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Saint Ignatius College Prep
January 2025 eNewsletter
McGill '22 Selected for Honor Society
We are pleased to announce that Alaina McGill, a member of the Class of 2022, has been selected for membership in the Georgetown Chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit Honor Society. This honor is conferred by the advisory committee and has received confirmation from the President of the University. McGill '22 distinguished herself among a highly competitive pool of candidates through her exemplary academic achievements and unwavering commitment to service and the values upheld by our community. The induction ceremony will take place on February 9, 2025. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to McGill '22 on this remarkable accomplishment as she is welcomed into Georgetown's oldest honor society.
Class of 1967 Gathers for Christmas Luncheon
The Class of 1967 recently got together at The Berghoff Restaurant for their annual Christmas celebration, a cherished tradition that lights up the holiday season. This iconic venue served as the perfect backdrop for reminiscing about old times and reconnecting with lifelong friends. The classmates shared stories from their high school days, reigniting the bonds formed over five decades ago. The gathering was a heartwarming reminder that no matter how much time passes, the spirit of friendship and togetherness never fades. Cheers to the Class of 1967 and many more joyful gatherings to come!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Help Someone Keep Warm This Winter! 
The San Ignacio Society is holding a coat drive through January 10, 2025. FAM, ALAS, Latin X, and the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica are asking for new and gently used coats to be dropped off to the front door reception desk at Saint Ignatius. You can also call Jesus Bravo '00 (312-432-8412) to arrange a pick-up. The coats will be distributed through community organizations, such as homeless shelters, immigrant support organizations and local non-profit social service providers throughout the Chicagoland area. Student volunteers seeking service hours please click HERE
Business Society Pregame Gathering - 1.10.25
Join members of the Business Society in Fornelli '51 Alumni Lounge before the Wolfpack Boys Varsity team takes on Mt. Carmel at 7:00 p.m. in Gentile '42 gym. Fornelli '51 Alumni Lounge is located at 1019 S. May St. 
Boys Basketball Alumni Reception - 1.10.25
Join us after the Wolfpack Varsity team takes on Mt. Carmel in Gentile '42 Gym at 7:00 p.m. We welcome alumni to join us in Fornelli '51 Alumni Lounge after the game for pizza and refreshments.
1.24.25 - Saint Ignatius College Prep Athletic Hall of Fame -  Tully Hall from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and then join us for the Boys Varsity Game vs. St. Rita
2025 Inductees
2011 Boys Water Polo Team
2013 Boys Soccer Team
Mariah (Harris) Baker '12 - Track & Field
Sophia Dodd '13 - Volleyball
Conor Dunham '14 - Track & Field
Joseph Dunigan, Jr. '04 - Baseball
Katie Frett '01 - Volleyball & Basketball
Kelly (McNee) Innis '82 - Cross Country and Track & Field
Bob Kriz - Coach - Basketball
Thomas O'Hara (Dec'd) '60 - Track & Field
Joseph Ruiz '88 - Track & Field
Dave Stephens - Coach - Swimming
43rd Annual Law Society Luncheon - 2.6.25
Each year the society hosts the annual luncheon to foster camaraderie among individuals and firms from the Saint Ignatius
College Prep community who are involved in the field of law. Join us at the Union League Club of Chicago from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
10th Annual Trivia Night - Honoring Kevin G. Barron - 2.8.25
Bring your thinking caps and join fellow Saint Ignatius parents/guardians/alumni for a fun-filled, casual evening of
competition and community! Parent Michelle Farrell is once again our wonderful Trivia Master for our annual
trivia competition. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. in Tully Hall.
Naples: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Mass: 4:00 p.m. St. Leo the Great - 28290 Beaumont Rd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Reception: 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Hosted by Sam ‘61 and Mimi Krug
Quail West Country Club - 5950 Burnham Road, Naples, FL 34119

