The Sister M. Patricia Lyons Distinguished Alumni Award
Established in 1982 in honor of Sister Patricia Lyons, O.P., who provided 33 years of outstanding service to Dominican as director of alumni relations, this award honors Alumni Association members who have distinguished themselves in service to the University.
Mary has served on the alumni board of directors and as an advisor to the alumni relations department. She has represented Dominican in the community, identifying potential students for whom our campus would be the right place to continue their education and personal journey. Dominican University is truly embedded in her, and she is Dominican. As a wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, she embodies the ideals of study, reflection, community, and service and lives them daily.
- Ben Stricker ā95 (2023)
- Jean Smith Nelson ā72 (2022)
- Mary Jane Burke ā74, MS ā76 (2021)
- Sister Margaret Diener ā70 (2020)
- Gloria Sun Hom ā62 (2019)
- Susan Johann Gilardi ā68 (2018)
- The Bradley Sisters ā60 - ā67 (2017)
- Pepe Gonzales ā02 (2016)
- Joy Phoenix ā93 (2015)
- Loraine Barry ā86 (2014)
- Sr. Maureen McInerney ā68 (2013)
- Virginia Murillo ā52 (2012)
- Joan McDonald ā61 (2011)
- Sheila Doyle Kiernan ā48 (2010)
- Olga Malati Dollar ā39 (2009)
- Mary Grandin ā50 (2008)
- Winifred Coleman ā57 (2007)
- Sister Marie Sagues ā51 (2006)
- Amy Bjorklund Reeder ā90 (2005)
- Sister Francis de Sales Taggart ā40 (2004)
- Mark A. Jordan ā75 (2003)
- Virginia Formichi ā47 (2002)
- Genevieve Murphy Moore ā81 (2001)
- Elizabeth Purcell ā69 (2000)
- Stephanie Bulich ā72 (1999)
- Judith Dicks OāToole ā68 (1998)
- Jacqueline McDonald Tarantino ā68 (1997)
- Patricia Cribben Dreier ā44 (1996)
- Mary Kilkenny Glendening ā50 (1995)
- Miriam Anne Detert ā47 (1994)
- Mary Helen Power Fairchild ā48 (1993)
- Cecile Granjean Volin ā37 (1992)
- Elizabeth Jewell Girard ā30 (1991)
- Patricia Farbstein McGrath ā55 (1990)
- Veronica Shannon Angwin ā39 (1989)
- Patricia Rennie Dahl ā61 (1988)
- Patricia Bannan Cruden ā40 (1987)
- Patricia Sweeney Jackson ā36 (1986)
- Iris Campodonico Pera ā58 (1985)
- Catherine Geary Sweeny ā39 (1984)
- Alicia McEvoy ā28 (1983)
- Geraldine Mulcahy ā28 (1983)
- Sister M. Patricia Lyons, O.P. ā37 (1982)
The Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
Established in 1995, this award recognizes alumni who exemplify the Dominican values of study, community, reflection and service through significant contributions to their professional fields and consistent service to the University.
Before her tenure at GLIDE, Gina's commitment to community service was evident in her roles with Young Community Developers, the San Francisco YMCA, and other key organizations. Her leadership philosophy emphasizing the importance of leading from behind and moving people forward together, has guided her through various impactful positions, including her time as the California State Director at The Trust for Public Land and CEO of the San Francisco Education Fund. Ginaās personal story, from relying on GLIDE's support as a young mother in the late 1980s to leading the same organization today, embodies a powerful message of hope and the possibility of breaking the cycle of poverty.
