SUNY Maritime College 2019-2020 Annual Report

S U N Y M A R I T I M E C O L L E G E 2019-20 ANNUAL REPORT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Letter from the President WILLIAM F. AUSTEN ’80 First Million Dollar Donor RICHARD A. ANGERAME ’73 Largest Unrestricted Gift Donor

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Major Conferences with Internal and External Constituents ORGANIZATION OF BLACK MARITIME GRADUATES Advocate for Underrepresented Students GRADUATES OF 1969 Help Support Construction of New Student Union Meeting Short and Long-term Students’ Financial Needs

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A Lifelong Connection Through Giving

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SUNY Maritime Foundation Admiral’s Council Recognition

Honor Roll of Donors Endowment Funds

2019-20 Maritime College Financial Report

Maritime College Leadership

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Letter from THE PRESIDENT W e began the 2019-2020 fiscal and academic year as any other year; MUGs underwent Indoctrination; the campus was filled with the vibrancy of students, faculty and staff; and the College calendar reflected a year’s worth of events, campus activities, and athletic competitions. Who would have expected the complete disruption of a vibrant campus life due to the onset of the novel coronavirus 19 (COVID-19)? Suddenly, COVID-19 affected teaching, learning, campus life and Summer Sea Term. While the numerous effects of COVID-19 were felt throughout the empty campus by early spring, none was more profound than the economic strain many Maritime College students and their families underwent due to job loss, illness or both. Students were faced with an uncertainty regarding their education, career and future. Concurrently, campus operations were severely impacted due to a reduction in state support compounded by the allocation of refunds to students. Throughout those difficult times, the generosity of donors abounded. Many of our alumni heeded the call, ready and willing to provide assistance in the form of scholarships, endowed scholarships, restricted and unrestricted gifts. In fact, Maritime College was thrilled to receive its very first $1million gift, followed by a second $1million gift, both from alumni. In this Annual Report, million dollar donors Bill Austen ‘80 and Richard Angerame ’73, as well as other alumni, share their stories on why it was important for them to give. As this has been a year like no other, we dedicate this Annual Report to highlighting the different types of gifts, donations and funds that our donors have contributed at a time of substantial student need. We remain focused, even during this pandemic, on providing the academic rigor our students have come to expect and affording opportunities for Maritime College students to realize their future. Thank you for your support. I look forward to continuing this voyage with you.

. . . we dedicate this Annual Report to highlighting the different types of gifts, donations and funds that our donors have contributed at a time of substantial student need.

RADM Michael Alfultis, USMS, Ph.D. President

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DESIGNATED GIFT

WILLIAM F. AUSTEN ’80 First Million Dollar Donor

W hen William F. Austen set out to pursue a Bachelor of Marine Engineering at Maritime College over four decades ago, he could only imagine the journey that lay ahead. He served on the varsity swim team throughout his four years at the College and became the swim team’s captain. He sought out leadership positions and became an Indoctrination Officer, took on the role of assistant division officer during Summer Sea Term, and served on the Regimental Command. Upon graduating in 1980 with a U.S. Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer License and commission in the U.S. Navy, he married his high school sweetheart, Nancy. Austen began his professional career as a field engineer with General Electric (GE) Marine Services in Newport, VA. He spent 9 years in Virginia and was promoted to sales engineer and engineering manager where he was responsible for growing and leading the marine services businesses from Virginia to Miami,

FL. During this time, Austen attended George Washington University to complete a master’s degree in Engineering Administration in 1984. His trajectory with GE would set Austen on course to Chicago as GE’s mid-west district manager. There, he was responsible for various automation projects within the industrial services division and soon became the regional manager of a wider district. Austen spent eight additional years with GE in turnaround assignments, affording him the opportunity to run domestic, global and wholly owned subsidiary companies, as well as helping him grow professionally and develop a variety of skills. After 20 successful years at GE, Austen was recruited by Bemis Company to take on the position of President and CEO, Morgan Adhesives Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bemis Company in Ohio. He worked for 3 years in Ohio before being asked to serve as Vice

President of Operations of the Bemis Company headquarters in Oshkosh, WI. Bemis Company is a publicly traded NYSE listed company and a leader in packaging for food, consumer product, healthcare and industrial applications through the talents of more than 16,000 employees at 56 plants in 12 countries worldwide. Austen’s knowledge of the Bemis Company’s business, operations and customers contributed to the phenomenal growth of the manufacturing and operations, skill in international mergers and acquisitions, and business integration contributed to the expansion of Bemis into Latin America and Asia. Austen retired in 2019 as President and CEO of Bemis Company, capping a highly successful 19-year career after merging the company with Amcor Packaging, creating the largest and most valued consumer goods packaging company across the globe. 161-year-old company. His expertise in global

“The opportunity to be a leader is one of the most unique aspects that every Fort Schuyler graduate learns and leaves with when they graduate. “

–Bill Austen ’80

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As Austen reflected upon his career after retirement, he and his wife, Nancy decided to donate $1 million to Fort Schuyler. His gift, the largest given by an individual donor, is the first million dollars ever awarded to Maritime College by an alum. “The kernel, if you will, of my success as a leader was Fort Schuyler,” said Austen. “The opportunity to be a leader is one of the most unique aspects that every Fort Schuyler graduate learns and leaves with when they graduate. I knew it was time to give back substantially and Fort Schuyler was first and foremost.” Austen’s generous gift will be applied towards the construction of the College’s

innovative Seamanship Training Center. The cutting-edge Center will be set on the beautiful waterfront and feature a Marine Environmental Science wet lab on the first floor consisting of aquaria and touch tanks for

students will be completed in late 2021. Throughout Austen’s professional journey, his commitment to Fort Schuyler has been unparalleled.

