Mount St. Mary’s University, Spring 2010 Faith | Discovery | Leadership | Community

Inside the Thomas J. Harrington, C’78, has seen the evil in the world. Yet he has never lost FBI his faith in the good.

$5 President’s Letter

Monday, March 8, 2010, was an historic day for the Mount community. On that date, our Board of Trustees, chaired by Gene Waldron, C’64, adopted an aggressive Vision Statement to guide the continued growth of our university. Our new Vision Statement is an overarching roadmap of where we, in the Mount community, hope to be by 2015. The strategic initiatives outlined designate the necessary allocation of resources that will better serve our students, alumni and community.

Let me highlight a few aspects in understanding and • A visitors’ center for our to keep our historic campus that will be of interest to our practicing their Catholic Grotto for the many pilgrims vibrant for future generations of alumni and friends. First, faith and to help our who visit annually Mounties. However, throughout the Trustees reasserted their students of other faiths to • The development of a this articulation of our future, unwavering commitment to five develop a mature spiritual Mount village to provide we have also reasserted what broad areas of activity that will life homes for our faculty and we will always be–a proudly characterize the Mount: • Maintaining the distinctive staff Catholic university. We are • A strong, vibrant Catholic quality of our seminary as committed to the Catholic faith, • Continuing our commitment the pursuit and witness of truth, identity we reach out to dioceses to develop a sustainable, throughout the nation and grounding all of our students • Excellence in academics environmentally-friendly in the liberal arts. As we bring • A comprehensive student • Initiating new academic campus with a solar farm the uniqueness of the Mount life program programs in human services, and new use of geothermal experience to new students, biological sciences and technology our undergraduate, residential • A strong financial base nursing • Adding new academic space program will continue to be our • A national recruitment • Growing the endowment in Bradley Hall primary focus. program to attract talented from a current value of • Upgrading our antiquated students $40 million to $54 million I urge you to look at the electrical infrastructure entire Vision Statement at Some specifics that the Trustees in order to provide more www.msmary.edu/vision. I am have asked us to focus on during scholarships for students While these new programs will confident that you will find it the next few years include: require new resources, we will Within the Vision Statement, keep our tuition and fees at the inspiring in charting a course • Revising our core our Trustees have also set some median of our peer institutions. for our future. curriculum, to continue to new goals for the physical This will require modest growth stress the importance of the development of our campus. in our student body, particularly liberal arts in the formation These projects will include: in the areas of continuing and of virtuous citizens • Retrofitting Sheridan and graduate education and through • Establishing a Leadership Pangborn residence halls online learning opportunities. Thomas H. Powell Institute to better prepare with fire suppression systems Our Trustees, along with campus President our students for those • A new student fitness/ responsibilities leaders and faculty, recognize wellness center that the Mount must continue • Enhancing the services • A walking/running trail to grow and respond to our ever- provided by Campus system for the east campus changing society. Indeed, this Ministry to further is what we have always done engage our students

Mount Magazine Spring MOUNT2010 Mount Magazine is published two times a year for magazine alumni and friends of Mount St. Mary’s University by the office of communications. The staff of Mount Magazine reserves the right to reprint all or portions of any comments we may receive unless you specifically request otherwise. Opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent opinions of the editors nor policies of Mount Cover Story St. Mary’s University. Mount Magazine welcomes reader response. We reserve the right to edit letters for style and length. In addition to posted letters, we 16 Inside the FBI welcome comments by email. All correspondence intended for publication must be signed and include a Thomas J. Harrington, C’78, shares an current address. Comments may be sent via email to: inside view from his 25 years with the FBI. [email protected] By Lisa Gregory Or in writing to: Mount Magazine Mount St. Mary’s University 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Board of Trustees Mr. Eugene M. Waldron, Jr., C’64, Chair Mr. Robert J. Smith, C’64, Vice Chair Rev. Thomas P. Ferguson, Secretary Mr. Michael Holly, Treasurer Mr. Richard J. Bolte, Jr., C’79 Mr. John R. Bransfield, Jr., C’63 Mr. Kevin B. Cashen, C’83 Mr. David P. Conaghan, C’81 Mr. John E. Coyne, III, C’77 Mr. Xavier J. DeCaire, C’73 Mr. Kevin P. Dowd, C’70 Rev. Msgr. John J. Enzler, S’73 Rev. Gerard Francik Ms. Martha M. Kenney, C’75 Ms. Mary Lear, SJC’65 Most Reverend William E. Lori, S’77 Mrs. Alice R. Mahoney, C’86 Most Reverend Francis Malooly Mr. James V. McAveney, Jr., C’66 Dr. Frank P. Merolla, C’63 Feature Articles Rev. Thomas J. Mullelly, C’74 Mr. Scott Newkam, C’72 Ms. Suzanne Nicholson 20 The Mount and the FBI Most Reverend Edwin F. O’Brien Dozens of Mount alumni are serving their country Ms. Hilary C. O’Donnell, C’83 Mount Rev. Vincent O’Malley at the Bureau. Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhoades, C’79 Mr. Thomas C. Rogers, Jr., C’82 Departments By Lisa Gregory Mr. Simba Sana, C’90 Maj. Gen. John Anthony Studds, USMC (Ret.), C’60 2 On Campus President 22 The Peace Corps: A Journey of Thomas H. Powell 13 Grotto News Discovery Executive Officers Dan S. Soller, Executive Vice President 14 Seminary News An alumnus explores how the pillars of John T. Butler, Vice President for University Advancement Pauline Engelstätter, Vice President for University Affairs Mount St. Mary’s dovetail with the goals of Michael S. Malewicki, Vice President for Business and 26 Generations Finance the Peace Corps. David B. Rehm, Vice President for Academic Affairs Campaign By Dick Hart, C’65 Msgr. Steven P. Rohlfs, S.T.L., S.T.D., Vice President/ Rector of the Seminary 30 Mount Sports Academic Deans 24 Investing in the Future Dr. David W. Bushman, School of Natural Science 32 Class Notes and Mathematics The Glenna DeWitt Osnos Scholarship Fund Dr. William G. Forgang, School of Business Dr. Joshua P. Hochschild, College of Liberal Arts 42 Chapter Notes reaches far beyond the Mount. Dr. Barbara Martin Palmer, School of Education and By Lisa Gregory Human Services 44 First Person Mount Magazine staff An Amazing Life, John Linda Sherman, Director of University Communications “I am forever grateful for receiving Kate Charuhas, Director of University Marketing Rieger, C’39 Fawn R. O’Hara, Director of Publications Barbara L. Ruppert, Magazine Editor and By Andrea Novotny Foley, this scholarship and this honor. …” Communications Consultant C’76 photographers Dan Beigel; Samuel M. Gray, seminary photographer; Tom Lesser, Bruce Weller printing Graphcom, Inc., Gettysburg, Pa. For the latest news, visit www.msmary.edu. Got a story you’re dying to write for Mount Magazine? Send your idea to [email protected] or to Mount Magazine, 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD 21727. 2 On Campus

In addition to our Mount community outpouring of support (tens of thousands of dollars) for Haitian relief efforts after this winter’s devastating earthquake, several Mounties assisted in person. The Mount Is on

Chris Fletcher, C’96, sent us Recent graduate Samantha word that his father, Dr. H. Russell, C’09, is currently a Stephen Fletcher, C’63, and volunteer teacher with The others assisted in Milot, Haiti Haitian Project and was in Haiti (70 miles from Port au Prince). during the earthquake. She was We have more than 2,000 fans This group of volunteers, led fine and provided treatment and are waiting for you to join. by Dr. Fletcher, is part of the and direction for her Haitian Become a fan of the Mount’s Sovereign Military Hospitaller students. Samantha’s mother Facebook page and keep up Order of Malta. Dr. Fletcher, a provided periodic updates and with former classmates, plus general and vascular surgeon, noted, “Samantha continues see the latest in sports, student has been volunteering in Haiti to grow in her faith, and her happenings, academics and even for the last several years and experiences at the Mount helped job openings. You can also visit leading a team of doctors, her to draw on her strengths, the “Fan Photos” section and see residents and nurses to provide her knowledge of survival skills pictures dating back to 1962 as care where it is needed. His and the character building she well as present-day activities. Or team arrived four days after the received.” post your own! earthquake and saw the worst. Visit www.msmary.edu and click Read Dr. Fletcher’s full journal on the Facebook image on the on the web at www.msmary. homepage. edu/FletcherJournal.

Safety First The Mount's Department of Public “This type of training and hands- Safety officers and Residence on experience is essential for us Life staff members took part in a so we can stay ahead of the curve two-day safety training seminar in keeping the Mount campus during winter break. The seminar, safe,” says Mount Dean of conducted by the Frederick Student Affairs Michael Taberski. County Sheriff's Office SWAT “We need to be prepared for team, ran the Mount officers and anything.” staff members through real-life scenarios including kidnappings, This kind of seminar is just hostage situations and the how one of many workshops and and why's of preserving a crime real-life training exercises the scene. Mount's Public Safety officers and Residence Life staff members attend each year.

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Partnership Brings Clean Energy Plant to Mount Campus and Frederick County

Mount St. Mary’s University “Constellation Energy is pleased “Fake out on recently announced a to be partnering with the Christmas” partnership with Constellation state of Maryland and Mount Energy Group to create and St. Mary’s University on the A team of Mount St. Mary’s house one of the nation’s largest Generating Clean Horizons students worked with the solar photovoltaic power farms. initiative to develop new sources Maryland Christmas Tree of clean power and stimulate the Association this past year to This project is part of the economy through the growth develop a media plan for a statewide initiative, Generating of the clean energy sector,” $24,000 grant received from the Clean Horizons, to use clean, says Mayo A. Shattuck III, Department of Agriculture. Their renewable resources to supply chairman, president and chief recommendations to promote power to Maryland universities executive officer, Constellation local tree farms included online and many state-run offices. Energy. “This large-scale solar media placement and radio facility will make a significant “This unique partnership with advertisements concentrated contribution to our shared goal Constellation Energy strengthens around the farm locations. The of a cleaner energy future.” MCTA even hired one of the Mount St. Mary’s University’s students, Gary Phinith, for an commitment to Maryland and The Mount is dedicating 126 of internship position to implement to the promotion and creation its 1,400 campus acres to this the recommended media plan. of clean energy. It continues the initiative. ‘greening’ of the Mount,” says Students developed the President Thomas H. Powell. Dr. Jeff Simmons, Mount “Fake Out on Christmas” “Our students will be on the environmental studies professor, theme and urged consumers to forefront of responsible land notes, “This agreement advances buy their Christmas trees from use and creation of renewable the Mount several steps closer “This agreement advances local farms. They promoted the energy resources. Frederick toward its goal of a sustainable the Mount several steps www.marylandchristmastrees.org County will benefit not only from university. Converting sunlight site and the MCTA’s Facebook our generation of clean energy energy into electricity is one closer toward its goal of page to help visitors locate a but also from the reduction of of the cleanest and most nearby farm. a sustainable university. dependence on more traditional environmentally benign methods The results? Nearly half of the use of coal, natural gas and fossil for producing electricity on a Converting sunlight MCTA member farms surveyed fuels.” large scale. Plus, having the solar noted increased activity for the panels right here on campus will energy into electricity is season—this despite a December The power system is expected provide extraordinary learning one of the cleanest and blizzard that put a chill on travel to be completed by December opportunities for our students.” the weekend before Christmas. 2012 and create 15.9 megawatts most environmentally More than 60 percent of of power annually, with 1.2 Mount St. Mary’s presently customers mentioned the real vs. megawatts being supplied back to serves as a pilot school model in benign methods for fake theme. the Mount. the nation’s American College producing electricity on a and University Presidents Just one more example of Mount Climate Commitment and the large scale.” students thinking green! Clinton Climate Initiative. — Dr. Jeff Simmons, Associate Members of the Students in Professor of Science, School of Free Enterprise (SIFE) team who Natural Science and Mathematics worked on this project include Sarah Winters, Matt Bernardo, Gary Phinith, Jeffrey Bocar and Karen Ramos, all class of 2010.

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Harrisburg Bishop Kevin Rhoades, C’79, Becomes Bishop of Fort Wayne, Indiana

being committed to the 1990 Ecclesiae as well as the full To deny this truth or to dissent Apostolic Constitution Ex Corde implementation of its norms. publicly from Church teaching Ecclesiae, Latin for “from the concerning the innate dignity heart of the Church.” His new “During the past few years, I of the human person (from diocese has five Catholic colleges have been a member of the conception to natural death) in and universities, including Notre board of trustees of Mount St. the name of academic freedom Dame, which became mired in Mary’s University. I am proud is not acceptable for a professor controversy when the school to say that the board last year in a Catholic university. The invited President Obama to explicitly reaffirmed the critical exercise of academic freedom speak at graduation. It triggered importance of Catholic Identity must be in conformity with the numerous debates about the in all operations, asserting university’s Catholic identity. … mission, purpose and academic that a strong Catholic Identity In choosing a Catholic college freedom within Catholic is central to the university’s or university I would encourage universities. mission. In this statement, the prospective students and their board asserted the university’s parents to ask a lot of questions In the article, when asked about commitment to the Church about the college’s commitment the ongoing debate, Bishop and the Church’s teachings, as to its Catholic Identity and Rhoades cited the Mount as an well as its full compliance with mission and to the teaching and example of a university in touch both the letter and spirit of Ex norms of Ex Corde Ecclesiae. I St. with its Catholic identity: Corde Ecclesiae. In addition, honor at Mount would also encourage them to at Mass in his Bishop Rhoades hapel. it affirmed the university’s Conception C visit the campuses and check Mary's Immaculate “While I served as vice president recognition of the direction of out for themselves the college of Mount St. Mary’s University Mount St. Mary’s University. It environment, the campus (while rector at the seminary) in he Mount said goodbye was clear to me that Mount St. ministry program, the liturgies, Emmitsburg, Md., I saw that it to one of its strongest Mary’s in no way considered as well as the curriculum and [Ex Corde Ecclesiae] had a great supporters when Bishop the bishop to be a mere extracurricular activities. You T impact. There were widespread Kevin Rhoades left the Diocese external agent, but as a true can usually tell if a place is proud discussions on campus about of Harrisburg, Pa., in January participant in the university’s of its Catholic identity or if it the document, and the faculty, for his new position as bishop life, particularly in terms of its tries to minimize its importance.” of the Diocese of Fort Wayne- administration, staff and Catholic Identity. South Bend in Indiana. Bishop students were very engaged From “Heart of the Church,” Rhoades has strong ties to the in discussing the Mount’s “Let me give an example: A in the Dec. 13, 2009, issue of Mount, having taught canon Catholic identity and mission. Catholic university must be the National Catholic Register law and theology since 1994 and That identity and mission deeply committed to the truth (NCRegister.com) served as seminary rector from strengthened considerably as a about the dignity of every human 1997 until leaving for Harrisburg. result of the serious assimilation person created in the image and Over the past five years, Bishop of the teachings of Ex Corde likeness of God. Rhoades remained an involved member of the Board of Trustees at the university. His guidance and support have been essential “A Catholic university must be deeply committed to the growth of the Mount and the blossoming of our Catholic to the truth about the dignity of every human person identity. created in the image and likeness of God…” In a recent article in the National Catholic Register, —Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Bishop Rhoades talked about

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Learning Services at the Mount

We like to say at Mount St. Mary’s that “no student falls through the cracks.” When students arrive for summer orientation, they meet and interact with a faculty member who will teach their Freshman Seminar course and who will also serve as advisor. Once classes begin and students find themselves facing academic challenges and difficulties, they can always go to their teacher, to their advisor, to Learning Services, to the Writing Center or to a counselor to get the help they need.

Learning Services has a staff that can engage with students on issues related to time management, note-taking, test-taking, and learning to read and comprehend better. Learning Services also works with students who New Recruiting Tool have disabilities. The Mount’s Office of Communications and Furthermore, a special committee of faculty and Admissions Office worked together last fall administrators from all over campus has been assembled to to develop a new microsite on the Web for prospective review students who may be at risk of academic and personal difficulty; students. The streamlined design makes it easy for high school students, this group meets three times each semester. On the basis of the work and their parents, to find what they want quickly: information on done by that committee, instructors, advisors, academic affairs staff and academics, what students are like and how to afford college. student affairs staff reach out to students and help guide them through challenging times. In short, the Mount helps ensure that students who As of March 10, 2010, 15,155 unique visitors have visited come here meet with academic and personal success. mountadmissions.com.

You can check it out at www.mountadmissions.com.

