Gloria D. Shepherd G ’80: Transportation system as an equalizer
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Class Notes for November 2023
C Romeo '17 is in the market for change
Class Notes October 2023
Medical school; Hellen Jumo's latest goal
September Class Notes 2023
Class Notes for August 2023
Kathleen Rourke '14, Owner/designer of Kathleen Maeve women’s clothing line
Louis Emory: Sounds that evoke Italy
Class Notes for June 2023
Catching up with Ashlie Garcia '15
Class Notes for May 2023
Class Notes for April 2023
Michael Maloney ’16: Figuring out the logistics of life and helping businesses like Moderna and Beech-Nut run smoother
Website built by alumni helps college athletes deal with mental health
Class Notes for March 2023
Abigail Barker ’15: Communicating through crisis
From the Court to the Lab
Meet the newest leaders of our Golden Knights
A rising crisis, a bold response: Free on-campus housing for new education majors among efforts to build the teacher pipeline amid nationwide shortage
Dawn of a new day: Pandemic provided an opportunity to rethink needs of today's students and revamp student life
It’s not war; It's terrorism
Dr. Mark Barreto '00: The Doctor is over it
Beyond Criminal Minds: Fast-growing forensic psychology major opens doors for students to become forensic psychologists, victim advocates, and more
Tim McAuley '01: Working with businesses, government to address the climate crisis
Roses reunited
Teaching and serving with distinction
Turning heritage into a pathway to empowerment
Stephen Maher: Bringing a world of legal expertise to Saint Rose
Kevin Graber '92 makes it to Major League Baseball
Class Notes for February 2023
Kevin Walsh ’15, G’17: Alum, adjunct faculty member, and Golden Knights coach
Class Notes for January 2023
Saint Rose communications students help alum’s small business with a social media plan
Jason Radalin ’94 … Who is the Saint Rose alum who appeared on ‘Jeopardy!’?
Class Notes for December 2022
Sister Patricia St. John ’79, CSJ, Ph.D.: A Christmas album to mark her 40th jubilee
Steven Gamache G'10: Educator-turned-policy-maker joins climate change fight
Class Notes for November 2022
Sophia Selino '21: Undergraduate research with psychology faculty member to be published in prestigious journal
Class Notes for October 2022
A field of dreams fulfilled: Kevin Graber ‘92 makes it to Major League Baseball
Heather Joppich ‘06: Addressing an unmet need through telehealth
Class Notes for September 2022
Class notes for August 2022
Justin Whittaker ’16 G’17: From growing Saint Baldrick’s to guiding the Alumni Association
Class Notes for July 2022
Class Notes for June 2022
Class Notes for May 2022
Celebrating the Class of 2022
Searching for breakthroughs: Ideally situated to offer student research opportunities, Saint Rose seeks funding to expand laboratory space
The work goes on: Uncovering generational differences and strengths
Helping the teachers of tomorrow: Fran Parker G'70, retired educator and children's book publisher and author, gives back through scholarship support
Alumni who are advocates: Working for the dear neighbor
Life through their lens: Two communications students have work featured at Albany Film Festival
The work goes on: Toward medical treatments that don’t hurt
The work goes on: From professor and student to communication innovators
Always on goal: Women’s soccer player Marika Laurendeau ’20, G’22 leaves a legacy of being a great athlete and leader
Claudia Lingertat, Psy.D.: Addressing the current mental health crisis: Creating connection during and after loss
Higher Learning: With Dr. Ryane Straus, professor of political science
Transformative disruption: Combining big business with big heart, 2022 Saint Rose commencement speaker Sanjay Shrestha '97 pioneers new markets in clean energy
John Ellis G’90: A behind-the-scenes Saint Rose powerhouse retiring after 33 years
Class Notes for April 2022
Mike Brown G'07: Making bold moves in the coffee business with his supercharged brew
Class Notes for March 2022
Class Notes for February 2022
Destiny Watkins ’14: Launching new businesses through the Community Loan Fund
Class Notes for January 2022
Joel Kersting ‘15: Examining a divided America
Newsflash: Updates from Around Campus - December 2021
Ryan St. John G’05
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Caitlin Stillwell ’05, G’06
Suman Ghauri G’13
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Kimberly Fuda ’94 and Ellen Fuda
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Neil J. Estrada G’10
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Thea MacFawn G’20
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Catie Magil G’07, G’16
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Sharroia Armstead ’18
Justine Vaitas ’14
Laurie Ellis ’91, G’95, G’98
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Tamara Thorpe-Odom G’08
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Angelina Maloney ’96
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Katie Giglio G’05 and Anna Giardenelli G’04
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Samantha Walsh ’15, G’16 and Kevin Walsh ’15, G’17
Shining Brightly: Saint Rose distinguished alumni and faculty carry Saint Rose values into the world.
