ALUMNI
Since its founding in 1888, more than 1,900 priests have received their formation and education at the Pontifical College Josephinum. Ordained alumni are active today in 48 states in the United States and in 18 foreign countries. Similarly, our alumni who are members of the lay faithful are making profound contributions to the life of the Church through a commitment to family, distinguished work in their professions, and witness to service.
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Alumni Day 2021
Alumni Day is just around the corner and plans are being made for an unforgettable event!
Forms
Jessing Alumnus of the Year Nomination
Accommodations
Rooms are reserved at the Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
7490 Vantage Drive Columbus, Ohio 43235
$99/night until September 15
Reserve online or call 1-800-993-4751 and reference Pontifical College Alumni Reunion
Events
Wednesday, September 29
Laghi Lecture by Dr. Jonathan Reyes
Jessing Center, 7:00 p.m.
Special reception for alumni
Thursday, September 30
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Campus tour
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Annual meeting with Rector and Treasurer
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Mass in Saint Turibius Chapel
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Awards luncheon
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Recognition of silver and golden jubilarians
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Opportunity (on this Feast Day of Saint Jerome, patron of librarians) to honor Mr. Peter Veracka, retired Director of Library Services
Saturday, October 2
Friends of the Josephinum 4-Miler Run/Walk
Mud Bowl, 3:00 p.m.
The Jessing Alumnus of the Year Award, given to an ordained alumnus and a lay alumnus who have best exhibited the spirit of our founder, Monsignor Joseph Jessing, through ministry in the Church and service to the community-at-large. The honorees have shown and share their love for the Church, and support the Church and the Josephinum in her mission.
Past Recipients
2008 – Msgr. Jim Koenigsfeld / Mr. Michael Fry
2009 – Msgr. Carson LaCaze + / Mr. Marvin Rezabek
2010 – Fr. Richard Kramer / Mr. Tom Zilligen +
2011 – Fr. Joseph Weber + / Mr. Tom Whitney
2012 – Msgr. Anthony Borrelli + / Mr. Mike Heydinger
2013 – Fr. Jeffrey Rimelspach / Mr. Rodney Hartle
2014 – Fr. Alfred Camp + / Mr. George Karg +
2015 – Msgr. A. Leon Duesman / Mr. Donald Wampach
2016 – Msgr. Ralph Kuehner + / Mr. Thomas Meyer
2017 – Bishop Ronald Herzog + / Mr. Edward Wink
2018 – Fr. Daniel Clayton / Mr. Norman Hageman
2019 – Fr. John Sims Baker / Dr. Francis W. Conn
2020 – Bishop Robert J. Baker / Mr. Edward Jim Geiser
Alumni Directory
The Josephinum periodically publishes an alumni directory. To obtain an electronic copy in pdf format, please email Allison Moore, Advancement Associate.
Seasonal Aerial Photo Collection
Download a collection of seasonal aerial photos of campus for use as the background or screensaver on your device!
Celebrating the Year of Saint Joseph
A tribute to Saint Joseph, composed by alumnus and former faculty member Father Robert Gonzalez T'78.