Mother Caroline Friess Alumna of the Year

The Mother Caroline Friess Alumna of the Year Award is presented annually to an outstanding alumna who lives out the mission of Notre Dame Prep and the School Sisters of Notre Dame in the empowerment of women to create transformative change in the world and whose devotion and loyalty to her alma mater we wish to recognize. Alumnae of all ages are eligible for this award.

2026 Alumnae of the Year: Mary Gamberdella ’71

Mary Gamberdella ’71 has been named Notre Dame Preparatory School's 2026 Mother Caroline Friess Alumna of the Year. A dedicated alumna, generous mentor, and steadfast supporter of the NDP community, Mary is being recognized for a lifetime of meaningful and far-reaching impact that beautifully exemplifies the school's enduring spirit.

Past Recipients

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  • Sister Sharon Slear, SSND, Ph.D. ’61

    2025 Co-Recipient

  • Marguerite “Peggy” Mullan Greenman ’61

    2025 Co-Recipient

  • Sister Kathleen Feeley ’46

    2024 Recipient

  • Anita Feeley ’73

    2023 Recipient

  • Victoria Chou ’92

    2022 Recipient

  • Anita Barry, M.D. ’71

    2021 Recipient

  • Jane Kroh Satterfield ’60

    2018 Recipient

  • Diana Healy Parisi ’06

    2017 Recipient

  • Sister Sally Neale, SSND ’53

    2016 Recipient

  • Annette March-Grier ’78

    2015 Recipient

  • Mary Gunning ’75

    2014 Recipient

  • Nancy Karpinski ’77

    2012 Recipient

  • Jackie Buedel ’73

    2011 Recipient

Submit Your Nominations

In addition to the Mother Caroline Friess Alumna of the Year Award, NDP alumnae may also be nominated for the Foundress Society and the Athletics Hall of Fame.
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Nomination Criteria


Each nominee should reflect the following:
 
  • Leads a life that reflects the importance of her Notre Dame Prep education, pride in her alma mater, and loyalty to the institution.

  • Creates positive change through her professional career or philanthropic endeavors in her community.

  • Provides exceptional service in support of the advancement and continued excellence of Notre Dame Prep.

If you have any questions about Alumna of the Year nominations, please email Lauren Benjamin, Director Alumnae Engagement.

Notre Dame Preparatory School

A Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls in grades 6–12, sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame