Colonel Joseph R. Dobbratz passed away in December. He was featured in the Fall 2021 Boston College Magazine article “Operation Deep Freeze” by John Wolfson. His great-nephew, Joe Spades ’29, is currently a sophomore at BC.

Jack Ryan spent four years with the Class of 1955 but finished his degree in January 1956. He worked at the United States Disciplinary Barracks in Lompoc, California, from 1956 to 1958. He then worked as a correctional counselor at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation from 1958 to 1987. He became an ordained deacon in the Diocese of Stockton on June 6, 1981. Jack has a wife, Jennie, as well as five children, 16 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren, including two on the way. He continues to watch the Red Sox daily and tries to join the Church in the 21st Century (C21) Center’s Wednesday prayer group whenever possible.

Ellen Every Yavel spent the season at her summer house in Harwich Port and attended the annual reunion at Ocean Edge Resort in August. // Walter Gay passed away on June 4. A Double Eagle, he graduated from Boston College High School in 1954. Ed Sabatino was his roommate and good friend.

Jim Gosselin writes that at his age, recollections are not always exact. With this in mind, he remembers going to Fenway Park to watch BC play the Quantico Marines in football on a Friday night. The game was so rough that half the team ended up with injuries.

Class correspondent: Bill Appleyard // bill.appleyard@verizon.net

Pauline Fogge Leonard moved to a beautiful apartment in Waltonwood Senior Living in Ashburn, Virginia. She moved there to be closer to her family. Her oldest son, Joe, and his family live nearby, and she sees them often. Pauline also has her little dog, Koto, with her, and he has adapted very nicely to the new environment. “He is my best guy,” she reflects. // Bob Winston writes that by the time you read this, the Los Angeles Dodgers may have accomplished a “baseball hat trick” assisted by former BC pitcher Emmet Sheehan. // Jim Tonra sadly reports that his classmate and friend Réal O. Roy passed away in his sleep in June. He was a very influential part of Jim’s life. Réal sold his business to Jim and a group of his franchisees. They built it into a national franchise called Romac and Associates. Réal went off to continue his entrepreneurial passion and started numerous businesses. He left behind his wife, Sheila, and a strong family.

The Tempe Historical Society will recognize Margaret “Peggy” Birmingham Moroney as “a living legend” in November. Peggy will accept on behalf of herself but in the guise of the first telephone operator in Tempe, Arizona. // Bob Caprio had lived in the Villages, Florida, for 26 years before meeting anyone from Boston College there. He was completely surprised when Michael Ronayne, MBA’79, formed a Boston College club in the Villages. Bob met and had lunch with Paul Powers ’61, MBA’72, a fellow College of Business Administration grad. Bob served four years in the coast guard prior to attending BC, and Paul served two years in the army after BC. Bob and Paul are both in their late 80s. // Phyllis LaMontagne ’62, MA’64, cherishes the 52 happy years of marriage to her husband, Roger, who is now deceased. They raised two wonderful children and are the proud grandparents of four grandchildren, three of whom are college students, the youngest matriculating in the fall of 2027. Phyllis wishes to thank the Jesuit community for the outstanding education she received at the hands of master teachers. She reflects that her career in secondary education owes its success in great part to the Jesuit fathers. // Paul Horrigan; Lee Heiler; Jack Murray ’62, MBA’70; Carmen Zaccardi; Chris Lee; Jim Hooley ’62, MSW’64; John Mungovan ’63; Dick Gill, MA’71; and Fred Dunfey ’64 met with Jack Izzo, S.J., and John Predmore, S.J., MDiv’05, at Boston College High School for a series of spiritual meetings. Several of these individuals are BC High graduates.

Class correspondent: Eileen Corazzini Faggiano // efaggiano5@gmail.com

Gerry Ward of Ridgefield, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on April 10. In 1970, he was the first student-athlete inductee into BC’s Sports Hall of Fame, and he was the second BC basketball player to be drafted into the NBA. He went on to play for the Hawks, Celtics, 76ers, and Bulls—winning a championship in 1965 and playing alongside Wilt Chamberlain and Billy Cunningham. He leaves behind a legacy of Eagles, including his daughter Caroline ’92 and sons James ’96 and Gary ’98. // Joseph J. Sullivan recently celebrated his 85th birthday. He has five children, all living in the Boston area, as well as 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, who are twin boys. Joseph writes that he has been blessed to live this long. His first wife, Ann, passed away 21 years ago, and he has been remarried to Jacqueline Piret for 18 years. Jacqueline was a biology professor at Northeastern University and has since retired. Joseph presently works with two of his sons at JJ Sullivan Plumbing and Heating Contractors in Woburn. They were formerly located in Union Square in Somerville. He gives his best to all. // Rev. John P. Galvin was appointed professor emeritus of systematic theology at the Catholic University of America. // Marge Clark Barbiere lived at Franklin Square House and initially attended nursing classes in an office building in downtown Boston. She rode the MBTA to the Heights for classes until the nursing building was ready for students. Her final position was dean of nursing at Widener University. While serving as the president of the Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Educators, she developed the first nurse practitioner program in the Harrisburg area. // Al Andrea continues to remain active in the field of medieval world history. His latest book, Traveling to the “Tartars”: Three Missions to the Mongols, 1245–1248, explores three papal intelligence missions that traveled respectively to Iran, Armenia, and Mongolia in an effort to learn more about “this menace from the east.”

Sandy ’65 and Lloyd Doughty continue to live between Cumberland, Maine, and Sarasota, Florida—the best of both worlds. They stay busy in both places with small part-time jobs and volunteer work. Lloyd is trying to become the oldest cart boy in Maine golf and is a guide and driver at the Ringling Museum in Sarasota. Their family continues to grow as they now have two great-grandchildren, with a third on the way. Sandy and Lloyd celebrated their granddaughter Katy’s wedding in August—and their 64th anniversary. // On June 9, Thomas “Brian” Condon served as the supernumerary assistant producer for a 50th anniversary segment of the popular PBS series This Old House. The segment recorded the planting of a tree on the front lawn of a circa 1865 home in Dedham belonging to his daughter, Tara. She was the star, alongside Jenn, the landscape architect for This Old House. The shoot took ten hours to generate a 30-minute episode, which will air in November. “Fun time for an 84-year-old BC grad.” // Howard Mann began his professional journey with a biology degree and a commission as a US Army artillery officer, serving in Korea and Germany before returning to academic life to earn a biomedical engineering degree from Boston University. He went on to build an accomplished career across the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors, taking on roles in product development, quality systems, regulatory strategy, and clinical operations. Today, Howard remains active in the field as a consultant. // Jim Spillane, S.J., ’64, MA’68, MDiv’76, returned from Indonesia to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood with family and friends. After the celebrations he will return to Indonesia, where he teaches college courses in business and economics. // Bob Fuicelli had a “bucket list” event. He went with his two sons and grandson for golf at Pebble Beach. Life continues to be good in the Mile High City (Denver). // Sam Zona writes that he and Dani Stonebridge Zona celebrated 62 years of marriage this summer. They have four children and seven grandchildren, including two Eagles: daughter Michele Zona Marini ’87 and daughter-in-law Anne Costello Zona ’98. Their BC legacy continues with a third generation: granddaughter Elizabeth Marini ’29, a sophomore at the Morrissey College. Sam and Dani retired in 2001. Dani served as a navy nurse and later as a school nurse. Sam spent nearly 30 years with the US Secret Service. // Karen DiMattia was a devoted teacher, woman of faith, and loving wife, whose support helped her husband, Philip DiMattia, throughout his education and career. A member of St. Lucy Parish in Middletown, Rhode Island, she lived a life of service to family and others. After being given two years to live following a cancer diagnosis, she courageously lived for five more years. She passed away peacefully in prayer and is remembered for her faith, resilience, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Willam Hardy has published his novel, SUPER COURT, based upon his experiences in the 1970s as an assistant US attorney in the Office of the US Attorney in Washington, DC. He served on its murder squad and prosecuted cases on the then–newly established Superior Court. Reviews uniformly suggest it as a “must read” for those interested in the “ins and outs” of the investigation and prosecution of a first-degree murder case. It’s only available from the Politics & Prose bookstore in DC.

Class correspondent: Patricia Harte // patriciaharte@me.com

Joseph “JM” Morelli attained a master’s degree at Boston University and a postdoctoral specialty certificate at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He works as a professor of endodontics at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. // Steve Arlinghaus is alive and fairly well, living in Norwich, Connecticut. He just signed on for yet another season ticket for BC men’s hockey. He is in frequent contact with classmates Rich Batsavage and Rich Falco, who both now live in Florida. He is long retired from the US Foreign Service and from teaching at Eastern Connecticut State University. “Do any classmates also enjoy the memory of our junior class show, Li’l Abner?,” he asks. // Jack Quinn ’65 shared that his wife, Karen Anne O’Leary Quinn, passed away in May in Macon, Georgia, after 59 years of marriage. In 1967, they embarked on a beautiful life traveling the world. Karen dedicated her life to teaching children both domestically and globally. Her career spanned classrooms in Massachusetts, Colorado, Virginia, and Georgia, as well as multiple international schools in the Middle East. Karen is survived by two sons, Patrick and Alistair, and three grandchildren, Megan, Sophie, and Coleman.

The nurses of the “Great Class of ’67” got a head start on Reunion. Each month, these alumnae get together for lunch: Mary-Anne Woodward Benedict; Cindy Rae Butters; Carol Ann Coakley Genereux; J.T. Crimlisk; Ann Costello Galligan; Mary Lou Downey Logue; Judy Shea Pirolli ’67, MS74; and Maggie Kelly-Hayes. // While visiting Florida, Mary-Anne and Charles Benedict ’67, MBA’70, had lunch with Rob Wilde and Denise Roberto and Paul Delaney ’66. // Gregory Scime recently discovered that Bob Cousy, the renowned Boston Celtics guard who later became the head coach of BC basketball, is still alive and living in Worcester. The basketball program BC now enjoys can be attributed to Cousy’s coaching expertise, Gregory reflects. // Last December, Ira Tarlin was inducted into the Massachusetts Auctioneer Association Hall of Fame. // Charles Benedict had a nice call from Sue Loftus Jacobson, RN. Sue is now retired and living in Fairfax, Virginia, where she and Barry settled. She was originally from Delmar, New York. Sue served as a nurse practitioner for many years, specializing in mental health. Sue and Barry have two daughters and many grandkids! // David T. Gay ’67, JD’70, passed away on July 22. He is survived by his spouse, Tricia Marshall Gay NC’68, and their sons and large family. David practiced law with his dad in Taunton, Massachusetts, at Gay & Gay and counseled the City of Taunton and other towns in southeastern Massachusetts. David was a leader and saxophonist in the BC Bands and was a strong supporter of the University.

Class correspondents: Mary-Anne and Charles Benedict // mainside55@gmail.com

After losing his wife of 52 years, Paul Coran, JD’67, wed Ellen Savran, the sister of his late wife’s most devoted friend, on December 29, 2023. Paul relocated to Ellen’s hometown of Port Washington, New York.

