The Heritage Society “The cadets and preps of St. John’s Northwestern Academies are so very grateful for the experiences made here through YOUR support.” – Cadet Sofia Tung 2022, Emcee After last year’s virtual event, St. John’s Northwestern was delighted to host the annual gathering of The Heritage Society back on campus this past fall! Following the historic rededication and naming of the Stangeland Family Parade Field on the evening of October 14, 2021, Heritage Society members and others collected in Welles Dining Hall. Sponsored by Heritage Society member and parent Kathy Goggins, social hour was well attended and guests enjoyed delicious appetizers, cocktails, and friendship.
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President MG Paul E. Lima, U.S. Army (Ret.), provided remarks before introducing First Captain Pablo Lopez 2023 and Head Prefect John Divane 2023, who delivered speeches about their SJNA experiences. Next, Dean of Advancement Stephen Matz presented the new Heritage Society brochure and realignment of The Heritage Society that now incorporates the Leaders Circle to recognize annual giving; the Loyalty Circle to recognize lifetime giving; and the Legacy Circle to recognize planned giving. After each Circle was described, members who were present were recognized respectively.
our newest members who were present (Anthony Giammanco S1980 and Randall Giammanco S1980). Board Chair Henn and MG Lima presented each with The Heritage Society medal and a certificate. Board Chair Henn concluded the evening with the presentation of the Chairman’s Distinguished Service Medal that was awarded to former Parents Club President Debra Fairfield. Debra has gone above and beyond with her work as Parents Club President and past and present assistance with enrollment efforts and the Academies overall. She was recently appointed to the Board of Trustees and serves on the Academic and Student Life committees. Debra and her husband Neil have three children. Their son, Daniel, graduated from SJNMA in 2021.
After the Herald Trumpets announced dinner, the SJNA Color Guard posted the colors, and Cadets Sean Harres 2023 and Cody Strang 2023 sang the National Anthem. A delicious dinner was sponsored by Heritage Society members Chairman Michael H2016 and Kim Henn and prepared by our dining service, Flik.
Cindy Trione, director of donor relations and special events, came to the podium to recognize Heritage Society members present who had upgraded to a new level of membership (Joe and Linda Giammanco N1970; Michael H2016 and Kim Henn; and Randy and Wendi Lauer) and to welcome
The Academies would like to thank ALL of our Heritage Society members for your selfless generosity. With your steadfast leadership, we look ahead with great confidence.
Parents Scott and Angila Allen (left) are members of the Leaders Circle. Their daughter, Ellie, graduated from SJNMA in 2019. President Emeritus Tom and Marie Stocks are members of the Leaders Circle and Legacy Circle.
Loyalty Circle and Leaders Circle member Kathy Goggins is pictured with her guest, Brian Glaessner. Kathy has two sons who graduated from SJNMA (Cody 2016 and Thad 2018).
Leaders Circle members Greg and Susan Van Praag S1972 (left) and VADM Dirk Debbink, Chairman and CEO of MSI General, pose for a photo during social hour.
Pictured with MG Lima and Board Chair Henn (left), Joe and Linda Giammanco N1970 were upgraded from the Kemper level to the DeKoven level of the Loyalty Circle. Joe and Linda are also members of the Leaders Circle, and Joe serves on the Academies’ Board of Trustees.
Parents Randy and Wend Lauer (middle) were upgraded to the Farrand level of the Loyalty Circle. Randy serves on the Academies’ Board of Trustees. Their sons Charlie, Ted, and Matt all attended SJNMA, and Charlie graduated in 2011. After graduation, Charlie went on to the United States Naval Academy and is currently a Captain in the United States Marine Corps.
Leaders Circle member Debra Fairfield received the Chairman’s Distinguished Service Medal from Board Chair Henn. She is pictured here with her son, Daniel 2021, during social hour.
The Beacon | SPRING 2022
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