The rock band Sutton Ho, which formed at Marist in the early 1970s, got back together this past year — but only for dinner. They reunited in June at Keens Steakhouse in New York City.Sutton Ho was comprised of five Marist students: John Kaefer ’73 (drums), George Dawson ’71 (keyboards), Tom Meehan ’74 (bass), Kevin Dwyer ’72 (guitar), and Bob Coffin ’73 (vocals).After winning a band contest on campus, they played in clubs regionally in 1971 and 1972. They landed a much sought-after gig as the house band at the Mad Hatter in the Hamptons during summer 1972 before circumstances caused the band to fold in the fall of ’72.
The event Oct. 28–30 featured reunion celebrations for the 25-, 30-, and 40-year classes, plus three 50th reunion classes — the Classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972.
Picture the perfect autumn day, a tailgate with food trucks offering fare ranging from tacos, empanadas, and fresh apple-cider doughnuts to lobster bisque, chicken, steak, and Liège waffles served out the window of a polished, vintage Airstream, capped off by a football game where the Red Foxes triumphed, and you have Marist Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2022. The event Oct. 28–30, organized by the Alumni Office, featured reunion celebrations for the 25-, 30-, and 40-year classes, plus three 50th reunion classes — the Classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972 — due to the “pause” that COVID-19 put on celebrations the past two years. All alumni, even those not marking a reunion, were invited to attend.The weekend kicked off with a welcome luncheon for the 50-year classes on Oct. 28. The annual Alumni Awards presentation that evening honored Patrick D. Massaroni ’10, Patrice Connolly Pantello ’76, and Paul J. Browne ’71. For more about the awardees, visit https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIx3idSkxJloJBfTtv5-IMBhCwqFCGu2Honored at the 13th annual Theatre Hall of Fame Induction were, left to right, (standing) Mark Giuffre ’85, Vinnie Begley ’70, (sitting) Justin R. Santore McManus ’10, Irene Elias ’17, and Victoria Kirichok-Pratt ’93.Activities Oct. 29 included receptions for student–athlete alumni, a cappella singers, other members of the Music Program, Center for Multicultural Affairs alumni, Marist Abroad alumni, Student Government Association alumni, and LGBTQ+ alumni. Marist’s theatre tradition was saluted at the 13th annual Theatre Hall of Fame induction. Honored for their outstanding contributions to theatre at the College were: Vinnie Begley ’70. Mark Giuffre ’85, Victoria Kirichok-Pratt ’93, Justin R. Santore McManus ’10, and Irene Elias ’17.That night, the Heritage Classes (1947–1966) and 50-year classes gathered for a reception and dinner in the Murray Student Center on campus. Meanwhile, the Class of 1982 took over Marist’s historic Cornell Boathouse and the Class of 1992 and the Class of 1997 each celebrated in downtown Poughkeepsie at the Academy and Refinery 51 respectively.On Oct. 30, Swimming and Diving alumni and their families and friends joined teammates, coaches and friends for breakfast and a round of golf at the 13th annual Swimming and Diving Alumni Golf Outing.Earlier in 2022, the Alumni Office held its first June Reunion Weekend. The 5-, 10-, 15-, and 20-year reunion classes were invited to campus June 11–12 to celebrate their milestone reunions. Activities included children’s games, Hudson River cruises, a Marist Poll presentation, campus tours, alumni kickball games, a Marist Fund donor reception, and a River Fest on the riverfront.
History is made as alumni from across the country return to campus for one special weekend.
Three classes gathered on campus in October to mark their half-century reunions. Alumni from locations across the country, including California, Illinois, Texas, Georgia, Florida, and Virginia as well as the Northeast, made their way to Poughkeepsie to reconnect with classmates, faculty, and members of the greater Marist community. Fifty volunteers served from one to three years on their respective reunion planning committees, reaching out to friends old and new. “Zoom” became a welcomed resource. The weekend featured receptions, campus tours, a football game, a tailgate, and a gala dinner. The Classes of 1970 and 1971 met their inaugural scholarship recipients, and the Class of 1972 launched its scholarship drive. Alumni who could not travel to the Hudson Valley were remembered through the many stories shared. A memorial service celebrated the lives and friendships of classmates. Deans provided updates on academic programs and new initiatives, underscoring the College’s commitment to providing an excellent liberal arts education. The campus offered spectacular views from all points—with smiles all arounhe Class of 1971 at their 50-year reunionMembers of the Class of 1971 celebrated 50 years since graduation.Members of the Class of 1972 reconnected at their 50-year reunion.
Danisha Craig ’18 made her mark in the Marist record books as a member of the track team. Now she is part of the team at the US Department of Energy, achieving her goal of a career in public service.
Danisha Craig '18 is a Senate legislative affairs advisor within the Department of Energy in Washington, DC.
