Alpha Sigma Nu Magazine Issue # 4

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MEET THE NEW A ∑ N EVOLUTION OF A ∑ N BOARD MEMBERS FROM 2002-2022 Pictured are 30 Years of Alpha Sigma Nu Leadership: Kate Gaertner, Peg Fennig, and Clara Dwyer

The Honor Society of Jesuit Colleges and Universities

12 SERVING ALUMNI

The goal is to take advantage as much as possible of the enormous potential for collaboration and solidarity that exists in the universities that form this network.

—SUPERIOR GENERAL ARTURO SOSA ABASCAL, SJ

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ALPHA SIGMA NU

of Alpha Sigma Nu, I have the

experience can also contribute to

honor to share your pursuit

the richness of our organization.

of intellectual development,

This possibility is what makes

deepening Ignatian spirituality,

me most excited to be in this

and service to others. I am

role; I have the privilege of

thrilled to be part of this

learning what gets you up every

community of collaborators who

morning, and what impact you

share a commitment to Jesuit

are making in the world.

education and desire to advance the mission and vision of Alpha Sigma Nu.

At Santa Clara I was given the prayer, Patient Trust, by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, SJ. As we

In the time that I accepted

continue to face challenging

this position in May and began

times as a society, I hope you will

the day-to-day in June, I was

pray with me (see back cover).

reminded of the work that we, as a society, must continue to do as concerned, compassionate, Jesuit-educated citizens. The terrors of war, mass shootings,

W

and brutal acts of hate plague hen I talk about the impact my experiences in Jesuit education have

had on my life, in some ways, it can be difficult to explain; it is both so tangible yet elusive.

READ CLARA'S FULL BIO:

The four undergraduate years at Santa Clara afforded me a

our world, our country, our psyches. My personal fear is my own desensitization, paralysis to act, and simultaneously not allowing myself to feel hopeful.

I am challenged by and wrestle with the question of our greater purpose and the purpose of God.

transformative, high quality

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In this issue 04

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MEET THE NEW A ∑ N EVOLUTION OF A ∑ N BOARD MEMBERS FROM 2002-2022 Pictured are 30 Years of Alpha Sigma Nu Leadership: Kate Gaertner, Peg Fennig, and Clara Dwyer

The Honor Society of Jesuit Colleges and Universities

12 SERVING ALUMNI

The goal is to take advantage as much as possible of the enormous potential for collaboration and solidarity that exists in the universities that form this network.

—SUPERIOR GENERAL ARTURO SOSA ABASCAL, SJ

college experience that prepared

I trust there is something bigger

me to do vocational work

than us at play. I am grateful to

at Chicago Jesuit Academy,

continue the good and diligent

then in Student Affairs at

work that Kate Gaertner has

Marquette. These roles gave

dedicated to Alpha Sigma Nu,

me the opportunity to examine

and in doing so, the opportunity

the meaning and presence

to know your purpose, the Spirit

of God in all things. Now,

that lives in each of you, and

serving as Executive Director

how your Jesuit educational

ON THE COVER From left to right: Former A∑N Executive Directors Kate Gaertner (Marquette ’04) and Peg Fennig (Marquette ’51) with Executive Director, Clara Dwyer (Marquette ’19)

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I look forward to walking reflectively with you. Please remember your membership in Alpha Sigma Nu is an invitation to partner with us in advancing the tenets of scholarship, loyalty, and service. I personally invite you to become more engaged and to ask questions as we discern towards greater meaning and to see God in all things.

With gratitude,

Clara

Clara Dwyer, Marquette ’19 Executive Director of A∑N

IN THIS ISSUE

Issue 04 / 2022

Contents Evolution of Alpha Sigma Nu Outgoing Executive Director, Kate Gaertner, reflects on the changes of the Alpha Sigma Nu organization from 2002-2022.

04 Meet the New Alpha Sigma Board Members

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Read the bios of A∑N’s four

Advancing the Meet the New Universal Apostolic Young Alumni Preferences through Advisory Council the A∑N Network Introducing the new cohort

new board members

Longstanding A∑N partners provide

of the A∑N Young Alumni

their insights on utilizing the A∑N

Advisory Council

12 Serving Alumni Alpha Sigma Nu serves alumni in evolving ways

network in furthering the UAP’s

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CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

MAGIS MEDAL AWARDS

Announcing the

Read about the 2022

2021–2022 winners

Magis Medal recipients

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UPDATES FROM ALPHA SIGMA NU

Meet the New Alpha Sigma Nu Board Members Last October we welcomed four new members to our Board of Directors to begin their six-year term.

Richard Lindquist, CFA

Jennifer Lorentz, JD

Boston College ’81

Marquette ’17

Richard is a Managing Director at Morgan

Jennifer currently serves as in-house counsel to

Stanley Investment Management and the lead

Mastercard in New York where she advises globally

Portfolio Manager on the High Yield team. He joined the firm in 2011

on regulatory issues around the use of crypto, blockchain and other novel

and has 39 years of investment experience. Prior to joining Morgan

technologies in financial services. One of the main draws to working for

Stanley, Richard was a managing director and co-head of U.S. High

a company like Mastercard is its commitment to human decency and

Yield at Guggenheim Partners responsible for portfolio management,

“doing well by doing good.” Previously, Jennifer advised Mastercard and

asset gathering, client service, and overseeing all high yield trading.

other public companies globally on cybersecurity, privacy, data protection,

Previously, he was a managing director and head of the U.S. and

antitrust and international trade laws across a range of industries. Jennifer

Global High Yield Fixed Income team responsible for managing the

graduated from Marquette University with bachelor's degrees in Political

firm’s high yield assets for pension funds, mutual funds, and insurance

Science and French, as well as a master's degree in International Affairs. Her

companies, as well as global marketing the strategy and servicing

studies at Marquette instilled in her a deep sense of community and desire

existing high yield clients at both HSBC Halbis Partners (HSBC Global

to improve society, which led Jennifer to pursue her law degree at Indiana

Asset Management) and Credit Suisse Asset Management. Richard

University in Bloomington. While at Marquette, Jennifer served as President

holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Boston College and an MBA.

of Marquette's Student Chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu and had the pleasure of

in finance from the University of Chicago. “I have always been very

working at the A∑N national office alongside the former Executive Director,

appreciative of the Jesuit education that I received at Boston College

Kate Gaertner. Jennifer has participated in several alumni chapter events

and the many lifelong benefits that it has bestowed.

over the years in St. Louis, Milwaukee, and New York, and is excited to now serve as a member of the board.