A proud alumnus, Austen continues to solidify his legacy in leadership as one of six founding members of the SUNY Maritime Foundation Board of Directors of which he has served since 2017.

teaching and research. The second floor will support seamanship training for students and professional mariners. Sustainability design directives for the two- story structure include environmentally-friendly green technologies such as net-zero energy building (NZEB) and mass timber construction. The living, learning laboratory for Facilities Engineering

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UNRESTRICTED GIFT

RICHARD A. ANGERAME ’73: $1M Gift Donor… Largest Unrestricted Gift

n entrepreneur since the age of 28, Richard A. Angerame of the Maritime College Class of 1973, recognized early on that he had a knack for managing and leading a business. Angerame, a native of upstate New York, learned about Maritime College through a mutual friend. As the son of an architect, Angerame was determined at a young age to pursue a career in engineering. He knew from his first day at Maritime that his college experience would require intense focus and dedication. His hard work paid off when, prior to graduation, he received multiple job offers. He accepted the position of service engineer with Carrier Air Conditioning, a major manufacturer of ventilation and air conditioning systems. His office location in New Jersey granted him easy access to New York City. A

and transportation hubs. “Our engineers, many of whom are Maritime College graduates, are the best in the country,” he stated. Angerame’s three sons, Timothy ‘00, Peter ‘04 and Christopher ‘06, inherited their father’s business savvy, each following in his footsteps and acquiring an engineering degree from Maritime College. After establishing their own successful business careers individually, they all joined him over ten years ago, each focusing on a specific aspect of the business. “My sons have been very successful in applying the knowledge and skills they gained at Maritime College,” stated Angerame. Just before COVID-19 struck in early 2020, Angerame knew it was time to make an unrestricted gift to his alma mater. This type of giving is unique in that there are no limitations on how the

As fortune would have it, Angerame encountered a fellow Maritime College graduate at Carrier and in partnership, they formed a company of their own, selling it after four years to an English venture capital firm. He soon began establishing companies for the firm and eventually came upon the opportunity to form his own company, Manhattan-based utiliVisor. The company, originally established in 1978, has since expanded nation-wide under his leadership, with offices in Texas and Wisconsin. Angerame’s engineering insight has allowed him and his team of engineers to develop a business that analyzes and recommends remotely the efficient operation of large boiler, chiller and CHP plants/facilities and also provides submetering services (50,000 meters per month) for commercial office buildings, universities, hospitals, multi- use multi-tenant retail facilities,

“Maritime College provides the theoretical and practical aspects for success in the field of engineering ... It’s important to give and there is no reason or time not to give. “ –Richard Angerame ’73

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funds will be used. “I preferred the unrestricted gift to other types of gifts because the funds can easily go towards building an engineering educational facility that can be used for the next 20 years, or be applied towards any other purpose the College needs.” After donating a $300,000 unrestricted cash gift to

the College, Angerame also committed to gifting an additional $700,000, the majority of which is cash and also includes an in-kind donation of a three- year licensed subscription to the facilities engineering software developed by utiliVisor, making his unrestricted gift the largest ever received. “As someone who has managed a business for over forty years, I view unrestricted

Foundation for the past three years and is fiercely dedicated to the seeing the College advance technologically. “Maritime College provides the theoretical and practical aspects for success in the field of engineering and I was fortunate to have met people along the way who taught me. It’s important to give and there is no reason or time not to give.”

funds as seed money. These funds can be applied in different ways and help attract young men and women who can gain the technical knowledge, as well as the business/service aspects of engineering.” Angerame, who credits Maritime for a highly successful career, has served on the board of directors of the SUNY Maritime

Richard A. Angerame, President & CEO of

utiliVisor (second from left) with sons Peter ’04 (far left), Timothy ’00 (second from right) and Christopher ’06 (far right).

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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH Internal and External Constituents MAJOR CONFERENCES

M aritime College continues to focus on building and strengthening relationships with internal and external constituents through business gatherings and professional conferences. From 2019- 2020, numerous opportunities to learn from and with maritime industry leaders abounded. Three major conferences were held attracting hundreds of experts from across the country, many of whom shared their expertise at presentations and networking sessions. Students also shared in various opportunities to explore the shore-side business and engineering industries and obtain advice from fellow alumni and business leaders.

Learning from Industry Leaders and Fellow Alumni Industry experts participated as panelists in an afternoon of information and career advice at the Career Success Beyond Maritime Industry Panel on November 5, 2019. Shore-side Business, Shore-side Engineering and Shipping Out (Deck & Engine) industry panels showcased a wealth of information from experts within those industries. The event, included panelists Capt. Jim C. DeSimone ’73; Capt. Morgan McManus ‘92; Greg Stuart; James B. Hogle III ’88; Phil A. Kretzmer ’94; John Valvo ’83; Capt. Joseph Gross ’91; and Daniel Leon ’89. Moderators

such as Keynote Speaker Dr. Alana Duerr, Director of DNV GL, who offered insight to opportunities for maritime industry support of Ocean Wind Energy development

included Capt. Joseph F. Ahlstrom ’82; Sean Carswell ’99; and RADM Stash Pelkowski ’84. “It is important to use the networking resources that are available to you through the Alumni Association,” stated John Valvo ’83, Shore-side Engineering industry panelist and current President of the Maritime College Alumni Association Board of Directors. The Center of Excellence for Offshore Renewable Energy and the Maritime Industry Museum Host Ocean Wind Energy Conference On September 26, over 200 industry leaders attended the full-day conference to learn from presenters

and sustainment. The conference provided an overview of ocean wind power generation technology while

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10 th Annual Maritime Risk Symposium Focuses on Marine Transportation From November 13-15, the 10th annual Maritime Risk Symposium (MRS), held at Maritime College, brought together

focusing on the development of support infrastructure and skilled manpower needed to install and sustain the wind power generation projects in the region. Other experts included Lars Thaaning Pedersen, CEO Vinyard Wind and leaders from Equinor, EDFRenewables and Ørsted. The New York Economic Development Corporation sponsored the event. development of clean energy, and the creation of maritime jobs in our region,” said Capt. Eric Johansson, Distinguished Service Professor and Executive Director of the Maritime Industry Museum. “It is estimated that wind power energy support industries will bring over $1.2 billion in new economic activity to New York’s waterfront and beyond.” “We were pleased to host this conference focusing on the

Mark Buzby, and New York State Supreme Court Judge John Ingram. The Symposium provided the opportunity and education to establish strategic goals and collaborative lines of effort that progress at the same rate as the increased usage of waterways. The U.S. Coast Guard Evergreen Program concluded the symposium. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Center for Excellence Hosts First Conference The LNG Center for Excellence at Maritime College hosted its first conference, LNG for 2020: Fueling Tomorrow’s Shipping, on February 20. The full-day informative program delved into a variety of LNG aspects and issues ranging from establishing bunkering and transfer systems to LNG risk assessment and safety.

