James Patterson Honors Program

The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16

The James Patterson Speaker Series at Manhattan University welcomes the Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85, United States District Judge for the Eastern District of New York, and his law clerk, Connor Flannery ’16, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP) at Manhattan University. 

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Image of The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85

November 4, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Kelly Commons, Room 5B

The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University is proud to welcome the Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85, United States District Judge for the Eastern District of New York, and his law clerk, Connor Flannery ’16.

Justice Gonzalez will participate in a fireside chat regarding the law, Lasallian education at Manhattan University, and his career path.

This event is part of the fall 2025 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program.

This event is free and open to the public.

Moderator:
Dr. Margaret Groarke
Department Chairperson of History, Political and International Studies

Co-sponsored by:
The James Patterson Honors Program, Alumni Relations,
Manhattan University Alumni Law and Public Policy Committee. 


Notes for attendees:

Upon arrival, there will be two registration lines:

  • One line exclusively for Manhattan University students, faculty, and staff with a valid Manhattan ID (and their guests).
  • A second line for registered guests without a Manhattan ID.
  • All bags will be checked upon entry.

Contact Us

Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?

Dr. Michele Saracino

Executive Director
michele.saracino@manhattan.edu 
(718) 862-7412

Eliza Newman

Assistant Director
eliza.newman@manhattan.edu 
(718) 862-7176