Summer 2014

162nd Commencement Also in this issue: • Loyola Names New Principal • Five Questions with Tim Porter ’64 • 2014 Blue & Gold Auction Sets New Records Message from the President

Dear Friends,

As I reflect back on my first full academic year as President, I’m amazed at how quickly the weeks and months have passed. This is largely due to the fact that our year has been filled with action and liveliness — action on behalf of our mission and liveliness evident in the daily work being performed both on and off of our campus. Throughout it all, our focus has remained solely upon the enhanced formation of our Dons so that they may develop their mind, body and spirit in ways that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.

It is this formation that members of the Loyola Blakefield community so often talk to me about. When I meet alumni for the first time, they often share memories of their years at Loyola and express to me how grateful they are for their experiences. They acknowledge their college studies and their own determination to succeed, but they credit their formative experience at Loyola for providing the groundwork for their intellectual prosperity, instinctive desire to think of others before themselves and a burning passion for seeking social justice. Their testimony to our mission inspires us all to continue to invest in Loyola Blakefield so that our efforts today provide the same results that so many of our graduates have enjoyed.

To that end, I’ve spent much of my time engaging members of the extended Loyola community in ways that matter most to them. Our aim is to make sure that many voices are heard and that collaboration between all of our constituents is taking place. Sometimes this means traveling to visit our alumni across the country or facilitating dialogue here on campus. “Our aim is to make sure that many As we continue to invest in our mission and challenge ourselves to adapt and grow, I look forward to connecting with those willing to partner with voices are heard and us to meet the needs of our Dons. In the year ahead, I’ll be traveling across the country and hopefully meeting with many of you face-to-face. Be on the that collaboration lookout for an invitation to join us on campus or within your local region. Until then — Roll Dons Roll! between all of our

God bless you, your family and our beloved Loyola Blakefield. constituents is taking place.”

Mr. Anthony I. Day President

2 Message from the Principal

Dear Blakefield Community,

This summer, I am reminded of one of the principles at the heart of Ignatian Pedagogy: reflection. Whether we find some peace and quiet while children are at camp, during a lunch break at a summer job, in the car during a commute or hopefully while dipping toes into the surf, we may be able to find an extra moment or two over the course of our summer days to reflect. However, finding the time is only part of the challenge. The next step is deciding what to reflect upon.

One of the many aspects I appreciate about life at Loyola is the Daily Examen. Everything stops, and for several minutes, the community takes part in a guided reflection period. However, when left to our own devices, how do we focus our periods of reflection? Looking to the Ignatian model of education again, the focus prior to reflection is experience. We are called not just to find time when we are willing to stop and clear our minds, which in itself is a valuable exercise of meditation, but we are also challenged to focus that time on examining a specific experience and questioning it. How did the experience impact me? How did I impact it? What could have been done differently? What can I do differently? Where did I find joy? When did I do well? When should I have, but didn’t?

I encourage you to reflect upon your experience with Loyola. Whether you have just enrolled or graduated decades ago. Whether you are a parent, a veteran employee or, like me, brand-new to the community, “As you examine your think upon your experience. Question your role in the life of the relationship with institution and the institution’s role in your life. Loyola, I invite you to If we continue to follow the Ignatian Pedagogical model, the next step is action. It is up to you what that action looks like, but I encourage you to share your experiences, look to the school’s mission for guidance. As I reflect upon my arrival at Loyola, my actions are beginning to take shape: to look, to listen and to reflections, and learn. As you examine your relationship with Loyola, I invite you to share your experiences, reflections and thoughts about your actions with me. I thoughts about your look forward to hearing from you. actions with me.”

Sincerely,

John F. Marinacci Principal

3 Contents

Alumni Events 5 162nd Commencement 6 New Principal 8 Tribute to Frank Fischer 10 Blue & Gold Auction 12 Greater Glory Scholarships 14 Million Dollar Donor 16 Hargaden Field 17 Writing Workshop 18 My Summer Service 19 Forensics Update 20 Athletics Recap 21 5 Questions 24 Robotics Update 25 Cyber Security 26 Campus News 27 Class Notes 30 Staff

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4 Celebrating a reunion in 2014–15, looking to reconnect with your fellow Dons or haven’t visited campus in a while? Be sure to stay on top of our full event offerings for the upcoming school year. Both on and off Alumni Events @ Blakefield campus, we offer something for everyone. Whether you are a parent (past or present), alumnus or friend of Loyola, we hope you’ll join us! Just the tip of the iceberg, these are some of the events that loyolablakefield.org/events took place over the course of the second half of the year.

Blakefest Hundreds of alumni, parents, students and friends joined us for Blakefest in April. The day featured fun for the whole family, including carnival games, a car show, concessions and more.

The day also featured a rematch of the 2013 MIAA ‘A’ Conference Lacrosse Championship as the Dons took on Boys’ Latin. Additionally, alumni came together for the annual John H. Price ‘97 Alumni Lacrosse Game. 50th Reunion The Class of 1964 celebrated their 50th reunion with festivities on campus that culminated in the traditional march across the Hollow with the Class of 2014.

60th Reunion Members of the Class of 1954 gathered for their 60th reunion celebration. Kelley Medal Breakfast Alumni & Family Service Day The Honorable Albert Matricciani ’65 was In July, a large group of alumni and their families came announced as the 2014 Rev. Joseph M. Kelley, out to Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Fells Point to help S.J. Medal recipient and was honored at this renovate the campus as part of the Loyola Blakefield year’s Kelley Medal Breakfast held on April 2. Alumni Association’s 5th Annual Summer Service Project. Judge Matricciani’s career has been defined by his commitment to helping those less fortunate by handling a steady caseload of pro bono publico referrals prior to taking his seat on the bench. Additionally, he has devoted countless hours to training and mentoring young lawyers and is the embodiment of the “Men-for-Others” ideal. The Kelley Medal is regarded as the highest form of recognition given to a Loyola alumnus. Named in honor of Rev. Joseph M. Kelley, S.J., the Kelley Medal recognizes his dedication and commitment to educating Loyola students in physics and mathematics for nearly 40 years. 5 162ND COMMENCEMENT Loyola Blakefield graduated 181 students from the Class of 2014 on June 1, 2014. Graduates will attend distinguished colleges and universities across the country, with the top 25% set to attend the following:

• College of the Holy Cross • College of William & Mary • Purdue University • University of Maryland, College Park • University of South Carolina • Boston College • Brown University • Carnegie Mellon University • Case Western Reserve University • Clemson University • Cornell University • Georgetown University • Hamilton College • Harvard College • Loyola University Maryland • Northeastern University • Temple University • Tulane University • University of Delaware • University of Georgia • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • University of Southern California • University of Virginia • Vanderbilt University • Virginia Tech

Visit loyolablakefield.org/graduation to see more highlights from Loyola Blakefield’s 162nd Commencement.

6 162ND COMMENCEMENT

“Others have been for us all our lives. All those people who’ve brought us here, to graduate from high school in a beautiful meadow among friends, those are the others who are for you. Now, here you are – here we are – with the chance to be for others. The chance to be Men for Others for the rest of our lives. Take that chance.”

– Excerpt from Student Commencement Address by Daniel O’Neill ’14

7 Mr. John F. Marinacci Named New Principal

In April 2014, Mr. John F. Marinacci was named Principal of Loyola Blakefield and began his new role on July 1. We caught up with Mr. Marinacci to learn more about his perspective on our mission, early observations on life at Blakefield and to discuss how our Ignatian education model suits boys in grades six through 12.

Originally from the Bronx, John Marinacci attended Fordham Preparatory School, where he was first exposed to the unique characteristics of Jesuit education. “It felt like a whole new world to me,” said Marinacci. “Sudden- ly, I found myself immersed in subjects like Latin and felt very comfortable in the broad humanities-focused environment that the Jesuits created.” Marinacci also noted that the Jesuits and their lay collaborators were exceptional teachers who were focused on formation beyond learning. “My Jesuit education was not just one of intellectual growth — I was exposed to diversity and educated about issues beyond my own backyard.”

His experience at Fordham Prep was one of the primary reasons he chose to attend Loyola University, which ulti- mately led him to continuing his education in Maryland at The Johns Hopkins University, as well as becoming more familiar with Baltimore’s rich independent school market. His first teaching position was at Boys’ Latin School, then back to his alma mater for a few years before returning to Baltimore to work at St. Paul’s School. As he became more entrenched in the region and increased his interac- tion among the area’s schools, Marinacci began to notice a trend. “I coached, collaborated across several schools

8 “I plan to be one of the loudest drum beaters for our mission and I’m excited to partner with our faculty, staff, parents, alumni and anyone who sees themselves as an ambassador for Loyola.”

and got a clearer sense of the marketplace,” said Mar- body and listen often as he continues to fully acquaint inacci. “Folks in this town are deeply loyal to their high himself with the broader Loyola community. His early schools, and students and alumni all have strong opin- impressions, however, are clear: “Looking back on the ions and sometimes broad stroke assessments of other conversations I’ve had both during and after the search schools — the funny thing is that no one in this town process, I’m continually impressed by the fact that every seemed to have any sense that Loyola was getting single member of the Loyola community has a deep it wrong on any level and nothing but praise was concern for the well-being of our Dons,” said Marinacci. assigned to the mission at Blakefield. That has always “From the counselors to the administrative staff and right impressed me.” to the instructors, there is such an investment in the whole student by everyone from all different walks of life As he hits the ground running in his new role, Marinacci and I’m excited to join an institution that works off of the will be focusing much of his efforts on learning more best education model I know —­ the Ignatian model.” about the student experience at Loyola. “I want to witness the classroom experience and see how students are learning and how they view their role in their own education,” said Marinacci. “I want to delve into the for- “Looking back on the mative experience here and how it works from grades six conversations I’ve had both through 12 on a physical, intellectual and spiritual front.” during and after the search In order to continue to grow upon Loyola’s strength as a school designed specifically for boys in grades six process, I’m continually through 12, Marinacci is poised to seek opportunities to embrace 21st century learning techniques tailored to impressed by the fact that every meeting boys where they are in their social and intel- lectual development. “When you work with boys in an single member of the Loyola educational environment long enough, you gain an inherent knowledge of how their minds work, but we also community has a deep concern have some great brain research that has come out over the past 10 years that does a fantastic job of helping us for the well-being of our Dons…” understand why teenage boys act and react the way they do,” said Marinacci. “This gives us a better understand- ing of what makes them tick and it is up to us to apply Mr. Marinacci formerly served as the Dean of Students at St. Paul’s School (Brooklandville). Additionally, he has that to our interactions in the classroom, during spiritual worked at Fordham Preparatory School (Bronx, NY) and retreats, service opportunities, on the athletic field and Boys’ Latin. He graduated from Fordham Preparatory anywhere our boys are open to growth.” School, then completed a Bachelor of Arts degree Marinacci is also excited about his role as a key ambas- at Loyola University. sador of our mission to the community at large. “For me, Marinacci holds an M.A. word of mouth is one of our most powerful enrollment from The Johns Hopkins tools,” said Marinacci. “I plan to be one of the loudest University. John and his drum beaters for our mission and I’m excited to partner wife, Sarah, have a son, with our faculty, staff, parents, alumni and anyone who Francisco (5) and two sees themselves as an ambassador for Loyola. We have daughters, Ella (4) and something truly excellent here and it should be shouted Eva (8 months). from the rooftops.”

