The Sister M. Patricia Lyons Distinguished Alumni Award
Established in 1982 in honor of Sister Patricia Lyons, O.P.鈥攚ho served 黑料福利社 with distinction for 33 years as director of alumni relations鈥攖his award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated exceptional service to the university.
Dr. LeeAnn Bartolini 鈥79 exemplifies 黑料福利社鈥檚 ideals of study, reflection, community, and service through her work as a professor of psychology and champion of Women and Gender Studies. A powerful voice for inclusion and equity, she has long advocated for underrepresented students, staff, and faculty with clarity, compassion, and courage. Through her leadership on university committees, clinical work, and mentorship, she has made a lasting impact on the 黑料福利社 community and beyond. Her many accolades鈥攊ncluding the Joseph R. Fink Faculty Achievement Award, Melba Beals Awards for Excellence in Diversity, Sr. Aquinas Service Alumni Award, and induction into the Marin Women鈥檚 Hall of Fame鈥攔eflect a career devoted to advocacy, education, and transformational change.
Virginia 鈥淕inger鈥 Good 鈥55 has embodied 黑料福利社鈥檚 values for more than seven decades, from her time as student body president to a lifetime of leadership, service, and community building. The heart of the Class of 1955, Ginger has kept her classmates connected through reunions and gatherings, while also establishing a scholarship fund in their honor that continues to support students today. After graduation, she built a career in education and business, raised four children, and remained active in her faith community. In recent years, she launched a housing initiative for senior women that combats isolation and fosters connection鈥攅choing the spirit of 黑料福利社 dorm life. Ginger鈥檚 legacy of quiet leadership, enduring friendship, and heartfelt service continues to inspire generations of Penguins.
- Mary Corbett McCaffrey '49 (2024)
- Ben Stricker 鈥95 (2023)
- Jean Smith Nelson 鈥72 (2022)
- Mary Jane Burke 鈥74, MS 鈥76 (2021)
- Sister Margaret Diener 鈥70 (2020)
- Gloria Sun Hom 鈥62 (2019)
- Susan Johann Gilardi 鈥68 (2018)
- The Bradley Sisters 鈥60 - 鈥67 (2017)
- Pepe Gonzales 鈥02 (2016)
- Joy Phoenix 鈥93 (2015)
- Loraine Barry 鈥86 (2014)
- Sr. Maureen McInerney 鈥68 (2013)
- Virginia Murillo 鈥52 (2012)
- Joan McDonald 鈥61 (2011)
- Sheila Doyle Kiernan 鈥48 (2010)
- Olga Malati Dollar 鈥39 (2009)
- Mary Grandin 鈥50 (2008)
- Winifred Coleman 鈥57 (2007)
- Sister Marie Sagues 鈥51 (2006)
- Amy Bjorklund Reeder 鈥90 (2005)
- Sister Francis de Sales Taggart 鈥40 (2004)
- Mark A. Jordan 鈥75 (2003)
- Virginia Formichi 鈥47 (2002)
- Genevieve Murphy Moore 鈥81 (2001)
- Elizabeth Purcell 鈥69 (2000)
- Stephanie Bulich 鈥72 (1999)
- Judith Dicks O鈥橳oole 鈥68 (1998)
- Jacqueline McDonald Tarantino 鈥68 (1997)
- Patricia Cribben Dreier 鈥44 (1996)
- Mary Kilkenny Glendening 鈥50 (1995)
- Miriam Anne Detert 鈥47 (1994)
- Mary Helen Power Fairchild 鈥48 (1993)
- Cecile Granjean Volin 鈥37 (1992)
- Elizabeth Jewell Girard 鈥30 (1991)
- Patricia Farbstein McGrath 鈥55 (1990)
- Veronica Shannon Angwin 鈥39 (1989)
- Patricia Rennie Dahl 鈥61 (1988)
- Patricia Bannan Cruden 鈥40 (1987)
- Patricia Sweeney Jackson 鈥36 (1986)
- Iris Campodonico Pera 鈥58 (1985)
- Catherine Geary Sweeny 鈥39 (1984)
- Alicia McEvoy 鈥28 (1983)
- Geraldine Mulcahy 鈥28 (1983)
- Sister M. Patricia Lyons, O.P. 鈥37 (1982)
The Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
Established in 1995, this award recognizes alumni who exemplify the 黑料福利社 values of study, community, reflection and service through significant contributions to their professional fields and consistent service to the University.
