As part of 糖心logo在线入口's McCarthy Alumni Weekend celebrating the 60th anniversary of the men's soccer program, Marcello Hernandez 鈥19, stand-up comedian and current Saturday Night Live cast member, will return to his alma mater for a special Q&A session with students and alumni.
Originally from Miami, Hernandez made a significant impact during his time at John Carroll, playing for the men's soccer team as a freshman and sophomore. Although he earned a starting role, he left the team to follow his passion for comedy鈥攁 challenging decision that proved crucial to his career success.
Dejan Mladenovic 鈥06, Head Coach of the men's soccer team, will moderate the Q&A and is enthusiastic about Hernandez's visit and reunion with former teammates.
鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled to welcome Marcello back for McCarthy Weekend,鈥 Mladenovic said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 a great opportunity for him to reconnect with his teammates and other alumni. The bond within our group is special, and this weekend promises to be memorable for our program.鈥
The event will take place on Saturday, September 14, from 5-6 p.m. at the Tony DeCarlo Varsity Center. It will include a Q&A session between Mladenovic and Hernandez, followed by live student questions.
This visit is made possible thanks to the University Club (U Club), a student-run organization dedicated to bringing talented artists and engaging events to campus.
鈥淔or years the U Club has supported the welcome back concert and they have stepped up once again to make this an incredible all-campus event,鈥 said Rory O鈥橬eil 鈥06, Executive Director of Alumni Engagement. 鈥淲e鈥檝e hosted so many big names 鈥
Bruce Springsteen, Jim Belushi, Chevy Chase 鈥 and it鈥檚 inspiring that Hernandez鈥檚 visit is being supported by the very alums who made some of those historic visits happen.鈥
John Carroll students and alumni interested in attending are invited to check their email for registration details.