The Board of Trustees
McCurdy-Sprague Trustees, past and current
Membership of the Board
Effective June 1, 2025
Oscar Acevedo ’19 (Current Term: 2025-2029)
Oscar graduated from St. Lawrence in 2019 with a B.A. in economics and business. Oscar is a Vice President and Client Executive in the Insurance and Investment Management Segment within Global Client Management at BNY in New York City. Oscar was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee in 2025.
Dan Brindisi ’89 (Current Term 2024 – 2030)
Dan Brindisi graduated from St. Lawrence in 1989 with a B.A. in mathematics and economics and holds an MBA in General Management from Northeastern University. Dan is the head of institutional relationship management at Fidelity Investments in Boston. Dan was elected as a term trustee in 2024.
Jo Ann Campbell ’86 (Current Term 2020 – 2026)
Jo Ann Campbell graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1986 with a B.A. in economics and holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame. She currently provides operational finance management and consulting services for business turnarounds and non-profits. She was first elected as a term trustee in 2000 and is past vice chair of the board.
Taylor Castator ’15 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
Taylor Castator from St. Lawrence in 2015 with a B.A. in economics and business in the liberal arts. Taylor is Vice President of Finance and Strategy at Enthought, Inc., a software development company. Taylor was elected as a term trustee in 2025.
Kathleen Perkins Colson '79 (Current Term 2022 – 2028)
Kathleen Perkins Colson graduated from St. Lawrence in 1979 with a B.A. in government. She is the founder of an economic development organization, BOMA, that currently works in seven African countries with over 500 employees. Based in Saranac Lake, New York, she is now the chief executive officer of Big Idea Nonprofit Consulting. Kathleen was elected as a term trustee in 2022.
Grant H. Cornwell ’79 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
A St. Lawrence graduate from the class of 1979, Grant Cornell earned his B.A. in philosophy and biology before master’s and doctoral degrees in philosophy from the University of Chicago. Grant was awarded honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees from The College of Wooster and St. Lawrence University in 2017 and 2020, respectively. Grant Cornwell is President Emeritus of Rollins College. Prior to his time at Rollins, Grant also served as president of The College of Wooster. Grant was elected term trustee in 2025.
André Couture ’82 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
André Couture graduated from St. Lawrence in 1982 with a B.A. in economics. He has held various top leadership positions in a family-owned rendering business for more than 35 years and is Chair Emeritus of Sanimax. André was first elected as a term trustee in 2007.
William "Bill" Cowan ’86 (Current Term: 2023-2029)
William "Bill" Cowan graduated from St. Lawrence in 1986 with a B.A. in economics and holds a master’s degree in business administration and public health from the University of Michigan (1992). He serves as the president and a director of Enthought, Inc., based in Austin, Texas. Bill was first elected as a term trustee in 2017 and became co-vice chair of the board in 2025.
Jennifer Curley Reichert ’90 (Current Term: 2022-2028)
Jennifer Curley Reichert graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1990 with a B.A. in government and holds a master’s degree in political science from American University. Based in Washington D.C., she is Founder and CEO of Curley Company. Jennifer was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee from 1999 to 2003, was first elected as a term trustee in 2010, served as vice chair of the board, and currently serves as chair of the board.
Sarah Evarts ’17 (Current Term: 2025-2029)
Sarah graduated from St. Lawrence in 2017 with a B.S. in psychology and business in the liberal arts, and a minor in political science. Sarah is a Human Resources Business Partner at Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. in New York City. Prior to joining Axsome Therapeutics, Sarah worked at PURE Insurance in Human Resources. Sarah was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee in 2025.
Sharee Freeman ’76 (Current Term: 2021-2027)
Sharee Freeman graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1976 with a B.A. in government and sociology. Based in Washington, D.C., she serves as Director at Office of Self Governance, United States Department of the Interior. Sharee was first elected as a term trustee in 2003.
Robyn Gengras ’94 (Current Term: 2023-2029)
Robyn Gengras graduated from St. Lawrence in 1994 with a B.A. in English and has a master’s degree in both print and broadcast journalism from the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. She is currently a freelance producer for MSNBC and “Morning Joe” co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough and is the executive editorial producer of Brzezinski’s “Know Your Value” platform. Robyn was elected as a term trustee in 2023.
Keith Henry ’84 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Keith Henry graduated from St. Lawrence in 1984 with a B.A. in economics. He is Senior Advisor of Diversity, Opportunity & Inclusion and Managing Director at JPMorganChase following a 30-year career in leadership roles with Merrill Lynch and J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. Keith was elected as a term trustee in 2024.
Julie Black Hitch ’88 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Julie Hitch graduated from St. Lawrence University with a B.A. in English in 1988 and went on to earn her master’s degree in journalism from the University of Arizona. Since graduation, Julie has continued to serve in various alumni volunteer roles. Julie was elected a Term Trustee in 2024.
Peter Hunt ’75 (Current Term: 2021-2027)
Peter Hunt graduated from St. Lawrence in 1975 with a B.A. in government. He is Chairman and CEO of Hunt Real Estate Corporation, headquartered in Buffalo, New York. Peter was first elected as a term trustee in 2003.
Jay Ireland ’77 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
Jay Ireland graduated from St. Lawrence in 1977 with a B.A. in government. He is retired CEO of General Electric Africa and currently serves as Executive Chairman of Milele Energy. Jay was first elected as a term trustee in 2001.
Ed Keller ’86 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Ed Keller graduated from St. Lawrence in 1985 with a B.S. in psychology and holds an MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management (1991). He is the retired Managing Director and the Global Head of Prime Brokerage at Morgan Stanley in New York City. Ed was first elected as a term trustee in 2018 and is past vice chair of the board.
