Brick Memorial High School Hosts Successful Alumni Networking Day

Today, Brick Memorial High School welcomed graduates back to campus for its annual Alumni Networking Day. The event, led by Mr. Kevin McKnight, Head of Guidance, provided an invaluable opportunity for current juniors and seniors to hear firsthand from alumni about expectations, opportunities, and life after high school.

A highlight of the day was keynote speaker Ms. Ann Marie Tarnowski, who retired last year and returned to share her insights and experiences with the students. Alumni from a range of graduation years also joined to offer guidance on careers, college majors, and personal growth.

Returning Alumni:

• Kayla Capozzi, 2022 – South Dakota State University, Fashion Merchandising, Minor in Economics & Sports Management

• Lauren Zycband, 2022 – High Point University, Media Production

• Raven Heckel, 2023 – Kean University, Exercise Science, Pre PT/PA

• Brandon Erlenmeyer, 2022 – University of New Haven, Criminal Justice, Investigative Services

• Raven Farber, 2021 – American Institute of Cherry Hill, Medical Assistant

• Joshua Toscano, 2020 – Ocean County College & Civil Air Patrol, Business Administration, Event Production

• Bryanna Morales, 2023 – University of Virginia, Psychology & Education

• Benjamin Neller, 2024 – Harvard, Molecular & Cellular Biology & Mathematics

• Sophie Daly, 2025 – University of Delaware, Fashion Business, Minor in Journalism

• Amie Hueston, 2025 – Ocean County Community College, Psychology

• Julia Fuchs, 2024 – The College of New Jersey, Psychology (Counseling Focus), Minor in Communications

• Gianna Livio, 2024 – The College of New Jersey, Graphic Design

• Kelly Thornley, 2022 – Keuka College, American Sign Language Interpreting

• Katie Rogers, 2025 – Pennsylvania State University, Bio Behavioral Health

• Ava Hansen, 2024 – Emerson College, Media Arts Production

• Emma Santos, 2023 – Boston University, Biology (Cell Bio & Genetics), Minor in Public Health, Pre-Med

• Aksh Patel, 2023 – Rutgers, Finance

• Ereeny Nessem, 2025 – Rutgers University New Brunswick, Medical Assistant, Cell Biology & Neuroscience

• Emily Farrell, 2025 – Dickinson College, International Studies

• Tom Vija, 2022 – Virginia Tech, Computer Modeling & Data Analytics

• Drew Forfar, 2023 – University of Delaware, Kinesiology, Minor in Strength & Conditioning

• Donald Smith, 2022 – Kean University / NJ Air National Guard, History Education / Aircraft Refueler

• Christen McWade, 2025 – Virginia Tech NROTC, Aerospace Engineering

• Christine Prince, 2025 – Cornell University, Undecided; exploring STEM

• Ryan Kelly, 2024 – Quinnipiac University, Mathematics

• Stephanie Trujillano, 2025 – Seton Hall University, Biology, Physician Assistant Program

• Nyla Caetano, 2025 – OCC/Brookdale, Radiologic Technology

• KyLee Caetano, 2023 – Keiser University, Sports Management

• Gabby D’Agostino, 2025 – East Stroudsburg University, Social Work

• Tianna Dodson, 2023 – East Stroudsburg University, Middle Level Education, Concentration in Math

• Riley Kindler, 2024 – Monmouth University, Music Industry, Minor in Communications

• Nate Jackson, 2022 – Rutgers, Finance

• Isabella Soriano Castaneda, 2025 – Georgian Court University, Psychology & Early Childhood Education

• Enzo Manfredi, 2025 – The College of New Jersey, Economics, Minor in Political Science

• Zack Santana, 2024 – OCC, Elementary Education

• Jenna Akins, 2023 – High Point University, Criminal Justice

• Briana Solomon, 2020 – Rowan University, Biological Sciences

• Jared Ericksen, 2020 – Rowan University, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

• LeighAnn Livio, 2024 – University of Scranton, Kinesiology

• Maya Cifrodella, 2022 – Rowan University, English Education MST

• Melanie Hiotis, 2022 – Ursinus College, Economics, Minor in Management

• Justin Czajkowski, 2020 – Stockton, Computer Information Systems

• Jesse Fusco, 2021 – Northeastern University, History & Political Science

• Mary Ann Jacob, 2023 – Rochester Institute of Technology, Graphic Design, Minor in Marketing

• Sam Cifrodella, 2021 – NASM, Personal Trainer

• Jonmichael Moon, 2025 – The College of New Jersey, Music Education

• Benjamin Umbrino, 2025 – Stevens Institute of Technology, Chemical Engineering

• Owen Rodriguez, 2023 – University of Vermont, Environmental Science (Ecological Design Concentration)

• Daniel Lin, 2025 – Princeton, Electrical & Computer Engineering

• Nick Tanella, 2021 – Rosemont College, now attending Hastings College, Business (Sports Management)

• Chaeli McDonald, 2024 – Rutgers New Brunswick, Nutrition & Dietetics

• Izzy Marotta, 2025 – Rutgers, Biology

• Zack Pascale, 2021 – Rowan University, Environmental Science

• Michael Sura, 2025 – Cairn University, Christian Studies

• Brooke DeAlmeida, 2025 – Monmouth University

The event was an inspiring reminder of the Brick Memorial community’s strength and the value of lifelong connections. Students left with practical advice and renewed motivation for their future academic and career paths.  Once again, we proved “once a Mustang, always a Mustang!”