Connections, Spring/Summer/Fall 2021 by Holy Cross College

Connections Holy Cross College Alumni & Friends

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LEADER INNOVATIVE, CREATIVE, & DEDICATED

Dear Friends, It continues to be an interesting 2021 as everyone still navigates through COVID-19. It is hard to believe that it will be two years dealing with this pandemic. I am extremely proud that Holy Cross successfully remained in-person for our entire spring 2021 semester. With strong leadership from our administration, faculty, and staff accompanied by diligence from the entire community, we fought the good fight against COVID-19 and won! Through social distancing and mask-wearing, we were able to provide a semester of community-building activities including our first-ever spirit week filled with dorm competitions, a late-night snowball fight, a horse-drawn sleigh ride on campus, and a giving day where students collected donations for the Catholic Worker. Our spring semester ended with the celebration of the Class of 2021 at the College’s 54th Commencement. Our fall 2021 semester started with over 90% of our campus vaccinated, which allowed us to return to some normalcy on campus as COVID-19 protocols were modified. Students returned to classes without masks, to meals in the dining hall, and to larger campus events. The Office of Admissions also welcomed families back to campus for visit days and tours. It was wonderful to see so much activity on campus.

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Connections, Holy Cross College’s official magazine, is published twice yearly. E D I TO R Lisa Kochanowski GRAPHIC DESIGNER Debra Handel, Handel Design P H OTO G R A P H E R S / P H OTO CO U R T E S I E S

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In this issue, you will read about two alumnae who started a successful business venture, an alumnus who found a way to lead in water conservation with the help of a mentor, read about the valedictorian’s journey through higher education, and campus renovations that happened throughout the summer because of the generous donations of many friends, family, and alumni. I hope you enjoy this edition of Connections and thank you for your continued support in our quest to educate scholars, citizens, leaders, and disciples with the competence to see and the courage to act. Please know of my continued prayers for the health and safety of all our alumni, parents, and benefactors who support our distinctive and transformative mission.

May the incarnate God grant you peace, health, and blessings during this Christmas season and into the New Year.

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The focus of this issue is Leader, someone who is innovative, skilled, creative, and bold. When we speak of our students and alums as being leaders, we know they can express themselves with the wisdom and confidence that their voice truly matters. They gain the courage to take their first steps into a much larger world and make their voice echo during their time at Holy Cross College through professional internships, club creation, and activity, and through experiences as resident assistants or being a team captain.

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(Rev.) David T. Tyson, C.S.C.

FEATURES SPRING/SUMMER/FALL 2021

10 -11 TABLE OF CONTENTS

10 -11 Internships offer experience

2 Father Tyson letter

4-7 Congratulations, Class of 2021

8-9 Student Saint Awards in 2021

Internships provide an opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with a career field that matches both academic and personal interests. These occasions also help students gain skills from practical experiences, making them valuable as an employee. To assist students on their career journey, Holy Cross College requires all students complete an internship to graduate.

12 Saints & Scholars 2021

13 Collaborative brings six to campus 14-17 Around Campus

25 Life experiences inspire

17 Community outreach

18 College spaces get a facelift 19 First year students by the numbers

career path

20 Pursuing an interest in data science

Avid athlete Tori Jones ’21, found her athletic experiences inspired her to a career of helping others. She is the first Holy Cross College student to attend a physical therapy program directly after undergrad.

21 Eric Mahone named CCAC men’s & women’s tennis coach of year

28-29 Empowering women through

22-23 Athletics updates

business venture

26-27 Faculty & College updates

A love for shopping and fashion, coupled with a desire to empower women, brought class of 2018 alumnae Sara Musleh and Avonni Ward into business together. They opened Sarae Boutique to carry clothing for people of various religions, cultural backgrounds, and sizes.

30-31 Finding a future path through friendship

24 A place I call home

28-29

32-33 Army ROTC experience and degree

37 Holy Cross ranked in the top 25 38-41 New minors offering exciting opportunities

makes him unstoppable

United States Army Second Lieutenant Justin Ruth ’21 graduated from Holy Cross College with a major in business and minors in marketing and communications. He chose this field of study because he plans to start his own construction company after completing his military service. While in school, he focused on project management, accounting, and entrepreneurship to establish a strong base for his future.

34-36 Alumni updates

42-43 Development updates

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Holy Cross College’s 54th Commencement

Holy Cross College celebrated the 54th Commencement on Saturday, May 22, 2021, outdoors on the Holy Cross College campus. The College conferred honorary degrees to Dr. Mark D Fox, MD, Ph.D., MPH, Christopher J Murphy III, and Carmen (Carmi) Carmichael Murphy. Dr. Mark D Fox, who delivered the commencement address, is the Associate Dean and Director of the Indiana University School of Medicine – South Bend, where he is also a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics. He serves as the Deputy Health Officer for the St. Joseph County Department of Health. He also holds appointments as a Distinguished Adjunct Professor of Theology at the University of Notre Dame and as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI. For the past year, he successfully guided the community through the COVID-19 pandemic with his insight, research, and strategies.

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Christopher J Murphy III, the Chairman and CEO at 1st Source Bank, holds an MBA with Distinction from Harvard Business School, a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia Law School, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Notre Dame. He is a member and past chairman of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, served on the board of the University of Chicago Hospitals and Health System, and is a member and former chairman of the Medical Education Foundation which also serves as the Citizens’ Advisory Board for the Indiana University School of Medicine, South Bend at Notre Dame. He is a member and past chairman of the Advisory Council of the College of Arts and Letters at the University of Notre Dame and has lectured at the University of Notre Dame Law School London Program and in the Notre Dame Business School. Carmen (Carmi) Carmichael Murphy obtained a degree from Vanderbilt University. She is active in the community, serving on the boards of the Family and Children’s Center, Inc., Family and Children’s Center Foundation, and University of Notre Dame Snite Museum of Art Advisory Council. Previously, she served on boards for the Boys’ and Girls’ Club of St. Joseph County, Inc., the Firefly Festival, the Indiana Chapter for Prevention of Child Abuse, Logan Center, Memorial Hospital Foundation, Mental Health Association, Michiana Opera Guild, Mount Vernon Advisory Board, Northern Indiana Center for Hospice Care, Parkview Juvenile Detention Advisory Board, Reins of Life, Saint Mary’s College Board of Trustees, South Bend Civic Foundation, South Bend Entertainment District Board, Stanley Clark School, Studebaker National Museum,

and United Way of St. Joseph County. She held leadership roles with the Child Abuse and Neglect Coordination, Family & Children’s Center, Friends of the Notre Dame Library, and the Junior League. The Murphy’s have been married for over 50 years and have 6 adult children and 13 grandchildren. They have chaired multiple fund-raising campaigns and events supporting numerous community organizations across a wide range of interests from human social service, to health care, arts and culture, and economic development. Dylan Maugel, of Wakarusa, Indiana, was the valedictorian. He is a double major in theology and business, with a minor in philosophy. During his undergraduate years, he was involved as a co-chair of the Social Concerns Committee, a mentor in the Peer Mentor Program, and a member of Holy Cross College’s Liturgical Choir. Dylan was also the 2020 recipient of the Saint Joseph Service Award which recognizes a student who possesses an outstanding sense of stewardship and service to others. Upon graduation, he plans to continue his education pursuing a Master of Divinity degree. See his complete speech on page 6.

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Valedictory Address by Dylan Maugel ‘21

President Fr. Tyson C.S.C., distinguished

relationships. Kara’s laugh is so

A Saint possesses radical trust in God

faculty, and staff, Board of Trustees,

contagious that the room she is in

and trust in those who know what

Brothers of Holy Cross, family, and

bursts in laughter with her and I start

excellence is. Our women’s soccer team

friends, on behalf of the class of 2021,

to wheeze because I am laughing

has transformed from individuals who

thank you for being here today.

so hard.

lacked trust in each other during Freshman year, to a winning team

Over the past few weeks, I have

that trusts in Coach Omar Gallo’s

realized that the class of 2021 taught

A Saint is disturbed by the way things

me what it means to be a Holy Cross

are and works toward a new creation.

knowledge of what excellence requires.

College Saint, not just on-campus, but

Beyoncé Shaw ’21 formed the Black

The women give it their all on the field,

also in what we are called to do as we

Student Association this year and

not for individual glory, but for the sake

are sent forth from this ceremony.

posted several flyers throughout the

of their team.

school to move the student body away A Saint is engrossed in the beauty of

from being apathetic toward racial

A Saint finds greater joy in the intrinsic

God’s creation and responds with awe

injustice and toward pursuing a greater

goods of activity than the pleasure

and wonder. Holy Cross College

understanding of injustice, and that we

that derives from the extrinsic. Our

biology majors Tori Jones ’21,

must be a voice for the marginalized.

Men’s basketball team made Holy

Shaima Musleh ’21, and

Cross College history by making the

Christian Smith ’21 led an earth day

A Saint is a humble servant leader

NAIA playoffs last year, winning their

event on Saint’s Square, celebrating

whose ordinary acts are made

first-round game, but the pandemic cut

creation’s beauty, creating birdhouses,

extraordinary by God’s grace. Jessie

the season short. However, this only lit

and planting seeds in flower pots so we

Traxler ’21, day in and day out, hands

a fire in the team’s hearts this season

might encounter God as co-creators of

out mail to students with a positive

and earned another playoff spot in the

His Kingdom.

attitude, boosting their self-esteem.

tournament. Watching their practices

She encourages others to seek out

you could see that they enjoyed the

A Saint laughs often and smiles

those needing friendship as she does

friendships, the game, the pride in

frequently for life is God’s gift. Theology

not just deliver mail but converses with

being a Saint basketball player much

major Kara Tarala ’21 taught me that

others about their day and truly seeks

more than any trophy or ring.

laughter has the transcendent gift of

the good of everyone.

permeating joy and moves others to

A Saint is patient, dedicated, and

foster gratitude in ordinary

comes to appreciate the beauty in life’s

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intricate details. When looking at the

they hold hands with kids who desire

hope of new life. During the pandemic,

artworks by Eryn Forrest ’21,

to be close with ones they love, their

the faculty, staff, and students taught

Cat Oliva ’21, and the other art majors

patience for kids who throw fits or fall

me that it is more important to be

of the class of 2021, one is in awe of

asleep during class, and the joy they

formed in heart and mind and to come

the beauty of an entire piece of art, but

have as a kid who struggles with read-

to understand the truth than it is to

most especially in the intricate detail

ing moves up to the next level.

live in fear of death. We cannot escape

of the textures, the shadows, and the

death; therefore, we must prepare for

techniques subtly displayed in the

A Saint leads by laying down their life

it by coming to understand and live in

artwork that distinguishes a great artist

for their friends. Our student body

the truth so that we may live on earth

from a mediocre one. The visual arts

president and a resident assistant for

as we will in heaven. We understood

majors spend hours in the art studio

Anselm Hall, Billy Skoch ’21, planned

that we must take safety precautions

patiently creating masterpieces with

student activities and was the voice

to protect the common good, but we

each stroke as they contemplate the

of the student body when

must not be afraid. What is life, if it is

beauty of the subject they are creating.

communicating with the

not to strive to become a Saint?

administration. Yet, his greatest A Saint believes that the truth will

leadership attribute is building

I remember after each day during

set one free. Dylan Schwaegel ’21,

fraternity amongst a diverse group

elementary, middle, and high school,

Michael Bright ’21, and many others

of people. Walk into Anselm Hall and

while my parents and I would sit

have brought a heightened awareness

there is the cheering of excitement, the

around the dinner table or drive from

to the student body about society’s

yelling of fierce competition, and even

one activity to the next, my parents

distortion of the order and beauty of

sometimes a little bit of singing. That

would ask me how my day was and

God’s original creation. In many ways,

sound resonates with the voice

what I learned. Mom and dad, I can

you could say they might be rebels or

of fraternity that Billy has augmented.

truly say that my four years here at Holy

protesters. Yet I call them my friends

P. Ben Beekman ’21 has helped coach

Cross College were transformative and

who disrupt the complacency of our

and mentor the men’s and women’s

I learned what it means to be a Saint.

vision of the world and call us to unite

tennis teams by helping international

Thank you for inspiring me to come to

with them in peaceful protest and live

students transition to the College’s

Holy Cross College and sacrificing the

life the way it is meant to be lived.

culture, and is a friend to his

daily hugs and talks we would have

teammates, sacrificing his time so

in these past four years so that I could

A Saint educates the heart and the

that they may have success on and off

grow in understanding of truth and be

mind of those they encounter. Erin

the field. Zac Mundwiller ’21 serves

able to strive in virtue.

