SummEr/FAll 2011 - Nazareth College

Jessica Shackelton Maclay ’03 1980–2011
GOLD (Graduate of the Last Decade) Award Winner
TJ Maclay ‘04, ‘05G and Jessica Shackelton Maclay ‘03 with their
daughter Kaiya.
In countless ways, Jessica Shackelton ’03 embodied the
mission of Nazareth College. During her undergraduate
years, Shackelton made an impact on the Nazareth campus
as well as the Rochester community. She was recognized
throughout her collegiate career as an outstanding leader and
team player. After graduating, she continued to serve the
Nazareth community for several years as an Americorp*VISTA
member. In this capacity, she developed two new programs:
Partners for Serving and the Service Floor, which are both
successful today thanks to her dedication and organization.
Shackelton moved to Oregon with her husband TJ Maclay
’04, ’05G, where she focused on serving the needs of the homeless
population through her position at Clatsop Community
Action. She spent the last year of her life initiating a network of
social service agencies to support the local homeless population.
At the time of her death in February 2011, Shackelton was
well known, respected, and beloved in the northwest region
of Oregon for her passionate dedication to serving the homeless. The fruits of her labor and education will continue to serve that
community for years to come, and her commitment to service remains an example to all Nazareth alumni.
For more alumni profiles, visit alumni.naz.edu.
Mary Catherine Driscoll ’66
Outstanding Alumna
The life of Mary Catherine Driscoll ’66 has been one of
exceptional competence and compassion, hallmarks of a
Nazareth liberal arts education. Whether at the College or
in her workplace, community, or church, Driscoll continues
to lead and volunteer her time and expertise.
Driscoll graduated with a double major in English and history.
Afterward, she went to work for the New York State Department
Labor. Her 33-year DOL career culminated in her promotion in 1996
to regional director for the Finger Lakes and Western New York
region, where she eventually oversaw work in 14 counties. Much of
her work was in service to disadvantaged residents in these areas.
While her professional accomplishments are considerable, her
ongoing service to the community is equally impressive. Since
retiring, Driscoll has worked as a campaign assistant for the United
Way of Rochester. She has also worked in coalition with the Empire
Justice Center as a member of C.A.S.H. (Creating Assets, Savings,
and Hope, an organization that helps low-income workers build
stronger financial futures).
As a member of Saint Mary’s Church in Rochester, Driscoll has
served as lector, Eucharistic minister, and volunteer and has served
on the Diocesan
Women’s Commission.
She is also a cherished
daughter, sister, sisterin-law,
and aunt.
Since graduating,
Driscoll has not forgotten
Nazareth College. She
has been a faithful and
tireless alumna, serving
as Alumni Association
President, 1966 class
agent, capital campaign
volunteer, and Reunion
organizer. Her life, accomplishments,
and
good works illustrate
what it means to be an outstanding Nazareth alumna.
For more alumni profiles, visit alumni.naz.edu.
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