HORIZONS: A MAGAZINE FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS OF
VALLEY UNIVERSIT Y
DelVal Featured on BBC StoryWorks: Unearthing the Future page 4
Remembering Dr. Thomas Watson page 30
Donor Impact Report page 35
“The time that our faculty, staff and coaches spend directly with our students is at the heart of what we do at DelVal. Relationships are at our core.”
Dear DelVal Community,
Our lead article in this issue takes you behind the scenes of a special and exciting project. BBC StoryWorks’ new series Unearthing the Future features Delaware Valley University and illustrates the unique nature of our Experience 360 program
Following a stringent vetting process, BBC StoryWorks selected DelVal to be one of only six organizations worldwide to feature, and shared their conclusion that DelVal’s approach to experiential education is, indeed, different. They understood that E360 is much more than an internship program. The six-minute segment will premiere on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.
The aspect of the video that speaks most to me is the close mentoring relationship between Dr. Jaqueline Ricotta and Charley Silfee ’25. The time that our faculty, staff and coaches spend directly with our students is at the heart of what we do at DelVal. Relationships are at our core.
DelVal was built on relationships. Rabbi Dr. Krauskopf founded The National Farm School with the funds he earned lecturing, and with donations from friends and supporters across the entire country.
To our valued alumni and friends: Your support of our students is an essential part of our community. We thank you for providing internships, coaching and job opportunities for our students. To those of you who contribute to DelVal, your support of scholarships, academics, athletics and other strategic initiatives is essential to this institution.
Your donations, your investments, have an impact, and we need all of you now. We need your continued support and, where you can, your increased support of our students, particularly during our comprehensive campaign, a campaign that will see us continuing to invest in our roots while broadening our reach.
Best Regards,
Benjamin E. Rusiloski, Ph.D. Presiden t
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Kayla Leary ’23
Kate Reilly
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Marion Callahan-Samkavitz
Leyla Danis ’21, M.A. ’23
Jordan Gombs ’25
Chris Logan Harley
Kelly Hydock
Melissa Kelly Kayla Leary ’23
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ABOUT BBC STORYWORKS
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BBC StoryWorks Unearthing the Future
Dr. Jacqueline Ricotta opened her inbox that morning as she would any other when she arrived to work. Amongst her usual emails from students and colleagues, though, sat an email invitation from BBC StoryWorks looking for nominations for schools to consider for an upcoming series, Unearthing the Future.
Chair of the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture, Dr. Ricotta has spent most of her career at DelVal and knows the institution inside and out. She responded to the request with details of DelVal’s origin story and our Experience360 program.
Not long after, Annavittoria Cameli of BBC StoryWorks in London reached out to set up meetings with Dr. Ricotta, Kathy James, vice president of Marketing Communications, and Kathy Payne, vice president of Enrollment Management. After numerous Zoom calls with Annavittoria and her team and a significant vetting process, DelVal was selected for the feature.
Annavittoria credits the decision to select DelVal to how we deliver our education. While many schools in the United States offer experiential
education, at DelVal, it’s much more than just an internship program. The full integration of Experience360 into both curricular and co-curricular activities is unique and impactful.
While Dr. Ricotta had not intended to be the face of DelVal in Unearthing the Future, the team decided that she was, in fact, the ideal person to feature. The series also wanted to feature a current, engaged student and senior Charlie Silfee immediately came to Dr. Ricotta’s mind.
The final product is magic. The six-minute video tells the DelVal story through Dr. Ricotta and Silfee in a highly personal and impactful way. Set to launch on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, the video will be available internationally online by BBC StoryWorks and on the DelVal website.
Visit delval.edu/BBCStoryWorks on Jan. 27 or scan the QR code below!
Mentorship
The connections students make in life can be just as impactful as the education they receive and the experience they earn. Mentorships, especially, help support students academically, professionally and personally. Here at DelVal, those relationships are around every corner, from staff and faculty, to coaches and managers.
Charley and Jackie A Bond Captured on Film
Dr. Jacqueline Ricotta, Chair, Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture
Charley Silfee ’25,
B.A. Horticulture
The Ideal Team
Once Jackie was convinced to appear as the feature in the BBC StoryWorks project, selecting Charley as the student to profile was an organic and obvious choice.
“Charley and I share a passion for growing our own food and knowing where our food comes from,” shared Jackie. “She has been an excellent student, and her story is compelling.”
Charley didn’t hesitate to raise her hand for the film.
“As soon as I visited DelVal, I knew that this school was a perfect fit.”
A Growing Mentorship
From the first class Charley took with Jackie, their joint passions for the natural world were obvious. Their mentor/mentee relationship grew naturally from the time spent in and out of the classrooms, labs and greenhouses
“Dr. Ricotta spent so much time with me and all of the students in her classes,” shared Charley. “She would make sure that we were understanding the concepts, the lab work and the hands-on skills that are part of the horticulture program.”
For the Love of Growing
Jackie and Charley bonded by sharing stories of their respective home gardens and their love of natural food. Jackie has family roots in Italy and serves on the board of a nonprofit organic farm in northern Italy.
“One of my passions is to grow food,” said Jackie. “Food is what brings us all together.”
Charley’s passion began with raising chickens on her small family farm in the Pocono Mountains. In recent years, her father built her a greenhouse and cleared an area for a large vegetable garden. Now, Charley
Success
After a successful career and clear impact on students, Jackie is preparing for retirement from teaching full time. We know, though, that she will never retire from horticulture, as it is something engrained inside her.
“I’ve been so fortunate to be able to have a career that I am passionate about, that I am excited to come to work everyday,” said Jackie. “That’s my hope for my students. That they can fulfill their hopes and dreams.”
As Charlie prepares to graduate in December, she is bringing Jackie’s hope to life. She plans to continue working on her farmette and look into opportunities to teach in the future. She hopes to help future farmers find success in the soil.
Bryan and Amanda Finding Balance and Creativity Through Mentorship at URBN
Amanda Annis, training & communications specialist, Menus & Venues
Bryan Winstead '26, B.A. Media and Communication
Finding Balance
When Bryan joined the Menus & Venues team as a summer intern, Amanda had only been at the company for about three months herself. Menus & Venues is the food and beverage division of URBN, which owns and operates Terrain Cafe & Events, Pizzeria Vetri, Gatehouse and Shop 543. Although his internship was only ten weeks long, this pair had a real impact on each other.
“He came in right as we were building something from scratch,” said Amanda. “He got a crash course in organized systems, creative direction and a lot of ‘let’s figure it out as we go.’”
Bryan remembered their first connection happening over tattoos.
“We connected over tattoos, as we both have tattoos,” he said.
Amanda agrees completely.
“I knew we’d get along fine – we both have panda tattoos.”
From those first days, it was clear they shared both creativity and humor.
“We’ve learned to embrace the chaos as part of the process,” Amanda said. “Some days Plan A works perfectly, and other days we’re on Plan D before lunch. We laugh through the
curveballs – ‘of course this would happen!’ – and that humor makes the wins feel even better.”
Growing Together
Their dynamic quickly evolved from direction to collaboration.
“Over time, our relationship shifted from direction to trust,” Amanda said. “I could give Bryan projects knowing he’d deliver quality work independently. We grew more candid and collaborative. As the internship ended, it felt like a natural close to a strong partnership.”
Bryan described Amanda as “very open and positive and just cool to hang out with and chat.”
She, in turn, admired his steadiness.
“He listens, absorbs and then executes without ego,” she said. “Even when projects got messy or unpredictable, he never lost his sense of humor or drive.”
Lessons Learned
Bryan said the biggest lesson Amanda taught him was that “it’s not about the number of tasks I completed, but about what I finished.”
Amanda said Bryan reminded her “how powerful fresh eyes can be. He reminded me not to overcomplicate things.”
When Bryan presented a video project focusing on Terrain teams to the entire company, Amanda said it was one of her proudest moments.
“His work completely spoke for itself – professional, creative and polished.”
Bryan said the experience was transformative
“Amanda helped me shape my career by encouraging me to trust myself more,” he said. “I hope to be that person for someone as she was for me – a person who is worldly, knowledgeable and has a welcoming presence.”
Amanda summed it up best: “Mentorship reminds me that leadership isn’t about control – it’s about creating a space for someone else to shine.”
Together, Bryan and Amanda proved that the best mentorships aren’t onesided; they’re partnerships built on trust, creativity and the courage to keep learning.
Jamie Stefani ’19, head softball coach
Kenzie Boyd ’26, B.S.
Animal Science,
Pre-Professional
Built on Trust & Grit
When DelVal softball coach Jamie Stefani first met Kenzie Boyd during a college interview, she saw something special.
“I knew she would hit the ground running, come in working hard and give it everything she could,” said Jamie. “She has done just that.”
Kenzie remembers that first meeting vividly as well.
“She was slightly intimidating,” she admitted with a laugh. “but also that’s what I loved so much about her was that she was so determined and knew what she wanted.”
Kenzie and Jamie
How One Coach’s Belief and One Athlete’s Drive Created a Legacy of Trust, Growth and Grit
What began as a straightforward player-coach dynamic has grown into a deep bond built on trust, respect and shared drive.
From the Field to Friendship
Their connection began in Kenzie’s first softball season at DelVal when Jamie encouraged her to pitch.
“I came into softball with the expectation that I was going to be a primary outfielder. I was never a super-confident pitcher,” said Kenzie. “Coach worked with me multiple days a week… Not only did she help with my actual pitching, but with my confidence as well.”
Jamie saw it as one of those defining coaching moments.
“She was the ‘little engine that could,’” Jamie said, using the nickname that stuck with Kenzie since her freshman year. “Any challenges she faces, we always say ‘you’re our little engine! You got this!’”
A Shared Drive
“The biggest thing I’ve learned from Coach is how to buy into something,” said Kenzie. “Coach was 100% bought into our softball team and that just kinda lit a fire under me and the rest of my senior teammates to do that same thing.”
Jamie says Kenzie has impacted her approach to coaching. “The primary thing I’ve learned from Kenzie is the importance of creating genuine relationships, with not only my athletes, but my athletes as people,” Jamie said. “Mentoring has made me a better coach and a better listener.”
Moments that Matter
Their shared experiences go beyond wins and losses, though there have been plenty of victories to celebrate.
“Her sophomore year, she received an All-MAC recognition,” Jamie said, “which was huge because she works tirelessly and she makes everything look so effortless and easy when I know it’s not.”
Kenzie’s favorite memory goes back to her freshman year. “We played Misericordia and they were the best team in the conference,” said Kenzie. “I didn’t allow a single run that game and I was so proud of myself and I could just feel how proud Coach was of me.”
Beyond the Game
Now a senior preparing for her next chapter, Kenzie reflects on just how much her coach has guided her.
“She has helped shape me into a person I can be proud of,” said Kenzie. “Someone who is confident, a good leader and driven to commit to the success of the team.”
Jamie’s eyes well up when she talks about her soon-to-graduate mentee.
“I just want her to know, and I hope she can feel, just how incredibly proud I am of her and how excited I am to have this last season with her.”
While their time on the field may be winding down, Kenzie and Jamie agree, the impact they’ve had on each other will outlast any season.
Rich and Sue A Supportive Partnership That Encouraged Growth Both In and Beyond the Classroom
Sue McGovern, assistant dean of Student Support
Richard Bagala ’26, B.S. Biology, Zoology
Specialization
When DelVal senior Richard “Rich” Bagala began his college journey, he admits he was “all over the place.” Between classes, research, animal work and building his social media brand, his schedule was as full as it was ambitious. Then, during his sophomore year, a chance connection led him to Sue McGovern, assistant dean of Student Support. This meeting would grow into one of his most meaningful college relationships
A Chance Connection
From their first meeting, the connection felt natural. Sue wasn’t the first mentor Rich had on campus, but when his first mentor left DelVal, they recommended Rich follow up with Sue. Rich reflects on the experience fondly.
“I felt at home right away,” said Rich. “I need that sort of reflection and to be able to do that with someone like Sue, even though we didn’t know each other very well yet, I felt very comfortable right away.”
Sue reflects their relationship began differently than most.
“I didn’t meet him as a freshman, so it wasn’t that type of advising relationship that grew,” said Sue. “It was more letting Rich come in and dictate what we talk about and what we sort of use that time for.”
That approach worked better than she anticipated. This meeting became a weekly routine, one that both look forward to.
Building Confidence
For Rich, those meetings were a turning point.
“She shows me that things don’t have to be perfect,” said Rich. “She makes my goals attainable by just being able to communicate and having that sounding board that allows me to structure and formulate my plan.”
Sue has watched Rich’s growth with pride
“I claim no responsibility for his growth whatsoever. He’s incredibly organized but then finds balance too,” said Sue. “Of all the students who I’ve ever worked with, he’s a student who has more in place for himself to learn outside the classroom than I’ve ever experienced before.”
Shared Growth
Their meetings often begin the same way: Sue asks how his week went, and Rich replies, “It was crazy! Lots of good. Lots of bad.” It’s become their running joke.
“If he ever came in and said it was a boring week, I’d be worried,” Sue said, laughing.
Over time, their relationship has grown from advising to something much deeper.
“I don’t know if I would have been able to do what I’ve done here at DelVal without having that relationship,” said Rich.
Sue has felt the impact of their meetings as well.
“He reminds me that there are all types of students and student needs,” said Sue. “His conversation is not going to be the same as I have with a first-semester freshman.”
A Partnership of Trust
When speaking of their relationship, Sue describes it as “consistent.” Rich proudly refers to it as a “support system.” Together, they’ve built a partnership grounded in reflection and a shared belief that growth happens when you play to your strengths and what makes you unique
Mouse and McCall
Better Together: When Mentorship
Becomes Mutual
Dr. Jessica McCall, professor of English, Interdisciplinary Studies program manager
Mouse Moseley ’26, B.A. English
Better Together
Some mentor-mentee relationships are built on shared interests. Others grow from mutual respect. For Dr. Jessica McCall, professor of English, and Mouse Moseley, English major, it’s a bit of both.
Their connection began in class.
