Alumnae News Archive

On Saturday, June 14 Saint Joseph Academy honored the Class of 2025 “25 Under 35” honorees. 

Saint Joseph Academy proudly celebrates Sister Juanita Shealey, CSJ, who received the 2025 Bishop Roger Gries Heart of a Shepherd Award at the First Friday Club of Cleveland’s Bishop’s Luncheon in February.

Saint Joseph Academy is proud to congratulate Catherine “Cathy” Lanning Knittel ’67, P'97, on being named the 2025 Ward 17 Senior of the Year by the City of Cleveland. This honor is a fitting tribute to a woman who has spent her life quietly and consistently shaping hearts, minds and communities through faith, compassion and tireless service.

Almost eight years ago, two young women walked across the stage at Our Lady of Angels as they graduated from Saint Joseph Academy, their hearts full of promise and ambition. Today, they stand on the verge of graduating from prestigious programs, their paths shaped by the very foundation of their unique high school experience.

Saint Joseph Academy is proud to recognize the honorees for the 8th "25 Under 35" Awards. The "25 Under 35" awards program is a celebration of the Academy's alumnae who are under the age of 35 and actively contributing to their communities. Originating as a tribute to Saint Joseph Academy's 125th anniversary, this event recognizes and applauds the remarkable achievements of our young alumnae. Honorees exemplify the Academy's mission and embody the distinctive qualities that define Saint Joseph Academy graduates in both their personal and professional pursuits.

On Thursday, March 6, the Academy welcomed female leaders, including 16 alumnae, from various career paths for the 18th annual Women’s Leadership Symposium. Professions represented include attorney, artist, business owner, sous chef, educator, engineer, nurse and more. 

Alumnae faculty and staff members Becky Goede McNulty ’96 and Molly Powers ’18 joined two students on a panel moderated by Vice President of Mission and Associate of the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph, Dr. Jessica Wrobleski, as part of sophomore class retreat.

The Alumnae Office and the Health Sciences Honors Program (HSHP) partnered to host a dinner for healthcare alumnae, creating a space for meaningful connection, mentorship, and shared experiences.

Saint Joseph Academy is thrilled to welcome back alumna Mary Sessions '18, as part of our CORE Ministry department. Mary will serve as a long-term substitute, teaching 9th and 12th grade Theology and supporting CORE Ministry.