The Carillon

1940s Alumni Class News & Notes

Fall 2022

Last updated July 14, 2022.

1991

Joseph Peterson is managing partner of Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton’s Silicon Valley office. Joseph has represented clients in litigation, arbitration and administrative proceedings involving copyright and trademark law for over 20 years and was recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in 2021 and 2022.

1992

Allison (Baker) Schulder joined dessert bakery chain Sprinkles as chief financial officer. Established in 2005, the cupcake bakery has grown to 24 locations throughout the United States.

1996

Phil Kelly was named director of Human Resources, New York State Canal Corporation.

1997

David Bergh was named president of Cazenovia College.

A photo of David Bergh, UAlbany Class of 1997 alum and president, Cazenovia College.
David Bergh ’97

1999

Vera (Odierno) Sweeney is the founder of “Lady and the Blog.” A popular social media influencer, Vera helps busy women stay on top of the latest style, travel, and parenting trends.

Vera Sweeney ’99

Fall 2021

Class of ’93 alumni David Goldin, Andrew Altshuler, Matt Kutin and Jerrah Lieberman grabbed a slice at their old Albany hang out, Sovrana Pizza & Deli.

1995

Victoria Lane was appointed chief special counsel for Ethics, Risk and Compliance, New York State Governor’s office. She previously served as a partner at Hinckley Allen & Snyder LLP. She holds a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law.

1998

Jason Irizarry was named dean of the University of Connecticut Neag School of Education. He is the first Latino dean to lead the Neag school.