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A time to reflect Favorite memories spark reminiscing Editor in Chief Ana Faguy ’19 Managing Editor Charley Rekstis ’20 Copy Chief Emily Graham ’20 Faculty Adviser Shenid Bhayroo Contributing Adviser Jenny Spinner Copy Editor Paige Santiago ’19 Copy Editor Kaila Mundell-Hill ’20 News Editor Erin Breen ’19 Assistant News Editor Alex Mark ’20 Assistant News Editor Alysa Bainbridge ’21 Editorial Page Editor Annie Clark ’19 Opinions Editor Dominique Joe ’19 Assistant Opinions Editor Devin Yingling ’22 Lifestyle Editor Alex Hargrave ’20 Assistant Lifestyle Editor Natalie Drum ’20 Assistant Lifestyle Editor Cara Smith ’21 Sports Editor Nick Karpinski ’21 Assistant Sports Editor Sam Britt ’20 Assistant Sports Editor Ryan Mulligan ’21 Creative Director Kelly Smith ’19 Photo Editor Mitchell Shields ’22 Social Media Manager Erin Castellano ’20 Assistant Social Media Manager Angela DiMarco ’21 Business Manager Tom Trullinger ’22 Distribution Manager Addie Guyer ’19 Assistant Distribution Manager Gavin O'Reilly ’20

Seniors: you’ve made it. You’ve survived your last finals week and your last meal at Campion Dining Hall. You’ve made it through papers, quizzes and late night study sessions.

You finally know how to navigate Barbelin Hall (we hope) and can make it to your class in Merion Hall with time to spare for some Einstein Bagels in the morning.

Over the past four years, the university has been lucky to watch this senior class grow and become an accomplished group of people ready to take on any challenge after graduation. We will be so sad to see you go, but we know how much you each will accomplish with whatever path you pursue. You have all the skills you need to succeed, and we all have the utmost faith in your abilities.

We hope that you’ve built up your reservoir of great memories since you’ve arrived on Hawk Hill, and we definitely have quite a few.

Class of 2019, you should look forward to the amazing days ahead of you, but never forget to take a moment and reminisce about all of the amazing places you’ve been, people you’ve met and things you’ve done.

Here are a few of our favorite memories on the Hawk Staff that will hopefully spark some thoughtful reminiscing on your years at St. Joe’s.

My favorite memory on The Hawk Staff was... ...Watching field hockey win and celebrate the Atlantic 10 Championship on Ellen Ryan Field.

–Sam Britt, Assistant Sports Editor ...The first time I sat in my classes and heard people talking about the stories in The Hawk. It was a moment worth remembering not out of pride, but out of encouragement that the work I was a part of was prompting thoughtful and informed everyday conversations.

–Erin Breen, News Editor

year. I loved getting to see the purpose that drives journalists and the impact that investigative reporting has. It made me realize that I want that kind of fulfillment out of my job, too.

–Annie Clark, Editorial Page Editor ...Traveling to South Africa as a foreign correspondent for The Hawk.

–Natalie Drum, Assistant Lifestyle Editor ...Being a part of the Hawk staff while we covered the racial bias incident and the events that occurred following it, like the forum and the sit-in. I’m proud to be part of a staff that was able to show the community how the incident, and previous incidents, have been mishandled.

–Kaila Mundell-Hill, Copy Editor ...Being a part of the Confronting Racism series, having the chance to research our history and coming together as a staff to brainstorm story ideas and collaborate on a thoughtful and impactful four-part series.

–Emily Graham, Copy Chief ...Covering Phil Martelli’s firing, especially while getting the chance to sit down with him a few days after the fact. The nonstop work and experiences throughout that week stand out as memories that I will not soon forget.

–Nick Karpinski, Sports Editor ...Laughing and cracking jokes with everyone on staff. In the quiet moments when we were just talking and laughing waiting to get prints back, those intermediary moments were the best moments.

–Dominique Joe, Opinions Editor ...Covering the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame induction. I was able to be in the presence of some of the best athletes in Philadelphia history and also some of the best writers in the city.

–Ryan Mulligan, Assistant Sports Editor

...Hitting a wall of tired at 2 a.m. during production nights and telling the worst jokes ever but still thinking they were the funniest things in the world.

–Devin Yingling, Assistant Opinions Editor

...Being able to cover breaking news events over course of the semester. I love reporting on events as they are happening, and I got to cowrite amazing articles with wonderful people.

–Cara Smith, Assistant Lifestyle Editor

...Spending Monday nights in The Hawk office. Being a source of information for our community as well as spending time with my friends has been more than I can ask for.

–Alex Hargrave, Lifestyle Editor

....My favorite thing about working on The Hawk this past year (aside from getting to know such a wonderful group of people) was having the opportunity to report from Mexico. It was such a humbling experience and one that I would not have had without the support of the newspaper staff and advisors.

–Paige Santiago, Copy Editor

...My favorite memory on The Hawk was a Q&A session with the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting during the Associate Collegiate Press conference in Louisville last

….Capturing the emotions at the student

counter-protest and seeing how the community could come together to fight hate.

–Mitchell Shields, Photo Editor ...Getting to meet so many interesting people during my research for stories. You never truly expect what you will get when you walk in for an interview, and that's a lesson I'll never forget.

–Alex Mark, Assistant News Editor ...Watching people pick up copies of the paper each Wednesday and talking about it with their friends in passing. After four years and St. Joe’s and two on The Hawk, I’m happy to have been a part of something so special.

–Kelly Smith, Creative Director ...Walking around campus, seeing people reading The Hawk and knowing we all had a part in creating it. It’s awesome when your work is getting attention and starting conversations.

–Angela DiMarco, Assistant Social Media Manager ...My favorite memory on The Hawk was live tweeting and witnessing first hand student activism on campus. A specific moment that impacted me was conducting live social media posts during the silent sit-in at McShain Residence Center outside of the Board of Trustees meeting last semester where students were protesting the university’s response to racism on campus.

–Erin Castellano, Social Media Manager ...Earlier this month a protest and subsequent counter-protest from students broke out on City Avenue. I was lying in bed when I heard the news, and I ran to campus. The adrenaline rush of breaking news will never get old. That story was the perfect way to end my Hawk career. Doing what I love most, with dedicated colleagues by my side.

–Ana Faguy, Editor in Chief ...Putting together the commencement issue for The Hawk for the seniors to reminisce about their four years on Hawk Hill and see all the support they have after graduating. Congrats to everyone on your accomplishments, Class of 2019. You will be missed.

–Charley Rekstis, Managing Editor

-The Hawk Staff

The Hawk welcomes Letters to the Editor, typically no more than 300 words. They can be emailed to hawk.editorial@gmail.com.

Letter from the Editor Welcome to the 2019 Commencement Edition of The Hawk. I hope the following pages make you reminisce, smile and laugh as we look back at our time on Hawk Hill.

After serving as Editor in Chief of The Hawk at Saint Joseph’s University for the past two years, I was both thrilled and honored to take part in The Hawk's annual task of creating the commencement issue.

Each year we strive for this issue to serve as a sort of yearbook, something for graduates and their families to look back on and fondly remember.

My own dedication to this issue stems not just from my commitment as Editor in Chief, but also from my knowledge that, as

a senior about to graduate, I want these pages to encapsulate our four years here. I want to be able to look back at this issue 10 years into the future and smile at the memories bound within. And I hope from the bottom of my heart that you will, too.

For all of us, as members of The Hawk Staff, we hope that you think about the impact your education will have on you. We hope that you will take this knowledge with you as you move forward with your professional career.

Take a deep breath, because you’re taking another step forward in your life. With all the hustle and bustle around campus this time of year, it is important to remember

that it is ultimately the students that make this campus the exciting, lively place it is, day in and day out.

Graduates, I hope that our graduation day is filled with happiness and joy, and I hope this issue helps you remember why you chose to attend St. Joe’s and how you grew to love it. Today is our day to celebrate.

Put aside any stress and anxiety you may have about the future, enjoy this momentous occasion, celebrate being a Hawk and go forth and set the world on fire.

–Ana Faguy, Editor in Chief

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FOUR YEARS ON HAWK HILL '15-'16 '16-'17 '17-'18 '18-'19 SEPTEMBER

The university community celebrates the arrival of Pope Francis in Philadelphia, including a special trip to the campus where he blessed the statue “Synagoga and Ecclesia in Our Time.”

SEPTEMBER

Monica Nixon, Ph.D., assumes the position as the first assistant provost for Inclusion and Diversity.

JUNE

Shaily Menon, Ph.D., is named the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at St. Joe’s on June 28.

The new Student Health Center in Sourin Residence Center debuts after summer renovations. The redesigned space provides more privacy and improved amenities in exam rooms.

JULY

St. Joe’s officially announces the formation of a new professional school: the School of Health Studies and Education, sheduled to open in the fall of 2019.

OCTOBER

The completely student-run Saxbys cafe opens in Campion Student Center on Oct. 1.

OCTOBER

Appalachian Experience (APEX) enrollment reaches full capacity in record time at 27 minutes.

St. Joe’s first lay president, Mark C. Reed, Ed.D., is inducted as the university’s president.

OCTOBER

The Career Development Center moves to the Cardinal Residence Property from its former location in Moore Hall.

NOVERMBER

NOVERMBER

Donald Trump wins the 2016 Presidential Election with 306 Electoral Votes. Students gather to watch the live results of the election in The Perch.

FEBRUARY

The Philadelphia Eagles win their first Super Bowl, defeating the New England Patriots 41-33.

Students create a petition to hire a full-time OB/GYN at the Student Health Center on Oct. 16. The petition reached over 1,000 signatures by Oct. 25.

JANUARY

Men’s basketball Head Coach Phil Martelli celebrates his 200th Atlantic 10 Conference win.

An armed intruder shouting anti-Semitic slurs kills 11 people in the Tree of Life Congregation synagogue on Oct. 27. In a show of solidarity with the victims, the Institute for Jewish-Catholic Relations held an interreligious service for St. Joe’s community members in front of the “Synagoga and Ecclesia in Our Time” statue.

St. Joe’s students attend the worldwide Women’s March to advocate for legislation and policies regarding issues such as human rights, women’s rights, racial equality, immigration reform, LGBTQ+ rights and the environment.

The Office of Inclusion and Diversity, located on the second floor of Campion Student Center, officially opens on Jan. 24 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

In response to Trump’s travel ban, approximately 300 students, staff and faculty participate in the Jan. 31 “SJU March for All” on the St. Joe’s campus.

Suicide bombers and gunmen attack several public areas in Paris, killing 130 people and wounding hundreds more. The attacks are traced back to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. All St. Joe’s students studying abroad in Paris are marked as safe.

DECEMBER

Jeanne Brady, Ph.D., is announced as the new provost following the resignation of previous Provost Rosalind Reichard, Ph.D.

MARCH

The St. Joe’s men’s basketball team advances to the first round of the NCAA tournament since the 2013-2014 season. The men’s team ultimately loses to the University of Oregon in the second round.

APRIL

Panic! At The Disco performs in the Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena for the 2016 Spring Concert.

FEBRUARY

Jesse Watters, the host of the Fox News show “Watters’ World,” visits campus on Feb. 14 to question David Parry, Ph.D., chair of the communications department and St. Joe’s students about an altered audio recording from a campus event titled “Making Sense of the Presidential Election.”

APRIL

The Center for Inclusion and Diversity, the Student Union Board, the department of Gender Studies and SJU Pride bring the first annual St. Joe’s drag show to campus on April 8.

NOVEMBER

St. Joe’s field hockey team wins the Atlantic-10 Championship with a 1-0 game against Virginia Commonwealth University on Nov. 3.

APRIL

DECEMBER

Peter Norberg, Ph.D., professor of English, and Rajneesh Sharma, Ph.D., associate professor of finance, are appointed as the new associate provosts for faculty and academic support and assessment and strategic planning, respectively.

St. Joe’s students lead a silent sit-in during a Board of Trustees meeting to protest the administration’s response to a racist incident on Dec. 7. The protest leads to a meeting with University President Mark C. Reed., Ed.D.

T-Pain performs in Hagan Arena for the 2018 Spring Concert on April 19. His intended opener, Waka Flocka Flame, cancels his performance.

Cheryl McConnell, Ph.D., is announced as the new provost and vice president for academic affairs on Feb. 13.

Concluding the year’s Evelyn S. and Anthony M. ’60 Carfagno Lecture Series, Former Vice President Joe Biden gives a speech in Hagan Arena to an audience of approximately 3,000 people on April 24.

FEBRUARY

MARCH

Phil Martelli, head coach of the men’s basketball team for 24 years, was fired.

Billy Lange, former Philadelphia 76ers assistant coach, was named head coach for the St. Joe’s men’s basketball team.

APRIL

Jill Bodensteiner, J.D., director of athletics, announces that men’s basketball student season tickets would be free starting in fall 2019.

St. Joe’s Cheer wins nationals for the first time in St. Joe’s history.

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CLASS OF 2019

FACTS AND FIGURES COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Doctorate

16 Graduate

386 Undergraduate 532 Total 1, 234 HAUB S C H O O L O F B USINE SS Graduate

422 Undergraduate 606 Total 1, 028 G R E E K L I F E Alpha Gamma Delta 31 Alpha Omicron Pi 42 Alpha Phi 40 Sigma Sigma Sigma 37 Phi Sigma Sigma 35 Sigma Pi 20 Lambda Chi Alpha 14

UNDERGRAD DEMOGRAPHICS

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Men’s Baseball 2 Men’s Basketball 5 Men’s Cross Country 7 Men’s Golf 1 Men’s Indoor Track 10 Men’s Outdoor Track 10 Men’s Lacrosse 5 Men’s Rowing 8 Men’s Soccer 6 Men’s Tennis 4 Women’s Basketball 4 Women’s Cross Country 7 Women’s Field Hockey 3 Women’s Indoor Track 11 Women’s Outdoor Track 11 Women’s Lacrosse 9 Women’s Rowing 9 Women’s Soccer 8 Women’s Softball 4 Women’s Tennis 2

TOTAL: 90 Sum of sports >90 because some athletes play multiple sports.

541

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Puerto Rico 4 Saudi Arabia 4 Australia 2 China 2 Venezuela 2 Federated States of Micronesia1 Virgin Islands 1 Argentina 1 Bermuda 1 Colombia 1 Germany 1 Ghana 1 Italy 1 Kuwait 1 New Zealand 1 Nigeria 1 Panama 1 Senegal 1 South Korea 1 Spain 1 Taiwan 1

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California 8 | Colorado 2 | Delaware 12 | District of Columbia 2 | Florida 7 | Georgia 1 | Hawaii 1 | Illinois 3 | Indiana 1 | Louisiana 1 | Massachusetts 22 | New Hampshire 4 | North Carolina 3 | Ohio 1 | Rhode Island 8 | South Carolina 1 | Vermont 1 | Virginia 16 | Wisconsin 1

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UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS

GRADUATE MAJORS

Accounting 77 Actuarial Science 12 Ancient Studies 1 Art 7 Autism Behavioral Studies 16 Autism Studies 9 Biology 56 Business Administration 32 Business Intelligence 74 Chemical Biology 13 Chemistry 9 Communication Studies 68 Computer Science 13 Criminal Justice 19 Criminal Justice Studies 1 Decision & System Sciences 1 Economics 16 Elementary Education: 4th-8th Grade 2 Elementary Education: Pre K-4th Grade 60 English 30 English & Professional Writing 2 Entertainment Marketing 19 Environmental Science 1 Family Business & Entrepreneurship 13 Finance 122 Financial Planning 3 Food Marketing 77 Food Marketing Co-Op 25 French 2 General Studies 5 German 1 Health Administration 2 History 7 Information Technology 3 Interdisciplinary Health Services 69 International Business 39 International Relations 11 Italian 1 Leadership/Ethics & Organization Sustainability 23 Linguistics 4 Managing Human Capital 14 Marketing 113 Mathematics 2 Music 2 Org Development & Leadership 4 Pharmaceutical Marketing 25 Philosophy 6 Physics 3 Political Science 20 Post Bac Pre-Health Science 2 Professional and Liberal Studies 20 Psychological Studies 3 Psychology 44 Risk Management and Insurance 52 Secondary Education 6 Sociology

11 Spanish 8 Special Education (Pre K to 8) 34 Sports Marketing 37 Theatre & Film 12 Theology 3

Accounting 1 Biology 8 Business Intelligence 7 Computer Science 12 Criminal Justice 175 Customer Analytics & Insights 1 Educational Leadership 34 Elementary Education: Pre K-4th Grade 7 Executive MBA Program 26 Executive MBA Program (1-year) 10 Finance 32 Finance - Financial Services 22 Food Marketing 23 General 33 Health & Medical Services Administration 4 Health Administration - Health Education 6 Health Administration 1 Health Care Ethics 1 Health Education - General 10 Homeland Security 1 Instructional Technology Spec 14 International Business 2 International Marketing 14 Leading 6 Marketing 21 Math Education 1 Org Development & Leadership 95 Pharmaceutical Marketing 42 Professional Education 8 Psychology 26 Public Safety Management 1 Reading Specialist 22 Secondary Education 1 Secondary Education 7-12 32 Special Education 44 Special Education (7 to 12) 8 Special Education (Pre K to 8) 30 Strategic Human Resource Management 21 Writing Studies 7

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In Memoriam ALEX MARK ’20 Assistant News Editor

Faculty and Staff

Students

Daniel Reimold, Ph.D. Reimold was an assistant professor of English and served as the faculty adviser to The Hawk Newspaper. He died on Aug. 20, 2015.

