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In Loving Memory

Fred Turk passed away on April 23, 2026. He was a former St. John's Men's Basketball player, a recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Award and President’s Medal.

https://www.edgleycremationservices.com/obituary/frederick-joseph-turk/

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Attorney and Podcaster Daniel Wiig (SJU 2006) Joins ‘Attorney at Work’ Podcast Network with NYCLA’s ‘Amicus Curiae’

Attorney at Work, the award-winning platform for law practice tips and industry news, and the Legal Broadcasting Company (LBC), a growing resource for legally related podcasts, are proud to announce that attorney Daniel K. Wiig and the New York County Lawyers Association (NYCLA) podcast “Amicus Curiae—Candidly Speaking,” has joined the new legal podcasting network.

Amicus Curiae has hosted legal industry leaders from Cyrus Vance to Alan Dershowitz, and included judges, legal journalists, politicians and legal industry critics, and Wiig and the NYCLA are making the podcast available on Attorney at Work and LBC. The show will continue its existing presence at NYCLA, where he has grown his audience to thousands of listeners over the past five years.

New Yorker Goes National

“We couldn’t be happier to be joining our legal colleagues at Attorney at Work and the Legal Broadcasting Company,” Wiig said. “Our podcast guests have often urged me to seek a national platform for our collaborations, and now we have arrived at AAW, whose listenership and readership is national and will extend the reach of “Amicus Curiae” immensely.”

Wiig’s new colleagues were similarly enthusiastic.

“Daniel is a legal podcast ‘rock star’, with engaging topics that he approaches with intelligence, ferocity, and curiosity,” said Evan Dicharry, executive producer of the Legal Broadcasting Company. “He has an instinctive feel for what makes a good interview, and show after show, connects legal issues to the world at large. He’s popular not only with lawyers, but with anyone interested in how the law interacts with the broader world of news, politics, and culture.

“I know he’ll be a superb addition to LBC’s network of podcasters.”

Man of Many Legal Talents

Wiig, an attorney and educator with extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation, has represented both public and private clients across a broad range of complex matters. In addition to his practice, he designed and taught the first-of-its-kind course on litigation in New York’s Commercial Division, combining practical simulation with real-world legal strategy. He is Associate General Counsel for the City University of New York—one of American’s most prestigious public academic systems.

Wiig created “Amicus Curiae: Candidly Speaking,” with NYCLA, kicking off the series in April 2021, and dropping a new show every 2-4 weeks ever since.  The podcast series’ distinctive “edutainment” format makes complex legal topics accessible and engaging. The series has been included on MillionPodcasts.com Top 100 Lawyer Podcast List and Top 40 Bar Association Podcast List.

Wiig has also served in key positions across legal and cultural organizations, where he focused on strengthening institutions, fostering collaboration, and advancing mission-driven work. Among these include serving as Chair of the New York State Bar Association Commercial and Federal Litigation Section, Co-Chair of the New York County Lawyers’ Association Young Lawyers’ Section, Chair of Audience Engagement for Musica Sacra of NYC, Inc. and Chair of the New York City Bar Association In-House Counsel Committee.

Honors Abound

Wiig was honored with the 2025 New York County Lawyers’ Association Presidents’ Medal, designated as a Marquis Who’s Who in America and a Who’s Who Humanitarian, and has been named a Fellow of the New York Bar Foundation.

He earned his law degree from Brooklyn Law School, an MBA from Fordham University, and a B.S. from St. John’s University. He lives in the New York metropolitan area.

About New York County Lawyers Association

The New York County Lawyers Association (www.nycla.org) was founded in 1908 as one of the first major bar associations in the country that admitted members without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or gender. Since its inception, it has pioneered some of the most far-reaching and tangible reforms in American jurisprudence and has continuously played an active role in legal developments and public policy.

About the Legal Broadcasting Company

Launched in February 2026 by Attorney at Work, Jared Correia (Red Cave Legal Consulting) and veteran producer Evan Dicharry, Legal Broadcasting Company is a premier podcasting network and media production house built specifically for legal professionals and the audiences they serve. The company is driven by:

Making content creation easier for busy professionals

Raising the standard for legal media

Elevating rising stars and undiscovered voices

Connecting practicing lawyers, law firms and legal innovators and brands with audiences in authentic ways

“Our goal at LBC is to create smart, meaningful, and professional-grade podcasts for the legal community and to build a network of both new and existing shows that is widely accessible to lawyers and those they serve,” says Dicharry.

About Attorney at Work: ‘One Really Good Idea Every Day’

Attorney at Work’s contributors and editors “truly fulfill the promise of their slogan: ‘One really good idea every day for enterprising lawyers,” according to the ABA Journal’s Blawg 100 Hall of Fame.” The website publishes law practice tips written by an impressive community of legal industry experts and practicing lawyers, focused on law practice management, leadership, technology, modern marketing and business development, and a critical dose of humor alongside health and wellness guidance.

“We built Attorney at Work to be a place where individual lawyers and legal teams could find the information and inspiration to create thriving careers and businesses — whether as a part of a large organization, as a solo or small firm owner, or a business professional working alongside lawyers. I’m proud to say that since 2011, our contributors — hundreds of industry experts, thought leaders and award-winning writers — have been delivering on that promise.

“Working with our Legal Broadcasting Company partners to create a network of high-quality podcasts that can amplify our contributors’ voices is a natural next step for Attorney at Work.”

Listen to Amicus Curiae on Legal Broadcasting Company.

To learn more about Legal Broadcasting Company, visit www.legalbroadcasting.com.

To subscribe to the free Attorney at Work newsletters, visit www.attorneyatwork.com.

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60th Wedding Anniversary-1 April 1966 ("April Fools Day")+ 1 April 2026

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St.Johons University - M B A in Business Administration 26 May 1976 

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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of my public relations agency, Alan Miller Public Relations.  In that time, I have worked with a wide variety of clients and have done PR for everything from circuses to Olympic fencers, Rock & Roll Hall of Famers to monster trucks, beloved children's characters to children's museums, local political campaigns to art exhibitions, and so much more. I'm grateful to Dr. Deborah Greh and my other professors at the St. John's Staten Island campus for the strong foundations and encouragement they provided, which enabled me to embark on my career in the field of Communications.  I still reside in Staten Island with my wife, Ginger, and our son, Alexander.