LNG is becoming an important fuel solution for sea-going vessels, and the conference – held during LNG Industry Week – examined the viability of using LNG as a marine fuel for a long-term solution in compliance with the IMO Sulfur Cap. Over 100 leaders from companies such as Shell, the American Bureau of Shipping, Chevron, Exxon Mobile, Marshall Island Registry, Port Authority of NY & NJ and NYC Ferry were in attendance. Ship owners, leaders in finance and insurance, as well as academicians learned about the challenges in the LNG industry and relevant solutions.

hundreds of representatives from various entities to discuss the threats, challenges, and risks encountered by the Marine Transportation System. Key industry leaders included First Coast Guard District Commander Rear Admiral Andrew Tiongson, MARAD Administrator

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SCHOLARSHIPS

ADVOCATING FOR UNDERREPRESENTED STUDENTS Through Scholarships and Strong Networks

I ssues surrounding diversity, inclusion and social justice took center stage in early 2020 causing institutions of higher education to deeply reflect upon the ways in which their communities effectively champion a diverse and inclusive campus environment. The very notion of diversity and inclusivity was the inspiration and impetus that led to the formation of the Organization of Black Maritime Graduates (OBMG), established in 1994 by Captain Robert K. Cook, Class of 1980, along with fellow alumni Captain Howard Wyche, Mark Bodden, Captain Eugene Monroe, Engineer Joe Lewis, and Dave Holman, Esq. As Founders, the original Board of Directors set the course. The current Board is the engine that propels OBMG in its mission as advocates for underrepresented and underserved engineers and mariners.

Organization of Black Maritime Graduates was founded. Capt. Cook was appointed by the new OBMG Board to serve as President and has been re- elected to that position at every election since. The first OBMG scholarships were awarded in 1995 to two black female cadets. Throughout its 25 years as a non-profit organization, OBMG has grown exponentially, awarding over $250,000 in scholarships. On average, more than $25,000 in scholarships is awarded yearly to students who need financial assistance to manage the costs of Summer Sea Term. OBMG also actively pursues opportunities to partner with other organizations and increase scholarship support, mentoring, networking, and recruitment. Having made a difference in the lives of many, OBMG is thankful for the donations and support it has received over the years. Many Drops Make Mighty Oceans.

and oceanography led him to attend Fort Schuyler. Upon graduation, he was hired by Military Sealift Command and for 10 years, worked in shipyard and dry dock operations, underway replenishment and on hydrographic surveillance ships. In 1993, Capt. Cook and Capt. Wyche were invited to attend a Black History Month event at Maritime College. Admiral “Hoss” Miller ’53, the College President at the time, informed them that program funding was being reduced for the upcoming academic year and students of color would be most impacted. Learning of this weighed heavily on Capt. Cook who knew he wanted to offer assistance to underrepresented students studying to become merchant mariners and engineers. “I always believed that education should be a fundamental right; accessible to anyone without barriers. We wanted to become involved; to assist and encourage,” stated Capt. Cook. In the spring of 1994, the

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O F B L A C K M A R I T I M E G R A D U A T E S

STUDENT DIVERSITY (Fall 2019)

Gender Male

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Underrepresented

Veterans

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Capt. Cook’s high school interests in science, math

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In addition to awarding scholarships, OBMG mentors students and graduates, helping to develop them as leaders and successful professionals both ashore and afloat. The organization works continuously to establish a network that bridges the gaps in forging ahead with their careers as engineers and merchant mariners. Notably, Capt. Cook and Capt. Wyche were the first African Americans to be inducted into The Maritime College Heritage

Hall in 2014. Representation is an important factor in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion and a spirit of belonging. Capt. Cook has proudly served as a state and federal licensed pilot with the Pilots’ Association for the Bay & River Delaware for almost 30 years. He directs the safe navigation of primarily foreign, and some domestic, ships/vessels entering and departing the various ports along the Delaware River and its tributaries from sea, to

as far north as Trenton, N.J. Looking back on his career as a mariner of over four decades, Capt. Cook recognizes how fortunate he is to be a part of something as powerful as OBMG. “Diversity matters,” he noted, “and it is important to recognize the significant impact people of color have had historically, as well as the ongoing contributions they bring to the maritime industry. What we teach and how we teach will impact our collective future. It is imperative that we listen, respect and appreciate each other.”

“I always believed that education should

be a fundamental right; accessible to anyone without barriers.”

– Capt. Robert Cook

The Organization of Black Maritime Graduates (OBMG) awarded scholarships to students at the Cultural Club’s 33rd Annual Black History Month Dinner on February 27, at the Maritime Academic Center.

