Thursday, September 01, 2005

Mystery Classmate 056

Congratulations to Pam Van Cara Collis and Lauren Hoener Nace, both of whom correctly identified Karen Bonvalot ('84) as Mystery Classmate 056 and are listed in the order that their responses were received.

In case you were wondering, Karen Bonvalot Torres, Esq., works with the litigation practice group at Klett Rooney Lieber & Schorling in Pittsburgh. She graduated magna cum laude from Pitt and magna cum laude from Duquesne University School of Law. Karen was recognized as a National Association of Women Lawyers Outstanding Law Graduate and is included in Strathmore's Who's Who. In addition to her practice, Karen serves as a Hearing Committee Member of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and for two years has coached the mock trial team at Woodland Hills High School, working with Rich Stanczak.

Bill Stout wrote, "It's almost like I didn't go to school with any of these people. This week I'm guessing Carrie Schadle. Sorry, no clever anecdotes, because it's likely not even her."

Joe Caprara guessed Laura Urbanic. Jim Davliakos guessed Traci Kavo.

Mystery Classmate 055

Congratulations to Milton Koutavas, who correctly identified John Davliakos ('81) as Mystery Classmate 055.

In case you were wondering, John Davliakos, DMD is one of implant dentistry's most respected practitioners. With a broad base of expertise in both the surgical and prosthetic aspects of dental implants, he maintains an active private practice in Annapolis, MD.

John also serves as Staff Prosthodontist at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, and is an Assistant Professor in Prosthodontics at the University of Maryland. He lectures internationally on all aspects of implants and is a knowledgeable resource for new doctors entering the field.

John also helps coach the Under-9 KIYSL Krushers of the Mid-Atlantic Soccer League.

Maria Wojtaszek Romanelli came very close in guessing Jim Davliakos. Jerry Koutavas guessed George Tsudis, and noted that George is of Greek descent.

Joe Caprara guessed Bill Blake, or Ken Van Cara.