Arthur Desrosiers tackled the bucket list in April with a visit to Corso Aloisi in Tuscany. Corso, now the Count de Larderel, manages the lovely Villa le Barone, a family boutique hotel in Panzano (Chianti country). Arthur and Marian enjoyed a few days with Corso and Jaqueline. Stepping onto the first tee at Wanumetonomy Golf and Country Club, Arthur was surprised to find Richard D’Addario, who is a judge and an attorney in Newport, Rhode Island. They had a nine-hole reunion.

Class correspondent: Judith Day // jnjday@aol.com

Cornelius “Neil” Maher writes that as a chemistry major, he was not overly interested in most non-science classes while at BC. It took several decades for him to realize how silly that was. Neil resolved to get a degree in the humanities, and now he’s finally completed a master of arts in humanities from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. It was tremendous to be in a classroom with smart students and professors. He recommends it to keep the brain active! // Roman Martinez IV ended his term as governor of the US Postal Service in December 2025, where he served as chairman from 2022 to 2024. He earned an MBA from the Wharton School in 1971 and began a 32-year investment banking career, becoming a partner of Lehman Brothers in 1978. After retiring in 2003, he served in a number of boards, including Cigna Corporation, Bacardi Ltd., New York-Presbyterian Hospital, and the International Rescue Committee. He was recently awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. // Bill Aliski ’69, MSP’75, is retired, and he is dividing his time between Hingham and Boston and approaching his 58th wedding anniversary. He spends his time golfing, gardening, and being with his five granddaughters. In his career, he worked at several different biotech companies at the executive level, including an assignment as general manager for EU operations in London. He subsequently has served on the boards of several different biotech companies, all of which are focused on rare diseases. // Jim Littleton is sorry to report the death of classmate Tony Caliri. Jim offers sympathies to Tony’s wife, Janet; son, Charlie ’94; daughter, Amy; and three grandchildren, Matthew, Michael, and Emma. Tony began his career as a teacher in Somerville, where he taught business and marketing for 22 years. After a period serving as human resource director at Somerville Lumber, Tony returned to Somerville Public Schools, where he continued to work in human resources until his retirement.

Class correspondent: Jim Littleton // jim.littleton@gmail.com

Bill Kates ’70, MEd’71, MEd’73, coached Cardinal Spellman boy’s tennis in Brockton in Spring 2025. They were 11–6 and got into the state tournament. They won their first match and then lost to the third seed. // Jack Hanrahan has completed his third book, Traveling Freedom’s Road: Frederick Douglass in Massachusetts. Similar to his first two books, one on the US civil rights movement and one on Frederick Douglass in Maryland, the book marries historical narrative with travel guidance to help readers better understand this important history. // James McCurry, O.F.M., ’70, MAT’74, was honored by the Institute of Religious Life as this year’s Pro Fidelitate et Virtute award winner at a ceremony in April at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois. He was surprised by a visit from his fellow BC alumni who drove or flew to attend the event. Those surprise guests were Mary Anne ’71 and Tony Beirne and their daughter, Maureen; Ellen ’71 and Jim Phelan; and Peggy and Jim Lucia ’70, MAT’74. // After a 55-year career at Boston College, Bernie O’Kane ’70, MEd’72, MA’05, recently announced his retirement. His BC career spans five positions in the Offices of Financial Aid, the Vice President for Student Affairs, and Human Resources. A lifelong learner, Bernie plans to complete three additional courses to earn a certificate in Jesuit Studies, and he wishes to continue to travel abroad with friends and visit his four grandchildren. // Candace and Bob Bouley ’70, JD’73, are enjoying retirement on Daniel Island, South Carolina. Their daughter Brynn lives nearby in Charleston and their son Cole visits from New York City to take advantage of the two great golf courses nearby.

Class correspondent: Dennis “Razz” Berry // dennisj.berry@gmail.com

In addition to his career in social work, Dr. Everett Lilly, MSW’70, has had a second career in music. In the 1970s, he recorded Down Home Guitar with the well-known bluegrass banjo player Don Stover. Now, many years later, the album is being released again by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The album may inspire a new generation of bluegrass guitar players.

Jim “Strad” Engler ’71, MS’76, reports that a small group gathered for a pre-55th Reunion event with brunch followed by the BC vs. Notre Dame basketball game on March 7. A good time was had refreshing old memories and catching up on life’s activities. Attendees were Ed Baechtold; Bill Branca ’71, JD’74; Dave Castiglioni; Jim Congo; Bill Kendall; Ed Kofron; Bob Palac; and Cam Vandermaelen, plus wives Diane Beaulieu Palac ’72 and Ann Methot Vandermaelen ’72, who were among the first women to graduate from the College of Arts and Sciences. // Diane McGuire Crowley’s new hobby after retiring from 40-plus years of nursing is dragon boating. She is a member of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club and has raced internationally in New Zealand and Italy. It’s such a wonderful and exciting sport, she writes. // Jim “Rocco” Centorino ’71, MS’75, is actively composing music in various genres. He recently finished “The Heights” for the BC ensembles and dedicated the piece to former BC Bands drum player Peter DiGiulio ’73. Residing in Cambria, California, Jim has finally “graduated” from many years of classroom teaching and composes full-time. His memories of performing with the BC Bands are special to him, and he keeps in touch with fellow “Bandies.”

Class correspondent: Jim Macho // jmacho@mac.com

After completing his doctorate in curriculum and instruction, David Martin, PhD’71, led a career that included working in teaching and administration in Newton Public Schools; working in curriculum administration in Beverly Public Schools and Mill Valley School District in California; serving as chair of the department of education at Dominican College of San Rafael, California; serving as professor of education at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC; and serving as dean of the School of Education and Human Services also at Gallaudet University. David retired to Cape Cod in 2001.

Jay April, CEO of Maui Community Media, was honored with a Special Recognition Award at the 2026 Alliance for Community Media’s national conference for his outstanding work in helping to lay the foundation for public access media and innovation in multiple sectors of the media industry, including cable TV, groundbreaking guerrilla TV on PBS and on CNN’s environmental unit, the launch of E! Entertainment Television, the best Super Bowl spot of 1995, and award-winning documentaries on wildlife and American culture. // Pat Sherbondy and Peter Accinno got together with Tom Robbins and his wife, Janet, on Martha’s Vineyard to celebrate their joint wedding anniversaries on June 24. It was the 54th for Peter and Pat and the 44th for Tom and Janet. They reconnected at their 50th Reunion and started this tradition. // On June 27, Joan Fitzgerald spent a wonderful day on Cape Cod catching up with Anne-Marie Barron Buckland ’72, PhD’01; Mary Lawrence Cadogan; and Karen McCleavy Murray, who were wonderful roommates their senior year.

Class correspondent: Larry Edgar // ledgar72@gmail.com

Ken Kolpan, JD’72, will be publishing an intergenerational photography memoir coauthored with one of his sons, Alex Kolpan, a New Orleans filmmaker. The book, Child Is Father to the Man, tells the story of their father-son relationship through their respective images, created 50 years apart, as well as through poetry, short stories, and conversations during this journey. Ken, a personal injury attorney representing persons with brain injuries, won honorable mention in the Kodak International contest in 1971. // Michael Joseph Paribello, MEd’74, passed away on May 10. He had retired as the media specialist at Chopticon High School in Morganza, Maryland.

Steve LeClair just retired after 50 years as an attorney, primarily working as a criminal fraud prosecutor. He is enjoying spending time with his children and grandchildren and fixing up the family vacation home in New Hampshire. He’s sorry that he saw so few of his friends and acquaintances at the 50th Reunion, but he sends his best wishes to everyone! // Bob Raskopf ’73, JD’76, a trial lawyer, recently accepted a position as special counsel at Wiggin and Dana, which has multiple offices, including one in Boston! “See you soon. Go Eagles!” he writes.

Class correspondent: Patricia DiPillo // perseus813@aol.com

James DiResta was recently appointed to the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Nursing Home Administrators. James is currently studying at the Woods College to receive a master of healthcare administration. // Theresa and Chris Levy celebrated their 50th anniversary with a trip to Italy’s Amalfi Coast, the Isle of Capri, and Rome, finishing up with an after-hours private tour of the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. // Celebrate the Class of ’74 turning 74! Linda Chatalian and Paul Battaglia are spearheading a commemorative project and making great progress. They ask classmates to share personal memories and photos from the 5th to 50th Reunions. They’ve received great submissions but need a few more photos and personal stories to weave into the final piece. Please contact them at bcclass74connects@gmail.com to share yours! // Michael Gustafson, Rob Scavone, and Tom Keefe recently rode bicycles from Palm Beach County to Key West in Florida and enjoyed several days recuperating. Brian Feeney provided transport support, comedy, and a much-needed car ride back. Sadly, Brian passed away in December of heart failure. // Ed Kaplan, John Marenghi, and Jeanne Graham Canada NC’74 attended their 50th reunion at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in May. They had a great time catching up with classmates. // Congratulations to Maureen Galvin McCafferty upon her retirement in July after 25 years of teaching and being an administrator at Mount Alvernia Academy in Chestnut Hill. She and John reside in Millis and now will have more time to spend visiting their four grandchildren. // Patti Halligan Nurse was one of only 22 people selected as volunteer managers for the four FIFA matches at Gillette Stadium this summer. She stated that witnessing “the energy and passion in the stadium with so many different countries represented is a unique experience that I will treasure.” At one point, she appeared on the Jumbotron for an interview about her role, and during the final match, she sat with the French technical team, just three rows from the pitch.

Class correspondents: Jane Crimlisk // crimliskp@gmail.com, Patricia McNabb Evans // patricia.mcnabb.evans@gmail.com

Tom Kniffen moved to Farmington, Connecticut, in 2024 to reside near his son, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons. Tom also fully retired from law practice in February. // Susie Speca Duval has a travel business, taking small groups of clients to great destinations in the US and overseas. This is her dream come true after being a French major at BC, getting an MBA in international business, and living in France for 14 years. She doesn’t see herself ever retiring from such an awesome “job”! The icing on the cake is that her daughter and grandchildren live just outside of Paris, requiring her to visit four times a year!

Class correspondent: Hellas M. Assad // hellasdamas@hotmail.com

Jill Tapper, MSW’75, went to her oldest granddaughter’s graduation from Santa Clara University, a Jesuit school like Boston College. There was gorgeous landscaping and architecture that reminded her fondly of BC. // Art Caccese, MEd’75, completed a doctorate at Princeton Theological Seminary and spent 25-plus years in senior advancement roles. In 2006, he began a second career in real estate, later joining John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate in Naples, Florida, where he provided concierge-level service to sellers, buyers, and investors, and authored two books, one on fundraising (Fundraising Playbook) and a second on home selling (Ready, Set, Sold: The Ultimate Home Selling Guide).

