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REFLECTIONS
THE CARDINAL
2003
VOLUME 5-4
THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSFT/ OF AA/ERICA
6 2 0 MICHIGAN AVENUE, N.E.
WASHINGTON, D C
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parental supervision has allowed us to find
Free at last! Free at last! Thank G o d constant
ourselves through dating, religion, sex, drinking,
Almighty, w e are free at last!
entertaining, working, interning, listening, observing and most of all learning.
This common African-American saying works well
when discussing m y journey - or should I say our Which brings us back to the cliche of education
journey - through and out of C U A .
meaning freedom. 1 just can't shake this obvious
connection. But this reminds m e of the topic thai
First, the obvious connotation: we are done with
seemed to dominate the campus news and the
college. W e have earned an undergraduate degree campus debate all year: the speaker policy.
and are n o w ready to tackle a career, whether that
means continuing to work or continuing to study. As was said during commencement, CUA has
The effort and dedication w e have placed forth has two roles. First, it is not a Catholic university, but
granted us the freedom that a college education T H E Catholic University. This means it must repprovides.
resent the Church, while maintaining a distinctly
academic environment. Yet, C U A is no longer
Beyond this cliched idea of education meaning a seminary. W e are an academic institution and
freedom, w e must also consider that our journey the balancing act between the two has been at the
through college has also been a time of being center of the C U A circus for most of the 2004-2005
granted freedoms.
academic year.
We have turned 21 during our time at CUA, allowPeople often talk in this debate about "academi
ing us to drink at Johnny K's legally and buy from freedom." This is an important concept, but we
University Liquor without having to worry where must consider all our freedoms at C U A . It was not
the MetroDolitan Police m a v be hidine. Most of us \c\x\a a a n tViJittbf M A ACPrliihhfTl P I I A "-TVic^ I
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yet inconsistent, denials of speakers on this campus demics or any other single issue is the larger educabecause they often stood against the ideals of C U A tion I have spoken of earlier (dating, religion, sex,
etc.). The senior class has become worldly figures.
and the Catholic Church.
C U A , Washington, D.C., and all of our actions over
our four years have formed us as people and as a
During the controversy people attempted to
divide the campus as either being for or against larger student body. W e are united by this experithe speaker policy. The policy to limit speakers or ence at C U A , which was based on our choice of
fail to honor those of an academic mind because college to attend more than four years ago.
they stand against Church policy was considered
disgraceful by many people (including yours truly), When alumni of CUA meet each other we will
but there were m a n y that felt it is the only w a y to not talk about which side of the speaker policy
handle the situation. However, to employ the "with w e were on, w e will talk about good times w e
us or against us" attitude is just as bad.
shared and what C U A has brought us. W e will ask
each other what w e are doing now, what w e have
accomplished since getting our degrees at C U A
Freedom is in itself just a choice. Slavery, religious intolerance, dictatorships, other authoritarian and if w e are still with that girl w e hooked up with
regimes stand against freedom, because they do during Senior Week.
not allow people to choose. Freedom is the ability
to find the truth and then chose that truth. It has Keeping this in mind, it is important to undernothing to do with being with or against a person. stand what choices at C U A mattered. G o d gave
Freedom is an individual decision, an individual us the power to choose and every choice w e m a k e
action.
changes our lives, no matter h o w small. So what
really matters at C U A are our choices, the choices
People choose to lose their virginity with someone
w e have made after that and so on. I think it is
they love or in one night of meaningless sex. People important to see this larger view, especially as w e
choose to drink alcohol; it is not required when youbegin a n e w chapter in our lives.
turn 21. People choose to keep the Sabbath, blaze
up some herb, or study in their free time. Whether Receiving a degree from CUA is the end of one
you spend your Saturday nights volunteering at chapter and the beginning of another, no matter
the soup kitchen or blowing Ye-Yo untill six in what you do with it. Sitting in your Brookland
the morning, you are making the choice you feel apartment and doing nothing with it, starting grad
best at the time. You are making a personal choice school a day after graduation or working your
bartending job the next night are all the start to
based on your experiences.
a n e w chapter, because you n o w officially have
The education we have received at CUA directly the title of B.S., before you were just unofficially
contributes to this philosophy of self-responsibil- talking it.
ity. Classes at C U A focus on primary texts, with
minimal emphasis on criticism upon these docu- So with this new chapter, I challenge all of us t
ments so that we, as students, m a y make our o w n make choices that will spurn freedom. Choose to
opinions on the arts and sciences w e have studied. be happy, choose to be sad, but most of all chose
This is w h y the academics at C U A provide so much your o w n personal truth. W e will all take different
freedom; and w h y the professors were the most paths, but make sure you take the path that leads
you to your true self, because if you don't you will
upset at the "new" speaker policy.
be holding your soul in shackles and chains and
Put more important than the speaker policy, acapreventing yourself from being free.
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Campus Events, Divisive but Newsw^orthy
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THE TOWER
Students, faculty and university officials alike again, was viewed as a highlight of the year by some, and
view the 2004-2005 year at C U A as one that raised more as a opportunistic violation of the speakers policy by othquestions than it answered about all three parts of CUA's ers.
identity: as a Catholic institution, as an institution of highW h e n , in the spring semester, three institutions vier learning, and as a participant in the capital of the United tal to CUA's student advocacy and student m e m o r y were
States.
told that their leadership scholarships were to be suddenly
Perhaps accentuated by the intense partisanship of cut, the leaders of those organizations expressed outrage.
the 2004 presidential election, the campus clearly divided The team that assembles this yearbook, the editorial board
into two opposing sides after nearly every issue was raised responsible for producing The Tower, and the executive
throughout the year. W h e n , for example, speakers were board of the U S G will no longer be compensated for the
not allowed public appearances on campus because they campus-wide service they all provide. This was viewed
had publicly taken stances opposed by Church teaching, as a "last straw" by some, including Antanas SuzicdelLs,
one portion of C U A was outraged. More than 100 students himself a venerable institution of C U A . The m a n with
protested the n e w policy on the front lawn of the Pryz, a half-century career at C U A — a s an alum, professor of
large sects of the faculty openly questioned the adminis- psychology, and 13-year service as dean of the School of
tration's commitment to academic freedom, and alumni Arts and Sciences—publicly questioned whether adminreturned C U A awards they had been given and withheld istrators had learned from past errors. Years ago, speakers
donations. Simultaneously, others cheered on the policy were rejected from coming to campus, scholarships from
as the fulfillment of CUA's unique nature: an institution of remarkable contributions to CUA's mission were cut, and
higher learning grounded in the principles and teachings the competence of C U A ' s leadership was in doubt.
of the Catholic Church. Very Rev. David M . O'Connell,
History is repetitive, he pointed out, and w e ought
C M , defended the policy and rejected any "right-wing to have faith that history will once again right itself One
conspiracy" taking hold of the university.
can only hope that in the near future, just as in the past, the
C U A played host to one of its most prominent fiindamental questions facing C U A about its identity will
guests in recent memory. Vice President Dick Cheney, be resolved, along with the deep divisions already forged
w h e n he came to campus in January to advocate an over- by this year's events.
haul of the Social Security system. Cheney's appearance.