Meyer ’21, Betza Madrigal ’21, and

the student body with enthusiasm,

Jillian Walters ’21 pursued an

passion, and zeal that embodies

Class of 2021 I leave you here today

education degree, which requires them

holiness lived out in pursuit of

with the challenge to keep this feeling

not only to attend classes as a student

excellence found in virtue. Zac helps

of gratitude and to not be apathetic

but also to spend several hours in field

men, as a resident assistant on the third

towards your Holy Cross experiences

experiences. In the stories of their field

floor of Basil Hall, become holier by

here as the days, months, and years

experiences, I have been moved by

sharing his stories of growth in virtue

roll by. Live life in gratitude for God’s

their focus not only to develop well-

and overcoming adversity. He never

grace, for our families, and Holy Cross

organized lesson plans and hands-on

does anything with partial effort and

by serving those you encounter with all

activities that help student learning

will be remembered for challenging

your heart, with all your soul, and with

but more importantly their ability to

us to respond with gratitude for the

all your might because that is what it

accompany young kids so that they

experiences Holy Cross has given.

means to be a Holy Cross College Saint.

might see themselves in the fulness of

Most importantly, a Saint does not fear

their dignity as children of God: when

death but courageously lives in the

Ave Crux Spes Unica!

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STUDENT SAINTS AWARDS

2021 Student Saints Awards

acknowledges growth and achievement Compiled by student submissions

Holy Cross College offers an intentionally Catholic liberal arts experience grounded in rigorous academics, spiritual growth, global perspectives, and service-based learning for the common good. One way we honor students who go above and beyond is by bestowing the Student Saints Awards to four students at the annual Honors Convocation ceremony. The students are nominated and must meet distinct criteria before being selected by the award committee. All internal constituents of the College – faculty, staff, administration, and students – were invited to submit nominations for each of the four student awards. Nominations were reviewed by a selection committee composed of members from various areas of the College.

Congratulations, to all these amazing individuals, and best of luck in all future endeavors.

Saint Thomas Aquinas Award Zechriah Ritchie ‘21 The Saint Thomas Aquinas Award is awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and a scholarly approach to the liberal arts. Recipient Zechariah Ritchie was born in South Bend and graduated from Washington High School. He originally came to Holy Cross College, not as a student, but as an employee in the Siegfried Dining Hall. After two years of service, combined with encouragement from friends, he joined the student community in 2018 as a Psychology major with a minor in Elementary Education. He maintained a 3.996 grade-point average, while continuing to work in the Dining Hall, but also took on responsibilities as a Resident Assistant, Writing Center Tutor, President of the Holy Cross College chapter of the Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society, and Treasurer of the Holy Cross College chapter of the Psi Chi Honor Society. Last summer, he worked at the Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home with emotionally and behaviorally challenged youth. After graduation, he plans to continue his education at Indiana State University’s School of Psychology Educational Specialist Program and hopes to go on to earn his Doctorate in Psychology.

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Saint Joseph Service Award Catherine Oliva ‘21 The Saint Joseph Service Award recognizes a student who possesses an outstanding sense of stewardship and service to others.

Recipient Catherine Oliva is from Osceola, Indiana, and graduated from Marian High School. The Visual Arts Major with double tracks in Studio Art and Graphic Design, and a Theology Minor, had a 3.75 grade-point average. During her time at Holy Cross College, she was actively involved in Campus Ministry, serving as the Retreats and Pilgrimages Intern for one year and contributing her technical art skills in creating posters, flyers, logos, and t-shirts. Her involvement in Student Government included being the Chief of Staff in 2019 and a Senior Senator this past year. Since her junior year, she was a Resident Assistant and last year was President of the Outdoors Club and Vice President of the Holy Cross College Studium Thomisticum. For three years, she was a mentor for the Saints & Scholars Summer Theology Institute and was the Logistics Intern for 2021. Within the tri-campus community, she worked with the University of Notre Dame’s PEMco Theatre Group as stage manager for “The Addams Family” in 2018. In the community, she worked and volunteered with United Youth Theatre as a production and stage manager, and artistic set designer. This fall, she will begin the University of Notre Dame’s Master of Architecture program.

Saint Sebastian Champion of Character Award P. Benjamin Beekman ‘21 The Saint Sebastian Champion of Character Award honors a student-athlete who demonstrates a spirit of leadership through good sportsmanship, courteousness, and personal integrity.

Recipient P. Ben Beekman is from Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he attended Grand Rapids West Catholic High School. The Business major with minors in Sport Management and Marketing maintained a 3.75 grade-point average. He was a member of the inaugural men’s tennis team at Holy Cross College, leading the program in doubles wins last year, and proved his leadership skills as team captain. He was the Resident Assistant in South Hall and a member of the Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society. Over the summer, he visited Serbia and will return to South Bend next spring to help coach the women’s tennis team. Next year, he will pursue a master’s degree in Sports Administration, in the hope of one day becoming an athletic director.

All Saints Award for Excellence Zachary Mundwiller ‘21 The All Saints Award for Excellence is awarded to a student who embodies the spirit of the College through their exemplary scholarship, leadership, service, and faith.

Recipient Zachary Mundwiller is from Thousand Oaks, California, where he graduated from Thousand Oaks High School. The Biology major had a 3.8 grade-point average. In his time at Holy Cross College, he served as a member of the Liturgical Choir, a chemistry tutor, the Social Concerns Committee Chairman, the Medicine Track Mentor for the Saints & Scholars Summer Theology Institute, and a Junior and Senior Class Senator. This past year he served as a librarian, an altar server, a sensei at the University of Notre Dame Martial Arts Institute, the Basil Hall third floor Resident Assistant, a Thomistic Fellow in the Studium Thomisticum, a member of the Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society, the organic chemistry laboratory assistant, and an Ambassador for the Admissions Team. After graduation, he returned home to California to serve others as a Certified Nursing Assistant for a year and then apply to Physician Assistant schools.

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FEATURE: INTERNSHIPS

Internships offer experience by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications Internships provide an opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with a career field that matches both academic and personal interests. These occasions also help students gain skills from practical experiences, making them valuable as an employee. To assist students on their career journey, Holy Cross College requires all students complete an internship to graduate.

Requirements and details The internship program provides an opportunity for students to enhance their academic work through practical, experiential learning. “The course includes the primary component of the internship, as well as, several other assignments meant to help students reflect upon the impact their work experience has on them. I also work with students on other career-related strategies such as building a strong resume, preparing for interviews, networking, job search, etc. as needed. The process includes one-on-one meetings with me to help students gain a greater understanding of their identity, which will help them gain self-confidence, which helps them seek good work experiences, which in turn will help them gain transferrable skills to move closer to

reaching career-related goals,” said Katy Cressy, Holy Cross College Internship Coordinator. Interns participate in the work and interactions of various departments, operations, levels of people, and business settings within the organization. Businesses and supervisors provide career-related and progressive tasks encouraging growth in critical thinking, written and oral communication, human and spiritual growth, technology and information management, and quantitative reasoning. Duties assigned to student interns are at a level that challenges their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Intern contributions are measurable and provide results that benefit organizations. Site supervisors provide a performance evaluation at the midterm and conclusion of the internship. All student interns need to work a minimum of 120 hours with the schedule negotiated between the student and sponsoring organization.

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Impact on students Edgar R. Ramos Estrada ’22 did a summer internship with enFocus. The South Bend, Indiana, native stayed local and learned how hard COVID impacted the need for reliable internet access in the home for families. “This opportunity has made me more comfortable working with large and complex teams. I plan to work in research lab settings and now feel more comfortable knowing what I can contribute to my team,” said Ramos Estrada about the impact working on the Citywide Classroom project made on him. Laura Compton ’22 spent her summer at Community Health Care – Pediatrics in Massillon, Ohio, where she was able to take patients’ vitals and perform intake procedures. The opportunity helped her gain direct patient contact experience, getting her closer to the dream of being a physician associate. “Through this internship, I have learned the importance of working together as a team in healthcare to complete the task at hand. When everyone works efficiently, they are able to be proactive in helping meet patients’ needs,” said Compton.

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Jessica Mejia-Abrajan’24, majoring in psychology and minoring in business, interned at the St. Joseph County Public Library.

Alliso Hano ’23, majoring in biology and minoring in psychology, interned at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.

Edgar R. Ramos Estrada ’22, majoring in biology and minoring in public health and environmental science, interned at EnFocus.

ZaNiya Sconiers ’22, majoring in business and minoring in philosophy, interned at teachers Credit Union.

Lauren Compton ’22, majoring in biology and minoring in public health, interned at Community Health Care – Pediatrics.

Lydia Fell ’24, majoring in visual arts, interned at the South Bend Museum of Art.

“I see it as a vital component of our students’ discernment process. Students are expected to gain experience in an organization, position, and/or industry that is related to their career aspirations or that will help them make some better informed decisions about career options and the journey to reach their goals.” Katy Cressy, Holy Cross College Internship Coordinator

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SAINTS & SCHOLARS 2021

One week that changed the way students see the world The Saints & Scholars Summer Theology Institute’s one-week program provided high school students the opportunity to live on a college campus, participate in lively seminar discussions, serve local community organizations, and share experiences with students from around the country. This year, we were excited to return to an on-campus, overnight event that welcomed over 60 high school students. Participants came from the Indiana/Midwest region, Virginia, Texas, California, Georgia, Arkansas, and New York. Students choose one of six tracks, each learning how theology and our faith intersects with culture. The program offered the following tracks: Theology & Media, Theology & Ecology, Theology & Public Health, Theology & Human Rights, Theology & Education, and Theology & Leadership. Each day began with prayer, breakfast, and a seminar taught by faculty members. Following lunch, tracks had “immersion experiences” on and off-campus learning how the chosen track is lived out in concrete ways in the local community. The days ended with Mass and dinner. Evening activities included a track tournament, free time, study time, a banquet dinner, and outdoor activities. Besides daily Mass, students were offered times for Confession and Adoration throughout the week.

Learn more about future Saints & Scholars opportunities by visiting hcc-nd.edu/saints-and-scholars.

