Santa Clara Magazine

Freshman Dorm: Graham 100

Mary Cochran Wolk '76 writes: "After leaving SCU I ventured south to UCLA for my masters in public health and an M.D. degree. I moved to Tucson for what was supposed to be a three year residency program and ended up staying. Tucson has been my home since 1981 and I have been busy practicing pediatrics ever since my arrival. I am caring for second generation children now, as the parents of some of my current patients were my patients years ago. Pediatric oncology and pediatric hospice work were a large part of my life for awhile but I am now concentrating on general peds and trying to slow down a bit (unsuccessful to date!). When not working or volunteering in the community my husband and I like to hike, cycle, kayak (tough to do in the desert!), swim and travel."

Charlotte Carreira '76, M.B.A. '76 was presented with the Excellence in Leadership Award in July 2011 at the Dream Weekend Corporate event for Simplexity Health. She was recognized as one of the top 10 in the company list of achievers.

Jay M. Burcham '76 is serving as the Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Afghanistan Engineer District - North, in Kabul. Prior to this assignment he served as the Deputy Director of Strategic Planning for the US Army Installation Management Command in Arlington, Virginia.

Jay M. Burcham '76 is deployed for one year with the US Army Corps of Engineers to the Afghanistan Engineer District-North in Kabul Afghanistan where he serves as the district Chief of Staff. The district delivers quality sustainable development projects for the Afghan people that employ the populace, build skilled human capital, and promote the future stability of Afghanistan.

Gregory Brose J.D. '76 retired as Chief Deputy District Attorney from the Ventura County District Attorney's Office in February 2011 and moved to Kailua Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Rose Marie Beebe '76 writes: "After graduating from SCU I went on to Stanford for a Ph.D in Spanish literature. I was hired in the Modern Languages Dept. at SCU in 1978, rose through the ranks from lecturer to Full Professor in 2002. I have been married for almost 12 years to Robert Senkewicz, Professor of History at SCU since 1976. Together we have published a number of books on Spanish and Mexican California, especially the mission period. We enjoy spending time up at Donner Lake where we can relax with our long-haired dachshund Ollie!"

Pat Badia-Johnson M.A. ’76 writes: “Retired from counseling. Just took youngest granddaughter to Italy. Actively involved in church community volunteering. Thirteen great grandchildren. Taking Italian at PSU.”

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Andrea Anderson Berryhill '76 writes: "After SCU, attended UOP Dental School and then specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at USC. Have three 'adult' children, the youngest a senior at the University of San Diego."

Tim White J.D. ’77 writes: “Married, four children, three grandchildren, employed by PNC Bank as EVP/chief operating officer–multifamily, Calabasas, Calif., residing in Thousand Oaks, Calif.” 

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Fran Warmerdam ’77 lives in the East Bay and works as the director of counseling at Bishop O’Dowd High School. As an MFT, she also works as a therapist in a private practice in Castro Valley. She writes: "Working with teens is still the most fun and invigorating job in the world!"

Mary Vigal J.D. '77 is teaching a course in Seattle for real estate professionals wanting to grow their business with foreign buyers. Licensed to practice law in both California and Washington, Mary has practiced for more than 33 years and is a tax specialist certified by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization since 1979. One of her areas of expertise is advising foreign persons on the basic tax implications of living or investing in the U.S., and in the converse offering assistance to U.S. persons with their IRS reporting obligations if they choose to live or invest abroad. She is licensed by the Dept of Licensing of Washington State as a Real Estate Instructor in the area of Taxation.

Ms. Vigal is a former full-time associate professor of law at the Graduate School of Taxation of Golden Gate University in San Francisco California, a visiting professor in taxation at the Santa Clara University School of Law in Santa Clara California, and a former lecturer at the San Jose State Graduate School of Business in San Jose California.

Frequently speaking at domestic and international venues on wealth preservation, tax, and international estate planning, she has numerous published articles in her areas of expertise. She was a guest speaker in 2006 for the American Chamber or Commerce in Panama City, Panama, on the topic of the Reporting Obligations for U.S. taxpayers owing foreign accounts, assets or business structures and also in London, England in 2005.

Ms. Vigal received her B.A. degree in Economics from the Colorado College, her J.D. degree from the University of Santa Clara and her LL.M. (tax) degree, from Golden Gate University. She is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, the State Bar of California, a member of the International Tax Planning Association (ITPA), the Society of Trust and Estate Practioners (STEP) and, the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI ).

Through the Condado Group LLC, Mary offers tax consultation and planning for those involved with international real estate transactions and clients.

