Engage - Spring 2026

A Celebration of Excellence

BRYANT RECOGNIZES 40 UNDER 40 AND ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD HONOREES

The halls of Bryant University’s Ellen Wilson Leadership Center are filled with energy as members of the university’s inaugural 40 Under 40 alumni class connect with current students, sharing their stories while advising the next generation.

Each 40 under 40 honoree — nominated by the entire Bryant community, including alumni, parents, faculty, and the university’s friends and partnering organizations — has achieved professional success while making meaningful contributions to their communities and others through innovation, leadership, service, or advocacy. The class spans the globe and a range of fields, including business, healthcare, law, finance, cybersecurity, media, sports, and global supply chain management — and nearly every discipline in between.

Together, they exemplify excellence, reflect the university’s values, and serve as powerful examples of the value of a Bryant education.

The group has returned to Bryant on April 17 to be honored for their accomplishments, part of a day-long celebration that also includes the

annual Alumni Achievement Awards.

Throughout the day, members of the 40 Under 40 class meet with faculty and staff, discuss the future of the institution with leadership, and tour campus — including the recently opened Sprague Center for Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking.

As they explore the space, the honorees can’t help but be impressed. “It feels amazing to see this,” says 40 Under 40 Honoree David Almonte ’09, senior financial planning and analysis

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Their accomplishments speak to the talent, drive, leadership, and sense of purpose that are hallmarks of a Bryant education.”

DAVID WEGRZYN ’86, P’23 VICE PRESIDENT FOR UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

View the full 40 Under 40 class on page 2.

manager at Amica Mutual Insurance Company — an experience made even more special because he’s joined by his fellow alums. “Every single time I come back to Bryant there’s a new building or a new facility or something really incredible popping up.”

In the afternoon, after they’ve become reacquainted with the campus and discussed the university’s bright horizons, a formal ceremony for the 40 Under 40 class is held in the Black & Gold reception room of the university’s new Navigant Credit Union Field House.

“Tonight is not only a celebration of all that you have accomplished — it is also a reminder to our students of what is possible, and it is a reminder to all of us as faculty, staff, and administration on why we do the work we do,” notes Bryant University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D., in his congratulatory remarks.

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Left to right: 40 Under 40 honoree Marcia (McQuaid) Marino ’09, Nicholas Marino, Kristen Capezza ’09, and Emerging Leaders honoree Joseph “Joe” Capezza ’08 at the 40 Under 40 celebration on April 17.

BRYANT UNIVERSITY’S

Bryant University is proud to celebrate the first-ever 40 Under 40 class. This new honor recognizes distinguished alumni whose early career achievements, leadership, and service are already making a strong impression in their careers and communities.

Jude K. Addo ’11 CEO, JA Group GHANA & UNITED KINGDOM

David W. Almonte ’09 Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Amica Mutual Insurance Company LINCOLN, RI

Joshua A. Ballance ’12 Director, Data Engineering, Huntress BOSTON, MA

Dana R. Blasi ’19 Influencer, Tiktok & Instagram JERSEY CITY, NJ

Maxine (Outerbridge) Brown ’10

Head of Internal Audit, Best Doctors Insurance Limited HAMILTON, BERMUDA

Thomas J. Butler ’11 Global Head of GSAM Multi-Asset Solutions Operations, Goldman Sachs & Company NEW YORK, NY

Nicholas S. Candito ’10 Founder & Managing Director, Angel Collective AUSTIN, TX

Marcia X. Chong Rosado ’12 Impact Investor and Venture Ecosystem Builder, VCFamilia BOSTON, MA

Emily A. Cisek ’11 CEO, Paige HOUSTON, TX

Stephen R. Corndell, Jr. ’08 CEO, Env0 NORTON, MA

Linnea E. Jungnelius ’12 VP, Head of Global, Head of Marketing and Strategy, Acertitude NEW YORK, NY

David Cosenza ’10 Enterprise Sales Leader, Apple WORCESTER, MA

Jonathan “Jono” DeCosta ’12 Head of Media, RP3 Agency WASHINGTON, D.C.

Normand R. Duquette ’09 President, RISCO Insurance Brokerage Inc. SEEKONK, MA

Heather N. Fedesco ’08 Director for Academic Affairs, American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges OWENS CROSS ROADS, AL

Devon S. Freeman ’13 VP of Sales, Sauz AUSTIN, TX

Lindsey R. Gamble ’10 VP, Creator Strategy & Innovation, IZEA BOSTON, MA

Nicholas G. Gentile ’13

Senior Vice President, Assets Advisors HUNTINGTON, CT

Brian Gowen ’13 Monetary Policy and Money Markets Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of New York NEW YORK, NY

Christina R. (Shaw) Hamilton ’10 Executive Operator/ Chief of Staff, Black Women in Executive Leadership ATLANTA, GA

Sean Hung ’13 CEO, acwires HONG KONG

Tom Kennedy ’18 Wide Receiver, Detroit Lions, National Football League DETROIT, MI

Brent M. Lavitt ’15 Chief Strategy & Revenue Officer, Dimension Consulting MIAMI, FL

Symphone’e (Willoughby) Lindsey ’08 Head of HRBP – GTM & Marketing, Twilio ACCOKEEK, MD

Gregory G. Marino ’14 Global Treasurer, iCapital NEW YORK, NY

Marcia (McQuaid) Marino ’09 Vice President of Finance, Crossroads Rhode Island SANDWICH, MA

Kelsey J. Marquis ’10 President & CEO, cPort Credit Union PORTLAND, ME

Vimbai T. Masiyiwa ’17 Co-Founder and CEO, Batoka Africa UNITED KINGDOM

Curtis L. Oakley, Jr. ’16 Senior Manager, Basketball Analyst & Insights Lead, National Basketball Association SECAUCUS, NJ

Juan Pablo “JP” Roda ’15 Chief Commercial Officer, Cerámica Gladymar SANTA CRUZ, BOLIVIA

Zachary Rosenow ’08 Director of Sales, Spotify SUMMIT, NJ

Gabriella E. Rossi ’12 Director of Operations & Community Engagement, Essence Development NEW YORK, NY

Kathryn “Kate” Sembor Wishart ’25MBA Executive Director, South County Health Foundation, South County Health GREENE, RI

David Shim ’10

Financial Restructuring Attorney, Dentons US LLP NEW YORK, NY

Alex Silva ’09 Chief Financial Officer, John Hancock BOSTON, MA

Sela (Ogada) Stockley ’10 Senior Associate, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP BOSTON, MA

Will C. Tondo ’19 Co-Founder and COO, RestauRent WARREN, RI

Jamie (Fishman) Van Iderstine ’10 Executive Vice President, Market Access, Lumanity FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ

George N. Vasvatekis ’11 President, East End Ventures, Inc. SIASCONSET, MA

Kevin Ward ’10 Founder & Owner, Coastal Creamery & Buzz Coffee NORTH READING, MA

Reflections and Insights

On April 17, 40 Under 40 honorees were invited back to campus to meet with students and faculty, explore new areas of campus, and celebrate their accomplishments. Read on to hear more about their reflections from the day’s events.

“I had the privilege of spending a full day with Bryant University’s inaugural 40 Under 40 class — and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. The caliber of people in that room was genuinely humbling.”

BRENT M. LAVITT ‘15

“Years ago, I left Bolivia to study at Bryant University, where I learned how the world does business and how organizations think and grow. Those years shaped the way I work and lead today. Bryant played an important role in who I am professionally. Being recognized now as part of my alma mater’s inaugural 40 Under 40 class — selected from nearly 14,500 alumni — is truly an honor.”

JUAN

PABLO (JP) RODA ’15

Honored to be part of Bryant University’s inaugural 40 Under 40 class. From the classroom to the football field, the lessons, experiences, and people I met during my time at Bryant all played a role in where I am today.”

LINDSEY R. GAMBLE ’10

“Incredibly honored to be named to Bryant’s 40 Under 40. When I first stepped on campus in 2015, I never would’ve imagined something like this. Bryant played a huge role in shaping who I am today, and I’m forever grateful for that experience.”

WILL C. TONDO ’19

“Being selected from a class of 15,000 former students to join a cohort of 40 outstanding alumni under 40 – is that an honor? Or a responsibility? I believe it’s both. Recognition at this level doesn’t just celebrate what you’ve done, it quietly demands more of what you’re capable of.”

JUDE K. ADDO ’11, FROM HIS ADDRESS AT THE 40 UNDER 40 CELEBRATION

“It was my honor to be back on campus as part of the Bryant University Alumni inaugural 40 Under 40 class. The Bryant I saw was the Bryant I remember and SO much more. From the brand new, state-of-the-art psychology lab to the incredible entrepreneurship center featuring student founders sharing their business stories… I was so impressed from top to bottom.”

JAMIE (FISHMAN) VAN IDERSTINE ’10

“ What the university gave me then — community, mentorship, and the permission to show up fully as myself — built everything I am today. To Bryant — thank you for being the open door.”

SYMPHONE’E (WILLOUGHBY)

LINDSEY ‘08

“Bryant was my first home in the U.S. and played such an important role in shaping both my personal and professional journey. The foundation I built there continues to guide me today, and I'm deeply grateful for that experience.”