“My hope is that the students who attended Saints & Scholars will return home with a greater love of Christ and his Church, and renewed commitment to live a sacramental life, and to implement what they learned in their local communities – being Christ’s hands and feet to the world.” Andrew Ouellette, Director of the Office of Campus Ministry, Director of Saints & Scholars Institute, and Adjunct Faculty in Department of Theology.

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COLLABORATIVE

Collaborative brings six to campus by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications

Program details The fellows are part of the American Indian Catholic Schools Network (AICSN) Fellows Program, a partnership project between the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) at Notre Dame and the Education Program at Holy Cross College.

Pictured is the American Indian Catholic Schools Network (AICSN) group enjoying a celebratory dinner at the Holy Cross College at Notre Dame, Indiana campus.

Learning never takes a break at Holy Cross College, and during the second half of June, six Holy Cross College Fellows joined us on campus to participate in two elementary education courses. “They lived in apartments in Pulte Hall on campus and gathered each day for three and a half hours in the morning for one course, and three and a half hours after lunch for their second course. They participated in several field trips locally to support their coursework, and spent many hours in the evening completing assignments, individually and collaboratively,” noted Annette Romans, Elementary Education Instructor, Director of ENL Certification, and Director of AICSN Fellows. “ By the end of the summer, the participants have formed a close bond that is carried through the online platform during the academic school year.” “In my own reflection, it’s hard to think of a more meaningful experience of community building than these two and a half weeks with the American Indian Catholic Schools Network Holy Cross Fellows. Each participant brought such unique experience and authenticity to the group, and the way they worked together in solidarity was really inspiring. To witness individuals so dedicated to this community – as well as to their students – really is powerful. They left on fire to embrace and serve their students and to create community in their classrooms like the one they fostered here at Holy Cross,” said Will Newkirk, Director of the American Indian Catholic Schools Network.

“This collaborative initiative seeks to support teachers and staff who work in Catholic Schools on Indian Reservations, many of whom do not have a bachelor’s degree in education. Some teachers/aides at these schools have degrees in other areas, or some have begun college coursework but have not completed a degree. Many of the Catholic Schools operating on American Indian reservations are under-resourced and the schools recruit staff who are called to the mission of the school but who may not actually have teaching credentials” said Romans. According to Romans, Holy Cross College provides two alternative pathways to teaching and licensure by offering both a Bachelor of Arts completion program in elementary education and a Transition-to-Teaching Program for those with an existing bachelor’s degree in another area of study. Participants come to the campus over the summer for an intense 2 to 3-week academic session in which they earn 6 college credits toward their degree or licensure. They continue taking courses remotely through an online platform offered by the College. The teachers work through coursework over a period of years and an effort is made to follow a cohort model such that the teachers in the program can develop a deep connection with one another. We are blessed to have launched our third cohort this summer and can see the fruits of this initiative as we have participants who will be completing the program at the end of the coming school year,” noted Romans. “This group of dynamic individuals embodies the tremendous hope and potential for those within the American Indian community. Some of the participants are first-generation college students, and others are seeking the professional development required to be able to provide an equitable education to the students they serve. This is a program that addresses a great need within the American Indian schools.”

Photo provided by Annette Romans, Elementary Education Instructor, Director of ENL Certification, and Director of AICSN Fellows.

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AROUND CAMPUS

Around Campus FOUR STUDENTS INDUCTED INTO THE PSI CHI The international psychology honors society known as Psi Chi, inducted Julie Wappel ’23, Jack Mason ’22, Shaima Musleh ’21, and Allison Hano ’23 into the program on March 9 at Holy Cross College. Psi Chi is the International Honor Society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. Membership is open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who are in the top 35% academically and who are making the study of psychology one of their majors or minors. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of College Honor of the American Psychological Association (APA).

The mission of the Holy Cross College Psi Chi Chapter is to recognize and promote excellence in the science and application of psychology. Being part of the chapter is an honor bestowed on students who are psychology majors or minors who have shown academic excellence. “My hope is that our Holy Cross College Psi Chi students will develop a sense of pride in their psychology education, a sense of community and support as a chapter and glean the honor and the many benefits that come from such membership,” noted Cosette Fox, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychology. Psi Chi is an honors society recognized worldwide and students can benefit from this recognition of excellence wherever life takes them. This membership is prestigious and will make them look more marketable for jobs and graduate school applications. Michael Waddell, Ph.D., presented “The Future of Autism” at the event. He is the McMahon Aquinas Chair in Philosophy and Director of the Master of Autism Studies program at Saint Mary’s College. His broad interests include philosophical and theological theories of human nature, ethics,

philosophy of religion, and the Catholic intellectual tradition. For the past several years, his work has focused on bringing these interests into conversation with the emerging field of philosophy and disabilities, and especially on exploring resources that the Catholic tradition offers for understanding and responding to autism. As part of this undertaking, he has taught courses on philosophy and disabilities and has lectured on philosophy and autism at prominent universities including Oxford and Cambridge. He is currently working on a book about autism and the Catholic tradition. In the community, he serves on the Human Rights Committee of LOGAN Industries and participates in ministries for people with disabilities. In addition to his professional interest in autism, he has a personal stake as the father of three daughters, two of whom are on the spectrum. New members join current Psi Chi members are Lucy Campos ’21, president; Faithe Hulka ’21, co-president; Mireya Robles ’22, vice-president; Marijka Lynch-Pastoor ’21, secretary; Zechariah Ritchie ’21, treasurer; Kyle Martin ’22, social event coordinator; and Kristina Richardson ’21.

In order to qualify, students must: • b e enrolled as a major or minor in a psychology program or a program psychological in nature • h ave completed at least 3 semesters or the equivalent of full-time college coursework • h ave completed at least 9 semester credit hours or the equivalent of • psychology courses • h ave earned a cumulative GPA that is in the top 35% of their class (sophomore, junior, or senior) compared to their classmates across the entire university or the college that houses psychology (minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale) • have a minimum 3.0 GPA average for psychology courses 14

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SCOTT HAHN, PH.D., SPOKE ON CAMPUS IN MARCH Holy Cross College was honored to welcome Scott Hahn, Ph.D., nationally and internationally known for his talks on a wide variety of topics related to Scripture and the Catholic faith. He spent the weekend of April 23 and April 24 on campus presenting the lectures “St. Joseph: A Man for All Families” on Friday and “It is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion” on Saturday. After each session, a book store and signing were available in the Pfeil Center Board Room. He has been awarded the Father Michael Scanlan, T.O.R., Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990 and is the founder and president of the Saint Paul Center for Biblical Theology. From 2005 to 2011, he held the Pope Benedict XVI Chair of Biblical Theology and Liturgical Proclamation at St. Vincent Seminary in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. From 2014 to 2015, he served as the McEssy Distinguished Visiting Professor of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization, University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois.

He is also the bestselling author of numerous books including The Lamb’s Supper, Reasons to Believe, and Rome Sweet Home (co-authored with his wife, Kimberly). Some of his newest books are The First Society, The Fourth Cup, Romans: A Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, The Creed, Evangelizing Catholics, Angels and Saints, and Joy to the World.

Due to COVID-19 protocols, we had a limited number of tickets available for in-person viewing but offered a livestream option available on our website. To view the lectures, please visit the Holy Cross College YouTube page under the playlist Speaker Series.

Dr. Hahn received his Bachelor of Arts degree with a triple-major in Theology, Philosophy, and Economics from Grove City College, Pennsylvania, in 1979, his Masters of Divinity from GordonConwell Theological Seminary in 1982, and his Ph.D. in Biblical Theology from Marquette University in 1995. He has ten years of youth and pastoral ministry experience in Protestant congregations (in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Massachusetts, Kansas, and Virginia) and is a former Professor of Theology at Chesapeake Theological Seminary. He was ordained in 1982 at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Fairfax, Virginia, and entered the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil, 1986.

Holy Cross College honor students were recognized during the College’s annual Honors Convocation on April 14, at McKenna Arena. Due to COVID-19 protocol restrictions, we were unable to offer this opportunity to the general public. Livestreaming was made available through the College website.

ANNUAL HONORS CONVOCATION

During the convocation, Holy Cross bestows the Student Saints Awards to four students. To earn a Saints Award, students are nominated and vetted and must meet distinct criteria before being selected by the award committee. See the story about the students honored on pages 8 and 9.

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COLLEGE AWARDED $200,000 GRANT Holy Cross College is excited to announce it has been awarded a Phase II Digital Skills Accelerator grant of $200,000 by the LIFT Network, a regional consortium that supports innovation and workforce development. The funds will establish a new Computer Science undergraduate minor within the College. Holy Cross will also offer non-degree certificate programs for non-Computer Science minors to incumbent and adult workers that train around key coding/ computer programming languages such as C++, Python, and other emerging areas. The College will also deliver dual enrollment computer science courses and has established agreements with area K-12 districts and partners. “Introducing Computer Science to our curriculum is innovative because it builds on the College’s recent focus on STEM disciplines within the context of a liberal arts education. This grant will enable undergraduates an on-campus solution to their technology interests and close an important institutional skill gap by offering students a foundation of comprehensive computer skills. These skills are foundational for many occupations, and drive local technology and support regional economic growth,” said Holy Cross College President Rev. David T. Tyson, C.S.C.

Security to Principles of AI to Algorithm Development. With this opportunity, Holy Cross computer science minors hone their programming skills and learn to apply the latest technology to real-world problems. The grant stem from the LIFT Network’s Digital Skills Accelerator Fund, which is facilitated by the South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership and the University of Notre Dame. The LIFT Network is a regional consortium of colleges and non-profits, led by the University of Notre Dame and the South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership. Funding to catalyze the network is made possible by a $42.4 million Lilly Endowment Inc. grant to Notre Dame, awarded in 2019. The Labs for Industry Futures and Transformation (LIFT) Network was established to formalize the collaborative opportunities among the South Bend – Elkhart Region’s innovation, R&D, workforce training, and educational assets to provide a c omprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge resources to support advancement in the region’s key industrial sectors. Collectively these efforts will support the South Bend –

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Elkhart region through the transformation to an increasingly digital and automated future, enhancing the current manufacturing base with new business models, technologies, and tailored workforce training programs while accelerating new high-tech sector growth in the region. For more information about the LIFT Network, visit liftsbe.org. LIFT Network and the associated iNDustry Labs at Notre Dame were catalyzed by a $42.4 million grant awarded to the University of Notre Dame in 2019 from Lilly Endowment Inc. The grant supports Notre Dame’s partnership with the South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership in establishing and advancing the LIFT Network.

GATEWAY CELEBRATED 7.0 & 8.0 COHORTS The Gateway 7.0 class joined the 8.0 cohort group for a recognition ceremony in May. Due to COVID-19, the 7.0 group were unable to have an in-person ceremony last year and were invited to join the newest program graduates.

AROUND CAMPUS Michael Griffin, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Holy Cross College gave the welcome and invocation at the event. Gateway 5.0 alumna Gillian Sullivan gave a reflection piece and the Charge to the Gateway 7.0 & 8.0 Cohorts was given by Bill Kempf, Director of Regional Development at the University of Notre Dame. Erin Camilleri, Director of Transfer Enrollment at the University of Notre Dame presented certificates to thestudents and Rev. Brendan McAleer, C.S.C., gave a sending forth and final blessing.

