Fall 1999

Index for Autumn, 1999

Letter from the Alumni Association President
1,300 celebrate Reunion 1999
A special note to all veterans
Volunteers needed for Reunion 2000
Reunion
Club Happenings
Alumni Club Contacts
Tickets now available for Giants vs. Colts game
Alumni Trivia Challenge
Homecoming Weekend '99
Fairfield University to offer MBA courses in Greenwich
Six seniors honored by the Alumni Association
Athletes announced for 1999 Athletic Hall of Fame
Fall Calendar of Events
Alumni Sons and Daughters Breakfast

Letter from the Alumni Association President

Dear Friends,

Welcome to "1073 North Benson" - the place you called home for four special years of your life. In this creative new format, the Alumni Association is pleased to bring Fairfield University to your home address, with news about all that's happening at ours - on 1073 North Benson.

We hope "1073" will give you quick access to upcoming events and important dates, let you enjoy photos of recent alumni events, and plug into news not only about the alumni club nearest you, but activities taking place at other Fairfield clubs across the U.S

As you may have noticed, our highly popular (and always abundant) Class Notes have a new address - in the alumni magazine, Fairfield Now, which was mailed to you last month. We're eager to hear your news, so keep those Class Notes coming.

And in the meantime, we'll continue bringing Fairfield's news to you, straight from "1073 North Benson."

Sincerely, Laura A. Incerto '81 Alumni Association President

The Class of '74 - The first undergraduate coed class - is reunited 25 years later with Rev. George Gallarelli, S.J., its dean of admission, currently a guidance counselor at Prep. Pictured above are class members of the President's Circle: Alice Hayes Gallagher, Kevin Grace, Arthur Franks, Tim Cohane, Megan Jans, Bob Schnurr, Bill Reilly, Rosellen Walsh Schnurr, Jim Quinn, Steve Mednick, Mike O'Rourke, Patti Hoar Moore, Tony Merola, Fr. Gallarelli, Diane Jarmusz, Susan Tomasulo Walker, Mike Booth, Chris Campbell (co-chair), Gary Dittrich (co-chair), and Lisa Schwabe (co-chair).

1,300 celebrate Reunion 1999

Alumni from the classes of 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, & 1994 returned to campus in June for two days of sunshine and celebration.

Fairfield's reunions offer something for everyone - just ask any of the 1,300 individuals who attended this year's Reunion Weekend. Alumni and their families took part in a variety of activities, including the three-mile Fun Run, a campus walking tour, games with the children, the Family Picnic, class cocktail parties and the Bellarmine Gardens Dinner, a reunion Mass, and the Farewell Champagne Brunch.

A special note to all veterans

In the April issue of Alumni News we asked alumni who served in Vietnam to contact us so that an event in their honor might be held in conjunction with the 60s Project taking place this fall on campus.

Based on the excellent response we received to our inquiry, as well as inquiries from veterans of other wars, Homecoming 1999 will include a Mass at 11 a.m. on Sunday, November 7, in the Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola to honor veterans who served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and other conflicts.

If you have not already submitted your name, please contact Alumni Relations at (203) 254-4280 so your name may be included among those we remember at the Mass. In addition, if you know of classmates who died in these wars, we would appreciate knowing their names.

Volunteers needed for Reunion 2000

Did you graduate in 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, or 1995? Would you like to help reunite your old friends and reminisce about your days at Fairfield? If so, we hope you'll consider getting involved in Fairfield's Reunion Giving Program for Reunion 2000.

To serve as a committee member for Reunion 2000, contact Victor D'Ascenzo, associate director for annual giving, at (203) 254-4004 or the Alumni Relations Office at (203) 254-4280.

Reunion 2000 Leadership Workshop to be held October 16

All Reunion 2000 chairs and committee members should plan to attend this year's Reunion Weekend kick-off. Workshop includes continental breakfast and lunch. School of Business, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Left: Members of the Class of '59 reunite for a photo around the gift they made to the University 40 years ago. (l-r): Charlie McCann (class chair), Frank McGowan, Henry Tiska, Paul Fear, Don Larson, Peter Low, Bob Monk '60, Mike James, Bill Lavery, Jim Maher, Mike Mullen, and Larry Lessing.