Center for Student Diversity

The newly organized Center The Center for Student for Student Diversity was Diversity oversees intercultural established to aid Mount St. development programs, the Mary’s University in its efforts of Horning Fellowship, student fostering inclusion, collaboration support programs (including the and relationship building across Third Century Scholars program campus. The center provides and the American Indian academic, social and transitional program) and cultural programs. support in addition to The office also supports cultural programming, leadership training organizations, conducts diversity and inclusive workshops for all awareness programs, assesses students. It promotes exchange the climate and needs of diverse and dialogue between individuals groups, and advocates on behalf Pictured l. to r.: Tyrone Perry, director; Stephanie Guzman, C’11; Kierstin of diverse backgrounds. of underrepresented students. Fennell, C’12; Joel Sanchez, C’11; Kaneisha Richardson, C’12; Luis Batista, C’13; Christopher Baysmore, C’12; Mariah Soldier Wolf, C’13; Brenda Balcarcel, C’13

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The University Honors Program

The University Honors Program provides intellectual challenge and stimulation for highly motivated and talented students. It offers William McNamara, Class of 2013 an integrated curriculum emphasizing individual initiative, small “The class size, close faculty-student interaction, and sustained inquiry Founder’s in interdisciplinary and major areas of study, all culminating with a Scholarship is an amazing senior thesis project mentored by an expert faculty member in the opportunity for me to study at the collegiate student’s major. Our faculty is dedicated to providing experiences for a successful transition to graduate school or a profession. This year’s level without financial strain on my family. It will give me the honors scholars will be showcased in a two-day University Research opportunity to study abroad with the money my parents would Festival called SPARC (Scholarship, Performance, Action, Research have spent on tuition. This will benefit my education since I plan and Creativity), beginning on April 28. to double major in international studies and French.” Faith, Discovery, Leadership and Community at the Mount are integral to the achievements of students participating in the honors program. Just as important as the challenging honors curriculum is the atmosphere of collegiality developed among the students and honors faculty through a series of socials, study groups, discussion dinners, lectures and field trips taking place under the “The Founder’s auspices of the George Henry Miles Honor Society. The honors program encourages students to offer their time and talents to the Scholarship has university and to the local community through service programs made a profound also sponsored by the George Henry Miles Honor Society. difference in my life. If I hadn’t received it, I could not have come to the Meet This Year’s This year’s winners are two Emily Wells, Class of 2013 Founder’s Scholars intelligent and deserving Mount. Maybe I could Many of our honors students individuals, William McNamara, have been happy at another school, but I am C’13, and Emily Wells, C’13. are recruited through their sure that no other college could compare to this one. The Mount participation in the Founder’s Essay Their journey of discovery through Competition. This competition the University Honors Program has everything I was looking for. It is a tight knit community, it for full-tuition scholarships brings will allow them to achieve a clear has a Catholic tradition that enables me to learn about my faith, understanding of the traditions gifted students to campus for and, of course, it has beautiful mountain scenery! a comprehensive exam and that have shaped the communities in which we live; cultivate a extensive interviews. Those with “Initially, I took the Founder’s Scholarship essay component to superior essays earn one of the mature spiritual life; and live Mount’s most prestigious awards. by high intellectual and moral open up my options. At that point, I hadn’t looked at the Mount standards—all central tenets of very much because I knew I couldn’t go without significant the Catholic, liberal arts mission of the Mount. financial aid. However, I returned to campus several times after taking the essay test. The Mount became familiar to me, and I felt so welcomed here. This university really is perfect for me. I owe Please direct inquiries about the Mount’s Honors Program to Dr. Jennifer all of my amazing experiences here to the Founder’s Scholarship.” Staiger ([email protected] ), director of the University Honors Program. Inquiries about the Founder’s Essay Competition should be directed to the admissions office ([email protected]).

Mount Magazine On Campus 7 A View from the Mount they would not stress the value Q: What future plans does the Q&A with Joe Lebherz, director of the Mount’s of having a degree if it did not Center have? improve their organization. And A: You will see additional Center for Professional and Continuing Studies then there is this crazy accelerated graduate programs, a more life we all lead – it has become diverse array of undergraduate By Christian Kendzierski more imperative to learn anew programs, certificate programs throughout your life, in order to and probably even noncredit keep pace. And of course there is offerings in the coming years. the deep fulfillment that comes The educational product with obtaining an undergraduate available in the greater Frederick degree, regardless of whether it area will expand and become plays or leads directly into one’s more comprehensive as it meets work: it means that one has the expanding needs of the learned how to learn. And that’s a dynamic market we share. treasure that no one can ever take from you.

Q: What is unique about the Center and programs offered by the Mount? A: The programs offered here are designed to fit the lifestyles of the working adult. It’s usually the other way around – students conform to the way things are and are presented. Our programs conform to the customer/adult student, beginning with scheduling – evening and weekend classes, in an accelerated format that mature, working adults can handle, usually New Frederick very well. These programs offer convenience, small class sizes and Communications outstanding, dedicated instructors Manager Q: What does your background Q: Why is it important for at very reasonable costs. And, in local business and political people to consider graduate best of all, they have the brand Tracy Boyd experience bring to the Mount degrees? and the rigor of Mount St. Mary’s and the newly established A: Because every organization, Communications Manager University and its accredited Center for Professional and center? like every community, needs programs behind them. Continuing Studies, Frederick A: I hope that I bring strong leadership and depends upon Campus knowledge of the regional it. Smart organizations nurture Q: What makes the Center market, a track record in getting and cultivate it. Graduate stand out? Tracy graduated with a visual things done, creativity and schools lay the groundwork for A: What makes it stand out, to communications degree from the innovation in programming, leadership. Good economies or my mind, is this: if the university University of Delaware and has and integrity in dealing with bad, leadership is essential and is had not made the decision and specialized in publication design individuals of all stripes. By the always in demand. the investment to bring this and communications for various way, the center has a new name, program to the greater Frederick organizations, including the but the university has offered Q: Why is it important for community, hundreds of working University of Maryland, Baltimore, Pulse Publishing, F. Schumacher & programs in Frederick for years, adults to consider returning adults may have never completed Co., and Washingtonian Magazine. seven years now in our current to school and getting their their undergraduate degree or She will continue as an adjunct location on Spectrum Drive. undergraduate degree? pursued their graduate education. professor teaching graphic design A: As a practical matter, businesses It has made a difference, a and corporations value individuals at both Frederick and Hagerstown remarkable difference oftentimes, Community Colleges. with a college degree. Businesses in the lives of many. are nothing if not pragmatic, and

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Unconditional By Stephanie Kreiner, C’10

In Scripture, Job is reminded Young adults receive Seventy members of the Mount Do realizations like these mean during a time of trial that “once such varied messages today community, including several studying for that test will be more will He fill your mouth regarding how to socialize, alumni and staff members, spent easier, or that our laundry will with laughter and your lips with date and succeed; it’s also five days of their last Christmas wash itself? If only. But that we rejoicing” (Job 8:21). Every challenging to find time for break in Orlando, Fla., attending can grow together in holiness, college student experiences prayer and spiritual growth in the FOCUS biennial national laughing and rejoicing all the daily challenges that arise from a busy schedule. The FOCUS conference. There they way? Absolutely. academic agitations such as staff and the students they celebrated Mass and adored tomorrow’s exam, practical ones work with testify to the beauty the Blessed Sacrament with At top: FOCUS missionary Leah Sedlace with freshman Samantha such as a growing pile of laundry, of the Catholic faith and truly 4,000 other college students, “Samme” Shepard, C’13. and, particularly, spiritual ones practice Christ’s call for us to rang in 2010 with a swing such as pursuing a Christian “make disciples of all nations” dance, and attended talks by Below: The FOCUS team with Mount student Bible study leaders; lifestyle that is not always easy (Matthew 28:19) in their FOCUS founder Curtis Martin, Seventy Mounties attended the to live. At the Mount, where programs and everyday activities. Australian author Matthew FOCUS national conference over saints have walked, where our Their examples are reminders Kelly, EWTN personality Christmas break. institution aspires to spiritual that we’re made for more than Fr. Benedict Groeschel and maturity, and where our Campus this life and made to share the Monsignor Stewart Swetland, Ministry’s mission is to “radiate faith we fall in love with. Smyth the Mount’s own chair for Christ,” we have extraordinary calls it “a real honor to serve Christian Ethics. Sophomore reminders to live each day with at one of the oldest institutions Sarah Conrad felt inspired purpose and joy. of Catholicism in the country, seeing hundreds of other young helping students intentionally Catholics at the conference, yet Since fall 2008, FOCUS (the grow in virtue,” and as junior Jed she knows “it may be hard to live Fellowship of Catholic University Crook tells it, “we don’t pretend out your faith fully, depending on Students) has helped encourage to be perfect, but we do try to the people you are surrounded such joyful Catholicism on let Him bring us to perfection with. We need to remember how campus. As a nationwide together.” awesome Jesus is and that He is outreach program, FOCUS is the one who created us, wants us on 48 college campuses across to succeed, and will always love the United States. At Mount us. Unconditionally!” St. Mary’s University, Danielle McKenna, Leah Sedlacek, Will Targy and team leader Jared Smyth have joined our Campus Ministry team. They help college students develop a “vision for life” as they lead weekly Bible studies, mentor individuals and engage students in living their faith. With approximately 100 students participating regularly, FOCUS has become the most actively attended program within Campus Ministry. It not only cultivates a strong sense of faith, but a caring group that junior Kevin Hamilton says “has one thing in common—we are running toward Christ.”

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Mount Up! By Lauren Maruskin, C’04 such as saddles) for the show. school must choose only one University of Richmond, Riders hold a random drawing “point rider” per team, per show Georgetown University, The Many young equestrians are to determine which horse will division. In divisions ranging from George Washington University eventually faced with a tough be their partner, and without Beginner Walk-Trot to Open and American University. Top decision—they must give up their practicing they must head into the Jumping classes, only the point finishers may eventually compete horse when they go to college. At ring to be judged on their riding rider’s performance will count at IHSA Nationals, which will the very least, riding must take a performance, position and style. toward the team’s overall points. be held this year at the Kentucky backseat. Right? Strategy is crucial, as coaches must Horse Park in Lexington in May. Students do need to pay for submit their choice for point rider Not so, at schools like Mount St. lessons and show clothing; before the competition even starts. Learn more about the IHSA at Mary’s with an active equestrian however, the MSMET holds www.ihsainc.com. team as part of the Intercollegiate fundraisers throughout the year The Mount St. Mary’s Equestrian Horse Show Association. Mount to make riding on the team more Team is still in its relative infancy. Lauren Maruskin competed as a St. Mary’s Equestrian Team coach affordable for all who want to join. The team was founded in 1997 member of the MSMET from 2000- Janis Groomes has coached the by Clarice Dionot, C’01, Julia 04. This year she is returning to team since 2004, and “as a former While some schools have enough Andersen, C’01, Amanda Ditsky, the IHSA ring as an alumna rider horse-crazy college student myself, riders to fill the coach buses they C’01, Cheryl Sullivan Gildea, C’02, representing her alma mater. I know how important it is for the bring to shows, schools like the and Shannon Sherrock, C’01. kids to be able to stay connected Mount have fun and remain Left to right: Susanne Maruskin, Team Advisor; Janis Groomes, Coach; to something they love while competitive with smaller teams. Other schools that compete Anna Cantirino, C’13; Sara Demes, moving on up in the world.” Groomes says that she enjoys with Mount St. Mary’s as part of Club Vice-President, C’12; Jenn Ball, coaching at the Mount “because IHSA Zone IV, Region 1, include C’12; Laura Crane, C ‘12; Amber A major perk is that IHSA I really get a chance to know the Goucher College, University of Jackson, C’13; Haley Blevins, Team competitions allow students to students.” Maryland, St. Mary’s College Captain, C’10; Emily Howse, Club compete without needing to own of Maryland, Hood College, President, C’12; Colleen Brandt, Club a horse. There are about 10 shows The MSMET may be small, but University of Mary Washington, Secretary, C’13; Not pictured: Fiona Durkin, C’11 per year, and each competition’s they can still give larger schools a Christopher Newport University, host school provides the horses run for the blue ribbons. Playing George Mason University, and even the tack (equipment fields are leveled because each

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Mount Appoints Michael Harpe as First Horning Fellow

“With this honor comes a certain responsibility to make sure that I contribute to the academic environment of this campus, work collaboratively with my colleagues in the School of Education and Human Services and across disciplines on campus, and am a true part of the Mount community.”

The Horning Fellowship was M.Ed. thesis oral defense, and established by Joseph, C’53, and has led a session of Courageous Lynne Horning and Mount St. Conversations sponsored by the Fighting Terrorism … Mary’s University in the spring of Center for Diversity. 2009 as an active step to increase Mount Students Receive Practical Experience “I am honored to be the first the number of African American Horning Fellow,” says Harpe. faculty on campus. The Mount’s criminal justice program recently partnered with “With this honor comes a certain Frederick-based company Visual Analytics Inc. to instruct both adult Says Mount President Thomas responsibility to make sure that Powell, “As we prepare new I contribute to the academic and traditional students in advanced analytical tools and techniques leaders for social change, it is environment of this campus, for identifying and thwarting terrorists and criminal organizations. the intent of the Horning Fellows work collaboratively with my The rigorous course, Solving Complex Problems: Using Visual Intelligence program to serve as a catalyst for colleagues in the education school Analysis for Law Enforcement, Military and Homeland Security, is student learning, self-reflection and across disciplines on campus, being taught by three professors with varying perspectives. Mount and discovery through interactions and am a true part of the Mount criminal justice professor Joe Vince, a former federal special agent, with a more diverse faculty.” community.” teaches along with two Visual Analytics’ experts, CEO and author The Horning Fellows will have Harpe received his B.A. in English/ Christopher Westphal and the company’s chief analytical instructor an initial two-year appointment media journalism from North Steve Pycha. They provide students with advanced analytical theory at the Mount. Each Fellow will Carolina Central University. as well as real-world experience. teach half time and complete his He earned master’s degrees in or her dissertation. In addition, counseling and special education “With the recent terror-attack attempt on Christmas day, a course the Fellow will play a central from NCCU and Fayetteville. such as this prepares students to meet the challenges facing the role in the Mount’s Center for Prior to joining the Mount, he nation’s security in the 21st century,” says Vince. “We have found Student Diversity, helping achieve worked for Fayetteville as a that coupling advanced CJ courses with the Mount’s strong systematic change to ensure site coordinator for NC TEACH liberal arts education has made our students very attractive to law a diverse, welcoming Mount and the NC Model Teacher enforcement and intelligence agencies seeking qualified candidates community. Consortium. Harpe also served as the dean of student services for prominent positions.” (See story on the FBI and Mount alums, pages Michael Harpe, who received an at Sampson Community College 16-21.) Ed.D. in educational leadership/ for four years and as an associate higher education from Fayetteville Mount students at the Frederick Campus learn about how software can dean of enrollment management State University this spring, teaches help identify and locate terrorists in a criminal justice class with Visual for six years at Forsyth Technical in the Mount’s School of Education Analytics. Joe Vince, right, introduces Steve Pycha. Photo by Sam Yu, Community College. courtesy of Frederick News-Post. and Human Services. “We are thrilled to have Michael in our “We thank Michael Harpe for school,” says Education Dean bringing his background and Barbara Palmer. “His experience, expertise to our campus,” says contributions and perspective Mount President Thomas Powell. are quite an asset.” Among “And many, many thanks to the his many duties, Harpe guest Horning family for supporting this lectures, serves as a member of the crucial fellowship that allows the Research Committee, is working Mount to continually grow and on policy and procedures for the expand.”

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Mount Philosophy Professor Commencement 2010 Ken Hackett, president of Catholic Relief Earns NEH Grant Services, will serve as the Commencement Speaker at this year’s ceremony scheduled for May 16. CRS is one of the world’s most effective and efficient relief and development agencies, with operations in more than 100 Thane Naberhaus, assistant professor countries and a global staff of nearly 5,000. Mr. Hackett has led CRS of philosophy, is busy at work on since 1993. He was named a Knight Commander of the Papal Order a project funded by the National of Saint Gregory the Great, one of the highest Papal honors. Endowment for the Humanities. For more information on commencement visit www.msmary.edu/ Naberhaus and his collaborator, commencement. Sebastian Luft of Marquette University, were awarded a substantial and Tenure and Promotions Caroline Eick: Represented prestigious grant in June 2009. The The following faculty members the Mount at the Maryland grant supports a translation of a major have been awarded tenure, Statewide Colloquium on work by the German philosopher which will commence in August: International Education/Teacher Edmund Husserl (1859–1938). • David Cloutier, Associate Education. Eick discussed Professor of Theology the School of Education and Husserl was the founder of the movement known as • Luca Petrelli, Associate Human Services’ recent efforts “phenomenology” and has come to be acknowledged among the Professor of Mathematics in strategic planning, course most important philosophers of the 20th century. Husserl’s “lecture • Michael Epstein, Associate development for “Globalization course” from 1923/24, Erste Philosophie (“First Philosophy”), is Professor of Chemistry and Education” and the considered the most sustained and comprehensive statement of his projected service learning trip mature phenomenological system, which he defends as the only true Scholarly Activities to the Cameroon in a poster philosophical method. Fr. Brett Brannen, session titled “Internationalizing Teacher Education: a Liberal However, First Philosophy has never before been translated into S’91, Seminary Vice Arts University Approach.” English. Naberhaus and Luft’s translation is slated for publication Rector: Published To Save a Thousand Souls: in the acclaimed English edition of Husserl’s collected works, John R. Hook, Professor A Guide To Discerning coordinated by the European Husserl Archives, and is expected to Emeritus of Management: A Vocation To Diocesan have a large impact not just in philosophy but in the social sciences Published The Leadership Touch: Priesthood, Vianney and cultural theory. The work is also significant for Catholic theology. The Search for a Rare Quality, Vocations, 2010. A number of important Catholic thinkers–including Edith Stein IUniverse, 2009. Hook’s test for (Saint Teresia Benedicta of the Cross) and Karol Wojtyła (Pope John In January, philosophy professor “the touch” in a leader is that Paul II)–were very influenced by studying phenomenology. Trudy Conway was elected subordinates would (figuratively) follow that leader over a Naberhaus came to the Mount in 2004 after receiving his Ph.D. president of Delta Epsilon cliff. Using several examples, from Georgetown University. He has taught logic, philosophy of Sigma, the national Catholic including Antarctic explorer Sir knowledge, and modern philosophy, as well as Freshman Seminar honor society, and theology Ernest Shackleton, he provides and the core courses in philosophy. He helped start Tolle Lege, the professor David Cloutier became guidance to those seeking Mount’s student journal for philosophy and theology, in 2006. the Mount’s Zeta Chapter this extraordinary leadership And he was instrumental in designing and implementing one of moderator. Conway served for capability. the Mount’s newest graduate programs, the Master of Arts in almost 20 years as the Mount’s chapter moderator and has philosophical studies. Fr. Frederick Miller: Published served multiple terms on the The Grace of Ars: Reflections on The prestigious and competitive NEH grant brings distinction to society’s Executive Committee, the Life and Spirituality of St. John Naberhaus and the Mount. With one of the largest of grants awarded including a previous term as Vianney, Ignatius Press, 2009. under this program, the two scholars and their institutions will share president. $235,000, enough to support their full-time work on translation for Monsignor Stuart Swetland, Peter Dorsey, English Dept. one year, with follow up in later years. Mount St. Mary’s is supporting S’91, Flynn Chair of Christian Chair: Published Common Naberhaus by granting him release from his teaching duties to spend Ethics: Invited to deliver the Bondage: Slavery as Metaphor in full time on the translation project during calendar year 2010. Commencement Address for Revolutionary America, University Benedictine College in Atchison, of Tennessee Press, 2009. Kansas.

