May 5, 2014

Students Prepare for the Future at Annual McDonogh Network Event

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Accomplished alumni shared their experiences and perspectives with students at the fourth annual McDonogh Network Spring Meeting and Senior Celebration last weekend in Pfenning Alumni Center. Students were able to network, discuss specific careers, and get advice about entering the workforce.

The event honored the achievements of black and African American members of the Lafayette community and the Class of 2014. It was hosted by the McDonogh Network, Lafayette’s black and African American alumni group.

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Roger Ellis ' 07 speaks with students at his table.
Lawrence Lennon ’71 signs the McDonogh Network charter.
Robert Young '14 discusses his film.
Kristian Smith '13 networks with students.
John McKnight, dean of intercultural development, speaks at the ceremony.
Morgan Bethea ’14 receives a senior gift and ribbons to wear with her robe at Commencement.
Justin Butler ’14 receives his senior gift from Kim Spang, acting vice president of development and College relations.
Abdul Dopson ’14 receives a senior gift and ribbons to wear with his robe at Commencement.
Ciera Eaddy ’14 receives her senior gift from Kim Spang, acting vice president of development and College relations.
Edwin Liriano ’14 receives a senior gift and ribbons to wear with his robe at commencement.
Shanequa Lassiter ’14 receives a senior gift and ribbons to wear with her robe at commencement.
Danyelle Smith ’14 receives a senior gift and ribbons to wear with her robe at commencement.
Carter Tindell-Hall ’14 receives his senior gift from Kim Spang, acting vice president of development and College relations.
Board members of the Association of Black Collegians reflect on the past year.
Pat Anderson Myers ’82 closes the ceremony by giving graduating seniors some words of encouragement.
Washcarina Martin Alonzo '11 meets with students.
President Alison Byerly speaks with Washcarina Martin Alonzo '11.
Robert Young '14 and Justin Butler ’14 share a laugh.
Tekisha Kirby ’15 networks with Washcarina Martin Alonzo '11.
Rosemary Ellis '08 and Roger Ellis '07 mingle with students.
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