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O n January 20, 2005, President George W . Bush and Vice President
Richard D. Cheney were sworn in for their second term as the two leaders of the United States.
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President George W . Bush and Vice President
Richard Cheney, with m a n y respected guests,
made their w a y d o w n Pennsylvania Avenue
to the White House during the 55th Inuagural
Parade on Jan. 20, 2005. Late Thursday night,
after the Inaugural Parade, the president and
first lady, Laura Bush, attended 10 different
inaugural balls. They danced the night away
in celebration of the president's second term
in office. People of all agesfilledthe streets of
Washington, D.C. to thank the president as he
promised freedom and democracy to all.
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LOCAL EVENTS
Every spring, the nation's capital shows the world its beauty with cherry blossoms. Thousands of people migrate into Washington, D C , with hopes of getting to see the cherry blossoms at their peak. The cherry blossoms can be spotted throughout the entire city but most are
seen by the Tidal Basin, located across from the Jefferson Memorial. This year, the Cherry
Blossom Festival took place from March 26 to April 10, 2005, and m a n y were greeted by
parades, concerts, and, of course, the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the beautiful trees!
O n April 14,2005, the American pasttime of watching baseball returned to
the nation's capital. The Washington
Nationals came to R F K stadium to
play their inaugural season. Their first
game was against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and they won! 2-0.
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THE LATE HOLY FATHER
T^OPE JOHN P A U L I
O n April 2, 2005, the C U A community mourned II showed an interest in the youth that had never
the passing of Pope John Paul II. Since Pope John been seen before, and for most students at C U A ,
Paul II's ascension to the papacy in October 1978, he was the only pope they ever knew. Visiting over
he touched many lives among the poor, the youth 120 countries and giving more than 2,000 public
and the world as a whole. Pope John Paul II became addresses, Pope John Paul II will go d o w n in his
one of the most influential world leaders throughout tory for his energy and immense work ethic. He
history. H e was thefirstever slavic pope, the firstwill forever be commended for his role in the fall
non-Italian pope to be appointed in 455 years and of communism.
the third-longest serving pope. Pope John Paul
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Pope John Paul IPs life has been an
influence for every Catholic University
student, and he will never be forgotten.
With the passing of one of the most beloved Popes, Catholic University took a
week to remember and reflect on a dear
m e m b e r of its community. O n April 2,
w h e n news was released of the pope's
passing, black robes were draped over
the Basilica of the National Shrine of
the Immaculate Conception, bells rang
and the Catholic community began to
grieve the loss of its leader.
Throughout the nine days of mourning,
the Office of Campus Ministry arranged
candle light vigils, a campus wide mass
and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
the day of the funeral. Televisions and
memorial signs were placed in the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center to
allow members of the community to
reflect on the extraordinary life of the
pope.
Students and faculty of the university
expressed their love for the beloved
"Pappa" of the Church and reflected
on his outstanding leadership in times
of controversy, his love for the youth
of the Church, as well as his hope for
the future.
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" Beinga member of AlASfor the last
four years, and being an officer for
Catholic s chapter foi- tMO of those
years has been the most rewarding
experience of my architectural
education. "
Cassandra J. Howard
CUA Chapter President
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Left: Cassandra Howard (president), Denise Crawford
(treasurer) and Guilherme Almeida (VP) relax on a
N e w Orleans riverboat cruise during ttie Forum 2004
Conference Far Left: Looking and feeling good in their
dresses, Denise Crawford and Cassandra Howard sell
T-shirts at the Beaux Arts Ball. Below: Students and
faculty mingle while enjoying a party in the Crough Center.
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Students
A I A S is a nonprofit student-run organization with the
Catholic's chapter traditions and programs include hosting
mission to promote excellence in architectural education,
the annual Beaux Arts Ball, sponsoring the Visionary
training and practice. They strive to foster an appreciation
Power of Austrian Architecture Lecture Series, hosting
of architecture, to enrich communities in a spirit of
a Northeast Q u a d lecture series with other chapters, and
collaboration, to organize students and to combine student visiting architecture/design firms in the D.C. metro area.
efforts to advance the art and science of architecture.
Other events this year included a tour of the National
A I A headquarters in downtown Washington. D . C . m o \ ie
This year, with the guidance and support of faculty
nights, job fairs, T-shirt design contests, and a treat night
adviser Dave Shove-Brown, C U A ' s chapter brought n e w
for those students working hard late into the night during
and exciting events for both students and faculty in the
charette week.
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Top right: Joe Mussanno and Steve Gassert.
two of CUA's favorite DJ's, during their show,
"Saturday Morning Hangover." Collage: Station Manager Vincent LoRusso and staff run
the necessary wires and install equipment to
get W C U A back on the air after a long hiatus.
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W C U A had a great year as they werefinallyable
to begin broadcasting again! Under the leadership
of Station Manager Vincent LoRusso, music was
coming from their brand n e w studios in the Pryzbyla Center and students could not be happier.
The m o v e was not easy for the group, however,
as they had to put a lot of hard work in, literally.
M a n y weekends were spent by the staff drilling
holes in the walls, running wires from room to
room, installing the mixers and D J equipment and
administering all the other countless tasks that it
takes to start up a radio station. But all the hard
work paid off. B y the end of the fall semester all
the program slots werefilled,along with the administrative posts, and they were back in the ears
of C U A students.
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With the move to the Pryzbyla Center, WCUA
lost the ability to broadcast over the airwaves.
They can be found online at http://wcua.cua.edu,
as well as on C U A Channel 33!
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You can find them on the law school
lawn on just about any nice day, or
rainy day, or even in the snow. W h e n
you see them during the year tossing a disc or running drills (often
with their shirts off), you have to
wonder w h o those crazy people are.
