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FROM IDEAS TO INNOVATION:A DECADE OF EXCELLENCE

THE MAGAZINE OFTHE JESUIT COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEYSaint Peter’s College

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Saint Peter’s College

ADMINISTRATION Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D. President

Virginia Bender, Ph.D. ’78 Special Assistant to the President for Institutional Planning

Rev. Michael L. Braden, S.J.Vice President for Mission and Ministry

Michael A. Fazio, M.B.A. Vice President for Advancement

Kenneth Payne, M.P.A.Vice President for Finance and Business

Terence Peavy, M.S.Vice President for Enrollment Management and Marketing

Eileen L. Poiani, Ph.D. Vice President for Student Affairs

Marylou Yam, Ph.D.Vice President for Academic Affairs

SPRING 2010 SAINT PETER’S COLLEGE MAGAZINEVolume 29, Number 2

EditorLorraine McConnellExecutive Director of College Communications

Editorial & Design ServicesErbach Communications Group

Contributors & Editorial AssistanceJamie BredehoftAna M. CravoLeah Leto ’05Meredith MacDonaldGloria MercurioLauren PantanoFrances Salvo ’02

PhotographyJeffrey VockSaint Peter’s College ArchivesCatherine MernarSR Smith Sports Photography

OUR DECADE OF EXCELLENCE

How can you measure a decade of excellence?

This issue of Saint Peter’s College magazine is devoted

to the ideas and innovations that, beginning with the new

millennium and the leadership of the late Rev. James N.

Loughran, S.J., helped make The Jesuit College of New

Jersey a dynamic learning community that is producing a

new generation of leaders.

The College has certainly come a long way in 10

years with new academic programs, major improvements

to campus facilities and a vibrant living and learning

environment all highlighted in this issue. However, our

primary focus has been, and always will be, the students.

Today our students represent 70 nationalities and speak nearly 40 languages. They come from

a multitude of cultures, continents and creeds. And while the faces have changed, the stories have

not. Bright, hardworking and ambitious, they have the same hopes and dreams as the generations of

men and women that came before them.

Every student who comes to Saint Peter’s has the opportunity to be challenged intellectually, to

achieve high standards and become successful, and to graduate prepared for a lifetime of learning,

leadership and service. Our decade of excellence was inspired by these students and all those to come.

The founder of the Society of Jesus, Saint Ignatius Loyola, realized that education was not an

end in itself, but rather a means to enlighten and inspire students to build a better world. Keeping

these Jesuit ideals alive, fresh and relevant is how we’re prepared to proceed into the second decade

of this new century—one student at a time.

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D.President

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FEATURES

6. A Decade of Excellence 14. Executive Education 16. Telling the Story of Saint Peter’s College 18. Planning a Legacy 20. The House that Faith Built

DEPARTMENTS

2. On the Boulevard 22. Peacock Blue 24. Alumni News and Notes 32. Then and Now

HOW TO REACH USAlumni News and NotesSubmit a note online atalumni.spc.eduor send it to: Offi ce of Alumni RelationsCushing Alumni House2641 Kennedy Boulevard Jersey City, NJ 07306

Letter to the EditorE-mail: [email protected], Saint Peter’s College magazine2641 Kennedy Boulevard Jersey City, NJ 07306 Telephone: (201) 761-6240Fax: (201) 761-6241

On the cover: A look back at some of the ideas and innovations that strengthened Saint Peter’s College during the past decade.

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LETTER TO THE EDITORI was delighted to read in the Fall 2009 issue of Saint Peter’s College magazine of the establishment of a School of Education. This news took me back over 50 years to a memory of a handful of potential educators waiting at the end of a busy college day for Professor Pat Caulfi eld to run up from his classes at the Prep to instruct us in the intricacies of classroom teaching. It was not only the mechanics of good teaching that Pat instilled in us, but the inherent love of teaching that he exhibited in that 50 minute session that remained as a lifetime example for all of us. As I refl ect over those pre-service courses, I fi nd that we gained a profound understanding of teaching methodology and process; however, more importantly, the entire Saint Peter’s experience and Jesuit tradition made us into educated, thoughtful and spiritual people. May students enrolled in the new School of Education experience for themselves the same fruitful, fulfi lling and rewarding experiences that I enjoyed in my own 41-year career in education.

Joseph Ellis ’59Redding, Conn.

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ON THE BOULEVARD

Bill Anastassatos ’88, ’07 leads one of the largest rehabilitation service organizations on the East Coast, yet he is planning on returning to Saint Peter’s College for the new M.B.A. in Health Care Administration to learn more. “I am looking forward to it,” said Anastassatos, president of Kessler Ambulatory Services in Lyndhurst, N.J. “The only way I can continue to compete is through my education. The New Jersey market is loaded with hospitals, acute care facilities and long-term facilities. There’s a lot of competition out there and I like to stay one step ahead of everyone else.”

The College instituted the new program at the start of the Spring 2010 trimester in response to the growing needs of a complex and evolving health care industry. There are more than 100 hospitals in New Jersey and close to 20 health care systems that treat a combined 17 million patients annually; the industry also provides 125,000 jobs and $14 billion in annual revenues that drive both state and local economies.

According to John J. Hampton, Ph.D., KPMG Professor of Business and director of graduate business programs, the 48-credit program is geared to senior health industry professionals like Anastassatos. In fact, while he was earning an M.B.A. with a

concentration in fi nance a few years ago, Anastassatos and other professionals in the program suggested the graduate business program offer a health care focus.

Candidates will have the opportunity to analyze issues and trends in the fi nancing of the industry, propose strategies to improve administrative practice, and examine relevant concepts and issues such as labor relations, Medicare/Medicaid fraud and the electronic medical record (EMR). The federal government has set aside $34 billion to help health care institutions adopt adequate systems to share medical information electronically by 2012.

The program also places an emphasis on the concept of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), a hallmark of the Saint Peter’s M.B.A. program. “One of the places where ERM can be most effective is the health care industry,” commented Dr. Hampton. “From the moment a patient

pulls up in the parking lot to post-care, there are a million places where something can go wrong.” Anastassatos also believes the ERM focus is a relevant tool that managers and administrators can utilize in the fi eld today. “Health care is a risky business and we need to limit our risk to remain competitive and stay one step ahead of everyone else.”

Beginning this spring, Saint Peter’s undergraduates can earn a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management through a new joint degree program offered through the College and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). The initia-tive is part of several combined, joint and dual degree programs at the College, which enable undergraduates to gain a strong liberal arts foundation with pre-professional education.

The program is just one example of the types of part-nerships the College has built to accelerate the professional degree progression for students. In addition to UMDNJ, Saint Peter’s offers several combined degree programs with Seton

Hall University and Rutgers University.

Housed in the College’s Department of Biology, the health information manage-ment program allows students to be enrolled at Saint Peter’s for the fi rst two years in order to fulfi ll their core and prerequisite courses. They will then complete the degree at UMDNJ over two additional years. Students in the day or evening sessions can take advantage of this degree program.

Students will gain expertise in managing patient information and medical records. Graduates will be equipped with the knowl-edge and skills to administer computer information systems and the coding of medical diag-noses and procedures.

MANAGING HEALTH CARE RISK COLLEGE INTRODUCES NEW CONCENTRATION IN M.B.A. PROGRAM

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HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENTCOLLEGE OFFERS NEW JOINT DEGREE PROGRAM

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What’s on my iPodSaint Peter’s College magazine asked Director of Athletics Patrick Elliott, “What’s on your iPod?” Turns out, Elliott carries an eclectic mix of rock, country, alternative and “anything ’80s.” Here are a few selections from his playlist:

“Jungleland” Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band

“Where the Streets Have No Name” U2

“Crush” Dave Matthews Band

“How Do You Like Me Now?!” Toby Keith

“Never Mind the Strangers” Saw Doctors

“A Better Man” Pearl Jam

NEW DEAN FOR SPCS

As senior adviser to the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) in Washington, D.C., and consultant to more than 65 independent colleges and universities, Edward J. Barboni, Ph.D., brings a wealth of experience to his new role as dean of the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS) at

Saint Peter’s College.“I really wanted to be a part

of something that I’m passionate about,” said Dr. Barboni regarding his appointment, which was effective last June. “I’m passionate about adult education, so this was perfect for me.”

The new dean, who has helped several colleges develop degree programs geared to the needs of adult learners, sees a great deal of opportunity at The Jesuit College of New Jersey.

The goal, he says, is to provide convenient access to high quality, values-based education.

“I like institutions that take their mission seriously,” Dr. Barboni added. “I really respect the Jesuit values.”

In terms of convenience, Dr. Barboni says the Express Track option offered by the School

of Nursing, in which a cohort completes the R.N. to B.S.N. program in 21 months, “is a model for the kinds of programs we need.”

SPCS will also look to expand its presence in New Jersey. Adult learners are currently earning Saint Peter’s degrees at corporate worksite programs at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield in Newark, N.J., and Newark Liberty International Airport.

SPCS expects to approach additional corporations and organizations for on-site degree programs.

Dr. Barboni earned a B.A. in sociology and mathematics from Purdue University, as well as an M.S. and Ph.D. in sociology and statistics from Cornell University. He resides in Englewood, N.J.

