David C DeDonato ( '82 ) recently achieved top awards with Barnum Financial Group, Office of MetLife as one of the top Financial Planners in the firm for 2012. David, his lovely wife Susan and their wonderful children Ava (8 yrs old ) and Olivia (4 yrs old ) reside in Monroe , CT
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on Tuesday April 30 at 03:12PM
Congratulations to Keith Clinkscales '82 for founding and developing TheShadowLeague.com, a site dedicated to presenting journalistically sound sports coverage with a cultural perspective that insightfully informs sports fans worldwide.
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on Thursday April 4 at 12:57PM
Elizabeth ‘ 02 married Tim Juselis on Nov. 3, 2012 at St. James Church in Stratford. The reception was at Great River in Milford. Both are graduates of UCONN ’06. Tim is a Captain in the United States Air Force and Liz is a nurse in the NIC unit at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. They live in Philly and will be moving to Missouri this summer as Tim will be stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, Missouri.
Kneeling: Dennis Laccavole ’71, Peggy Kurhar ’71, Liz Marino ’02, Anthony Bombaci ’02, Malissa Brennan ‘02
Ray Baldwin '66 President & CEO of St Vincent's Special Needs toured the Robert & Maureen O'Keefe Academic Center. Pictured below Ray and Michele Krasznai '89 Director of Alumni Affairs
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on Wednesday April 3 at 02:30PM
Congratulations to Jessica Lauren Bonvicini Adriel '94 who just published a new book, "The One Way Writer". This is Jessica's fourth book for her career and we join her in celebrating this accomplishment.
The Get In Touch Foundation, founded by Mary Ann Wasil '82, hosted it's inaugural New York City "Cocktails and Cabaret" event on February 21, 2013, at the Yale Club to a sold out crowd. Funds raised at the event support the mission of the Get In Touch Foundation - to encourage gals of all ages to get in touch with their bodies, information, and each other, in their crusade against breast cancer.
The evening showcased the talents of Jim Ferris '84, currently appearing on Broadway's "The Lion King," as MC, and with his wife, Erin McGuire, and several of their Broadway friends, they entertained the crowd with a Broadway revue and a special guest appearance by Broadway legend Ben Vereen. If you'd like to be invited to the 2014 NYC event, or any other Get In Touch regional events, sign up at getintouchfoundation.org.
Congratulations to Mary Ann on her book "A Diary of Healing" now available on Amazon.com
pictured above, Christine Donohue Brown ’87, Michele Gomez Krasznai ’89, Kit Dunkin Lattarulo ’82, Lisa DeTullio Russell ’82, Mary Ann Wasil ’82, Helen Scully, alumni parent and former faculty, Eileen Scully ’87, Chris Scully ’85, Jim Ferris ’84, James Riccio ’81 and Zoltan Krasznai ‘87
Alyssa Antonucci '07 is preparing for a very exiting Spring and Summer season with her business Beads by Alyssa. Over the past year Alyssa has reached new heights as a 23 year old small business owner. Not only has she donated pink bracelets to the breast cancer survivors participating Seymour Pink's Pounding the Pavement for Pink 5K this past fall; but, has also sent bracelets to some of our troops in the United States Army and Marine Corps serving over seas. This past fall Alyssa’s bead creations have also been a part of raffles her SJHS 2007 reunion. Her bracelets are currently being sold at The Mad Hatter Botique in Seymour, Connecticut, as well as, Couture Fitness studio in Milford, Connecticut. While preparing for the busy craft season ahead, BBA's new collection of "Creamsicle" beads have recently been featured in the New England fashion and lifestyle online blog, Vineyard Love Knots. Even Rachel Ray, has her own Beads by Alyssa, which were given to her by a family member on the set of her daytime talk show. While anticipating the warm craft season, Alyssa keeps busy creating and selling unique and custom order bachelorette and bridal party bracelets. BBA was a vendor at Quinnipiac University's main campus this past February, a feat she has been aspiring to reach for over a year. Alyssa's aspirations to reach new goals and never give up all while "being unique" are accredited to her father's perseverance, hopefulness and strength she so admired while he so valiantly tried to fight his battle with cancer “never giving up” unto his final days. One of her greatest achievements yet is having her bracelets being sold in The Boutique at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven.
