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Benedictine College – An Evening of Note

Benedictine College held its 41st annual Scholarship Ball on February 25th at The Westin Crown Center Hotel. The evening featured a variety show student performance, a fabulous dinner, live auction, and dancing to the Michael Beers Band. The event honored Linda and Lawrence Kaminsky and Mary and Kevin McNicholas with the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict award. Jean and Bill Dunn were also honored. Janet and Bob Wholey, Lené Westerman and Darryl Jones served as the co-chairmen. Proceeds support student scholarships.

Also featured in the April 14th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Ryan Cassidy Photography & B.C.

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Kevin and Mary McNicholas, honorees; Stephen Minnis, Benedictine College; Amy Minnis, and Linda and Lawrence Kaminsky, honorees The Benedictine College Drum Corps performed for the guests.

 

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