Edward Barboni, Ph.D.

The economy, the affordability of higher education and Saint Peter’s new green initiatives were a few of the topics of discussion on One-on-One with Steve Adubato, the Emmy Award winning news program that aired on February 13 on WNET/THIRTEEN. Adubato spoke to College President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., about trends in undergraduate and graduate education, as well as how families are managing the cost of an independent college education in a tough economic climate.

“Schools such as Saint

Peter’s put a great deal of resources into student fi nancial aid,” Dr. Cornacchia told Adubato, noting that 97 percent of students who demonstrate fi nancial need receive institutional assistance at Saint Peter’s College. The president also discussed the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment and the purchase of 100 percent renewable energy for the College’s Jersey City campus.

Dr. Cornacchia said, “I think it is one way colleges and universities can really

demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and to good civic responsibility.” To view the full segment of the broadcast, visit spc.edu/OneOnOne2009.

Steve Adubato and College President Eugene Cornacchia, Ph.D.

ONE-ON-ONECOLLEGE PRESIDENT INTERVIEWED BY STEVE ADUBATO


Rev. Joseph A. Kelly, S.J., was the kind of Jesuit who wanted to see young people do more than talk about important social issues. He wanted students to take action. On October 24, 2009, students from Saint Peter’s College, children from St. Aloysius School and students from St. Mary High School did just that, joining the effort to ease hunger by walking fi ve miles to and from Exchange Place in Jersey City.

The event, dedicated to the memory of Father Kelly, marked the 30th anniversary of the Annual International CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Hunger Walk at Saint Peter’s. An interfaith hunger education and fundraising event that helps to support grassroots hunger-fi ghting development efforts around the world, the local CROP Walk was founded in 1979 by Father Kelly, who served as campus minister of the College for more than 20 years.

Two new members of the Saint Peter’s community, Erich Sekel, associate director of campus ministry for community service and Clare Ettensohn, assistant director of campus ministry for community service, spearheaded this year’s initiative. Neither knew what to expect of their fi rst CROP Walk, but both say that because the event was dedicated to Father Kelly “we wanted to do it really well.”

One hundred fi fty participants joined the event, one of the largest turnouts in recent memory. In turn, they managed to inspire others in the Jersey City community. Last year, employees of Rabobank,

located at Exchange Place, walked with Saint Peter’s students. This year, the bank increased participation by organizing its own CROP Walk on October 23 after the workday ended.

The Saint Peter’s CROP Walk raised $3,800 and each local group can elect to donate up to 25 percent of the funds it raises to local hunger-fi ghting programs. Saint Peter’s donated its portion to the College-sponsored “Midnight Run,” which distributes food, clothing and toiletries to homeless individuals in New York City, as well as to local soup kitchens.

ON THE BOULEVARD

When Rev. David S. Ciancimino, S.J., began a six-year term as provincial superior of the New York Province of the Society of Jesus in 2008, he spent his fi rst year in offi ce “on the road” visiting Jesuit organizations in New York, northern New Jersey and several mission territories.

Part of the “on the road” tour included a visit last fall to The Jesuit College of New Jersey, where the provincial met with Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., president of Saint Peter’s College. A major priority for the New York Province is ensuring that Ignatian spirituality is imbued in the province’s programs—an initiative that Saint Peter’s College has actively embraced.

“We have a very vibrant and robust spirituality program at the College,” said Dr. Cornacchia, pointing to the recent introduction of the Ignatian Colleagues Program (ICP), which encourages lay leadership to strengthen the

Jesuit character of an institution. Busy members of the College community have also had the opportunity to explore spirituality through The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius Loyola in a new program offered by Vice President of Mission and Ministry Rev. Michael L. Braden, S.J.

“The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius Loyola are a gift from God to the Church through the Society of Jesus,” said Father Ciancimino in an interview prior to his visit. “It is our responsibility to make them available to the Church, not just as pious text, but as a way of living, of making decisions, and of growing closer to the Lord.”

The New York Province is in the midst of implementing a strategic discernment process titled “Responding to the Call of Christ” to explore joining the Maryland, New England and New York provinces into one Jesuit Province. Vocation promotion is another major objective. “Ours is an exciting and meaningful life,” said Father Ciancimino. “It is my sincere hope that men will fi nd our way of life attractive to them as they come to know us better.”

To learn more about the New York Province and its ministries, or to make a donation, visit nysj.org.

PROVINCIAL SUPERIOR VISITS SAINT PETER’S COLLEGE

30TH ANNIVERSARY CROP HUNGER WALK LARGE TURNOUT IN HONOR OF THE LATE REV. JOSEPH A. KELLY, S.J.

Rev. David Ciancimino, S.J.

Pictured (left to right) at the 30th annual CROP Walk are: Victor Badaracco ’13, Joe Miani ’13, Neil Carroll ’13 and Kris Heller ’13.


ON THE BOULEVARD

FOLLOW YOUR PASSION ACCLAIMED MUSICIAN AND ADMINISTRATOR INSPIRES STUDENTS

DEDICATE A PEW CHAIR

When Director for Experiential Learning and Career Services Crescenzo Fonzo isn’t facilitating the placement of Saint Peter’s students at Credit Suisse, Johnson & Johnson or Island Def Jam records, you can probably fi nd him behind an organ keyboard. Fonzo, an accomplished professional organist, derives great satis-faction from his dual careers as college administrator and classical musician. “My two professions complement, balance and affi rm each other,” he explained. “Both lines of work challenge me to be creative in different ways.”

The Italian-born Fonzo (Enzo to his colleagues at Saint Peter’s) discovered his passion for performing as a child. “I’ve played the organ for 36 years and I’ve been composing music of my own since I was 16,” he said. His musical gifts have afforded him the opportunity to study in Switzerland and France with legendary organ instructors including Susan Landale, Marie-Louise Langlais and Marie-Claire Alain. “Music has allowed me to experience other cultures and meet new people. It’s refreshing,” he commented. “I’ve been very fortunate to work with these wonderful teachers.”

Today, Fonzo is minister of music at St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Paterson, N.J., where he directs choirs that perform in English, Italian and Spanish. He has been able to combine his passions for music and higher education at Saint Peter’s, where he has played for special liturgies that included the inaugural Mass for Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., president of Saint Peter’s College, in 2007. Fonzo composed and performed three original musical works for the celebration.

Fonzo is happy to provide his unique perspective to Saint Peter’s students who intend to pursue music professionally. “Enzo has played an integral part in the shaping of my career,” commented Vincent Rone ’02, who began studying the organ under Fonzo in

2001. With Fonzo’s guidance, Rone went on to earn a master’s degree in sacred music and organ performance from Duquesne University in 2005 and is currently completing work for a Ph.D. in musicology at the University of California at Santa Barbara. “Enzo’s subtle, but consistent words of encouragement and faith in me completely changed my life,” he said.

“I love helping young people,” added Fonzo. “I challenge them to be the best they can and to follow their passion.”

Crescenzo Fonzo poses with world-renowned organist Marie-Claire Alain in front of the Alain Family Organ in Switzerland. Last summer, Fonzo participated in the annual Cours d’Interpretation with organists from Europe, Canada and the United States.

Last fall, Saint Peter Chapel underwent a renovation that included a campaign for new sanctuary chairs and kneelers. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, the campaign is off to an encouraging start with 13 pew chairs reserved to date. The goal is to dedicate 65 pew chairs by the close of the College’s fi scal year on June 30.

“The recent refurbishment of Saint Peter Chapel is in line with VISION 2015’s emphasis on strengthening our Jesuit identity,” noted Vice President for Advancement Michael A. Fazio. “These chairs offer alumni and friends of the College a way to recognize or honor a special person in their life within one of the most important places on campus.”

Donors can choose two levels of support: $1,000 donation for a chair and portable kneeler or $500 for a chair. The donation is fully tax deductible and will benefi t the College’s Annual Fund. For further information, contact Kevin Brennan, manager of annual giving, at [email protected] or (201) 761-6111.



Academic major in criminal justice is introduced. By 2009, the program serves more than 200 students each year. Graduates of the program are

employed by the F.B.I. and the United States Secret Service, and have gone on to top graduate programs at the University of London and John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

$8.2 million renovation of Gannon Hall is completed, paving the way for

new science and pre-professional programs that will advance the College to the forefront of science and research, and provide greater opportunities for graduates.

Saint Peter’s becomes the fi rst institution of higher education to

offer undergraduate and graduate courses on Jersey City’s booming waterfront. The following year the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS) is established and programs

for adult learners expand to South Amboy, as well as corporate worksite programs at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield and Newark Liberty International Airport.

The resident student population reaches an all-time high of 730

and residential life continues its climb with 55 percent of all freshmen living on campus by 2006.

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A $1 million endowment establishes the Schuh Professor of Health and Natural Sciences to propel more students toward

science careers. The program has produced nearly 30 Schuh Scholars and the majority have gone on to medical or graduate school.

Saint Peter’s becomes the third college in the nation and the fi rst in New Jersey to become 100 percent wireless through Phantom Access.

Saint Peter’s participates in its fi rst Ignatian Family Teach-In, a national gathering to honor Jesuit martyrs and

educate participants on issues of social justice. Since 2001, more than 60 members of the college community have attended this event and rallied for the Catholic call for peace.