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GRADUATES OF 1969 Help Support Construction of New Student Union CLASS GIFT

T he Class of 1969 celebrated their 50th reunion at Homecoming 2019 in grand style. Their connection since graduating has remained strong over the past five decades. Prior to communicating though email and social media, the group - scattered throughout the country maintained their communications - through written letters. Peter Baci, a member and representative of the Class of 1969 said, “Our bond as a class and camaraderie is very unique. Once you

graduate from Fort Schuyler, you stay connected to your classmates for the rest of your life. When I see someone I haven’t seen in 20 or 30 years, we pick up right where we left off.” Although their 50th reunion drew the largest number of class members at one event, those from the Class of 1969 make an effort and look forward to gathering regularly every few years to reminisce and share their life stories. Baci plays an essential role in maintaining the class

directory of the 133 individuals who graduated alongside him. “We have been able to track down almost everyone in the class over the years,” said Baci. Their shared experiences at Maritime College, including participation in the Regiment of Cadets and several Summer Sea Terms, has solidified their friendships over a lifetime. As a class, they sought to make a significant contribution that would benefit the next generation of mariners and civilian students. After

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Lobo ‘69 left off in his efforts to organize the fundraising and class gift. “We had a very unique education and the industry is small. It makes sense to give back and it is the obligation of each class to do so to the best of their ability.” Baci views his years at Maritime College as “a once in a lifetime experience,” and recognizes the importance of where he began, as well as giving back. “If I had not attended Fort Schuyler, I would not have been as successful as I was. Members of the Class of 1969 have been very successful in their chosen fields, whether in private industry or the public sector.” Baci, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Oceanography and experienced a rich career in the maritime industry, retired from his position at Aqua Gulf Transport in 2018.

central hub for students to study, socialize and relax. The construction project, which includes renovation of the Ship’s Store (Campus Bookstore) and Veteran’s Center (made possible by a 50th reunion gift from the Class of 1963), is expected to be complete in late 2022. “When we were at Fort Schuyler, our Student Union was a small canteen. It wasn’t very much more than four tables and vending machines,” noted Baci. “Now students will have a place where they can gather, socialize and build relationships.” Baci, a lifelong member of the Alumni Association, picked up where classmate Paul

“We had a very unique education and the industry is small. It makes sense to give back and the obligation of each class to do so.” –Peter Baci ’69

the members of the Class Reunion Committee discussed a variety of options to support financially within the College, they agreed on directing their class gift of $70,000 towards the development of the new Student Union. Designed with student input, the Student Union will feature a 24/7 café, game room, lounges, and a large gathering space. The Student Union will offer a

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND ENDOWMENTS

Meeting Short and Long-term Students’ Financial Needs

I n an effort to strengthen the solutions have provided much- needed financial assistance to students. During an academic year that was abruptly halted and a Summer Sea Term that required modification by the onset of the novel coronavirus 19 (COVID-19), scholarships and the generosity of donors abounded. As an immediate response to the pandemic and the subsequent economic devastation, the College launched a campaign specifically created to provide aid to students who experienced financial hardship due to loss of family income. The One Hand Student Relief Fund campaign is a multi-year funding effort to relieve the growing financial stress encountered by many Maritime College students. Endowed funds, established in perpetuity with gifts of $25,000 or more, serve as a viable long- term mechanism of supporting students in financial need. To date, over thirty endowed funds have been established at the College, College’s financial footing, short and long-term philanthropic

which benefit students through scholarship support and by underwriting academic program enhancements. The 2019-2020 academic year witnessed the growth of endowment funds with the establishment of two scholarships in memory of recent graduates.

aid by matching the $750K in Federal CARES Act funding received by the College. The Maritime College Alumni Association was quick to respond and donated substantially towards the One Hand Fund and provided additional scholarships for Pier Side Training. “Fort Schuyler alumni embody the concept of One Hand and now is the time to come together to lend a hand to current students in need,” said Maritime College Alumni Association President John Valvo ‘83. An early lead donor to the Fund was Mike Toner ’65, former Executive Vice President Marine Systems at General Dynamics Corporation, who stated, “Carol and I are happy to support the One Hand Fund. My education at Fort Schuyler, particularly Summer Sea Term, provided an opportunity like no other. It’s where we learned to depend on ourselves and our shipmates. Students today have that same opportunity to mature, take calculated risks in a safe environment, grow up, learn responsibility, and develop self- esteem. Supporting the One Hand

“My education at Fort Schuyler, particularly Summer Sea Term, provided an opportunity like no other. It’s where we learned to depend on ourselves and our shipmates.” –Mike Toner ’65

“One Hand” is based on the notion of maintaining a firm grip on a ship’s rail and offering one hand to a fellow mariner in need. The purpose of the Fund is to provide a financial lifeline to any student who needs support with tuition, room, board, or Summer Sea Term costs. “The economic impact of the pandemic is quickly driving Maritime College toward the rockiest of shoals, threatening the educational progress of today’s students,” said RADM Michael Alfultis. “Now is the time that we need every graduate and friend of Maritime College to extend that proverbial One Hand to our students.” The goal is to provide $1.5 million in additional student

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ENDOWMENTS Creating an endowment fund at Maritime College is a way for donors to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. With aminimumdonation of $25,000, which can be funded fully at its initiation or payable over five years by one individual/ company, or with pooled resources from like-minded individuals, an endowment fund may be established according to the wishes of the donor. Endowments can be set up to support student scholarship, attract exceptional faculty, and promote high quality education and training by proving a steady, consistent and perpetual source of income. Endowment funds differ from others in that the total amount of the gift is invested and each year, only a predetermined portion of the income earned is spent while the remainder of the income is invested back into the principal for growth.

Fund and getting students across the finish line to graduation is important.” Students expressed concern over completing their degree programs in time for graduation, the potential of losing their financial aid and not being able to continue at the College. A freshman in the Marine Environmental Science program was deemed as an essential worker, who also worked off campus, during COVID-19 and conveyed the dilemma of having to choose between work or school saying, “Maritime is my dream school. I want to pass and continue my studies here. I am putting in the work and effort, but I need help.” Due to COVID-19, cadets in the Regiment were not able to participate in the Summer Sea Term from May-August. A Pier Side Training program (PST), which began in mid-July and ended in mid- August, allowed 208 cadets to gain 30 days of training needed to fulfill U.S. Coast Guard engine and deck license requirements. Many cadets, whose families endured financial hardship or income loss during the pandemic, hesitated to participate in PST. Through the generosity of the Maritime College alumni, friends and others who donated to the One Hand Student Relief Fund,

One Hand Student Relief Fund (As of December 15) Gifts 292 Total given $287,042 scholarships were made available to all PST participants. As the pandemic rages on, donations to the One Hand Student Relief Fund will continue to be greatly needed and appreciated. Donations can be made by visiting the Giving page on the College website.

