Alumni Author Series
Manhattan College alumni have made significant contributions in all literary genres.
In recognition of all the authors in the Jasper Family, the Manhattan College Alumni Relations Team has proudly hosted or will host these authors virtually through our Alumni Author Series.
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Patrick J. Keogh ’65
Make Your Family Rich: Why to Replace Retirement Planning with Succession Planning
Presented on Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Patrick J. Keogh ’65 discussed his latest title, Make Your Family Rich: Why to Replace Retirement Planning with Succession Planning. The book suggests that you forget about retirement planning. Instead, it shows you how to invest to make your family rich. Book is available to purchase on Amazon.
Bob Collins ’60
Vision Powered Management: A Leadership Process for Shaping 21st Century Management
Presented on Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Bob Collins, BSEE ’60 discussed his latest title, Vision Powered Management: A Leadership Process for Shaping 21st Century Management. The book suggests tips and techniques on how to become a visionary leader. Book is available to purchase on Amazon.
Tommy Reynolds ’91
Miller Rounding Third
Presented on Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Tommy Reynolds ’91 discussed his debut novel, Miller Rounding Third. The book traces the twined paths of baseball and the United States through multi-generational family saga. There is no limits to the number of innings played, but it’s how you play the game that determines the outcome. Book is available to purchase in paperback on Amazon, the e-book on SmashWords, or visit the author's page.
Thad Dupper ’79
Attack on Nantucket & The Torchlight Gambit | Operation Shattered Ice
Presented on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 & Wednesday, July 14
Thad Dupper ’79, business leader, educator, and author, discussed the writing process and his novels: Attack on Nantucket and in September 2020. Dupper joined us in July 2021 for a special installment of the Alumni Author Series called Summer Reading Wednesday, as he shared his soon-to-be released novel, Operation Shattered Ice. Books are available for purchase on Amazon or Barnes & Noble.
Christine Corrigan ’88
Again: Surviving Cancer Twice with Love and Lists
Presented on Thursday, October 22, 2020
Christine Corrigan ’88 discussed her debut memoir, Again: Surviving Cancer Twice with Love and Lists. Corrigan shared how her cancer experiences helped her cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, and how her journey is a model to us all. Book is available for purchase on Amazon.
Steven Burchik ’67
Compass and a Camera: A Year In Vietnam
Presented on Thursday, November 12, 2020
Steven Burchik ’67 discussed his memoir of the war. Compass and a Camera was Steven's first book, which won an "IPPY" Award, with a Silver Medal in 2015 in the category of autobiographies. His second book Focus on Vietnam was published in 2016 with over 250 photographs. The images alone make these books a must-have for any history buff or fellow veteran. Books are available for purchase on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. For more information, please visit stevenburchik.com.
Ambassador Charles A. Gargano ’79
From the Ground Up: Rebuilding Ground Zero to Re-Engineering America
Presented on Thursday, January 14, 2021
Ambassador Charles A. Gargano’79, legendary real estate icon and engineer, discussed his book From the Ground Up: Rebuilding Ground Zero to Re-Engineering America. Gargano, a thought leader and pioneer in the field of re-engineering, who served in the US government for three decades, was confronted with helping to rebuild the ruins of lower Manhattan in the aftermath of September 11th. He spent the next 12 years cleaning up and revitalizing Ground Zero and developing One World Trade Center. Book is available for purchase on Amazon.
Julienne B. Ryan ’81
The Learned-it-in-Queens Communications Playbook: Winning Against Digital Distraction
Presented on Thursday, March 25, 2021
Julienne B. Ryan '81, discussed her latest book, The Learned-it-in-Queens Communications Playbook: Winning Against Digital Distraction. Ryan's "learned-it-from-Queens" approach provides straightforward answers and witty anecdotes on how to listen and communicate more effectively from our virtual version of a "front stoop." Didjaknow (that's Queensite) that you can learn more about Julienne Ryan and her keynotes, workshops, and coaching practice? Visit www.jryanpartners.com or www.Linkedin.com/in/julienneryan. Book is available for purchase on Amazon.
Ken McGorry '73
Ghost Hampton
Presented on Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Ken McGorry '73, author and musician, discussed his novel, Ghost Hampton, as part of the second edition of the Alumni Author Series Presents: Summer Reading Wednesday. Digital and paperback editions of Ghost Hampton are available here. Ken will be releasing his next novel, Back to Haunt You: A Ghost Hampton Novel, soon!
For more information, email alumni@manhattan.edu.