Nalani Tesalona Tesalona, from Manalapan, New Jersey, earned her bachelor’s degree from St. Joe’s in 2008. She was working towards a graduate degree in biology. She died on Nov. 25, 2015.

Catherine Murray, Ph.D. Murray was an associate professor of psychology and the director of the graduate Gerontological Services Program. She died on Jan. 24, 2016.

Peter Reid. Reid Reid earned his undergraduate degree and his Instructional Technology Specialist M.S. at St. Joe’s. He was a teacher at Bishop Shanahan High School and St. Joseph’s Preparatory School. He died on Feb. 25, 2017.

Jean L. Heck, Ph.D. Heck was an associate professor of finance and the Brian Duperreault ’69 Chair for risk management and insurance in the Erivan K. Haub School of Business (HSB). He died on Feb. 5, 2016.

Scott B. Friedman Friedman was pursuing a graduate degree in criminal justice. He died on April 10, 2017.

Bruce M. Bidinger, S.J. Bidinger was the director of the William F. Leahy Advising Center in HSB and the chaplain to the St. Joe’s men’s basketball team. He died on March 21, 2016.

Robert E. Fleeger, Ph.D. Fleeger was a visiting assistant professor of philosophy. He died on Feb. 23, 2016.

Mark Aita, S.J., M.D. Aita was the associate director of the Institute for Clinical Bioethics. He died on Jan. 11, 2017.

Cathleen Spinelli, Ph.D. Spinelli was a professor and the former chair of the special education department at St. Joe’s. She died on Nov. 12, 2018.

Susan Fenton, M.F.A. Fenton was an associate professor of art. She died on Nov. 23, 2018.

Michael J. Mullins Mullins was a senior chemistry major from Swedesboro, N.J. He died on July 5, 2017.

Katharine C. Campbell Campbell was a junior interdisciplinary health services major from Mickleton, New Jersey, and was heavily involved in Collegiate Challenge. She died on Aug. 11, 2017.

James Klinges Klinges was a senior student of HSB from Wayne, Pennsylvania. He died on Aug. 26, 2017.

Breanna R. Ringersen Ringersen was a graduate student pursuing a degree in criminal justice. She died on Sept. 11, 2017.

Stephen M. Storm Storm was a graduate student working towards a degree in secondary education. He died on March 4, 2018.

Sgt. Clinton Cunningham Cunningham was a police officer in Philadelphia and, later, in Delaware County. He was working towards a graduate degree in criminal justice when he died on March 19, 2018.

Mark L. Dombroski Dombroski was a first year business student and St. Joe’s rugby player. He died on March 19, 2018.

Other

Erivan K. Haub Haub was a successful German businessman and donor for whom the Haub Business School was named. He died on March 6, 2018.

Rev. Charles Currie, S.J. Currie was the rector of the St. Joe’s Jesuit community from 1991-1997. He died on Jan. 4, 2019.

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Top Hawk Stories ERIN BREEN ’19 News Editor This list is based off of hit statistics for sjuhawknews.com.

Ten most-read stories on sjuhawknews.com for fall 2018 and spring 2019.

1. Racial slur left on students’ dorm room door (Nov. 28, 2018) A white male student rearranged the letters on the felt board on the dorm room door of two African-American residents to spell a racial slur.

2. Black students detail racism at St. Joe’s (Dec. 5, 2018) Prompted by the Sept. 28 racial slur incident, more than 350 students, faculty and alumni gathered in the North Doyle Banquet hall on Dec. 3, 2018 to discuss racism on campus.

6. Sit in leads to meeting with University President Mark C. Reed (Dec. 7, 2018) St. Joe’s students held a silent sit-in Dec. 7, 2018, by occupying the lobby of the fifth floor of McShain Residence Center during a Board of Trustees meeting down the hall. Students said they were protesting the university’s lacking response to racism on campus.

Jack McCaul ’22 participates in the sit-in. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

7. Spring Concert fund revived (Sept. 19, 2018) Taylor Stokes ’22 listens to her peers speak at a BSU forum responding to racism on campus. Alyvia Benson ’22 (left) and Camille Lodugnon ’22 (right) sit behind her. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

3. “Sucker punch” (March 27, 2019) Phil Martelli was fired after serving 24 years as the head coach of the St. Joe’s men’s basketball team.

The University Student Senate restored funding for the 2019 Spring Concert, which had been canceled in summer 2018 as part of cuts to the Student Budget Allocations Committee (SBAC).

8. “Racial bias” incidents reported in dorms again (April 17, 2019) Two more “racial bias” incidents were reported in first year residence halls. Both incidents involved the use of the N-word by white students against black students.

9. Student Senate and Black Student Union meet to address campus racism (Dec. 10, 2018) At least 120 students, faculty and staff members attended a Dec.10 meeting of the University Student Senate (USS) and the Black Student Union (BSU) to generate ideas for a student action plan to address racism on campus.

10. Jill Bodensteiner on the search for new head coach (April 3, 2018) Athletics Director Bodensteiner spoke to The Hawk about the search process for a new head coach after the March 18 firing of former Head Coach Phil Martelli.

Phil Martelli speaks to his players during the first practice of the 2017-2018 season.

PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

4. St. Joe’s handling of racial slur called ‘bullshit’ (Dec. 5, 2018) Two months after a white student rearranged letters on the felt board on their dorm room door to spell a racial slur, the two black female students said they were disappointed with how the university handled the incident.

5. HawkFest downsizing met with disappointment (Sept. 26, 2018) More than 3,000 people attended the eighth annual HawkFest event. Alumni and current students said they were disappointed with changes made to this annual tradition.

Director of Athletics Jill Bodensteiner, J.D., at the March 19 press conference regarding Phil Martelli's firing.

PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS '22/THE HAWK

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Thank you St. Joe’s

Building strength despite the lack of racial diversity

DOMINIQUE JOE ’19 Opinions Editor I have had a complicated relationship with St. Joe’s over the past four years. Anyone who has ever listened to me for more than five minutes knows that I am very vocal about the things I both like and dislike about the university. No situation is perfect and after my four years at St. Joe’s, that lesson has been fully concretized in my mind.

Because no institution is perfect, I won’t wax poetic with infinite idealism over this university. We dedicate four years to learning and growing in this environment. And for that, of course, we come to enjoy certain things about St. Joe’s, but I think more importantly call into question things that we find fault with.

These faults that St. Joe’s has I’ve grown to not simply dismiss, but see the value in. As I’m leaving St. Joe’s, I can look at our institution’s flaws and still find something redeemable, especially when these faults have taught me a great deal about life.

St. Joe’s isn’t perfect, but in its flawed countenance I have learned my own place in the world, and I have drawn strength from discomfort.

For four years, I was a black woman on a predominantly white campus. That is an indisputable fact. I spent most of my four years at St. Joe’s hyper aware of my blackness in a way that I had never really contemplated before.

Maybe it was because I was away from home for the first time, but even at home I went to predominantly white schools. My educational environment was seemingly unchanged, but I was actually changing and growing. And for that, I have to thank St. Joe’s.

And I don’t mean to thank the university for its lack of racial diversity or the ever present minoritization of students, but I have to thank the university for creating a space where I was forced to persevere and find strength in myself to continue.

I could have left St. Joe’s. I spent the first two

With that in mind, my parents told me when they dropped me off my first year that in college, choices were not going to be made for me. I had “skin in the game,” and college was a place that I would have to truly navigate for myself by myself.

So when I was met with this real urge to leave, an urge that pushed me to apply to transfer to University of Maryland, I took stock.

I had just changed my major, and I was having conversations with professors about leaving the university. One English professor, who is retired now, even expressed to me that

St. Joe’s, for all of its faults, pushed me to be confident and strong and to never doubt my intelligence nor my ability to rise to any challenge. years here very seriously contemplating leaving.

Retention of students of color is something that the university struggles with. I was another student of color to add to the percentage. I knew this reality, but I didn’t want to give up.

For most of my academic life, if something didn’t come easy to me, I would give up. If math was causing me difficulty, I’d shut down. It was only through my parents’ intervention that I would get the extra help that I needed.

College was different though. It was a whole new experience, and I wasn’t just struggling over AP Statistics. College was the foundation for my future.

he enjoyed my time in his Craft of Language course, and he was sad to see me leave St. Joe’s.

It was a this nice comment from this professor and others over those two years that helped me realize that I had unwittingly forged a connection with professors in the English department.

My mindset shifted from simply wallowing in the negatives that came out of St. Joe’s lack of racial diversity to finding a way to cope with these negatives and push through. And I began to think of opportunity in spite of a clear lack of racial diversity and a clear habit of tokenizing those few racially diverse students

for the image of the university.

And that is where I drew my strength. I realized that I could do more at and for a university that was practically devoid of students like me if I stayed. Through hard work. I could earn my legitimate place at this university and distinguish myself.

If I had transferred to University of Maryland, I would not have been a Writing Center tutor nor the Opinions Editor for The Hawk Newspaper. I wouldn’t have run my own radio show or become the vice president of Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honors Society. I for sure wouldn’t have as close or as productive of a relationship with the faculty within the English department.

At St. Joe’s, in spite of this socially and racially constructed isolation, I pushed myself to grow and to aspire to things that I never thought I would ever do. I rose above my discomfort to insert myself into a university community that for two years I’d thought I’d never truly be a part of.

St. Joe’s, for all of its faults, pushed me to be confident and strong and to never doubt my intelligence nor my ability to rise to any challenge.

I will be leaving St. Joe’s with a greater understanding of the world, but more importantly a greater understanding of my ability to persevere even in the most uncomfortable and isolating situations.

And for that, I thank this university.

A last presidential address

A reflection from the University Student Senate President JASON D’ANTIONIO ’19 Columnist They say high school goes by in a blink of an eye, but in college, you miss the blink. It’s hard to believe that it’s all over.

But from my time as a first year senator, I’m proud to look back on the work this class in particular has done for one another and for this university. And looking back, one of the greatest honors I will ever have is the ability to serve as the student body president of this institution.

The university’s path these past four years have been one of growth and change. Dynamism has returned to Hawk Hill, and I’m proud to have been a part of that.

We’ve welcomed Pope Francis and a former vice president, launched a new school aimed at healing and educating our society, won an Atlantic 10 Championship and developed visions for the future of our campus.

But we’ve also stumbled along the way, losing beloved members of our community and sometimes harming those we’re supposed to care for. Yet, it’s in these times of difficulty that I’ve seen the best this university has to offer.

These times of difficulty have forced us

to implement sound and sustainable financial reforms for student organizations, increase access to healthcare for students and outline steps that are essential for tackling racism and creating a more inclusive campus.

This year we pushed ourselves to new heights and took on roles that only this graduating class could undertake; as a campus, we gave each other a voice and the courage to dare

the things that bring us happiness.

And I have realized that these two traits —an unparalleled drive and constant pursuit of fulfillment—are the distinctive variables that make St. Joe’s exceptional. Yes, challenges lie ahead for both the graduates and their alma mater, but this simply means that those two factors can be put to work and used to create more opportunities to

an unparalleled drive and constant pursuit of fulfillment – are the distinctive variables that make St. Joe’s exceptional.

Yes, challenges lie ahead for both the graduates and their alma mater, but this simply means that those two factors can be put to work and used to create more opportunities to succeed moving forward. to improve, all in tangent with one another.

The other day, a professor asked me, “What will be your legacy?” I told them I didn’t know, but I hoped it would be a good one at the very least.

Unfortunately, none of us have the luxury of hindsight, but that’s never stopped us from waking up day after day and doing our job and

succeed moving forward.

I am a firm believer that one’s success is determined by the success of those around them, and when I look at both the class of 2019 and this session of the student government, I know we’ve succeeded. I’ve seen others grow in ways unimaginable four years ago. I’ve seen the best people rise to daunting challenges,

and I’ve seen Hawks lead and excel at every sport, every conference, every internship and every service project available. I’ve seen the best humanity has to offer here on Hawk Hill.

What is even more rewarding is knowing that we leave this place in firm hands and sound student leadership, and I have no doubt that the classes of 2020, 2021, 2022 and very shortly, 2023, will continue on the path of improvement and progress we’ve created within our own four years.

Our time here has come to an end, but the work we’ve done is far from over. In fact, it has only begun. So in essence, the torch has been passed and a new era of responsibility is here.

When I was asked to write this piece, I was appalled that the time had already come.

But as I look back on my time here at St. Joe’s, I’m glad the time has come.

It’s the ending of a chapter that I will forever be grateful for; the people I’ve encountered and grew relationships with are some of the finest this university will ever see. Better yet, the things that they’ve done here will be remembered for pushing this place to new limits, ones we could have never imagined.

For that, I am eternally grateful. Thank you, St. Joe’s.

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The most unexpected blessing Finding happiness in surprising ways

ANNIE CLARK ’19 Editorial Page Editor I never expected to find community here. In fact, I transferred to St. Joe’s two years ago with a simple mindset: “just go through the motions and graduate.” I needed a degree, and this school seemed as good as any to get it.

My mindset was brought on by a long funk which had led me to doubt my worth, my abilities and my future.

I felt like I’d been sleepwalking through my life, never pursuing anything meaningful to me, because I thought I wouldn’t ever be able to keep it. Happiness, when it came, felt fleeting and superficial.

I later realized what had really been eluding me was joy: pure and uncomplicated, sudden in its arrival, but carrying a promise of sustainment.

I needed a drastic change to show me that true joy was possible. And in the end, that’s what St. Joe’s did for me.

During my first semester here, I mostly kept my head down and focused on my classes. I quickly found my academic niche in communication studies. Classes in law and digital media helped me realize that I am fascinated by processes: why they were installed in the first place, how they work and most of all, how to improve them.

Becoming a full-time student again gave me purpose. It left me with the confidence that, just maybe, I could do something meaningful with my life.

I joined The Hawk as a Copy Editor during the second semester of my junior year. Short on credits, I enrolled in an intersession class called Fact-checking and Fake News, taught by Jenny Spinner, Ph.D., and I loved it. When she approached me about copy editing for The Hawk, I wasn’t sure if I was ready. But I also felt like I would be missing out if I said no.

More than a year later, I can’t imagine

Grad school—that looming, pie-in-the-sky ambition that I once thought was as unattainable for me as an Olympic figure skating career—will have to mark a change for myself as a student.

(I have no immediate grad school plans.

There are some things I want to see first.)

I’ll be honest—there are still days when I get home, throw my bag on the couch and feel exhausted and terrified by the enormity

I haven’t loved every single day (or even most days) as a student here. But overall, my time at St. Joe’s has affirmed for me that I can have a meaningful life and sustain it. my time at St. Joe’s without the people I’ve met through The Hawk and the renewed confidence in myself as a writer that the newspaper has given me.

While I really believe that working on The Hawk has taught me more about writing than any class I’ve ever taken, one of my greatest regrets leaving here is that I didn’t put in more effort academically.

There were stretches of time when I struggled with my mental health or became bogged down in part-time jobs and lost motivation for school. There were many skipped classes, some late assignments and a lot of wrangling with myself to put in the work now and ask questions later.

But I did it—I’m still here. I’m graduating in spite of myself, and no amount of wallowing in regret will give me a do-over.

of “what comes next.”

But that’s when I go knock on my roommate’s door and ask if he wants to bake cookies and watch a show in the living room.

Beyond my education, I’m most grateful to this place for bringing me to people who understand what I’m going through and who know me well enough to help me through it.

I haven’t loved every single day (or even most days) as a student here. But overall, my time at St. Joe’s has affirmed for me that I can have a meaningful life and sustain it.

“Going through the motions” was never an option here, because each day was different and usually threw me some sort of curveball.