Florida Circuit Judge William W. Haury Jr. received the Broward County Trial Lawyers Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Judges’ Night Gala and Awards Ceremony on November 20, 2025. // Anne Condon Tavares sent her best regards. She and husband, Don, are living in Norwell, Massachusetts, and enjoying retirement and being grandparents. // Ken Brine is semiretired and living with his wife, Rita, in Norton, Massachusetts. They are enjoying travel and their family, especially their four grandsons! // Patty Finnegan-Zaccardo had an exciting night at the Changing Lives, Discovering Abilities event at Encore Boston Harbor on April 8, 2026. It tied together her love of teaching special education and her love of fashion through her work at Faherty at MarketStreet in Lynnfield! // Clare Jabour-Sidman enjoyed the 50th Reunion. It was wonderful to see friends and catch up with those from years past. // Joan Clark Ankner was happy and proud to be part of the Class of 1976 at the 50th Reunion in May. Connecting with “old” friends on campus was very special. Joan especially enjoyed being invited to be an honor guard at Commencement! Leading the faculty onto the field for the ceremonies was definitely a highlight. She thanks the class’s Reunion committee for all their hard work in coordinating the festivities! // Ellen Schroeder Dionisio had a great time at Reunion catching up with old friends and touring the expanded campus. There are always so many changes, but the Mods are still standing! // Ginny Greeley Champagne writes that there were so many ’76 alumni on the Honor Guard at the 2026 Commencement! It was a great day, and she saw so many old friends and acquaintances. Following the ceremony, the group was treated to a lovely luncheon by the University. Many from the engagement and finance committee participated, as well as many other alumni! // Ginny reminisces about this year’s Reunion. It began with an investiture ceremony, Golden Eagle pins, and a luncheon with Fr. Leahy, followed by campus tours and a lobster bake. Parties were everywhere, with music, food, libations, and lots of camaraderie. Saturday events included a volunteer activity, a barbecue, Mass, the 1863 Society cocktail party hosted by Fr. Leahy, and dinner and dancing with 350-plus Class of ’76 alumni. A memorial of the deceased was displayed. Sunday concluded with breakfast, a FIFA World Cup viewing, and farewells. // Ginny saw many ’76 friends at Reunion, including Angela Anderson; Ken Brine; Karen Chenette D’Amato; Susanne Barrett Dudley; Tom Flynn; Noreen Lovett Green; Joe Hogan; Paul Keating; Mary McCrosson; Judy Memory; Gail and Dennis Ronan; Kathy Gedrich Rosa; Patricia Carbonaro Snow ’76, MEd’84; Paul True; Patty Finnegan-Zaccardo, and so many others. Congratulations to all Golden Eagles!

Class correspondent: Ginny Greeley Champagne // vchampagne76@gmail.com

Tre Waldren and his wife, Cathy, welcomed their newest grandson, Luke Atlas Hale, on May 18, 2026. He joins his brother, Price Orion Hale (2), and his cousin, Sage Suzanne DeWitt. They have been helping their daughter, Stephanie, for several months in Conifer, Colorado, since Tre retired as a nonprofit executive after almost 40 years. He also just recertified as a certified fund raising executive (CFRE) for the 11th straight time since 1992. // After a 45-year career, Jim McDermott ’77, JD’80, has retired from the law firm of Holland & Knight. Jim and his wife, Sharon Bazarian ’78, live in Boston and Mashpee. Jim looks forward to spending more time with his children, Sarah ’07, Julie ’09, and Amy ’13, and his six grandchildren. // Bob Sewall passed away on April 4. He was a proud BC graduate, and he just missed his Golden Eagle Reunion; he would have enjoyed it. He made a point of coming back every year to catch the Eagles on the gridiron. He was living in Novato, California, where he owned his certified public accountant firm.

Class correspondent: Nick Kydes // nicholaskydes@yahoo.com

Peter Crummey writes that it was great to be back on campus for a BC baseball game on May 16 with his daughter Conna ’11 and two of her three children. Conna is one of Peter’s three BC graduate daughters. His BC family is growing, now with eight grandchildren! Peter is currently serving his second term as supervisor of his hometown, Colonie, New York, which has a population of 86,000. // Stuart Boldry continues working on his fourth career with the Archdiocese of Chicago after completing assignments in banking with multiple institutions, working at the Illinois Finance Authority as its chief operating officer and treasurer, and teaching finance and investments and business strategy at Northwestern University and Kendall College, respectively. He continues his tenure as a director, serving on the board of Millennium Bank, a minority-owned financial institution. // Dick Goode published a novel titled SAN DIEGO. He provided this teaser: “September 11, 2001. A day that changed a nation. A day that changed her. ‘Flight attendants are either running away from someone or running to someone.’ SAN DIEGO is a gritty, raw, and highly charged contemporary drama that pulls no punches. It blends the stark reality of national tragedy with the intense, often messy PTSD coping mechanisms.” Dick was a US Navy and American Airlines pilot for over 31 years. He hopes you read his book. // Betsy Thompson Bakhaus PMC’76, ’78, has three beautiful granddaughters, and her daughter, Lizzy, is pregnant. The grandchildren live in Atlanta. Their family just lost its 16-year-old mini Aussie to cancer. They will miss her every day! // In July, Jeff Sennott and his wife, Donna ’80, celebrated 50 years of marriage in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. John “Jack” Hanwell, S.J., ’78, THM’91, attended and concelebrated the anniversary Mass with vow renewal. Jack and Jeff were classmates and best friends from the BC High class of ’74. // Nancy Touhy Arvia is so sad to write of the sudden loss of Ginna Proesel Barr to a heart attack while she was vacationing in Sea Island, Georgia, with her husband and family. They were celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Ginna had an army of close friends. There were over 1,400 attendees at her wake. Her funeral was held at Old St. Patrick’s Church in Chicago. She was the glue to so many groups and is dearly missed.

Class correspondent: Julie Butler // julesbutler33@gmail.com

Brian Stainken retired from medicine four years ago and moved onto his sailboat, SV Pangolin, full-time. He has been cruising between the Maritimes and the western Caribbean and this summer he traveled from Panama to Rhode Island. Visitors are always welcome! // Jim Sano lives in Medfield, Massachusetts, with his wife, Joanne, and has published his ninth novel, The Fighter, the seventh in the award-winning Father Tom series. More important news was the birth of their second grandchild, Hunter Rowe, who will be visiting the family cottage in Maine for his first time. // After three decades as a partner at Boston law firm Sherin and Lodgen LLP, Steve Eimert ’79, JD’82, has transitioned to senior counsel status, where he will continue his work as a corporate attorney but on a reduced schedule. Among his clients, he serves as external general counsel to both Earnest Consulting Group, an insurance and investment services firm focused on the credit union and nonprofit space, and CU Real Estate Solutions, providing sale-leaseback transactions for credit unions. // At BC, Kevin Doherty had no idea what he wanted to major in and what he would do for work. He eventually decided to major in geology and stayed at the Heights to begin his graduate studies. After more grad school, he specialized in hydrogeology and geochemistry related to hazardous waste on land and in water. Kevin is retiring this year or next—a great run. // Alicia Connors was recently named to the board of trustees for the Family Place in Norwich, Vermont. Alicia is excited about joining this wonderful organization, as its mission is to help vulnerable families receive wraparound services—work that Alicia has been passionate about throughout her life. Alicia returned from an amazing trip to Morocco and is continuing her dedication to volunteer work by returning to Sicily in October to teach English through Global Volunteers. // Anthony Brown is enjoying retirement in the Tampa area. He really enjoyed watching BC beat FSU, where his son is an alum, at their stadium with many friends and relatives!

Class correspondent: Peter J. Bagley // peter@peterbagley.com

Susan Pease Banitt, LCSW, published her third book, an anthology compiled with 10 other trauma therapist colleagues called Women Therapists on Healing: 11 Personal Essays About Overcoming Trauma. This book represents needed women’s voices in the field since the conversations in therapy are largely dominated by men. In order to represent more diverse views about trauma and trauma etiology, half of the authors of this anthology are BIPOC and are from three different countries. // Jeanne Petrillo-Yeager splits time between Naples, Florida, and Newburyport, Massachusetts. She is a retired entrepreneur from the Greater Boston data management field. // Michael A. Voccola is thrilled to announce the arrival of his fourth grandchild. Logan was born to his son Michael and his wife, Chivonne, this past August. Logan joins Michael’s three other grandchildren: Luke (8), Lennon (6), and Madeline (3). Michael and his wife, Nancy, are too proud for words. Moreover, Michael was sworn in to the US Supreme Court Bar. Recently, he was treated for prostate cancer, but he is thrilled to say that, following surgery at Dana-Farber, he is now cancer-free. // Congratulations to Chris Simmons as he enters retirement from his company, Rainmakerz, and moves on to more exciting adventures. // Maryellen Paisley ’80 and Charlie Lee ’79 have entered the new chapter of grandparenthood, jumping in from zero to four in two short years! // Betsy McCoy is loving getting out of the cold New England winters and golfing with many BC ’80 classmates down in Vero Beach, Florida, including Midge and Steve Galligan, Joanne Tierney, Steve Shay, and many more! // Joanne “Jo Jo” Harrison and her husband, Greg, have also jumped into the grandparent phase. // Margie Fleury and her husband, Tim, have recently transplanted to Ohio from Arizona to be closer to their grandkids. // Helen-Lee Stevens is living it up in Palm Beach, Florida, having left New York City behind! She is right around the corner from Mike Loftus and his wife, Anne. // High five to Mary Menna, who was recently named one of Radio Ink’s most influential women in radio! // Jane Fay and her husband, Ed ’79, JD’82, completed a beautiful home renovation one block from classmate Mark Heyer. Not to be confused with Mark Haddad ’80, JD’83, and his wife, Helene White ’79, JD’83, who are over in Chatham, Massachusetts, and host a great party as the Chatham Fourth of July parade passes by! // Mark Heyer and his wife enjoyed spending time with Peter Cellucci in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, in August. In addition to living one block away from Jane Fay, Mark also lives a few blocks from Mary Larkin and a few towns away from Jo Jo Harrison. Sooner or later, a great BC gathering will happen! // Diane Ryan and her husband recently celebrated the occasion of her daughter’s wedding. It was a beautiful day for all to celebrate. // Tina Massi has recently left Cape Cod and shipped back to her roots in the Chicago area. // Eileen O’Brien McLaughlin writes that it was wonderful to reconnect with so many classmates for the 45th Reunion. Now as everyone celebrates their 50th high school reunions, she finds herself returning to Boston to meet up with her American School in Japan ’76 classmates! Eileen graduated high school in Tokyo and had a reunion in Newton. Makes perfect sense, right? Graduating from Tokyo, landing on the Newton Campus, this is serendipitous, she reflects. She is about to embark on her 19th year as a second-grade teacher. Eileen offers her prayers and all the best to the class. // The tradition continues. For the past several years, Lidia Cossi, Beth Malloy, and Barbara Sorrentino (and Barb’s husband, Bert) have enjoyed the Fourth of July weekend by going to the James Taylor concert at Tanglewood. James Taylor was a big part of their BC experience, and all the memories come flooding back each time they see him, just as if they were back on the fourth floor of Keyes North.