North Palm Beach: Saturday, February 15, 2025
Mass: 2:00 p.m. St. Paul of the Cross - 10970 Jack Nicklaus Dr. North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Reception: 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Home of Cyrus '53 and Mitzi Freidheim - 11105 Old Harbour Rd., North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Visit the Gloriam 2025 website HERE for Important updates, Sponsorship and Donation information.
DECEMBER EVENT RECAPS
Jesuit Cup - 12.13.24
The girls basketball team started the Jesuit Cup strong with a fantastic win in game one! What a great beginning to the tournament for the Saint Ignatius Wolfpack. The boys' basketball team put up a valiant fight, falling just short in a thrilling contest against Loyola Academy. It was an amazing display of athleticism and sportsmanship from all players. Congratulations to every athlete who participated in the Jesuit Cup 2024 – you all made it a memorable event! 
Tolton Society Holiday Gathering - 12.27.24
Members of the Saint Ignatius College Prep Tolton Society came together in the name of friendship and community to celebrate the season together! Alums from a range of Wolfpack classes met at Windy City Ribs (owned by Terri Evens '94) on Navy Pier for a great evening. 
CLASS OF 2024 - Yearbook Pick-Up and Signing - 12.30.24
We welcomed the newest alumni back to Tully Hall to catch up with classmates while picking up their yearbooks.
The alumni were happy to see each other and be back on campus together!  Lots of smiles, hugs and stories!
ENGAGEMENTS, WEDDINGS & BIRTHS 
Please email wolvesden@ignat​ius.org to make an announcement. 
Please Join Us In Congratulating...
Claire L. Allen '07 and Damen Pryma on their engagement.
Colleen A. Middleton Diers '08 and Tyler B. Diers on their wedding at Church of the Holy Family on 12/14/2024. Joining the bridal party was maid of honor, Kathryn M. Ryan '08.
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ALUMNI

Anthony J. Arini '64

Lionel B. Collins, II '81

James T. Hargrove '70

Nadege M. Ibarra '10

Gerald W. Macellaio '59, brother of the late Hon. Joseph M. Macellaio (Dec'd) '60, brother-in-law of James T. Moster '63, Michael J. Moster '67, uncle of Brendan T. Sheils '02

Lawrence M. McCarthy '72, father of Michael McCarthy '12

William H. Navin ’62, brother of the late Patrick J. Navin '48

Michael F. Walsh '59, father of Kathleen Walsh Carlson '88, father-in law of Maureen Morrissey Walsh ' 88, and grandfather of Brian F. Walsh '12, Kevin T. Walsh '14 and Patrick R. Walsh '17
FAMILY OF ALUMNI & FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL
Dr. William Wallace Ashley, father of Karen Ashley Bowman '84, Dr. William W. Ashley, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., MBA '90 and father-in-law of Dr. Steven H. Bowman, M.D. '80

Rose Cahill, mother of Saint Ignatius current faculty member Stephen Cahill and grandmother of Emma M. Cahill '17 and Audrey R. Cahill '19

Michael R. Castaneda, son of Valentin Castaneda, Jr. '80

James R. Clemmons (Retd. CPD), father of James T. Clemmons '95

Rev. James M. Dixon, S.J., former Saint Ignatius College Prep faculty member (1974-1977)

Kathleen Fallon, grandmother of John J. Domanico '03, Michael A. Domanico '06 and Joseph F. Domanico '08

Rigoberto Gonzalez, father of Yesenia Gonzalez '14

Anne Elise Hunt, mother of Jennifer Hunt Heusser '82

Florence Margaret "Peggy" McKinney, wife of Saint Ignatius College Prep Life Trustee, John F. McKinney '64 and sister-in-law of James D. McKinney '65

Mary J. Ryan, mother of Mary Ryan Kennedy '88, Kelly Ryan Ross '89, Eileen Ryan D'Amico '91, Neil P. Ryan '92 (former Saint Ignatius staff member 2001 - 2004), Margaret E. Ryan '94, Kevin G. Ryan '99 and sister-in-law of the late Richard T. Ryan '52

Mary J. "Nonie" Thomas (Dec’d 1/24/2024), wife of Donald W. Thomas, Jr. 54 and sister of the late Gerald Garvey '53 and the late David F. Garvey '57
SCHOOL NEWS
SPACE ZOOM!
Mr. Anderson’s freshman honors physics class recently had the opportunity to join a video call with astronaut Suni Williams aboard the International Space Station!! Williams is Mr. Anderson’s Naval Academy classmate, and was the pilot for the Starliner mission in June. She was scheduled to be in space for eight days but is now scheduled to return in February. She told the class about some of the science experiments they are doing on the ISS. It’s not every day you get to speak with someone on the ISS.
OTHER NEWS
Click Here to See Current Job Openings Available at Saint Ignatius College Prep, including a new listing for a Development Associate.
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund
Chief Development Officer
Employment Opportunity at Christ the King Jesuit College Prep
They are looking for an Asst. Dir. Development. Click here for more.
If you know of any alumni news or if you would like to nominate someone who is a "woman or man for others" for our Alumni Spotlight, "Beyond the Wolves Den", please contact us
OUR MISSION
Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership. Through outstanding teaching and personal formation, the school challenges its talented student body to intellectual excellence, integrity, and life-long learning and growth. Inspired by the gospel of Jesus Christ, this community strives to use God's gifts to promote social justice for the greater glory of God.

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