Above: Alumni from nine classes and their guests enjoy Saturday night cocktails and dinner in the Bellarmine Gardens.

Tanya Penman-Sterling '84 and Leather M. June '84 share photos at Saturday's Family Picnic on the Barone Campus Center grounds.

Honors went to the Class of 1994 for Best Class Attendance. Pictured (l-r): Amanda Cumming, Virginia Staron, and Timothy McCarthy.

A stop on the Campus Walking Tour led by Rev. Joseph MacDonnell, S.J.

Baltimore/Washington, D.C.
Take 'em out to the ball game

On June 6, Fairfield alumni in the D.C. area gathered at the MCI Center to watch the WNBA Washington Mystics take on the New York Liberty. Club members also enjoyed the 2nd annual "Fairfield Night at the Ballpark" at Camden Yards where they cheered on the Baltimore Orioles on August 31. Thanks to club president Peter Costello '84 for organizing both events.

July's Third Thursday Floating Naut was held at the Rock Restaurant and Bar in Washington, D.C. Members of Georgetown University's alumni club were also there to share in the festivities.

Save the Date

• Don't miss the Stags take on the Georgetown Hoyas on October 30. Pre-game tailgate party starts at 10:30 a.m. Kick-off is at noon.

Boston
Second annual Boston tee party

More than 100 alumni and friends participated in the 2nd Annual Greater Boston Fairfield University Alumni Golf Outing at Juniper Hills Golf Course in Northborough on May 8. Thanks to Brendan Downey '92 and Martin MacDonnell '89, co-presidents of the Boston Club, for organizing the event.

The annual "Walk on Water" cruise set sail on June 17. Fairfield alumni enjoyed the fun-filled evening on the Boston Harbor, along with alumni from 15 other colleges and universities.

Save the Date

• On October 16, watch the Stags play the Holy Cross Crusaders. Join the pre-game tailgate party. Kick-off is at 1 p.m.
• The Fairfield University Glee Club will perform at the Urban Center on November 20.

Fairfield County
New co-president for Fairfield club

Kimberly Holmes '99 has been named co-president of the Fairfield County alumni club, sharing the responsibility with Jeff Wacker '93.

Save the Date

• On September 23 at 5:30 p.m., meet for Guest Bartender Night at the Fairfield University Club at the Landmark Club in Stamford.
• The Fairfield University Club will also hold Happy Hours on October 1, November 5, and December 3 at 5:30 p.m.
• The women's basketball team will host the Fairfield Warner's Classic on November 26 & 27.
• Don't miss this year's Glee Club Christmas concert on December 3 in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. (Co-sponsored by the Fairfield County and New Haven Clubs.)

Hartford
Club social

• The Fairfield University Club of Hartford will host a social at the Hartford Club on October 21, starting at 5 p.m.

New Haven
Volunteers benefit Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital
Steve Diaz '76 and Dave Vegliante '83 have been named co-presidents of the New Haven club.

On May 20, Fairfield alumni met at the Rusty Scupper Restaurant in New Haven to reminisce about their college years and plan club events.

Special thanks to Dave Vegliante and Steve Festa '84, who helped organize volunteers for a 5k race held June 6 to benefit Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital. More than 25 alumni, friends, and family members assisted in making the event a success.

New Jersey and Philadelphia
Thanks Chris; welcome Chris
A big thank you to Christine Hallowell '93 for serving as president of the New Jersey Club these past two years. Christine, we truly appreciate your dedication. Christopher Steger '92 has been named the new president of the club.

Chris welcomes any help from alumni, so give him a call if you have any ideas or would like to assist with an event.

Thanks to the combined efforts of Chris Steger and Jeanne Beckham '92, president of the Philadelphia club, over 30 area alumni and friends came together on August 15 to watch the Trenton Thunder play the Reading Phillies.

New York
New club president
Greg Desmond '93 has stepped down as president of the New York City club. Greg, thanks for all your help and a job well done these past two years.

Welcome to Jennifer Abate '94, who has been named the new president and hopes you will contact her if you have ideas for the club or would like to help plan events.