“It was so exciting to meet an adult in an academic setting who loved the same nerdy things I did. Fandoms, literary analysis, all of it,” Mouse said.
McCall (as students address her) remembers Mouse as a student who was “smart, excited and full of questions. Sometimes late to class, but never boring.”
Mouse laughed, “I was usually late, but I brought coffee for both of us!”
From Classmates in Spirit to True Mentorship
What started as a professor-student relationship evolved into something deeper.
“We’re going to be friends after I graduate, like, she’s not getting rid of me. It’s just not happening,” Mouse said
McCall nodded with mock resignation. “I’ve accepted it,” she said.
Their connection is built on openness and respect. “I never initiate [relationships] because I don’t ever want to put pressure on the students,” said McCall. “Mouse is very outspoken and so now that I trust her to feel comfortable, I might say ‘hey, we haven’t had soup in a while. Is it time to get soup again?’ because I know if she’s really busy then she’ll just be like ‘nope, I can’t,’ and that’s a really important shift, I think.”
Learning From Each Other
Over time, their mentorship has become a two-way street.
“From Mouse, I’ve learned that it’s okay to chill,” McCall said. “As a professor who teaches power, I am always hyperaware of power dynamics and not wanting to overstep, not wanting to be too much, and Mouse has always been a student who’s like, ‘Dude, you’re fine. Literally, stop overthinking it.’”
Mouse chimed in, “I’m sort of learning the opposite from you. Like you do have to follow through on things and hold yourself to a certain standard, and you can be kind to yourself while you do that.”
That balance defines their friendship – equal parts honesty, humor and hear t.
Moments That Matter
McCall’s proudest moment came when Mouse presented at the MidAtlantic Popular & American Culture Association (MAPACA) conference.
“It’s tough to get up there and speak in front of strangers and she did it with a lot of grace and professionalism,” said McCall.
Afterwards, they celebrated with Korean BBQ.
“It was also kind of the segue from okay we’re going to do professional things together and, okay, we’re going to get meals together sometimes and, like, catch up,” said Mouse.
The Lasting Impact
Mouse says McCall completely reshaped her academic path.
“I was able to sort of realign my path after taking Gay and Lesbian Lit and Women’s Lit with Dr. McCall,” said Mouse.
McCall summed it up best: “Mouse is so smart and so capable and a survivor because, turns out, most of life is just not quitting.”
As Mouse put it simply: “She gets me.”
McCall smiled. “Better together.”
Cultivating Growth: Caden Yonish ’25 & the PA Game Commission
DelVal Senior Gains Real-World Experience
Managing
Paths
Wildlife Habitats and Exploring Career
Through a Unique Internship Opportunity
As a conservation and wildlife management major with a minor in media and communication, DelVal senior Caden Yonish has always been passionate about preserving the natural world. During his final semester, that passion took root in the field, literally, through an internship with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, where he served as a scientific technical intern. Stationed at the Newville Shed in the Southcentral Region on State Gamelands 169, Caden focused on wildlife habitat management. His daily responsibilities included mowing, mixing herbicides and pesticides and supporting conservation projects that promote healthy ecosystems. His favorite part of the experience, though, came when he was given the opportunity to design and implement his own habitat management project.
“I was given about 60 acres of land and told to just do what I wanted with it,” Caden said. “I came up with a plan, wrote a comprehensive management report and presented it to my boss.”
He spent the final two weeks of his internship mowing away invasive plant species to make room for native plants to thrive. The results were immediate and rewarding.
“It was actually really cool because, probably in the middle of that, I started noticing woodcock coming back,” said Caden.
Caden’s internship came about somewhat unconventionally. He originally applied for a different position, but when that opportunity didn’t work out, the hiring manager recognized his potential and recommended him for the Game Commission internship, a role that hadn’t even been advertised, proving how impactful it can be to simply apply and get your name out there.
Throughout his time with the Commission, Caden gained hands-on experience in operating machinery, safely mixing chemicals and utilizing new technology to quickly identify plant species. Beyond that, however, Caden’s manager made sure he got a clear picture of the range of careers within the field and how they all work together.
“My boss did a great job of wanting me to see every side of the Game Commission as possible,” said Caden. “He opened the door for me to spend time with biologists, foresters, wardens, practically every position within the Commission.”
The experience reinforced his career goals and gave him the opportunity to learn things he would not have been able to learn in the classroom. He has applied to work at this location of the Game Commission full time, but even if he doesn’t get this role, Caden takes comfort knowing that he now has plenty of doors open to him thanks to having this experience on his resume.
“This summer showed me that this is exactly what I want to do. I’ve never been more sure of that,” said Caden.
“My boss...opened the door for me to spend time with biologists, foresters, wardens, practically every position within the Commission.”
- Caden Yonish ’25
The experiences and knowledge gained at DelVal serve our alumni long after graduation. Each of these alumni shares how their time at DelVal has shaped their career and elevated their success.
Brittany Snyder ’16
Transforming Dairy Education, One Cow at a Time
As dairy education program manager at the Center for Dairy Excellence, Brittany Snyder ’16 has turned a small project into a nationwide success. Thanks to her, the AdoptA-Cow program, which introduces students and communities to the process of raising a dairy cow, now reaches across the country.
Through the program, participants are paired with a calf and receive monthly updates from the farmer who raises it. At the end of the year, the farmer holds a live Q&A, giving participants the chance to ask questions and learn more about where their milk comes from.
“My time at the dairy was my most valuable time at DelVal. I was able to do things I was never able to do at my home farm”
- Brittany Snyder ’16
What began with only 100 registrants has grown to more than 45,000 registrants, reaching over 2 million students nationwide. Students of any age are welcome and may be in classrooms, clubs, FFA chapters or even prisons. Beyond growing the public’s positive perception of and education about the dairy industry, Snyder credits the program with strengthening the dairy community itself. It has helped farmers feel supported and appreciated by the public
Snyder credits her DelVal experience for preparing her for professional success. Growing up on a dairy farm and teaching dance built her foundation, but working at DelVal’s dairy farm is what most prepared her.
“My time at the dairy was my most valuable time at DelVal. I was able to do things I was never able to do at my home farm,” said Snyder.
In addition to working at the dairy, Snyder was president of Dairy Society, a Rambassador for two years and was accepted into Sigma Alpha, a professional agricultural sorority that promotes leadership. Despite being a dairy science major, Snyder also took classes in media and communications and says those classes allowed her to build the skills necessary to promote and grow the Adopt-A-Cow program.
Today, Snyder’s work is shaping the future of dairy education while inspiring curiosity, connection and appreciation across the country.
“It’s a dream come true,” said Snyder. “I’ve always loved helping people find the things they love.”
3Taylor Worthington c. 1900, first Worthington to inherit the farm, Aaron’s 3rd great-grandfather.
Aaron Worthington ’21
Rooted in Tradition, Growing Toward the Future: The Worthington Legacy at Curly Hill Farm
For Aaron Worthington ’21, dairy farming isn’t just a job, it’s a legacy that spans more than 160 years. As a seventh-generation dairy farmer and proud DelVal dairy science graduate, Aaron carries on his family’s long-standing commitment to quality, innovation and care at Curly Hill Farm in Bucks County, Pa., a property that has been in the Worthington family since 1861.
The original Worthington to purchase the farm was also named Aaron. He purchased the farm from two sisters whose family had owned it for over 100 years, purchasing it about 50 years after William Penn had owned it. Since then, the farm has been passed down through the generations, each leaving their mark on the property and herd.
Several members of the Worthington family are also part of the DelVal community, including his wife Kait ’21, mom Annette ‘91 and his sister, Rebecca, who is set to graduate this upcoming spring with her bachelor’s in English.
Despite growing up on Curly Hill Farm, Aaron wanted to deepen his understanding of the science behind the work.
“I’ve been working on the farm for as long as I can remember,” said Aaron, “but I wanted to learn more about the ‘why’ behind what we do.”
His studies at DelVal gave him that opportunity, introducing him to new practices and technologies that could help improve both herd health and milk quality.
Today, Curly Hill Farm is home to about 100 milk cows and heifers, each benefiting from Aaron’s growing expertise in dairy science. One of his key focuses is cow comfort, a factor that has a direct impact on milk production and quality. With that in mind, he applied for and received a grant from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Bucks County Conservation District (BCCD) to construct a new barn designed to give the cows more space and improved living conditions. The upgrade implements AI technology to respond to weather conditions in real time. If the temperature gets too hot, the weather station will automatically turn the fans on to the appropriate speed to facilitate air flow. If the wind begins to blow or if it begins to rain, the sensor on top of the barn will communicate with the control board in the weather station to lower the barn curtains to the appropriate height to protect the cows and their holding area from the inclement weather.
The Worthingtons’ dedication to excellence is reflected in their herd’s classification scores, a measure of conformation quality in dairy cattle. The system caps at 97 points, and Curly Hill Farm has ten Excellent animals including two 94-point beauties. Even almost a century ago, the family’s cows were receiving classifications of 88 and 90 points, a testament to the enduring care and attention invested in every generation.
“Farms are sort of like fingerprints; no two are exactly alike.”
Aaron Worthington ’21
That commitment to quality has forged lasting partnerships. For more than 75 years, Curly Hill Farm has been a proud supplier for Land O’Lakes, a relationship that began with a small local creamery and continued through a series of acquisitions. A sign on the property now proudly reads, “Land O’Lakes – Farmer Owned - Members Since 1945.” The farm was also awarded with a Century Farm award in 2023 and is preserved with the county and township.
As Aaron looks ahead, he’s mindful of the deep roots beneath his feet, and the new branches growing above. His daughter, Bailey, represents the farm’s eighth generation.
“Farms are sort of like fingerprints,” Aaron reflected. “No two are exactly alike.”
5 Three generations of Worthingtons. (L-R: Bailey, Aaron, Rebecca, Stephen, Annette)
Lucas Baldinger ’25
E360 Experience Opens Door to Golf Course Career
When Lucas Baldinger graduated in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in turf management, he already had a clear path forward, thanks to his hard work and the opportunities for hands-on learning.
One of Baldinger’s E360 experiences was working on the golf course at Saucon Valley Country Club. As graduation approached, Saucon Valley offered Baldinger a full-time position, however, this would mean he had to move to Pennsylvania. Instead, he expressed his interest in moving back to Connecticut and his manager put in a good word for him with a colleague. A few short phone interviews later, Baldinger landed a job as an assistant superintendent at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien, Ct.
Within weeks of starting his new position, he was sent to Oakmont Country Club to volunteer for the U.S. Open, an experience he describes as unforgettable.
“I loved being able to meet new people and make new connections,” Baldinger said. “It was amazing to work alongside professionals from places like England, Canada and Japan.”
Baldinger said he owes much of his success to the E360 experiential learning program, which allowed him to complete multiple internships throughout his undergraduate years. Those experiences, along with frequent golf course visits organized by his professors, gave him a strong foundation and a competitive edge in the industry.
While at DelVal, Baldinger was also a member of the golf team and the Plant Breeding Club, experiences that further deepened his passion for turf management and the science behind maintaining healthy, sustainable greens. His ultimate goal is to become a golf course superintendent, a role that would allow him to combine his love of the outdoors with his leadership skills.
“I really enjoy being outside every day and building relationships with my team,” said Baldinger.
Baldinger’s time at Oakmont also allowed him to discover just how much of an advantage he had on other recent graduates. His handson, outside the classroom training at DelVal had prepared him beyond the level of many graduates from larger universities.
“It was amazing to work alongside professionals from places like England, Canada and Japan.”
- Lucas Baldinger ’25
Dr. Carla D. Garzon Named Hemp and Specialty Crop Expert on Board for new Center of Plant Excellence
Dr. Carla D. Garzon, holder of the K.H. Littlefield Endowed Professorship of Plant Science, serves on the Center for Plant Excellence’s board as its hemp and specialty crop expert.
DVB AALAS Honors DelVal Faculty, Staff and Students
Julia Krout ’ 04, assistant professor of animal biotechnology and conservation at DelVal, was installed as president of Delaware Valley Branch of American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (DVB AALAS) for 2025-26 after serving as vice president in 2024. Krout also received the Animal Care Training Services (ACTS) Training and Education Award.
Three DelVal students received the DVB AALAS J.J. Noonan Scholarship, comprising 75% of the total scholarship recipients:
4Kaitlyn Jackson, small animal science major, animal science minor, Class of 2025
4Kaleigh Lynch, zoo science major, honors program, Class of 2028
4Elizabeth Oresto, small animal science major, Class of 2027
Becky Hughes, manager of the Small Animal Science Center at DelVal, received the Source Center Inc.
Dr. Robert A. Roosa Regulatory Compliance Award. The award honors outstanding accomplishment in regulatory compliance in support of laboratory animal science.
Dr. Keith Ou Presents at Cornell Nutrition Conference
Dr. Keith Ou, assistant professor of animal biotechnology and conservation, was invited to present his research on egg nutrition at the Cornell Nutrition Conference (CNC), one of the nation’s leading gatherings for animal science and nutrition experts.
DelVal Sophomore Awarded American FFA Degree
Sophomore Kaleigh Lynch, zoo science major, received the American FFA Degree, the highest degree achievable in the National FFA Organization.
The Great Allentown Fair Foundation Awards Three DelVal Students
On the second night of The Great Allentown Fair, the Lehigh County Agricultural Society held its Agricultural Recognition Night. The night aimed to reward the achievements of local farmers, gardeners and homemakers and highlight the vital role that youth have in the future of agriculture. Among the winners, The Great Allentown Fair Foundation awarded freshmen (class of 2029) Skyelar Horack, Zoie Jones and Lyndsey Smith each a $500 scholarship. 5 DelVal Awarded 2025
Healing the Planet Grant by GIANT Company
DelVal was among 37 recipients of a 2025 Healing the Planet grant. This project was funded by Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Healing the Planet Grant Program with support from The GIANT Company. Faculty member Joe Theesfeld led the project on campus with his Basic Plant Management course, and the trees were planted near the retention basin next to the Admission Cottage and Entrance
6 DelVal Recognized by BCOC during 60th Anniversary Gala
DelVal was awarded the Bucks County Opportunity Council’s (BCOC) Building Bridges Community Impact Award during its 60th Anniversary Gala in November. The award celebrates DelVal’s Hope of the Harvest charitable garden, which embodies BCOC’s vision of neighbors helping neighbors.