Neenah Bland G’04: Addressing the impact of COVID on Albany
Ann Beberwyk Barry ’65, G’69: From Business to Gardening Expert
Settling In: The campus culture evolves as students create their own spaces and communities that feel like home.
Assistant Professor of Microbiology Kelly Hallstrom: Big answers from our tiniest life forms
Making a Splash: Colleen Quaglia ’22
Class Notes for December 2021
Sister Patricia Grasso, CSJ ’62, G’67: A commitment to research that helps others
Searching for answers: Saint Rose students assist law enforcement in cold cases
Saint Rose 2011 NCAA National Champion women's soccer team: Where are they 10 years later?
Class Notes for October 2021
Vito Van Dunk ’19: from campus leader to up-and-comer at McDonald’s Corp.
Joan Horgan '79: Helping students grow in spirit and service
The five 'American Girls' and Nick Arcomano: Pioneers in study-abroad adventures and their transformational year
Matt Latiolais: Finding the words and guiding others
Rita Crotty '70 and Kathleen Sullivan Ricker '70: Leading their class in leaving a lasting legacy with Project 70
Class Notes for September 2021
Diana de Avila G'96: Creating a prolific body of 'other worldly' artwork
Catherine Fratianni Guevara and Pedro Guevara-Fratianni: Finding HOME at Saint Rose in so many ways
Class Notes for August 2021
Catching up with Dilshad Abubakir G'09: Providing assistance and vital programs to refugees and displaced persons in Iraq
Ann Beberwyk Barry '65, G'69, Ph.D.: How a Sister’s support inspired her lifelong pursuit of education
Joe Donahue ’91: Getting his start at Saint Rose, then opening doors for future broadcasters
Ken Scott: Showing students the value of service to the dear neighbor
George R. Hearst III: Trustee and steadfast supporter of Saint Rose
Christine Hmiel Schudde ’06: Community development with compassion
The people who helped bring Saint Rose into the 'computing age'
Edson Chipalo ’17: Finding home and educational opportunity in another part of the world
Michael Vamosy '93: Star power, brilliant vision, and a grateful heart
J. Robert Sheehan: A life dedicated to music and his faith
Dr. Margaret ‘Maggie’ M. Kirwin: A talent in so many roles at Saint Rose
Scott Bartley '93: Enriching the world of branding with his artistry and creative vision
Dr. Louis C. Vaccaro: Transformational leader of Saint Rose in the '80s and early '90s
Annie Sheeley: Hospitality that embodied Saint Rose and touched students
Daniel P. Nolan, JD: Coming in with the assist for our Golden Knights
Catching up with Erin Felix '16: Continuing her winning game with the Knicks at Madison Square Garden
Class Notes for July 2021
Catching up with Dickelle Fonda '71: Counseling skills and a commitment to helping women lead to fulfilling work in therapy
Matt Toporowski ’08: Bringing a social justice perspective to city hall
She’s lived the achievement gap, now Rhina Allende ’18 wants to fix it
Communication Sciences and Disorders Professor Jack Pickering: Seeking the authentic voice
Pat Filien ’93: Always an advocate for Saint Rose
Class Notes for June 2021
Catching up with Jessica (Bishop) Leduc ’12: Providing expert behavioral guidance, and loving care, for autism-spectrum-touched families
Michael Vamosy '93: Budding artist turned marketing and branding powerhouse
Garth Joseph ’19: From Dominica to Saint Rose to the NBA
Saint Rose BOLD Scholars: Future leaders determined to shatter the glass ceiling
Sister Sean Peters, CSJ '67: Keeping the founding mission alive
Glen Barker '93: A shining star in Golden Knights baseball history
Marking a decade as our athletic HOME: Christian Plumeri Sports Complex continues to elevate Golden Knights athletics
Coming full circle: Saint Rose prepares caring, competent nurses again
Celebrating our Golden Roses: Catching up with some members of the Class of 1970
Father Christopher DeGiovine: Providing a home for all faiths
Founders of Sabor Latino: Keeping traditions alive at Saint Rose
Dr. K. Michael Mathews: From theory, to practice, to connections with the community
Mark Ylvisaker: A professor driven to help others communicate and feel valued
Khia Duncan ‘18: Addressing the needs of the times with a Black Student Union
Jeffrey Beale '77: Honoring a legacy and not losing faith
Sister Catherine Francis Soulier: A transformational president at Saint Rose
Scott Landers G'00: Receiving a business education with heart
Mike D’Attilio: A fearless leader and selfless friend to many