Class correspondent: Michele Nadeem-Baker // michele.nadeem@gmail.com

John Dunlevy is now semiretired and lives on a golf course with his wife, Dana, in Venice, Florida. After spending most of his career working in the investment business in New York City and living in New Jersey, they still maintain a summer home in Point Pleasant Beach. Both of their sons still live in New Jersey and work in New York City. In addition to their two sons, John and Dana also have two grandchildren, Luca (5) and Emma (less than 1). John and Dana celebrated their 40th anniversary this August. // Patti Olson and Cornelius “Neil” Dineen celebrate their 40th anniversary this year! // Ouida Garvin writes that it was good to be back on campus in May. She missed seeing many of her classmates at the 45th Reunion. “May God bless you to make our 50th! Wow!” she concludes. // Kate Ryan Herma; Judy McVeigh Pluta; Ellen Caulo ’81, JD’84; and Chris Cincotta Simeone spent 12 days in northern Italy completing a second biking adventure together. Beginning in Mantua, they cycled along the Po River from west to east through beautiful countryside and villages out to the shores of the Adriatic Sea. Next, they rode North through the islands of Chioggia, Pellestrina, and Lido, finishing in Venice, where they flew home just in time to attend their 45th BC Reunion.

Class correspondent: Alison Mitchell McKee // amckee81@aol.com

Tony Giunta ’82, MS’85, has written a book called Lightning in His Blood. It’s the story of his father, Guy Giunta, a World War II veteran. Tony wanted to preserve his dad’s many war stories that he had gathered over a lifetime. As he performed the research to create a comprehensive documentary of his life, the book became a revelation of how the man he simply knew as “dad” was formed by life experiences that were just as challenging as his wartime service. The book is available on Amazon. // Holly Rao is a senior partner in the law firm of Olenn & Penza, LLP, in Warwick, Rhode Island. She regularly represents other attorneys in legal malpractice and disciplinary matters. In addition to her practice, she has been active within the Rhode Island Bar Association and is currently president-elect of the organization. // Susan Clover, MS, RN, ACM, is retiring from Massasoit Community College in Brockton, Massachusetts, in July. Susan has been a registered nurse for 50 years, and 35 of those years have been devoted to higher education. Susan currently serves at Massasoit as the program administrator and associate dean for the nurse education program. // Nostalgia for the summer of 1981 in West Yarmouth, Massachusetts, was the theme for the reunion of Dana Begnal and Danny Carew, Mark McDermott, Carolyn Pistocchi Clemans, and Fran Cipriano Newton when they met up on St. George Island, Florida, in February. The five housemates had not been together in one place since that summer 45 years ago! Carolyn and her husband, Chris, were amazing hosts. Chris and Fran’s husband, Mark, were great sports while everyone reminisced. // Mary McAleer O’Brien recently organized an event at the Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library, in Dorchester, to celebrate the release of Elisa M. Speranza’s second historical novel, Triage. Bill Forry ’95 interviewed Elisa in front of a packed house that included classmates Ellen Whalley and M.E. Malone. A dual-timeline work of historical fiction, Triage is set in New Orleans in 1951 and in the European Theater of World War II.

Class Correspondent: Mary O’Brien // maryobrien14@comcast.net

Charles Ivers, MSW’82, turned 79 in July and has had a wonderful life. His Catholic schooling through grade school, high school, and BC gave him the values and endurance to meet all kinds of experiences in his life. He served two years in the marines and endured war in Vietnam. He’s also worked with families in child protective services. He’s grateful for the values and strength that his Catholic upbringing provided him and the love and understanding to endure the many experiences he had. He thanks Boston College and his professors.

Michael P. Byrne ’83, JD’87, has been named managing partner of Day Pitney, LLP. A longtime leader at the firm, he previously served on its executive committee and as chair of its real estate practice. He assumes the role at a time of significant growth and will focus on strategic expansion and the integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. // Liz Barbera Suchy, Esq., a partner at Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey, LLP, in Stamford, Connecticut, is lead zoning counsel for Manresa Wilds, a $410 million private restoration project transforming the decommissioned, 125-acre Manresa Island power plant in Norwalk (a former Jesuit retreat) into a waterfront public park. Once approved, it will be the largest privately funded environmental remediation and park creation project in the US. // In April, Barbara Kerr retired as director of the Medford Public Library. She had worked there for 42 years first as cataloger, then as assistant director and then director since 2016. She is looking forward to retirement and all the time to read! // Tracy Griffin Fischer ’83, MSW’91, is grateful for her long-term Boston College friendships. She recently celebrated her 30th annual BC Girls Weekend with Sarah Lahr Fitzsimons; Kathy Barry Ducey; Mary Florence Morin ’83, MBA’88; Amy Corbett Funk; Lisa Rouleau Majewski ’83, MSW’87; Lisa Fitzgerald, and Ellen Shay Byrd. Missing this year were Angela D’Orsi Beer, Katie Williams, Sharon Smetana Schweikert, Jane White Reidy, and Marcy Miller. They have been blessed with many years of laughs and memories, and constant chatter on texts. Here’s to 30 more! // Jim Murphy was the 2026 grand marshal of the Hingham, Massachusetts, Fourth of July parade, recognizing his more than 30 years of volunteer work in the South Shore town, including 15 years as chair of the parade committee. Jim was vice chair of the conservation commission, coached boys and girls youth sports, and was a member of the Hingham community emergency response team, and he regularly participates in multiple volunteer groups, including Massachusetts Fallen Heroes. Jim and Carrie Tracey Murphy now enjoy Hull’s sunsets, sailing, cooking, walking the coast, and traveling. // Anthony Onofreo recently announced his retirement from a fulfilling career in general dentistry following the successful sale of his dental practice. After BC, Anthony earned a DMD at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, where he met his wife, Pam, who also recently retired from her career as a periodontist. The couple looks forward to traveling, visiting their children in California and Rhode Island, and staying active with scuba diving, tennis, and pickleball. // Rich Considine and Bob Mucci sadly report the death of friend and roommate Jon Thibodeau. Jon passed away suddenly in June, leaving behind his wife, Colette; son, Zach; and daughter, Genevieve. Jon never left his BC memories behind, especially all Eagles sports, his time spent running the Campus Pub, the parties at Mod 8A, and his good times with classmates like Joe McKenney, Bill Gehan, Shawn Bailey-Gates, Ron Collins ’84, Paul Gudelis, and many others. Another good person gone too soon.

Class correspondents: Cynthia J. Bocko // cindybocko@hotmail.com, Marianne Lescher // malescher@aol.com

Mark Vena is CEO and principal analyst of SmartTech Research, an independent firm focused on AI, semiconductors, consumer electronics, enterprise infrastructure, internet of things (IoT), smart home, automotive technology, and digital transformation. The firm provides market analysis, strategic consulting, executive advisory services, media commentary, keynote presentations, and thought leadership that help technology companies navigate emerging trends, refine business strategies, and accelerate growth. // Damian Gambacini says that life is good, and he hopes everyone is doing well. He also wrote a poem for his classmates! “To all the decent men that I lived with during my four years at THE Boston College University: Shattered apple remains, long turned brown, stuck to the brick wall / Smashed ceiling tile dust, asbestos, hangin’ round all / Towel only lunatic running, screaming, in the hall / Memories from a Duchesne West survivor, PTSD, and all.” // Don Halloran was promoted to president of Coastal Detention Holdings (CDH) in December 2025. CDH is the holding company for Southern Folger Detention Equipment, Trussbilt, American Steel Products, MSSC, and All Phase. CDH is the global market leader in detention equipment. In addition to being the president of CDH, Don is also one of the two owners of the company. In April, Don was interviewed on the podcast Locked In with Ian Bick to discuss his 24-year career in building prisons and jails. // During a trip to Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, Michael Sellers ’84, MEd’90, married his partner, James O’Neil, on June 18, in Bozeman, at the city’s courthouse.

Class correspondent: Carol A. McConnell // bc1984notes@optimum.net

Valerie Sands Wrobel, MS’84, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, received the 2026 President’s Award from the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners. The award honors an individual who has gone above and beyond to advocate for the advancement of nurse practitioners in Virginia. As the state government relations chair, Wrobel played a key role in advocating to reduce Virginia’s nurse practitioner autonomy requirement from five years to three years of full-time practice. She recently retired after 40 years as an NP. // Liz Cinquino, MSW’84, was recognized on April 29 at a reception for employees that have worked 25 years at Boston College. She is the director of student services and advising at the School of Social Work. She enjoys sharing her social work knowledge and experience with current students going through the program.

Janice Lavoie graduated from the University of Virginia in May with a doctorate of  nursing practice. She is currently employed at Sentara Health in Woodbridge, Virginia, as a urology nurse practitioner. // Mary E. Brobson Gately received the 2026 Champion of Accessible Justice award from DC Affordable Law Firm, recognizing her longtime pro bono work. She has worked tirelessly as the firm’s pro bono litigation director, mentoring newly minted lawyers, championing the rights of hardworking families, and strengthening pathways into public interest law. She previously received the John Minor Wisdom Public Service and Professionalism Award. // Laura Soffey and Al Spada celebrated the senior day and graduation of their son Matthew ’26. // Maria “Mary” Leonard Olsen recently did a TEDx Talk called “The Hidden Risks of DNA Tests.” The talk, which previews her upcoming book, Before and After the DNA Test: A Practical Guide to Genetic Privacy, Medical Risks and Family Secrets, was selected as a TED Editor’s Pick, a designation given to less than 1 percent of all TEDx Talks. Maria is happy to talk at your organization or book club either in person or remotely. // Michele Graney Grubish announced her retirement after 40 years from Northern Trust Bank in Chicago, Illinois, where she was senior vice president of Banking Operations. Michele is looking forward to visiting her BC classmates, including Hillside ’85 roommates Cathy Doherty, Karen McNulty, Jania Andreotti, Elena Saenz Acello, and Kelly Bessette Vasey.

Class correspondent: Barbara Wilson // bww415@gmail.com

Audrey Short Vallen enjoyed getting together with her BC roomies Kimberly Norton Chipman; Dawn LiVigne; Heather Kelley Carr; Alison McAlary Bullock; and Jennifer Dacey Allen ’85, MS’91, last October at her cottage near Newfound Lake, New Hampshire. Eating, drinking, chatting, some game playing (thanks Alison!), crafting (thanks Dawn!), and a little hiking filled two wonderful days. There’s nothing better than time spent with old friends, and BC friends are the best of the best, she writes. // Joanie Drain Latauskas and her closest 1986 School of Nursing classmates celebrated their 40th reunion in York, Maine! Maryellen Lee McCarthy ’86, MS’94; Joanne Gates Luise; Cheryl Bowes Esposito; Lisa Truini-Pittman; Maura McNamara Goodney; Liz Naddaff Corrieri; and Kim Bletzer Noonan ’86, MS’92, DNP’26, all came together to enjoy beautiful Maine and celebrate! It was an amazing weekend of sunshine and laughs! // James D. Thomas, MD, has served as president of the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) since 2025. Additionally, he was recently selected as the alumnus of the year from the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he earned an MD degree in 1991. This was predominantly in recognition of his service as president of a major medical board. ABEM sets the standards for the nearly 50,000 board-certified physicians practicing emergency medicine in the US. // Jim Ryder completed a master’s degree in religious studies from the University of Detroit Mercy last November. He also began a doctorate in ministry degree from the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. He is currently the program manager at Life Directions in Detroit, an organization committed to going beyond Church structures to serve those marginalized by society.