6 L-R: Dr. Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences; Larissa Li, Horticulture Production Manager; Chris Becker, Director of Agricultural Operations
6 Julia Krout ’04
“This gives us an opportunity to showcase what we are building with the cross country and track and field program, and I could not be prouder of the efforts put in to make this happen”
- Head Cross Country Coach Dylan Bennett
4 Emma Haas ’29 running at the MAC Championships
DelVal Hosts MAC Cross Country Championship
On Nov. 1, DelVal welcomed 16 teams to campus for the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) Cross Country Championship, marking the first time the event has been held at DelVal since 2017 and the fourth time in school history.
by Maxwell Manns, Sports Information Director
The championship course offers a true taste of DelVal’s landscape, wrapping around the University’s working farms, stables and baseball and softball fields.
Hosting the championship is both an honor and a milestone for the program.
“This gives us an opportunity to showcase what we are building with the cross country and track and field program, and I could not be prouder
of the efforts put in to make this happen,” said Head Coach Dylan Bennet t.
Executive Director of Athletics
Dave Duda added, “A great deal of credit goes to the vision of Dylan Bennett and his staff, and to Jeff Brown and his facilities team for preparing a challenging course at MAC Championship-level quality. The collective team effort helps us as a department put our best foot forward.”
4Me n ’s cross country competing at the DelVal-hosted 2025 MAC championship. L-R: Brendon Foreman ’29, Caleb Messenger ’26, Aiden Gallagher ’28
Aggies Shine Across Fall Sports
by Maxwell Manns, Sports Information Director
The Aggies men’s soccer program had a historic start to the season, opening with a program-best 8-1 record. Head coach Shaq Stephenson’s squad continues to build on last year’s success after setting a program record with nine wins in 2024. In this year’s conference opener against DeSales, a goal from Constantin Mahner ’29 helped the Aggies break another long-standing milestone, surpassing the previous single-season scoring record of 38 goals, which had stood since 1998.
Anchoring the team defensively is goalkeeper Nick Becker ’28, one of
the top shot stoppers in the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC). Through nine games, Becker ranked second in the MAC in goals-against average and earned MAC Defensive Player of the Week honors three times this season.
Stephenson credits the team’s success to its commitment and chemistry on and off the field.
“I’m proud of the team,” he said. “Everything we’ve accomplished so far is just a side effect of hard work. We want to change the narrative and win more games in MACtober.”
6Constantin Mahner ’29 taking a free kick at the Aggies’ season opener vs. Eastern
The Hunt Seat equestrian team has also started strong, highlighted by a preseason victory over reigning national champion Purdue University. The team followed that up by capturing High Point Team titles at both of its opening shows at Lehigh University and Lafayette College. After earning a seventh-place finish at the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Championships last spring, the Aggies, made up largely of first-year and sophomore riders, have picked up right where they left off.
3Hunt Seat team photo from preseason tournament win at Goucher College
Under the direction of first-year head coach Hannah Armstrong, the field hockey team has turned in a series of clutch performances to stay in the playoff hunt. The Aggies have notched three thrilling 2-1 overtime victories this season, along with a convincing win over Arcadia. They have been led offensively by transfer Brynne Miller ’26 and Kenzie Boyd ’26, who have both been named MAC Offensive Player of the Week, while graduate goalkeeper Brooke Golbeski ’26, a Doylestown native who transferred alongside Miller from Rider University, has anchored the defense with consistent and confident play in net.
DelVal student-athletes continued to shine across the MAC this fall, earning multiple Player of the Week honors in several sports.
In field hockey, Brynne Miller ’26 and Kenzie Boyd ’26 each collected MAC Freedom Offensive Player of the Week recognition after leading the Aggies’ attack in key victories, while graduate goalkeeper Brooke Golbeski ’26 was named Defensive Player of the Week for her standout performances. On the football team, wide receiver Alvaro Lora ’26 earned Offensive Player of the Week honors after a three-touchdown effort against FDU-Florham, and linebacker Thomas Arcaroli ’27 was recognized defensively following a 10-tackle, two-sack game in a win over King’s. Men’s soccer standout Nick Becker ’28 was named MAC Freedom Defensive Player of the Week three times during the Aggies’ recordbreaking start, while teammate Ernort George II ’28 earned an Offensive Player of the Week nod after scoring his first collegiate goal.
6Marissa Rogers ’28 celebrating a goal, en route
Women’s soccer goalkeeper Nicole Ocejo ’26, who leads the MAC Freedom in total saves, and volleyball defensive specialist Samantha Wilton ’27 also picked up conference recognition, rounding out a strong fall of individual and team success for the Aggies.
DelVal Athletics is also looking ahead to a historic event this winter as it prepares to host the inaugural MAC Women’s Wrestling Championship on Feb. 1, 2026, inside James Work Gymnasium. The Aggies will welcome Alvernia, Arcadia, Eastern, Misericordia, and York, marking another milestone for a growing program.
The Aggies women’s wrestling team was established during the COVID pandemic in 2020–21, and is the conference’s most experienced squad. They enter a new era under the direction of first-year head coach Mike Lammer. Hosting the championship not only highlights DelVal’s commitment to women’s athletics but also celebrates the program’s pioneering role in the MAC’s expansion into the sport.
6Dual sport athlete Olivia Rexrode ’25 singing the national anthem before a field hockey game against Widener
to a tie with Neumann
TEEING OFF IN WEST VIRGINIA
Head Men’s Golf Coach Doug Linde ’91 and the golf team, the majority of whom are turf management majors, recently took a trip to West Virginia to play golf and learn from alumni working in the industry. The team played two rounds of golf at Pikewood National Golf Club and one at West Shore Country Club.
Alumni included Joel Foreman ’09, who is now the Superintendent at Pikewood, and Gabe Wochley ’04, the superintendent at West Shore. Both alumni joined the DelVal group for golf, offered career advice, reflected on their own journeys and reminisced on their time at DelVal.
“One of the unique parts of the trip was learning how a top 100 course is maintained and then being able to play it with the superintendent,” said Pat Taylor ’28, a turf management major.
“Trips like this build team camaraderie,” said Linde. “More importantly, it’s an experience they’ll remember for life.”
Follow your favorite Aggies teams by visiting athletics.delval.edu for up-to-date schedules, photo galleries, stories, and links to live stats and live videos for each game. You can also stay informed by following @dvuaggies on social media!
5Mike Galasso ’27 handing the ball off to Justin Brown ’27 vs. King’s College
5 The golf team at Pikewood National Golf Course during their fall trip
4Physician Assistant White Coat Ceremony
Our physician assistant studies students earned their long white coats, marking the completion of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) on Thursday, Oct. 9. The long white coat worn by physician assistants symbolizes the transition from student to a practicing professional, and a commitment to perform their duties with honesty and dedication.
4Ag Center Press Conference
On Sept. 29, PA Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding returned to campus to highlight the new PA Center for Plant Excellence’s research grant. DelVal’s K.H. Littlefield Endowed Professor Dr. Carla D. Garzon sits on the board of the research grant as the hemp and specialty crop expert !
3Doylestown Pride/BAS Colloquium
DelVal School of Business, Arts and Sciences (BAS) and Doylestown Pride Festival hosted The Power of Grief: Transforming Mourning into Momentum During Times of Loss, Fear and Uncertainty in LGBTQ+ Communities on Sept. 17. The event was moderated by Audrey Ervin Ph.D., professor of counseling psychology and Doylestown Pride co-founder, and part of DelVal’s Business, Arts and Sciences Colloquium series, “Question It! Change It! Chaos as the New Normal.”
5Officials from the PA Department of Agriculture, Delaware Valley University and the Center for Plant Excellence stand in DelVal’s Arthur Poley Greenhouse. (L-R: DVU K.H. Littlefield Endowed Professor Dr. Carla D. Garzon, PA Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding, DVU President Dr. Benjamin E. Rusiloski, PA Center for Plant Excellence Interim Director Miranda Harple, DVU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Gloria Oikelome)
4Fourth Annual DelVal Parx Equine Day
Delaware Valley University equine students recently spent a day at Parx Casino Racetrack, where they explored another facet of the equine industry through out-of-classroom experiences and professional insight. Before each of the first five races, one student’s name was drawn to receive a $1,000 scholarship from the Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (PTHA).
3Harvest Festival
On Oct. 3, DelVal's chapter of MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) hosted its annual Harvest Festival on the quad to celebrate the fall season. The festival included music, games, club displays, food and hayrides to the pumpkin patch on South Campus.
3Spark Bowl
On Nov. 20, Bottimals - Bottle Loveys for Babies by Julianne Gardner won DelVal's sixth annual Spark Bowl, an entrepreneurial competition showcasing creativity and innovation from local startups. Read more about Spark Bowl at delval.edu/sparkbow l .
Homecoming 2025: Where Heroes are Made
DelVal’s Homecoming weekend brought together alumni, students, families, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate shared traditions and achievements.
The weekend began on Friday, Oct. 24 with campus tours led by our Rambassadors, followed by lunch in Levin and campus tours of our freight farm and greenhouse facilities. The Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th reunion at Terrain Gardens at DelVal, where the Alumni Happy Hour and Alumni Achievement Awards were also held that night. On Saturday,
Oct. 25, alumni, families, students, faculty and staff enjoyed our tailgate, student farmers market and football game. Joel Perez ’28 returned two kickoffs for touchdowns, and the DelVal defense came up with four fourth-quarter interceptions as the Aggies stormed back for a 41-38 Homecoming win over Stevenson.
ELEVATE THE EXPERIENCE: YOUR IMPACT IN ACTION
Every day, I see how our alumni and donors impact life at DelVal. Because of you, students have access to new spaces to learn and collaborate, scholarships that open doors and hands-on opportunities that bring real-world education to life. Your generosity fuels their confidence, and the difference you make is real. It’s visible in ways that support and inspire our students. In the next few pages, you’ll read just some of the ways that, together, we’re building something truly special for current and future Aggies.
Thank you for believing in our students and for helping to elevate their experience.
Joe Fiochetta
Vice President for Development and Alumni Affairs
OTHER GIFTS MADE BY KATE LITTLEFIELD INCLUDE:
State-of-the-art Greenhouse renovation s
K.H. Littlefield Endowed Professorship in Plant Science
Horticulture classroom and laboratory renovations
Strategic and Strategic Planning Funds
Graduate Programs
The DelVal Fund
Kate Littlefield
A generous donor provides $4 million to launch the comprehensive campaign.
Kate Littlefield has been making a difference at DelVal for more than ten years. She was introduced by a former Trustee, Jerry Fritz ’88, in 2013, and was surprised to find a historic ag school here in Doylestown.
After touring campus, Kate saw firsthand that DelVal’s facilities needed updating in order to better prepare students for success in their fields
“I realized that I was in a position to make a difference for a strong, regional university that is filled with special people. The people I meet at DelVal are passionate about what they do,” commented Kate in a recent interview. “I am a person who likes to create positive change, and DelVal is right in my backyard. Why wouldn’t I help?”
Kate served two terms on DelVal’s Board of Trustees from 2015 to 2023 and is now a Trustee Emerita. In addition to her valuable service and guidance as a Trustee, Kate has supported many important initiatives over the years.
Kate also chaired the search committee for DelVal’s 14th president and feels strongly that Dr. Rusiloski should be considered “…a founding president. He was a natural choice, an organic choice. He grew up at this school and really understands who we are and understands the institution as a living, breathing thing.”
Today, Kate is also one of several campaign advisors providing guidance and support for Elevate the Experience. Her gift of $4 million will support the cost of running a comprehensive campaign, including staffing, marketing materials, campaign events and other direct expenses.
Why this donation? Kate shared, “No one or two or three people can make a campaign a success. It takes a group of people who are committed to the mission with the support they need to be successful. I want others to feel inspired to support this unique institution and help write the next chapter in DelVal’s storied history.”
Rick ’83 and Maureen Finkel
Rick ’83 and Maureen Finkel are paying it forward with a $300,000 gift to support food science facilities and Professional Experience Grants.
Rick Finkel ’83 will enthusiastically share that Delaware Valley University, or Delaware Valley College during his student days, literally changed the direction of his life. DelVal put him on the path that led to his significant success in medical food products and to his ability now, with his wife Maureen, to pay it forward.
One might think that Rick was destined for a career in the food industry. His late father, Gilbert (Gil) Finkel ’57, was a food science and management major at DelVal and was very successful in the industry. Gil founded a company, Food-Tek, and held close to 20 patents.
Rick’s path, on the other hand, was not quite as direct. He described himself as disengaged and not applying himself as a student. His girlfriend at the time, Maureen (now his wife of 42 years), suggested that he needed to “get his act together,” and his father concurred. His father suggested he make a go of it at DelVal and Rick acquiesced.
With his academic record at the time, Rick was accepted to DelVal on a provisional basis. He needed to do well in his classes if he wanted to stay. He moved into a residence hall and was having a good time meeting people and being a college student. He was not, however, burning the midnight oil on his studies.
Rick recently recounted an encounter that changed the direction of his life. Rick was walking down Alumni Lane after midterms that first semester when he ran into President Dr. Feldstein
“Dr. Feldstein stopped me in my tracks and said, ‘Mr. Finkel, I need to speak with you. I have seen your midterm grades and you are doing very poorly in two classes,’” shared Rick. “‘You are not holding up your end of the deal and if you want to stay, you need to work with your professors and get those grades up.’”
Rick was surprised that the President would take the time to check up on him and push him to do better. He knew this was his last chance, so he contacted his professors, rolled up his sleeves and went to work. His thought at the time was, “Wow, these people really care about me.” His grades slowly improved, and by the time he graduated, he was “…a straight-A student. It turned my life around and I would not be where I am today if I had not attended DelVal.”
Rick graduated with a degree in business administration and joined his father’s company, Food-Tek. He had taken some elective courses in food marketing as he was now interested in the industry.
