Known as one of the College’s finest events, this year’s "Evening of Elegance proved no exception - a night of exquisite Italian cuisine, superb wine and great friends. Hosted by former Aquinas trustee Marge Byington and her husband, Paul Potter, at the couple’s Italian-style villa on tranquil Middleboro Lake in East Grand Rapids, the event was an overwhelming success, raising more than $86,000 for the Aquinas Fund.

“Each year people ask ‘how are you going to top this!?’ And each year through the generosity of our hosts and strong sponsorship support, it is always a night to remember,” stated Cecilia Cunningham, director of the Aquinas Fund.  “At this year’s event we have raised nearly $80,000 in revenues and the setting was exquisite.”