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After I graduated the first time I enlisted in the US Air Force. With bad eyesight I couldn't be a flying officer, and there were not many non-flying officers spots open. With the Vietnam War still raging and having a low draft number, I had to beat the draft the hard way, by enlisting in the Air Force. After I graduated basic training I was sent to England Air Force Base in Alexandria, and spent over 2 very long years there. In 1974 I was sent overseas to Andersen Air Force Base on Guam and was there until I was sent home and separated from active duty in March 1975. When I had separated, I was a sergeant E-4. Since 1975, I have been active in my local American Legion Post and the local fire department.

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Norman Jardine,  CPA. SJC BA 1969.  MBA 1973

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Norman Jardine,  CPA. SJC BA 1969.  MBA 1973

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Am active with American Legion. Will be singing National Anthem Nov 1 at Monsignor Scanlan reunion, Nov 6 at St. John's veterans ceremony, Nov 8 Power Memorial Academy alumni hall of fame induction ceremony and Nov 11 veterans ceremonies villages of Williston Park and East Williston

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I am a disabled Veteran and served 1959 to 1961; I was drafted while attending St. Johns, Jamaica Campus.

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James Tyndall - Father, Veteran, SJU Alumnus 

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James Tyndall - Father, Veteran, SJU Alumnus 

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I enlisted in the US Navy Seabees after graduating from High School in 1972. After eight weeks of Basic Training in San Diego, CA I was sent to Port Hueneme, CA for Builder “A” School. Upon graduation in 1973 I was assigned to a Mobile Battalion in Rhode Island. Mobile was an understatement ! In addition to Rhode Island I served in Guam supporting an Air Force unit while the Viet Nam War wound down. After that duty I was transferred to Gulfport MS where we trained and provided relief to the civilian communities damaged by floods from tropical storms. After that it was on to Rota Spain to build new housing for Officers and Enlisted men. Upon return to Gulfport I was looking at something jokingly referred to a CIVLANFLEET. It meant I was looking toward becoming a Civilian in the Atlantic “fleet”. In May I was honorably discharged and in September I began my studies at SJU. I graduated in 1978 and for the next 3+ decades I worked in IT until retirement a few years ago. I think fondly of my time at SJU and how it shaped the person I am today. Incidentally I recently became a member of a local St. Vincent DePaul Society and will be part of a dedicated group ministering to the poor.

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OK, American Legion Let me tell you a true story

Nov 1969, I had just returned from Vietnam. Only decent clothes for Mass were my Class A’s of course with medals etc.

Wife’s uncle invited me to goi to the Am Leg in Vincennes IN afterward. He was a Combat Engineer Bridge of Remagen time frame. Doubt if that means anything to you and your committee.

I was a Captain Medical Officer with te Airborne Infantry…no small feat

To a man they asked me to leave “…we don’t want any of you guys in here”  (Vietnam vets)

Hard sting, I didn’t forget and never got over

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US Army 2001-2014

Stationed in Germany, North Carolina, and Alaska to name a few places while also serving in multiple conflicts in both Iraq and Afghanistan while on Active Duty

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St. John’s Army ROTC commissioned in 2016. Graduated with a BA from SJC.

Current active duty Captain (7.5 years serving). Assigned to work in the National Capital Region.

Previously stationed - chronologically - at Fort Sill, Fort Carson, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Fort Campbell.

Twice deployed: Europe & SOCCENT

Full Bio attached. Go Johnnies! Army Strong!

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USN USS ATKA , AGB3

THULE, GREENLAND

PETTY OFFICER 1ST CLASS

DISCHARGED 1955

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Donagh McDonaugh,58BBA65JD  served in the US Army.Trained at INDIAN TOWN GAP  Military Reservation with the 5th INFANTRY.Served overseas during Korean war. Served from 52/54.Attended St,John;s under graduate;  under the Korean War G.I.Bill . THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE.

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Donagh McDonaugh,58BBA65JD  served in the US Army.Trained at INDIAN TOWN GAP  Military Reservation with the 5th INFANTRY.Served overseas during Korean war. Served from 52/54.Attended St,John;s under graduate;  under the Korean War G.I.Bill . THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE.

