino ’92 and husband Anthony welcomed the birth of their fourth child. Sammy was born in September 2005. He has two big sisters, Niya 11 and Michelina 5 and a big brother Nino 2.

Niya, Michelina, Nino, and Sammy Marino, children of Alison (Zarlengo) Marino ’92

Jason Akai ’93 and his wife Audrey welcomed the birth of their second son, Nathaniel Victor, on April 10, 2006. He weighed 9 pounds 1 ounce and was 22 inches long. His big brother Pete is now 2 years old. Jason is a Senior Wireless Support/Problem Manager at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and plans to begin a masters program in Information Systems at DePaul this summer.

Jason Akai ’93 with children Pete and Nathaniel

ALUMNI NOTES

Addison Raistrick, daughter of Karen (Cranston) Raistrick ’93

Molly Carr, daughter of Meg (Kennelly) Carr ’94

Gavin and Madisyn Hussey, children of Rich Hussey ’94

Morgan Hogeveen, daughter of Nick Hogeveen ’94

Michael Massucci ’95 and his wife Jessica welcomed the birth of their first child, Jack Paul, on May 12, 2006. Jack weighed in at 7 pounds 4 ounces and 21 inches long. Michael is an attorney in Crown Point, Indiana.

Greg Brncick ’93 checks in to say that he is the principal industrial designer at Johnson Controls, Automotive. He and his wife Terree enjoy their two year old daughter Lindsay. Karen (Cranston) Raistrick ’93 and her husband Mark had their first baby on April 9, 2006. Their daughter Addison Nicole weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces and was 21 inches long.

Mike Koenig ’96 graduated in 2005 from St. Xavier University with a BSN and minor in Psychology. He is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the National Honor Society of Nursing, and Psi Chi, the National Honor Society of Psychology. He is now working in the emergency department at a hospital downtown.

Margaret (Meg) (Kennelley) Carr ’94 along with husband Bryan and big sister Maeve, lovingly welcomed the arrival of Molly Maureen Carr on March 27, 2006. She weighed 6 pounds 8 ounces and was 19.5 inches long.

Padraic Noone ’96 and wife Melissa have welcomed their first child, William Thomas, who was born April 15, 2006. He weighed 6 pounds 7 ounces. William's hobbies include listening to the Chieftains and the Notre Dame Fight Song, watching the White Sox, crying when Democrats are on the TV, and going to mass with his parents.

Kelly (Scott) Gannon ’94 has received her Masters of Science in nursing from Indiana University. She works as the Neuroscience Clinical Nurse Specialist at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Nick Hogeveen ’94 and his wife Sarah are glad to announce the birth of their second child, Morgan Rose, on April 26, 2006. Big sister Madison 2 welcomed her new sister.

Michelle Glackin ’96 married Mark Pluhar on Saturday, March 18, 2006 in a shamrock-themed wedding. Marian alumni guests included maid of honor, Katie Walery ’95, matron of honor, Kathleen (Knaack) Fukumoto ’96, Kathleen Beck ’96, Anne Walery ’00, and Kevin Walery ’94.

Rich Hussey ’94 and his wife Nikki, welcomed the birth of their second child, Gavin Patrick, born on May 19, 2006. Big sister Madisyn loves to give him plenty of attention.

Carrie (Bauchwitz) LeGrice ’97 and her husband Ed welcomed the birth of their first child, Lia Catherine, on April 7, 2006. Lia arrived at 5:29 a.m., weighed 8 pounds 11.5 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. The family resides in Denver, Colorado.

Ryan ’94 and Lisa (Anderson) Moore ’95 have welcomed the birth of their first child, Annabel Jayne. She was born on Thanksgiving Day of 2005 and weighed 7 pounds 1 ounce and was 19.5 inches long. New father Ryan is an Associate Creative Director at an advertising agency in Chicago. New mom Lisa is a 7th grade teacher at Cooper Middle School in Buffalo Grove.

John Lovell ’98 was ordained a Deacon for the Rockford Diocese in May 2006.