When I was approached about joining the Alpha Sigma Nu Board I was simultaneously honored and pleased that I could give back to the community that I admired and that has given me so much.”

Francisco de Borja Martin Garrido, PhD Loyola Andalucía ’16 Bennie D. Williams

Francisco de Borja Martín Garrido is Director of

Le Moyne ’19

International Relations at Universidad Loyola Andalucía.

Reporting to ULA President, Borja has contributed to the founding process

Bennie D. Williams currently serves as the

of the first southern Spain private non-profit university. He works directing

Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Multicultural Student

and facilitating global strategic partnerships in this Jesuit higher education

Center at Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. Prior to this, for seven

institution. He is also part of the steering committee of International

years he worked at Le Moyne College in a variety of roles and ended

Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) and chair of Magis Exchange. He

his tenure there as the Director of Inclusive Excellence and Global

joined this vibrant project after eight years working in international trade at

Education. Bennie holds a bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education

Williams and Humbert. He is Director of Extenda Chair in Internationalisation

and a master’s degree in College Student Personnel Administration

at Loyola Andalucía. Borja is part of the Leadership of European Association

from Canisius College. Bennie shares, “I am honored and humbled

of International Education (EAIE), and serves at the Conference Program

to have the opportunity to serve as a board member for Alpha Sigma

Committee. He holds bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration, a

Nu. I believe firmly in the value of education and see how a Jesuit

master's degree in International Trade, and is a registered lawyer in Spain. He

education is what is desperately needed in this world. I look forward to

also holds an International PhD in Economics from Universidad de Córdoba,

using my skills and knowledge to enhance the goals of A∑N.”

Spain with a research stay at Loyola Marymount University.

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VOICES

ADVANCING THE UNIVERSAL APOSTOLIC PREFERENCES THROUGH THE A∑N NETWORK

CHRISTOPHER KERR (John Carroll ’04)

MICHAEL A. WILLIAMS, SJ (Spring Hill ’01)

DEANNA HOWES SPIRO (Fordham ’17)

Executive Director, Ignatian Spirituality Network

Alpha Sigma Nu Board Adviser and Spring Hill College Chapter Adviser

SE E K I NG TO I N S P IRE “A

W H EN I BE CAME C H AP T E R

Alpha Sigma Nu Board Member and VP of Communications, Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities

LI FE T I M E PUR S U IT” of Jesuit

A DV ISE R at Spring Hill College 21

OV E R T H E PAST FI FT EEN

mission has motivated A∑N to evolve

years ago, Alpha Sigma Nu was an

Y E ARS, I have had the honor and joy

and collaborate with partners throughout

honor society that inducted the best

of collaborating with Kate Gaertner

the Jesuit network. Partnerships with

and brightest students who exemplified

through my work at the Association of

Association of Jesuit Colleges and

its core values of scholarship, service,

Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU).

Universities (AJCU), Jesuit Friends and

and loyalty. Then something happened.

I have always felt a particular affinity for

Alumni Network (JFAN), the Ignatian

Guided by the Holy Spirit, as I

Alpha Sigma Nu as a fellow tiny Jesuit

Solidarity Network (ISN), and many

firmly believe, A∑N embarked on a

organization with a big and bold mission!

others have created opportunities for

discernment process that has resulted in

current student A∑N members as

a renewed vision of its primary identity

When Jesuit Superior General Arturo

well as alumni of all ages to deepen

and mission within The Society of Jesus.

Sosa, SJ issued the Universal Apostolic

their commitment to spiritual growth,

A∑N grew to understand that its primary

Preferences in 2019, Kate immediately

intellectual understanding, and service

purpose was formation-the deepening

saw to it to that students, alumni, faculty

through community engagement and

of Ignatian spirituality in its members

and staff were made aware of their

action for justice. Examples include

to prepare them for their lifetime role

importance and how A∑N could help

student members who annually attend

as active collaborators with The Society

to incorporate them into their studies

the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice,

of Jesus in its mission of service to faith

and work. When the International

ISN’s national social justice conference

and promotion of justice. To that end, I

Association of Jesuit Universities was

in Washington, D.C., to learn, network,

assisted in the revision of the induction

founded in 2018, Kate made sure that

educate, and advocate for justice. And

ritual to stress Ignatian vision and values,

all A∑N members learned of its

in local communities, A∑N alumni

so that this became more of a missioning

existence and potential as a collaborator

members network and grow in their

ceremony than simply the honoring of

in mission.

understanding of Jesuit values through

student achievements. A∑N has created

participation and leadership of JFAN

alumni clubs to continue the spiritual

chapters that convene the Ignatian

formation and enrichment of its alumni

community for educational and social

members as active collaborators in the

events. The continuity of Jesuit values

Jesuit mission. A∑N has also embarked

over the course of A∑N members' lives

on the creation of international chapters

aligns with the broader vision of Ignatian

– a global network of apostolically

spirituality and pedagogy, as well as

dedicated and active students united

the Universal Apostolic Preferences.

in mission. A∑N has continued to

She has made a tremendous impact on

These invite members and all people of

reflect upon its evolving identity and

Jesuit higher education in upholding the

goodwill to continuously reflect on their

mission with Jesuit higher education.

Universal Apostolic Preferences and the

experiences, find the presence of God's

The organization has indeed become a

work of the Jesuit mission.

love, and discern how to act to build a

dynamic fellowship of lifetime leaders

more just and loving world.

imbued with Ignatian vision and values.