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Mount Professor Opens Door on Modern Italian History By Lisa Gregory

“The world could learn much Italian politics, with its many The Mount Combats from Alcide De Gasperi,” says and varied parties, is stereotyped Steven White, an associate as a “complicated and corrupt the Rising Price of Textbooks professor in the Mount’s mess,” say White. But this is Department of History. And not true in De Gasperi’s case. President Powell Aims to White is doing his part in “He was an unusually honest Cut Costs providing that education. A and modest politician. He was Mount St. Mary’s University scholar of the Italian leader’s very dedicated to making the announced recently that all students work and life, he is now working parliamentary system work and transferring to the Mount with an on a biography of De Gasperi. saw the importance of the Italian associate’s degree will receive free White has also taught at the parliament as an expression of textbooks. This announcement is the U.S. State Department, most Italian democracy.” Mount’s first phase of examining the recently presenting a seminar escalating price of college textbooks last year on “The Italian White is hoping his biography for undergraduate students. will open doors to understanding Parliamentary Tradition” to “We realize this is a bold but necessary move to help our students foreign service officers. more about Italy and its leaders, past and present. “With De with the huge cost of today’s books,” says Mount President Thomas H. Powell. “The Mount has been looking for ways to make it easier De Gasperi was an Italian Gasperi, I want to give a face to and more affordable for transfer students from community colleges. politician who founded the the Italian Republic,” he says. This is what needs to happen.” Christian Democratic Party. He was Italy’s prime minister from Below: White with a bronze statue of De Gasperi in the entryway to According to a recent study by the Student Public Interest Research Groups, 1945 to 1953 and one of the the Alcide De Gasperi Museum the average cost for a college-level textbook is $131.44 per book. founders of the European Union. in the village of Pieve Tesino; But for the most part, historically White conducted his research In this initial step, transfer students who received their associate's speaking, De Gasperi, according with the assistance of his wife, degree and enrolled at the Mount for spring semester 2010 are to White, has been greatly Alica, the head librarian of the awarded free textbooks for two academic years or four semesters. ignored. Penn State Mont Alto Library. She and White are currently working Mount officials will review the results of this beginning phase and “Frankly, Italy is not seen as on an annotated bibliography of assess the outcome in hopes of broadening the reach and making a very powerful or influential works, both in English and Italian, textbooks more affordable for all Mount students. The Mount is also that have been printed about De working with our partners at Barnes and Nobles on a plan to control country once Mussolini falls,” Gasperi in the last three decades. the cost of textbooks. says White, a scholar of modern Italian history and politics and recipient of the Morrison Professorship in International Studies at the Mount. “For example, there are fourteen biographies on the French leader Charles de Gaulle in English, but only one on De Gasperi in English, and that one just takes his career up to 1943.”

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“If you haven’t visited the Grotto lately, you must plan a visit soon! We have exciting news to share with you. If you can’t come in person, please stop by our

website, www.GrottoOfLourdesEmmitsburg.com.”

By Bill Tronolone, Director of the Grotto

The Bells There are plenty of opportunities Gifts to Purchase Last September a new Carillon to be part of the Visitor Center Purchases made through the Master Bell Control System was at Our Lady’s Grotto, and donors Grotto are considered donations installed in our 125-foot Pangborn are excited to know their names and are fully tax deductible. All

Memorial Campanile. The Verdin will be associated with this holy proceeds go toward supporting Bell Company from Cincinnati, shrine forever! To find out more the National Shrine Grotto of Our Meet Our New Chaplain Ohio, did a magnificent job or make a gift, please visit Lady of Lourdes. We are pleased to announce installing the system, which is a www.msmary.edu/grotto or • Grotto Print: Print depicting the arrival of our new chaplain, solid-state digital control system contact Director of Grotto the National Shrine Grotto of Father William Kauffman. Father utilizing state-of-the-art electronic Relations Bill Tronolone, Our Lady of Lourdes. $50  Kauffman most recently served as technology. The Carillon Master 301-447-6725 or tronolone@ a chaplain in the Department of provides unmatched, simplified msmary.edu. • Rosary: Rosary filled with Holy Veterans Affairs at the Medical scheduling functions and the water. $20 and Regional Office Center in widest range of bell ringing Easter Services • Grotto Water: Two oz. bottle Wilmington, Del., and as the features available in the industry. Our longstanding tradition for filled with Grotto water. $5 chaplain of Port of Wilmington The system offers hundreds of Easter Sunday at the Grotto and Seamen’s Center from 1996 programmable hymns, songs and again took place this year as we to present. From 1995 to 2001, carols, peals and tolls. celebrated the resurrection of Father Kauffman was rector of our Lord with all denominations the Cathedral of St. Peter in The Visitor Center of faith, represented by the Wilmington. We continue to work towards Emmitsburg Council of our goal of $2.5 million for this Churches. All joined together He is a great addition to our much needed facility. Even in our for our annual Easter Sunrise team and feels blessed to be present economic conditions, we Service and the Easter Sunday chosen as chaplain of Our Lady’s are confident that the center will Masses. Grotto. He is eager to serve at be built. the Grotto and be involved in The Grotto staff looks forward the larger university and seminary As of February, we have raised with anticipation to the community. $1.2 million towards our goal. We beginning of another pilgrimage were most encouraged recently year of hosting people from all with two gifts in the amount of over the United States and from $150,00 each! We hope to break outside our country. ground within the next two years.

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Archabbot Reilly, Mount Mourns Death of O.S.B., to Be Monsignor Tinder Retreat Master

Monsignor Steven P. Rohlfs, assignments included: pastor of On Dec. 12, Archbishop Edwin S.T.D., rector, has St. Joseph’s Parish, Fullerton, O’Brien was the celebrant of the announced that and St. Jane Frances de Chantal Funeral Liturgy, and Cardinal the Most Rev. Parish, Pasadena, and director William Keeler presided, at Lambert Reilly, of vocations, coordinating the Immaculate Conception Church, rchdiocese of Baltimore Korn,of Baltimore Photo by H oward courtesy the A rchdiocese O.S.B., will serve mentor training program. He was the parish of his youth, where as retreat master also on the boards of Archbishop he ministered as pastor for nine for the annual Curley High School and the years. He was buried at St. Joseph’s Seminary The Rev. Monsignor F. Dennis Archdiocesan Retreat House. In Church Cemetery in Fullerton. Alumni Retreat Tinder, C’64, S’68, one of the 1988, Monsignor Tinder received to be held on longest serving members of the the archdiocese’s Medal of Honor In remembering his classmate, the Mount Mount’s Board of Trustees, died on in recognition of his outstanding Daniel F. Curtin, chair of the campus from Dec. 5, 2009, from amyotrophic support of youth ministry. Rector’s Council and former chair June 21-25, 2010. A noted lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s of the Board of Trustees, said: educator and author, Archabbot disease). At the time of his In spite of his arduous schedule “Monsignor Tinder was Reilly served as archabbot of and responsibilities in the parish Saint Meinrad Abbey in Indiana death, he was pastor emeritus of passionate about his priesthood Immaculate Conception Parish and the archdiocese, Monsignor and his commitment to Christ from 1995-2004, and over the Tinder remained very active in past four decades has directed in Towson, Md. In notifying the and the church. He was a the Mount community. He served numerous retreats for bishops, Mount community, President four presidents as a member of warm and compassionate priests and religions on spirituality Thomas H. Powell said, “It is with man, who was truly devoted great sadness that I announce the the Board of Trustees from 1979 and prayer. to Mount St. Mary’s and its passing of Monsignor Tinder, a true to 1987, and later several terms For more information or to make and faithful Son of the Mount.” from 1990 until 2009, when he educational mission. He will be reservations, alumni priests should had to resign due to his health. missed. God be good to him.” contact Director of Seminary After receiving his B.A. in During his years as a trustee, Development and Alumni Relations philosophy from the Mount Monsignor Tinder was a member Phil McGlade at 301-447-5017 or in 1964, Monsignor Tinder of the Executive Committee, [email protected]. entered the Seminary and was Academic Committee, Seminary ordained for the Archdiocese Committee and was also Board of of Baltimore in 1968 by the late Trustees Vice Chair (1994-95 and Cardinal Lawrence Shehan. 2006-07) and Secretary (1996-97 Over the next 40 years, his and 2007-08).

Family Weekend sisters, aunts and uncles, nephews The next Seminary Family and nieces—of 35 seminarians Weekend will be Oct. 22-24, Held at the participated in the annual Family 2010. A block of 25 rooms has Seminary Weekend festivities held last been reserved by the Seminary October. Thirteen sending dioceses at the Sleep Inn-Emmitsburg They traveled to the Mount were represented. (301-447-0044). When making by auto, airplane and RV reservations, family members from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Family members socialized, met should mention they are with the Virginia, New Jersey, New York, with faculty and were provided an Seminary. For more information Barbara Murphy traveled to the Connecticut, Massachusetts, overview of a seminarian’s journey about the events, please contact Mount from Germany to join her Ohio, Michigan, Kansas, to the priesthood, with a focus on Phil McGlade (301-447-5017 or son, Conrad, First Pre-Theology academic programs, spiritual life, (Archdiocese of Washington), for Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana, South [email protected]). human formation, pastoral field Seminary Family Weekend. Carolina, Louisiana, Texas and as far away as Germany. Ninety education and seminary life. It family members—parents and was another in an annual series of grandparents, brothers and memorable weekends.

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Save the Date! 2010 Seminary Reunion

The Most Rev. Harry J. Flynn, In addition, the reunion 2009 Priests’ Alumni S’60, archbishop emeritus, will feature the presentation Reunion Archdiocese of Saint Paul and of the 35th Annual John President Thomas Powell and Minneapolis will be the main Cardinal McCloskey Award Rector Monsignor Steven Rohlfs celebrant at the traditional at the Reunion Dinner welcomed Mountaineer priests Seminary Alumni Reunion Mass and a Mass at the Grotto from seven decades, 35 classes on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010. The of Our Lady of Lourdes on and 28 dioceses to the traditional  Bishop James Conley, S’85, Homecoming Mass is offered Wednesday morning. Priests’ Alumni Reunion held the 49th Mountaineer bishop, for deceased alumni priests and in the fall at the Mount. The A block of rooms for the reunion and Rector Monsignor Steven seminary benefactors. Rohlfs, S’76 at the Bishops’ Most Rev. James Conley, has been reserved at the Sleep Monument on the Terrace S’85, auxiliary bishop of the In making the announcement, Inn-Emmitsburg, located off U.S. following the Priests’ Alumni Archdiocese of Denver, served Rector Monsignor Steven P. Route 15, a mile north of the Reunion Homecoming Mass. as the main celebrant at the Rohlfs, S’76, stated, “It will Mount. For reservations, and Homecoming Mass in the Chapel be truly an honor to have a special Mount rate, call of the Immaculate Conception. Archbishop Flynn return to 301-447-0044 and be sure to the Mount for the reunion, mention the Priests’ Reunion. especially during his Golden Jubilee of ordination to the holy For more information about  Rector Monsignor Steven Rohlfs, S’76, and Father John Mudd, S’69, trustee emeritus, join in the presentation of the 34th Annual John priesthood.” Archbishop Flynn reunion activities, contact Phil McGlade, C’70, Office Cardinal McCloskey Award to Father F. Michael Bryant, Ph.D., S’69, served the seminary from Archdiocese of Washington, for his outstanding and devoted service of Seminary Development and 1965-79 as a faculty member, to the mission of the Church. dean, vice rector and rector. Alumni Relations, (301-447-5017 He is also a trustee emeritus of or [email protected]). the Mount’s Board of Trustees.

Deacon Jeff Couture (Diocese of Bridgeport) and his family (L-R): Brother-in-law, Bruce; nephew, Chris; sister, Michelle; brother, Chris; brother, Mike; and father. (Deacon Jeff, Chris and Mike are triplets!)

Spring 2010 16 Inside the Thomas J. Harrington, C’78, has seen the evil in the world. Yet he has never lost his faith in the good. FBI By Lisa Gregory

ometimes on weekends when he is running errands near his home in Northern SVirginia, he finds his vehicle making an unscheduled detour to the Mount. For 25 years with the FBI, he has known and experienced much of what is not best about society. So he finds himself driving toward a place of peace, the Grotto at his alma mater and the graves in the Mount cemetery of his beloved parents.

Thomas Harrington made such a trip a year ago when he was appointed by FBI director Robert Mueller III to head up the bureau’s largest operational entity, the Criminal, Cyber, Response and Services Branch. “My dad was my hero,” says Harrington. “On his headstone is the FBI seal. When I was deciding whether to take this particular job or not, I needed to know he would be there with me. After that visit, I knew he would be. I had no doubts.”

If Harrington seeks relief from the weight of the world, it is understandable. During his career with the FBI he has worked in white collar crime, counterterrorism and

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                           “After 9/11, we both understood that this was something I had to do. At the Mount, we were always encouraged to go put some skin in the game. In other words, you can’t complain if you’re not willing to try to help fix things.” cyber crime. In fact, following 9/11 Dad Was a G-Man invited Harrington into his office for a he was called upon to help create Ask Harrington when he first realized chat. “He reminded me that I wasn’t and guide the bureau’s new focus on he wanted to be an FBI agent and he at the Mount just to play soccer,” says counterterrorism and national security. replies, “Always.” And means it. His Harrington. “I made the dean’s list father was an FBI agent and young after that. I guess all kids go through “I’ve been witness to a lot of very bad Harrington, the fourth Thomas J. an adjustment. I really grew to love things,” he says. “But I also know Harrington of the family, wanted the place.” there is good as well. There are those to be one too. “As a little boy, I who would do harm, but there are also Harrington was not the only one remember he had a gun and a badge, those who are dedicating their lives smitten by the Mount. “My father and I thought he was so cool,” says and careers to preventing it.” attended college in Canada, and a Harrington. coach and priest he knew there had Those like Harrington. The elder Harrington began his career gone to the Mount. He had heard Terrorism Never Takes a as an agent in Los Angeles, before these wonderful stories about the Holiday moving the family, which included school before I even went there. Then, once we got there and saw it, This past Christmas, Harrington was Thomas as well as two younger we both fell in love with it.” seated in a pew with his wife, two brothers, Kevin, C’82, and Dan, C’86, and a younger sister, Sharon, daughters and son for a 2 p.m. Mass. So much so that Harrington’s two to outside of New York City. “That’s “Right before Mass my BlackBerry brothers would also attend, graduating where I really grew up,” he says. began to vibrate,” he says. “I looked with degrees in accounting, as at my message from the Strategic The summer between Harrington’s “required by the old man,” says Information Operations Center, got junior and senior year in high school, Harrington with a chuckle. “My sister up and found myself in the back of though, the family moved again, this is the black sheep of the family. She the church, in the foyer, making calls time to Washington, D.C. “I was went to Boston College and became a around the world for the entire Mass.” not so happy about that,” recalls nurse,” he says with a grin. Harrington. However, the move would The call was regarding an unsuccessful The elder Harrington, after retiring put him closer to the college that attempt by a young Nigerian man from the FBI, went to work for the would help him prepare for his dream to blow up an airplane that had left Mount in 1979 as the director of job. Amsterdam and was headed towards development for the Mount’s 175th Detroit. While those in church The Meaning of the Mount anniversary. It was then that he were celebrating Christmas Mass, After graduating from high school, and Harrington’s mother made the Harrington was “getting our folks up Harrington knew that he wanted to decision to be buried at the Mount’s and moving to backtrack the steps major in accounting because it is one newly created cemetery. of this young man and collect and of the professions the FBI historically preserve evidence and records,” he Harrington feels the Mount spoke recruits from. explains. to his family’s long tradition of faith He applied to the Mount based on the and public service. “Two of my aunts He adds, “Our enemy needs only to encouragement of his dad and distant were nuns,” notes Harrington. “One be right once to be judged successful. cousin and alum Peter O’Malley, great uncle became a monsignor and While we are safer than we were C’60, who had sung the praises of was a missionary in China, where he before 9/11, our efforts must remain the Mount at family get-togethers. was held prisoner by the communists ever vigilant.” Harrington was a soccer player and for many years. We had this history, made the Mount’s varsity team as a and I grew up hearing these stories. freshman. He did well on the field. In fact, at that time I thought I might In fact, the Mount’s team was ranked consider the priesthood if the FBI nationally that year in 1974. But he didn’t work out.” did not fare so well with his grades. The dean of academics at the time