CLYDE RAY, PH.D., DELIVERED CONSTITUTION DAY LECTURE Clyde Ray, Ph.D., delivered a talk titled “Common Good Constitutionalism Today” in commemoration of Constitution Day. He is the Assistant Professor of Politics at the College. “In this polarized time in American history, many of us wonder where we can discover meaning and unity across the political aisle,” noted Ray. “How can the Constitution help bridge the partisan divide separating us from our fellow citizens, helping us to articulate and work toward a common good that seems increasingly out of our reach?” He holds a Bachelor of Science in political science from Western Carolina University, a Master of Arts in political science from Villanova University, and a doctorate in political science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He is the author of two books, “John Marshall’s Constitutionalism” (SUNY Press) and “Defining Statesmanship: A Comparative Political Theory Analysis” (Lexington Press), as well as several articles in the areas of constitutional law, American politics, and political theory.

For his teaching, he was awarded the Tanner Teaching Assistant Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, the Student Undergraduate Teaching and Staff Award, the Future Faculty Fellowship Program Award, and the Earle Wallace Award for Outstanding Teaching Assistant, Department of Political Science all at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. His research accolades include Humane Studies Fellowship at the Institute for Humane Studies, the Prestage-Cook Travel Award with the Southern Political Science Association, the Hayek Fund for Scholars Research Grant with the Institute for Humane Studies, the Adam Smith Fellowship from the Mercatus Center/Liberty Fund, and the Henry Salvatori Fellowship from The Intercollegiate Studies Institute. “As an expert on John Marshall and Constitutional legitimacy, nationalism, and sovereignty, Professor Clyde Ray is just the person to deliver this year’s Constitution Day Lecture. His distinguished educational pedigree and early scholarly accomplishments promise to provide a stimulating and enriching evening,” noted Angel Cortes, Ph.D., Associate Professor History.

DELTA EPSILON SIGMA INDUCTION

Spectre and Promise of an Avant-Garde Aesthetic for the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.” DES is an honor society for students, faculty, and alumni of colleges and universities with a Catholic tradition. The organization started at the suggestion of Reverend E. A. Fitzgerald, Dean of Studies at Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa, who in October 1938 surveyed Catholic colleges and universities concerning their interest in initiating such a society.

“CORE CHRONICLES” DEBUTED The English Senior Seminar Class created a journal to showcase the works of students and faculty of the Holy Cross community called “Core Chronicles.” The campus journal, published by the English Department, had its first edition debut in spring 2021. Book submissions include academic writing, essays, papers, exposes, opinion pieces, poetry, fictional writing, art, photography, music, reflections, and meditations. A second edition is in the works and will be released in the spring of 2022. For details or to get a copy, please contact core@hcc-nd.edu.

Holy Cross College inducted 10 new members to the Delta Epsilon Sigma (DES) National Scholastic Honor Society. Congratulation to 2021 student inductees Daniela Bautista-Amick, Sean Geiger, Allison Hano, Neema Kwangu, Connery McFadden, Stephen McNulty, Gerardo Negrete-Gonzalez, Elijah Thomas, and Julie Wappel. Each year a faculty member speaks at the event and is then also inducted into the society. This year, Louis Theodore Albarran, Ph.D., presented “The

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COLLEGE SPACES

STUDENT UNION

Campus interior gets some upgrades James, Basil, and Anselm Halls, along with the Student Union, received updates and renovations in the summer of 2021. “The student spaces were extremely outdated. The furniture was old, and the lighting was poor. The renovations will provide new carpet, furniture, and enhanced lighting. These updates will, of course, make the spaces more comfortable, and we hope to see an increase in the amount of use the spaces receive,” said Andrew Polaniecki, Dean and Vice President of Student Life. The student union, and the second-floor lounges in Basil and Pulte halls, underwent a complete renovation. Anselm, Basil, and James’s halls received new lighting and carpet in the hallways and stairwells, along with new windows. The Student Activity office space and Student Government Association office space were also renovated.

JAMES HALL

BASIL HALL

“Common spaces are so important to our community because they provide an environment for fellowship and opportunities to foster deep and meaningful relationships. Our shared residential life compliments the learning that takes place in the academic arena, which taken together provides for the cultivation of the mind and the heart,” noted Polaniecki.

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FIRST YEAR STUDENTS

214 FIRST YEAR STUDENTS STARTING IN FALL

2021

20%

94%

First Generation College Students

Live on Campus

50%

36 12 States

Countries

REPRESENTED

Male

30%

50%

SCORES

Female

Are Students of Color

74% Identify as Catholic

1220-1440 MID-50 SAT (excludes students who applied as test-optional)

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ZA NIYA SCONIERS ‘22

Pursuing an interest in data science by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications The field of data science always interested business major and philosophy minor ZaNiya Sconiers ’22. After a brief conversation in an intro to computer applications class her freshman year, she took her interest to the next level with an acceptance into the 4+1 Master in Science in Data Science Program through Saint Mary’s College. She is the first Holy Cross College student to be accepted into this prestigious program. “It allows me to gain a master’s degree within a year of obtaining my bachelor’s degree from Holy Cross College. It may sound easy, but it is a lot of work, self-determination, and time management. Along with my business major requirements and my philosophy minor requirements, I have applied myself to taking the prerequisites for Saint Mary’s College’s 4+1 Data Science Program.

”I hope to work for IBM as a data scientist at the end of the program. I cannot wait to call Saint Mary’s College my college and home, but I will not forget where my path began at Holy Cross College.” – ZaNiya Sconiers ‘22

The prerequisites for the program during undergraduate years are statistics, computer programming (using Python) at Saint Mary’s College via the NICE Consortium, elements of calculus I and II, and linear algebra at Saint Mary’s College via the NICE Consortium. Taking these courses gives you an idea of the rigor you will acquire in the program,” she said about the program.

Academic advantages Holy Cross College prepared her for the next academic stage with resources through the tri-campus relationship.

Journey ahead

“Since Holy Cross College is small, having that

Her transition into the 4+1 program begins the fall of her senior

interpersonal relationship with a professor who listens to

year with her first graduate course followed by a second graduate course in the spring of her senior year. “The great thing about this is that since I have completed the prerequisites for the program during my undergrad, the costs of the two graduate courses will be of no cost to me due to the NICE Consortium,” she noted. “Data Science is a field that is very good to be in right now and in the future. It is challenging, and that is what motivates me,” she said.

you, knows what you want to do, and keeps you on the right path is how the College prepared me for this next stage in my academic progress. Holy Cross College helped prepare me by having professors like Mary Merrill guide me along the way,” she said.

Bright future According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job prospects for computer and information research scientists will increase 15 percent in the next ten years.

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Mahone named tennis coach of the year

ERIC MAHONE

Mahone Family Picture

Three years after returning to the place where his post-graduate life began, Eric Mahone was named the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year last season!

Pictured is men’s and women’s head tennis coach Eric Mahone with wife Brianne and four-year-old son Liam.

“I was honestly taken aback to be named the Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year,” said Mahone, who begins his four season with the Saints. “I am truly honored, however, we’ve only just started to build this program into what it will be.”

His journey

Life as a coach

“I became a tennis professional at nineteen years old, the summer before my second year at Holy Cross College as a student, and have been coaching ever

His career choice as a leader of the tennis teams has offered him many fulfilling, memorable, and great

since,” noted Mahone. Originally from South Bend, he attended St. Anthony Grade School and Penn High School. Upon graduation, he went to Holy Cross College for two years before attending Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis on a tennis scholarship where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government. He considered a move to become a lawyer, but this love of the sport and ability to make a successful and rewarding living kept him on the courts. “I was the assistant men’s and women’s tennis coach at the University of Chicago for three years, and then the head men’s and women’s tennis coach at the University of Dayton for three years,” said Mahone. During that time, he also completed a Certificate in Executive Management from the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business.

moments. “There are several ‘best parts’ to my job. Mentoring our young men and women is number one. Secondly, being back at the school I love, which played such a pivotal role in my life, is a dream come true. For me, Holy Cross is not a step on the road, it’s a destination,” said Mahone. No job is perfect, and coaching can have challenges along the way. “The most challenging part of the job is making sure I’m recruiting young men and women that live up to the standard that Father Tyson (College President), Monica Markovich (Vice President of Finance), and Tom Robbins (interim Athletic Director) expect. Tennis ability is secondary on the list. We are looking for ‘great people’ first and foremost,” noted Mahone. “Secondly, I am looking for the highest level of academic achievement. After those two goals are met, then I

the competence to see and the courage to act. All administrators, faculty, and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities. “First off, I hope my players develop lifelong friendships with their teammates and a genuine love for Holy Cross and the Holy Cross community,” said Mahone. “Secondly, I hope they develop into leaders while they are here. Lastly, I hope they leave Holy Cross and our team as fully developed adults.”

Road ahead Married to Brianne, a Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology with Beacon Health System, and father to son Liam, he enjoys calling the Holy Cross community his home. He is living his dream and plans to stay for quite some time. “My plan for the future is to continue to build our program into one of the tops in the country,” said Mahone. “I plan to

look at their tennis ability.”

continue our teams’ academic

Impact on players

success - both teams have a 3.5, or

The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with

higher, grade point average.”

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ATHLETICS UPDATES

SPRING 2021 UPDATES by Tyler Braidic, Sports Information Director and Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

Women’s basketball

finished their season with a 7-14 overall record and 3-8 in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) play. The Saints earned the #11 seed in the conference tournament and faced the #6 seed St. Ambrose University. Holy Cross fell to the Fighting Bees 56-52 in the first round, ending the Saints’ season. Jayda Miller ’23 was named to the CCAC All-Conference Honorable Mention team. The 5’6 guard averaged a team-best 16.9 points per game while pulling down 5.3 rebounds per game. Holy Cross also had Allison Hano ’23, Sidney Taylor ’21, and Sara White ’22 named to the CCAC All-Academic Team, while Sidney Taylor ’21 and Sara White ’22 were tabbed Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes.

Men’s Basketball ended their season with another NAIA National Tournament appearance. The Saints finished second in the CCAC regular season, garnering them an automatic bid to the National Tournament. Holy Cross finished with a 13-7 overall record before falling to Mid-America Christian University in Park City, Kansas in the opening round. Jordan Gaines ’21 was awarded to the CCAC All-Conference First Team. Gaines started in all 20 games and while averaging a team-high 33.1 minutes per contest. The 6’4 guard was also tabbed NAIA All-American Honorable Mention. Fellow player Storm Cook ’21 was named CCAC All-Conference Second Team. Cook leaves Holy Cross as the program’s all-times scoring leader with 1,610 career points. Beau Ludwick ’23 and Joe Andershock ’23 were named to the CCAC All-Academic Team, while Ryan Black ’22 was awarded a Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete.

Women’s Soccer made it to the CCAC post-season tournament this past season for the second consecutive time. The Saints defeated Trinity International University at home in the opening round to advance to the semifinal round. Olivia Shaw ’23 was awarded CCAC All-Conference First Team for the second consecutive season. Bella Cuevas ’21 and Lauren Cernak ’22 earned All-Conference Second Team honors. After leading the Saints to a program-best 9-4-1 overall record, head coach Omar Gallo was named CCAC Co-Coach of the Year. Holy Cross also had Eleanor Boothman ’21, Lauren Cernak ’22, Rylee Horn’21, Chloe Kane ’21, Marijka Lynch-Pastoor ’21, Kathleen Ming ’23, and Brooke Strickland ’21 receive

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All-Conference Academic honors, while Boothman ’21, Cernak ’22, Horn ’21, Kane ’21, and Lynch-Pastoor ’21 were awarded Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes. Goalkeeper Chole Kane ’21 was twice awarded the CCAC Defensive Player of the Week. Marijka Lynch-Pastoor ’21 finishes her career at Holy Cross as the school’s career goals scored leader with 18 goals.

