ChapterScope - Fall 2006
Allegro Con Brio Music Alumni
Alpha Phi Alumnae
President - Stephany Samuels '02, '04
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*Alpha Theta Beta Alumnae
President - Judy Cella Gilligan '67, '72
(631) 757-5371
(516) 443-8087
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We will be celebrating our 70th birthday on November 17, 2006. We take great pride in being the oldest Greek organization on campus.
In March, along with UGA/TKE, we co-sponsored an "All Greek Alumni Reunion" at Hofstra USA. We also celebrated awarding our AOB Scholarship. Our annual meeting and dinner, held in May at Orlando's Restaurant in Commack, was a success.
Several sisters attended the Hofstra Alumni Organization's Annual Meeting and afterwards gathered on the North Campus for the rededication of our AOB garden, "Forever Green and White." Special thanks to Fred Soviero, director of grounds, and his staff for a wonderful job planning the revitalization of our garden, which was established 19 years ago. When visiting the campus, stop by the garden to see the beautiful changes!
We hope you will be able to join us at the following events: Homecoming on October 7; 70th Birthday Celebration and Annual Meeting on November 17; Holiday Dinner on January 5; AOB "Through the Years" in February 2007; Greek Alumni Reunion in March 2007; and the Annual Dinner in May 2007.
In addition to our mailings, check our Web site for updated event information. For more information, call or e-mail Judy.
**Attention Greek alumni presidents and representatives: Contact us so we can discuss plans for another Greek Alumni Reunion. **
*Black/Hispanic Alumni Association
President - Frederick E. Davis, Jr. '85
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The past year has been a very successful one. We participated in Homecoming, the NYC Holiday Reception and our signature event, the Deanna L. Hunter/BHAA Scholarship and Alumni Awards Dinner. During Homecoming, BHAA hosted a tent filled with Soul/Caribbean food, and provided giveaways and plenty of fellowship and networking among BHAA members and Hofstra alumni.
After participating in the NYC Alumni Chapter Holiday Party, the celebration continued at a nearby hotel. Our April 22 awards dinner saw more than 100 alumni, family, students and friends dance the night away at the Hofstra University Club. The evening was truly a blessed one as our keynote speaker, Robert J. Corti, chairman of Avon Products Foundation, and our alumni award recipient, Professor Tabari Bomani '87, provided very thought-provoking and encouraging comments.
As we look ahead, we thank those who have committed their time and financial support to BHAA. We want to continue our progress. However, we can only continue to make positive strides with your help and involvement. Please contact us to ascertain how you can become involved. Please start with Homecoming 2007. Look for the BHAA tent.
Booster Alumni
Booster Alumni friends and family turned out to enjoy our biggest event of the year, the annual Miniature Golf Tournament, held July 23 at Village Green Miniature Golf in Lake Ronkonkoma. Participants enjoyed a morning of golf, raffles, "mini"-refreshments, hole-in-one contests and prizes. Several hole-in-one winners won new cars (miniature, of course!). We would like to thank our hole sponsors and those who donated raffle prizes to make our event a success. A portion of the proceeds raised helped to support our Endowed Spirit Support Scholarship.
As football season approaches, we remind you to renew your membership or consider becoming a member of the Hofstra Booster Alumni. If you would like to become a Booster Alumni member, call Valerie Anderson-Byrne '89, membership chairperson, at (631) 587-3840. Our membership fee is still only $15 for an individual and $25 for family membership. New members are always welcome!
*Crown and Lance Alumni
President - Jim Cusack '90
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More than 65 members and friends supported our Fifth Annual Scholarship Golf Outing, held June 19 at the Timber Point Golf Course and Country Club. Proceeds benefited the Crown and Lance Alumni Support Program (CLASP). Through CLASP, our fund-raising efforts have been expanded and now have a direct impact on academic, athletic and social initiatives. We remain one of Hofstra's most active and successful alumni affinity programs. If you are one of the more than 600 Crown & Lance alumni out there, and have not yet joined us in our efforts, please contact Jim for more information.
