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Emily Van Fleet and her husband hold their two children with a beach in the background

Emily (Su) Van Fleet ’16 and her family

Emily Van Fleet and her husband hold their two children with a beach in the background

Emily (Su) Van Fleet ’16 and her husband, Kevin, are shown with their daughter, Kaia, and big brother Theo.

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November 01, 2025

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2016

Full house of ‘I Do’s’ for the ‘QU Crew’

Greg Thomas ’16 tied the knot in December 2025 with his wife, Lauren, joining longtime roommate and best friend Timothy Marks ’16, who is married to Heather Marks ’16. The group also includes close friends Gennaro Nardelli ’16 and his wife, Samantha. We saved the best for last — Greg was the final member of the squad to get married, making it a full house of “I do’s” for the “QU Crew.” The next generation of QU pride is already here, too. Timothy and Heather welcomed their son, Hudson, who turns two this July, and Gennaro and Samantha are parents to their son, Westyn, who celebrated his second birthday in April. From college friendships to growing families, the QU squad continues to celebrate life’s biggest milestones together.

1999, 2016

Bill Brucker ’99, MS ’16, named executive director of the Stamford Museum & Nature Center

The Stamford Museum & Nature Center (SM&NC) has announced Bill Brucker ’99, MS ’16, as its new executive director, succeeding Melissa Mulrooney, who is retiring after 20 years of leadership. Brucker, a Stamford resident, brings more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and community engagement. Most recently, Brucker served as chief advancement officer at Family Centers, one of Fairfield County’s largest nonprofit providers of health, education and human services. He helped raise over $7 million annually, strengthened financial reserves, and expanded partnerships across Stamford and the surrounding region.

Quinnipiac alumni pose for a picture holding a Quinnipiac University banner at a wedding

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Kylie Cardoso ’16: A Quinnipiac wedding reunion!

I recently got married and was lucky to have five of my best friends from Quinnipiac as bridesmaids. We also had some other great Quinnipiac friends at the wedding, including five of us from the physical therapy program. I'm so thankful to Quinnipiac for giving me these lifelong best friends!

Ben Teicher poses with his award and another person from PR Daily

2016

Ben Teicher '16 earns PR Daily award

Ben Teicher '16 earned the PR Daily National Winner for Crisis/Reputation Management on behalf of the American Hospital Association for their response to the Change Healthcare cyberattack.

Savannah Reilly looks at the camera as her husband embraces her on their wedding day

2016

Savanna Reilly ’16 and Jake O’Brien marry

Savanna Reilly ’16 and Jake O’Brien were married on Sept. 13, 2025, before a wonderful gathering of family and friends at the Henry House in North Bennington, VT.

Flyer for Minty's Scoop on School book by Samantha Castella

2016

Samantha (Fanelli) Castella '16 publishes children's book

Hello! I am Samantha Castella (formerly Fanelli), a QU Class of 2016 graduate, and I'm so excited to announce I wrote a children's book, Minty's Scoop on School! As a mom and pediatric PT, I'm passionate about helping kids grow with confidence, which is why this story is so close to my heart! Minty is a mint chocolate chip ice cream cone who's nervous about her first day of school, afraid she won't fit in - until she discovers that being unique is what makes her so special! I can't wait to share this sweet story about self-acceptance and friendship with you all! You can check out my book on Amazon now at www.amazon.com/dp/B0F27FSYH2 - THANK YOU!

1986

Susan Thomas '86 shares life updates

I have passionately worked in environmental conservation since QC and recently switched to a veterinary diagnostic company. Hubby and I currently live in central MA and have 3 sons (pilot, mechanical engineer and college freshman in environmental science). I have been a leader with BSA for 15 years and enjoy all types of outdoor adventures in my free time. Would LOVE to hear from my fellow Class of '86 "Bobcats"!!!

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