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The Son Becomes a G-Man the family, became the first Mafia boss change. Two thousand employees were After graduation, Harrington used to flip, turn government witness and removed from other jobs and placed his degree in accounting to work for testify against the Mob. “So it was a within the counterterrorism area. At a public accounting firm and a large pretty big deal,” says Harrington. that time, the biggest challenge for the financial institution. “Finally, the director was identifying people for his And, more recently, a case that bureau called,” he says. leadership team.” he first became involved with in Harrington joined the FBI in 1984, Philadelphia has resulted in a major This would include Harrington, though serving as an agent in Denver, crime figure being named to the he wasn’t aware of it at the time. Colorado, and specializing in white FBI’s 10 most wanted list. “Semion After his assignment in New collar crime, including financial Mogilevich is head of a Russian Jersey, Harrington was sent to FBI institution and securities fraud organized crime family and one of the headquarters in D.C. for another investigations. most powerful organized crime figures in the world. We opened a case on 90-day temporary duty assignment. “In Denver, I conceived and executed him back in Philly for stock swindling One Friday evening, he was leaving a two-year undercover effort where I in which millions of dollars were lost headquarters and driving back home to took two FBI-controlled companies on an international level. I supervised Philadelphia when his cell phone rang. public,” says Harrington. “We were this investigation for several years.” “The director comes on the line, focused on the corruption within the informs me that I have been given a penny stock market, as it was called. Mogilevich was eventually indicted new appointment, deputy assistant This was the first operation of this type in 2002. His illegal activities include director for counterterrorism, and for the FBI, and it clearly illustrated the money laundering, securities fraud then adds, ‘I don’t know whether corruption of stock promoters, brokers and false filings with the U.S. Security congratulations or condolences are in and con men who took millions of and Exchange Commission. “Now order,’” says Harrington. “I thanked dollars of savings from investors.” that he’s on the top 10 list, we’re putting a lot of pressure on him,” says him for the job I didn’t actually In 1990, he graduated with honors from Harrington. “This is no minor list. Bin apply for. Then I spent the next two the American Bankers Association’s Laden is on this list. And now so is and a half hours thinking how I was Stonier Graduate School of Banking “as Mogilevich.” going to explain to my wife that I a way to better prepare myself for the had been given a new assignment work I was doing,” he says. Life and Work after 9/11 and just a week to report to work in During his time in Philadelphia, D.C. I had never even done work in By 1991, he was assigned as a Harrington found great contentment counterterrorism before.” supervisory special agent at FBI with not only his work, but his headquarters in D.C. in the criminal personal life as well. He and his wife, His family was supportive. “I could not investigative division, overseeing Marla, had two daughters and a son. have done and achieved what I have the bureau’s national insurance and Harrington coached his daughters in without the support of my family and securities fraud initiatives. Two years soccer and his son in baseball. “Life especially my wife,” he affirms. Adding later, he was moved to Philadelphia was good,” he says. “Then came this in good humor, “She tells me that and named supervisory special agent colossal nightmare, 9/11.” the only reason I remember how long of the economic crimes squad and the we’ve been married is because it is one white collar crime coordinator within On that day, United Airlines Flight year after I joined the bureau.” the Philadelphia division. In fact, 93 was high jacked and crashed “After 9/11,” he continues, “we both Harrington would play a key role in in Pennsylvania. Shortly after, understood that this was something proposing and establishing a Russian Harrington was asked to go to I had to do. At the Mount, we were and Eastern European Criminal Newark, N.J., where the flight had always encouraged to go put some skin Enterprise Squad in Philadelphia to originated, to oversee a portion of the in the game. In other words, you can’t combat the rise of organized crime from command post there. He would do so complain if you’re not willing to try to that part of the world in the area. for the next three months. help fix things.” Among accomplishments achieved “You have to remember,” says Harrington was the right man at the during this time was Harrington’s Harrington, “that the director for the right time. He has been credited with executive oversight of an undercover FBI, Robert Mueller III, had only been bringing a new strategic outlook to operation that penetrated the the director of the bureau for two the FBI. leadership of the Philadelphia Mob. whole days when 9/11 happened. The As a result, Ralph Natale, the boss of bureau as we had known it was going to

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Taking on his new role in 2002, he “History bore us out,” he says. “We The Next Phase provided managerial responsibility were on the right side of this matter.” Now as the executive assistant for the Foreign Terrorist Tracking In fact, President Barak Obama’s first director of the FBI’s Criminal, Task Force, the Counterterrorism executive order as president was to Cyber, Response and Services Operational Response Section and the close the facility within a year. Branch, Harrington is again focused National Threat Center. Harrington on investigating financial crime, Harrington looks back to his Mount was instrumental in the bureau’s efforts white collar crime and organized days when discussing moments such to expand its Joint Terrorism Task crime. The branch also oversees all as this. “I find it interesting that some Forces from 35 to 106. He also played computer-based crime related to schools are suddenly promoting this a significant role in developing and counterterrorism, counterintelligence idea of teaching ethics like it is some implementing the Investigative Data and criminal threats against the U.S. Warehouse, which contains documents kind of newfound science,” he says. of both the FBI and other government “Well, the Mount has been doing that These are busy days for the branch. agency records supporting national for the last 200 years. It is ingrained “We’re in a national economic crisis security and criminal operations. in students as a core value. It becomes so we’re seeing more mortgage fraud, Harrington was involved in setting up who you are. And it is an important corporate fraud and securities fraud,” the Guardian database, which tracks part of who we are at the FBI.” says Harrington. terrorism threat information, and in Reaching Out For example, not long after taking on the initial design of E-Guardian, a web- Harrington is known up and down the this new assignment, he was involved based system that shares that threat ranks of the bureau for his personal with shutting down a $70 million information with state and local law touch. Countless coworkers talk about mortgage fraud scam. Proof that enforcement partners. how he supports them. He describes after two and a half decades with the And, in 2005, he played a major the bureau as a family. His family. bureau, his commitment to his work role in the establishment of the never falters. “I get up at 3:15 in the No doubt, George Piro would agree. National Security Branch (NBS) of morning, get to my office by four and Agent Piro was responsible for the FBI. The NBS combined the FBI’s don’t leave till 7 in the evening every interrogating Iraqi dictator Saddam national security workforce under the night,” he says. “There’s just not Hussein after his capture, interviewing leadership of a senior FBI official. enough time to do what I want to do.” him five hours a day, every day, for As a result of his achievements with seven months. Faith and Family the counterterrorism program and the In the midst of a job that provides Harrington recalls, “Here was this NBS, Harrington received the 2007 ever-changing and ever-threatening young man leaving his family and Presidential Rank of Distinguished challenges, Harrington clings to his going to Iraq, while I was coming Executive Award, conferred by the faith and his family. home to mine each night. Often he President on a very select group of was unable to talk with them and “When my father died, my sister took career civil service employees. share what he was doing. Then there the flowers from his funeral and had Speaking Up was the pressure he was under from rosaries made for each of us children,” During his time in counterterrorism the intelligence community and the says Harrington, softly. “I carry that and on behalf of the FBI, Harrington military, all wanting results. rosary every day at work. If I’m having spoke out against the mistreatment of an especially difficult day, I just reach “I would reach out to him and make terror suspects at Guantanamo Bay. inside my pocket.” sure he knew that someone was Harrington led a team of investigators thinking of him and what he was There he finds comfort in his faith at Guantanamo Bay in identifying going through. I wanted him to know and in the love of his family, including cases of abuse. This investigation that I was there.” his father, the former FBI agent, “who resulted in him writing a letter to I know is watching over me,” says Maj. Gen. Donald Ryder stating Even now as their careers have taken Harrington.  the bureau’s concern about the different paths, they remain in touch. evidence discovered. Ryder was the

Army’s chief law enforcement officer                         investigating abuses at the U.S.-run prisons in Afghanistan, Iraq and “When my father died, my sister took the flowers from his funeral and had Guantanamo. rosaries made for each of us children. I carry that rosary every day at work. If I’m having an especially difficult day, I just reach inside my pocket.”

Spring 2010 20 The Mount and the By Lisa Gregory FBI As successful as Thomas J. Harrington has been within the FBI (see story on p. 16), there is nothing he enjoys more than the success of others. “He goes out of his way to make sure you have what you change the tires on need to progress in your career,” says Kelly Grisier, a recent his car. He was okay. That day graduate of the Mount now working for the FBI. changed my life and is the reason I now work at the FBI. Through my work I play a role in protecting the Harrington, a Mount alum who has Those hired through the staff United States and helping make sure been with the bureau for 25 years, operations specialist program are not another attack never happens here. has become so invested in the future the first to come to the FBI from of others at the FBI that he created a the Mount, though. As Harrington’s “While I was at the Mount, one of recruitment program enabling college presence attests, the bureau has been the important things President Powell graduates to work for the bureau at an hiring Mount alums for quite some stressed was community. Here at the entry-level position as staff operations time. FBI we are a community, too. In a lot specialists. After a few years, they can of my classes at the Mount, I realized then decide if they want to advance “If you’re committed to service and that you needed to work as a team. to a position as an intelligence analyst want to help people, the FBI is a great You can’t always do things on your or special agent. The program began place to be,” says Harrington. own. It’s important to use different in 2006. Other Mount alums agree. Mounties people’s strengths to reach a common goal. That’s true at the FBI as well. The FBI has been to the Mount’s Kelly Grisier, James Costigan, The goal is just bigger. Here we’re campus several times to interview KaraLynn Saab and Michael Bantner trying to win a war on terror.” students for the staff operations recently shared their feelings about specialist program. As a result, 29 being a Mount alum and working for students have been awarded job offers the FBI and why they feel the two are James Costigan, C’82, accounting to date. Harrington couldn’t be more a “good fit,” as Harrington Joined the FBI in 1990 delighted. “Graduates from the Mount puts it. Assistant Special Agent in and the FBI are a good fit,” says Charge Harrington. Kelly Grisier, C’07, “I joined the FBI after serving political science as a pilot in the U.S. Navy for seven “The Mount’s core values are Joined FBI in 2007 years. The father of my roommate about faith, discovery, leadership Staff operations specialist Kevin Harrington (Tom Harrington’s and community,” he says. “The “I wanted to be in public brother) was an FBI agent, as were FBI core values are about obedience service, and my dream was to work my father-in-law and his son. My wife, to the Constitution, compassion, for the FBI. My father was a Marine Anne, who also graduated from the fairness, accepting accountability and for 26 years and was working for the Mount in 1982, was used to the FBI leadership. The two are very similar. Joint Chiefs of Staff on September 11. demands on a family. It was a career So it only makes sense that students He was supposed to be working at the I thought would be different and coming from the Mount would be a Pentagon that day, when it was hit by exciting. good match with the FBI.” the plane. In fact, he would have been in the area that was struck by that plane. But he had taken the day off to

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Standing, l. to r.: Jesse Mohler, C’09; Ryan Martin, C’08; Kourtney Pearson, C’07; Kelly Grisier, C’07; Laura Butler, C’08; Brianna Hearn, C’08; Victoria Johnson, C’09; Michael Cuff, C’98; Jamison Smetana, C’07, and Nicholas Jackson, C’07; FBI Seated, l. to r.:TJ Harrington, C’78; Karalynn Saab, C’91; Kyle Daddio, C’06, and Julie Ascosi, C’08

“The Mount allowed me to grow into state and local law enforcement, and I Houston to apprehend a man who the person I am today. I learned how find it satisfying to see all the different had abused his two stepdaughters. For to expand my horizons through my levels coming together to combat this years he couldn’t be found. Finally, he involvement with such activities as problem. was captured. We were able to provide the Student Government Association. those girls with closure. That made There is no skill more critical in this “At the Mount, I was recruited to play me feel good. job than the ability to talk to all sorts tennis. I was born with a congenital of people. The demands of this job amputation of my lower left arm, but “At the Mount, the mentors I had differ day to day and sometimes hour growing up my family treated me no were the important thing. There was a to hour. One moment, I can be talking differently. I learned to play tennis; I real interaction between students and to a CEO and the next a homeless swam, golfed, went horseback riding, faculty. You felt they really cared about individual who was a witness to a played the trumpet, took dance and you. They knew me and guided me, carjacking. played basketball. During my time and I was a better student and person at the Mount, I was given a good for it. My wife, Patricia McDonough, “I find great satisfaction in doing foundation academically and socially, who graduated from the Mount in things that have an impact on our and after graduating I felt there wasn’t 1990 with a degree in sociology and society. The responsibility for civil anything I couldn’t do if I set my mind criminal justice, says the same thing.” rights and corruption investigations to it.” falls on the FBI. Not all people have the same moral compass, but if Michael Bantner, they worry about being caught, it C’89, accounting sometimes points them in the right Joined the FBI in 1995 direction.” Special agent “I was in the ROTC and after KaraLynn Saab, C’91, I graduated I went into the 101st business and Airborne, during the first Gulf War. “If you’re committed to service finance After I got out of the Army, I went and want to help people, Joined the FBI in to work for an accounting firm and 1991 was sent to a career fair at Mount St. the FBI is a great place to be.” Intelligence analyst Mary’s to recruit for the company. “After I graduated from the Mount At the booth next to mine was Tom I attended a career fair, and this Harrington, and since we were both —Thomas J. Harrington was a job that I couldn’t pass up. It Mounties, we started talking. I told seemed so interesting with so many him I had always wanted to be an FBI possibilities. Pretty enticing to a 21 agent, and less than a year later I was year old. working for the FBI.

“Since joining the bureau, I have held “In my line of work, a typical day a number of positions, from working in is never typical. I have worked on counterterrorism with Tom Harrington cases involving kidnappings and to my current work in the criminal bank robberies. I may be in the office division, working on gang issues such typing up reports from interviews and as the Bloods in the western United reviewing records or going out on States. We work closely with federal, an arrest. Last week I went down to

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h T By Dick Hart, C’65, Peace Corps-Bolivia 1965-67

I set out to answer the question: Do the pillars of Mount St. Mary’s University and the goals of the Peace Corps dovetail with each other?

The Pillar of Faith Larry Tremonti, C’60, has an interesting story. He studied to be an MD from Yale, got an MBA from the University of Chicago and subsequently retired as VP at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida. Then, 41 years after graduating from the Mount, Larry and his wife, Monica, joined the Peace Corps and served in Romania from 2001-03.

Editor’s Note: Alum Dick Hart, the Currently, he is assisting the Maryknoll Fathers in Cochabamba, Bolivia, as a Mount’s first Peace Corps volunteer, health volunteer. I lived there for one of my two years in Bolivia. Larry says, set out last year to discover more “Since retiring, I enjoy volunteering for religious and charitable causes.” about Mounties who had served in the Peace Corps. Estimates ranged up to A number of Mounties delayed joining the Peace Corps, some by a year or two, 40 Mount alums; Dick tracked down others by four or five. Ellen Fritz, C’85, was like Larry. She delayed for 23 years 26 of them! before joining to serve in Panama in 2008-09. She is our most recent known volunteer. The Peace Corps was set up by President John Kennedy in 1961. It has three goals: 1) helping people The Pillar of Discovery abroad; 2) helping them get a better I graduated in 1965 and was the first Peace Corps volunteer from the Mount. understanding of Americans; and I went to Bolivia from 1965-67 to set up credit unions. I discovered while at the 3) helping Americans get a better Mount that I needed to go for what I wanted when I orchestrated professors understanding of those peoples. Gerry Orosz and Tom Leonard (and thus the Mount and St. Joe’s) to let a Mountie take a Latin American history course at St. Joseph’s for credit–likely the Almost 200,000 Peace Corps first to do so. volunteers have gone abroad to 139 countries; 7,700 are currently I discovered that altruism did not suffice as the sole motivator for someone being overseas. Sixty percent of them are a Peace Corps volunteer. Good people failed the three-month training program female and the average age is 28. or got sent home from Bolivia if they didn’t have other driving reasons for going Lillian Carter, President Jimmy Carter’s into the Peace Corps. For me, it was to learn about other people, cultures and mother, joined when she was 68, and language. the oldest joined at age 86. I discovered that the skills I learned in Bolivia were readily transferable to my career back in the States. In a job interview following Wharton graduate school, I was asked why I felt I was qualified for the position. My answer was, “If I could get other people, in a different culture and in a different language, to do what I Dick Hart on Huayna wanted, I can do the same for you.” I got the job. I also used these skills outside Picchu above Machu the workplace while in the Jaycees, the Service Corps of Retired Executives and Picchu ruins (top) and the Lions Club. at Pailaviri Mine.

