August 17, 2023

Dr. Ansel Nalin ’14, MD, Ph.D.

Radiation Oncology Resident, MD Anderson Major: CHEMISTRY Minor: THEOLOGY Though the completion of both a medical degree and doctorate already distinguishes Dr. Ansel Nalin ’14, MD, Ph.D. as exemplary in his field, he has further set himself apart with his award-winning cancer research and commitment to empowering others through relationship-centered service. After graduating summa cum…

August 17, 2023

Ashley Kyalwazi ’18

Medical and Health Policy Student, Harvard Medical School & Harvard Kennedy School  Major: NEUROSCIENCE AND BEHAVIOR Minor: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND VALUES Possessing a zeal for learning and passion for advancing social justice, Ashley Kyalwazi ’18 has made it her mission to use her platform to mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals from underrepresented backgrounds….

August 17, 2023

Bryan Dimas ’14

Line Producer, Development, Warner Bros. Animation & Cartoon Network Studios Majors: Film, Television & Theatre | Electrical Engineering A trailblazer in his own field of production, animation, and entertainment, Bryan Dimas ’14 carves out time and energy to make space for other underrepresented artists and filmmakers across the entertainment industry. As a Line Producer for…

August 17, 2023

Elizabeth Wood ’14

Senior Attorney, Immigration Intervention Project, Sanctuary for Families Major: PROGRAM OF LIBERAL STUDIES Supplemental Major: SPANISH Enacting positive change for her clients at an individual, community, and national level, Elizabeth Wood ’14 continues to fuel her passion for serving historically marginalized populations as a Senior Attorney with Sanctuary for Families’ Immigration Intervention Project. On any…

August 17, 2023

Garrett Blad ’15

Civic Engagement Director, Faith in Indiana Major: Sustainable Policy and Development Supplemental Major: Environmental Science Garret Blad ’15, though offered other opportunities across the world to fight climate change and engage in activism, chose to return to his home state of Indiana to ignite positive change in the community that raised him. Since graduating from…

August 17, 2023

Ihuoma Nwaogwugwu ’15, ’16

3D Printing Research Engineer, HP Inc. Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Design Both during and after her time at Notre Dame, Double Domer Ihuoma Nwaogwugwu ’15, ’16 has excelled in faith, service, learning, and work. Born in Benin City, Nigeria, but later moving to Marietta, Georgia, Nwaogwugwu arrived on campus as a Balfour-Hesburgh scholar, a Notre Dame program…

August 17, 2023

Kyle Witzigman ’16

Policy Manager, Amazon Major: Political Scirence Minors: Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Studies A transracial and international adoptee, Kyle Witzigman ’16 is building a life that engages both parts of his American and Vietnamese identity. Growing up in Springdale, Arkansas, Witzigman has navigated his Vietnamese heritage and southern Razorback roots. Since he was an undergraduate at Notre Dame,…

August 17, 2023

Lizzie Heilmann ’15

Epidemiology Fellow, Center for Disease Control Global Health Fellowship Program Major: Biological Sciences Taking to heart the call to serve those most in need across the world, Lizzie Heilmann ’15 has spent her early career promoting better access to public health services in African communities. Heilmann studied drug resistance in malaria parasites as an undergraduate…

August 17, 2023

Margaret McMahon ’17, ’20 M.Div.

Pastoral Associate, St. Francis Xavier Parish Majors: Accounting, Theology As a senior at Notre Dame, McMahon found herself studying the documents of the Second Vatican Council and was drawn to a particular phrase: “Thus … the laity consecrate the world itself to God.” After reading that line, she felt the Holy Spirit inspiring her to…

August 17, 2023

Melissa Riordan ’18

John S. McCain Strategic Defense Fellow, U.S. Department of Defense Major: IT Management While a student at Notre Dame, Melissa Riordan ’18 found herself pursuing experiences that planted the first seeds of a career in public service. After participating in a Student International Business Council (SIBC) consulting project with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and…