From the Office of Matt Gwin, AVP Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement
As we continue to navigate these uncertain times, the Stevens Alumni Association Board of Directors along with our team remain focused on ensuring that Association business continues and new initiatives are launched. The Directors have two upcoming virtual meetings (May 21 and June 13) to discuss how to continue to engage the Stevens alumni community and advance the Association's mission in new ways. Stay tuned for the outcomes of these meetings.
In this issue of Castle Point News, we are proud to feature Annesa Lau ’03 M.Eng. ’05 MBA ’09 in our Alumni Spotlight. Annesa is the Deputy Director of Operations Services at Port Authority NY NJ, leading the operational support efforts for the agency’s 8,000 employees in response to COVID-19. In true Stevens fashion, Lau brings expertise as well as compassion and humanity to her role.
This month, we celebrate and honor the Class of 2020. Please join us in welcoming the Class of 2020 to the Stevens Alumni Association! We look forward to working with the newly elected Class of 2020 officers and engaging our newest members. In the meantime, visit our 20 for ’20 site and leave a congratulatory message to the #StevensClassof2020.
Thank you to all who have made a gift to support the Stevens Rises Relief Fund. To date, over $53,000 has been raised. It is truly inspiring to see the generosity of our alumni in supporting our students at this time of great need. As we approach the end of our fiscal year, please consider making your annual gift to Stevens. Now more than ever, alumni support has a significant impact on the lives and education of our students as well as the future of the university.
Lastly, please join me in extending a warm welcome to Laura Rose, Vice President for Development and Alumni Engagement. We look forward to sharing a spotlight feature on Laura in an upcoming issue.
With Memorial Day upon us, we remember and honor our fallen heroes who courageously sacrificed their lives for our country.
Until next month, stay safe and strong, Ducks.
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When you love your job, it’s natural to want to celebrate milestones like anniversaries. After 12 years with Port Authority NY NJ, Annesa Lau ’03 M.Eng. ’05 MBA ’09 found herself celebrating her first anniversary as the Deputy Director of Operations Services for the agency’s Operations Services Department (OSD), amidst the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Congratulations to the Stevens Class of 2020!
While the originally planned Commencement date of May 20 is postponed to the fall, the Stevens community recognized the day by celebrating the incredible accomplishments, resilience and future success of the Class of 2020 and expressed their heartfelt congratulations.
Join in the virtual Commencement celebration:
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With a perfect GPA of 4.0, Devin Dragon, Devon Leslie, Christopher Liu, Victoria Stabile and Kristen Tan have attained the highest academic achievements of this year’s graduates and are first in the Stevens Institute of Technology Class of 2020.
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The results of the Stevens Alumni Association Class of 2020 Officers election were announced, with Luke Langner to serve as President, Ryan Tom as Vice President, Jacob Schozer as Fund Captain, and Alexander Murtagh as Secretary.
Head to our Facebook and Instagram to hear from each of these new officers explain their excitement about taking on these class leadership roles in the SAA.
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Stevens Athletic Hall of Fame – Call for Nominations
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Do you know an exemplary Stevens alumni-athlete, coach, or Athletics staff member? Recognize them for their exceptional athletic achievements by nominating them for the Stevens Athletic Hall of Fame!
Induction to the Stevens Athletic Hall of Fame is the highest honor the department bestows to former Ducks, including alumni-athletes, teams, coaches, or Athletics staff members. For the first time in the program’s history, a team will be included as part of the Hall of Fame Class of 2020.
Nominations are being accepted from now until Friday, June 12. This year, an all online nomination process will be followed. Please visit the Stevens Athletic Hall of Fame portal for more information and to make your online nomination.
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The annual Class and Greek Challenge and the revamped Regional Challenge are underway and will continue through June 30.
Be sure to check the Class and Greek standings and the Regional standings for updated participation percentages.
Gifts made to the Stevens Rises Relief Fund, or any other fund at Stevens you feel has the greatest need, qualify as your annual gift and contribute towards your Class, Greek organization, and/or regional participation standings. Make your gift today.
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Regional Alumni Trivia Nights
Alumni around the country are finding ways to connect virtually while adhering to social distancing rules. Wisconsin, Southern California, and Central Florida Alumni Clubs recently hosted virtual Trivia Nights featuring Stevens and local area trivia. The Houston Alumni were the latest to jump on the virtual bandwagon, by coming together for happy hour and trivia on May 20th.
If you are interested in hosting a virtual alumni trivia night or happy hour, email alumni@stevens.edu.
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Join the Office of Development and Alumni Engagement on Thursday May 28 at 6 p.m. for a webinar featuring Karen Sobel Lojeski, Ph.D. ’06, as she presents her award-winning research on Virtual Distance, spanning more than 15 years and 36 industry sectors. Register at the link above.
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