As the year progresses, Marinacci is enthusiastic to con- nect with alumni, get to know parents and the student

9 A group of alumni recently gathered with Frank Fischer at City Hall.

Keep the Faith A Tribute to Frank Fischer

As a young Jesuit scholastic, Frank Fischer attended the when I was in grade school,” said Moore. “Bill Jackson ’71 March on Washington in 1963, led by Dr. Martin Luther and I were cleaning the chapel floors at St. Pius V and King, Jr. He still recalls the experience vividly and was in- Frank came in to pray.” stantly inspired by King’s words. “I took a bus from Wood- stock College and was among a group of seminarians and Moore was among the first students who Fischer recruited Jesuits, but I soon separated myself from the group and and before he knew it, he was taking a competitive exam went up to the front of the crowd,” said Fischer. “I listened for the Carroll Scholarship Fund, one of the initial funding to King speak and there was something so beautiful in his opportunities that Fischer helped to bring to Loyola. Funds words, and seeing the enormous crowd of people hanging were devoted to gifted students of diversity. “I remember on his every word made a big impression on me. I came him letting me know I would be getting a scholarship, but away with this feeling that I had to do something.” it wasn’t official just yet,” said Moore. “A few weeks later, we got a telephone call at home Fischer was raised in Endicott, NY. from Frank and he delivered the His mother was a homemaker and “Frank Fischer was God’s good news to my mother, telling his father worked in a shoe manu- response to my humble prayer her to Go Tell It on the Mountain!” facturing plant. “I came from a very Thanks to Fischer’s continued small town and there was only one for deliverance as a 10-year-old efforts to explore funding oppor- African-American student at our seeking a better life. Because of tunities and recruit quality young high school,” said Fischer. “When I Frank’s example, I now strive to men, it would be the first of many got to Loyola a few years later, I felt joyous phone calls. like I could do something to change mirror his loving and obedient the dynamic of the school in a way servitude to God.” Fischer knew that further integra- that would benefit everyone.” tion of Loyola would have its chal- – Ron Richardson ’71 lenges, but he did everything in Fischer’s first step was to learn his power to ensure that students more about how to implement a plan to further integrate were transitioning with the proper amount of support in the school. He spent time in the New York Province and place. “Frank coordinated our transportation, made sure eventually returned to Loyola to introduce the Higher guys had counseling if they needed it, took us to movies, Achievement Program during the summer of 1966. “It lectures and just generally cared for us,” said Moore. “Just started as a Saturday program and we bused in around getting to campus each day was its own adventure since 50 boys,” said Fischer. “From that group, 10 would enroll most of us took three buses. At the time, you would have at Loyola the following year, the largest group of Afri- thought we were traveling to the moon!” can-American boys to enter the school at once.” In his own words, the meaning of his work was simple: Even before the Higher Achievement Program’s success, it was always about education. “We didn’t just set out Fischer was busy recruiting throughout the city and Ralph to recruit African-American men to come to Loyola so Moore ’70 was one of the young men Fischer met along that they could simply attend a better school; it was so the way. “I still remember meeting Frank for the first time that students from diverse backgrounds could all come

10 together and realize that, during an era where this was not students he recruited out of the city and into a world always thought to be true, the black kids from the inner that seemed foreign from their own. It is defined by the city were just as bright as the white kids from the county,” success of those men and the lives they have lived since said Fischer. “You might assume we were bringing kids graduating. One thing is certain: they have not forgotten out of the city to learn from the boys in the suburbs, but it what Frank has meant to them. “His favorite saying is was equally, if not more, important that the boys at Loyola ‘Keep the Faith’ and we’ve tried to pay him back by doing encounter their black peers.” Having been a part of the just that,” said Moore. transition in the 1960s, Moore notes that was indeed the case. “What Frank was doing was education at its finest,” Frank Fischer spent additional years teaching at Loyola and said Moore. “He was teaching us all how to get along with the Ralph Young School in East Baltimore before leaving the our fellow human beings whether you looked alike or not, Jesuit order in the mid-1970s. He married Jeanne Bur and or came from a different neighborhood.” worked for the St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center until his retirement. He currently resides in Baltimore and still keeps Frank Fischer’s legacy at Loyola is not simply defined by in touch with many of the young men with whom he formed the amount of dollars he was able to find to help fund relationships during his time at Loyola. scholarships for bright young men, nor the number of

“To the extent that I have had any success professionally, I owe the majority of that success to Frank Fischer. My first contact with then-Father Fischer occurred when he recruited me and a number of young men from the inner city of Baltimore to participate in a summer enrichment program at Loyola. One year later, in 1967, the largest group of African-American students entered Loyola, all through the efforts of Frank Fischer. He encouraged and supported me throughout my four years at Loyola. Throughout my college years at Brown University and even my years at Harvard Law School, he was always a source of strength and encouragement.” Group photo of Higher Achievement Program participants, student – The Honorable William M. Jackson ’71 volunteers and moderators.

“Frank and his merry band of tutors not only came to my elementary school of Saint Francis Xavier to help with literature and math, but also brought a cross-cultural experience. I remember hearing Bob Newhart and Smothers Brothers albums for the first time. The tutors heard and loved the best of Motown! Honest friendships and awakenings happened and I knew that leaving the inner city to attend school would not be such a great leap.” – Councilman Carl Stokes ‘68

“I greatly appreciate Frank Fischer and others for “Frank Fischer has had a major impact all they did to provide me (and other African- on my personal and professional life. He American students) an opportunity to attend told me back in 1965 when I met him that Loyola. It was a challenging and enjoyable he believed in me. That statement has experience academically and socially. The been my rock all these years. His sense experience prepared me to pursue and obtain of fairness and love for his fellow man a degree in electrical engineering and to have a have not changed. He continues to lead by professional career as an electrical engineer.” example to love each as God loves us.” – Bobbie Walker ’72 – Reggie Boyce ’69

11 2014 BLUE & GOLD AUCTION: AN EVENING UNDER THE WESTERN SKIES

Held on March 29, the 2014 Blue & Gold Auction was the models in how to give and not to count the cost. Your most financially successful event in the history of Loyola selfless efforts have ensured that our Dons will continue Blakefield, breaking records in just about every category, to thrive academically, physically and spiritually at including attendance, sponsorships, raffle ticket sales, Loyola Blakefield. raise-the-paddle donations and gift-gathering party donations. With a recorded The Blue & Gold Auction continues to grow annually net profit of over $500,000, the and, as our signature fundraising event, provides vital event topped last year by more funds to support our mission. “One of the reasons our than $110,000. Sponsorships community has embraced this event is because it truly alone made up $200,000 of the benefits all of our Dons,” said Todd Langenberg, Director $690,000 gross income, while of Advancement. Proceeds directly fund many of our over 1,300 raffle tickets (200+ co-curricular activities, including educational and service more than last year) added immersion opportunities and other programs that aid more than $130,000 to the pot. our Dons during their path to completing their grad- at-grad goals. “The growth of this event enables us to Congratulations and thanks to enhance these offerings and explore new possibilities to the entire Blue & Gold Auction add additional opportunities for our Dons to pursue their Committee led by Ann and Dar- passions,” said Langenberg. rell Brow, P ’16, and co-chaired by Dina and Scott Heise, P ’16, The auction also honored the newly retired Mr. John M. Kathy and Tom Shearin ’79, P ’17, Stewart ‘60, who served as a teacher, coach and Dean of ’19 and Courtney and Michael Students during his 47-year career at Loyola Blakefield. Wyatt ’82, P ’16, ’19. At the event, President Anthony Day announced the John Stewart ’60 Faculty/Staff Award, which will be presented Loyola Blakefield would also like to thank the members annually to a member of Loyola’s faculty/staff who serves of the Loyola community who supported the auction. as a model employee, humbly dedicates themselves From the 700+ in attendance, to those who donated an in service to our mission and who, in their actions and item, bid on an item, purchased a raffle ticket or were a deeds, strives to remain committed to being a man or part of the record-breaking number of volunteers who woman for others. The inaugural recipient will be named gave their time and service, you serve as resilient role in the fall.

We’re bringing the circus to Loyola Blakefield for a vintage, Big Top affair for another record-breaking year! More details at loyolablakefield.org/blueandgold 12 “One of the reasons our community has embraced this event is because it truly benefits all of our Dons.” – Todd Langenberg, Director of Advancement

13 Greater Glory Scholarships For many students at Loyola Blakefield, the importance or seven years he attends Loyola. The donor’s contribu- of scholarships and financial aid cannot be overstated. tion is in the form of an annual gift and can cover half In 2014, Loyola Blakefield awarded more than $2.4 to full tuition. million in scholarships and financial aid. One-third of current students (approx. 35%) currently receive some We often hear from scholarship recipients who have type of financial assistance. These scholarships are long since graduated, many of whom having become critical to a student’s success as Loyola Blakefield seeks scholarship donors themselves. The overwhelming sen- to attract the best and brightest students — regardless timent they express is gratitude — sincere thanks that of economic status. someone believed in them and their potential enough to help fund their Loyola education. The following is Greater Glory Scholarships, first introduced by former our newest group of Greater Glory benefactors. See for Loyola Blakefield President Fr. Jack Dennis, S.J. ’71, yourself why they decided to make a positive impact in help benefactors (individuals, families, foundations or a student’s life and provide him with the best educa- corporate donors) directly fund a student for the four tional experience around — a Jesuit education.