Class correspondent: Leenie Kelley // leeniekelley@hotmail.com

John Findlater, MEd’86, has retired to Tampa after 50 years of immersion in the mission of Catholic schools. John founded the innovative inner-city Martyrs of Uganda Catholic Academy in Detroit and was honored to be the first lay principal of the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy. John offered retreats to thousands of Catholic school teachers and principals in 46 states, focusing on the special attributes and mission of Catholic schools. // Edward Davis, PhD’86, presented a paper at the Society for the Study of Symbolic Interaction international conference held at Niagara Falls, Ontario. The topic was moving the theory of symbolic interactionism in sociology from a micro theory to a more macro perspective. Edward was the last student of Everett Hughes, H’67, at Boston College. Hughes was a product of the Chicago school of sociology, obtaining a PhD in 1928. The theory of symbolic interactionism was a University of Chicago creation.

Franklin “Frank” Sarra has had a busy year. Three of his four children graduated from college and established their nascent careers in Jacksonville, Albany, and Chicago. Franklin finally decided to retire on February 28 after 38 years working for the US Navy. His last assignment was a dream job in Naples, Italy, where he worked with US Naval Forces Europe, the Sixth Fleet, and NATO. He made a pilgrimage to his grandfather’s birthplace and connected with his Italian cousins in the mountains of Abruzzo. // Darlene Yankowski Zona and Andrew Warren Fee were married on June 20, 2026, in Exeter, New Hampshire, followed by a family reception at the Exeter Inn. The couple resides in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The couple shares five children, including Emily Zona ’16.

Tess Coffey ’30, daughter of M. Colleen Daly and Patrick Coffey, began her studies at the Carroll School this fall. The Coffeys go “four out of four” as Tess follows in the footsteps of her three older sisters in the Classes of 2013, 2016, and 2020. Ad majorem Dei gloriam. // Stephen Paul Sayers’s fifth novel, Beneath Still, Dark Water, was released in June by Milford House. It’s a historical thriller about a series of disappearances that occur around the time of the flooding of the Swift River Valley in western Massachusetts to create the Quabbin Reservoir. Hellbender Books also rereleased Sayers’s Amazon international bestseller, A Taker of Morrows, in June. // Skip Barry just finished his 20th year as an educator with Providence Schools. Before that, he was employed as a social worker for the State of Connecticut. He has difficulty remembering what he did previous to that position—something or other, probably, he thinks. For more than 20 years, he has coached rugby at the University of Rhode Island and Bishop Hendricken High School in Warwick, having played the game at BC for Coach Ken Daly. Mr. Barry has no plans to retire.

Class correspondent: Rob Murray // murrman@aol.com

Ivan Brown, MBA’84, PhD’88, organized a reunion of the graduates of BC’s social economy program, within the department of sociology, in October 2025. The graduates earned their MAs and PhDs between the years 1981 and 2012. The daylong reunion featured robust conversation about the future, as well as a retrospective of career experiences and a fun lunch and dinner. Plans for future events are underway.

John Taylor was elected to the Beverly, Massachusetts, school committee in November 2025. He represents 7,000 people and seeks student achievement in one of the largest cities in Massachusetts. John Lema and Frank Taylor ’92 dared him to run. During the day, he focuses on accounting and finance, serving clients. He is also a professor of accounting and finance at Endicott College and a certified public accountant. // Phil Rouse is serving his country at the US Treasury’s Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. He has relied on the values he learned from BC and Fr. Woods throughout his career. He feels grateful and blessed to have received the kind of education at Boston College that supports and encourages a rewarding life. // Chuck Stravin continues to transform his stage IV cancer diagnosis into a mission of advocacy and service. Most recently, he joined Governor Maura Healey and healthcare leaders at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to announce landmark insurance reforms that will help patients receive faster access to the care they need. Drawing from his own experience navigating cancer treatment, Chuck has become a leading voice for policies that remove barriers to care and advance cancer research. // Scott P. McKenzie, currently the international director of alliances at the Academy of Brain in Helsinki, Finland, was elevated to president of the Scots’ Charitable Society, the oldest charitable institution in the western hemisphere. This society has granted almost $3 million in scholarships to young men and women of Scottish descent.

Michael Baroni was named again to Super Lawyers. His Baroni Law legal practice focuses on entertainment, tech, and corporate law. He also received recognition from the Orange County Board of Supervisors for his volunteer work with veterans. // C. Eric Lobser writes that after 35 years at Laclede Gas Company/Spire, Inc., in myriad roles from finance and treasury; operations and customer service; business planning and corporate development; regulatory and government affairs; and finally insurance, commodity, and enterprise risk management, he’s more than ready for the good life. Eric is enjoying friends and family, golf, sporting and music events, and reading and lounging in the backyard pool with a beverage du jour. Cheers! // Missy Campbell Reid ’90, MEd’94, announces that she is a proud mother-in-law! Her son, Alexander, got married on June 12 in Concord, New Hampshire, to his longtime girlfriend, Danielle. There are really no words to adequately describe watching your firstborn marry the love of his life, Missy reflects. It was a perfect day celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs. Reid! // A group of classmates from Upper Campus and the Newton Campus came together to say goodbye to Brian Lynch; Brian would have loved the walk down memory lane, as he always said how much he treasured the time together in college. Brian was always smiling, because he only brought joy. He showed the world how to love and laugh, leaving an indelible mark on everyone lucky enough to know him. He had a way of making people feel seen and valued. The Class of 1990 will miss you, Brian! Forever an Eagle. // Terence Charles “TC” Laundry Jr. passed away on May 23. TC was described in his obituary as a man who felt deeply, loved fiercely, and never missed an opportunity to make people laugh. He had a gift for finding humor in everyday moments and was especially known for his appreciation of a good inside joke. Whether through his quick wit, animated storytelling, or heartfelt conversations, TC had a way of making people feel seen, valued, and connected.

Class correspondent: Missy Campbell Reid // MissyCReid1@comcast.net

Kim Parsons Zayotti was recently named one of the recipients of the Ad Club’s Women We Admire award, which recognizes female leaders in the New England advertising, marketing, and media community who inspire through action and create a positive impact. This acknowledgement means a great deal to her both personally and professionally. She remains grateful for the foundation BC provided and the role it continues to play in her life and work. // Mary “Gina” Sambuchi Black ’91, MEd’93, writes that it was great to be back on campus for Reunion and to spend time with her former roommate Kerry Buckley Kaufmann and former hockey teammate Kristin Leary! She thanks all of the Reunion organizers. // Donna L. Vaiani Taverna worked at Boston College Law School and graduated from the Woods College with a degree in business management. She raised two children and also worked at Brandeis University, where she earned a master’s of management of human services. She ended her career after 17 years at the former Tufts Health Plan, now Point32Health. She is happily retired and traveling as much as possible. She’s visited New York City, Italy, and Greece so far.

Class correspondent: Peggy Morin Bruno // pegmb@comcast.net

Janice Magno, PhD’91, writes that after retiring from her career as a professor of education at Salem State University, she pursued her lifelong dream to publish a memoir, which has been classified as a hybrid memoir, as it also has taken the liberty of telling the story of the protagonist, Alexandra Grace Marra. The memoir was previously self-published and is now being republished into a series. Written under Janice’s pen name, Dr. A.G. Marra, and available on Amazon, the books are A Way Out: One Woman’s Journey to Redemption and A Way Forward: Redemption Is a Destination and a Journey.

Class correspondent: Leslie Poole Petit // lpetit@dominicanacademy.org

After having successfully started a tax software company called TACSSOFT Inc., Steven Tseki has made his debut as an indie writer. His first book of short stories, Tiny Voices, about those who have lost their voice in society, is now available on Amazon. His second book of flash fiction, Life’s Little Adventures, which includes intense character-driven tales, is also available on Amazon. His next book will be a fantasy about Salem Village in 1692. // Mike Ferrier met up with Dao Thach in Houston when Dao visited to see a World Cup match. Old roommates catching up. // Rob Piazza’s manuscript of original poetry recently won a national contest for chapbooks, resulting in the publication of his first book, Distilled Spirits: Coffee & Recovery, a sequence of villanelles exploring the intersection of addiction and spirituality. The book is published by Cathexis Northwest Press in Portland, Oregon, and it is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.

Class correspondent: Katie Boulos-Gildea // kbgildea@yahoo.com

Ursuline Sister of Mount Saint Joseph Martha Keller, MA’92, is celebrating 50 years of religious life in 2026. She earned a master’s degree in pastoral studies from Boston College. A native of Whitesville, Kentucky, she has been a teacher and parish minister in Kentucky for 42 years. She has served her community as director of vocation ministry and the contact program. Since 2022, she has served as the elected assistant congregational leader of the Ursuline Sisters in Maple Mount. // Bill McGowan, MSW’92, retired after 29 years in the Massachusetts Probation Service as a probation officer and an assistant chief probation officer. He spent his entire career in the Bristol County Juvenile Court. He values the education and experience he got at the School of Social Work. He looks forward to some travel and golf in retirement. // Cornelius “Christopher” Salmon, JD’92, became a US citizen in 1993. He is a lawyer and author.

Dave Wedge recently released his eighth book, Blizzard of Lies: Karen Read, John O’Keefe and the Shocking Unsolved Murder in Cop Town USA. He is also a coproducer on a three-part Hulu docuseries by Ben Affleck called Hunting Whitey Bulger, which is based on one of Dave’s books. // Carl Kallen, now residing in Chicago, is vice president and general manager for Lyngsoe Systems, where he leads a team delivering operational visibility through internet of things and radio frequency identification solutions. In parallel, he was recently appointed nationwide chairman of the board of the Swedish-American Chambers of Commerce for a two-year term.

Class correspondent: Laura Beck // laurabeckcahoon@gmail.com

Beth Anne Tercek, S.N.D., PhD’93, celebrated the diamond jubilee (60 years) of her religious profession during the summer of 2026. She currently ministers in the finance office of the Sisters of Notre Dame of the United States.

Tom Leyden’s company, Westwood Living Media, combines the benefits of print with digital, podcasting, events, and television, spotlighting the local community while serving as a marketing partner for 95-plus businesses. If you are interested in joining Tom’s podcast and being featured, reach out at westwood-living.com—he’s already welcomed a few BC grads and helped them promote their latest projects and ventures. // Eddy Arriola of Miami recently published It’s All About Relationships, a leadership book drawn from his experience as a CEO and advisor; it became an Amazon number one bestseller shortly after release. He lives in Miami with his wife, Katie Lane-Arriola.