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Joanne Bollhofer-White, Maj(Ret), USAF 1991-2011

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Joanne Bollhofer-White, Maj(Ret), USAF 1991-2011

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Served as a pharmacist in the USAF in a variety of settings. Was part of the team that transitioned a small clinic at McGuire AFB to a hospital on Ft Dix. Remodeled three pharmacies to enable staff to better serve patients. Was part of 6 successful Joint Commission surveys with ZERO findings.

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2009 ROTC Scholarship Graduate
Served 2009 to Present (2023)
Branched Adjutant General.
Now serving in the JAG Corps.

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MBA 1978
US Navy
1969-1970

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Francis (Jack) Guasta CBA '66, MBA '74, US Army Spec 5, 1966-1968

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Francis (Jack) Guasta CBA '66, MBA '74, US Army Spec 5, 1966-1968

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Married 56 years to Phyllis (Clemente) Guasta, 2 children and 2 grandboys. Retired as CFO with Maclean Hunter Publishing Co. Living in Naperville IL, working part time at golf course and playing as much as possible.

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Philip C. Falzarano,84 College of Pharmacy

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Philip C. Falzarano,84 College of Pharmacy

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Served in The United States Navy HM2
Admiral Joel T. Boone Clinic Naval Amp Base
Little Creek VA.

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Infantry Platoon Leader, Recon Platoon Leader, First Lieutenant, B1/506 Infantry, 101st Airborne Division 1968-1969 Vietnam.

Wounded during firefight in the Ashau Valley along with five others, near Hamburger Hill, June 4th, 1969, RPG (Rocket Propelled Grenade).

Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal with V Device, Air Medal.

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Patrick J Attridge. C ‘ 51
Army 1st Lt. Combat Infantry Platoon Leader; was wounded while engaged in combat action while serving in Korea; awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart as well as various operational decorations. Retired from active duty due to combat incurred disabilities

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SSG Timothy Turane, US Army OIF/OEF Noble Eagle

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SSG Timothy Turane, US Army OIF/OEF Noble Eagle

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St. John's University College of Professional Studies. SJU helped enhance my background and opened doors to independent success.

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Four years after returning from Vietnam graduated St Johns Feb of 1972. Computer science major with four years as a New York State Trooper on Long Island. The good Lord was with me then and 50 years later.

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Philip R. LoSchiavo, Army, Colonel, St John's College

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St. John's class of 1966.
US Army veteran - Sept. 1967 - Sept. 1969.
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
Rank at discharge : E5 .

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Joseph P Heffernan
USN 1954-1957
USS Shangri-la CVA 38
1963 UC 1967 L

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Francis Miley, St. JOHN'S ALUMNI AND USN VETERAN

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Francis Miley, St. JOHN'S ALUMNI AND USN VETERAN

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Enlisted in the USN March 1962 and served until June 1966. I graduated St. John's in June 1972 from CBA. I was an Aviation Electronic Technician 3rd Class, serving in a Navy transport squadron after boot camp and electronic school. I was a flight crew member flying as a radio operator and repairing radio and navigation equipment when required.

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Richard J. Collins, '72 GEd
U.S. Army
Sgt E-5
1969-70
Vietnam
Combat Infantryman Badge
Purple Heart

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Class 1967-1970, 1974-1976
USN 1970 - 1974, SK3
Basic Training: San Diego, CA.
Served: Subase Pearl Harbor, HI., Guam, USS Hunley AS-31, Bremerton WA., South Carolina
VIET NAM VET

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Matthew John Hammill, MBA 1970
Captain USAF 1963-1968
Viet Veteran
Cam Ranh Bay 1965-1966

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Served From 1981-1985. Air Force. Airman 1st class. Bergstrom AFB, Texas. Chanute AFB, Illinois.

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Mario Prinzivalli ‘62CBA - Korean War Veteran - 1930-2002

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SSGT, Motor Sgt., 5thBn, 51st FA, 4th I D, 8" S P Howitzers, '69 - '75. Served stateside training mechanics followed by Battery Motor Sgt.

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US Army and currently serving as a logistician for the past 10 years.

Stationed at Fort Bragg, NC; deployment to Iraq; Fort Drum, NY; Germany; Chicago; Fort Leavenworth, KS.

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Served in USCG from 1978-1984, E-5 Port Security Rate. Served with Port Authority PD from 1980-1986. Served with Federal Bureau of Investigation from 1986 and retired as a Unit Chief in 2012. Worked as a Title-IX Investigator at the University of Virginia from 2012-2020.