Mother Rose of Lima Dolan: A founding sister and instrumental president at Saint Rose
Jesús Valbuena '93: From international student and soccer star to powerful professional communicator
Patricia Hayes '65: Passing up Cornell for Saint Rose
Sister Margaret Keeshan, CSJ, Ph.D. '50, G'52: Biology professor, department chair, and College president
Catching up with Salvatore DeAngelo G'08: Supporting students to find their voice, protect the environment, and be kind
Karene Taquin Faul: Art department chair and program innovator, Carondelet Medal Winner 2012
Meet our graduates: Josh Heller G’21, a communications major turned computer science grad
Meet our graduates: Gloria Jean G‘21, coming out of retirement to help kids in need
Class Notes for May 2021
Dr. R. Mark Sullivan: Creating an elevated institution with a small-town feel
Sister Theresa Wysolmerski, CSJ, Ph.D. '53: A ‘force of nature’ and blessing to Saint Rose
Ann Forman Mataraso '54, G'58 and Matthew Mataraso H'99: A shared love for each other, and for Saint Rose
Dr. Kajanna McKenzie ’13, Gerald Moore Jr. ’13, G’14, Jermaine Brookshire Jr., Esq. ’13: Making great expectations a reality
The Honorable Loretta A. Preska ’70, H’95: Becoming a ‘force for good’ and finding lifelong friends at Saint Rose
Retired NYS Senator Elizabeth (Betty) Little ’62: Confidence found at Saint Rose built a career in public service
Michelle Cuozzo Borisenok '80: Living the Saint Rose values each day
Saint Rose of Lima (1586-1617): The inspiration for the College's name
Dr. Patricia Fox '68: A plastic surgeon who uses her skills to care for the dear neighbor
Jimmy Fallon ‘09: A Saint Rose legend and worldwide star
The evolution of Sister Mary Anne Nelson, CSJ ‘72, G’76, Saint Rose alum and music industry leader pioneer
Meet our graduates: Maja De Garay ‘21, G’21, a future teacher steeped in service learning experience
Meet our graduates: Krystan Luke G’20, helping children and families through their darkest hours
Meet our graduates: John Braun ‘20, G’21, seeing his future in numbers
Meet our graduates: Shariva Reed G’20, a social worker who pivoted to school counseling
Meet our graduates: Austin Joseph Haley-Berry ’21, a cybersecurity student who found his confidence at Saint Rose
Meet our graduates: Aileen Burke ‘20, from Poli Sci student to aspiring social worker
Meet our graduates: Anne Lin '20, finding her niche in the world of graphic design
Meet our graduates: Alonzo Gardner ‘20, turning his business skills into a business
After a more than 40-year wait to walk the commencement stage, Judith Catlett can now count herself a Saint Rose graduate
Catching up with Schuyler Bull '10, G'10: A checklist of success that never ends
Meet our graduates: Anne-Lynsha Mompérousse '21, G'21, analyzing the next steps in her career
Meet our graduates: Kacie Ciarelli ‘21, nonprofit founder and future law student
Meet our graduates: Alexandra Del Vecchio ‘21, a love of learning and teaching guided her to graduation day
Frankie Houser ‘21, honors psychology student with a unique worldview
Meet our graduates: Sarah Franzken ‘20, continuing her education at Saint Rose a dream come true
Meet our graduates: Johnny Pohlman ‘21, G’21, star student and baseball player
Meet our graduates: Nia Brown ‘20, aspiring doctor and current advocate for Black maternal-infant health
Laurie Darling Gutheil: Building a winning program from the ground up
Judith Enck ‘81: A career spent protecting the environment began at Saint Rose
Richard Huether: Leaving a legacy in our business programs
Sister Anne Lawrence Clark, CSJ, ’59, G’66: A devoted sister, alum, professor, and administrator
Dennis McDonald ’77 ‘G’91: A long-time community member and force for good at Saint Rose
Meet our graduates: Michael Wearne ‘20, Golden Knights basketball player turned talent agent
Class Notes for April 2021
Catching up with Iris White '94: Collaboration, conflict management, and caring
Chad Foster ’17, G’18: Finding answers for others, and himself, through social work
Sister Agnes Rose Burton, CSJ, ’51, G’61: A humble but powerful contributor to Saint Rose and the community
Eamon Murphy ‘18: Crunching the numbers to find evidence of crime
Janell Sluga ’85: Finding solutions for seniors and their families
Class Notes for March 2021
Catching up with Patrick Cullen ’08, G’09: Bringing business and tech skills together with ‘servant leadership’
