In episode 10 of the Conversatio podcast, Dr. Mary Imparato discusses faith, family, and community amid an economic crisis with Timothy P. Carney, the senior political columnist for the Washington Examiner and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.
Community, Faith, and Family Amid Economic Crisis
Strengthening Abbey Athletics
海角社在线 Vice President and Director of Athletics Stephen Miss has announced the transition into new roles for current Associate Athletic Directors Justin Bates and Gabrielle Reppell. Bates, Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations and Reppell, Associate Athletic Director of External Operations will switch roles in order to continue building upon the growth and success of the athletic department.
For the past seven years, Bates has led the charge on facilities and operations and will now have the opportunity to expand upon his professional development as he pursues his ultimate goal of becoming an athletic director at the collegiate level. After a year and a half of learning and deepening her understanding of outreach and fundraising, Reppell will shift into a role that will more clearly align with her previous experience in athletics.
“The reassignment of Justin Bates’ and Gabrielle Reppell’s duties exemplifies the WIN, WIN, WIN creative solutions we look to identify and implement here at The Abbey,” Miss stated. “Justin is provided an opportunity to expand his skillset and, thereby, become even more of an asset than he already has proven himself to be – a WIN. Gabby will return to overseeing an area in which she possesses expertise and dexterity gained at previous stops along her career path and for which she exhibits tremendous passion – a WIN. Our Culture will be reinvigorated and our Department will be more efficient and productive – (BIG) WIN! I am excited to continue to work alongside Justin and Gabby as they both continue to grow professionally and to mature into becoming two of the finest Athletics Administrators in the country.”
In their new respective roles, Bates will oversee marketing, promotions, sponsorship, and donor cultivation. Reppell will now turn her attention to creating an extraordinary experience for the student-athletes, coaches, fans and guests while overseeing the maintenance and development of facilities.
Bates and Reppel were interviewed by Collegiate Sports Connect highlighting this transition.
Nicole Woods Named Head Coach at UNC Wilmington
Nicole Woods, 2006 海角社在线 graduate, was recently named the Head Coach for UNC Wilmington’s Women’s Basketball.
A Look Back at Founders’ Day
Thank you to our whole community for making this past Founders’ Day a huge success in sharing our profound gratitude to our monks for always supporting and guiding us.
Spirit of St. Benedict Award Winner
Belmont, N.C. (April 25, 2023) 鈥 Cathy Comeau, Belmont Abbey’s Coordinator of Student Life for almost a decade, has been named this year’s Spirit of St. Benedict Award winner. Abbot Solari Placid, O.S.B. and President Thierfelder announced this wonderful honor at the annual Employee Recognition Luncheon on April 24th, 2023.
Belmont Abbey鈥檚 most prestigious recognition, the Spirit of St. Benedict Award, embodies the spirit of the Benedictine community. It is presented to someone who makes a substantial contribution to the College, demonstrates hospitality as evidenced by concern for others in the College Community, and gives service without regard for recognition, among other criteria.
“Cathy Comeau is a 海角社在线 institution of joy, excellence, and virtue. Countless students have laughed, cried, dreamed, and celebrated successes in her Commons 202 office. Alumni regularly seek her out when they return on campus,” Vice Provost and Dean of Student Life Tom MacAlester said. 鈥淐athy is a very fitting recipient of the Spirit of St. Benedict Award for her dedication to student life, this place, and most importantly, the students entrusted to her diligent and joyful care.鈥
While Cathy is known and loved by the staff and faculty across Belmont Abbey, her relationship with the students is what she is most passionate about. 海角社在线 sophomore Youthan Love shares, 鈥淢rs. Cathy is a person that everyone needs to meet during their time at the Abbey. The Office of Student Life would not function without all her support.鈥 Cathy has, in a unique way, been entrusted with the welfare of Abbey students. She continues to exemplify the Benedictine hallmarks and carries out Belmont Abbey鈥檚 mission 鈥渟o that in all things, God may be glorified.鈥