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On the Trail Kathleen (Ryan) Jingwi, C’87, RPCV-Cameroon ’90-93, said to me, “Identifying all the RPCVs who are MSM grads sounds like a difficult task. Good Luck!!” It was fun tracking them down. The Mount knew of a few, and I knew of some. But the best sources of leads were our own Class Agents and the Peace Corps headquarters. Thank you to all the agents (going back to Philip McDonnell and Harry O’Neill, both C’43) who got back to me. The Peace Corps sent emails The Pillar of Leadership and regular mail to the Mounties on their list. In all, I Chad Close, C’04, served in Ukraine from 2004-06 working in community learned of 26 grads who were Peace Corps volunteers service. Learning how to deal with a mix of Ukrainian and Russian high school and/or staff. students—and get them to work with each other—was quite an experience. He led a clean up hike to Ukraine’s highest peak, Mt. Hoverla, which mandated a Mounties in the Peace Corps patient leadership skill based on the three C’s: Communication, Coordination and Cooperation. He quipped, “My classmates would be surprised to see the Know someone else who should be on this list? Please amount of patience I developed while in Ukraine.” submit the name to Dick at [email protected]. James Scanlon, C’57, S’61 ANEAP-Staff ’73-75 Another example of Mount leadership (and multigenerational to boot) is the Solomon Islands – Staff ’75-78 Purkis family. Dan Purkis, C’93, is the son of Ray Purkis, C’63. He was in The Peace Corps Headquarters – Staff ’88-93 Gambia working in agroforestry from 1994-96. Caribbean – Staff ’93-96 Lawrence Tremonti, C’60 Romania ’01-03 The Pillar of Community Thomas Finan, C’64 Bolivia ’67-69 John Lynch, C’74, went into the Peace Corps right out of college working to fight Richard Hart, C’65 Bolivia ’65-67 blindness and never stopped. He started in Columbia (1974-76), had the good fortune to meet world leaders at a blindness conference and truly got hooked in Thomas Baker, C’67 Micronesia ’72-74 his community effort to fight for the blind. He went on to grad school at Boston Gerald Doetzer, C’71 Sierra Leone ’71-73 College, out to Fiji and down to Peru, where he met his wife of 25 years; he Belize ’75-78 doesn’t stay still. John is now executive director at Helen Keller Services for the Victor Barbiero, C’72 Ethiopia ’73-75 Blind on Long Island. Malawi – Staff ’09-present Robert Halstead, C’74 Tunisia ’76-78 His experience of having a career based on his work in the Peace Corps is common. Vic Barbiero, C’72, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (RPCV)-Ethiopia John Lynch, C’74 Columbia ’74-76 ’73-75, spent 22 years with USAID and is now on Peace Corps staff in Malawi. Paul Pometto, C’74 Benin ’74-76 Paul Pometto, C’74, RPCV-Benin ’74-76, has spent 17 years in 51 of the 53 Grace Goodman, C’77 Paraguay ’81-83 countries in Africa. He is now deputy chief of mission in Djibouti. Cuyler Yolanda Takesian, C’79 Mali ’82-84 Jackson, C’02, RPCV-Kyrgyz Republic ’07-09, was teaching English as a Foreign Ellen Fritz, C’85 Panama ’08-09 Language. He is still doing that in Shanghai. Brian Persse, C’03, M’05, RPCV- Thailand ’06-08, stayed there to continue his teaching career. Kathleen (Ryan) Jingwi, C’87 Cameroon ’90-93 Robert Meyring, C’90 Tonga ’94-96 The Answer Peter Suhosky, C’91 Ecuador ’92-94 And the answer to the opening question is … “Very well, thank you!” John Kirwan, C’92 Domestic Staff, yrs unknown Daniel Purkis, C’93 The Gambia ’94-96 This response is proven true simply by mentioning that Tom Finan, C’64, RPCV- Bolivia ’67-69, was the Mount’s 2009 Bruté Medal recipient. Shawn Walsh, C’94 Solomon Islands ’98-99 Steven Jost, C’95 Bolivia ’97-98 It is further confirmed by the fact that three Mounties put in multiple tours of Ryan Moore, C’98 Nepal ’99-01 duty as volunteers and/or staff. Jim Scanlon, C’57, S’61, put in a total of 13 years during four tours spanning a 23-year timeframe. When talking to me, he told me Rashida Graham, C’99 Guinea ’01-02 he’d enjoy doing another one. Gerald Doetzer, C’71, RPCV-Sierra Leone ’71-73 Edward Cuyler-Jackson, C’02 Kyrgyz Republic ’07-09 and Belize ’75-78, and Vic Barbiero, C’72, were the other two. Brian Persse, C’03, M’06 Thailand ’06-08 Chad Close, C’04 Ukraine ’04-06 Hey, Mounties—you could do much worse than join the Peace Corps; but I doubt that you could do any better. Give it some thought—you will be the beneficiary. Jack Weller, Employee Philippines ’76 Check them out at www.peacecorps.gov. My two years in Bolivia are still two of the best years of my life. Spring 2010 24

Investing in the Future

The Glenna DeWitt Osnos Scholarship Fund By Lisa Gregory

The Glenna DeWitt Osnos Cynthia Kratz until returning home Scholarship Fund was Lauta, C’99 to Maryland to be established in 1989 by As a very small girl, married in 2007. David M. Osnos, a former Cynthia Kratz Lauta Lauta currently practices member of the Mount’s remembers going to pediatrics part time in a Board of Trustees, in see her pediatrician and variety of settings: at Holy honor of his wife, Glenna. informing her mother that Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, someday she would be one, too. “I “Glenna and I became Md., caring for newborns in the would hear babies crying and say to extremely fond of the nursery as well as educating residents my mother, ‘I’m going to be a doctor Mount,” says David Osnos, and medical students; in a private that doesn’t make babies cry,’” she a longtime Washington, D.C., practice in Germantown, Md.; and recalls with a chuckle. lawyer. “We decided we wanted for the Community Clinic, Inc., to do something special for the Her desire to pursue a career in in Takoma Park and Gaithersburg, school and its students.” medicine intensified after her older Md., providing outpatient care for brother was diagnosed with advanced- uninsured and underinsured children. Osnos first became involved with the stage cancer at the age of 14. “I was “It is a privilege to work with children, Mount when he was asked by his close only 10 years old at the time, yet and to use the skills God has given me friend, fellow lawyer and Mount alum that experience made me realize that to make a difference in these young Peter O’Malley, C’60, to serve on there is such joy in helping others, lives,” she says. its Board of Trustees. “After visiting and that’s what I wanted to do.” Her the Mount, I decided I’d be happy to “It’s amazing to see these little helpless brother would go on to recover and is serve,” he says. newborns grow into beautiful young now a physician. people.” This despite Osnos not being Today, Lauta has realized her dream Catholic, but Jewish. No matter. For now, Lauta has cut back on her of being a pediatrician. But she “This is a top-grade institution with hours as a doctor to focus on her own admits that it may not have happened a dedication to the values of decency little one, her baby daughter Irene. “I without the Glenna DeWitt Osnos and education,” he says. “Both Glenna have a greater respect for the parents Scholarship. “The Osnos’ generosity and I have enormous respect for the of my patients,” she says, smiling. helped me complete my education Mount and its people.” “Being a mom makes me realize what at the Mount and go on to realize an honor it is to have parents entrust my dream,” says Lauta. And touch Although his wife suggested that the their child’s health to me.” scholarship be in both their names, countless little lives. Osnos joked that the title would Even as she focuses on her own family, Lauta graduated from the Mount with be “too long.” If truth be told, he she still plans to remain involved in a double major in biology and French. was eager to honor his wife and her her work as a pediatrician. “I love She credits her Mount education, interests in history, art, horticulture working with children, and I always particularly science professors such and botany. As such, the scholarship pray before work that God will guide as David Bushman, now dean of is awarded primarily on merit to an me in caring for them,” she says. “I the School of Natural Science and undergraduate student with an interest can’t think of a better investment of Mathematics, for preparing her well in one or more of the above areas. time. These children are our future. for the rigors of medical school. She We have a responsibility to take care went on to receive her medical degree “Glenna and I wanted to enable of them and nurture them.” highly talented people to receive an from the University of Maryland in education when they might otherwise 2003 and completed her pediatrics have a problem doing so,” says Osnos. residency through the State University “We wanted them to attend school, of New York at Buffalo at the graduate and make a real contribution Children’s Hospital of Buffalo. After to society.” her residency, she worked at Mercy Hospital in South Buffalo for a year,

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Beth Kitchin, C’09 In the fall of 2008, so much about. “I want to be like Beth Kitchin grew she participated in the professors I had at the Mount up fascinated with an academic trip to who had this excitement about their Russia. “My mother was Russia and visited subjects and wanted to share that,” a linguist and she had South Ural State she says. “I really would enjoy sharing studied in Russia before she University, where she what I have learned with others and became a stay-at-home mom,” was involved with a research having them discover that same joy says Kitchin. “So growing up she told project surveying students there about and interest in the subject.” me all these wonderful stories about current international relations events. the country and its people. Sometimes Recently, Kitchin had the opportunity she read Russian poems to me.” “That experience really inspired me,” to meet with David and Glenna she says. “It is one thing to think Osnos. “It was just amazing to meet Kitchin, who received bachelor’s about a country theoretically, but the people who had made so much degrees in political science and quite another to interact with its possible for me,” she says. “They were history at the Mount, is now pursuing people. It made a huge difference for so interested in what I was doing and a master’s degree in international me in understanding Russia.” the plans I had for the future.” relations at American University. She is focusing mainly on Russia. Once she receives her master’s degree, She adds, “A scholarship such as Kitchin plans to pursue a Ph.D. as this can be the most important “I wanted so badly to attend the well. “While studying for my Ph.D., I contribution a person can make. You Mount, and the Osnos Scholarship plan to work as an analyst on Russia are allowing people to do what they enabled me to do just that,” she says. for a government think tank or a really desire, not just what they can business.” make do with. It’s life changing.” Attending the Mount meant all the more to Kitchin when it provided She hopes to eventually become a an opportunity for her to visit the college professor, teaching others country she had heard so much about. about the country she has learned

“I am forever grateful for receiving this scholarship and this honor. …” The most recent recipients are Colleen Brandt, C’13; Sean Brogan, C’12; and Arthur Farnin, C’11.

Brandt is a first-year student who is Brogan is currently a sophomore and is Farnin is a junior majoring in history, considering a major in history. She planning to pursue a major in history who has also decided to pursue a minor enjoys horseback riding and reading and then attend law school for a career in political science and is excited about along with theater and singing. She also in criminal law. He enjoys sports and taking such courses as Comparative loves being outdoors, volunteering with played three varsity sports in high Politics in Africa. He enjoys playing children with disabilities and singing school. He is currently on the lacrosse hockey and is a Washington Capitals with her church choir. team at the Mount. fan, an interest he shares with David Osnos. Spring 2010 26 Generations Campaign for the Third Century

We're almost there! We need your help to reach our goal

With a formal announcement in February, the Mount officially kicked off the public phase of a two-year, multimillion-dollar capital campaign. Charged with leading the aggressive campaign are three cochairs: trustees Jack Bransfield, C’63, James V. McAveney, C’66, and Monsignor John Enzler, S’73. They sat down with the Mount Magazine this spring to explain the goals of the campaign.

Jack, can you Another major focus is on support, mentoring activities and talk about students, both undergraduate a positive social environment to the dollar and graduate. A primary goal help students succeed. In 2009, a target for the is to build endowed support for total of 22 students were enrolled campaign? scholarships and fellowships. in this ever-growing program. We also want to open up Based on the new opportunities for student J. Enzler, S’73 Jack, this public launch follows $50+ million ev. Msgr. John Jack Bransfield, C’63 research and further invest in R two years of what’s called a we’ve already other initiatives that extend Monsignor, quiet phase of the campaign, and raised through our quiet learning beyond the classroom to what degree is this campaign now another two to three years phase, we’ve set a $60 million and help students become going to deal with issues of is planned. How do you keep goal. It’s a number that will more globally focused. Key financial aid and providing the campaign uppermost in the challenge us, yet we’re hoping to offering these visionary access for students from diverse minds of alumni? to exceed this goal by at least $7 backgrounds? academic programs is being We have assembled a committee million. Our financial aid funding needs able to compete with the of alumni from around the are $10 million in this campaign. best institutions for hiring major metropolitan regions to Many of our peer schools have Jim, could you new faculty. Many of those assist us in planning a series describe the sizeable endowments, and they institutions have more money of regional public launches. components of are tapping those more fully to and larger endowments than The first one was just held in the campaign? provide even more substantial we have. We have to be very Baltimore on April 15, and it was There financial aid packages. The strategic in our efforts to attract, tremendously successful. Three are three Mount’s endowment is and retain, top professors. more are planned. These events overarching considerably more modest, and others will take the Mount priorities And then the third component and that puts us at a bit of a back on the road and generate for this is creating greater strength and competitive disadvantage, but we excitement again about where veney, C’66 campaign. still have to be in the game and James V. McA flexibility through the Mount we are in the campaign and how One is to Annual Fund. Because our we still have to allow students we’re starting to use the money transform our endowment is low, we rely on to afford the Mount experience. that’s been raised. historic but outdated facilities the funds raised each year to So building private support through a comprehensive cover our operating expenses. for scholarships and graduate With a brand new Terrace almost renovation of the Terrace For instance, we had to replace fellowships is crucial. completed, the announcement residence halls, the conversion of the old coal burner in February. of our four new schools and For instance, the Mount would Flynn Hall into the Delaplaine We purchased a new natural college, and many other exciting like to see its Third Century Fine Arts Center and the full gas boiler, which we couldn’t academic programs and plans, Scholars Program fully endowed restoration of the Chapel of the have done without our annual we’re building upon the vision to support seven new students Immaculate Conception. We support. It’s something we President Powell has laid out each year. This program assists also want to construct a brand were very happy to do because for us. We are ready, the alumni low-income African-American new Visitor Center to serve the the Mount will benefit from leadership is excited, and the and Hispanic students from the hundreds of thousands who visit improved efficiency and a president is fully committed Washington, D.C., metropolitan the National Shrine Grotto of greener campus environment. to making the campaign a Lourdes. area in obtaining their bachelor’s tremendous success. degrees. It provides financial

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Generations Honorary W e’re Campaign Chairs $55 Million as of Feb. 16, 2010 Feb. of as $55 Million Bettie Delaplaine, H’97 illio $60 M n Goal A Frederick philanthropist, Bettie has made support for the arts a priority in her life. The Delaplaine Opening of the Delaplaine Fine Arts Center in newly Monsignor, are there other Fine Arts Center renovated Flynn Hall is named in specific challenges? honor of Bettie and her husband Mount St. Mary’s University is enjoying unprecedented growth as We need a couple of very George’s generous gift for this we enter our third century. The Delaplaine Fine Arts Center is an large and significant gifts— campaign priority.  important part of that growth, providing a world-class teaching transformational gifts of and learning environment for students in the arts. The $10 million $1 million and above. Archbishop Harry J. renovation of Flynn Hall includes: And the person who’s giving Flynn, DD, S’60, H’85, $50—we need them to give Horning Theatre: Trustee Emeritus $75. The person who’s giving A state-of-the-art Archbishop Flynn served Mount St. theatre with larger stage $200—we need them to think construction facilities and Mary’s Seminary from 1965-79 as about $250. We need our dressing rooms a faculty member, dean, vice rector alumni base to stretch a little and rector. Archbishop emeritus bit more in this effort and our of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul parents and community to and Minneapolis, he celebrates his give generously as well. That’s Williams Art Gallery Improved music Golden Jubilee of ordination this what’s going to make this practice rooms and year. departmental offices campaign successful. Joseph F. Horning Jr., You will be invited to this special event celebrating this magnificent C’53, H’90, Trustee building made possible with the generosity of our friends, alumni and donors. Date to be announced. Invitations will be mailed. Emeritus Joe and his wife, Lynne, good friends of Catholic education and the arts, are especially sensitive to the needs of minorities and the poor. Most recently at the Mount, Joe and Lynne have supported the Delaplaine Fine Arts Center and established a fellowship in minority studies.