Kate’s innate understanding of Ignatian spirituality naturally complemented her skills and talents as executive director of Alpha Sigma Nu.

FEATURE

Evolution of 2002 – 2022

KATE GAERTNER (Marquette ’04) Former Executive Director, Alpha Sigma Nu (2004–2022)

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Alpha Sigma Nu 34th Triennial Conference 2018, Seattle University

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N M AY 1 , A F TER TWO D ECA D ES, I completed my time as Executive Director of Alpha Sigma

the students and student organizations.”

Fr. Danihy urged the students, “To band together those alumni who most fully

Nu. It is with the deepest gratitude that I

understand and appreciate the ideals of a

thank you, the Alpha Sigma Nu members, for

Jesuit education and to impress these ideals

the opportunity and privilege to lead A∑N

upon their fellow men.” With this dictate,

and to foster both the Alpha Sigma Nu and

the inaugural class of A∑N members, as well

Jesuit missions.

as those inducted over the next 75 years, saw the call to service and mission as specifically,

These past 20 years have seen great

but understandably home-campus focused.

changes in our honor society. And while I am humbled and grateful to those inclined

While this approach aligned with the

to lay the credit for A∑N’s progress at my

times, as the U.S. Jesuit universities

doorstep, in truth, a number of key factors

united under the Association of Jesuit

have contributed to the evolution of Alpha

Colleges and Universities (AJCU) flag and

Sigma Nu. Thus, with a nod toward true

communication improved between the

Jesuit reflection, I would like to briefly

Curia, provinces and university leaders,

illuminate several of these perhaps less-seen

the Jesuit higher education mission

indicators of progress for our honor society.

became more clearly defined, broader, and

Jesuit Higher Education Mission Focus In 1915, Alpha Sigma Nu founder John Danihy, SJ (Marquette 1915), informed the first inductees they were chosen based

more intentionally communicated and promoted. In 2000, Santa Clara University hosted the conference, “Commitment to Justice in Jesuit Higher Education,” where then Superior General Peter-Hans Kolvenbach, SJ (Marquette ’86), offered the now historic keynote address entitled,

not solely on their academic record, but

“The Service of Faith and the Promotion

because they best exemplified a dedication

of Justice in American Jesuit Higher

to scholarship in the search for truth, loyalty

Education.” Fr. Kolvenbach's address

to the cause of Jesuit education, and service

marked a renewed commitment to justice

in promoting “all the various activities of

and inspired a more intentional focus on

the University and all laudable activities of

mission at the U.S. Jesuit colleges and

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universities when he challenged, “The real

feel today, that A∑N as the Jesuit honor

measure of our Jesuit universities lies in who

society must contribute to the Jesuit mission

our students become...and the adult Christian

as part of pursuing its own.

responsibility they will exercise in the future towards their neighbors and their world.”

As one of Jesuit higher education’s only cross-

At the 2010 meeting of Jesuit College and

institution student and alumni organizations,

University presidents, Father Kolvenbach’s

and one possessing a member database,

successor, Adolfo Nicolas, SJ (Marquette

Father Nicolas’ call to harness the power of

1915), took this challenge one step further

the Jesuit network to serve the marginalized

when, citing the power of the network, he

broadened the A∑N Board and staff views of

called for international collaborations among

how A∑N could create a member network to

the nearly 189 Jesuit colleges and universities.

serve the A∑N and Jesuit missions.

For Alpha Sigma Nu, this was a time of self-

In 2019, when I read of Father General

reflection. Considering Father Kolvenbach’s

Arturo Sosa’s presentation of the Universal

message, what does the A∑N tenet “loyalty

Apostolic Preferences, I was struck by how

to the Jesuit ideals” ask of members? At the

they strongly connect to the A∑N values and

time of his address, A∑N had articulated a

how much they would resonate with both

purpose, but not a mission. Beyond bestowing

our alumni and student members. After the

the honor of induction, what was the mission

discernment of over 16,000 Jesuits and Jesuit

of A∑N? The A∑N Board responded, coming

mission partners, these preferences are a

together to write a mission statement and

guide to the Society of Jesus’s apostolic work

committing itself to review that statement

for the next ten years:

the Church and world, so must Alpha Sigma

• S H OW I N G T H E WAY TO GO D: Show

A∑N’s work, both with students and alumni,

at each future Triennial Conference. Alpha Sigma Nu is the Jesuit honor society; the Jesuits do not share that name easily. What

the way to God through the Spiritual

responsibility, indeed calling, must A∑N

Exercises and discernment

answer if we are to call ourselves Jesuit? As Executive Director, I felt, and continue to

• WA L KI N G W I T H T H E E XC LU DE D: Walk with the poor, the outcasts of the

A∑N Faculty Adviser Conference: James Voiss, SJ, Peg Fennig, and Kate Gaertner world, those whose dignity has been violated, in a mission of reconciliation and justice • JO U RN E Y I N G W I T H YOUTH: Accompany young people in the creation of a hope-filled future • CARI N G FO R O U R COMMON H O ME : Collaborate, with Gospel depth, for the protection and renewal of God’s Creation As the mission of the Jesuits, and more specifically the mission of the Jesuit higher education apostolate, adapts to the needs of Nu respond to the call of the Father General. has included encouraging student chapters to address the Preferences in their programs, creating alumni programs on Preferences themes, and sharing opportunities from our Ignatian and Jesuit partner organizations focused on the Preferences.

Technology The year is 2002. Jerris Leonard (Marquette ’55) and future A∑N Board President David Ralston (Georgetown ’76) have contacted the Central Office about starting an alumni club in Washington, D.C. The Office sends a paper mailing to all members in the D.C. metro area. The A∑N office agrees to send out one all-D.C.-member mailing per year due to cost. Separately, the Georgetown A∑N adviser and chapter e-board have their own program plan for the year.

