May marks the beginnings of spring, May Crowning, and celebrating our foundress Blessed Marie-Rose. It is also a month dedicated to honoring mothers, midwives, families, and recognizing the contributions and sacrifices of members of the armed forces, past and present. If you are like me, you are stirring up new BBQ recipes, I would love to hear from you if you have a good one to share!

This month also presents the culmination of our student's fine work at the Student Spring Art Show. I hope you will consider attending, it is scheduled on Friday, May 9 between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. with displays throughout our hallways and Commons. Click here to register.

Click here to review the impressive list of schools our graduating seniors have committed to attending in the fall. Please contact them through AHNConnect. This platform makes it so convenient to connect with our alumnae and network with our graduating seniors looking for internships, guidance about your college or university alma mater, and moving to your area.

Please also consider joining us for our Senior Alumnae Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, May 20 and you can register below. We have seven legacy mothers who will be a part of this memorable day. Thank you to our Senior Alumnae Induction Ceremony committee members Tamara Thorpe-Odom '92, P '17 '23 and Sandra Odom '23 for donating their time, talents, and treasure.

If you are a veteran or serving in the armed forces, please email me a picture and information about your service so we can celebrate you in our next issue.

Happy Mother's Day to our mothers of all kinds!

God bless,

Katie Ann McDermott '98

DeSorbo '10 to Deliver Keynote at Senior Alumnae Induction Ceremony

AHN Partners in Education sponsor, Paige DeSorbo '10 is a New York Times bestselling author, multi-faceted television personality, host, and fashion tastemaker.

She is a longstanding fan-favorite across multiple tentpole Bravo franchises —Summer House, Winter House and Southern Charm— and was recognized by Variety as one of the “40 Most Powerful Women in Reality TV” in 2023.

DeSorbo will deliver the keynote address at this year's Senior Alumnae Induction Ceremony on May 20.

Right: DeSorbo with Dr. Kilbridge and Marcia White, former President of the College of St. Rose (DeSorbo's alma mater)

Mother Marie-Rose, foundress of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM), was beatified in Rome by John Paul II on May 23, 1982, and was given the name Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher. In this way, the Church acknowledged her as a woman totally fulfilled in God. On this day, we delight in praying to her with joy and thanksgiving.

Blessed Marie-Rose, woman in search of God,

You did not seek “the heights”

But in the simplicity of your days, you were able to please our God .

Blessed are you by God!

Blessed Marie-Rose, woman with heart on fire,

Through the gift of your life and the radiance of your presence,

You planted life and light in the hearts of all who met you.

Blessed are you by God!

Blessed Marie-Rose, woman of mission,

You saw the needs of your time and heard the call;

Risking change to sow new life.

Blessed are you by God!

Blessed Marie-Rose, woman of tenderness,

You “took the children by the hand

In order to lead them towards tomorrow.”

Blessed are you by God!

Blessed Marie-Rose, woman of hope,

You are ever alive in our midst.

Give us strength and courage for our journey.

Blessed are you by God!

We pray:

Blessed Marie-Rose, you who have found grace before God, intercede for us.

Obtain for us the audacity of Faith, the simplicity of Hope and the power of Love.

Amen.

In November, on Giving Tuesday, so many of you generously gave to The Carlo Cherubino Memorial Fund. The outpouring of gratitude and love for Carlo was a beautiful tribute to his memory. Holy Names was able to raise nearly $40,000 in his honor, and establish an ongoing fund in his name.

Boston, MA

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If you reside and/or are employed in these or other various regions of the United States, we invite you to consider the wonderful opportunity of sponsoring a brunch, social hour, or gathering for fellow alumnae in your community during the 2025-26 school year.

This is a fantastic chance to connect, network, and foster relationships that can lead to lasting friendships and professional collaborations. Should you feel inspired to take part in this initiative or have any inquiries, please email me.

Your involvement will make a significant impact on your local alumnae community!

Skylar Bobersky '19

Congratulations to Skylar Bobersky '19 for participating in the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy’s Pinning Ceremony at High Point University. The ceremony formally recognizes third-year student pharmacists’ transition from being primarily a didactic learner to being fully immersed in experiential education.

Arissa Spitalny '15

Shoutout to Arissa Spitalny '15, a doctoral research assistant, who participated in the annual Statewide Meeting of the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer-to-Peer Program.

The program, which is operated by the NYS Office of Mental Health with collaborative support from the NYS Department of Veterans Services, helps veterans overcome the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life by providing peer-to-peer support and non-clinical services that foster community, connection, and well-being.

Congratulations Cassandra Paul '21

Experiences in and out of the classroom helped Cass Paul '21, now an Advertising and Public Relations major at RIT grow as a leader, explore new experiences, and prepare for a career in digital marketing, advertising, and public relations.

As she nears graduation day, Cassandra reflects on her favorite RIT memory, courses, and accomplishments, while also remembering people like her parents and favorite professors who supported her along the way. Read more here

Hafsa Khan '23

Thank you to Hafsa Kahn ‘23, who visited our Theology-World Religions class to share with the students her life as a Muslim.

Lindsay DiDio '01

Lindsay DiDio ‘01 brought her niece, Evelyn ‘31 to school on last Wednesday, and took a walk down memory lane. Lindsay was visiting from Vermont where she is a High School Art teacher.

Sarah Jane Hardwick '06

Congratulations to Sarah Jane and her husband Duncan for welcoming their third child Henry in London! Henry's siblings, Arabella (6) and William (3) are also thrilled to welcome their newest member of their family.

Alyson Insero '14

Congratulations to AHN Accounting Clerk Alyson Insero ‘14 on her engagement!



Staff, including mom, Cathy ‘83, threw her a surprise bridal shower on Monday, complete with an appearance from fiancé, Ryan! Best wishes to the happy couple!

Megan Bell '21

Megan Bell '21 is featured in the Times Union after being named Liberty League Women’s Runner of the Year.

Photo Courtesy: Rochester Athletics.

Grace Field '20

Congratulations to Grace for being named to the Sun Conference's All-Tournament Women's Basketball Team!