From left to right: Director of Advancement Kim McNulty, Atty. Rebecca L. Warren ’84, Devan A. McCarrie ’14, Cory Z. Rogers ’15, Brian G. Lucas ’84, Atty. Brian S. Rosen ’75, Nicholas L. Dei Tos ’71, Nina Dei Tos Zanon ’01, James Harley Gliem ’12 (Grandson of Richard A. Mikula ’68), Lynn Gliem (Daughter of Richard A. Mikula ’68), and Head of School Theresa Long.

On August 2, MMI Preparatory School hosted its Wall of Fame dinner as a part of its annual Alumni Weekend festivities. Friends and family, as well as MMI alumni, faculty, and staff, were invited to MMI’s campus to celebrate the accomplishments of this year’s Wall of Fame recipients. This year, eight members were inducted into the Wall of Fame. 

Devan A. McCarrie ’14, an associate at Saul Ewing LLP, was inducted for her high school and collegiate Athletic Achievements. During her time at MMI, she lettered in softball, tennis, and golf. In her junior year, she made history as the first female MMI golfer to qualify and medal in the district golf tournament. At Quinnipiac University, an NCAA Division I school, Devan joined the women’s golf team and served as Team Captain from 2016-2017, leading her team to back-to-back MAAC Championships. Off the golf course, Devan showed her passion for the sport through leadership and advocacy. She became a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and served on the NCAA Legislation Committee. Representing Quinnipiac at the annual MAAC SAAC Conference in Orlando, Devan contributed to NCAA policy discussions and legislative votes, ensuring the voices of her peers were heard. 

Cory Z. Rogers ’15, a former MMI basketball and baseball coach and substitute teacher, was chosen for his Athletic Achievements. Throughout all four years of high school, Cory was a starter on MMI’s Varsity Boys Basketball and Baseball teams. Year after year, his intense dedication to these sports and his teams fueled the Preppers’ momentum. On the MMI Boys Basketball all-time leaderboard, Cory is ranked 9th with 1,212 points. In 2014, Cory was a key member of the baseball team that won the PIAA District 2 Class A title at PNC Field. After college, Cory returned to MMI as a basketball and baseball coach and substitute teacher. From 2022-2024, he co-coached the Varsity Baseball team with Charlie Karchner ’14, guiding their team to win the District Championship title. This was the first time in MMI history that former players were able to earn this title as both players and coaches. This fall, Cory will be getting married and starting as a Social Studies teacher in the Lower Dauphin School District. 

Nina Dei Tos Zanon ’01, the Executive Director of the Wyoming Valley Children’s Association (WVCA), was honored for her Community Service. Nina’s 20 years of devotion to serving nonprofits have included roles such as the Vice President of Resource Development at the United Way of Wyoming Valley, the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, and a Counselor/Advocate for the Victims Resource Center. In her current role, Nina oversees WVCA’s administration, finances, programs, and strategic plan. Over the years, Nina has also served on the Board of Directors of CASA of Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce, The Kirby Library, Luzerne County Community College Advisory Board, Luzerne County SPCA, and Marley’s Mission. Nina has directly raised over $50 million in philanthropic support for multiple nonprofit organizations, changing lives for the better right here in our local community. 

Nicholas L. Dei Tos ’71, a former MMI Board Member and Corporate Controller for Citterio USA Corp, was inducted for his Service to MMI. Over his 16-year tenure on MMI’s Board, during which he held multiple positions, Nick was pivotal in securing financial support for MMI through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. From 2009 to 2024, Nick was also a member of the Wall of Fame Selection Committee, where he played a vital role in honoring MMI alumni. Throughout his success in the business world, Nick has made it his mission to give back to MMI. By facilitating contributions that totaled over $1,000,000, Nick helped provide need-based scholarships, making MMI’s quality education accessible to a broader range of students. Nick’s connection to MMI has spanned three generations. His father, James Dei Tos, was added to the Wall of Fame in 2019, and his daughter, Nina Dei Tos Zanon ’01, was added to the Wall of Fame alongside Nick, making the Dei Tos family the first with three generations represented on MMI’s Wall of Fame.  

