Pioneer Scholarship Gala
Join us on April 25 for the Pioneer Scholarship Gala
Saturday, April 25, 2026
6:30 p.m. | Cocktail Hour
7:30 p.m. | Dinner
Martire Family Arena at Sacred Heart University
3135 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825
*Attire: Black Tie Optional
Proceeds benefit Sacred Heart University students in their pursuit of higher education.
About the Gala
The Pioneer Scholarship Gala, formerly known as the Discovery Gala, is Sacred Heart’s premier fundraising event focused on scholarship and providing students with an excellent, yet affordable college education, along with the vision and skills to be meaningful contributors to our society. The gala also honors the achievements and accomplishments of alumni and friends of the University.
2026 Honorees
Craig Melvin
Co-Anchor, "Today," and Co-Host, "3rd Hour of Today"
James T. Morley, Jr.
SHU Board of Trustees and Retired Broadcast Executive & Community Volunteer
2026 Pioneer Scholarship Gala Committee
Bill Mitchell
Co-Chair
John Cofini P’24
Co-Chair
Dawn Cofini P’24
Dominick Ferro ’17, MS ’18
Morgan Ford ’19, MA ’20
Pauline Spinelli '13
Contact the Associate Vice President of University Advancement & Strategic Initiatives