The Saint Peter’s College community galvanizes in response

to 9/11. Jesuits, students, faculty and staff coordinate relief efforts, hold blood drives and provide spiritual support for those in need.

2001 2002

Members of the Saint Peter’s community form a Global

Outreach (GO!) Team for a cultural immersion trip to Honduras. For the next eight years, more than 90 individuals from Saint Peter’s will participate in this life-changing experience.

The social justice program, a minor degree emphasizing both

the thought and work of advocating for a more equitable world, is introduced.

A greener campus. Cutting-edge academic programs for a new millennium. Service opportunities that expand the vision of students and inspire them to become agents for positive change. These are just a few examples of progress that helped to define our decade of excellence.

As Saint Peter’s College embarks on a brand new decade, we look back at 10 years of ideas and innovation that enriched The Jesuit College of New Jersey and established a stronger institution that continues to transform the lives of all it serves.

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A DECADE OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Saint Peter’s graduates are prepared to meet the needs of society with more than 20 new academic and pre-professional programs introduced in the last decade.

Saint Peter’s launches its EDUCATION. ONE STUDENT AT A TIME. marketing campaign. Word spreads and within a few years, the size and quality of the

freshman class grows to nearly 600 students.

The College community gathers to dedicate a Muslim prayer space. A lecture and rededication is held each year to strengthen

authentic dialogue and religious appreciation within the diverse community of Saint Peter’s.

2003 2004to raising public awareness about the purposes and activities of the U.N. and issues of global concern.

The Saint Peter’s College bridge is dedicated. The new walkway provides

greater cohesion by linking residential life on the East Campus with academic programs on the West Campus. The College also unveils a new plaza on the East Campus featuring the bronze Saint Peter statue, a gift from an anonymous donor.


A $1 million gift endows the College’s Honors Program. Each year, approximately

150 undergraduates are enrolled in the Honors Program, which provides academic and intellectual enrichment to highly motivated students.

Saint Peter’s College is designated a United Nations

Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). As an NGO, the College is committed

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CHARTING NEW TERRITORY Journalism. Criminal justice. Biotechnology. Environmental science. These are just a few examples of the more than 20 new academic and pre-professional programs introduced at Saint Peter’s College over the last decade. Driving this innovation are two core ideals. The fi rst is best summed up by Saint Peter’s College President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D.: to create new opportunities that will inspire students to “do more than earn a living, but lead a life worth living.” The second is to provide institutional leadership that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives and communities. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.), fi rst offered at the Jersey City campus in 2006, is a prime example of Jesuit excellence at its best. The program offers students a challenging professional opportunity to care for those in need while helping to meet the current and future demand for highly trained nurses. This May, the fi rst class of B.S.N. degrees will be awarded to approximately 32 graduates, who will be valuable additions to area hospitals, clinics and other health care agencies. “The innovation and expansion of academic programs has been quite signifi cant,” said Vice President for

Academic Affairs Marylou Yam, Ph.D. While the academic options have certainly diversifi ed, academic excellence is at the heart of each program. “Students pursue excellence through a strong core curriculum, which emphasizes critical thinking, communication, freedom of inquiry and an appreciation of life-long learning.”

GROWTH IN GRADUATE EDUCATIONIn a knowledge-based economy where professionals must update skills and capabilities continually, the demand for graduate and continuing education grows. Saint Peter’s has risen to the challenge by refi ning and enhancing advanced degree programs in business, education and nursing.

The College was the fi rst institution of higher education to offer business degree programs on Jersey City’s booming waterfront in 2000. Development of programs, such as a master’s degree in special education in 2009, allow practicing teachers to specialize and meet the real

demands of New Jersey classrooms. And many professional nurses are learning to fulfi ll leadership roles in health care, courtesy of master’s degree programs offered at a newly established School of Nursing.

Meeting the needs of adult learners including graduate, evening and weekend students has enriched Saint Peter’s as well. Today, nearly 40 percent of degrees awarded are at the graduate level.

CENTERS OF EXCELLENCESaint Peter’s continued to move to the forefront of science, research and discovery through new and longstanding centers of excellence. The Center for Microplasma Science and Technology (CMST) is the nation’s fi rst and only center devoted to the pioneering fi eld of microplasma research. Established with a $2 million federal grant in 2009, the center is conducting leading research while encouraging more students in the fi eld of science. The College is also working to improve the quality of math and science education in New Jersey schools. With a private grant of $450,000, the College established the PARSE (Practical Appli- cation of Research Science Education) Institute, which brings a cohort of teachers into Saint Peter’s labs for practical research experiences and mentor support.

STUDENTS PURSUE

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2005 2006The communication program becomes the Department of Communication, furthering

career options in print, TV, radio and the Internet. By 2006, new programs such as communication, criminal justice, graphic/visual arts and nursing account for 20 percent of all undergraduate majors.

The Gannon Debating Society is revived with a small

group of debaters. The team grows, and with each subsequent year the society hosts and participates in high profi le debating events.

Music also experiences a resurgence, with the Aidan C. McMullen Chorale tripling in size

and additional theatrical performances by Argus Eyes.

Through the newly developed Urban Research Action Project,

students combine classroom learning with fi rsthand community action. Moving lessons outside of the classroom enables students to prepare for a lifetime of learning, leadership and service in a diverse and global society.

Saint Peter’s introduces a B.S.N. degree at the Jersey City campus. Leading medical centers in the region applaud the new program, noting

that it will help address the R.N. shortage. In Spring 2010, the fi rst B.S.N. degrees will be awarded to 32 graduates.

With two federal grants of $1 million, the College further upgrades lab facilities and invests in new

technology to launch a biotechnology program.


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A DECADE OF STRENGTHENING JESUIT IDENTITY

Students at Saint Peter’s today encounter Jesuit values in more explicit ways.


History is made when Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., is inaugurated the fi rst lay president of Saint Peter’s College.

Citing growth in its undergraduate and graduate nursing programs to meet the metropolitan area’s burgeoning health care needs, the School of Nursing is established at Saint Peter’s College.

2006The M.B.A. from Saint Peter’s becomes even more valuable

with the addition of an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) focus that CEOs have lauded as “providing real world exposure to current business issues and leaders.”

To strengthen its Jesuit identity, the College institutes a new cabinet level appointment: vice president for mission and ministry.

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—Kairos House, a facility that serves as the center for the College’s social justice program, is dedicated.

The College introduces a six-year undergraduate and law degree program with Seton Hall University. By the end of the decade, Saint

Peter’s will offer 10 combined degree programs including dentistry, engineering, pharmacy and occupational therapy, and joint degree programs in cytotechnology and medical technology.

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STRENGTH IN SPIRIT How can a Jesuit college stay true to its core values when there are fewer Jesuits on campus? Over the last decade, Saint Peter’s College has devoted time, energy and resources that foster and support Jesuit ideals so that both the hearts and minds of students are educated in the rich context of Ignatian spirituality.

To that end, the College established the cabinet position of vice president for mission and ministry to ensure all members of the Saint Peter’s community have the opportunity to participate in a faith fi lled experience. New initiatives, such as the Ignatian Colleagues Program, help promote lay leaders to sustain the College’s Jesuit Catholic character into the future. And in the last year students, faculty members and administrators have discovered the power of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius Loyola through a program led by Vice President for Mission and Ministry Rev. Michael L. Braden, S.J.

According to Father Braden, Saint Peter’s students today encounter Jesuit teachings of magis (to strive for more) and cura personalis (care for the entire person) in more explicit ways. “We are more intentional in helping students understand the language of Jesuit tradition,” he said. “I think we do a really good job of taking

students from ‘where they are’ to ‘as far as they can go.’ Our faculty is superb in that regard.”

FAITH THAT DOES JUSTICE Encouraging students to become “Men and Women for Others” is more than a saying at Saint Peter’s. In the last decade the College introduced a social justice program, formed a Global Outreach (GO!) Team that has traveled to Honduras for eight consecutive years and provided many service opportunities that look beyond

volunteerism and focus on working toward systematic change for the common good.

“It really motivated me to want to pursue a career in politics and to be one of those people who could bring change to injustices throughout the world and in Latin America,” said Noel Borges ’10 who participated in the Ignatian Family Teach-In, a national gathering of Jesuit students organized by the Ignatian Solidarity Network to honor Jesuit martyrs

and educate on issues of social justice.

DIVERSE COMMUNITYAs the College embarks on the second decade of the new millennium, the rich diversity of Saint Peter’s truly embodies Jesuit values of inclusion. Today, the student body of 3,100 has grown to represent more than 70 nationalities and speak nearly 40 different languages. And it is a community that does more than tolerate one another; many who visit The Jesuit College of New Jersey are

immediately struck by the deep culture of respect that touches every aspect of campus life.

“Saint Peter’s has been referred to as a great microcosm of our global society,” observed Virginia Bender, Ph.D., ’78, special assistant to the president for institutional planning. “In the last decade the College has evolved, diversifi ed and brought more people into this very interesting place.”