Kirk Kellogg ’91 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Kirk Kellogg graduated from St. Lawrence in 1991 with a B.A. in economics and holds an MBA from the College of William and Mary. He is the founder and chief executive officer of Kellogg Group LLC, based in New York City. Kirk was first elected as a term trustee in 2006.
Shauna King ’79 (Current Term: 2023-2029)
Shauna King graduated from St. Lawrence in 1979 with a B.S. in psychology and holds a master’s degree in accounting and finance from Cornell University. She retired as Vice President of Finance and Business Operations at Yale University. Now based in Dallas, Texas, Shauna was first elected a term trustee in 2017 and is past vice chair of the board.
Stephanie Birrell Luedke ’94 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
Stephanie Birrell Luedke graduated from St. Lawrence in 1994 with a B.A. in economics and mathematics. She serves as Managing Director, Head of Private Wealth Management at Neuberger Berman, based in New York City. Stephanie was first elected as a term trustee in 2019 and became co-vice chair of the board in 2025.
Lisa Tarbox Luke ’82 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Lisa Tarbox Luke graduated from St. Lawrence in 1982 with a B.A. in economics. She serves as director of the Sea Girt Public Library in Sea Girt, New Jersey. Lisa was first elected as a term trustee in 2018.
Heather McCauley ’06 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Heather McCauley graduated from St. Lawrence in 2006 with a B.A. in sociology and holds a Doctor of Science in social epidemiology from the T.H. Chan School of Public Health at Harvard University. She serves as associate professor in the School of Social Work at Michigan State University. She was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee from 2013 to 2017 and was first elected as a term trustee in 2018.
Kathryn Morris (ex officio)
Kathryn Morris graduated from Gettysburg College in 1992 with a B.S. in psychology, and she holds master’s and doctoral degrees in social psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. She was elected President of St. Lawrence University and became a trustee in 2021.
Obi Nwaigwe ’14 (Current Term: 2023-2027)
Obi Nwaigwe graduated from St. Lawrence University in 2014 with a B.A. in economics. He is a Business Analytics Specialist on the IEX Exchange team of IEX Group, Inc. in New York City. Obi was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee in 2023.
Scott O’Connell ’87 (Current Term: 2024-2030)
Scott O’Connell graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1987 with a B.A. in government and holds a JD from Cornell Law School (1991). He is a partner at Holland & Knight LLP, based in Boston. Scott was first elected as a term trustee in 2018.
Nick Penniman ’92 (Current Term: 2022-2028)
Nick Penniman graduated from St. Lawrence in 1992 with a B.A. in philosophy. Based in Washington, D.C., he is a nonprofit executive and journalist who is the founder and CEO of Issue One. Nick was elected as a term trustee in 2022.
Derrick Pitts ’78 (Current Term: 2023-2029)
Derrick Pitts graduated from St. Lawrence in 1978 with a B.S. in geology. He serves as vice president and chief astronomer/director for Fels Planetarium & Tuttleman Omniverse Theater at the Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia. Derrick was first elected as a term trustee in 1999.
Carolyn Davidow Putney ’88 (Current Term: 2022-2028)
Carolyn Davidow Putney graduated from St. Lawrence in 1988 with a B.A. in art and theater. She also holds an associate degree in interior design from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Carolyn has worked as a residential interior designer and is actively involved in community service leadership and philanthropic organizations in the San Francisco Bay area. Carolyn was elected as a term trustee in 2022.
Christina Robichaud ’14 (Current Term: 2023-2027)
Christina Robichaud graduated from St. Lawrence in 2014 with a B.A. in economics and holds a master’s degree in resource economics & policy from the University of Maine. Based in Washington D.C., she is an economist for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Christina was elected as a McCurdy-Sprague Trustee in 2023.
Trip Samson ’80 (Current Term: 2020-2026)
Trip Samson graduated from St. Lawrence in 1980 with a B.A. in economics and English. He is founder and president of Landmark Management Inc., based in New York City. Trip was first elected as a term trustee in 2014.
Nicoline Carlson Sawabini ’79 (Current Term: 2021-2027)
Nicoline Carlson Sawabini graduated from St. Lawrence in 1979 with a B.A. in economics. Based in Charlotte, Vermont, she is retired Managing Director for Risk Management at General Electric Capital Commercial Real Estate. Nicoline was elected as a term trustee in 2015 and 2021.
Tim Simpson ’80 (Current Term: 2022-2028)
Tim Simpson graduated from St. Lawrence in 1980 with a B.A. in history, and he holds a JD from the University of Notre Dame (1983). Based in Morristown, New Jersey, Tim is the retired Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer of Covanta Holding Corporation. He was first elected as a term trustee in 2016.
Marion Roach Smith ’77 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
Marion Roach Smith graduated from St. Lawrence in 1977 with a B.A. in government. A former staff member of the New York Times, she is a writer, teacher and community volunteer based in Troy, New York. Marion was first elected as a term trustee in 2001.
William Wilson ’88 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
William Wilson graduated from St. Lawrence in 1988 with a B.A. in government and holds a JD from University of Miami (1994). He serves as President of Longfellow Management, based in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Will was first elected as a term trustee in 2019.
Donna Winston ’85 (Current Term: 2022-2028)
Donna Winston graduated from St. Lawrence in 1985 with a B.A. in fine arts. Based in New York City, she is the chief talent officer at Pretium, based in New York City. Donna was first elected as a term trustee in 2010.
Christopher “Yosh” P. Yoshida ’00 (Current Term: 2025-2031)
Chris Yoshida graduated from St. Lawrence in 2000 with a B.A. in economics. He is Managing Partner of PineTree Partners, a boutique global advisory and private investment vehicle. Chris resides in the UK and was elected as a term trustee in 2025.