Brian G. Lucas ’84, a former MMI Board Member and President of F&L Doors Inc., was honored for his Service to MMI. Brian provided 17 years of leadership on MMI’s Board of Directors, serving terms as Vice Chair and Chair and as a member of various committees. His involvement in the Head of School Search Committee was instrumental in selecting leadership aligned with MMI’s mission and values. As Chair of the Property Committee, Brian oversaw significant campus improvements and maintenance projects, including the construction of The Joseph A. Turri ’45 Library & Learning Center and the MMI Athletic Complex. Brian served as the President of F&L Doors Inc., a family-owned business founded in 1970 by his father, George Lucas. Throughout his time at the company, F&L Doors consistently supported MMI, contributing to need-based scholarships and serving as the Hole in One Sponsor of The Jake Kislan ’56 Memorial Golf Tournament. Through organizing class reunions, strengthening the bonds among MMI graduates, and encouraging continued involvement with the School, Brian has actively fostered alumni engagement. Brian does what he does, not for the recognition, but because he desires to. He is a true embodiment of what it means to act in service to others, including MMI. 

Atty. Rebecca L. Warren ’84, a former MMI Board Member and the Deputy General Counsel to Milton Hershey School, was inducted for her Service to MMI. Her commitment to the school is evident by her service as an esteemed Board member, during which she held key leadership positions, played an instrumental role in two Head of School searches, and was a dedicated member of the Wall of Fame Committee from its inception in 2006 to 2019. She also chaired the committee that led MMI’s first successful application for Pennsylvania’s EITC Program, helping expand access to financial aid for students. This program has since garnered MMI $3.9 million in scholarship donations from area businesses. For over 30 years, Rebecca has built an incredible legal career. On multiple occasions, Rebecca has donated professional legal services to MMI and served as a guest speaker, sharing her experience and insights with students. She is a true ambassador for MMI education, inspiring others with her belief in the power of education and wholehearted support for the mission and philosophy of MMI, as demonstrated through her tireless years of service. 

Richard A. Mikula ’68, affectionately known as “The Butterfly Guy,” was posthumously inducted into the Wall of Fame for his Professional Achievements as an environmental educator and butterfly conservationist. As the owner of Hole-In-Hand Butterfly Farm, the co-founder of the International Butterfly Breeders Association, and the President of Butterfly Rescue International, Rick was an entrepreneurial pioneer in butterfly farming and exhibits. He published several award-winning books, including The Family Butterfly Book, The Butterfly Fandex, and Garden Butterflies of North America, and made multiple appearances on national television and radio. He was a staff writer for several magazines and was featured in People, Organic Gardening, and Entrepreneur magazines, and appeared on Animal Planet and the Discovery Channel. Throughout his career, Rick designed and installed live butterfly exhibits at Hershey Gardens, Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland, and Dollywood, and advised on butterfly garden installations across North America. In the U.S., Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica, Rick consulted on endangered species re-establishment projects, helping to further the longevity of key species. Throughout his life, Rick was able to share his love for butterflies with thousands of people, inspiring them to learn more about these beautiful creatures. Rick passed away on February 1, 2025, and was nominated by a classmate. Through his family and those he inspired, his legacy is carried on. 

Atty. Brian S. Rosen ’75, a Partner at Proskauer Rose LLP, was honored for his Professional Achievements. In his current role, Brian represents and advocates for debtors, creditors, and acquirers in high-stakes, distressed financial situations, with a focus on Chapter 11 reorganizations. He played key roles in the successful Chapter 11 reorganizations of companies such as Enron, Washington Mutual, Foxwoods, United Companies Financial Corporation, Chrysler Properties, and Frontier Airlines. Brian was instrumental in restructuring $18 billion of indebtedness for COFINA, the Puerto Rico Sales Tax Financing Corporation, and has been a leader in the Financial Oversight and Management Board of Puerto Rico, overseeing over $90 billion in restructuring for the Commonwealth. During his time at MMI, Brian was a point guard on the MMI Boys Basketball team. Inspired by his experiences as a student athlete, Brian created Castle Athletics in 2008, a New York City-based nonprofit organization serving approximately 175 students in grades 2–12, primarily from Harlem and the Bronx. The organization provides academic enrichment and competitive basketball opportunities to underserved youth. In 2016, Brian returned to MMI as the Commencement Speaker, offering insights from his professional journey and reinforcing his commitment to supporting the next generation of MMI graduates.