*Dance Alumni Association
President - Dina Denis '02
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Representative - Jessica Powers '01
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We celebrated our second annual alumni reception on April 8, 2006. Members of the Dance Alumni Association gathered for refreshments and conversation between the Saturday matinee and evening performances of the Spring Faculty Dance Concert.
This year we are supporting several University endeavors, including Homecoming on October 7 and the annual Fall Faculty Dance Concert, November 16 to19. In 2007 we are hosting our third annual Dance Alumni Reception on Saturday, April 21, in conjunction with the Spring Faculty Dance Concert, to be held April 19 to 22, 2007.
The Dance Alumni Association is now beginning a campaign to raise scholarship funds for current dance majors. For more information on this effort, or to join the Dance Alumni Association, please contact Dina Denis, Jessica Powers or the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
*Delta Chi Delta Alumnae
President - Madelyn Leibowitz '64
We look forward to the Ninth Annual Day at the Races event, to be held September 24, 2006, at Belmont Park. Proceeds raised will benefit the Ira Leibowitz Endowed Scholarship at Hofstra.
For more information about the event or to become a member of the DXD Alumnae Association, call the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
*Gray Wig Alumni Repertory Theater
President - Christopher Crosby '97
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CAPTION: The Gray Wig cast of Rodgers and Hammerstein in Concert. The group played to nearly sold-out crowds the weekend of March 24, 25 and 26 at the John Cranford Adams Playhouse.
*Hofstra George M. Estabrook Alumni Association, Inc.
President - Kenneth Bagatelle '64
(516) 546-3967
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Chair - Michael Sansevero, Jr. '74
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Our Annual Meeting was held July 6, and new officers for 2006-2007 were selected. Re-elected were Chairman Michael Sansevero, Jr. '74, President Kenneth Bagatelle '64, President-Elect Robert Harrison '75, Executive Vice President Regis Doucette '75, '77, Vice Presidents Arleen Leeds '69, '83 and Harrison Hunt '74, Treasurer Danielle Defalco '04 and Secretary Diana Eksler '04. All alumni are invited to become members or help with our events!
Preparations are underway for two exciting events. The alumni 5K Race is scheduled for October 29 at Eisenhower Park, with a 9:30 a.m. start. Trophies, raffle prizes and refreshments will be available.
Recipients of the 46th Annual George M. Estabrook Distinguished Service Awards are: Hubert M. Bianco '78, Stephen M. Bongiovi '77, Edward Dennehy '68, John Discepolo '94, Murray G. Goldberg '81, Marilyn Price '77, Patricia Zaback '62 and Ken Singleton. The awards will be presented at our annual black-tie investiture dinner on Saturday, December 2, at the Long Island Marriott. For more information, call Kenneth Bagatelle or the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
Hofstra Radio Alumni Association
*Hofstra Pride Club
President - Joseph M. Margiotta '50
Director - Mark Cox '92, '01
(516) 463-6144
Director - Mark Cox '92, '01
(516) 463-6144
The Pride Club has had a record-breaking year with 1,732 members, raising more than $672,000 in membership contributions. The Pride Club will hold its 18th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, October 23, 2006, at the Tam O'Shanter Club in Brookville, NY. For more information, call Mark Cox at (516) 463-6144.
Manchester House Alumni
The 2006 Manchester House Alumni Reunion enjoyed the best turnout to date. The event is held annually in March in Manhattan. We hosted a summer picnic and are currently planning a gathering for Homecoming on October 7. If you are interested in participating in our events, send an e-mail to Manchester.House@gmail.com.
Political Science Alumni
On April 26 members of the Political Science Alumni attended the Pi Sigma Alpha induction ceremony and presented Ashley Pichone with the Founder's Achievement Award. Earlier this year, we awarded two students, Olin Grant Parker '06 and Kathleen Hunker '06, with the 2005-2006 Political Science Alumni Scholarship. Thanks to all the Political Science Alumni who contributed to the scholarship fund.
We are planning a fall internship session with the Political Science Department. If you are interested in participating, please contact Simone.
