The Nest: May 2025

The monthly newsletter for alumni and friends of Stockton University

Undergraduates Told That Through Struggle Comes Progress


Commencement keynote speaker Dwight McBee MBA '15, the chief patient experience officer at RWJBarnabas Health, reiterated how progress can be obtained through struggle.


“Ahead of you, storm clouds gather, and the winds begin to blow. And yet, my fellow Ospreys, this is not the moment to fold your wings. It is the moment to spread them wide,” McBee said. “It is time to fly. When you are on your way, just remember in your heart to say, ‘An Osprey always finds their way home!’”


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#OspreysEverywhere


Doctoral and Master's graduates posing with alumni bandanas after their Commencement ceremony 🎓 Congrats grads! 

Donation Creates Scholarship in Memory of Slain Son of U.S. Judge


The Stockton University Foundation received a $100,000 gift May 19 from the Daniel Anderl Judicial Protection Project to create an endowed scholarship for undergraduate students interested in studying privacy law, cybersecurity and criminal justice.


The Daniel Anderl Judicial Protection Project’s mission is to further the safety, security and privacy of members of the judicial community and their families. Three members of the project’s board attended a check presentation on campus with members of the Stockton community.


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"The Foundation Scholarship allowed me to travel to Thailand last summer to study small animal and elephant veterinary medicine with veterinarians and other pre-vet students from around the world. This opportunity to develop global awareness will make me a more compassionate and well-rounded future veterinarian."


Mikki Pomato '25, Foundation Scholarship Recipient

Upcoming Events:

Alumni Achievement Awards

Thursday, June 5

Stockton Reunion

at Bar-A

Saturday, June 14

Young Alumni Pour & Explore

Thursday, July 17

See all upcoming alumni events here.

More headlines:

Tree Planted in Memory of Longtime Stockton Supporter Juanita High

‘Anne Frank Tree’ Sapling Planted to Remember Gail Rosenthal

Master’s and Doctoral Graduates Urged to Lead with Kindness

Graduating Students Celebrated in Various Ceremonies

Class Note: Terry King '96, Ed.D. '22


Terry King '96, Ed.D. '22 was named captain of the professional standards and advocacy unit by Temple University's Department of Public Safety.


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Alumni Business Directory Highlight:

Absecon Blooms


Alumni Owner: Sarah Scheer '03


Absecon Blooms is a family-owned and operated local flower and gift shop. They specialize in everyday arrangements, events and weddings.

Get a Stockton Bucket Hat When You Make a Gift of $25 or More

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