Men’s Soccer finished their season with an 8-7-1 overall record and 6-6 in conference play. The Saints earned the #8 seed in the post-season tournament before falling to the #1 seed Cardinal Stritch University in the opening round. Jeff Rafter ’21 was awarded CCAC All-Conference First Team. The 5’10 player tied a team-best five goals scored on the season while also having two assists. Goalkeeper Lewis Tomlinson ’21 recorded a team-best 36 saves with one shutout. The Saints also had Raymond Giang ’21 and Matteus Webb ’21 named to the CCAC All-Academic Team with Giang ’21 also being named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete

Men’s and Women’s Golf

teams finished in second and third place in the CCAC Championship, respectfully. Women’s golfer Annika Johnson ’24 placed 5th in the tournament and was awarded to the CCAC All-Conference First Team. Men’s golfer Carter Silva ’22 finished in 3rd place and was tabbed All-Conference First Team, while Collin Todora ’23 placed 9th and was named All-Conference Second Team. Both teams began their spring season in Pinehurst, North Carolina in the Pinehurst Invite. Men’s golfers Camden Dal Corobbo ’22, Colin Todora ’23, Blaise Morris ’23, and Carter Silva ’22 had 7 top-10 finishes combined and women’s golfers Annika Johnson ’24, Sofia McGuiness ’21, Madison Pool ’22, and Rachel Scherer ’23 had 10 top-30 finishes combined. Rachel Scherer ’23, Quinn Arial ’23, Camden Dal Corobbo ’22, Blaise Morris ’23, Carter Silva ’22, Brevin Slusher ’23, Collin Todora

ATHLETICS UPDATES ’23, and Stephen Viz ’21 were named to the CCAC All-Academic Team. Dal Corobbo ’22, Silva ’22, and Viz ’21 were also named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes.

Men’s and Women’s Tennis teams each had record setting seasons. Men’s tennis finished with a program best 9-8 overall record and 4-2 in conference competition. The women’s tennis team had a 13-6 record and finished in second place in the CCAC with a 6-1 mark. Women’s tennis advanced to the CCAC Tournament Championship before falling to Cardinal Stritch University. Helga Lopez ’24 was awarded CCAC Freshman of the Year, as well as All-Conference in singles and doubles. Fellow player Jabeen Urbanek ’24 was also tabbed All-Conference in singles and doubles. On the men’s side, Isaac Chan ’23 was named CCAC Freshman of the Year and All-Conference in singles, while Will Page ’24 received All-Conference in singles. After the record setting season for both the men’s and women’s tennis teams, head coach Eric Mahone was named the CCAC Men’s and Women’s Coach of the Year. Mackenzie Gonzalez ’23, Clara Ruediger ’21, Julie Wappel ’22, Ben Beekman ’21, Mac Flannery ’21, and Dominic Gibson ’22 were awarded to the CCAC All-Academic Team, while Beekman ’21, Flannery ’21, Gibson ’22, and Wappel ’22 were named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes.

Athletic department recognized by the NAIA The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) awarded all eight sports teams as NAIA Scholar Teams and 16 Holy Cross student-athletes were named Daktronics NAIA Scholar-Athletes! The NAIA Scholar Team Award recognizes excellence in the classroom by NAIA teams. Team GPA requirements include: Minimum 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) as defined by the nominating institution. Include every varsity athlete certified as eligible in this sport and listed on any eligibility certificate submitted to conference/CAC (Independent)/unaffiliated grouping eligibility chairs during this academic year. Will be calculated using the institution’s normal GPA rules regarding repeated courses, transfer credit, etc. Sum the total quality points/GPA points earned by all team members and divide by the sum of the total GPA hours earned by the team members. Fall and spring grades from the current year are to be used when calculating the team GPA. In order to be nominated for the Daktronics NAIA Scholar-Athlete, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, must appear on the eligibility certificate for the sport and have attended two full years as a non-transfer or one full year as a transfer. 2021 DAKTRONICS NAIA SCHOLAR-ATHLETES Ben Beekman ’21 – Men’s Tennis Ryan Black ’22 – Men’s Basketball Eleanor Boothman ’21 – Women’s Soccer Lauren Cernak ’22 – Women’s Soccer Camden Dal Corobbo ’22 – Men’s Golf Mac Flannery ’21 – Men’s Tennis Raymond Giang ’21 – Men’s Soccer Dominic Gibson ’22 – Men’s Tennis Rylee Horn ’21 – Women’s Soccer Chloe Kane ’21 – Women’s Soccer Marijka Lynch-Pastoor ’21 – Women’s Soccer Carter Silva ’22 – Men’s Golf Sidney Taylor ’21 – Women’s Basketball Stephen Viz ’21 – Men’s Golf Julie Wappel ’22 – Women’s Tennis Sara White ’22 – Women’s Basketball

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A PLACE I CALL HOME

A place I call

Home

by Lekabel Abul ‘20

As I type away on my keyboard, I cannot help but reminisce on the past. It seems like only yesterday that I was frantically trying to decide the next step in my life – which college I would soon call home. I admit that I was still undecided until I spoke to Dr. Michael Griffin, the vice president of Holy Cross College, over the phone. “Lekabel, have you ever thought about attending a school in the Midwest?” “What exactly is in the Midwest?” “A tri-campus community that will help you obtain your aspirations. A place where we value our students. A place where spirituality is at the heart of everything that we do.”

A place that I can call home, I finished in my mind. I decided to take a leap of faith as a Beninese girl from Washington, D.C., and move to South Bend, Indiana. My passion lies within the engineering sector, which is why I joined the 2-3 Driscoll engineering program with Holy Cross College and the University of Notre Dame as part of the first cohort (class of ’23). I had big dreams and even bigger plans for myself, but I could not begin to imagine the opportunities that I would encounter at the doorsteps of these two institutions.

During my journey to reach my academic goals, Holy Cross made it easy to embed myself into its community, and so I do. By working at both the Admissions Office and the Office of the President, I discovered a combination of communication skills, organizational skills, and initiative that molded me into a student leader. Later, I used those skills to help start the first Black Student Association (BSA) at Holy Cross and engage in a variety of clubs and organizations. After walking across the stage with my Associate Degree in General Studies in the fall of 2020, I transitioned into the University of Notre Dame as a second-year computer science student. Recently, I applied to one of the prestigious programs that the university offers, the Silicon Valley Semester Study Abroad Program, and it is with great honor that I announce that I have been accepted into the spring 2022 semester program. During this time, I will tackle rigorous computer science courses while working at a technology company in Silicon Valley. If I could describe how I feel in one word, it would have to be ‘grateful.’ Grateful for those who believed in me. Grateful to Holy Cross for challenging me to step outside of my boundaries and propelling me to develop a certain degree of perseverance and optimism. Grateful for the arduous classes that

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forced me to struggle, fail, overcome, and finally prosper. Grateful to the faculty and staff who wholeheartedly dedicated time and effort into making Holy Cross a great college experience. Without this chapter in my life, I could not have achieved all the attainments that make me a remarkable individual or, simply, who I am today. Wherever I go or whoever I end up becoming, the Holy Cross motto, Ave Crux, Spes Unica: Hail the Cross, Our Only Hope, will always be engrained within my heart. Go, Saints!

Life experiences inspire career path

LIFE EXPERIENCES

by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications Tori Jones ’21 has been interested in science since high school and knew she wanted to be in the health field. The avid athlete spent most of her formative years around teammates with sports injuries and found herself called to a career where she could help others. This past spring, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science and will continue her education in the Trine University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), becoming the first Holy Cross College alumna to attend a physical therapy school program directly after undergrad. “After my sophomore year, I knew 100% I wanted to pursue a career in physical therapy. There are not many physical therapy schools in Indiana, but I knew I wanted to stay local. Trine interested me for many reasons. The first being that my fiancé lives in Fort Wayne where the program is located which means I would be close to him. Another reason I was drawn to Trine University is because of its reputation. Many therapists I shadowed praised how well-educated Trine students were. The program is big on professionalism which I think is a key trait to have in a career. I did a school tour in early 2020 and felt very welcomed like everyone was family,” said Jones. “The program itself is a 3-year, full-time program where there is a summer, fall, and spring semester.”

A strong foundation “Holy Cross has provided me with life skills that I can integrate into my future career. Being a small liberal arts college, Holy Cross College has helped me build close relationships with my peers as well as the

staff. I have become open-minded to all types of backgrounds, and am no longer afraid to speak my mind. The liberal arts education has taught me how to interact with others, especially people different from me, and understand that the world is not just about work. Having the spiritual knowledge to care for others, as well as our environment, has formed me into a well-rounded person. Most of my science courses have helped me develop strong problem-solving skills that can be used in my everyday life. The biggest skill I have developed from Holy Cross College is the ability to adapt based on my changing environment,” said Jones. “Over the past four years, there has been a lot of change in the science department, and being open to new things as well as evaluating the old has helped me evolve. Since I am a part of the third graduating class in the science department, I feel a sense of responsibility for the growth of the program. This responsibility has given me the confidence to show that my educational success at Holy Cross College has an impact. This is a sense of confidence I plan to take to grad school. I know my impact is small, but it influences others in the future. I am lucky to be a part of the growth here, and I want to keep that growth going somewhere else. All my experiences at Holy Cross College have properly prepared me to feel confident about the next steps to my education/ career,” she continued.

“I am looking forward to my next journey in life, and I am very blessed to have had the opportunity to get my undergrad at Holy Cross College. I am not sure what my future will look like after physical therapy school, but I plan to keep my eyes and ears open for any opportunity that arises.” – Tori Jones ‘21

The future The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics notes the employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 18 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for physical therapy is expected to come from aging baby boomers, who are not only staying active later in life but are susceptible to health conditions, such as strokes, that may require physical therapy. Also, physical therapists will be needed to treat people with mobility issues stemming from chronic conditions, such as diabetes or obesity.

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Faculty& College UPDATES

Strategic planning The College has constructed a strategic plan and presented it to the Board of Trustees in October. Monica Markovich, Vice President for Finance, Andrew Polaniecki, Dean and Vice President of Student Life, and JudeAnne Hastings, Associate Vice President for Communications and Development led and coordinated the effort. College President Rev. David T. Tyson, C.S.C., served as an ex officio member of the committee. The steering committee consisted of a select group of faculty and staff members asked to think innovatively and strategically. David Wantz, Ph.D., President & CEO for the Independent Colleges of Indiana, assisted the College as an outside consultant available as needed during the strategic planning process that happened over the summer. The plan will be shared with the entire Holy Cross College community in January.

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Student Success Team On July 1, 2021, the newly formed Student Success Team began their work to help retention efforts at the College. This team, led by Brother Bill Zaydak, C.S.C., will bring together the key areas of advising, retention,

assessment. Much thanks to Justin for his leadership and years of service. David Lutz, Ph.D., will redirect his efforts from Dean of Faculty to full-time teaching. We are thankful for his last four years of service in his capacity as dean.