Whether it was spending entire days sequestered in the library cramming for finals or scheduling a phone interview across an 11-hour time difference, I ended up being

propelled by life’s day-to-day haphazardness. It was enough to motivate me at that time, but I knew I was missing something.

True joy finally snuck up on me one day last summer. It was a culmination of everything I had steadily been building for myself, all the plans I had been making. The day it all hit me was one of those rare perfect days, with no hiccups from start to finish. It began with a trip to the beach with one of the people I love most in the world. There was hardly any traffic on our way there— unheard of for Los Angeles.

One of my bucket list items for that summer had been to swim in the Pacific Ocean. The Pacific is cold­—frigid, even, for most of the year. But on that day, it was absolutely balmy, like a warm bath. My hands were pruney by the time we finally returned to the shore, something that hadn’t happened since I was a little kid. As we drove back with the windows down, I felt renewed in a way I hadn’t in years.

We arrived downtown with enough time to spare before our dinner plans and decided to stop by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. In an exhibit about the history of film, I found a quote inscribed on a panel that instantly stood out to me: “Depth? We don’t need depth. I have been supplying my own third dimension all my life. What we need is to open up, open up wide.”

I like to think I’ll spend the rest of my life opening up: speaking louder, doing more, exploring every corner of this world I can touch. I can’t wait to see what that looks like.

Senior year went out with a pop

Growing through St. Joe’s athletics REBECCA LANE ’19 Guest Columnist It’s the last time lacing up the cleats. The last time finding turf beads in your bed when you wake up. The last opportunity to make sure absolutely every bead of sweat is left on that turf, every drop of blood that can be shed is and all tears are saved until that final whistle is blown.

Senior year is here, and the days of being a student athlete are limited. The past four years have led up to this point and for most, the final season is the one to go out with a bang. But, for me, it went out with a pop.

I had checked everything off on the checklist. My body was in peak shape, both the fittest and fastest it has ever been. The experience of playing for the previous three years proved to be a source of confidence heading in to this final one. My lacrosse skills were sharp and continuously improving with every practice and extra wall ball session.

Yet, it only took one twist. One wrong movement to cause the shift that popped the tendon whose very name sends shivers down any athlete’s spine. Anterior cruciate ligament, or more commonly known as the ACL. Two days following the injury it was confirmed; “non-functioning ACL in the left knee.” My ears heard nothing following that, and my eyes welled with tears. I held it together almost as long as any human that tries to resist petting a puppy strutting down the street.

Any talk of surgery options was lost to me as my head was drowning in thoughts. It wasn’t the fact that this was my third time tearing my left ACL that left me distraught.

Although difficult to swallow, it wasn’t even the fact that this was the end of my college career as a player that kept my head in my

hands. It was the thought that in less than a month, my whole family was making the trek across the globe to come and watch me play in my final game on Sweeney Field.

I had envisioned Senior Day to be a day where I could show just how much I appreciate all the support I have received from everyone over my college career. A day to compete and play hard, to make my family proud and to show them that the 1,460 days spent 16,552

and play the sport that I love, but that talent has no restrictions. In any circumstance, there is always a way to overcome adversity and let talent shine through.

It has given me the opportunity to meet professors who have instilled in me a passion for my future career. As athletes, we are so focused on the game, on winning and on maintaining peak physical performance that it is sometimes hard to see life outside of those

All I have ever wanted to do was play lacrosse at the highest level possible, and while my experience under the women’s lacrosse coaching staff has turned me into a better player, it has also instilled within me compassion, belief and optimism that I will take with me into every future endeavor. kilometers (that’s 10,285 miles for you imperial system folk) apart had been worth it.

With the whole conference portion of the season left, it was hard to grieve the end of my playing career at St. Joe’s while still being a voice with and for the team. My experience over the past four years at St. Joe’s has been invaluable as it has given me the very tools that I need to be able to overcome the grief of this current obstacle and any that come my way in the future.

It has given me the opportunity to participate in weekly service programs where I have met a number of amazingly talented individuals who, for a range of different reasons, have their mobility restricted to a wheelchair. The time I spent forming relationships and learning from them not only taught me that I am very fortunate to have the ability to run, jump

white lines. However, I can say that since coming to St. Joe’s I am now able to see a life outside of a sweat suit and in a career that celebrates my hunger and drive for success.

It has given me the opportunity to expand my family. Bound by sweat rather than blood, I have 36 new sisters. We have been forever bonded by the freshman 15, attractive sock tans and Karaoke: Road Edition.

All that we have been through, both individually and as a team, we have been each other’s support system, and that runs deeper and further than any graduation day countdown.

It has given me the opportunity to be coached by some of the most dedicated and knowledgeable people I know. All I have ever wanted to do was play lacrosse at the highest level possible, and while my experience under the women’s lacrosse coaching staff has turned

me into a better player, it has also instilled within me compassion, belief and optimism that I will take with me into every future endeavor.

And lastly, it has given me the opportunity to realize the immense gratitude I have for my family. After every game, without fail, I would find a message on my phone. Each one went about the same way, “Watched the game.

Played well. Pick your knees up when you run, you’ll go faster.” After four years I still hadn’t memorized the time difference, forcing me to check on the world clock.

At 3 a.m. my parents would groggily make the obligatory walk to the lounge room to watch me run up and down a field for 60 minutes.

After the devastating blow of my injury, I felt like I had failed. That I had let myself and the team down just when it was needed the most.

It was my parents who grounded me with their words. They told me to be happy with what I have achieved so far, to use my knowledge to help the team and be hopeful for the future, for without hope what’s the point? And that they were so proud of the person I had become.

Every experience I have had at St. Joe’s has made me into the person I am today. Every run test, every exam and every team bus trip. Every time I pulled on that jersey and every time my arms were freckled with bruises. Every time I ended my day with a fivehour study session in the library. Every time a squeeze was sent down the line during the “Star-Spangled Banner.”

Every experience and memory as a student athlete at St. Joe’s has given me the strength to overcome this new obstacle, but also any that dare to challenge me in the future.

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Four years in review

Moments that defined the class of 2019's time at St. Joe's

BRITTANY SWIFT ’19 Editor Emeritus While everyone always asks how we have changed and grown over our time at St. Joe’s these past few years, the environment around us has also experienced many shifts during our college careers, impacting both the world and our perceptions of it.

Our education at St. Joe’s has taught us to be politically aware and engaged citizens—understanding towards others and active about the issues for which we want to see change. Although we need to continue our awareness, activism and passion in the years ahead of us, we also should reflect upon the major political events that have characterized our time while at St. Joe's: 2016 presidential election: For many of us, 2016 represents our first presidential election as eligible voters. No matter your political party, the election of President Donald Trump marks a key shift in the political atmosphere that surrounded our college career.

With American politics turning back to more conservative leadership, we have navigated through our own political views, our relationship with those who disagree with us and what we want to prioritize politically in upcoming years.

Brexit referendum passes: In 2016, Great Britain voted to leave the European Union (EU). This decision indicated Britain’s desire to distance itself from the rest of Europe, disconnecting the intricate social, political and economic ties that have developed.

While we still cannot tell the repercussions that Brexit may have on both state relations and the economic markets, the decision may be indicative of a growing resistance to globalization and interdependence that char-

acterize the global system. In regards to American relevance, we also must decide how to define our own relations with other countries and people.

Women’s March: Moving into 2017, we witnessed the first annual Women’s March on Washington. On Trump’s first full day in office, the Women’s March in cities around the country demanded reproductive, equal pay and general human rights for women globally.

Many students, faculty and staff attended the local march in Philadelphia in 2017 and in years since then. This continuing movement that has spread globally marks the increasingly preva-

our environment and may condone other countries to also withdraw.

We should care about the intrinsic value of our home, but if not solely for that, we also have a responsibility to secure the environment for ourselves and for future generations to enjoy the land as we have.

Eagles win the 2018 Super Bowl: We had the opportunity to experience the Eagles’ first Superbowl win in the heart of Philadelphia. On the night the Eagles won, community members—including many students—poured onto the streets of Philadelphia to celebrate the victory.

It was a moment of unity and excitement

Our education at St. Joe’s has taught us to be politically aware and engaged citizens—understanding towards others and active about the issues for which we want to see change. lent calls for human rights and equality that took place during our time as undergraduate students.

U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement: Trump announced in 2017 that the United States will withdraw from the Paris Agreement, which aims to mitigate the catastrophic effects that high output of greenhouse gas emissions are causing to the environment. As recent college graduates, we are told to focus on our future, and this future includes the safety of our earth.

The U.N. issued a report that stated that we have 12 years to decrease the rate of climate change before we face more destructive events—including droughts, floods and extreme heat. U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement indicates the deprioritization of

for our community, and we even had classes canceled for the Super Bowl parade. Local events distinguish our time on campus just as much as national and global events, and the Eagles win solidified our bond as classmates and Philadelphia community members.

Jamal Khashoggi murder: Jamal Khashoggi—a journalist who often criticized the Saudi Arabian government in outlets like The Washington Post—was murdered in 2018 in the Saudi Arabian consulate in Turkey. While exact details still remain unclear, Khashoggi’s murder is largely recognized as part of a widespread and brutal crackdown on dissenters in Saudi Arabia by the government.

The assassination has been internationally condemned as a human rights violation,

yet few sanctions have actually been placed on Saudi Arabia or the Crown Prince himself. By failing to investigate this incident further and pursue more severe sanctions, we are indirectly allowing this brutal behavior.

We must decide how to view incidents like this and how we want to act in the future to indicate our intolerance for such violent behavior likely orchestrated by another government.

Mueller report: Now into 2019, after Mueller submitted his report regarding Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election, the attorney general read the report and determined that not enough evidence existed to charge Trump with collusion, but the findings also “do not exonerate” Trump.

The Mueller report has been a controversial topic spanning most of our time here at St. Joe’s. The idea of Russian interference in our elections calls into question the infallibility of our democratic institutions that operate independently from other countries.

Regardless of final findings from the report as we continue to gain more information, we must decide how to handle potential interference in our elections and determine how much transparency we demand from our government.

As we graduate from St. Joe’s and move forward in our lives, we will continue to face social, political and economic events for which we must decide how to respond. As a generation—and as St. Joe’s students, now alumni—we have already displayed our passion and refusal to remain passive about issues that motivate us.

No matter your background, beliefs, political leanings or other, we should all remain encouraged to pursue the change we want to see in the world.

As the Jesuits would say: go forth, and set the world on fire.

Reaching the finish line

A commuter student's perspective on lessons learned MARLEY RENÉ '19 Columnist The college experience for students has either been like a breeze, walking through the Sahara Desert with no water or somewhere in the middle.

And though the journeys have been different, there is one day all students look forward to: graduation day. It is a day that symbolizes the end of a chapter in life.

This year for St. Joe’s class of 2019, the commencement ceremony is today, May 18, 2019. It is a day of joy, but also a day to reflect on how far we have all come from our first year until now.

As a biology major, Spanish minor and commuter, sometimes my college experience felt like running a marathon. That marathon can be challenging for some and easy for others depending on if you have the time management skills or not. Time management contributes to your overall experience being more like walk in the park than a walk through the desert.

Through my journey as a commuter, I had an interesting experience with time management. I had to take this skill seriously so that I could stay on top of my classes, develop relationships and figure out things I like to do and things I do not like as well.

Let me explain.

I realized as a commuter an 8 a.m. class is the first thing to avoid during registration.

Whether relying on public transportation or driving, there is always traffic around 7 a.m., and if you are not a morning person, you are setting yourself up for failure.

To make matters worse, my classes had demanding and challenging coursework, and I was also involved in extracurricular activities.

classes, in the commuter lounge and in clubs I joined, I built valuable relationships with people that in some cases led to great opportunities. This helped me through my time at St. Joe’s as a commuter by being able to study with some students and stay with a friend overnight to get more sleep for the next day.

I made some great friends, some that I can even consider family.

Through GeoKids, a science outreach

Sometimes it may have felt like college was moving too fast and you could not catch up, but I have come to realize that it is preparing you for the real world post-graduation. Although the times were rough, it is like training for what is to come.

Therefore, time management was something I heavily relied on to ensure my work was complete. You had to learn how to use your time wisely to stay on top of things and to catch up on sleep or else you were failing.

There are also a lot of relationships that develop and grow throughout your college experience. As a commuter, meeting new friends was a slow process because I did not live on campus.

However, as I started talking to people in

program in the biology department, I found a love for teaching younger students about science — something I never knew about myself until college. I built relationships with these students and got to learn some things from them and their teachers as well.

I also learned that college gives you a chance to find what you love and what you hate. Through some General Education Program (GEP) courses, I found certain courses very interesting, while for other courses I re-

alized were not for me, and that’s okay. Being involved with other clubs made me remember things I loved to do. College made me realize a lot about myself in regards to bad and good habits, strengths and weaknesses and things I like and do not like.

There are some things previously mentioned that took longer than others to achieve or master throughout my four years of college.

However, it’s okay because college is a resource for individuals to grow and understand themselves before they graduate.

Sometimes it may have felt like college was moving too fast and you could not catch up, but I have come to realize that it is preparing you for the real world post-graduation. Although the times were rough, it is like training for what is to come.

No matter what your journey through college was like, graduation is a time to recognize the achievement in and for your struggles and successes. It is like running a marathon — you have fast runners and slow runners, but they all at some point make it to the finish line.

Graduation is the finish line. It is the end of one chapter and a beginning of many more chapters in the book of your life. I hope your race is worthwhile, that you embrace all the trials and triumphs and that you cherish those lessons for the rest of your life.

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Bethany Zaccaria

Dear Bethany, Congratulations on your graduation from St. Joe's. We are so proud of all of your accomplishments. We are confident that you will be successful in everything that you do and look forward to the next stage of your career. We love you very much, Mom & Dad.

Rose Weldon

Congratulations, Rose!

To the Editor-In-Chief of our Hearts, We are so proud of what you have accomplished with all of your hard work, and cannot wait to watch all of the amazing things you do next! Keep rocking on.

Love always, Mom, Dad, Josh & Ali

May 18, 2019

Olivia Heisterkamp

CONGRATULATIONS Olivia Giavanna Heisterkamp! You are amazing! We are so proud of you! You are a blessing and your artwork is the work of an angel on Earth. We are the luckiest parents in the world. We love you.

XO XO Mom & Dad

Erin McGuire

Congratulations! Wishing you the best of luck in the next chapter of your life!

Love Mom, Dad, Heather and Ryan - Remy too!

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Sarah Lathrop Behind you all your memories, before you all your dreams, around you all who love you, within you all you need.

Congrats from your village Dad, Meme, Nana, Grampa Jim, & Aunt Pam

Bridget Goodwin

CONGRATULATIONS BRIDGET! We are so very proud of all your successes and accomplishments at SJU. "The Hawk Will Never Die." All our love, Mom, Dad & Ashley.

May 18, 2019

Molly Mullen

Congratulations Molly Mullen Class of 2019 Love, Mom and Dad Bridget and Danny

Patrick Leininger

We are so Very Very Proud of you and all of your accomplishments. May you always stay strong and confident.

Love, Mom & Dad

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Allison Carter

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Congratulations Allie!!!

Wishing you a lifetime of adventures and happiness!

Love you always and forever, Mom, Dad and Eddie

Robert Howe

May 18, 2019

Alyssa Gardner

Congratulations Alyssa!

Your dedication to your studies and your servant leadership have flourished at SJU. You have lived the magis and now the world awaits!

We love you, Mom, Dad, Jillian, Nana, Pappy and Grandma

Sara Musial Dear Sara M: This is the beginning of anything you want!

In Memory of our favorite "Golden Hawk" Robert M. Howe - Class of 1969

Congratulations - we are very proud of you!

All our Love, The Howe, Scangarella and Mullen families The Hawk Will Never Die!

We love you!

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Tyler Martino

To My Buddy, Looking down on you.

Overjoyed with your accomplishments.

Love you, Dad

Peter D'Amato

Congratulations Peter!

How time flies! Seems like just yesterday you stepped foot on SJU campus!

We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what happens next as you spread your wings and fly! #THWND Love, Dad, Mom and Luke

May 18, 2019

William John Flynn V

Billy, There are no words that can fully describe how proud we are of you and the person you have become. You have proven time and time again, you achieve what you set your mind to!

Congratulations! With all of our love, Mom, Dad, Grandpa & Ivy too!

Mackenzie Gillen

Yo Mack, You've done it! Words cannot express how proud we are of you! Your hard work and dedication is awe inspiring.