*Q-8 Alumni Association
Our first major fund-raising event, the PR Q-8 Invitational Trick Drill Meet, is scheduled for October 15 at Eisenhower Park. Q-8 Alumni and active members are hosting the event, which is anticipated to draw dozens of drill teams from both ROTC and JROTC units on Long Island and the surrounding tri-state area. Our goal is to raise funds for scholarships and the new insurance requirements for the PR fraternity. We are pleased to announce that we have awarded $3,000 in scholarships to six active members of the Pershing Rifles.
The Pershing Rifles active brothers on campus have been doing an outstanding job of strengthening the fraternity as a whole. The actives and alumni joined together to attend the PR National Convention in Washington, D.C., participating in a wreath-laying ceremony and a service at General Pershing's grave at Arlington National Cemetery. Several local alumni joined the group, including AJ Paluska '68, John Gonzales and Vince Scatamacchia '71. The brothers also met with General (Ret.) Colin Powell, an alumnus of A-8, at the National Alumni Dinner.
We have been presented with a flag from LTC Joseph Tombrello '66, which was flown over the U.S. Embassy during his active duty assignment in Iraq.
Q-8 alumni interested in contributing to our scholarship fund, participating in the "Adopt a Rifle" program or becoming dues-paying members, may do so by visiting our Web site, www.prq8alumni.com, which lists current activities, picture galleries and an alumni directory.
School of Communication Alumni
Approximately 80 School of Communication alumni - the "old guard" along with the more recent audio, video and film grads who gather under the moniker "Dempster Rats" - had a great time at Bogart's in New York City this past spring. Donated raffle prizes helped raise funds for the School of Communication Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship. More events to come! For more information, e-mail Assistant Dean Susan Murphy at comsmm@Hofstra.edu.
School of Education and Allied Human Services Alumni
President - Dr. Jacqueline Borruso '84, '90
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Our annual Spring Brunch and Alumni Arts Exhibit was held Saturday, May 13. In addition to sharing a delicious breakfast, several members exhibited individual artwork, which included watercolors, photographs, dolls, origami, furniture decorating and staining, hand puppets and poetry.
Our annual fall wine and cheese reception and meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 24.
We extend our best wishes to a founding member of our association, Senior Assistant Dean Jane Goldman, on her retirement.
You are encouraged to join the School of Education and Allied Human Services Alumni Association and attend meetings, which are fun as well as ideal for networking and learning. For more information, contact Jackie Borruso '84, '90 or Gwendolyn Wade, assistant director of alumni relations at (516) 463-6636.
School of Law Alumni
*Sigma Pi Alumni
So far 2006 proves to be another great year for the Sigma Pi Alumni Association. Founders Day was the best it has ever been with record-breaking attendance. The Seventh Annual Golf Outing at the Timber Point Golf Course was again a tremendous success, and we sincerely thank all golfers and sponsors for their participation and generosity.
Homecoming is just around the corner on October 7 and SPAA will be there. Look for our tailgating tent in the parking lot near Shuart Stadium where there will be plenty of food and good times. Homecoming is a great day for alumni and future alumni, so bring the whole family.
Our 20th anniversary event is being planned for spring 2007. Keep an eye on your mailbox for invitations. You will not want to miss this event, as brothers from every year are coming. Don't worry if you haven't been to an event since you graduated, because you are the guy we want to see the most. This is the ultimate fraternity reunion! To get involved with planning and sponsorship, call Jeff Minihane.
Upsilon Gamma Alpha/Tau Kappa Epsilon Alumni
Homecoming is Saturday, October 7. Start making plans to attend!
Veterans Alumni Chapter
President - E. David Woycik, Jr., Esq. '77, '80
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Congratulations to the 2006 Veterans Alumni Chapter Raffle winners: Grand Prize - Don Catelino; First Prize - Mary Irene Tsaousis; Second Prize - Crown and Lance Alumni Association; Third Prize - Joseph Chirico '87; Fourth Prize - Robert Lamar; Fifth Prize - Chuck Churchill; Sixth Prize - Harvey Moder '66; and Seventh Prize - Walter Engels.
The event raised more than $10,000 for the Veterans Alumni Chapter Endowed Scholarship. Thanks to all who purchased tickets in support of this year's event.
Our annual Veterans Day Salute will be held in the fall. More information will be sent in the mail.