DON McCLURE ’61 “Some years before Fr. Jack Dennis put together the Greater Glory Scholarship program, the McClure family began annual support of the financial aid effort at Blakefield. We have gotten to know and follow some students through their academic careers and beyond. It has been a source of terrific satisfaction for our family.”

The McClure Greater Glory Scholarship will begin this fall for a middle school student and follow him for his seven years of education here at Blakefield.

“We have gotten to know and follow some students through their academic careers and beyond. It has been a source of terrific satisfaction for our family.”

DEBBY MORRIS “As Loyola Blakefield’s former Advancement Director, with two sons and a son-in-law who are proud Dons, and my oldest grandson a soon-to-be 7th grade student, our family connections to Loyola run deep. With the approach of the 20th anniversary of my son David’s death while he was a freshman at Blakefield, our family was searching for a way to honor his memory in a meaningful way. When I learned one of our remarkable students at Saint Ignatius Loyola Academy had been accepted to Loyola but was unable to meet the financial commitment, we felt that providing a Greater Glory Scholarship for him would be a most fitting way to remember David, who embodied a true Loyola Don. We are thrilled to enable this student to continue his Jesuit education through the generous gifts from family, friends and many of David’s 1997 classmates to the Morris Memorial Fund at Saint Ignatius.”

The David Morris ’97 Memorial Greater Glory Scholarship will begin this fall, helping fund a student from Saint Ignatius Loyola Academy during his four years at Loyola Blakefield.

David Morris ’97 14 JOHN MINADAKIS ’01 “It was important to me to give something back to the place that gave me so much. My father handed me over to Loyola for 10+ hours a day for seven years, hoping they could help mold an immature and angry kid into a man of honor, and Blakefield exceeded his expectations. I believe it’s We recognize and thank those every graduate’s duty to give a similar gift back to a who continue to serve as Greater Glory Scholarships deserving young man.” benefactors for the 2014–15 school year The Jimmy Minadakis Memorial Greater Glory and those who have completed their Scholarship, named in honor of John and Tony’s father commitment in 2013–14. and founder of Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, will begin John & Tony Minadakis with their this fall by funding a student from East Baltimore. This scholarship recipient CONTINUING GREATER GLORY student has dreamed of coming to Loyola and has BENEFACTORS FOR 2014-15 aspirations of being a neurosurgeon. Anonymous from Class of ’76 “I believe it’s every graduate’s duty to give a (funds two students)

similar gift back to a deserving young man.” Associated Italian American Charities (AIAC)

DANIEL QUINN ’72 Blair/Thalheimer Foundation “I’m grateful to Loyola for a solid education with (funds five students) a focus on critical thinking, writing skills and the importance of one’s responsibilities to the community. In retrospect, I’ve developed a greater Buedel Family Greater Glory appreciation for a very talented and dedicated (funds five students) faculty. My three brothers and I were all on scholarships while attending Loyola. Loyola opened Joseph Castagna ’49 important doors for each of us, and I’d like to see it continue in this mission.” Robert L. Doyle, Jr. ’83 Brother to longtime Greater Glory benefactor Joe Quinn, Dan recently decided he would also like to Betty Anne Mahoney have an impact on a Loyola Blakefield student. He will be providing a half-tuition scholarship for four years Dr. Joseph Quinn ’65 beginning this fall.

REVAL Foundation REVAL FOUNDATION “It is an honor to give back to the Loyola family and to help deserving students The Savino Santoni Family experience such a wonderful, well-rounded education.” Nicholas Simon III ’72 In addition to the full scholarship provided by the REVAL Foundation, they will also be awarding $6,500 to a Loyola Blakefield student this upcoming school year. Stephen Whalen, Jr. ’67

COMPLETED COMMITMENT Thinking about becoming a IN 2013-14 Greater Glory benefactor? Joseph & Suzanne Sullivan Contact our Director of Major Gifts, Mrs. Patti Santoni, James Michel ’56 at (443) 841-3697 or by email at [email protected]. Roby Brothers

15 MARCUS RYU ’91: THE “My intention is for the grant to MILLION serve as both motivation DOLLAR and reward for teachers of the DONOR next generation.” Prior to this May, Marcus Ryu had not ‘91 Endowed Employee Recognition Fund been back to Loyola Blakefield since — the latter to reward faculty and staff for Marcus Ryu’s graduating in 1991. Over the years, his going above and beyond their required $1,000,000 Gift education and professional career took duties and maximizing their potential. him from Maryland to New Jersey, the “It’s a well-established fact that no fac- Breakdown United Kingdom, New York and, most tor matters more in education than the recently, to San Francisco with his wife competence and commitment of individ- The Marcus Ryu ’91 Endowed and daughter. Marcus finds his way back ual teachers,” said Ryu. “I had a number Scholarship Fund will award to Baltimore every so often, mostly to of exceptional teachers at Loyola who visit his parents — his father is an es- equipped me for a demanding college scholarship opportunities to young tablished Economics professor at Loyola and post-graduate education, as well as a men who demonstrate academ- University — but on his most recent trip fulfilling professional career. My intention ic excellence and are in need of in May, he decided to pay a visit to his is for the grant to serve as both motiva- financial assistance. The award will alma mater. tion and reward for teachers of the next start with an incoming member of generation.” the 9th grade, with the intention of As he toured Loyola Blakefield’s campus, following him through to Marcus was not only impressed by its This is his first gift to Loyola Blakefield and his graduation. physical transformation since his time he encourages others to step forward here, but by the fact that he could still in their own meaningful way to help the so vividly remember what daily life was school. “Once you have your personal and The Marcus Ryu ’91 Endowed once like for him as a member of the family needs met, giving is much more Employee Recognition Fund will Forensics Team and President of the gratifying and enduring than consuming. recognize and reward the most dis- Student Government Association. “The Loyola, like many worthy long-term insti- tinguished talent within the faculty campus is even more beautiful than I tutions, cannot fulfill its ambitions and and staff of Loyola Blakefield. Each remembered, and the facilities have all full potential without the contributions of year, Loyola Blakefield’s leaders been enhanced. I really enjoyed seeing those who have benefited from it.” the student-teacher interactions during will choose nominated members my visit. They evinced a thriving, mis- Marcus Ryu ’91 is CEO and President of of the faculty and staff based on sion-driven institution — one which I Guidewire, a Silicon Valley-based software their accomplishments beyond the was proud to have attended.” company that specializes in serving the regular scope and assigned duties property/casualty insurance industry. as employees of the school. Shortly after his visit, Marcus made Marcus co-founded the company in 2001. school history by donating $1,000,000 Before Guidewire, Marcus was Vice Presi- An unrestricted gift to the Loyola to Loyola Blakefield. His gift, the second- dent of Strategy at Ariba and an Associate Fund will provide immediate finan- highest single gift in the history of the and Engagement Manager at McKinsey. He school, makes him the youngest of only has an A.B. from Princeton University and cial support to Loyola Blakefield in six other individuals who have contrib- a B.Phil. from New College, Oxford Univer- areas it is needed the most. uted $1,000,000 to Loyola Blakefield in a sity, where he was a Marshall Scholar. He lifetime. With his gift comes the found- currently resides in San Francisco with his ing of the Marcus Ryu ‘91 Endowed wife, Torrey, and daughter, Cora. Scholarship Fund and the Marcus Ryu

16 Resurfacing and Re-Imagining PHASE 1: Installation of synthetic turf. PHASE 2: Relocation of the press tower, new sound system, upgraded concession stand, new seating and picnic zone and secure fencing around the perimeter.

“Thank you to all of our generous donors for Hargaden Field supporting this project. You’ve helped transform Loyola’s famed Hargaden Field has played host to countless memorable football and lacrosse games since the 1930s and has served as the stage for the burgeoning careers of Hargaden Field in a many collegiate athletic stars, some who have risen to professional careers. Time and tatter, however, were not kind to the playing surface, and, in 2012, it became clear that the field was way that will benefit all no longer serving the best needs of our student body. More than two years after plans to members of the Loyola renovate the field were announced at the 2012 Blue & Gold Auction, the Loyola community has stepped up in tremendous fashion to help transform the field and its potential. community for many years

The Hargaden Field Project, headed by Fundraising Chair Dan Cahill ’81, Planning Chair Law- to come.” rence Julio ’80 along with committee members William J. Baird ’82, Thomas M. Galloway and Joseph A. Sullivan, saw two major phases — one completed during the summer of 2012 and – Todd Langenberg, the second in 2013. By spring 2014, the project was fully funded, with over 300 individuals Director of Advancement coming forward to make contributions to meet the project’s $1.9 million fundraising goal.