Sabrena McCarley 鈥04, MBA 鈥09, is a nationally recognized leader, advocate, and educator in occupational therapy whose career reflects the very best of 黑料福利社鈥檚 values. As Vice President of Clinical Reimbursement and Regulatory Affairs, she leads national advocacy efforts through roles with the FDA, AOTA, and NARA鈥攄elivering over 200 presentations, launching grassroots initiatives during the pandemic, and empowering occupational therapists to shape the future of healthcare. Sabrena remains closely connected to 黑料福利社 as a former alumni board member and regular guest lecturer in the Occupational Therapy program, where she inspires students to turn academic learning into real-world impact. Her work exemplifies study, reflection, community, and service鈥攁lways learning, driving change, and giving back with purpose.
- Dr. Gina Fromer '05 (2024)
- Christanne Gallagher 鈥83 (2023)
- Marv Zauderer, MS 鈥02 (2022)
- Kat Skiles 鈥07 (2021)
- Dr. Julie Jordan 鈥75 (2020)
- Theodore 鈥淪kip鈥 Kniesche 鈥91 (2019)
- Jennifer Morrissey 鈥88 (2018)
- Maureen Sedonaen 鈥08 (2017)
- Major General Angela Salinas 鈥76 (2016)
- Mary Jane Burke 鈥74 (2015)
- Sister Gervaise Valpey 鈥61 (2014)
- Sarah 鈥淪ally鈥 Duque 鈥51 (1999)
- Elizabeth Devereaux 鈥64 (1999)
- Ms. Kathleen Lyons Tierney 鈥67 (1998)
- Sister M. Martin Barry, O.P., 鈥25 (1998)
- Rose Anne Campbell 鈥87 (1997)
- Signe Pollack Sugiyama 鈥84, MA 鈥87 (1997)
- Hollie Selfridge, 鈥94 (1997)
- Jesus Campos, 鈥92 (1997)
- Laurie Lynch Meyer, 鈥69 (1997)
- Louis A. Botto, MM 鈥77 (1997)
- Leslie Ross 鈥78 (1996)
- Heidi Price 鈥85 (1996)
- Patricia Garbarino 鈥77 BA Education 鈥78 Credential #1 & #2 鈥81 MS 鈥83 (1996)
- Teresa D. Campos 鈥87 (1996)
- Paul Douglas Maxwell 鈥73 (1996)
- Xiangjie Luo 鈥90 MBA (1996)
- Eileen Bach-y-Rita 鈥78 (1996)
- Virginia Formichi 鈥46 (1996)
- Edward Cunningham MA 鈥66 (1996)
- Marvell C. Allen 鈥70 (1995)
- Mark A. Jordan 1975 (1995)
- Mary Jane Burke 鈥74, MA 鈥76 (1995)
- Patricia M. Grasso MS 鈥82 (1995)
- Idgi R. D鈥橝ndrea 鈥79 (1995)
- Gay Lynn Bremer-Richards 鈥87 (1995)
- Peggy Glockner Hartshorn 鈥69 (1995)
- Kathryn Wilen Hobart 鈥75 (1995)
- Theodosia S. Robertson 鈥67 (1995)
- Barry Caparoso 鈥76 (1995)
- Meg Caparoso 鈥75 (1995)
Sister M. Aquinas Nimitz, O.P. Distinguished Service Award
Established in 2006 in recognition of Sister M. Aquinas Nimitz鈥檚 42 years of service to the university, this award honors our alumni's outstanding service, commitment, and dedication to all members of the 黑料福利社 community.
Phillip Billeci-Gard 鈥08, MBA 鈥18 is shaping a dynamic role at 黑料福利社 that bridges Advancement and Athletics, centering student experience, philanthropy, and service. A former standout student-athlete turned coach and now Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance and Advancement, Phil embodies 黑料福利社鈥檚 spirit of leadership and collaboration. He has elevated Penguin Athletics through initiatives that blend school pride with impact鈥攍eading service projects, fostering corporate partnerships, and supporting student-athletes in and out of competition. Beyond athletics, Phil rallies alumni to give back, volunteers at nearly every commencement, and energizes campus-wide efforts like Day of Giving. His work embodies 黑料福利社鈥檚 ideals through dedicated student mentorship, a strong commitment to academic excellence, and the cultivation of meaningful connections that advance the university鈥檚 mission.