After ten years at Food-Tek, Rick and Maureen were parents with a young daughter, Madeline, and looking for a change. Rick had been working on a special project through Fook-Tek that was funded by the National Institute of Health to address the nutritional problems of children born with Phenylketonuria, or PKU. Children with PKU lack an enzyme that prevents a buildup of toxins from forming in the body. The company was developing a nutritional supplement to address the enzyme deficiency. This nutritional
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“I know that I would not have the life I have today if not for my time at DelVal.”
- Rick Finkel ’83
Rick ’83 and Maureen Finkel
Rick ’83 and Maureen Finkel continued
supplement was not a formulary drug and, while not a cure, was helping some children thrive. When the funding ended, 24 children were still in the study. One of the doctors on the study asked Rick if he could find a way to continue making the product, known as PhenylAde.
Rick and Maureen could not live with the thought that these children would no longer receive the supplements, and an idea emerged. They would leave Food-Tek, start their own company, and find doctors and labs that were willing to continue the study.
Rick and Maureen launched Applied Nutrition Corp. (ANC) in 1993 to provide superior nutrition and greattasting medical food products to people with rare metabolic diseases.
ANC was the first company to develop medical foods for metabolic diseases that more closely resemble regular foods. Adding recognizable flavors, colors and textures led to
improved compliance, particularly in childre
Rick immersed himself in medical conferences and continued working with doctors and chemists on formulations to address PKU.
As ANC continued to grow into a successf ul company, Rick and Maureen had no desire to sell, but a very attractive offer arrived. They realized their good work could continue philanthropically and now offer support, consultations and angel investments to nonprofits and startup organizations
Rick and Maureen have generously committed $300,000 to Delaware Valley University in support of the comprehensive campaign.
They are supporting upgrades to the food science laboratory facilities so that students can learn with newer technologies and equipment, and they are supporting the Professional Experience Grants (PEGs) initiative.
PRESIDENTIAL ROADSHOW
PEGs provide financial support for students to gain experience in research, travel to conferences, participate in service learning and take vital internships that may be unpaid.
“Maureen and I are passionate about paying it forward,” shared Rick. “It is our pleasure and privilege to be able to help DelVal students in this way.”
To
talk about ways you can have an impact on DelVal students, contact the Division of Development and Alumni Affairs at development@delval.edu
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On August 3, Dr. Ben traveled to Los Angeles, CA, where Trustee Tom Debrowski ’72 and his spouse, Vickey Debrowski, hosted a reception at the Bel-Air Country Club. Alumni and guests traveled from near and far to enjoy the Debrowskis’ hospitality and reconnect with DelVal.
Interested in learning more about hosting a roadshow event in your area? Please email development@delval.edu to get the conversation started.
5King of Prussia
DelVal President Dr. Benjamin Rusiloski, continues his Presidential Roadshow. On May 29, he visited with alumni – including several of his former students – at an Aggie Alumni Mixer in King of Prussia, PA, generously hosted by Alana ’00 and Eric ’01 Goldstein.
Scholarships Help Rose Duran ’28 Dive Deeper into Her Marine Biologist Dreams
Support from donors allows this first-generation college student to pursue her passion for marine biology while spending more time with the family who inspires her.
Rose Duran is a first-generation college student in her sophomore year studying zoo science. Duran has always been drawn to the ocean and the creatures that call it home, especially manatees, and has dreams of becoming a marine biologist. Her college journey, however, is fueled by more than her love of marine life; it’s powered by the unwavering support of her family and the generous donors who have gifted her scholarships. Duran balances an extraordinary workload to make her education possible. She currently holds four jobs throughout the year to help support both her studies and her family. Yet even with such a demanding schedule, her heart remains anchored by her biggest supporters – her grandmom, mom and little sister.
Thanks to the Thomas C. and Susan B. Learner Endowed Scholarship and The William H. Hardesty M.D., Endowed Scholarship, Duran has been able to ease her work hours just enough to focus more deeply on her academics and her family.
“These scholarships mean I can spend more time with my family and can buy professional clothes for internship interviews,” said Duran. “I’m blown away by the amount of support I’ve received.”
The impact of that support extends beyond the classroom. With a little more breathing room in her schedule, Duran has been able to embrace more of the college experience. She recently
joined Gaming Society on campus, where she’s made new friends and found a fun outlet to recharge between classes and shifts at Levin Dining Hall.
If Duran could speak directly to the donors of these scholarships, she would “shake their hand forever and just say the biggest ‘thank you.’”
For Duran, these scholarships are more than financial assistance; they’re a lifeline that allows her to grow as a student and a future marine biologist. They represent the encouragement she needs to keep moving toward her dream of exploring the mysteries of the sea. She hopes the donors understand the true magnitude of the impact of their scholarships and how much their belief in her success means to her. She takes comfort in knowing that, in addition to her family, there are people who believe in her future.
5Rose Duran ’28 with her grandmom, mom and little sister, whom she credits as her biggest supporters and inspirations.
“I’m blown away by the amount of support I’ve received.”
- Rose Duran ’28
1896 Society Gala
President Rusiloski warmly welcomed leadership-level donors to the 1896 Society Gala on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. More than 220 guests gathered at Terrain Gardens at DelVal, enjoying an evening filled with connection, celebration and gratitude amidst beautiful surroundings. The event was generously sponsored by The Haverford Trust Company.
5L-R: Dr. Benjamin Rusiloski with Barbara Livrone, winner of The Patricia C. Hilton ’76 Volunteer Service Award; Jim Harteis ’65, winner of The Philanthropist of the Year Award; and student speaker Hannah Citron ’26
5L-R: Charlie Silfee ’25, Jennifer Giberson ’25, Stephenie Giberson ’25, Aileen Gellman ’27
5 L-R: Audrey Kipphut, Dave Kipphut ’73, Jake Cammarota ’26, Caleb Messenger ’25, Elizabeth Higgins ’26
5 L-R: Galen Ettinger ’82, Hannah Hoffman ’26, Julius Jamora
5L-R: Matt Rosato, Trustees Kellie McGowan and Francie Babik ’10, MBA ’14, Ray Babik
Dr. Thomas W. Watson ’57: A Legacy of Giving
The late Dr. Thomas W. Watson ’57 and his wife, Judee Wales Watson, have established a legacy of giving at Delaware Valley University.
Tom and Judee have generously supported students through scholarships, mentorship and renovations to both the men’s and women’s locker rooms. They also established the Watson Executivein-Residence (WEIR) speaker series which brings executives from a variety of business fields to campus each fall and spring. The executives share their career experience and meet one-on-one with students, offering support and advice on making the most of their college experience.
“It started with scholarships,” shared Judee.
Then they established the Watson Executive-in-Residence program.
The WEIR program gave Tom “…something he could be involved with. He could meet his scholars, spend time with them,” said Judee. “He would set up a schedule with the University so that anyone who wanted to meet with him could sign up for a one-on-one.”
“I count myself very blessed because I got time with Tom every time one of the executives was on campus. He was not just a mentor to students, he was a mentor to all of us,” shared President Rusiloski. “For me personally, Tom lives on in my heart and in my head. He has never left me. He has never left us. And he never will.”
Tom was the proud father of five children: Brett, Kelly, Carrie, Shannon and Stacy, and five grandchildren: Cara, Jessica, Harrison, Gracie and Vivian.
He met the love of his life, Judee Wales, on October 1, 1977 at the Farewell Pelé game at The Meadowlands in New Jersey. Judee was asked to help host executives from BBDO in New York on the bus ride and at the game. Tom introduced himself, and as Judee recently shared, “That was it. He took me under his wing. We were together for 47 years and married for 38.”
“It started with scholarships.”
- Judee Wales Watson
Of all the gifts Tom has given to DelVal over the years, it is the gift of his time, his guidance and his counsel that the DelVal community remembered at the WEIR lecture in the Life Sciences Building on Oct. 22, 2025. The event began with a video commemorating Tom, who passed away on Nov. 17, 2024, at the age of 90.
Tom saw Judee and was instantly taken with her drive and success. An actor, singer, writer and producer (among many other things), Judee had and continues to have passion, fire and a desire to help heal the world through her art. Tom didn’t stand a chance on that autumn day. He fell for Judee and their love grew throughout their 47 years together.
One of Tom and Judee’s first dates was a picnic at Lake Archer on campus. Tom gave her the grand tour of campus, and they returned for Homecoming and other events over the years.
“I love this place as much as Tom did,” Judee recently shared.
Throughout his life, Tom served as a mentor to those who worked with and for him. He believed every student had potential and was always ready to support their journey. His legacy and impact on the University and the DelVal community will long be remembered through the Watson Executive-in-Residence program and his many other contributions.
TOM WATSON’S CAREER TRAJECTORY
Tom attended the National College of Agriculture (now Delaware Valley University) with the goal of becoming a veterinarian. He also wanted to play his beloved game, baseball. A successful student-athlete, Tom was also a member of the Animal Husbandry club, A-Day Committee, the Varsity Club, and was a sportswriter for The Gleaner. He was involved in the Student Government Association and served as president during his senior year.
Tom took a job with Abbott Laboratories upon graduation and quickly realized that he wanted to move into marketing. A few years later, he moved into a marketing position with Merck in New York.
This move was the beginning of an impressive career trajectory for Tom. From there, he moved into the advertising agency business at BBDO, a significant Madison Avenue firm, and had success.
Tom was integral in the formation of Omnicom, Inc., the world’s largest advertising agency, in 1985. Omnicom included BBDO, Doyle Dane Bernbach and Needham Harper Worldwide, and remains one of the largest agencies in the world to this day. Tom later founded Omnicom University, a professional development opportunity for employees of Omnicom, and served as its first dean. Tom ultimately “REWIRED” in 2005 after a long career of success and leadership.
6The Judee Wales Watson Theater at Emerson College, Judee's alma mater
Robert Irving ’01, B.S. Business Administration Business Lessons from DelVal Guide CEO’s Growth and Leadership
Robert “Bob” Irving was interested in technology from the beginning of his career. After graduating from high school in 1979, he earned a degree in electromechanical design from the American Institute of Design and began working in the growing field of sensors.
Bob joined a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, AMETEK Inc. His expertise grew in many areas of sensor technology, including pressure, level, position and factory automation sensor technologies.
“As my career grew, I realized I was interested in the business, finance and marketing aspects of the industry.
I decided I wanted to get a business degree and looked at a few schools in the area,” said Irving. “The Business Department at Delaware Valley College had a good reputation and I decided to go there.”
This was not an easy path as Bob was working full time and had a young family during the 1990s. He took evening courses over several years and earned his B.S. in business administration with a focus on marketing and finance. He graduated
in 2001, summa cum laude, and was a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda, a prestigious honor society for nontraditional students.
“I was fortunate to have the support of my family and generous tuition reimbursements from AMETEK,” said Irving. “I made a number of friends in my classes as DelVal, and those friendships continued for many yea rs.”
Bob’s career grew quickly as he assumed increasingly responsible positions at AMETEK as operations manager, director of engineering, vice president, business unit manager and, ultimately, vice president of strategic marketing.
“I was not actively seeking a career change, but in 2021 the private equity firm that acquired Sentech Inc., Astor Place Holdings, reached out to me. At the time, I had responsibility for strategic marketing and business development for AMETEK’s Sensor, Test and Calibration unit. Astor Place Holdings was looking for someone with my technical background, and more importantly, my overall management and strategic leadership experience across the operation.”
Bob joined Sentech that year as chief executive officer and president. He was charged with growing the operation both organically and through strategic acquisitions of other sensor businesses.
Under Bob’s leadership, Sentech has acquired two companies. In March 2024, it acquired Xensor LLC in Hatfield, Pa. Xensor primarily manufactured motion sensors, and those operations were consolidated at Sentech’s Willow Grove facility.
In December 2024, Motion Sensors, a leading developer of state-of-theart speed sensors headquartered in
Elizabeth City, N.C., was acquired. Motion Sensors continues to operate from Elizabeth City and serves industrial commercial aerospace, space, rail and transit industries.
“I have drawn on the knowledge I gained from my business professors from DelVal over the past 25 years in my career,” shared Bob. “I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given in life.”
In his personal life, Bob enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, children and numerous grandchildren
Bob’s journey exemplifies the value of hard work and continuous growth that DelVal strives to instill in every student, regardless of how, or when, they begin their college journey.
“I have drawn on the knowledge I gained from my business professors from DelVal over the past 25 years in my career.”
- Robert Irving ’01
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1980 s
5 Brian Duffy ’81 is now the Takeda program manager for the Technical Transfer of Takeda Drug Products. Duffy oversees all process technology from the current Thermo Fisher site in North Carolina to the Thermo Fisher Scientific sister sites in both Cincinnati, Ohio and Mississauga, Canada.
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Mr. & Mrs. Hakim Savoy ’90 welcomed their new grandson, Malik Richard Henry Savoy, in August 2025. Malik is eagerly anticipated to become a future DelVal Aggie!
2000 s
6 Matthew Hunter ’00 received the 2024 Educator of the Year award from the International Code Council (ICC) at the annual conference banquet in Long Beach, Ca. on Oct. 22, 2024. In January 2025, Hunter joined APA, the Engineered Wood Association, as the director of codes and standards.
5 In April 2025, Jackie Hartzell ‘05 was offered the position as head women’s basketball coach for Rider University. Hartzell played basketball at DelVal under Coach Laura Hogan ’90 and has had an admirable career progression starting as a coach for D-III teams. Her new position at Rider marks her first D-I coaching position
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5 Bailey (Young) Dolimpio ’14 and Nick Dolimpio ’14 welcomed their second child, Whitney Lee Dolimpio, on Feb. 6, 2025.
5 Mel (Welsh) Brisgone ’15 and husband Steve welcomed their first child. Sonder, meaning the profound realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own, is a healthy baby boy. The entire family is doing great and loving this new chapter of their lives.
