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A Dedicated Alumnus, Educator, Leader, and Donor Makes His Mark at Suffolk: Tom Sullivan
Thomas “Tom” M. Sullivan, JD ’94, an expert patent and intellectual property attorney, not only brings his vast legal and business experience to Suffolk classrooms, he also supports the Suffolk community as an alumni volunteer and a generous donor.
Extending His Mother’s Generosity: Tony Scavongelli
Tony Scavongelli, JD ’89, gives back to Suffolk through a scholarship in memory of his mother, Rosemary, a beloved teacher who championed education.
Making Life Sweet for Cape Cod Community: Paolo Paraguay
Business owner Paolo Paraguay, BSBA ’12 emphasizes the importance of community at Suffolk and beyond.
Finding His "Why": Adam Russo
A life-changing scholarship allowed Dorchester native Adam Russo, BS ’96, JD ’00, MSF ’00 to attend Suffolk. Now a top executive, Adam is giving back and honoring his roots through the newly established Russo Family Scholarship Fund.
Why We Give: The Moker Family
George Moker, MBA ’03 and his daughter, Brittany Leary, BSBA ’14, MBA ’15 talk about their family’s support of students through scholarships and the Suffolk CARES program.
A Life of Public Service: Sandy Matava
Former Suffolk professor and administrator Sandy Matava, MPA ’81 exemplified the meaning of public service for countless students.
Why We Give: Taj and Faries McCree
Working hard to build community and make an impact has been a lifetime pursuit for Taj, JD ’01 and Faries McCree, MEd ’97, JD ’01, who endowed a scholarship for law and education students.
Service Above Self: Sarah Dohoney Byrne
Sarah Dohoney Byrne, JD '03 has had a meaningful impact on systems-change and legislation related to post-conviction relief and credit repair for trafficking victims after exploitation. We asked her about her career and the inspiration she drew from attending Suffolk Law.
Navigating the Innovation Economy: Mark Sullivan
A $250,000 gift from trustee Mark Sullivan, JD ’79 will support education at the nexus of business and IP.
Paying It Forward at Suffolk: Hind Habbach
Hind Habbach, BA ’09, knows how much scholarships meant to her academic career. So now she’s giving back.
To Be a Part of It: Stacy Mills
During an inspirational trip to New York, Suffolk accounting students learn valuable lessons from trustee Stacy Mills, BSBA ’87.
Suffolk Hall of Famers Fortify University Athletics
For brothers Michael Smith, BSBA ‘61 and Larry Smith, BSBA ’65, success finds lasting meaning through philanthropy.
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