THE URSU.LINES THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF URSULINE ACADEMY OF NE W ORLE ANS
Spring
2018
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THE URSU.LINES
CONTENTS
STAFF & CONTRIBUTORS Academy President
Dr. Karen Thomas McNay
Head of Elementary Shanna Gosey
Head of Secondary Alice Bairnsfather
Director of Communications Kate Uhle
Director of Development Stephanie Davi
Contributing Photographers Pat Garin
Director of Admissions Layout and Design Becky McLellan
Agent C. Advertising and Design
Director of Alumnae
Christy Jackson Zurcher ’00
COVER STORY:
Girls in STEM: Changing The World
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President's Perspective
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Welcome To Ursuline . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ursuline Girls In Action . . . . . . . . 8-9 Inside The Museum . . . . . . . . 14-16 Honorary Alumna . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Cor Unum Award . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Graduation 2018 . . . . . . . . . .20-21
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Ursulines In Rex
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CLC Medal Recipient . . . . . . . . . 22 Legacies and Longevity . . . . . . . . 23 Universities and Colleges . . . . . . . 24 Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-27 Marriages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-31 Miracles . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-33
A Prom Night Experience
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Alumnae Happenings . . . . . . . 34-35 Around State Street . . . . . . . . 36-37 About Alumnae . . . . . . . . . . .38-39 In Memoriam . . . . . . . . . . . .40-41 Save The Date . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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President's Perspective As we celebrate the Tricentennial of the City of New Orleans, we also celebrate our Ursuline Sisters and the influence they have had on this city for all three centuries. Their constant presence has not only impacted us, but the entire community. This Carnival season, the Krewe of Rex featured our beloved Sisters in their parade, which highlighted the past 300 years in New Orleans. We are proud to celebrate a rich heritage that no other school in the United States can boast. The Ursuline Sisters began education in our Catholic faith for women in New Orleans. Serving as women leaders in a time when women rarely possessed community stature, the Ursulines quickly took charge of their fingerprints on the New Orleans community. From the moment the first twelve Sisters arrived, it was evident that they were committed to prayer, change, and continuous improvement. Following in the footsteps of St. Angela, our Sisters instilled Serviam in the hearts of all those in their reach. Stop and ponder these three centuries of influence in developing women leaders, I guarantee you will be amazed. Never has this been more apparent than in the celebration of the Tricentennial. Every celebration includes our Ursuline Sisters because, without them, New Orleans would not be what it is today. The call to Serviam, leadership, and change continues today. Certainly, the demands of a 21st century education differ from the centuries that preceded it. As you read through, the progression of education and extracurricular activities on State Street may have changed with basketball state championships, robotics in middle school and high school, and how we deliver an Ursuline education. Yet, an Ursuline education remains the same in Serviam, leadership, and the charge to make the world a better place. We are proud of our students and alumnae. They are Ursuline Girls, in action, changing the community. Enjoy this issue of The Ursu.Lines, as the past and future are intertwined. We look forward to 2027 when we will not only celebrate our 300th birthday, but the transformative impact of an Ursuline education on the City of New Orleans.
In Christ,
Karen Thomas McNay, EdD
WELCOME TO URSULINE
Head of Early Childhood, Mrs. Belinda Baker The search for a Head of Early Childhood Education was made easier when Belinda Baker became a candidate. Her 37 years of teaching experience wasn’t the only solid qualification. Belinda has a strong background in Early Childhood Education with her primary focus being in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. She holds a degree in Elementary Education with a certification in Early Childhood. Professional qualifications aside, Belinda’s biggest advantage was her strong connection to the school. She was previously a lead teacher at Ursuline. She credits Ursuline with playing an important role in her development as a teacher and an administrator. “This school feels like home to me,” Belinda stated. “I’m excited to be able to give back to the place that has given me so much.” It’s not all professional for Belinda, it’s also personal. Two of her daughters are proud Ursuline graduates and one, Jessica Baker, is currently our Director of Curriculum & Instruction. When school starts in the fall, Belinda will be leading the curriculum in a building she participated in redesigning. She is looking forward to this full circle experience and is eager to work with the new team. Belinda views the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, the amazing group of teachers, and the innovative design of the space as a winning combination.
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ACADEMY ROBOTICS
Girls In STEM: Changing the World By Jessica Baker ’04 and Stephanie Davi
Since the arrival of Sister Francis Xavier Hebert in 1732, the Ursulines have had a deep history of using science-based creativity to solve society’s problems. After her arrival and in order to care for those in need, Sister Hebert planted an herb garden that would soon be known as a vital source of medicine in early New Orleans. She compounded the medicines for the Royal Hospital, making her the first female pharmacist in the New World. The teas, infusions and distillates which she brewed from the herbs in her garden represented the greater part of what was available in those days for the treatment of the sick. Sister Francis Xavier Hebert’s innovation and bold problem solving have truly defined Ursuline women in New Orleans over the past 300 years. In the true spirit of Serviam, the Ursuline girls of today continue to use their knowledge and artistic skill to solve problems in their communities. In addition, their ever-growing knowledge of STEM fields has allowed them to advance even further. Over the past year, and with critical support from the Selley Foundation, Ursuline Academy became the first all-girls K-12 school in Louisiana to implement (PLTW) Project Lead The Way. PLTW is an engineering curriculum that includes robotics and computer science that is meant to complement an already robust liberal arts program. As part of this year’s Project Lead The Way curriculum, 8th grade students were challenged to help children with CP, or Cerebral Palsy. CP is a congenital disorder of 6
movement, muscle tone, or posture. In order to help those with Cerebral Palsy, Ursuline students came together to create an anklefoot orthosis. The first step was to gain background knowledge of the disorder and learn about the challenges it poses. Then, they worked in teams to conceptualize and build the best prototype to meet the requirements needed to assist children in need.
In addition to this experience, the students continued on to create three-dimensional cube puzzles, utilizing skills in mathematical modeling and design. As a result of a grant from Cox Communications and matching funds from the Skip classes of 1977 and 1992, Ursuline was able to purchase six 3D printers. The new printers gave students the ability to print the puzzles they created. This extension of the Project Lead The Way curriculum gave the students the opportunity to learn the skill of 3D printing, complimenting their new knowledge of 3D design. Research shows that female students report having a better experience when working with other students and are more likely to finish an assignment, as well as persist in a STEM course, if they are able to work collaboratively.
