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Alumni Association to honor 91�Թ� military veterans

2012-05-25T15:05:00-04:00

The current and past military service of 91�Թ� alumni will be honored on June 1 (Friday) at 3 p.m. as part of the Alumni Association’s events. The ceremony will take place at the Pasquerilla Center’s flagpole area; the rain location will be the Carey Auditorium in the Hesburgh Library.

This year’s guest speaker will be Col. Brian Regan, a 1961 91�Թ� graduate who retired from the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1992 after 30 years of service. Following graduation from the University, Regan was commissioned in 1962 and served as a platoon commander, executive officer, commanding officer, and participated in combat operations in the Dominican Republic before leaving active duty in 1965.

A South Bend resident, Regan subsequently commanded a unit in Fort Wayne, Ind., was officer in charge of the mobilization station in Indianapolis, commanded a special staff in Norfolk, Va., and led all Marine Corps individual ready reserves as commanding officer of a mobilization unit in Overland Park, Kan.

His decorations include the Legion of Merit for work during Desert Shield/Desert Storm and the Joint Commendation Medal for leadership as commander of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Exercise Control Program for reserves of all military branches at the U.S. Atlantic Command in Norfolk, Va.

In the private sector, Regan was director of development at 91�Թ�, vice president of college relations at Saint Mary’s College, president of Brian Regan & Associates, executive vice present of Goodwill Industries of Michiana, and vice president of WNIT Public Television. He also taught in the for more than two decades.

Regan is president of the Indiana War Memorial Commission and Trustee Emeritus of Holy Cross College. He was designated a “Sagamore of the Wabash” by former Indiana governor Joe Kernan in 2005 and is the benefactor of the sword presented annually to 91�Թ�’s NROTC Marine Honor Graduate.

Widowed in 1996, Regan married Kathleen Malone Beeler in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in February 2005, in a ceremony officiated by University President Emeritus The couple has seven children and five grandchildren.

Woo named honorary 91�Թ� alumna

2011-12-21T15:00:00-05:00

The has named , the Martin J. Gillen Dean of the University of 91�Թ�’s Mendoza College of Business, as an honorary alumna.

Woo is planning to on Jan. 1, 2012, to serve as president and CEO of Catholic Relief Services (CRS).

The presentation was made Dec. 16 by Dolly Duffy, executive director of the 91�Թ� Alumni Association. Representing the association’s board of directors were 91�Թ� alumni Chris Putt, the regional director for Indiana; and Dick Nussbaum, a past board president.

“Dean Woo encapsulates all of the achievements and qualities we hope our alumni aspire to once leaving 91�Թ�,” Duffy said. “Her enduring faith and dedication to educating each student deserve this recognition from the alumni family.”

Woo is the 37th recipient of honorary alumni status. She assumed the deanship of in 1997 and the undergraduate business program has been by Bloomberg Businessweek for the second consecutive year. During her tenure, the college has also received top rankings for its MBA and Executive MBA programs.

“There are no words to describe the depth of gratitude that I feel for the experiences that I and my family have gained during our years at 91�Թ�,” Woo said. “Foremost is the growth in faith and a sense that God is very real as He blesses, guides, and empowers us on our journey to serve and honor Him. Contributing to this growth are my wonderful colleagues and friends who oftentimes remind me of how very good God is, because I see Him in them and how they live their commitments and care for each other.

“For me, I move forward to follow the mission and mandate of 91�Թ�: to trust in God, to share our blessings, and surrender ourselves for bringing about the kingdom of God here and now.”

As the head of CRS, Woo will lead the official international humanitarian agency of the United States’ Catholic community. Woo served on the CRS Board of Directors from 2004 until 2010 and will become the seventh chief executive of the organization since it was founded in 1943. She will succeed Ken Hackett, who is retiring after leading CRS for the past 18 years.

Woo was born and raised in Hong Kong, educated by the Maryknoll Sisters of Ossining, and immigrated to the United States to attend Purdue University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in economics with highest distinction and honors, a master of science in industrial administration with recognition as Krannert Scholar, and her doctoral degree.

Woo previously served as associate executive vice president for academic affairs at Purdue University. She joined Purdue as assistant professor in 1981, became full professor in 1991, and directed the Professional Master’s Programs in the Krannert School of Management from 1993 to 1995.