SELA (OGADA) STOCKLEY ’10

“This [honor] is a reflection of the incredible people I was lucky to share my classes with during my MBA program. I’m proud to be part of the Bryant community and look forward to continuing to advance work that strengthens access to high-quality, community-based healthcare.”

KATHRYN “KATE” SEMBOR WISHART ’25MBA

2026 ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

ALUMNI CELEBRATIONS

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It falls on Jude Addo ’11, founder and chief executive officer of JA Group and a member of Bryant’s Global Advisory Council, to give a speech on behalf of the class. “The Bulldog spirit is about going from an underdog to becoming the top dog,” argues Addo. “And that is the spirit I believe every single member of this class carries in abundance.”

Today’s gathering is also an opportunity to pay tribute to the school they all love, he reflects. “I came here with a colleague and a dear friend of mine,” Addo says. “And as we approached Bryant’s gate, I told him, ‘Here lies the greatest university in the world.’

Sandwiched between important discussions and collaborations, this portion of the day is more of a party.

As the alumni mingle, representing different decades of Bryant history and a wide range of life experiences, the conversation is robust, and the hall is filled with laughter and smiles as the alumni reconnect and make new friends.

“What a special evening for Bryant,” proclaims David Wegrzyn ’86, P’23 vice president for University Advancement to the crowd gathered in the Janikies Innovation Forum of the university’s Quinlan/Brown

“Through your professional achievements, your service to others, and your continued generosity, you exemplify the values that define a Bryant education — and the meaningful impact it can have well beyond our campus. The strength of our university is built on the engagement of exceptional alumni and faculty like you.”

ROSS GITTELL, P h .D. BRYANT UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT

Academic Innovation Center, which is fully decked out in black and gold for the 2026 Alumni Achievement Awards. “Tonight, we honor and celebrate our Alumni Achievement Award recipients, an exceptional group that represents the very best of Bryant. Their accomplishments speak to the talent, drive, leadership, and sense of purpose that are hallmarks of a Bryant education.”

In his own address, Bryant University President Ross Gittell, Ph.D., notes that the university’s rising rankings

and renown owe much to community members like those being honored tonight.

“Through your professional achievements, your service to others, and your continued generosity, you exemplify the values that define a Bryant education — and the meaningful impact it can have well beyond our campus,” praises Gittell. “The strength of our university is built on the engagement of exceptional alumni and faculty like you.”

In speeches thanking their families and their mentors, the five Distinguished Alumni Award honorees also reflect on how Bryant has aided them throughout their lives.

While accepting the Nelson J. Gulski Alumni Service Award, Laurie (Barron) Fromer ’92, P’22 and Jason S. Fromer ’92, P’22, capture the spirit of the day.

“To be recognized by a place that has shaped so much of our lives, individually, together, and as a family, means more than we can say,” Laurie notes. “There is a special feeling that we get every time we drive onto this campus, and I am sure you all know what I am talking about. It is a mix of nostalgia, pride, and an unmistakable sense that we are coming home.”

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Read on to learn more about this year’s Alumni Achievement Awardees.

In Their Own Words

Bryant celebrated nine of the university’s most accomplished alumni and faculty at the annual Alumni Achievement Awards Ceremony the evening of April 17. Read on for excerpts from the awardees’ remarks.

“Bryant’s curriculum forced me to explore all areas of business, and when I took my first finance course from the legendary Professor Peter Nigro, I knew instantly that my future was about to change. My experience at Bryant was foundational in shaping both my career and the person I am today.”

Joseph C. Capezza, Jr. ’08

Emerging Leaders Award

“I strongly believe that education is what shapes and molds societies. It is what changes a family’s economic trajectory. It is the engine for innovation It creates the basis for our citizens to make sound civic and political decisions. It is the glue that can unite communities, and it is the beacon for how we live our lives.”

Gerald L. Cooper ’96

Distinguished Alumni Award

“Looking back, I can trace a direct line from what I learned here to how I operate today as a Chief Financial Officer and general partner. The critical thinking, practical judgment, and the ability to look at an organization and ask, ‘How do we make this better?’ Those instincts were sharpened right here.”

Jennifer (Sa) Martin ’05MBA

Distinguished Alumni Award

“When I think back to what made Bryant successful, it’s about the skills. It’s about critical thinking. It’s about problem-solving, collaboration, and teamwork. It’s much bigger than the individual degree or education. It’s about that experience that will set future graduates up to be so successful.”

Denise E.

(LaPointe)

Distinguished Alumni Award

Millard ’96

“My experience at Bryant was a special time in my life. I saw firsthand how the spirit of determination and perseverance can affect outcomes. Bryant taught me the value of community, the importance of character, that leadership really matters, and most significantly, how to face and overcome academic challenges.”

David P. Tikoian ’90

Distinguished Alumni Award

“Bryant felt like home immediately. The people I met and the vibe on campus captured me, and my experience here was filled with learning. Building relationships with faculty and my coaches left indelible marks on me. I matured a lot during my time here, and I built lifelong friendships, people who have been with me since my time at Bryant.”

Noel Watson ’97

Distinguished Alumni Award

“The definition of a vocation – which is what I truly believe teaching is – includes passion in service to others Every educator in this room would literally be out of work if not for the students. I thank each and every one of them for allowing me the honor to be part of their lives.”

Robert Massoud

Distinguished Faculty Award

“Receiving the Gulski Service Award is more than an honor. It’s a reminder of the responsibility and the joy of giving back to a place that has given so much to our family. We are proud to be part of Bryant’s past and excited to be part of Bryant’s future.”

Laurie (Barron) Fromer ’92, P’22 and Jason S. Fromer ’92, P’22 Nelson J. Gulski Alumni Service Award

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD: This award recognizes a Bryant alumnus or alumna with a record of outstanding professional achievement or community service. Such distinction may include the fields of education, science, business, government, sports, the arts, or other areas.

Gerald Cooper ’96, Partner and Global Co-head of Secondaries at Campbell Lutyens, was drawn to Bryant for its business acumen and its strong emphasis on global business. He didn’t have an exact career path in mind beyond his central focus on finance, but his willingness to step into uncertainty has definitely paid off.

Over the last 20 years, Gerald has built his career by consistently taking on roles that didn’t yet exist. He created new structures across different organizations, laying the foundations

Jennifer (Sa) Martin ’05MBA Distinguished Alumni Award

Jennifer (Sa) Martin ’05MBA, General Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, has built a distinguished career by combining strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a deep instinct for organizational improvement.

Early in her career, Jennifer stood out for her ability to solve complex problems, strengthen systems, and

for scaling enterprises alongside the markets they serve.

“I’ve always taken calculated risks, and I’ve always jumped at the opportunity to build something new,” says Gerald.

After graduating from Bryant, Gerald began to do exactly that. Inspired by his study abroad experience in Paris, he began his career at Bankers Trust through a global rotational program, gaining valuable experience across different areas of investment banking. He pursued an international assignment in Hong Kong, where he spent three and a half years during a period of rapid growth in Asian capital markets. This experience proved invaluable to the next steps in Gerald’s career.

“My time in Asia was really helpful in allowing me to see how business is done in different places,” he says. “You have to adapt to the local way of doing things, especially in your communication style and how you work with people.”

Doing business in an emerging market like Hong Kong, Gerald gained early, hands-on experience on small deal teams. That exposure helped accelerate his growth and positioned him to take on larger roles and opportunities upon his return to the United States. Following Bankers Trust’s acquisition, he joined Deutsche Bank, helping build its equity capital markets presence in the region.

He later returned to the US to pursue his MBA. After graduation, he spent a few years working in private equity before joining UBS Investment

improve the way organizations operate.

“I was always drawn to identifying gaps and figuring out how to make things work better,” she says. “That mindset helped accelerate my career because I wasn’t focused only on execution — I was focused on

Bank, where he helped establish its new secondary private equity business and grow UBS from a small upstart into a market leader. After 12 years in that role, Gerald was ready for a new challenge. Rather than joining an already established platform, he chose an opportunity to build again.

In late 2016, he joined Campbell Lutyens when the firm was still relatively small and its secondaries presence in the U.S. was not fully developed.

Over the years, he has grown the secondaries team to more than 90 people globally — the same size as the firm itself when he first joined.

Today, Gerald advises major investors on selling private market assets and managing complex liquidity solutions.

Today, Gerald is a Partner and Global Co-head of Secondaries at Campbell Lutyens, advising major investors on selling private market assets and managing complex liquidity solutions. He also sits on the management committee and operating committee at Campbell Lutyens and is responsible for helping guide the strategic direction of the broader organization.

“My proudest moments are developing people and managing a team for success,” he says.

That philosophy is rooted in lessons that trace back to his time at Bryant. In a close-knit environment, he found himself surrounded by driven peers who pushed him to raise his own expectations. One relationship in particular stands out.

transition into private equity and began a career path that would lead to top executive leadership.

Jennifer spent nearly 15 years at Providence Equity Partners, where she advanced from senior associate to chief financial officer — a reflection

“What I find most rewarding is building better

ways of

working that enable other people to succeed.”

improvement and long-term impact.”

That instinct was further developed during her time at Bryant, where she completed her MBA part-time while working. Through hands-on coursework and real-world business projects, she strengthened the practical, analytical, and operational skills that would later define her leadership style.