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Other data suggests that at least 20 percent of U.S. jobs require a high level of knowledge in any one of the STEM fields. Although women hold close to half of all jobs in the U.S. economy, they hold less than 25 percent of STEM jobs. Women with STEM jobs earned 33 percent more than comparable women in non-STEM jobs – considerably higher than the STEM premium for men. Even outside of the traditional STEM job sector, there is a need for STEM competencies and skills. Data shows that the set of core cognitive knowledge, skills, and abilities that are associated with a STEM education are in demand in nearly all job sectors and occupations. A strong STEM education leads to innovation, problem-solving skills, and lifelong learning.
Recognizing these facts, STEM education at Ursuline Academy of New Orleans starts in Early Childhood, where highly-trained teachers encourage girls to be responsive, use problem- and inquiry-based approaches, and engage in hands-on activities.
Dot robots to enhance their computer science education. The students now program Dash and Dot using the skills they have learned in the PLTW computer science curriculum in order to see their digital programs come alive in the movements of the robots.
In addition to incorporating art and service in our STEM curriculum, Ursuline Academy has focused on growing our robotics programs in all divisions of the school. Our Middle School Robotics team built a robot and competed in the Louisiana State VEX Robotics Competition. For the first time, our high school robotics team – The UA actUAtors – competed in a field of 55 teams from the United States and Mexico at the Bayou Regional FIRST Robotics Competition with a robot they had built themselves. Our kindergarten students began using Dash and
We’ve always known that Ursuline girls are creative problem solvers. The expansion of our STEM programming has brought their capabilities to a new level. From religion classes, to service-based projects, to using 3D printers to demonstrate artistic capabilities, Ursuline students are truly equipped to lead New Orleans into its fourth century.
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URSULINE GIRLS IN ACTION
Ursuline Girls In Action We are always so excited to celebrate the successes of our Ursuline girls, whether they are students or alumnae. Congratulations to Marbella Maristany, Honorable Keva Landrum-Johnson ’90, and Isabel Frey Ribeiro!
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MARBELLA MARISTANY
HONORABLE KEVA LANDRUM-JOHNSON ’90
ISABEL FREY RIBEIRO
Marbella was named Archdiocese of New Orleans Fifth Grade Student of the Year. Marbella is a great example of a wellrounded, ambitious, strong, Catholic student. She is pictured with Dr. RaeNell Houston, Superintendent of Catholic Schools.
Judge Keva Landrum-Johnson ’90 was appointed chief judge of Orleans Criminal District Court, making her the first African American woman to hold the high judicial post. This is not the first time she has celebrated a “first.” She is also the first female district attorney for the City of New Orleans.
Isabel Frey Ribeiro, Skip of 2019, won the Archdiocese Tricentennial Hymn Competition. Isabel’s song was sung by the Jesuit and Ursuline choirs as a recessional hymn for the Archdiocese of New Orleans’ annual Catholic Schools Week Mass. (Featured on right)
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URSULINES IN REX
Krewe of Rex Recognizes Ursuline Nuns in its Tricentennial Parade By A
New Orleans and Mardi Gras are synonymous to many throughout the world. It’s hard to have a full conversation about one without talking about the other. It is only fitting that Rex, known as the King of Carnival, would use its 2018 procession to honor the 300th birthday of New Orleans, The parade's theme was “L’Ancienne Nouvelle-Orléans” in celebration of the city’s tricentennial. The float designs focused on the first century and highlighted the people, places and events that shaped the city we now know. From the beginning, Rex parades have told a vivid story and provided a rich lesson in history. This year was no different–covering the indigenous people who first lived here to the infamous Battle of New Orleans. When telling the story of those who shaped the Crescent City, the Ursuline nuns must be included. Design themes for Rex parades are planned four years in advance. The artistic design requires one full year to develop. The Rex Den is where this elaborate process takes place— from sketch to three-dimensional canvas to finishing touches. A little known fact is that Rex’s official name is the School of Design. It speaks to the artistry and craftsmanship involved in bringing their vision to the hand raised crowds on Mardi Gras Day. When the Artistic Committee confirmed that the Ursuline Nuns would grace the float, it 10
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made perfect sense. It honored the twelve nuns that made the five-month journey from France to arrive in New Orleans in 1727 to start their work in operating schools, hospitals, and an orphanage. Former King of Carnival and Rex historian, Dr. Stephen Hales can’t tell the Mardi Gras story without making the connections to the church and its calendar.
display tell the story of the rich history of the City of New Orleans, the Catholic Church and the Ursuline Sisters.
The Old Ursuline Convent Museum also joined in celebrating this link. They hosted a special exhibit in celebration of the city’s tricentennial, The Church in the Crescent: Three Hundred Years of Catholicism in New Orleans. The documents and artifacts on
Founded in 1727 by the Sisters of the Order of Saint Ursula, Ursuline Academy of New Orleans enjoys the distinction of being both the oldest, continuously-operating school for girls and the oldest Catholic school in the United States. Convinced that the education
There is no denying the significant role of Ursuline Sisters in New Orleans’ history and the world. We are most proud of this fact and we share on all of our correspondence:
of women was essential to the development of a civilized, spiritual and just society, the Ursuline Sisters influenced culture and learning in New Orleans by providing an exceptional education for its women. We appreciate Rex putting our Sisters on parade in recognition of their tremendous service to our city. It solidified the Sisters’ contribution in a way that is naturally New Orleans. Whether you waved as the float rolled by, caught the coveted “nun bead” or just stood in admiration, we at the Academy revel in their good works every day.
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PROM OF HOPE
Serviam: A Prom Night Experience When Susan Hackett Walpole, Sioux of 1990, started visiting area high schools in search of the best fit for her high school experience, Ursuline’s Open House sealed the deal. She learned about Serviam and that was important to her because her parents always stressed the importance of serving and helping others. Throughout high school, Ursuline continued to foster that value in Susan. It has remained a part of her life, which makes it no surprise that she is currently Director of Volunteers for the What You Give Will Grow (WYGWG) Foundation. New Orleans Saints Punter, Thomas Morstead, and his wife started WYGWG to foster the spirit of giving in our community. In their mission to help those in need, they have given well over $2.5 million to many charitable causes, focusing much of their resources and initiatives to support children who are battling cancer. Prom of Hope is one of their programs that impacts the lives of many of our area’s young cancer patients. More than 900 kids have experienced this night throughout the years of its existence. Each year, there are approximately 150 children between the ages of 13-18 years in attendance including the patients and their dates. With all of the bells and whistles of a grand affair, it is a major undertaking to pull off this special event. It takes more than 100 volunteers to ensure it runs smoothly and that’s where Susan comes in. She manages this entire process.