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COL James M. Browne, 1975C. Served in US Army Military Intelligence  from 1975-2005.  Served in Germany, Panama, Alaska, Hawaii, Kosovo and the Washington D.C. area.  Currently reside in Philadelphia, PA.

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COL James M. Browne, 1975C. Served in US Army Military Intelligence  from 1975-2005.  Served in Germany, Panama, Alaska, Hawaii, Kosovo and the Washington D.C. area.  Currently reside in Philadelphia, PA.

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COL James M. Browne, 75C

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CPT Rebecca Monaco, Undergrad CPS 2015, Graduate School CPS 2022

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CPT Rebecca Monaco, Undergrad CPS 2015, Graduate School CPS 2022

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Served as an active duty army military intelligence officer at Fort Bragg NC with the 82nd Airborne Division. Deployed with Special Operations Command to Afghanistan as a Cultural Support Team officer attached to 75th Ranger Regiment. Currently a Civil Affairs officer in the Army Reserves with the 440th Civil Affairs Battalion in Colorado

Earned combat action badge, joint commendation badge with combat device, parachutist wings, army commendation medal, Afghanistan campaign ribbon, NATO medal

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Joined the Marines in July of 2002 right out of St John’s Prep high school and honorably discharged in November of 2010.
Served as a Data Communications Chief and Marine Security Guard allowing me to be stationed in places like Japan, Bangladesh, Russia, Mexico, and Hawaii. Also being deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.

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Robert j boswell jr class of 1956 ; captain in the us army medical corps 1966-1967. Served at fort momouth, nj. Retired from private practice 2015.

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Robert j boswell jr class of 1956 ; captain in the us army medical corps 1966-1967. Served at fort momouth, nj. Retired from private practice 2015.

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S/Sgt Eden K. P. Eng
Class of 1978, Queens, MBA
USAF 1967-1971 (active),
U.S.A. & S.E. Asia bases,
Numerous major Commendations;
Retired from F.D.N.Y. Sub-Contractor,
Banking plus other positions.

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SPC. Emmanuel Abreu, U.S Army, B.S SJU ‘2021 3rd Calvary Regiment Ft. Hood, Texas 2013-2017

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SPC. Emmanuel Abreu, U.S Army, B.S SJU ‘2021 3rd Calvary Regiment Ft. Hood, Texas 2013-2017

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It has been an honor for me to serve the country that has given me and my family everything. Although I wasn’t born in this country I felt as though it was my duty to give back to the people that have given it all for me. I was stationed logistics specialist in the 3rd Calvary motor pool providing supply and equipment as well as ammunition for comrades. I deployed to Afghanistan in early 2014. This was 3 months after getting to my duty station as my unit was a readily deployable unit.

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Lentz served as a Sergeant in the armed forces of the United States Marine Corps, where he received a Presidential unit citation and the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary medal for his honorable overseas service during Operation Enduring Freedom / Iraqi Freedom. While serving as a member of the Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defense (NBCD) Team, in support of 1st Marine Expeditionary Forces, Lentz was a vital asset to a NBCD Team responsible for the decontamination of over 4,500 personnel in the event of a NBC attack. He distinguished himself from his peers by excelling in all aspects of NBC Personnel Decontamination, constructing over fifty Mobile Personnel Decontamination Sites to train personnel and participated in multiple joint exercises. Upon completing his Bachelors degree in Communications and Business at St. John's University, Lentz completed his Masters Degree in Public Health & Emergency Management and a Masters of Science in Biotechnology. Lentz was inducted as a member of the New York Academy of Medicine for his work in advancing the field of public health.

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Stephen H. Schuster, SR. Captain USNR-Retired, Class of 1961, BA Degree, 29 years of service, active and reserve duty.  Residing in Sag Harbor, NY.

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Stephen H. Schuster, SR. Captain USNR-Retired, Class of 1961, BA Degree, 29 years of service, active and reserve duty.  Residing in Sag Harbor, NY.

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BA

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Lt Col Edward M Wystepek, USAF, Retired
BA-1967, MA-1969
Graduate OTS 5/69 San Antonio, Texas; 8/69 Weapons Controller, 21st NORAD Region, Syracuse, NY; 8/70 Master Weapons Controller and Instructor, Ubon, RTAFB, Thailand; 3/72 Photo/Radar Analyst, Offutt AFB, Nebraska; 5/74 Chief of Standardization/Evaluation, HQ 152nd Tactical Control Group, NYANG, Syracuse, NY; Awarded Bronze Star and Meritorious Service Medals. Also was awarded Presidential Unit Award and Outstanding Unit Award with a V for Valor and 3 Oak Leaf clusters.