John Walsh, C’58, H’04, Trustee Emeritus Many will remember the success of “Walsh’s Warriors,” consisting of devoted alumni who raised Save the date Contact: Visit us on the web significant gifts for the Mount’s Regional Public Launch Events Generations Campaign Office www.msmary.edu/generations Connections Campaign, which • Baltimore, April 15 Deborah Powell, Campaign Director Make your gift online, read ended in 2001 and raised millions 301.447.6872 | fax.301.447.7400 testimonials from alumni who gave • New York City, May 25 above its original goal. [email protected] and more about the goals of the • Philadelphia, Sept. 16 campaign. • Washington, D.C., Oct. 28

Spring 2010 28 Generations Campaign for the Third Century

The Claddagh Lounge opens New Organ Purchased for Chapel in McCaffrey Hall Thanks to the generosity of the Trustee Hilary Camp O’Donnell, Knights of Columbus, a new C’83; and her husband Michael, Walker, Aeolian, Skinner digital Lead Gift Received C’84, met and fell in love at the reproduction organ has arrived for Terrace Residence Mount. That’s one reason why the at the Mount and is now in the Halls Renovation Mount is an integral part of their choir loft of the Chapel of the Dr. Mark Sobus, C’89, and his philanthropic giving activities. Immaculate Conception. This wife, Christina, recently made Another reason is their belief beautiful liturgical instrument will a $100,000 gift to support the that the mission of the Mount, truly enhance the dignity of the Terrace renovations in honor founded in the four pillars of faith, music during Mass and Vespers of his 20th reunion. For many discovery, leadership and community, must continue to be provided celebrated in our historic chapel. alumni, the Terrace is where for current and future generations. When asked about the connection they forged a bond with The Mount extends sincere and roommates, enjoyed good times that they have to the Mount, Hilary stated, “The Mount was and heartfelt thanks to Mr. Carl and created lasting friendships. still is an important part of our lives and provided us both with a Anderson, Supreme Knight, for Mark’s gift and the class of superior education and the core foundation for our lifelong values the most generous $250,000 1989’s generosity have named and beliefs.” Their daughter, Kristen, C’12 added, “People say you go naming gift from the Knights the newly completed activity away to college, but at the Mount, you come home to college.” of Columbus. The organ will be lounge in DuBois Hall. named to honor Venerable Father Recently, they made a major gift of $150,000 to name the large Michael J. McGivney, the founder Mark said, “I believe Mount lounge in McCaffrey Hall. “The Claddagh Lounge” was named as a of the Knights. St. Mary’s was crucial to my tribute to the O’Donnell’s heritage and dedicated in loving memory professional success. The of Hilary’s Irish mother, Virginia Marie O’Donnell Camp. Hilary The Mount has a long and proud attention I received from and Mike’s hope is that many Mount students will forge lifelong association with the Knights of Mount professors over my four friendships while enjoying the lounge. Columbus. We point with pride years was exceptional.” After to Mount St. Mary’s Council receiving a degree in psychology The lounge sports walls of bright apple green paint and modern 1965, the oldest continually active from the Mount, Mark went on contemporary seating in shades of lime green and navy. To promote college and university council in to receive his law degree and and encourage an enriched student life experience, the O’Donnell’s the United States, and to our own a Ph.D. in psychology from the furnished the lounge with two large flat screen TVs, a Wii game Most Rev. William Lori, S’77, Law and Psychology program at system, a 62 multi-game arcade system and a Golden Tee game bishop of Bridgeport, Supreme the University of Nebraska. Now machine. It’s so much fun to be there, in fact, the trustees have been Chaplain. a skilled litigation consultant making a habit of gathering in the lounge in between board meeting It is most appropriate that the with R and D Strategic activities to relax and enjoy its amenities. Father McGivney Organ was Solutions, Mark, Christina and played for the first time in the their two boys, Benjamin and In addition to Hilary’s duties on the Student Life Committee of the chapel during the Mass of Thomas, reside in Kingwood, Board of Trustees, Hilary and Mike also serve as cochairs for the Christian Burial celebrated for our Texas. Alumni Gift Committee for the Generations Campaign for the Third beloved seminary professor Father Century. They also have a son, Sean, and can be seen cheering on the Robert Zylla, O.S.C., who held The Mount thanks Mark, his Mount athletes at various games throughout the year. family, members of the class many offices with the Knights, of 1989, and many other including associate state chaplain generous alumni for their “People say you go away to college, but at the Mount, for Maryland. selfless support of the Terrace you come home to college.” The current $2.5 million residence halls through the restoration plan for the chapel Generations Campaign for the —Kristen O'Donnell, C’12 remains on schedule and work will Third Century. continue in intervals over the next 18 months. Thank you to those who have given so generously towards this important project. Mount Magazine Generations 29 Capital Creations Plan • Invest in the Mission BB&T Center for Moral Foundations of Capitalism Established

This past winter, President Powell This grant reinforces and announced the creation of the enhances the Mount’s reputation BB&T Center for the Study of the for addressing today’s social Moral Foundations of Capitalism, challenges by offering strong funded in part by a $500,000 leadership in moral and social grant from Branch Banking and responsibility. Said President Trust Company of North Carolina. Powell, “It is important to us The center will be located in the that every program meets the School of Business at Mount highest academic standards and Thanks to a partnership established with the Cambridge Companies, St. Mary’s University and have a encourages students to hear all located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Mount St. Mary’s strong focus on the importance points of view. We thank BB&T University has launched a unique initiative that will benefit of individual and corporate for supporting our School of participant, and provide the Mount cash it can use today. This responsibility. Additionally, the Business and the importance of recently patented program combines bonds with a Charitable grant will establish a BB&T ethics in the classroom and our Remainder Trust to create a charitable deduction and long-term, Scholar in Business, Capitalism community.” tax-free income. These non-callable bonds, backed by the full faith and Ethics who will lead the and credit of Mount St. Mary’s, will pay an annuity of 5.25%, and center’s activities. Instrumental in the effort were with the charitable deduction and tax-free component, can create BB&T executives Senior Vice an effective tax yield well in excess of 5.25%, depending on personal BB&T Senior Vice President President Rob Tuggle, C’93, Regional President Mike Oster circumstances. Rodney Hughes said, “BB&T is proud to be affiliated with and State President Brant Approved by the Board of Trustees in 2009, “This investment- Mount St. Mary’s University. The Stanbridge. The Mount also based philanthropy plan has been well vetted by our attorneys, and Mount is to be applauded for thanks Dr. Forgang, Morrison successfully used by other universities,” Dr. Powell noted. "Funds its outstanding commitment to Professor Dr. Kirk Davidson raised through this program will help us complete the Terrace higher education.” and Dr. Lisa McLeod-Simmons, renovations, and contribute to the success of our Generations former director of foundations Dr. William Forgang, dean of the and corporate relations, for their Campaign.” School of Business, noted that expert efforts in writing this funding from BB&T will support In December 2009, the Mount issued the first series of these bonds, in grant. classroom and public symposia to the amount of $1.2 million. It will make a second tranche available in explore the morality of capitalism June 2010. Jack Bransfield, C’63, Trustee and Generations Campaign and its causal links to economic Co-Chair who participated in the first issue, stated “While this well-being and social justice. program may not be for everyone, those in a position to take advantage of this extraordinary offer can secure an attractive rate of return, and at the same time, make a meaningful gift to the Mount. In this current economy, I have not seen anything like it.”

If you are at least 65 years old, and would like more information on this creative investment and philanthropic program, please contact Vice President for University Advancement John T. Butler at 301-447-7432 or [email protected].

Spring 2010 30 Mount Sports

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the cut by two-hundredths of a unconscious for several minutes. of 10, or leg presses more than second. As the first alternate, he Being knocked out is not 1,000 pounds. has no regrets. something new for Olympic- level sledders, but further tests Not all of his work is conducted “To me, it’s the greatest honor in the weight room. His goal is to showed bleeding in his brain, You can even you can have to represent get athletes in the best physical and his retirement came the next see the Mount's your country in a competition day. Burns’ cracked helmet is a condition to compete, and that Athletic logo on like that,” said Burns. U.S. testament to the inherent danger takes more than lifting weights. T.J.'s helmet! bobsledders went on to gold in of his sport. this year’s Olympics. “We spend a lot of time on

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Spring 2010 32 Class Notes The Wizard of Odds Pat Connelly, C’02, helps the Washington Wizards by being a pretty good judge of collegiate basketball talent.

By Benjamin Gleisser

teammates, the team’s or professional level. He is confident that he equipment manager, played basketball in high knows the difference college sportswriters and school and college, but “I between a wilting even the fans. realized my skills weren’t wannabe and a budding great, so I decided to pro. But he’s also Why all the focus on other things.” grateful to know that he conversations? “Kids are He graduated from can still call on one of on their best behavior Mount St. Mary’s with a his mentors, Mount St. when I talk with them, business degree. Mary’s men’s basketball but I need to get a total coach Milan Brown, for feeling about someone,” But hoops and parquet sound advice. Connelly says. “His were in his blood, and athleticism and how he in 2003 he journeyed “I think Pat’s doing competes is important, to England to serve as a great job for the Photo credit: Wizards Photos but I also want to see an assistant coach with Wizards,” says Brown. “I how he interacts with the Brighton Bears. know that it hurts him Pat Connelly, C’02, is his teammates. I also Connelly enjoyed to see the team’s not a Wizard, but don’t ask look a little into his helping the Bears win doing well right now, him to cast any spells. background. This is the British Basketball and that’s good. That He’s much happier important, because League championship means he cares about watching his team we might be making that season, but says the organization. Pat making magic on game a multimillion-dollar British basketball was far has always had a good nights. investment in him.” less glamorous than the eye for the game and Connelly, 29, is the NBA. I’m proud of his NBA Scouting professional Washington Wizards’ success.” and amateur athletes “I didn’t just coach, I advance scout/college for the Wizards for four also helped sell tickets scout, and his behind- seasons has sharpened and wash uniforms,” the-scenes job with Connelly’s intuition he remembers. “Some the NBA organization about not only a player’s coaches even drove the involves having a keen talent, but what’s in bus, and we often had eye and being a shrewd his “heart.” Plus, he nine-hour bus trips. But judge of athletes’ gets some pointers it was a lot of fun.” strengths and weakness. now and then from his As an advance scout, older brother, Tim, the After that season he he watches games of Wizards’ director of returned to the United opposing teams and player personnel. States and attended prepares reports for Baylor University, where the coaches. And as a “Everyone works he earned a master’s college scout, he attends together,” Connelly says, degree in speech hoop contests across the then laughs. “I get to communication and country, seeking the best give my two cents.” served as a graduate collegiate players. assistant for the men’s A group of Mount fans tailgating in 'The Pit' prior to the Born in Baltimore, basketball team. In 2006, Mount St. Mary's @ Robert Morris NEC semifinal playoff Many times, that means Connelly grew up in a he became part of the basketball game on March 7th. L. to r.: Scott Little, Dan doing lots of talking–to sports-minded family. Wizard's organization. Reaver, John P. Foley IV, C'06; Jane Moore, Tony Little, Jason the player himself, of In fact, four of the Epps, C’05; Gustavus B. Durr, C'08 ; unidentified, Brian Carroll, course, and then to five Connelly boys are Today, after evaluating C’05; Kevin Heyden, Jay C. Loughry, C’07; unidentified, the player’s coaches, affiliated with basketball hundreds of aspiring Kevin Lynch, C’08, Anthony Battaglia, Jon Malek, and Chad at either the collegiate NBA athletes, Connelly Newmaster, C’07 Class Notes 33 To My Fellow 1940 1964 ● Edward T. Burns ◗ Dan Curtin Mounties, 1943 ◗ George Gelles ◗ Pat Goles ● Harry St. A. O’Neill The new NAA Leadership team has ◗ John Hogan 1947 ◗ Ron Krilla hit the ground running! We have ● Neil White hosted wonderful events on campus 1948 Members of the class and throughout our chapter system. ● Phil Hurray of 1964 gathered at the house of Gene Waldron, Last October, the class of 2010 was 1949 ● C’64, in South Carolina inducted into the NAA at the Young John W. Burkhard ● Thomas B. Grasberger to play golf for four days. Alumni Reception, where we awarded ● Robert J. Landy Photo taken by Jack the Distinguished Young Alumni ● Bill O’Neill Hughes, C’64.  William “Wilbur” Wills, Award to Heath Tarbert, C’98. ● James P. Stanton 1965 C’69, and his wife, Sue, 1950 The Young Alumni Committee is a vital factor in ◗ ■ Dave Davenport have surpassed 7,500 ● Edwin C. Gibbons Jr. the success of our Strategic Plan and the growth in ■ Dick Hart performances on stage. ● ■ Bernie Jacobs ◗ John McKee Between the 20 years participation at all alumni events. I would like to thank ■ Steve Sweeney Rob Weed, C’93, for his outstanding leadership in ■ Wayne Mascia of running their theatre 1952 ◗ ■ Dennis Molloy company in Ocean City, developing this committee from its inception in the ● Monsignor Gerard Green ● Nicholas G. Otzel Md., and their current early 1990s and for mentoring today’s leaders who ● Robert J. Keene ■ John Williams ● William Neville O’Grady “Presidents and First serve on the YAC. This is a vibrant group of alums 1966 ● John F. O’Neill Ladies, dramatically focused on engaging all alumni in service to our alma ● Tom Barry mater. 1954 ● John Kaheny speaking” touring program, ● Leo E. Green ● John F. Toale the Wills have amassed The newly formed Carolinas Chapter hosted their first 1955 1967 an amazing record. To Mass and luncheon this March; the Generations Campaign ◗ ■ Jack McMullen ● Dr. Edward A. Dolan add icing to the cake, launch events are coming to Baltimore, NYC, Philadelphia 1957 1968 their daughter, Jennifer, is and Washington, D.C.; and many other community ● John D. Graham ● John J. Gallagher the current leading lady service events are planned throughout the coming year. ● Jim Quinn ● Thomas Werzyn in “The Phantom of the Also, Reunion Weekend is shaping up to be spectacular 1960 1969 Opera” on Broadway. as we dedicate the Veterans Walkway, celebrate class ■ Jim Courtney ● Tom Pruitt anniversaries and reconnect with old friends. ■ Bill Kennedy Harry Marra Jr., C’69, ◗ ● Matt McHugh Maj. Gen. John “Tony” I look forward to meeting with you on campus or at an ◗ ● is still a decathlete. Mike Meyer Studds, C’60, writes: event in your hometown. ■ Peter O’Malley He just accepted a job “Classmates from the class ■ Joe Quinlan offer to coach at the of 1960, I encourage you To the Mount! ■ John Rooney University of Oregon, to purchase a naming brick ■ Dick Russo currently the reigning ■ Larry Tremonti on the Veterans’ Memorial David Conaghan, C’81, President men’s NCAA indoor Walkway in recognition See sidebar note from champions. Previously, of your active or reserve Maj. Gen. John “Tony” he was a member of the military service, or in Studds, C’60  United States’ coaching recognition of a family staff at the IAAF World 1961 member’s or friend’s. ● John Neil Fink Championships in Paris Please call Phil McGlade ● Karl Miller (2003), Helsinki (2005) at 301-447-5017 for Mount St. Mary’s University ● Donald P. Quinn and Osaka (2007) and information. Any donation National Alumni Association ● Charles J. Shimkus was an assistant coach for to this superb expression 1962 the 1999 Pan American of the Mount community’s ● Louis T. Armelin Games, where U.S athletes ● Michael L. McCarthy perpetual contribution to won five gold medals, four JBL Bluefish ● Dennis G. Potter our national defense is also silvers and a bronze and Invitational 2009 ● William Zimmerman a donation to our 50th set a pair of meet records. 1963 Anniversary Class Gift. Photo from the John He was also a coach for ● Dennis Doyle Once we have attained Bailey Lloyd, C’65, the 1981 and 1982 U.S. ● Joseph E. Farrell the goal of the Veterans’ Bluefish Tournament held ● Col. “Jack” Lauer Olympic Festivals. Walkway Campaign, all in his honor to support Dr. H. Stephen Fletcher, remaining donations will enjoyment of bluefishing. C’63, recently assisted in be applied to the Terrace Stephen Schwing, C92, is Renovation Project. May the reigning champ for 3 Haiti; see article on page Our Good Lord bless each years in a row. 2 or visit www.msmary. edu/FletcherJournal. of you!”