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on Thursday March 21 at 09:34AM
Congratulations to Kevin P Ryan MD '71 on his newly published book "When Tumor Is the Rumor and Cancer Is the Answer" A comprehensive text for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families"
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on Thursday March 21 at 09:07AM
Congratulations to David Hoha '71 on his promotion and relocation to Juniper, FL! David will be Florida Aircraft Factory Operations (FAFO) Engineering Manager. David has travelled throughout 56 countries for short bursts of time (3 month stints) during his time at Sikorsky Aircraft but always ended up in CT. "It will be a big change in my life, my families lives as I leave them as well as close friends and the wonderful group from the class of 71 that have rekindled relationships from 40 years ago. There is a lot to miss but there is a lot to experience in this new work environment and I am only a few hour flight away".
"It was very exciting when we saw the smoke come out of the chimney and realized it wasn't turning black. The thousands of people gathered in St. Peter's Square started moving quickly toward the front of the piazza to get a good look at the new pope when he appeared. When they announced his name, there was a moment of confusion because no one around me seemed to know who he was. Soon after, a man appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's in a white cassock who I had never seen before. But the one thing I did know was that this was the new Holy Father, who the cardinals, guided by the Holy Spirit, had elected to lead the Church. And suddenly everyone was clapping and shouting 'Viva il papa!' Before he gave the crowd his first blessing, he asked us to spend a moment in silent prayer for him. And for over a minute the massive crowd was completely silent. It was a very powerful moment, one that I'll never forget."
I'll be ordained a priest in May (Memorial Day weekend at St. Theresa's in Trumbull). Deacon John Connaughton'94
Lauren Fernandez ('10) was recently awarded 1st runner-up at the Miss New Haven County / Miss University of New Haven pageant hosted on March 2, 2013. This pageant is a preliminary for the Miss Connecticut Scholarship Program that eventually leads to the Miss America Scholarship Program. Lauren was the most decorated participant at the pageant, receiving the Ann DeMatteo Interview Award, as well as recognition for having raised the most money for the Children's Miracle Network, the non-profit charity that has partnered with the Miss America Scholarship Program this year. Lauren is a 2010 graduate of SJHS, and is currently a junior in the pre-med program at the University of New Haven.
Amy Warren '03 is leading the student trip to Costa Rica again this summer! She is taking her students between grades 5 and 10 to complete animal rehabilitation for sloths, monkeys, and sea turtles. Amy finished a Masters in Education last May and started working on her 6th year degree in Educational Leadership in January.
Further congrats to Amy on her engagement to Richard Casey Jr.
Ken Martin ('95) is excited to announce that his restaurant business Colony Grill is opening its third location this spring, in Milford, CT. Colony Grill also has locations in Fairfield and Stamford, CT.
Pictured above Rebecca Santoli, Executive Director of Advancement, Ken Martin '95 and Michele Krasznai '89 Alumni Director.
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on Tuesday March 12 at 02:57PM
Peter & Laura Woods Massey '96 are proud to present Mitchell Patrick Massey, 7lbs 3 oz. born at 4:19AM 3/11/13! Mia & Graham are very pleased with their new little brother!
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on Tuesday March 12 at 09:12AM
A 20-year-veteran EMT is Trumbull's new executive director of EMS. Joseph Laucella '95 stood out among 40 during the search for a candidate for the new position, which was finalized Thursday night by the Town Council. He starts March 25. Laucella is a Shelton resident, married and father of two young girls. He started as an EMT at age 16 in Shelton.
Congratulations to Kim Luczaj '94 on her marriage to Bryan Sage.
From left to right: Wendy & Kevin Finch '94, Tracy & Stephen Burke '94, Maria & Brian Spillane '94, Caryn & Kevin Sullivan '94, Kim Luczaj Sage '94, Ray & Jill Hira LaPlante '94, Peggy Roac '94, Jason McCombs, Jen Rosso '95, Jay Lewis '94, Ken & Sue Sheridan Richardson '94
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on Wednesday February 6 at 11:16AM
Congratulations to Joseph Detullio '86 for receiving the 2012 Art Directors Guild Award. Joe is a Production Designer on Saturday Night Live and is being recognized for his extraordinary work. Please join us in congratulating Joe on this achievement! 2012 Art Directors Guild Awards
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on Wednesday February 6 at 10:01AM
Luke Cooper '94, head of Baltimore-based investment firm, Performant Capital Partners, is also an attorney and author. He has been making presentations to various educational organizations in the context of his upcoming book, which will serve as a practical toolkit to help young adults and entrepreneurs actualize success. He emails, “My book will be about seldom discussed practical concepts. I am committed to helping the parents, teachers, mentors and advocates design better solutions to serve our nation’s youth." Luke is a board member of the Children’s Scholarship Fund of Baltimore. For more information, visit lukeonlife.com.