“Looking back, the work we were doing was incredibly relevant to the kind of leadership and problem-solving I rely on every day,” she says.

The program’s flexibility allowed her to continue advancing professionally while strengthening the critical thinking, adaptability, and practical judgment that would become central to her success.

After earning her MBA, Jennifer joined Ernst & Young, where her work with financial services clients introduced her to the private equity industry. Drawn to its pace, complexity, and strategic nature, she made the

“My proudest moments are developing people and managing a team for success.”

“My roommate and closest friend set the pace for me,” he says. “And that drive has stuck with me ever since.”

It is a principle that continues to shape how he leads. High-performing teams, in his opinion, are built on shared accountability, strong communication, and a clear sense of collective achievement.

“A successful team is one where everyone is rewarded for the team’s performance, not for one individual’s performance,” he says.

That focus on people extends beyond the workplace. Gerald serves on the board of Breakthrough New York, an organization dedicated to expanding access to education for students in under-resourced communities. Through mentorship, internships, and exposure to career paths, he works to help students see opportunities they may not otherwise know exist.

“Education is the gateway to success,” he says. “It can change economic trajectories.”

For Gerald, exposure to different opportunities has been a driving force in his own journey. Each step in his career has come from seeing what’s possible and choosing to pursue it.

“Unless you can see what’s out there, it’s really difficult to figure out where you need to go,” he says.

build the path to get there,” she says.

One of the aspects of leadership Jennifer values most is helping others succeed. She is intentional about building a culture where team members feel empowered to contribute, think critically, and continuously improve the quality of their work.

of both her leadership and the impact of her contributions. Over time, she became known for building strong financial infrastructure, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and identifying opportunities to create lasting value across the firm.

“What I find most rewarding is building better ways of working that enable other people to succeed,” Jennifer says.

Today, as General Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, Jennifer brings that same mindset to leadership at the highest level. She helps shape the firm’s operational and financial infrastructure, partners on investment strategy and long-term planning, and works to ensure the organization is positioned for continued growth and success.

“A big part of leadership is thinking not just about where you are today, but where you want to go and how to

“I love when someone says, ‘I have an idea,’” she says. “The best organizations are built by people who feel empowered to contribute, and I remember being the junior person with those ideas once, too.”

Jennifer is deeply committed to mentorship and community impact. In addition to supporting and developing others in her professional life, she is a strong advocate for women in finance and serves on the board of Amos House, a Providence-based nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals overcome poverty and addiction through workforce development and supportive services.

Reflecting on her career, Jennifer emphasizes that her path was shaped less by a rigid plan than by a willingness to pursue meaningful work, embrace new challenges, and continue growing as a leader.

“If I could give my younger self advice, I would say: stay confident, keep learning, and trust that consistent hard work and curiosity will open the right doors,” Jennifer says.

Gerald Cooper ’96 Distinguished Alumni Award

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD: This award recognizes a Bryant alumnus or alumna with a record of outstanding professional achievement or community service. Such distinction may include the fields of education, science, business, government, sports, the arts, or other areas.

Denise (LaPointe) Millard ’96

Distinguished Alumni Award

At a company generating more than $100 billion in revenue, Denise (LaPointe) Millard ’96 oversees the partner ecosystem responsible for half of it.

As the Chief Partnership Officer at Dell Technologies, Denise oversees Dell’s partner ecosystem, which extends Dell’s reach by combining Dell’s essential technology with partners’ unique technology and expertise to create innovative, end-to-end solutions for customers. Her organization sets Dell’s partner strategy and vision,

David Tikoian ’90 has made a career out of improving the lives of his neighbors. Whether it was working on infrastructure projects with Lynch Construction; serving as a Rhode Island State Trooper; or representing the people of Smithfield, North Providence, and Lincoln as a State Senator, his community has remained a constant focal point.

enablement, and program design and experience. At the heart of Denise’s approach is a simple belief: good business is built on strong relationships.

with a degree in Marketing and minors in International Business and Psychology, Denise joined EMC. When Dell acquired EMC in 2016, she was asked to step into

“Your network matters. Understanding people puts you in a position to get to the right outcome and make it a win-win.”

“People do business with people that they like,” she says. “When you work with people that you like and trust, business is easier and things get done.”

Her passion for connecting with customers and enabling sales and partner organizations has been a constant throughout her 28+ year career. She has held senior executive roles leading Sales Operations, Channel Sales, Learning and Enablement, Field Marketing, Sales Strategy, and Professional Services — experience that prepared her for her current role.

Denise’s strength in building relationships is rooted in her understanding of people. She doesn’t separate business strategy and relationships — she blends them.

“I always loved to observe how people behave,” she says. That instinct has shaped how she leads. Understanding people’s motivations helps her create common ground and shared interests, which she believes are the foundation of great partnerships.

Shortly after graduating from Bryant

“These are my roots, and these are my people,” he says. “There are a lot of nice places around the world, but none of them are as nice as Rhode Island.”

Today, he serves as the Senate Majority Whip, the third-highest ranking position on the Senate leadership team. His job is to coordinate the work of the chamber, guiding legislation and supporting his colleagues as they navigate complex issues. The role requires balancing priorities across different constituencies while building consensus and maintaining strong working relationships within the Senate.

“With rank comes responsibility,” he says, adding that his work requires a high degree of transparency, accountability, and relationship building to pass critical legislation. “When people come together, good things happen.”

In addition to serving in Rhode Island’s part-time state legislature, David is also the Deputy General Manager of the Providence Water Supply Board, where he oversees several departments, including customer service, personnel, finance, and cybersecurity.

When he’s not at work or in session at the State House, David makes it a point to be in his community, regularly attending local events, and staying connected to residents. Each week, he tries to be present during at least two different community events, a goal he typically surpasses.

a new field marketing role — even though the structure of the combined company was still being defined.

“I wasn’t sure what the future would hold and longevity of the role with the integration, but it was an important milestone in my career.”

From that uncertainty came two pivotal moments. First, the leader who asked her to lean into the unknown became a mentor and sponsor, ultimately helping her transition into her next move.

Then came the second: “I got to be part of the biggest technology merger in history and lead the go to market team that brought two of the best sales organizations together,” she says. “It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

“I haven’t felt the need to move outside the company because I had really good sponsors and many opportunities to try various roles,” she says. “One company does not mean one career.” Now, she is intentional about paying that forward by advocating for others and helping them navigate their own careers.

“No one could say the last time they saw me was when I was asking for their vote,” he says. “I try to answer every single email, phone call, and text. It’s all about creating relationships and never forgetting where you come from.”

“When you work with people that you like and trust, business is easier and things get done.”

After earning his Associate’s degree at the Community College of Rhode Island, he transferred to Bryant, a decision that would shape the trajectory of his career. At Bryant, David approached his studies with a renewed sense of purpose.

“I spent a lot of time in the library,” he says. “I had faith that hard work works.”

David’s hard work paid off, graduating 11th in his class with honors and a Business Management degree that would prove more versatile than he initially imagined.

After graduation, he returned to the construction industry, working for Lynch Construction in both estimating and field operations, putting the concepts he learned in business school into practice. But he found himself drawn to something different. Inspired by role models in his community, he pursued a long-held goal of joining the Rhode Island State Police. In 1992, he

“You want people to advocate for you,” she says. “Sponsors are the ones who go the extra mile for you when you’re not in the room.”

Those themes — strong relationships, a deep understanding of people, and a commitment to helping others succeed — have been there from the beginning.

One of Denise’s earliest experiences building those connections came at Bryant, where she met her roommate, Susan Genovese ’96, during freshman orientation. They quickly bonded over shared values, including a deep sense of loyalty and close ties to family.

“We were both fiercely loyal, had strong families and came from similar backgrounds,” she says. “We decided to room together and never looked back. She’s one of my closest friends to this day.”

Bryant’s close-knit environment encouraged students to form meaningful connections and build lasting networks — lessons that stayed with her. Through her studies in business and psychology, she began to understand not just how organizations work, but how people think, interact, and make decisions – insight that continues to shape her leadership today.

“Your network matters,” she says. “Understanding people puts you in a position to get to the right outcome and make it a win-win.”

was selected from a highly competitive applicant pool and entered the academy.

Over the next 25 years, David built a distinguished career in law enforcement. He rose through the ranks to become a Major and Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing a $100 million budget and nearly 250 personnel. Along the way, he served on the governor’s security detail, gaining an inside look at state government and developing relationships that would later shape his path.

After retiring from the State Police in 2017, David was encouraged to reenter the field and serve as police chief of a local police department in need of strong leadership. Bolstered by his business and management education at Bryant, he turned the department around, securing accreditation, leading a major capital project, and rebuilding trust in leadership — all in about three years.

“I look at challenges as opportunities,” he says. “It was one of the most rewarding parts of my career.”

That same perspective guided his transition into public service. David was elected to the Smithfield Town Council and later to the Rhode Island State Senate, where he is currently serving his second term.

For David, the measure of success is found in the impact he has on others.

“When you can have a positive impact on someone’s life,” he says, “there’s nothing better than that.”

