After graduating from ,Patricia Antonopoulosraised five children and earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UMKC. She taught primary grades in Shawnee Mission School District and went on to teach in the Education Department of Park University. Pat has volunteered at Strawberry Hill Museum, area elementary schools and Keeler Women’s Center. She also has served on the College Alumni Board. Pat co-authored the book, Four Ordinary Women in 2009.
“ taught me the importance of taking responsibility, of following through with no excuses. The Benedictine Sisters could smile with understanding if a term paper was late, but the grade stood - no excuses. They were my mentors, our professors and our inspiration.”
After his graduation from ’s English as a Second Language program, Ahmed Awadearned his osteopathic medicine degree in 1994 from the Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences. He went on to complete an Internal Medicine residency and Nephrology fellowship at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Awad has a special interest in the various reasons for the progression of kidney disease and its effect on cardiac disease. He has co-authored several medical publications and directed several clinical research trials.
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“My professors helped me to learn English and to become familiar with American culture through the various gatherings they arranged. The friendships that I formed are some of my fondest memories.”
Dan Braumstarted attending in the fall of 1966 while working 60 hours per week at the Ford plant during the evenings. After , he attended Kansas State University earning a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 1973, followed by his MBA in 1975. Retiring in 2006 after a long career with Xerox, Dan has served as president of the Alumni Association and currently serves on ’s Board of Trustees.
“Even though I went on to achieve higher degrees at other colleges, is where I got my start and it’s where I found my passion for learning.”
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Marcia Braungrew up on Strawberry Hill and was the first in her family to graduate from college. After , Marcia attended the University of Kansas, graduating in 1965 with a degree in French, inspired by Sister Jerome, her French teacher at . She earned her MSEd/TESOL from the University of Miami in 1992. After raising two children, Marcia taught ESOL part-time. Later, she was hired by the Miami-Dade County Public School System where she taught ESOL to high school students for 24 years.
“ was the bridge - to keep me going in my education. I am convinced it was the bridge, a soul-touching bridge, that was responsible for my becoming a teacher - a choice of which I am very proud and one that I have never regretted.”
After graduating from ,George Breidenthalcontinued his education at what was then Kansas State Teachers College at Emporia where he majored in history and earned a teaching degree in secondary education. After two years as a substitute teacher he joined six generations of family banking, working his way up and eventually buying a bank with some partners, which he then sold in the 1990’s. In 2015 when George passed away he left behind a legacy of service to his community; he served for 32 years on the USD 500 School Board, 24 years as a member and former chairperson of the Board of Directors, and was a long-time appointed member of the KCK Landmarks Commission.
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“ was very diverse in 1969 and it’s still that way today which makes it a really great place to learn about the world and learn about yourself.”
Following his graduation from ,Eugene (Gene)Burdolskiattended the University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He never forgot the tremendous role played in his life, and remained connected to the College through his work on both the advancement and marketing advisory committees, as well as the steadfast involvement and leadership during the College’s annual Alumni Phonathon. Known for giving back to his beloved Kansas City community, Gene was a board member for Good Samaritan Project and AIDS Service Foundation. He also volunteered his time at organizations like the Kansas City Hope Care Center and Friends of Chamber Music. He was an active parishioner of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Kansas City, Missouri, where he served in a variety of roles, including Eucharistic minister, lector, usher and member of the choir.
After ,Pat Callaghanearned her bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth and later received her master’s degree from Baker University. She taught at St. Patrick and the Cathedral’s grade schools in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. She taught at from 1984 to 1990, and returned in 2001 as an academic advisor until her retirement in 2008.
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“When I first attended , the Benedictine Sisters welcomed me, accepted me unconditionally and helped me see myself through their eyes. It affirmed my self-worth and made a lifetime impression.”
Susan Carrollgraduated from and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, psychology and English from St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth, Kansas. Susan returned to Wyandotte County and worked for the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas for more than 30 years in a variety of roles, including Administrative Consultant to the Archbishop. She also co-directed the archdiocesan Annual Women’s Retreat. In 2008, she became the Interim Executive Director for Community Housing of Wyandotte County (CHWC). After two-years, Susan decided to become a full-time volunteer for CHWC. She continues to serve in this role today, as well as on the Board of Directors for various community groups including CHWC, the YMCA, and United Way. Susan is a graduate of Leadership 2000 and an active alumna who lends her leadership to various planning committees for events such as the Dash 5K, Arts in the Heart, and Convocation Day celebrations.
JudgeThomas Clarkgrew up in the shadow of and spent most of his childhood just three blocks away from the College’s original location on Sandusky Avenue. After graduating from in 1958, Clark went on to earn both a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and Bachelor of Science in engineering physics with distinction at the University of Kansas. While his instructors encouraged him to further his eduction in physics, Clark knew his real passion was to study law. In 1964, he graduated from KU Law School and was admitted to the Missouri Bar. Judge Clark practiced both criminal and civil law from 1964 to 1987, serving Kansas City as a prosecutor, trial attorney and assistant city attorney. In 1987, he was appointed to the Jackson County Circuit Court as a Circuit Court Judge where he served until his retirement in August 2008. During his tenure, Clark also graduated from the National Judicial College at the University of Nevada in Reno with a Master of Judicial Studies - a degree held by very few judges in the United States.
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Mr. Danaattended College in1969-70 and graduated from BenedictineCollegewith a BS in Business Administration in1972.After startingworkas abankteller, Mr. Danawent on to serve asPresident and CEO of Central Bank in Kansas City for 29 years before transitioning to his current role as Vice Chairman. Hiscareer in community banking has spanned more than 50 years.
During his years at Central Bank, Mr. Danaserved on numerous civic, social, and trade association boards andwascalled upon to speakonmany banking industry topics including compliance, community development, and bank profitability. He has spoken before the FDIC, the OCC, the Missouri Division of Finance, U.S. House subcommittees, numerous trade associations, and variousbanking organizations.
Mr. Danais grateful for the education he received at College: “It is truly a source of personal pride that I was a student there 50 years ago. They offer an affordable world class education to many minority students. So many of these students are the first in their families to attend college.”
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Eight years after graduating from ,Anita Dixonfounded Passage Unlimited, the Kansas City area’s first full-time Heritage Tour company. She has also consulted on the development of tourism for the states of Missouri and Kansas. The Lady of Freedom Monument Foundation (LFMF) is the organization she began in 2002 after working to pass H.R. 1635, The National Network to Freedom Act which preserves the sites and history of the Underground Railroad.
“At the time I needed it most, was a nurturing place, concerned about where every student was going. helped me plant my feet and find my way.”
After service in the Navy, Phil Dohertygraduated from and then attended the University of Kansas, where he earned a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s degree from SMSU. Phil volunteers his time with his parish and with various charities in his community and he and his wife, Mary Jo, were chosen by Archbishop Naumann to be the Chairpersons of the 2013 Call to Share fundraising appeal for the Archdiocese. Phil served as President of the Alumni Association, and in 2011, he and his wife started an endowed scholarship fund at to benefit Native American students.
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