Flashforward, the year is 2022. Washington D.C. A∑N alumni are informed of the Alumni Club’s annual lecture via targeted emails.

Universidad del Pacífico Induction Ceremony 2022: Cecilia Montes Corazao and Kate Gaertner

IAJU 2022 Assembly: Juan Galera Calleja, Clara Dwyer, Kate Gaertner, and Elena Pérez Velasco

Club president Jack Landers (Rockhurst

• Monthly video conferences for chapter

’62) connects to Georgetown’s A∑N student

presidents provide a platform for A∑N

leaders and advisers via email. Student

program brainstorming, sharing best

leaders share the details of these events on

practices, and building a community of

their monthly chapter presidents Zoom

student leaders from four continents

meetings as well as on social media. In addition, the A∑N staff shares news of D.C. area Jesuit and Ignatian opportunities with area members via emails and on social media.

The juxtaposition of the two scenarios above, in just a single alumni community, beautifully demonstrates the advances in technology that have made such a difference to Alpha Sigma Nu’s mission. Social media, video conference capabilities, targeted e-mails, and improved websites…we use them all to communicate with members and to connect them to each other. A∑N now has the capability to reach members inducted in the United States, Canada, South Korea, Spain, and Peru and who live and

• Alpha Sigma Nu uses the A∑N member database and website to share opportunities and resources from our Jesuit and Ignatian collaborators including the Jesuit provinces, Ignatian Solidarity Network, IgnatianSpirituality.com, Jesuit Refugee Service, the Jesuit East Office of Ignatian Spirituality, Jesuit Volunteer Corps, Ignatian Volunteer Corps, Ignatian Associates, Contemplative Leaders, and the Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network • Advances in technology make

donors and strong induction numbers mean consistent revenue for the honor society.

In addition, growth of A∑N’s investments has made a significant impact on A∑N’s confidence and capacity. Thanks to sound guidance from the A∑N Investment contribute a revenue stream that supports

affordable, frequent, and effective

leadership summits for student chapter

• Connections between A∑N and university officers strengthen the role and stature of

mission:

A∑N on campuses

• Interactive programs for students address

financial standing. Our generous member

Asia, South America, and Europe more

of the ways A∑N uses technology to advance

education, the Church, and the world

Thankfully, Alpha Sigma Nu is in strong

Committee, the honor society’s funds now

leaders, presidents, provosts, and mission

discussing current topics in Jesuit higher

Alpha Sigma Nu Resources

communication with our chapters in

work all over the world. Here are just some

• Alumni focused webinars feature speakers

Thanks to this progress, the Alpha Sigma Nu network truly can connect all of us working to promote scholarship, loyalty, and service.

I must admit I got a little emotional on the first chapter presidents video conference where we had the chapter presidents from the US chapters, from Sogang University, Campion College, Universidad Loyola

officers, technology tools as listed above, scholarships for each A∑N chapter, grants for both student chapter and alumni programming, and production of this very magazine. We have also been able to bolster marketing efforts on campus by improving print pieces, social media posts, and A∑N merchandise, answering the question, “Alpha Sigma Who?”

career networking, the skill set of the

Andalucia, and Universidad del Pacifico, all

Investment in staff contributes mightily to

Jesuit educated, Ignatian spirituality, and

discussing their A∑N programs.

the growth of A∑N’s influence and impact.

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Craine, and Sarah’s predecessors Kristina Tadeo (Marquette ’15) and Mary Wacker (Marquette ’08). These fine women have dedicated their talents, skills, gifts, and commitment to A∑N and our honor society is far better for it.

Going Forward Alpha Sigma Nu’s growth and evolution comes at a critical time in Jesuit higher education. In the past three years, 60% of U.S. Jesuit university presidents have turned over, and many of the new presidents are lay persons. While their influence and presence are so important, the numbers of Jesuits on campuses are diminishing. More and more, the mission of Jesuit higher education rests on the shoulders of committed, mission Universidad Loyola Andalucía Induction Ceremony 2016 A∑N is now a staff of three full time

Their time and dedication translate to

professionals committed to the mission of

meaningful, mission-focused, and topical

A∑N and to executing the A∑N vision.

programming for students and alumni.

This translates to stronger support and connection to our student members, to alumni members, and to our Ignatian and Jesuit collaborators.

I want to thank especially the Board and Staff of Alpha Sigma Nu, 2002-2022. Thanks to their strong leadership, wisdom, mission focus, and generosity, Board Presidents

focused, Ignatius-inspired lay colleagues.

In this regard, Alpha Sigma Nu plays three important roles: • Chapters on campuses reinforce the values of Jesuit higher education and strengthen the Jesuit identity on campus • Alpha Sigma Nu provides a model to which Jesuit university students can aspire • Alpha Sigma Nu shares resources to

What I will miss most about this job is the

Mark Kadzielski (John Carroll ’67),

people I have met and the mission we serve

David Ralston (Georgetown ’76), Becky

together. Not only have the over 500 student

Cates (Gonzaga ’81), Patrick Cain

leaders inspired and energized me, they

(Loyola Marymount ’78), Kerry Dziubek

give me great hope. As I have attended over

(Marquette ’90), Tom Nolan (Saint Louis

100 inductions, I have often wished I could

’01), and Sean Michaelson, SJ (U. of San

share with you the experience of hearing

Francisco ’09), A∑N enjoys a rock-solid

the accomplishments and service of new

foundation and has gone from strength to

inductees and witnessing their excitement

strength under their guidance. I have gained

upon induction. A∑N’s dedicated Chapter

treasured friends.

spirituality. It is with happy anticipation

No leader succeeds without an incredible

I believe Father Danihy would be proud of

Advisers serve as university presidentappointed volunteers, embracing their role as mission promoter while ensuring the ongoing health of A∑N via annual inductions. A∑N’s alumni leaders and Young Alumni Advisory Council facilitate the encouragement of A∑N membership as a lifelong commitment.

