Anne Shannon, Co-Chair
Hometown: Wyckoff, NJ
Major: Political Science
Activities: Dance Club, 2010 Senior Class President
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: As a Marist student I feel strongly about the college, and I want to help support Marist now and after I graduate so that future students can have the same or better opportunities as I have had.
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Stephen Townsend, Co-Chair
Hometown: East Setauket, NY
Major: Criminal Justice and Psychology
Activities: Student Body President, Intramural Volleyball, Softball, Flag Football, NRHH, Member of the Board of Trustees, Campus Ministry, Marist Republicans
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has given me the opportunity to grow not only as a student, but as a member of society. The things that I have been able to take part in here at Marist have been the best experiences of my life and it’s time that I gave back for what I have gotten.
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Victoria Billeter
Hometown: Allendale, NJ
Major: Psychology/Elementary/Special Education; History Minor
Activities: Student Body Vice President, Campus Ministry Teachers of Tomorrow
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has done so much for me and my fellow classmates over the past four years and I would like to give the same wonderful opportunities that I had to Marist students in the future. It is only appropriate that we give back to an institution that has not only been our home for four years, but has truly become a part of each of us. I value my Marist education above all, and I am forever grateful for the experiences and successes that I have had here.
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Riley Eckert
Hometown: Brocton, NY
Major: Communications/Advertising, Psychology Minor
Activities: Kappa Kappa Gamma, Greek Council, Advertising Club, Intramural Volleyball.
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Being a transfer student is not always easy, but when I came to Marist as a mid-year sophomore, I instantly found home. While here, I have been granted opportunities I would have never thought possible. Although the memories I have made here are priceless, I am a part of the Senior Class Gift to give back and show my gratitude and appreciation for everything Marist has done for me.
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Danielle Evangelista
Hometown: Coatesville, PA
Major: Fashion Merchandising; Business minor
Activities: Campus Ministry, Habitat for Humanity
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I have been lucky enough to transfer to Marist College in my sophomore year and have been given great opportunities for the last 3 years. I have made long lasting friendships and amazing memories that will stay with me for the rest of my life. Being a part of the senior class gift is my way to give back to the people who have given so much to me.
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Stephanie Figuccio
Hometown: Smithtown, NY
Major: Fashion Merchandising/Business
Activities: Class of 2010 Treasurer, Intramural Volleyball, Dance Club, Fashion Inc
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has been my home ever since I transferred here as a sophomore. I would love to be apart of the Senior Class Gift because it is the perfect way to give something back to the college that has created so many memories that I will always cherish
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Dawn Marie Jan
Hometown: Belleville, NJ
Major: Public Relations
Activities: Captain of the Marist Volleyball Team, Lambda Pi Eta - Treasurer (Communication Honor Society)
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has provided me the best four years of my life and I would love to support the Senior Class Gift. Through the experiences and opportunities that I have had at Marist I have been able to grow in many ways.
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Samantha Kelly
Hometown: Oceanside, NY
Major: Psychology/Special Education
Activities: President of Marist Cheerleading, Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society, Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society, Dance Club
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: The past three years I have spent at Marist College is one I will never forget. I have come to realize the memories I have made would not be possible without the financial means to run such an amazing institution. I can only hope students who remain here will experience Marist as I have, which is why I have chosen to support the Senior Class Gift.
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Patrick Massaroni
Hometown: White Plains, NY
Major: Sports Communication
Activities: Women’s Basketball Team, Head Manager; Student Booster Club, Vice President; Student Ambassador; Intramural Basketball, Commissioner
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has allowed me to grow not only when it comes to academics but normal everyday activities. I feel it is like a second home to so many, including I and being able to give back to the school is a simple way to say thanks.
