President’s Reception & The Friar Club Induction 2026

The President’s Reception was held on Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Padua’s Gym for leadership donors, alumni and friends of Padua. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and live music by Padua’s Jazz Band, under the direction of Mark Wozniak ’97.

Vice President of Advancement Tony Shuman ’91 welcomed guests. He and President Dave Stec ’86 inducted the newest members of The Friar Club:

• James C. Becker '66
• Edward '69 & Judi Campobenedetto
• Doug & Maureen Crandall
• Chuck '73 & Eileen Garven
• Chris & Jennie Hagerty
• John '82 & Corrie Hofstetter
• The Howley Foundation
• Albert Hrivnak '73
• Tony Iacobelli '13
• Robert '76 & Deborah Kaminski
• Chris & Anne Kichurchak
• Leslie Lipski '69
• Ann Mack '93
• Chuck Ripepi '75 & Joan McDonough
• Kevin '66 & Nancy McGinty
• Ronald & Lori Peterson
• Kenneth '03 & Elizabeth Smith
• Al '67 & Margie Sulin
• Chris '92 & Megan Tillman
• Darren & Mary Tuel

Gabby Marchak ’27 shared a student’s perspective on the school year and Principal Bob DiRocco discussed the state of the school. President Stec followed with an and update regarding Achieving Excellence capital campaign. Friar Johnpaul Cafiero, OFM ended the evening in prayer. 

President’s Reception & The Friar Club Induction 2026