VISIONS SPRING 2017
Alumnae CLASS NOTES 1950-59 1954 Members from the Class of 1954 attended the Alumnae Luncheon on Saturday, February 4, 2017. This was the first time the luncheon had ever been held in The Mansion. The 44th Annual Fine Art Show was also on display for alumnae to view during the Luncheon. left to right: Kathleen Dougherty ’54, Ann Hughes ’54, Antoinette Campbell ’52, Eileen Francis McHugh ’54 and Helen Beeson ’54
1956 Mary Yeoell Keifer ’56 and Faith Christensen Johnson ’56 attended the Alumnae Luncheon on February 4, 2017. They enjoyed celebrating with fellow alumnae and viewing the beautiful artwork displayed in The Mansion.
Loretta Salvadore Hartnett ’55, President of the Rittenhouse Square Alumnae Association, organized the Rittenhouse Square Mass and Luncheon on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Members from the Academy of Notre Dame, Rittenhouse Square celebrated Mass in The Mansion Chapel followed by their luncheon held at Overbrook Golf Club.
Rosanne Facciolo ’65 traveled to Washington, D.C. with her granddaughter Miranda, 6.
1970-79 1973 D’Arcy Foster Rudnay ’73 led the inaugural Center for Global Leadership panel discussion on Monday, April 3, 2017 at the Academy of Notre Dame. D’Arcy shared her professional experience and background with students and stressed the importance of engaging in activities that strengthen their global identities.
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On February 8, Notre Dame hosted an event in Naples, Florida with Malvern Prep. Pat Moran Dolan ’59, Suzanne Keeley Beatty ’59, Roberta McKenna Griffin ’63 and Michele Cocola Colgate ’78 attended and met with Dr. Dwyer who provided them with an update on the Academy.
Cathy Chermol Schrijver ’79 and her husband Bob attended the New York City Regional Event on April 6 at The Penn Club. Cathy received the Distinguished Alumnae Award in 2015 for her accomplishments in the entertainment industry and her continuous support of the Academy. Pictured left to right: Paige LeGrand, Director of Advancement, Bob Schrijver, Cathy Chermol Schrijver and Chloe Fox ’11.
1980-89 1960-69 1964 Carol Consorto ’64, Barbara Consorto ’64, Carol Tavani ’64, Michelle McDonough McBride ’64 and Betty Gilbert Bradley ’64 gathered at Gina Bacci’s ’64 home on January 15, 2017 to celebrate turning 70 and growing old together. As usual, the talk was of good times at Notre Dame and all the fun they had while they were students at the Academy.
1982 Kathy LaJoie ’82, Jackie Murphy ’82, Deidre Mannion ’82, MaryJane McKenna ’82, Karen Backe O’Brien ’82, Eileen Callahan Myers ’82, and Wibby Martin ’82 attended the Alumnae Christmas Party at The Union League in December 2016. The group celebrated their 25th Reunion in May.
SAVE THE DATE Athletic Hall of Fame and Alumnae Awards Ceremony Save the Date, Friday, November 10, 2017, for the Athletic Hall of Fame and Alumnae Awards Ceremony. This biennial event provides a wonderful opportunity to recognize some of our most distinguished alumnae. Nominations for the Notre Dame Award, the Saint Julie Award and the Distinguished Alumna Award, as well as nominations for the Athletic Hall of Fame, will be accepted through June 30, 2017. In 2015, we honored the following alumnae: • 2015 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees ~ Deirdre McGlynn Kelly ’84 ~ Danielle Dunn O’Connor ’01 ~ 1999-2000 Basketball Team • 2015 Alumnae Award Recipients ~ Melissa Bemer ’04 The Saint Julie Award ~ Cathy Chermol Schrijver ’79 The Distinguished Alumna Award ~ Joan Sammartino Turner ’77 The Notre Dame Award To submit nominations for the Athletic Hall of Fame and Alumnae Awards, please email Marielle Mazda ’06 at mmazda@ndapa.org.
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