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Retired after 41 years with NYS - Pharmacist at Pilgrim State Hospital, Inspector with Board of Pharmacy, Investigator with the Office of Professions, and Consultant with Medicaid. Married - two sons - one grandson. Still living on Long Island.

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McCallen Society Spotlight on SJU Alumni

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McCallen Society Spotlight on SJU Alumni

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McCallen Society is collaborating with alumni - spiritual & social!!!

https://mystjohnslegacy.org/newsletter/article7.cfm

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For St. John’s University alumna Angela Robinson ’79CPHS, ’85M.S., mentorship, collaboration, and service have always gone hand in hand. A proud graduate of the University’s Medical Laboratory Science program and a dedicated healthcare professional for more than four decades, Angela’s commitment to supporting future generations led her to become a member of the McCallen Society.

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Carol Calderazzo (also known as Carol Perkins) passed away on May 28, 2026 in Seaford, New York.

Carol was born in Brooklyn, New York to parents Charles and Julia Calderazzo (both deceased). She lived with her sister Joan LaSala and brother-in-law John LaSala in Seaford, New York.She deeply loved her nephew, Michael LaSala and his wife, Janine, and her niece Victoria LaSala. Julia, her great niece,brought incredible joy to Carol’s life.

Carol was married to Raymond Perkins and together they enjoyed a happy life and were dedicated to adopting cats in shelters and providing them with a loving caring home. Carol and Ray lived in Bellmore; New York then moved to Missouri where Carol lived until her beloved husband Ray passed away suddenly in 2016.

Carol graduated St. John’s University and became a Physician Assistant specializing in Interventional Cardiology. She was a highly accomplished medical professional and retired when her own medical condition made it difficult to continue working.

She was a dynamic and amazing person; she never let difficulty keep her from moving forward in life and reinventing herself. After she retired as a Physician Assistant, Carol volunteered as a Learning Leader helping children learn to read and she spent countless hours volunteering at the U.S.O. helping the men and women in our military.

Carol was devoted to her family and friends – she had great faith in God and possessed a beautiful spirit that blessed all who were fortunate to know her. She had a zest for adventure and enjoyed travelling.

She lived her life with strength and suffered many personal and physical hardships as her disease progressed, but she faced each day with a smile and the courage to live her life to the fullest.

Though Carol’s time with us was far too short, her memory and the love she showed her family and friends and all who knew her will continue to bring a smile and shine a light forever in our hearts.

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Sullivan ('24SJC, '25M.A.) and Shannon Padgett '20SJC

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Sullivan ('24SJC, '25M.A.) and Shannon Padgett '20SJC

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Sullivan and Shannon Padgett both moved back home to Massachusetts after graduating from St. John's University. Sullivan received his B.A. in 2024 and M.A. in 2025, both in Government and Politics, and was an Ozanam Scholar and Mission and Ministry Graduate Assistant. Shannon graduated with her B.A. in 2020 in Psychology and was a Catholic Scholar.

Sullivan is finishing his first year teaching social studies at an urban Catholic middle school and will teach English language arts there for the next two years. He is also an organizer for the Massachusetts Democratic Party and will serve as President of the St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul starting in November 2026. Sullivan plans to attend law school in the fall of 2028.

Shannon attended the University of Massachusetts at Boston for her B.S.N. and graduated on Sunday, May 31, 2026, from the Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School with her D.N.P. in psychiatric mental health. Dr. Padgett is now a board certified nurse practitioner and will complete the Annie Goodrich Post-Graduate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Fellowship at the Institute of Living in Hartford, Connecticut, during the 2026-2027 academic year.

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I'm a proud 1979 grad who's especially grateful for my years as a writer/editor at "The Torch," the SJU student paper, an experience that's still reaping rewards for me! My 40-something-year career in magazines and publishing was launched immediately after my "Torch" days. Many stops later, I landed as an editor at "Rolling Stone" & Rollingstone.com. My 23 years there featured many highlights - none more fulfilling than my great interactions with the SJU career center, where I got to "mentor" students and "Torch" members, culminating in internships for several at "Rolling Stone." So in recent years, I've been savoring friendships with great comrades from my "Torch" era. The best.

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Retired in 1998 after 39 years as Senior Vice President with Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. Married 67 years with Lucille, and we have 5 children, 9 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Member of the KOFC and the Boy Scouts, as well as president of a large senior club in the area.

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I’m a retired RCSD School Social Worker of 27 years. I’m enjoying retirement and love being outside running, biking, hiking… all of it! I recently started rock climbing 🧗🏾‍♀️. When given an opportunity to do something new, I am leaning into YES! If I wait for someone, I would never go #keepgoinght. I have challenged myself and have more challenges to take on. Confidence is a powerful tool and not always picked up to use. Much of my confidence came from my college years at St. John’s. Being around people working hard was truly motivating. I’m grateful to my mom, who worked tirelessly at the University as a secretary in the Pharmacy School, for my siblings and me to receive a tuition remission education. Thank you mom (Joyce) ❤️.

Those years were wonderful. 🫶🏽

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St John’s University 1979-1982 graduated 1982

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Introducing Dr. and Mrs. Paine! I married my forever on April 4, 2026 at the Heritage Club at Bethpage 🩷💚🖤💛

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I received an award from the Suffolk County Bar Association at its annual May 2026 meeting, commemorating my 50 years as an attorney.

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Tiffany Hall-Murray is an accomplished educator, leader, and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with over two decades of experience shaping educational environments that promote academic excellence and social justice. Currently serving in her current role as the Instructional Leader of the Humanities, involved in educating and pioneering work in the Enlarged City School District of Middletown on the science of reading, cultivating the classroom, and supporting the diverse needs of all scholars.  With the strong emphasis on building Family Engagement Initiatives, Tiffany’s work with local partnerships to organize family engagement activities strengthened community ties. It ensured that scholars from diverse backgrounds received holistic support.

In addition, she is the Co-lead of the District Culture team, where she leads K-12 District-wide rollout of Leader in Me, the district’s new process to empower student leadership and enrich social-emotional learning.

In her previous role, Tiffany was also the Director of Student Equity in Monticello, NY, where she led transformative initiatives that profoundly impacted students and their communities. She has co-facilitated revisions to the district’s Code of Conduct Policy, implemented restorative practices, and removed subjective language to ensure fair and equitable treatment for all students. Additionally, she has developed and led Culturally Responsive Sustaining Education workshops, focusing on creating welcoming and affirming environments for students, staff, and families. Her efforts have enhanced the district’s commitment to equity and set a benchmark for best practices in education.