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What does an Ursuline girl do when she has to pull off an extra special event and needs a great support team? She enlists the support of other Ursuline alumnae. Susan called on her fellow Sioux of 1990 to help. And, Rebecca Nordgren, Jessica Brown McNulty, and Jennifer Glynn showed up in a big way. They became a significant part of the event from recruiting kids to participating as day-of support. Rebecca’s business, Chatta Box, opens its doors to patients and their date/companion to select any formal attire they chose. If this was the end of the story, it would be great but it gets even better. Unknown to these former classmates, there was another Ursuline girl at the Prom of Hope, walking the red carpet as an attendee. Lauren Cooke, Sioux of 2017, attended this year’s event. Her
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first senior prom didn’t turn out as planned. She was very sick that night because she had already begun to suffer from the symptoms of cancer prior to her diagnosis of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma a few months later. Lauren had a tough year of hospital stays and cancer treatment including her prom night. Lauren thought that chapter of her life was closed and that she’d have to accept not having the perfect prom until her invitation to Prom of Hope. Lauren sums it up best by calling the experience her “special do-over.” Prom of Hope is much more than one night. The organizers and volunteers have really thought of everything to make it an experience to remember. Lauren felt like she was in a fairy tale when she and her best friend and classmate, Caitlyn Arnold, were allowed to go into Rebecca’s boutique and select any of the beautiful gowns. Lauren’s selection of a vivid red, sheer shoulder gown was gorgeous. That was only the beginning of the pampering. There was also hair and makeup, limousine pickup and the paparazzilined red carpet. Lauren and Caitlyn met new friends, struck poses in the photo booth, and danced like no one was watching. “I met Thomas Morstead, which was crazy, ” Lauren shared. “It was so much fun and I got to feel normal.” It is wonderful that Lauren was afforded this opportunity. It is amazing that Susan, Rebecca, Jessica and Jennifer were in the background doing what Ursuline girls do best, Serviam.
Lauren (pictured in red) is currently doing well in her maintenance period and will continue oral chemotherapy until August 2019, working toward full remission.
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INSIDE THE MUSEUM
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SACRED HEART STATUE
FOUNTAIN
This familiar statue, now located in the Sacred Heart Courtyard, continues to embrace everyone with its outstretched arms.
The fountain in the main courtyard’s fishpond was originally at the front entrance of St. Ursula Hall on Dauphine Street.
Sr. Rosemary Meiman ’46, Archivist, takes us inside the museum and around campus to explore “The Dauphine 10.”
In 1824, the Ursulines moved to the Dauphine Street convent and spent many years there. On September 7, 1912, the nuns boarded the streetcar to their new home on State Street. In the school’s museum and throughout the campus, there are many interesting artifacts, some of which date back to the early days. Below are ten featured items from the 1800’s that were originally at the Academy on Dauphine Street.
SUN DIAL A unique instrument complete with French lettering still indicates the correct hour of the day in the Sacred Heart Courtyard.
WOODEN BENCHES Many wooden benches from Dauphine Street were brought to the “new” building on State Street.
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INSIDE THE MUSEUM
HONORARY ALUMNA
CROSS*
CHAPEL WINDOWS
This cross was taken from the top of the main building on Dauphine Street.
These three large windows, originally in the chapel on Dauphine Street, now grace the sanctuary at the Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor on State Street.
CHANDELIER* This chandelier hung in the Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor on Dauphine Street.
BAPTISMAL FONT* This font was used for many baptisms that were held in the chapel on Dauphine Street.
PAINTING OF TWO SHIPS*
TWO STAINED GLASS WINDOWS The St. Angela and St. Ursula windows on the main stairway were once part of the Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor on Dauphine Street.
This painting by M. Helen Forstall, OSU records the death of Archbishop Janssens, Archbishop of New Orleans, who died at sea. It illustrates the transfer of his body from the outgoing SS Creole to the incoming SS Hudson and the miraculous rainbow that occurred in the sky during the transfer.
Ms. Cora Caruso’s New Role in the Ursuline Family Cora Caruso was named an Honorary Alumna of Ursuline Academy during the 2018 Baccalaureate Mass. Ms. Cora, as she is affectionately called, has been the school secretary for more than 33 years, where she runs the school’s central office. As many students’ “Ursuline mom,” the school is an extension of her family. At 71 years old, Ms. Cora has no plans to slow down. “I don’t want to retire. I love what I do and I’m grateful that God put me here”, says Ms. Cora. “I have time to refresh during the two summer months.” It isn't very often that the Ursuline Alumnae Association of New Orleans honors a woman who did not attend the Academy through a highly selective nominating process. This formal recognition is reserved for a woman who has demonstrated her love for the Academy, and her devotion to the ideals of courtesy, loyalty, and courage through her service. The nominee shall have demonstrated an established pattern of service over at least a ten-year period. This woman shall exemplify the spirit of Serviam by contributing her time and talent far beyond what is expected of her responsibility to Ursuline. Ms. Cora has exceeded these requirements.
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COR UNUM AWARD
Karrington Knight ’18 Karrington Knight ’18 was selected as the 2018 Cor Unum Award Recipient by the Ursuline Alumnae Association. The award is given to one senior each year. Candidates are judged solely on their love for Ursuline Academy and their honest expression of what the Academy means to them. Director of Alumnae, Christy Jackson Zurcher ’00 (left) and 2013 Cor Unum Recipient, Madeline Berry ’13 (right), presented Karrington with the award at the Alumnae Induction Ceremony following Baccalaureate Mass.
What does it mean to you to be in the 291st graduating class of Ursuline Academy of New Orleans? To be a part of the 291st graduating class of Ursuline Academy, I am full of pride. I am prideful of the grace and strength of the women who have had a hand in what Ursuline is today. The ability to successfully educate and equip young women for such a long time is something I hope to replicate in some form as I enter into my own journey. The educators and mentors, as well as the students who carry the Serviam shield on their hearts, have paved the way for me and my classmates as we leave the cozy halls of Ursuline. Like our predecessors,
we will be able to look in the eyes of adversity well prepared to not only overcome it on our own but also turn to others who can help us along the way. Not only can we walk in the light of our other Ursuline sisters but also create and lead the way for those leaving after us. It is in being a part of the 291st graduating class that I will achieve greatness in my life.
