Scholarship Benefit Gala
One Event. Hundreds of Futures.
Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ students!
Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 6:30-10 P.M.
Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ Campus Center
Black Tie Optional
Enjoy a strolling reception throughout the Campus Center with food and drink stations, live entertainment, dancing and interactive experiences led by faculty and students. Connect with alumni and friends, take part in exciting raffles and celebrate the role you play in shaping the future of our community.
Net procceeds support the Benefit Gala Endowed Scholarship Fund.
Evening Highlights:
The Grand Hall
An elegant, garden-inspired setting with a live string quartet. Enjoy a raw bar and artisanal charcuterie while browsing and bidding on our premier auction items.
Main Stage
The party comes alive with a DJ, surprise musical performances and a high-energy dance floor. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired food, comfortable lounge seating and a lively atmosphere throughout the evening.
Art & Music Café
A relaxed space for conversation and connection features student artwork, live acoustic performances, and poetry and also a full buffet and carving station.
Gala After Party
To continue the celebration, gather at the Seaview Lobby Bar immediately following the Gala for additional fun, light bites and a cash bar.
Student & Faculty Experiences:
- Pilot a remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) and learn maritime knots with the Marine Field Station
- Savor a dessert and wine pairing with the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program
- Discover the art and science of origami with the School of Education
- Play interactive games designed by Digital Studies students
- Explore the night sky through the Observatory’s telescopes
- Enjoy small bites grown from Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ's Sustainability Farm
- Admire student artwork in the café and participate in an interactive group piece
From the Benefit Endowed Scholarship Fund this academic year:
My scholarship has provided me with the gift of time. Instead of worrying about how to pay for classes, I can fully focus on my studies, participate in extra activities on campus and gain valuable experience through internships that are important for my future career.
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For more information, please contact:
Alicia Trombley '03
Associate Director of Development
Alicia.Trombley@stockton.edu
609.652.4861
Thank you to our 2026 Scholarship Benefit Gala Sponsors!
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Chairs' Circle |
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Summa Cum Laude |
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Magna Cum Laude |
Azeez Foundation |
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Cum Laude |
Janice and Frank Cambron Michelle and H. Paxson Keates |
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Honor Society |
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Dr. Donna Albano, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ Foundation
Darlene Astin, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ
Joelle Bridgers, The Novelli Team
John Gray, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 351
Lori Herndon ’92, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ Foundation
Lisa Johnson, Lisa Johnson Communications, LLC
Daniel Nugent, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ
Kenneth O'Reggio '92, Eisai US
Marie Ricci, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ
Rick Ricciardi ’75, ’76, Marathon Engineering & Environmental Services, Inc.
Alicia Trombley ’03, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ
Susan Werner, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ
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