The Veterans Alumni Chapter Officers are: President E. David Woycik, Jr., Esq. '77, '80, Vice President Chuck Churchill, Treasurer Bob Lamar and Secretary William Green '67.
To make a contribution to the Veterans Alumni Chapter Endowed Scholarship or to become a member, contact the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
Zarb School of Business Alumni
CHAPTERS IN FORMATION
LGBT Alumni Association
Contact - Larry Russell
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The creation of an LGBT scholarship and a Queer Studies Program at Hofstra signals a new era for the Long Island gay community. The LGBT faculty would like to invite all LGBT alumni to join with us to celebrate these advances and perhaps to launch an LGBT alumni association that could promote these and similar undertakings.
Those interested should e-mail Larry Russell.
ALUMNI ORGANIZATION
Alumni Book Club
On June 4, the Alumni Book Club gathered to discuss White Oleander by Janet Fitch, and they met again on September 10, to discuss Eleanor Roosevelt, Vol. 1 by Blanche Wiessen Cook.
If you are interested in joining the Alumni Book Club, call the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
GOLD (Graduates Of the Last Decade)
Contact - Vincent Lopes '01
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The GOLD 2006 Happy Hour at Mirage Night Club was a success. Many came out to mix and mingle with fellow alumni. Three lucky winners took home an iPOD, $200 Martha Clara Vineyards gift certificate, or a bag full of Hofstra paraphernalia.
If you would like to participate in the planning of future events or would like more information, please contact Shola Akintobi at (516) 463-6636 or Adeshola.O.Akintobi@hofstra.edu.
REGIONAL ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Sharing Pride Nationwide
Nassau County, NY
Suffolk County, NY
New York City
Northern New Jersey
Connecticut
Boston
Washington, D.C.
South Florida
West Coast Florida
Los Angeles
Philadelphia
San Diego
San Francisco
Suffolk County, NY
New York City
Northern New Jersey
Connecticut
Boston
Washington, D.C.
South Florida
West Coast Florida
Los Angeles
Philadelphia
San Diego
San Francisco
To learn more about regional chapter events and how you can get involved, contact your local alumni chapter chair or visit www.hofstra.edu/Alumni.
Nassau County Alumni Chapter
Chair - Michael Devlin '89
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On May 18 the Nassau County Alumni Chapter hosted a reception at the Hofstra University Club followed by a showing at the Annual Student Film Festival held in the Student Center Theater. The student films represented the best works from classes in the film area of the Audio Video Film Department during the past year. Awards were given for Best in Show, Cinematography, Editing, Directing and Script.
*Suffolk County Alumni Chapter
Chair - Michelle Gordon-Robey '93
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The Suffolk County Chapter hosted a tour of the Cradle of Aviation Museum on April 29. Participants enjoyed the interactive exhibits and an IMAX Theater viewing of Actual Lunar Command Module.
On July 8, 2006 alumni, family and friends attended the Long Island Ducks baseball game at Citibank Park in Central Islip, NY.
New York City Alumni Chapter
Co-Chair - Michael Ayers '93
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Co-Chair - David Sarnoff '90
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The New York City Chapter will host the annual New York City Alumni Holiday Reception on Wednesday, December 6, at Club 101 in Manhattan. All alumni are welcome. For information call the Alumni Relations Office at (516) 463-6636.
Alumni who live and/or work in New York City are encouraged to join the chapter committee. If you are interested, e-mail David Sarnoff.
Northern New Jersey Alumni Chapter
Chair - Dino Catozzo '92
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Connecticut Alumni Chapter
Chair - Ken Brown '79
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Boston Alumni Chapter
Chair - Doug Fox '93
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Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapter
Chair - Ed Carp '88
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South Florida Alumni Chapter
Chair - Herb Scolnik '54
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West Coast Florida Alumni Chapter
Los Angeles Alumni Chapter
Chair - Brian Rabinovitz '93
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*Philadelphia Alumni Chapter
Chair - Jeremy Gussick '98
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A reception hosted by the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter was held at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel on April 11.
San Diego Alumni Chapter
Chair -Amy Spintman '85
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*San Francisco Alumni Chapter
Chair - Jeanine Narita '89
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