In what ways do you feel your Ursuline education has prepared you for the world in which we live? My Ursuline education has prepared me to speak up for what I believe in and for change. There have been situations where I have seen the need for improvement and felt that action needed to be taken. With even the most difficult topics, administration and faculty have given me the platform to voice my opinions and suggestions while also listening and working with me to revise and better the matter. Getting this practice now will allow me to assess the world in which we live and do my part to make it better. I will be able to articulate and defend my stances while also using teamwork and compromise to create the best possible solution.
Name the most significant value you learned from Ursuline Academy; please use concrete examples to support it. The most significant value I have learned from Ursuline is having the confidence to leap even if you can’t see the ground. As an adolescent, I was painfully shy and did not jump at any opportunity to be in the spotlight. As a scared eighth grader trying to find her place in the new realm of high school, I was voluntold to be a reader for Mass. I timidly accepted
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the task and awaited the dreaded day. That morning with butterflies in my stomach and a cottonmouth, I stood on the podium and read the prayer intentions as best I could. I finished reading, stepped off the podium, and Ms. Joubert asked me, “Ya still alive, right?” Which at the moment was just a sarcastic joke that I easily brushed off, but after reflection, I realized that this question would be my guiding motto for overcoming my fears. By asking “Am I still alive?,” I remind myself that the most obscure or frightening tasks are attainable through planning and preparation, but most importantly - confidence. Like that moment in the chapel, I have consistently asked myself this question in other situations that have given me great anxiety, like running
people to classes that have broadened my perspective and worldview. In the everyday life of an Ursuline girl, you see seniors talking with sophomores, juniors eating lunch with freshmen, and just an overall intermingling of the school. Our Ursuline blue washes away the class mascot colors and unifies us under one family. Not only are we not defined by the different colors of our classes but also the different shades of our skin. As an African American girl, I have never personally witnessed prejudice or discrimination against myself or any other race in my fifteen years in attendance at Ursuline. It is because of this that I have felt so at home in my fifteen years here. While providing an atmosphere where all people feel comfortable, Ursuline has also
“The most significant value I have learned from Ursuline is having the confidence to leap even if you can’t see the ground.” for Class President every year of high school and while shooting my personal best during a tournament. Not only have I used this in my triumphs, but it has also helped me pick myself up in my defeats, like losing the presidency twice. It is because of Ursuline not allowing me to be complacent and shy away from my fears that I strive to live every day by conquering one thing that seems impossible to simply remind myself that I am and everything I do is possible.
What one word describes Ursuline and why? Diverse. Diverse in that Ursuline provides me with the diversified environment from
provided its students with a diverse curriculum that challenges and caters to each of our uniquenesses. I have been able to achieve both by enrolling in the All-Honors Program for all five years where I have learned how to time-manage and prioritize. While challenging myself academically, I have been able to decompress and enhance my artistic talents through multiple art classes, like AP Art, as well as diving deeper into music through my orchestra classes. I believe when one is given the environment to feel comfortable first and then supplied the tools and opportunities to branch out and succeed, the rewards are not only great for the student but also for the Ursuline community as a whole.
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GRADUATION 2018
Merry Mac Class of 2018 Resident Award and President’s Student Aid Program, Louisiana State University; 20172018 National Honor Society Scholarship, National Association of Secondary School Principals; Presidential Scholarship, Rhodes College; Enhanced Merit Scholarship and Vice Presidents’ Scholarship, Saint Louis University; Quintard Award, Sewanee: The University of the South; Presidential Scholar Award, Spring Hill College; Edwardian Scholarship and President’s Excellence Award, St. Edward’s University; Parish Scholarship and University Honors Scholarship, The Catholic University of America; Presidential Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi; Distinguished Scholars Award, Tulane University; USA Dean’s Scholarship: Out-of-State, University of South Alabama; and Benjamin Wofford Scholarship, Wofford College.
Ursuline Academy conducted its 291st commencement exercise on May 19, 2018. Deborah Augustine Elam, an Ursuline graduate of 1979, delivered the commencement address. She is the retired Chief Diversity Officer of GE and President of the GE Foundation. Ms. Elam is currently President and CEO of Corporate Playbook. The ceremony began with an invocation by Sister Ann Barrett, OSU, Prioress of the Ursuline Sisters of New Orleans. Ursuline Academy’s Dean of Students, Karen Mortillaro, served as Mistress of Ceremonies, while High School Principal Alice Bairnsfather and Academy President Dr. Karen Thomas McNay presented awards and diplomas to the graduating seniors.
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The valedictory address was delivered by Raphaella M. Brown, the student who earned the highest cumulative average during her high school career. Raphaella, a resident of Marrero, is the daughter of Captain Jason and Paige
Brown. She was a member of Student Council for five years and served on the Executive Board for the last two years. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, National Art Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society, as well as a five-year member of both varsity softball and basketball teams. This year she was chosen as the Ursuline Education Network (UEN) Senior Scholar Athlete, a Saints/Enterprise Scholar Athlete, and a Cox Inspirational Hero. Brown is also the recipient of an Allstate Sugar Bowl LHSAA scholarship and was chosen as a National Semi-Finalist for the NHS Scholarship Program. She will be attending Loyola University New Orleans as an Ignatian Scholar. Raphaella has been awarded the following scholarships: Dean’s Scholarship and Louisiana Grant, Berry College; Presidential Fellowship, High Point University; 2018 Allstate Sugar Bowl Scholarship, Louisiana High School Athletic Association; Academic Scholars
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at Touro Infirmary and FaithActs Theology Institute. She was most recently a member of the Fierce 5 World’s Team and was a three-year member of the Holy Cross cheerleading team. She will be attending Vanderbilt University where she will cheer for the Commodores. Leah has been awarded the following scholarships: Flagship Scholars Resident Award and President’s Student Aid Program, Louisiana State University; and Engineering Leadership Scholarship and Presidential Scholarship, The University of Alabama; and Vanderbilt NeedBased Grant, Vanderbilt University. The following students were ranked, along with the valedictorian and salutatorians, in the top ten of the graduating class: Blaine O. Fassbender, Nadia V. Haik, Ally E. Haley, Karrington L. Knight, Neha A. Samtani, Olivia A. Sensenbrenner, Leah R. Strickland, and Reagan E. Ulrich. The Edward A. LaFaye Memorial Award is given for outstanding humanitarian service to those inside and outside of Ursuline Academy. It is decided by vote of the senior class. The seniors’ choice for this award was Veronica A. Flores.