San Francisco
Planning for the future
Gary Ramoso '94, club president, and Theresa DeMaria '93, vice president, are beginning to plan events for late fall. If you have ideas for the club, or would like to plan or participate in future events, don't hesitate to call.

South Florida
Sunshine, friends, good food and fond memories
The South Florida club held its first Annual Dinner Club Classic on May 8 at the Trattoria Romana Restaurant in Boca Raton. Fourteen alumni and friends shared a great evening of fine food and fond memories.

Thank you to all of those alumni who hosted freshman send-offs this summer!

Alumni Club Contacts
If you'd like to get involved with any of the alumni clubs or need more information about upcoming events, here is who to contact:

Tickets now available for Giants vs. Colts game & tailgate reception Nov. 14

Don't miss this annual event! Once again, Alumni Relations invites you to watch the 1 p.m. game at Giants Stadium and enjoy a private Fairfield University tailgate reception and brunch. The reception will start at 11 a.m., hosted by Gary Marzolla '71 of Bankers Trust Private Banking.

The game tickets with pre-game tailgate reception are available for $50 per person. Food and beverages are included in the ticket price. Tickets are limited, so call the Alumni Relations Office at (203) 254-4280. A credit card is required to purchase tickets. Maximum two tickets per person. Tickets are non-refundable.

Alumni Trivia Challenge
Test your knowledge

1. How much did Fairfield University students pay for a full year's tuition in 1950?
2. In 1960, tickets for the Dogwood Festival's Friday night dance and Saturday night dinner and concert cost $12.50. What could you get for an additional $3.00?
3. Which senior class yearbook (The Manor) had no page numbers, and apart from the graduates' names, is entirely wordless?
4. In what year did Fr. Kelley begin his presidency at Fairfield University?
5. In 1993, a prestigious academic honor society invited Fairfield to establish a chapter. Name the society.

Send your answers to the Editor by November 30. If you are among the first three to get all five correct, we'll send you a Fairfield University tee-shirt. Answers next issue.

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Friday, November 5

6:30 p.m. 18th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner, Oak Room, Barone Campus Center.

Saturday, November 6

Starting at 10 a.m. Alumni Admission Workshop

Pre-game tailgate party
Children's activities

Tickets are required for the tailgate party and game, and are available from the Athletic Ticket Office at (203) 254-4103.

1 p.m. Kickoff - Fairfield Stags vs. Marist Red Foxes

Post-Game reception at The Levee with the coaches immediately following the game

7:30 p.m. Battle of the Student and Alumni Bands, Oak Room, Barone Campus Center. $5.00 cover charge for alumni. Cash bar.

Sunday, November 7

11 a.m. Veterans Mass in Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola, to honor alumni and all veterans who served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and other conflicts.

Also during Homecoming weekend:

• Women's MAAC soccer championship
• Volleyball vs. UConn and Princeton

Fairfield University to offer MBA courses in Greenwich

The School of Business will begin offering graduate courses for its MBA and MS in Financial Management program in Greenwich, Conn., this fall. The courses will be offered at 25 Valley Road, in a classroom facility of Greenwich Hospital. Fairfield offers concentrations for the MBA in accounting, finance, human resource management, information technology, international business, marketing, and taxation. Questions about the programs may be directed to Cynthia Chegwidden, graduate programs director, at (203) 254-4070.

Six seniors honored by the Alumni Association

The Alumni Association honored six seniors for their leadership, community service, and commitment to the Jesuit ideal at the annual Student Awards Dinner on April 19.

Back row (l-r): Aileen Ryder (William J. Kramer '60 Humanitarian Award); Christine Kelleher (St. Ignatius Loyola Medalist); Laura A. Incerto '81, Alumni Association President; Rev. Aloysius P. Kelley, S. J., University President.
Front Row (l-r): Michael Franz, Kimberly Holmes, Mary Conk, and Brian Mello. All four received Student Achievement Awards.

Photo by Kevin Wolfthal

Athletes announced for 1999 Athletic Hall of Fame

The Alumni Association will celebrate excellence in athletics at the 18th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame dinner on Friday, November 5 (Homecoming weekend). For tickets, contact the Alumni Relations Office at (203) 254-4280.