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team. I thank my predecessor Peg Fennig (Marquette ’51), Director of Development and Alumni Relations Amy Venables O’Neil (Marquette ’18), Director of Operations and Communications Sarah

members who seek to live the A∑N values over their lifetimes As you will read, Alpha Sigma Nu’s new Executive Director, Clara Dwyer (Marquette ’19) is well ready to carry the A∑N mission forward with her background in student affairs, diversity and inclusion, leadership development, and Ignatian that I look forward to A∑N’s next chapter. today’s Alpha Sigma Nu and would celebrate the important role it plays in promoting the Jesuit mission, not just on any given member’s home campus, but truly on a global scale.

Meet the New Young Alumni Advisory Council

Jessica Olszyk Saint Joseph's ’18 Jessica Olszyk holds a bachelor’s degree with a dual major in Food Marketing and Leadership, Ethics, and Organizational Sustainability from Saint Joseph’s University. She is currently employed by Tropicana Brands Group after working with PepsiCo for two years in a sales development program.

Elena Pérez Velasco Loyola Andalucía ’19 Elena Pérez Velasco is a Spanish International Relations and business student at Universidad Loyola Andalucía (class of 2022) and a business graduate from Loyola University of Chicago (Class of 2020). She is a current member of the International Association of Jesuit Universities Global Citizenship Fellows Program 2021 cohort. With a strong commitment to social justice and equality, Elena has

Luke Bausch Fordham ’20 Luke Bausch holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Accounting and Finance. During his senior year at Fordham, Luke served as the A∑N Chapter

had the opportunity to hold a wide range of leadership positions such as the Chapter President of Alpha Sigma Nu at Loyola Andalucía (2019-20) and of the Loyola Club of Spain (2018-19). She is always trying to build bridges and generate synergies between people from different cultures and backgrounds towards a common mission. Elena seeks to pursue a career in European public policy with a focus on social and economic development.

President. Despite restrictions, Luke worked with his executive board to provide engaging and comprehensive programming. Luke is currently pursuing his J.D. at Columbia Law School where he serves as the J.D. Chair for the Corporate Responsibility Association.

Natalia Pozuelo-Arbide John Carroll ’20 Natalia Pozuelo-Arbide is a Spaniard-American national, who holds a bachelor’s degree from John

Ernesto Chacon

Carroll University with a double major in Communication, concentrated

Seattle ’20

in Integrated Marketing, and in Spanish and Hispanic Studies, along with a minor in Political Science. During her time at John Carroll, Natalia was

Ernesto Chacon is a proud first-generation

a member of Alpha Sigma Nu and a student intern at Cleveland Clinic,

college graduate with a bachelor’s degree in

where she learned how healthcare communications can positively impact

Political Sciences. During his time at Seattle University,

patients. Natalia’s dedication to adaptive fashion awareness and promotion

he served as A∑N Chapter President. Currently, he is volunteering at

of disabled person consumer access earned her recognition as a 2019

local organizations where he wants to give back as part of his journey

NBC Universal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship recipient. Natalia is seeking

to enroll in law school. He is planning to study constitutional law to

her first position in communications focused in social media advocacy or

further nurture and help his community. He is excited to continue his

visual design communications.

work with A∑N and further engage in Jesuit values.

Alena Stankaitis Kristin Lee

Loyola Chicago ’20

Santa Clara ’20 Alena Stankaitis is currently a Research Assistant Kristin Lee holds a bachelor’s degree with a

at the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics

major in Accounting and a minor in Religious

at the University of Chicago in their gap year before law school. Alena holds

Studies. During her senior year at Santa Clara University, Kristen served

a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and International Studies from Loyola

as the A∑N Chapter President. Her involvement in A∑N was one of the

University Chicago. While attending Loyola, Alena was a member of A∑N,

most meaningful experiences in her undergraduate career. She currently

served as the President of the Philosophy Department’s student organization,

works in the Audit & Assurance practice at Deloitte and is pursuing her

tutored local Rohingya elementary school students, and participated in

CPA. Kristen is looking forward to deepening her involvement in A∑N

several undergraduate conferences. Their research interests include ancient

through her participation on the Young Alumni Advisory Council.

philosophy, linguistics, and the intersection of technology and human rights.

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Alpha Sigma Nu Denver Alumni Club service event

FEATURE

Serving Alumni AMY VENABLES O’NEIL (Marquette ’18) Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Alpha Sigma Nu

T

he Alpha Sigma Nu induction

new world of justice, love, and peace

ceremony welcomes new A∑N student

needs educated persons of competence,

members into the honor society. Today,

conscience, and compassion….” Today, the

The Young Alumni Advisory Council (YAAC)

there are over 90,000 A∑N members

Jesuits look to members to be collaborators

across the world. Once inducted, they

because of a renewed theological vision of

are members for life, and at graduation,

mutuality and partnership with the people

The Young Alumni Advisory Council

students transition to becoming A∑N

of God.

(YAAC) has been meeting virtually since

alumni. At induction, A∑N members

its inception in March 2020. An example of

pledge to use their intellect, experience,

Alumni efforts have also evolved, and the

connecting in innovative ways, this group

and heart in the service of faith and the

global pandemic forced us to reimagine

consists of members on multiple continents

promotion of justice.

how to connect members to continue

who meet quarterly to tackle some of

to live the tenets of scholarship, loyalty,

A∑N's most important issues. The first

As the mission of Jesuit education has

and service. Webinars such as our Lunch

cohort of ten members was led by Morgan

evolved over A∑N’s 100+ years, the pledge’s

and Learn and Lenten series provide

Menzzasalma (Fordham ’18) and Joshua

focus has moved from an internal campus

members with spiritual and educational

Madrid (Regis University ’16). The group

focus to a wider commitment to caring

programming exclusive to the A∑N

made proposals to the Board on several

for local and global communities. The

community. Member feedback has helped

important areas including a discernment

foundation of the A∑N pledge is found in

guide programming for both in-person and

program that brings alumni and students

the mission of the Society of Jesus,

virtual programming.

