Vol. 52 No. 1 Spring 2011 Communion Breakfast – April 10 Bro. Victor M. Forlani, S.M. ’61 named Man of the Year Some colleges have an artist-in-residence. Most After leaving Latin in 1975, Brother Victor was principal of business schools have an executive-in-residence. Hackett High School in Kalamazoo Michigan for five years. He spent most of the 80s as president of Bergamo Center for But Brother Victor M. Christian Renewal in the Dayton area. While at Hackett, Forlani, S.M., is in a class Victor was moderator of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. by himself. The 1961 While at Bergamo, he was on the Board of Directors of the Cathedral Latin High Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce and chair of its Business School graduate with the Development Committee ready smile and hearty laugh is Marianist-in- Marianist-in-residence since 2009, Forlani works to integrate residence at the University the principles of Catholic social thought and the University’s of Dayton School of Marianist heritage into the business school’s curriculum. As Business Administration. part of the faculty since 1995, Forlani’s teaching has focused UD was founded in 1850 on ethics and the role of faith and religion in the business by the Society of Mary. world and workplace. Forlani earned his doctorate in business administration, with Forlani has touched the lives of hundreds of students and a focus on strategy and ethics, from Boston University’s business professionals, helping them shape careers that are School of Management. He holds two masters’ degrees, an successful, humane and full of faith. First through the MBA from the University of Pittsburgh and an education annual Business as a Calling initiative, and now as founding degree in secondary school administration from Syracuse director of the University’s new Center for the Integration of University. He graduated from the University of Dayton in Faith and Work, Forlani creates programs and courses that 1965 with a double major in business administration and help students explore the value and meaning of their chosen education. life’s work. Forlani first professed vows in 1962 and made final His philosophy is rooted in Catholic, Marianist social profession of vows in 1966. thought: “By viewing a business career as a calling – as distinct from a series of jobs – a deeper sense of purpose and Forlani served as director of financial development for social awareness is fostered and, at the same time, creates a Cathedral Latin School from 1970 to 1975. Along with culture of business integrity,” Forlani says. “Although ethics Brother Frank Nurthen and staff he worked with CL is very much a part of what we explore, the work of the Alumni Association to organize their Annual Telethon, center goes beyond ethics and look at how values, personal which endures to this day. commitment and character are inseparable from leadership ability. continued on page 3 president’s letter Meet the Supporting Cast Greetings to all alumni and friends of Cathedral Latin School! I would like to congratulate Bro. Victor Forlani, S.M. ’61 on being selected as this year’s Merit Award recipient. I encourage you to make plans to attend our annual Communion Breakfast on April 10 where we will honor Bro. Victor for his accomplishments since graduating from Cathedral Latin. Additional congratulations are in order for Fr. Neal Buckon ’71 who was recently installed as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services. With great appreciation, I thank all Akron University; Trustee for 7 years. Technologies as Senior Formulations of you who contributed to our annual Terry is a key leader for the annual chemist and has also worked for Tremco, dues for 2010, which amounted to Communion Breakfast and has served on RPM, Mameco and Sherwin Williams; over $38,000 from 1,082 contributors. the History Book and Golf committees. Married to Joan with 3 children, Alison a The 2010 Honor Roll that lists all dues He was inspired to enter the social junior at Ohio State, Abby and Anthony contributors is included in this issue. work field during his Latin years after a attend Solon High school; Trustee since We cannot keep the organization alive Marianist priest was a guest speaker in 2007 and was elected Secretary in 2008. without your allegiance and support. one of his religion classes. Ben is responsible for taking minutes for The legacy of our alma mater continues both executive and trustees meetings. He at NDCL where the majority of our Frank Cardinale has served on the Membership, Hall of contributions are directed. We welcome ’68 Treasuer: Fame, Communion Breakfast, Golf and any alumni who may be interested in MBA Cleveland Lion Painting committees. joining the association as a trustee. State University, BSBA John I encourage all and have faith that In this article I would like