You have truly earned this!!! Keep up the amazing work towards your graduate degree! We love you so much! Mom, Dad, Melissa, Sneakers and our furry friends.

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Anthony M. Cofone

Congratulations Anthony Michael Cofone on your Graduation from St Joseph's University! It is hard to believe your special day is here! You have worked very hard and we are so very proud of you! We love you , Mom, Dad, Joseph, Daniel, Grandparents, Aunts, & Godparents XO

Moira Lafferty

Moira, To say we are very proud is an understatement! You are a shining star and will be such an asset to children and schools. You are kind, smart, caring, a great friend and even a little funny sometimes!

Congratulations!!!

May 18, 2019

Samantha Zimmerman

Congratulations on conquering defeat and turning it into something magnificent. What was once just a vision is now the largest business fraternity on campus thanks to your leadership. We are so incredibly proud of what you accomplished together. Kudos to your efforts and your AKPsi legacy. Love, The Z’s

Tyler Martino

Tyler, We are so proud of you. We can't wait to see where life takes you next.

Here for you always.

Love Mom, Bri, & the Golden Girls

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Isabella Pavlou

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Congratulations Isabella!

We are so happy for you and we wish for all your dreams to come true!

Mom, Dad, James, and Cody

Kelly Smith

Congratulations Kelly! We are so proud of you and all the hard work you have put in over the past four years. We are so excited to see what great things the future holds for you.

Love, Mom, Dad, Connor, and Megan

May 18, 2019

Alyssa Trybus

Congratulations Alyssa!

We are so proud of your accomplishments at Saint Joseph's University. We wish you a lifetime of happiness and success!

Love, Mom and Dad, Brendan, Josh, Adam, Julie, and Grace

Adam Brodowski

Congratulations Adam!

We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments at SJU. Love always, Mom and Dad

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Danielle Jensen

May 18, 2019

Nicholas Schaefer Congratulations Nick!

We are so very proud of you! You are done!

All your hard work has paid off! Good luck at Vanguard!

Congratulations Danielle!

We love you!

Mom, Dad, Katy & Tipsy

Caitlin Gillard

Congratulations Caitlin! Continue to light up every room you enter with your beautiful smile and the world will be a better place. We are so proud of all you have accomplished.

Thank you St. Joseph's University.

Love, The Fambam.

Love, Dad, Mom, Gram, Bri, Ben, Grandmom, Gramps and Stig!

Megan Croley

Meg, From Hawk Baby to Hawk Graduate! You have certainly made your mark at St. Joe's.

Continue to live life with gusto and without sacrificing your authentic self.

Congratulations on this great achievement.

With love and pride today and always, Dad '85 and Mom '86 #THWND

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Mikayla Birney

Congratulations Kay, You have made me so proud. Now go kick some ass!!

Love Ya, Dad

May 18, 2019

Eleanor Maduro

Congratulations Ellie Maduro!!

The world is yours!!

We are so proud— Love, Mom and Dad

Stephen Falco

Stephen Falco

CONGRATULATIONS Stephen!

I know graduating from college can be a bittersweet feeling but you are ready. Your wit, strong will and passion for life are the characteristics I most admire about you. I am certain you will be a great success.

Love you always Alana

Congratulations! From graduation day and into your future, your life will be one of incredible accomplishments. You are a strong and capable young man. We are so PROUD of you and honored that you are our son.

We love you and support you, always!

Mom and Dad

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May 18, 2019

Marvin Claude Lauren Browning

Congratulations Lauren! Your diligence and dedication have paid off! We are honored to have witnessed your growth into adulthood. Your future is tremendously bright. We cannot wait to see the exceptional educator you become.

Continue to follow God's path, as well as your heart.

Love, Daddy, Mommy, & Erynne (yolo!!)

Nicole Kennedy

“Remember you are braver than you believe stronger than you seem smarter than you think and loved more than you know� congratulations love mom dad Mike and Matt

Congratulations Marvin!

We are so proud of you and we love you.

- Dad, Mom, and Jonathan

Zoe Bledsoe

Congratulations Zoe, our precious Hawk who has grown and developed into a vibrant independent young woman capable of greatness. Choose your passion and pursue it vigorously...

The entire family is so proud of you and we're looking forward your ongoing success. Love Dad, Mom, and Phoebe.

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Gabrielle Breazeale

Congratulation Gabby, we are so proud of you! Love Mom and Dad

May 18, 2019

Patrick Sullivan

Dear Patrick, Congratulations on your well deserved success! We are so proud of you and best of luck in your new profession!

With love today and always, Mom, Dad & Kevin

Briana Gallardo

Joely Helder

Congratulations to our beautiful and talented Baby girl Bea!! We are so proud of your accomplishments! We admire your leadership, passion, drive and commitment! So excited to see you move on to achieve your MBA! We love you and will forever be your #1 fans!

Mami, Papi, Govi and Sophie

Congratulations Joely! Keep all of the lessons you learned on and off the pitch close to your heart, and you will soar! You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.

We are so proud of you! We love you!

Love, Mom, Dad, McKenna

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Michael Ciancio

May your dreams take you to the corners of your handsome smile, to the highest of your hopes, to the windows of your opportunities. Celebrate your achievements.

Love the life you are in. You have made us prouder than we could ever imagine; love you lots Mom, Dad & Gabrielle

Kathryn Barry

Congratulations, Katie! We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom. Dad, Abby, Piper and Charlie

May 18, 2019

Erin Paccione

Congratulations Erin! We are so excited for you and filled with love! So happy to share in your graduation day. We are so proud off all your accomplishments!

With all our love, Mom and Dad

Nicole DiPietro

Nicole, No words can express how proud we are of you! You've worked so hard- we hope all your dreams come true. Believe in yourself as much as we believe in you! You will be unstoppable!

We love you little girl.

Mom and Dad

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Emily Anne Papiernik

Congratulations to Emily Anne Papiernik and the Graduating Class of 2019. We love you Emily and are very proud of your achievements. May God continue to bless you always. THWND Love from Mom, Dad, Hallie, Sandstorm and all your family

Bethlehem Admassu

As you may know, knowledge doesn’t have a limit; and we, as your parents, know very well that your potential is so high. So, Beti be courageous and keep on going.

We are so proud, and we love you.

Congratulations!

Mom & Dad

May 18, 2019

Anna Willocks

We are very proud of all your achievements made whilst being so far from home. Four years of hard work and commitment has paid off, both in the classroom and on the hockey field. We are so happy you are coming home to New Zealand.

Erin Breen

Congratulations, Erin Breen! We are proud of your achievements. Your kind and thoughtful way is a testament to your world view, grounded in acts of lifting up others especially those less fortunate than you. Much success in Belize. With love, admiration and joy for you, Mom, Katie, Owen

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Alexander Oleck Your years at SJU have proven you to be responsible, faithful, dedicated, determined and a true leader. We are proud of your accomplishments and unshakeable character. With these qualities, God’s blessing, and our continued love and support you are ready for life’s next big step. You are still da man!

Michael Detlet

May 18, 2019

Taylor Burke

Taylor Anne Burke, you truly are the best of people. And in the end, it was St. Joseph's that was lucky to have you. We are so proud of you.

Christopher Pendleton A paleontologist layed at the bottom of a canyonbed, where an ancient river once ran.

His eyes filled with the water from the torrents of antiquity.

Congratulations Michael!

We are so proud of you & all your accomplishments! So many great memories, experiences & opportunities during your time at SJU! We look forward to seeing what the future holds for you. We love you to the moon & back!

Love, Mom, Dad & Jordan

But the sun rises, to illuminate the red-gray sandstone.

He sees not the trials of tears, but the infinite prospect of dawn.

-Andrew

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Jenna Labes Jenna, We are so proud of your achievements that you have accomplished over the past four years at SJU. You're the most kind and caring daughter. We love you to the moon and back and we are so lucky to have you.

All our love, Mom, Dad, Jaclyn & Lily

Thomas Foglia IV

CONGRATULATIONS THOMAS!! We are ALL so very proud of you and your accomplishments while at SJU! You have been a Dean’s List student, and have surrounded yourself with amazing friends! Our wish is that you will continue to work hard, play hard and have more incredible adventures!

We love you!

May 18, 2019

Kali Pappas

Goosey Girl!

YOU DID IT! We are all so proud of you!

From your great internship experiences to your job with the Phillies, you continue to amaze us!

Love, Ba, Mom, Dale, and Yaya

Austin Norton

Congratulations Austin on your graduation from SJU with double majors in the Haub School of Business!

We are so proud of your accomplishments and always admire your hard work and determination. The sky's the limit for our Hawk!! With our love and best wishes, Mom, Dad, Connor, Ryan & Dylan

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-15

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-16

Jonathan DeMarco

Dear Johnny, Today, we celebrate your college graduation, which is a huge accomplishment. We pray to God to give you the ability to do many more great things in life.

Never stop learning and push yourself to stand out in your own unique way.

May 18, 2019

Annelise McBryan

congratulations ANNELISE #proudparents #skyisthelimit #hawkneverdies

We love you!

Mommy & Papa

Alyssa Ciccolo

Congratulations graduating Hawk!

You're a smart, caring, funny and beautiful young woman. Live Greater: keep that twinkle in your eye, stay true, question thoughtfully, keep learning and pause to reach a hand back to those less fortunate. Your future is wide open.

Enjoy the ride!

Love, Dad, Mom & Kate!

Rory Houston

Congratulations, Rory, on your B.S. degree from the Haub School of Business! We are so proud of your athletic and academic accomplishments.

"Run Like The Wind".

All Our Love, Mom, Dad, and Maura.

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Commencement A-17

May 18, 2019

Nicole Ashley Battaglia Jason D'Antonio Congratulations Nicole!!!

We are so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments!!!

We know you will soar with success in the real world!

Go set the world on fire!!

Love you lots, Mom and Dad XOXOXO

"The best way to predict your future is to create it." - Abraham Lincoln Congratulations on all of your successes at SJU. You continually amaze us with your drive and determination. Please know, wherever life takes you, our love will always be there with you.

- The Village

Rob Focht

Meghan MacDonald Congratulations, Meghan!

We are so proud and excited to be celebrating this special day with you. You've Rob, We are so proud of everything you’ve had a great accomplished and are anxiously run at SJU awaiting to see all the amazing things and we look forward to your that you will do. We love you with all next adventure. our hearts and can’t wait to see you go on to the next chapter of your life.

Love you!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Q Mom & Dad

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Commencement A-18

Jacqueline Barrett

Jackie Barrett, All the dreams we prayed you would be are all the things you are! We are so very proud of you!

Remember, "Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead" May you soar high and far!

We love you, Mom, Dad, Jennifer

Christopher Irving Christopher, We are so proud of you. Your Ability and Knowledge is growing by Leaps and Bounds. Your future is Bright! We can't wait to see how the next chapter of your life unfolds.

So happy to share in the excitement of your Graduation day.

Love, Mom, Dad & Ashley

May 18, 2019

Griffin McCormick

Congratulations Griffin!

Well done. We are all super proud of you.

Great things await.

THWND Love, Mom, Dad, Jack, Jaimie, Bridget, Katie, Kerry, Michael & Casey

CHRISTINA RIEDEL

Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all of your awesome accomplishments at SJU! Love always, Dad and Mom

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Commencement A-19

JOHN V. SCHEPIS

Ana Faguy

May 18, 2019

Congratulations Ana! We could not be more proud. Your hard work and dedication have paid off — but this is only the beginning.

Through your compassion, intellect and humor, our world is and will continue to be a better place.

With full and happy hearts we wait to see what you achieve next.

Love, Mom & Dad.

We are proud to share this important moment in your life. Congratulations!

Love, Mom, Dad, Justine, & Lee "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.” Benjamin Franklin “Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.” Albert Einstein

Madelena Michowski

Dearest Maddie, We could not be more proud of you. There is no doubt as you go forward with your open mind and heart and you will do great things!

We love you so much and will always be here for you.

Mom, Dad, Mia, and Max

Brooke-Linh Aquilino

Brooke-Linh, We are so very proud of all your hard work these last 4 years. We can’t wait to see what God has in store for you in this next chapter of your life.

We love the beautiful person you are.

We love you so very much.

Love, Daddy & Mommy

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-20

May 18, 2019

Jake Madeson

Rebecca Lee

SJU, the amazing friends and memories you made there, and the city of Philadelphia will be a part of you forever.

Commencement is the beginning and our Hawk is ready to soar!! Your family is beyond proud and loves you so much. #NYC #madmen #THWND #magis Mom, Dad and Daniel

Rebecca, The journey you are ending led you to such wonderful friends and a huge APEX family! Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think, and loved more than you’ll ever know. Congratulations, All our love Mom, Dad, Steven and Erin

Paige Santiago

Audra Musumeci

Paige, It's a good day for a Guinness!!

We are so very proud of you and all that you are.

Congratulations!!

If you want it, go get it!!!

Love, Mom and Dad

Audra, We are so proud of you! You are a true reflection of a strong and dedicated woman with a kind and considerate heart. Always maintain your beautiful spirit and uniqueness. Your journey is just beginning. Go out and make this world a better place.

Love and kisses, Mommy and AJ

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Fred Gladis

Commencement A-21

May 18, 2019

Kiera Mulhall

Kiera, You started off with a broken foot and quickly hit your stride with Ignite, APEX, You make us proud every day - your the Call Center, Florence work ethic, your sense of humor, and Magna Cum Laude! your kindness. Always a gentleman We are very proud!

"Oh the places you'll go..." on the pitch! We wish you all life's Congratulations Class of best! Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam 2019! con tanto amore, Love, Mom, Dad, Olivia, Jeff & Julianna Mom, Dad, Jenny, Kelly '15, THWND - MD15 Joey, Daria, John & William

Dominic Vivolo

Dominic, Seems like that big red envelope just arrived in the mail yesterday. Fast forward and here you are, a graduate of St. Joseph's University.

We hope you found the magis and that you will always be inspired to live greater. So proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad & Sophie

Melissa Carr

Congratulations Melissa!

Our hawk is ready to fly!

Melissa, we are so proud of you and all you have accomplished! Love, Mom & Dad

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Commencement A-22

Alexis Della Vecchia

May 18, 2019

Paige Santiago

Dear Paige, The Hawk is so grateful for the work you’ve put in this year. You were a Congratulations Alexis Della Vecchia!! great addition to the office environment We are so proud of you! Watching you this past year, as both a great editor and a friend. We will miss your graduate today brings us unbelievable presence in the office on Monday joy and happiness! Continue to reach for nights and at the copy desk making the stars, remember to always approach sure our articles are in tip-top shape. life with Faith, Courage, and Enthusiasm. Best of luck in your future endeavors!

We Love You, Dad, Mom, Kaitlin, Mommom, Aunt Anne and Uncle Don

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

Erin Breen

Dominique Joe

Dear Erin, Dear Dominique, From Copy Chief to News Editor in one Your insight and intelligence will be semester, thank you for all of the work missed so much next year. The you’ve put into The Hawk. Your Opinions section will miss your inquisitive nature has produced many hard-hitting articles and efforts to great stories, and your editing skills present diversified content. Your ideas have made them even stronger. We and input will continue to have a lasting are so excited for you to spend the impact on The Hawk. We are so next two years working on the excited to see what your future holds!

Guatemalan border through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps!

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

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Commencement A-23

May 18, 2019

Congratulations to the Class of 2019 English Majors!

Brittany Baronski Megan Bevilacqua Claudia Carollo Megan Croley Patricia Darcy Erin Denenberg Regina DeRosa Robert Focht Brianna Genello Emily Herbein Shawn Hutchison Michael Iovanne Joanne Jao Dominique Joe Michael Kokias

Alyssa LaMont Thomas Lane Jennifer Nessel Christopher Pendleton Kiana Porter Robert Roy Meghan Sack Page Santiago Samantha Santomauro Corinne Sinesi Brittany Swift Elana Valentin Alexis Wilson Dylan Wolf Rachel Zablocki

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Commencement A-24

Your next chapter with Saint Joseph’s starts here.

Congratulations to all 2019 graduates and welcome to the Alumni Association! Keep in touch and we’ll make sure we do the same.

alumni.sju.edu | alumni@sju.edu

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-25

May 18, 2019

Andrew Smolij Congratulations, Andrew! We are so proud of you!

As you move on in life, always remember: Believe In Yourself Follow Your Heart Pursue Your Dreams Love, Mom, Dad and Nick

Senate Seniors

Thank you to Jill Bateman, Rachel Cox, Jason D’Antonio, Mike Efstration, Elaine Estes, Hannah Fitzpatrick, Rob Focht, Meg Kloss, Julian Lutz, Jeff Maziarz, Hanna Neece, and Alim Young for all of your service! We will miss you all!

