Month of Thanks - Marywood University

We asked members of the Marywood community to share their messages of thanks during the month of November. These are their responses.

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Marywood Alumni Give Thanks

I am thankful for all the great memories while attending Marywood, for the friends that I'm still in touch with, and for the impact of 4 teachers on my life... Dr. Kenny & Dr. ...

-Johanna Weaver

As I count the cooling pies on my kitchen counter this night before Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the Marywood home ec nuns who deserve my thanks. Sr. Romaine is on my mind particularly...

-Maryann Clark Maria

I achieved my degree through Marywood later in my life and career. My degree was a missing link in my life and I am forever grateful to Marywood for having that opportunity. Thank...

-Tom Acklen

I am so grateful for the lessons I learned at Marywood -- academic and spiritual. They have been a guiding star. The faculty and staff are in my prayers of thanksgiving.

-Valerie Slembarski

I am thankful for the amazing education I received from Marywood; the incredible athletic, leadership, and spiritual experiences; and, of course, the many lifelong friendships I developed. I am so very thankful for the new, gorgeous chapel, so my husband and I could have a blessed and wonderful wedding on campus!

-- Meredith (Force) Cozzarelli Class of 2004

I am thankful for the education I received from Marywood, for the friendships that are lasting a lifetime, and for the love & excitment of reading I found through Barbara Hoffman...

-Nicole Szeman Walls

I am forever grateful to Dr. Paulette Merchel and Judy Snyder of Marywood Theater. I learned more about being successful in both life and collaborative art in my four years at ...

-Alexis Leon

I am so thankful for the opportunities to do service work at, and through, Marywood. My life has been incredibly enriched by those that I've met through various service organizations...

-Janean Shedd

I am thankful that I was able to be a part of Marywood before it became a university and to witness how great it has become as a university. I am even more ecstatic and proud as...

-Michelle Rogan

I am most thankful for Sister Gabriel Kane, my aunt, who showed me and my sisters the importance and value of a Catholic education. Sr. Gabriel made Marywood our home. I love you...

-Patti Williams-St.Amant

I am forever thankful for all of the Marywood faculty and staff who always pushed me to keep going and doing my best. I am most especially thankful for the Admissions office, ...

-Megan Hannon

I'm grateful for the strong sense of connectedness I still feel for Marywood, 18 years after graduation.

-Dave

Thank you to the English Department for providing me with the tools to write beautifully. Dr. Bittel, Dr. Dymond, Dr. McMillan and Dr. Sadlack, as well as the other English faculty that taught me over my four and a half years, thank you for not giving up on me and for pushing me to be a better writer and student. Thank you Ann Williams and Dr. Lindsey Wotanis for giving me the chance to be a section...

-- Lisa Piccolo Class of 2012

Professors Kathleen Munley and Sister Gail Cabral had a positive impact on my formation as a professional woman with a Christian perspective on the world who makes decisions based...

-Mary Beth Roche Burke

Sister Coleman Nee made such an impact on me, she was always so professional in her dealings with people, and I try to do that to this day. Sister Elsie was another person, she...

-Robin Germinder Melleno

First I would like to thank Marywood University for giving me the opportunity to foster my education since 1994. I would also like to thank the following professors for their unending...

-Jeffrey Kovaleski

Sister Jamesine Fraser, Mrs. Quinta Mahon, and Mrs. Nancy Kelly were the "Holy Trinity" guiding my academic life in college. I will always be grateful for all that I learned from...

-Susan J Nicastro

My message of thanks goes not to one but to all my professors at Marywood--the Sisters Servants if the Immaculate Heart of Mary. During four demanding but happy years, my intellectual, moral and spiritual development was guided and nurtured by them and their influence has remained with my throughout my life. Thanks, dear Sisters.

-- Mary (Mimi) Howley Callinan Class of 1947

Mike Aed made a huge difference for me. He was a fantastic teacher and mentor. He was very supportive to my classmates and I. Chris O'Brien was much the same. As the head of the...

-Lauren Reed (nee Papierowicz)

Dr. Margaret Yarina altered the course of my college life. I entered Marywood College in 1961 intending to become a math teacher. Two concurrent events changed that: first, I didn't...

-Gloria Cardoni Jasieniecki

Maryann Ashton is an inspiration to every student she has worked with. I couldn't have made it through my internship without her great ideas and openness to work with me when a...

-Marty Davey, MS, RD, LDN

Dr Jackson always challenged me to completely think through and analyse situations, not just rely on what I hear or see. With his unique teaching style, I was always kept on my...

-Elizabeth Rossi

Ann Marie Castlegrande has been such an inspiration in my life and in the lives of so many other students. Her enthusiasm about teaching art is so contagious and I'll never forget...

-Michele Kordek

Dr Black Kept things interesting and challenged us all the time. Her dedication to her students is inspiring to all and follows us into practice. Dawn -her research class was outstanding...

-Kathye Hammes

I want to thank Meagan for really helping me out with my last year at MU. It was really stressful but you always found a way 2 help me and I apperciate it a lot. Thanks

-Prophecy Fufilled

Sister Margaret Gannon made a great impact on my time at Marywood, with her careful guidance and words of wisdom. I was challenged to work to the best of my ability all the time and taught to critically analyse the world around me.

-- Elizabeth Rossi Class of 2010

Barb Decker has a way of inspiring individuals to live to their full potential and follow their dreams. She is one of the most accepting individuals I've met. I feel so thankful...