David Tikoian ’90 Distinguished Alumni Award

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD: This award recognizes a Bryant alumnus or alumna with a record of outstanding professional achievement or community service. Such distinction may include the fields of education, science, business, government, sports, the arts, or other areas.

Early in his career, Noel Watson ’97, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer of LegalZoom, came to a realization that would fundamentally shape how he operates as a leader: insight alone isn’t enough — impact requires a voice.

“I realized that having a point of view doesn’t matter if you’re not willing to put it on the table,” he says. “Once I started speaking up — sharing ideas, challenging assumptions — that’s when things really started to change for me.”

That shift became a defining moment. By leaning into discomfort and taking

measured risks, Noel accelerated his trajectory and developed a leadership style grounded in engagement, accountability, and action.

In his current role, he’s helped lead the company through a period of significant evolution, including its 2021 initial public offering (IPO). His path to that role, however, was anything but conventional.

After graduating from Bryant with a degree in Accounting, Noel began his career at Arthur Andersen. While the experience gave him a rigorous technical foundation, it quickly became clear that his ambitions extended beyond public accounting.

“I didn’t want to just evaluate businesses,” he says. “I wanted to help build them.”

That instinct led him into the startup ecosystem during the early days of the internet economy. In those fast-moving environments, he took on a broad range of finance responsibilities, gaining a hands-on understanding of how companies grow and operate.

He later joined TripAdvisor in its early stages and spent more than a decade helping scale the business into a global leader. As Chief Accounting Officer, he played a central role in the company’s separation from Expedia, helping establish the financial and operational infrastructure needed to operate as an independent public company.

Just as important as the systems he helped build was the team behind them.

“Having a point of view doesn’t matter if you’re not willing to put it on the table.”

“You can have the right strategy and the right systems, but none of it works without the right team,” he says. “A big part of my role was making sure we had people who were not only highly capable but aligned on what we were trying to accomplish and how we were going to get there.”

That emphasis on alignment and shared accountability reflects a mindset Noel developed much earlier in life.

As a student-athlete on the basketball team he learned that individual talent alone doesn’t drive outcomes — success comes from bringing people together around a common goal and holding each other to a high standard.

“In competitive environments, everyone has ability,” he says. “What separates teams is how well they work together, how they push each other, and whether they’re truly committed to the same objective. That lesson has carried through my entire career.”

He went on to become CFO of TrueCar during a period of leadership transition and organizational change. While challenging, it also created a unique opportunity to rethink how the company operated.

“When there’s that much change, you have a chance to reset culture, strategy, and how decisions get made,” he says. “Those moments are where you can create real progress.”

That experience proved highly relevant when he joined LegalZoom. Within months, the company was preparing to go public. Noel helped lead the IPO effort, overseeing the rapid buildout of systems, controls, and teams required to operate as a public company.

From his start date to the IPO, the timeline was roughly seven months.

“It was an intense stretch,” he says. “You’re moving fast, solving problems as they come, and relying heavily on cross-functional coordination. It reinforces how critical alignment and execution are at that stage.”

In 2024, his role expanded to include COO responsibilities, reflecting the scope of his involvement across the business, from capital allocation and planning to execution and performance management.

Throughout his career, Noel has consistently gravitated toward roles that bridge finance and operations. He sees the modern CFO not just as a steward of financial discipline, but as a partner in driving the business forward.

“Finance should be at the center of how decisions get made,” he says. “If you’re close enough to the business, you are both measuring performance and helping to shape it.”

EMERGING LEADERS AWARD: This award recognizes an alumnus or alumna for growth and early success in their profession and for their service to Bryant University.

Joseph “Joe” Capezza Jr. ’08

Emerging Leaders Award

Wealth management can look the same on paper — portfolios, returns, performance. But for Joseph “Joe” Capezza Jr. ’08, the difference comes down to something less measurable: whether the person on the other end of the phone feels known, or just managed.

“It takes years for people to trust you with their money,” says Joe. “This is not just a performance-based business, it’s a relationship business.”

When he founded Cove Private Wealth in 2021, Joe knew that building strong relationships with his clients would be a major differentiator in the highly commoditized wealth management space.

management with large wealth management firms. Over the course of a decade, he gained valuable experience and worked his way into leadership positions and managed significant portfolios.

“I can get you a market return just as well as the next guy can. The difference is that I’ve built my business on trust, listening, and respect.”

“I can get you a market return just as well as the next guy can,” he says. “The difference is that I’ve built my business on trust, listening, and respect.”

That philosophy didn’t emerge overnight. It was shaped during his time at Bryant, where the university’s interdisciplinary approach to business education emphasized communication, connection, and leadership alongside technical expertise.

As an undergraduate, Joe majored in Finance, which gave him the fundamental skills to kickstart a successful financial career in portfolio

At the same time, he noticed that the client experience often took a back seat to broader organizational priorities. To Joe, it didn’t feel like a client-focused business, and the work no longer felt connected to the reasons he entered the field in the first place.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, when clients began calling him directly, Joe realized he could do the work on his own. He began building the infrastructure behind the scenes, and once it was in place, he made the decision to resign.

That decision didn’t come without considerable risk, however. He and his wife, Kristen Capezza ’09, had just welcomed their second child, and his career was thriving.

“I woke up and I said to Kristen, I’m going to resign today,” he says. Both of

them were nervous, but when his first client agreement came through, Joe remembers feeling a rush of relief — and the validation that he was going in the right direction.

“That was the most rewarding feeling,” Joe says. “I was like, ‘I did this.’”

Joe’s minor in Communication was critical to his ability to successfully run his own enterprise in the next phase of his career.

“At Bryant, I wasn’t in a silo,” Joe remembers of his undergraduate years. He credits skills such as public speaking, professional writing, and active listening — all critical to building client relationships and gaining the confidence to start his own business — to the time he spent outside his finance courses.

“All of that ties into the person that I am today,” he says.

Now, with more than 15 years of experience in private wealth management, Joe oversees nearly a billion dollars in client assets, delivering personalized investment and planning solutions to individuals, families, and foundations. He brought on his first partner in 2024 and added another advisor earlier this year.

Noel Watson ’97 Distinguished Alumni Award

NELSON J. GULSKI ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD: This award recognizes an alumnus or alumna with a record of exemplary and longstanding volunteer service to the University or the Alumni Association. Such service will have enhanced the name, prestige, or educational excellence of the University or significantly furthered the outreach and professionalism of the Association. This award is named for Nelson J. Gulski ’26, ’72H, ’92H, whose association with Bryant as a student, teacher, administrator, and trustee spanned more than 70 years.

Laurie (Barron) Fromer ’92, P’22, and Jason Fromer ’92, P ’22

For Laurie (Barron) Fromer ’92, P’22, and Jason Fromer ’92, P ’22, their fondest memories of their undergraduate years at Bryant lie in the little things — including Student Senate meetings, living in the dorms, Greek life, and campus traditions.

What stood out the most were the people they met — including each other.

“I felt like I just exhaled, and I just met my people there. Including Jason,” says Laurie.

From the moment they first set foot on campus, the Fromers recognized the institution as a place that would shape their lives. While their love story didn’t officially begin until later, the Fromers credit Bryant with being the special place that set their journey in motion.

“Bryant made you feel very welcome,” he says. They met during their first week at Bryant, became close friends, and years later built a life together. As Jason says, “I knew right away. It just took her a while to come around.”

After graduation, Jason transitioned to a successful career in finance, working for firms such as Soros Fund Management and State Street as a senior trader across global currency and derivatives markets. Laurie went on to work as an analyst for Transamerica Corp. and later worked at PepsiCo before stepping away from her career to focus on raising their children.

Over the years, they returned to campus for Homecoming and reunions with college friends. Decades later, after walking through the Archway themselves, one of their two children, Thomas “Tom” Fromer ’22, decided to attend Bryant. As Laurie and Jason watched

Tom embark on his own journey, they realized how his experience mirrored their own. That connection pulled the Fromers back into the Bryant community.

“Visiting got us engaged again,” says Jason. “Being back feels like home.”

What began as visits to campus soon grew into deeper involvement as they looked for ways to support the same experience that had shaped them and, now, their son.

Now a Managing Director at Manulife Financial, Jason regularly visits campus to speak with Finance students, providing advice and mentorship opportunities through classroom visits and involvement with groups such as the Student Finance Association and the Archway Investment Fund. He also welcomes students into his professional network, helping them explore careers in the industry and gain real-world perspective.

“Answering questions about my career and providing guidance, it’s a high point for me,” says Jason. “It’s as much about giving back to the university as it is helping young people make decisions that will affect the rest of their lives.”

Both he and Laurie feel that paying forward the mentorship and guidance they were afforded as students is essential to student success.

“People did it for us, so we really should be doing it for them,” Jason adds.

Laurie, a Merchandising Operations Associate at Saks Fifth Avenue, has been an equally engaged partner in their efforts, helping to foster relationships across the Bryant community. Together, the Fromers have become active ambassadors for the university, hosting regional events on Cape Cod that bring alumni together and strengthen ties to Bryant’s mission and vision. They further deepened their involvement at the university as members and later co-chairs of the Parents Leadership Council, supporting both students and families, helping build a strong sense of community, and providing their perspective as parents to the university.

