President’s Message: Fall, 2016
The crisp autumn air and leaves beginning to turn to turn color remind us that another Fordham Fall has begun. We celebrate ourDodransbicentennial (175 years) with a year full of special events, exhibits, and programs guaranteed to nourish body and soul.Our University offers so many wonderful ways to stay connected, and our local Chapter would love to keep your connection to all things Fordham alive and well. Sean McCooe, FCRH ’84,
Upcoming Events!
Saturday, Oct. 1: Paterson Habitat for Humanity Indoor HomeBuild7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
FNNJ is taking part in a Paterson Habitat for Humanity indoor home build. We will be assisting with various jobs inside of a home that was recently built from the ground up by volunteers.
By assisting the Paterson Habitat for Humanity, we are providing a valuable service to those in need of shelter. No previous experience is required, but please note that you may be handling a hammer, paintbrush, broom, or shovel. More info after registration.Questions? Contact: William Bressler:
Saturday, Oct. 1: 1pm: Alumni Baseball Game v. VarsityTeam
Houlihan Park,Jack Coffey Field, Rose Hill Campus
Head Baseball Coach Kevin Leighton invites all players and their families tothis reunion game.$20 per person (kids can attend for free) Guests welcome.
Questions & RSVP by Sept 26. Contact:Kevin Leighton .or 718-817-4292
Oct.18: 8pm: Jesuit Refugee Service Concert:Town Hall,NYC
Join Jesuit Refugee Servicesand Lampedusa: Concerts for Refugeesfor an intimate evening of acoustic performances benefiting Jesuit Refugee Service's Global Education Initiativefeaturing an all-star line-up: Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle, Patty Griffin, Buddy Miller and The Milk Carton Kids.The Lampedusa tour helps displaced people heal, learn, and thrive by providing educational opportunities for refugees living in camps and urban settings in 45 countries.
Contact: email Gail Griffith, Director, Global Education Initiative or call Gail at 202-629-5943
Tickets:
Nov.12: 3pm:Ram-Crusader Cup Football vs. Holy Cross, Yankee StadiumFordham football is set to take on Holy Cross at iconic Yankee Stadium.All invited to support the team on its biggest stage yet! Three ticket options available, starting at $39.50.
Information: Mary Alice Limperopulos at 855-RAM-TIXS or
For additional information, please visit:ram-crusadercup.com
In the News & On the Move!
Annual Spring Lake Event was “quintessential Fordham”with camaraderie for all and vocabulary lessons (especiallyDodransbicentennial – 175 years) for some. The August 11thevening at Spring Lake Bath and Tennis Club was an almost sold-out event at 170+ guests.Guest Speaker Mary Higgins Clarke (FCLC ’79 of Saddle River, “a nice Irish-Catholic girl from the Bronx”) delighted all with stories of her life, first book and the importance of scholarship funds as she kicked off the $175m scholarship campaign, to formally kick-off at the Founder’s Dinner in January. Mary did not speak of her new books, As Time Goes By released in April this year, or of The Sleeping Beauty Killer, due this fall. Go buy them!President Father J. McShane, SJ was charming and spoke to this great crowd on the “Irish Riviera.” Father met a young employee of The B&T Club as she was leaving work and found that she was an incoming freshman, class 2020. He immediately invited her and her brother to join us for dinner, which she accepted. We had large families with 4-6 alumni each in attendance. Enjoy the photos!
John J.Pettenati, FCRH’81, left Ridgewood for Connecticut after 20+ years. Miss you, “Preppy John”
Rafael E. Cuellar, FCRH ’94, FNNJ member and active at Fordham, hosted send off for incoming Class of 2020.Rafael and his wife just opened a new ShopRite Wines & Spirits store on Paulison Avenue in Clifton. Stop on in and say “Hello” and “Thanks!”
RIP:Lucy Carlesimo. “I hope all of our dear friends are enjoying this beautiful day...wherever you may be...and sincere thanks for your kind remembrance and expressions of love and support as we Celebrate our Beloved Mother, Lucy...from the bottom of my heart...xoxo”
RIP:Norm Delaney, GSB ’54. We lost another Ram, a son of The Bronx, with great impact in Ridgewood NJ. Leaves wife Jo and many family members
FNNJ Membership!
Time to re-up your FNNJ membership! Our 2016 goalis 200 members – which should be easy, considering there are over 28,000 NJ Alumni! Please complete the attached renewal form and send in your check (donations above the $25 renewal fee are welcomed)!
Please sign up with Forever Fordham and keep connected with your friends and faith
Thank you to renewing members:John E. Murray, ’52; Kathleen Zack, GSB ’84; Michael Graziano, GBA ’90; Deirdre Danaher, FCRH‘77
Fordham New Jersey Chapter Leadership News
We welcome Daniel Garden, GSB ’13, of Caldwell, NJ to the role of Social Media Chairman. We look forward to a greater presence in social media with Dan’s help
New officer needed! Treasurer to maintain the chapter account and prepare occasional reports. Please let Sean know of your interest
Join our LeadershipTeam! Please contact Sean McCooe via email or 201-602-7955
Fordham New Jersey Chapter Leadership Team:
President:Sean McCooe, FCRH ’84,
Cultural Events Chair: Mary Blehl-Walsh, FCRH ’69;
Social Services Chair: William Bressler, GSB’13:
FAST Chair & Student Send-Off Liaison:Dawn-Marie Yardis, FCRH ’78:
Young Alumni Chair:William Bressler, GSB’13:
Treasurer: Open
Database/Communications/Mentor Chair: Brian Albin, GSB ’84;
Social Media Coordinator: Daniel Garden;GSB ’13;
Gene Genise, FCRH ’85,
Randy Pernicone, GSB ’84,
Marymount Rep:Open
Alumni Chaplain:Fr. Daniel Gatti, SJ, JES ’65, GSE ‘ 66
Sapientia et Doctrina: Your wisdom and learning are the key to Fordham's future
Please mail Renewal Checks and Correspondence to:
Fordham NNJ Chapter
PO Box 1506
Ridgewood, NJ 07451