The Birchaks: A Saint Rose family through and through
Sister Rose Regina Smith, CSJ, ‘50, G’90: The daughter of one of the first graduates of the College and a treasured administrator
Sister Charleen Bloom, CSJ, ’57, Ph.D.: A drive to help others use their voice
Cathy Cummings Haker: Leading the growth of Golden Knights athletics
Catching up with Julian Lipinski ‘18: An international student turned world traveler in his finance career
An orientation toward excellence in every way: Dr. Huey Bogan, associate professor of education
Class Notes for February 2021
Dr. Karen Cerosaletti, Ph.D., '82: Medical researcher gets a chance to give back
Catching up with Matthias Hackett '13: A day in the life of a flyfishionado
Five pieces of career advice from Robert Bellizzi '10 (and some love for Saint Rose)
Class Notes for January 2021
Catching up with Aaron Sitawisha Carter ’73: Maintaining a commitment to activism, even in a pandemic
Jessica Forbes G’11: How a love of talking led to her perfect career
Class Notes for December 2020
Catching up with F. Maxine Fantroy-Ford, Ed.D. ’75: Retirement? What’s that?
Sara Biancosino ’17: From football to baseball, she’s got all her bases covered
Class Notes for November 2020
Catching up with Patricia Kim ’57: Traveling halfway around the world to find her new home
Sam Crocker ’16 and Nick Menozzi ’17: Golden Knights chemistry translates to career success
Renee (Gligora) Lista ’02: A focused career goal, and the drive to get there
Class Notes for October 2020
Catching up with Diana J. Durham, Ph.D., G’77: Not quite ready to fold up her tent
Wayde Dazelle ’16: Addressing public health inequities through medicine, creativity – and lots of energy
It’s a family thing: We asked for their essays, and legacy families shared why generations have come to campus
Catching up with Mike O'Hanlon ’77: A call to give back to his alma mater
One heart: While 100 years have brought many changes to Saint Rose, our values have remained the same
Saint Rose values that persist: Patricia Hunter Standish '50, G'57
Ensuring the spirit of Saint Rose continues past graduation: The Saint Rose Alumni Association
A leader for the second half of the century: Dr. Thomas Manion
The start of a fully coeducational Saint Rose: Albert Sterling '71
The heart of our history: the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
A legacy on the field and in the lives of players: Coach Bob Bellizzi
Living the Mission of an Inclusive Community: Jacqueline Curtis
Reminding generations of the magic of numbers: Dr. Mary Ann Schultz McLoughlin '63
Steadfast Supporters and a Portrait of Our Values: The Massry Family
A keeper of our history: RoseMarie Manory '56
Using knowledge to serve the community: Dr. Susan DeLuke
Thinking big for the school of business: Sister Marguerite Donovan, CSJ, '54, G'62
Class Notes for September 2020
The mother of our alma mater: Winifred McGowan Quinn '24
A tradition of serving those who served: Professor Walter L Hahn
Catching up with Sister J. Elizabeth (Betsy) Van Deusen, CSJ, ’84: A calling to serve her community
David Woodman ’20: A natural aptitude for IT and determination to finish what he’d started
Ségolène Le Roi Prescott '20: Finding Meaning in Data Analysis
Class Notes for August 2020
Catching up With Deborah Springer ’96: Lab Time Spent on the Fight Against COVID-19
Samuel Pierre ’14, G’17: Passion for Human Resources Discovered Through an Internship
Megan-Claire Chase '99: Drawing on Her Experiences and Challenges to Fight for Cancer Patients
Catching Up with Tony Paratore '79: A Burning Passion for Sales
Class Notes for July 2020
Class Notes for June 2020
Catching up with Sue Nigra '89: Many Career Incarnations but with Communications at Heart
Dr. Nino Kharaishvili, MD, MBA G'07: Combining Medicine and Business Acumen to Improve Health System Resilience
Derek Reed ’16: A Love for Connecting Inspires Career in Sales
Mary Lou Lamb '55, Saint Rose Alum and Donor, Passes Away at 86
Father Brian Slezak ’05: Maintaining a Faith Community Remotely
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Class Notes for May 2020
Catching up with Carol Jankunas '64: Reinventions and Adventures Mark Post-Saint Rose Life
Saint Rose Alums Reach Out or Work Front Lines During COVID-19 Pandemic
Saint Rose Education Alums Adapt Creatively to Remote Instruction
Class Notes for April 2020
Catching Up with Pamela Chris (Wilber) Howard G'99: Speech Therapist Foundation Is the Mother of Invention