Love, The 18th University Student Senate

Commencement A-26

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May 18, 2019

Olivia Adams Our dearest Olivia, Behind you, all your memories. Before you, all your dreams, Around you, all who love you.

Within you, all you need.

We are so very proud of you this day and every day!

We love you so much, Dad, Mom. Samuel, Annalise, Claudia and Julia XO

Alyssa Lamont CONGRATULATIONS ALYSSA!

Captain, SJU Women’s Rugby President, Sigma Tau Delta Magna Cum Laude

Alyssa, we are so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments at SJU! We’ve watched in amazement as you have grown into the person you are today and we’re watching with great anticipation to see who you become. With your talent and determination, the sky is the limit! Keep reaching for the stars! All Our Love, Dad, Mom, Jessica & Jackson.

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Commencement A-27

May 18, 2019

Connect with your classmates.

Soar to the Shore Saturday, June 22, 2019 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

La Costa, Sea Isle City

Moving to a new city?

Let us know! Regional chapters offer a way to connect with other Hawks in your area.

Reunion Saturday, September 21, 2019 You won’t want to miss our 4th annual young alumni beer garden. Hang with your classmates, friends and other Hawks.

Offer advice.

Sign up to be an alumni advisor.

Recruit future Hawks Cover a college fair.

To get involved with any of these opportunites, reach out at alumni@sju.edu.

Follow Us: Facebook.com/SJUAlumni

Commencement A-28

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May 18, 2019

Congratulations Class of 2019 L I V E G R E AT E R

Graduation opens many doors. Where will yours lead?

Earning a masters degree from Saint Joseph’s is one of the best decisions you can make. Many of our graduate programs offer the option to enroll full-time or part-time, online, on campus or both — allowing you to earn your degree in a time frame that best meets your needs.

To learn more, please stop by the Graduate Business office in MV 280 or contact our admissions manager at 610-660-1690 or gradbusiness@sju.edu.

Our portfolio of top-ranked programs includes: •

Executive MBA

•

Food Marketing MBA/MS

•

MBA

•

Master of Science in Business Intelligence & Analytics

•

Masters of Science in Financew

•

Master of Science in Marketing

•

Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management

•

Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA

HAUB

School of Business

sju.edu/gradhaub

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May 18, 2019

Donald Morris

Donald, we have a lot to CELEBRATE!

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Watching your growth and achievements is beyond exciting.

You always surpass our expectations and we couldn’t be more proud.

You’ve grown into an outstanding young man. Your kindness, compassion and love for life are evident. May your graduation be the beginning of a lifetime of love, success and happiness.

Never forget that we love you more than you could ever imagine.

Love, Mom and Dad

John Burns Congratulations Jack!

We are so proud of your accomplishments at SJU! Love always, Mom, Dad, Jeanne, Kelsey, Reilly McKenna, Keegan, and Bella For the gate is narrow, and the way is hard that leads for life, and those who find it are few. May you find much happiness always and forever in your years ahead!

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Commencement A-30

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-31

May 18, 2019

The SJU Writing Center congratulates its graduating staff members, who have given so generously of their talents.

Megan Bevilacqua Emily Bogansky Erin Breen Valerie Casola Gina DeRosa Paul Goertel Dominique Joe Michael Kokias Julian Lutz Deanna Martin Fiona McKee Hanna Neece Chris Pendleton Robert Roy Paige Santiago Allison Sene Brittany Swift Rose Weldon Shyheim Williams

So long!

Don't forget to write!

The Hawk Newspaper

May 18, 2019

Commencement A-32

Class of 1950 Award Recipients (Top graduating student-athletes) RORY HOUSTON, Men’s Track ANNA WILLOCKS, Field Hockey

Saint Joseph’s Athletics Congratulates the Graduating Student-Athletes in the Class of 2019 Baseball Charlie Concannon Jake Meyers Brendan Roach Lucas Rollins Men’s Basketball Chris Clover Lamarr Kimble Markell Lodge Mike Muggeo Pierfrancesco Oliva Women’s Basketball Kristalyn Baisden Michala Clay Alyssa Monaghan * Whisper Fisher Men’s Cross Country/Track & Field Justin Branco Jack Daly Dylan Eddinger * Tommy Higley Rory Houston * Shawn Hutchison Markell Lodge * Sean Macpherson Matthew Mullin-Garcia John Podles Sean Princivalle Will Sponaugle * Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field Nathaniela Bourdeau Elizabeth Del Rio Julia Donahue Elaine Estes Britton Gagliardi Lucy Harmon Kelly Liebl Erin McGuire Bridget McNierney Lindsey Oremus Sara Rankin

Women’s Soccer Grace Bendon * Paige Bergman * Michaela Finneyfrock * Dakota Mills * Hannah Racis Taylor Ryan Jessica Volm

Field Hockey Joely Helder ! * Monica Tice ! * Anna Willocks ! * ^ Golf Chuck Briggs Ross Pilliod

Softball Taryn Grober Amanda Kulp * Stacey Mayer Ashley Ventura

Men’s Lacrosse Zach Hare Thomas LaRose Thomas Tarleton Women’s Lacrosse Ally Beck Sinead Brierley * Francesco Donato # * Rebecca Lane Hayley Sabol Men’s Rowing Justin Aikens Joshua Bostrom Nick Colasuonno Jack Darling Mike Geoghegan James Hammerstedt Riley McGwin Joseph Sullivan Women’s Rowing Jess Crosby Fiona Devine Cassie Francis Samantha Haines Caitlin Kennedy Reece Long Fiona McKee Anne Monte Brianna Stone Olivia Sullivan

Men's Tennis Andre Fick Alexander Schneider Tim Stierle Dan Tan Women’s Tennis Isis Gill-Reid Laura Gomez Awards ! Member of Atlantic 10 Champion Team ^ All-American # League Player of the Year * All-League honoree in 2018-19 (Atlantic 10, Big 5, ECAC, IC4A, NEC, Soccer Six)

(List includes honors awarded prior to May 8)

Men’s Soccer Ryan Beebe Kyle Lochbihler Derek MacKinnon Eddie McCusker Kyle Millar Lou Vilotti

The Hawk Will Never Die!

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Commencement A-33

May 18, 2019

Carlee Harbright

Congratulations Carlee Harbright!

May we live forever and may you, our dear daughter, live forever and one day, because we cannot imagine living in this world one day without you.

Be proud of yourself, dream big, love others and make the world a better place.

We are so proud of all you have accomplished in these past four years. You are Amazing!

We love you!

Mom and Dad

Nickolas Lisowski

Congratulations Nick!! We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments these last four years at St. Joes. You are incredible and can do anything you set your mind to. We look forward to all the wonderful and exciting things that are to come. Remember that we love you very much and will always be here cheering you on!

Love, Dad, Annie, Grandma, Danny, Jack, Sophie and Tucker

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-34

May 18, 2019

Maximilian Steck Maximilian Remo Steck, founding member of Alpha Kappa Psi, Chi Chapter, graduate of the 2019 class, The Haub School of Business. Congratulations to you for your many accomplishments these past four years! The sky is limitless and soar to the highest heights possible!

Julia Salerno Congratulations on graduating with Honors! We have been blessed to help you grow into a confident & caring young woman. Saturday, May 18, 2019 will be one of the best days of our lives. We know that you are truly ready to take on what lies ahead. ALWAYS know that you will forever be in our minds & our hearts. Thank you for bringing joy into our lives.

WE LOVE YOU!

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Commencement A-35

May 18, 2019

Saint Joseph’s University Erivan K. Haub School of Business

Congratulations to the Haub School of Business Graduates!

Treasure this moment of success.

Embrace the journey ahead.

Dean Joseph Diangelo and the faculty and staff of the Haub School of Business

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Congratulations to the

College of Arts and Sciences graduates!

As the intellectual heart of the Jesuit education at Saint Joseph’s University, the College of Arts and Sciences invites students into a community of life-long learners who lead by example, living purposefully for the greater glory of God in service with and for others. To this end, we expand minds, advance knowledge, nurture humane values, and inspire imaginations.

With a Jesuit education rooted in the liberal arts, you have been prepared to think critically, make ethical decisions, pursue social justice, and find God in all things.

Dean Shaily Menon and the faculty and staff of the College of Arts and Sciences

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-37

May 18, 2019

Erin Morrissey

Oh, the places you've been, Can't wait to see where you'll go!

Congratulations Erin!

We are so proud of you and wish you a lifetime of adventures

Elise Brutschea We are proud of you and all of your accomplishments at SJU. It's time for you to fly the nest.

Love, Mom, Dad, Helena, Gregory, and Coco You amaze me everyday. I am proud of all you have done at SJU- Harvard is next. Crimson is good on you.

Your hawk mate.

I am proud of you and am excited to see you succeed in your future.

Love, Momma

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-38

May 18, 2019

Brian Markewicz Brian, congratulations on your graduation and all that you have accomplished.

We are so proud of you.

We love you today and fourever and wish you success and happiness in all you do.

Mom, Dad, Matthew and Babus

Dominique Joe

Witnessing and celebrating your milestones has been nothing short of wondrous. Your first words. Your first day of school. And now your graduation from college. It’s been our joy to watch you grow and achieve so much these past four years. Hope you know how proud we are and how much we love you.

Congratulations! Well Done!

Love always, Mom, Dad and Danielle

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Commencement A-39

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-40

May 18, 2019

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2019!

Are you ready to TAKE THE NEXT STEP? Consider a Villanova GRADUATE degree!

A graduate degree from Villanova will fuel your passion and jumpstart your professional or academic career!

We offer a highly competitive tuition rate and generous scholarship and assistantship opportunities.

Most programs are still accepting applications for Fall 2019 enrollment.

Visit GRADARTSCI.VILLANOVA.EDU to learn more about our cutting-edge graduate programs in: Applied Statistics (MS)

English (MA)

Political Science (MA)

Biology (MS or MA)

Environmental Science (MS)

Psychology (MS)

Chemistry (MS)

Gender and Women’s Studies!

Public Administration* (MPA)

Informatics* !

Classical Studies* (MA)

Health

Communication* (MA)

History (MA)

Computer Science (MS)

Human Resource Development* (MS)

Counseling (MS)

Liberal Studies (MA)

Education (MA, MA Plus Teacher Certification)

Software Engineering (MS) Theatre (MA) Theology (MA, MTS, PhD)

Mathematics (MA) Philosophy (PhD only)

* Online options

! Certificate only

YOUR PASSION. YOUR FUTURE. GRADARTSCI.VILLANOVA.EDU

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Commencement A-41

May 18, 2019

Marina Maida Congratulations Marina SJU Class of 2019 Never stop following your dreams.

We are so very proud of you!

Love Mom, Gram and Pop

Maggie Grimes Dear Maggie, We are so happy and incredibly proud of you.

You have made an investment in yourself that will pay huge dividends.

Always rememember, Success is not the key to happiness, Happiness is the key to success!

Now go follow your dreams!

ALL OUR LOVE, Dad and Mom

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-42

May 18, 2019

Stephanie Mignogna Congratulations on four excellent years at SJU (including one semester in South Africa).

We are proud of all of your accomplishments and awards, and how you have served the SJU community. You are a better person, and SJU is a better place.

Love always, Dad, Mom, Alexis and the rest of the family!

Spencer Russo

Congratulations Spencer!

Seems like yesterday was move-in day, freshman year. We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished at SJU. Our hearts are full.

We love you and wish you happiness in all that you do.

Love, Mom and Dad #LiveGreater

Commencement A-43

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May 18, 2019

Sydney Villard When your daughter is born you have many dreams and expectations of the person they’ll grow up to be. We’re grateful for the beautiful independent young woman you’ve become. We're proud of your determination for overcoming personal obstacles and staying the course to accomplish this milestone.

We hope you feel the love and pride. can’t wait to see where life takes you next!

Congratulations, Love, Mom and Dad

Matthew McCracken Congratulations Matthew!

We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what comes next!

All our love, Mom, Dad, Mammie, Mom Mom, Kate, John, Michael, Robbie, Emily, Mike, Maeve, Merry, Remy, Gunner and Buster!

Commencement A-44

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May 18, 2019

Danielle Tierce “Bella our girl”,Cheers to 4 amazing years at SJU! You crushed it! We are beyond proud of all you have done in these quick 4 years! We have no doubt you will continue to do great things in the future! Always be you and the Magic will continue. It truly takes a Village, and we love being your Village people!

Love you, Skip, Lynnie, Mike, AJ, Nick, Marley & Ziggy

Tara McBride

CONGRATULATIONS, TARA!

We are so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments! We wish you much happiness as you begin your career with KPMG. Your future is bright, and we know that you will achieve all that you set your mind to.

"You are my Sunshine!"

We love you very much, Mom and Dad

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-45

May 18, 2019

Gabriela Proietti Katherine Devlin Gabriela you have made us proud since you were born!

Keep shining.

Mom and Dad oxoxo

Congratulations to our our third SJU Graduate for a successful academic and athletic tenure on Hawk Hill! Continue to "Live Greater!"

May God Bless You, The Devlin Family

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-46

May 18, 2019

CLASS OF

2019 Michael & Theanna From Pre-school to College Graduation!!

Congratulations on all of your accomplishments!

With Love, Your Βig Fat Greek Families

Συγχαρητήρια και εις ανώτερα!!

Alexandra Conlon

Your entire life you have made us proud. The four years you have spent at Saint Joseph's have further molded you into the kind, compassionate young lady you are today. Continue to change lives and make the world a better place.

Congratulations, you are one step closer to your dreams!

We love you endlessly & unconditionally.

Mom & Dad

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-47

Ruoting Huang

May 18, 2019

Congratulations Jessie!

Carissa Scott “My wish for you is that this life becomes all that you want it to. Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small and that you never need to carry more than you can hold.�

-Rascal Flatts Congratulations Carissa! We love you and we look forward to watching where your life may lead you. Xoxo Love you, Mom, Dan, William, and Paxton <3

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Commencement A-48

May 18, 2019

Dear Shane, We are so proud of your accomplishments! Congratulations to our favorite Hawk! Love Dad, Jamie, Avery, and Jane

Ruoting Huang

Congratulations Jessie!

Class of 2019 The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-49

Wishing you a joyful commencement weekend and great success in your future.

May 18, 2019

Congratulations, Class of 2019

– 2019 Commencement Committee

Wishing T you joyful Ha W ND commencement weekend and great success in your future.

– 2019 Commencement Committee

THWND

Congratulations, graduating art majors and minors!

Kristen Lian, Olivia Heisterkamp, Julia Donahue, Victoria Ring, Alexis Yurgin, Gianna Hofmann, Paige Santiago, Corinne Sinesi, Isabella Carpenter, Sarah Muche, Kellie O’Brien, Elizabeth DiFilippo, Meghan Sack, Aedan Accardi, Rachael Ledbetter, Ashley Ventura, Joseph Quinlan, Julia Gray, Anna Smollen, Angela Barone, Caitlin Bonner, Evan Buchanan, Julissa Chaidez, Rick DeBiasi, Brittany Hartwell-Miller, Gianna Hofmann, Michael Iovanne, Amanda Kulp, Magdelena Michowski, Andrew Moore, Allison Sene, Sophie Tallarida The SJU Art Department https://sites.sju.edu/art/ Instagram: @sjugallery

Commencement A-50

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THE SOCIOLOGY DEPARTMENT CONGRATULATES THE GRADUATING SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE SENIORS Emily Aiken

Mary Mackie

Grace Bendon

Jared Martinez

Caroline Ciarlone

James Mitchell

Kendra Crawford

Emily Moore

Rick DeBiasi

Tatiana Pushkarewicz

Julianna Hankinson

Stephanie Sickinger

Collin Johnson

Andrew Smolij

Alyssa Kayati

Brianna Stone

John Kazmac

Joshua Van Wart

Deanna Last

Daja Walker

CLASS of 2019 Best wishes for a successful future

Congratulations to the class of 2019!

Thank you and congratulations to our library student workers:

Elizabeth Angelucci Julia Donahue Michael McAllister James Mitchell Nicole Wells

May 18, 2019

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Commencement A-51

May 18, 2019

Gianna Day Ordini

Dear Gianna Day Ordini, FROM CRAYONS TO PERFUME...

You have grown into a beautiful woman. Inside and Out. You are Amazing. And we are truly Blessed.

You are an intelligent, funny, beautiful, brave and loving soul.

We are SO proud of you. You made a difference!

You always do.

You became President of Greek Council, Board of Dance Marathon as Assistant Marketing Director, Deans List and much more.

