USJ In West Hartford Names Top 2023 Alumni

University of Saint Joseph

WEST HARTFORD, CT — The University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford's alumni organization has announced the 2023 recipients of its most prestigious award for USJ grads.

The University of Saint Joseph Alumni Association has announced its Distinguished Alumni Award (DAA) recipients for 2023.

They are Linda Estabrook Class of 1977; Caitlin Meyer, masters 2018; Brian Mylod; and Lois Nesci Class of 1985, masters, 1987.

The four award winners will be honored on Friday, Sept. 15, at the Hartford Golf Club.

Since 1974, the USJ Alumni Association has presented the awards annually to outstanding alumni and university community members.

The following will be honored:

• Linda Estabrook will receive The Business and Entrepreneurial Award.

Estabrook recently retired from the Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective (HGLHC), where she served as executive director for 34 years.

• Caitlin Meyer will receive The Catherine McAuley Award.

Meyer serves as the director of programs and talent development for Great Oaks Charter School in Bridgeport, where she "facilitates the intellectual and professional development of teachers and AmeriCorp fellows."

• Brian J. Mylod will receive The Winifred E. Coleman Service Award.

Mylod held senior executive positions with insurance and investment organizations including Keefe, Bruyette and Woods before founding Advisory One, a certified investment advisory group based in Farmington, in 1993.

• Lois Nesci will receive The Sister Mary Rosa McDonough Award.

Nesci is the chief executive officer for Gándara Mental Health Center in Springfield, Mass., which provides behavioral health, substance use and recovery; youth, young adult, and family services; and an array of programs focused on culturally sensitive care throughout the state.

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