Discussions among the donor(s) and the College are essential to ensuring that the donors’ wishes are clearly articulated and are aligned with a College’s mission and needs.

A predetermined portion of the income earned is used for the stated purpose of the endowment and the remainder is reinvested in the fund’s principal

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to generate growth. Further, additional donations may be added to the principal at any time under the terms of the original agreement. Donors receive an annual report on the fund’s financial performance and how the endowment funds are being used.

COMMUNICATION

How to Establish an Endowment

A gift agreement is drawn up between the College and the donor/s to guarantee that the gift will be added to the SUNY Maritime Foundation endowment fund and that the gift will be used solely for its stated purpose.

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The donor/s make a gift or pledge of at least $25,000 to establish a named endowed fund.

In 2019-20, two memorial scholarships for recent graduates were established: • Chase E. Davis ’15 Memorial Scholarship Fund • Payden DeRossi ’17 Memorial Scholarship Fund Refer to the full list of Endowments on page 26-27.

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PLANNED GIVING

BRIAN DENGEL ’79 A Lifelong Connection Through Giving

Brian G. Dengel, Class of 1979, has always considered himself to be a simple person with a basic philosophy, “Whether you know it or not, there’s always someone in need.” A Bronx native - who along with his brother, was raised by his dedicated, single mom - he understood the elements of financial disadvantage all too well from a young age. He attended Fort Schuyler after learning about the College from a friend, and was not fully aware of what the field of engineering entailed.

Dengel. During his 15 years with the company, Dengel never once forgot Fort Schuyler, consistently giving back to the College. He became a lifelong member of the Alumni Association, regularly made time to return to Fort Schuyler every year for the first 20 years since graduating, and spent many summers teaching cadets on the Empire State. Dengel pursued a master’s degree in Engineering at Florida Institute of Technology where he met his wife, who was pursuing the same degree. Her life was sadly cut short when their children were only two and four years old and Dengel found himself raising two children on his own. After taking a few years off from work, Dengel began teaching Math and Physics at the Art Institute of Philadelphia, PA and continued there until his retirement in 2017. Despite the distance from PA to the Bronx, Dengel has remained closely tied to Fort Schuyler. Since his graduation over forty years ago, Dengel has given generously to both the College and the Maritime College Alumni Association. Along with his friend and college roommate, Bart

Eckhardt ’79, they established the Surfaceblow Fund, which focuses on improving the needs of the engineering department. Having included a substantial bequest for the Surfaceblow Fund in his estate plans, Dengel has become a proud member of the College’s St. Mary’s Society. “Fort Schuyler taught me discipline, analytical and sequential skills. These skills were paramount to my career,” he stated. “Maritime College gave me the opportunity to change my life and I find the more I give, the better my life is.” Dengel continues to maintain contact with many of his classmates and is determined to stay connected to the College. His optimistic and altruistic perspective remains unchanged as well. “The Bronx is a great place to come from and if I can help a Schuyler student, then I would like to give to those who need.”

“Whether you know it or not, there’s always someone in need.” –Brian Dengel ’79

He studied Ocean Engineering and after graduating from Fort Schuyler, went straight to work for Exxon Shipping Company, worked his way up and retired as chief engineer. “When I began at Maritime College, I had no idea of how ships operated. Working for Exxon and moving various ships, gave me the chance to travel all over the world,” stated

Gifts to support Maritime College through PLANNED GIVING can be an important part of one’s financial and estate planning. Planned gifts, including bequests and life income gifts, are designed to help one meet their financial and charitable goals while supporting Fort Schuyler in the long term. Visit the College website (www.sunymaritime.giftlegacy.com) to learn more about planned giving and how it can benefit the College, the giver and their heirs in the future.

Brian Dengel with his niece, Kim in front of the plaque presented by the College. He is recognized as a member of the St. Mary’s Society.

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SUNY MARITIME FOUNDATION BOARD Capt. Robert Johnston ’69, Chairman President and CEO (Ret.), Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. J ohn M. Bree ’78, Vice Chairman Executive (Ret.), Exxon Mobil Corporation Richard Angerame ’73 President and CEO, utiliVisor William F. Austen ’80 President and CEO (Ret.) Bemis Company, Inc. Capt. Ioannis (John) Frangos ’85, ’87 Chairman and CEO, Seaways Maritime International William C. Gallo ’70 President (Ret.), Pasternak, Baum & Company, Inc. and Columbia Grain Trading Inc (CGTI ) Joe Maurelli ’63 President, CEO and Chairman (Ret.), Techmatics, Inc. Capt. A.J. McAllister ’80 Senior Vice President, Sales, McAllister Towing and Transportation, Inc. EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS Rear Adm. Michael Alfultis, Ph.D. President, SUNY Maritime College Aimee Bernstein, Esq. Executive Director SUNY Maritime Foundation Scott Dieterich Vice President of Finance and Administration, SUNY Maritime College & Treasurer, SUNY Maritime Foundation Michael Chalos, Esq. ’70 Partner, Chalos & Co. P.C.

Letter from THE CHAIRS S UN Y MA R I T I ME F O UNDAT I O N

Dear Maritime College Community: We hope this finds you and your family in good health and spirits and enjoying the holiday season which, no doubt will be very different this year. As we begin 2021 with hope and excitement that the worst is behind us, the SUNY Maritime Foundation Directors are taking this opportunity to reflect on all that the Maritime College and our Foundation were able to accomplish over the 2019-20 academic year with the support from friends and donors like you. We are particularly thankful for the generous financial support you have provided to the students, through your contributions to the One Hand Student Relief Fund, and donations to our various scholarship funds. Furthermore, we are especially grateful for gifts that support specific programs and unrestricted gifts that allow Maritime College to continue to deliver rigorous academic offerings that will prepare our graduates and future leaders to succeed in their careers for years to come. With the munificent support from two members of the Foundation Board of Directors, Bill Austen ‘80, and Richard Angerame ‘73, who each made gifts of $1 million, which are highlighted in this Annual Report, the Foundation and College can move forward with financial strength and flexibility. While these gifts are unprecedented, we are hopeful that they will create the momentum that will propel us to higher levels of giving and allow us to achieve Maritime’s longer-term funding objectives. We look forward to sharing more good news giving stories like these in the future. Please help us maintain the momentum. Working in concert with the Admiral, the Foundation is dedicated to managing all private donations to Maritime, first to follow the wishes of our generous donors, and second, to support the important and ambitious goals of Maritime’s Strategic Plan, “Charting a New Course.” We hope you enjoy this edition of the Annual Report and are inspired to make a gift today. Your support is greatly appreciated and so very necessary especially during this time of COVID when resources for so many are being stretched to the limit. On behalf of the SUNY Maritime Foundation, we are sending sincere appreciation for your support and warm wishes to you and your family for a happy and healthy 2021. Sincerely,

