Please Note: For Friday events, you do not need to check in at Registration. You may go directly to the events you have registered for. Registration will be open in The Bertschi Center on Saturday.

1:30 p.m. – “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” Alumni Presentation
Location: Alumni Hall

Hear from alumni as they share their experiences traveling the globe for their careers. Presenters include:

Stacey Porter ’89

Stacey Porter ’89 is a high-level security professional leader with more than 20 years of Department of Homeland Security experience, where he managed security personnel in the aviation and security industry. Mr. Porter held a Top-Secret security clearance for over twenty years while employed with the federal government and has experience working with public and private sector organizations at the local, state, national, and international levels.

He carries a broad background in vulnerability assessment and mitigation, security planning, threat, and risk assessment, and investigative management operations.

Mr. Porter started his career with the Secret Service and then transitioned over to the Department of Homeland Security, where he ended his career as a supervisor with the Federal Air Marshal Service. After retiring from the federal government, Mr. Porter started his security consulting business. He is the principal consultant for Porter Global Security LLC, where he conducts risk assessments for businesses, schools, and houses of worship.

Megan Parker ’15

Megan Parker ’15 graduated from Mount Aloysius’ nursing program in 2015 and immediately began working as a registered nurse within the Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh, PA. In 2023, though, Parker decided to make one of her biggest dreams a reality by joining the Mercy Ships organization. Mercy Ships is the largest non-governmental hospital ship, providing surgical, medical, and dental relief and training to those who need it most.

Parker traveled to Senegal, Africa to serve as an ICU ward nurse for 10 weeks in April 2023. She worked with maxillofacial, reconstructive plastics, obstetric fistula repairs, and general and orthopedic surgeries.

In October 2024, Parker will be marrying fellow alum, Nick DiDiano ’16, who is an Officer in Charge with the Coast Guard. During her time at Mount Aloysius, Parker was active with the Nursing Student Organization and captain of the women’s soccer team.

Morgan Brosnihan ’15

As a business administration major, Morgan Brosnihan ’15 had quite the unorthodox path to becoming a Physical Therapist, but she credits Mount Aloysius with providing her the foundation needed to start her own mobile physical therapy business. During her time at The Mount, she realized that she not only wanted to get her business degree, but she had an interest in pursuing her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Thanks to the support of her professors, specifically Dr. Merrilee Anderson, Professor of Science and Mathematics, Brosnihan was able to fulfill the requirements in order to pursue her doctorate, graduating from Chatham University’s DPT program in 2017.

This is where things get interesting: In 2018, Brosnihan, an outdoor enthusiast, moved into her cargo van and completed her first long-distance hike on Vermont’s Long Trail. Then, in 2019 she completed the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) from Mexico to Canada. After seeing countless hikers dealing with similar injuries, and some resulting in expensive town stays, quitting the trail, or losing their trail family, Brosnihan was determined to make a difference in the injury rates of thru-hikers. On the trail, Brosnihan was able to help some hikers that happened to cross paths at the right time. After treating a hiker in the first 500 miles, she later ran into her 1500 miles later and learned her guidance was enough for her to keep going.

Since completing the PCT, Morgan has remodeled her bold red van to not only be a home but also to start Blaze Physio, a mobile physical therapy rehab company. Offering accessibility to those in outdoor spaces, rural areas, or confined to home, Brosnihan brings quality care in a multitude of ways to thru-hikers on the PCT. And she doesn’t do it alone. Brosnihan has an assistant, Honey, who is a registered Therapy Dog. Honey has worked in clinics, gyms, and homes to help bring comfort and companionship to those seeking therapy.

During her time at Mount Aloysius, Brosnihan served in a variety of leadership roles as a Mercy Presidential Scholar, in student affairs, and on the women’s basketball team.

5:45 p.m. – Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Reception and Ceremony
Location: Athletic, Convocation, and Wellness Center (ACWC)

Separate registration required: https://form.jotform.com/222504371409046

5:45-6:45 p.m. Cocktail Hour
7:00 p.m. Dinner & Ceremony

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. – Alumni Library & Library Open Hours
Location: Library

Visit the College’s Library between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to visit our “Alumni Library,” which will feature books recently published by alumni! We also plan to have a grab-and-go kids activity available provided by students from our Education Department.

Please note: The College’s Library is currently in a two-phase renovation project, with the first half being completed during the summer of 2023 and the second half during the summer of 2024. We invite you to see the progress made during Alumni & Homecoming Weekend, but please excuse any messes or obstructions from visiting certain portions of the Library.

8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. – Bookstore Hours
Location: Lower Level, Cosgrave Student Center

All Alumni receive a discount!

Please Note: Saturday registration and check-in will take place in The Bertschi Center. Please check in to receive meal tickets, name tags, an up-to-date schedule, and more! Parking is available in lots 6, 7, or 8. However, lots 7 and 8 will be the most convenient to walk to the Bertschi Center.