Earning the second highest cumulative average was salutatorian, Leah G. Melancon. Leah, a resident of Luling, is the daughter of Alvin and Sheri’ Amundson Melancon. She is a legacy of Ursuline Academy, preceded by her mother. Leah was President of Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, a member of National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Student Council, Lion’s Pride, and was a Student Ambassador. She volunteered
The Sedes Sapientiae Medal, which takes its name from one of the titles of Our Lady “Seat of Wisdom,” is presented annually to the senior whose scholarship, achievement, and loyalty, in the opinion of the faculty, have been consistent and outstanding. This year’s recipient was Raphaella M. Brown. The Sylvia Probst Medal was awarded to Christian A. Shepard for outstanding interest and achievement in English V. The award
is given in honor of Miss Sylvia Probst, who served Ursuline and generations of Ursuline students for 45 years as an English teacher, librarian, assistant principal, and principal. The other graduates were Jessica R. Addvensky, Amaya K. Alexander, Ava L. Allen, MarianaIsabelle G. Alvarez, Megan M. Assavedo, Jasmine A. Bellow, Natalia M. Bereciartua, Jonté M. Bernard, Brenna L. Bonura, Kaitlyn J. Borel, Olivia N. Brown, Katherine A. Burch, Taylor L. Cannon, Ashlie N. Cato, Isabel M. Costa, E’myri L. Crutchfield, Marigold A. Davis, Julianna M. Dimitri, Jordyn A. Domio, Averie N. Duhé, Veronica A. Flores, Camille M. Fowler, Grace L. Gandy, Crystal A. Gray, Macie D. Grubbs, Caitlin C. Haik, Eleanor M. Halm Simmons, Rebekah E. Herberg, Giordin W. Johnson, Larisa M. Klimas, Katti-Lynn Lagasse, Kaitlyn C. Lanaux, Marigny M. Lanaux, Caroline M. Landry, Victoria A. Lee, Delaney E. Ligori, Stephanie C. Loga, Christelle L. Louis Jeune, Angel L. Love, Marlea E. Maddox, Shelly E. Majoué, Colleen R. Maloney, Samantha A. McDaniel, Brooklyn J. Mitchell, Alina S. Mohiuddin, Abigail G. Morse, Abigail M. Mule, Katherine E. Musso, Theresa B. Myers, Trisha Y. Nguyen, Delaney E. Ott, Kennedi B. Pankey, Brianna M. Paz, Victoria L. Porretto, Olivia C. Reed, Molly L. Richard, Natalie Q. Richard, Catherine M. Riddick, Sarah E. Rose, Ashton M. Rowells, Olivia S. Roy, Zoe C. Sayler, Hannah E. Seiler, Lexi M. Sequeira, Lindsey R. Shankle, Christian A. Shepard, Elizabeth A. Squires, Emma C. Vignes, Isabelle R. Ward, Tylar S. Warren, Kourtney A. Weber, Olivia C. Weinstein, Maggie M. Wise, Sydney C. Worthy, and Michaela A. Zeno.
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GRADUATION 2018
Olivia Sensenbrenner, 2018 CLC Medal Recipient
LEGACIES AND LONGEVITY
Legacies Legacies are graduates who have a mother and/or grandmother who is an alumna of Ursuline.
The CLC Medal, Ursuline Academy’s highest award, is given in recognition of the senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has exemplified to an outstanding degree the qualities of Courtesy, Loyalty, and Courage expected of the Ursuline student.
Pictured (back row, from left) are Odessa Elston Burch-Pilié ’51 (Katherine Burch), Nathalie Nelson Ward ’83 (Isabelle Ward), Helen Honoree Myers ’84 (Theresa Myers), Kecia Charles ’90 (Kourtney Weber), Anna-Karletta Armstrong Alexander ’89 (Amaya Alexander), Cassandra Pelias Fowler ’82 (Camille Fowler), Erika McConduit ’95 (Kennedi Pankey), Nadia Corzantes Haik ’84 (Caitlin and Nadia Haik), Honorable Madeleine Landrieu ’80 and Verna Satterlee Landrieu ’50 (Olivia Sensenbrenner), Sheri’ Amundson Melancon ’87 (Leah Melancon), Melissa Danos Grubbs ’94 (Macie Grubbs), Frances Becnel Zemlik ’91 (Rebekah Herberg), and Lee Cangelosi Maloney ’40 (Colleen Maloney).
Longevity Longevity awards are presented to graduating seniors who have attended Ursuline Academy since kindergarten or before. Pictured (back row, from left) are Lindsey Shankle, Christian Shepard, Natalie Richard, Macie Grubbs, and Isabelle Ward. (Front row, from left) Julianna Dimitri, Mariana-Isabelle Alvarez, Elizabeth Squires, Karrington Knight, Tylar Warren, and Abigail Morse. 22
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UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES
UA RE CHAMPIONS
The 85 graduates earned a total of $9,761,613 in scholarships and completed a total of 4,087 service hours. Graduates of the Class of 2018 were accepted to the following universities and colleges: Arizona State University Auburn University Auburn University at Montgomery Ave Maria University Baylor University Bennett College Berry College Clark Atlanta University College of Charleston Dillard University Florida Polytechnic University Florida State University Fordham University Grambling State University Hampton University High Point University Hollins University Illinois Wesleyan University Jackson State University Johnson C. Smith University Louisiana State University
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Loyola University New Orleans McNeese State University Millsaps College Mississippi State University New York Institute of Technology Nicholls State University North Carolina Central University Northwestern State University of Louisiana Our Lady of Holy Cross College Pace University, New York City Pacific University Philander Smith College Ranger College Rhodes College Saint Augustine's University Saint Louis University Savannah College of Art and Design Sewanee: The University of the South Southeastern Louisiana University Southern University and A&M College Spring Hill College
St. Edward's University Stetson University Talladega College Temple University Texas Christian University The Catholic University of America The University of Alabama The University of Alabama in Huntsville The University of Tampa Tulane University Tulane University School of Professional Advancement University of Advancing Technology University of Charleston University of Cincinnati University of Denver University of Illinois at Chicago University of Kansas University of Kentucky University of Louisiana Lafayette University of Louisiana at Monroe University of Mississippi University of Missouri Kansas City University of New Orleans University of North Carolina at Charlotte University of Richmond University of South Alabama University of Southern Mississippi University of the Ozarks Vanderbilt University Virginia State University Winston-Salem State University Wofford College Xavier University of Louisiana
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2017-18 Athletics Review
BASKETBALL Another State Championship is twice as nice! Congratulations to the Ursuline Lions on winning the 2018 Division II LHSAA State Basketball Championship.
