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One example of their ongoing commitment to fellow classmates is the memorial plaque for Captain James McDonough that is on display in the Peter L. Sparta Room on campus. Cpt. McDonough died at the age of 26 leading his company in battle during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Silver Star for his braver y in action In 2016, the 50th anniversar y of his death, his classmates spearheaded efforts to honor his commitment and sacrifice. At the dedication, which was also attended by members of Cpt. McDonough’s family, his classmates reflected on their friend – an open, loyal, and selfless young man who remained courageously oriented toward others up to the moment of his death.

The joy, respect, and appreciation that these men have for one another and for their alma mater is undeniable

During their 2017 reunion banquet, alumnus Francis “Bubba” Doherty approached the open mic and offered the following obser vation: “I’ve been around the world, I’ve owned several businesses, I’ve belonged to many organizations, but the one that means the most to me is

If you ’ re ever at Stacks in Portland on the third Monday of the month, you might hear the ruckus of these lifelong Cheverians catching up between reunions over coffee and pancakes. With their unique celebrating spirit, the Class of 1957 exemplifies the ways that our common Jesuit values –particularly caring and connectedness – can continue to bear fruit over a lifetime.