Robert Johnston ’69 Chairman SUNY Maritime Foundation

John Bree ‘78 Vice Chairman SUNY Maritime Foundation

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ADMIRAL’S COUNCIL RECOGNITION

T H E A D M I R A L ’ S C O U N C I L

The Admiral’s Council recognizes and celebrates the leadership of those alumni, parents, and friends who support SUNY Maritime College by making annual gifts of $1,000 or more. Contributions received on or after August 1, 2020 will be reported in the next Admiral’s Council report. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this list, we regret any inadvertent omissions and thank all of our contributors for their generosity. Donations can be made directly online at www.sunymaritime.edu/giving or contact Executive Director of Development Doug Hasbrouck dhasbrouck@sunymaritime.edu (718) 409-3938 to learn more about the Admiral’s Council.

HERITAGE SOCIETY - $100,000+ Individuals William ’80 and Nancy Austen Corporations and Foundations utiliVisor Richard A. Angerame ’73 TK Foundation SALLYPORT SOCIETY - $50,000 – 99,999 Individuals John ’78 and Peggy Bree Robert Franzblau ’47’ Robert ’69 and Donna Johnston Corporations and Foundations ABS Americas GCT New York, LP Hornblower Marine Society of the City of New York EMPIRE STATE SOCIETY - $25,000 – 49,999 Individuals

Corporations and Foundations The Denver Foundation Donald and Ronnie Goodheart Fresh Meadow Power, LLC John Valvo ’83 McAllister Towing and Transportation Company, Inc. AJ McAllister III ’80 Brian A. McAllister ’56 Organization of Black Maritime Graduates Women’s Seamen’s Friend Society of Connecticut, Inc.

Corporations and Foundations Chartwells Horizon Engineering Associates, LLP Michael C. English ’90 International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots Maritime College Alumni Association National Cargo Bureau Navios Schuyler Line Navigation, LLC Christopher D. Hughes ’92 Russell R. Paret ’92 Keith P. Zelinsky ’92 Tug Valour Memorial Fund Turner Construction Company LEADERSHIP SOCIETY - $5,000 – 9,999 Individuals Anonymous Thomas ’66 and Sandy Allen

June Kendrick R. Dorsey Knight ’59 Jason ’01 and Jeanne Miller Alan Nierenberg ’75 Robert ’66 and Sharon North Alan Rosenbloom Stanley ’62 and Renee Siegel Robert W. Stewart Jr. ’81

Corporations and Foundations American Maritime Officers Plans Crowley Maritime Services Thomas B. Crowley Jr. Navy League of the United States SUNY Maritime College Parents Association Corporation

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE SOCIETY - $10,000 – 24,999 Individuals Michael and Kimberly Alfultis Benita Allaire Kevin J. ’81 and Amelia Fox Joan and Richard Kretzmer George Landegger Alexis Lavion Eduardo van Loenen ’68 Stephen G. Lyons ’70 Daniel ’86 and Ann McCarthy David Momot ’59 Leonard J. Weiss ’46 Donald P. Brennan ’61 Kent and Joyce DeRossi

1874 SOCIETY - $2,500 – 4,999 Individuals Michael T. Axelsson ’68

Carl Anderson ’59 Edward Arndt ’50 Aimee Bernstein and Jeffrey Kuhr

L. Clay Beall III ’69 John J. Brennan ’64

Elizabeth A. Christman ’87 Phyllip Dilloway, Oct ’46 Austin L. Dooley ’68 S. Frank ’57 and JoAnne Gallo

Mark W. Barker ’94 Annette Dorozynski Arron Fieger ’45 Cody F. Heitmeier, MS ’07

William C. Gallo ’70 Ronald C. Rasmus ’60 Michael ’65 and Carol Toner Morton Wolf

Raymond P. Hayden ’60 Ronald G. Herbert ’82 Stephen P. Huvane ‘66

William G. Hall ’66 John V. Keenan ’79

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Bart Kelleher ’96 Kevin J. Kobey ’88 Clay Maitland, H ’07 Capri Marina William and Patricia McCarthy

Thomas and Deborah Bonn Joseph V. Breglia ’80 Patrick J. Broderick ’87 David C. Brown and Sheila McCurdy Cerise A. Bunch ’91

Christopher O. Jones ’84 Matthew W. Kehoe ’92 Howard A. Kosel Jr. ’74 Timothea S. Larr

Richard M. Plant Sr. ’67 Gary Raffaele ’60 James R. Richardson ’69 Michael G. Roberts Bethann Rooney ’91 Bruce and Janet Rosenblatt Gail L. Rudolph Anthony M. Ruggiero ’80 Lisbeth S. Ryan ’89

Ming-Ching Lee, MS ’80 Charles A. Lewis Jr. ’59 Frederick B. Lobbin ’64 Arthur B. Loefstedt Jr. ’57 Paul V. Lombardi Jr. ‘63 Donald C. MacLean ’61 George E. Maffey Jr. ’57 Christopher F. Malzone ’69 Markos Marinakis Theodore T. Mason ’57 Joseph ’63 and Linda Maurelli Don W. Mayer ’72 Glenn and Theresa McCarty Kenneth ’81 McCormack and Brenda Bradsher Daniel J. McGuire ‘85 James ‘64 and Connie McNamara Thomas ’76 and Kathleen Merrell Carl A. Merz ’61 Richard Meyerrose Jr. ’70 Robert M. Milligan ’56 Dorothy P. Mills