The enhancements, which are far beyond cosmetic, have provided a safer and more flexible playing surface, greater opportunity for all students to enjoy the space and an extraordi- THE FOLLOWING DONORS PROVIDED nary level of sprit and enthusiasm among the Loyola community. “Whether you are cheering GIFTS OF $10,000 OR MORE: on our Dons or visiting from a competing school, you’ll have a spectating experience that Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Abromaitis ‘58 provides comfort, a great view and amenities that we couldn’t offer in the past,“ said Michael Anonymous Keeney ’65, Director of Athletics. “The changes go beyond just tangible elements and have helped create an environment that brings people together.” Mr. and Mrs. Carroll A. Bodie ’63 Mr. and Mrs. Edwin J. Bradley, Jr. Like any natural playing surface, Hargaden formed its share of irregularities and the new Mr. and Mrs. Daniel P. Cahill ’81 surface has helped to limit injury. “The new surface is much safer,” said Head Football Coach Mr. and Mrs. Dennis A. Cahill ’76 Brant Hall ’98. “We don’t have to worry as much about the twisted ankles and torn knee liga- Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm G. Cameron, III ments that can come as a result of a grass surface.” Mr. and Mrs. W. Timothy Cashman, III As much as the project strived toward innovation and function- Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Eby ’76 ality, it was also important that the space continue to honor Mr. Charles J. Frank its own history and tradition. So, despite the new synthetic Dr. and Mrs. Paul D. Gilmore ’81 surface, beckoning patio and other upgrades, visitors will see Mr. and Mrs. William Y. Hecht ’82 proud reminders of our past, like the banners along the walk- Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Julio ’80 way honoring such figures as Ed Hargaden and Joe Brune ’58.. Carl T. Julio Family Foundation Prior to the renovations, the field was strictly assigned to the Mr. and Mrs. F. Peter Kimmel football and lacrosse programs and was often not available in Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. Klein bad weather, resulting in home games being moved to nearby Mr. and Mrs. John I. Leahy, Jr. ’75 schools with synthetic surfaces. Since the renovations, the field Loyola Blakefield Alumni Association has benefited all students as it is used by physical education classes and serves as an added Loyola Blakefield Fathers’ Club practice area for other sports. Loyola Blakefield Mothers’ Club An additional benefit has been revenue from field rentals to external club teams, recreational Mr. and Mrs. John D. Mangione, Sr. leagues and collegiate teams. Hargaden even served as a backdrop to several commercial Mr. and Ms. Daniel E. McKew ’75 shoots, including Under Armour’s “I Will” campaign featuring alumnus Steele Stanwick ’08 Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Smith ’62 and, more recently, a 1st Mariner Bank commercial starring Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Sullivan If you haven’t visited campus recently, we invite you to come see the changes for yourself The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company — changes that came as the result of some hard work from our campus leadership and the Mr. Todd M. Wickwire generosity of the Loyola community that constantly seeks to improve the student experience at Blakefield. 17 ENGLISH DEPARTMENT PROVIDES WRITING WORKSHOP FOR APPLIED DEFENSE SOLUTIONS

In April, members of the Loyola English Department hosted a writing workshop for the proposal writers from Applied Defense Solutions (ADS), an aeronautics engineering firm contracted by the federal government to provide services such as satellite launch and navigation.

Loyola English instructors Sean Flanigan, Dr. Vince Fitzpatrick ’68, Sally Waller and Dr. Jane Donovan generously led the workshop during the Easter Break. Recalling his time at Blakefield, Ryan Frederic ’95, President & CEO of ADS, stated that Dr. Fitzpatrick’s AP Composition class provided him the most applicable foundation for his business success and he was proud to bring members of his team to Loyola for the workshop.

Stephen Lutz ’08, an Associate Aerospace Engineer at ADS, took part in the workshop and stated that the session helped him explore areas of improvement for his writing. “The writing workshop provided me with good insight into my current writing skills as well as the tools I need to develop as a writer,” said Lutz. “The instructors conveyed their expertise in a way that was understandable and relatable to our writing struggles and my most important takeaway was how to break down thoughts sentence-by-sentence while reiterating the controlling idea.”

Bob MacMillan, Chief Operating Officer, also left the session with deep gratitude to Loyola’s teachers and an appreciation for their talents. “The workshop exceeded my expectations and provided the ADS attendees with valuable insights,” said MacMillan. “I am confident ADS will benefit both from what we learned as well as a Applied Defense Solutions provides engineering expertise for commercial, military, and research satellite programs such as NASA’s Lunar Atmosphere continuing relationship with Loyola Blakefield.” and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE), which launched on Sept. 7, 2013.

The workshop not only benefited the team from ADS, but also served as the beginning of a meaningful relationship with Loyola. “The writing workshop

Interested in partnering with Loyola to further your provided me with good business or professional goals? Let’s talk! Contact Pat Muth ’99, Director of Alumni Relations, at 443-841-3672 or insight into my current [email protected]. writing skills as well as the Interested in career networking opportunities? Visit loyolablakefield.org/networking. tools I need to develop as a writer.” – Stephen Lutz ’08, Associate Aerospace Engineer at ADS 18 THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE: FOR APPLIED DEFENSE SOLUTIONS MY YEARS AT BLAKEFIELD YONATHAN TECLU ’14

As I reflect on my time at Loyola Blakefield, I still can- everyone. All of these people inspired me to serve my not believe that four years passed so quickly. Although community in Baltimore City. it feels like we, the Class of 2014, have grown up too fast, fortunately, Loyola has prepared us for the future. My 9th grade service trip to a small Baltimore City school That is why I would like to again thank all the faculty and was my first encounter with this idea of service. Like any staff who have mentored and cared for us throughout 14-year-old, I passively watched the kids play and eagerly the years. On behalf of the Class of 2014, I can say that waited for the bus to save me. My peers were doing the without these role models and our loved ones, we would complete opposite and had genuine fun with the chil- not be where we are today. With their help, the past four dren. This motivated me to be more open and caring years at Loyola Blakefield have been a blessing. Person- toward all people. I knew I had to take this inspiration ally, this strong community has inspired me to challenge from Loyola and use it to help my community. I began tu- myself in my education, service, spirituality and life. toring at my middle school, St. Francis of Assisi, but I still yearned to make a bigger impact. I decided to volunteer Blakefield offered me challenging courses throughout at a summer camp for disadvantaged Baltimore youth. all years. Whether it was an AP or college preparato- Now, as head teen leader, I have the privilege to mentor ry course, Loyola’s curriculum encouraged me to look these kids every summer. With Blakefield’s guidance and beyond the facts and truly understand this new informa- influence, I am helping make a difference. tion. I had the first chance to use this knowledge to bene- fit others when I became a National Honor Society tutor. However, the most influential and life-changing event I never gave it much thought in the beginning. It was not that Loyola Blakefield gifted me was Kairos. This unique until I saw a young Don, full of pure joy, smile after un- retreat strengthened my bonds with friends and intro- derstanding Blakefield Physics. To see him marvel at his duced me to new people. There was no stress or dis- academic potential made it worth all the time and effort comfort — only brotherhood and openness. I learned so to tutor other aspiring scholars. However, I was not the much about my classmates and myself during that spe- only one. Everyone at Loyola had a part in helping others cial week. Kairos changed me for the better and I hope to succeed and bettering the entire community. use this Loyola experience to aid others.

The Black Student Union (BSU) and Dons for Others club My time at Loyola has helped me grow into a better per- are great examples of student organizations that strive son. This community has given me enough experience to improve our community. As the president of the BSU, and love to continue its Jesuit legacy of being for others. I had the honor to speak with other students and find Without the help of my sponsors, family, friends and the better ways to diversify Loyola. Participating in the BSU devoted faculty, I have no idea where I would have ended Multicultural Dinner and witnessing this community em- up. I mean, who knew a kid from Baltimore City would brace diversity and growth first-hand had a strong effect one day attend Georgetown University? I will be forever on me. It astounded me how simple it was for Loyola to indebted and grateful for Loyola and the time I spent foster an environment of camaraderie and comfort. It here. This community challenged me to be better and also amazed me how members of the Dons for Others do better, and I cannot wait to continue living up to the club still fight hard to make Blakefield a better home for Jesuit principles that I took away from Loyola.

19

FORENSICS SEASON IN REVIEW

Loyola Forensics celebrated a successful second half of the 2013–14 season. The team earned numerous awards, competing locally as well as at tournaments in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Kansas.

In April, the team captured first place in the speech sweepstakes at the Chesapeake District Championship. Outstanding performances included: Ryan Taggarse (district champion in international extemp, 2nd in domestic extemp), Jack Scaletta (champion in dramatic interpretation and humorous interpretation), Aleks Jaunzemis (3rd in dramatic interpretation, 3rd in humorous interpretation), Ian Cumberpatch (2nd in humorous interpretation) and Jack Morton ’16 (5th in Lincoln-Douglas debate). Ryan, Jack, Aleks and Ian each qualified to attend theNational Speech and Debate Association Championship in Kansas City in June.

At the Harvard National Invitational in February, In late May, the team hosted the second annual Forensics several team members earned accolades: Team captain Showcase for the Loyola community. The event, which Jack Scaletta ’14 and speech captain Aleks Jaunzemis ’14 was the brainchild of team supporter Fr. Joe Michini, was were octafinalists in duo interpretation, Ryan Taggarse ’15 held in Mary G. Creaghan Library and featured several was recognized as a presiding officer in student congress top performances from throughout the season. If you and Michael Fiocco ’14 was an octafinalist in humorous would like to view the performances, you can find them interpretation. Jack was also a quarterfinalist in dramatic at loyolablakefield.org/forensicsshowcase. interpretation. The National Forensic League (NFL) conferred several In March, the team captured its eleventh consecutive prominent awards upon team members this spring. Jack Baltimore Catholic Forensics League (BCFL) Scaletta ’14 and Michael Fiocco ‘14 earned Academic Championship. Jack Scaletta led the way with the best All-American honors for their top performances in individual performance at the championship tournament forensics and in the classroom. Jack Scaletta ’14 also since Adam Conner in 2010. Jack won championships in was recognized as a national NFL All-American, ranked duo, dramatic performance, impromptu and triathlon, #1 in the State of Maryland. Aleks Jaunzemis ’14 was and took 2nd in children’s literature. Other outstanding ranked second in Maryland, Michael Fiocco ’14 was performances included Aleks Jaunzemis (champion fourth, debate captain Elliot Queale ’14 was sixth and Ian in duo, 4th in children’s literature, 3rd in dramatic Cumberpatch ’14 was ninth. performance, 3rd in triathlon), Luke Scaletta ’17 (champion in declamation), John Huebler ’16 (5th in congressional The team wishes to thank its graduating seniors for their debate), Ryan Taggarse (3rd in congressional debate), dedication and leadership, the Loyola administration and Aidan Bissell-Siders ’16 (semifinalist in Lincoln-Douglas all of the parent and volunteer judges and supporters debate), Nigel Goldsborough ’16 (4th in extemporaneous who have been there for us in countless ways. We speaking), Charlie Minges ’15 (4th in oral interpretation), look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence Michael Fiocco (2nd in oral interpretation, 4th in dramatic in 2014–15! The team has several ambitious projects performance), Zach Phillips ’15 (4th in original oratory), already in the works, including a redesigned website, Ian Cumberpatch ’14 (qualifier in dramatic performance) a new recruiting drive and the launch of a competitive and Conner Lamp ’14 (qualifier in original oratory). These team in the middle school. 12 students all qualified to represent the Archdiocese of Baltimore at the National Catholic Forensics League If you are interested in contributing your time and talents (NCFL) Championship in Chicago in May. There, Jack to these or other forensics endeavors, please contact Scaletta and Aleks Jaunzemis finished as octafinalists in Charles Donovan at [email protected]. duo interpretation.