Tiffany’s leadership extends beyond policy and professional development. She coordinated the My Brother’s Keeper Program, addressing the national call to action to build safe and supportive communities for young men of color. Through this role, she has organized family engagement activities and cultivated partnerships with local organizations, strengthening the ties between schools and their communities. Her work exemplifies a holistic approach to education that values collaboration and shared responsibility for student success.

Before her tenure in Monticello, Tiffany held various roles that showcased her instructional expertise and commitment to student achievement. As an ELA Instructional Lead at P.S. 126X and P.S 53X in the Bronx, NY, she facilitated teacher team meetings, led professional learning cycles, and represented the school on the district’s equity team. She also played a key role in implementing social-emotional learning initiatives as a Stanford Harmony Ambassador, demonstrating her commitment to addressing students' social and emotional needs alongside their academic growth.

Tiffany’s educational foundation began in the classroom, where she taught kindergarten through fifth grade. Her innovative teaching strategies and ability to design rigorous, standards-aligned lessons earned her recognition as a Peer Collaborative Teacher Leader and Model Teacher Leader. In these roles, she mentored colleagues, conducted observations, and supported data-driven instruction to enhance student outcomes. Her dedication to excellence has left an indelible mark on every school and district she has served.

Tiffany’s academic credentials reflect her unwavering commitment to professional growth. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from St. John’s University and earned her Master of Science in Literacy for Grades 5-12. She further advanced her leadership skills by completing an Advanced Certificate in School District and School Building Leadership. Tiffany has also earned certifications in mentoring and designing adult professional learning, equipping her to guide educators and administrators toward sustained success.

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Retired from the practice of law at the end of 2024 (certified civil trial lawyer in NJ) now living in Punta Gorda, Florida. Wishing everyone well.

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Notre Dame College ( Staten Island) ( Criminal Justice/ Sociology) 1979 Rutgers Law 1982 

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James Sullivan '62CBA, Joseph Carpenter '62CBA, Grady Crumpley '60SJC,
Glen Shane '63CBA

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My 10-year-old grandson Luke and I just published a children's book, Sally Stingray Finds Her Way Home, from Best Publishing Company

Check out www.milabooks.com

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This podcast is dedicated to all things Italian-American in the DMV aka DC, Maryland and Virginia.  We focus on the Italian-American Experience -- from family stories, to little known history, to businesses, cultural events, etc.

Although born and raised on the Lower East Side of NYC (think Chinatown/Little Italy), your host Joseph Barone has been living, working and raising a family in the DMV since June of 1991.

In 2025, Joseph was looking for a way to help the Lido Civic Club of Washington DC promote the vast amount of philanthropic work done for the community as a whole.

As he was researching podcasters to reach out to, he discovered that although there were those who focused on Italians and Italian-Americans in NYC, Chicago, and other areas, there were none in the DMV.

And yes, the Italian American experience in the DMV is different from that of NYC, Boston, Philadelphia, etc.  And so, CIAO DMV was born!

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In the 61 years since I graduated, my life has been a fascinating experience. I married 5 months after graduating at age 20. I received my M.S. and taught until June 2002. My husband and I celebrated 60 years of marriage, and we had one son who followed in my footsteps as an educator/administrator. We, as a family, traveled to five continents and have wonderful memories. We are proud grandparents and enjoy every day that we have together. God has blessed us every day! I've also published a book, Down Upon Us.

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It is a great honor to lead this team of professionals who help communities hurt by the loss of manufacturing jobs following the GM bankruptcy through remediation of environmental impacts and sales to buyers who will invest in redevelopment and job creation.

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Elliott P. Laws Reappointed to 5-Year Term Leading RACER Trust

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Elliott P. Laws was appointed to a fourth five-year term as Administrative Trustee of RACER Trust, an organization he has led since its inception in 2011.

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I met my wife, Virginia Buscema Frazzitta '63CBA, in my freshman year, and we were married in October 1963. We have two daughters, both of whom have graduated from St. John's Staten Island campus. They have given us 7 grandchildren, and now we have 5 great-grandchildren. I had esophageal cancer and formed the Esophageal Cancer Education Foundation (ECEF), www.fightec.org.

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Now retired. Worked in the Financial Industry as an OTC stock trader for Bache & Co. and as a Euro Currency Broker for Garuin Guy Butler (now ICAP).

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Pickleball addict & CPA

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Recently retired, Professor Emeritus from SUNY Farmingdale College. Served as a consultant for the identification of fungal contaminants. Dayton-Brown, Inc. in Bohemia, NY (8 years).

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Global Brand Marketing & Growth Leader | Creative Media, Content & Partnerships Innovator | Business English Coach | Compass Realtor

Since graduating from St. John’s University’s Peter J. Tobin College of Business, Tyler Schaeffer has built a 25+ year career in global brand marketing and media, leading initiatives for major brands including American Express, JPMorgan Chase, Estée Lauder Companies, and Samsung Electronics at leading communications firms WPP and Interpublic Group (IPG).

In addition, over the past 12 years, Tyler has built a successful career in residential real estate, advising clients at Corcoran and now Compass, where he ranks among the top 2% of U.S. agents.

Based in Manhattan with his wife, Amy, Tyler remains an avid golfer and fondly reflects on his time competing on St. John’s golf team.

Tyler is always happy to connect with and mentor fellow St. John’s students and alumni.

Tyler.Schaeffer@Compass.com

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St. John's shaped my life. I majored in Communication Arts when it was first offered. What I learned and did became my lifelong career in video, film, audio, and photography. Now retired in Northeast Missouri, photography is my passion.

I am grateful for my family's support in attending a globally recognized university sharing its vision and mission.

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I am sending this in for my classmate and fellow sorority sister who passed away on June 10, 2025. Joan was honored at our 50th reunion in 2006 with an Outstanding Achievement Medal at the Alumni Convocation.

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I was a Nassau County Police Officer for 30 years. Currently living in Oakdale, married for almost 40 years (Nov. 16th this year), and am the father of two daughters, Kristen and Emily, with my wife Janet.

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I'm enjoying retirement. Seeing a lot of theater and still enjoying the Upper West Side of NYC. Spoke with classmate Rosemary Montagna recently, who now lives in Arizona. Would love to hear from classmates.