Helen M. Montanaro William A. Monti ’61 Elizabeth J. Moriarty Russell R. Paret ’92 Roger Restaino ’86 and Miriam Martinez Uwe Schulz ’65 Laurence Smith ’47 John Sweeney Lee Ann ’79 and John ’76 Traut Mang V. Vo ’81 Mark Woolley Jon W. Zinke ’75 Gil Zweig Corporations and Foundations The Captain Phillips and Lane Kirkland Maritime Trust, Inc. Centerport Yacht Club New Orleans Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots Association

William T. Caldwell ’58 Edward D. Callahan ’59 Gerard P. Carroll ’69 Stephen R. Cody ’82 Thomas Connelly Fred R. Dacimo ’74 Jason Dallara Edward E. Dangler ’49 Joseph A. Diurno ’74 John D. Dohring ’61 James D. Dolan ’81 Donald A. Dreves ’69 Katherine S. Egan ’87 Richard J. Feinson ’69 LeighAhn J. Ferrari ’12 Virginia R. Ferritto ’08 Joseph P. Flannery ’67 William H. Fornuff ’69 Antonio Froio ’15 Jamie L. F. Gleber ’08 Robert H. Groh ‘69 Michael J. Haeflich ‘83 Charles S. Hagelin ’55 Doug Hasbrouck William J. Hefner ’57 David Hill Lindsay R. Hoyt, Jr. ’69 Elenore M. Humphries Peter C. Johansen ’79 Estate of Marie A. DeAngelis Dennis ’68 and Jean DiSalvo

Joseph A. Saltzer Jr. ’57 George Sandberg ’66 Jacob Shisha ’81 Joseph P. Starck Jr. ’90 John J. Stipcich ’61 Arthur H. Sulzer IV ‘74 Chester J. Urban, MS ‘97 Patricia Ward Katsushi Watanabe Newell H. Whitford ‘69 Ferdinand Wight ‘50 Barbara and Richard Zapolski Corporations and Foundations Foreign Commerce Club of New York, Inc. Houston Pilots’ Association Long Island Community Foundation | James D. Brown Jr. Fund Charles Brown, MS ’91 Per and Astrid Heidenreich Family Foundation Ruh Family Trust at Rancho Santa Fe Foundation SUNY Maritime College Class of 1956

MARITIME SOCIETY - $1,000 – 2,499 Individuals

Herman J. Molzahn ‘60 Michael C. Morris ‘81 Mary Muecke Robert O. Naumann ’61 Allison and Tri Nguyen Richard G. Palak ’69 Roland R. Parent ’68 William J. Pehush ’70 Edward F. Pfleging P.E. ’86 John A. Piotrowski ’69

Timothy M. Ahern ’84 Edward A. Altemos ’69 Charles Anderson David Arzt ’82 Peter A. Austen ’87 Jennifer L. Barnes Hayes ’80

Howard G. Berrick ’69 Richard J. Blatus ’58

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SUNY MARITIME FOUNDATION

GIFT SOURCES Alumni

$1,847,447.01 $686,497.68 $35,158.00 $94,378.44 $40,790.83 $43,170.00 $2,747,441.96

Corporations/Organization

Faculty/Staff

Friends

Matching Gifts

Parents

Grand Total

25% Corp/Org

1.3% Faculty/Staff 3.4% Friends 1.5% Matching Gifts

1.6% Parents

On the cusp of a new year, we reflect back on the remarkable difference our alumnus, parent and friend donors have made to the Maritime College community. We hope you will consider donating to the SUNY Maritime Foundation before December 31 to directly enhance the quality of the student experience. SUNY MARITIME FOUNDATION To make your gift, choose one of the following options: • Mail your check made out to: SUNY Maritime Foundation • Visit sunymaritime.edu/giving • Call Lexy Rivera, Director of Annual Giving, at 718-409-4001 MAKE AN IMPACT TODAY! Propel Maritime College and its students into 2021

67.2% Alumni

GIFT DESIGNATION Academics

$19,050.00 $12,450.00 $1,422,330.43 $616,141.18 $667,756.35

Athletics Restricted Unrestricted Scholarships Waterfront Grand Total

$9,714.00

$2,747,441.96

22.43% Unrestricted

24.3% Scholarships

0.45% Athletic 51.76% Restricted 0.36% Waterfront 0.7% Academics

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HONOR ROLL of DONORS JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020

CLASS OF 1954 Howard D. Horvath CLASS OF 1955 Edward K. Carpenter * John J. Connard Edward A. Dohring Charles S. Hagelin * David J. Tolan CLASS OF 1956 J. Richard Bracken * Brian A. McAllister *

CLASS OF 1959 Carl A. Anderson Harold J. Baer Edward D. Callahan Anthony N. Ciancio Robert L. Foege R. Dorsey Knight Charles A. Lewis Jr. David E. Momot * Rodney W. Putnam Robert H. Reinhardt * CLASS OF 1960 Kenneth F. Bishop Jr. Raymond P. Hayden u * Thomas A. McEnery * Herman J. Molzahn u * Gary C. Raffaele u * Ronald C. Rasmus u CLASS OF 1961 Robert T. Bohlman * Robert M. Brand Donald P. Brennan * Stephen H. Busch John D. Dohring * John J. Dumbleton Gerald M. Gordon * Joseph F. Grosson * Charles W. Lohmann Donald C. MacLean Carl A. Merz * William A. Monti * Robert O. Naumann Derek E. Richardson *