together to deepen their connection and

“a mission rooted in the belief that a

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loyalty to Jesuit values, a communication

plan that addresses Alpha Sigma “WHO” on

by the energy of each council member and

effort. In convening a dedicated, diverse,

campuses, alumni programming, a guide for

how they worked beyond the original remit

and highly thoughtful group, the YAAC is

chapter e-boards and chapter advisers and

of the council, which eventually led to the

well-positioned to ensure that A∑N remains

coordinators, society-wide recommendation

restructuring of its charter to better reflect

responsive to the desires and needs of its

on diversity and inclusion, and more. The

the work its members did. I am excited to

ever-changing membership well into

final recommendation helped shape the

see what direction the new cohort will take

the future.”

next cohort of the YAAC which began

the council to continue contributing to the

in March 2022. Madrid adds, “Since the

future of A∑N.”

YAAC’s initial inception in 2020, it has blossomed into a dynamic council that

Bobby McGowan (Scranton ’18), YAAC

provides invaluable input into the direction

alumni, further states “The COVID-19

of the entire society. In my tenure as Chair,

pandemic has accelerated demographic and

I saw the evolution of the council from what

structural shifts within higher education and

was initially meant to provide input and

the working world. A key collaborator in the

perspective on pressing issues to one that

Jesuit mission, A∑N must be responsive to

sought to provide innovative solutions to

these trends while balancing innovation and

the problems presented. I was encouraged

tradition, and the YAAC is essential in this

Alpha Sigma Nu’s Ignatian Discernment Program An approach to decision-making as one nears

Based on member feedback seeking

retirement, the inaugural A∑N Discernment

programming for those in retirement,

Program welcomed its first participants in

A∑N and Tom started discussing the idea

January 2022. This virtual program meets

of offering a virtual program to A∑N’s

monthly for seven months. The first cohort

members several years ago. The Next

of eight people was comprised of alums

Chapter program is offered virtually as

from numerous Jesuit universities who

three Ignatian sections including spirituality,

reside all over the U.S. The program leader

discernment, and prayer.

is Tom Auffenberg, a graduate of St. Louis University, who is the founder and director of The Next Chapter program, which began

Why is Ignatian discernment so helpful when dealing with the retirement

Members during Ignatian Discernment

in 2017 in St. Louis, Missouri, with the help

transition? For those fortunate enough to

of Christopher Collins, SJ (Saint Louis ’16),

reach the retirement transition financially

then serving as assistant to the president for

set and in good health, retirement offers

right ones? Ignatian discernment is a great

Mission and Identity at St. Louis University.

radical freedom, possibly the most freedom

tool for choosing from many good options

virtual program

one has ever had with regard to time. The

in order to live the balanced life one desires.

The focus of The Next Chapter program is

decisions one faces can seem overwhelming

It encourages one to develop a spiritual

to assist near-retirees and recent retirees to

and daunting. Who do I want to be as a

intuition­—an ability to hear God’s voice with

transition well to their retirement chapters

person in retirement? How do I want to

respect to one’s options. Why is Ignatian

of life. The program uses a variety of tools,

spend my time in retirement? For some, the

prayer so important? Without taking time

two of the most important being Ignatian

initial question is – when should I retire?

for prayer, time for listening and noticing,

discernment and Ignatian prayer, to help

Typically, these decisions involve choosing

one cannot develop the ability to hear

people craft a plan addressing who they want

from several options. How does one go

God’s voice. Ignatian prayer, particularly

to be as a person and what they want to do

about choosing amongst the options? How

the Examen, is a great way to develop one’s

with their time in their next chapters of life.

can one gain clarity on what choices are the

spiritual healing.

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TESTIMONIES

Ignatian Discernment Program Participants

Ignatian Collaborators

The Ignatian Discernment Program will be

Stemming out of a need to increase

Eric Clayton (Fairfield ’10), Deputy Director

offered again beginning in January 2023.

coordination and avoid redundancy in

of Communications at the Jesuit Conference

If you are interested in the next cohort, contact

events, the Ignatian Collaborators group

of Canada and the United States, who leads

was launched in 2019 and met via video

each meeting says,

Amy O’Neil at amy.oneil@marquette.edu.

conference to start a conversation on how to better communicate and collaborate.

“the benefit of coming together as Ignatian Collaborators is the ever-increasing realization

After six months of contemplating life’s thorny

The group was co-facilitated by A∑N and

that we are all in this shared mission together—

the Association of Jesuit Colleges and

even if we’re doing drastically different work,

Universities (AJCU). Three years later, the

serving different audiences. Our common Ignatian

group continues to meet bi-monthly and

tradition reminds us that we each have a piece of

discernment have grown. I recognize

continues to grow in membership. Events,

this really important puzzle, and when we are

myself making better choices. I am learning

resources, and comradery are shared at each

able to hold each of these pieces up to the light—as

faster and more fruitfully from my missteps

Zoom call, now led by the Jesuit Conference

I hope we do when we come together—we’re able

– current and past. With humor, support,

of the U.S. and Canada. A∑N is better able

to better support one another, to encourage one

to inform members of Ignatian programming

another, and to come together to collaborate with

by this collaboration.

one another, serving the mission all the more.”

passages in the A∑N Ignatian discernment program and discussion group, I found answers. Nothing cookie-cutter, nothing formulaic. Instead, my awareness and lived experience of the subtle process of Ignatian

and accountability, my spiritual practices of prayer, examen, reflection, study, and counsel dug deeper roots. My trust and serenity have begun to blossom, leaning into Ignatian wisdom. Alongside my peers, I am recognizing how to live as a person of discernment with prayerful intuition, not just follow a discernment process.