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I am writing to share the story of how I met the love of my life, Michael Nehlsen, at St. John’s University. Our journey began in the spring of 1980 in the hallway outside Dr. Steinel’s history class. From there, we spent our free time in Marillac Hall or at the Rathskeller watching General Hospital—even though I was actually dating a baseball player at the time!

We eventually discovered that we were both commuting from Brooklyn. While I was taking two trains and a bus, Michael was driving, and he soon began giving me rides. Ironically, I spent much of those commutes trying to set him up with my friends.

We began dating on September 27, 1980, and were married on April 25, 1986. We are now looking forward to celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary in just a few short weeks.

While I am grateful to St. John’s for the education that launched my 43 year career in speech pathology, I am most thankful to the university for being the place where I met my husband. It is wonderful to reflect on where it all started, and I appreciate the opportunity to share this piece of my history with you.

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Thomas G. Maira joined the law firm of Akerman LLP as Chair, Real Estate Private Equity (NY) and as a Partner in the Real Estate Law Practice Group.

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I am currently retired from AZ and GSK pharmaceutical sales in 2014. Enjoying the next chapter of life while freelance work as a Senior Advisor for families needing assisted living communities for their loved one. Also part-time with Epilepsy and Behavior Health Services on LI.

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Joseph Bellacosa '59SJC, '61J.D., '87HON

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Joseph Bellacosa '59SJC, '61J.D., '87HON

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St. John's School of Law is celebrating its 100th Year, having begun classes in downtown Brooklyn in 1925. I earned my J D degree there in 1961 and returned as Assistant Dean and Professor of Law in 1970. In that role, I helped move the last unit of the University to the Queens Campus in 1971. After a 25-year career in the judiciary as a Judge at the Court of Appeals in Albany, the highest State court, I returned to Alma Mater as Dean in 2000 and retired in 2004.

As part of the Law School Centennial celebration this year, I had the privilege by invitation of the present Dean Jelani Jefferson Exum to deliver remarks at a special event on November 22, 2025. The core of my remarks to the many assembled  judicial alumni is as follows:

"We alumni judges and all those who have gone before us, appreciate the Law School's goal embraced in the St. John’s/St. Vincent de Paul tradition of “servant leadership.” As we celebrate the Centennial, please recall Alma Mater's goal to provide a new welcoming space for opportunities for so many of us towards the development of a public service vocation that inculcates dedication to the rule of law and the fair administration of justice. Congratulations to Alma Mater and Ad Multos Annos." Per Cent Anni, ‘E Piu!

Here’s to 100 Years, & more!

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Caralina Lawless '17SJC, '18M.A., '22J.D. and Kurtis Fosdick '17CCPS, '20J.D.

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Caralina Lawless '17SJC, '18M.A., '22J.D. and Kurtis Fosdick '17CCPS, '20J.D.

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My name is Caralina Lawless. I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in History and Mass Communications from St. John's University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) in 2017, my Master's degree in History from St. John's University in 2018, and my Juris Doctor from St. John's Law in 2022

I recently married my husband, Kurtis Fosdick, on August 31, 2025. He graduated with his Bachelor's in Sports Management from St. John's (College of Professional Studies) in 2017, and his Juris Doctor from St. John's Law in 2020. We both met as freshman on the St. John's Staten Island campus, and were both members of the Honors Program under Dr. Rachel Hollander, who facilitated our first date, Lion King on Broadway. We've been together since 2014, and we married on August 31, 2025, in my hometown of Temecula, California.

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Dear fellow Alum’s, as I am navigating into my senior years, I wanted to share my new path and story.
I graduated in 1985 with a degree in Finance with a minor in Statistical Analysis, after many years at night school. Like so many of us attending night school, I had to pay my own way. I did so by serving in the Army Reserves and working for a subsidiary of CIT (a finance firm). I then spent many years in finance and later sales, which was all good, and helped me support my family.
However, something was missing, perhaps some lingering thoughts imparted by our Vincentian teachings to do some good in the World. As such when the opportunity came about to spend a few hours a day, as an aide at a NJ Elementary School Public, I jumped in.
I figured I could handle youngsters from recess, to helping with 4th and 5th grade math (how hard could that be - needless to say math is different today). Somehow, though I also got to spend some time 1st grade class, with many children on the spectrum. This was such a moving experience, especially having been in the business world my whole life.
I thus wrote this book as a thank you to a special public school. It not only is a chronology of this experience, but was inspired by the creativity of some very special 1st graders. The crux of the story is about empathy for those on the spectrum, but it also has a segments referencing monthly school themes, which reflect on not only achievement, but closely follow the Golden Rule.
In this new day and age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), with the question whether this technology will be programmed to do good for society, or for nefarious purposes, these lessons are quite relevant. Hopefully, this interactive book can stimulate creativity, help us see differences in things and learn respect in all things.
Note I am acutely aware AI is here to stay, however AI was not used to write this book. Further, while characters were influenced by many people, none are actual real people.
The book “Willy & Lakshmi is available on Amazon as well as Barnes and Noble under Robert J. Wizeman. E-books are a few weeks away and hard cover even longer. Hopefully you have some young ones that can enjoy!

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Hello! My name is Jessica Yau, and I graduated in May 2025 from the Peter J. Tobin College of Business with a B.S. in Economics.

The past year has consisted of many milestones for me—from working two internships, to graduating from St. John's, to moving into my first apartment, to starting my first full-time position in financial services technology—I am truly blessed and so thankful St. John's has been a part of my life!

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As of February 1, I have been promoted to Senior Counsel at Foley & Lardner LLP.

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St. John’s University has significantly contributed to my professional growth throughout my career. The career services advisors provided invaluable guidance in helping me identify the most suitable career path. I met my mentor, Carleen Kelly,  through St. John’s who has guided me every step of the way.  Today, I am a senior manager in patient communications at Bristol Myers Squibb. Prior to this role, I held positions as a social media manager and a marketing professional at Pfizer. I am deeply grateful to St. John’s University for its unwavering support in shaping me into the woman I am today.

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Emily Bargabos '14SJC, '15M.A. and Carl Johnson '14TCB

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Emily Bargabos '14SJC, '15M.A. and Carl Johnson '14TCB

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Emily Bargabos '14SJC, '15M.A., and Carl Johnson '14TCB recently completed their first Ironman triathlon together – a 2.4-mile swim, followed by a 112-mile bike ride, followed by a full 26.2-mile marathon. The couple met while studying abroad in 2012 and were married in 2021. What began as a shared adventure abroad has continued into new challenges, milestones, and finish lines.

