August 30, 2024

Alex Sejdinaj ’15

Co-Founder of South Bend Code School, Code Works, and GiveGrove Major: English Dedicated to democratizing access to technology education and empowering individuals and businesses Early on, Alex Sejdinaj ’15 recognized the limitations in technology access and taught herself how to code. During her senior year at Notre Dame, she co-founded the South Bend Code School…

August 30, 2024

Andrew Petrisin ’16

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multimodal Freight at the U.S. Department of Transportation Major: Civil Engineering Striving to make the country’s supply chain more efficient and resilient Andrew Petrisin ’16, creator of the federal Department of Transportation’s landmark supply chain data-sharing program, was promoted to Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multimodal Freight earlier this summer. He is…

August 30, 2024

Daniel Passon ’16

Staff Attorney, DC Affordable Law Firm Major: Political Science Advocating for access to justice for marginalized communities An accident on the night of his Notre Dame graduation in 2016 almost derailed Daniel Passon’s dream of becoming a legal aid attorney. He sustained a concussion that activated POTS, a chronic fainting disorder, and uncovered an arrythmia….

August 30, 2024

Dash Holland ’17, ’21 M.Ed.

Upper Grade Teacher, Holy Family School Major: Political Science and Economics Preparing low-income students and families emotionally, spiritually, and socially for the future William “Dash” Holland ’17, ’21 M.Ed. began his journey toward teaching in India. While training for his first job in consulting, he wondered if his chosen profession could become a career. Holland…

August 30, 2024

Demetrius Murphy ’15

Ph.D. Candidate in Sociology at the University of Southern California Major: Management Consulting and Africana Studies Committed to advancing dignity and human flourishing An ongoing devotion to examining race, ethnicity, culture, mental health, and cities consumes the days of Demetrius Murphy ’15. as a Ph.D. candidate in sociology at the University of Southern California, Murphy…

August 30, 2024

Erich Kerekes ’15

Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder, Hallow Major: Computer Science Providing spiritual support to millions Erich Kerekes ’15 is the CTO and co-founder of Hallow, a Catholic app offering resources on prayer, meditation, music, the Bible, and sleep. He coded the application and currently leads all of the product, tech, design, and analytics for the company….

August 30, 2024

Maj. Jordan Hoover ’14

T-38 Instructor Pilot, 469th Flying Training Squadron, United States Air Force Major: Aerospace Engineering Serving the nation in the air and his community on the ground Major Jordan “BIFF” Hoover ’14 has been serving God, Country, and Notre Dame since he set foot on campus in 2010. He enrolled as an Air Force ROTC cadet,…

August 30, 2024

Lauren Joseph ’23 EMNA

Junior Program Officer, The Leon Levine Foundation Advancing programs and organizations that improve the human condition Lauren Joseph ’23 is a philanthropic nonprofit professional who has dedicated her work and life to the service of others. At The Leon Levine Foundation, a Charlotte-based organization that invests in nonprofits across North Carolina and South Carolina, Joseph…

August 30, 2024

Dr. Mark Brahier ’16

Internal Medicine Resident, Duke University Hospital Major: Biology Rising above and beyond clinical expertise to provide compassionate healthcare As an internal medicine resident at Duke University Hospital, Dr. Mark Brahier ’16 is redefining what it means to provide compassionate care, combining his Catholic faith with his medical expertise to enhance the patient experience. During his…

August 30, 2024

Mike McGlinchey ’17

Offensive Tackle, Denver Broncos Major: Film, Television, and Theatre Celebrating autistic individuals and advocating for their rights and needs Mike McGlinchey ’17, now entering his seventh NFL season, may be most known for his success on a football field. Off it, he’s a tireless advocate for people with autism and special needs, a passion born…