CONGRATULATIONS on your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree.

We Love You, Mom, Jay Jay, Grandmom And the Whole Family

The Hawk Newspaper

Commencement A-52

Dante Gambino To Our Dante, As you move onto your next phase in your journey, may you continue to grow and enjoy every step. Keep working hard and dreaming big!! We are your biggest fans and wish you nothing but the best!!

Congratulations!!

We Love You Tons, Mom, Dad, Gabrielle and Jolie

Jacob S. Koury Great job! We could not be more proud of you and your achievements!

Embrace the infinite possibilities that await, keep your dreams alive, and never lose faith. We are excited to see how you share your kindness and talents with the world.

Always stay true to yourself, appreciate your blessings, and remember that you are loved beyond measure and supported unconditionally.

Congratulations, with all our love.

May 18, 2019

Commencement A-53

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May 18, 2019

Zachary Sireci Zachary Sireci- your academic achievement is just a beginning to your success in the pathway of your career. Your hard work and studying skills, finalized with a Capstone, have provided you the experience of success in higher education. With pride and joy we are extremely happy to watch you celebrate your accomplishment as you receive your college degree!

Love, Mom, Dad, & Joseph

Psychology Graduating Seniors May 2019

Kristalyn Baisden Angela Barone Brianna Candelori Abigail Carlino Lauren Connaughton Lauren Critelli Julia Davis Alison Denk Ethan Dias Sara Froehlke Mackenzie Gillen Peter Gombos

Emma Heaps Brittany Keim Catharine Kern Amanda Kulp Rebecca Lane Gabrielle Laquis Alexandra Lynch Amelia Martinie Jacob Meyers Stephanie Mignogna Robert Noonan

Caitlin O'Connor Margaret O'Day Victoria Piperata Robert Roy Kaitlin Ryan Allison Sene Claire Sweeney Ashley Ventura Anna Willocks Tyler Yucha

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Warmest congratulations from the Department of Philosophy to our 2019 graduating majors: Brian Critelli Julia Donahue Michael Farrell Robert Focht CoraAnn Foley Shawn Hutchinson Connor Waite â&#x20AC;&#x153;A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.â&#x20AC;? ~ Confucius

Bridging the Gap

Thank you Alim Young, Rachel Cox, Lauren Browning, and Ryan Chang for your hard work and dedication. We appreciate all that you have done to sustain and grow Bridging The Gap. We will miss you!

Best Regards, Bridging The Gap Executive Board 2019-2020

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Alexandra Rose Marcantonio

ALEXANDRA, IN OUR EYES, THERE IS NO ONE THAT CAN EQUAL YOUR BEAUTY. NO WORDS THAT CAN DESCRIBE HOW MUCH YOU MEAN TO US. NOTHING THAT CAN LESSEN OUR LOVE FOR YOU, AS YOU HAVE IT NOW AND FOR ALL ETERNITY. BEHIND YOU, ALL YOUR MEMORIES. BEFORE YOU, ALL YOUR DREAMS. AROUND YOU, ALL WHO LOVE YOU. WITHIN YOU, ALL YOU NEED. WE KNOW HOW HARD YOU WORKED FOR THIS GRADUATION DAY. WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! CONGRATULATIONS, GOD BLESS YOU AND MUCH SUCCESS ALWAYS! LOVE, MOM & DAD

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Congratulations to our graduating Medieval, Renaissance and Reformation Studies Minors: '! fortitudinc pr;effu ntior.

Eloquentia medieual, renaissance and reformation studies

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Phi Sigma Pi

Brittany Baronski Jacqui Gibson Alyssa LaMont Chris Pendleton Sam Santomauro

Thank you for inspiring us to be the best leaders we can be. We will miss you.

Looking forward to great things ahead!

Sending you love from Zeta Iota.

The Latin American & Latinx Studies (LALS) Program proudly congratulates the following seniors for successfully earning our minor and for their many accomplishments in studying, volunteering, and conducting research in Latin American and U.S. Latinx communities!

Angela Alcamo – Accounting Elaine Estes – Education and Spanish Jason D'Antonio – Political Science Emily Moore – Sociology Johanna Neece – Political Science Casey Stencil – International Relations Chelsea Stone – International Relations and Spanish Emily Waystack – Interdisciplinary Health Services Morgan Williams – International Relations For more information on the Latin American & Latinx Studies Program, visit us on Twitter @LALS_SJU or contact the members of our Advisory Board below!

Dr. Keith Brown, Sociology Fr. Peter Clark, Medical Ethics Dr. Richard Gioioso, Political Science (Director) Dr. Heather Hennes, Spanish Fr. Daniel Joyce, Office of Mission Dr. John Neiva, Management Dr. Konstantinos Nikoloutsos, Classics Dr. Cristian Pardo, Economics Dr. Elaine Shenk, Spanish and Linguistics Dr. Enrique Téllez-Espiga, Spanish Dr. Richard Warren, History

Congrats to our graduating seniors!

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Congrats, Jake Milligan!

From day one at SJU to today, you have done your best.

We are proud of you.

Remember, have fun with it.

May 18, 2019

Hannah Lobley Congratulations, Hannah Grace!

What an incredible journey it has been! We are so proud of you! Go forth and set the world on fire! THWND Love, Mom, Dad and Cameron

Love, Your Whole Family

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Jake Freedman Brinn,

We're so proud of all your accomplishments these past four years.

Continue reaching for your dreams and find much happiness along the way!

Love, Mom, Dad, Alan and Maddy

Dante Benincasa Congratulations Dante, an amazing son with true dedication, determination and desire to fulfill all your dreams.

We are so proud of you.

Love, Mom, Dad and Luca

Alexander Wolodkowicz Alex...

Congratulations on your graduation, Jake!

We are so proud of you and your accomplishments over the past four years. The future is yours!

We love you!

Mom, Dad and Alec

Tyler Yucha "â&#x20AC;Ś you have unlimited power. You have the ability to move mountains. You can bend rivers..."

-Bob Ross We are SO proud of you, Tyler - Congratulations!

Brian Gilbert, Jr. Dear Dad,

You are an amazing man with so many special qualities. Follow your dreams and chose the path that brings you happiness!

We are so proud of you! It is going to be a Whole New World! So dang much!

Love, Mom, Dad, Nick, Olivia & Buddy

Love Always xoxo, Kelly and Joey

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Paula Borlando Paula Borlando, Congratulations on your Graduation! We are very proud of your accomplishments.

God bless you today and always .

Mom, Dad, Maggie, and Victoria

Alexander Wolodkowicz Congratulations on a successful four years!

Alex, you are always in our prayers for the Lord's guidance in all your decisions.

We love you.

Grandma and Grandpa

Joshua Affainie Josh, May God, who has seen you through college, give you the confidence and wisdom to make the right decisions and choices for your professional life.

Congratulations!

Love, Affainie Family

Christina Gareis Congratulations Christina!

We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments.

Keep following your dreams.

Love Mom, Dad and Natasha Gareis.

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Laura Gibison From Pope Francis to Appalachia, Madrid to El Salvador and everything in between, these four years have been an adventure and a blessing.

Congratulations!

Love, Mom, Dad and Sarah

Sara Wieduwilt Congratulations Sara!

A job well done. We are very proud of all your accomplishments. You have such an exciting future ahead.

Love You! Mom, Dad, Emma, Clare & Zeke

Elizabeth Angelucci WOW, ELIZABETH...

SUMMA CUM LAUDE!!

JUST WOW!!

We are proud beyond words of all your hard work and dedication!

GO LIZZY, RAISE THE ROOF!! CAN I GET A WHOOP WHOOP!!

David Yingling Congratulations David!

You made it— we are so proud of the man you’ve become.

Can’t wait to see what the future holds!

Love, Mom, Dad, Bridget & Carlita

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Andre Fick

She believed she could, so she did...

Congratulations 2019 SJU Graduate,

We are extremely proud of you, Jordan!

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re So Proud of You, Andre!

Love you so much, Mom, Dad, Jake, Julia & Elliott

"There is no way around the hard work; EMBRACE IT." -Roger Federer

Cailyn Charlesworth

Kathleen Malley

Our hearts are bursting, we are so proud of you!

Your future starts now!

Soar as high as you can. #thwnd

"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."

-Francis of Assisi

Love, Dad, Mom, Gary Jr.

With love and pride to our Hawk, Mom and Dad

Matthew Ackerman

Connor Quealy

Matthew,

Congratulations, Connor!

We are so proud of the man you have become.

We know you will continue on a path of greatness in your life.

2019 Graduate in Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

We are very proud of you.

Love You,

Love,

Mom and Dad.

Dad, Mom, and Kyle

Ryan Hurley We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments!

Go Hawks!! We love you!!

Love, Mom, Mike, Erin, Matt, Julianne, Grandmom, Grandpop, Aunt Kathy and Courtney

Morgan Williams Congratulations, Morgan!

We are so proud of you! 'THWND' Love, Mommy, Daddy, & Mackenzie

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Griffin Pierce Congratulations Griff, for a great school year & great season of SJU Hockey!

Mom, Dad, Ry, Coll, Kyle & Dec

Amanda Karlovic

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Lindsey Oremus Congratulations, Lindsey.

Love you more than life. So proud of the woman you are: Athlete, Mentor, Coach, EMT, Babysitter, Animal Lover, Friend, & mostly DAUGHTER. -Mom

Ashley Covely

Congratulations on all you have achieved! We are so proud of you!

Congratulations on completing your Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Business.

Remember Pearl, the world is your oyster!

Dad and I are so proud of your accomplishments.

Wishing you the best of luck for an exciting future!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Gigi!

We love you!

Brian Butler Congratulations Brian!

Keep being you and never change.

And our very best to the rest of the bottom feeder bullies!

Love, Dad, Mom and Sean

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Dear Ana,

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Addie Guyer

May 18, 2019

Dear Addie,

Five semesters as Editor in Chief and We are so grateful for all you’ve done 87 issues later, the time and energy for The Hawk in the past three years. you’ve put into The Hawk is Without your hard work, no one unparalleled. Your leadership has made would see the product we put out. We The Hawk a news source that the will miss your thoughtfulness and campus community can rely on. You’ve efficiency in distributing the paper set high standards that we will uphold in every Wednesday. We can’t wait to the coming semesters while you are out see what your future holds! on your next great endeavor.

Thank you for being our favorite boss.

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

Annie Clark

Kelly Smith

Dear Annie,

Dear Kelly,

Editorial, or “glee club” as you call it, Our “Hawk Talk” wall will be bare will not be the same without you. We without your funny and unexpected will miss your thoughtful questions comments during the late production and ability to take all of our words and nights. The Hawk will miss your turn them into one cohesive write-up. creative energy and vision for our We are so excited for you to complete design. We appreciate all you have a year of service with Good Shepherd done for the design of the newspaper Shelter in Los Angeles! and can’t wait to see where your skills take you in the future!

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

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Will Blair

Congratulations Will!

Well done. We are so proud of you. Best of luck in your future endeavors. We love you very much.

Cassie, Mauria, Mom and Dad #carpediem

Zachary Dale Nelson

Congratulations, Zach on this awesome achievement!

Your graduation from SJU is the culmination of a journey and testament to your intelligence and hard work. Our hearts are bursting with pride! Go out and do great things and live life to the fullest!!

All Our Love, your biggest fans, Mom, Dad, Gram, Mark, Kathy, Ben, Tyler, Chris and Eric XOXO

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Brittany Swift

May 18, 2019

“ Study the Past I f You Would D esign the Future” —Confucius

The Department of History wishes the best of luck to our graduating majors as they design their futures!

Dear Brittany, Congratulations! Thank you for your time spent on The Hawk. We have missed your thoughtful contributions to the Opinions section. We know your intelligence and writing skills will help you succeed in your future endeavors.

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

Sam Henry

T he Class of 2019 H istory M ajors Jacqueline Gibson Sarah Knapp Kathleen Malley Edward McCusker Ryan Way

Rose Weldon

Dear Sam, Thank you so much on all you have contributed to The Hawk.

Your impact on the News section and the newspaper as a whole is sure to last. Wishing you success in all you do in the future.

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

Dear Rose, We appreciate all you have done for The Hawk over the years, from Lifestyle to Copy. Your creativity and writing skills are sure to take you far!

Good luck in your post-grad pursuits.

Sincerely, The Hawk Staff

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The Hawk News Abroad Our reporters will be in South Africa this summer writing stories about the country 25 years after the end of apartheid.

Follow our reporting on social media

@sjuhawknews and our website sjuhawknews.com

“EDUCATION IS THE KEY TO UNLOCKING THE WORLD, A PASSPORT TO FREEDOM.” Oprah Winfrey

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Talk like a Hawk ALEX HARGRAVE ’20 Lifestyle Editor

Welcome to your own personal St. Joe’s dictionary. In four years, you’ve heard countless terms thrown around that only a Hawk Hill native would be able to interpret.

We’ve decided to compile these common sayings for you here so you can look back if you ever forget what it was like to talk like a hawk.

Hawk Wrap noun

There is nowhere in the world where you can get a Hawk Wrap other than at St. Joe’s. Students can choose between spicy, regular and sometimes grilled chicken paired with toppings and sauces of their choice, all wrapped in a flour tortilla. Let’s be real; if you don’t get hawk sauce, you aren’t doing it right. Hawk sauce is the essence of a Hawk Wrap, and it cannot be replicated by anyone but those who work in DB or Campion. At almost 2,000 calories, they are not a meal you should have everyday, but sometimes, they are too good to pass up.

My stomach is bothering me. It must be that double Hawk Wrap I had for lunch.

DB noun

Situated in the basement of Campion Student Center, next to Campion Dining Hall, is a place fondly known by students as DB. It’s formal name is Campion Food Court, but that’s fallen to the wayside. Outsiders hear these initials and wonder what they mean, but Hawks know that it means Hawk Wraps, Grille Works and York Street Market (formerly Subway, R.I.P.). With a meal plan, students are granted a certain amount of money to spend here as well as a few other places on campus. If you’re in DB, you can probably find something you like, and it’s easy to take on the run.

Student 1: I’m hungry, but I don’t have time to go to Campion.

Student 2: Let’s hit DB!

Comfy Chair Village noun

Everyone knows that the library has different areas that serve different purposes. First floor new side is completely different from the cubicles on second floor old side. Comfy Chair Village is located on the second floor of Post Learning Commons right after you cross the bridge from the old side. Across from the double screens sits an array of couches and chairs along with a few rolling tables for the lucky ones who can snag them. This area of the library is perfect for meeting up with friends and doing a little bit of homework—emphasis on a little.

I don’t have too much homework to do, and I need to tell you about last night; meet me in Comfy Chair Village!

The Perch noun

Venue for countless events on campus, from Taste of the World, to a Jesse McCartney concert, to Super Bowl parties. It’s also a hangout for students, though not many people take advantage of the couches, televisions, pool tables, ping pong tables and free soda. Fun fact: it used to be the site of the book store.

I’m headed to The Perch for some free finger food.

Iggy and Swoop noun

You may or may not know this, but St. Joe’s has two hawks of its own that are spotted from time to time, and their names are Iggy and Swoop. They are two authentic hawks that give us the right to call our campus Hawk Hill.

Look up at Barbelin Tower, it’s Iggy and Swoop!

Lanc noun

Until the 2018-19 school year, sophomores had the option to live in a residence called Lancaster Courts, located what feels like a million miles down City Avenue. Sitting a block farther from campus than Pennbrook Hall, Lanc residents were burdened with a long commute to class whether they walked or took the shuttle. No longer available to students as they are now leased as real apartments, those who had the chance to live there speak of it as if it is dead, and usually fondly.

Sophomore: Where did you live your sophomore year?

Senior: Back in my day, I lived in Lanc, R.I.P.

P.O.D. noun

If students don’t have a car or simply don’t have the desire to go to the grocery store, there is a resource on campus that satisfies most of the their needs: P.O.D., which stands for “provisions on demand.” The name in longform pretty much sums up its purpose; the store supplies snacks and basic grocery items. The best part is that students can use their DB money to buy what they need. The downside to this place is that although it claims there are provisions on demand, they are only on demand until 11 p.m. on weeknights, which let’s face it, sometimes doesn’t cut it.

Even worse, you can’t get in there on Saturdays and Sundays until 4 p.m. Other than that, it’s relatively convenient in a pinch.

I’m going to run to the P.O.D. to get some Easy Mac to heat up in my dorm.