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2010 ROTC Graduate, served 2010-2019. Branched Armor, transferred to Civil Affairs.

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Retired USN Intel officer and Business School professor. Proud to be among SJU veterans.

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Served in U.S. Navy
HM2
Naval Dispensary, Subic Bay, Philippines
Retired from CIA 2005

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Class of 1984, St John's College
Army ROTC 4 Year scholarship. US Army Ordnance Corps. 22nd Area Support Group, Caserme Ederle, Vicenza, Italy then 1st Support Battalion Assistant S2/S2, 8th Infantry Division (Mech), Mainz-Gonsenheim, FRG

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Colonel Jim Bartolotto, U.S. Marine Corps, BA '88 (SJC), JD '91 (Law)

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Colonel Jim Bartolotto, U.S. Marine Corps, BA '88 (SJC), JD '91 (Law)

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It's been my honor to serve in the Marine Corps on active duty and in the reserves since 1989 as a judge advocate. I'm still proudly serving in the reserves and will do so until July 2022 when I retire after nearly 33 years commissioned service. I am currently serving as the Reserve Chief Defense Counsel of the Marine Corps. I have also served as an Appellate Judge for the U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals, Military Deputy Counsel to the Commandant, Branch Head, Military Trial Judge, Senior Defense Counsel, Prosecutor, and Legal Assistance Officer OIC. It has also been an honor to be a double alum of St. John's University.  The solid foundations formed at St. John's played a large part in helping me greatly in my Marine Corps and Department of Justice legal careers and for that I owe St. John's a debt of gratitude.  I thank all of you for your service to our country and our alma mater.  Let's go Red Storm!

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Joseph G Meighan, '60 BBA,'67 MBA            US Army, Military Police,310th MP BN '60-'66 Service Years                                 Fort Dix, NJ , Fort Gordon, GA,                      Fort Bragg, NC.                                

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Joseph G Meighan, '60 BBA,'67 MBA            US Army, Military Police,310th MP BN '60-'66 Service Years                                 Fort Dix, NJ , Fort Gordon, GA,                      Fort Bragg, NC.                                

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Enlisted in 1964 and served thru 1967. Basic training at Fort Gordon and Fort Jackson, and post training at Fort Dix.  On the last boat transport to Korea in April-May 1965 on the SS Gaffey.  Served at ASCOM City, Inchon, Korea, promoted to E-4 and in June 1966 sent to Fort Rucker Army Aviation Center, AL, promoted to E-5 and served in the Secretary General Services Office as enlisted  aide to Major Gen. Delk Oden.  Awarded Army Commendation Medal October 15, 1967. Continues to serve at St. John's University as Vice-President for Community Relations.

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72 CBA, 1st 4 year ROTC class at SJU.  Served 20 years active duty. 2/503 Airborne Infantry, 1/17 Air Cavalry, 501st Combat Aviation Battalion. Scout and Attack helicopter pilot, Instructor pilot, maintenance test pilot. Master Army Aviator. Major command staff officer in Korea and US. Retired in 93 - great career choice. Thankful for the great ROTC instructors that provided guidance and insight.

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CBA 1969.  U.S. Army 1969-1971. Served in Vietnam with the 1/506th, 101st Airborne Division as a Recon team leader. I thank all veterans for your service.

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US Army veteran--trained at Fort Jackson, S Carolina and Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio,TX.  Served in the hospital laboratory at Fort Monmouth, NJ  and ran the medical lab at Seneca Army Depot, Romulus NY.  Served from 1971-1974, obtaining the rank of Spec5.

