Moravian University Houndcast

Alumni Story: June Slawinski Youngs ’79

On this episode, Dylan Star, Assistant Director of Engagement Events, zoomed into a conversation with June Slawinski Youngs ’79, recipient of the Comenius Award for this year’s Shining Lights ceremony. They discuss her time on campus as a Moravian student and also talk about her various careers in supply chain logistics. 

Alumni Story: Elizabeth Sgambelluri ’13

On this episode Houndcast, Dylan Star and Owen Levan-Uhler ‘26 sit down with Lizzy Sgambelluri ‘13 to talk about her experiences (and lack of sleep) while attending Moravian, and her journey through grad school, studying abroad and working as a professor. Lizzy’s love for medicine, animals, and music is overflowing in this episode.
Lizzy’s SoundCloud
Lizzy’s Instagram
Shining Lights Information

Community Partner: Helen & R.K. Laros Foundation

On this episode of Houndcast, Dylan talks to Sharon Zondag P‘13, Executive Director of the Helen and R.K. Laros Foundation. The Helen & R.K. Laros foundation is receiving the Shining Star Community Partnership Award, which will be presented at the Shining Lights awards ceremony on Friday, April 21. Sharon shares a short history of the Foundation and its ties with Moravian University, as well as some of the Foundation’s recent endeavors. We hope you enjoy this episode of Houndcast! 
Helen & R.K. Laros Foundation
The R.K. Laros History Book - Order Here!
Shining Lights
Upcoming Alumni Events

Alumni Story: Tom Turcich ’11

On this episode of Houndcast, Matt Nesto ’16, G’21, G’22, Owen Levan-Uhler ’26, and Dylan Star sat down with Tom Turcich ’11, the 10th person to ever walk around the world. The next time you think it’s a lot to walk from North Campus to South campus, think of Tom and his journey!
See the links below for more information on various events and sites mentioned in the episode.
Tom’s Q + A at Moravian from February 16th, 2023 
Tom’s Instagram (@theworldwalk)
Tom’s website
Moravian Alumni Events

Alumni Story: Gary Martell ’76

To open Season 6 of Houndcast, Dylan talks to Mr. Gary Martell, recipient of the Haupert Humanitarian Award for 2023’s upcoming Shining Lights ceremony. During their conversation, they discuss Gary’s upbringing through childhood, the military academy, and his time at Moravian. They also talk about Gary’s place in the community as a long-time employee of the Boy’s Club (now the Boy’s and Girl’s Club), as well as his continued and lasting impression on the City of Bethlehem. 
Click here to learn more about this year’s Shining Lights ceremony and awards recipients: https://www.moravian.edu/alumni/events/shining-lights

Alumni Story: Angie DelGrosso Stein ’14

On this final episode of Houndcast for 2022, Angie DelGrosso Stein ’14, the Director of Mayor’s Initiatives for the City of Bethlehem, sat down to discuss her role as the new Moravian Alumni Board President. We chatted about her experiences as founder and owner of Steel City Plant Company, her recent marriage, and her mission to convince her niece to enroll at Moravian. We also talked about her goals for the Moravian community, and for the City of Bethlehem.
https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/Meet-Your-Government/The-Mayor
https://www.moravian.edu/alumni/events

Alumni Story: Woody Battle ’19

In the newest Houndcast episode, Woody Battle ’19 details how sports unexpectedly drew him to Moravian and how connections he made on campus helped him land his current job as a senior accounting consultant! Plus learn how he remains involved as a key member of Moravian's Lighting the Way campaign subcommittees. 

Alumni Story: George Wacker ’03

Episode Description: In this episode of Houndcast, current Alumni Association President George Wacker, class of ‘03, explains how he became involved with the Alumni association, and shares resources and insights as to how you can become involved, too!  Upcoming Event: Alumni who graduated between 2012-2022 are welcome to attend a young alumni event happening at Vynecrest Winery on Saturday, November 5, 2022. Owners, Jan ’64 and John ’65 Landis, will give a private tour of the establishment. You can register for the event at the Alumni Events page linked below. 
 
Here’s a list of links and resources we talked about in the episode:
https://www.moravian.edu/alumni/association  https://lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lvwithlove/?hl=en https://www.moravian.edu/alumni/events  https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/zHMT5w?vid=ufr8n