“IT REALLY MOTIVATED ME TO WANT TO PURSUE A CAREER IN POLITICS AND TO BE

ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE WHO COULD BRING CHANGE TO INJUSTICES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.”[


The Executives-in-Residence program—a one-week program that brings industry leaders to Saint Peter’s—is formalized.

Since 2007, 25 senior executives, the vast majority Saint Peter’s alumni, have participated in the program.

Saint Peter’s begins exploring ways to reduce its carbon footprint. Within a year, Dr. Cornacchia signs the

American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. From the banning

of polystyrene cups and containers to MINI E-cars and a campus conservation contest among the College’s seven residence halls, Saint Peter’s signifi cantly reduces its energy consumption.

The College embarks on the silent phase of a multi-year capital campaign to build a signature

student center, support Jesuit mission and identity and other institutional priorities. To date, more than $26 million has been raised for the campaign.

2008


One year after its launch, the biotechnology program becomes a major. Saint Peter’s is one of a handful of New

Jersey colleges to offer an academic discipline that prepares undergraduates for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

The Department of Applied Science and Technology is established to accommodate growing science

programs including biochemistry, biotechnology and physics, as well as to house pre-professional and combined degree programs.


A DECADE OF ADVANCING LIVING AND LEARNING

A bridge connects the East and West campuses.

2008

Students majoring in computer and information science are able to

enhance their degrees with a concentration in e-commerce. Concentrations in environmental science and forensic science, as well as a minor in Africana studies are introduced the following year.

$5 million in capital improvements are completed to make the Jersey City campus more comfortable, attractive and conducive to learning.

WSPC is outfi tted with new technology for TV and radio, as well as broadcasting over the Internet.

With more than 100 communication majors, the radio station is revived, with students involved in producing more than 17 different programs.

The Carnegie Foundation designates Saint Peter’s a Community Engaged Institution for its outreach and

partnerships with more than 45 non-profi t agencies.

Multiple initiatives advance the College’s Ignatian identity. These include participation in the Ignatian Solidarity Network, the

Jesuit Universities Humanitarian Action Network (JUHAN) and the Ignatian Colleagues Program.

Having fi rmly established a reputation for providing cura personalis, it is no

surprise when a NCAA report cites a 91 percent graduation rate for Saint Peter’s student-athletes—one of the highest in the nation.


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VIBRANT CAMPUS LIFESaint Peter’s graduates often remark that it’s the experiences outside the classroom that helped to shape and form them into successful adults. In many ways, those experiences have become richer and more fulfi lling, thanks to many advances to build a vibrant living and learning environment. In the last decade, signature programs like the Gannon Debating Society and the Aidan C. McMullen Chorale have been revived. WSPC Radio is back on the air, and since the resurrection of the Indian and Pakistani Culture Club in 2002, hundreds of Saint Peter’s students from all walks of life have come together to socialize and form cross-cultural bonds of understanding.

Since Peacock Nation formed last year to build spirit and pride in the College’s 19 Division I athletic teams, the group has energized the Jersey City campus with a host of initiatives. From Pink Zone events to promote breast cancer awareness to organized “White Outs” at men’s basketball games, the excitement created by Peacock Nation helps to provide the full college experience for Saint Peter’s students.

CATALYST FOR INNOVATIONInvestment in facilities and technology has been the catalyst for a decade of innovation and new ideas at The Jesuit

College of New Jersey. In 2000, the College unveiled an $8.2 million renovation of Gannon Hall that laid a foundation for exciting developments in academic and pre-professional programs in the fi elds of applied and health science. Gifts from generous alumni, like a $1 million endowment from Carol Bastek, Ed.D., ’70, created a dedicated space for undergraduates in the Honors Program to pursue excellence. And when the Saint Peter’s College walkway connected the East and West campuses in 2004, it also enriched the living and learning environment by bringing academics and residential life closer together.

“Connecting people is the foundation for a vibrant campus life,” said Eileen L.

Poiani, Ph.D., the College’s vice president for student affairs. “Improved facilities and attractive gathering spaces at Saint Peter’s are creating more than a physical link to buildings and technology—they are fostering the connection of people to one another in order to build a strong community.”

A GREEN FORCESaint Peter’s College is becoming a force in green initiatives and a model for society-at-large since signing on to the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment in 2008. Environmentally responsible practices have been adopted throughout all aspects of campus life, from the leasing of 100 percent electric Mini Cooper vehicles for use by admissions and campus safety personnel to a Jersey City campus powered by 100 percent renewable energy. New learning opportunities also assist students in entering the ever-greening economy.

“As a Jesuit, Catholic institute of higher education, we have a deep-seated and moral obligation to protect our environment,”

noted Saint Peter’s College President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., following the announcement of a new degree program in environmental studies. All efforts, both large and small, work toward the same goal: to create a green environment for Saint Peter’s students, who will then take the lessons they’ve learned and work toward a more sustainable planet.

“AS A JESUIT, CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF HIGHER EDUCATION, WE HAVE A DEEP-SEATED AND MORAL OBLIGATION TO PROTECT OUR ENVIRONMENT.” [


The nation’s fi rst and only center devoted entirely to microplasma research is established at Saint Peter’s College. Researchers at

the new Center for Microplasma Science and Technology (CMST) are charged with advancing both the science of microplasmas and the careers of science students.

The Practical Application of Research in Science Education

(PARSE) Institute is created to improve the quality of math and science education in New Jersey schools.

Graduate programs in education expand to include school counseling and special education, to meet New Jersey’s critical needs. 450 undergraduate

and graduate students matriculate to a newly established School of Education.

The Cooperative Education and Internship Program marks its 60th

year of excellence. Saint Peter’s is one of only a few colleges where students can earn money, academic credit and valuable hands-on experience with more than 500 public and non-profi t organizations.

Saint Peter’s adopts even more eco-friendly measures and announces that beginning in 2010, all electricity

generated for all buildings on the Jersey City campus will be powered by 100 percent renewable energy.

Peacock Nation is launched to bolster school pride and the

College’s 19 Division I athletic programs. Booster spirit was on display when the Peacocks took part in ESPN’s College Basketball Tip-Off Marathon.

2009

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hen Marty Salvo ’98, ’08 refl ects on the M.B.A. she earned from Saint Peter’s College two years ago, Executives-in-Residence (EIR) Week stands out as a high point of her graduate studies.

Initiated three years ago, the program invites senior corporate executives, many of whom are Saint Peter’s alumni, to the Jersey City campus to share their expertise and experiences with M.B.A. candidates.

“This was probably one of the best courses I took in the M.B.A. program,” noted Salvo, a senior fi nancial analyst with PR Newswire Accounting. “It’s very relevant.”

Since 2007, 25 senior executives have visited the campus to discuss topics of relevance to today’s busi-ness climate. Far from static lectures, the sessions are lively exchanges in which M.B.A. candidates engage the executives in dialogues on key issues confronting modern business professionals. The candidates meet in advance of EIR Week to form teams and research the careers of the speakers and their companies to promote more mean-ingful exchanges.

In addition to two presentations a day, the program features a networking luncheon at which candidates can meet more informally with the executives.

Saint Peter’s Executives-in-Residence Week brings top corporate leaders to campus to enrich the experiences of M.B.A. candidates.

Executive Education

WM.B.A. candidates with John Hampton, Ph.D., KPMG Professor of Business and director of graduate business programs (far left) and William Monahan ’69 (fourth from right in navy blazer), former CEO of Imation, at the fall 2009 Executives-in-Residence Week.


This year’s EIR Week was held March 15 through 19 at the Jersey City campus.

John J. Hampton, Ph.D., KPMG Professor of Business and director of graduate business programs for the College, emphasized the tremendous amount of work candidates put into their research for the four weeks preceding EIR Week, which is presented once each during the fall and spring semesters. Since many M.B.A. students are working professionals themselves, their experiences add to the richness of the encounters.

“M.B.A. candidates are at a level at which they’re working to solve problems in a complex world,”explained

Dr. Hampton, who is also author of the book Fundamentals of Enterprise Risk Management: How Top Companies Assess Risk, Manage Exposures, and Seize Opportunities. “If you offer some insight on that, that’s a really good feeling.”

Joseph R. Gromek ’68, president and chief executive offi cer of Warnaco Group, Inc., participated in EIR Week last fall. He was impressed by the thorough research the students completed.

“The amount of time and attention they put into the experience was quite powerful in my mind,” said Gromek, whose fi rm manages products sold under a number of highly recognizable brand names including Calvin Klein, Speedo, Chaps, Warner and Olga. “I expected them to do some research, but they exceeded my expectations.”

Both Gromek and James McAndrew ’70, chairman and chief executive offi cer of Matthew Outdoor Advertising Investments and an EIR presenter a year ago, said M.B.A. candidates even offered advice on business dilemmas the executives faced. Some of the candidates followed up with e-mails and visits.

McAndrew, who manages more than 50,000 billboards and digital displays in the United States, Panama and Sub-Sahara Africa, recalled one Saint Peter’s M.B.A. candidate with an interest in the fi eld traveling to meet with him at his offi ce in Bangor, Penn.

“I was really impressed with her. She was bright,” he said, noting that the diversity of the student body at Saint Peter’s also pleased him. “I think the very presence of executives who are successful or entrepreneurial shows

students who are the budding brains that it’s real, it really happens. It takes time, but that education you’re getting is the fi rst step.”