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on Thursday January 31 at 01:21PM
The Lion King's Jim Ferris, a 1984 graduate of St Joseph High School, will be the host of our 1st Annual New York City Pretty In Pink Cocktail Cabaret & Women of Strength Awards on February 21 at The Yale Club of New York City.
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on Thursday January 24 at 10:20AM
Katherine Rose Bigley '08 is in Rome, Italy for The Catholic University of America's Rome Study Abroad Program. She is assisting in all of their marketing and publicity for hte program.
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on Thursday January 10 at 12:08PM
Jose Egurbide '83 is the Asst City Attorney in Los Angeles. Jose helped to uncover and prosecute a massive scheme to defraud Medicare by illegally recruiting homeless beneficiaries, using bogus diagnosis to admit them to area hospitals and fraudulently billing Medicare and Medicaid for unnecessary medical services before dumping them back on Skid Row. This scheme was subject of a CBS 60 Minutes Special Report by CNN Anderson: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-2823079.html.
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on Wednesday January 9 at 09:54AM
Elizabeth Bishop '00 is currently serving as Assistant Head of School at Innovate Manhattan on the Lower East Side of NY. In January, she will be completing her Ph.D in Education with a focus on Language, Literacy and Culture. She will also begin a post doctoral research agenda on international human rights education with a concentration on critical literacy learning in out-of-school spaces.
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on Wednesday January 9 at 09:49AM
Kristine Lisi '86 is the Director of The Family Medical Center and Director of Ambulatory Education for St Vincent's Hospital/Quinnipiac School of Medicine. She is also the recipient of the 2012 St Vincen't Hospital Distinguised Medical Educator Award.
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on Wednesday January 9 at 09:45AM
Austin Phillips '04 ran the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 3:11:18 and raised $1,735 for the ALS Association - fighting Lou Gehrig's Disease.
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on Wednesday January 9 at 09:42AM
Ryan Boyle '12 visited St Joe's and talked to the Freshman class about his new book 'When the Lights Go Out, a boy given a second chance'. Congratulations Ryan on all that you have overcome and for the publication of your new book!
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on Wednesday January 9 at 09:36AM
Stephanie DaMota '09 is studying law enforcement administration at the University of New Haven. She is currently a senior and is able to intern with MADD (mothers against drunk driving) as a court monitor/victim services specialist. Saturday October 13th she will be hosting the “Walk like MADD”, and is responsible for her own team.
“Walk like MADD” is a 5k (3 mile) walk not only dedicated to raise awareness about driving under the influence, but to raise money for victims as well.
This event will take place on Saturday October 13th, team registration starts at 8:30 AM at the Brandford Town Hall. Food and refreshments will be provided during the event, and prizes such as flat screen TV’s and Ipod’s will be given out to winning teams in categories including most members, and most money raised.
This is not only a great opportunity for me, but it is also a great opportunity for groups and teams of any kind, school, or job to get their name out in the public for a good cause. If you or anyone you know are interested in making a donation, becoming a team member for the walk, or have any further questions you can further contact Stephanie, Email: sdamota@att.net, Phone: (203) 906-6934
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on Thursday October 4, 2012 at 12:51PM
Max ’96 & Krista Thorne ’97 Gomez welcome their newest addition, Liliana Marie born 6lb 10oz, 21” August 16, 2012. Liliana joins her proud brothers Max and Elliot
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on Monday October 1, 2012 at 11:34AM
Marie Finan Wall '00 was married to Douglas Wall on June 9, 2012 at The Basilica Church of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in Southampton, New York. The reception was held at their parent's home in Southampton. Marie and Douglas are currently living and working in New York City.