6 Emma (Boyle) Strohl ’15 earned a new position as senior counsel, head of global regulatory affairs at Celsius Inc., the international energy drink brand
TOM DEBROWSKI ‘72
Congratulations to Thomas Debrowski ’72, who was inducted into the Woodbridge Twp., NJ Athletic Alumni Association Hall of Fame on October 19. Debrowski played baseball throughout his four years at DelVal and he currently serves on DelVal’s Board of Trustees. Previously, Debrowski has also won the President’s Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award and was named honorary captain of the DVU football team.
2020 s
4 Makayla Hernandez ’24 has taken two new steps in her ornithology career. She has recently begun pursuing her master's in biology at East Stroudburg University. Her program will include a thesis project on controlled burn areas in Pa. with a focus on how they will affect birds. Hernandez has also begun a new position as a hawk counter with the Lehigh Gap Nature Center for the Fall Migration.
4 In August 2025, Kristin Madeira ’25 earned a new position as dean of students for Parkland School District in Lehigh Count y.
4 In August 2025, Elizabeth Weed ’25 began a four-month Conservation Science Traineeship at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton, Pa.
4 Calvin Campos ’ 25 recently completed a post-graduation 12-week internship with Woodland’s Wildlife Refuge in Pittstown, NJ. Campos is now an intern with the Metro Richmond Zoo and is excited to continue to apply his knowledge from DelVal to grow his career in zoos.
2025 ALUMNI AWARDS
Every year during Homecoming weekend, the Alumni Association hosts its annual Alumni Achievement Awards ceremony, honoring alumni who have made a lasting impact in their industries and the DelVal community. This year, the following alumni were recognized:
4 National Farm School/National Agricultural College – Class of 1958
4 Business Administration – Mike Sobczak ’07
4 Plant Science – Krystal Lucykanish Snyder ’05
4 Ornamental Horticulture – John Neyhart ’81
4 Faculty & Staff – Peter Kupersmith, Director of Krauskopf Memorial Library
4 Graduate School Degree - Sarah Boyle, MBA ’13
4 Large Animal Science – Dr. Nick Place ’84
4 Small Animal Science – Dr. Nathan Truitt ’13
4 Arthur Brown Award – Matthew E. Iager, DVM ’93
4 President’s Distinguished Alumni Award – Lou Hegyes ’70
In Memoriam
Alumni
Peter G. Rolland ’52
Martin “Marty” Brooks ’54
Morton “Morty” B. Hershman ’54
Charles “Charlie” Indek ’57
H. David “Dave” Caplan’ 58
Joseph J. Faline ’59
G. Bud “Bud” Charlick ’60
Philo “Skip” W. Chapman ’62
Arnold J. Radi ’62
Glenn E. Compton ’65
Thomas “Tom” W. Speakman, Sr. ’66
William “Bill” M. Dougherty ’69
Mark Eutermoser ’70
Richard “Dick” C. Oglevee ’74
John I. Rigolizzo, Jr. ’75
Theodore “Ted” A. King ’76
Cheryl L. Zoller ’78
Sharon M. (Minton) Kilrain ’80
Taylor C. Schaible ’81
Gottfried “Fred” Schulte, Jr. ’82
Lisa M. (Ciocci) Johnson ’84
Mark N. Ambrose ’91
Joan F. Gretton’ 94
Allen J. Rathjens ’94
Victoria “Vicki” D. Arnold ’95
Susan “Sue” H. (Hatch) Lowry ’98
Timothy “Tim” J. Connors, M.A.’17
DelVal Faculty and Staff
Dr. Neil J. Vincent ’65
June P. Bitzer
2025 IMPACT REPORT
The Power of Your Support
Your generosity helps make the DelVal experience truly distinctive. Beyond funding scholarships, your contributions empower academic and athletic achievement, strengthen our award-winning experiential learning programs, support the research and creativity of our faculty and students, and enhance the technology and infrastructure that keep our campus thriving.
Our Generous Donors
This report lists all donors to Delaware Valley University whose gifts were received between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.
CORNERSTONE CIRCLE
$100,000+
James Diamond ’61 and Susan Diamond
Katherine Littlefield and Joshua Littlefield
CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE
$25,000-$49,999
Marlene De La Cruz and Lee Snyder
William Edmunds ’68 and Denise Edmunds
Mark Uebersax ’70 and Kristen Uebersax
TRUSTEE’S CIRCLE
$10,000-$24,999
Charles Bernd ’64 and Virginia Bernd
Clifford Cortelyou ’68 and Kay Cortelyou
Thomas Debrowski ’72 and Vickey Debrowski
Robert Dietzel and Kerry Dietzel
Richard Finkel ’83 and Maureen Finkel
Joseph Fitzpatrick ’61 and Nancy Fitzpatrick
Kevin Foster ’82 and Patty Foster
Elizabeth Gemmill, HM
Stan James and Jenny Ornsteen James
Joseph Krauskopf and Caroline Krauskopf
Rosario Licciardello ’74
Kenneth Lipton ’61
Les Lottman and Cheryl Lottman
Jonathan Mandell and Monica Mandell
Morton Mandell, HM
Kevin McPoyle and Heather McPoyle
Rosalie McVay ’00 and W. Patrick McVay
Bruce Mellott ’92
Robert Meredith and Susan Meredith
Philip Reitano ’70 and Mary Reitano
Benjamin Rusiloski, III and Erin Vogelsong ’00
Hakim Richard Savoy ’90 and Lisa Savoy
William Schutt and Laurie Schutt
Trudy Snope
George Taylor ’68
Leonard Tritt ’69 and Connie Tritt
Janis Wozar ’88 and George Wozar
Vincent Zaccheo ’66 and Ruth Zaccheo
$273,664
131
STUDENTS RECEIVED ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS AWARDED
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE
$5,000-$9,999
Ronald Alexander ’84 and Mary Jo Alexander
Evelyn Ankers and James Ankers
Michael Araten
Randy Barfield
Tanya Casas and Raul Casas
Albert D’Andrea, III and Angela D’Andrea
Kimberly Hecht ’95 and Michael Hecht ’93
William Hecht and Peggy Hecht
Thomas Kavanagh ’66 and Elaine Kavanagh
Christine Klein and Robert Klein
Linda Krauskopf
Joy Levy and Scott Levy
Gregg Looney and Mary Looney
Daniel Moloney
Richard Rehm ’73 and Dorothy Rehm
Robert Sabol, Sr. ’63 and Elizabeth Sabol
Pamela Sander
David Scovell ’66
Charles Smith, Jr.
Gary Ulrich ’82 and Kathleen Ulrich
April Vari and John Abbruzzese
244
STUDENTS RECEIVED ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
$566,712
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS AWARDED
DEAN’S CIRCLE
$2,500-$4,999
Kristen Asselin and Jeff Smith
Barry Blithe ’68 and Pam Blithe
Richard Carroll ’64 and Diane Carroll
William Clarke, III ’74
Neil Clover ’89 and Michelle Clover
Charles Currier ’70 and Rochelle Currier
Gery Fisher ’70 and Carol Fisher
Eric Goldstein ’01 and Alana Goldstein ’00
Robert Hahn and Joann Hahn
Bradley Hershey ’85 and Sandra Hershey
William Hoffman and Stephanie Hoffman
Matthew Iager ’93 and Laura Iager
David Kipphut ’73 and Audrey Kipphut
Peter Kupersmith
William Lawlor and Caroline Lawlor
Thomas Leamer, HM and Susan Leamer, HM
Philip Luccarelli ’83 and Maryanne Luccarelli
Francis Malloy ’61
Antoinette Maniatty
Gordon Mann, III and Sabrina Mann
Kellie McGowan and Matthew Rosato
Andrew Moyer ’22 and Michael Raymond
Nealie Newberger ’99
Dorothy Prisco
Blair T. Rush ’91 and Tamara Rush
Alice Ryan
Gerald Skoda ’63 and Rosemary Skoda
Linda Thudium
Laura Viel ’18 and William Viel
FACULTY CIRCLE
$1,000-$2,499
Anonymous (2)
Steven Alger ’77 and Susan Alger
Richard Allman and Janet Allman
Francie Babik ’10, ’14 and Raymond Babik
Ronald Bates ’81 and Teresa Bates
Richard Baum ’70 and Gail Baum
Lydia Berry ’77
Martin Brooks ’54*
Karlena Brown ’12
Michael Bruno and Kimberly Bruno
William Camerer, III ’71 and Robin Camerer
Jonathan Cassel ’76
Jimmy Cheek and Ileen Cheek
John Cimino and Karen Cimino
Ralph Cohen and Alice Bergman
Tyler Coleman ’16 and Jennifer Coleman ’17
James Cooper
Frederick Cope ’69 and Laran Cope
Cheryl Costella ’96, ’10, ’22 and Dave Costella
Raymond Cupples, Jr. ’64 and Bonnie Cupples
Gilbert D’Andrea
Melinda DeCesare
Amy Dick
Richard Dommel and Joan Dommel
Andrew Dougherty ’00 and Kristen Dougherty ’00
John Dull ’84 and Jean Dull ’83
William Dunscombe, Jr. ’68 and Veronica Dunscombe
Debora Edson and Douglas Edson
Bonnie Ennis
Mary Esposito*
Galen Ettinger ’82 and Julius Jamora
Jeffrey Evans ’74
John Fallon ’74 and Donna Fallon
Muffet Feddo
Theodore Feldstein and Diane Feldstein
David Fink ’73 and Sonia Fink
Joseph Fiochetta and Laura Fiochetta
Raymond Funkhouser ’72 and Donna Funkhouser
Daniel Gowaty ’72 and Nina Gowaty
Richard Haas ’58 and Shannon Haas
Louis Hegyes ’70 and Kathleen Hegyes
Arthur D. Hershey and Joyce Hershey
M. Peter Hoffman ’63 and Lorraine Hoffman
James Jackson, Jr. ’59 and Nadine Jackson
Kathleen James
Jennifer Jordan-Bear
Anthony Kaspariunas ’73
Kevin Keim ’68 and Kathrine Cays
Richard Knudson ’64 and Karen Knudson
James LaBaugh ’73
W. Dennis Lamm ’69 and Jean Lamm
Barbara Livrone and Dennis Livrone
William Long ’94 and Kathleen Long
OUR DONORS
■ 51% Alumni
■ 29% Faculty, Staff, and Friends
■ 12% Parents
■ 6% Corporations and Organizations
■ 2% Foundations
AREAS OF SUPPORT
■ 37% Capital
■ 21% Academics
■ 17% Area of Greatest Need
■ 15% Athletics
■ 10% Scholarships
Total Raised: $10,236,010
Mary Ellen Maynard
Edward Mazze and Sharon Mazze
Stephanie McCurry ’88 and Thomas McCurry
Eileen McDonnell
Frank McDonough ’70 and Kathleen McDonough
Dominic Montileone and Betsy Montileone
Marcia Moore ’00
Thomas Morton
Lawrence Moses ’70 and Robin Moses
Jerrold Mulnick ’61 and Linda Mulnick
Barbara Muse and Ronald Muse
Carl Nebhut, III ’83
Harold Nightwine ’63 and Nancy Nightwine
Richard Osman ’74 and Ruth Osman
Kathy Payne and Michael Payne
Leon Pendracky ’72 and Kathleen Pendracky
Robert Pierson
Timothy Poirier
John Puglisi ’78 and Ruth Puglisi
Stephen Rieks
V. Jacque Roszel ’72 and Cynthia Roszel ’74
Michael Rush and Jennifer Rush
Gregory Scott ’69 and Cynthia Scott
Suzanne Steeley ’95 and James Steeley
Jonathan Stein ’75
Joan Stryjewski
Howard Suher ’75 and Lynne Suher
Henry Sumner ’76 and Kathleen Sumner
Craig Thatcher ’74
Tom Smyth ’75 and Kathy Smyth
James Trainer ’82 and Mary Ellen Trainer ’84
Kwong Tso ’67
Jeane Vidoni
Charles Wira ’62 and Madelyn Wira
Frank Wolfgang and Joan Wolfgang
GREEN AND GOLD CLUB
$500-$999
Anonymous (5)
Donald Baker ’62 and Helen Styranec
Marren Berthold
Robert Briedis ’87 and Ann Briedis
Janet Brittingham
William Burns, Jr. ’61 and Helen Burns
Kenneth Chubb ’71 and Anne Chubb
Douglas Coyle ’77 and Donna Coyle
Theresia Crane
Warren Debnam ’70 and Amy Debnam
William Didden and Diana Didden
Peter Driscoll ’63 and Dianne Driscoll
Mary Ellen Edelmayer
William Eisel, III ’69
Drew Fillipo ’81 and Susan Griffith
Jaclyn Fiola
Michael Fluchere ’76 and Janice Fluchere
Beatrice Furth
Catherine Fyock ’02
Steven Gala and Brenda Gala
Joseph Grajewski ’84 and Tracy Grajewski
Diana Grouser ’79 and Richard Grouser, Jr. ’79
Donna Heath and Daniel Heath
Sharon Higgins
Joan Hock ’05 and Bill Hock
Richard Hodnicky, Jr. ’78
John Howell, Jr. ’66 and Nancy Howell
Timothy Ireland ’85 and Lynda Ireland
Scott Jones ’91 and Denise Jones ’94
Kathleen Jones ’82 and H. Steven Jones ’82
Waylon Jones ’01
William Klauder ’72 and Monica Klauder
Robert Lindemann ’69 and Pamela Lindemann