8:30-11 a.m. – Physical Therapy Assistant Seminar (for CEU Credits)
Location: PTA Room – Main Admin Basement Level

“Adult Course: Increasing Dynamic Stability in a Challenging World”
Presented by SureStep

Course Description:

EVENT FLYER

Adults need to function in a dynamic world. Often, disability or age-related weakness or poor balance affects this function and increases the risk of falling. As we use orthotic solutions in the adult and senior adult populations, our devices should include both proprioceptive input and dynamic stability. In this presentation, case studies and videos will be used to help attendees identify appropriate patient populations for the Stabilizer and Gauntlet AFOs. Group discussions of the outcomes seen in the case studies showing improvements in gait, stability and balance reactions will allow clinicians to gain insight to help formulate treatment plans for their patients with similar presentations and diagnoses. Ordering, PDAC approved coding (Stabilizer) and fitting and follow up procedures will be briefly discussed to allow immediate integration of these orthotic solutions into the day-to-day protocols of course participants.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Emily Houseknecht, Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director: EHouseknecht@mtaloy.edu

To register, complete the Alumni & Homecoming Weekend registration form.

9:45 AM – Cross Country Meet: Mount Aloysius College Invitational

The race will begin near Lot 14, located behind the Athletic Convocation and Wellness Center

11:15 a.m. – A Comfortable Cup of Tea
Location: Wolf-Kuhn Gallery, Main Administration Building

Learn the history of Mount Aloysius, the Religious Sisters of Mercy, and Mother Catherine McAuley (Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy). Attendees will be provided tea and a small lunch menu. Registration is limited to 40.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Lunch
Location: Cosgrave Student Center Dining Hall

Lunch tickets will be provided to all alumni and their guests who have registered. Your tickets can be picked up with your Welcome Packet at the Registration Table located in Bertschi Center.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Bookstore Open
Location: Lower Level, Cosgrave Student Center

All Alumni receive a discount!

Noon-3 p.m. – Campus Carnival
Location: Bertschi Center

Inflatables, face painting, balloons, “Stuff a Mountie,” and more

Noon – 4 p.m. – Alumni Library & Library Open Hours
Location: Library

Visit the College’s Library between noon and 4 p.m. on Saturday to visit our “Alumni Library,” which will feature books recently published by alumni! We also plan to have a grab-and-go kids activity available provided by students from our Education Department.

Please note: The College’s Library is currently in a two-phase renovation project, with the first half being completed during the summer of 2023 and the second half during the summer of 2024. We invite you to see the progress made during Alumni & Homecoming Weekend, but please excuse any messes or obstructions from visiting certain portions of the Library.

1 p.m.  – Campus Tour
The tour will take off from The Bertschi Center. The group will gather inside prior to leaving for the tour.

1 p.m. – Alumni Association’s Annual Meeting
Location: 2nd Floor Classroom, Library

This meeting is open to all alumni. During the meeting, the Alumni Association’s Executive Board will discuss alumni engagement plans for the upcoming year, vote on new directors and officer positions, and recap the previous year. All feedback, ideas, and suggestions are welcome.

For anyone interested in joining us virtually, please visit this link:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/eez-expx-svh
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 337-441-4110‬ PIN: ‪242 457 111‬#

1 p.m. – Women’s Soccer vs. Hilbert College
Location: Kelly Field at The Ray and Louise Walker Athletic Field Complex

2-3:30 p.m. – Biology, Math, & Science Alumni Social
Location: Pierce Hall Lobby

Alumni who studied biology, math, or science are invited to reconnect with former classmates, current students, and professors. This event is hosted by Merillee Anderson, Professor of Science and Mathematics. Snacks, refreshments, and fun games/activities will be provided!

2-4 p.m. – Glass Painting Class, Taught by Mrs. Theresa McKeegan
Location: McAuley Hall Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)

$10 per person. Space is limited to the first 30 people to register.

3 p.m. – Survivor: MAC Edition, Alumni vs Students w/ Aaron McGuire ’17, ’18
Location: Cosgrave Student Center Meeting Rooms

Must have played as a student to participate. Contact Aaron for registration: AMMST23@student.mtaloy.edu
Check out the promotional video for the event here: https://youtu.be/iii73DCdZIc

3:15 p.m. – Men’s Soccer vs. Hilbert College
Location: Kelly Field at The Ray and Louise Walker Athletic Field Complex

4 p.m. – Mass (NOTE TIME CHANGE FROM 10 A.M.)
Location: Our Lady of Mercy Chapel

Deceased alumni from classes celebrating a reunion will be remembered during this service.

4:45-5:30 p.m. – Alumni Reunion Reception
Location: Wolf-Kuhn Gallery, Main Administration Building

A special reception exclusively for those celebrating a reunion (all classes ending with a 3 or 8) and our Golden Graduates (50+ years).

5:30 p.m. – Alumni Recognition Dinner
Location: Alumni Hall

$15/person

A special dinner event celebrating our Alumni Award Winners, Golden Grads, and those celebrating other special reunion years (all classes ending with a 3 or 8). All alumni and guests are welcome.