91�Թ� alumni honored

2011-09-06T10:00:00-04:00

The 91�Թ� recognized three 91�Թ� graduates last week for their accomplishments and notable achievements.

Haley Scott DeMaria ’95, was honored for her distinguished involvement in civic and University initiatives with the Harvey G. Foster Award. As a freshman on the 91�Թ� women’s swim team, DeMaria was paralyzed from the waist down in a bus accident and told she would never walk again. But after months of difficult physical therapy and surgeries, she was able to return to the team and win her first race back. Her extraordinary recovery has been recognized with multiple awards, including the inaugural Gene Autry Courage in Sport Award, Women of Distinction, National Institute for Sport Fellow, and the Honda Award for Inspiration.

As the recipient of the Rev. William Corby, C.S.C., Award, Lt. Cmdr. Robert L. Miller, Sr. ’42, ’47 J.D. USNR (Ret.) was recognized for his distinguished military service and dedication to serving his country. A former Superior Court Judge, Miller was a Naval officer in World War II and received the Purple Heart for wounds received in the battle of Okinawa. After earning his law degree at 91�Թ�, Miller remained involved in veterans’ issues during a career as a lawyer and judge. He founded “Miller’s Vets” in 2009 to assist impoverished veterans, giving them housing, military uniforms, “boot camp” refreshers, and chances to participate in parades and community events.

Rev. David Garcia ’74 M.T.S., ’84 M.S.A. was honored for his exemplary commitment to Catholic values and his outstanding contributions in the field of public service with the Rev. John J. Cavanaugh, C.S.C., Award. Garcia is the senior advisor for Clergy Outreach for Catholic Relief Services, working with clergy leaders in the United States and on efforts to help the developing world. He serves as the archdiocesan director of the Old Spanish Missions and is pastor of St. Agnes Church in San Antonio, Texas. Garcia has produced an award-winning televised bilingual Mass, “La Santa Misa,” shown throughout North and South America. A recipient of the 2011 Excellence in Media Award for Catholic Television of San Antonio, Garcia has produced, co-produced, and been featured in national and local television specials.

Alumni Association to honor ND military veterans

2011-05-31T15:35:00-04:00

The current and past military service of University of 91�Թ� alumni will be honored Friday (June 3) at 3:45 p.m. as part of the Reunion 2011 events. The ceremony will take place at the Pasquerilla Center flagpole area; the rain location will be the Carey Auditorium in the Hesburgh Library.

This year’s guest speaker will be Col. Brian Regan, a 1961 graduate who retired from the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1992 after 30 years of service. Following graduation from the University, Regan was commissioned in 1962 and served as a platoon commander, executive officer, commanding officer and participated in combat operations in the Dominican Republic before leaving active duty in 1965.

Regan is president of the Indiana War Memorial Commission and Trustee Emeritus of Holy Cross College. He was designated a “Sagamore of the Wabash” in 2005 by former Indiana Governor and 1968 91�Թ� graduate Joe Kernan, and is the benefactor of the sword presented annually to 91�Թ�’s NROTC Marine Honor Graduate.

Widowed in 1996, Regan married Kathleen Malone Beeler in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in February 2005 in a ceremony officiated by University President Emeritus The couple has seven children and five grandchildren.

Alumni Association honors distinguished students

2011-04-18T10:27:00-04:00

The honored the academic, service and character achievements of current students during its Alumni Senate activities last week.

Amber Handy, who earned her master’s degree in 2007 and is a current doctoral student, received the Distinguished Graduate Student Award for her outstanding academic accomplishments and service to 91�Թ�. Handy, a Ph.D. candidate in medieval history with a doctoral minor in gender studies, has achieved a 3.81 grade-point average. In addition to teaching undergraduate classes, lecturing and presenting at conferences, Handy has served as the Graduate Student Union’s representative on the University Committee of Women Faculty and Students and was part of the Dean’s Committee on Family-Friendly Policies for the Graduate School. She anticipates completing her Ph.D. in August and will begin as an assistant professor of history at Mississippi University for Women in the fall.

