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.

Strengthening His Community Amid Crisis and Loss

Despite a devastating loss, Global Health alum uses his passion for service to strengthen his community.

Erin Clarke '08

Making Healthy Eating Accessible — and Delicious

Alumna uses platform to make healthy eating accessible, affordable, and delicious.

Laura and Steve Brown '95

Building A Catholic Worker Community in Charlottesville

Couple has dedicated themselves to offering affordable housing and a stable community at their Catholic Worker urban homestead in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Tom Lillig '95

What’s Within You

Drive to break barriers motivates alum in nonprofit work to "unleash the potential of the human spirit."

Alex Sejdinaj '15

Using Code to Expand Educational and Career Opportunities

Alumna makes technology education more accessible at South Bend Code School.

Rudy Monterrosa '01 J.D.

Fighting for Asylum Seekers in the Legal System

Law School alum and adjunct professor practices immigration law and provides pro bono assistance to asylum seekers in Texas.

Jeanette Shakalli ’07

Making Math Education Fun and Accessible in Latin America

"I want people to continue to discover the beauty and the richness of mathematics. And in this way, we can improve math education in Panama and in the world.”

Dorene Dominguez '85

Dreaming to Uplift Underserved Students

Alum uplifts students in under-resourced schools in memory of her late father.

More Stories of the ND Family Doing Good

Be The Light: Volume 6

Members of the Notre Dame family continue to devote their talents, time, and resources to bring an end to the COVID-19 pandemic and support the ill, at-risk, and vulnerable in numerous ways.

Alex Jones '15

Catholic Meditation? There's an App for That

A team of alums have taken the popular meditation app model and given it a Catholic flavor.

Paul ’80 and Cindy ’81 Stark

Changing the World, One Child at a Time

Husband and wife alums pursue their vocation through fostering and adoption.

ND Alumni Fighting to End the Global Pandemic

Be The Light: Volume 5

Members of the ND family continue to support and serve the ill and vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Laura Kelly Fanucci '03

The Binds That Tie: On Motherhood and Social Distancing

Alumna reflects on motherhood and friendship in the time of coronavirus.

Laura Spiegel '02

Redefining Support for Parents of Children with Chronic Illness

Alumna creates a virtual community for families of children with special health care needs.

ND Family Doing Good During The Pandemic

Be The Light: Volume 4

Notre Dame alumni, parents, and friends continue to be forces for good in the fight to end the COVID-19 pandemic and support the vulnerable during this challenging moment in time.