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1970 Brooks, USMC Ret., and dedication to his ■ Joe Ackler and Bruce Lowen (first job. The Montgomery ■ Pete Benninger mate). Photo taken by County Police ● James F. Clarke Pat Casey (not shown), Department recognized ■ Larry Donato who was also a denizen Steve by naming the ■ Kevin Dowd of Bruté Hall in 1969. ● Joseph J. Dougherty newest building on the Both Mike and Tim ◗ Bill “Mace” Hunt driving track in his ◗ Phil McGlade made the trip from their honor. ■ Bill Reilly residences in Florida. 1976 ■ Mike Rodgers Most repeated line from ● Jack J. Causa ◗ Ted Shearer the weekend: “What were ● Frederick S. Horn ■ Brian Smith 1972 we thinking??” ◗ Tom Wilson Master Sgt. Ronald Pitts, ● Carl Harbaugh Luis Grillo, C’70, has ● Frank G. Lidinsky 1974 C’76, was presented the Presidential Volunteer more than 600 partners. been inducted into the William J. Healy, C’74,  Ray Sloan, C’72, and Service Award for The board sets the firm’s Anne Arundel County was recently appointed to Frank Lidinsky, C’72, serving as a volunteer strategic direction on Sports Hall of Fame. vice president, regional at the Grotto—not at with Employer Support a national basis and The Annapolis resident operations, of the the Mount, but at the of the Army National oversees the financial, was a Division I NCAA continuing care division, University of Notre Guard and Reserve, a operational, management basketball official for a supportive health Dame. Ray and Frank Department of Defense and quality assurance 13 years and worked corporation of Catholic finally made that road volunteer program. functions of the firm. the Final Four in back- Health East, one of the trip they talked about in The award recognizes to-back seasons before nation’s largest Catholic sophomore year, 40 years individual dedication to Bishop Kevin C. moving up to the NBA health systems. Healy will ago, traveling 1,300 miles volunteer service and Rhoades, C’79, was and becoming one of the work with the continuing round trip to see Notre signifies service to the transferred to be most respected referees care division to provide Dame defeat Boston community and country appointed as the ninth during a 21-year tenure. consultative and College. Frank’s nephew, with distinction. bishop of the Diocese of management services to 1971 Dennis Mahoney, is Fort Wayne-South Bend organizations unaffiliated ● Robert K. Dunn number 71 for the 1977 on Nov. 14, 2009. He was ● Jack Ellis Fighting Irish. with CHE, helping ● Maryann Solak named rector of Mount ● George J. Savastano Jr. improve and enhance 1978 St. Mary’s Seminary in 1973 ● John V. Sherwin operations at continuing ● Robert G. Baker 1997, a role he fulfilled ● Timothy L. O’Shea care retirement ● Robert A. Herb until his appointment ● Mark J. Swetley communities. 1979 by Pope John Paul II as  Xavi DeCaire, C’73, ● Dave Cohill bishop of the Diocese of 1975 is proud to announce his ● Marianne T. Mulligan Harrisburg, Pa., on Oct. ◗ John Binau granddaughter Josephine ● Kenneth E. Pringle ◗ Bob Cardoni 14, 2004. Catherine DeCaire. Born ● ■ Michael P. Connolly 1980 on June 22, 2009, to ● ■ Keith W. Heagey ● ◗ Timothy C. Dec Xavi’s son and daughter- ◗ Martha Kenney ◗ Maureen Cashen Dolan in-law Nic and Anne ● ■ Romas Laskauskas ◗ Phil Dolan ● ■ George Randall DeCaire. Seen in photo ● Charles J. Haberkorn ■ Charlie Sherron with Josephine is Xavi ◗ Elaine Holland and his wife Maria Elena.  Steven Colferai, C'75, ● Nancy Philion Scharff a 33 year veteran with ● Judy Mazzeo Zocchi  Richard Doherty, the Montgomery County The Daily Record recently C’73, writes, “Still friends Police Department named Marty Brunk, (and still crazy) after was recently honored C’80, managing director all these years. Forty  Bill Gorman, C’79, of RSM McGladrey in years to the month after by the department a partner in McGladrey Timonium, Maryland, we arrived at MSM in for his dedication and & Pullen’s Timonium, one of sixty Influential September 1969, we commitment as an Md., office, has been Marylanders. Marty is the regrouped for a weekend Emergency Vehicle named a member of the first CPA to receive this of salt water fishing Operator Course McGladrey & Pullen honor. on Long Beach Island, instructor. Steve Board of Directors for a N.J.” From left to right has been cited as four-year term, effective (all C’73): Host and an inspiration to his Dec. 1, 2009. This skipper Lou DiGiovanni, students and fellow 10-member, independent Capt. Mike Stiber, Rick instructors through governing body was Doherty, Col. Tim his positive attitude elected by the firm’s

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Dennis Maguire, C’82, John Lonergan, C’85, is their website at www. was appointed president a deputy district attorney keystodesign.com. in October 2009 of in Los Angeles County, Paramount Pictures Home Calif. He was recently 1988 ● Patricia Crimmins Kunzman Entertainment Worldwide. named the winner of the ● Kathleen Gill McDermott In this role, Maguire holds 2009 Prosecutor of the 1989 operating responsibility Year Award. In addition, ● Thomas B. Berenato for the division’s sales, John was named the ● Mark Damato marketing and distribution Ken Lamb Distinguished ● Julie Wright Hyland of home entertainment Achievement Award ● Monsignor Robert J. Jaskot  John Bransfield III, content for the Paramount winner, an award ● Linda Kelley Junker C’91, ran in the New Motion Picture Group in recognizing his ● Lorraine (Leo) Knepple York Marathon on the United States and the achievements and ● Patrick Nield Nov. 1, 2009. He ran to division’s 12 offices in other contributions to the office Derek Jess, C’89, honor his classmate Beth 1981 territories. throughout his career. MBA’92, reports that Logler, C’91. Beth was ● Patricia Parrish Bay John, who was an ROTC members of the New killed in the World Trade ● Ellen M. Callahan David Yhlen, C’82, recently Scholarship student Jersey Association of Center attacks on ● David Conaghan accepted a position as an while at the Mount and School Business Officials Sept. 11. John is doing ● Thomas P. Whelan adjunct faculty member at continues to serve in the have elected him as his part to raise funds for Mary Hammond, Eastern University. David U.S. Army Reserves, was the organization’s new the Class of 1991 gift. MBA’81, the deputy still holds his position at also recently promoted to second vice president That class gift will be director/chief of the Virtua Health as the VP the rank of colonel by the for the 2009-10 school designated for Terrace Training Support of hospital operations. He Department of the Army. year. Jess worked for the Renovations and will be Division for the School of graduated from Eastern City of Perth Amboy, the presented at the class’s Information Technology with his MBA in health 1986 KPMG tax and auditing 20th Reunion in 2011, ● John Singleton at Fort Gordon, is the administration. He teaches services firm, and the approximately 10 years newly appointed special in the master’s level health 1987 Spotswood Borough Board after Beth’s death. ● Timothy J. Buck assistant to the national administration program of Education before taking ● Thomas F. Cahill Michael W. Dawson, FEW president for military and teaches healthcare a position as the Perth ● V. Kelly Mulholland C’91, has recently been women. Her primary economics in the RN to ● Amboy Public Schools John Prout elected by the Constitution mission is to attract more BSN program. business administrator six Tim Buck, C’87, and Party of Maryland to lead military women from years ago. 1983 John Greene, C’87, the party’s state central all services, active and ● Mary Camille Brown founded Keys to Design 1990 committee. Dawson reserve, to use and view ● Thea Ackerman Carey with Jeff Highfill. This ◗ ● Kelly (McLaughlin) Catania earned a B.A. in political the FEW as a resource for ● Joanne Weed McShalley is a sales, service and ■ Jerry Dowd science. He lives in training and networking. ● Mark Panetta facilitation company ● The Rev. Rick Hilgartner Perryville, Md. 1985 ◗ ● Karen M. Imbach 1982 in Huntersville, N.C., ● Thomas Arrowsmith ● Karen Manto-Corrao ● Michael Berens Betsey Kamm, MBA’91, ■ Bob Brennan servicing the furniture and ◗ Jim Morgan ● Michael J. Neuman ■ Therese Draddy services needs of myriad ◗ Robert Molz has been appointed the  Nancy Graham, wife of ● Mary Free Kruft companies. As many ◗ Alison Walsh first managing director of John Graham, C’82, and ■ John McNulty other furniture entities 1991 the Hanna Perkins Center ◗ ■ Frank McShalley mother of Mount student shrink, Keys to Design ● David Cassese for Child Development. ■ Don Stevenson is finding new ways to ● John Bransfield Kamm, a certified Brittany Graham, C’12 ◗ Peggy Nolan Tripp submitted this photo of answer age-old problems. fundraising executive, will the Mount St. Mary’s Fr. Michael J. With a strong background manage administration, vs. Loyola College rugby Kavanaugh, S’85, has in sales, Greene and his marketing and fund game in Baltimore. “In this been named pastor partners are finding new development at the picture John is jumping of the Church of the ways to service many agency. An experienced over the Loyola players. Most Holy Trinity in different industries. Buck’s nonprofit administrator, John has never given up Augusta, Georgia. background includes Kamm served most the sport or his loyalty to Most Holy Trinity is a finance, procurement and recently as director of the Mount! He continues downtown congregation project management; he institutional advancement to stay in touch with the with approximately 950 is a former consultant to for The Nord Center rugby team and supports registered households. the furniture industry and in Lorain. Prior to it because he had so much It sponsors Immaculate has more than 22 years that, she was executive passion for the game and Conception Elementary of business experience. director of the Cleveland his school!” School. This year the Greene and Buck met Psychoanalytic Center in parish is celebrating its while attending the Mount Cleveland Heights, Ohio. bicentennial. and have remained close friends ever since. Visit

Spring 2010 36 Class Notes

1992 1996 2000 2006 2008 ● Charles “Chuck” Schley ● Jennifer O’Dea Sprungle ◗ Stephanie Lopez Anderson ● Alba Alvarez ● Ryan Audy 1997 ◗ Anne (Stocker) Kalis ● Kathleen Coleman ● Crysten McKenzie David Steinour, C’92, ● Laura Portier LaLumiere ● Bradley Duggan ● Sarah (Moncada) Brion 2009 has been selected by ● Stephanie Jodrie Travis 2007 ● Emma Dusenbery The George Washington 1998 2001 ● Justina Dillon ● Sara Garbarini ● Alice (Wylie) Baumer University to serve as ● Peter B. Mannix ● Jessica Halliday ● Harry C. Benjamin chief information officer David S. Campbell, ● Melissa Sipes ● Bradley M. Boyd 2002 MBA’07, has been hired ◗ Andy Wassmann following a national ● William J. Frank ● Lizette Chacon search. Steinour had been by Graystone Tower ● Greg K. Kirby 2003 ● Mike T. Kirby Bank in Chambersburg, serving as the interim ● Nick Meekins CIO after joining GW ● Patrick M. McGinn Pa., as commercial 2004 relationship manager. He as the deputy CIO in Christina Weaver, C’98, ● Robert L. Posey most recently held the February 2008. He brings has accepted a position ● Martin L. Valerio position of small business to the position more in Lancaster, Pa., as an than 20 years of higher 2005 relationship manager at assistant professor of ● Megan Kelly Beno education IT experience. F&M Trust. In addition, mathematics. Previously, ● Erin Bradin Campbell is an adjunct 1994 she was a postdoctoral ● Maria Burke ● Ryan M. Coleman faculty member in the ● Bridget Daul Kelly fellow for six years at Mt. ◗ Andrew Diffenderfer Business and Economics ● Colin P. Ward Sinai School of Medicine. ● Rachel Lawruk Department at Wilson ● Mike Zinzi  Ed Krumpotich, ● Justin McMahon College. 1999 MAT’09, has been Marty Qually, C’94 ● Angela P. Fatula ● Elizabeth Connolly Protani is bringing 20 years ● Cynthia Kratz Lauta ◗ Dale Rader Phillips Lt. John Paul Snook, named Teacher of the experience in the food (USA) C’07, is Year by the Friends of Kelly (Stewart) Cash, service industry to currently deployed in Catholic Education, C’99, was recently his new restaurant, Kabul, Afghanistan, on Frederick County, promoted to resource Smokehouse Alley in a 12-month tour that Maryland. Ed was manager at a national Emmitsburg, where started last August. He honored at the Teacher security agency located he serves as general will return to Germany Recognition Dinner on in Wiesbaden, Germany. manager and chef of the this August and remain Jan. 31, 2010. She and her husband will restaurant. Smokehouse there for about six more be living in Wiesbaden for Alley has become the months, finishing out his Kathryn Rosario, a three-year tour. They newest addition to the three-year tour there, C’09, is mentoring and are looking forward to  Erin Bradin, C’05, Emmitsburg business then off to the Captain’s facilitating mentoring at the many opportunities to has been promoted community; the new career course. Big Brothers, Big Sisters travel the world. to senior associate at in Sitka, Alaska, with the venture opened in Warschawski, a public November of 2009. Jesuit Volunteer Corps Jaime relations and advertising Northwest. 1995 Cevallos, firm, where she has ● Stella Cinoa Barry C’99, worked since 2006. In ● Adam Burch still loves her new role, Erin will ● Patrick D. Dolan baseball! A oversee all aspects of ● Deborah Stocker Giles swing coach, client servicing, including Second Annual Dustin Bauer,C’08 ■ Kevin Murphy he has been strategic planning, ● Frank Pardavilla Memorial 5K and 1 Mile Walk ◗ Meg Gleeson Taft receiving campaign development significant media and execution, media DeWitt Bauer, C‘03 held the 2nd Annual Dustin Karen O’Shaughnessy, attention. His new bat, relations and account Bauer, C’08 Memorial 5K & 1 Mile Walk on C’95, has taken a position the MP30 Baseball management. In her November 15, 2009 at Oregon Ridge Park in as VP of media services Training Bat, was recently previous role, she handled Cockeysville, MD. This event raises money for The at Sage Communications, featured in ESPN, The day-to-day account Dustin Bauer Memorial Fund, which is a non-profit a Vienna, Virginia-based Magazine, Baseball management activities for 501 (c)(3) created by DeWitt in 2008, whose goal is marketing communications America, Yahoo! Finance, a number of the agency’s to grow a solid foundation of giving and continue agency in the government, Fanhouse.com and clients, including Under in Dustin’s example of humane kindness and help technology and healthcare DRaysBay.com, among Armour, DEWALT, as many students/athletes as possible. Dustin’s industries in Washington, others. Check him out W.L. Gore Associates, Memorial Fund provides monetary donations for D.C. on his website, www. Buster Sports, Milestones scholarship contributions of educational and athletic theswingmechanic.com. Achievement Centers of purposes to students at Mount St. Mary’s so that America and the Capital they may continue their quest for knowledge, Funding Group. lifelong learning and athletic grace at the Mount!

● Class Agents ■ Reunion Class Gift Representatives ◗ Reunion Reps Contact your class representatives, visit www.msmary.edu/alumni. Email class notes to [email protected]. Class Notes 37 Two Outstanding Alums Gain Trustee Emeritus Status

William T. Kennedy, Bill and his wife Marilyn into the Mount St. Mary’s C’60, Trustee have raised four children, Sports Hall of Fame in Emeritus Maureen, Tracey, Christine 2010. and Scott, and are the Mr. Kennedy graduated proud grandparents of His dedication and from Mount St. Mary’s Chloey, Luke, Robert, commitment to the with a Bachelor of Science Steven, Travis and Renee. Mount and its mission are in business administration, unquestioned; his service earned his C.P.A. includes chair of the John J. Walsh, C’58, certification in 1967, and Founder’s Club, chair of The Mount Brought had a 30-year career with Trustee Emeritus the Connections Campaign Us Together accounting firm Ernst and John Walsh graduated and Walsh’s Warriors, Young, where he was from Mount St. Mary’s and chair of the Board of Associate Director for Residence Life partner. with a Bachelor of Science Trustees. degree in economics Jennifer Lenfant and Assistant Director of Bill is a member of the earning his MBA from New John most recently took Admissions Edward Wright, C’06 prestigious American York University. He had a a leadership role in the Institute of CPAs, New distinguished career with Generations Campaign. During her first year in graduate school, Jen met Eddie York State Society of CP’s Lord Abbett & Company ensuring its success, just as at the graduate assistantship interviews at Canisius and chair of the National where he became partner his leadership was essential College in Buffalo, N.Y. Little did she know that Association of Accounting. in 1980. to the Bicentennial eventually a small Catholic university in Emmitsburg, Celebration. Md., would change their lives. His dedication and Mr. Walsh has been a commitment to the Mount member of the New John has two sons, When they met, it was as if they’d known each other and its mission were York Society of Security Brendan and Matthew, for years. Jen recalls Eddie always telling her about a evidenced by his active role Analysts, president of and is a proud grandfather magical place called “the Mount” where “everyone on the Mount Board of the Wall Street Utility to Ryan, Nicholas, Evelyn, knew your name.” The first time Jen visited “the Trustees, where he served Group and on the Board Millie, Hugh and Oliver. as chair of the Finance Mount,” she was enthralled by the magnificence of the of Trustees for Brooklyn architecture, mountains and landscaping. Eddie told her Committee and an ad hoc Hospital Center. He is a member of the Residence on many occasions that he dreamed of returning to the veteran of the U.S. Marine Mount to work and give back to his alma mater. Hall Committee. Corps and the Marine Reserves. Mr. Kennedy’s frequent However, the couple’s relationship was put to the test over the next two years as job opportunities at other and long-term generosity John has been honored as schools kept them apart. to the Mount’s Annual a loyal son of the Mount Fund, the Connections for his distinctive service Then Jen was contacted about a job opening at the Campaign, the Bicentennial with the 34th Annual Celebration and the current Mount. She moved, began her work as the new Bruté Medal in 1998, the associate director for residence life and, just as she Generations Campaign is 2002 Pride of the Mount hoped, the Mount and its “amazing community” truly a further testament to his Award, and induction loyalty to his alma mater. became her home. A few months later, Eddie applied for and was offered the assistant director of admissions position under the new dean of admissions, Mike Post. The couple was Walk participants: ecstatic. It seemed like their lives were finally aligning. Ashley Hutchinson, C’09; Melanie Schwer, Shortly after Eddie moved back to the Mount, he C’09; Sara Brown, C’09; proposed to Jen. They are now engaged to be married at Stephanie Dickerson, the Grotto’s Glass Chapel on July 10, 2010. C’08; Mallory Longfield, C’09; Dana In the end, it was the Mount that finally brought Jen Collins, C’09; Monica and Eddie together … an extraordinary community and Wolf, C’08 a wonderful place where their dreams came true.

