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.

D.J. Reyes '79

Bringing Support and Treatment to Veterans in Need

Alum serves as an advocate for fellow veterans in Tampa's Veterans Treatment Court.

Dr. Robert Winn '87

Breaking Barriers in Cancer Care and Community-Building

As the first Black leader of a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, alum prioritizes patient care and community-building.

Patter Birsic '77

Improving Outcomes for Pancreatic Cancer and Pancreatitis Patients

Alumna harnesses loss into action to serve patients facing pancreatic illnesses.

Bob Solis '84

Welcoming Children with Open Arms

Alum offers family to children orphaned by AIDS in South Africa

Kate Turner '12

Advancing Equity at the Intersection of Technology and Policy

Alumna devotes research to improving socio-technical systems — making anything from public transit to nuclear power more equitable.

John Gallo '83

Representing the Least Among Us

Alum spends his second act representing the poor and underserved as head of Legal Aid Chicago.

Kellen Lewis '09

Embracing Identity Through Art

Alum Kellen Lewis ’09 uses art to communicate his identity and create representation.

John Kouris '96

Keeping His Captain's Memory Alive

More than 20 years after Demetrius DuBose '93 was shot and killed by police, former teammate John Kouris '96 seeks to keep is memory alive in new documentary film.

Ben Finley '60

Building A Brotherhood on the Slopes

After a lifetime creating opportunities for Black skiers, Ben Finley '60 is set to enter the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame.

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.

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