They are the Ultimate Frisbee team. |™
Aside from having lots of fun, they^
are also a competitive team w h o can
hold their own against some of the
best teams on the East Coast. While- =
some m a y have considered them
"underdogs" at the beginning of the
year, the way they played each game
with overwhelming spirit and fortitude earned the team much respect
in their league.
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At fall sectionals, the veteran players showed the freshmen what Ultimate is all about and schooled them
on some of the finer points. Not to
be outdone, the freshmen responded
by Thanksgiving to the upperclassmen's call and showed Goucher that
they were a force to be reckoned
with. W h e n Maryland hosted a tour-.^^
nament, the boys (and girls) stepped^B
up and even though they were under-^^^
manned and under-experienced, they
walked away champions. Captains
John Templon and Rachel Dudek led
the team to new heights this year,
and the sky is the limit for this upand-coming group!
Above: Rebecca G o o d m a n and Captain Rachel Dudek take
a break between games during a weekend tournament.
Left: A n n Heureux takes a nap on the sidelines as he rests
up with his CUltimAte teammates before their next game.
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K a t i e L a n g . K e l l \ B a h l e d a a n d E l i z a b e t h K u n z e l m a n w o r k the
registration table at the C U A S N A career fair held in the Pryzbyla Center.
Officers
President - Carol}Ti Sponn
Vice President - Laura Wedel
Secretary - Maggie McGrath
Treasurer - Jaime Punyko
Newsletter and W e b site Editor - Hannah Greenlick
Publie Affairs - Kelly Bahleda
Breakthrough to Nursing ( B T N ) Chair - Kavita Rampertaap
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Health Fair Chair - Erin Markley
Career Fair Chair - Sara Moore
Legislative Education Chair - Emily Clark
Freshmen Class Representative - Liz Wojciechowski
D C - S N A Representative - Christina Sochacki
Social Committee Co-Chairs - Laura Shaw & Katie Lang
Faculty Adviser - Dr. Rosemarie Berman
Student HutiQi fi^^aciatian
C U A S N A is the c a m p u s chapter of the National
Student Nurses Association ( N S N A ) . Its purpose is
to assume responsibility for contributing to nursing
education in order to provide for the highest quality
of health care, to provide programs representative
of the fundamental interests and concerns to nursing students and to aid in the development of the
whole person, his/her professional role, and his/her
responsibility for health care of people representing
all walks of life. This past year they tripled school
m e m b e r s h i p in N S N A and w o r k e d to increase unity
a m o n g nursing students.
During the fall, they held weekly ""ER Nights" to watch
the television show, and they also had n u m e r o u s acti\ities for nursing students to get to k n o w one another.
including a trip to the N S N A A n n u a l Convention in
Salt Lake City during April. S N A also increasing its
visibility on c a m p u s and ability to pro\ide ser\ice to
the university community. E x a m p l e s include providing information about multiple sclerosis at the 5 K run
during Family W e e k e n d , staffing the first aid clinic at
the annual Vigil for Life, and holding an interesting
and informative health fair during the spring.
S o m e S N A w o m e n at one of the Nursing Performance IV clinical groups. Pictured from
left to right are Aderonkc .Adekunle, Emily Schieber. H a n n a h Greenlick, .\manda O'Neal.
Kristcn Wisniewski, Carly Plantulli. Christina Sochacki, Carolyn Sponn and Claire Flatley.
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Thursday, August 26,2004
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Large Freshman Class
Arrives on Campus
Some Kitchens, Lounges Converted Into Don
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upset," said Laura
Kavinski, "but it's not going to
be permanent." Kavinski is a
junior \'ocal performance major,
To accommodate what officials are calling "one of [he w h o lix'es in R\'an and does not
largest freshman classes in
ha\e a school meal plan because
recent history," Housing and
she planned to cook her meals
this fall.
Residential Services has turned
lounges and kitchens all o\'er
Kavinski said she will figure
campus into li\'ing spaces.
out where to cook in the meanAccording
to Katherine time. "I'll m a k e really good
Boone, director of H R S , 36 of the friends with the person w h o
7(» freshmen li\'ing on campus lives [in the kitchen]," she said.
will be residing in these
"As w e get cancellations, [we
makeshift areas.
will] m o v e those people," said
She said H R S tried to ensure Boone, "we've already moved
that all residential buildings ten students."
have at least one lounge, but was
She explained that people
not completely successful.
were placed in lounges and
"The only building that will
kitchens based on the date their
not have a lounge is Ryan," said
Boone.
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basketball team, w a s n a m e d
head coach of the men's basketball team July 19. Mike
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left last spring to become an
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A N INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWSPAPER • WWW.CUATOWER.COM
Preparations Made
for Class of 2007
Kristen A s m u s s e n
T o w e r Stoft
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Freshman admissions were
lower than what che University
hoped for. Shahin Mafaher,
interim dean of enrollment
management, said that 668 students have deposited money to
enter the freshman class. That
is 35 fewer than the 703 freshm a n w h o enrolled last year.
Mafaher said the intention is to
increase the number of freshmen.
Former
Dean
of
G e o r g e t o w n University's
Director of Media Relations
Laura Cavender, said that their
freshman class is about 1500
students, and there is not much
variation in the n u m b e r of
freshmen.
George
Washington
University's Senior Associate
Director
of
Admissions
Michael O'Leary said that G W
had 9 percent more freshman
applications this year. Their
expected freshman class of
Campus Unden
Changes Durini
This year The Tower, Catholic University's independent student newspaper, kept busy reporting
on the numerous issues that touched our campus.
From the speaker policy, visits by Vice President
Dick Cheney and former Speaker of the House
Newt Gingrich and the arrival of the N A A C P
on campus, The Tower kept CUA's students informed. Outside of news, the Entertainment section covered the music school's production of Jesus Christ Superstar and the drama department's
Love Labour's Lost. The Forum kept the opinions
coming and the dditorials were always hot off
the presses. Sports, once again, made statistics
readable and followed numerous teams including
the 14 game winning streak by the Lady Cardinal
basketball players.
rain or
snow, we
aCways
put out.
The paper took on a new broadsheet format and
added a dash of color to spice things up to continue the tradition of excellence started more
than 80 years ago. Editor Phil Essington took
The Tower to new heights this year and provided
a tough act to follow.
R i g h t : Editor in C h i e f Phi I E.ssington
w o r k s o n the last edition o f t h e t o w e r
late into the night.
Inside...
