Vicente “Ben” Blaz ’51
Stories
Joe Newman ’36
A Full Life
1936 ND graduate reflects on making a difference
Katie (Connell) Heaps ’06, ’08 M.Ed.
Helping Families to Pay for Adoptions
ND grad works for nonprofit that assists families
Frankie Wamsley ’17
He Works to Empower Foster Children
Young alum looks to keep kids from falling through the cracks
Annie (Manuszak) Johnson ’01
She Embraced a Family Tradition of Adoption
“We’re the lucky ones,” mom says of experience
Elisabeth (Heard) Greer ’95
Chicago Mom Saved Children’s School from Closing
“David and Goliath” fight inspired activism for racial equity
Roberto Larios '10
Empowering Diverse Voices in Hollywood
FTT alum helps agency represent Latino voices in entertainment
Susan Jackson ’86
Sustainable Seafood Advocate Builds Opportunities for People
She sees how a healthy marine ecosystem provides food, jobs
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Scott Buchanan ’79
Helping Newtown Heal after Sandy Hook
Local resident draws on business expertise to support counseling nonprofit
Joe Krug ’59
Dayton Alumni Group Funds Good Works across the Community
Alum has led organization to grow and contribute
Will McGrath ’02 and Ellen Block ’02
In HIV-Ravaged Lesotho, Learning and Giving Back
Their work has focused on research and writing
Melanie Richardson ’93
Creating Learning Environments That Help Children Succeed
Her nonprofit helps fill crucial need for early childhood development
Dr. Lawrence Lenke ’82
World-Renowned Spinal Surgeon Saves and Changes Lives
Doctor prepares exhaustively for challenging surgeries
Isaac Garcia ’08, ’10 M.A.
Storyteller Brings Digital Savvy to Sharing Vocations
ND alum draws on faith and technical expertise to support the church he loves
Ginny Mikita ’91 J.D.
Children Flee Violence. She Helps Them Navigate A New Life.
ND lawyer represents immigrant and refugee children
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