Class correspondent: Nancy E. Drane // nancydrane@aol.com

Lisa Nickerson has been appointed the CEO of Infinityy, a platform redefining the homebuying process through immersive online experiences. With more than three decades of real estate expertise and a proven entrepreneurial track record, she has built and led multiple businesses—including a residential brokerage and a national marketing agency—while helping to shape the future of property technology. // Sean Farrelly ran into a fellow BC alum who was playing pro-am at the Travelers Championship in Connecticut. Doug Flutie ’85 always makes himself available for a pic, especially when he knows you’re a BC alum, as one of Sean’s friends yelled as he walked to the green. “Thank you, Doug Flutie, and thank you, BC!” Sean concludes. // After 14 years with Providence St. Joseph Health, Matt Ducsik recently assumed the role of chief operating officer at Linguava, a language services company providing interpretation and translation in over 250 languages for health organizations and providers.

Class correspondent: Kevin McKeon // kevin.mckeon@ridgewaypartners.us

Michael Kelly, CAES’95, is enjoying retirement with his wife, Edie. He is keeping busy with their nine grandchildren, five of whom have finished college and started careers. The remaining four are making progress in high school and college. Michael and Edie are blessed with good health and the satisfaction of the kids’ success.

Tip Murray ’63, Bill Proal ’69, and Mark Szal spend the winters in Sarasota, Florida, and play in a weekly men’s golf league. // Dawn O’Brien ’96, JD’99, celebrated the graduation of her first daughter, Faith ’26, in May. Faith graduated with a BA, majoring in theatre and minoring in dance and inclusive education. She is pursuing a career as an actress. Dawn’s other two children, AJ ’27 and Reagan ’29, are also proud Eagles who are enjoying their time at the Heights. // Adilia Lugo is so excited to share that her daughter has started as a first-year student at Boston College this fall! It means so much to watch her begin this exciting new chapter, make lifelong friendships, and embrace everything BC has to offer. She wishes her an amazing first year. Go Eagles! // Effie Panagiotakis has been self-employed for nearly 14 years as an attorney with a general civil litigation practice in Salem, Massachusetts. She recently completed an accelerated training program with the Committee for Public Counsel Services and is honored to expand her practice by representing individuals in mental health civil commitment proceedings. She values reconnecting with fellow Eagles and encourages others to give back in whatever way they can and help those who cannot advocate for themselves.

Maya MacDonald, daughter of Gary MacDonald Jr. and granddaughter of Gary MacDonald Sr. ’69, married Isaac Droesch at St. Patrick Catholic Parish in Pasco, Washington.

Class correspondent: Margo Gillespie // margogillespie@gmail.com

Michael Ventura celebrated the 10th anniversary of his newsletter, Books on GIF, where he uses animated GIFs to review books. It’s one of Giphy’s “favorite Substacks,” and Esquire called it a “brilliant high-low fusion of an old art form and modern storytelling device.” // After 12 years working with Amazon in the Alexa and artificial general intelligence engineering teams, Fergus O’Donoghue joined Cognex, a machine vision company in Natick, Massachusetts, where he leads the Agentic AI, Technical Product Management, and Product Design teams. His son Tadhg started at BC this fall. // Lisa Angulo ’98 and Brian Reid ’97 have come a long way since meeting at the Philippine Society of Boston College picnic in 1994. In 2023, they cofounded Dear Flor, the first Filipina-owned company making infused gummies with iconic Filipino flavors. Rooted in culture, community, and product, the brand continues to expand, with gummies sold nationwide. They live in New York City with their two teens and Pomsky, Leo. // Matthew Buckley is principal of New Berlin Eisenhower, one of Wisconsin’s top public schools. He focuses on building systems, making sure students are known, supported, challenged, and grounded in high expectations and relationships. He was recently elevated to “local celebrity” status after his graduation speech went semi-viral, noted for its clarity, sincerity, and focus on student agency, resilience, and community responsibility, all shaped by his Boston College background. It’s on YouTube! // Alison Curd and Tyson Lowery are excited to connect back with Boston College, as their oldest daughter, Calista Lowery, has joined the Class of 2030. Life in San Diego continues to go well for the five of them. Let’s go Eagles!

Class correspondent: Mistie P. Lucht // hohudson@yahoo.com

This past May, five graduates of BC’s Institute of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry (which later merged with the Weston Jesuit School of Theology to form what is now the Clough School of Theology and Ministry) gathered on Cape Cod for their 30th annual celebration of friendships forged at Boston College since the 1995–1996 school year! Maura Colleary, MEd’97; Theresa Hinnenkamp Lineau, MA’98; Paula Jurigian, MA’94, MA’97; Christine Kowalcky, MA’98; and Sue Seltenright DeFerrari, MSW’98, MA’99, were brought together as graduate assistants, and they remain best of friends who meet up to enjoy time together year after year! // Cheryl Amari, MA’98, published her first book, Why I Don’t Wear High Heels When Grieving: Musings on Loss, Hope, and Resilience. It’s a nonfiction, educational, and eye-opening book with an unexpectedly cheeky tone that elicits both laughter and tears. A unique three-step approach with practical strategies helps chart a path forward, even in the midst of doubt and despair. // Kristen Renn, PhD’98, was named university distinguished professor at Michigan State University, where she is a faculty member in the graduate program in higher, adult, and lifelong education. She was also selected as a fellow of the American Educational Research Association and the Association for the Study of Higher Education. // Sharon R. Chace, MTS’98, was a “middle-aged wildcard” at the Weston Jesuit School of Theology. Her Wipf and Stock titles, found in college and graduate school libraries, are in poetry and biblical studies. At age 82, she continues to write and is a regular contributor to “Mid-Week Musings” in the Gloucester Daily Times. She hopes that parents will purchase Strengthening Hearts and Minds: Poems for Children, because this book affirms the worth of all children.

Jennifer Blakeslee-DaSilva is an executive officer at VML, a WPP creative agency, leading the agency’s West Coast business and helping clients drive growth through creativity, AI, and marketing transformation. During her 20-plus-year career, she has partnered with brands including Mazda, Coca-Cola, Ford, Capital One, and Lexus. Jennifer also founded Connect4Women, creating more than 5,000 meaningful career connections through mentorship and introductions. // Samuel Price ’99, JD’05, and his wife, Jenna Edzant, are elated to share the birth of their son, Connor Nicholas Edzant Price, on May 22. Connor is already proudly representing Boston College and is looking forward to his first visit to the Heights.

Class correspondent: Matt Colleran // colleran.matt@gmail.com

After 12 years of teaching at the Carroll School following a career in startups, Drew Hession-Kunz, MS’99, retired at the end of the spring semester. Now he finally has time to finish another book, launch another startup, and generally get caught up with lots of people. He will miss the students so very much, but it was time to move on to the next phase! // Scott Rostock, JD’99, started his own law firm, Rostock Law, P.A., in south Florida. The firm focuses on business and contract disputes and construction litigation throughout Florida. Scott was previously a litigation partner at Akerman, LLP, in its Fort Lauderdale office, where he practiced for the past 19 years. // Amy Olener Adler, MBA’99, and Marni Holtzman Vyn, MBA’00, MSW’00, became fast friends during their MBA orientation. Now they regularly collaborate as professional résumé writers and career coaches, having created several online job clubs to help job seekers during COVID. At the National Résumé Writers’ Association 2024 conference, they presented on the success of those job club models. In 2025, they presented on best practices and innovations in résumé writing. They thank Boston College and the Carroll School!

Rod Waters ’00, MSW’03, earned a PhD in educational leadership from DePaul University. His dissertation, “Redefining Retention: Analyzing the Experiences of Black Men in Higher Education Through the Lens of Race, Masculinity, and Strength-Based Approaches,” explored factors that support the success and persistence of Black men in higher education. Rod serves as the executive director of housing and residence life at DePaul University and looks forward to applying his research to his work. // Fahad Javaid is interested in hearing from his former classmates. Look him up and reach out to him. Peace.

Class correspondent: Kate Pescatore // katepescatore@hotmail.com

After graduating from Boston College, Joyce Wang went back to Taiwan for the equities sector, where she worked as a research analyst and in sales for many years until she couldn’t find more motivation. That’s when she started her own business running a private dining venue hosting private parties for politicians and celebrities. The ingredients she sources became of interest, so she started a grocery service. While that’s ongoing, she just moved back to the US to Seattle with her husband and kids. She “luvs luvs” cycling and hopes to reconnect! // Jocelyn Walters joined Adobe in early 2026, returning to the world of customer success. In addition to this role, Jocelyn continues to operate her boutique consulting business, Anew Advisory, where she currently provides pro bono community development and professional development services selectively. // Andrew Frey joined JLL, a global real estate advisory firm serving private, public, and nonprofit clients. He will have a focus on public-private partnerships and other complex strategic plans, transactions, and developments, as well as on public institutions, including national, state, and local governments, higher education, and health care.

Class correspondent: Sandi Kanne // bcbubbly@hotmail.com

Emilia Varona-Vicente, PhD’01, just published a novel, Luna de duermevela (which translates to “Slumber Moon” in English). At present, it can be purchased in Spain. It will soon be available on Amazon and Books & Books. The digital version is already available on Google Books. She wrote the novel in Spanish, but it might be translated to English.

Amanda Udis-Kessler, MA’96, PhD’02, has left higher education administration and is now the pastor of a small progressive Christian church in Colorado Springs. Her sociology of religion studies courses are serving her well in this position. // Linda Kennedy, MS’02, recently achieved 40 years of employment with the US Postal Service. She is a business transformation specialist for the USPS headquarters in Washington, DC.

With 15-plus years of experience in public service and politics, Emily Ball Jabbour was elected to be the 40th mayor of the City of Hoboken, New Jersey, this past December. Her husband, Peter, two teen daughters, and BC friends and roommates could not be more proud. // Carl Oliveri ’03, MA’05, was made the chief student affairs officer and dean of students at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. In this position, he oversees all of student affairs on all three of the university’s campuses, in Boston; Worcester; and Manchester, New Hampshire. He lives in the Greater Boston area with his wife, Jess, and son, Leo (5).

Class correspondent: Claudia Pouravelis // claudiapouravelis@gmail.com

Richard Grijalva, MA’03, has begun his second year as an adjunct professor in the School of Arts and Humanities at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas. He is teaching courses in writing and rhetoric and Chicanx/Latinx studies. While working at the Hilltop, he has rekindled his calling as an educator while appreciating the affinities among the Jesuit and Holy Cross traditions of education, spirituality, and pedagogy.