20 2014 SUMMER SERVICE IMMERSION TRIPS

TALENT TOUR Where: Philadelphia & Baltimore When: June 4–10

JAMAICA Where: Kingston, Jamaica When: June 8–15 Loyola offers a variety of week-long service immersion experiences for students entering their senior year. Each CAMDEN, NJ site is designed to take students out of their everyday Where: Transformation House in Camden, NJ comfort zones in order to live in solidarity with others in When: June 15–21 need. The hope is that each student will grow more aware BELIZE of the needs of the world around them and have confidence Where: San Pedro & Belize City in their ability to use their gifts and talents to make a When: June 17–30 difference in the lives of others. This summer, rising seniors, accompanied by members of Loyola’s faculty and staff, BETHLEHEM FARMS, WV traveled to the following locations, where they entertained Where: Pence Springs, WV and cared for the sick; the elderly; the poor PHILLYTOWN and at-risk children; Where: Germantown, PA built homes; planted When: July 14–18 & July 21–25

urban gardens and PROJECT MARYLAND much more. Where: Ridgely, MD When: July 28–August 1 ATHLETICS RECAP 2013–14 WINTER/SPRING SPORTS INDOOR TRACK SQUASH these games so close was the determi- Indoor Track had a successful season in Loyola Squash celebrated its 10th season nation and cohesiveness of the team. which they finished 3rd in the MIAA be- with a record number of players trying This team took more charges (55) than hind McDonogh and Gilman, who were out for JV and varsity. The program also any team coached by Coach Davalli and the #1 and 2 teams in The Baltimore Sun started up a middle school program, had a very good free throw shooting poll for the metro area. Loyola was led coached by Joe Lacy and Gloria Alkha- percentage (73%), which allowed them by MIAA championship performances in teeb, a nationally ranked squash pro. to close out some close games. The the 4x800m relay with Michael Wegner, Varsity competed with eight other teams Dons had big wins over very good teams Kenny Rowe, Andrew MacDonald and in the MIAA conference and ended with like John Carroll and Mount Carmel. They Dan Vinton. Tyler Spear was named a 5-10 record. One of their most domi- finished the regular season with a home the MIAA champion in the 3200m run. nant performances was a 6-1 win against victory on senior night against perennial The team also qualified for a relay and Calvert Hall on January 30th. JV went 8-6. power St. Frances. The team was led by an individual event at the New Balance two senior captains, Billy Plunkett and Indoor Nationals in New York City. This BASKETBALL Ryan Fields. Not only were these two marks the eighth year in a row in which Varsity Basketball finished the 2013–14 the leading scorers and rebounders, but the team qualified runners for indoor season with a 9-18 record. The season they were great teammates who always nationals. The team will miss its depart- was defined by closely contested games. put the betterment of the team ahead of ing seniors, but a strong group of under- The first six conference games of the themselves. The future looks bright for classmen on varsity and a fantastic JV season and 15 of 27 games overall were Loyola Basketball. There is a good group team moving up will keep Loyola Track decided by five points or less. Despite a of younger Dons who will be making and Field strong into the future. lack of size on the interior, what made their way through the basketball

21 ATHLETICS RECAP

program and, with hard work, should in the Maryland Independent State bring success to Loyola. Tournament with seven place-winners. At the National Prep Tournament, the TENNIS team finished 21st and proudly brought Varsity Tennis had a record-setting home two All-Americans, Johnson and season, losing only one match in the Nordhausen. The Wrestling team should regular season and earning the #2 seed have continued success next year, as the in the MIAA tournament for the first program will return 10 out of 13 starters time in decades. Singles players Reid and several JV contributors. Burch, Grant Palmer and Jacob Morrison had very strong seasons, and doubles TRACK & FIELD players Chris Paszkiewicz, Ray McDer- Loyola’s ninth-ranked mott, Mitch Butler, Nick Hardebeck and Varsity Track & Field JP D’Anna played well, producing a 7-1 team finished 3rd record in the MIAA. The Dons hosted an behind top-ranked MIAA semifinal playoff match in front McDonogh and #2 of a huge crowd, but could not prevail, Gilman at the MIAA losing to Mount Saint Joseph. The sea- championships. With son marked the 13th time in the last 14 top performances in RYAN CONRAD ’15 NAMED years that the varsity team has played in the 3200m by Michael TOWSON TIMES MALE ATHLETE the MIAA semifinals. Six Dons made the Wegner (1st), Tyler OF THE YEAR semifinals of the MIAA Individual tour- Spear (2nd) and Kevin nament, and 1st doubles team of Chris Wegner (4th) and in the Paszkiewicz and Ray McDermott made pole vault by Justin Rising senior and three-sport athlete Ferrans (2nd), Kyle Ryan Conrad was named Male Athlete of Albornoz (4th) and the Year by the Towson Times this June. Spencer Schenking (5th), the Dons got off Conrad plays varsity soccer, basketball to a very good start going into the week- and lacrosse. After Inside Lacrosse end, leading in six events. Loyola held off Mount Saint Joseph and Calvert Hall, named him the nation’s top high school scoring first place in the 4x800m relay player for the Class of 2015 during his thanks to Wegner, Spear, Kenny Rowe sophomore year, Conrad committed to and Dan Vinton and in the 3200m with the University of Virginia for lacrosse a meet record by Wegner (9:22). Varsity rd among offers from Duke, North Carolina, also finished 3 (M. Wegner, 4:19.9) and 4th (Spear, 4:26) in the 1600m. Other Maryland and Johns Hopkins. Conrad scorers were 3rd place Connor Cunning- helped Loyola upset undefeated Boys’ the finals. The JV Dons also had a great ham in the long jump (20’ 9.25”), 3rd Latin in the 2013 MIAA Championship season, losing only one regular season place Vinton in the 800m (1:59.9) and 4th and led the Varsity Lacrosse team in match and making the MIAA champi- place Rowe in the 400m (51.1). JV finished goals (33), assists (22) and ground balls onship match against Gilman. Although 3rd behind Mount Saint Joe and Gilman. (68) in 2014. varsity loses five seniors to graduation, Top performances came from 4x200m the future is bright as the JV players relay champions Alex Gloth, Jack MacEr- moving up are very good. lean, Duncan Woodward, and Andreus In soccer, he led Loyola in goals (10) Price with a meet record (1:35.6), 800m to earn MIAA ‘A’ Conference honors WRESTLING champion Cole Crampton (2:09.9), Max this past season. One of his biggest The Wrestling team had another great Barbour in the 1600m (4:50) and 3200m highlights included a goal in the 2-1 year on the mat. Varsity finished with an (10:13) and Mark Grothman in the pole 18-4 record and a top-10 ranking state- vault (9-06). overtime win against DeMatha, who wide. Led by senior captains Walter John- at the time was ranked No. 1 in the son, Pat Smist and junior Jake Nordhau- LACROSSE country. On the basketball court, he won sen, the team celebrated victories over Varsity Lacrosse finished with an 8-8 the starting job at point guard on the local rivals Boys’ Latin, Gilman, Arch- record. In their pre-MIAA schedule, the Varsity Basketball team this past winter bishop Spalding and Curley. Additionally, Dons finished 4-3, including a 14-5 win th and averaged six points, three rebounds the team handled Calvert Hall for the 9 over Long Island power St. Anthony’s straight year. The team finished 4th in the High School, ranked 9th in Inside and three assists per game. His top MIAA tournament with eight place-win- Lacrosse’s national poll. The Dons fin- performances came in a 52-43 victory ners, including champion Nordhausen’s ished 4-5 in league play, which included over Mount Carmel (10 points, 4 assists) thrilling triple-overtime victory, which a 9-8 win over MIAA rival Gilman. At and a 64-62 overtime loss to Boys’ Latin was featured in The Baltimore Sun and the end of the season, the Dons ranked th th (13 points, 5 assists). Towson Times. The team finished 6 7 in The Baltimore Sun poll. Midfield-

