A message from Mike Ward, Director of Admissions and Alumni Relations
Dear Alumni,
Happy New Year! I hope all of you had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas and the holidays with your family and friends. As is customary, Brophy faculty and staff met before students arrived back on campus to participate in a retreat, which was led by Fr. Bill Cain, SJ this year. Fr. Cain is a teacher, but more importantly, he is a Peabody award-winning screenwriter and author. His last book, “The Diary of Jesus Christ”, which was published in 2021, looks at the life of Jesus as a young man through his eyes and is a really interesting read if you get the chance. I will not go into details about the entire retreat, but one thing that resonated with me was his description of art. Fr. Cain stated, “Art is your sacred voice. When one finds their voice, this is when you are in the presence of God.” He went on to talk about how finding your voice gives the individual the confidence or willingness to get up and do, to be active and to participate. This is when we all do the work of God as these actions bring communities together and ultimately is what makes Brophy so unique. Think about the teachers and Jesuits who made a difference in your life, challenged you to try something new and helped you find your voice.
In the past five years of writing newsletters, connecting with alumni from so many different generations and seeing the work you are doing in your communities, it is evident that you are the examples of those who are willing to participate, try something new and take risks to discover one’s authentic self. Thank you for the opportunity to get to know you and for attending many of our alumni events on campus and around the country.
In 2024, we have many events scheduled and a few tentative ideas for the rest of the year. First, the “Young” Alumni Golf Tournament will be held at Papago Golf Course on Saturday, April 20. Here is the link to register – we have sold out each year, so do not wait to get your groups together! The 2024 Grand Reunion will celebrate all Brophy classes that graduated in the years ending in 4 and 9 and will be held on Oct. 4-6 – save the date! We are planning alumni events in Los Angeles and San Diego. We are also hoping to get back to Dallas as well as host a new event in Denver. Since the varsity football team will be playing Regis Jesuit Denver at home this fall, Brophy will then travel to Denver the following year, so stay tuned!
Remember to stay connected to the Alumni Relations Office through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, and let us know what you are doing. Have a fantastic year and stay safe and healthy in 2024!
Go Broncos!
BROPHY ALUMNI EVENTS
Brophy Alumni: Class of 2020, Are You Interested in the 2024-25 Alumni Service Corps?
Applications for Brophy's 2024-25 Alumni Service Corps have opened! If you are graduating from college in spring 2024 and think you might be interested in returning to Brophy for a year to help teach, coach and serve in various capacities, please visit this page for more information. ASC members are provided housing, car (shared) and gas, health care and a monthly stipend.
(We also invite alumni from our 2018 and 2019 classes, to get in touch with Principal Jim Bopp about a year of ASC service.)
Young Alumni Golf Tournament – Saturday, April 20 at Papago Golf Course
Join us on Saturday, April 20, at Papago Golf Course to reconnect for a day of golf! Registration has now opened here. Sign up now — this tournament sold out last year!
Grand Reunion – Friday-Saturday, Oct. 4-6
Calling all alumni who graduated in the years ending in 4 and 9: save the date and plan to join us for your reunion!
BROPHY SCHOOL EVENTS
To read January’s reflection from Fr. Bill Muller, S.J., click here. Learn more about what it means to rebirth wonder in your life for the new year.
Brophy's Black Student Union and Black Family Alliance will be present at the annual MLK March on Monday, Jan. 15, at 8:45 a.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.
Please consider joining us as we commemorate Dr. King's memory and the reason to celebrate his immense impact on American history, the legacy of civil rights and the story of Black Americans in the U.S. Wear your Brophy, BSU or BBFA swag and be ready to represent! You can find other MLK weekend events sponsored by the AZ MLK Organization here.
Brophy Fashion Show – Friday, March 1
Raffle tickets for the 2024 Brophy Fashion Show are now available to purchase here. Enter for a chance to win prizes including a 5-carat diamond tennis necklace, VIP chef’s experience dinner at Steak 44, a two-night package at the Global Ambassador, a YSL LouLou handbag, $5,000 cash, a full year of tuition and more! Proceeds will benefit the Brophy Financial Aid Fund.
Brophy Career Fair – Tuesday, March 12, 9:30-11:45 a.m.
Brophy's College Counseling Department is looking for alumni who would be willing to share their career experiences at our annual Career Fair on March 12, from 9:30-11:45 a.m. Questions from our students may include how you chose your profession, the education you received to prepare for it, its role and relevance in the 21st century, and its rewards and challenges. You'll engage with our students in a relaxed, conversational session.
Since we are seeking an equitable mix of professions, completing the form linked here expresses interest, but is not a "reservation." You will be contacted separately with a confirmation and additional instructions.
ALUMNI NEWS
NEW BABY WISHES
- Bobby Castellani '10 and his wife, Julia, welcomed Scarlett Aria on Nov. 20, 2023.
- Jerry Aguilera '13 and his wife, Natalie, welcomed Aurora Aguilera on Dec. 1, 2023.
- John Trusiak '12 and his wife, Morgan, welcomed a baby boy on Dec. 20, 2023.
WEDDING BELLS
- Nate Moreno ‘13 married Michelle on Dec. 16, 2023 in Minnesota.
- Austin Tymins ‘13 married Tierney Johnson XCP ‘13 on Dec. 30, 2023 at El Chorro in Paradise Valley, Arizona.
PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Kevin Leonard ‘73, who has been working within the libraries staff at Northwestern University since 1980, was recently appointed university historian.
Chris Cohn ‘96 was recently featured in Arcadia News where he spoke about his work in rehabilitative medicine.
Ryan T. McCoy ‘14 is one of 10 individuals who will be inducted into the Billiken Hall of Fame Class of 2024 at Saint Louis University. He was a part of the men’s swimming team from 2014-2018 where he won 20 medals and holds 11 Saint Louis records.
Andrew Duque ‘20 is going to school this summer for his master’s in sports industry management at Georgetown University.
IN MEMORIAM
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace. Amen
Richard Stefanovic ‘09 passed away on Nov. 11, 2023. A memorial mass will be held at 4 p.m. on Jan. 18 at Brophy Chapel. Obituary
Christopher Osborn ‘95 passed away on Dec. 12, 2023. Obituary
Pat Moran ‘80 passed away on Dec. 18, 2023. Obituary
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