Mingwang Liu
Cam Maio and Nicole Maio
Michael Matthews ’76 and Pamela Matthews
James McShea, Jr. ’79 and Barbara McShea
Steven Meyers ’88
J. Robert Meyers, Jr. and Julia Meyers
Glenn Michalak ’79, ’06 and Cathy Michalak
Edmund Mikowski ’78
Nina Miller
Maggie Moran
Ann Mossing
John Nicolo
Kevin Orford
Richard Palmasano ’70 and Margaret Palmasano
Joseph Paris and Aften Paris
Robert Parsons ’63 and Loretta Parsons
Robert Pitzschler ’62
Kelly Quinn ’18
Benjamin Rakus ’96
Bob Reilly
William Robbins, Jr. ’87* and Bonnie Robbins
Kenneth Roux ’70 and Shirley Roux
Linda Schueller
George Sellers, III ’65 and Reed Sellers
Timothy Sempowski ’86 and Kristina Sempowski
John Smith ’72 and Elizabeth Smith
Luke Spearing
Jeffrey Sternfeld and Henny Sternfeld
Christopher Stuhl ’89
Amy Tomes ’97 and Jason Tomes
Sam Wechsler
John Yard and Lisa Yard
PIONEER CLUB
$250-$499
Anonymous (2)
Mark Abissi ’84 and Maria Abissi
Sarah Alu
Morton Ballin ’50 and Mary Ballin
Bradley Beidel ’82 and Susan Beidel ’83
Kirk Bish
John Boruta ’75 and Ginnie Boruta
David Bubenheim ’80 and Debra Reiss-Bubenheim ’81
Donald Carkhuff ’69 and Lorie Carkhuff
Edwin Carlson ’68 and Margaret Carlson
Robert Clancy, Jr. ’87 and Robin Clancy
Elizabeth Claypoole ’84
Roy Cohen ’78 and Christine Cohen
Robert Conard and Susannah Conard
Robert Connelly and Suzie Hooker-Connelly
Willard Conrad, Sr. ’63 and Melody Conrad
Charles Cowher, Jr. ’81 and L. Michelle Cowher
Hunter Croft
Janice Cunningham
William Curtis ’71 and Deborah Curtis
Stephen Cygan ’76 and Beth Ann Cygan
Ronald Dalrymple ’65 and Waltraud Dalrymple
Dennis DeSimone ’72 and Carolyn DeSimone
Charles DiCola ’72 and Ulrike DiCola
Franklin Dippery and Sandra Dippery
Anthony Donofrio ’88 and Chong Wong
Patrick Dorgan and Rita Dorgan
Marion duPont ’78 and John duPont
Samuel Eby ’64 and Leslie Eby
Melissa Eiseman
Ned Ellenberger ’71
Annmarie Ely ’19
Robert Ericksen and Joy Ericksen
Edward Funkhouser ’67
Robin Furth
Tracey Gillespie ’94 and Alva Keehn
Daniel Guers ’72 and Joan Guers
Susan Haldeman and Thomas Haldeman
Ronald Haraka ’80
Charles Hess, Jr. ’88 and Barbara Hess ’88
Tracy Hoover ’82 and Ronald Hoover ’83
Robert Jacobus, Jr. ’74 and Jayne Jacobus
Sekou Kaba
Thaddeus Kabat, Jr. ’73
David Kantner ’60 and Constance Kantner*
Theresa Kerick ’80
Jeffrey Kerr ’89
Cloyd Knouse ’55 and Robin Knouse
Andrew Law ’67 and Diane Law
Thomas Leamer, Jr. and Jill Leamer
Abbott Lee ’73 and Pamela Lee
Walter Mathewson, III ’80 and Janice Mathewson
Rachel Mauer and Craig Mauer
W. Scott Mauger ’66
David McCullough ’72 and Mary McCullough
Rebekah Meadows
Emily Miller ’07, ’15 and Scott Miller
Albert Minutolo
Dale Moyer ’76 and Stacey Moyer
Gloria Oikelome and Franklin Oikelome
James Parsons ’82 and Judith Parsons ’84
William Pearson, III ’70 and Doris Pearson
Margaret Pergolese ’84 and John Pergolese
George Perry, Jr. ’63 and Barbara Perry
Joseph Porawski ’78
Bruce Pratt ’74 and Karen Pratt
Kevin Rambo ’09 and Danielle Rambo
Katherine Reilly
Aaron Rill ’16
Nicholas Russo, Jr. ’85 and Anne Marie Russo ’85
Nicholas Sacco ’74 and Joan Sacco
Broc Sandelin and Lerae Sandelin
Steven Saxe ’00
Quentin Schlieder, Jr. ’70
Matthew Schneider
Donald Sechler ’71 and Carol Sechler
Lew Seidenberg ’57 and Robin Seidenberg
Svetlana Shkitko
Lora Smith-Lago ’91 and Kirk Lago
Ryan Spatz ’02
Rodger Spear ’71 and Sharon Spear
David Spinella ’67 and Janice Spinella
Bruce Sprague ’69 and Cherry Sprague
Melanie Spratt ’94 and Robert Spratt, IV ’95
Jason Stackhouse ’00 and Lauren Stackhouse ’02
Irving Stein and M. Lynn Myers
Karl Strohmaier ’77 and Rose Strohmaier
Jessica Sweigart
Ronald Swenson ’78
James Thompson, Jr. ’80
Leon Thompson, Jr. ’64 and Mary Thompson
Joann Trainer
Steven Trostle ’84
Meredyth VanVreede ’23
Alvin Walker, Jr. ’58 and Carol Walker
Richard Weidman ’82 and Barbara Greenhalgh-Weidman
Henry Wetzel, Jr. ’67 and Linda Wetzel
Ann Wierzbicki ’82 and Stan Wierzbicki
Anjana Wills
Deborah Yard
Annette Zamboni-Werner ’85 and F Joseph Werner
Kenneth Zanzalari ’84 and Susan Zanzalari
CENTURY CLUB $100-$249
Anonymous (5)
Paul Alexander
David Alff ’75 and Lorraine Alff
Janet Almquist ’00 and Phil Almquist
James Ambrose ’71 and Mary Beth Ambrose
David Andreassen ’62 and Inger Andreassen
Jen Armstrong
Barbara Babcock ’82 and Paul Babcock
Anthony Baccari, Jr. ’99
Gregory Bair ’89
Rebecca Barton
Ann Bastian ’89
Rodney Bates ’82 and Linda Bates
Sandra Bayda
Kiki Beans
Johnna Beauchamp
Jeremy Beckett ’13
Diana Beishline
Arabella Benducci ’22
Robert Benkwitt, III
Edward Bettigole and Michelle Bettigole
Sueann Bilello
David Bini ’83 and Joanne Bini
Brad Bittner ’90 and Nancy Bittner
Michelle Blair ’92
Susan Blazer ’11
Diane Bonifacino
Deborah Bossler ’77
Eleanor Boyle ’75
Richard Brandel, Jr. ’80 and Mary Brandel
Barry Brantner
Crista Brawley ’01 and Patrick Brawley ’01
Dale Brenneman ’67 and Barbara Brenneman
Richard Brenner ’69
Justin Briggs ’22
Richard Brinkmann and Joan Brinkmann
Richard Brooks ’75
John Brown
Elizabeth Bufo ’79 and Michael Bufo
Joseph Cairone and Donna Cairone
Michael Calkins ’04
Linda Campbell ’82 and Richard Campbell
Cerinda Carboy-Newcomb ’85 and John Carboy-Newcomb
Nancy Carey
Stephen Carr and Vivian Carr
Nina Casali
John Casella ’83
Thomas Chambers and Jane Chambers
Shawn Charles ’86 and Clare Charles
Dennis Chonko ’70 and Nancy Chonko
Andrew Ciukurescu
L. Keith Clayton ’66 and Kris Clayton
Michael Cliver ’94 and Tracey Cliver
Andrew Conley, Sr. ’80 and Kimberly Conley ’82
Michael Connolly ’83
John Constantinou and Carol Constantinou
Walter Cooper ’85
Natalie Costa
Richard Craven ’13
John Criswell ’59 and Lynda Criswell
Gwen Cryan ’79 and Gregory Cryan
William Daly, III ’98 and Amy Fry-Daly
Leyla Danis ’21, ’23
Patrick Day ’69 and Donna Day
Matthew DelGiudice
John Delpino ’74
Lisa DiCenzo
Charlene Dickens ’03 and Matthew Dickens
Daniel DiGenova ’78
Karan Dinardo and Anthony Dinardo
Loretta DiPiazza
Dennis Dobrowolski, Sr. ’68
Darl Dodson ’68 and Marsima Dodson
John Dolan ’58 and Priscilla Dolan
Leslie Dowell
Michael Downing ’79 and Maryetta Downing ’80
John Echternach ’71 and Judie Echternach
John Eckstine, Jr. ’68 and Patricia Eckstine
William Eick ’67 and Sally Eick
R. Kirby Ellis ’74 and Joanne Ellis
Thomas Everett, Jr. ’76
George Everingham and Ann Everingham
Lindsey Fandozzi ’02, ’07 and Steve Fandozzi
David Farrar ’72 and Donna Farrar
Randy Faulkner and Ellen Faulkner
John Feher
Judith Feigin and David Feigin
Stanford Feinberg and Linda Brown
Kathleen Ferrizzi
Conrad Fisher ’64
Paul Fitch ’69 and Joan Fitch
Ronald Fite ’69
Amanda Fleming
Edward Flosdorf and Linda Flosdorf
Staci Foley
Howard France, Jr. ’76 and Sylvia France
Tara Franco
Jerome Frecon ’66 and Alice Frecon
Daniel Freed ’89
Andrew Garrett ’88
Vail Garvin-Unterberger and Ronald Unterberger
Robert Gatz
John Geiger ’71 and Ruth Geiger
Theodore Gerace ’82
Lawrence Gerber ’70
Kimberly Gerhart
Lisa Gess
Maribeth Giannone ’86
Joseph Gilbert ’80
David Gootman ’59 and Ann Gootman
Donald Goss, Jr. ’64 and Maureen Goss
Family Graffius
Kelly Grawunder
Roseann Greenberg ’82
Barbara Gregory ’80
Lori Gribin
John Grice, III ’74 and Judith Grice
Michael Groff ’08 and Dana Groff
Antoinette Guerra
Amy Gular ’01 and Lawrence Gular
Glenwood Gum ’72 and Gilda Gum
Meredyth Hahn ’99 and Timothy Hahn
Nancy Halpin
Thomas Halpin
Denzel Hankinson
Jaclyn Hartzell ’05
Shannon Hatzichristos
Alisa Haughey
Robert Hausamann ’69
Nicole Hedderich
Peter Hefferan ’75
David Hershey ’91 and Jeannine Hershey
Stormee Hickling
Christi Hinkle
Beverly Hoffman ’84 and William Hoffman ’84
Franklin Hoffman ’87 and Jodi Hoffman
Joe Hoffmeier
Chris Hofmann ’64 and Mary Hofmann
Debbie Holt
Francis Homa ’72
Bret Hoover ’90 and Lynn Hoover
Leon Hoover ’69
Reginald Hoyt and Laura Hoyt
Kelly Hydock
Charles Iager, Jr. and Judith Iager
Philip Iannuzzi, Jr. ’20 and Maria Iannuzzi
Michael Isgro ’10
Peter Jacobsen ’64 and Joan Jacobsen
Christopher Jermyn ’20 and Taylor Jermyn
Glenn Jerrell ’68 and Kathleen Jerrell
Marie Josanefs
Eric Junkins ’16
Andrew Kadlecik ’70
Dennis Kalinowski ’69 and Alice Kalinowski
Peter Kashulines ’85 and Ruth Kashulines
Rosemary Katz
Kenneth Keiffer ’04
David Kellogg and Cynthia Kellogg
David Ketner ’76
Shelley Kimbel-Spedden
Warren Kimmel ’70 and Carol Kimmel
Charlie Kinch
Thomas King ’64 and Nancy King
Bryan Kinsey ’76 and Denice Kinsey
David Kinsey, Jr. ’96
George Klein ’76 and Mary Franzoso-Klein
Peter Kohut ’18
Ronald Kowalik ’68
Jarrett Kramer ’19
Marlene Krell ’96
Julia Krout ’04
Thomas Kube and Barbara Kube
Alan Kulibaba ’73 and Audrey Kulibaba
John Kuyper ’61
Kevin Ladden and Jean Ladden
Michael Lammer
Alexis Langenfelder ’24
Jan Larsen ’61 and Teri Larsen
Thomas Lashnits and Betsy Bishop
Sherman Latchaw, II ’69
Fawn Learn and Douglas Learn
Alan Lehman ’73 and Patricia Lehman
Robert Lengyen ’90 and Allison Lengyen
Basil Liakakos ’90 and Alice Liakakos
William Lieser and Mary Lee Lieser
David Linde ’60 and Elise Linde
Douglas Linde ’91 and Jessica Linde
Julia Lis and Stephen Lis
Jennifer Lising
Robert Lopes ’91
R. Gregory Lovell ’69 and Sharon Lovell
Michael Mackrides ’78 and Donna Mackrides
Linford Magaha, Sr. ’79 and Dawn Magaha
William Manlove and Edna Manlove
William Marinelli ’79
Peter Martens, III ’69 and Alice Martens
John Martin ’70 and Kathe Martin
Stephanie Mason
Anthony Matteis, Jr. and Diane Matteis
Christopher McArthur ’01
Darryl McCabe ’63 and Deanna McCabe
Charles McCleary, II ’92
Carol McCoy ’85 and Mark McCoy
Sheri McCrork ’94
Robert McEntee ’71 and Patricia McEntee
Nyia McEntyre ’17
Jennifer McGehean ’94 and James McGehean
James McHenry ’98 and Linda McHenry
Michael McKeown
Patrick McNulty ’87 and Mary Jo McNulty
Richard McVaugh ’80 and Doreen McVaugh ’04
Robert Meredith ’24
John Mertz ’62 and Margaret Mertz
Susan Miceli
Annette Miller ’81 and Irv Miller
James Miller and A. Lee Miller
Sean Miller ’89
Melinda Miniconzi ’11
Michael Mirch and Melissa Mirch
Michael Molchan ’10
David Mount ’90
Mollie Jean Mullaney
Jen Murphy and Matt Murphy
Lisa Neville
Brandon Newell ’85
Robert Northington and Marie Northington
Eric O’Dell
Michael O’Neill ’71 and Deirdre O’Neill
Roy Ortman and Bill Serrani
Heather Osgood
Joan Paaske
Gregory Palmerio ’81 and Joyce Palmerio
Anne Palumbo ’88
Gregory Pancari ’72 and Judy Pancari
Dawn Papciak-Jani ’93
Daniel Paulus ’89 and Karen Paulus
Edward Pawlowski ’77 and Peggy Pawlowski
Kenneth Pecota ’90 and Ana Pecota
Brandy Perdi
Anna Perrone
Walter Peterson ’62 and Jackie Peterson
Pauline Phillips ’13 and Michael Phillips
Mark Pierce ’77 and Madeleine Pierce
Cindy Pieza
Constance Pincus ’92
Travis Pitts ’12
Michael Pocceschi and Glenna Pocceschi
Benjamin Polimer ’06 and Jennifer Polimer
Timothy Powell ’72 and Peggy Powell
Stephen Prentice ’73