Juliana Gaita has earned board certification in marital and family law from the Florida Bar, adding to her existing board certification in adoption law. She is among the rare group of attorneys who hold dual board certifications from the Florida bar. For the third consecutive year, she was named Top Adoption Attorney by The Boca Raton Observer and was recognized by her colleagues as a 2026 Super Lawyer. // Bridget Monohan is grateful to have come through her divorce a stronger and more honest person. Professionally, she is thriving and continuing to grow her nursing career at the Department of Veterans Affairs, and she happily spends her weekends diving into her son’s competitive soccer world.

Class correspondents: Allie Weiskopf // allieweiskopf@gmail.com and Elizabeth Abbott Wenger // lizabbott@gmail.com

At the 2025 Chicago Marathon, Maria Cicero Lindberg ran an all-time best of 2:34:59 to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Trials in St. Louis. She is racing in Chicago this fall to try to improve her time. Maria lives in Elmhurst, a suburb of Chicago, with her husband and three children.

Class correspondents: Justin Barrasso // jbarrasso@gmail.com and Joe Bowden // joe.bowden@gmail.com

Erik Oland, S.J., STL’05, spent the 2025–2026 academic year as a spiritual director for the Saint Peter Faber Jesuit Community and the Clough School after his time as a Jesuit provincial for Canada. His next assignment takes him to Holy Cross Parish at the University of Victoria, in British Columbia, as a pastor.

Emily A. Bendana McHale is proud to announce the opening of the Law Office of Emily Bendana McHale, LLC, located in Totowa, New Jersey. The firm specializes in immigration law, offering individualized legal strategies, deportation defense, and family-based immigration services. Driven by a mission of zealous advocacy and the Jesuit call to strive for the greater good, Emily is dedicated to helping noncitizens navigate the complex immigration system with dignity. // Priscilla Chen, MSW, LMSW, LCSW, SIFI, is redefining the intersection of mental health and education. As managing director of social work at Bronx Charter School for Excellence, she leads initiatives across 17 schools, drawing on more than 18 years as a licensed clinical social worker. Her work is helping shape trauma-informed, wellness-centered school communities where every student is equipped to succeed and thrive. // Maggie Hurley and Wally Bielat share that  Alexandra Lou Bielat was born May 15 in Indiana, joining big sister Mary Jane (20 months)! Her birth is a blessing, even if it meant mommy missed Reunion this year. Both girls will make their BC debut cheering on the Eagles against Notre Dame this fall in South Bend.

Class correspondent: Cristina Conciatori // cristina.conciatori@gmail.com

Kyle Norton writes that former class president and all-around great guy Brian Roche single-handedly started the wave at a Cubs game this spring. Congrats, Brian! // Audrey Williams was recognized in the 2026 RealTrends Verified rankings of the top 1.5 percent of residential real estate professionals in the US, based on 2025 sales performance. Williams is an associate broker with Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty, serving clients throughout Wyoming and Idaho. A Jackson Hole native, she specializes in luxury homes, ranches, recreational properties, and investment real estate in and around the Tetons. // Dr. Stacy-Ann Allen-Ramdial is proud to announce the release of her debut children’s book, Pam and the Hidden World of Microbes. Written for ages three to 10, this engaging story simplifies complex STEM concepts, teaching children how tiny organisms impact their daily lives. By bridging storytelling with real science, it inspires critical thinking and early scientific literacy. It is available now on Amazon. // Sally Pennington Roller ’07, MEd’08, is excited to announce the launch of her firm, Sally Roller Law, LLC. Her practice focuses on workplace and Title IX investigations, and she brings a thoughtful, neutral, and legally grounded approach informed by years of experience. Sally works with nonprofits, corporations, and higher education institutions and is grateful for the support of the BC community as she begins this new chapter. // Tommy Anderson is pleased to share that he has started a window treatments installation business, Local Shades and Blinds, that services the Boston MetroWest—right around the BC area and beyond! Find him online if you have a need, as he would love to help his fellow BC alumni to cover their windows in style! // Christina and Kevin Sheridan ’07, MS’08, write that baby Maria Sheridan was born on March 8.

Class correspondent: Lauren Bagnel // lauren.faherty@gmail.com

Anthony Bova, who has worked as a corporate mergers and acquisitions attorney at Am Law 100 law firm Nixon Peabody since 2021, was recently promoted to counsel. Anthony has advised his clients through hundreds of millions of dollars of transactions in his 13 years as an attorney. Anthony’s wife, Caitlin Brison Bova ’09, MA’15, is undoubtedly the source of his professional success. // Caitlin Toland and David Henault welcomed baby Jamie Michael on April 16. Jamie looks forward to joining big sister Annie at football games! // Leslie Osborn and Matthew Spada had a daughter, Adeline Osborn Spada, on May 24. The family resides in Hingham.

Class correspondent: Timothy Bates // tbates86@gmail.com

The private leadership coaching practice of Rev. Sandra Dorsainvil, MA’09, Connect-SD.com, provides ministry in nontraditional settings as she meets pastors and pastor’s spouses at crossroads where life has them pausing and discerning next steps. Her extensive pastoral experience and disability advocacy work enable her to listen and ask the necessary heart questions. Her cross-cultural global experiences and multilingual fluency foster sacred presence. Leading retreats is an added bonus. // Leela Assefi, MBA’09, shares that on February 19, she and her husband, Justin Barnes, welcomed their daughter, Yasmeen “Yasi” Galano Barnes (7 pounds, 10 ounces, and 19½ inches), becoming a family of four. Yasi joins big sister Veeda, who is adjusting well. Yasmeen, meaning jasmine in Farsi, symbolizes beauty, grace, and resilience. Her middle name, Galano, honors her grandmother’s Italian heritage. Leela extends gratitude to her family and support system and looks forward to this next chapter. // Abbie Loewenstein, MA’09, and Alan Tannenwald had their first child, Elyse, a baby girl, on September 26, 2025.

Emma Staffaroni started her new position in the Thayer Academy English department after many years at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, and a short stint in Newton Public Schools. The switch from boarding to day school has been great, as is being back in the neighborhood of BC (Emma is living in West Roxbury). // Stephanie Parker and Joseph Towne were married on May 15 at St. Thomas of Villanova in Wilmington, Massachusetts. The reception was held at the Mansion on Turner Hill in Ipswich. The couple also recently purchased their first home and are enjoying married life with their Shih Tzu/Maltese mix named Cricket.

Meaghan Clark Rajkumar, MA’10, is director, research and strategy, at the Center for Higher Education Policy and Practice at Southern New Hampshire University. Her research is regularly shared with the White House, Congress, and higher education leaders nationwide to integrate best practice into federal policy and across systems. Last year, her impacts on federal policymaking include being cited in a Senate hearing, directly informing a newly proposed bill, and being listed in the Education Resources Information Center database for policymakers in Washington, DC.

Class correspondents: John Clifford // clifford.jr@gmail.com and Kathryn Phillips // Katyelphillips@gmail.com

On November 3, 2025, Caitlin and Max Bindernagel ’11, MA’12, welcomed their daughter, Esme Elizabeth Bindernagel.

A graduate of the master’s in forensic nursing program, Lauren Kopcso, MS’11, recently accepted the position of TeleSANE coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program. In this role, she oversees the day-to-day operations of the TeleSANE program, expanding equitable access to trauma-informed forensic nursing care for sexual assault patients across Massachusetts. // Nicole Pascarelli O’Brien, MEd’11, recently launched a podcast. The Women Who Stayed is a weekly, multi-episode podcast documenting the untold stories of women in Boston during the AIDS epidemic—caregivers, activists, nurses, and friends whose contributions were essential, yet are often absent from the historical record. Each week features a different woman’s story. The podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

After a decade in criminal law, Patrick Keating ’12, JD’15, has recently started work as a trial attorney in the federal programs branch within the civil division of the Department of Justice in Washington, DC. // Alexandra Williams and Alex Albright ’10 were married on June 13, 2026, in Littleton, Colorado. Despite overlapping timelines on the Heights, the couple didn’t actually meet until 2021 in Austin, Texas, where they currently reside. Alex, a former BC football player, went on to play for the Dallas Cowboys after graduation and now works in medical device sales. Alexandra is currently back in the BC fold, pursuing a master of legal studies in cybersecurity, risk, and governance. Eagles in attendance were Jess ’10, MS’14, and Billy Flutie ’10, MS’11; Chris Fox ’10; Kimberly Lee; Natacha ’09, MA’10, and Wes Davis ’10, MA’11, MBA’12; Alia Verner; Jack Geiser ’10; Codi Boek ’10, MS’11; Mark Spinney ’11; James McCluskey ’10, MS’12; and Hugh Kirkpatrick ’10. // The Class of 2012 roommates of Mod 36B each welcomed the following babies in the last year, joining eight older siblings: Thomas (Taylor and Stephen West), Frederick (Tess and Patrick Michielutti), Claire (Brynn and Joe DeLorenzo), Poppy (Catherine and Mike Dempsey), Thomas (Erin and Michael Moran ’10), and Maxine (Mary and Matthieu Lynch). // Allie Minogue and her husband, Gil Dionne, are delighted to announce the birth of their second daughter, Renée, who joined the family in October 2025. Big sister Gabrielle is already smitten with her new sibling. They are looking forward to visiting the Heights for the first time as a family of four.

Class correspondent: Riley Sullivan // sullivan.riley.o@gmail.com

Ryan Vale McGonigle, MEd’12, has accepted a new position as assistant executive director for the Caumsett Foundation. In this role, Ryan will leverage her decade-plus experience in programs, development, and education to meet the foundation’s mission for preservation, conservation, and education at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve in Lloyd Harbor, New York. // On May 5, Domonique “Dom” Johnson, MSW’12, married her partner, Danilo De Leon. Though it was a great moment, what made it better was sharing it with fellow BC alumni! Eagles in attendance were Jackie Shelburne Abramczyk, MSW’12; Katie Kelley, MSW’12; Sayaka Yabuki, MSW’12; and Bianca Drew Williams, MSW’12.

Herling Romero Adrianza joined Cole Law Partners, P.C., a boutique construction and commercial litigation firm serving clients across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. The firm launched in October last year and grew from four attorneys to 10 within its first five months, and it was named Top New Firm of 2026 by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly just six months after launch. Herling was recently named a MassDLA Rising Star for 2026 and is recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Star. // Ray Lambert has worked in the mental health field for 12 years and recently founded Blackstone Psychology Group, a private practice dedicated to helping individuals optimize their mental health, overcome psychological barriers, and reach their full potential through evidence-based psychotherapy. He has earned more than 70 five-star reviews for his therapy services, reflecting his commitment to delivering high-quality, client-centered care. // Claire Marinello and Bryan Fisher are happy to announce the birth of future Eagle, Elizabeth Patience Fisher, on March 26.

Class correspondent: Bryanna Robertson // bryanna.mahony@gmail.com

Colin Smith, MA’13, accepted a job as assistant professor in the department of philosophy at Creighton University, a Jesuit university in Omaha, Nebraska.