The Fish Bowl noun

Campion Dining Hall has two sections—the main section which does not bear a name, and the Fish Bowl. Why is it called that? Maybe because students walking into the building can see those lucky enough to be sitting there through the windows (or, on the flip side, people in there can watch what’s going on on the outside). It’s quiet, so it works for students looking to grab a bite and study at the same time. It’s also easy to identify, so it works if you’re meeting up with someone. However, people tend to either sit there all the time or refuse to sit in there, so it can be quite controversial when it comes to Campion seating.

Text everyone and tell them we’re meeting in the Fish Bowl.

Free Period noun

Every Tuesday and Thursday, the world seems to stop from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. It’s a time when you can’t find a single St. Joe’s student in class because of Free Period. It’s the time when you can’t make it into Campion thanks to all of the clubs and organizations that set up tables with baked goods and information outside of it, and if you can make it in, there isn’t an empty seat in the house. You can always bet on there being an event, lecture or club meeting during this time since there aren’t many excuses for people not to attend, other than a competing event, lecture or club meeting.

Come to our first meeting of the semester in Merion 150 on Thursday during Free Period. Pizza will be provided!

Mocking noun

When that random 60 degree day in February finally rolls around, you can almost guarantee there will be at least one student ’mocking out on Villiger lawn. It’s not a term exclusive to St. Joe’s, but it’s one that is dropped on campus a lot as simply a shorter way of saying “hammocking.” A ’mocking expert knows that the perfect spot to set up the mock for the day is next to the chapel between two of the three trees that form a triangle. It’s the perfect spot to lounge and do some studying or hangout with friends.

If you need me, I’ll be ’mocking on Villiger lawn all afternoon.

Appalachian-ship noun

If you’re one of the almost 500 students that make the trek to the Appalachian region each spring break for APEX, you’ve heard of the term “appalachian-ship.” It refers to the close-knit relationships formed between people at their respective APEX sites, whether they be romantic or platonic. They are the relationships that continue when everyone takes off their flannels and returns to campus to move on with their lives. Aside from engaging in service for a week, they are what draw people to the trip year after year.

John and I are in an appalachian-ship.

Hawks Landing noun

Everyone has had to park in Hawk’s Landing at one time or another, whether it be during a campus tour, orientation or an unfortunate day when there is not one other parking spot available on the whole campus. On those unfortunate days when you don’t make it to campus until the early afternoon, chances are you’ll drive around each parking lot twice until you accept your fate of parking in Hawk’s Landing and in turn, have to walk across campus to class, muttering under your breath about how far you had to park from your class.

I had to park on the fourth level of Hawk’s Landing and then sprint to make it to my class in Merion on time. I’m having the worst day.

Red Shirt noun

The term “Red Shirt” has no meaning anywhere except St. Joe’s. It’s not an article of clothing so much as a group of people: the university’s orientation leaders. Everyone encounters them at some point in their St. Joe’s career, whether it be exclusively at their own orientation or if they decide to join the crew themselves. They have a reputation for being over-energized at 9:00 a.m., but they do it for the pride they take in their school. There is nothing more full circle than going from watching a Red Shirt chant at you on a train into Center City to becoming one yourself and jumping in the fountain at the art museum during your last session.

After going through four rounds of interviews, I just found out I’m going to be a Red Shirt! Can I get a go Hawks?

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Pop Culture :

Four years of movies, TV and music ROSE WELDON ’19 Editor Emeritus

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Four years in one playlist LAUREN BOURQUE ’19 Hawk Staff Music can transport you back to specific memories and times that you’ve had in your life. What better way to take us back over the years than reminiscing over some of the most popular songs during our years here at St. Joe’s.

2015-2016

“One Dance” by Drake Off of his 2015 album, “Views,” Drake gave us a plethora of hits. However, “One Dance” was by far the most popular. In my first year Spanish class, someone said that this was “the best song ever created.” While I don’t necessarily agree with this statement, I do agree that it definitely was a popular song during our first year at St. Joe’s.

“Roses” by Chainsmokers feat. ROZES “Roses” was the breakout single that really introduced everyone to the Chainsmokers. From its catchy hook to the electronic beat, the song grabbed you from the moment it started. This song brings me back to my my dorm room in McShain, dancing with my friends.

2016-2017

“Work” by Rihanna feat. Drake Going into sophomore year, we were blessed with an amazing Rihanna album.

While “Work” was not the only hit single off the album, it did feature her then-beau Drake. Unfortunately, the relationship only lasted a couple months and didn’t “work” out.

2017-2018

“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee This song had one of the highest viewed videos of all time, coming in with over six billion views. Completely sung in Spanish, the song became a hit with the easy to dance to Latin beat. Eventually, it was remixed with a feature from Justin Bieber. This song helped launch the growth of Latin music in “top 40” playlists.

2018-2019

“thank u, next” by Ariana Grande This year has been tough for Ariana Grande. From the death of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller to breaking up with her fiancé at the time, Pete Davidson, we can all agree she has not had it easy.

However, Grande came out with a song that showed her strength through all of her challenges. The song’s lyrics could be seen on signs at Women’s Marches across the country; it emphasized the idea that even though things didn’t work out, you should still live and love life, which is a great thing to remember as we head off into the “real world.”

“SICKO MODE” by Travis Scott feat. Drake Off of the album “ASTROWORLD,” this song received a lot of play time due to its multiple changes in beat and its great feature from Drake. Fans of Scott had been waiting years for the album, and generally people agree that it was worth the wait.

Let’s also not forget about its ability to bring the Bubble Bowl from “Spongebob Squarepants” to Super Bowl LIII. Scan this QR code to listen to the playlist on Spotify:

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Advice from seniors

Class of 2019 shares wisdom with current and future Hawks AMANDA ADINOLFI ’19 Hawk Staff

When asked about their last year in college, many seniors will remark how fast the time flies. While it does feel like college went by in the blink of an eye, in reality, seniors have spent four years making a home of the university they are about to leave to embark on the journey into the real world. Before they leave the proverbial nest, some St. Joe’s seniors wanted to share some of their wisdom with current and future students.

When you’re a first year student

“Pace yourself,” said Olivia Sullivan ’19, an autism behavioral studies and interdisciplinary health services double major. “[Time management] is very different in college.”

When you’re a sophomore

“Try to get those internships in, because I’ve seen what happens to students who graduate without it,” said Javier Rodriguez ’19, a sports marketing and leadership, ethics, and organizational systems double major. “If you don’t have an internship, you are going to have a hard time finding a job after graduation.”

When you’re a junior “Take a lab earlier so you aren’t stuck as a senior,” said Connor Kane ’19, a marketing major.

When you’re a senior “Think about who you want to follow up with once you graduate,” Kane said. “If you have a core group of people, don’t get anxiety if you are somewhere you don’t know people.”

When you’re studying “[Use] the double computers,” Diaz said. “You can have everything open at the same time.”

When you want to go out “Pick one day of the weekend to go out,” said Rachel Schwartz ’19, a biology major. “Not two.”

When you’re positive you’re going to fail “Talk to your teachers,” Diaz said. “I wish I knew I could talk to my teachers and use the resources I had at hand. I was always too afraid to.”

When choosing classes “If I could go back I would literally take a summer class every single summer,” Schwartz said. “I wish I had done that every summer to make my semesters a little lighter.”

When you are overwhelmed “When you have free time, you should take half of that time for yourself and half of that time to get stuff done,” Schwartz said.

When you are trying to decide what to get involved in “It’s good to say yes to everything, but also there are some things that are so much more than hanging out with your friends,” Diaz said. “Do stuff in school, because you can hang out with your friends whenever, but you can’t be involved in activities and use the resources your campus has to offer when you’re gone.”

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Behind the scenes of commencement 2019 NATALIE DRUM ’20 Assistant Lifestlye Editor Planning for the May commencement ceremonies starts at least 10 months ahead of the day graduates don black gowns and mortarboards in anticipation of the short walk across the stage that concludes their four years on Hawk Hill.

Numerous departments at St. Joe’s collaborate on task-specific areas in order to make the event memorable for graduates.

These tasks include: assigning seating, printing programs and scripting speakers, according to Assistant Vice President and Chief of Staff Sarah Quinn ’89, M.B.A ’09, who has been on the commencement committee for the past 15 years.

“The commencement committee is responsible for everything that goes into planning and executing an event that conveys the excellence that SJU strives to be known for,” Quinn said.

According to Quinn, planning begins in late August in the fall semester, and continues until the conclusion of all ceremonies on commencement day.

“Some of the earliest work, done by the Honorary Degree Advisory Committee, is to generate a pool of potential candidates to recommend to the president to receive an honorary degree,” Quinn said.

The seating chart for the stage is one of the last things done, according to Quinn, whose office is in charge of this item.

“Responsibility for the work is assumed by the office where it naturally falls under, and each of those offices is represented in some way on the commencement committee,” Quinn said. “For example, all printed publications, media and scripting for the event is handled by the Office of Marketing and Communications.”

Kelly Welsh, executive director of communications is also on the commencement committee, as a representative of marketing communications.

“Marketing Communications is responsible for handling the external announcement about honorary degree recipients and drafting the citations that are read for each,” Welsh said.

According to Welsh, her department also facilitates the production of commencement and awards ceremony programs.

“Our office compiles and prepares the scripts for both ceremonies, working with various speakers including the provost, the president, student speakers and honorary degree recipients,” Welsh said. “Some speak-

Scenes from the 2018 Commencement Ceremonies. PHOTOS: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

ers provide their own remarks, others work with us on draft remarks.”

Welsh said speakers also receive a binder a week prior to the ceremony with details of the program events.

According to Welsh, the commencement committee uses a master timeline of tasks, which is revised and changed on a yearly basis.

Welsh describes the committee as “very team-oriented” despite not having sub-committees or “official teams” but instead the ability for members to work on differing tasks.

The single factor that can only be determined on the day of commencement is the weather. According to Quinn, a weather contingency plan is in place to accommodate changes in weather.

“If the graduates and guests would be put in harm’s way due to the weather, then the ceremony takes place in Hagan Arena,” Quinn said.

A graduate’s cap decorated with a picture of the Barbelin Hall bell tower.

A senior shakes hands and recieves her diploma.

In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to the Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena, which was the case for the Class of 2018’s commencement.

In this case, the amount of tickets for each graduate was reduced from seven to two tickets due to limited seating in the arena. The ceremonies are streamed online and to viewing locations across campus for ticket holders who don’t make it into the arena.

Inclement weather is the biggest challenge for Public Safety, according to Director of Public Safety and Security Arthur Grover.

“When [poor weather] occurs, it makes parking and traffic control more difficult due to the concentration of activity,” Grover said.

Additional security includes changes in staffing of the Public Safety team as well as contracting partners from CSC Security, Philadelphia Police and Lower Merion Police, Grover said.

According to Grover, Public Safety commencement detail begins around 5 a.m. on the day of commencement, and ends a few hours after ceremonies conclude.

Quinn said work is done throughout the school year for a ceremony that lasts a few hours.

“There is an awful lot of work, done by many people, to ensure that Commencement is a memorable day for our students, families and honored guests,” Quinn said.

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Chris Clover: a silent leader on Hawk Hill

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Chris Clover takes a shot against University of Rhode Island. During the 2018-2019 season, Clover averaged 8.5 points per game. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

MICHAEL DROOGAN ’20 Hawk Staff Senior guard Chris Clover ended his four-year St. Joe’s men’s basketball career on what he called a personal high, averaging 13.7 points in the final 10 games of the 2018-19 season.

Clover got off to a slow start this season, much like he did during the beginning of his Hawk career, not receiving substantial playing time.

However, this final run punctuated what was a career with many highs and lows, according to Clover. He said it coincided with an early knockout in the Atlantic 10 Tournament after what was by a disappointing end to a year with high expectations.

However, Clover played a key role in bringing energy to the team, as he said he made a point of taking a more positive approach this season.

“I think it paid off and really helped me enjoy my last year here,” Clover said. “Everyone in the locker room, we stuck together through it all.”

After winning the Philadelphia Catholic League MVP his senior year at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School, he spent most of his first season on the bench after arriving to Hawk Hill.

Clover played only 65 minutes over 20 games, sitting behind former Hawk forward Deandre Bembry. That year, the team won the A-10 tournament and advanced to the second round of the NCAA tournament.

Redshirt senior forward Markell Lodge said that when both he and Clover arrived on campus for the first time, they told each other that they would earn a ring, winning the A-10 Championship.

“We already had our minds set on getting a ring before we got out of here,” Lodge said. “When we won, we wanted to cherish it, like a joy that changed our lives. We did it, now we wanted another one to start a drive to greatness.”

Through that experience, Clover said he learned what kind of work ethic and patience it would take to make an impact on the court. He developed habits during his

first year that he continued to work on for the rest of his career.

Senior guard Mike Muggeo said that Clover has maintained a consistent work ethic throughout his time as a Hawk.

“It was always the same thing freshman year to senior year regardless of how he was playing,” Muggeo said. “He was always one of the first guys in the gym.”

Clover’s work ethic yielded results in his sophomore year when he was put into the starting lineup, replacing former Hawk guard Shavar Newkirk due to injury.

Clover went on to start 18 games that year, most notably scoring a career high 21 point against La Salle University. Where Clover said his work showed the most was on the defensive side of the ball, a skill he used in an attempt to consistently stay on the court.

“I took pride in my defense,” Clover said.

“I tried to incorporate it into every game.”

Clover also said he had a knack for stepping up when other guys were having an off night, taking over on offense. This was evident on his Senior Night in a 72-62 win against La Salle on March 2. He scored 12 of his 19 points in the second half.

“This year it was less thinking, it was more off of instincts for me, so I was just out there like I want to win,” Clover said. “I think that’s one of my strengths when I’m not thinking, I’m more confident in my abilities.”

This past year, Clover stepped up as a leader for the team, according to Lodge.

He said Clover was a silent leader who led by example.

“He isn’t the loud one that comes yelling at you,” Lodge said. “He pulled you to the side and showed you the things you did wrong and tried to help your game.”

One player who benefited from Clover’s instruction was junior guard Ryan Daly.

Playing the same position with similar body types, Daly said he learned a lot from Clover about using size as an advantage.

“He showed me and [freshman guard] Jared Bynum what it takes to play at this level and how he got to this point,” Daly said.

“He would always show me pointers and how to play off two feet and use strength as an advantage, while the other guys we’re up

against are scrawny.”

In return, Clover said he tried to learn something from everyone around him. He credits many different people, from coaches to teammates and friends as an inspiration in his basketball career.

“I’m very observant and try to learn a lot from everyone,” Clover said. “I try to look at people’s positive attributes and see how I can incorporate them into me. I can’t name one

specific person but its been coaches, players, family members and people around me.”

Clover said he plans to take everything he learned during his time on Hawk Hill to a career in professional basketball.

“I want to continue to play,” Clover said.

“I have no idea where I might play, but I’m trying to hire an agent, and that’s all I’ve been thinking about.”

Clover celebrates after freshman guard Jared Bynum made a layup against University of Rhode Island.

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NICK KARPINSKI ’21, Sports Editor

MEN’S SOCCER “My favorite memory would have to be all the hours spent in the weight room getting stronger.”

- Senior midfielder Kyle Millar “My favorite memories from St. Joe’s men’s soccer are all of the great people and teammates I have had the pleasure of meeting and being around every single day. On the field, my favorite memory was upsetting nationally-ranked Fordham University at home and how awesome the game atmosphere was against Saint Louis on Senior Night.”

- Senior midfielder Lou Vilotti

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“I have two favorite memories from my time here on Hawk Hill as a member of the men’s soccer team. I met my two lifelong friends, Matt Mullock ’20 and Mike Fornaro ’20. Being a student-athlete here has allowed me to develop friendships with many amazing people, but becoming best friends with these two (in addition to Eddie McCusker ’19, Lou Vilotti ’19,and Kyle Millar ’19) were my favorite parts of my time here as a student-athlete. My favorite on-the-field memory was our win over number 21 ranked Fordham University my senior year. I’ll never forget how much effort everyone on the field gave in order to win that important game that many thought we wouldn’t win. We had a great turnout and played incredibly well. It was a day I will never ever forget.”

- Senior midfielder Derek MacKinnon

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“For me, a lot of my favorite memories were the conversations I had with my teammates throughout my career and how I tried to connect with them. I felt that I had a dialogue with different people whether it was about a movie I just watched or how a certain class was going that day. Those conversations, for me, built up the relationships that I still have today. As for soccer, one thing that really stood out to me was the windmill celebrations my sophomore year. Matt Crawford ‘17 was on a tear in terms of scoring, and Tom Santilli ‘18 erupted with a windmill-type celebration. One true example of this was when Crawford hit a rocket at St. Bonaventure University and the whole team started doing windmills. That might sound silly, but I felt that brought out the character of the team at the time. I really enjoyed looking up to the upperclassmen and getting along with them throughout their careers, too. I would not be the same without the positive influence they had on my career.”

