ALUMNAE AWARD RECIPIENTS Cathy Chermol Schrijver ’79 The Distinguished Alumna Award The Distinguished Alumna Award is presented to an alumna who has distinguished herself in her personal or professional life, in her intellectual pursuits, or in her dedication to service of community, country or society. Cathy is a three-time Emmy and Peabody Award winning executive producer with decades of experience producing news, talk, and magazine shows.
Joan Sammartino Turner ’77 P’06 The ND Award The Notre Dame Award is presented to an alumna whose ongoing commitment to the Academy is exemplary in scope, enthusiasm, and diligence. Acknowledging the value of a Notre Dame education, she offers her time, energy, and resources to ensure the future of the Academy and expand its influence. As a cherished faculty member at Notre Dame, Joan has devoted her time, love, and energy to the Academy and her students.
ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Deirdre McGlynn Kelly ’84 Deirdre was recognized for her accomplishments in field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse. She continues to give back to the athletic community as a coach for local youth basketball teams.
Danielle Dunn O’Connor ’01 Danielle was recognized for her accomplishments in field hockey, lacrosse, and golf at Notre Dame. She continued her athletic career at Cornell University, where she was named to the First Team All-Ivy in 2004.
The 1999-2000 Basketball Team This is the first team to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, recognized for winning the InterAc Championship in 1999. Thirteen players, five coaches and five managers contributed to the team’s winning season.
Melissa Bemer ’04 The Saint Julie Award The Saint Julie Award is presented to an alumna of the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur whose life contributes to the recognition of the goodness of God in all creation, and who commits herself to the service of others. This woman is chosen by her peers as a model of faith, optimism, integrity, and unselfish dedication. Melissa has volunteered for Project Home, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, and Centro San Jose. Giving back to her community and to others is not Melissa’s hobby, but her life.
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