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Amy Shuklian (1987) has been selected as grand marshal for Fresno’s 23rd annual Rainbow Pride Parade. The mayor of Visalia, lives with her partner of nearly 20 years, Mary Randol, and their three Chocolate Labrador Retrievers (Godiva, Molly Brown, and Georgee).  Submitted on Jun 18 2013. David Fitzgerald (1989) David Fitzgerald (1989) has published “The Complete Heretic's Guide to Western Religion – Book One: The Mormons” via Kindle. He lives and works in San Francisco. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Nedra Biggers () Nedra Gallegos (1994) has launched a comedy web series called “Off the G.” in association with the Brooklyn Arts Council. It celebrates challenges that take place when a variety of cultures, races and socio-economic groups converge. Details: http://www.brooklynartscouncil.org/registry/10106. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Robert Mauss (2007) Moss Roberts (1993) returns to the stage after a decade’s absence in Christopher Durang’s “Laughing Wild.” The play runs June 8-10 at Cap 21 Studios in New York City. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Rosanna Ferroggiaro () Roseanna Ferroggiaro (2000) and Matt Horton (1993, ’95) were marred on Jan. 19, 2013 at First Congregational Church in Fresno, followed by a Disney-themed reception in the Fellowship Hall. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Matthew Horton (1995) Roseanna Ferroggiaro (2000) and Matt Horton (1993, ’95) were marred on Jan. 19, 2013 at First Congregational Church in Fresno, followed by a Disney-themed reception in the Fellowship Hall. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Sandoh Mayu (2005) Eric Mayu (2005) is engaged to be married to Rachael Marie Bloch on Sept. 21, 2013 at a private residence in Fresno, Calif. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Paul George (2008) Paul George (Alumnus) of the Indiana Pacers was recently selected for his first NBA All-Star Game where he was named the Most Improved Player. He played for the Bulldogs from 2008-10. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Edward Diener (1968) Edward Diener (1968) has been named a Distinguished Scientist Award by the American Psychological Association for lifetime achievement in scholarship and research. In 2012, he was presented an Outstanding Alumnus Award by the Fresno State Alumni Association on behalf of the College of Science and Mathematics. Dr. Diener is the Joseph R. Smiley Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Illinois. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Gerald Rude (2012) Garlyn Hollingshead (2003, ’06) and Gerald Rude (2010, ’12) were married on July 7, 2012. They both hold undergraduate and graduates degrees from Fresno State. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. > Read all Class Notes
David Fitzgerald (1989) has published “The Complete Heretic's Guide to Western Religion – Book One: The Mormons” via Kindle. He lives and works in San Francisco. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Nedra Biggers () Nedra Gallegos (1994) has launched a comedy web series called “Off the G.” in association with the Brooklyn Arts Council. It celebrates challenges that take place when a variety of cultures, races and socio-economic groups converge. Details: http://www.brooklynartscouncil.org/registry/10106. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. > Read more Career News
Julia Navarro (2005) is proud to announce the birth of her daughter, Emma Christine at 7lbs 4 oz and 20 ¾. She joins her big sister Grace Isabella, 2 yrs, 3 months. Submitted on Oct 12 2011. Ryan Jacobsen (2002) Ryan Jacobsen (2002, 2004) and Ashley (DeBenedetto) Jacobsen (2003) are proud to announce the birth of their son, Maverick Laub Jacobsen, who was born on September 4, 2011 at 7:58 a.m. Maverick weighed in at 8 lbs, 9 oz and measured 21-1/2 in long. Submitted on Oct 5 2011. > Read more Births & Adoptions
Roseanna Ferroggiaro (2000) and Matt Horton (1993, ’95) were marred on Jan. 19, 2013 at First Congregational Church in Fresno, followed by a Disney-themed reception in the Fellowship Hall. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Matthew Horton (1995) Roseanna Ferroggiaro (2000) and Matt Horton (1993, ’95) were marred on Jan. 19, 2013 at First Congregational Church in Fresno, followed by a Disney-themed reception in the Fellowship Hall. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. > Read more Marriages & Commitments
Moss Roberts (1993) returns to the stage after a decade’s absence in Christopher Durang’s “Laughing Wild.” The play runs June 8-10 at Cap 21 Studios in New York City. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Jason Freeman (1995) Jason Freeman (1995, 1997), center, leads the way as members of the First Congregational Church of Fresno carry a giant rainbow flag along Olive Avenue during the 2013 Rainbow Pride Parade and festival Saturday, June 1, 2013, in Fresno's Tower District. This year's theme was "Hang Ten with the Tides of Change" for the 23rd year for the event to celebrate Fresno's gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community, and visitors from all over the Central Valley. (Photo by Craig Kohlruss — The Fresno Bee) LINK: http://www.fresnobee.com/2013/06/01/3323216/the-23rd-annual-rainbow-pride.html#storylink=cpy Submitted on Jun 18 2013. > Read more Catching Up
The Teachers College of San Joaquin is not your average graduate school. It was founded by teachers for teachers, and grew out of a program designed for teacher development through internships. In May, it graduated its second class of 70 students. Marie Burkin-Caffese of Stockton was among the graduates. She worked as a special education teacher at North Valley School in Lodi with emotionally disturbed children and has more than decade of work with that population under her belt. Submitted on Oct 8 2012. Adrian Correa (2008) Adrian Correa (2008) received a Master's of Science degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures from Santa Clara University on June 15, 2012. Submitted on Jun 30 2012. > Read more Educational News
Amy Shuklian (1987) has been selected as grand marshal for Fresno’s 23rd annual Rainbow Pride Parade. The mayor of Visalia, lives with her partner of nearly 20 years, Mary Randol, and their three Chocolate Labrador Retrievers (Godiva, Molly Brown, and Georgee). Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Edward Diener (1968) Edward Diener (1968) has been named a Distinguished Scientist Award by the American Psychological Association for lifetime achievement in scholarship and research. In 2012, he was presented an Outstanding Alumnus Award by the Fresno State Alumni Association on behalf of the College of Science and Mathematics. Dr. Diener is the Joseph R. Smiley Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Illinois. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. > Read more General
Louis passed away peacefull in his sleep on Saturday, May 11th, 2013. He was 84 years old. Submitted on Jun 18 2013. Ellsworth Hobler (1938) Ellsworth S. Hobler, 97, of Fresno died March 17, 2013. He was an insurance branch manager. Submitted on May 28 2013. > Read more In Memoriam
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