2222 2013–14 WINTER/SPRING SPORTS er Ryan Conrad reigned as the team’s pitching was anchored by Chris Girken, team record holder and senior Neil Per- leading scorer, with 55 points on 33 Mason Kapelanski, Trevor Janoskie, John ry, seniors Dan Moreno and JP Clancy, goals and 22 assists. Attackman Alex Lukish and Mike O’Brien. One highlight Colin Roddy and All-American junior Roesner had 29 goals and six assists. was the annual spring trip to Florida, Cole Buese. Buese broke the 100m back Long-stick midfielder Michael Meurer gaining valuable practice time, playing school record, as did the 200m free relay played superbly throughout the season. good competition and building nice of Moreno, Buese, Clancy and Perry. The Against Boys’ Latin, he scored two goals, team chemistry. The JV A and JV B teams team had 33 swims in the Loyola Top 25. a feat that rarely happens for a player at fielded competitive teams and helped The team had great young guns in Ben this position. He was named the team’s give future varsity players valuable high Brown and Sammy Logue and its junior MVP during the banquet held at the school experiences. The 2015 season class of Buese, Hoelting, Williams, Mus- end of the season and he will continue will see a return of a strong nucleus of selman and Pierce were great point scor- his lacrosse career at Drexel University. players and developing young talent. ers and leaders. Senior Kevin McCoy was As usual, the future of Loyola Lacrosse Eleven returning varsity players, along our outstanding performer of the year appears bright. The JV team went 13-1 with the JV players, will be working hard with his incredible time drops and junior and captured the MIAA title with a win during the off-season, as the program diver Elijah Wright came through when on Hargaden Field against Calvert Hall. has begun giving players the opportu- we needed him at the Eastern Prep The freshman team captured the MIAA nity to better themselves and the team Championships. Under the leadership championship with a win over Gilman with new off-season training programs of seniors Hoelting and Williams, next at Roland Park. The 8th grade team over the last couple years. The talent year’s group looks extremely strong. went undefeated and the 7th graders and leadership, along with some hard finished 4-2. work, will help propel the Dons back into the playoffs picture in 2015. RUGBY Loyola Rugby fielded three teams again HOCKEY this year. Varsity competed in the Jesuit This was a rebuilding year for varsity Ice Classic, where they played McQuaid Hockey with the loss of seven seniors af- Jesuit, Georgetown Prep and national ter the 2012-13 season. This year’s team champion Gonzaga College. In the MIAA, consisted of nine seniors, three juniors, the Dons returned to the championship three sophomores and one freshman. game for the fifth time in eight years. The underclassmen stepped up into Unfortunately, they came up short key positions and there was consistent against a strong Archbishop Spalding stability in the net with Robert Weigman team. Coach Steve James ‘07 was proud and Stewart Schenking. Once again, the of the way the team played. Although defense was anchored by senior co-cap- GOLF down by two tries at the half, seniors tains Matt Franks and Kyle O’Malley, as Varsity Golf returned starters Jack Cahill, Cole Boozer, Ekena Nkem-Mkam and well as Austin Kesselring, Drew Melocik Luke Knott and Brady Hartman. The Jake Oliver led the team as they never and James Lortz. The offense had many remaining three starting positions were gave up. A season highlight came as the line combinations, putting together the filled by sophomore Troy Meurer, and JV team, led by sophomores Trey Thom- talents of Brady Hartman, Michael Alder- two new players to the golf program, as and Colin Green, beat crosstown man, Spencer Schenking, Gino Mainello, senior Jon McGrath and junior Peter rival Calvert Hall in a close contest to Isaac Sebastian, Michael Zavoyna, CJ Jacobson. The season began with a win bring home the MIAA JV title. This is the Spallitta, Kevin Fanto, Aaron Day and over Boys’ Latin at Suburban Club and first championship the JV team has won Noah Kness. Playing in two separate ended with a victory over a strong St. since 2008. The freshman/sophomore leagues, the team was defeated in the Paul’s team. A series of close heartbreak- team developed well throughout the MIAA semifinals by St. Paul’s and in ers filled the rest of the 2-5 season. This season playing traditional rivals Calvert the MAPHL quarterfinals by St. John’s. record in no way reflects the quality of Hall, Mount Saint Joseph and Gonzaga The team graduated 10 seniors this the team’s performance in a league that College. year, but looks forward to the 2014-15 gets more competitive every year. Cahill season, moving players up from JV and and Knott consistently held their own BASEBALL this year’s middle school championship against the top players from around The 2014 Loyola Blakefield Baseball team. the league and performed solidly in the season provided some highlights 54-hole stroke play championship. Cahill throughout the year. Despite a lack of SWIMMING & DIVING finished in 6th place, establishing himself experienced varsity players, the team Loyola Swimming & Diving finished as one of the top players in the league competed at a high level and played in its best year ever in the history of the and earning All-Conference honors several close games, mounting strong program. Varsity won the East Coast along the way. There is good reason to comebacks in the late innings. However, Catholic Championships, the MIAA be optimistic for next season, as JV had in the end, the team missed the playoffs Swimming Championships and, for the an undefeated championship season for the first time in many years. The first time, the 114th Eastern Prep Swim- and some young, talented players will be offense was led by Johnny Schouten, ming and Diving Championships. Strong joining next year’s varsity squad. Stetson Cox and Joey Dinoto. The performances were put on by 50m free

23 QUESTIONS with Tim Porter ’64

Tim Porter ‘64 is an accomplished mandolinist deeply rooted in the blues, jazz, Celtic, Indian and worship genres — all of which connect with Tim’s heritage. He performs with the Contemporary Ensemble in New York, and has performed with other groups at various venues around New York City, including an ensemble of The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. He was an original member of The Common Ground on the Hill Black String Band, which has performed both at Common Ground in Maryland and at the Old Songs Festival in Upstate New York. Tim has performed with acclaimed mandolin virtuoso Barry Mitterhoff and many other jazz, blues and folk musicians. He served for five years as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of WBGO Newark Public Radio, the jazz station serving the New York metropolitan area, and is also on the Board of Governors for The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in Manhattan, the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, and the National Jazz Museum in Harlem. After receiving his J.D. degree from New York University, School of Law, Tim worked at AT&T, where, for 10 years, he was Vice President – Law, Chief Counsel for Labor, Employment and Environmental Matters. He served as a Director of the AT&T Investment Management Company, the company’s pension and retirement benefits asset investment arm. Later on, Tim became Senior Counsel then Chief Client Relationship Counsel at Proskauer Rose, a global law firm. He is currently a Director of the Life Insurance Company of Boston and New York, a subsidiary of Boston Mutual Life Insurance Company.

As an accomplished mandolinist, jazz producer Working as an attorney, specifically in labor, and trustee for a jazz radio station (WBGO) and employment and government relations, how the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, how have you carried over the Jesuit ideals taught at and when did your love for this genre of Loyola Blakefield into your line of work? music develop? I’ve tried to make honesty, service to others and One of my uncles gave me a mandolin as a graduation commitment to ideals central to my work as an attorney. gift when I graduated from Loyola. I had already become It resonates with Jesuit ideals and, in an interesting way, interested in jazz and blues while in high school. With dovetails with Abraham Lincoln’s famous remark that a that mandolin and others I acquired in later years, I was lawyer’s time and advice are his stock-in-trade. able to play the music that I’d come to love while in high school. You were back on campus for your 50th reunion this May. Since your time here as a student, You’ve gotten to work with a lot of great what has changed and what has remained musicians (Barry Mitterhoff, Guy Davis, etc.) the same? and musical groups (the Contemporary The physical campus has changed in several notable Ensemble in New York) over the years, even respects — significantly upgraded athletic facilities, and traveling to Europe to play. What has been your new buildings, being chief among them. However, much greatest experience as a musician so far? of the campus remains the same, and perhaps it is that Every experience is unique and it’s hard and perhaps which suggests so strongly that what was so spiritually impossible to select one that is the greatest. One of and intellectually important about my experience at many great experiences I had as a musician is one that Loyola probably remains the same as well. did not involve me playing. It was being present at a concert in Saint-Cézaire, a village in the south of France, What advice would you offer a student where two friends were performing on guitar and currently attending Loyola? bass in an 1,100-year-old Catholic church. The music Make sure that you get out of your comfort zone and the setting were sublime. So much so that I went and engage with students who come from dissimilar on to produce a recording of these two jazz masters backgrounds. Take advantage of the opportunity to accompanied by another great player. The recording, come to know the breadth of the world in a hothouse released on the Motéma label and entitled “Our Thing,” environment where your curiosity is nurtured and your did very well and rose to No. 5 on the jazz charts. questions are answered. It will not always be so, for at some point you will encounter harsher realities. Be ready to embrace them.

24 Robotics Recap

In March, Loyola Robotics (Team 7135) won the Maryland A second team is preparing to fill the shoes of Macdonald State Championship in Westminster, Md., a huge accom- and Geronimo for this upcoming year. The team is led by plishment for the program’s first full year of competition. rising seniors Justin Brooks ’15 and Matt Strickland ’15 and According to club moderator Jennifer Pearson, this team rising juniors Brian Radin ’16 and Chris Louzon ’16. composed of John Macdonald ’14, Josh Geronimo ’14 and Connor Egbert ’14 put countless hours in to reach A big thank you goes out to Mr. Bob Rassa ’58, who has this level of success. As a result of this win, the team served as both a mentor and generous donor to the was invited to compete at the 2014 VEX Robotics World program from the start. Championship in Anaheim, CA, in April.

The Robotics Education and Competition Foundation (REC Foundation) described the World Championship as “a gathering of top robotics teams from around the world to celebrate their accomplishments and compete with and against the best of the best.” Along with an invitation to such an impressive event, Macdonald, in a separate Driving Skills competition, ended the year 17th in the world.

The World Championship brought together 26 nations from across the globe, with hundreds of teams competing. Loyola officially finished 6th in the world in the Driving Skills Challenge, and after progressing through the qualifying rounds, the team finished 42nd out of the 86 teams in their division, with a 5-5-0 record, facing off against teams from China, Canada and Latin America. By the end of the competition, the team’s overall performance put them in the top 50 percent of the 430 teams that competed.