Jonathan Mott completed a doctorate of musical arts in choral conducting at the Eastman School of Music, graduating as his teacher, Dr. William Weinert, concluded his 32-year career at the school. In his studies for the comprehensive examination, Jonathan leaned heavily on themes and knowledge he picked up from his teachers and mentors in the BC music department, including John Finney, Barbara and Ralf Gawlick, Sandra Hebert, Thomas Oboe Lee, Jeremiah McGrann, and Michael Noone. // Jonathan Raude, cofounder of Resourceful Talent Group, recently led the company to be named the Top Offshore Software Engineering Partner of 2026 by Manage HR Magazine. Based in Miami, Florida, Resourceful Talent Group helps startups and growing businesses build high-performing global engineering teams and access specialized technology talent. // David DePalma graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a doctorate in physics. He wrote his thesis on his observations of how the environment around galaxies affects galaxies’ formation and evolution across cosmic time. You can find him at MIT leading Astrogazers, a stargazing public-engagement group, or volunteering at the MIT Museum. // Elizabeth “Lizzy” Bayoff and Peter Rothmeier welcomed baby Amelia on May 14, coinciding with their fourth wedding anniversary. They are overjoyed! // Chelsea Wood and Matthew Brown welcomed their second child, Brooks Nathaniel Brown, on May 16.

Carroll School alumnus Daniel T. Morrison ’12, MS’14, has joined Fox Rothschild in New York City as an associate in the corporate department. Daniel handles a broad spectrum of complex corporate transactions. His practice includes advising clients engaged in mergers and acquisitions across multiple industries, counseling clients in the preparation and negotiation of commercial agreements, and assisting public company clients in securities law compliance. // Brooke Huminski, MSW’14, and her partner, Ben, welcomed their first child, baby boy Rowan Quinn Zabinski, into the world on May 28. All are doing well. Brooke is taking maternity leave from her psychotherapy practice in Providence.

Marina McBee ’15, MS’18, practices as a doctor of nursing practice in the pediatric primary care setting in Northern Virginia. In 2025, she pursued a certification in an evidence-based program called Triple P (Positive Parenting Program). This program focuses on parents, coming around them as they seek new ways to coach and discipline challenging behaviors. Six months into the program, she started a follow-on sleep clinic, seeing that for some individuals, behaviors could improve with better sleep. // Caitlin Horsfield has recently joined Cartier as operations manager of the Fifth Avenue flagship store in New York City. After seven years in Madrid, Spain, she is happy to be back home in New York. // Lizzy and Brandan Ray welcomed their first baby, and future Eagles fan, Amelia Jane, on March 17!

Class correspondent: Victoria Mariconti // victoria.mariconti@gmail.com

Stacy Hutton Johnson, PhD’15, and Sara Macchiano, MS’06, MBA’06, are cofounders of Canopy Consultants. Since 2020, they have partnered with healthcare clinical leaders to strengthen clinical environments and advance patient care excellence through onsite leadership development, strengths-based coaching, and tailored consulting services.

Emily Barry and Brady Conley ’16, MA’17, welcomed their second daughter, Olivia Grace, into the world exactly three years and one day after their first! Emily also graduated from urologic surgical residency at Brown University. She will pursue a one-year fellowship in robotics in surgery before attending, and the couple looks forward to spending more time together as a family.

Addison Witzel, MA’16, returned to Oklahoma City University as the director of student success in the Meinders School of Business. // Andrew J. DeVellis, MSW’16, LICSW, began a doctoral program at Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. He hopes to research and develop adventure-based group therapy, intertwined with the use of artificial intelligence and virtual reality, for adolescents and adults struggling with addiction.

Elizabeth Facey has started her own estate-planning law firm, Holliston Family Law! // Audrey Fleming and Matt Brune welcomed their son Emmett in March—a future Eagle of the Class of 2048!

Class correspondent: Joshua Beauregard // joshuab136@gmail.com

Kayla Fernando successfully defended her PhD in neurobiology from Duke University in May with her dissertation, “Testing the Cellular and Synaptic Mechanisms Underlying Cerebellar Motor Learning.” In attendance were BC faculty members John Christianson and Bret Judson. Also in attendance were Karen Lin, Joan Lee, Winnie Liang, and Josephine Tang. In August, Kayla began her new role as an associate life science consultant at SciVida in Raleigh, North Carolina. // Abigail LeRoy, MSW’25, and Andrew Lynch got married on March 28 in Abby’s hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. They continue to live in Roslindale. On their special day, they were joined by several alumni made up of friends and family! // Chloe Kinzig and Mark Hatem, who met during their senior year at Boston College, were married on June 13 at Tyler Arboretum in Media, Pennsylvania. Nine years after meeting at the Heights, they celebrated their wedding surrounded by 52 fellow Eagles—a joyful reminder that some of the best things to come out of Boston College are the friendships that last a lifetime. // Rachel Piccolino married Benjamin Goodman on June 13. Eagles in attendance were Megan O’Neill, Andy Kearney, Kristen Morse Hendrix, Katie Babbin Garbino, Frances Christianson, Brianna Fogarty and Joe Swain, Marie Peduto and Matt Nolan, Kate Johnson ’21, and Andy Ritter ’21. // Maureen and Garret Patten welcomed their second child, a son named Cillian, on June 25.

Hailey Michalski recently completed her sixth Abbott World Marathon Major in London, after running the Chicago, Boston, New York City, Berlin, and Tokyo marathons! Her “majors” journey began sophomore year at BC, running Chicago in 2016, followed by Boston in 2017, where classmates cheered her on at Mile 21. Fellow BC alumnae Katrina Gallinal and Cady Sanderson flew to London to support her in her final race! // Caroline DeLuca, a former teacher in elementary, high school, college, and hospital settings, launched Admit MA, LLC, after six-plus years working in Greater Boston admissions. Her boutique practice guides families throughout the country as they navigate the independent school journey for grades 3 to 12 and addresses school selection, application strategy, ISEE/SSAT preparation, essay coaching, and interview preparation. A proud Eagle, she welcomes connections with alumni searching for the right schools for their children. // Thomas Duff ’19, JD’22, accepted a position as a commercial litigation associate with the Chicago office of Venable, LLP. // Molly McKenzie and Zachary Allen were married on March 21 at St. Ignatius followed by a reception at the Fairmont Copley Plaza. // Heesu Yun ’23 married Yehoon Joo on June 7, 2025. Eagles in attendance were Seuk Won Jeong ’22, Woojae Chung, Won Hyung Chung ’23, Haerin Park ’22, Eukyung Hong ’23, Yookyung Jin ’22, Yeun Jae Chung ’24, Hangyul Hwang, Ehyun Kim, Jean Kang ’20, Justin Cho ’23, Sung Park ’22, Kyungyeon Ryu ’23, Sooji Yang, and Jisoo Park ’21. // Tessa Kindelin and Brendan Harty were married on June 27 in Chicago.

Kiersten Anderson, MSW’19, LICSW, OSW-C, was named the 2026 Oncology Social Worker of the Year by the Association of Oncology Social Work. The award recognizes an exceptional, experienced oncology social worker and active AOSW member who embodies excellence in practice, compassion in service, and meaningful engagement in advancing the profession.

After passing the Pennsylvania and Florida Bar exams, Ashley Stauber will be working at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office as a prosecutor. // Rachel King and Matthew LaMarche are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Saoirse, on June 21. Mom, baby, and family are doing well and enjoying this exciting new chapter together.

Juiling de los Reyes, MS’20, recently published Government Accounting Finally Explained: A Practical Guide with Real Municipal Scenarios. Drawing on her experience as town accountant for the Town of Burlington, Massachusetts, she wrote the book to make governmental accounting more approachable through practical examples, real municipal scenarios, and illustrations. She hopes it will serve as a valuable resource for municipal employees, students, and anyone interested in public finance.

Alexandra Monacelli and Scott Frank ’22 got married on May 24, in Newport, Rhode Island. They were joined by family and friends, including about 30 fellow Eagles who traveled to celebrate with them. // Katie Flanagan ’21, DNP’26, and TJ Wesner (the son of beloved BC professor Tom Wesner ’89, DEd’07) got married at St. Ignatius on June 6. Both of their parents also met at BC, so it was extra special to get married there. There were over 75 BC alumni at the wedding!

Catherine Hrbac, JD’21, is celebrating opening her own law firm. After practicing for five years following graduation from Boston College Law School, Catherine opened her doors as a boutique intellectual property firm. She is proud to serve start-ups and small businesses throughout the country. She is so grateful for the support of the BC community in the lead-up to opening, and would like to especially thank Professor Ingrid Hillinger and Professor Mary Ann Chirba, JD’81, for all of their guidance. // Christiana Roszik, MS’21, married Dominik Smreczak on April 19 at St. Bridget Parish in Abington, Massachusetts. Family and friends then gathered for a reception at the Lakehouse in Halifax, where the couple celebrated with Hungarian and Polish traditions. They are excited to begin this new chapter together!

Anthony Aduaka, S.J., STL’22, earned a licentiate in moral theology at BC and served as chaplain at Loyola Jesuit College in Abuja, Nigeria, where he connected theology with students’ lived experiences and realities. He later shifted from the field of theology to education, earning a master’s degree in educational leadership and management at King’s College London. Now a principal, he blends both fields and looks to a future that is challenging, enriching, and full of possibilities.

Jackson Goodman, strategic programs manager at America Media, the Jesuit Review of Faith and Culture, writes that the organization hosted an event at Boston College in April. It was a conversation about how a Jesuit education from BC helped to shape the vocation of some of the organization’s staff, and how it continues to guide their ministry. The event featured five Eagles, including Jackson; Sam Sawyer, S.J., ’00, MDiv’14, president and editor in chief at America Media; Molly Cahill ’20, associate editor at America Media; Matt Razek, MBA’20, associate director, Office of First Year Experience at Boston College; and Kerry Cronin ’87, MA’91, PhD’15, director, Perspectives Program at Boston College. // Morgan Sage Seltzer (they/she) passed away this year. They worked at TJX Companies as a senior software engineer. Morgan was unapologetically themself, repeating “Don’t kill what makes you cringe; kill the part of you that cringes.” Sharp as a tack, Morgan could have a deep conversation with anyone about anything. They loved weaving chain mail, cooking, and gaming. Morgan was an active member of the New England furry community. She is survived by her parents, her brother, and her chosen family.

Marie Hauck graduated from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, with a master of science in higher education administration and policy. She is looking to pursue a role in college student affairs, helping to facilitate meaningful experiences and programs for students to grow and engage with their college community.

Abby Duffy is a second-year student at the University of California–Irvine School of Law. She recently spent the summer as a law clerk through the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association Summer Internship Program. Abby is grateful for the strong academic foundation and critical thinking skills she developed at Boston College, which prepared her well for law school. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle! // Evanthia “Anthoula” Gounalakis completed her undergraduate degree through the Woods College of Advancing Studies in December 2025 and was honored to receive the Rev. Jeremiah O’Connor, S.J., Award for her leadership, community engagement, and service to others. Once unsure she could balance school, work, and family, she found BC’s support made the journey possible. She now works in BC Human Resources and began the MS in leadership program in January. She hopes her experience encourages others!