Holly Pryor ’83 and Dennis Pryor
Arnold Radi ’62*
Karen Rane ’78
Leigh Ann Rawlins
William Reed ’71 and Kathryn Reed
Jennifer Reed-Harry ’92 and David Harry
Kathleen Reilly ’83 and Joseph Reilly
Diana Resek and James Resek
Jill Reuter ’93
D Rieth
David Robbins ’11
Jeffrey Robinson ’83 and Susan Robinson
Donald Rogge ’84
Anne Rossell
Gina Rothenberger
Sandra Ruch ’01
Evelyn Rudolph and Thomas Rudolph
Kordell Rush ’22, ’24
Madeline Rusiloski
Rachel Salera
Kimberly Sanchez
Alexander Saphos ’74 and Diane Saphos
Mark Saunders ’74 and Bob Thoman
Rebecca Schatschneider and Anders Tyslan
Mindy Schneider ’15
Thomas Schray ’86 and Lee Schray
Scott Schukraft ’82 and Heidi Schukraft
James Scott, Jr. ’76 and Carmela Scott
Christine Seel
Leslie Segal
Theresa Sempowski ’84 and Thomas Sempowski ’84
Melvin Silverman ’51 and Harriet Silverman
George Slothower ’51
John Slover
John Smigelski ’78 and Laurie Smigelski ’81
Grace Smith ’14
Laurie Smith
Tracy Smith
Harry Snavely ’59
Karen Snyder
Mackenzie Snyder
John Sprinkle and Esther White
Maddie Stackhouse
Brian Steager ’71 and Claire Steager
Alan Stein ’70
Beryl Stine and Joseph Stine
Jerome Stone, Jr. ’85
Chase Strohecker ’24
Gary Stromberg
Larry Swartz ’86 and Christine Swartz
Dolores Sweigart
Mark Tankersley ’82 and Nella Tankersley
Donald Tantum ’70 and Mary Tantum
Andrew Taylor
Robert Taylor ’74 and Patti Taylor
Richard Terry ’84
The Smith Family
Melissa Thomas ’91 and Norman Thomas
Denise Thomson ’82
John Thomson ’87 and Lynne Thomson
Albert Tomasino and Donna Tomasino
Nancy Trivette ’82 and Randy Trivette
Ruth Trubnik
George Tuttle ’68 and Corrine Tuttle
Robert Upton ’74 and Karen Upton
Kenneth VanMeter ’86
Louis Varga, Jr. ’72
Katherine Walkup ’93 and Rodney Walkup ’91
Eugene Wallace ’70
Nancy Walt
Michael Wasylkewicz, Sr. ’75
Gary Webb ’73
Steven Weiman ’75 and Nancy Weiman
Steven Weisberg
Kenneth Weiss ’81 and Carol Weiss
Grant Whis
Chandra Whitley
Thomas Williams ’71 and Janice Hawkins
Melvyn Wilson ’65
Paul Winkie, Jr. ’58 and Renalda Winkie
Wayne Winner ’68
Linda Wirth
Frank Wiseman
Anthony Wood ’72 and Rosetta Wood
Douglas Wright ’83 and Alice Wright
Christine Yates
Kimberly Yonish
Maria Zadlo
Christine Zeppenfeld ’94 and Dan Zeppenfeld
Elaine Zimmerman
Maryjane Zub
GIFTS UP TO $99
Anonymous (28)
Donald Abb ’65 and Marie Abb
Selma Abi-Daher ’20
Bonnie Ackerman ’09, ’13 and Ian Ackerman
Deborah Adams ’76 and James Adams ’74
Janet Adams ’11 and David Adams
Edwin Aguilar
John Albrecht ’65
Karsen Alexander
Franklin Allaire ’00
Michael Ammerman and Katherine Ammerman
Christine Arocho ’19
Colleen Aversa
Kerry Bacon
E. Randall Bair ’70 and Lealynn Bair
Charles Balogh, Jr. and Audrey Balogh
Shannon Barlow ’15, ’17
Dennis Barrett and Cynthia Barrett
Tara Barrett
Jeffrey Bartholomew ’81
James Beagin, Jr. and Elizabeth Beagin
Kate Beauchamp ’21, ’22
Donald Becker ’77 and Becky Becker
Henry Behrend ’69 and Georgina Behrend
Stephen Bereznai ’74 and Jean Bereznai
James Berg
Gayle Berger ’75
Sue Bergman
John Bertz, Jr. ’59 and Barbara Bertz
Arthur Binger, Jr. ’58 and Catherine Binger
Glenn Biondi ’91
Logan Bitner-Parish
Chris Blair
Elwood Blake ’73
Keith Borchick ’01
Denise Borisch
Penny Bowman
Sarah Boyle ’13 and Kevin Boyle
Walter Bradford, II ’57 and Suzanne Bradford
Janelle Brady
Ronald Bronsweig ’54
Brandon Brown
James Brown and Rhea Brown
Leroy Brown and Joan Brown
Celina Burgueño ’16
Katherine Burgueño
Colleen Bye
Carol Caballero
Stephanie Callahan ’99 and Patrick Callahan ’99
Kelli Carpenter ’91
Finnigan Carr
Donna Carty ’77 and Thomas Carty
Joseph Catricks ’96 and Nancy Catricks ’97, ’23
Nancy Celente ’85 and Albert Celente
Derek Chapman
Clare Charles
Louis Civitella
Brian Clair ’03
Josh Clair
Tammy Clapper ’03
Billy Coles
Catherine Commander
Traci Connelly Goidas
Hannah Cornell ’20
Steven Cornman ’76 and Debbie Cornman
Nat Cotte
Jennifer Coutlee ’94
Micah Covert
Kelly Cox
Kristin Crisafulli and Michael Crisafulli
Kathy Cunningham
Alexus DeBraganza
Rachel DeGroat
Crystal Dell
James Dell and Sharon Dell
Christina Diaz
Nestor Diaz ’22
James Digan ’94 and Pamela Digan
Jacqueline DiTore and Bob DiTore
Francis Doheny ’70
William Dougherty ’69* and Elizabeth Dougherty
Courtney Dowell
Peter Duane ’72 and Sally Duane
Dawn Ellis ’96 and Robert Ellis
George Else, III ’02 and Diane Else
William Engelke, III ’81
Ashlyn Ennis
Maura Erwin
Elaine Falls
Robert Fantom ’74
John Farley
Joseph Fasanella and Lucy Fasanella
Robert Fausak ’68
Edward Feher, Jr. ’80 and Susan Feher
Michele Feliciano
Edgar Fergus ’69
David Fetzer and Diane Fetzer
Maureen Finley ’00
Norman Finnance ’74
Deanna Fisher
Michelle Fitzgerald
Elizabeth Fox
Gerald Frazer
Nicholas Fritz ’03 and Mary Fritz ’04
Richard Funt ’68 and Shirley Funt
Lisa Furry
Alycia Gable ’14
Joseph Gallicchio ’74 and Tracey Gallicchio
Maria Gallo and Elizabeth Creary
Olivia Gardner ’16
Michael Gerber ’82 and Cindy Gerber
Linda Gerhart ’03
Michael Gerwien and Debbie Guidetti-Gerwien
Michelle Gilliam
Charles Gimbar and Andrea Gimbar
Robert Glabau ’73 and Barbara Glabau
Liza Glazner
Allan Goldfarb ’62 and Miriam Goldfarb
Jane Gonzalez
Daryl Goss
Joanna Goss-Keim
Matthew Green
Kristy Green-Diaz
Jessica Gregory ’98 and Eoin Gregory
Clinton Griggs ’77 and Deborah Griggs
Stephen Guth ’08
Amy Hackett
David Hagberg ’71 and Jackie Hagberg
Alexis Harrell
Chris Harrison
George Hartfelder ’56 and Judith Hartfelder
John Hauser ’74 and Carolyn Hauser
John Hawk ’68 and Heidi Hawk
Donna Hayek ’88
Donna Heidemann
Darryl Heiges ’82 and Shawn Heiges
Richard Henne ’76 and Debra Henne
Christine Hernandez
Sandra Hersh ’93 and David Hersh
Carl Frederick Hettinger ’59 and E. Margaret Hettinger
Herb Hickmott, IV ’79 and Stacey Hickmott
Bruce Holck ’58 and Louise Holck
James Holtzman ’76 and Cheryl Holtzman
Ann Louise Hopko
Karen Hopper
Brian Hostetler
Richard Houghton ’72 and Marie Flanagan
Autumn Hudson
Rebecca Hughes
Karen Humphreys
Jenny Hutton
Charles Indek ’57* and Evelyn Indek
John Ingram
Robert Irving ’11
Danielle Ives
Cheryl James ’78
Jay Jillson and Diane Jillson
Steve Johnson ’83 and Nancy Johnson
Muhamadou Kaba
Amy Kane ’83
Lisa Karns
Haley Keenan ’24
Barry Kellner ’69 and Mary Kellner
Jacqueline Kenny ’96 and Edward Kenny
William Keyser ’61 and Marguerite Keyser
Daisy Khouri Saba ’05 and Paul Khouri Saba
Charlene Kinch
Theodore King ’76* and Beverly King
Alisa Kintner ’02
Melissa Klatt ’84 and Don Klatt
L. William Klementisz, Jr. ’66 and Donna Klementisz
Carl Kline ’72
Richard Kling, Jr. ’78
David Klosinski ’93 and Heather Klosinski
H. Steven Knittel ’74 and Janet Knittel
Marie Koenig
Amy Kondrk and Mark Kondrk
Katherine Korch ’10
Samuel Krause
Pamela Kreider ’93 and Brian Kreider
Dan Kurtz
Olivia Kurtz
Nancy Lanza
Randy Lauer
Katrina Lease
Traci Lechwar
Barbara Lelli ’80 and Joseph Lelli ’80
Janette Lesher ’05 and Timothy Lesher
Susan Lewyckyj
Barbara Liggett
Stanley Liner ’70 and Betty Liner
Boris Loncarevic ’96
Darlene Lorris and Adam Lorris
Jennifer Lufkin Case
Dawn Lundin ’95 and Rowdy Lundin
Hanna Mackenzie
Robert Mai, Jr. ’76
Gerard Mangan and Jill Mangan
Juwan Manigo ’20
Karen Manners
Michael Manno ’80 and Linda Manno ’82
Joseph Marano, Jr. ’88 and Natalie Marano
Donald Mariano
Justin Marko
Jessica Marter ’01 and Nathan Marter, Jr. ’01
Amy Martin and Dwayne Martin
Jessica Martin
Fernando Martinez
Elena Martinez-Torres
Dolores Martino
Kenneth McDaid ’86 and Sandy McDaid
Brian McDevitt and Beth McDevitt
Sue McGovern
Ronald McLucas ’63
Richard Meadows
Brianna Miller
Liz Miller
Ryan Miller ’94 and Michelle Miller
Anne Mills
Joann Mitchell
J. Tobias Mochel and Juanelle Mochel
Michelle Moore
Tracey Morgan
James Morrison
Mark Mowrer ’66 and Kathleen Mowrer
Richard Mumaugh and Judith Mumaugh
Colleen Murphy
Jim Murphy
Stephen Nathan ’92
Kerrie Nelson
Sally Neuhauser
Andrea Nickoloff ’09
Carol Noonan and James Noonan
Jeffrey Novak ’80 and Laura Novak
Roy Nuss, Jr. ’79 and Cindy Nuss
Sue O’Brien
Thomas O’Donnell ’88 and Sharon O’Donnell
Cynthia Oresto
Keegan Orr ’09 and Kaitlyn Olsen ’12
Lisa Oubre-Edwards
Ryan Owens ’17
Art Paholski and Suzanne Paholski
Kenneth Painter ’71 and Wendy Painter
Mary Pallis ’82 and Steven Pallis ’83
Donna Palmer
Beth Pandy ’76
Colleen Panza
Edythe Patterson
Paula Paxson
Danielle Pedrotty
Debra Peter
Donald Petrie ’77 and Sandra Petrie
Frank Phillips ’89
Crystal Pinto
Alex Plasko ’23
Lee Pouliot ’07
Michael Pramick ’72 and Jacqueline Pramick
Harold Pyle ’79 and Linda Pyle
Evan Reese, Jr. and Rosemary Reese
Chelsea Regel ’10, ’11 and John Regel
Arthur Richert and Michele Richert
W. Douglas Rightler ’70 and Norma Rightler
Christian Risper
Lauren Rizzitano ’16
Kendall Rohrbach
Darla Romberger ’12
Melissa Roseman ’08, ’10
Beth Rossi ’02
William Roth, III ’69 and Eileen Roth
Paul Rucinski
Kelsey Saari
Nicole Sacco
Ava Salerno
Susan Salvesen and Erling Salvesen
Melvin Sanders ’66
Bonnie Saunders
Bradley Savage ’02, ’11 and Manon Savage
Hannah Savas
Bridgette Schoultz ’23, ’24
Leo Schwartz*
John Scordato and Kathleen Scordato
Richard Scott ’68
Terrie Seiders
Richard Selensky
Harold Sheets, Jr. ’69 and Janet Sheets
Carol Shimkus
Richard Shipe, Jr. and Karen Shipe
Dana Silva
Kelly Simmons ’23
Edward Sincavage
Jerald Singer
Carl Sinner, II ’68 and Judith Sinner
Timothy Sitarik ’85 and Anne Sitarik
Lindsay Smith ’12
Carrie Snyder
Jordan Snyder
John Spevak ’84
George Stahl ’85 and Priscilla Stahl
Kaela Stankiewicz ’23
Bailey Stauffer
Diana Stein
Austin Stoeckel ’18, ’21
Brian Sudano ’83
Richard Swackhamer ’62 and Catherine Swackhamer
Rebecca Tassone
Angelo Telatin ’07
Richard Teleski and Maureen Teleski
Lewis Terrel ’75 and Michele Terrel
The Murphy Family
Janet Thomas and George Thomas, V
Howard Tkacik ’79 and Karen Tkacik ’79
Matthew Tobin
Stacy Tooley
Steven Torok ’68 and Andrea Torok
Richard Tower ’73 and Jill Tower
Judy Trimarchi and Robert Trimarchi
John Ulshoefer ’62
Alicia Utegg ’23
Roger Van Nostrand ’68 and Cindy Van
Nostrand
John Van Vorst ’61
Dario Veggian and Antoinette Veggian
Laurie Ward
Nicole Warner
John Wataha ’84 and Eileen Wataha
Jeff Wehrung
Brad Weigle
Neil Weinberg ’69 and Arlene Weinberg
Dorothy Weiss
Kathryn Welch
Scott Wescott and Therese Wescott
Paul Whitley
Tyra Wiegers
Dawn Williams
Sally Williams
Aimee Wilson ’03
Benjamin Wilson
Caitlin Wilson
Lauren Wilton
John Wolford, Jr. and Karen Wolford
Alexis Wright
Amy Wright
Judith Wright
Glenn Wyble ’75 and Janice Wyble
Bret Yarczower
Irma Yehuda ’80 and Eli Yehuda
Beth Yohe ’20
Alexander Young ’67 and Janet Young
Susan Younkin
Heather Zabicki
Thomas Zalasky ’74 and Barbara Zalasky
Robert Zalonis and Deborah Zalonis
Matthew Zimmerman ’04
Theresa Zub
Tim Zub
FOUNDERS SOCIETY
This lists all those who have established a planned gift or included DelVal in their estate plans.
