Honoring Alumni
Celebrating alumni excellence.
At Fisher, we take pride in honoring the remarkable achievements of our alumni whose contributions continue to shape their industries, communities, and the world. These accolades reflect the enduring impact of a Fisher education and the extraordinary paths our graduates forge beyond campus.
Fisher Athletics Hall of Fame
Founded in 1992 with four charter members in the inaugural class, the St. John Fisher Athletics Hall of Fame recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the University's athletic programs and reputation, and serves to honor those who have helped grow the tradition of excellence and pride that have come to embody what it means to be a Fisher Cardinal.
The Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions are held every two years in the fall.
Fisher Athletics Hall of Fame Past Honorees
The 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees
- Chris Botsford ’07 – Baseball
- Mike McGee ’06 – Men’s basketball
- Victoria Sahm ’10 – Women’s lacrosse
- Rebecca G. Smith ’12 – Women’s volleyball
- Kayla Goodberlet ’13 – Softball
- Jon Richardson ’75 – Men’s basketball
- Mike Goonan ’75 – Men’s basketball
- Charles “Bud” Sims (assistant coach) – Football
Accounting Awards Celebration
Established in 1990 to acknowledge the accomplishments of notable Fisher accounting and finance alumni, this event celebrates program graduates and students who embody Fisher’s fundamental values. Award recipients showcase remarkable career success, notable philanthropic endeavors, and exceptional contributions to the Fisher community. The Accounting Awards Celebration is held annually in the spring and includes recognition for the Accounting Alumnus of the Year, the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rising Star awards.
Accounting Awards Past Honorees
The 2025 Accounting Awards Honorees
Andrew Sciarabba ’65, Lifetime Achievement Award
Richard McGrath ’75, Accounting Alumnus of the Year
Accounting Rising Stars:
- Jennifer Agan ’14, ’15 (MBA)
- Kyle Ingalls ’14, ’15 (MBA)
- Adam P. Pettinella ’13, ’14 (MBA)
- Kyle Van Thof ’14, ’15 (MBA)
- Thomas David Whelehan ’15, ’16 (MBA)
The Alumni Awards
The Alumni Awards include the five Deans' Medals and the Ten Under 10 Awards. Dean's Medals are bestowed by the dean of each School upon alumni in recognition of achievements and impact on their alma mater. Ten Under 10 awards honor early professional and civic achievements of alumni who graduated in the past 10 years. The Alumni Awards are held annually in the fall.
Alumni Award Honorees
Deans’ Medals
- Robert Dumas ’74, School of Arts and Sciences
- Dominic Piazza ’60, School of Business
- Tanya Wilson-Thevanesan ’17Ed.D., Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education
- Dr. Selma Mujezinovic ’16DNP, Wegmans School of Nursing
- Dr. Chris Woodring ’10Pharm.D., Wegmans School of Pharmacy
Ten Under 10 Awards
- Daniel M. Ammon III ’20
- MarcAnthony Bucci ’15
- Kenneth R. Caminero ’19
- Andrew Cegielski ’22
- Maggie (Enos) Doud ’19
- Dr. Chantz B. Miles ’22Ed.D.
- Cindy Ramos ’22, ’25M.S.
- Vanessa Riley ’19M.S.
- Erin Sabo ’15
- Sal Saunders ’23