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on Thursday August 23, 2012 at 10:06AM
Shannon Broderick '10 is involved with an annual fundraiser to benefit victims of domestic abuse. This October we are hosting our 14th Annual Frisbee Fest at Quinnipiac University. All donations to our Frisbee Fest go to the Domestic Violence Shelter of Greater New Haven. Your contribution is also in honor of Elizabeth Mary Pernel, one of our sisters murdered in 1998 due to a domestic violence dispute. It is our hope for the future that needless acts like these will no longer happen.
Last year they raised $28,000 thanks to the generosity of people like you. If you would like to donate (and every little bit helps), please make checks payable to the Iota Phi Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega and mail to Shannon Broderick, 2 Aspetuck Dr., Oxford, CT 06478. Donations are due to be handed in August 24, 2012. Thank you!
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on Monday August 13, 2012 at 10:04AM
Andrew Pia, Class of 2007, has just completed his Master's Degree in Accounting, from Syracuse University with honors and has begun his career with Price Waterhouse Coopers in Stamford, CT as a Corporate Tax Associate.
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 10:09AM
Christopher Pia, Class of 2005 is a Financial Services Professional with New York Life Insurance Company. He is a Licensed Agent, joining them upon graduation from Quinnipiac University. Chris has also just become President of Stratford Rotary Club and was also elected to the Quinnipiac University Alumni Board of Governors.
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 10:09AM
Elizabeth Marcari '01 received her PhD in Experimental and Molecular Medicine.Her PhD Thesis Title: "Pharmacologic Induction of Human Fetal Hemoglobin Through Activation of the NRF2 Antioxidant Response Signaling Pathway". She received The John W. Strobehn Medal for Excellence in Biomedical Research. This award is given annually to the graduating PhD candidate who best exemplifies those qualities of a scientific scholar. This individual possesses personal qualities of intellectual curiosity, dedication, and commitment to the pursuit of new scientific knowledge and to teaching, as well as a sense of social responsibility to the research community. Elizabeth will be pursuing her Post Doctorate Work at Harvard Medical School
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 10:03AM
Congratulations to Victor (VJ) Eng '96 and his wife Eileen on the birth of their first child. Ethan Patrick Eng was born on May 28, 2012 in London, England and weighed 7 pounds 15 ounces.
Proud family members are Grandparents Vic Eng, Faculty, and Patricia Gallagher Eng '66, Uncle Xavier Egurbide '93, Aunt Melissa Eng Egurbide '94 and Uncle Timothy Eng '01.
(back row) Xavier Egurbide '93, Tim Eng '01, VJ Eng '96
(front) Melissa Eng Egurbide '94 (holding Amelia Egurbide), Vic Eng (holding Kayla Egurbide) Patty Gallagher Eng '66 (holding Ethan Patrick Eng), Eileen Eng (holding Xavier Egurbide)
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 09:45AM
Congratulations to Peter '00 & Megan Tammany '01 Baird on the birth of "Lex", Alexandra Caroline Baird is here. Born 10:03am on May 27, 2012. 6lbs 14oz and 19 1/2 inches.
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 09:16AM
On October 7, 2012 Austin Phillips '04 will be running the Chicago Marathon on behalf of the ALS Association. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a fatal neuromuscular disease that can strike anyone without warning. Every 90 minutes someone in this country will be diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes someone will lose their battle against this devastating disease. Currently, there is no cure, and the only recourse for patients is death. My fundraising goal for this cause is $1500. Contributions can be made here: http://web.alsa.org/site/TR/Walks/Chicago?px=3420704&pg=personal&fr_id=8540. Any help is appreciated!
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on Thursday August 9, 2012 at 09:13AM
On June 29, 2012, John Kubik '74 took early retirement from Sikorsky Aircraft United Technologies Corporation after 34+ years in the Finance Department. During that time he was Plan Accountant for facilities in Alabama & Texas along with controllership responsibilities for the Field Service Operations. John gave his hand in marriage to his oldest daughter Margaret on July 7, 2012 and is now looking forward to opening a new chapter in his work life.
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on Tuesday August 7, 2012 at 12:01PM
Jacqueline DeBrizzi Causa '93 notified the Alumni Office that she is Director of Membership Marketing at LifeMedMedia. Jacqueline is marrried to J.R. Causa who is currently a NYPD officer and they are the proud parents of Caryse 8, Tristan 6 and Troy 7 months.
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on Tuesday August 7, 2012 at 11:54AM
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