Alayna Shaw '13: Keeping Students in School When School Is Online
Catching Up with Bill Fenner G’07: Developing a Natural Talent for Sales
Waheera Mardah '16: Saint Rose Class Leads to Career in Economic Development
Catching Up with Mary Ellen Jukoski ’73, G’79: The Community College President Who Still Loves the Classroom
Randy Hernandez '07: Scouting for the Nation’s Most Compelling News
Rich Kissane G'90: Beloved Robotics Guru of Albany High
Steven Gamache G'10: Transformational Teaching Merits Milken Educator Award
Catching Up with Greta K. Smith G'75: Still Guiding Teachers
Cecelia Martinez '11: From Communications to Coding, All with Community in Mind
Meaningful gifts for a holiday season like no other
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Higher Learning with Dr. Rone Shavers, associate professor of English
Level Up - Esports at Saint Rose
Early Discoveries, Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Spirit That Endures: Five Sisters Lost This Summer Lived Saint Rose Values, Inspire Us to Carry Them On
Striking Gold: Lori Anctil Lands Dream Job as Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics
Haker's Legacy Proves the Wins are Even Greater than the Score
A Team of Their Own: Women’s Lacrosse Arrives at Saint Rose
Beyond the Games: Men’s Soccer Player Wari Isaac '20
Alums with the Basketball Assist
Maria Sanchez Gonzalez '13: From Basketball Player to Nike Buyer, Making Sports a Daily Habit
Hai Ling ’93: Global Success in Business and a Desire to Give Back to Saint Rose
Elijah (Eli) Armstrong ’82: Multi-sport Saint Rose Athlete Now Focuses on Career as Tennis Pro
Brandon Birchak '08: National Champion Diver Now Uses Skills in Cirque du Soleil
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Jason Miller ’94: A Career in Sports That Would Make His Late Coach (and First Investor) Proud
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Alexis Williams ’15: Learning Management as a Student-Athlete Translates to U.S. Ski & Snowboard Role
Jessica Gerski ’13: Player Experiences Prepared Her for the Challenges of the Sports Industry
Steve Dagostino ’08: Shaping Basketball’s Top Talent
Tim McAuley '01: A New Way to Serve
Sharon Vilardo Maneri '64, G'69 Honored with 2019 Carondelet Lifetime Achievement Award
Meet some of the Newest Golden Roses: The Class of 1969
Sara Biancosino '17: Saint Rose Internship Leads to Career Touchdown with NFL
Jesús Valbuena Garcia '93: A Documentary He Was Born to Make
Join Us for Saint Rose Night at the ValleyCats on July 18
Mike Brown G'07: Failing His Way into a Top Coffee Company
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Brian Xavier Willis ’15: Bringing His Saint Rose Experiences to Compassionate Law Enforcement
Garth Joseph Comes Full Circle: Star Athlete Returns to Campus to Finish Degree
Christine Myers '19: A Bigger Reason to Run
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Class Notes: May 2019
Dr. Patrice Milos '80: Using Research and Analytics to Challenge Cancer
Dr. Patricia Fox '68: Plastic Surgery with Heart
Yes She Can: Women’s Leadership at Saint Rose
Being BOLD: Meet the First Class of Scholars
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A Class of Our Own: Saint Rose steps up to fill need for teachers with graduates who believe in the field
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Africa’s Emerging Leaders at Saint Rose
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Saint Rose Spreads Its Wings: National, international expansion efforts change the face of the campus
A New Look: Recent upgrades on campus offer boost to student learning and pride
Making Serving Those Who Served Our Mission
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New Programs for a New Workforce
Maureen Rotondi on Social Work Inside and Outside the Classroom
All in the family: Three siblings at Saint Rose
Saint Rose Graduates: Meet members of the Class of 2019
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A Donor Story: When Generous Hearts Meet Deserving Students
Saint Rose Serves: Students Help Out Around the World
Kevin Graber ’92 and Doug Kimbler ’98: Transforming Baseball Programs from the Ground Up
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Maureen Conroy '72: Exploring a Love for Space Through Math
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Toshiko 'Veronica' Tanaka '63: Continuing to Inspire Students in Japan