Stories

The mission of We Are ND is to bring to life the many stories of Domers doing good in the world. Since it was launched in 2018, We Are ND has told hundreds of stories of Notre Dame graduates who have dedicated their lives to improving others' through their work, faith, and philanthropic efforts.

Helping Immigrants Overcome Obstacles to Health Care

Jane Lee '09

Helping Immigrants Overcome Obstacles to Health Care

Alumna educates immigrants to improve their access to health care

Bringing Hope and Healing in Time of Crisis

Mark Price '76

Bringing Hope and Healing in Time of Crisis

Drawing on the experience of his family's loss, he counsels others affected by the opioid crisis

Providing Health Care to Underserved Adolescents

Dr. Mikey Maurer '11

Providing Health Care to Underserved Adolescents

Young alum strives to support uninsured and at-risk students

Helping Immigrants Find Justice

Mary Meg McCarthy ’80

Helping Immigrants Find Justice

Alumna leads organization that provides legal services

Doctor Brings Health Care to Prisons

Dr. John May ’84

Doctor Brings Health Care to Prisons

“I saw a need that I couldn’t turn away from”

With Holistic Approach, Educator Helps Students Thrive

Bonita Bradshaw ’77

With Holistic Approach, Educator Helps Students Thrive

Her school enables underprivileged students to access STEM education

Immigrant Peacebuilder Creates Dialogue in Her Community

Hudda Ibrahim ’15 M.A.

Immigrant Peacebuilder Creates Dialogue in Her Community

Drawing on her experience, she shows how diversity is a strength

Helping Communities Fight Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

Michael Macdonald ’77

Helping Communities Fight Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

His "science plus service" approach helps improve global health

Delivering Dachau’s Prisoners from Evil

Jack Sacco ’78

Delivering Dachau’s Prisoners from Evil

Author shares father’s inspiring and heart-rending WWII journey

Inspiring Students to Explore STEM

Marni Anbar ’91

Inspiring Students to Explore STEM

Educator teaches children to be curious, explore the world around them

Storytellers Share Their Faith with Children

Lisa Hendey ’85 and Eric Carlson ’19

Storytellers Share Their Faith with Children

Writer, illustrator team up to produce book

Surgeon Finds Joy In Teaching

Joe Meyer ’74

Surgeon Finds Joy In Teaching

Working with medical residents in operating room is deeply fulfilling

A Voice for Veterans

Jim Carlsen ’81 J.D.

A Voice for Veterans

Law School alum finds encore career “tremendously rewarding”

She Champions Sustainable Packaging

Nicole Juntunen ’99

She Champions Sustainable Packaging

Marketer promotes eco-friendly products

Building a More Just Church

Jemar Tisby ’02

Building a More Just Church

ND graduate confronts racism and promotes inclusiveness

A True Patriot and Statesman

Vicente “Ben” Blaz ’51

A True Patriot and Statesman

Marine base to be named in honor of ND grad

A Full Life

Joe Newman ’36

A Full Life

1936 ND graduate reflects on making a difference

Helping Families to Pay for Adoptions

Katie (Connell) Heaps ’06, ’08 M.Ed.

Helping Families to Pay for Adoptions

ND grad works for nonprofit that assists families

Promoting Inclusive Independence

Kevin Urtz ’77

Promoting Inclusive Independence

Nonprofit leader helps clients with developmental disabilities

He Works to Empower Foster Children

Frankie Wamsley ’17

He Works to Empower Foster Children

Young alum looks to keep kids from falling through the cracks

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