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12 Alumnae Today Marian Hosted Third Professional Network Event for Alumnae Marian’s Alumnae Relations Program hosted its third Professional Network Event for local alumnae on April 29, at Corkscrew Wine and Cheese in Rockbrook Village. The event’s focus was mentoring. According to the fall 2008 McKinsey Quarterly, people with strong mentors enjoy more promotions, higher pay and greater career satisfaction. They feel a sense of belonging, which makes their lives meaningful. Alumna Geri Hewitt Michelic ’74 spoke at the event about her mentoring experiences both as a mentor and as a woman being mentored. Geri is currently marketing director at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Geri is also a co-creator of the successful ICAN (Institute for Career Advancement Needs) Defining Leadership Program and continues to serve on the program faculty. She has been a facilitator for Legacy Lunch other ICAN programs, including the Women’s Mentoring Circles. The Alumnae Relations Program is dedicated to continuing relations with the more than 7,000 alumnae who are now leaders in their homes, professions and communities in Omaha and around the world. “The Alumnae Professional Network is a natural extension of our program’s mission, which is to have our alums share their gifts with the Marian community,” says Nancy Kettering Casey ’82, co-director of alumnae relations. “Whether they are launching a new business and want to get the word out, making a career change, starting in their professional endeavor or looking for mentoring opportunities, our alums are excellent resources for one another.” Marian began its Alumnae Professional Network in February 2009, and its second event was held in November. More than 150 local alumnae have taken advantage of this opportunity. On April 11, more than 90 alumnae and their grade-school-aged daughter(s), granddaughter(s) and/or niece(s) gathered at Marian for mass and lunch at Marian’s Annual Legacy Lunch. Now in its fifth year, the Legacy Lunch is a special event for alumnae to celebrate their Marian connections of the past and the future. Head of School Susan Russell Toohey ’82 and daughter Hannah, a sophomore at Marian, spoke at the lunch about what it means to share the legacy of Marian as mother and daughter. “The sense of gratitude I had at that moment my daughter chose Marian was overwhelming,” explained Susan. “Knowing the legacy of being a Marian girl would continue within my own family- the legacy of empowering a young woman, of providing opportunities for her to discover who she really is and to have Marian shape her into a confident person – was incredible.” Hannah Toohey explained how Marian has changed her life. “Marian truly has empowered me. I’ve known for quite awhile that I like to be the organizer. Marian has helped me develop that and has instilled a great sense of true leadership in me,” said Hannah. “But this isn’t just a school; it’s another home. This is where I learned, and am still learning, who I am.” Each table of alumnae and their special guests was hosted by a current student, who helped the younger guests make hair bows and draw pictures after lunch. May Crowning Marian held its annual May Crowning ceremony in May, the month of Mary, the mother of God. Marian honors Mary each year with an all-school ceremony, and since the 2005-2006; 50th anniversary school year, some special guests have been an integral part of the event. Second-grade daughters of Marian alumnae who received the Sacrament of the Eucharist are invited to be a part of this annual assembly. Wearing their First Holy Communion dresses, 27 second graders processed with the May Queen and placed a rose at the foot of the statue of Mary, signifying their blossoming faith. This now annual tradition of including daughters of Marian alumnae has more than doubled since its inaugural year. “My daughter and I have been looking forward to this event for some time,” says Kelly Shea Collins, a 1988 Marian graduate and mother of Eva Collins. “It is special for me to show her at such a young age the community of compassion that is Marian.” Amanda Schumacher, member of the Class of 2010, crowned Mary with a wreath of flowers as the 2010 May Queen. Her peers elected her as Queen for her courage to stand up for what is right, even when it may be unpopular to do so; her work to achieve social justice; the compassionate presence she exudes to those she encounters; her faithfulness as a friend; and for inspiring her peers to follow the example of Jesus. May Queen, Amanda Schumacher ‘10