Gromek added that executives carry useful information about the candidates’ perspectives back to the offi ce, where it can be invaluable in developing new products.

“For me, being able to interact with young people is crucial to my company evolving and developing new products,” he explained. “Hearing their perspectives and what they’re thinking about is important to my company.”

In addition to enriching the students’ educational experiences, EIR Week helps executives who are graduates

of The Jesuit College of New Jersey to reconnect with their alma mater and gain enjoyment from helping to mold the next generation of business leaders.

“I found it one of the most rewarding things you can do as an executive, to take your skills and deliver them to others,” McAndrew said. “It’s a form of compensation that goes way beyond money, health care or vacation benefi ts. It’s the best form of compensation.”

Peter Mele ’85, ’08, an accountant on a consultant basis who earned his M.B.A. from Saint Peter’s two years ago, called EIR Week a “fantastic experience” that provided him with relevant and practical insights, all concentrated within a single week.

“You have this opportunity of exposure to people with a wealth of knowledge,” Mele said. “Where else can you get that in a week?”

ACADEMIC FEATURE

Joseph Gromek ’68

“I FOUND IT ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING THINGS YOU CAN DO AS AN EXECUTIVE, TO TAKE YOUR SKILLS AND DELIVER THEM TO OTHERS. IT’S A FORM OF COMPENSATION THAT GOES

WAY BEYOND MONEY, HEALTH CARE OR VACATION BENEFITS.”]

James McAndrew ’70


Thomas W. Matteo, Ph.D., was a new associate professor of business administration at Saint Peter’s College. Joseph McLaughlin, Ph.D., ’77 practically grew up at the College, fi rst as the son of alumnus Joseph McLaughlin ’43, and later, as a student and ultimately, professor of sociology and urban studies. Together they collaborated on a unique story. Saint Peter’s College, just released by Arcadia Publishing, is part of the publisher’s popular campus history series.

TELLING THE STORY OF SAINT PETER’S COLLEGE

Thomas Matteo, Ph.D., (left) and Joseph McLaughlin, Ph.D., (right) ’77 collaborated on a book about Saint Peter’s College.


QUESTION AND ANSWER

So, how did the two of you come together to write a book about Saint Peter’s College?

Dr. McLaughlin: Well I was Tom’s mentor…

Dr. Matteo: Which is a pretty great thing that they do here at Saint Peter’s. All of the new professors have an experienced, tenured professor to act as a mentor; mine was Joe.

When I came here four years ago, I wanted to fi nd some way to help promote the College. Having written several books about Staten Island history, I thought this was one way I could help. This is the fi rst time I’ve co-authored a book. It’s usually diffi cult when you co-author with someone else, you have different attitudes and visions, but Joe and I clicked from the beginning.

Other books in this campus history series tend to focus on the past. Yours tells the story of Saint Peter’s to the present day. How come?

Dr. Matteo: We thought it was important to not only see where Saint Peter’s was, but to also see what it has become. And we were able to convince the editors to agree. So the story we were able to tell is truly unique in that sense.

Dr. McLaughlin: And what’s interesting is that it’s a story with many different chapters. The College started downtown. It closed during World War I. It re-opened and then went through a transformation when women came in. More recently, it went through another transformation with a new lay president. So it’s a constantly changing story and that’s the thing about Saint Peter’s that is interesting to me, it is constantly evolving.

Dr. Matteo: Yet it always stays true to its mission. The College has evolved to deal with the needs and demands of the times, but it has remained true to its mission and hasn’t sacrifi ced its beliefs.

You cover 137 years of history. Did either of you learn anything about the College that surprised you?

Dr. McLaughlin: Given that I’ve taught here since 1987 and my father graduated from here, oddly enough there were things that were surprising for me. We came upon this one photograph in the College archives that was perfectly preserved. It was my father’s class graduation picture. So we put that photo in the book—and it was part of the story because he was here during World War II when the College went to a trimester system so they could get guys out in three years to go fi ght. So everyone from that photograph probably went right from Saint Peter’s to either Europe or the Pacifi c.

Also surprising were the people who have come to Saint Peter’s to speak. I was just teaching about Robert Moses and we found a photograph of him here. President Roosevelt, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ted Kennedy, Nixon, Obama, Frank Capra, Judy Collins…

Dr. Matteo: I was amazed at the broad range of folks from all walks of the political spectrum and ideology who came to speak and it’s one of the reasons that I came to teach at Saint Peter’s. I think it’s a great educational environment to be in rather than to be lock step in one direction or the other.

Is that a good representation of the Jesuit openness to dialogue?

Dr. McLaughlin: I think so.

Dr. Matteo: Absolutely. When you go from Nixon to Obama, can you get any further apart on the political spectrum?

This issue of Saint Peter’s College magazine features a retrospective on the last 10 years. What signifi cant changes have you seen at the College in the last decade?

Dr. Matteo: To me, the most signifi cant change is going from a religious president to lay leadership.

Dr. McLaughlin: I’d have to think that is incredibly signifi cant.

Dr. Matteo: There was a question when we got our fi rst lay president: What was going to happen to the Jesuit mission? And Dr. Cornacchia is just as strong, if not stronger, in maintaining the Jesuit tradition and mission here at Saint Peter’s.

Dr. McLaughlin: Once the College built Millennium Hall that really brought in a lot of freshmen. Before then all the students lived in apartments down at the end of the hill and you never saw them a lot. But having residence halls built where students now live in one big community…it created a real college life.

There are fi ve chapters in Saint Peter’s College. If you were going to draft a sixth chapter, what might it say?

Dr. Matteo: I think we tried to imply in the last chapter “The New Millennium” where the College is headed with a new lay president, so I don’t know where to take it except to jump ahead 20 years. And I would suspect that Saint Peter’s would be continuing its same mission—it would sound a little bit different, smell a little bit different—but I think it would still have the same great tradition.

Joseph McLaughlin, Ph.D., ’77 is a professor of sociology and urban studies. Prior to that he served as director of the graduate program in education and was a member of the education department for 20 years. Thomas Matteo, Ph.D., is an associate professor of business administration, author and public historian for the borough of Staten Island. Saint Peter’s College is available at arcadiapublishing.com and amazon.com. The co-authors hope to extend the project and invite alumni to contribute their stories, memories and photographs of the College. You can reach them at [email protected] and [email protected].


Peggy McHugh Hagen ’75 thanks Saint Peter’s College for her education, her career and her values. Now, well established as the CEO of The Connection for Women and Families, a nonprofi t organization in Summit, N.J., she has made it a priority to give back to the College.

Without the support of Saint Peter’s, Hagen would probably not have been able to complete her education. After a year in college, she had been forced to leave for fi nancial reasons. She went to work but with no college degree, Hagen found she couldn’t make much money. When a chance meeting with then-president Rev.

Victor Yanitelli, S.J., led to a scholarship, she was able to return to Saint Peter’s and earn a degree in urban studies.

“If I hadn’t gotten that terrifi c education, I wouldn’t have this terrifi c career,” said Hagen. “I was always planning to leave a portion of my estate to Saint Peter’s College.”

SUPPORTING JESUIT VALUESHagen put her plans into action following 9/11. “I was really struck by all the College did to support and aid rescue workers. It made me think more about Saint Peter’s.”

She was especially impressed with the College’s continued fi nancial commitment to immigrant and fi rst-generation students.

“I love that opportunities are available to those who are not privileged,” said Hagen. “I believe in those values and I’m proud that I had a Jesuit education.”

COMMITMENT TO LEARNINGThe oldest of seven siblings, Richard Barry, M.D.,’67, was also the fi rst member of his family to attend college. His choice seemed to follow naturally upon his graduation from Saint Peter’s Preparatory

Peggy McHugh Hagen ’75 made a planned gift to Saint Peter’s College.

PLANNING A LEGACY


DONORS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

School in Jersey City. Four of the seven Barry children graduated from Saint Peter’s College, with the others attending Fordham University and the University of Notre Dame.

“Catholic education has always been very important to our family, so it was no surprise to the rest of us to see Saint Peter’s College in my brother’s will,” said Christopher Barry. “He was very purposeful about education and it was important to him that the next generation get a leg up on learning, too. He had a bug for teaching, himself.”

Dr. Barry, who died in 2008 at the age of 63, was a professor of pediatrics at Saint Louis School of Medicine and a pediatric emergency medicine physician at SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center. “At his memorial service at Saint

Louis University, a student recalled that he took the time during his last shift to teach her a procedure and reassure her about her future,” said Barry. “He viewed learning as a process of discovery.”

PLANNED GIFTS OFFER FLEXIBLE BENEFITSAlumni and others who have been touched by a connection to Saint Peter’s sometimes plan to leave something to the College, but are uncertain about how to proceed.

“Because a planned gift is a donor’s legacy, I appreciate the opportunity to have a conversation with prospective donors to discuss their individual priorities,” said Ana M. Cravo, director of planned giving. “I encourage anyone interested in such a gift to contact me or to visit the College’s planned giving Web site, which provides an overview of planned giving vehicles and

interactive tools to help in the decision making process.”