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I was a Division 1 soccer player at St. John's and also an assistant Coach to the Division 1 Women's Soccer Team.  From my experience and time at St. John's, an academically challenging institution, while being a Division 1 athlete at the same time, I have been able to apply that to my College Coaching Career over the years.  Currently, as the Head Women's Soccer Coach at Southern Wesleyan University in South Carolina, I have been able to build a successful program over the last few years.  In 2025, for the first time in over 7 years, SWU had a post-season in the Conference Carolinas playoffs.  Over the last 4 years, we have been able to place athletes in the All-Conference team, have had the Conference freshman of the year, and several players have received conference player of the week accolades.  As a very united Christian community, here at Southern Wesleyan University, our mission is to proclaim the Gospel and help disciple our students as they navigate through academics, athletics and their walk with Jesus.  I am blessed and thankful to be here, contributing what I can.

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Allow me to give you a bit of history as it relates to my attendance at St. John's. I attended the University's evening division in 1948 at the tender age of 18 and began my pre-law education. I graduated seven years later in June of 1955 and passed the New York bar exam.

In 1955, the fatality rate for the NY bar exam was 50%. At that time, St. John's became known for its high rate of bar exam successes, which led to graduating students from other expensive law schools to attend St. John's crash courses. Obviously, St. John's Law continues to hold that prestigious distinction.

I was blessed to be able to work full-time, earn enough to pay my tuition, and graduate debt-free. I practiced law in New York for five years until I was offered an opportunity to relocate to Louisville, KY., which turned out exceptionally well. Since then, I have been retired for 26 years, but still did pro-bono work. Also, because I graduated from St. John's Law, I was admitted to practice law in Kentucky "Oh Motion." I was not required to take the KY bar examination.

Your correspondence begs an important question: "Was life better because of St. John's Law?" Decidedly yes! I was not only taught law but, just as important, legal ethics, decorum, and compassion—also the practice of law was not "all about money."

Instead, as an attorney, I had the privilege to help others in a unique way. Professionally, I am where I am today because of my education at St. John's Law. It is my honor to help deserving students to do likewise.

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After 57 years of preaching and teaching family medicine, I hung up my stethoscope and retired May 8, 2026.

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I moved to Del Webb - Sun City Hilton Head in Bluffton, South Carolina, 29909.

A great retirement community. 30 years old and still building.

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Chairman, Nassau County Republican Committee.

Republican National Committee, State of New York.

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From the beginning: in 1970, upon graduation from St. John's, I married my longtime boyfriend, Joseph Collins, who graduated from Fordham University. We both embarked on a near 30 year adventure into the U.S. Army. Joe was a Lieutenant, and I was an army wife. We are now in 2026, have 2 sons, 2 daughters-in-law, and 5 grandchildren. We traveled the world in our years in the military and lived in 17 different homes. Our children and grandchildren give us our greatest joy. We are now retired and live in Ft Lauderdale, Florida.

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Math teacher at the High School of Fashion Industries since 2000. I teach freshman algebra.

Married with two kids and a stepson.

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Earned a Master's degree in history from Harvard University in May 2024. I was an adjunct professor of finance from 2003 to 2018.

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In June of 2025 Angela retired from her full time teaching position as a teacher of Special Education with the Yonkers Public Schools. While she misses her students terribly, she absolutely loves retired life! It is an exciting time in The Muscolino household, as Steve, her husband of 26 years, also retired in April of 2025 after nearly 40 years with the Mt. Pleasant Highway Department. Together they have 2 phenomenal children; Gianna, 24, who is currently pursuing her graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling, and Frankie, 21, an aspiring professional wrestler. Angela is thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to work with special needs children in her retirement through EI and CPSE programs.

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I am presently Chief Assistant Attorney for Capital Collateral Regional Counsel.  The State of Florida agency tasked with the collateral attack on sentences of death in Florida.  I supervise a staff of 5 teams, each with lawyers, investigators, and support.  We presently represent 85 people on death row in the middle region of Florida.

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Update: I am the reviewer for the Journal of the American Heart Association and a reviewer for The Journal of Pharmacy Technology. Additionally, I am a reviewer for the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.

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Lisa Susan Fiorenze Bradshaw, affectionately known as "Lee" to her family and friends, passed away on March 22, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ, at the age of 70 from respiratory-related complications. Born on July 14, 1954, in Queens, NY, Lisa made friends readily and touched many lives with her generosity and warm spirit. She left a legacy of love and cherished memories to all who knew her.

Lisa was the daughter of the late Richard D. and Victoria E. Fiorenze of Ozone Park, NY. She lived a beautiful and adventurous life before meeting her husband Gregory B. Bradshaw in 2000 and the adventures continued after they married on December 29, 2001. After relocating to Texas to be with Greg and his two children, Lisa remained closely connected to her New York roots, often returning home when needed.

She was a beloved sister and sister-in-law to Richard Fiorenze (Darlene Rosario) and Mary Ann Fiorenze Perro (Frank Perro). Lisa's role as a doting aunt (Sia, as they called her) to Victoria and Gianna Fiorenze and Francis and Julianna Perro was one of the many joys of her life. That affection extended to her "bonus children," Jason T. Bradshaw and Alison C. Bradshaw Petersen, whom she loved as if they were her own.

Lisa was a dedicated student. She earned an associate's degree in business before returning to school at St. John's University where she graduated with an accounting degree. Her professional journey included a role as a Beverage Analyst for Princess Cruise Lines, where her knack for numbers merged with her love for traveling and the sea. Later, she brought her expertise to Cougar Construction, serving as the Controller until she married.

Traveling and cruising were among Lisa's greatest pleasures. She typically returned from a cruise vacation with a new lifelong friend, often joining them again on future vacations. It was on a cruise where she met Greg, beginning a journey that would last the rest of her life.

Lisa's generous heart, radiant smile and warm spirit helped her build enduring friendships and left an indelible mark on all who crossed her path. Her memory will continue to shine brightly and though she will be deeply missed, the essence of who she was will never be forgotten.