Janet Kendall Douaire '86 - field hockey

Janet ranks as the school's all-time leading scorer for field hockey, with a total of 38 goals and 13 assists. She made an impact in her very first season, scoring a school record of 20 points with 13 goals and seven assists. Even with a knee injury in her final season, Janet's point total ranked her second on the team.

Janet lives in Wilmette, Ill. with her husband, Daniel, and their four children: Danny, Kevin, Kendall and Sean.

Kathleen Ann Heller '91 - swimming

Kathleen (Kate) finished her swimming career at Fairfield as a two-time captain and holder of six records. She is a former record holder in the 200 butterfly, the 100 individual medley, and the 400 individual medley. She was also a member of the team that held the school relay records in the 400 medley, the 400 freestyle, and the 800 freestyle.

Kate lives in Rye, NY, and has a daughter, Kelly Elizabeth. Kate is an RN at White Plains Hospital.

Michael Gerard McCann '94 - tennis

Mike played number one singles and doubles all four years, and was captain of the team for the last three. In total, he compiled a 53-30 record in singles and a 44-26 mark in doubles. As a sophomore, Mike helped lead Fairfield to its first MAAC men's tennis championship, where he won MVP honors. He was also the first player to participate in the Rolex Northeast Intercollegiate Championships. In 1994, he received the first Arthur Ashe Award and the Alumni Award for Male Athlete of the Year.

Michael lives in New Canaan, Conn., and is a sales specialist for IBM in Hamden.

William W. Mraz '73 - lacrosse

Will was one of the founding members of the lacrosse team at Fairfield in 1973 when he led the team that season by scoring 19 goals. He also actively demonstrated his athletic versatility by playing almost every position. In addition to lacrosse, Will also was a four-year starter for the club football team.

Will lives in Fairfield with his wife, Shane, and their daughters Hanna and Tess. He is vice president for development with GRS Group, Inc. in Milford.

Patrick Stephen Yerina '86 - basketball

In 1986, Pat led the Stags to a first-ever appearance in the NCAA. He was named to the MAAC all-tournament team and received Player of the Week honors twice. Pat ranks as the 12th all-time leading scorer, 11th all-time leading rebounder, seventh all-time leader for field goal percentage, and second all-time in games played.

Pat lives in Trumbull, Conn., with his wife, Beth, and their sons Ryan and Michael. He is a school teacher in Stratford.

For ticket information and additional details, call the Alumni Relations Office at (203) 254-4280.

Sports schedules and information available at www.fairfieldstags.com

Alumni Sons and Daughters Breakfast

On May 23, the morning of Commencement, nearly 100 graduating seniors, alumni parents, family members, and friends attended the 1999 Sons and Daughters Breakfast, sponsored by the Alumni Association and held in the Faculty Dining Room.

Pictured in photo: Carl, Jr. '70 and Gregg Maleri; Harold '71 and Rachel Borek; Michael '59 and Mark Mullen; Peggy (Mahoney) '75 and David Marceau; Charles '70 and Maura Conley; Margaret M.A.'77 and Maressa LaTorraca; Kathy (Gleason) M.A. '71 and John Madzula; Wayne '64 and Katie LaBore; Lynn (Gorsuch) M.A. '72 and Kelly Kussner; Victor '73 and Wendy Fraulo; Gerard '71 and Kristen Donohue; Ralph '61 and David Okenquist; Gerard '67 and Patrick Egan; Lee '61 and Lindsey Williams; and Bill '67 and Kathleen Mazzara.

 

1073 North Benson is published three times a year by Fairfield University for its alumni. Letters to the editor, address changes and correspondence should be sent to the editorial offices:

1073 North Benson
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Editor
Jill Kasiewicz

Editorial Board
Douglas Whiting
Associate Vice President for Public Relations

Barbara D. Kiernan MA '90
Director of Publications

Janet Canepa '82
Director of Alumni Relations

Marshall Richards '83
Associate Director of Alumni Relations

Nicholas Segretario '99
Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

Design & Production
Nancy (Gelston) Dobos '91