-Jean Gruber

Thanks to Debbie Stanley for her never ending support of the music students! We all appreciated what you have done for us. You were our rock and our mom away from home. Thank you!

-Music Students Everywhere

Sr. Alphonsa in the Music department was the person that made a difference in my life. I dont think that she knew how important she was to me. My first few years of college, I ...

-Theresa Cleaveland

Ms. Jane E. McGowty was my piano instructor (my minor instrument) throughout my undergraduate years at Marywood. She was also Supervisor of Student Teachers for the Department of Music. After marrying in the middle of junior year, my husband and I moved temporarily to Cincinnati. Jane, who once told me, "You have the world in the palm of your hand; you can do anything," flew to Cincinnati to observe...

-- Karen Vaughn-Smith Class of 1974

During my time at Marywood, there were many people who positively impacted my life. When I try to think of the most influential person who pushed, inspired, and helped me reach...

-Kristen Vogt

Thank you, Sister Maria Rose Kelly, IHM, for your wit, your compassion, and your open mindedness. Being in your classes was always a joy, and I learned so much about the subject...

-Christine E Rock

Dr. Douglas Lawrence, chair of the communications department, for making me work harder than I ever imagined, and believing in me when I didin't believe in myself. He made graduate...

-Jeanne Kathleen Aber

Sister Robert Ann Von Ahnen; You made a great difference in my life and inspired me to share my personality with my classes. It made all the difference in the world! What a fabulous...

-Kathryn Tenelly

Dr. Carl Persing has been instrumental to my development and self-concept. In my late teens, I presumed undergraduate degrees only consisted of attending class, completing the mandatory assignments and sometimes studying for exams. Thankfully, after matriculating to Marywood University from my local community college, I had the opportunity to meet with Professor Carl Persing. After Professor Persing...

-- Lilunia Steinman Class of 2007

It's those that look at us and see the potential in us that perhaps is hard for us to see in the midst of the things we are trying to accomplish..............and I can think of...

-Pamela Wollet, LSW

Dr. Lee Harrison gave me incredible responsibility with being the coordinator of the SNAP! Family Weight Management Program. This entry on my resume has gotten me 2 jobs. Although...

-Marty Davey, MS, RD, LDN

Thank you to Dr. Karen Schofield for being there for me through my undergraduate and graduate years and also Sister Anita Maleski, CRNP, and Peg McGoff! You all made a difference...

-Kerri Lynn Curran

Dr. John Lemoncelli was my advisor, teacher, mentor, and eventually friend. He was an amazing person who influenced my dealings with students, parents, and co-workers. No matter...

-Shani (Hestor) Steward

Dr. Phyllis Black, I have been wanting to send you a note. I really appreciated the time I was able to spend with you in Philadelphia at CSWE (APM). You gave me some good tips ...

-Christine Fulmer

I have always wanted to thank two of my professors Chris O'Brien and Mike Aed who had the greatest impact on my education. Both professors ALWAYS took the extra time out of their...

-Becky Wolf

A special thanks to both Dr Paul Magro and Professor Joe Ross. Had it not been for their postive reinforcement, open door policy and helping me cope with the stress's associated...

-David Repchick

Tom Meenaghan- Hands down one of the best teachers and mentors I'll probably ever experience. He was more interested in helping his students learn how to think about complex matters...

-Bob Reilly

After many attempts at writing this, I am at a loss as to how to say thank you to the wonderful women who changed my life forever. I will simply send my deepest gratitude to Sr...

-Penelope Renoll

Jim Golden: He was my teacher, mentor and friend. He gave of his self and asked only that we become good Counselors. His values and ethics inspired all of his students. He now ...

-Steven A Snook

I had a friend and classmate who taught me to understand differences, be accepting, challenge what needs change, be part of the solution and most of all, to enjoy life fully. Her...

-Jacqueline Roberta Fazio

Thank you to Michael Freund, Dawn Brennan and Sr. Joann Trama for the teaching and mentorship you provided in the BSW program. Each of you has shaped my professional and personal...

-Kristine Moreno Paschalis

Thank you, Dr. Gail Jaeger, for instilling in me a differnt way of thinking,a dn the understanding that there is always another way to look at things. Although your HR Management...

-Jeanne Aber

Sister Cor, The reason I came to Marywood back in 94. A choice that has forever changed my life. You have been my angel on earth.

-Chip McElroy

I would like to thank the Office of Constituency Relations and Alumni/Development. I was involved with their office in the capacity as a student leader and was honored with the...

-Stanley J. Kania III

Dr. Brassard- Thanks for helping me see how teaching could really be a learning experience for both teacher and student. I will always remember the many classes we spent discussing...

-Colette Ballew

I would like to thank Trisha Richards. She helped me achieve a 3.9 GPA with my Masters Degree in Communication Arts! I was always a "good" student..B average in high school and...

-Brad Laubach

Thank you, Sister Fran, for inspiring me to be the best teacher I could be. For the past two years, I've used just about everything you've taught me in my classrooms-- with great...

-Brandi Felkowski

I'm grateful for so many of the professors I had through my time at Marywood. They really had a profound impact in helping me quiet my mind, and open doors for me to my potential...

-Michael Lambert

I have to discuss two -- and thank you for using the "positively" qualifier! The late Dr. Phillip Tama had a lasting influence in my life by simply teaching us to think about what...

-Mike Miller

Dr. Stephen Mock- Thanks for showing me the joys of being an audiologist! Still loving this wonderful career helping people every day. Much Thanks after almost 30 years Valerie

-Valerie Shepard