“Sometimes you want to be involved, but it’s hard to know how or where to start,” she says. “But when we were asked, it was an easy yes.”

Their commitment also extends to philanthropy. The Fromers have generously supported Bryant through its recent capital campaigns and established the Fromer Family Endowed Scholarship Fund to provide opportunities for students with strong potential to succeed.

“Bryant holds such a huge place in our hearts,” says Laurie. “As students and as alumni and parents, we saw that Bryant wants you to succeed, not just in your profession but as a human being.”

DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD: Full-time faculty members who have been employed by the University for at least three consecutive years are eligible for this award. The candidate is nominated in recognition of their devotion to teaching, their dedication to the profession, and their personal concern for, and commitment to, students.

Robert “Rob” Massoud Distinguished Faculty Award

Robert “Rob” Massoud didn’t set out to be a professor. He actually studied to be a priest.

What followed was a career that moved from the classroom to the corporate world — and back again — guided by a core tenet: his desire to help people find their path.

“Teaching is a vocation that’s more than just imparting knowledge,” Rob says.

“It’s actually sharing your life, sharing your stories. And what I love to do most is influence people.”

After graduating from the Catholic University of America, Rob realized the priesthood wasn’t the right fit, and went on to teach high school for a few years before venturing into the corporate world. He built a productive career of more than 35 years in project and operations management at organizations like Kronos, Inc., Fidelity Investments, and CVS Health — without any formal business training.

Instead, he developed his career by relying on soft skills like communication, organization and problem solving, supporting those around him and enabling them to succeed — a key lesson he passes on to his students today.

“75 percent of your job as a manager is people,” Rob says. “Good managers treat their team like people. You buy them lunch once in a while, visit their desk, ask how they’re doing. A title alone doesn’t make you a manager. It’s what you do with it.”

Rob’s teaching style emulates that approach. He takes a vested interest in his students’ success, joking that he has office hours, but doesn’t keep them. Rather, he’s available whenever his students need him.

“I think they recognize I care about them as people,” he says. “You need to talk to me? Those are my office hours.”

A lecturer in Bryant’s Management Department for nearly a decade, Rob teaches project management classes each semester and is the Project Management Concentration Coordinator. He also teaches in the Project Management Certificate program through Bryant’s Accelerator Program and facilitates the MBA Bootcamp course.

“75 percent of your job as a manager is people.”

Beyond the classroom, Rob is deeply engaged in the Bryant community. Much of his time is spent on campus — even on his days without classes — working with the various groups and organizations he oversees and meeting with his students.

In addition to advising the Bryant Management Association, Omicron Delta Kappa, and the Women’s Lacrosse and Softball teams, Rob serves on the IDEA Leadership Team, the Day of Understanding planning committee, and is the faculty lead for Project Playhouse, a nonprofit organization

run by project management students that works with local high schools to build and design playhouses for severely ill children.

“No, I’m not doing too much,” he says. Rob doesn’t see this work as extra, he sees it as part of what makes his job so fulfilling. “Doing things that students thank you for, that fills my cup.”

One of Rob’s greatest assets in the classroom is his real-world advice and perspective, and it’s also what made Bryant feel like the right fit from the start. He values the university’s approach to blending theory with practice by bringing together research-driven faculty and professionals who have spent years in the field.

“My course is nothing but my stories and examples of what I did,” he says. “Students get the academic perspective, and they get someone who’s done the work. That’s what makes Bryant graduates so well rounded.”

For Rob, that impact doesn’t end in the classroom. It shows up in what his students go on to do next.

“Every single time one of my kids tells me they get a job, or an interview, or an internship, it’s my best day,” Rob says. “I have a hundred best days every semester.”

Nelson J. Gulski Alumni Service Award

PHILANTHROPY UPDATE

Bryant’s building momentum

David C. Wegrzyn ’86, P’23 Vice President for University Advancement

As we reflect on the last academic year, it’s clear that this has been a defining moment for Bryant.

Over the past several months, President Ross Gittell, Ph.D., and I have spent more time on the road than ever before. At each event, we’ve shared Bryant’s evolution through the Vision 2030 Strategic Plan, demonstrating how we’re elevating the student experience, expanding opportunities, and strengthening our position as a leader in higher education.

The energy in each of these spaces was palpable. Our community is seeing Bryant’s vision truly come into focus — and the best part is that we’re just getting started.

Since January, we’ve connected with alumni and friends across the United States in Florida, Arizona, California, New York, and New Jersey. Globally, we’ve been to London, Ghana, and India, where President Gittell made his first visit to the country on Bryant’s behalf. Last year after London, we launched the Bryant Global Advisory Council, bringing together leaders to strengthen Bryant’s international presence and partnerships. In Ghana, we proudly launched the Ghana Alumni Network and continued building relationships that are expanding Bryant’s reach across Africa.

Bryant’s alumni network continues to strengthen the university’s momentum by opening doors, creating opportunities for students, and expanding connections worldwide.

We are also seeing Bryant’s visibility rise on an international stage. Earlier this year, Bryant was selected as an official base camp site for the FIFA World Cup 26™, where we will host the Ghana National Team as they prepare for competition. It is an extraordinary moment for our campus and a reflection of the strength of our facilities, our people, and our growing global presence.

Wherever we traveled, we saw how our community is energized by Bryant’s growth in health and behavioral sciences, business and STEM integration, artificial intelligence, and experiential learning opportunities that continue to distinguish a Bryant education. They’re excited to see Bryant preparing students to lead in a rapidly changing world while staying grounded in the tight-knit community that has always defined this institution.

That enthusiasm was especially evident during this year’s 40 Under 40 celebration and the annual Alumni Achievement Awards, which brought together the largest gathering of Bryant alumni honorees in university history. The 40 Under 40 list is the first of its kind for Bryant and celebrates those whose impact is already significant — and still growing. Together, these recognitions highlight the incredible impact Bryant alumni are making across industries and communities worldwide. Throughout this issue, you’ll find a collection of social media reflections, quotes from honoree speeches, and photos from the event that captured this incredible day.

Bryant’s alumni network continues to strengthen the university’s momentum by opening doors, creating opportunities for students, and expanding connections worldwide. That growing visibility has brought prospective students, alumni, business leaders, and partners from across the globe to campus this spring to see firsthand the innovation and energy taking shape in Smithfield.

As Bryant prepares for the public launch of its campaign this October, there is a strong sense that the university is entering an exciting new chapter fueled by a community deeply invested in its future.

Thank you for being part of that momentum. We can’t wait to show you what comes next.

New Recent Alumni Trustee and entrepreneur Vincent Emery ’26 has bold plans for the future of Bryant and beyond

Vincent Emery ’26 has always been good at figuring out how small details add up to the big picture. It’s a skill he’s applied to starting his own businesses — the successful and rapidly growing The Lil’ Rhody Coffee Company, plus a new one in the AI/AgTech space — his education, and even his commitment to service and mentoring his fellow Bryant University students.

“The thing I do better than anything else is pattern match,” notes Emery, a Pawtucket, Rhode Island, native who credits that ability to his neurodiversity and a drive to understand systems and solve problems.

Now Emery aims to bring that mindset to his role as Bryant University’s 2026 Recent Alumni Trustee, where he’ll help guide Bryant through a rapidly evolving future and ensure students have what they need to succeed.

Each year, Bryant University selects a graduating senior as a full member of its Board of Trustees — a distinction that underscores Bryant’s longstanding commitment to student success and leadership at the highest level of governance. The Recent Alumni Trustee, who serves a three-year term, is chosen from the members of the Bryant Senior Advisory Committee (BSAC) and has demonstrated outstanding service, strategic thinking, and leadership.

Emery’s selection marks the end of a collegiate career marked by a dedication to growth, mentorship, and seizing the moment.

When he was first considering colleges, Emery, a devoted coffee enthusiast, started Lil’ Rhody to help pay for his education and was looking to grow the fledgling startup. But to his surprise, many of the schools he visited seemed to try to talk him out of the enterprise. The risk was too big, they’d say, or he was too young,

Not Bryant, though.

At the annual Scholarship Dinner for prospective students, Emery connected with Professor of Supply Chain Management John Visich, Ph.D., and the two discussed the possibilities for Emery’s company and the practical steps he might take to get there. That conversation led to others with faculty from different departments, who didn’t try to discourage him but instead helped him grow.

“There was a culture here of people encouraging each other to try things and even if they failed, that was ok, as long as they learned something and could apply that to what they did next,” says Emery. “That’s when I was in.”

Bryant, Emery says, is perfectly positioned for the future, and he’s excited to help shape that future as the Recent Alumni Trustee. “I think Bryant University is going to be a hub of economic development — not just for the state but for the region,” he says confidently. “We have a long history of people who

have graduated from here and made an impact, and I think we’re going to see even more of that.”

Emery, who is working on starting a business at the intersection of artificial intelligence and agricultural technology, sees his role on the Bryant Board of Trustees as an opportunity to help the university take advantage of this moment.

“Bryant, in my judgment, is already ahead of the curve with its embrace of AI and focus on student entrepreneurship,” he says. ”We already have the winning formula: We have the faculty, the programs, the resources, leadership, and a culture that supports students taking risks.”