Anonymous ’82
Anonymous
Ann Bastian ’89
Marren Berthold
Susan Blazer ’11
John Bloomfield ’79
Martin Brooks ’54*
Joseph Catino ’57 and BettyLou Catino
Ralph Cohen and Alice Bergman In Memory of Abraham Morris Cohen ’43
Harry Conover ’55* and Christine Conover*
Frederick Cope ’69
Clifford Cortelyou ’68
Raymond Cupples, Jr. ’64 and Bonnie Cupples
Joanne DaCunha ’86 and Daniel DaCunha ’74
Dennis DeSimone ’72 and Carolyn DeSimone
Linda Detwiler ’80
James Diamond ’61
Jack Eckstine ’68
Glenn Fahnestock ’76
Gery Fisher ’70 and Carol Fisher
Edward Fleming, Jr. ’53* and Martha Fleming
Steven Gala and Brenda Gala
Richard Haas ’58 and Shannon Haas
James Harteis ’65 and Ruth Harteis
Howard Hauser ’72
James Heckert, Jr. ’71 and Barbara Heckert
Patricia Hilton ’76
Bret Hoover ’90 and Lynn Hoover
R. Wayne Hunt ’61 and Elfriede Hunt
Sharon Hursh
Kevin Keim ’68
Joseph Kentos ’84 and Jeanette Kentos
David Kipphut ’73 and Audrey Kipphut
Richard Kustin ’44*
Philip Luccarelli ’83 and Maryanne Luccarelli
Rita Marini, HM
Paul McFarland ’62
Scott McFie ’77* and Bonnie McFie
Richard Millham
Joan Morgan
Harold Nightwine ’63 and Nancy Nightwine
Nancy Ondra ’89
Edward Plotka ’60 and Marie Plotka
Cornelia Prundeanu ’83
John Reed Rodgers
Peter Rolland ’52
Joseph Sardone ’58
Mark Saunders ’74
William Schutt and Laurie Schutt
David Scovell ’66
Richard Smith ’68 and Nancy Smith
Lora Smith-Lago ’91 and family
Tom Smyth ’75 and Kathy Smyth
Trudy Snope
Alice Sparks and Thomas Sparks
Joseph Turchi, Jr. ’91 and Risa McClymonds
Nikolas Urban ’02
Neil Vincent ’65* and Marie Vincent
Susan Ward ’80
Harry Weber ’56 and Betty Weber
The Edmunds Family Foundation
ORGANIZATIONAL, FOUNDATIONAL AND CORPORATE DONORS
This lists all organizational and corporate donors to Delaware Valley University whose gifts were received between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.
Allied Universal Security Services Company
American Psychological Association
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality
Bartlett Tree Foundation
Biondi’s Landscaping & Design
Breezyvale Farms, Inc.
Bright Funds (Payroll and Matching Gift Portal)
Brighthouse Life Insurance Company
Bucks Co. Branch of Woman’s Natl. Farm & Garden Association
Bucks Country Gardens
Bucks County Foundation
Bucks County Opportunity Council, Inc.
C&N Bank
Cardinal Health Foundation
Charities Aid Foundation
Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation
Chevron Corporation
Cintas Corporation
Cisco
Community Foundation of New Jersey
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan County, Inc.
Cygan Family Fund, a Donor Advised Fund of Renaissance Charitable Foundation
DBA Hausamann Inspection & Marketing
Delaware Valley Unit Herb Society of America Inc.
Delizia Pizza, Inc.
Doylestown Nature Club, Inc.
DunlapSLK CPAs
EataCure Wellness
Edward W. Blosinski Charitable Trust
Eiseman Construction, Inc.
Elite Sports Turf & Landscape Management
Ellis’ Greenhouse and Nursery
Erna & Isaac Stern Foundation
Estate of Harry Conover
Estate of James Hoover
eTeamSponsor Inc
Everence Foundation, Inc
Faulkner Honda
Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
First Bank
Foundations Community Partnership
Gateway Football 50 Yard Club
Givinga Foundation
Gould Paper Corp. Mid-Atlantic Div.
GROWMARK, Inc.
Hankin Management Company
Happ Contractors, Inc.
Henry Leffman Trust
Hoober, Inc.
Independence Property Services
Infinite Floor Covering LLC
J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund
Johnson & Johnson
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
KOL INC
Land O’Lakes, Inc.
Lee Brothers, Inc.
Lehigh Valley Community Foundation
Louis Vederman Trust
Merck & Company, Incorporated
Merrill
Merryfield Dressage
Met Life
Mid-Coast Growers
Morrisville Auxiliary Corp
Mountaire Farms
Mt. Airy Orchards
National Association of Agricultural Educators
National Collegiate Athletic Association
National Film Preservation Foundation
National Financial Services
National Satellite Inc.
Netcong Village Florist
NJM Insurance Group
Northeast Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc.
Office Depot
Ornsteen James Foundation
PA Friends of Agriculture Foundation
Parkhurst Dining Services
Penn Community Bank
Penn Pump & Equipment Co
PennAg Industries Association
Pennsylvania Association of Professional Soil
Scientists
Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association
Phibro
Physis International LLC
Powell’s Greenhouses
Quest Diagnostics
Rho Epsilon Kappa
RiverSource Life Insurance Company
Royalsil, Inc.
Samuel P. Mandell Foundation
Schoenfeld Family Foundation
Schwab Charitable Fund
SEI Giving Fund
Stephens Holt Foundation
Sterling Drive Ventures
T. James Kavanagh Foundation, Inc.
Tamanend Park Herb & Garden Club
The American Association of University Women
The Arcadia Foundation
The Benevity Community Impact Fund
The BoxTree Foundation
The Daniel Tanner Foundation, Inc.
The Edmunds Family Foundation
The Haverford Trust Company
The Hecht Family Charitable Foundation
The McLean Contributionship
The NJ Wrights
The Tom Smyth ’75 and Kathy Smyth Foundation
The W.W. Smith Charitable Trust
TIAA
Total Skill Baseball LLC
Turf Equipment and Supply Company, LLC
UKOGF
Univest Bank and Trust Co.
URBN US Retail LLC
USPOULTRY Foundation
Vanguard Charitable
Werner Eyes @ Parkland
Whitetail Disposal (A Casella Company)
Wissahickon Football Booster Club
GIFTS IN KIND
Kristen Asselin and Jeff Smith
Nancy Bincarousky
Veronica DeSantis
Sue Doty-Lloyd
Michael Farbotnik ’82
Theodore Feldstein and Diane Feldstein
Luz Gamauf
Julia Krout ’04
Jennifer Lang
Cindy McIlhinney
Krysia Potter Alt
James Romano
Jo Wood
Laura Young
Bartlett Tree Experts
Brian Shaw Equine Dentistry
Cabin Run
Concord Stud Farm
Essex Classics
Fair Winds Farm
Harrison Generator
Hoober, Inc.
Joe-Dan Farm
Osbaldeston Pets of the World
Process Control Solutions
SRB Stables LLC
The BoxTree Foundation
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF
Rodney Anderson ’93
Robert Ankers
Joseph Ballantyne ’74
David Blumenfield ’50
William Brightcliffe ’72
Patience L. Desimone
Fidel Esposito
Joshua Feldstein ’42, ’52 and Miriam Feldstein
Kimberly Flosdorf ’89
Leon Furth ’59
Karen Kay
Andrew D. Looney ’21
Peter T. Lottman
Denis Palermo ’67
Sal Prisco
Marie Slack
Ronald Smith ’65
Michael Staub ’74
Joseph Stryjewski ’73
Michael Trainer ’70
William Weisberg ’41
Jon Yerkes ’77
William Yerkes
GIFTS IN HONOR OF
Maddie Alexander Class of 2028
Alexis in the Class of 2029
Caroline Berg
Jade Bettigole ’24
Braeden in the Class of 2028
Kelsey Bruno
William Bryce Cannon
Carly in the Class of 2025
Samantha Charles
Matthew Civitella
Breann DePietro
Jim Diamond ’61
Jake DiBlasio Class of 2026
Danil Didden
Sasha Didden
Emily Drake
Lani Echert
Thomas Erwin Class of 2025
Ciana Feliciano MartÃnez
Jawon Foushee
Jenna Franco
Paige Gatz
Cassandra Gloster
Jenna Green Class of 2026
Gabriella Guerra
Frankie Hankinson
Whitney Hatzichristos Class of 2028
Donna and Dan Heath
Larry Hedderich Class of 2027
Amelia Helkowski
Abbey Hinkle
Evan Holt
Andi Householder Class of 2028
Tori Hudson
Maggie Hutton Class of 2025
Jawon in the Class of 2027
Muhamadou Kaba
Katie in the Class of 2027
Haley Keenan
Makayla Klein
Jakob Koenig Class of 2027
Emma Kutz Class of 2028
Lennix in the Class of 2028
Roman Lewyckyj Class of 2026
Juwan Manigo ’20
Katie Martin Class of 2027
Taylor Mazzoni
Finn Mc Govern
Kyra McKeegan
Becca Meadows
Coach Rachel Menin
Maggie Mitchell
Peyton Murphy
Gloria Oikelome
Elizabeth Oresto
Alex Plasko ’23
Evan Rapp ’22
Ben Rusiloski
Kieran Schneider Class of 2026
Emma Schueller Class of 2028
John Slover
Lauren Stackhouse
Carley Sweigart
The 2025 Hunt Seat Riders
The Brylawski Family
The Class of 2015
The Class of 2024
The Class of 2025
The Class of 2027
The Krauskopf Family
The Women’s Basketball Team
Allison Tomasino
William Viel
Rae Walkup
Owen Wescott Class of 2027
Kristine White
Danica Williams
Samantha Wills
Sam Wilton Class of 2027
Alexis Wright
Lexi Wright Class of 2025
Mia Zadlo Class of 2026
Christine Zimmerman ’06
Z Zub
PUBLIC GRANTS
Bucks County Conservation District
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
The Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
United States Department of Agriculture
*deceased
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, errors may have occurred. If your name has been omitted, misspelled, or placed in an incorrect category, please notify the Division of Development and Alumni Affairs at development@delval.edu
Your Support Makes a Difference
Students come to Delaware Valley University to receive an unparalleled education and an experience that wouldn’t be possible without your help.
WAYS TO GIVE:
OUTRIGHT GIFTS
Make an impact now by donating cash, stocks, bonds or other assets directly to DelVal* to help sustain the University, a particular program area or athletic team.
*Subject to DelVal’s Gift Acceptance Policy
SCHOLARSHIPS
When you support scholarships at DelVal, you’re showing our students and the entire DelVal community that you believe in them. You’re making a difference in their lives by investing in their future. Consider either an annual scholarship for immediate impact or an endowed scholarship for legacy giving in perpetuity.
PLANNED GIVING
Planned gifts have the unparalleled potential to increase the University’s ability to be a force for good in the world while affording exceptional financial and tax benefits to our planned gift benefactors. By naming DelVal in your will or trust or bymaking other kinds of planned gifts, you can make an impact that secures your personal legacy and enables you to support those areas of the University that are important to you.
IRA CHARITABLE ROLLOVER
For those who are 72 years of age or older, an IRA charitable rollover gift will allow you to make a gift to DelVal that supports our studentcentered mission, reduces your tax liability and may satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.
LIFE INCOME GIFTS
There are many gift options that can generate income and tax benefits to you. For example, a charitable gift annuity (CGA) is a simple agreement in which we promise to pay you, or you and another person you name, a lifetime income in exchange for your gift.
MATCHING GIFTS
You can maximize your charitable contribution to DelVal through matching gifts, a special benefit many companies offer their employees. If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer and send it completed and signed with your gift. We will do the rest. The impact of your gift may be doubled or possibly tripled!
CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION GIFTS
Gifts from corporations or foundations provide critical support for our efforts in teaching, learning and service at DelVal. Corporations and foundations may provide support for specific faculty, staff and student initiatives or make gifts that are unrestricted and support our most pressing needs.
FACULTY AND STAFF SUPPORT
Our faculty and staff offer an excellent collegiate experience to students through their tireless contributions to the University’s mission, including through financial gifts and payroll deductions.
HONORARY AND MEMORIAL GIFTS
Make a contribution in honor or in memory of someone special to you.
