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Annual fundraiser recognizes community leaders and provides tuition assistance for students 

BUFFALO, NEW YORK – March 16, 2026 â€“ , a private, Catholic college providing a pathway for students to build careers of achievement and lives of purpose, will host its Spring Soirée on Thursday, April 23 at from 6 – 8 p.m. at The Buffalo Club, 388 Delaware Ave. This annual fundraiser, which includes a cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and a raffle, celebrates all who empower the spirit of Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, including honoring three deserving individuals and organizations.  

This year’s award recipients include: 

• Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ President’s Award – Goodwill of WNY This award is presented to a person, group, organization, or corporation whose partnership with Ä¢¹½´«Ã½Â advances the college’s mission, vision, and Mercy values, and supports current and Ģ¹½´«Ã½ students and alumni. Goodwill has been a vital partner, providing essential services and career pathway support that align with a shared commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering individuals to achieve meaningful employment.  

• Distinguished Alumni Award – Michele A. Ladouceur ‘01 This award recognizes a graduate who embodies Ģ¹½´«Ã½â€™s tradition of excellence and serves as an inspiring example to fellow alumni and current students. Ladouceur is chief operating officer at Heathwood Assisting Living & Memory Care and a former Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ board of trustee and alumni board member. Her professional accomplishments and steadfast commitment to Ä¢¹½´«Ã½Â reflect the values the college seeks to cultivate in every graduate and underscores her deep and sustained dedication to the college’s mission. 

• Outstanding Student Award – Nicholas R. Osman ‘26 This award is presented to a current student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and commitment to Ä¢¹½´«Ã½. Osman is expected to graduate this year with a degree in radiologic technology. Throughout his time at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½, Osman as served as rad tech club president where he spearheaded a highly successful bake sale to support Radiating Hope and the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. He also played a leading role in organizing the May pinning ceremony, providing outstanding support for Student Life and his graduating class.  

Proceeds from the Spring Soirée support tuition assistance for Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ students. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit trocaire.edu/alumni-and-friends/events/.  

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Founded in 1958 in Buffalo, NY by the Sisters of Mercy, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is a private, career-oriented Catholic college that empowers students with the resources and supportive environment needed to achieve their academic goals. The core mission is to allow each person to be a valuable contributor to the workforce needs of the community. Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ offers bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, certificates and workforce development programs in healthcare, veterinary sciences, business, and technology. Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ ranks in the top one-quarter of colleges and universities for return on investment by Georgetown University and is designated as an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications with a Higher Access, Higher Earnings classification. Visit  for more information and follow Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ on,  and .