Glynnis Garry, a senior from Dallas, Texas, was presented with the Distinguished Student Award for her academic performance and service to 91�Թ� and the community. A double major in pre-medicine studies and American studies with a minor in the , Garry is writing a senior thesis on her research into methods to prolong the viability of donor hearts. She has earned a 3.65 grade-point average and, after three years as a trumpet player, led the Band of the Fighting Irish as head drum major. Garry is a co-founder of Friends of the Orphans at 91�Թ�, a club that has raised money for surgical care in Honduras and Haiti, sent volunteers to Honduras, and was named 91�Թ�’s Service Club of the Year. She will be attending Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in the fall.

Sophomore Jonathan Hancher was given the Mike Russo Award for his demonstrated character and service to the community. Hancher, a science pre-professional and psychology major, is a member of the 91�Թ� water polo team and as a freshman participated in the Leadership Institute: Emerging Leaders program. As a sophomore, he serves as the communications commissioner for his dorm, O’Neill Hall, and has participated in projects such as the Appalachia service trip. Hancher will participate in a medical internship while studying abroad this fall in Puebla, Mexico, and looks forward to attending medical school in the future.

91�Թ� graduates honored at Alumni Senate

2011-04-18T07:51:00-04:00

The University of 91�Թ� honored the achievements of seven distinguished graduates during its annual Alumni Senate events last week.

Brian Doyle, a 1978 graduate, was presented with the Rev. Robert F. Griffin, C.S.C., Award for outstanding accomplishments in writing. Since 1991, Doyle has edited the University of Portland’s Portland Magazine, which has been named the best university magazine in America by Newsweek. He has received numerous honors including the Christopher Award, the Catholic Press Association Book Award, and has been a four-time finalist for the Oregon Book Award. Doyle, the author of ten books, will have a collection of short stories called “Bin Laden’s Bald Spot” published in October by Red Hen Press.

Stefanie Marshall, a 2005 graduate, was honored with the Young Alumni Award for her commitment to the University and its alumni in the Columbus, Ohio, area. Marshall has been the young alumni coordinator of the 91�Թ� Club of Columbus since 2008 and has organized a wide array of recreational and service opportunities. A guidance counselor at Pickerington High School Central, she anticipates earning her principal’s license in August.

John Crowley, who received his law degree from 91�Թ� in 1992, and Aileen Crowley received the Family Exemplar Award for their perseverance in finding treatments for a rare disease affecting two of their three children and others around the world. John, now the chairman and CEO of Amicus Therapeutics, Inc., co-founded Novazyme Pharmaceuticals following the diagnosis of son Patrick and daughter Megan with Pompe disease, a disorder which leads to the degeneration of heart and skeletal muscles. John and Aileen live with their three children – John, Megan and Patrick – in Princeton, N.J., and more than 500 children worldwide are taking the same medication treating the Crowleys.

Michael (Mike) Danch, a 1967 graduate, was recognized with the James E. Armstrong Award for his years of distinguished service to the 91�Թ� community. Danch has worked at the University since 1972, going from events manager at the Joyce Center to his current post as associate athletics director, where he oversees facilities including 91�Թ� Stadium and acts as the primary administrator for the men’s swimming and diving program. An active member of community boards, he was instrumental in bringing events such as the AAU Junior Olympics and International Summer Special Olympics to campus.

Lt. Col. Jason Mims, a 1975 graduate, was presented with the William D. Reynolds Award for his years of dedication to improving the lives of young people. Mims, who retired in 1995 with the coveted Legion of Merit award for outstanding service and achievements, attended 91�Թ� on an Army ROTC scholarship and served around the world during his more than two decades on active duty. The founder of the MIMS Institute, he focuses on encouraging minority students to achieve academic excellence, participate in advanced placement classes, and apply to the nation’s top universities, including 91�Թ�.

The Rev. Louis J. Putz, C.S.C., Award was given to Christopher Walsh, a 1959 graduate, for his exemplary dedication to improving the lives of others and Neil Hitz, a 1962 graduate, for his role in facilitating improvements in Catholic parishes and schools. Walsh, who spent most of his 40 years in marketing with Eastman Kodak Company, and Hitz, a retired advertising and business executive from companies such as American Motors, have been part of the 91�Թ� Club of Detroit’s work with local Catholic parishes and schools. These efforts have provided strategic and marketing planning support to 16 schools over the past several years. Walsh and Hitz have recently been asked to facilitate a three-year plan for the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Detroit.