AlumniDr. Martin A. Lang ’51Thomas F. O’Connor ’53Thomas G. Murphy ’55Joseph A. McKiernan ’56Joseph J. McGrath ’57Bro. Joseph Maura, FMS ’58Bro. Ernest G. Beland ’62Anthony V. Campilii ’62/’79MBAMaurice H. Lachance Jr. ’63Michael B. Feddeck ’66Michael J. Ward III ’66John J. Winkelman ’66Eugene J. Connors ’67John Hollingsworth ’68Capt. Paul X. Rinn ’68, USN Ret.Bro. Joseph P. Scanlon, FMS ’68Barry J. Fraser ’69Myron Korykora ’69Gary J. Lindstrom ’69Peter G. Bavis ’70Joseph T. Negler ’70Arthur J. Smith ’70William J. Spampinato ’70Dr. B. James Vaughan ’70Richard A. Belz ’71James A. Eaton ’71Robert Pavlovic ’71Patricia Rittenhouse ’71Cheryl C. Bradley ’72Dr. Brian J. Minasian ’72/’86MARichard J. Cairns ’73Laurie Clare ’73Frank J. Lovallo Jr. ’73John P. Zappe ’73Arthur G. Eichler ’74Ernest A. Arico Jr. ’76Clifford B. Schoonmaker Jr. ’76Hector L. Tejeda ’77Charles A. Schreck ’79James F. Kemmis ’80James A. Pagliaro ’80Barbara J. Schelin ’80Gary T. Steltz ’80James M. Doherty ’81Patricia Nishball ’81MBAThomas P. Riozzi ’81MBAJames V. Yardley ’81Sally J. Petro ’82Ruth E. Warren ’82Hiram Driscoll ’84MBAJeanmarie Arnold ’85Louis F. Cava ’85Kevin J. Breen ’87Karen Ely ’88Edward J. Gaus, MD ’88Daniel V. Greco ’89Robert A. Kenny ’89Lawrence P. Lay ’89Joseph J. Filardi Jr. ’91Matthew V. Phung ’91Bruce W. Thomason ’91Daniel H. Massey ’92Julie E. Pazera ’92Ronald L. Vece ’92Maureen E. Dobbs ’95Jeffrey P. Sullivan ’99/’02MBASarah J. McChesney ’00Carol L. Leasure ’02Douglas Knapp ’03Thomas D. Tavino ’03Brandon J. Ellerbee ’05Carl M. Hessick ’05MBAKristine N. Morgan ’09MALucas A. Benson ’10Jason M. Giani ’10Vincent J. Bocchino ’15Christopher M. Naughton ’16FriendsWilliam BarbashDr. Eileen BestPhilip K. Boyle Sr.Rev. Msgr. John BrinnPaul E. BurkeClaire CarlsonBarbara CarpenterLeo DenaultGeorge M. DowningMichael EffronElaine GreenspanDr. Joan E. HoopesJohn E. Mack IIIMichael MaletJ. Joseph McGowanSusan G. McHughVictoria PlataniaHerbert RedlSueAnn RedlMary RitzLillian SakkasMichael J. Tomkovitch, Esq.Timothy J. WillisEileen ZyskStaffDr. Pamela J. HarperTrusteesEllen M. HancockBro. Sean D. Sammon, FMS ’70
Four Marist alumni worked on the 2022 Olympics for NBC in the network’s Stamford, CT, facility: Todd Bivona ’07, CJ Bottitta ’93, John Gilmartin ’75, and Kaare Numme ’00.
Marist grads return to campus to assist students in career pursuits
Alumni returned to Marist to meet one on one with students at the VIP Networking Event in fall 2022 presented by the Center for Career Services. The graduates gave students tips on finding internships and full-time jobs and succeeding in their career fields.
Helen Stahlin-Corveleyn ’00 was among 117 teachers, mentors, and mentoring organizations named as recipients of the national Presidential Awards for Excellence.
Helen Stahlin-Corveleyn ’00 was among 117 teachers, mentors, and mentoring organizations named by President Joe Biden as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) and Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The awards honor the important role that America’s teachers and mentors play in supporting learners who will be future STEM professionals, including climate scientists, mathematicians, innovators, space explorers, and engineers, according to a February 2022 announcement.Helen, who won in the Science category, teaches at Hopewell Elementary School in Hopewell, NJ. Her husband is Graig Corveleyn ’01.Established in 1983, PAEMST is the highest award that kindergarten through 12th grade mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers can receive from the U.S. government. Nominees complete a rigorous application process that allows them to demonstrate deep content knowledge and their ability to adapt to a broad range of learners and teaching environments. A panel of mathematicians, scientists, and educators at the state and national levels assesses the applications before recommending nominees to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). Teachers are selected based on their distinction in the classroom and dedication to improving STEM education.The National Science Foundation, which manages PAEMST and PAESMEM on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, provides each recipient $10,000. Award recipients also receive a certificate signed by the president.