Retirements Mary Merrill, Assistant Professor Mathematics, and librarian Mary Ellen Hegedus both retired at the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Mary Merrill started at the College in 2005 and Mary Ellen Hegedus began her career

mentoring, and career development.

Holy Cross College is undergoing

in 1996. Dorene Muszer with the

In addition to those already serving in

realignment in the academic division,

Office of Student Accounts, retired on

those areas, Catherine Ficker will be

and will be expanding the

September 30, 2021, after 25 years of

joining this team.

responsibilities of the Registrar’s

service to Holy Cross College. We

Role changes In July, Anthony Monta, Ph.D., become Dean of the College, and Michael Griffin, Ph.D., Interim Provost. Justin Watson, Ph.D., who has been committed to the College for twenty-six years as a faculty member and part of the College administration, has been appointed the Brother John Driscoll Distinguished Professor of the Liberal Arts and will continue to advise

Office. Registrar Hiroko Harrison will

appreciate all their years with Holy

assume increased responsibilities and

Cross College, and wish them all the

play an increased strategic role that

best in their next journey.

align with those roles rightly associated with her office as Registrar. Emily (David) Rauch begins her role as the Director of Academic Advising and Assistant to the Dean of the College this fall, and will work closely with Registrar Harrison and Dean Monta in operationalizing the academic goals of the College.

on matters of accreditation and

Campus changes Holy Cross College is excited to welcome several new faces to campus. Please join us in welcoming these new members to the Holy Cross community and find their bio information on our website at hcc-nd.edu: Maureen Bielinski, Ph.D. Post-Doctoral Fellow – Philosophy

Carolyn Kitz Director of Student Activities

Rick Gonsiorek from Associate

Juan Maldonado Student Success Coordinator

of Financial Aid.

Elaine Mokrzan, Ph.D. Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology Clyde Ray, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Politics

Matthew Cloud Professor of the Practice, Computer Science

Several members of our team have

Matthew Greene Associate Director of Admissions

following changes:

Mark Kettler, Ph.D. Visiting Assistant Professor of History

undergone some title changes. We are excited to announce the Catherine Ficker from Admissions

Director of Admissions to the Director Eric Mammolenti from Enterprise Application Administrator to Assistant Director of Information Technology. Colin McNamara from Admissions Counselor to Director of Admissions. Marie Oliva from COVID Response Coordinator to Housing and Residence Life Coordinator. Zhutian Zhang from Instructor in Chemistry to Lecturer.

Counselor to the Assistant Director of Student Success and Academic Advisor.

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EMPOWERING WOMEN

Empowering women through business venture by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications A love for shopping and fashion, coupled with a desire to empower women, brought class of 2018 alumnae Sara Musleh and Avonni Ward into business together. The duo opened Sarae Boutique intending to carry clothing for people of various religions, cultural backgrounds, and sizes. “Sara and I have always been shopaholics. We used to shop in between courses while attending Holy Cross College,” said Ward. “One thing we noticed is that there were very few stores where we both could find fashion to fit the both of us. We noticed a gap in the market. There are very few boutiques or stores that offer inclusive fashion. We couldn’t find a one-stop-shop, so we created it. Sarae Boutique is here to be inclusive and to offer visibility for all women—showcasing women of all colors, shapes, and beliefs.”

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“Fashion has always been something

aspirations. I was able to begin to

Avonni, and use that to continue to

I loved. It was one of the things

find where I believed I fit into the

build myself,” recalled Ward. “My senior

Avonni and I bonded over in college.

‘real world.’ Having a strong conviction

capstone journey was definitely a

However, it wasn’t always easy for us

on what I believe my contribution to

strong take-off to propel me into my

to find clothing that would suit us, so

the world will be has helped me

next journey in life.”

we came up with the idea of opening

confidently advance in my

a boutique that would carry

professional life,” noted Ward.

clothing suitable for people of all sorts of religious and cultural backgrounds and different sizes,” said Musleh.

“Holy Cross has given me a lot more than just a degree. I believe a key part of my college career that helped me in

Background and experience

my professional life was my internship.

Upon graduation with her

the opportunity to explore them,” said

bachelor’s degree from Holy Cross

Musleh.

College, Musleh began managing her father’s businesses full time while running Sarae’s Boutique with her partner. While continuing to grow the business, she plans on pursuing her master’s degree next year.

It helped me eliminate some career choices I had thought of by giving me

Memorable college moment “I personally used to love the business seminars that would happen on Wednesday nights once a month.

Plans and aspirations “I hope to continue to grow Sarae Boutique and own more than one business. I have a lot of business ideas and projects that I hope to turn into a reality one day. Avonni and I are great business partners and we have a lot of plans for South Bend in the future,” noted Musleh. “My plans are to continue to uplift women through my personal career advancements and through our boutique. My goal is to showcase how far grit and determination can get you,” said Ward.

“After graduating Holy Cross College,

A lot of the speakers that would come

I went on to work at Press Ganey for a

in really had inspiring stories on how

year. I left Press Ganey to pursue my

they reached their goals. As a business

Master’s in Management from Notre

major, most of my classes would offer

Dame. After graduating in 2020 with

extra credit for attending these

my master’s degree, I am now working

seminars, however even when I didn’t

full time as an underwriter,” said Ward.

have classes that offered that extra

“I also run and manage Sarae Bou-

credit I would still look forward to

tique alongside my business partner

those seminars and go regardless,”

Sara.”

said Musleh.

Creating a foundation

“A memorable moment for me was my allowed me to look back on what I

Learn more about the boutique

“Holy Cross helped me begin my

had learned and apply it to the future.

at https://saraeboutique.com/.

discernment process for my career

I was able to pinpoint what made me

senior capstone. My senior capstone

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FINDING A FUTURE PATH

Finding a future path through

FRIENDSHIP by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communication

government entities, and other engineering firms on new The friendship of a father

tank design, new tank construction, reconditioning,

figure helped a young man

painting, and inspecting water towers all over the nation.

find his purpose and become a leader at one of the largest

“As the Director of Business Development at KLM, I travel

structural engineering water

around to companies, municipalities, government entities,

tower consulting firms

and other engineering firms throughout the nation working

in the nation.

as a consultant to help with various water tower projects,” notes Novitzki. “Over the last four years, I have helped KLM

His journey Alumnus Michael Novitzki ’13, originally from Eagan, Minnesota, graduated from Holy Cross College with a major in business and a minor in communications and Spanish. Upon graduation, he took a position with Target Corporate in merchandising and finance. During his time with the company, he was recruited by an insurance/ investment firm and became one of the top producers for individuals of people with five years or less with the company in Minnesota. After three years he was burned out, and one of his mentors reached out to Shawn Mulhern,

grow to open up two new offices in Kansas City, Kansas, and New Lennox, Illinois. In his role, he is part of the strategic development team and has helped the company achieve double-digit growth since starting the position in April 2017. He implemented new systems and processes that helped achieve 33% revenue growth, is working to expand the firm’s national clientele, and is currently negotiating $10,000 to $1,000,000 contracts with municipalities, companies, government entities, and civil engineering firms nationally. He has served as an industry presenter at Rural Water events and the American

President, and CEO of KLM Engineering Incorporated.

Water Works Association event across the United States.

“Shawn was like a father figure to me when I was growing

“I really love working in this industry because I am able to

up. I used to help him with yard work when I was in middle

help communities provide safe drinking water around the

school and high school. He called me and asked me to come

country. I feel like I am truly making a difference. Also, I

work for him and to learn the business. I graciously

love hearing people’s stories and meeting new individuals

accepted. Shawn knew I would be a good fit at KLM, and

throughout the 11 states KLM currently operates in

knew based on my drive and work ethic I could help take

throughout the United States. I mean who can say one

KLM to the next level. I hope to carry on his legacy,”

night they could be in a council meeting in the middle of

said Novitzki.

a cornfield and the next night be in a suit and tie on local cable television,” said Novitzki. “I also love the aspect of

According to Novitzki, KLM Engineering is one of the largest

building something, and at KLM we are in the process of

structural engineering water tower consulting firms in the

building something special. I enjoy all the hard work that

nation. They consult with companies, municipalities,

goes into scaling a business.”

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College impact “I wouldn’t be where I am at today without Holy Cross College. At Holy Cross, I learned the necessary tools to be successful based on the holistic educational experience they offered. The College taught me how to be a problem solver and focus on solutions to those problems that can have a positive impact on the overall common good. Also, Holy Cross College taught me how to be resilient and overcome obstacles,” said Novitzki.

Noteworthy moment “I think the most impactful and memorable experience of my Holy Cross College was the mandatory internship. I ended up interning with the University of Notre Dame Sports Marketing Department as one of the first members of the newly restructured Leprechaun Legion. I was one of the first hockey Leprechaun Legion representatives. Holy Cross College gave me the confidence and tools to be successful at this opportunity,” notes Novitzki.

The future “Currently while working full time, I am in the process of obtaining my M.B.A. from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. I am set to graduate in the spring of 2022. After completing my degree, my plan currently is to continue to help KLM grow into a national leader when it comes to structural engineering, building, painting, and inspecting water towers,” said Novitzki. “I hope one day to own my own business, whether that will be with KLM or another company.”

ALUMNUS ADDRESSES NATIONS LEADERS Alumnus Michael Novitzki ’13 was part of a panel representing the Minnesota Section American Water Works Association (MN AWWA) that spoke to members of congress and senators about our nation’s water and infrastructure. The traditionally in-person event was held virtually this year and covered a variety of topics. The group discussed reauthorizing and boosting authorized funding for the beginning of the 2022 fiscal year for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) program and the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) project. The panel also discussed how to assist utilities to remove lead service lines to treat per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and how to restore the tax-exempt benefits of advanced funding for municipal bonds. “Our goal was to make sure our politicians were aware of the state of our infrastructure and what we as consultants and engineers are seeing in the cities we work in across the United States. Also, we wanted to ensure that the infrastructure bills that are being passed into law would take water into consideration,” noted Novitzki. “We also talked about how the money is distributed, and to ensure that small communities across the U.S. would be able to receive an appropriate share of funds because they are the communities that need it the most.” The MN AWWA is a section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the world’s largest association of water professionals. They are a nonprofit scientific and educational association focused on public health, safety, and welfare through research and dissemination of information and by supporting the educational development of its members. He is part of the Young Professionals Committee, serving as the Manufacturers and Associates Council liaison and has recently taken a more active role on the Manufacturers and Associates Council as a voting member.

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Army ROTC experience and degree makes him

UNSTOPPABLE by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communication United States Army Second Lieutenant Justin Ruth ’21 graduated from Holy Cross College with a major in business and minors in marketing and communications. He chose this field of study because he plans to start his own construction company after completing his military service. While in school, he focused on project management, accounting, and entrepreneurship to establish a strong base for his future.

Why Holy Cross College “The close proximity to my hometown, the University of Notre Dame Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, the student to professor ratio, and tight-knit community,” said the Buchanan, Michigan native.