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Ruben Cardoso  Class of 1997 St. Vincent’s College USN Petty Officer 3rd Class. EO3 

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Ruben Cardoso  Class of 1997 St. Vincent’s College USN Petty Officer 3rd Class. EO3 

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United States Navy. 2003 Great Lakes RTC Chicago. ABF onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN-71  2005 “A” School at Pensacola,FL. Aviation Structural Mechanic
2005-2007 VFA-103 Jolly Rogers   Attached to CAG-7 USS Dwight D. Eisenhower CVN-69. 2006-2007 Deployment.
2007 BASIC Training Seabees Equipment Operator Fort Leonardwood MS. 2007-2011 NMCB-21

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Graduate, USMA. Served in the Army, 1961-1982. Awarded the Silver Star in Vietnam. Served overseas in Vietnam, Korea, and Germany. Instructor, ROTC, SJU. Retired in San Francisco, California

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Captain Michael Monteverdi, class of 93, ROTC

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Captain Michael Monteverdi, class of 93, ROTC

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Signal Corp, US Army
Fort Gordan, Augusta, Ga
Camp Castle, DMZ South Korea, 2ID
Fort Drum, NY, 10th Mountain Division

Out side of my wife, best decision in my life joining. Would not have traded it for anything.

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‘78 (NDC)
USN Seabees 1972-1975 (MCB1) (BUCN)
Port Hueneme, CA
Guam
Rota, Spain
Gulfport, MS

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David Galasso; graduated from St. John’s College in 1994 after serving four years in the United States Army. Attended Basic training at Ft. Benning, GA before being assigned to the 101st Airborne Division at Ft. Campbell in Kentucky. I was able to attend St. John’s University on the GI Bill and with the help of some student loans and generous grants from the University. Many thanks to all of my St. John’s friends and faculty for your support and guidance.

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David Galasso; graduated from St. John’s College in 1994 after serving four years in the United States Army. Attended Basic training at Ft. Benning, GA before being assigned to the 101st Airborne Division at Ft. Campbell in Kentucky. I was able to attend St. John’s University on the GI Bill and with the help of some student loans and generous grants from the University. Many thanks to all of my St. John’s friends and faculty for your support and guidance.

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Served in four branches of the US Armed Forces & the New Jersey National Guard:

Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine

USAFSS Yale University IFEL
USAFSS 6987th  SECURITY SQ
USAFSS 6924th  SECURITY SQ
USNR 3-12th  NAVAL SECURITY GROUP
USAR 11th  SPECIAL FORCES GROUP ABN
USMCR Co "G" 2nd BN 25th 4thMarDiv
NJNG 3/113th  M INF

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LtCol Tom Sullivan USMC (Ret)  BA ‘61

Served 22 years active service in the Marine Corps; 13 months in Vietnam 67-68  as Captain in 1st Marine Division & III MAF. Bronze Star, Navy Commendation Medal,  & Meritorious Service Medal. Active in American Legion and the Marine Corps League in Huntersville, NC.  Go St. John’s!

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Participated in ROTC while at St. John's. Served on Active Duty with the Army from '05-'16 and currently in the Reserves since then. Go Red Storm!

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1963 (UC). 1967 (Law)
USN 1954-1957
USS Shangra La (CVA 38)

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SJU ROTC commission US Army. Thank you to all those I had the honor of becoming friends with in ROTC and the years following in and after the Army. Red Storm!

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We honor and remember First Deputy Fire Commissioner William Feehan, who lost his life during the 9/11 attacks. He held every rank within the FDNY. Served with the U.S. Army Korea during the Korean War. Decorated with Combat Infantry Badge, Korean Service Medal, UN Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal.

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Class of 92
US Army
2006-2019
Afghanistan (OEF)
Combat Infantryman Badge
Army Commendation  Medal
Good Conduct Medal

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John C Cerar USN 1965-69 BA ED71 served in VietNam 68-69 awarded Combat Action Ribbon. Ret Dep Insp NYPD 1999 with 26 yrs of Service.

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Col Jim McGinty USMC (Ret) BBA '64, MBA '66 , Hon PHD '84.
Served as a Lieutenant with First Marines  in Viet Nam ' 67-68. Remained active in Marine Reserve for over 20 years. Served on the Board of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation 2013 -2019. Chair of St John's Semper Fi Scholarship Fund.

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U.S. Army Veteran - Served in Vietnam. Awarded the Purple Heart and the Army Commendation Medal for Valor. Serves in ministry of the poor. Thank you for your continued service.

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Lt. Commander Donelson Thevenin - Priest from the Diocese of Brooklyn who is an active duty U.S. Navy Chaplain. Commissioned by the Navy in 2001. Currently serving in Washington State. Thank you for your service.

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Greenwich Police Department - Detective - Served more than 6 years with the U.S. Army, including tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Thank you for your service.