From the South Street Seaport in Manhattan to the East End of Long Island, St. Joseph’s University, New York (SJNY) hosted an array of alumni events this month. From August 2-9, SJNY alumni spanning decades from both the Long Island and Brooklyn campuses had the opportunity to reconnect and network while enjoying the food, art, culture and activities that New York City and Long Island have to offer.
SJNY Baseball Night at Long Island Ducks
On Saturday, Aug. 2, SJNY alumni and their families cheered on the Long Island Ducks, a local minor league baseball team, as they faced off against the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars. Discounted tickets to the game at Fairfield Properties Ballpark included reserved seating and “Duck Bills” for use at the concession stand and souvenir shop. It being a night of team spirit, St. Joseph’s attendees wore their SJNY gear. As a special treat, the SJNY Sharps, the Long Island campus a capella group, performed during the seventh inning stretch.
The SJNY Sharps a cappella group performed during the seventh inning stretch.
Alumni Meet in Breezy Point
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, alumni gathered at the Rockaway Hotel in Breezy Point, Queens. Hosted by the Brooklyn Alumni Board, the evening offered networking opportunities, a gorgeous view of the ocean and New York City and a delicious selection of food and refreshments. SJNY President Donald R. Boomgaarden, Ph.D., was in attendance to address alumni and honor the late S. Mary Florence ’46, CSJ, Ph.D., former English professor, academic dean and vice president of academic affairs for the University, with a heartfelt toast.
President Boomgaarden honored the late S. Mary Florence Burns ’46 with a toast.
A Casual Evening of Connection with a View
Just miles from SJNY’s Patchogue campus, alumni met for cocktails and appetizers at The View in Oakdale, NY. The event, held on Wednesday, Aug. 6, was also attended by President Boomgaarden, as well as Roger A. Delisle, Jr. ’94, MBA, who will be honored with the President’s Esse Non Videri award during this year’s annual SJNY gala in October. Delisle is a managing director and commercial broker for Island Associates Real Estate, Inc. Guests at the waterfront restaurant ranged from recent grads to those who graduated in the mid 1990s, many of whom work in the accounting and finance industry, including several alumni from Sheehan & Company. During the event, a group of alumni from the class of 2000 toasted their 25th anniversary.
SJNY alumnus Roger A. Delisle, Jr. ’94, MBA (right) will be honored at this year’s annual gala.
Young Alumni Attend Seaport Happy Hour
On Thursday, Aug. 7, alumni of the past 10 years were invited to happy hour at the South Street Seaport in Manhattan. As the sun set over The Big Apple, alumni from New York City, Long Island and beyond attended the event, which raised money for the SJNY Student Emergency Fund. Attendees included former SGA Vice President Sashoy Milton ’20. Currently an associate health scientist, she is set to be honored with the Rising Star award at this year’s gala.
SJNY young alumni met at the South Street Seaport for happy hour.
Long Island Alumni Board Hosts Ice Cream Social
Closing out the week of events was an ice cream social hosted by the SJNY Long Island Alumni Board on Aug. 9. It was a night of family fun as alumni brought their children to Mickey’s Ice Cream Kitchen in St. James, NY. The children enjoyed entertainment, games, face painting and, of course, ice cream.
Upcoming Events in Brooklyn and Long Island
There are more alumni-centered events to look forward to in the fall. On Saturday, Sept. 13, SJNY will host a Child Study and Adolescence Education Alumni Reunion on the Brooklyn Campus. Alumni and children are welcome to enjoy family-friendly activities as they catch up with classmates and faculty and relive the excitement of starting the fall semester. On the Long Island Campus, SJNY will host its annual Golden Eagle Spirit Fest on Saturday, Sept. 27. The all-day event will kick off with a women’s volleyball game in the Danzi Athletic Center Gymnasium and move to the outdoor field complex for an alumnae softball game, men’s and women’s alumni soccer games, an alumni baseball game and the Blue and Gold tailgate barbecue, which will offer food and refreshments.