Steven Muszalski ’94 has been promoted to Captain with Express Jet, a regional carrier for Continental Airlines. Steven is based at the Continental Airlines hub in Houston, Texas and flies throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Chris Luther ’95 has been accepted to Mundelein Seminary and will begin his journey on August 22, 2006 with orientation. He will start in the new two year pre-theology program which is designed for late vocations, men who have little or no philosophy or theology credits. He will then move into a four year theology program, which will include field work, a pilgrimage or two and several parish assignments. Keep Chris in your prayers for a successful journey.

Annabel Moore, daughter of Ryan ’94 and Lisa (Anderson) Moore ’95

Jack Paul Massucci, son of Michael Massucci ’95 sporting Marian-wear

under enemy hostile fire to liberate Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III." Eddie has now returned to the United States arriving on American soil in late April. Eddie plans to return to Illinois State University where he is a senior and will then pursue a law degree. Luke LiManni ’02 graduated on May 14, 2006, from The University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Advertising. Jennifer Maccagnano ’02 graduated from the University of Notre Dame in May with the degree of Bachelor of Science in Preprofessional Studies Cum Laude. Billy Noone, son of Padraic Noone ’96

Jenn Purcell ’02 has graduated on May 6 2006, Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Dominican University. Jenn received the Distunguished Senior in Elementary Education award, the Distinguished Senior in Service Learning award, and the Mazzuchelli Award. The Mazzuchelli Award recognizes a senior who has exemplified the motto, values, and mission of Dominican University throughout their four years. She also received the Distinguished Senior in Psychology and Education.

Kenneth Vasecka, son of Megan (Stephenson) Vasecka ’99

Tony Sparacino ’98 graduated from the University of Iowa in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and will receive his Masters degree in Clinical Psychology this summer from Argosy University in Phoenix, Arizona.

Michelle Garrett ’04 graduated from Trend Setters College of Cosmetology, a Paul Mitchell Partners' School in September 2005 and is now licensed and working at Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa in Frankfort, Illinois.

Megan (Stephenson) Vasecka ’99 reports that she graduated from the University of St. Francis in December 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She is currently working as a registered nurse at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. She and her husband Ken also welcomed their first child, Kenneth Wade, into the world on March 8, 2006.

Rachele Rinas ’04 and Nicholas Rubino were married April 7, 2006. Rachele and Nick met at MCHS in their Freshmen year. Rachele will be a junior at Loyola this fall after having been on the Dean's List her first two years. She is also continuing her ROTC training in the US Army in addition to her classes, and will go to Spain this summer to complete her minor in Spanish. Nick is serving in the Army and has returned from a deployment in Iraq serving with the 82nd Airborne Division. Currently assigned to Ft. Bragg in North Carolina, Nick has completed the selection process for "Special Forces" and will continue training at Ft. Bragg.

Erik Pavlovich ’00 married Erin Lea Wiruth on April 29, 2006. Erik attended the University of Kansas and is presently employed as a Trainer for Steak ‘N Shake in Lawrence, Kansas. Jon Pohlman ’00 completed his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Carolina in May. His thesis was entitled "Quasi-Static and Dynamic Tensile Properties of Friction Stir Welded Aerospace Alloys." He has accepted a position with the Timken Company at their ICAR site in Greenville, South Carolina and works in the automotive engine thrust bearings group.

Elizabeth Berger ’05 made the Dean's List at the University of Notre Dame. She is still pursuing her passionate love of mathematics and education. During her second semester, she worked at an inner city high school in South Bend as part of the university's student teaching program. Elizabeth also played defensive tackle on her dorm's flagfootball team.