Going forward, he aims to smooth the path for other aspiring Bryant student-entrepreneurs and advocate on behalf of Bryant’s neurodivergent students — to remove the pieces of the pattern that impede their progress.

Emery will continue to make his mark on campus in other ways as well. In addition to organizing a student-run news outlet that Emery says will launch this fall on the 80th anniversary of The Archway, Bryant’s flagship student newspaper, he’ll also be opening the Black and Gold coffee shop this fall, the first student-run business on campus since the early 2000s.

The shop will be located in the university’s Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center, just a few steps from the Sprague Center. It’s a perfect location, says Emery, who sees the business as an opportunity to empower its student workers to develop their management and entrepreneurial skills.

“Nobody accomplishes anything in a vacuum,” he notes.

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Vincent Emery ’26 presents the class brick to President Ross Gittell, Ph.D at commencement.

Bryant selected as FIFA World Cup 26TM Base Camp by Ghana National Team

Bryant University has been selected by the Ghana Men’s National Team as its official base camp for FIFA World Cup 26™, positioning the university and the state of Rhode Island on the global stage during one of the world’s premier soccer competitions. Ghana will train at Bryant University.

“Bryant University is honored to welcome the Ghana Men’s National Team and to serve as its official training base for FIFA World Cup 26™,” says Bryant President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “It is a recognition of Bryant’s best-in-class

facilities and the global appeal of our campus and university. We look forward to the partnerships, the visibility, and the enthusiasm that this opportunity will bring to Rhode Island, New England, and well beyond.”

Bryant was selected last fall for inclusion in the FIFA World Cup 26™ Base Camp brochure. To celebrate the achievement, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, State Treasurer James Diossa, and others came together in October at Bryant’s recently dedicated 43,000-square-foot field house, which

“Being selected as a Base Camp for Team Ghana underscores the caliber of Bryant’s campus, our commitment to excellence, and the intentional investments we’ve made to support high-performing student-athletes. It reflects the strength of our integrated approach to academics, athletics, and wellness while creating a moment of pride for our community and a strong connection between Bryant Athletics and the global game.”

BILL SMITH, VICE PRESIDENT FOR ATHLETICS AND RECREATION

features elite training, recovery, and sports medicine spaces designed to support high-performance athletes. State and regional leaders heralded Bryant’s investment in its athletic facilities while thanking the university for working to meet the exacting FIFA World Cup 26™ standards for field quality, security, and professional-level infrastructure.

“Being selected as a Base Camp for Team Ghana underscores the caliber of Bryant’s campus, our commitment to excellence, and the intentional investments we’ve made to support high-performing student-athletes,” says Bill Smith, vice president for athletics and recreation.

Bryant receives landmark gift to establish Hauck AI Performance Labs

Bryant University is pleased to announce a generous gift from Frank ’81 and Marion (Sheahan) Hauck ’81, P’08 to establish the Hauck AI Performance Labs, a signature investment that will accelerate Bryant’s leadership in applied, responsible artificial intelligence.

The gift will advance Bryant’s Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence by combining secure, high-performance AI infrastructure with experiential learning, faculty innovation, and corporate engagement. Located in the Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center, the Hauck AI Performance Labs will connect the Artificial Intelligence Lab, Data Science Lab, and Data Visualization Lab into one applied innovation platform.

“This generous gift from Frank and Marion represents the very best of Bryant’s alumni community, highlighting their ongoing commitment to educating future leaders and ensuring our students are at the forefront of innovation in a world being transformed by AI,” says President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “The Hauck AI Performance Labs will be a powerful resource where students and faculty are at the frontier of advancing performance and learning across professions and disciplines in the AI-enabled economy. This investment will help Bryant prepare graduates who are not only ready to succeed in a rapidly changing environment, but also to shape AI’s impact for years to come.”

Through the gift, Bryant will invest in a powerful applied AI technology stack, including upgraded GPU workstations, NVIDIA GPU accelerators, GPU server nodes, dedicated cooling

and rack infrastructure, high-performance networking, enterprise AI software, model access, security integration, and licensed datasets. These capabilities will support advanced AI experimentation, instruction, content generation, analytics, applied research, corporate projects, and AI-focused innovation challenges and hackathons.

Together, these investments will create a secure AI sandbox where students, faculty, staff, and industry partners can explore, prototype, and apply AI solutions in a setting designed for enterprise expectations around speed, privacy, reliability, and responsible use. The platform will also position Bryant to respond to agentic AI, as organizations shift from stand-alone tools to systems capable of coordinating multi-step work across functions.

“The gift accelerates Bryant’s thought leadership and hands-on learning with AI, ensuring the university has the applied AI infrastructure, culture of

“The gift accelerates Bryant’s thought leadership and hands-on learning with AI, ensuring the university has the applied AI infrastructure, culture of experimentation, and industry-facing platform our students need.”

FRANK

HAUCK ’81, P’08

experimentation, and industry-facing platform our students need,” says Frank Hauck. “Organizations are moving from AI pilots to implementation, and Bryant will be where students and partners test ideas, understand risk, and turn AI into practical value. Marion and I believe this investment will help set Bryant apart among peer institutions and advance its role as a leader in applied AI education.”

Marion Hauck added, “Given our strong ties to Bryant and its long commitment to hands-on learning experiences and interdisciplinary education, this gift represents our hope to build on that legacy and establish Bryant as a national model for responsible AI adoption in higher education. The Hauck AI Performance Labs will give students access to collaborative, technology-enabled spaces where they can work across disciplines, ask better questions, and prepare to lead in a world reshaped by AI.”

The Hauck AI Performance Labs will also include enhancements designed to foster AI collaboration and visibility, including improvements to the AI Lab, and project and collaboration rooms.

“It reflects the strength of our integrated approach to academics, athletics, and wellness while creating a moment of pride for our community and a strong connection between Bryant Athletics and the global game.”

The 2026 FIFA World Cup 26™, the largest in tournament history, will take place from June 11 to July 19 across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This will be Ghana’s fifth appearance in the tournament, having reached the quarterfinals in 2010. This year, Ghana will compete in Group L and will face Panama on June 17 (Toronto), England on June 23 (Boston Stadium), and Croatia on June 27 (Philadelphia).

Selected robotics and VR/XR tools will support exploratory work in embodied AI, simulation, human-computer interaction, immersive learning, and emerging modes of business and industry collaboration.

“I’m grateful to Frank and Marion for their deep commitment to empowering Bryant students to engage with AI through our foundation of experiential learning, cross-disciplinary exploration, and industry collaboration,” says Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. “This investment gives Bryant a peer-differentiating applied AI platform with secure on-premises compute, high-performance GPU capacity, enterprise model access, licensed datasets, immersive and robotics tools, and purpose-built spaces for experiential learning and industry collaboration. More importantly, it aligns technology with Bryant’s educational mission. We are preparing students to build, evaluate, govern, and apply AI systems with the judgment, ethics, and practical skill required in the AI-enabled economy.”

The Hauck AI Performance Labs will provide a physical and intellectual home for applied AI, data science, and visualization at Bryant, uniting curriculum, research, operations, and industry engagement so that students and professionals learn by doing, testing, and solving real problems. By embedding privacy, transparency, bias awareness, and the future of work into its AI innovation ecosystem, Bryant is positioning itself as a regional hub for applied AI education, workforce development, and thought leadership.

Marion ’81 and Frank ’81 Hauck, P’08

Bryant receives transformative gift from Brad ’87 and Barbara Caron P’23 to expand Campus Ministry and support interfaith programming, religious literacy

Bryant University is pleased to announce a significant gift from Brad ’87 and Barbara Caron P’23 that will expand the Campus Ministry, support student faith formation and leadership development, and expand programming and initiatives. As part of the gift, a full-time Catholic Coordinator position will be established to support, organize, and expand Catholic life on campus, while providing an additional source of consistent spiritual counsel, visibility, and community-building.

“This transformative gift recognizes the importance of supporting the whole student — mind, body, and spirit — while understanding spiritual wellbeing as a vital contributor to resilience, purpose, leadership development, and community connection.”

INGE-LISE AMEER, ED.D. VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS AND DEAN OF STUDENTS

“I am profoundly grateful to Brad and Barbara for their commitment to supporting our community and recognizing spiritual wellbeing as a pillar of student life,” says President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “Their generous gift to expand Campus Ministry will advance Bryant’s mission to cultivate leaders of strong character who value service, dialogue, and compassion.”

Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Inge-Lise Ameer, Ed.D. adds, “This transformative gift recognizes the importance of supporting the whole student — mind, body, and spirit — while understanding spiritual wellbeing as a vital contributor to resilience, purpose, leadership development, and community connection.”

The gift will also support additional education and dialogue-based

programs that promote understanding of diverse faith traditions, while encouraging respectful engagement and shared learning across the Bryant community. It will also promote student faith formation and leadership development through retreats, service opportunities, and training that cultivate spiritual growth, ethical reflection, and community responsibility.

“There is a vibrant Catholic community at Bryant and it is my hope this gift will strengthen Catholic life and pastoral presence on campus, deepening faith formation, community engagement, and service,” says Brad Caron. “It’s a way to support students, build community, and further foster the sense of belonging that defines the Bryant experience.”