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Robert and his wife Karen renewed their wedding vows in celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary on the beach of Islamorada, Florida on April 30, 2026

Dr. Ianniello was elected President of the Sgt. Frederick M. Bonanno Lodge No. 2549 of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America.

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Partner in the Law firm of Kaplan DiTrapani Faria & Manin, LLP, concentrating in real estate, lender representation, and trusts and estates.

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Edward L. Hardy, age 91, originally of Jamaica, Queens is now living in Massapequa Park, New York. Sharing a 1955 picture from a SJU intramural basketball, and his team the "Honest 5". Ed is in the top row, second from right, in dark suit and tie. Scored 42 points in one game! Also attached is a picture of Ed and his wife Mary Jane from the 2025 St. John's home game versus Georgetown at MSG. They went to celebrate his 90th birthday, and are hoping to make the March 3 home game again this year!

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I had a wonderful time celebrating with Pharmacy graduates from 1975 at the 4th Annual Alumni Gala.

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I graduated from St. John's in June 1967 with a B.S. degree in mathematics. Shortly after, I married a student I met in my first year at SJU and entered the US Air Force. I completed a 26-year military career and returned to civilian life with a 30-year career in Information Technology and Aerospace Defense. In recent years, I have devoted some time to writing. My book, Manifestations of Apprehension, A Memoir, was published by Archway Publishing, a component of Simon & Schuster, in September 2023. My latest book, a historical fiction novel titled The Dream, was published by The Sager Group in October 2025. I attended the Author's Signing event during the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the founders of Black History Month, in February, in Washington, DC.

My website and full bio can be viewed via: www.WilliamACiminoBooks.com.

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Michael Honan died suddenly on Jan. 3, 2026, at the age of 79. After graduating with his bachelor's degree, he joined the United States Navy in a direct commission as an officer and was stationed in Charleston, S.C., from 1968 through 1970. He got his Master's of Business Administration at St. John's when he returned home to Queens, while also working for the city’s Department of Welfare.

Mike then joined the Naval Reserves, where he rose to the rank of captain before retiring in 1996. The bulk of his professional career was a federal probation and parole officer based out of the Eastern District of New York in Brooklyn, where he worked from 1975 until 2003, retiring as a supervisor.

He lived all over the borough but spent the last 45 years in Rockaway Park. He and his wife, Frances Chiodo Honan, raised their daughters Roseanne and Katie ('07 BA) in Rockaway and was a leader in the community, He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and neighbor who spent hours of his life volunteering, particularly with veterans. He will be missed.

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Remembering with appreciation my time at St. John's where I earned my MBA with honors. I went on to earn an MS degree from Rutgers University School of Management and Labor Relations. Later I obtained my PhD degree from the University of South Africa in personnel and organizational psychology. I enjoyed a rewarding corporate career and later creating and managing my own consulting business. Today I am happily married to my wife Liz, have 2 sons and now 2 granddaughters. My wife and I reside both on Cape Cod and Skippack, PA.

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College of Business 1978 MBA degree with honors

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The old Staten Island campus was a truly great place to learn. Beautiful setting, small classes, outstanding professors! Strong political science curriculum, shaped my future!

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St John's college notre dame staten island ny 1975-78

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Writing this on my 90th birthday. If you remember me, you must be 90 too. Right after college, my sweet husband Raymond and I moved to Miami. We raised three lovely children. I taught secondary school so I could be home with them in the summers. After 16 years in Florida, we moved to Western North Carolina and have lived in and loved the mountains ever since. My husband passed away three years ago. My children live near by and they take good care of me.

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Helloooo graduates of SFP '89 (St. Francis Prep HS) and SJU '92! My two wonderful children are 28 and 20 now, but maybe some of you have younger children (or grandchildren by now) and are looking for a great book about snow in NY. I just finished this 5th children's book, all listed on Amazon. It's been a lifelong goal of mine to be an author, and within just the past 6 months these great stories were created. Please know it's NEVER too late to dream and to make that dream come true!

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College of Business - Class of 1992 Valedictorian

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Donald Cavanaugh '82SVC, The Bridge to Life

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Donald Cavanaugh '82SVC, The Bridge to Life

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Donald has been named Chairman of the Board of The Bridge to Life, HQ is in Queens NY.

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Published I Too Write the Songs: Script The Rites and Right The Wrongs, and take full credit for the good work they did. My 23rd book features political songs, poems, pictures, and letters connecting early life to current events. It includes a shout-out to my Jesuit history and the last two popes. Lots of haiku such as Catch a Rising Star, Can't Run Anymore, Cornel West on Crest, and more.

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In November 2026, Steven was elected to his third 10-year term as City Court Judge in Middletown, New York.

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I am alive and well. I hope some of my classmates are.

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Christine Glynn Newmann '18M.A., '23M.S.Ed.

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Christine Glynn Newmann '18M.A., '23M.S.Ed.

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Newly married: 10/4/25. Currently enrolled in the D.Min. program at CUA. Recognized as a stand-out catholic educator and champion by the NYS Catholic Administrators Association. Currently, principal at St. Patrick's school in Bayshore.

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Professor Lynch is a fellow in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). His co-edited book, "The Handbook on Inequality and the Environment," received an Outstanding Academic Title (OAT) Award for 2024 from Choice. His recent co-authored books also include "Permutation Statistical Methods for Criminological Research" (2025), and "Applying Bedford's Law for Assessing the Volatility of Social Science Data Sets." He is widely recognized as the founder of "Green Criminology" and for his research on corporate crime and its control.

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One of my earlier novels - The Wolf (2014) has been optioned by Amazon/MGM Studios to be developed as a feature film by Lorenzo Di Bonaventura. A second early novel - Gangster (2001) has been optioned by French production company, Gaumont, to be made into a French-language movie, streamed worldwide. Will deliver my 16th book - The Collectors - to my publisher in early July (Mysterious Press/Simon & Schuster). And best of all -- my grandsons Oliver (6) and Charlie (2) will be spending time with me this summer.

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After more than half a century, I am a retired teacher from both Catholic and public schools in NY and FL. Sadly, except for SJU, all of the schools I attended and in which I taught are gone. (For Glee Club members from the late 60s and early 70s, former member Elfride Bleicher is in assisted living on Long Island)

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After many years in Radio & Newspaper advertising sales, I now work for the NY State Dept. of Labor, assisting customers on unemployment to provide them with the tools they need to get back to work. I am in Middletown, NY, at the Orangetown Career Center. I do have standard poodles who occasionally do TV productions.