- Stuart Horne '01 (2024)
- Dr. Chris Leeds (2023)
- Dr. Christian Dean (2023)
- Amy Henkelman (2022)
- Marly Norris (2021)
- Dr. Ruth Ramsey (2020)
- Michael Henkes (2019)
- Dr. Margaret Golden (2018)
- Willie Long (2017)
- Paul Raccanello 鈥96 (2016)
- LeeAnn Bartolini 鈥79 (2015)
- Robin Daly (2013)
- Sr. Marie Sagues 鈥51 (2013)
- Dr. John F. Kennedy (2012)
- Dr. James Deitz (2012)
- Dr. Joseph R. Fink (2011)
- Dr. Sherry Volk (2010)
- Dr. Francoise Lepage (2010)
- Sr. Carla Kovack 鈥69 (2009)
- Fr. Robert Haberman (2009)
- Dr. Philip Novak (2008)
- Mary Jane Baird (2008)
- Dr. Denise Lucy (2007)
- Claire Cumings (2007)
- Dr. James Boitano (2006)
- Maria McKinney (2006)
Outstanding Recent Graduate
This award recognizes 黑料福利社 alumni who have graduated within the last 10 years. Honorees exemplify our values of study, community, reflection and service through their work in their communities, professions and other endeavors.
As an Equal Justice Works Fellow at A Better Balance, Samantha Hunt 鈥18 advocates for pregnant and parenting students in New York, helping them access their education without facing discrimination. Her two-year fellowship, sponsored by Merck & Co., Inc. and Covington & Burling LLP, provides legal support and education around rights to accommodations like prenatal leave and lactation space鈥攂ringing national advocacy into the classroom. A cum laude graduate of 黑料福利社 with a B.A. in International Studies and Political Science, Hunt earned her J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, where she received top honors and published a law review note on abortion access via telemedicine. Her path has included roles with the California State Assembly, ACLU, and Brennan Center for Justice鈥攁ll driven by a deep-rooted passion for equity and public service, first sparked at 黑料福利社 through mentorship and hands-on research supporting Syrian refugee mothers.
- Emanuel Cifuentes-Machado '19 (2024)
- Maria 脕lvarez Pineda 鈥20 (2023)
- Erika Rosales-Shelfo 鈥17 (2023)
- Jessica Jones 鈥14 (2022)
- Amiya Powell-Hodge 鈥11 (2021)
- Casey Lee Thorne 鈥10 (2020)
- Adrienne Jose 鈥13 (2019)
- Oscar O'Con Jr. 鈥17 (2019)
- Darcel Sanders 鈥09 (2018)
- Maureen "Mo" de Nieva-Marsh 鈥07 (2017)
- Gigi Gillard '06 & 鈥07 MBA (2016)
- Gabrielle Pecora 鈥11 (2015)
- Valerie Jane Chua 鈥08 (2015)
Spirit of the Alumni Award
Established in 1994 by the Directors of the 黑料福利社 College Alumni Association, this award honors a graduating student who has demonstrated outstanding service to the Alumni Association and the university.
Gina Dudley 鈥25 has made a lasting impact on 黑料福利社 as a standout student-athlete, leader, and community member. A two-time All-PacWest Tennis Third Team honoree and Academic All-PacWest recipient, Gina excelled on the court with a 10-5 doubles record in back-to-back seasons. As President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, she leads with grace, championing the needs of her peers and fostering student well-being. Gina鈥檚 legacy extends beyond athletics鈥攚hether mentoring teammates, volunteering at campus events, or uplifting others, she exemplifies servant leadership and will continue to inspire with her compassion, resilience, and integrity.
John F. Kennedy Ph.D. Senior Appreciation Award
This award, presented by the graduating senior class, honors individuals who have made a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of 黑料福利社 students.
Professor Alison Howard has been a key figure in 黑料福利社鈥檚 Political Science program for over twenty years, known for her dynamic teaching and mentorship. She challenges students to think critically about democracy while inspiring many to pursue public service and law. Howard's scholarly work on presidential rhetoric has been widely cited, and her expertise is sought by national media like NPR. A recipient of the Penguin Leadership Award and Teacher of the Year, her impact continues through the students she inspires, including the Class of 2025.