LAURA LYNCH EVANS (Boston College ’86), Program Participant

The Next Chapter has provided a rich opportunity to join monthly with eight Alpha Sigma Nu alumni from across the country for some “good conversation” about the values we learned in Jesuit schools. You’ll ask yourself whether you’ve lived by those values over the decades. The assigned spiritual reading and exercises have kept me honest with myself, and more alert to how I might be building or ignoring my spiritual life and my relationship with God. I have moved from perceiving my soon-to-be retirement not as an escape from work or fatigue, but as a call to the next adventures of my life.

WILLIAM BUCKLEY (Le Moyne ’74), A∑N New York City Alumni Club President

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IGNATIAN COLLABORATORS MEMBERS

AWARDS

2022 Chapter of the Year T

H R OU GH T HE 20 2 1 - 2 2 ACA D EM IC Y EA R, Alpha Sigma Nu chapters around the world, often faced with obstacles

making it challenging to coordinate and offer spiritual, service and loyalty opportunities, succeeded in accomplishing consistent and enriching mission-focused programming. Student chapters excelled at developing creative, innovative, and exemplary methods to connect with members, partner with campuses, serve their communities, and further the Jesuit mission.

Highlighted below are the six Chapter of the Year winners including the Overall Chapter of the Year, Universidad del Pacífico.

Through interviews, leaders from these six winning chapters offer insights and share stories of successful examples of programming and outreach. These examples provide us with Ignatian inspiration.

Read the full Chapter of the Year award winners’ descriptions and interviews on the A∑N website.

IN TERVIEW WITH CAR L A MACE DO

ALPHA SIGMA NU CHAPTER OF THE YEAR

Universidad del Pacífico

Why is the mission of A∑N and Jesuit values so important to our students and chapters?

The mission of A∑N and Jesuit values play an important role

The 2022 overall Chapter of the Year is Universidad del Pacífico.

Even though they are the newest chapter and one of the smallest in size, UDP exceeded in executing superior programming and promotion of the A∑N ideals. The executive board of the A∑N chapter at UDP, led by Carla Macedo (Universidad del Pacífico ’21), consistently promoted the A∑N and Jesuit mission.

UDP demonstrated the promotion of scholarship by recognizing outstanding students from the previous year at their academic year opening ceremony. The chapter was actively involved in the campus community by writing over four hundred thank you notes expressing gratitude to the Universidad del Pacífico community

in doing the right thing. Carrying a Jesuit spirit means having a vocation of service that seeks to help and create a positive impact in our community. Having this internalized means that sometimes unconsciously we can be contributing to the transformation of our society, through excellence and commitment, as our vision states.

Can you describe the events and collaboration between organizations, partners, and chapters?

Collaborations with organizations and chapters have given us the opportunity to reach more people in need and make them learn more about A∑N. To give an example, we held our Christmas campaign in Pamplona, Lima, hand in hand with Creeré Peru, an organization dedicated to providing education to children living in vulnerable

and leading workshops for university administration children on

situations. Together with them, we held an event with the children

topics such as robotics, mini chef, and personal finance. Further,

and their families in which we donated seventy toys, seventy school

the A∑N chapter at UDP leveraged social media to introduce

supplies kits and fifty family food baskets. We also participated in

nonprofits and Alpha Sigma Nu to university students. We congratulate this chapter on their efforts to increase visibility of A∑N on campus and build awareness of Ignatian spirituality.

the international student panel organized by the A∑N of John Carroll University student chapter "Caring for our common home: our hoped filled future", in which we, as students, could talk about the importance of paying attention to what is happening in our world. We hope to increase our activities with more partnerships that will help us grow as a chapter.

BEST SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMMING

Fordham University IN TERVIEW WITH JIN L IN CH E N Through the past year, led by chapter president, Jin Lin Chen (Fordham ’21), the Fordham University student chapter demonstrated excellence in scholarship programming. The Fordham University chapter’s strong leadership is exhibited through their consistent programming efforts each year. They participated in an Executive Leadership Series where A∑N members joined the university’s President’s Council for an in-

Q: Can you describe how the chapter focused on and incorporated scholarship and a search for the truth into programming?

A: Fordham's A∑N chapter focused on and incorporated scholarship and a search for truth into programming by inviting our members to listen and join in on important conversations. Throughout the academic year, we partnered with Campus Ministry and hosted

depth discussion with Fordham alumni. They partnered with the

"Common Grounds Conversations." It is a student-led program focused

NYC A∑N alumni club in their annual Career Night. The A∑N

on conversations that engage the Fordham community on topics

Fordham chapter also participated in various lectures including

that explore faith, hope, love, passion, meaning, and social justice.

Unearthing Buried Narratives: Reconstructing Experiences of Enslaved People Through Jesuit Records, the 17th Annual Rita Cassella Jones Lecture the Juncture of Worlds: Scholarship as a

Furthermore, it seeks to provide conversation and dialogue between students, and learn how faith applies to our real-life experiences.

Scholarship is vital and important to our students and chapters because learning and knowledge truly changes how an individual engages with

Way of Life, and Living as a Scholarly Practice, Lenten Forum on

the world around them. Currently, there are many conversations that

Housing Instability, and Immigration Justice, and Covid 19 with

are happening and should be happening regarding the world around

Jairo Guzman, President of the Mexican Coalition. This year, the

us, and Fordham's A∑N chapter believes that it is important to hold

Fordham University A∑N chapter regularly engaged with their campus community and promoted scholarly dialogue on important and relevant global topics including social justice initiatives.

space for these conversations. While Alpha Sigma Nu's core tenets are scholarship, loyalty, and service, we think that having a space for all three invites a sense of community for our students.

IN TERVIEW WITH THO M AS FONSE CA

Q: What inspired the Marquette chapter to host programming with the Ignatian year and loyalty as the theme?