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Retired from Chase Manhattan Bank - Dec. 1987 as VP of International Department. Living in Hilton Head, SC, for the last 32 years. Avid golfer and have played all of H.H.'s 22 courses. Lost my wife of 67 years last August. We were married the day after my graduation in June 1958.

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Spent 40 years working as a pharmacist both in local Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical manufacturing, working for Ciba-Geigy, Block Drug, and Glaxo. Retired from Ciba as Director of Purchasing and Sr. Purchasing Agent from Glaxo. I have been married to my wife, Arline, for 62 years. We have 3 daughters and 8 grandchildren. We presently live in Morristown, NJ. After retirement in 2006, we spent considerable time traveling in Europe on river cruises and vacationing in the Caribbean. We are both in our mid-80s and now finally looking to downsize. We volunteer at our church. I'm chairman of building and grounds and Arline in ushering. We both were raised in Richmond Hill, Queens, but have really come to love New Jersey during these past 60+ years.

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My twenty-first year on a Florida radio station as a "Consumer Advocate" on automobile-buying/leasing cars. I'm on every week.

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Since my last bio, I am still working in a day care center part-time after 30 years at South Beach Psych. Center in Staten Island, NY. So not only have I taught every single age group, but now also infants, up to 4 years old. I'd like to add I volunteer for the Community Access for Senior Citizens as a visiting friend. Everything has been extremely rewarding and I have met many helpful and intelligent professionals as well as all sorts of people along the way.

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I am working for professional basketball team in Japan, as an interpreter.

My time in St. John’s was very valuable.

I was one of few Japanese students who barely could speak English but because so many friends helped me, I spent a beautiful and meaningful college life at SJU.

Thanks to everyone who supported me, I am now working for professional basketball team in Japan, and won B League (Thats a name of professional basketball league in Japan), champions in 2023-2024 season.

So I want to say to all international students at SJU: don’t be scared to talk to new people!! I know it’s very difficult for you right now, but you can do it so that your life in college will be valuable!!

Go Red Storm!!

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Michael D'Angelo '97SVC Joins Stokes Wagner as Senior Counsel

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Michael D'Angelo '97SVC Joins Stokes Wagner as Senior Counsel

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Michael joins us after more than two decades

immersed in labor and employment law —

including nearly fifteen years with Hyatt Hotels

Corporation, most recently serving as Head of

Labor Relations – Americas.

In that role, Michael led labor strategy across

the United States, Canada, Latin America, and

South America. He served as chief spokesperson

and negotiation leader in major collective

bargaining negotiations, oversaw grievance

and arbitration matters, partnered with senior

leadership on acquisitions and development

projects, and ensured alignment between

corporate policy and evolving labor regulations.

Before his executive leadership at Hyatt, Michael

managed labor relations for more than 26

hotels in the Eastern Region and built a strong

litigation foundation representing management

in complex labor and employment matters.

Over the course of his career, he has handled

collective bargaining, unfair labor practice

proceedings, ERISA benefit fund matters,

discrimination and wage litigation, and strategic

workforce counseling.

What sets Michael apart is his perspective.

He has worked inside a global hospitality

company where labor strategy directly impacts

operations, culture, and guest experience.

He understands that in hospitality, workforce

decisions aren’t theoretical — they affect people

and performance in real time.

At Stokes Wagner, our focus has always been

serving the hospitality industry with depth and

intention. Michael’s experience strengthens

that mission and expands the strategic counsel

we provide to hotel and restaurant operators

navigating an increasingly complex labor

landscape.

We’re looking forward to what we will build

together.

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We are excited to welcome Michael J. D’Angelo to Stokes Wagner.

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Alexander has enjoyed a successful 30+ years as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer of several not-for-profit corporations located in NYC. For the past 10 years, he has served as Board President of a prestigious private college fund that has awarded over $400,000 in scholarships to low and moderate-income African American college-bound students. Alexander has been constantly awarded by City & State, Schepps Medias, one of Queens most influential persons.

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After graduating from University College, Brooklyn with a BA Degree, I went on to Adelphi and received an MA Master's Degree. I taught in Levittown Public Schools for 39 years and at C.W. Post for 11 years. Since retiring, I have worked in 3 parishes as an EM, Bible Teacher at St. Vincent de Pal, Opening Word, and Sr. Knights of Columbus 4th Degree. I also sing with the Hibernian Festival Singers.

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I worked in the Placement Office with Mr. Walter Campbell. I went to all the basketball games and enjoyed seeing the "Redmen" so very much.

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I received a Master's Degree in 1964 in Library Science; taught in elementary public schools with a MA Degree from Vassar College in 1951, and then as an MLS Professional Librarian in Manhasset (as a storyteller and more!) wonderful career as a teacher and librarian with excellent teachers from my academic background and experience.

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I am married for 30 years and have two sons with my husband.

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After graduating from St. John's in May 1975, I took my first, second, and third Degrees in October 1975 in the Knights of Columbus. At the annual dinner dance this past November, I received an honorary lifetime membership in the Knights with a commemorative pin. I would urge SJU alumni to join the Knights for free at Kofc.org/join.

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Retired after a successful 45-year career in Pharmacy. The last 30 years as an Ambulatory Pharmacist at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.

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After I graduated from SJU, I joined the NYPD and served for 30 years. In January 2026, I received the Irish Echo Law Enforcement Award.

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I am an artist. I love to paint, draw, and do computer graphics. In 2004, I received a Master's degree in Information Systems from Pace University.

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Wrote a book, "But I Meant Well!" Gotham Book Publishers, Sheridan, Wyoming, 2024. An outrageously funny collection of true stories about NYC subways, buses, and much more! Written under the pen name R.J. Nobleman.

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New York Telephone/NYNEX Technical support & Engineer for 27 years. Retired in 1998. Miss the Quonset Hut!

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Currently in my 20th year as a Senior Adjunct Professor at Adelphi University, teaching graduate courses in Special Education. Retired in 2014 as an administrator in the Elmont School District.

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Retired after 50-year career with the FBI and Time Warner Communications. Living in Dunedin, Florida, on the Gulf of America, enjoying fishing and keeping my tan up.