Eddie Farmer ’01 has been serving in Iraq since May 2005 with the Second Battalion, 130 Infantry Division of the Illinois Army National Guard. On October 16, 2005, Spc 4 Farmer was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge "for participating in ground combat operations

Massive Marian Martrimony As featured in the Fall 2005 issue of Marian Matters, Kevin Keane ’84 and Erin Brady ’84 became engaged after reconnecting at their 20th class reunion in October 2004. The happy couple married March 18, 2006. The following members of the Marian “family” joined in the festivities and are pictured here: Jim Nair ’88, Kim Nair ’85, Erin (Clark) Nair ’88, Fr. Lou Tylka ’88, Julie (Vasilopolus) Brady ’88, Scott Nair ’93, Sean Brady ’88, Alice Chambers ’62, Karen Vogel ’64, Ian Barrett ’83, Mario Pierre-Jerome ’84, Anne Marie (Berger) McGovern ’84, Dan Barrett ’85, Rob Marszowski ’86, Dan Ranachowski ’83, John Everson ’84, David Patton ’84, Kathy (O’Meara) Brown ’84, Geri (Bailey) Everson ’85, Kerry Keane ’85, Anne (Pignatiello) Baader ’86, Bob Baader ’85, Erin (Brady) Keane ’84, Kevin Keane ’84, Michele Lyman ’84, Joe Watson ’84, Kelly (Gadomski) Jatzcek ’84, Larry Czarnecki ’84, plus Mary Juraska and Bernie Jablonski, both faculty members at Marian.

2/16/06 through 6/5/06

G I F T S I N M E M O RY O F. . . Phillip Clinnin, Sr. Aritha Cooks Ellen Cox Bernard D'Amato Joseph J. Dagro Mary Dawkins Harold A. Denton Mary E. Diemer Maggie Dixon Agnes Doherty Mary Ellen Downey Virginia H. Doyle Nancy Ann Drake Diane C. Duvall Angela Earle Joseph Egan Dorothy H. Egyed Jay Elivondo Alvin Ellison Katarina Alison Elza Donald A. Emser Anna Fahey Tony Falvo John Fata Lucille Ferrari Maria C. Fiacco Mary Jean Filippi Elaine Finnin Joseph Flaherty Josephine Frazzini Ethel Friedl Amelia Garcia Patsy Gauanes Rebecca Gemma Georgean Glaser Willa M. Gorman Sister Sylvette Goulet Dora Graziano Priscilla Green Edward Halenar, Sr. Patrick J. Hassett Lillian Hayes

Sr. Muriel Hertel O.S.F. Giannina Hinic Catherine Hofkamp Eula Jackson Gregory Jones Victoria Kern Laura Klemm Cynthia (Schumake) Klupchak ’70 Edna Kolar Julie Kolasa Betty Kot Claudia Kowalczyk Barbara Kragulski Agnes Krasinski Marge Kruse Rev. Joseph Kruszynski, O.F.M. Janice Laughlin Margaret Lawlor Chester Lefko Frances Lefko Violet Legg Edward Leitelt Vivian Logan Joseph G. Lupien Helen Lustig Barbara Mackay Loretta Mahoney ’66 Helen Malmquist Benjamin Marsh Mary Louise Martin Inga Matthies John Matus Patricia McCartan Dr. John McDonnell Edna Michaels Frank Michalski Christopher Michas LaVerne Miller Mark Moline Richard Morris ’67 Kathleen Morrissey Margaret Nehf

Roland Nocera Anne Novak ’08 James Nunnery Patricia J. O'Connor Kathryn O'Neil Anne O'Neill Anna Owen James Thomas Paige Henry Palmisano Lucille Pappano Alberta Parker Anna Rose Passafiume Linda Patterson Eileen Peacock Dean Perozzi, Jr. ’94 Bessie Petrarca John B. Petrarca Rose Marie Petrocelli Michael J. Pisterzi Guido M. Piunti Leslie Pride-Opilka ’87 Carmella Prisco Lucy Prisco Connie D. Rabyak Mary J. Randolph James Renella Helen Repp John H. Resler Edward Richkus Martha Richkus Rosalio Rincon Verva Rocke Roman "Ray" Rogala, Sr. Glenn Rose Donald Ryan Patricia Salyer Hector Sanchez George Schoeffel Karen Schupp Dan Seaton Shirley Ann Senne Kathleen A. (Wysock) Sgariglia ’66