Metro's Best
Bets ~ a guide
to the District
of Columbia.
Features, 15
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2003
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" Four ty-four
hundred
American babies have their
lives stolenfrom them everyday.
We need to pray for them. "
Danielle Fusco
The 2004-2005 school year was a
great year for the Students for Life
oganization on campus. Membership
and involvement grew as more and
more students chose to get involved to
save lives. Many members sacrificed
countless hours of sleep to attend
Sidewalk (which occured around
7:45 a.m. every Saturday morning),
where members would pray outside
of Planned Parenthood. The editors
of The Call, SFL's newsletter, put out
two excellent editions and the Website
received a much needed makeover by
Joe Heming.
A b o v e : S F L m e m b e r s D a n Meola. Joe Herning. Erin Cra\\ ford and TJ Lee on a
training retreat given by Msgr. Philip Reilly in Brooklyn, N Y during January 2005.
Below: T h e group of C U A students w h o attended that retreat pose for a picture.
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Starting a chapter of N A A C P on
C U A ' s c a m p u s w a s no easy feat,
but the organizers of the group
were determined to be recognized
by the university. After protests
and the possibility of litigation, organizers met with Father
O'Connell, w h o reversed the previous decision and allowed the
group on c a m p u s . A s a student
organization, the N A A C P hopes
to improve the political, educa-
tional, social and economic status of minority groups, to eliminate racial prejudice and to keep
the public aware of the adverse
effects of racial discrimination.
The N A A C P Youth and College
Division is currently c o m p o s e d
of more than 500 youth and college units, representing thousands of young people across the
United States. The C U A group is
one of the newest!
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Kargbo pose for a picture. Left: (Top)WIII
Jawando, (Middle)Adeola Adebowale, Alondra
Zimmerman, Christina Cheng, Aria Mason,
fVlelissa Pe and (Bottom) Mersiol Rosa.
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O m o w u m i Rotimi, A m a n d a Ince, Judith
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Left: Marisol Rosa, Regina Howell and Melissa
Pe bond during a party in the Pryzbyla Center.
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Minority Voices is a unique organization because it is an
Minority Voices hosts two annual events. The first is a
umbrella group that encompasses the minority groups
barbecue done in the fall semester with the goal of increasing
on C U A ' s campus. Their purpose is to create a stable
awareness of and membership in the organizations. The
and unified community of minority students at C U A
second is an awards reception during the end ofthe spring
through collaborative programs and events. Groups that
semester in which the groups gather to recognize the
are currently members include the Black Organization of
achievements of individuals in the organization that have
Students at Catholic University of America ( B O S A C U A ) ,
shown outstanding leadership. During the year they also
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Filipino Organization of
have monthly meetings to keep everyone up-to-date on
Catholic University Students ( F O C U S ) , Korean American
upcoming events hosted by the various organizations. Each
Student Association ( K A S A ) , Latin Alliance, Muslim
organization helps promote and support the other Minorit\
Students and Islam Awareness Association ( M S I A A ) ,
Voices is composed ofa great group ofindividuals w h o are
National Association for the Advancement of Colored
striving to increase cultural awareness on campus!
People ( N A A C P ) and the National Society of Black
Engineers ( N S B E ) .
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FOCUS
Filipino Organization of
Catholic University Students
F O C U S is the Filipino Organization of Catholic University students. T h r o u g h special events, such as dances and conferences,
m e m b e r s are dedicated to learning and teaching the Filipino and
Filipino-American culture to the students of C U A .
A b o v e : Christian C h e n g and Kathryn Reusi enjoy the District
VI S e m i - F o r m a I hosted by the University of M a r y land. College
1'ark . Ri(;ht: the girls of F O C U S all dressed up I'or the dance;
l:niil\ .Aslorga. M a r i a n n e Garcia. Kathryn Reusi and Christina
Cheng.
B e l o w : T h e girls relax and have s o m e tun alter
exchanging gifts with 1 he i r Sec re I Santa's.
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COLLEGE D E M O C R A T S
The College Democrats is a student-driven action
netw ork dedicated to promoting democratic \ allies
and pro\ iding a \ oice to students through the use ol'
grassroots methods. The College Democrats prides
itself on having the ability to otTer numerous opportunities for students w h o wish to flourish in the
D.C. political community through internships and
employment. The organization also aims to help
elect Democrats, train and engage new generations
of activists and shape the Democratic Party with
voices from America's youth.
During the 2004-2005 school year, the College
Democrats campaigned for Senator .John Keiry for
President, sponsored a campaign trip to Corning,
N.Y., for Samara Barend and registered more than
500 new voters.
Pax Chrisi
The C U A Chapter of Pax Christi spent the year
reflecting on Christ's message to live peacefully
and be active Hving the Gospel. To this end, nine
members took a trip to the School of the Americas to protest its existance on U.S. soil. They also
raised awareness on campus about the consistant
life ethic and protested or spoke out against school
supported speakers w h o violated this behef They
strove to promote an enviroment with free speech,
while publically endorsing speakers in line with the
Catholic view. They were also active in such areas as
fair trade, civil rights and the Dorthy D a y Catholic
WorkerHouse. Their sponser. Father Frank, led some
interestring discussions on the Gospel and the topic
of pro-active non-violence.
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cardinal Runners
Ihc new student organization. Cardinal Runners, had an exciting start for
its first year and is quickly becoming a
popular student group. It w a s formed
with students that like to run but do not
have the time or interest in the Di\ision III track teams. Its goal has been
h) group students together with similar running abilities and schedules to
offer them support in reaching their
o w n goals. M a n y of the members are
interested in achieving a healthier lifestyle through exercise and good eating habits, while others simply enjoy
the opportunity to run with friends.
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Cardinal Runners sponsored several
weekend runs on local trails such as
Rock Creek Park and along the Potomac and olfercd race fee reimbursement to students w h o ran the National in spring 2004 and m a n y meinbers are actively involved. T h e execuPress Club 5k on September 11. 2004. li\e board ofthe Cardinal Runners looks forward to providing students
and the Goblin Gallop on Halloween, with more opportunities to run road races in the coming years and to
The group has grow n since its founding continue offering a means for students to have fun with a great sport.
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Student Oreanizations
Phi Sigma Tau
Ron Sartini, Jack Evans, Danielle Overpeck, Dr. M c C o y , Jessica Wisniowski, & Paul Heimann
gather to discuss philosphy and enjoy each others company one long winter night.