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Kelly Nicholson
Hometown: Freeport, New York
Major: Psychology/Special-Elementary Education
Activities: Kappa Delta Pi, Campus Ministry, Teachers of Tomorrow, Psi Chi, Marist Poll
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I plan on supporting the Senior Class Gift because I want to give back to the school that has given me so many opportunities to develop academically and socially as well as to enhance my future. I’m so grateful to have spent the past four unforgettable years here at Marist. I want to ensure that future Marist students have the same chance that I had to build and develop friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
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Alicia O’Donnell
Hometown: Woburn, MA
Major: Advertising
Activities: Advertising Club- Webmaster, Campus Ministry
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I’m thankful for every second that I’ve been able to spend here at Marist over these last four years. Being part of the Senior Class Gift Committee is an opportunity for me to show how much my time here has meant to me, and to do my part in ensuring Marist will continue to grow for those who will be fortunate enough to attend in the future.
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Jacqueline O’Neill
Hometown: Wantagh, NY
Major: Marketing
Activities: Brother in the business fraternity alpha kappa psi, campus ministry
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I am so grateful towards all the things that Marist has provided me. During my four years I have made life-long friends, took advantage of a lot of opportunities, and have been provided with the skills needed in order to be successful. Marist has always instilled the idea of giving back and supporting the community, I feel that as seniors it is time to give back to Marist.
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Loic Mathieu Sessagesimi
Hometown: Blonay, Switzerland
Major: International Business
Activities: Clubs & Team Involvement on Campus: Captain of the Men's Tennis Team, French Tutor, will become the President of the International Chapter
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I have been lucky enough to be recruited to play tennis for Marist. During the past four years Marist gave me so much and made me the happiest I have never been. The experience helped me to grow as an athlete, and as a student, but above all it gave me the opportunity to grow up as a man. I feel that being on the Senior Class Gift Committee is a good way to give a little bit back to Marist.
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Megan Shannon
Hometown: Baldwin, NY
Major: Communications; Business, Minor
Activities: Intramural Basketball, Ski Team, Campus Ministry, Lambda Pi Eta, The Circle, IES Abroad Ambassador, Marist Poll
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I am honored to be part of the Senior Class Gift for a number of reasons. I want to encourage my fellow classmates to give back to the Marist community, and show continued support in years to come. In addition, my father is a Marist alumnus and my brother is a freshman this year. I would like to recognize generational support and help legacies stay connected through special programs and events. The Senior Class Gift is a program that builds upon loyalty, tradition, and pride among future Marist students, current students, and alumni.
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Jane Sheehan
Hometown: Midland Park, NJ
Major: Political Science
Activities: Secretary of the Class of 2010, campus ministry, tour guide
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has given me an amazing four years and I would love to give back to the place that has truly become a home to me.
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Kait Smith
Hometown: East Greenbush, NY
Major: Communications/Journalism, Writing Minor
Activities: Orientation Leader, Resident Assistant, Editor-in-Chief of The Circle, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Intramural Volleyball, NRHH
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: At Marist I’ve been giving the wonderful opportunity to grow academically and personally in ways I never thought possible, all while being surrounded by amazing people and the beautiful Hudson Valley. Marist has grown so much since I first started as a freshman four years ago, and I’m giving in order to ensure that future Marist students have the same opportunities for growth that I have experienced and am now so grateful for.
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Davia Spado
Hometown: Colonie, NY
Major: Psychology; Biology and Mathematics minors
Activities: Psychology Club, Habitat for Humanity
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: I’ve chosen to give back to Marist through the Senior Class Gift because I have been given many opportunities over the past years to grow intellectually, culturally, socially, and most important personally. I am proud to be a future alumna and want to do my part to see that those after me will have similar experiences.
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Johanna Valente
Hometown: Miller Place, NY
Major: Math Education, Minor in Business
Activities: Dance Club, President; Dance Team; KDP(Education Honor Society); NRHH; Student Event Coordinator, Abroad Office
Why I am giving to the Senior Class Gift: Marist has given me the opportunity to grow intellectually, professionally, and socially. I have made memories here that will last a lifetime and would love to be a part of giving back to a place that has given me the best four years of my life.
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