Fairfield Awards Dinner

Benefiting Scholarships at Fairfield University

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Cipriani 42nd Street

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More than $1.418 million raised in 2024...

Generous Fairfield community members and corporate sponsors exceeded expectations and the fundraising goal of $1,000,000, making 2024 one of the most successful Fairfield Awards Dinner in our history.

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About

Since 1988, the Fairfield Awards Dinner has raised more than $22 million for scholarships to help students realize their full potential through a Fairfield education, regardless of economic or social barriers.

The Awards Dinner also honors the achievements and volunteer service of alumni, parents, faculty, and staff.
2025 Awards Dinner Committee
2025 Awards Dinner Emcee

2025 Honorees

Alumni Professional Achievement Award

Joseph R. Bronson ’70

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Alumni Service Award

Adrienne Johnson-Dowling ’91, P’28

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Distinguished Faculty/Administrator Award

Dr. Joan L. Lee, P’19

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Family Leadership Award

The Butala and O’Keefe Families

Robert ’55 (Posthumous) and Maureen O’Keefe, P’84
Patrick and Karen (Occhipinti) O’Keefe ’84, P’15
Mary and John Butala, P’20
Joseph and Wendy O’Keefe, P’27

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Special Recognition

Jacqueline S. Kane ’87
Former Field Hockey Head Coach, Fairfield University

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Why Giving Matters

We create scholars and leaders. But mostly, we create change. At Fairfield University, we are driven by our Jesuit roots to act on needs greater than our own—to seek out opportunities, to make the world a better place, to put our plans into action. We are committed to providing each and every student with a strong, exemplary academic experience. We’re also committed to making this experience as accessible to as many bright, driven students as possible so they’ll have a better shot at making a real difference in the world. We hope you share this mission and that you’ll help us bring it to life. In fact, our vision is dependent on your generosity.

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2025 Awards Dinner Student Speaker

Mekaylia Ingram ’25

About the St. Ignatius Scholarship Fund

To meet the growing demand for a Fairfield education, we are committed to expanding access and opportunities for talented, ambitious students from all backgrounds. This includes increased funding with a focus on first-generation students, and those with high financial need across broader geographies. These efforts enhance our community and reinforce our leadership in providing impactful and outcomes-focused educational opportunities.

1,000+

Scholarships Awarded

283

Distinct number of individuals have received this scholarship

Meet the Scholars


Donor Roll

We wish to thank the contributors for their generosity in making the 2025 Fairfield Awards Dinner a success.

2025 Awards Dinner Donor Roll

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Bellarmine

Leadership

Partner

Benefactor

Donors


About the Venue

For the third time, Fairfield University will be hosting the Fairfield Awards Dinner at the historic Cipriani 42nd St. Conveniently located in the heart of Manhattan, this Italian Renaissance inspired masterpiece showcases towering marble columns, soaring ceilings, magnificent inlaid floors and glorious chandeliers.

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2025 Awards Dinner Sponsors