Robert Uyttebroek '77 is the new finance director for the City of Newark, replacing retired  Dennis McFarland. He received a bachelor of arts from the University of Santa Clara and a master of public administration from Golden Gate University. He joins the staff with more than 25 years of municipal finance experience.

Rob Uyttebroek ’77 is now the director of finance for the City of Newark, Del.

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Jack Treacy, S.J. '77 writes: "I'm in my seventh year serving as director of campus ministry at SCU. I love being back here, contributing to a university community that was so important in my own growth. I can't imagine living a more rewarding life, as I'm inviting into the lives of our students as they develop their minds, open their hearts and form themselves for the rest of their lives. It's a privilege to lead them in prayer, to speak with them about life questions and faith issues, to enjoy happy times and share challenging moments with them. I often think back to our time at SCU as I make my way across campus!"

M. Dean Sutton J.D. '77 and Adriana Frederick were married May 21, 2011 at Pt. Lobos overlooking Carmel. They now live in Santa Cruz. He practices law in Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties. She is a TV reporter in Monterey.

Deborah A. Ryan J.D. ’77 was appointed to judgeship in the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Ryan, 57, of San Jose, has been a court commissioner for the Santa Clara County Superior Court since 1999. Previously, she served as senior assistant counsel for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority from 1995 to 1999, and as deputy county counsel for Santa Clara County Counsel’s Office from 1989 to 1994 and from 1987 to 1988. She was the project coordinator for the Comprehensive Adjudication of Drug Arrestees program for the Santa Clara County Executive Office from 1988 to 1989. Prior to that, Ryan was a deputy public defender for the Santa Clara County Public Defender’s Office from 1978 to 1987. She earned a J.D. from Santa Clara Law and a bachelor’s degree from U.C. Davis.

Antonio Reyes J.D. ’77 of Visalia has been appointed by Gov. Jerry Brown ’59 to a judgeship on the Tulare County Superior Court. Reyes, 60, has been in solo private practice since 1990. He has a law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law and Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Mary's College. Reyes is a Democrat and fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Gerald F. Sevier J.D. '71.

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Victor P. Republicano Jr. '77 writes: "Linda and I have been blessed with eight (8) amazing sons, including three in the Santa Clara Family: Joseph (BSEE '09; MSEE '12), Michael (BSC '10), and Victor (BA '13). Jonathan, who is at Reedley College, (BS '15), Mathew, at St. Joseph Notre Dame High School(SJND,'13), Vincent (SJND HS, '16), and our Twins, David and James (SJND, '18) -- all plan to follow in their brothers' Santa Clara footsteps. Oh, yes, we both have busy careers -- in our spare time! Linda is Director of Business and Administration at a San Francisco law firm; and, I am the Director of a Forensic Accounting and Consulting Firm. My beautiful Mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2003; and my brave and independent Father, is her caretaker. God Bless them both!"

Eldon P. Regua '77 is currently a Major General in the United States Army with over 33 years of active and reserve service. Since August 2008 he has commanded the 75th Division (Battle Command Division) and is the highest-ranking officer of Filipino descent serving active duty in the Army. He has served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He has been awarded the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Meritorious Service Medal with Silver Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Commendation Medal, and an Army Achievement Medal.

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Kathryn Palmer Rathvon ’77 writes, "It's been a busy life since the wonderful SCU days! I earned my Masters in International Finance and Econ from the Thunderbird School of Global Management in Ariz. and hit the International Scene running through various banking positions. Living and working overseas was a natural outgrowth with my husband, Will, leading to our children being expat kids in Asia and Europe. Our family is geographically challenged! The "kids" are separated in the States by significant distances, Will is in Singapore, and we all travel around for visits! I am thrilled to be re-establishing my professional career in entrepreneurial endeavors, involving health and wellness and inventions."

Bill Quiseng '77 is the charter general manager of The Henry — An Autograph Collection Hotel in Dearborn, Mich.

Bill Quiseng '77 is resort manager at Marriott's KoOlina Beach Club on Oahu, Hawaii.

Russell Perry ’77 recently recounted to the Mercury News how he met the love his life 33 years ago while attending SCU for the publication's Valentine's Day feature. Read all about it at http://www.mercurynews.com/los-gatos/ci_19957786.

David Perez ’77, MA ’83 was named parks commissioner of Watsonville, Calif. by the city council. Hel brings more than 30 years of experience working with children and families to the city. Perez, who has lived in Watsonville for 23 years, has worked as a juvenile probation counselor, social worker in an adolescent residential treatment center, foster parent and juvenile traffic hearing officer.