COLLEGE SIGNEES Nine athletes from the Merry Mac Class of 2018 signed a National Letter of Intent to play a college sport. They are pictured with Coach Williams from left: Kourtney Weber (basketball) Florida State University, Macie Grubbs (volleyball) University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Jonté Bernard (track) Southeastern Louisiana University, Olivia Brown (softball) Spring Hill College, Karrington Knight (golf) Rhodes College, Giordin Johnson (basketball) Ranger College, Olivia Weinstein (volleyball) Loyola University New Orleans, Brooklyn Mitchell (basketball) The University of Kansas, and Jessica Addvensky (volleyball) McNeese State University. uauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauauaua • the ursu.lines • 2018
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Athletics Review CROSS COUNTRY Ella Rose Stock-Bordnick finished 6th out of 124 runners in the 3A State Meet. • All-State: Ella Rose Stock-Bordnick •
GOLF Metro Winners • Karrington Knight finished 6th at the Division I State Tournament and was selected as a WWL/McDonald’s A+ Athlete. •
SWIMMING •
Finished 10th out of 24 teams in Division III State Meet.
VOLLEYBALL •
Top 28 State Tournament for 2nd year in a row, 23-10 overall season record.
Athletic Awards PAT TAYLOR AWARD •
Kourtney Weber
BROTHER EUGENE AWARD •
Katie Elam
ENTERPRISE SCHOLAR ATHLETE AND NATIONAL INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION STATE SCHOLARSHIP •
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Off the Court with Basketball Standout Kourtney Weber ’18 Kourtney Weber has no shortage of awards and accolades for her performance on the court as basketball guard for the varsity team. Aside from being named the 2017-18 Gatorade Louisiana Girls Basketball Player of the Year and Most Outstanding Player of the Allstate Sugar Bowl LHSAA Girls Prep Basketball Championships, she has lots of trophies, medals, and even a governmental proclamation in her collection. This was no surprise to many including Andrea Williams, our Head Basketball Coach and Athletic Director. Coach Williams noticed her talent early on especially when she exceeded 1,000 points in her 10th grade year. It is Kourtney’s skills both on and off the court that make her special. If you observe Kourtney in action on the court, in the classroom, or out in the community, you will notice that she’s a star player and a star person. She already has a clear command of winning traits that many take a lifetime to master—goal-oriented, hardworking, and focused. “Kourtney is always pushing for the next level, she has a strong work ethic,” said Coach Williams. “She sacrifices to perfect her craft.” Before graduating from high school, Kourtney shared her aspiration of becoming an All American and ACC Freshman in college. She even has her eyes focused on the Final Four. She signed a National Letter of Intent to play basketball on scholarship at Florida State University in the fall.
Kourtney’s hard work is also noticed in the classroom where she maintained a 3.14 GPA. She has a tough training schedule but that doesn’t take priority over her academic achievement. She is laser focused when she’s in study hall. She will major in business and wants to become an entrepreneur. She has already taken interest in specific commercial business ventures. It gives Coach Williams an extra feeling of pride to know her players leave with a bigger picture of winning. She and her coaching staff aim to teach life lessons as well as game skills. Kourtney learned perseverance the hard way. Following being named the Class 4A Player of the Year as a sophomore, she only played three games during her junior year due to a knee
injury. She didn’t throw in the towel. She was focused on her goal to recover and rebuild her strength. She put in the hard work and trained hard to return to the game stronger. Rigorous academics and rehab were daily pursuits for one year. “My teammates, coaches, and Ursuline family were really supportive to me during this time,” Kourtney said. “I matured as a player and as a person”. The coaching staff has mixed emotions when players leave. They are sad to no longer have them as part of the team. They are also excited and happy about their future possibilities. Our Ursuline family looks forward to hearing of Kourtney’s continued success on and off the court.
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WEDDINGS
Alumnae Marriages
’09
Christine Baudouin & Tyler Ewing
Amanda Hymel & Nicholas Diecidue
’08
’08 Jamie Shields & Andre Legrand
’10
Sarah Parent & James Rosenbloom
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’08 Brittany Collura & Casey Davis
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Jessica Young & Michael Parich, Jr.
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WEDDINGS
’10
Annie Krasnow & Matthew Palmer
’96
Tia Zeno & Matthew Brown
’09
Claire Magner & Sean Holcomb
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Christine Sabathia & Patrick McCourtney
’05
Stephanie Bullick & Thomas Fox, Jr.
’02
Elizabeth Roques & Chris Klein
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MIRACLES
’08
Trey & Bridget Beninate Ardeneaux a daughter, Abigail Grace
’01
Donnie & Megan Dawson Broussard a son, Dawson Glen
Christopher & MaryAnne Stetler Natale a daughter, Autumn Lynne
’03 ’97
George & Monica George Riggs a son, Carson George
William & Jeanne Darce Tomasak a daughter, Omily McCabe
Patrick & Christine Sabathia McCourtney a son, Noah Edmund
’99
’03
’01
Robert & Lane Zeringue Daspit a son, Rex Charles
’00
John & Linda Bonitto St. Amant a son, Alexander George
’06
Alexander & Meghann Harney Rooney a son, Arthur Richard
’06
Jon Pierre & Ami Shuford Pastorek a daughter, Chloe Elise
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’00 John-Michael & Heather Haydel Alvarado a son, Connor Michael
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Travis & Kristin Ingraham Sylve a son, Kohen James
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John & Kelly Covington Holliday a daughter, Madison Lucille
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Marcell & Sarah Barrow London a son, Jace Joel
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Rashan & Antonia Hawkins Cylar a son, Keaton David
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ALUMNAE HAPPENINGS
URSULINE DAY Members of the Skip Class of 1974 enjoyed the first Ursuline Day at the Old Ursuline Convent.
LEPRECHAUN LUNCHEON Our 8th grade Leps enjoyed visiting with the original Leprechaun classes during an on-campus luncheon.
ALUMNAE ST. ANGELA FEAST DAY SERVICE Alumnae living in Dallas, New Orleans, and Baton Rouge gathered together in service to celebrate St. Angela’s Feast Day. Pictured: Christy Jackson Zurcher ’00 joined alumnae in Dallas.