25 Cyber Security Club Update

Loyola Blakefield’s Cyber Security Club exploded onto successful cyber curriculum. Department of Homeland the scene in 2012 and never looked back. In only its sec- Security’s Chief of National Cyber Security Education, ond year, the club has continued to make waves on both Montana Williams, was also on the panel. Symantec, an local and national levels via conferences, competitions, American technology company that makes security, stor- internships and networking with prominent figures in the age, backup and availability software (most notably its expanding field of cyber security. Norton products), has decided to use Loyola Blakefield as a model curriculum for public schools. In return, Syman- To kick off the 2013–14 school year, the team won the tec invited Loyola’s Cyber Security club to tour their Cyber 2013 Maryland Cyber Challenge (MDC3) hosted by the Security Operations Center in Herndon, VA. CyberMaryland Conference at the Baltimore Convention Center. Loyola’s Cyber Security Speaker Series returned this school year in October with Supervisory Special Agent Next, the team competed in the Air Force Association’s Daniel Gray of the FBI, who is assigned to a cyber-squad 2014 CyberPatriot Competition. The team won the state in the Baltimore Field Office and has held numerous po- title and moved on to place third in the Mid-Atlantic Re- sitions during his FBI career, including an executive level gionals. Facing off against 1,143 teams across the country, position on the National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Loyola’s score was just short of qualifying for the national Force (NCIJTF). The series concluded in February with Ex- finals. President of the Baltimore Air Force Association ecutive Director of the Federal IT Security Institute (FITSI) Chapter 160 and Chief Master Sergeant Jorge Laurel of Mr. Jim Wiggins, who is also the founder of the Wounded the United States Air Force, 34th Intelligence Squadron, Warrior Cyber Combat Training Academy, which retrains presented the team with their certificates at their end- returning wounded servicemen and women in the field of-year banquet while noting, “The skills these guys are of cyber security. learning now are going to pay dividends in years to come. It’s a very highly-sought-after skill set in both the private To further their education in the field of cyber security, sector and within the government.” students have held summer internships at Northrop Grumman (Mike O’Brien ’14), Exelon Energy (Patrick Laga- Aside from competitions, students in the Cyber Securi- tor ’15 and James Lortz ’15) and CyberPoint’s LifeJourney™ ty club were able to complete their CompTIA Security+ (Ian Dalton ’14 and Evan Byrd ’14). Since the founding of Certification and made it about three-quarters of the way the program two years ago, students have gone on to through their Linux+ Certification. These represent two study either cyber security or computer science at sev- certifications that are required to work in the security eral colleges and universities with top-ranking programs field. According to Director of Technology and club mod- such as Rochester Institute of Technology, University of erator Mr. Steve Morrill, these types of certifications usu- Maryland College Park, UMBC, Texas A&M, Purdue, ally require five years of experience in the security field to Drexel and Carnegie Mellon. obtain. Thanks to the help and guidance of former Loyola parent Jim Wilson of IBM, students were able to obtain at Throughout these past two years, Morrill has been able least one of these certifications in less than two years. to introduce lessons of Jesuit education in the context of cyber security. “With this well-rounded education model In March, Kaspersky Lab, a developer of secure content Loyola provides in addition to the values of a Catholic and threat management systems and the world’s larg- education, there is no better model to use to frame cyber est privately held vendor of software security products, skills,” said Morrill. “The tremendous feedback from our held a national conference at Georgetown University business partners has helped confirm this.” in Washington, D.C., called “Cyber Security for the Next Generation.” The conference was held for students with The following members of the Loyola Blakefield commu- bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. degrees who took part in nity have been influential in making this club the national workshops, team-building activities and attended talks powerhouse that it is today. These individuals include and panel discussions by leading experts. The conference current Loyola parents CJ Spallitta (Verizon), Bob Olsen also provided a unique opportunity for the students to (CEO, North Star Group LLC), Anthony Teelucksingh showcase their research and knowledge to key academic (Department of Justice), Noah Wheeler (Presidio), former and industry experts, opening doors to potentially new parent Jim Wilson (IBM) and alumni Rick Geritz ’82 (CEO, and attractive careers in IT security. Loyola students were LifeJourney™), Luke Mann ’01 (Northrop Grumman) and the only high school students present at this conference. Ed Goetz ’74 (Chief Information Security Officer, Exelon Energy). Career-building accolades and experiences haven’t only come for students in the program. In April, Morrill was If you would like to get involved with Loyola Blakefield’s chosen to speak at the U.S. News & World Report Con- cyber security program, please contact Mr. Steve Morrill at ference in Washington, D.C., about Loyola Blakefield’s [email protected] for more information.

26 CAMPUS NEWS Summer 2014

BASKETBALL COURT DEDICATED TO Mount Saint Joseph and Dulaney COACH JERRY SAVAGE High School in the quarterfinal On January 19, we honored the legacy of longtime round this spring, but didn’t make Loyola basketball coach Mr. Jerry Savage by dedicating it past the semifinal round on the basketball court in the Joseph E. Peters ’55 May 10 in a close contest. Performance Gym as “Jerry 2014 ATHLETICS HALL Savage Court.” OF FAME INDUCTEES For parts of HONORED On May 10, the following alumni five decades, were inducted into the 2014 Loyola Blakefield Athletics Coach Savage Hall of Fame: patrolled Loyola’s sidelines, amassing over 600 victories Ed Murn ’57, Charlie Smith ’62, Don Beck en route to six championships. More importantly, Coach ’64, Rick Diggs ’66, Fran Wiegmann ’73, Mike Koch Savage is an Ignatian role model who had a very positive ’74, Steve Mutscheller ’81, Mark Cucuzzella ’84, Troy and The Loyola Blakefield impact on the lives of countless Dons. Vance ’85 Scott Diggs ’95.

LOYOLA SPORTS LEGENDS PANEL HOSTED Athletics Hall of Fame was established to honor the BY JASON LA CANFORA ’92 accomplishments of players and coaches who have To kick off Blakefest this year, on April 11, Loyola hosted made a significant contribution and brought recognition a panel discussion with some of Loyola’s most famed and lasting fame to athletics at Blakefield. Candidates coaches, including Joe Brune ’52, John Stewart ’60, who are alumni of Loyola Blakefield must be graduated Jerry Savage, Joe McFadden ’69 and Bill Korrow. The at least 10 years. panel was led by Jason La Canfora ’92 of The NFL Today on CBS. Many great stories were told and memories ARCHITECTURE CLASS WON COMPETITION shared, spanning over six decades of Loyola’s history. TO HELP DESIGN WATERFRONT SITE IN FELL’S POINT IT’S ACADEMIC TEAM MADE SEMIFINALS Loyola’s Architecture Club, made up of senior David After winning their first-round match in the fall, Loyola’s Villarreal and juniors Matthew Trail, Ryan Bullen, It’s Academic team, made up of seniors Claude Hanley, Patrick Eby and Griff Gilmore, was involved in the ACE Joey Benassi and Alex Herd, triumphed again against (Architecture | Construction | Engineering) Mentoring

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Schlichtig has been a teacher and coach at Loyola for 14 years and he is excited to be able to serve the community in this new capacity.

J.P. CLANCY ’14 AWARDED TROY M. VANCE ’85 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP This year’s recipient of the Troy M. Vance ’85 Endowed Scholarship is J.P. Clancy ’14. The scholarship is awarded annually to a senior who resembles Troy in that he Program this spring. The ACE program helps mentor excels in sports and academics and high school students and inspires them to pursue exemplifies what it means to be a careers in design and construction. It’s now the Man for Others. J.P. will attend the United States Naval construction industry’s fastest-growing high school Academy in the fall. mentoring program, reaching over 8,000 students annually. As part of this, Loyola’s Architecture Club met DONS VISITED FROM CAPITOL HILL every week for 14 weeks at the Rubeling and Associates On May 23, we welcomed back alumni Vince Zito ’07 and office with several local professional architects and Nick Morrison ’07, who talked with AP U.S. Government engineers who volunteered their time as mentors. classes about their roles, responsibilities and life in Loyola students, along with eight other teams of general on Capitol Hill. Vince (Indiana University ’11) is students from all over the area, helped develop a currently the Deputy Press Secretary for U.S. Senator design proposal for a very large waterfront site located Dan Coats from Indiana. His roles include drafting in Fell’s Point. On May 7, Loyola’s Architecture Club floor speeches, coordinating interviews with local and presented their winning design at Carver School for the national media and managing social media. Nick (Loyola Arts. As a result, the team was invited to present their University Chicago ’11) is the Legislative Correspondent design at the annual Board and Donor Breakfast for the for Deb Fischer from Nebraska, where he works with the Baltimore ACE Mentoring Chapter, which was held at the Legislative Director of Chief-of-Staff to develop policy Engineering Club in Mt. Vernon on May 13. positions and directly advise Sen. Fischer on all issues under the purview of the Senate Judiciary Committee. JOHN STEWART RETIRED; BOB SCHLICHTIG He also worked on Gov. Mitt Romney’s presidential NAMED NEW DEAN OF STUDENTS and congressional campaigns in North Carolina, New In January, Mr. John Stewart ’60 announced that he Hampshire and Virginia and as a staff assistant under would be “passing Sen. John Kyl from Arizona. the torch” of the Dean of Students 8TH GRADE GRADUATION CEREMONY position at the On May 30, Loyola Blakefield graduated 90 students end of the 2013–14 from the middle school. The following awards were academic year. His presented: 47 years of service to Loyola have been marked by his dedication to our Jesuit mission and commitment to forming Men for Others. After an extensive search that yielded several very qualified candidates, Mr. Bob Schlichtig was selected to fill the role as Loyola Blakefield’s next Dean of Students. Mr.

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FAITH COMMITMENT: Jason Polun LOYOLA CHRISTIAN SERVICE: Noah Peck BLAKEFIELD SIGNED COMPASSION: Tiernan Brunner SUSTAINING INTEGRITY: Emmett Hudak AGREEMENT On June 24, JUSTICE: Gabriel Moreno President Anthony ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Mac Brennan, Jack Connolly, Day, incoming Will Koras, Jack McArthur, Robbie Olsen, Noah Peck, chairman of Loyola’s Joe Stafford, Hunter Stone and Zach Rekoski Board of Trustees THE DANIEL McNEAL AWARD: Tiernan Brunner Joseph A. DeSantis ’82, outgoing chair FACULTY & STAFF RECOGNIZED Joseph A. Sullivan FOR YEARS OF SERVICE and Provincial of the Maryland Province of the Society of Jesus Very Rev. James Shea, S.J. signed the quinquennial sustaining sponsorship agreement, which states that Loyola Blakefield will remain a Jesuit institution for the next five years.

SERVICE-LEARNING IMMERSION TRIP TO BELIZE Fourteen rising seniors and three faculty members attended a two-week service-learning immersion trip to Belize from June 17–30 to study and learn about the country’s ecology and culture, as well as give their time and talents in service. The trip had three components. The first portion of the trip was spent at the Belize Marine Tropical Research and Education Center in San Pedro studying marine coastal biology. The second portion of the trip was spent working with Belizean community service organizations. Students helped construct a house for a single mother with three children under the supervision of Hand in Hand Ministries in Belize City and visited the Jesuit Parish of St. Peter Claver, which serves the rural poor in Punta Gorda. The third element was an opportunity to visit the unique cultural heritage of Belize, including Mayan cultural sites and the Garifuna community. This trip was The following men and women were recognized at the organized by the Office of Ignatian Service along with end of the 2013–14 school year for reaching a significant Loyola’s Science and History Departments. milestone in their years of service to Loyola Blakefield: Mr. Jerry Roe (30 years), Mr. Raymond Brown (30 years), Mrs. Kelly Breschi (30 years), Dr. Vince Fitzpatrick (35 years), Ms. Pat O’Hara (30 years), Mr. Terry Levering (30 years) and Mr. Stephen Kucharski (30 years).