In a speech addressing the student body, Amanda reflected on what Mary has meant to her: Mary is one of my heroes. A hero has the strength of character to stand by her beliefs. Mary answered “Yes” to God’s call for her life, even though she had to do so by embarking on a difficult journey. A hero has courage. She is willing to face the challenges in life eagerly and with determination. Mary faced her fears with faith and hope, she stayed strong. A hero makes sacrifices. She doesn’t complain when the going gets rough; her true colors shine through as she sacrifices for others. Mary gave up her life for God. To this day, we admire and honor her for her dedication to her faith. A hero is selfless. She cares about the needs of others before her own. Mary lived her life for others, for us, with total devotion and service. Like Mary, we are called to do the will of God and be heroes. Being a hero does not require superpowers. It requires that we say yes, and use the powers and gifts God gave us for others. After the event, alumnae and their daughters convened in Marian’s Library for refreshments, followed by a tour of the school. The May Crowning ceremony signifies how the Marian community crowns Mary by living her example daily. Marian hopes that each We’re here; we’re there; we’ve landed in Minneapolis, Denver and Houston student finds her personal relationship with Mary, a relationship that will help her serve, be true to who she is and accept God’s plan for her. If you are an alumna and your daughter is making her First Holy Communion in 2011, please contact the Alumnae Office. Thanks to the alumnae who attended this year’s event with their daughter(s). Mary Mueller Brennan ’89 – Natalie Kelly Shea Collins ‘88 – Eva Toni McCarthy Compton ’86 – Annie Jennifer Flynn Copenhaver ‘93 – Caitlin Susan Dalton Elkins ’86 – Abby Jane Kineen-Fenner ’87 – Kathryn Gretchen Woeste Gall ‘90 – Kaitlyn Lori Wirges Hamilton ’90 – Emori Miki Dolan Kramper ‘93 – Clare Sharon Fabian Leddy ’83 – Madeline Lisa Tosoni Manning ’92 – Catherine and Lauren Jenny Hamele Meis ‘89 – Ella Julie Sullivan Mowat ‘85 – Marin Amy Farha Neary ’91 – Clara Susie Kenney Nelson ‘87 – Ansley and Grace Julie Jaworski Nelson ’90 – Ellise Patricia MacBride Olsen ‘86 – Grace Shari Andersen Reynolds ’83 – Abby Jeanne Thomas Roubidoux ’79 – Patrice Tracy Malesa Schimonitz ’88 – Libby Jan Thomsen Silvain ’88 – Rilee Amy Keplinger Stanek ’89 – Gillian Holly Schaefer Sullivan ‘88 – Mena Sheila Lynch Sully ‘87 – Colleen Christina Coates Yerkes ’89 – Anna Marian alums are everywhere and the Marian’ Alumnae Program hosts out-of-town events each year to catch up with alumna who have spread their wings and settled in other places. Check out these photos from out most recent gatherings. Next stop: St. Louis Denver: Back row, left to right: Bridget Klosterman ’99, Mary McCaslin Thompson ’82, Chrysanthi Mishek Stockwell ’02, Cheryl Goodrich Goplen ’73, Hannah Hoes ’02, Lynne Andress Powers ’82 and Michele Gagne Foster ’70; middle row: Angie Aliano ’93, Tina Long Flowers ’90, Nellie Hautzinger Bauer ’83, Cathe Tarsney Brandt ’84, Susan Toohey ’82, Patty Mathews ‘81, Linda Correa Bates ’85 and Maureen Keller Vischer ’89: and on the floor: Mikki Denney Wright ’92 (host of event) and Co-Director of Alumnae Relations Nancy Kettering Casey ‘82 Minneapolis: Top row: Mary Kurtz Holmes ’86, Delynn Sempek Ellis ’82, Diane Petersen Mitchell ’82, Stephanie McCann Orlandini ’95, Kari Henningsen Abarca ’95, Kathy Nielsen Lubinski ’95, Theresa Sheeren Pike ’85, Mary Cunningham Hoff ’87, Colleen Campbell Snyder ’86; middle row – Co-Director of Alumnae Relations Jamie Hatz Robinette ’94, Kate Eckel ’82, Mary Cleary Gautier ’70, Julie DePetro Callaway ’70, Nancy Clarke ’69, Mary Ann Kill ’82; first row – Stephanie Adler Pleiman ’93, Melanie Roh Ranallo ’93, Julia Adler Wiles ’94 and Julie Bendon ’94 Houston: First row, left to right: Co-Director of Alumnae Relations Jamie Hatz Robinette ’94, Teri Sporcic Kennedy ’92, Becky Heller ’97 and Dee Engelbert ’81; top row: Mary Lou Dreves Smith ’66 Director of Advancement Shannan Neppl Brommer ’81 and Lisa Otten Vote ‘74 Contact the Alumnae Office at alumdirector@omahamarian.org if you are interested in receiving more information about our out of town events. 13
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