“Our Campus Ministry was established to provide students a

shared space to worship, gather in fellowship, engage in religious study, and participate in spiritually enriching programs as part of their broader education journey,” concludes Director of Campus Ministry, Rabbi Steven Jablow. “Brad and Barbara Caron’s gift will have an immediate and lasting impact by ensuring Bryant continues to be a welcoming home for Catholic students as well as all faith traditions.”

Professor Hakan Saraoglu reflects on a ‘Community of Scholars’ at Bryant

Over his decades-long career at Bryant University, Finance

Professor Hakan Saraoglu, Ph.D., has watched thousands of students move through his classes. Some became investors, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. A few eventually returned to Bryant as faculty colleagues.

For him, that has always been the clearest measure of success.

“That’s the best memory,” he says. “Having them continue their learning, staying in touch with me, and then going on to become teachers themselves. It completes that feedback loop.”

On August 1, exactly 30 years from his start date, Hakan will retire this summer. Reflecting on his career, he remembers telling his colleagues at Michigan State University, where he earned his Ph.D., that he would be teaching at Bryant. They told him that the university would benefit from his expertise. What he experienced was much deeper.

“I found a community of scholars,” he says. “It became a place that I could seek, obtain, and share knowledge. I benefited from Bryant.”

During his time at Bryant, Hakan became known for encouraging students to think beyond formulas and markets. He pushed students to read widely, understand history, and approach learning with humility.

“I taught them there are so many things that they don’t know yet, and they have the ability to go and learn them on their own,” he said.

In class, Hakan often reminded students to learn for the sake of learning, not just because of what’s outlined in their course requirements. He backs up this lesson with a story from his own college experience at Bogazici University in Türkiye.

Before entering academia, Hakan studied industrial engineering and developed an early interest in computer programming. While still a college student, he spent long hours teaching himself programming languages outside of class. That curiosity eventually led to an opportunity to develop Turkish-language software during

“I found a community of scholars. It became a place that I could seek, obtain, and share knowledge. I benefited from Bryant.”

Apple’s early international expansion.

Even in retirement, Hakan says learning will remain central to his life. He plans to continue studying finance, history, and philosophy.

“I consider myself an elementary school-level history student and maybe a kindergartner in philosophy,” he jokes. “I’m looking forward to retiring to more learning.”

Hakan’s tenure at Bryant has left an indelible mark on the Finance Department, as well as the countless students he’s had the privilege to teach.

“He will be missed, but his imprint on Bryant will continue long past his retirement,” says Kevin Maloney, Ph.D., Chair of the Finance Department.

“Hakan epitomized what a true academic should be, adding to our collective wisdom through his research, bringing timely and substantive knowledge to the classroom, and conveying it with clarity, passion, humility, and a wonderful sense of humor.”

To honor his legacy, members of the Finance Department will be donating to the Bryant Fund in Hakan’s name in lieu of gifts.

“Scholarship is a noble cause,” Hakan says. “With knowledge comes confidence, and with that, you are able to accomplish what needs to be done. I hope all of my students stay continuous learners.”

If you would like to join the Bryant community in making a gift to the Bryant Fund in honor of Hakan, please scan the QR code.

(Left to right) President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. with the regional Bishop of Providence, Most Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., and Brad Caron ’87 before a luncheon celebrating the Bishop’s visit to campus this spring.

Bishop Bruce Lewandowski and a student during the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) event at Bryant this spring.

Bryant welcomes Executives in Residence and Visiting Professionals to Smithfield

The spring semester was filled with visits from alumni and friends who shared their insights with students in the classroom and Bryant community. Check out some of their insights!

EXECUTIVE IN RESIDENCE

Dan Rice IV ’03

VISITING PROFESSIONALS

NET POWER CEO AND RICE INVESTMENT GROUP PARTNER

“One of the best things to have is the curiosity to learn, because the world is evolving so quickly,” said Dan Rice to Peter Nigro, Ph.D.’s “Management of Banking Institutions” class during his visit to campus as an Executive in Residence on March 11. “Being able to evaluate risk is a skill you use wherever you work in the real world,” he added.

Later, he met with students at the Financial Markets Center to attend the “Archway Equity Portfolio Management” course. Investing and picking a company, he advised, is about more than equations and numbers on a spreadsheet.

“Sometimes, it’s more defensible to value a company on the investment thesis you’ve developed than the numbers other people are assigning it,” Dan said.

VISITING PROFESSIONALS

Ron Cardi ’75 and Peter Cardi ’78

CO-OWNERS OF CARDI’S FURNITURE AND MATTRESSES

The Cardi brothers joined Professor June Youngs’ GSCM 604: Logistics of International Trade class about scaling their business, supply chain challenges in the current geopolitical climate, and what it’s like to go to work with your family every day.

They also shared how implementing supply chain strategies helped their business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Where other businesses cut costs and cancelled product shipments, Cardi’s did the opposite. By taking deliveries and using warehouses to store products, they were able to hit the ground running when showrooms reopened.

The Cardis also offered insights into what their business is seeking in new hires. Graduates with excellent “soft” skills, such as being great conversationalists, were high on the list.

EXECUTIVE IN RESIDENCE Eric Handa ’97

BRYANT TRUSTEE, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO OF APTELECOM

Think your internet travels by satellite? Think again. Netflix, banking, social media, emails — 99 percent of all internet traffic — flows through undersea cables thinner than garden hoses, said Presidential Executive in Residence Eric Handa in his Community Conversation on April 2.

Titled “Beneath the Waves: Bridging the Digital Divide,” his talk spanned the current geopolitical importance of undersea cables and how his company is expanding digital connectivity to underserved regions worldwide. Eric revealed that there are currently 570 in-service submarine cable systems as of 2025, with 81 more planned. Financially, more than $10 trillion flows through those cables every day.

In addition to his talk, Eric met with students and offered career advice at the Amica Center for Career Education and spoke to Professor Markus Paukku’s “International Business Management” class.

Don Reo

TELEVISION WRITER

Mayim Bialik

NEUROSCIENTIST/ ACTRESS

“Things don’t always work, but if you doubt your abilities, you’re done,” said Don Reo, TV writer and producer, to Tom Zammarelli’s “Communication in Action” students. The class is using Don’s own scripts as a tool to inspire creativity and insight. “You have to take a leap of faith. There has to be a part of you willing to risk everything to reach something that people said you couldn’t do.”

The next day, Don returned to campus with actress, author, and game show host Mayim Bialik, and the pair discussed comedy and the developing role of artificial intelligence in the entertainment industry. He emphasized that AI is on par with the invention of fire and the wheel, but argued it shouldn’t replace the experience of creating something. There’s value, they said, in struggling with a scene and mulling over word choice.

“That’s your brain exercising; that’s how the brain and soul grow,” said Mayim. “You can skip over that process, but you’re losing that muscle.”

ALC CORNER

Over the past two years, I’ve found myself reflecting often on how much Bryant has grown since my time as a student. Walking campus today, seeing the Puishys Residence Complex, new and improved Salmo, and even the addition of a whole new campus, it’s clear that the university is continuing to move forward with purpose. To have had a front-row seat to that progress as President of the Alumni Leadership Council for the last two years has meant a great deal to me.

This role has given me the chance to stay closely connected to Bryant, one of the most influential places I’ve had the pleasure of being a part of. As alumni, we carry our own experience with us, but serving on the Council adds another layer. I’ve seen how alumni want to stay involved, where they want to give back, and how that connection evolves over time. Working alongside a group of dedicated alumni who care deeply about this place has been one of the most rewarding parts of the experience.

Together, we focused on ensuring the Council remained aligned with the University’s priorities while also being thoughtful about how we spent our time. We shifted toward more hands-on working sessions that led to real outcomes, like 40 Under 40, Bryant Ambassadors, Student Alumni Association, and Reunion@Homecoming. At the same time, we added more than 2,000 members to BRYANT CONNECT who are building genuine, lasting relationships through networking and mentorship. The Council itself grew as well, bringing in new voices that strengthened our work and broadened our perspective.

Looking back, there are a few moments that will stay with me. Helping shape and launch the 40 Under 40 program stands out as an opportunity to recognize alumni doing impressive work and to celebrate that momentum together. Additionally, the Alumni Achievement Awards will remain some of my fondest memories. Attending the event and hearing the stories behind each honoree is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of a Bryant education and the ways alumni continue to carry that connection forward.

But the moment that meant the most to me was standing on the Commencement stage and handing my son, Matthew, his diploma. It’s something I will always carry with me and a reminder of how much this place means across generations.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to have served in this role and to have been part of this chapter in Bryant’s story. It has been special to watch this growth up close and to contribute in some small way.

As my term as President comes to a close, I’m excited to see where the Council goes next. There is strong momentum, and I know it will continue to build. To the new leadership team, I wish you all the best as you take this on together. To our community, stay energized and stay engaged. I encourage each of you to join the Alumni Leadership Council and leave your mark on Bryant. For more information, please email Missy Walker, Associate Director, Alumni & Parent Engagement, at mwalker14@bryant.edu.

Thank you for two incredible years at the helm of this organization. I look forward to seeing how the ALC grows and continues to strengthen the Bryant alumni community in the years ahead.

