Students from the Class of 2027 share a meal with President Rougeau
President Rougeau Honored at Annual Venerable Pierre Toussaint Awards Dinner
On Thursday, April 3, the Class of 2027 had a memorable dinner with President Vincent Rougeau and his wife, Dr. Robin Kornegay-Rougeau, at their residence. The event was the Annual Venerable Pierre Toussaint Awards Dinner, an occasion that has been in existence since 1978.
Tyrone Davis, representing the Catholic Foundation of Connecticut (CFC), and Cardinal Timothy Dolan were also present at the ceremony. Around twenty students attended the dinner, which was hosted at President Rougeau's house.
Upon arrival, students were greeted by the couple and had the chance to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and engaging conversations. The dinner table was set up with two sections, one with President Rougeau and another with Dr. Kornegay-Rougeau.
During the dinner, students discussed various topics, including study abroad experiences, their hometowns, teams they are involved in, and other aspects of campus life and activities. They also had the opportunity to share their thoughts about summer jobs, campus life, and ideas about the Rotman's property.
Julianne Hawley '27 expressed her appreciation for the dinner, stating, "I enjoyed the dinner and the opportunity to share my opinions about what to use the Rotman's property for."
President Rougeau shared his excitement about the future of the campus, expressing his vision for expansion down the hill with more space and opportunities. However, the search results do not contain any information about specific proposals or discussions involving students and President Rougeau about the Rotman's property at Holy Cross.
Sophia Mariani '26 and Viveca Stucke '26, the Features and Opinions Editors, were not present at the dinner, but their voices continue to be heard in shaping the college's narrative.
As President Rougeau prepares for events during Family Weekend and the inauguration, the college community looks forward to his continued leadership and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.
- The Annual Venerable Pierre Toussaint Awards Dinner, a tradition since 1978, saw the presence of President Vincent Rougeau, his wife, and around twenty students, where engaging discussions about various topics like study abroad experiences and campus life ensued.
- During their dinner at President Rougeau's residence, students voiced their opinions about the use of the Rotman's property, with Julianne Hawley '27 particularly expressing her appreciation for the platform.
- While Features and Opinions Editors Sophia Mariani '26 and Viveca Stucke '26 were unable to attend the dinner, they continue to shape the college's narrative with their voices.
- As President Rougeau gears up for events during Family Weekend and the inauguration, the anticipation among the college community grows for his continued leadership and the upcoming opportunities on campus.
- The College's education and self-development, as well as its general news, are enriched by these events and the voices of its students, faculty, and administrators like President Rougeau.