Phi Sigma Tau, the Washington, D.C, Beta
Chapter of Catholic University is an organization composed of students and faculty of
philosophy w h o display achievement and merit in this field of study.
Phi Sigma Tau (PST) aims at fostering and incorporating an atmosphere
conducive to the promotion of philosophical inquiry.
All P S T events
are open to all m e m b e r s of the
C U A community w h o are interested in
philosophy.
As
an
honor society, P S T provides support to all
students in matters of academia relating to
philosophy.
Its central purpose is
to serve as a m e a n s of awarding
distinction to students having high
scholarship in philosophy; to promote student interest in philosophy in
terms of research and advanced
study; to provide opportunities for the
publication of student research papers of merit; to encourage a
professional
spirit and
friendship among those w h o have displayed
marked
ability
in this
field;
and
to popularize
interest in
philosophy.
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CREW
Crew is a team of 28 student athletes dedicated to their
sport. These rowers work every day with the hope of
making their boats faster and w inning even iriore races. They compete against some ofthe top crews ofthe
nation and strive to m a k e them fear their speed. This
fall, they competed in m a n y regattas including three
head races: Head of the Erie, Head of the Schuylkill
and Head of the Occoquan. During the spring, they
competed in four sprint races: Murphy Cup, St. Mary's
Seahawk Invitational, Knecht C u p and the Anacostia
Sprints. All season long they are constantly working
to better the team for the two largest events they compete in, Mid-Atlantics and DadVails.
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The Black Organization of Students at C U A ,
better known as B O S A C U A . celebrated its
thirty-seventh year with renewed focus, as
well as interesting and inno\ati\e programming such as the "Boogie Nights Dance." a
70'sthemed dance during October To commemorate the birthday of D r Martin Luther
King Jr, they hosted a memorial breakfast
for members and displayed their artistic
gifts when they volunteered at a local homeless shelter Black History Month saw the
return of their most popular program. Soul
School Jeopardy! There, student organizations used their knowledge of Black history
to compete and win great prizes! This year,
they sought to create a dialogue at C U A at
an event they hosted called "The Color of
Politics," a roundtable discussion with the
members of B O S A C U A , N A A C P , U S G ,
College Democrats and College Republicans.
April brought International Week, and with
it, the wildly popular InteiTiational Taste of
Cultures featuring cuisine from three continents. Throughout the year, B O S A C U A
demonstrated its commitment to giving C U A
a more diverse focus while maintaining a
ereat sense of fun!
President
Aria M a s o n
Vice President
Christina Taylor
Treasurer
Florence Cole
Secretary
Mischa H a d a w a y
Historian
Kim McNeil
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What do you get when you combine no sleep, two kooky in Waltz, Quickstep, Tango and Latin. Freshmen Patrick
coaches and an inability to resist a Cha-Cha d o w n the
Simon and Taverlee L u m , placed fourth in N e w c o m e r
grocery store aisle with your shopping cart?
R u m b a at D C D I .
CUA
Ballroom!
CUA Ballroom also sponsored lessons in Salsa, West Coast
Between competitions, lessons and your typical 80's Swing, Lindy H o p Swing, Hip-Hop and Belly Dancing,
Valentine's dance for charity, C U A Ballroom accomplished as well as put on three dances during the year. In the fall
a lot this year. It started with six returning members, which the Salsa Dance, which featured a live band, was a great
grew to more than thirty and included an overwhelming
success, the 80's Valentine's dance raised money for So
participation of Honors Program freshmen on the
Others Might Eat ( S O M E ) , and the Spring Swing Dance
competitive team. The team competed at D.C. Dance
was a lot of fun.
Inferno (DCDI) at the University of Maryland, Ohio Star
Ball, Philadelphia Star Classic and the Rutger's Dance
Throughout the year, the members of CUA Ballroom ne\ er
Spoil Competition. All that hard work and practice paid
quit moving their feet!
off when many team members made it to the semifinals
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The Catholic Uni\ersity of America's American Society of Ci\ il Engineers student chapter
had an outstanding }ear. Strong leadership and
teamwork were key elements to the continued
success ofthe chapter; this year marked its 75th
anni\ ersary on campus.
The chapter also had several guest presentations.
By far, the most interesting presentation was on
the structural improvements m a d e at the Frank
Lloyd Wright's famous Fallingwater House.
Members also went to the construction site ofthe
W o o d r o w Wilson Bridge Project.
During the summer of 2004. the chapter hosted
the 2004 National Concrete Canoe Competition,
in which 20 schools from all o\er the country
came to campus to participate in the event. After hosting the competition o\ er the summer, the
concrete canoe team wasted no time as its m e m bers worked feverishly each week on mix composition and canoe design in order to be prepared
for the regional competition at Virginia Tech and
for the national competition at Clemson Universit\. The steel bridge team also competed in their
first e\ er regional competition.
The chapter was not all about presentations
and competitions, however, they also had a lot
of fun and helped out the community as well.
They sponsored several barbeques for the entire
School of Engineering as well as the popular
Maggiano's Ball that capped of the School of
Engineering's Engineering Week. The chapter
also lent a helping hand by refurbishing a senior
center in Baltimore and volunteering time to help
kids get excited about engineering at the Z O O M !
Into Engineering D a y at the National Building
M u s e u m . It was really a successful and funfilled year!
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America what it most needs-future
leaders who care, who want to become
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( S A A C ) was created to encourage student athletes, representing different C U A sports, to c o m e
together and promote opportunities to exchange
views, protect student-athlete welfare and foster a positive student-athlete image. S A A C is
dedicated to at least one weekend of c o m m u nity service each semester, along with participation in other university activities. They strive
to continue to be a part of Habitat for H u m a n ity, clean up city streets, serve the homeless,
teach their athletic skills to the less fortunate
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Ball. A s an organization, S A A C gives student
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Joseph T. Aguilina
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Histoiy
Spanish for International
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MichaleAlvino
Rebecca Ambrose
ElecUical Engineenng
Sociology
Politics
Jennifer Bacon
Alisha Benko
Erin Benza
Spanish for Intemational
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Psychology
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Ashley Boehk
Melissa Boiseau
Michael Bonk
D r a m a Education
International Economics and
Finance
Marketing
Psychology
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Katherine Boylan
Politics and English
Psychology
Nicholas J.
Brendenese
Emily BresnahanMcBrae
International Business
Psychology
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Grace G. Byrd
Stephanie Callaghan
Hector Camacho Jr.