- Senior defender Eddie McCusker

MEN’S TENNIS

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“My favorite memory at St. Joe’s has to be the Drexel game last season. It is a game that is always circled on our schedule and always means a little more than the other games. Winning that game last year meant so much to everyone on the team and the program. Celebrating that victory in the locker room is something I will never forget.”

- Senior defender Thomas Tarleton “I’ve had a different path over my four years compared to the other seniors, but I wouldn’t trade that time off for anything else. My favorite memories that will stick with me after my time on Hawk Hill are being able to suit up and take the field with my brother, Liam, one last time. Coach Wray gave me the opportunity to rejoin the team and be out on Sweeney Field with my teammates again.”

- Senior midfielder Zach Hare

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“The memory which stands out most when looking back at my time at St. Joe’s would have to be this semester when we traveled to Florida for spring break. The tennis team was in Florida for eight days where we practiced every day and played three matches. If we were not on the court, we were hanging out together at the houses we rented. For me, this was an amazing experience because we got closer as a team both on and off the court. We had a very successful spring break, winning two out of the three matches which improved our overall record tremendously. It was amazing as the team’s captain to see how much the team has improved the past few months and how much better we are competing against teams that we would’ve found more challenging in the past. Spending time off the court with the team was also enjoyable. We got to bond over our hobbies, eat meals together and celebrate our wins together. I am so proud of them.”

- Dan Tan

“My favorite memory competing at St. Joe’s was when we beat Drexel my junior year in 2018. It was the first time St. Joe’s had beaten Drexel since 2000, and it was an exciting game that we won in the final seconds. Shoutout to Nick Vernacchio for the game-winning goal.”

- Senior midfielder Thomas LaRose

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THEIR FOUR YEARS

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“My favorite memory is winning the Atlantic 10 Championship senior year on our home turf with all of our fans there to help celebrate.”

- Senior midfielder Monica Tice

WOMEN’S ROWING “My favorite memory from competing at St. Joe’s was during the Dad Vail Regatta, spring 2017 of my sophomore year. I was the coxswain in Second Varsity 8+, and we were able to advance to the Grand Final. The week before, we didn't do very well at the Atlantic 10 Championships, so we were eager to redeem ourselves and take home some hardware. During the race, everyone was able to pull it together and we improved by over 30 seconds in our 2k time from the week before, just missing third place to UMass by about a second. Although it was a bittersweet ending, we were extremely proud to have improved by so much in so little time. We were so happy to place fourth at the largest collegiate regatta in North America.”

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The [St. Joe’s memory] that stands out the most to me was winning my first Atlantic 10 Championship title. I think this memory is the most prominent, as it holds the most emotion. During the last minutes leading up to our overtime winning goal, I was so incredibly exhausted. It felt like I was running in gumboots (rain boots for American translation), and then once we had scored, everyone somehow found the energy for one giant team hug.

- Senior forward Anna Willocks

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“My favorite memory [at St. Joe’s] is setting our goal to be a top 10 team when we came in as freshmen. We were ranked in the 60s, but we believed that we could make our way up to the top. After the last game of our regular season this year (Senior Day), we were able to reach the goal of being in the top 10. It was truly an amazing experience because it was something that we had been working towards our entire four years.”

- Senior back Joely Helder

WOMEN’S TRACK AND FIELD & CROSS COUNTRY

- Senior coxswain Jess Crosby “My [favorite memory] was junior year at the A-10 Championship where my boat defeated University of Massachusetts and University of Rhode Island in the V4+, winning an A-10 medal.”

- Senior rower Fiona McKee “My favorite memory of competing for SJU is when my boat, the Varsity 4+, won first place in the A10 Conference Championships last spring.

The dedication and confidence of the girls in my boat made for a strong race and the memory of crossing the finish line in first will remain with me when I look back on my time on the rowing team at St. Joe’s.”

- Senior coxswain Caitlin Kennedy “My favorite memory from my career at St. Joe’s was sophomore year at Dad Vails. After a rough season, our team pulled it together and all boats advanced to the finals. This was something that did not happen in many years. Dad Vails is the biggest race of the year with teams from all over the country, and it was really exciting all our boats made it to the final 6. Our v8 even medaled third in their event and the freshman 8 won. Dad Vails was the last race of the season, so it was just a really great way to end on such a strong note.”

- Senior rower Cassie Francis

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“My favorite memory at St. Joe’s was February 4, 2018. The team had practice at 9:00 a.m. and some of the girls and I ran to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and were surrounded by a bunch of Eagles fans, and that night, the Eagles won the Super Bowl. I’ll remember the excitement and the electricity of Philly and the team forever. It was awesome.”

“[My favorite memory competing for St. Joe’s was] was going outside and running as fast as I can with my friends. Running is a very simple activity, but it makes me feel human, especially when I do it with others.”

- Senior runner Julia Donahue

- Senior runner Elaine Estes

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Anna Willocks leaves behind storied career

LEFT: Willocks charges up field during a home game. RIGHT: Willocks poses on Ellen Ryan Field after becoming the leading goal scorer in St. Joe's field hockey history. PHOTOS: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

RYAN MULLIGAN ’21 Assistant Sports Editor In the last four years, the St. Joe’s field hockey program has transformed from a .500 team, seemingly stuck in the middle of the pack, to one of the top teams in not only in the Atlantic 10 Conference, but in the country.

This movement has been led by the graduating senior class, specifically senior forward Anna Willocks, whose name pervades the St. Joe’s field hockey record book. Her name appears 68 times, to be exact, more than any player in St. Joe’s program history.

Willocks, a native of Palmerston North, New Zealand, has garnered just about every award and record imaginable during her career at St. Joe’s.

She is the program’s all-time leader in goals, assists and points as well as career starts and career games played, all while leading the team to three straight A-10 regular season titles, two straight A-10 tournament championships and the program’s highest ever national ranking. The team ended the 2018 season

ranked number 10 in the country.

“What she’s done to be able to drive a program forward is really amazing,” Head Coach Lynn Farquhar said. “She has to be one of the best at St. Joe’s, one of [two first team] All-Americans. More importantly those team stats during her years, along with her individual stats have also increased. She has set a foundation for future teams to now see if they can outdo her.”

Willocks also said she hopes her career will inspire future teams.

“I hope that I left a legacy, one that other athletes and the teams that follow can look up to and try to beat,” Willocks said.

Farquhar shares a connection with Willocks and this senior class, as they debuted on Hawk Hill the same year. This, Willocks said, and the success she has had alongside her two fellow seniors, Monica Tice and Joely Helder, overshadows any of her own individual accomplishments.

“It meant a lot, all to come in and get all those records,” Willocks said. “It was a goal that I had. But in the end I was more happy with how we did as a team and how we all worked together to accomplish the outcome

Willocks after helping the St. Joe's field hockey team win the 2018 Atlantic 10 Championship.

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Willocks with her parents on Senior Day. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHEILDS ’22/THE HAWK

of those Atlantic 10 titles. We stuck together and had fun doing it with each other and our teammates.”

Farquhar has witnessed firsthand how this class has grown over the years and said that coming in, she could see that Willocks had the potential to be special.

“As a freshman, she definitely came in and had this passion, and it was a contagious energy,” Farquhar said. “Each of [the seniors], their internal drive, their dependency and their intensity. They had to be a different kind of leader every year they came in, even as freshmen.”

Willocks’ leadership abilities impacted one first year student specifically, Tonya Botherway, the forward who led the team in goals this year, who is also from New Zealand. Botherway said Willocks was critical to her development.

“New Zealand is a different environment and different style of hockey, but Anna was really helpful in making that transition,” Botherway said. “The senior class is so special and it was great to play on a historic team as a freshman thanks to them.”

For Willocks, her relationship with the team and the university was reciprocal. It was a

source of comfort being so far from her home. “[St. Joe’s] has made me a better person all around,” Willocks said. “It taught me hard work, but is also taught me to appreciate my family, with them being a whole world away from mine. But at St. Joe’s, just all across the board as a person, I’ve improved during my time.”

Willocks plans to return home to work towards receiving a master’s degree in psychology. She currently volunteers her time and gains experience in psychology through her work at the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Research at St. Joe’s. According to Farquhar, this is a testament to Willocks as an even better person than player and someone who is a personification of a Jesuit university.

“It’s really neat for the students [at a Jesuit school] to understand not only how they can strive as individuals, but then bigger picture, how that can impact so many people around them, and I think Anna really represents that,” Farquhar said. “She’s not only had an impressive career statistically, but she’s also absorbed the mission of the institution. To have an athlete that is that driven and to hit your stats and your numbers, but also has such a deep care for people is a really rare mix. Anna has that.”

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Lindseу Oremus faces challenges on and off the course SAM BRITT ’20 Assistant Sports Editor When senior cross country captain Lindsey Oremus walks up to the starting line, she’s locked in. She stares at the course in front of her and waits for the gun to go off.

These moments just before the race can be some of the most challenging for a runner, according to fellow senior track captain Lucy Harmon.

“There is a lot of anxiousness around,” Harmon said. “Especially if it is a championship meet. It is really important to try and just breathe.”

However, Oremus has an edge in these situations. She is used to being a part of stressful environments. She trained to be a volunteer firefighter but eventually chose to go down a different path.

“In the summer of my junior year of high school I took a big interest in becoming an emergency medical technician,” Oremus said.

“I work on an ambulance pretty regularly for two companies. In my limited free time I can pick up a couple shifts and make a few dollars and enjoy what I am doing.”

As an EMT, Oremus drives an ambulance and responds to 911 calls. Though Oremus enjoys working on the ambulance crew, it can sometimes prove to be mentally draining.

“It depends on the day,” Oremus said. “I have had some really tough calls. We will get dispatched to a house that is notorious for drug overdoses or something like that. Those days are a drag. But then there are days where you make somebody’s worst day a little bit better. That is something I love to do.”

While Oremus was immediately drawn to being an EMT, the same can’t be said for cross country. In seventh grade she was mainly focused on soccer, using track just as a way to stay in shape for the upcoming season.

However, this changed when she reached high school.

“My high school track coach said to me, ‘Lindsey, I’m going to be honest with you I don’t think you are going play on the women’s soccer team,’” Oremus said. “I was ticked at the time. You don’t want to hear that.”

She ended up taking her coach’s advice and participated in the track team’s preseason training. Oremus began to warm up to becoming a runner, but joining the team came with a stipulation.

“I told my coach that I don’t want to run cross country,” Oremus said. “I don’t want to be running six, seven, eight miles a day. He told me not to worry, but literally two weeks into the season I was up to eight miles.”

However, at that point she said she had fallen in love with the sport. Though Oremus describes cross country as challenging, it is still something she enjoys, much like her job in the ambulance.

“It is something that isn’t only physically tough, it is really mentally tough too,” Oremus said. “There are a lot of days that are a grind.

You don’t want to get up on a Sunday and go run 13 miles. It is an accumulation of physical toughness, mental toughness and the ability to succeed individually.”

As Oremus ran for her high school cross country team, she discovered that she had a natural talent.

“I am reading a book about how your body determines what you are going to be, and I think I was made to be a runner,” Oremus said.

Head Coach Melody O’Reilly outlined what makes somebody a great runner.

“Runners come in all shapes and sizes,” O’Reilly said. “I think what makes a good runner is someone who has a lot of heart. They have an inner drive to win and to push forward. They have to have confidence.“ That is what she sees in Oremus.

“She has a lot of those things,” O’Reilly said. “She has a very strong will to want to

Senior Lindsey Oremus poses on the Kevin Quinn ’62 track. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

be good. To compete at this level you have to have that drive to want to win.”

This drive to win is what Oremus keeps in her mind during every race.

“When it gets down to it, it is a race and you want to win,” Oremus said. “I’m not dumb, there are races I am not going to win and I know that, but when I am running it is always in my head, ‘How high can I finish in this race?’”

This drive is something Harmon admires in her co-captain.

“She is definitely one of the most resilient runners I have ever met,” Harmon said.

“She has had a lot of great successes. I know she has struggled sometimes but she always finds a way to make things positive. She has a lot of grit.”

After a race, Oremus said she can often be

her toughest critic.

“If I run well, I am super happy and elated,” Oremus said. “When I run crappy, I shut down, and that is one of my biggest struggles. I beat myself up more than anyone else can. After a meet a few weeks ago, I just shut down for three days and didn’t want to talk to anybody.”

Luckily for her she doesn’t have to look far after a race for reassurance. Her boyfriend is junior John Walker, a member of the men’s track team. Oremus said he is always the first person she turns to once she crosses the finish line.

“He is my teammate,” Oremus said. “We are on the track together all of the time. We do all of our summer training together. He gets me through a lot of the obstacles I am facing mentally. He helps me get through the worst days and is right there with me for

the best days.”

Even though Oremus is graduating, O’Reilly isn’t necessarily worried about the future of the team.

“Things will be a little bit different,” O’Reilly said. “We have some strong leaders who will be coming back next year. We have some captains coming up who have a similar temperament to Lindsey and who have looked to her to see what they should be like.”

Now that her four years are over, Oremus can look back on all those cold winter mornings spent running around campus and ask herself if she would do it all again.

“One hundred percent,” Oremus said. “I am not going to say I wouldn’t change a thing, but there are a lot of good memories I am going to take away, and a lot of friends who I am going to have for life.”

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Alуssa Monaghan finishes her career with program highs COLLIN MESSENGER ’22 Hawk Staff Alyssa Monaghan, St. Joe’s women’s basketball senior guard and four-year starter, finished her collegiate career as an Atlantic 10 All-Conference Second Team selection.

She also solidified her name in the Hawk program record books, earning accolades such as all-time leader in minutes played, third alltime in career three-pointers attempted and three-pointers made, fifth all-time in free throw percentage and 12th all-time in points.

Monaghan said she credits these accomplishments to becoming more poised as a player under the guidance of her veteran teammates.

“My confidence grew over time,” Monaghan said. “Coming in freshman year, it was hard to figure out everything that was going on, but I think I became more comfortable as I matured and learned from others.”

In 2018, Monaghan led the Hawks to an appearance in the A-10 Championship game and Women’s National Invitational Tournament, ranking eighth nationally in her assists-to-turnover ratio. She said this postseason run last year stood out as one of her favorite career moments.

“It was an amazing experience,” Monaghan said. “We were not expected to make it [to the A-10 Championship game], so I think we surprised a lot of people when we kept winning and winning. It was very cool for our success to turn some heads and be able to play in that championship environment.”

Senior guard Kristalyn Baisden shared in this experience. Baisden said Monaghan’s dedication to improve set her apart from other players on the team.

“Her consistency in her shooting and ball handling is amazing,” Baisden said. “It’s hard to come in freshman year and have to play the number of minutes that she did, but I think she handled it really well in the consistent hard work she put forth to become better.”

Alyssa Monaghan scored her 1,000th carrer point against Saint Louis University on Jan. 9, 2019.

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Baisden said that Monaghan excelled not only in being the Hawks’ go-to player, but also a prominent leader. “[Monaghan] is a shy person, but whenever we stepped on the court, she made her voice known and I think that’s something that made the rest of the team more comfortable and confident in ourselves,” Baisden said.

Monaghan stands at 5 foot 5, and Head Coach Cindy Griffin said she had to prove that height doesn’t matter in achieving success.

“She is just the ultimate competitor,” Griffin said. “This competitive nature and spirit is something that drove her to all these accolades, to be the best player on the court every day, to produce every day, to take losing personally, because she truly wanted to win every game that she played.”

In her senior season, Monaghan doubled her free throw attempts and makes, a tribute to her aggressive mentality to attack the basket, according to Griffin.

“I don’t think it was any secret for anybody who scouted us that Alyssa Monaghan was the best player on our team,” Griffin said.

“With that, comes getting the best defensive player on the other team, and that makes it even more incredible when you think of what she achieved.”

Now that Monaghan has made her mark on the St. Joe’s women’s basketball team, Griffin said she is excited for the future.

“She gave us so much every day,” Griffin said. “She really meant a lot to [our younger players], so that excites me because they know the level at which Alyssa worked every day.

That is contagious, and so I’m excited for the young players to be able to carry that experience over to the next season.”

While Monaghan has officially finished her career in crimson and grey, she looks forward to remaining involved with the team as a fan.

“It will be cool to be able to see what they can do as a young, talented group,” Monaghan said. “I will be going to a lot of games and cheering them on.”

Alyssa Monaghan looks to pass to a teammate in Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

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