Happy August!

As a new semester begins this August, there's no better time to reconnect with the Iona community and look ahead to what's next. From our upcoming Trustees Invitational and Homecoming Weekend to celebrating National Make-A-Will Month with a free opportunity to plan for the future, catch up on all of the ways to stay engaged and make a lasting impact.

Thank you for being part of our Gael family,

- Iona University Office of Alumni Engagement

This August is National Make-A-Will Month, a nationwide movement to help everyone, regardless of wealth or age, create a plan for the future. By joining, you can care for your loved ones for generations to come. Our partner, FreeWill, makes this process completely free and easy to complete in about 20 minutes.

Already have a will? Take a few minutes to review and update it.
Don't have one yet? Create yours today—free, online, and in about 20 minutes.

Your gift to Iona helps provide scholarships, strengthen academic programs, and create life-changing opportunities for our students. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a lasting impact on the Gael community.

Citi Field - 41 Seaver Way, Flushing, NY 11368

Join fellow Gaels as the New York Mets take on the San Diego Padres. Tickets include a seat in the Coke Corner, a three-hour beer, water, and soda drink package, and an $18 food voucher.

Reconnect with fellow alumni and build new connections with members of the Iona community. Join current students and fellow Gaels for an evening centered on networking, conversation, and the meaningful relationships that continue to shape our community.

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, share your experiences, get involved, or simply reconnect with fellow Iona graduates, this evening is for you.

851 Fenimore Rd, Mamaroneck, NY 10543

There's still time to join fellow alumni and friends at Winged Foot on the green in support of student scholarships! Limited spots remain. Learn more here.

The 2026 Iona University Trustees Invitational Auction will feature a variety of exciting experiences. Proceeds from the auction enable deserving students, including Winged Foot employees and their families, to pursue their education at Iona University. Preview some of this year's featured auction experiences!

715 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801

 Join us for a dynamic, full-day Gabelli Center Fall 2026 conference that explores meeting the challenge of AI-aware education. This robust event will feature keynote speaker Marc Watkins, an internationally recognized expert on generative AI in education, as well as writing experts and educators.

We are excited to welcome you back to campus for a weekend of celebration! Homecoming Weekend is happening from October 16–17, 2026. We look forward to welcoming alumni, families, current students and friends back to campus. 

We invite Iona University's Diamond (Class of 1966) and Golden (Class of 1976) Jubilarian Reunions to join us for our upcoming celebrations! We are excited to offer several opportunities throughout the weekend for our reunion classes to gather together, as well as special events for our Golden Gaels (alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago). 

All reunion events are complimentary and all Golden Gaels are invited to attend.

Friday, October 16 | 6 p.m. | Mulcahy Gymnasium

Registration is required. 

Honor outstanding alumni achievements and enjoy an evening of celebration, dining, and dancing with the full alumni community. We look forward to recognizing the following alumni award recipients:

Brother J. Kevin Devlin, CFC, Ed.D., ’61

Nadia Matthie, CPA, ’98

David Stanchak, Esq., ’80

Joseph Guarracino ’89

Tricia Riccio ’91

Antonio Buchanan ’83

Nicole Genser ’21

The LaPenta School of Business is among the 6 percent of institutions offering business degrees worldwide that have achieved AACSB accreditation.

 Students in Iona University’s Education in Real Life program recently visited Eos Energy Enterprises, a leading energy storage company at the forefront of energy innovation.

The MBA Spotlight Series serves as a powerful validation of the program’s ROI by showcasing real-world examples of alumni who leveraged their degree to achieve significant career pivots or leadership advancements in the program's 60+ year history.

Former Chairman, President & CEO – Sterling Bank

Thomas M. O'Brien '81MBA is a veteran financial services leader with more than four decades of executive experience across major regional and national banks.  He served as Chairman, President & CEO of Sterling Bank & Trust and held top executive roles at Emigrant Bancorp, Sun Bancorp, State Bancorp, Atlantic Bank of New York, and North Side Savings Bank.

CFO, Charles Schwab

Michael D. Verdeschi '90, '95MBA is the Managing Director and CFO of The Charles Schwab Corporation, overseeing treasury, controller functions, and financial planning and analysis.

Your fellow Gaels want to know what you’ve been up to! Whether you’ve recently reached a professional milestone, reconnected with classmates, or achieved something you're proud of — we want to hear about it!

We invite you to submit a Class Note for the upcoming issue of the Iona University Magazine.

If you have a photo to accompany your note, we’d love to include it! Send your submission to alumni@iona.edu. We look forward to hearing from you and sharing your news with the Iona community! 

Submissions may be used in our Alumni Magazine and social media platforms at the discretion of the Iona University Magazine and Office of Alumni Engagement.

Thank you to all the Gaels who came out for a great game at Yankee Stadium! Our alumni Yankees fans enjoyed a win against the St. Louis Cardinals at our Iona University Alumni Night!

As Business Development Manager and Real Estate Specialist at Kings Capital Construction Group, Inc. — a commercial general contractor, site development contractor, and developer serving the greater New York region — Victoria Bruno ‘10 has built a career defined by relationships, strategy, and impact. A licensed New York State Real Estate Salesperson, she works closely with executive leadership to drive business development, strengthen brand presence, and cultivate meaningful partnerships.

Just two years after completing both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Public Relations at Iona University, Kerri Shea '23, '24MA has been named Communications Director for a New York State Senator. Within her role, she manages media relations and serves as a key liaison between her senator and the press, putting her at the intersection of policy and the people it affects most.

Learning in Retirement at Iona University (LIRIC) serves the intellectual and social needs of a vibrant community of lifelong learners. Courses are taught by LIRIC members and by experts from the larger community. Each session’s offerings cover a broad range of academic and cultural topics. 

Our Gaels Go Further mentoring and networking opportunities bring together alumni, students, faculty and staff to help all Gaels achieve personal and career success. Interested in learning more about helping students prepare for their careers, or in networking with fellow alumni for your own career support?

Email Matthew Ricker, Assistant Director of Student & Alumni Engagement, at mricker@iona.edu to learn more or visit our webpage. Together, Gaels Go Further!

Iona University Office of Alumni Engagement
Telephone: (914) 633-2390 | Fax: (914) 637-2711 
Email: alumni@iona.edu

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