Allison Campbell
Business/Management
Architecture
History
Media Snidies
Seniors 67
Ashley Campbell
Craig Camana
Jessica Casper
Christina Cheng
French
Politics
Political Science
Biology
JiHcaChoi
Katharine Christian
Melissa Clifford
Florence Cole
Music
International Business
Psychology/Spanish
Sociology
Maureen Collins
Catherine Convey
Cyana Cook
Michele Corsetti
Biology
Early Cluldhood Education
Musical Theatre
M e d i a Studies
68 People
Laura Coscia
Denise Crawford
Tim Creazzo
Daniel Cruz Bulger
Media Studies
Architecture
Electrical Engineering
Media Smdies
Kathleen Dardis
Philosophy/Prelaw
Nina Ceceha
DeiTos
A m y DellaRosa
Nursing
Patrick Delaney •
History
Psychology
Christopher
DeMartino
Architecture
Michael DeSantis
Kerryn Doherty
Sheila DoUarton
Media Studies
English Language and
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Marketing/Spanish
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Sean Patrick Doyle
Erin Drew
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Psychology
Jaqueline Ducci
Sean Dugan
Robert Duke
Joseph S. Eannello
Politics
Media Studies
History
Biology
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Jillian Esan
Phil Essington
John Evans
Lauren Everd
Ps\choloe\
Politics
Philosophy
Musical Theatre
People
Michelle Farrell
Gennaro G Ferrara
Michael Finegan
Rachel Fischetti
Architecture
Media Studies
Media Studies
Politics
Siobhan K.
Fitzpatrick
Jennifer Forlenza
Ashley Forrester
Andrew K. Ganesh
Politics and Spanish for
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Media Studies
Biology
Sociology
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Gregory C. Giancola
John Girigoli
Gentian and Politics
Accounting
Matthew Michael
Godbey
William Goldin
Vocal Performance
Politics
Seniors 71
Monique Goubault
Jeanine Graham
Amanda Griffiths
A m a n d a Guil lot
Marketing
Biomedical Engineering
History
Social W o r k
Andrew Gunderson
James Haggcrty
Kristin Haley
Stephanie Hare
Media Studies
Architecture
Sociology
Finance
Kathleen Hazlett
Paul Heimann
A m y C. Heinzen
Ps\chology
Philosophy
Biology
Gresoi'v Michae
HaiTis
Musical Theatre
72 People
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Ellen Hermanson
Brian Hollan
Cassandra Howard
Joyce K. Hui
Media Studies
Politics
Architecture and Planning
Psychology
Kevin Hynes
Ata Isakovic
Cynthia C. Jarrin
William Jawando
Architecture
Management Information
Studies
History
Sociology
Hector A. Jimenez
Laura Johnson
Brian Jones
Bridgette Jones
Architecture
Greek and Latin
Politics
Elementar\ Education
Seniors 7 3
Meghan Joyce
Jonathan Jozefowicz
Danny Junod
Michael Kairouz
Media Studies
Politics
Drama
Media Studies
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Natalie Kajs
Rose Kaminski
Elizabeth Kauffman
Margaret S. Kebler
Musical Theatre
Physics
Musical Theatre
Biology
Andrew^ Kelly
Katie Kennedy
Jarad Kent
Joohoon G Kim
Psychologv'
Marketing
Politics and Philosophy
Studio Art
7 4 People
Kevin King
Emily Koricki
Eileen Kranz
David Kriston
Sociology
Politics
Psychology/Music
Civil Engineering and
Construction M a n a g e m e n t
Natasha Kuzovich
Dan Lake
Hachani M . Lamine
Megan Lazzeri
Media Stiidies
PoUtics
Electrical Engineering
Architectiire
Jeannie Leanza
Christopher
Lerberich
Vincent LoRusso
Dana Losben
Music Education
Management
Psychology
Musical Theatre
Seniors 7 5
Mary C. Mahler
Laura Mahoney
Oksana Makarova
Elementary Education
Elementary Education
Ellen Manning
Aria M . Mason
James Massino
Gabriel Mavicich
Anthropology
HistoryA/ocal Peifonnance
Marketing
Vocal Performance
Politics/Gemian
Katie McE\oy
MaiyKate McGilley
Sarah A. McGrath
English
Intemational Economics and
Finance
Politics
76 People
Gregory Mann
Architecture
Christina McPherrin
Vocal Performance
John Meehan
Natalia Melia
Sarah Melton
EngUsh
Media Studies
Vocal Performance
Teresa A.
Mercandetti
Biology/Chemistry
Victoria Meyer
Diane Miranda
Kelly Monahan
Susan Moran
History
General Studies
History
Nursing
Mary Morovich
Megan Moss
Erica L. Moulton
Education Studies
Social W o r k
Psychology
Trevor
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Histoiy
Seniors 7 7
Alexandra Mudry
BrigitMullican
Jackelyn Muiphy
Jennifer Mun'ay
Drama
Nursing
Politics
Politics
C a m e Myatt
Jess Myers
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David Nath
Histoiy
Social W o r k
Marketing
Architecture
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Megan O'Brien
Kelly Ochman
Phyoe O o
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Intemational Economics and
Finance
Electrical Engineering
Brianne O'Toole
Danielle Overpeck
Jason Pallam
Aracely Panameno
English
Psychology
Electrical Engineering
Business Administi^tion
Ryan Parrish
Kenneth Parsons
Kathleen Patric
Melissa Pe
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Management
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Psychology
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Bruce Phillips
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Mary L. Peterson
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Philosophy
D r a m a and Education
History
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Dante Piccone
Andrew Portnor
Rebecca Poyatt
Ron Ramirez
History
C o m p u t e r Science
History
Civil Engineenng
Biyan J. Rapuano
Politics
Kcaly Rdersdorf
Civil Engineering
Monica Reardon
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Keith Roberson
Charles R o m e o
Architecture
Ci\il Engineering
Politics
Christina Marie
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M e d i a Studies
80 People
John Patrick Sabatos
Theresa Scahse
John Scanlon
Emily Schieber
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre
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Molly Shannon
Callin ShuU
Katherine Silkaitis
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Joseph Sobocinski
Christina Sochacki
Carolyn Patricia
Biology & Music
Performance
Mechanical Engineering
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John Stevens
James Strahota
Erin Swift
James Swiger
Psychology
Histoiy
Media Studies
Biomedical Engineering
Michael Tenney
Nils Thomson
Bnglish and SecondaiA
F.ducation
Politics
McClain Tini
Business Economics
Jeffrey Tinley
English
Psychology
Mary Elizabeth
Totten
International Economics and
Finance
82 People
Christine A.