ALUMNAE NETWORKING Sr. Rosemary Meiman ’46, Archivist, and the Merry Macs of 2012 enjoyed the Spring Alumnae Networking Social inside the campus museum.
SUPER TERRIFIC HAPPY HOUR Mac, Skip, or Sioux...Alumnae Happy Hour is always a fun time!
HIGH SCHOOL CAREER DAY Ursuline alumnae always enjoy coming back to State Street to participate in Career Day.
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AROUND STATE STREET
The student-led Arts Festival was a wonderful showcase of the many talents of Ursuline Girls of all ages.
St. Angela’s Feast Day is always a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and live out our motto of Serviam.
Junior Skips received their senior sweaters and a special treat from the Alumnae Office courtesy of Ashley Hansen ’91 of Hansen’s Sno-Bliz.
In a surprise assembly, we welcomed 23 seventh grade Ursuline girls to continue on State Street as 2018-19 high school students.
’98
Bonnie Bowler & Mert Saygin
’08
Family, friends, and students gathered for the Early Childhood Mardi Gras Parade in the courtyard, complete with floats, music, beads, and dancing.
Our fourth grade authors celebrated writing and illustrating their own books with a book release party.
Jamie Shields & Andre Legrand
Bryson enjoyed being Principal For The Day with Mrs. Gosey Ursuline dads and their daughters enjoyed dressing up as their favorite movie characters during the Elementary Father-Daughter Dance.
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Merry Macs of 2018 started a new tradition in order to pass down the Mac name to their little sisters.
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ABOUT ALUMNAE
URSULINE GIRLS
(From left) Autumn Cafiero Giusti ’96, Nikki Trufant-Wade ’97, Monica George Riggs ’97, and Betsy Schmidt ’97 enjoyed catching signature Ursuline beads during the Krewe of Rex parade.
1965
1976
1990
DR. EMILIE GAGNET LEUMAS Director of Archives and Records for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, wrote Speaking French in Louisiana, 1720 - 1955: Linguistic Practices of the Catholic Church.
LAURA ARNETTE MCPHAIL
1979 DEBORAH AUGUSTINE ELAM
1997 DR. CHARLOTTE MILAZZO, DVM Opened her very own practice, New Orleans Animal Health Clinic.
1999 Owner of Bon Temps, opened her first store at 603 ½ Metairie Road. Bon Temps Boutique is Southern Preppy children's clothing and gifts from infant to tween.
1992
MARYBETH DROWN MEACHAM
JENINE DABON Nurse practitioner and health coach, operates the Tulane Living Well Clinic for university employees. Awarded the Deborah Augustine Elam Leadership Scholarship to Ursuline student, Isabelle Giangrosso. Co-chaired an event with her Women’s Club in Richmond, Virginia. The event was a talk with Brian Kilmeade on his latest book, Andrew Jackson and the Miracle of New Orleans: The Battle That Shaped America’s Destiny.
1988 MICHELLE LINTON Is now the Development Director for The Salvation Army New Orleans.
1989 KAREN MACKEY Communications Director for The Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, won a 2018 Polly Bond Award. She came in third place for her feature article, “Walking to Jerusalem with Christ Church, Covington.”
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SHANNON FOLSE GROSCH Was named a 2018 City Business Health Care Hero.
1993 JENNIFER HAYES BUBRIG Is the Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Memphis. She is a faculty member in the College of Education's Department of Instruction and Curriculum Leadership. She was recently awarded the Chairs Excellence Award for her department. Teacher preparation is her passion as she not only teaches but coaches and mentors teacher candidates in the clinical setting. Jennifer has presented nationally on her work, including the 2017 annual meeting for The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education.
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ASHLEY FLOYD Is the Senior Director of Development and Community Relations at The Chicago Center for Arts & Technology.
2003
2015
EMILY SMITH Convention Services Manager for New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau, launched “Cool Cousin,” a website and app that “helps leisure travelers get the inside scoop from locals on all of their spots. It’s very personal and will hopefully help all of us travel smarter.”
MIGON BLANC Won an award from Loyola University New Orleans for outstanding achievement in service learning.
2007
2016
DODY NOLAN PIPER Is the Supervisor of Visitor Services for the National WWII Museum.
LAUREN BAGNERIS Was chosen to be a team leader for Louisiana State University’s Service Breaks. She went to Ghana to provide service for children.
2000
2008
ASHLEY MORGAN Received the Ad Club of New Orleans Award for “Media Person of the Year.”
LAURA LONDON
DR. KATHERINE GARRISON SCHILLING Was selected to participate in the Science Ambassador Fellowship at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia. The CDC Science Ambassador Fellowship provides training in curriculum design and teaching strategies that engage students in math and science using reallife epidemiology and public health science examples.
2002 ELIZABETH ROQUES KLEIN Brand Manager for The Coca-Cola Company, was a part of the team that rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange in celebration of the recast of Diet Coke.
Had three of her personal designs featured in the 2018 Savannah College of Art and Design Fashion Show.
SYDNEY CLARK Won Spring Hill College’s 2018 Robin Goodwin Memorial Award in Communication Arts.
GABRIELLE WITTER A biochemistry major at Spring Hill College, was accepted to the Atlantis Project in Milan, Italy for five weeks in the Summer of 2018. “The Atlantis Project allows pre-health and pre-medical students the opportunity to travel a country in South America or Europe to shadow a variety of doctors and explore the country. This program grants extensive experience shadowing doctors which is necessary for applying to medical school.”
2012
2017
GABRIELLE STEIB
INGEBORG HYDE Currently attends Tulane University where she is studying public health. In the true spirit of Serviam, Ingeborg has continued her “Happy Feet” project which she started in 7th grade while at Ursuline. Happy Feet is a used sock drive that benefits the homeless population of New Orleans. She collected 250 pairs of socks in her first year at Tulane. The socks were donated to Ozanam Inn, a homeless shelter in downtown New Orleans.
Teaches English as a second language at a New Orleans charter school. She has also modeled jewelry for local designer, Mignon Faget. Photo credit: Mignon Faget, Ltd.