give brief bios Carroll University; our alumni will continue to support of our elected executive officers and thank Employed by Catholic education. Our association them for their dedication and continuing Benjamin Rose supports Catholic education at NDCL efforts in helping our organization. The Frank Cardinale Institute on Aging both monetarily and organizationally by elected officers are: Vice President, Terry for 24 years; interacting with multiple groups at the Roncagli ’77, Treasurer, Frank Cardinale Married with 3 grown children and 4 school. We have worked with the school’s ’68 and Secretary, Ben Carlozzo ’71. grandchildren; Trustee for 13 years. Frank administration, alumni and development These three gentlemen play key roles in manages all finances for the association offices, athletic teams, and several other supporting and guiding our organization. and prepares and manages the budget groups and participate annually at open throughout the year. He enjoys being able house and Career Week. We are a major Terry Roncagli ’77 to contribute to the organization as its donor to the NDCL Annual Fund and Vice President: treasurer and by attending our events. key contributor to the annual Mane Masters in Social Event along with multiple initiatives the Work Case Ben Carlozzo ’71 school sponsors throughout the year. Western Reserve; Secretary: MS and Stop by and visit the school especially if Bachelor’s degree BS in Chemistry you have never been there. It is quite an in Social Work from John Carroll impressive facility with a great group of Cleveland State University; students (Two of them are mine!). Terry Roncagli University; 24 years Employed in the dedicated to Social Paint and Coatings Thanks for continuing to be caring Work; Employed by the Cleveland industry since Christian people of our community and Ben Carlozzo Clinic; Married 25 years to Laurie, two 1980 and has been showing your Latin Pride in Deed and daughters Natalie age 23 and Elisa age the chair for several Coatings Societies; Truth! 19, currently attending Kent State and currently employed by Axim Concrete – Chris Lynch ’75 2 (cont’d from page 1) Communion Breakfast Honors In his role as Marianist-in-residence, Bro. Victor M. Forlani, S.M. ’61 Forlani teaches ethics courses in the MBA program; brings top executives to Sunday, April 10 campus such as Clayton Mathile, former CEO of the Iams Corp. to The 60th annual Communion Breakfast discuss business integrity; coordinates will be held Sunday, April 10. Mass will Walk the Talk sessions that bring students together with business be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. at the professionals to discuss religion and Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, ethics; and leads discussion and 1007 Superior Avenue East, Cleveland, information sessions with faculty, staff OH. The breakfast and presentation of and students on religious traditions. the award will be at noon at the Crowne He also leads by example. In 200l he Plaza, 777 St. Clair Avenue NE. was troubled by the growth of predatory payday lending practices. So This year’s merit award recipient is Bro. he challenged students in his management class to work with local Victor M. Forlani, S.M.’61. The Class of credit unions to devise a long-term 1961 will also be honored on the solution to help families living occasion of their 50th anniversary. paycheck to paycheck avoid high fees associated with payday lenders. The resulting StretchPay lending program is Tickets will be $22 for adults and $17 for students. Reservations can highly successful and now used by 58 be made on-line or checks made payable to CLAA can be sent to the credit unions in eight states. Last year Alumni Office. alone, it is estimated to have saved borrowers more than $4 million in interest and fees. We hope you will be able to join us for this wonderful event. Along with many local civic involvements in the Dayton area, he has been a member of the Board of Trustees for St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas since 2003. 3 Fr. Neal J. Buckon ’71 Appointed Military Auxiliary Bishop graduated from John Carroll and St. D.C. with a reception afterwards in the Mary’s Seminary. Bishop-elect Buckon Crypt. Deacon John Sferry ’63, Deacon served faithfully as a Regular Army Bruce Battista ’71and Deacon John Officer and after serving on active duty Wenzel ’65 assisted at his Episcopal of seven years, he resigned his commission, Ordination. traveled the world and then entered the priesthood. He served his first two years You will be happy to know that of the priesthood at St. Margaret Mary Fr. Buckon has chosen the motto of in South Euclid, OH before being Cathedral Latin, “Opere et Veritate”, as assigned as a military chaplain in 1998. his motto and it will be displayed He had most recently been serving as proudly on his Coat of Arms.