Planned gifts offer many benefi ts to those who like to make their dollars count. Foremost, of course, is the opportunity to make a vital investment in the future of The Jesuit College of New Jersey. During the 2009 fi scal year alone, Saint Peter’s received more than $1.2 million in planned gifts. Those funds helped to build the College’s endowment and provided current operating support.

Furthermore, planned gifts can provide fl exible fi nancial benefi ts to the donor. Depending on a donor’s resources and needs, gifts may be constructed to provide benefi ts such as tax savings, income for life and the ability to make a substantial gift without tapping funds set aside for current needs.

A GIFT TO THE FUTUREIn the end, planned gifts are a way for alumni and friends of Saint Peter’s to share the rewards they have reaped from their connections with the College. “I’m asking prospective donors to think of the future,” said Cravo. “When all is said and done, and family members have been provided for, is there an opportunity to help future generations of Saint Peter’s College students?”

For more information on planning a gift to Saint Peter’s College, please contact Ana M. Cravo, director of planned giving, at (201) 761-6104 or visit spc.edu/giftplanning.

The Barry family. The late Richard Barry, M.D., ’67 is pictured in the second row, on the right.

Their lives were touched by Saint Peter’s College. Now, these special donors have taken steps to help the College continue its vital mission.


W hen you step into Magnifi cat Home in Jersey City, the fi rst thing you notice is the genuine

warmth and fellowship that infuses every corner of the nonprofi t home for low-income women. Board members greet one another with hugs. Neighbors often drop by for Saturday Mass. Everywhere they turn, residents of the cozy home feel loved and respected.

It’s no surprise that there’s a Saint Peter’s College connection here. Founded last September, Magnificat Home counts among its board members several graduates, while current Saint Peter’s

students volunteer their time there as part of the College’s commitment to foster a responsibility to become men and women for others.

“We opened our doors on September 1, 2009, so this is just the beginning,” said Residence Director Matthew Laracy, who lives at the boarding home located in the former Our Lady of Sorrows Convent at 119 Clerk Street. “So far, the home has gotten great support.”

Much of that support has come from Laracy’s daughter, Mary Elizabeth Laracy McCabe ’96, ’99, and niece, Lauren Policastro Sullivan ’98, who are members

of the home’s governing board, as well as Sullivan’s husband, John T. Sullivan ’97, who serves as its legal counsel.

Laracy, a native of Orange, settled in Jersey City while his wife, Mary Lynn Laracy ’72, who also volunteers at Magnifi cat Home, was an undergraduate student at Saint Peter’s. Over the years, he became increasingly aware of the dismal living conditions of many boarding houses in nearby Essex County. “The system is overburdened,” he remarked. “It’s very diffi cult to provide a decent home and services for people; you wind up with large numbers of residents crammed into

Pictured (left to right): Mary Elizabeth Laracy McCabe ’96, ’99, Matthew Laracy, Mibrak Gebelull, a staff member who resides at Magnifi cat Home with her son, Yoseph, and Lauren Policastro Sullivan ’98.

THE HOUSE THA


MEN AND WOMEN FOR OTHERS

inadequate facilities. So my family and friends and I had this idea: Why don’t we open a nonprofi t boarding home?”

Today, Magnifi cat Home offers a permanent residence for up to 12 low-income single women ages 18 and over. Residents pay $950 a month for single rooms, three meals a day and assistance with medication; the home also accepts Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSD) as full payment for individuals with no other income.

The process of developing and running a boarding house can be demanding, but very worthwhile, according to Laracy. “Compliance issues and long-term fi nancial viability are our challenges,” he explained. “The residents face special diffi culties, and the income we receive from them will not be enough to meet our expenses. To survive, we may need to tap into grants.”

Members of the community, however, have provided Magnifi cat Home with “a tremendous amount of encouragement. When people hear about what we’re doing, they want to contribute their time and money.”

McCabe described Magnifi cat Home as a big undertaking that is also a blessing. “Everyone deserves to have a decent home where they are treated with respect and love,” she said. “And that is what Magnifi cat Home is all about.”

Sullivan agreed. “Walking into the house and having a really comfortable, homey feeling is rewarding,” she said.

“The home is warm, clean and welcoming. The idea that women in need will be able to live here is very comforting.”

McCabe and Sullivan both said their time at Saint Peter’s reinforced their desire to give back to the community. “‘Men and Women for Others’ is part of the Saint Peter’s identity,” Sullivan explained. “My husband and I were founding members of the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity. Saint Peter’s provided me with many opportunities to foster my inclination toward service.”

Added McCabe: “My involvement in campus ministry and student government was an important part of my education. Saint Peter’s is a place where people care about each other and that has always stayed with me. Our Catholic faith tells us to serve others.” She and her husband, Brian McCabe ’97, are grateful that their children will grow up volunteering at Magnifi cat Home. “We hope this is laying a foundation for service to others,” she explained.

Current Saint Peter’s student, Katie Oliver ’13, is pleased to continue the Jesuit tradition of service to the community through the College’s Loyola Volunteers program. “I believe volunteering is a necessity,” she remarked. “As part of a community, we should always be willing to give back.” Oliver, a communication major, spends about 30 hours per semester at the home, where she helps with meal preparation and light housework. “I’m also there for residents to confi de in,” she

added. “My time at the home has given me greater appreciation for what I have. I’m also grateful that this home is open to women in the community.”

McCabe pointed out that a number of other members from the Saint Peter’s community have donated their time, money and possessions to Magnifi cat Home, and Laracy emphasized that it has not been an “in-the-family” project: “We’ve gotten great support from friends and local residents.”

“If I didn’t have faith in God, I couldn’t do this. The stress would be too much,” Laracy admitted. “Anybody is welcome in Magnifi cat Home, but we are motivated by the sense that this is God’s work. That’s at the heart of what we are doing here.”

“SAINT PETER’S IS A PLACE WHERE PEOPLE CARE ABOUT EACH OTHER AND THAT HAS ALWAYS STAYED

WITH ME. OUR CATHOLIC FAITH TELLS US TO SERVE OTHERS.”[ Magnifi cat Home

Katie Oliver ’13

HAT FAITH BUILT



PRE-GAME CELEBRATION

Peacock Nation pulled an all-nighter beginning at 7:00 p.m. on November 16, 2009, the evening before the 2009–2010 season home opener. ESPN production vehicles lined Montgomery Street for the broadcast, as hundreds of students gathered in the tennis bubble of the Yanitelli Recreational Life Center for a marathon of Wii Sports contests, infl atable rides and wiffl e ball.

HOOPS MARATHONNATION WAKES UP TO A BIG PEACOCK WIN

At 5:24 a.m. the Peacocks began to warm up. “I am really impressed by the fan turnout in Jersey City,” blogged Andy Katz, senior college basketball writer for ESPN.com. “You would never know this game was at 6:00 a.m.”

Forward Ryan Bacon ’11 (No. 4) sunk the fi rst basket and Wesley Jenkins ’11 (No. 15) led a balanced Peacock attack, scoring 10 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Saint Peter’s trailed Monmouth 7–6 early on, but then went on a 16–2 run to take a 22–9 lead in the fi rst half. The team never looked back.

Former Providence coach-turned ESPN announcer Tim

Welsh (left) and ESPN commentator Bob Wischusen

(right) broadcast the 6:00 a.m. game from the Yanitelli

Recreational Life Center.

PEACOCK BLUE


The Yanitelli Recreational Life Center was a sea of Peacock blue November 17, 2009, when Saint Peter’s hosted Monmouth University in a historic 6:00 a.m. game played

before a national audience as part of the ESPN College Basketball Tip-Off Marathon. Saint Peter’s received a huge boost from the energized crowd of

1,246—many of whom came out to support the team during 11 hours of campus activities preceding the game—and pulled off a 58–34 victory.

GAME TIME

PEACOCK VICTORY

Many brought sleeping bags to the tennis bubble, which proved to be unnecessary. By 4:30 a.m. Peacock fans donned face paint and readied for an early morning pep rally. Amber Kuelsky ’13, a Saint Peter’s cheerleader and nursing student, told The New York Times: “I should be tired, but I’m not. It’s easy, I have a lot of pep.”

Tip-off was at 6:05 a.m. and the house was packed. It was the College’s fi rst nationally-televised game since the Peacocks defeated Manhattan College in the 1995 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) tournament title game. The game also marked the debut of the Saint Peter’s College Pep Band.

Kirsy Villar ’13 (pictured above) won the raffl e to take a half-court shot for free tuition for the spring semester. She didn’t make the shot, but won a $500 Barnes & Noble gift card to cover the cost of books. By 7:55 a.m. the Peacocks secured a 58-34 win. Director of Athletics Patrick Elliott (pictured with College President Eugene Cornacchia, Ph.D., above) said it was a proud moment for Peacock Nation. “Our mission was to showcase Saint Peter’s College to the nation. Through the efforts of the entire campus community, we were able to accomplish this goal.”

The Saint Peter’s all-nighter drew local and national media. Here, sports reporter Rob Powers of WABC-TV interviews Head Coach John Dunne. For complete coverage of the game, visit spc.edu/HoopsMarathon2009


NEWS AND NOTES

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1958Peter F. Gallagher and his wife, Jane, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on May 21.

