A true pioneer at Fairfield University, Diane Oakley ‘75 was at the forefront of Stags women’s basketball. She was a member of the second class of women to attend Fairfield University and was a founding member of the women’s basketball program. She served as one of the team’s leaders and key players on the court during the program’s undefeated season in 1974-75, the only undefeated campaign in program history. The Stags won 14 of their 16 games that season by double figures. In 2014, Oakley was presented with the inaugural Stags Distinguished Service Award. She served as a member of the Fairfield University Board of Trustees from 1997 to 2004.