John M. Ringelberg * John J. Stipcich * CLASS OF 1962 Charles R. Bagshaw Donald B. Frost Edwin W. Leonard * Stanley and Renee Siegel * Robert J. Calabrese William E. Culver Jr.* Paul V. Lombardi Jr. Norman R. Maender * Joseph and Linda Maurelli * Alan M. Ross * CLASS OF 1964 John J. Brennan * Robert and Bernadette Carty George W. Koch * James J. Levey Frederick B. Lobbin James and Connie McNamara * Alan T. Paris Ernest A. Steiglehner * CLASS OF 1965 George T. Hooks * William J. Martin * Gerhardt G. Muller Brian R. O’Donnell Uwe Schulz * Michael and Carol Toner * James F. Whalen CLASS OF 1963

ALUMNI CLASS OF 1940 William J. Meagher Sr. * CLASS OF 1945 Arron G. Fieger CLASS OF 1946 Frederick V. Behrends Ronald F. Bohn Phylipp Dilloway * Thomas C. Orr Len J. Weiss * CLASS OF 1947 Robert M. Franzblau Edward E. Dangler * Milton F. Hagerstrom * CLASS OF 1950 Ferdinand Wight * CLASS OF 1952 Jacob H. Martens * Gerhard O. Mueller James P. Vallar Robert C. Zimmermann CLASS OF 1953 George D. O’Gorman * Laurence R. Smith William A. Smith CLASS OF 1949 Richard B. Battin

This list recognizes each gift given to the State University of New York Maritime College during the fiscal year July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. Contributions received on or after July 1, 2020 will be reported in the next Annual Donor Report. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this list, we regret any inadvertent omissions and thank all of our contributors for their generosity.

Robert M. Milligan James P. Moore Jr. CLASS OF 1957 John M. Burns S. Frank and JoAnne Gallo * Steven J. Hertz * Arthur B. Loefstedt Jr. * George E. Maffey Jr. * Theodore T. Mason * Joseph A. Saltzer Jr. * Ralph J. Sirico John O. Sommerhalder *

Thank You for your support!

David W. Welles CLASS OF 1958 Richard J. Blatus

William T. Caldwell * Dominic V. Fortunato William A. Sanchez

u Admiral’s Council * 3 or more consecutive years of giving

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HONOR ROLL of DONORS JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020

CLASS OF 1978 John and Peggy Bree * Michael D. Holmes George H. MacDonald * CLASS OF 1979 Anonymous Charles F. Abel Patrick J. Brennan Jr. Dennis F. Cooney William J. Farrell Henry C. Jennings * Peter C. Johansen John V. Keenan u * Susan L. Moore Douglas A. Nemeth * Lee Ann Traut * Russell von Frank II CLASS OF 1980

CLASS OF 1966 Charles R. Brader

Stephen G. Lyons Raymond L. Mathewson Jr. * Steven and Irene Munoz *

Marjorie M. Cooke Fred R. Dacimo Joseph A. Diurno Stanley J. Gaworecki William H. Humphreys * Frederic L. Kapanka Howard A. Kosel Jr. * Arthur H. Sulzer IV u John G. Tuttle CLASS OF 1975 Thomas L. Campisi Paul F. Cervenka Joseph M. DePaso Christopher M. Gowrie Robert H. Gruffi *

Roland R. Parent * Eduardo P. van Loenen * CLASS OF 1969 Edward A. Altemos

Richard M. Cooper * Thomas M. Crawford *

James M. Muskopf William J. Pehush * Fred Urich CLASS OF 1971 Warren P. Cotter Neil F. Daley Gary P. Endersby * Alphonse P. Guardino * Michael C. Meyer * Stephen A. Opkins *

Reinhold Ernst William G. Hall

Peter A. Baci * L. Clay Beall III

Stephen P. Huvane * Richard R. Klattenberg Martin J. Mascola Robert and Sharon North * Alan J. Pellegrino Steven E. Sabo * George R. Sandberg *

Howard G. Berrick Gerard P. Carroll u Walter B. Chappel *

Gary B. Chiljean Donald A. Dreves Richard J. Feinson William H. Fornuff Robert H. Groh Lindsay R. Hoyt Jr. Robert and Donna Johnston * Christopher F. Malzone

John A. Szallai * Joseph F. Trainor CLASS OF 1967 Robert E. Daley * Joseph P. Flannery James J. Healy Carl A. Mattia Richard M. Plant Sr. Thomas J. Wilders CLASS OF 1968 Anonymous Michael T. Axelsson u

CLASS OF 1972 David B. Cooke Frank X. Dipolito *

Joseph C. Hoffman Jr. * Danny and Carol Levin * Alan Nierenberg Jon W. Zinke u CLASS OF 1976 Ioannis Krousouloudis Thomas and Kathleen Merrell * Richard J. Sonnenschein *

Rocco Lofaro Jr. Donald W. Mayer Leonard J. Mellusi John C. Weiglhofer CLASS OF 1973 Richard and Barbara Angerame *

Michael J. Martell Richard K. Muller Richard G. Palak John A. Piotrowski James R. Richardson * Thomas W. Ruszala Hugh R. Straub Daniel R. Warman Robert J. Weaver Newell H. Whitford Paul Wilson William H. Woodroffe CLASS OF 1970 Anonymous

William and Nancy Austen Jennifer L. Barnes Hayes * Joseph V. Breglia * Thomas and Christine Breglia * Harry W. Finnegan * Michael Lee

Coningsby Burdon Paul T. Cavanaugh Daniel J. Embree Walter J. Maznio Robert F. McGinn Raymond J. Palmieri Francis M. Wiegand CLASS OF 1974 Robert A. Beckmann * Christopher P. Brennan

John C. Traut * Denis J. Wilson * CLASS OF 1977 John J. Colabello * John H. Coords * John J. Hannon * Michael G. O’Reilly * William M. Schoenster Kirby A. Stross

AJ McAllister III * Douglas J. McKay Joseph Nassauer Anthony M. Ruggiero Richard R. Russell Reginald Vaval

William W. Cotter Arthur R. Degen Dennis and Jean DiSalvo * Austin L. Dooley Paul M. Duernberger *

Harvey A. Fadden * Edward G. Martin * Peter F. Nissen *

Barry J. Beytin * William C. Gallo

u Admiral’s Council * 3 or more consecutive years of giving

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