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1960Robert T. Pitlak, currently an adjunct professor at the College of St. Joseph in Rutland, Vt., has recently published PC Tools for the Thoroughbred Handicapper. The book is available from sports-bet-advantage.com, amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com.

1968Michael J. Reilly retired after 40 years in secondary education. He now works as an assistant professor in the graduate education department at the College of Saint Elizabeth in Morristown, N.J.

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1971Gerald Marinzulich established a new business, Marin Adhesive Consultants, LLC. The company supports the packaging and converting industries. He leaves H.B. Fuller Adhesive Co. after many years of dedication to the company as the area tech manager.

Robert Albrecht, along with Nicol Victorino ’07, Lory Mentor ’11 and Daniel Garcia ’13, spent the summer working with The Educational Arts Team, which runs Camp Liberty, an

annual summer arts camp in Liberty State Park.

1972LoJack Corporation recently appointed John Paul Marosy general manager of the LoJack SafetyNet Business Unit. LoJack SafetyNet helps track and rescue people at risk of wandering, including those with Alzheimer’s, autism, Down syndrome and dementia. Marosy has been with the company for more than 30 years.

Barbara Keshishian was elected to a two-year term as president of the New Jersey Education Association in September 2009.

Pictured above: (L to R) Byron Pitts, senior national correspondent and contributing correspondent for 60 Minutes; Kathleen Fitzgerald ’71, executive director of communications and chief communications offi cer for KPMG LLP; Saint Peter’s College President Eugene Cornacchia, Ph.D.; and P. Brett Hammond, managing director and chief investment strategist for TIAA-CREF. To the right is keynote speaker Ali Velshi, CNN’s chief business correspondent and host of Your $$$$$.

Opposite page: (top) Representatives from Presenting Sponsor Fidelity Investments; (middle, L to R) Thomas Drury ’70, George Gurdak ’74 and John Lavagnino, president of St. Aloysius School; (bottom row) students and guests.

(Left to right); Robert Albrecht ’71, Nicol Victorino ’07, Lory Mentor ’11 and Daniel Garcia ’13


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HonoringThomas L. Wickiewicz, M.D. ’72

NEWS AND NOTES

A high school mathematics teacher in New Milford, N.J., Keshishian previously served as NJEA vice president and secretary-treasurer. She was also host of Classroom Close-up, NJ, NJEA’s Emmy Award-winning weekly television show airing on NJN.

1976Sen. Robert Menendez is the author of Growing American Roots: Why Our Nation Will Thrive As Our Largest Minority Flourishes, a new book that highlights the contributions made by the Latino community to American history. The senator celebrates Latino culture while

calling for a government reform to establish equality.

1977Richard Sartori, M.D., completed the New York City Marathon last November after losing 170 pounds through diet and exercise.

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1990The Monmouth University Communication Department and Corporate and Public Communication Alumni Network awarded Donna Cardillo the Alumni of the Year Award last November. The award highlights research or career accomplishments of faculty and alumni. Cardillo received her bachelor’s degree from Saint Peter’s and went on to earn a Master of Arts in corporate and public communication from Monmouth University.

RESTORING CONFIDENCE: FROM CRISIS TO RECOVERYMore than 350 members of the region’s business community gained insight, ideas and practical solutions to manage the road to recovery at the 38th Annual Regents Business Symposium held November 6, 2009 at the Jersey City Hyatt Regency on the Hudson.

Presented by the College’s Board of Regents, the signature event featured four speakers who addressed the timely topic of “Restoring Confi dence: From Crisis to Recovery”: Byron Pitts, senior national correspondent and contributing correspondent for 60 Minutes; Kathleen Fitzgerald ’71, executive director of communications and chief communications offi cer for KPMG LLP; and P. Brett Hammond, managing director and chief investment strategist for TIAA-CREF. Ali Velshi, CNN’s chief business correspondent and host of Your $$$$$, delivered the keynote address.

In addition to providing a forum to address the signifi cant economic issues of our time, the symposium also serves as a fundraiser for scholarship support. At the conclusion of the seminar, Saint Peter’s College President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., announced that a record number of sponsorships totaling $98,000 supported this year’s Regents Business Symposium.

For more information or to view a video, please visit spc.edu/businesssymposium.

Sen. Robert Menendez ’76


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1995In its “Best of Nashville 2009” issue, Nashville Scene magazine named Joseph Pagetta “Best Public Relations Guy” for his work with Nashville Public Television and the Nashville Film Festival. He is currently a media relations manager for both organizations.

1996David Majewski joins the 2010 coaching staff of the Felician College softball team. Majewski comes to Felician after 10 years as head coach of the Saint Dominic Academy softball team in Jersey City, with a 191-70 record.

1998Ogonna Orjiekwe recently opened his own dental practice, Diamond Dental Group, located at 2778 Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City.

Reneé Gatz recently wrote Wise Words and Witty Expressions, a collection of expressions inspired by Gatz’s parents, who, the author says, helped her manage life’s ups and downs. A marketing communications manager at Fiserv in Jersey City, Gatz is writing a follow up book and invites others to contribute expressions. Expressions may be submitted

by visiting reneegatz.com; contributors will be acknowledged in the next book.

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2004Deirdre MacNamara was recently featured in the independent comedy May the Best Man Win. The movie also co-stars Matt Walsh, Horatio Sanz and Rob Huebel, and is now available for viewing on Movies on Demand and the Independent Film Channel.

2007Tamira Chapman was named the new head of the Ellen G. Pressman Charter School, which opened in early September in Plainfi eld, N.J. The school’s

SOLD OUT!On December 9, 2009, more than 100 Saint Peter’s alumni turned out for “A Taste of France: Art, Wine and Food,” an exclusive look at the Cézanne and American Modernism exhibition, held at the Montclair Art Museum in Montclair, N.J. Alumni were treated to a guided tour of the exhibition featuring 18 extraordinary works of Paul Cézanne, a French wine tasting, beautiful artwork and more.

Pictured left to right: John F. Grisoni ’62 and his wife Theresa Grisoni, Ed Reuter ’64, William McAlavanah ’63 and Candy Turner

Sharon Pastore ’73 (far right) with sister, Amy, and brother-in-law, Joe

Reneé Gatz ’98

ALUMNI gatherings

Anonymous, oil on board: School of Cézanne, 19th Cent. 10 x 9 1/2 inches, The Collection of Saint Peter’s College

Paul Cézanne, Mont Sainte-Victoire Seen from the Bibémus Quarry, The Baltimore Museum of Art: The Cone Collection, formed by Dr. Claribel Cone and Miss Etta Cone of Baltimore, Maryland, BMA 1950.196 Photographer: Mitro Hood


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CATCHING UP WITH REV. JOHN F. WAKE ’69PRIEST ATTENDS THEOLOGICAL RENEWAL PROGRAM IN ROME

When Saint Peter’s College magazine inadvertently listed Rev. John F. Wake ’69 in its In Memoriam column last fall, colleagues and alumni well acquainted with the Roman Catholic priest were surprised. Father Wake is very much alive, well and participating in a four month sabbatical at the North American College in Rome.

Prior to his trip, Father Wake was very excited about the sabbat-ical, which offers two 12-week theological renewal programs for priests each year. “It is an extraor-dinary opportunity for priests to study, to pray and to become enliv-ened disciples of the Lord in a newer and deeper way,” he said.

The Saint Peter’s alumnus was also looking forward to meeting priests from a multitude of nations and gaining a broader view of the worldwide church.

Father Wake has been pastor for the last decade at The Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a parish serving more than 2,400 families in Maple Shade, N.J. Last May, the parish community celebrated Father Wake’s 35th ordination with a special Mass and reception. Prior to his appointment at Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish, the priest served in a number of ministries in California, Maryland and New Jersey.

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CLASS OF 1960 GEARING UP FOR THE GOLDEN PEACOCK REUNION

Before the Peacocks defeated Manhattan College 72-44 on January 31, members of the Class of 1960 attended a special pre-game reception at the College’s Jersey City campus. The event is one in a series of gatherings leading up to the Golden Peacocks 50th anniversary celebration to be held June 4-6 during Alumni Weekend 2010.

On November 1, 2009, class members gathered for an Alumni Memorial Mass to remember members of the Saint Peter’s College community who passed away last year.

Rev. John Wake ’69

Pre-game reception for Class of 1960

curriculum emphasizes music education. Prior to this appointment, Chapman was the founder and director of the Carteret Arts and Sports Academy in Carteret, N.J.

NoteworthyChrist the King Preparatory School honored Rev. Edward Glynn, S.J., at a gala held at the Newark Club in Newark, N.J., on October 9, 2009. Father Glynn, a former president of Saint Peter’s College, was commended for his contributions to urban education.

Rev. Edward Glynn, S.J.

Alumni Memorial Mass

NEWS AND NOTES

MarriagesChristopher Hansen ’07 was married to Michele Picarello on December 12, 2009. The couple resides in

Old Bridge, N.J.

Amira Albert Roess ’99 was married to Mina Michael Youssef last October in a ceremony at the Coptic Orthodox Church of St. Mark in Jersey City, N.J.

Thomas Dyer ’08 and Alison Wilkens ’07 were married on

January 16, 2010. They reside in Vernon, N.J.