Thronton
Katherine Toye
Erika L. Trovato
Social W o r k
Biology
Christopher Tully
Shameise Turpin
Kristen Tyre
Shannon Varroney
Theology and Religious
Studies and Spanish
Architectiare and Planning
Politics
Media Stiidies
Cristina Verderese
Joseph D. Verga
Christine Vezeris
History
Psychology
Psychology
Electrical Engineering
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Kevin Voss
Natalie Walford
Meghan Walko
Philosophy
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Media Studies
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Li am Walsh
Media Studies
Jessica Marie Weaver
Theology
Marisa Weaver
Michelle Weisse
Niu^sing
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Philip B. Wcldon
Andrea Weymouth
Kat Whitesides
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Pre-Law/Politics
Biology/Chemistry
Violin Perfomiance
Woitkowski
Marketing
Julie K. Wolf
Musical Theatre
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Seniors 85
86 People
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Seniors 87
88 People
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Congratulations "KC"
Kristcn Marie Cimino
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Child Dcvclopement/Cognitive Ability
Always follow your dreams and reach for the stars.
Love, M o m , Dad, Lauren, and Charlie
Congratulations
Jordan
Congratulations
Jeffrey
Jeffrey Baccash
Bachelor of Science Intemational Economic
Finance
The CathoHc University
of America - 2005
Follow \ our dreams and tmst in what your heart
telLs \ou.
Lo\e.
Mom and Dad
112
W e are so proud of your many accomplishments!
M a y your celebration today be only the start ofa
lifetime that's filled with success. W e love you.
Mom, Dad, Diana & Lauren
ADERONKE ADEKUNLE
W e congratulate you on this well deserved achievement. You have triumphed in spite of all odds. M a y
you continue to excel in all you do. M a y God bless you and keep you and give you happiness. Oye
Amori O! W a fi se ohun rere Aderonke tiwa.
Love always!!!
Sisters, Brothers, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles, Mum, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa and Great Grandma.
Y O U R ENTIRE FAMILY!
113
Congratulations Emily
Emily Bresnahan - M c R a e
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/Eduction
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Love,
Mom. Dad. Elizabeth and David
Peter!
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School of Architecture
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I See Children as Kites
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Peter Sotire
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The Catholic University of America
2005
Peter w e are all so proud of you. Continue to
spread your wings andfl\-.Success in all your future endea\ ors.
Lo\ e. M o m . Ste\ e. Tiff Val & Corev
114
You spend a lifetime trying to get them off the ground. You run
with them until you're breathless. They crash, they hit the rooft o p — Y o u patch and comfort, adjust and they'll fly. Finally they arc
airborne. They need more string and you keep letting it out. But
with each twist ofthe ball of twine, there is a sadness that goes witi
jjoy. The kite becomes more distant, and you k n o w it won't be long
before that beautiful creature will snap the lifeline that binds you
together. A n d it will soar as it's meant to soar—free and alone.
A n d you k n o w you have done your job.
I -Anonymous
W e love you and pray that the Lord will direct you to
a life of happiness and success. Congratulations on a
fine job! Love. M o m , Dad, Cynthia and Kicra
Congratulations Kristin
Kristin, w e can't believe h o w quickly the years have passed. It seems like only yesterday you were just a little
girl and n o w you are all grown up and graduating from college. W e are so proud of you and admire the beautiful person you have become. Though your life is changing, one thing will remain the same. You will always
have our love and support. W e wish you a lifetime of success and happiness.
M o m & Rich
Kristen, what matters most in life are the people you love, and for always you will be one ofthe
people in m y life w h o m I love the most. W e are so proud ofthe way you handled the maze of college
life and have complete confidence in your continued success.
Love D A D and Family
115
To KennclhWith great lo\ c and respect for the life you have lived and the man you have become. With great confidence
and anticipation for all that lies ahead for you.
W e love vou so much - M o m and Dad
To Liz (our precious future daughter-in-law!) and Julie, John and Peter...we love you and
wish you all good things in the future!
A BlCi CONGRATULATIONS TO ONE AND ALL!
Way to go
Scrappy...
"^ou made It. \\ords can not express h o w \er}- proud w e are of
Nou. M^u ha\ e an education that nobody can ever take away
from \ou. Plus. >ou achie\ed it in four years SSS. Thank you.
Lo\ c. ^'our Scarpelli and Sn\'der Families
116
Congratulations Ferg!
Mike Ferguson
B.A. - Philosophy 2005
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Congratulations, Mary!
Mary Mahler
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Charlie Bucker, We're so proud of your sacrificial hard work, determined
dedication, and awesome accomplishments above and beyond all expectations.
The state's proud of ya; the country's proud of ya; and the Rmas need you so dam
badly.
Love,
Poppy. Meemaw, Loobers. Third. Buster, Bori, Matty, Nickelby, & Dewba
Congratulations Kelly! I Congratulations Michael
Kelly, I am so happy for you and so proud to be the
m o m ofthe best daughter in the world!
Lo\ e \ ou. M o m m y X X X O O O
Michael DeSantis
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Michael, we love you and are so proud of you!
Kelly, remember what Homer said...when your 18..!
wish you success and happiness always.
Love ya. proud of ya. Dad
Love,
Proud of va BOG! No\\' where is mv boat'!' Ric
Mom. Dad. Chrissy. Lilyann, Mike, Mikey, Adam & Lily
118
Catholic University
Class of 2005
Aimee K. Seybold
The Staff of The Cardinal wishes to
congratulate the Senior Class! Y o u
guys worked hard, partied hard and
earned those degree's. W e wish you
the best ofthe luck in the future and w e
hope you look back at this yearbook in
the coming years and remember all the
fond memories you had at C U A .
Sincerely,
The Cardinal Yearbook
Aimee,
You are a woman of intelligence, beauty, strength and
grace. Always believe in the power of your dreams
and live life to the fullest. W e are so very proud of
you.
All of our love. M o m and Dad
Congra tula tions
Shawn & Anne
Shawn Patrick Maguire
Anne Marie Maguire
The Catholic University of America - 2005
May all your dreams come true!
Love, M o m & Dad
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Congratulations Jillian!!!!
JiUian Marie Egan
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Jillian - From the day youfirststepped into Nursery School straight through to your college
graduation you've always strived to be the best that you could be. W e are so proud of you.