Spring 2010 38 Class Notes

The Alumni Legati Program

Dear Alumni, Would you like to share the value of your Mount experience with interested students and their families? Are you looking for a meaningful way to volunteer your time? The Saint of Boys Town? Through phone calls, handwritten notes and face-to-face conversations, Group wants Mount Alum alumni can add another layer to the personal touch that is the cornerstone of Mount student recruitment. Canonized The Alumni Legati initiative depends on volunteer commitment to achieve a highly focused, very personal approach, so we are asking alumni who would “There are no bad boys. There is only like to participate to sign up for a yearlong admissions recruitment cycle. If you bad environment, bad training, volunteer, the Office of Admissions will train you to help us in one, or more, of the following ways (your commitment level is completely up to you): bad example, bad thinking.”

Call Accepted Students —Fr. Edward J. Flanagan, Mount Class of1906 The Mount may be one of many options an accepted student is considering. A According to an article in Our Sunday Visitor, a group phone call from a proud graduate to say “Why I love the Mount” goes a long way. is proposing canonization for Mount alum Fr. Edward Send Mount St. Mary’s University Postcards J. Flanagan C’06, the founder of Boys Town. Father The Office of Admissions will provide volunteers with postcards to send to Flanagan, born in 1886 in Ireland, came to the United select students. In our age of technology, a personal, handwritten note can States and the Mount in 1904 and entered the make a big impact. priesthood shortly thereafter. He was ordained in 1912 and five years later established Boys Town in Omaha, Attend On-Campus Admissions Programs Nebraska. The Office of Admissions hosts numerous events for prospective students throughout the year. Having volunteers on campus to talk informally about Biographer Fr. Clifford Stephens, himself a graduate of their experience helps students envision themselves at the Mount. Boys Town, says Fr. Flanagan’s time at the Mount was an important period in his life; he frequently visited here Participate in Regional Events after his graduation. We frequently “take the Mount on the road” to make it easier for students to learn about us. If we travel to a location near you, your participation could In his work on behalf of America’s orphaned, involve speaking to a group of prospective students and parents formally, or abused and abandoned young boys, Fr. Flanagan mingling before and after the event. won international acclaim and recognition. He was immortalized in a 1938 film starring Spencer Tracey. In Refer Potential Students to the Mount that same year, Fr. Flanagan received an honorary Doctor Do you know a high school student who would be a great fit at Mount St. of Laws degree during the Mount commencement. Mary’s? Fill out our simple online referral form and we will waive the student’s application fee should he or she decide to apply to the Mount. Fr. Flanagan’s loving care of children also brought him to the attention of the U.S. government. At the end Interested in helping? Go to www.msmary.edu/legati to volunteer. Thank you! of World War II at the request of the government, he traveled to Japan and Europe to advise occupational forces on the care and welfare of children affected by the war. He died a short time later in 1948 in Berlin.

Fr. Stevens said, “In each boy he met Fr. Flanagan could Sincerely, see the possibilities. He was also a pioneer in ecumenism before he even knew that word; he was the first priest to Michael A. Post, C’97 begin work with Jews and Protestants on social issues.” Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management According to the report, the Father Flanagan League is dedicated to “providing information about his sanctity to the Church as well as spreading devotion to him." More about the work of Father Flanagan can be found at: www.boystown.org; click on the “discover” tab at the top. Class Notes 39 Alan Hahn, C’72 In Memoriam Alan Hahn, C’72, passed away on Oct. 14, 2009. Through March 1, 2010 His wife, Maureen Hinke Hahn, SJC’73, sent us a 1930s 1960s beautiful tribute article Mr. William B. Lebherz, Jr., C’39 Mr. Ronald Arthur Huether, C’60 printed in the Christmas February 23, 2010 November 17, 2009 edition of the Catholic 1940s Mr. Kevin J. Maher, C’61 Review, the Archdiocese Andrew “Wally” Mr. Paul B. Rhoads, Jr., C’40 January 11, 2010 of Baltimore’s newspaper. Wall, C’09 January 18, 2010 She writes: Mr. J. Raymond McGill, Jr., C’62 It is with deep sorrow that Dr. Robert Peter Whalen, C’47 January 10, 2010 “Alan attributed much of we share the news of the December 24, 2009 what he became in life passing of Andrew Wall, Mr. John Joseph Green, Jr., C’64 to the faith, inspiration C’09. After graduation, Dr. Robert J. Lyden, C’48 October 26, 2009 and education he received Andrew was working on March 9, 2010 during his years at the an organic farm when Rev. Msgr. F. Dennis Tinder, S'68 Mount. For the past he was diagnosed with 1950s December 5, 2009 twelve years, he has a rare brain tumor after Mr. Hugh Dalton Sterling, C’50 anxiously looked forward collapsing at the farm. October 18, 2009 1970s to chaperoning the St. Dr. Jerry M. Orosz, Jr., C’70 Ursula 8th grade each While at the Mount, Mr. Philip Cogan Waterman, C’51 December 2, 2009 October or November to Andrew, an Annapolis, January 10, 2010 Emmitsburg to visit the Md., native, excelled at his 1980s Grotto, the Mount for studies. He studied abroad The Rev. Pierre A. Botton, S’56 Mr. Kenneth Williams, C’80 lunch, and then the Seton and was a vital member of January 3, 2010 November 15, 2009 Shrine, acting as a tour the Mount Rugby Club. He guide/historian. Even last was also a member of the The Rev. Thomas M. McLernon, Mr. Brian J. Barklage, C’84 spring, he went with me George Henry Miles Honor C’53, S’57 November 15, 2009 to Emmitsburg for the St. Society. December 25, 2009 Mrs. Anne Ward Glynn, C’87 Joe’s Reunion (I graduated Mr. James E. Peterson, C’57 January 7, 2010 from St. Joseph College in Dr. Roberta McFadden, February 6, 2010 the last graduating class Mount professor and the English major’s advisor, 2000s before the closing of the Mr. Richard A. Leadem, C’56, S’59 Mr. Andrew L. Wall, C’09 college). We actually met says “Andrew was always February 9, 2010 November 18, 2009 in college, so the Mount interested in getting as much out of his college brought us together and Mr. James J. Mattis, C’59 experience as possible. gave us a very happy 35 November9, 2009 years of marriage and four He was a solid beginning beautiful children!” scholar.”

Maureen teaches seventh and eighth grade at St. Ursula in Parkville, Md., and Alan served on the school board and with Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light Boy Scouts and youth shine upon them. May they rest in peace, Amen. May their basketball. souls and all the souls of the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

The Mount’s web site now features an In Memoriam page that is updated monthly and includes an entire listing of deceased alumni. Visit www.msmary.edu/alumni and click on “In Memoriam.”

Spring 2010 40 Weddings

 Kari (Vaughan) Aversa, C’01, and Alex Aversa Dec. 19, 2009 Negril, Jamaica Kari is now a  Jason Mitchell, C’03, and Laura Jezek, C’06 greenhouse/ August 2009 perennial assistant  Meghan (Brown) Fulmer, Orchard Park, New York at Kingsdene and Harry Fulmer, both C’06 Nursery while working on a Mounties in attendance: Liam McCusker, Marian Wargo, Leslie Walter, August 8, 2009 second degree in horticulture. Chuck Zitrick, all C’03; Jay and Dale Phillips, both C’05; Dom Colardo, C’03; Carl Bilotta, C’03; Theresa Bilotta, C’04; Brennan McDevitt, C’03; Katie Widdoss, C’07; Dan Long, C’07; Dave Hinton, C’05; Nick Dalidowitz, C’05; Sebastian Ponce, C’03; Dave Stewart, C’03; Fallon Daniels, C’06; Sean O’Beirne, C’06; and Coach Jim Deegan.

 Tiffany Hoke Vandevoordt, C’03, and Tom Paul Jos Vandevoordt May 2, 2009 Baltimore, Maryland Mounties in attendance The bridal party included Mount alumni Kimberly Nadeau, C’03, (pictured): Kerri Sharr, C’06, Crystal (Dypsky) Rhoad, C’03, and Charlotte (Horning) Ryan, C’03. Emily (Mayer) Warner, C’06, Mount alumni wedding guests included: Scott Ryan, C’03; Teri Matt Warner, C’06, Pete DiPietro, Dunham, C’03; Candice (Lynch) Beaubien, C’03; Sara Baragona, C’03, C’10, Paige Chenet, C’10, and MBA’07; Mike and Lynsey (Nadeau) Mullenholz, both C’04; and Steve Gary Cover, C’06. Christine Short, and Kim (Young) Meyers, both C’03, with their daughter, Emily. C’03, not pictured.

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 Kennedy Grace, Rian Madeline and Abigail  Kristin (Brandt) Dwyer,  Megan (Kowalski) Stellato, Elizabeth join Kevin James (3 1/2) and big sister C’95, and Kevin Dwyer C’99, and Mike Stellato, C’98 Ireland Mary (21 months). Triplets Kennedy Grace, Rian Olivia Rose Madeline and Abigail Elizabeth Jan. 7, 2010 Nov. 2, 2009 Pictured with big brother Jack They join big brother Kevin and big sister Elizabeth. James (3 1/2) and big sister Ireland Mary (21 months).

Elizabeth (Cavanagh) Kaliski, C’95, and Drew Kaliski Sean David Dec. 30, 2009 He joins big brother Grady.

 Olivia Rose with big brother Jack and big sister Elizabeth

 Jaime Entwistle Conti, C’00, and Michael Conti Chloe Cecelia May 26, 2009

 Peter Mannix, C’01, and Marleen Mannix Sarah Amelia April 23, 2009 Pictured with twin sisters Grace (left) and Abigail (right).

 Lizette Chacon, C’02, and Harry J. McMahon III  Sarah Amelia with twin sisters Grace (left) and Abigail (right). Cole Felipe Nov. 11, 2009  Tina (Martini) Bergman, Amy (Harris) and Joseph C’98, and Brad Bergman Danahy, both C’02 Susan Joy Ryan Joseph Nov. 19, 2008 Sept. 19, 2008 She joins big sister Allison.

 Cole Felipe McMahon Spring 2010 42 Chapter Notes

NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWS

Congratulations to the 2010 recipients of the National Alumni Association awards!

You can read more about this year’s award winners at www.msmary.edu/alumni. Baltimore Bruté Medal, June 4, 2010 • 17th Annual Orioles Bullpen Party, Sept. 19, 2009 • Kevin Dowd, C’70 • Baltimore Chapter Moonlight Cruise, Nov. 14, 2009  • Judy Mazzeo Zocchi, C’80 Always a fun event, young alumni enjoyed an evening cruise on Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. • Toy Drive & Christmas Party, Dec. 6, 2009  Many thanks to our hosts John, C’94, and Kathy, C’94, Burke of Alexander’s Tavern, Baltimore. This year more than 100 toys were collected for Baltimore area children. • Polar Bear Plunge, Jan. 30, 2010  This year, Maggie’s Mounties raised more than $30,000 for Special Olympics Maryland. There were 30 Plungers this year on the team, including alumni and current students! New York  Hall of Fame, Mar. 13 • Long Island Ducks Baseball Game, L. to r.: David Conaghan, C’81; Sept. 18, 2009 NAA President; Jen Stocker Buckles, C’98, Lacrosse; Mike Washington, D.C. McNulty, C’90, Lacrosse; John Walsh, C’58; Baseball, • Capitol Alumni Network Flag Football  Outstanding Support of the Congratulations to the DC Chapter flag football team on a great inaugural season! Mount’s Athletic Program; and Robert Herb, C’78, National • Chapter Social at Chef Geoff’s at MSM Alumni Council. Not pictured: @ American Game at Bender Arena, Heather Moul Kitching, C’98, Nov. 18, 2009 Cross Country and Track; • Toy Drive & Social at MSM vs. Georgetown Game at Verizon and Crystal Woodard, C’83, Center, Nov. 30, 2009 Basketball.

 Distinguished Young Alumni Award, Oct. 3 David Conaghan, C’81, NAA President, and Heath Tarbert, C’98, honoree Mark your calendar

• May 17, 2010 – Baltimore Chapter 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Hunt Valley Country Club • June 4-6, 2010 – Reunion Weekend • Sept. 11, 2010 – Dragon Boat Race, Baltimore • Sept. 18, 2010 – Orioles vs. Yankees – Camden Yards, Baltimore

Mount Magazine Chapter Notes 43

Chapter Contacts Atlanta Michael Kane, C’68 One of the National Alumni Association’s greatest assets is our Baltimore chapter network. Our chapters Harry Benjamin, C’98 keep alumni connected to the Laura Fenaroli, C’08 social, intellectual and spiritual life of the Mount. Whether you are Carolinas (serving North & South Connecticut Carolina) • Annual Loyalty Luncheon, Dec. 5, 2009  a recent graduate or celebrating Tim Buck, C’87 your 50th reunion, our chapters Guest speaker was President of the National Alumni Association John Greene, C’87 provide an opportunity to Dave Conaghan,C’81. Outgoing President of the Chapter John Tim Bahr, C’84 reconnect with your classmates, McKee,C’65, and incoming President Dick Hart,C’65, were honored. John Driscoll, C’87 Rosemary “Sis” Brennan, widow of Martin Brennan, C’50, was relive your favorite Mount recognized as an honorary member of the chapter. memories and stay up-to-date on Central Pennsylvania the exciting changes happening at John Ford, C’84 Philadelphia the Mount. If you are interested Connecticut in joining a chapter, contact your • Open House at the Painted Plate, Dec. 3, 2009 local chapter representative. Richard Hart, C’65 • Christmas Social, Dec. 16, 2009 Eugene Sullivan, C’60 Visit www.msmary.edu/alumni Delaware and click on “National Alumni Ellen Callahan, C’81 Carolinas Association” for a full listing Many thanks to Tim Buck, C’87, John Greene, C’87, Tim Bahr, and contact information for our Florida C’84, and John Driscoll, C’87, our new chapter leaders in the chapter leaders. Ray Asmar, C’77 Carolinas! These dedicated alums have formed the Carolinas Frederick Chapter. Elizabeth Plant, C’07 We look forward to posting your events and activities in the future. Laura Davidson, C’07 Gettysburg Area George Gelles, C’64

New York Metropolitan Area Karen Imbach, C’90 Alison Walsh, C’90

Northern California Wayne Mascia, C’65 Winter Philadelphia Homecoming Pat McGinn, C’98 Washington, D.C. MSM vs. Quinnipiac Kathleen Coleman, C’06 January 30, 2010

L. to r. : John Greene, C’87; Karen Imbach, C’90; Tom Cahill, C’87; Tim Buck, C’87

The Dowd family’s annual Homecoming trip to the Mount.

Spring 2010 44 First Person

An Life, John Rieger, C’39 By Andrea Novotny Foley, C‘76

Amazing Army Captain Rieger in the early 1940s

Eleanor Roosevelt and Rieger, Rieger's 1939 Class Photo Hungarian Refugee Camp, Austria,Class 1957 of 1939 Mount reunion in the 1980s. Rieger (top row, far right)

Rieger is second from the left or about 10 years, Ah, now all these stories weren’t room, board and the following I’ve worked closely Brazil, Austria, Israel, India, the just about my friend’s father, but year’s tuition. John recently with my friend, Ann Sudan and Thailand, working about a fellow Mountie; one who told me that he left his heart at Rieger, to advocate for abused and forming friendships with had been a front row witness Mount St. Mary’s. Don’t we all? and neglected children here in Chester Bowles, Daniel Patrick to a great deal of 20th century Submissions for First Person can be Moynihan and Kenneth Keating. history. But, in reflecting on John Fairfax County, Va. Over time, made via email to themagazine@ she would tell me stories of her In the 1950s, he created the Rieger’s remarkable and inspiring msmary.edu or in writing to the 93-year-old father’s fascinating Hungarian Refugee Program for life, I’m really not surprised that Mount's office of communications, life that, frankly, sound like the the State Department, personally he’s a Mountie. His whole life 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, plot of an epic novel: involving Eleanor Roosevelt in has been one of sacrifice for Emmitsburg, MD 21727. F the program. Even after retiring, his country, service to others Raised in New York City by Ann’s father worked with and devotion to his family and German immigrant parents, John Catholic Relief Services assisting faith. After all, these are the Rieger spent 1934, at the height Vietnamese refugees. Along the values that the Mount has been of the Depression, working as a way, he married Mary Ahearn, dedicated to nurturing in young bellboy on ships sailing through the beautiful and brilliant love people for more than 200 years; the Panama Canal making of his life, and raised a family of young people like John Rieger $25 a month plus tips. After three children who, while living in the Depression years of the completing a master’s degree in India, volunteered alongside 1930s, my husband and I in the and being drafted, Army Captain Mother Teresa. Oh, and did I Hippie 1970s and the kids there Rieger survived more than two mention the private audience now that will make the history of years of World War II combat with the Pope …. the 21st century. in Sicily, Salerno, Anzio and Southern France. He went on to One day, Ann mentioned in More than 70 years later, John capture the Vichy Government passing that her father, prior to Rieger cherishes his memories Ambassador in the Austrian getting his master’s at Fordham of the Mount—being part of a Alps, a war criminal later University, graduated from hunger strike protesting lousy John recently told me executed during the aftermath of Mount St. Mary’s College. food, working in the library the war. And, then recruited by What? The Mount? MY Mount with the Rev. Hugh Phillips that he left his heart at (Nickname: Sweat Socks), even the State Department, her father St. Mary’s? Yep, John Rieger, Mount St. Mary’s. held top posts in Germany, MSM class of 1939. spending a summer on campus doing maintenance work for Don’t we all?

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