Continuing the Tradition of Excellence
The great strength of Notre Dame College is and always has been its people.
From the Sisters of Notre Dame who traveled from Coesfeld, Germany, to establish the institution in 1922 to the students, faculty, staff, alumni, administrators, trustees and friends who have helped shape the College since, Notre Dame is a connection of hearts and minds, a kinship of character and mission.
An idea born of the stories published throughout the 90th anniversary year of the College, the celebration of the many inspirational people who have made Notre Dame a better place continues.
Each of the members of the Notre Dame family profiled here makes─be it past, present or future─a difference on campus, in his or her community and beyond by teaching and learning not only how to make a good living but how to live a good life.
These stories feature just some of the many people of spirit and service at Notre Dame who live and advance the College’s calling to personal, professional and global responsibility.
The listing of these articles is in no way a ranking of individuals by importance or stature, as new stories will be added periodically.
John Betchkal: Enlightened and Enlightening Service
Sr. Mary Ann Baran ’72: Connecting Others Through the Goodness of God
Anthony “Tony” Zupancic: Educator, Mentor and Friend
Tom Meeks: Maintaining the Mission
Bernard Muhle: Taking Care of Campus
Frank Romano: Coaching Wrestling and the Whole Person
Tina DiBacco Jurcisin ’85: A Lifelong Learner
James Sennett: Reflection and Service
John J. Dwyer: A Champion of Private Education
Sr. Madonna C. Kolbenschlag: A Visionary for Women’s Rights
Sarah Rak: Following Her Heart
Therese Buettner Hummer ’46: A Devoted Supporter
A Pioneering Duo: Eleanor Malburg ’84 and Fran Babic
Sr. Carol Ziegler, SND: Carrying the Mission Forward
Jeanne Christian: Helping Students Reach their Full Potential
Sr. Mary Cesarie Miday, SND ’31: The French Voice of Notre Dame
The Founders: Mother Mary Evarista Harks, Sr. Mary Agnes Bosche and Sr. Mary Odila Miller
Roslyn Scheer-McLeod: A Transformative Presence
Michael “Mac” McBride: Building a Program of Excellence
Sr. Helen Burdenski ’62: In the Business of Making a Difference
Joan McCarthy: Outstanding Leadership & Fidelity
Sr. Mary LeRoy Finn ’40: Inspiration Through Enthusiasm
Angela Schiebel ’40: Defying the Odds
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Brown Syed: Out in Front
Rachel Morris: Inspired by the Mission
Karen Zoller: A Resource for Students
Sr. Mary Marthe Reinhard ’52: A Leader Educating Leaders
Sr. Mary Cleophas Garvin: Living His Gospel
Jameka Windham ’99: At Home at Notre Dame
Stella Corbett Hetzer ’59: The Ultimate in Faithfulness
Beth Ford ’00: Admissions with Heart
Sr. Mary Luke Arntz ’35: The Passionate Teacher
Sr. Mary Inez McHugh: A Notre Dame Woman
Frances Burger Noetzel ’41: Charitable Sounds
Helen Foose Petersen ’38: Believing in Notre Dame
Sr. Eileen Quinlan ’74: Teaching Social Justice
Christopher Bastijanic: An Inspiration
Marilyn Cunin: On a Path of Service
Reverend Anthony M. Pilla: Living in His Love
Barbara Herzog Patterson ’56: A Giving Soul
Keith Cavey: Serving Country & Fellow Students
Sr. Mary Louise Trivison, SND ’50: A Peacemaker & Educator
Rita Brady Kiefer ’53: Quinnie: Curious, Devoted, Indomitable