Congrats on a job well done!
With all of our love. M o m & Dad
Congrats Kevin
Bruce Phillips
Bachelor of Arts and
Sciences
The Catholic University
of America - 2005
Ke\in H\nes
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
The Catholic Uni\ ersit\' of America - 2005
Ke\"in. \ ou ha\ e shown tremendous courage and
perse\erence. W e are so proud of \'0u and admire
\ our detennination.
Lo\c. M o m . Dad. Mark. & Ton
120
Congratulations Bruce!
From yourfirststeps and on you have always made
us proud of you. Our wish is that the Lord will
continue to bless you. M a y the most you wish for
be the least you get.
Love ya, M o m & Dad
Congratulations, Cristina!
Daniel C r u m
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Dan,
Congratulations! Y o u did it!
W e are so proud of you! K n o w h o w m u c h you
are loved!
Love,
M o m , Dad, Jeff, Rob, and Billy
Cristina Louise Verderese
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Cristina, We are proud of your accomplishments at CUA,
culminating with your senior thesis recognition, your
success as student coordinator of orientation 2004, your
masterful senior flute recital and your selection as the
Marian Award recipient. You have grown spiritually and
intellectually and we are proud of the wonderful young
woman you've become. Take pride in yourself and all
you've achieved! Love, M o m and Dad.
Congratulations Danielle
'Keep on
Dancing"
Danielle M . del Corral
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Kevin Voss
Mechanical Engineering
C U A - 2005
Congratulations Kevin for doing a GREAT JOB!
Danielle - Way to go, girl! We love you and are so
Love,
proud of you!
Love,
Daddy. M o m m y , and M e g a n
Mom, Dad, Michele, Brian, Dan,
M o m m o m & Grandad
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CONGRATULATIONS
Kathleen w e are so very very proud of you.
It seems like yesterday that w e were leaving you here at Catholic U. and here w e are
four years later at your graduation. W o w ! !
Grandfather, Grandmother, and Nana are
snuling d o w n from Heaven at their beautiful
Grandaughter Kathleen. W e love you forever
and ever
Lo\e. Dad. M o m . Colleen. Jcnn & John
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C U A 2005
Chris .luicc =31: .\11 of us knew C U A was for you.
These past 4 years you have grown in so many ways.
Ne\er forget the friends & families you ha\e become
part of. .Alw a\ s remember w e are here for you. W e are
trcincndouslx proud of Y O U .
Lo\ c.
M o m . Dad. Stc\e. Suzie. Sam & Luckie
122
Congratulations Emmett
We are so proud of you.
Love,
Mom, Dad, Lizzy, Emily & Ed
Congratulations Joey
Our Pride and Joy
Joey w e are so very proud of you. W e wish you love, happiness and success. The future belongs to
those w h o believe in the beauty of their dreams. M a y you have the vision to follow your dreams.
The wisdom tofindyour purpose and the courage to make a difference.
Love Always,
Mom & Dad
123
Congratulations Jim
James Edward Massino
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
The Catholic University of
America - 2005
Way to go Jim! W e are very proud of what you have accomplished over the past four years. You have
matured into afineyoung man. W e salute you on a job well done.
Love M o m and Dad
Congratulations Will
Will Mosb\' Giannobile
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
The Catholic Unix ersity of America - 2005
Congrats
Vince
Vince LoRusso
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
The Catholic University of America - 2005
Blessed be little butteiH)' in your soft sweet bed!
Vince, you've done it all "yourself" Be proud of
William we lo\e \ou and are so \"er\' proud of you.
your many and varied achievements. Some lucky
Continue to seek \our happiness and have faith in
kids can now call you "teacher."
\ourself and God.
With our forever love, Dad, M o m , Casey and Gina
Lo\ c. M o m . Dad & Sarah
124
THOMAS D. ALEXANDER
Congratulations^ Tom
We're very proud ofyour success at C. U.A.y
And wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Love, Monty Dad, Jack ('04) & Jim
125
Congratulations Collin
Collin Shull
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
The Catholic University of America - 2005
The friends you have inade and the experiences you have had will stay with you for a life
You have done well and arc prepared to go forward. W e are proud of you and wc love you.
Love, M o m and Dad
Congrats
iVIicheiiita!
W hat can onc say about
daughters? Daughters arc a
blessing from God. Michelle.
thanks to you for bringing us the
cnioNinciil ofthe past four years.
walclimg \ou grow and blossom
into a fine young w o m a n . W e
know that you will be a fine
teacher and a role model for
the students that will ha\e the
pleasure of \ our dedication and
icachme enthusiasm.
M a y G o d bless you and lead your future.
\\'e lo\ e \ou and w e are proud of you!
Dad. Mom. Greg. .Alexa and twin Michael
126
Congratulations
Kevin
Kevin P. Duffin
Bachelor of Music - Music Theater
The Catholic University of America
Kevin,
W e love you and are so proud of all you have done.
You are our shining star!
Love, M o m , Dad. & Erin
J a m e s L. Swiger III
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
Minor - Theological and Religious Studies
Dear Jimmy,
May God bless you and guide you on
your journey. A new door is about to
open. Hope this quote will help you
through the days ahead.
Love always and forever,
M o m and Dad X O.
othing in the world can take
the place of persistence. Talent will
not. Nothing is more common than
unseccessful men with talent. Genius
will not. Unrewarded genius is almost a
proverb. Education will not. The world
is full of educated derelects. Persistence,
determination and hard work make the
difference".
Calvin Coolidge
30th President of the United States
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OsE FINAL NOTE
Dear Reader,
I hope you have enjoyed this volume of The Cardinal. I would
like to thank the following editors for the time and effort the put
into the book:
Greg KowalskI, Organizations
Ashley Mowatt, People
Mallory Meehan, People
Michael P. Ferguson, Business
Katie McEvoy, Year-in-Review
Phil Essington, Copy Chief
Meghan Stokes, Year-in-Review
James Haggerty, Layout
I would also like to thank all the organizations that submitted
pictures and text for their respective pages. Without your help
w e would not have been able to cover your group. Eric Isley at
Big E's Images of Nature and Ron Sartini at Click of the Shutter
Photography also deserve thanks for their help with the cover
photographs.
I am also grateful of our adviser Constantia Dedoulis for her help
in putting this book together as well as anyone else I m a y have
failed to mention. I could not have done this book alone.
Truly,
m
Peter C. B o w m a n , Editor-in-Chief