Patrick Murphy ’00 was married to Della Nicole Manazer in February 2010.

BirthsMartin Higgins ’93 and Tammy Higgins ’94 welcomed a son, Dominic, on August 7, 2009.

Rachel Walker Johnson ’99 and Derek Johnson welcomed their second daughter, Lisa Sienna, on September 12, 2009.

Leah Leto ’05 and Gregory Leto welcomed a son, Jude Vincent, on December 15, 2009.

Jude Vincent Leto

Naples Alumni Regional Reception hosted by Josephine and Thomas O’Reilly ’69 (center) on January 17. Also pictured: Michael Fazio, vice president for advancement, (far left) and Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., president (far right).

CONVERSATIONS WITH THE PRESIDENTAlumni had the opportunity to learn about VISION 2015, the strategic plan for Saint Peter’s College during “Conversations with the President,” a series of alumni recep-tions held last fall and winter in New York City, Morris County, Washington D.C., West Palm Beach and Naples, Fla.

College President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., along with several members of the administration, updated alumni on new academic programs, improvements to the campus and how Jesuit values continue to play an active role in the lives of Saint Peter’s students. The series continues this spring with alumni receptions planned for Boston, South Jersey, Bergen County, Union County and California. For dates and further infor-mation, visit alumni.spc.edu.

Morris County Alumni Regional Reception hosted by Fred Nitting Jr., ’83 and Richard Libretti ’65 at the Park Avenue Club on November 10, 2009.

Share your good news!Engagements, marriage and birth announcements may be submitted online at alumni.spc.edu.

New York City Alumni Regional Reception hosted by Robert Cutro ’75 and Dyan Cutro (pictured left) at the Columbus Citizens Foundation. Also pictured: William Gutsch Jr., Ph.D., ’67 (second from right) and Eugene Cornacchia, Ph.D. (far right).

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THE 2009 HALL OF FAME CLASSThe Department of Athletics inducted seven new members and the 2003 Men’s Soccer Team into its Athletics Hall of Fame on December 12, 2009, as part of Hall of Fame Day. This year’s class of inductees included fi ve alumni: Tonia Collier ’96, a four-year member of the women’s basketball team who helped lead the Peahens to the 1992 and 1993 MAAC Championships and NCAA Tournament; Jeran Crawford ’02, who led the College’s football team to a 10–1 record in 2001; Kelly Crampton ’04, a four-year member of the Peahen swimming team who holds 10 of the 19 women’s swimming records at the College; and Jesse Lewandowski ’03, who is ranked among the top 10 players of the nine baseball all-time categories at Saint Peter’s.

Julian E. DeLia, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ’68, a pioneer in the fi eld of maternal-fetal surgery, was named the Special Achievement Inductee. During his undergraduate career, Dr. DeLia participated on the swimming, water polo, soccer and club football teams. The 2003 Men’s Soccer Team, led by Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Coach of the Year Cesar Markovic, was also recognized. In 2003, the Peacocks had the greatest season in Saint Peter’s men’s soccer history, winning the only MAAC Championship in program history and advancing to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Two Saint Peter’s employees were honored for their longtime support of the College’s Division I athletic programs. David S. Surrey, Ph.D., professor and chair of the sociology/urban studies department, was named a Special Service Inductee and Connie Lorenzo, department of athletics secretary, entered the Hall of Fame as an honorary inductee.

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The 2009 Hall of Fame inductees

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GALILEO’S ITALY Under Tuscan Skies May 24 – June 3, 2010

Announcing a very special Saint Peter’s College alumni tour. Join a magical 10 day/9 night journey celebrating the 400th

anniversary of Galileo revolutionizing the universe with his

telescope. Experience some of Italy’s most beautiful and

unforgettable places with tour leader William A. Gutsch, Ph.D.,

’67, distinguished professor of arts and sciences, and Rev. Mark

DeStephano, S.J., professor of modern and classical languages.

This tour offers a fascinating exploration of Venice, Padova,

Florence, Pisa, San Gimignano, Volterra, Siena, Chianti and Rome.

For further details on price and availability, please contact ABC Destinations at (888) 868-7722 or visit abcdestinations.com/spcollege.

Rev. Joseph A. Novak, S.J., a Jesuit who is best remembered for inspiring and mentoring those who teach religion to others, passed away on January 10 at the age of 82.

At Saint Peter’s College Father Novak served as the rector of the Jesuit Community from 1998 to 2004. He also served as a member of the College’s Board of Trustees from 1998 to 2004, and later as a member of the Board of Regents until his passing.

“I have known him for 65 years, 11 of which we were in classes together as Jesuit scholars. I will greatly miss him,” noted Rev. Thomas L. Sheridan, S.J., a member of the Jesuit community and alumni board at Saint Peter’s College.

Father Novak was born in Jersey City on March 14, 1927 and later attended Xavier High School in Manhattan. He joined the Society of Jesus in 1945 and

was ordained to the priesthood in 1957.

He spent many years at Fordham University, where he served as an instructor in the Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education. Father Novak was also the university’s rector and in 2004, he became

Fordham’s alumni chaplain.

Father Novak also served as provincial of the New York Province from 1984–1990. In addition to Saint Peter’s College, he served on the boards of the University of

Scranton, the College of the Holy Cross and LeMoyne College. He was the author of the seminal work Christian Vocation: Call of the King.

Father Novak is survived by his brother, Rev. Vincent Novak, S.J., the founding dean of Fordham’s Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education, and his sisters, Lucy Novak and Antoinette Frees.

Donald Francis Alfano ’48Juan ArroyoAlexander F. Auchus ’51 Frank P. Baier ’73Walter Barr ’71Mark J. Bennett ’80Joseph W. Bleach ’73 Frederick Bonato Sr. Thomas J. Borkowski ’59Salvatore A. Brancato, Esq. ’51George Branch ’91Patrick Joseph Brennan ’79Raymond A. Brown, Esq.Theresa CaldasSarah Campbell Michael D. Campion ’65Frank N. Cangelosi ’68Harry Michael Capko ’56Antoinette Caruso John Alexander Cerro ’69Charles Henry Chatfi eld ’63Hon. Thomas E. Clancy,

A.L.J. ’61Dennis CollinsThomas Comer ’67George Cranwell, Esq. ’54Francene CucinelloSusan Oppici DuffCalvin E. EdwardsJames Fay ’59John Feury ’78Carl Robert Furrevig ’68Raymond Garbarini ’60Howard L. GrahamMaj. Frank D. Gramas ’43Ronald P. Graziano ’58Robert L. Guth ’50Albert C. Halter ’61Gerard F. Hansen, M.D. ’55Gladys HardestyKenneth A. Heeney ’66Evelyn HerbertMichael J. Hickey Sr. ’64Rev. Edward Hinds John F. Hofft ’70

John V. Kelly Sr. ’51Isabelle L. KirchnerMarie E. Komar ’77Sophie Maslo Kostal ’55 Sophie Kozar Richard Kracht, Esq. ’59 Joseph KuzminskiJohn P. Lally ’98Loretta LambMichael P. Lennon IV ’69Laura Anne Lockatell Edward L. Lowicki ’65 Joseph A. Lyons ’38Vincenzo MacolinoVincent Mann ’41Eileen T. Martemucci Peter A. McSparran ’66 Msgr. Thomas Meany ’51Dorothy G. Hammond Miller ’83Dulenza Miller ’07James J. Moran Sr. ’64 Rev. Joseph A. Novak, S.J.Patricia O’Connell ’74Charlotte PedoneGabriel E. Pettinato, Ed.D., ’43Frank Powell Sr. ’61Robert Patrick Quinn ’58Catherine Randazzo Sr.Arthur M. Reilly ’41Charles Reilly ’34Margaret RendichAngel RentasJohn T. Ricci Sr. ’58John SardellaDavid SatzRobert Schiebel ’67Hugh Scott, Esq. ’53Roberta SherlockIrene M. Simpson ’85Agnes Sturzynski ’90Walter S. Taxis ’60 William J. Tevlin Jr. ’52Genevieve WagnerCharles R. Whelan ’53Irene Wiamer

Requiescant in PaceSaint Peter’s College wishes to extend its prayers and condolences to the families of alumni, members of the College community and friends who have passed away.

REV. JOSEPH A. NOVAK, S.J., 1927-2010

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CHARLES REILLY ’34OLDEST GRADUATE OF SAINT PETER’S COLLEGE PASSES

Charles F.X. Reilly ’34 passed away on October 7 at the age of 95. He was believed to be the oldest living graduate of Saint Peter’s College. A native of Jersey City, Reilly was the retired director of the New Jersey State Employment Service in Trenton, N.J. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army and reached the rank of second lieutenant.

Reilly is survived by many family members including 22 great-nieces and nephews, and 19 great-great-nieces and nephews.

Rev. Joseph Novak, S.J.



THEN AND NOW

THENThe Argus Eyes production of Company, circa 1975.

NOWSaint Peter’s thespians returned to the Jersey City campus for a well-attended Argus Eyes reunion on November 20, 2009. Pictured (L to R): James Lieber, Victor Siegel, John D. Finley ’78, Frank Porter ’93, Bart Quentzel ’80 and Frank Rosner ’78, who appears in the Company photo, front row, far left.

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