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1945 his practice on general corporate, Rev. Raymond Lelii, S.J. was honored securities and business litigation. 2001 with the annual Black History Award A member of several civic and Patrick Brugh and by Holy Redeemer Catholic Church charitable organizations, James his wife, Anne, in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 23. serves as board chairman of the welcomed their first Parishioners voted for Fr. Lelii to Fund for Educational Excellence and child, Henry Wolf, on receive this award for the time, talent a member of the board of directors June 11, 2014. and treasure he gave to the church for the Downtown Partnership of and community during the years he Baltimore. He is also a Permanent Mike Lookingland, served the parish. More recently, Member of the Judicial Conference goalkeeper for the Baltimore Blast, was Fr. Lelii was awarded the 2014 St. of the United States Court of named Major Indoor Soccer League’s Aloysius Medal by Gonzaga College Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and Most Valuable Player and Defender for High School for his exemplary service is on the Board of Governors of the the 2013–14 season. to the school and community. Maryland Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. 2003 1949 On June 22, 2013, Jill Connor and On June 14, Rev. G. Harry Hock, Peter Voelkel was named as a Clark Zurowski were married at St. S.J. celebrated his 50th Jubilee of member of the 2014 induction class Thomas Aquinas Church in Baltimore, Ordination to the Priesthood. for the National Lacrosse Hall of MD. Jill is a ’06 graduate of St. Paul’s Fame in Baltimore. He, along with School for Girls. The groom and all 1956 seven other players, will be inducted the groomsmen are Loyola Blakefield William Lohnes is currently serving on Oct. 25 at The Grand Lodge in graduates. In the photo from left, as a member of Loyola University’s Hunt Valley. Peter was a four-time Colin Soper ’03, Clark ’03, Brian Alumni National Board. All-American midfielder at North Blazejak ’03, Eric Sills ’03 and Nicholas Carolina. Zurowski ’06. The bride’s father, Joseph 1968 Connor ‘71; brother, McMahon Connor James Walker received his Master 1983 of Arts in Theology degree from the Bobby Doyle has been named Ecumenical Institute of Theology of associate instructor for Strike St. Mary’s Seminary and University, International, a firearms training Baltimore, on May 15, 2014. A Dean’s company based in North Texas. List student for the past two years, Strike International trains over James also received the Maryland 30 law enforcement agencies as Bible Society Award for Outstanding well as military units and federal Achievement in Biblical Studies. law enforcement agencies. Bobby Following a career as a psychiatric specializes in instructor development, social worker, James has engaged in basic firearms training and tactical theological education at the EI and in courses. Bobby works full time as service to the Unitarian Universalist a patrol lieutenant for a municipal police department. He lives in North Fellowship of Southern Maryland ‘98 and grandfather, Joseph Carroll as their Chaplain. James lives in Texas with his wife, Cyndi, and two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Connor ‘42, are also Loyola Blakefield Leonardtown, Maryland, with his graduates. The groom’s father, W. spouse, Deborah C. Priest, and their 1999 Neil Zurowski, is a 1972 graduate two cats, Ms. Kitty Fantastica and of Gonzaga College High School in Jasper the Cat. Kinsey Boehl and his wife, Ruth, welcomed their second son, Henry Washington, D.C. Francis, on May 1, 2014. Their first 1972 2004 and son, Isaac Kinsey, was born on June Morris Cannon Mark Rohde Sean Ahearn and Celina Chaunsumlit were inducted into the Baltimore 10, 2012. Kinsey has been working in commercial nuclear power in New welcomed a healthy baby girl, Julianna Catholic League Hall of Fame on May Grace, on February 16, 2014. 1. After graduating from Blakefield, Hampshire for the past six years. He also volunteers as a Conservation they went on to play together at 2006 Loyola University Maryland. Commissioner in Amesbury, MA, where he and his family have decided Carolina RailHawks goalkeeper Akira to settle down. Fitzgerald was named the North 1979 American Soccer League Player of the James Mathias, a partner with Week twice during the 2013–14 season. DLA Piper and chair of the firm’s While serving in the Peace Corps, Andrew Boston helped found, Baltimore Litigation department, has 2007 become a Fellow of the American coach and fundraise Uganda’s first- Mark Nastalski married Marisa College of Trial Lawyers, one of ever national lacrosse team, which participated in the 2014 FIL World Creamer on May 31, 2014. There were the premier legal associations in a lot of Dons at this wedding, including America. At DLA Piper, James serves Lacrosse Championships in Denver, (top left to right) Mike Keeney ’65, as co-chair of the firm’s Financial CO, this July. Mark Quaranta ’09, Tim Eberhardt ’07, Services Litigation group and focuses Grayson Tolmie ’07, David Nastalski

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’08, Tony Quaranta ’07, Brady Cox ’07, Adam Conner addressed graduating 2011 Chris Collins ’07, (bottom left to right) seniors at Harvard’s Senior Class Andrew Stromberg, who is majoring Craig Creamer ’78, Keith Creamer ’73, Day on May 28 at the Tercentenary in Biological Physics at Georgetown, Mark Nastalski ’07, Mike Rogers ’07 Theatre. has been awarded the Hichwa Family and Kris Bauer (family moved after Summer Undergraduate Research 10th grade). Not pictured: Steve Gus Moreno and Ridge Lortz Fellowship for 2014. Andrew will be Creamer ’02. graduated together from the U.S. studying how mechanical properties Coast Guard Academy on May 22. of the cellular environment influence force generation in growing axons. Matthew Mathias was awarded the Frederick G.P. Thorne Award, 2012 presented annually to a Bowdoin Deemer Class led Duke Lacrosse to male student-athlete for outstanding the 2014 National Championship leadership qualities on and off the at M&T Bank Stadium. Deemer field. He helped lead the team to also garnered 1st Team All-America their best regular-season record in honors. school history and entry into the NCAA Division III tournament. 2013 Bruce Zimmerman made his first Scott Pyzik spoke at St. Joseph appearance of his college baseball University’s commencement career pitching five shutout innings as 2008 ceremony in May. Scott will be the Towson Tigers (3-0) completed a Steele Stanwick was named to the 30- spending 12 months in Ecuador as three-game sweep at the Wake Forest man roster of the U.S. Men’s National part of the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. Tournament, handing Georgetown Lacrosse team for the 2014 FIL World a 9-1 loss. In his five innings of work, Championship in Denver in July. Danny Zawodny was selected to Bruce only allowed three base hits receive a grant from Boston College and never had more than one base 2010 allowing him to travel to the University runner in an inning. Scott Kuhlman and Dan Walter are of Central America in El Salvador members of the Jacksonville Volunteer during his spring break to make a Conor Reynolds was named to the Fire Company and were both Top short social justice documentary. Centennial All-Conference Baseball 10 Responders for 2013 on Medic Team. He is the first Hopkins 475. Dan is the chairman of the freshman since 2007 and fifth overall Recruitment Committee and Scott is to ever receive this honor. an EMS Lieutenant. IN MEMORIAM Mr. Claude L. Callegary Mr. Carl Garthe ALUMNI Mr. George P. Determan Mr. William K. Gore Mr. Lee C. Bardelman ‘48 Mr. Terence D. Garvin Mrs. Catherine Mancini Mr. John Gregory Burgan, Sr. ‘64 Ms. Annie M. Geslois Mr. William A. Moan Mr. Augustine J. DePasquale ‘33 Mr. Thomas M. Gibbons Mr. Joseph E. Moran Mr. Donald E. Fay ‘46 Mr. Edward D. Hewitt Mr. Frank W. Trapnell Mr. Richard A. Hartman ‘40 Mr. Robert L. Karwacki Ms. Anne Warner Dr. Albert E. Heimert, III D.D.S. ‘48 Mr. William K. McCardell Mr. Bernard E. Ichniowski ‘73 Mr. George L. Novotny Mr. J. Richard Johns ‘53 Mr. George J. Pelikan FRIENDS Mr. James J. Lacy, Jr. ‘43 Mrs. Joseph J. Perticone Ms. Christine R. Aler Mr. Gerald J. Maher ‘49 Mr. Thomas M. Pollard Mr. James P. Bowersox Mr. Joseph L. McCarthy ‘54 Mr. Gerald Seldin Mr. Charles L. Costa Mr. Harry Russell Miller, III ‘59 Mr. James R. Skillman Ms. Florence D’Alessio Mr. Davies W. Molloy ‘44 Dr. Franz Carl Vella-Camilleri, M.D. Ms. Madeline B. Evans Mr. J. Carroll Mueller ‘45 Dr. Albert S. Vikell, D.D.S. Mr. Ronald A. Fonte Mr. Thomas X. Murn ‘50 Mrs. Patricia G. Wisniewski Ms. Angeline J. Frank Mr. James J. O’Donnell ‘36 Mr. John V. Woytowitz Mr. Williard Hackerman Mr. James W. Power ‘72 Ms. Bette R. Henderson Mr. James T. Reynolds ‘42 GRANDPARENTS Mr. Ray Hierstetter Mr. Spencer L. Riddle ‘74 Mr. Gurmon T. Minton Mr. Donald L. Smith ‘47 Mrs. Gertrude C. Ankewitz Ms. Beverly Ann Mirabile Mr. Francis P. Tunney, III ‘60 Mr. Joseph P. Cappello Mrs. Edith A. Mitchell Mr. Joseph S. DePasquale Ms. Betty J. Nolte PAST PARENTS Mrs. Jane W. Dickinson Mr. Patrick J. Powderly Mrs. Helena I. Eiswert Mr. Walter F. Tacka Mrs. Genevieve Benson Mr. Wilber O. Fink Mr. Thomas D. Washburne Mrs. H. Beverly Berger Mr. Georges R. Garinther 31 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 3233 P.O. Box 6819 • Towson, Maryland 21285-6819 BALTIMORE, MD loyolablakefield.org

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The entire Loyola Blakefield Community thanks Mr. Joseph A. Sullivan

for his dedicated service as Chair of our Board of Trustees.

His commitment to the magis has helped guide Loyola toward a bolder and brighter future.