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On-campus activities

Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

Guard Academy. At the beginning of

joined several different groups. One

“I have been in the University of Notre

Academy. I was in talks with their

organization is the Notre Dame Army

Dame Army ROTC program since my

football program, and I was likely to

ROTC Color Guard Club, responsible

freshman year. The program was

get in. The acceptance letters began

for presenting the Nation’s colors at

ultimately the factor that led me to

coming out at the beginning of my

sporting events, campus events, and

Holy Cross. I did not come into the

senior year. I was, unfortunately,

areas events – most notably the Notre

program with the four-year national

waitlisted; however, I still anticipated

Dame football games. His involvement

scholarship, so I had to earn a

getting in. I did not receive an

with this club came from a desire to

scholarship. After a semester in the

admission decision until my

represent the United States in multiple

program, I earned a three-year full-

graduation day. I made the unwise

facets and connect with the public.

tuition scholarship and officially

choice to put all of my time and effort

became a part of the United States

into getting into the Coast Guard

Army. Army ROTC was a huge part

Academy. I was left lost and confused;

of my college experience. Between

however, this decision ultimately led

physical training twice a week, weekly

me to Holy Cross College and put me

labs, weekend training exercises, and

on the path I am today,” noted Ruth.

Within the Army ROTC Clubs, he

“Iron Irish is a Notre Dame Army ROTC weightlifting club that I helped create. I gained an appreciation for weightlifting in high school, so I used my experience to help create one of the largest Notre Dame ROTC clubs,” noted Ruth. “I also joined the Notre Dame Army ROTC Rifle Team because I have a lot of experience with firearms,

summer opportunities, the program strengthened my leadership ability and helped me create some great friendships,” said Ruth.

my junior year of high school, I was expecting to attend the Coast Guard

Future is bright “Upon graduation, I am commissioned in the U.S. Army as a

While in the program, he spent a

Second Lieutenant. I am joining the

month in Santiago, Chile, training

Armor Branch, an armored warfare

with the Chilean Army as part of the

combat arms branch with Tankers and

Army’s Cultural Understanding and

Cavalry Scouts. I am an active duty

“I was a three-sport athlete in high

Learning Program. He also graduated

officer with a four-year contractual

school, so intramurals were a chance

from Air Assault School through the

service obligation. At the moment, I

for me to flex my competitive muscles.

Lightning Academy, a training unit for

am unsure how long I will stay in the

I started playing intramural sports

the 25th Infantry Division based out

Army. I plan to stay in until it is not fun

because I missed the camaraderie of

of Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. He spent

anymore,” said Ruth, who would like to

being on a team. It was also a great

two-and-a-half weeks in Hawaii while

eventually get married, start a family,

way to connect with and make new

attending this course.

and open a construction business

friends,” said Ruth.

Noteworthy experience

and I enjoy shooting.” At Holy Cross College, he participated in the intramurals program.

“I would say the most memorable moment that has impacted who I am today would be getting denied entry into the United States Coast

specializing in dirt-moving, demolition, excavation, and residential concrete. “I may continue my education and receive my MBA. The G.I. Bill, and programs such as Yellow Ribbon, make it very plausible for me to pursue a master’s.”

“ARMY ROTC WAS A HUGE PART OF MY COLLEGE EXPERIENCE. BETWEEN PHYSICAL TRAINING TWICE A WEEK, WEEKLY LABS, WEEKEND TRAINING EXERCISES, AND SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES, THE PROGRAM STRENGTHENED MY LEADERSHIP ABILITY AND HELPED ME CREATE SOME GREAT FRIENDSHIPS.” – United States Army Second Lieutenant Justin Ruth ’21

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BIRTHS

MARRIAGES

Elizabeth Vollers Kanczuzewski ’05 and husband Nick welcomed daughter Nicole (Nikki) Kay Kanczuzewski October 11, 2021.

Justin Breveard ’13 married Colleen Fair on Saturday, July 3, 2021.

Brandon Loulan ’10 and wife Megan (Ohms) Loulan ’11 welcomed Jack Woods Loulan on December 15, 2020. He weighed in at 8 pounds 1 ounces and was 21 inches long. Monica Zehr Bodien ’11 and husband David Bodien ’11 welcomed Augustine ‘Gus’ Donald to the family October 7, 2020. His siblings, Marilee, Davey, and Adelaide are pleased with the addition! Alexandria Rios ’12 and Derrick Gibson welcomed Aniyah Rose Gibson on January 13, 2021. She weighed in at 5 pounds 2 ounces and was 19 inches long. Marie-Louise Bridgeman ’11 and Steve Bridgeman ’12 welcomed Jolie James Bridgeman. Yama Kader ’13 and wife Shelbi were delighted with the arrival of Aubrey Lynn on October 1, 2020. Big sister Kendall is in love with her little sis.

Clayton Brown ‘19 married Jessica Horvath on August 15, 2020. Elizabeth Medina López ’19 married Maurilio López on July 18, 2021. Madison Wenzler Malec ’19 married Luke Malec ’17 in June of 2021. Alumni Trey Sorg ’20 and Katherine O’Neill ’19 were married on January 23, 2021.

ENGAGEMENTS Michael Franz ’16 got engaged to Alexis in November of 2020. Reagan Stout ‘18 got engaged to Nate Wood in April of 2021.

Nikolas Jelicic ’14 and welcomed daughter Lorena in October 2021.

Kalen Saddler ’18 got engaged to Eryn Leek ’18.

Alajowon Edwards ‘15 and wife Justice welcomed son Alajowon Jr. July 3, 2020.

Andres Vital ’20 got engaged to Brianna Strong ‘20 in May of 2021.

George Stainko ’15 welcomed daughter Ari Kay Stainko on March 11, 2021. Zachary Best ’15 welcomed son Jackson in September of 2021. Kari (Barnes) Webb ’16 and Clayton Webb ’15 are the proud parents of daughter Kylar Ann who was born October 21, 2020. Brendon Shibley ’18 welcomed daughter Remi on July 17, 2021. Karina Cain Moore ’17 and Drew Moore ’15 welcomed second son Leo Anthony Moore to the family on December 16, 2020. Stacy Ramirez ’20 welcomed Gianelly De Leon on January 29, 2021. Alexis Duffy ’16 and Alex Duffy ’16 welcomed Dorothy Josephine Duffy in March 2021 weighing in at 8 pounds and 13 ounces.

Mary Fitzgerald Gosselin ’14 married Travis Gosselin.

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GOOD NEWS Congratulations, former Holy Cross College Saint Logan Parrish ’17 on being ordained to the priesthood. Patrick Erhardt ’69 is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the Valerie Theatre in Inverness, Florida. His production company, Stayin Alive Productions, will produce “Tower Stories” in September for the 20th anniversary of 9-11. Brian Welch ’95 accepted the position of Assistant Athletic Director at Valparaiso University in May of 2021. Katie Robertson ’05 joined Bradley Company as a custodian in May of 2021 and will be working on the Holy Cross College campus.

HOLY CROSS ALUMNI CLASS UPDATES Alumna Amy Nussbaum ’06 was named the Head of School at Marquette Montessori Academy in South Bend.

Madelyn Martinec ’16 accepted a position as Manager of Campaigns and Events with REAL Services in South Bend, Indiana, on November 16, 2020.

Alumna Anh Le ’07 wrote the children’s book “Garage Sale Adventures: The Magic Shoes.”

Northwestern Mutual has appointed Macauley Hill ‘15 managing director for the Mishawaka District Office.

Michael Hodge ’08 was named the 2021 College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Women’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year. Nate Poznanski-Ring ’10 accepted a position as a Data Scientist with Facebook in July of 2021. Congratulations, Molly Gettinger ‘13, and the communications team at Today’s Catholic on receiving 4 Catholic Media Association Awards. Alumnus Terron Phillips ‘14 co-authored the publication: “Examining Individualism in College Student Retention Theory and Practice | Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention.” The National Education Finance Academy has also selected his research on financial literacy programming in higher education to receive the William and Patricia Fowler educational policy award and grant. Ancilla College of Marian University Athletics welcomed Coach Farkhod Kurbonov ’14 as their new Sports Information Director. Congratulations, alumnus Thomas J. Lyons, III, ’14 on the appointment as a board member of the CFA Society Indianapolis. CFA Society of Indianapolis strives to advance professional excellence and ethics through education, collaboration, and awareness of the CFA charter for the benefit of the regional investment community and the public. Lukman Ahmed-Shaibu ’16 signed with the SD Raiders Football Club. The Nigerian American Forward joined the team from Canberra NPL side Monaro Panthers.

Class of 2018 alumnae Sara Musleh ’18 and Avonni Ward ‘18 opened Sarae Boutique (read their story on pages 28-29). Kalen Saddler ’18 was named the Ancilla College Coach of the Year! He is the coach of the women’s soccer team. He also accepted the Admissions Visit & Event Coordinator position at Ancilla College of Marian University. Alumnus AJ Bannister ’18 signed with the Adelaide Croatia Raiders in December of 2020.

Congratulations, alumnus Thomas Lyons III, ’14, for being named to the Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch list. He is being recognized for his work in both Corporate Law and Mergers and

Kaitlyn Luczak ’19 graduated from the University of Evansville with my Masters of Science in Leadership with a focus in Innovation and will now be working with Safe Sitter, Inc, in Indianapolis as a Program Support Specialists.

Acquisitions. These

Elizabeth Medina Lopez ’19, is the new Survey Operations Quality Analyst with Press Ganey in South Bend, Indiana.

practice in the United

Paul Gilsdorf ’19 generously paid next year’s school fees for 10 students in Bangladesh. All 10 come from families in poverty and are living at the schools to study/discern joining the Holy Cross Congregation. Robert Bridges ’21 is continuing his education at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business in their Business Analytics program.

awards are recognitions given to attorneys for outstanding professional excellence in private States. The 28th edition of The Best Lawyers in America evaluates more than 66,000 attorneys in 147 practice areas, covering all 50 states and the District of Columbia, and inclusion in this year’s publication is based on more than 10 million detailed evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers.

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PASSING It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Ethan Emmanuel Bender Palmer ’15. Born in South Bend, Indiana, on November 7, 1992, he resided in Longmont, Colorado. After earning a bachelor’s degree in English, Ethan moved to The Villages, Florida, pursuing a career in journalism. He was a staff journalist for The Daily Sun for several years. Ethan was excited when offered an opportunity to work toward his goal of a marketing position with Left Hand Brewing Company in Longmont. He found his extended family in the Left Hand community, while expanding his knowledge of the craft brewing industry An avid hockey fan/player, Ethan began his hockey career at the age of 4 with the Irish Youth Hockey League. He played goalie throughout high school, continuing into college, and was often found in the driveway with his little brother helping him perfect his hockey moves.

A huge animal lover, Ethan enjoyed the companionship of his rescue pets, Fat Stan, Mini, and Molly. He also enjoyed hiking, snowboarding, and simply spending time with family and friends. He is survived by parents Robert and Cynthia Palmer of Granger, siblings Cassandra Palmer Gohn (Rance) of Warsaw, Noah and Ellie Palmer of Granger, and niece, Murphy Gohn of Warsaw. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Ralph and Sandra Bender of Kendallville and paternal grandparents, Herman and Ruth Palmer of Ft. Wayne. A private funeral mass was offered in Ethan’s memory on April 17, 2021. It is with great sadness we share news of the death of Sister Joanne Becker, C.S.C, who died on July 5, 2021, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, Indiana. She was the library assistant at Holy Cross College 1997–2009 and returned later to volunteer there for three more years.

Sister Joanne was gifted with a personality that was very sociable. She had a warm and sympathetic spirit accompanied by an open, frank and direct manner when dealing with others. Perhaps that is why, years later in South Bend, Indiana, she was so good working with the lay Sisters of the Holy Cross Associates and was a welcoming presence wherever she ministered. She developed a circle of friends with the associates, who supported the Congregation’s mission through prayer and service. She was a good woman who was inclusive, gentle and reached out to so many. It is with deep saddness that we share the passing of Professor Timothy C. Wright on November 8, 2021. We will share his obituary and detailed information in the next edtion of Connections.