SAM BROOMER ’93, P’25 PRESIDENT, ALUMNI LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

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Bryant names new deans for College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and College of Humanities and Social Sciences

WithBryant University’s School of Health and Behavioral Sciences elevated to full college status and the College of Arts and Sciences renamed the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, two outstanding leaders have been appointed deans of the colleges, effective July 1.

Dr. Kirsten Hokeness has been appointed Dean of the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, while Dr. Terri Hasseler has been appointed Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

“These appointments recognize two accomplished academic leaders whose experience, vision, and deep commitment to Bryant will serve the University exceptionally well during this exciting time of continued institutional progress,” says President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “Dr. Hokeness has played a central role in the growth and distinction of Bryant’s health and behavioral sciences programs, elevating Bryant’s visibility in key national conversations at the intersection of health, business, and innovation. Dr. Hasseler brings a distinguished record of institutional service to this position, having guided the development of a new general education curriculum, advanced women’s initiatives, and put Bryant in national discussions around pedagogy, innovation, and the role of AI in higher education.”

Bryant University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. added, “Together, Dr. Hokeness and Dr. Hasseler bring the experience, judgment, and collaborative leadership necessary to guide these colleges with purpose and ambition. I am confident that, under their direction, both colleges will build on their strong foundations, deepen their impact, and help shape Bryant’sfuture in powerful and enduring ways.”

Launched as the School of Health and Behavioral Sciences in 2022, the elevation to college recognizes the program’s remarkable momentum, experiencing sustained growth across academic programs, enrollment, and research activity. The transition affirms the college’s evolution into an energetic academic hub, offering an expanding portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs keenly focused on meeting the evolving needs of today’s healthcare, life sciences, wellness, and behavioral science sectors.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at this critical time when Bryant is providing transformational experiences that allow graduates to lead from day one in shaping the future of health and wellness,” says Kirsten Hokeness, Ph.D., dean of the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. “Our faculty and staff are doing vital work in growing the impact of programs that are preparing our students to be agile problem-solvers who are well-equipped to transform data into insight and insight into action across the healthcare industry.”

“These appointments recognize two accomplished academic leaders whose experience, vision, and deep commitment to Bryant will serve the University exceptionally well during this exciting time of continued institutional progress.”

ROSS GITTELL, PH.D. BRYANT UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT

The renaming of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, which was initially established in 2004, reflects a strategic alignment between the college’s identity and its range of academic disciplines examining human meaning-making, institutions, culture, communication, and social systems. The new name highlights a career-focused liberal arts education grounded in communication and data literacy, fostering critical and creative thinking, and providing essential skills in AI and experiential education, while preparing students to address real-world challenges with insight, adaptability, and professional expertise.

“This is an exciting time to lead a college offering holistic, purpose-driven learning that prepares students for meaningful academic and professional success,” says Terri Hasseler, Ph.D. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to support our collaborative efforts to provide transformative learning experiences that produce graduates who have the ability to excel as ethically engaged and critically informed leaders in their respective fields of endeavor.”

Dr. Kirsten Hokeness

Dr. Terri Hasseler

IN MEMORIAM

NANETTE “NAN” JACQUELINE BUZIAK ’93

Nanette “Nan” Jacqueline Buziak ’93 passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in Westport, Conn.

Nanette held a robust, successful career in finance. A long-time buy-side trader, she most recently served as a Managing Director with New York-based OptimX Markets. A proud member of the Bryant community, Nanette used her professional experience to uplift current Bryant students, especially as a founding member of the Wall Street Council.

PAUL T. RUSSO ’13

Paul T. Russo ’13 passed away following a courageous 12-year battle with brain cancer on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Gloucester, Mass. At Bryant, Paul was a member and eventual captain of the hockey team. After graduation, his professional journey began at PwC, but he eventually returned to serve his community in Gloucester. He is survived by his wife, Leah, their son, Camden, and many family members and friends.

MATT ZEWINSKI ’07

Matt Zewinski ’07 passed away on April 19, 2026, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Matt was the Senior Vice President at Hartford Investment Management Co., a business where he had worked for more than 20 years. He leaves behind many friends, family, and colleagues.

We regret that we don’t have space in Engage to celebrate the lives of all alumni who have passed away. Please visit alumni.bryant.edu/inmemoriam for complete lists by class year.

You Spoke, We Listened

Thank you to the 1,100 Bryant alumni who participated in this year’s National Alumni Survey! Your insights are already shaping how we strengthen and elevate the Bryant alumni experience.

The results affirm what makes Bryant stand out: Alumni continue to rate the value of their education (88 percent), the student experience (87 percent), and the University’s reputation (88 percent) very highly. In addition, 74 percent of respondents say they still feel connected to Bryant, showing that their time on campus continues to matter in their lives and careers.

Alumni want more meaningful and personalized ways to stay involved — especially opportunities to grow their careers, mentor others, and build professional connections. Many also said they want clearer, more transparent communication and to feel like Bryant really understands what matters to them.

We hear you, and we’re taking action. In the coming months, you’ll see more career-focused programs, more ways to connect with students and other alumni, and new opportunities through BRYANT CONNECT to share your interests in networking, mentoring, and supporting the Bryant community.

Plus, we’ll be rolling out ways to update you on how your generous support and time spent engaging with Bryant are making a real difference on campus.

Your voice is helping shape what comes next. We invite you to continue sharing your feedback with us at alumni@bryant.edu. Thank you for being an essential part of Bryant’s future.

ALUMNI NOTES

William Tsonos ’89 was nominated by Governor Daniel McKee to Chair the Rhode Island Life Sciences Hub.

Darren Violette ’02, of Profectus Financial Partners, has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager for the 11th year as featured in Boston Magazine’s March 2026 issue.

Alan Yarmaloff ’91 was inducted into the National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA) Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The 11 inductees span manufacturing, distribution, retail buying and industry services.

Kristen Capezza ’09 won a Literary Titan Gold Award for her debut children’s book, “Milly’s Dreamland Adventure,” in April of this year.

Enter a class note through our online directory at alumni.bryant.edu

PARTNERSHIPS

Notices received through May 2026

OCTOBER 9, 2025 | MIDDLETOWN, CT

Isabella Mignosa ’21, ’22MPA and Jacob Goodwin ’21

OCTOBER 10, 2025 | CAPE NEDDICK, ME

Emily Japhet ’15 and Jerry Condon ’14

Send wedding photos of Bryant alumni to alumni@bryant.edu. Contact us in advance to receive a complimentary Bryant banner.

We receive more photos than we can print for each issue of Engage. To view all wedding photos received since the last issue, please visit facebook.com/bryantalumni or follow us on Instagram @bryant_alumni.

EVENTS AND CONTACTS

April 27, 2026 | GHANA ALUMNI NETWORK LAUNCH

It was great to see so many familiar faces as we launched the Ghana Alumni Network! Senior leaders at Bryant met with alumni and friends from the region. Special thanks to Jude Addo ’11 for hosting us!

March 16, 2026 | WASHINGTON, D.C. NETWORKING RECEPTION

Current students mingled with alumni in the Nation’s Capital as a part of the Explore D.C. program! Thanks to everyone who joined us at the event!

March 18, 2026 | SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

ALUMNI AND PARENT RECEPTION

Alumni, parents, and friends celebrated the newest group of Bulldogs at a festive reception in the Dominican Republic! Special thanks to Alberto Cruz P’21 for hosting us!

February 4 and February 6

MIAMI AND FT. LAUDERDALE, FL

It was great to see so many alumni and friends at our “Meet the Dean” event with College of Business Dean Todd Alessandri, Ph.D.!

March 19, 2026

SMITHFIELD, RI

WOMEN’S SUMMIT ®

This year’s Women’s Summit® was a resounding success!

Bryant welcomed author Elin Hilderband and Head of Global DIversity and Inclusion at Fidelity Investments Amanda “Mandy” Scipione as keynote speakers, and honored Barbara Papitto ’83, ’85MBA, ’97H as Businesswoman of the Year.

February 24 and February 26, 2026 | MUMBAI AND DELHI/GURGAON, INDIA ALUMNI RECEPTIONS

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March 25 | SMITHFIELD, RI

NADER ALEXANDER SALEM FORUM

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the second Nader Alexander Salem ’16 Annual Forum! Faculty, students, staff, and community members heard from Sarah Silverman, Ph.D., about accessibility and neurodiversity.

March 24 and March 25

AUSTIN AND DALLAS, TX

ALUMNI DINNERS

Thanks to alumni and friends for joining us forengaging dinners with Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. in Dallas and Austin! We had a great time connecting, collaborating, and reminiscing with so many alumni and friends!

UPCOMING EVENTS

JUNE 16

Boston, MA Alumni Panel & Networking Reception

JUNE 20-22

Newport, RI

Newport Polo and President’s Cup Golf Tournament

SEPTEMBER 18-19

Smithfield, RI Reunion@Homecoming

STAY IN TOUCH

For questions, updates, story ideas and to send photos of you and other Bryant alumni, contact us at alumni@bryant.edu or call (401) 232-6040

Ross Gittell, Ph.D.,

Provost and Chief Academic Officer Rupendra Paliwal, Ph.D. welcomed newly admitted students to the Bryant community while sharing exciting updates from campus. Special thanks to Rohan ’06 and Meghna Shah for hosting us!