- Christanne Gallagher ā83 (2023)
- Marv Zauderer, MS ā02 (2022)
- Kat Skiles ā07 (2021)
- Dr. Julie Jordan ā75 (2020)
- Theodore āSkipā Kniesche ā91 (2019)
- Jennifer Morrissey ā88 (2018)
- Maureen Sedonaen ā08 (2017)
- Major General Angela Salinas ā76 (2016)
- Mary Jane Burke ā74 (2015)
- Sister Gervaise Valpey ā61 (2014)
- Sarah āSallyā Duque ā51 (1999)
- Elizabeth Devereaux ā64 (1999)
- Ms. Kathleen Lyons Tierney ā67 (1998)
- Sister M. Martin Barry, O.P., ā25 (1998)
- Rose Anne Campbell ā87 (1997)
- Signe Pollack Sugiyama ā84, MA ā87 (1997)
- Hollie Selfridge, ā94 (1997)
- Jesus Campos, ā92 (1997)
- Laurie Lynch Meyer, ā69 (1997)
- Louis A. Botto, MM ā77 (1997)
- Leslie Ross ā78 (1996)
- Heidi Price ā85 (1996)
- Patricia Garbarino ā77 BA Education ā78 Credential #1 & #2 ā81 MS ā83 (1996)
- Teresa D. Campos ā87 (1996)
- Paul Douglas Maxwell ā73 (1996)
- Xiangjie Luo ā90 MBA (1996)
- Eileen Bach-y-Rita ā78 (1996)
- Virginia Formichi ā46 (1996)
- Edward Cunningham MA ā66 (1996)
- Marvell C. Allen ā70 (1995)
- Mark A. Jordan 1975 (1995)
- Mary Jane Burke ā74, MA ā76 (1995)
- Patricia M. Grasso MS ā82 (1995)
- Idgi R. DāAndrea ā79 (1995)
- Gay Lynn Bremer-Richards ā87 (1995)
- Peggy Glockner Hartshorn ā69 (1995)
- Kathryn Wilen Hobart ā75 (1995)
- Theodosia S. Robertson ā67 (1995)
- Barry Caparoso ā76 (1995)
- Meg Caparoso ā75 (1995)
Sister M. Aquinas Nimitz, O.P. Distinguished Service Award
Established in 2006 in recognition of Sister M. Aquinas Nimitzās 42 years of service to the university, this award honors those who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service, commitment and dedication to all members of the Dominican community.
Stuart's commitment to excellence in education and broadcasting is evident. He has nurtured a dynamic and evolving team, encouraging a culture of professionalism and creativity that resonates throughout our campus. His approach to teaching, characterized by genuine care, rigorous feedback, and an openness to assist students at any time, has inspired a generation of Dominican graduates to pursue their passions with confidence and skill.
- Dr. Chris Leeds (2023)
- Dr. Christian Dean (2023)
- Amy Henkelman (2022)
- Marly Norris (2021)
- Dr. Ruth Ramsey (2020)
- Michael Henkes (2019)
- Dr. Margaret Golden (2018)
- Willie Long (2017)
- Paul Raccanello ā96 (2016)
- LeeAnn Bartolini ā79 (2015)
- Robin Daly (2013)
- Sr. Marie Sagues ā51 (2013)
- Dr. John F. Kennedy (2012)
- Dr. James Deitz (2012)
- Dr. Joseph R. Fink (2011)
- Dr. Sherry Volk (2010)
- Dr. Francoise Lepage (2010)
- Sr. Carla Kovack ā69 (2009)
- Fr. Robert Haberman (2009)
- Dr. Philip Novak (2008)
- Mary Jane Baird (2008)
- Dr. Denise Lucy (2007)
- Claire Cumings (2007)
- Dr. James Boitano (2006)
- Maria McKinney (2006)
Outstanding Recent Graduate
This award recognizes Dominican alumni who have graduated within the last 10 years. Honorees exemplify our values of study, community, reflection and service through their work in their communities, professions and other endeavors.
Manny's commitment to service and leadership was evident throughout his time at Dominican. He served as a Resident Advisor, a student assistant in the Human Resources Department, and for the Institute for Leadership Studies. Manny's dedication to diversity and inclusion was showcased as he led the PRIDE Club, which was recognized as the Student Organization of the Year in 2019. His involvement in the LeaderShape Institute Bay Area Consortium ignited his passion for higher education, leading him to pursue a Master's Program in Higher Education and Student Affairs at the University of San Francisco.
- Maria Ćlvarez Pineda ā20 (2023)
- Erika Rosales-Shelfo ā17 (2023)
- Jessica Jones ā14 (2022)
- Amiya Powell-Hodge ā11 (2021)
- Casey Lee Thorne ā10 (2020)
- Adrienne Jose ā13 (2019)
- Oscar O'Con Jr. ā17 (2019)
- Darcel Sanders ā09 (2018)
- Maureen "Mo" de Nieva-Marsh ā07 (2017)
- Gigi Gillard '06 & ā07 MBA (2016)
- Gabrielle Pecora ā11 (2015)
- Valerie Jane Chua ā08 (2015)