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Two of my three daughters were married this past year and the third is moving out so at this ripe age, we will be empty nesters, and thus my best ever job of being a full time mom has ended. Just visited Scotland & Ireland for our 35th wedding anniversary. Keep busy coaching 3 sports in youth programs, umpiring softball, raising college scholarship money, driving Mobile Meals, playing on a volleyball team, swimming, playing pickleball, attending concerts, theater shows and pro & college basketball & football games, painting and working on photography for my local paper.

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Patrick Collins – St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Department of Government and Politics Alumni

Patrick Collins, known to everyone who knew him as a dedicated and, to some, annoying Yankees fan, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA, resulting from a battle with cancer.

Patrick was Bronx proud. Born on July 9, 1970, he had a special charisma, wonderful sense of humor, deep humility and sincerity, as he would probably say, that came from his New York City roots.

Patrick proudly held a St John’s University, St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Bachelor of Arts (’92) and Master of Arts (‘94) degrees in St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in Government and Politics and parlayed his education into a successful career in Government Affairs, respected for his professionalism, admired for his advocacy.  He was committed to the rare disease community, recently serving as Vice President of Community and Corporate Affairs at the National Organization for Rare Disorders, and prior to that, at CLS Behring as the Sr. Director, North American Healthcare Policy & External Affairs.

Aside from his professional success, Patrick's heart belonged to two leading ladies: his wife, Christi, and his beloved daughter, Riley. As Christie said, "They will miss him every day, especially his bad, bad jokes that made them laugh out loud because they were so bad."

A proud and generous contributor to St. John’s University since graduating in 1994, his wife said he proudly displayed a St. John’s University flag outside their home.

Together, two of his best friends, Richard Belczynski and Jim Toritto, both St. John’s University Government and Politics alumni, attended Patrick’s services in Eaton, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, January 10th. Some of his St. John's friends, Kelly Ronayne, Toni-Ann Byrne (Korostik), and Lou D'Introno, all St. John's alumni who studied and worked with him, sent flowers to the services remembering Patrick as a bright light.

So, here's to Patrick Collins, a man who lived, laughed, and loved with everything he had. He's the kind of guy you will never forget. As his professor, Dr. Frank P. Le Veness, said, "Patrick was one of a kind."

For more information on Patrick’s professional career, see

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickcollins77

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St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences '92 and '94

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Dr. Weedens E. Blanchard was announced the eleventh principal of Holy Cross High School as of July 1, 2023. Prior to this appointment, he has served in various Education leadership roles such as: Assistant Dean, Senior Learning and Development Consultant, and Interim Director.

Now, as the Principal of Holy Cross High School, Dr. Blanchard has elevated his expertise in the K-12 and Higher Education sectors. Dr. Blanchard is a scholar, leader, and role model for young men and women as they seek to attain their goals in the world, and he has the skill set to guide them to success.

While at St. John’s, he worked with several specialty programs that included the Advantage Academy, Gear Up, and College Access for All supporting secondary and post-secondary scholars from underserved communities as they worked to reach their academic goals.

As an Adjunct Associate Professor, Dr. Blanchard worked to revise three Educational Technology courses that he also taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels. These courses have been instrumental to the development and success of students in The School of Education.

Dr. Blanchard also spent four years serving as the Director of Education at Hunter Business School and, amid a pandemic, successfully facilitated remote learning strategy within that institution.

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Steven passed away 11/24/25

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Heading to #SXSWEDU 2026 in Austin, TX this March? Be sure to check out my session Beyond the Page: Experiencing Dyslexia & Dysgraphia. More than just a presentation, "Beyond the Page" offers a unique opportunity to directly experience the perceptual and processing challenges that can make reading and writing a formidable task for millions of students. Through a series of carefully crafted, interactive activities, participants will engage with simulations that mimic common dyslexic and dysgraphic experiences. https://schedule.sxswedu.com/2026/events/PP1162194

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Update: Francis (Frank) LaRocca retired as an attorney from NASA after almost 50 years of federal service. He looks forward to relaxing and doing part time pro bono legal work.

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Vincent Panettiere was not born in a trunk at the Princess Theatre in Pocatello, Idaho, but in Brooklyn, New York.

He graduated from St. John’s University and went to graduate school at Boston University’s School of Public Communication. After college, he became a sports writer for the wire service United Press International (UPI) and later wrote for the Boston Herald, a major daily newspapers in that city before Rupert Murdochized it.

After holding executive positions at Westinghouse Broadcasting, CBS and Xerox he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career as a screen writer. One script was optioned by Twentieth Century Fox, but not produced. Three other projects were optioned by now defunct production companies and also not produced.

He became a licensed and bonded literary agent representing writers and directors in television and films. He made deals for writers and directors on TV series (Xena, The Untouchables, Babylon 5, etc.); two independent features were produced; numerous indie/MOW film scripts were sold as well. He also had a client’s book published and another’s play produced.

During the same time, Panettiere was certified by the Major League Baseball Player’s Association (MLBPA) to serve as an agent for major league and professional baseball players. Clients he represented played in the major leagues for the Boston Red Sox, St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals.

Objecting to the standard means of financing independent films, Panettiere sought non-traditional funding for his writer/director clients. His journey through the murky world of cyberspace was chronicled in the book The Internet Financing Illusion published in 2007. There is more information about that and other books on the website www.vincentpanettiere.com.

Following his non-fiction look at the dark-side of the internet, Panettiere wrote

the novels: A Woman to Blame, These Thy Gifts, The Scopas Factor, The Music of Women and Shared Sorrows. All can be purchased where fine books are sold.

He is currently writing his sixth novel.

Panettiere continues to live in Los Angeles and, while not born there, has had dinner in Pocatello, Idaho.

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Michael S. Fey, Ph.D. '69

From the SJU Swim Team at SJU in 1969-1972, I served as a Chemical Officer in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. I returned to school for my Masters at LSU and then for my Ph.D. at Cornell University. I currently run a rare coin business and chair the Institute for Silver Dollar Education and Research. I served on the Board of the 26,000 member American Numismatic Association, and was the Senior Instructor for Collecting and Investing in Silver Dollars at their Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs. I've now published 15 books on silver dollars. My CV at rcicoins.com/curriculavitae.asp also shows athletic achievements which include 7th at the FINA Masters World Swimming Championships, silver and bronze medals at the National Senior Olympics in swimming and pickleball and several NJ State Masters records in swimming and power lifting. I value my education and the many friendships I shared while at SJU. Let's keep in touch. Go Redmen!