Your Rollover Gift Can Honor a Loved One

Rollover! Good IRA Direct gifts to Holy Cross College from your IRA can: 1. Be easy and convenient way to make a gift from one of your major assets. 2. Be excluded from your gross income: a tax-free rollover. 3. Count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), which under the SECURE Act, begins at the age of 72.

For your gift to qualify: • You must be 70 and ½ or older at the time of your gift. • The transfer must go directly from your IRA to Holy Cross College. • Your total IRA gift(s) cannot exceed $100,000. • Your gift must be outright.

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“Donors could find it rewarding to make a gift in tier loved ones’ names.” — JudeAnne Hastings

Tribute gifts have become increasingly popular in recent year as donors seek ways to honor their loved ones. You can endow a named fund with Holy Cross College that stands in permanent tribute to a parent, spouse, or other beloved family member. The fund can be in your own name as well. You can designate the named fund to support a scholarship or a particular department or program. The IRA charitable rollover is one of the many ways you can fund a tribute gift. Please contact JudeAnne Hastings, Associate Vice President for Communication and Development at jhastings@hcc-nd.edu or 574-239-8372.

HOLY CROSS RANKED IN TOP 25

HOLY CROSS ranked in the TOP 25 Holy Cross College is excited to announce it’s ranked #23 among Best Regional Colleges–Midwest, #13 for Top Performers on Social Mobility, and #27 for Best Value Schools among Regional Colleges–Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. We were also ranked #1 for alumni giving among our peer institutions in the Midwest category. The rankings used by the U.S. News & World Report are based on widely-accepted indicators of excellence as first-year student retention, graduation rates, and faculty resources.

“Being named a top 25 Best Regional College in the Midwest, along with the other high rankings by the U.S. News & World Report, represents the hard work of so many for the last few years to increase the reputation of Holy Cross College. We are being noticed on a large scale with other top institutions, a testament to the stellar faculty, staff, trustees, and administration leading our efforts.” — College president Rev. David T. Tyson, C.S.C.

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NEW MINORS

NEW MINORS OFFER EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communication

Holy Cross College is excited to announce the creation of four new minors. Students are now able to minor in Public Health, Environmental Science, Computer Science, and Mathematics.

PUBLIC HEALTH MINOR Disease outbreaks in recent years have increased the importance of a strong public health system. In conjunction with our mission to educate global citizens with the competence to see and courage to act, Holy Cross College has implemented a public health minor. “The public health minor is a set of courses within the discipline that will complement almost any major at the college. The minor brings to the forefront various health issues affecting populations, such as infectious disease, environmental hazards, violence, and substance abuse, and how these health issues can be mitigated or prevented through science-based policies and procedures. Like all minors at Holy Cross College, there is a set of required courses that must be taken and a subset of elective courses needed to earn the minor,” said Rodney Robichaud, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Physical and Life Sciences and Assistant Professor of Biology.

PROGRAM ADVANTAGES AND GOALS Many benefits are available to undergraduates, including small classes (average class size is 14), internships to apply classroom teaching to real-world problems, and the ability to conduct research alongside the University of Notre Dame or Saint Mary’s College students. “Students will benefit from earning a minor in public health in a number of different ways. Successful completion of the public health minor will provide the foundation for students to pursue career opportunities in local, state, or federal public health departments, hospitals, and health care

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systems, non-profit organizations, or to

at Holy Cross wanting to enhance their

The minor can also enhance one’s ability

further their education in graduate or

major degree with the minor, because

to get into clinical careers and lead to

professional schools,” noted Robichaud.

under the broad spectrum of the field of

further education in graduate schools.

“A public health minor can also

public health, graduates with a business,

The public health field has many

strengthen a student’s preparation for

psychology, communications, as well as

prospective career pathways which are

clinical careers, as a physician, physician

biology major, can find ample

really focused on the health and

assistant, nurse, or mental health

employment within the field. Third,

wellbeing of various populations of

professional. Even if not used directly

besides offering potentially great career

people,” said Robichaud.

to follow one of the prementioned

opportunities, the public health minor

professions or career paths, the

strongly supports the College mission

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

multidisciplinary approach to public

and helps define our niche in the tri-

health will provide students with a

campus area, as neither the University

versatile skill set of enhanced

of Notre Dame nor Saint Mary’s College

communication abilities and teamwork

offers a public health minor,” continued

that will complement their major.”

Robichaud.

“There were several goals in creating

PRACTICAL APPLICATION

the public health minor for Holy Cross College. First, to make students aware of the great opportunities that exist within the field of public health. Often incoming students that want to work in the health field, will have a narrow vision of what career paths exist, pre-med, pre-nursing, for example. Public health offers tremendously diverse career opportunities where one can have a large impact on the health and wellbeing of many people. Second, the minor was created for any student

The public health minor prepares students to pursue a graduate degree or embark on a wide range of career options. “The public health minor will provide the foundation for further education and career opportunities within the field. Careers within public health can be at the local, state, and federal government levels, within private companies or hospitals, and non-profit organizations.

Global climate change, pollution, and plastic waste hurting our environment are in desperate need of advocates to help. To fill the demand, Holy Cross College has created an environmental science minor. “The environmental science minor is a set of courses within the discipline that will complement the biology major. Specifically, the minor investigates how humans interact with their natural world, defines environmental problems, and works to find solutions. Like all minors at Holy Cross College, there is a set of required courses that must be taken and a subset of elective courses needed to earn the minor,” said Rodney Robichaud, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Physical and Life Sciences and Assistant Professor of Biology.

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PROGRAM ADVANTAGES

PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Many benefits are available to

As a result of coursework, internship

undergraduates, including small classes

experience, and the opportunity to

(average class size is 14), internships to

conduct meaningful research, a student

apply classroom teaching to real-world

is prepared to pursue an advanced

problems, and the ability to conduct

degree or go to work immediately.

research alongside the University of Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s College students.

“A graduate with a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in environmental sciences can find employment as

“Students will benefit from the environmental science minor through a focused exploration of the minor’s topic area. The minor will help prepare a student majoring in biology for job opportunities within the broad spectrum of environmental sciences after graduation or to better prepare them for a deeper examination of the field in graduate school,” noted Robichaud.

park rangers, or research lab or field technicians for private or governmental labs,” noted Robichaud. “However, if the graduate decides to further their education within the field of environmental sciences in graduate or professional

projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. These opportunities will add about 531,200 new jobs. Demand for workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security. In courses ranging from computer

including becoming a conservation

security to principles of artificial

scientist, working in environmental law

The planet needs advocates that

specialized as a climatologist or

understand the challenges facing the

hydrologist, to name a few.”

COMPUTER SCIENCE Technology is a constantly growing

“Three main goals were in mind in

field of interest and study, and Holy

creating the environmental science

Cross College is staying current with a

minor. First, the creation of the minor

new computer science minor.

was to enrich the biology program here

information technology occupations is

professional opportunities are possible,

or engineering, or becoming more

confront those challenges head-on.

Statistics, employment in computer and

schools, a greater number of

MINOR GOALS environment, and are equipped to

intelligence to algorithm development, Holy Cross computer science minors hone their programming skills and learn to apply the latest technology to real-world problems. “Students in the computer science minor will learn about the theory behind computer science, including the mathematical basis, while also being able to apply practical skills using the

“The Holy Cross College computer

liberal arts philosophy to guide them

science minor through five courses,

and reduce bias,” said Cloud. “They

gives students the option to learn an

will have the knowledge to be able to

it was specifically designed for biology

introductory level of a broad array of

automate tasks through at least one

majors to broaden the program’s

topics in computer science and theory

language, but as well know how to use

curriculum and to offer one of a

or focus on a specific group of courses

artificial intelligence to enhance

growing number of focused areas of

including cybersecurity, artificial

their roles.”

study. Finally, the environmental

intelligence, data analytics, ethics,

science minor is one of many steps

and programming languages without

in the development of the Colleges

having to fully commit to a computer

biology program to define our specific

science major,” said Matthew Cloud,

‘niche’ and what we can uniquely offer

Professor of the Practice, Computer

“One, it allows students to add the

our students,” said Robichaud.

Science.

critical skills in computer science

at Holy Cross College. Second, though the environmental science minor can be earned by any students at Holy Cross,

environmental specialists or technicians,

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor

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Holy Cross College has three goals in creating a minor in the computer science field.

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“The mathematics minor provides science, social science, and business majors fundamental knowledge of the important concepts, techniques, and problem-solving methods of mathematics that are universal to physical laws and essential to

needed in any industry and provide

emerge as companies shake up their

for interesting combinations such as a

division of labor between humans and

biology major with a computer science

machines, translating into 58 million net

minor could go into the field of

new jobs being created by 2022. Not

bioinformatics. Another example is

everyone will need to create the AI tools

business students could focus on data

themselves, but millions will be needed

analytics by combining the computer

to use them effectively in an ethical

science minor. Two, students looking

manner, a major facet of being a Holy

to transfer to the University of Notre

Cross College student who will help lead

Dame or Saint Mary’s College would

that future,” said Cloud.

proficiency in problem-solving, and

MATHEMATICS

independently; and appreciation of

be able to transfer to the Data Science, Data Analytics and the Computer Science Engineering programs,” noted Cloud. “Finally, the minor is the first step in establishing a full computer science major which should be in place by Fall 2022 with an emphasis on data science, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Students who find interest in computer science through a minor will be able to

reasoning and analytic studies. Students will acquire precision and clarity in the oral and written communication of mathematical ideas; proficiency in the use of technology in mathematics; proficiency in abstract reasoning; acquaintance with the formulation and construction of proofs; modeling, both in groups and

From the algorithms that drive our

mathematical exploration and the

interactions online to the critical

advancement of mathematical

thinking that shapes many of our

knowledge,” said Arangno.

everyday decisions, mathematics is embedded in virtually everything we do. As a result, a mathematical mind is increasingly valuable in our global economy, regardless of which career

Through program studies, students acquire a conceptual understanding of differential and integral calculus through multivariable calculus, linear

path you choose.

algebra, differential equations, and an

degree in computer science or

“Mathematics is an important

complete a master’s in computer

cryptography, probability, graph theory,

foundational discipline for many fields

science, data science, or data

algebra, or real analysis.

of learning,” notes Deborah Arangno,

analytics quicker.”

Ph.D., Associate Professor of

easily continue towards a bachelor’s

“The computer science courses will be infused with artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity throughout. According to Cyberseek.org (sponsored by the National Security Agency), there is an overwhelming current need for people to enter the cybersecurity field. Forbes has projected there will be 58 million new jobs which are AI-enhanced jobs by

Mathematics and Mathematics Program Director. “Mathematics is the foundation of most academic and professional disciplines in a world that increasingly requires technical

area of specialization including

“Math students have gone on to pursue advanced degrees and thrive professionally in fields ranging from engineering, economics, and computer science, to mathematics, law, medicine, and the health sciences,” said Arangno.

competency. This includes most business activities, engineering disciplines, and sciences, as well as information technology and computer science.”

2022. The World Economic Forum

This minor provides benefits to

projects 133 million new roles may

several academic areas.

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