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“Dedicated to do all of which woman is capable and which will most benefit the dear neighbor.” – Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Primitive Constitution
Throughout the month of October, St. Catherine University celebrated the presidential inauguration. To view highlights and watch a video of the installation ceremony, visit stkate.edu/inauguration.
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Greetings from the Board In this special edition of St. Catherine University Magazine, we bring you the inauguration of our 11th president, ReBecca Koenig Roloff ’76, MBA. We are grateful to Kathleen O’Brien, chair of the Presidential Search Advisory Committee, and the committee members who diligently brought forward superior candidates and, ultimately, a new president. Becky is a superb choice — an experienced leader, a devoted advocate for women’s education and a positive and joyful presence. The Board of Trustees unanimously agreed. We are also grateful to Karen Rauenhorst, who served as interim president and inaugural committee chair. Karen, along with co-chairs Joan Mitchell, CSJ, and Anne Weyandt ’83, and the Planning and Logistics Committees, created a day that combined spirituality and solemnity with a jubilant celebration. Whether you attended all or part of the day, or were not able to join us, we hope this magazine conveys the splendor of this historic day. Margaret Ford ’82 Chair, Board of Trustees
Jean Wincek, CSJ, ’62 Vice Chair, Board of Trustees
A Message from the President As magic and wonder go, it is hard to imagine a more memorable day, a day more tied to the three-pronged mission of our University. As I looked through the first draft of this inauguration issue, all the feelings of that day rushed back and I felt it all again — my heels on the tile, Mark’s hand in mine, our children behind us, the music lifting all spirits, the smiles and nods lining the aisle, the majestic color of the Archbishop’s robes, the readings, the blessing, the procession, the flags, the stories, the drums and the singing. I thank, with all my heart, the unbelievable team who planned and orchestrated that very special day, and those who created this issue. That day was not for me; it was for us — all of us who support the mission of St. Catherine University. It was a tribute and a call to remember the Sisters of St. Joseph, their vision and the men who were their allies. More than a century ago, they committed to taking young women seriously by giving them access to an incredible education. In this time in history, when some measure friendships by the number of messages on their smartphones, dismiss access to education as an elitist endeavor, or believe hope in the future is foolish, we choose to believe that educating women to lead and influence — 100 years ago or today — has never been more important. In this upcoming holiday season, let us celebrate all that is possible when we help each other to remember that friends and family are real, that education does change lives, and a commitment to vision and hard work will ensure a future we can all only imagine. I wish you and those you love great peace and happiness this season, and all of 2017. ReBecca Koenig Roloff ’76, MBA
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ReBecca Koenig Roloff formally took her place on October 11 as the University’s 11th president in its 111th year.
The colors of President Roloff’s academic gown represent her graduate degree from Harvard University.
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The inauguration festivities began with dinner for 220 invited guests in Coeur de Catherine. In her remarks, President ReBecca “Becky” Roloff thanked them for their love and support.
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6 1 Becky greets Dianne Arnold and Trustee emeritus Michael Galvin, Jr. 2 Mark and Karen Rauenhorst with Mark Roloff.
4 Trustees emeritae Anne Ward Miller ’63 (right) and Susan Schmid Morrison ’60 with her husband John.
6 Former St. Kate’s presidents Mary Broderick, Anita Pampusch ’62 and Catherine McNamee, CSJ share a moment with the current president.
5 Sam and Luke Roloff make a toast to their mother.
3 The president’s in-laws, Jeanne (WEC’86) and Norman Roloff.
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Cathy Steffens, CSJ, ’67 carrying the altar cloth; the Roloff family; well wishers, including alumnae and faculty, lay hands in reverence on the president.
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“God and love are everywhere...” — President Roloff
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Margaret Ford ’82, board chair (left), and Jean Wincek, CSJ, ’62, vice chair, joined President Roloff on the quad to view the procession, a vibrant event that’s equal parts tradition and pageantry.
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1 Nearly 100 student leaders, representing various St. Kate’s clubs and organizations, reflected the community’s enthusiastic support of its new leader. 2 Student Senate president Shannon McKeever ’17 and her peers couldn’t resist a selfie.
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6 1, 2 St. Kate’s Taiko drummers opened the ceremony and the Women’s Choir performed musical interludes. 3 Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith delivered formal greetings from the greater community and read Governor Dayton’s proclamation designating October 11, 2016 as St. Catherine University Day.
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4, 5 Speakers included Ruth Haag Brombach ’60 and Shannon McKeever ’17, president of the Student Senate — who along with Professor Susan Trelstad, Donna Hauer and David Sengstock — brought messages of support from St. Kate’s alumnae, students, faculty and staff.
6 A standing ovation for President Roloff after she receives the University’s medallion and chain of office, and keepsakes from the Sisters of St. Joseph (a copy of the order’s primitive constitution and lace from Le Puy, France, where the congregation was founded).
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Watch the installation ceremony online at stkate.edu/inauguration
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1 President Roloff, a former resident advisor (RA), with current RAs Katie Molnau ’17, Courtney Kostreba ’17, Nicole Szyszka ’17, Mary Oluwalowo ’16, and Annette Handy ’17. 2 Kaylee Kalbow ’20 was among the many Katies taking souvenir photos.
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3 St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman 4 Becky’s niece Ellie Winicour and her daughter, Celia. 5 Richard Whittecar, a delegate from Old Dominion University, and his wife Cathy.
6 Classmates and friends Marilyn Grochala Gorham ’76, Patti Riha ’76, Jane Lutz Naumann ’76, Karen Bly Koenig ’76, Tammy Jablonsky Sattler and Renee Hochhalter.
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“...this day serves as a wonderful tribute to all that the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet could ever have imagined when five of them trudged in snow for a mile up Grand Avenue...” — President Roloff
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The Presidential Medallion and Chain of Office bears the seal of the University and names of St. Kate’s first 10 presidents.
Antonia McHugh, CSJ, 1929–1937 Eucharista Galvin, CSJ, ’24, Ph.D., 1937–1943 Antonius Kennelly, CSJ, ’26, Ph.D., 1943–1949 Antonine O’Brien, CSJ, ’26, 1949–1955 Mary William Brady, CSJ, ’31, Ph.D., 1955–1961 Mary Edward Healy, CSJ, Ph.D., 1961–1964 Alberta M. Huber, CSJ, ’37, Ph.D., 1964–1979 Catherine T. McNamee, CSJ, Ph.D., 1979–1984 Anita Pampusch ’62, Ph.D., 1984–1997 Andrea J. Lee, IHM, Ph.D., 1998–2016
“…all women, all linked together...I will always need the wisdom, strength, compassion and boldness [this chain of office] represents — the women presidents who have gone before me.” — Rebecca Koenig Roloff ’76, MBA following her investiture by the Board of Trustees.
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