Dorothy Smith J. Douglas Smith William H. Smith, Jr. Susan Smith William H. Smith, Sr. Annuziata Spinelli Joseph Steck Pearl Stella Joseph Stern, Sr. Anton G. Stigler Mary Suarez Dr. Orhan Tanrikulu James F. Tate Kevin Theobald Eugene Thoma Dr. Stanley Tikusis Edward Todd Carlos Torres Peter Tripodi Sister Marie Vianney Trutter, O.P. Joseph Vanacora Donald Voss, Sr. Eugene Wasowicz Helen Elvira Weber Linda Wegrzyn Josephine Wesolowski Williard "Bill" Westerhoff Tom Whitaker John L. Whitman Mary Wise Florence E. Wolfsmith Genevieve Wolny Charles P. Wottrich Patrick Wrenn ’82 Lorraine Yock Harry G. Zajakowski Joseph Zielinski Helen Zubek Edward Zurek

Anne “Annie” Novak ’08 August 9, 1990 - March 7, 2006 A Memorial Mass was held on March 28, 2006 for the family and friends of Anne Novak. The Liturgy was planned by her classmates and was highlighted with symbolic gifts given to her family. An interpretive dance was performed by Anne’s Dance Troupe in her memory. Anne was loved by all who knew her because of her inclusive and positive nature. The Marian Catholic family continues to hold the family and friends of Anne in prayer.

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Alumna/Alumnus of the Year Award* This award honors an alumna/alumnus who has contributed outstanding and distinguished service in his/her chosen profession and who reflects honorably on Marian Catholic High School. Spirit of Marian Award*+ This award honors an alumna/alumnus, staff member or friend of Marian, who best exemplifies the Dominican traditions of unselfish service to others and outstanding contribution to Marian, his/her community, or church. Athlete of the Year Award*+ This award honors the accomplishments of an alumna/ alumnus or staff member who has participated in the Marian Catholic High School Athletic Program and has achieved a high level of recognition in athletics, either professionally, collegiately, or at Marian. Fine Arts Distinguished Achievement Award*+ This award honors the achievement of an alumna/alumnus or staff member in the Fine Arts – drama, art, music, broadcasting and choral. A nominee should have achieved a high level of recognition in his/her particular field.

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MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION 2005-2006 Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. ’67 President Sr. Kathleen Anne Tait, O.P. Principal William Hogan Chief Financial Officer Peter Ruhl Vice-President for Institutional Advancement John F. Heneghan Assistant Principal, Operations John F. Kozojed Assistant Principal, Student Activities Dr. Shirley Morris Assistant Principal, Academics

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ADVISORY BOARD 2005-2006 Sr. Marcelline Koch, O.P. Dominican Sisters’ Liaison Peg Massucci Recording Secretary Patrick Dolan ’72 Chair Kevin Larson Vice-Chair Robert Jones, III ’79 Past-Chair Genevieve Boesen Michael Botelho Shahara Nixon Byford ’96 Michael Caruso Wilfred Chapleau ’73 William Cleary, III ’75 Jeanne DeRaimo Charles Gallagher ’77 Sr. M. Janice Greenwood, O.P.

Joseph Hamann ’79 Harry Howisen ’93 Sharon Kiehl Peter Kroner Vincent Krydynski ’81 Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77 Joann Lindholm Stanley Pagorek

OFFICE FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Peter Ruhl Vice-President for Institutional Advancement Carol (Burke) Swanson ’81 Director of Development Peg Massucci Assistant to the President Gail Young Alumni Relations Coordinator Kevin Kelly ’80 Public Relations Coordinator Janet Noth Office Manager Cindy Dupczak Database Coordinator Kathleen Dalton Assistant Database Coordinator Sr. Dorothy Marie Solak, O.P. Diana McDonnell Recruitment Mary Moffatt Consultant

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Colleen (O’Neill) Ranieri ’83 Chair Nancy (Lynch) Virene ’81 Vice-Chair

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