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Registration for the Saint Elizabeth University Gala on May 1 at 6 p.m. at The Meadow Wood in Randolph, NJ has now closed. We look forward to welcoming our registered guests as we officially launch the Sister Francis Raftery Institute for Women’s Leadership, named in honor of Sister Francis Raftery, S.G., 14th President of the College of Saint Elizabeth.
The evening will feature the Saint Elizabeth University Hall of Fame induction and the presentation of the Spirit of Saint Elizabeth Awards as we celebrate this defining moment for the University and the future of women’s leadership.
Date and time: May 1, 2026; 6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner
Location: The Meadow Wood, Randolph, NJ
Parking: Complimentary valet and self-parking
Can I still register? Online registration has closed. Please call the Advancement Office at (973) 290-4208 or email alumni@steu.edu for more details.
Dress code: Formal
Dietary restrictions: gzieser@steu.edu

Mission
The Institute prepares and positions women for leadership roles through transformative opportunities and amplifies future leaders.
Vision
Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, the Institute develops women leaders to advance the common good and promote justice.
Your Support
- Scholarships
- B.A. in Women's Leadership
- Internships and mentorship
- Leadership programming
- Faculty training
- Expanded partnerships
Seton Sponsors
Beth '69 and Thomas Renyi
Kelligar Sponsors
Atlantic Health
Xavier Sponsors
Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Valerie '69 and John W. Rowe
Pelican Sponsors
Winifred Johanson '67
Susan Michel '80
Donna McNamara
Fr. Robert Meyer
Ronald and Elizabeth Lataille
Eagle Sponsors
Alumnae/i Association of the College and University of Saint Elizabeth
Frances Weis-Garcia, Ph.D. '87
AmeriCorps
Class of 1969
Sook May Ong '01