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IN MEMORIAM
Husband of
Linda Gernon Livaudais ’61 Elizabeth Goll Orr ’61 Mary Ann Goll Morvant ’66 Shelley Stewart Leaumont ’67 Kathleen Spurlock Wood ’72
Daughter of
Mary Ann Doud Bendernagel HM Hilda Marie Haydel Waguespack ’24 (DEC) Mary Tujague Membreno ’57
Son of
Mildred Hatrel Jeansonne ’34, C’38 (DEC) Mary Babst Heidingsfelder C’36 (DEC)
Alumnae
Anne Bendernagel AM Fanny Gagnet Toppino HM Yvonne Duplantier Pugh ’36, C’40 Mary Isabelle “Belle” Robb Schott ’37, C’41 Virginia Schneidau Murphy C’38 Veronica McCune Edwards ’42, C’46 Faye Lousteau Lasseigne ’46 Mary Lachin LeBlanc C’42 Verna Dupuy Ortega ’42 Kathryn Nizer ’43 Patricia “Pat” Delord Garcia ’44 Mary Louise Mossy Christovich ’45 Lucille Weyman Deas ’51, C’55 Anne Marie Moore Youngblood ’52, C’56 Mary Aitken Britsch ’53 Edwina Rita Chassaniol McCready ’54 Jerolynn Liberto Jennings ’56 Jane Gisevius ’61 Sarah Spinks Suddreath ’61 Julie Breaud DeMahy ’67
Mother of
Jane Lousteau Collier ’58 Gail Lousteau ’63 Charlotte Dussé Haro ’67 Louise LeBlanc Newman ’67 40
Loretta Lasseigne Ragland ’68 Therese LeBlanc ’71 Mary Ann LeBlanc ’73 Gwen Youngblood Petitbon ’82 Cheryl Haydel ’88
Stepmother of
Charlotte Toppino Fagan ’54 Sr. Jacqueline Toppino, OSU ’55 (DEC) Suzanne Toppino Colligan ’70 (DEC)
Father of
Jane Brauner Duvernay ’65 Pamela Casey Stanton ’72 Katherine Casey Caffery ’76 Shannon Casey Countryman AME Karen Lacour Lemoine ’81 Angele Kraft Gibson ’83 Pamela Rothschild Braedt ’84 Cheryl Haydel ’88 Ann Leaumont Harold ’89 Laney Williams Fortinberry ’91 Leslie Favié Rosamond ’92 Colin Ponthieux Minster ’96 Jennifer Labit Mumford ’97 Jessica Benigno ’04
Sister of
Marjorie Rivet Cambre ’34 (DEC) Sr. Teresita Rivet, OSU ’36, C’40 (DEC) Ellen “Izzy” Geheeb C’40 (DEC) Doris Rivet Macgowan C’43 (DEC) Irma Geheeb Peltier C’44 (DEC) Gloria Lachin Mouledoux C’45 (DEC) Janet Rivet Anderson ’49 Helen Cecil Moore ’54 Anne Lousteau ’63 Pamela Rein Sontag ’66 Mary Bendernagel Pellessier ’78
Brother of
Dora Casey Joubert ’39, C’43 (DEC) Peggy Casey LeBlanc ’43, C’47 (DEC) Faye Lousteau Lasseigne ’46 (DEC) Elizabeth “Betty” Talbot Quinn ’51 (DEC) Rowena Simoneaux Walsh ’51 Patricia Talbot Hotard ’52 Suzanne Toca Browne ’56 Dayle Lacour Bradford ’58 Anne Lousteau ’63 Alice Simoneaux Godbold ’69 Annette Green Alvarez ’79
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Grandson of Julie Tribou Ducote ’85
Grandfather of Nikki Lee ’00 Charlotte Farrugia ’04 Jami Lacour ’07 Jennie Lacour ’11 Christine Butler ’10
Grandmother of Cherrie Barthelemy ’87 Bridget Barthelemy ’91 Robyn DeGruy Kiper ’96 Kelli Cook Morrell ’01 Erika Szabo Luening ’03 Laure Cook ’05 Christiane Petitbon ’15 Aimée Petitbon ’17
Mother-in-law of Gina Powell Boudreaux ’86 Melissa Maire Dejan ’88 Betty Sue Ermon Lasseigne ’70
Father-in-law of
Aunt of
Elizabeth “Liz” Duplantier AMH Marjorie “Marge” Cambre Reynolds ’56 Elizabeth Ann “Betty Ann” Rivet Hilsman ’64 Shelby Macgowan St. Romain ’65 Loretta Lasseigne Ragland ’68 Mary Janet Cambre Bourgeois ’69 Margaret Duplantier ’69 Nancy Rivet Doerries ’72 Jeanne Duplantier ’75 Emilie Gagnet Leumas ’76 Louise Duplantier Cragin ’77 Elizabeth “Cissy” Cerise Laforge ’77 Helene Cerise ’79 Dorothy “Dolly” Duplantier ’82 Mary Cerise Roper ’83 Jennifer Johnson Molina ’85 Chanelle Gaither ’93 Alexis Llorens ’96 Dr. Leslie Lousteau Weeks ’96 Dr. Shayla Gaither Wilbert ’96 Mary Lousteau Roche ’00
Great Aunt of
Uncle of
Carolyn Casey Barrois ’61 Connie Casey O’Donnell ’66 Loretta Lasseigne Ragland ’68 Diana Pivach Alfortish ’76 Dr. Leslie Lousteau Weeks ’96 Lisa Lavie Martin ’99 Mary Lousteau Roche ’00 Emily Lavie Mjelde ’03
Great Uncle of
Stephanie Alfortish Brown ’01 Elizabeth Casey ’07 Mary Alfortish ’09 Alexandra Vallon ’10 Sarah Vallon ’14
Niece of
Ma Mère Claire Rivet 1906 (DEC) Mother St. Pierre Rivet 1914 (DEC)
Cousin of
Sr. Teresita Rivet, OSU ’36, C’40 (DEC) Adele Rivet ’44 (DEC)
Alison Bourgeois Hebert ’96 Kadee Doerries Hurst ’00
Tara Clesi Lacour ’84
Sister-in-law of
Faye Lousteau Lasseigne ’46 (DEC) Jane Deas ’50 Joycelyn LaRocca Scaffidi ’55 Celeste Wegmann Lousteau ’68
Brother-in-law of Ethel Langenstein Lanaux ’50 Linda Goll Finley ’65 Mary Ann Goll Morvant ’66 Celeste Wegmann Lousteau ’68 Hilda Goll Lavie ’71 Belinda Gemelli Craven ’87
AME Associate Member, Elementary AMH Associate Member, High School AMC Associate Member, College DEC Deceased HM Honorary Member
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