A: Our university President, Michael Lovell, sharing via campuswide

BEST LOYALTY PROGRAMMING

Marquette University

email his own cannonball moment and his battle with Sarcoma, a rare form of cancer. That email and his hopeful message struck a chord with the members of our executive board and the programming ideas were inspired by that message of hope amidst our own cannonball moments and life struggles. This message of hope was also incorporated into

Through the Ignatian year and the marking of the 500th

our joint planning committee meetings regarding the Caring for our

anniversary of St. Ignatius' cannonball moment, the A∑N chapter

Common Home: Our Hope Filled Future event regarding what students

at Marquette University led by Thomas Fonseca (Marquette ’21) created outstanding programming demonstrating loyalty and a commitment to the Jesuit mission. The chapter coordinated an event where university and A∑N students wrote down their “cannonball moment” on balls resembling cannonballs. These personalized pieces were placed in a display in the student union on campus. The chapter held another event for the campus community where A∑N members interacted with students and discussed A∑N, Jesuit values and personal cannonball moments.

These activities furthered the A∑N mission and immersed the campus community in the promotion of the Jesuit ideals.

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are doing to combat climate change in their local communities across continents and around the world. All these programs inspired hope and loyalty to the Jesuit mission.

BEST SERVICE PROGRAMMING

Universidad Loyola Andalucía

INTERVIEW WITH JUAN GALERA CALLEJA

The A∑N Chapter at Universidad Loyola Andalucía consistently creates outstanding service programming. The chapter’s

Q: Why is service so vital and important today to our students

exemplary leadership team imagines and executes events that

and chapters?

immerse student members, alumni, the university and local

A: Service helps us connect with one another and with the realities

community into partnership and participation in activities that

around us. It helps us develop empathy and understand the issues

further the Jesuit mission. This year, led by chapter president, Juan Galera Calleja (Loyola Andalucía ’20), the Andalucía chapter coordinated the creation and delivery of two hundred

and concerns of less fortunate people in the world. Service enlarges our heart and deepens our bonds with those around us. Service is vital because it emphasizes an essential dimension of the professional career and personal development of our members, and helps our chapter and

stress relief packs for finals season and organized a “Walk a Mile

students develop as people for others and incorporate the care for the

in My Shoes” simulation with reflection sessions on the Sevilla

less fortunate into our daily lives.

and Córdoba campuses in partnership with various university departments and local organizations. The chapter further demonstrated their commitment to service by coordinating a tree planting and immersive experience with members from Alpha Sigma Nu and the campus community at a local sustainability

Q: What were the desired goals of the events? What were the outcomes?

A: The main goal of all events was to stir the conscience and foster reflection in our members and participants. We wanted to create some discomfort so that we all truly experienced what it means to be

farm focused on reintegrating excluded individuals back into

marginalized and not have access to certain basic needs and wants.

society. At this event, A∑N members and the campus community

The events served not only to offer specific, timely service opportunities

spent the day with the employees at the farm who are at risk of

to our members, but also to create a long-lasting spark of collaboration.

poverty or social exclusion.

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INCORPORATION OF DIVERSITY & INCLUSION MEASURES IN INDUCTION

Rockhurst University

INTERVIEW WITH TAYLOR MCCARTHY

The chapter for the best Incorporation of Diversity & Inclusion

Q: Briefly describe any special ways in which you incorporated or

Measures in Induction goes to Rockhurst University, led by chapter

highlighted the A∑N and Jesuit ideals in the ceremony.

president, Taylor McCarthy. This year, the A∑N chapter at

A: In addition to the preamble to the ceremony that had a land and

Rockhurst University included a preamble to their induction

labor acknowledgement, we also added a moment to recognize

ceremony with a land and labor acknowledgement. The ceremony

current events and how they impact us as members of A∑N and of

also incorporated a moment to recognize current events and the

the wider world.

impact on members of A∑N and humanity. The moment specifically

This year focused on the invasion of Ukraine and how we as

focused on the invasion of Ukraine and called for A∑N members to

members of A∑N must do better to create a more inclusive world

be the change to create a more inclusive global society. Rockhurst

as this is a worldwide organization and way of life that extends

University’s inclusion of a land and labor acknowledgement along

past the borders of the United States.

with the moment of reflection and prayer focusing on social justice is an excellent example of using Ignatian spirituality practices of embracing prayer and discernment towards a life of service to others.

INTERVIEW WITH JONATHAN SANDSTROM

Q: Describe the educational events your Chapter held this year.

A: In honor of the Ignatian Year, John Carroll University’s student chapter hosted an International Student Panel: Caring for our Common Home: Our Hope Filled Future. Chapter Member, Caitlin Matthews, moderated a virtual panel with breakout rooms including participants from Peru, Chicago (USA), Spain, India, South Africa, and Belize.

The event allowed students from around the world to share their thoughts about the environment and what actions they take to care for our common home. This was a very successful, eye-opening, and enlightening experience/event. A link was sent out after to those who

CHAPTER INNOVATION

could not attend. The event was a John Carrol University A∑N event

John Carroll University

as a part of John Carroll University’s Mission Week in association with A∑N, AJCU, and the Society of Jesus.

The John Carroll University A∑N student chapter, led by chapter president, Jonathan Sandstrom (John Carroll ’19), hosted the collaborative event, Caring for our Common Home: Our Hope Filled Future which demonstrated a deep commitment to care for our global environment. The innovative event created a space for hundreds of participants to connect, focusing on the Universal Apostolic Preference.

Widespread promotion pre-event and broad distribution of the recorded event increased awareness and discussions surrounding our environment, thus furthering the mission of the event. The event proved successful in energizing and motivating participants.

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Alpha Sigma Nu is proud of the inspiring work taking place across all our member campuses and for the opportunity to highlight and recognize those who have been extraordinary in their efforts. We commend our student chapters for their perpetual resilience, energy, and fortitude to promote the Alpha Sigma Nu mission.

AWARDS

Magis Medal The Magis Medal is awarded annually to lay Alpha Sigma Nu members who best exemplify scholarship, loyalty, and service in their work to better the world. The award serves to highlight the exemplary work A∑N members are doing as they live their A∑N pledge out in the world and to inspire new members to carry that flame with them as they graduate. Read full bios of this year's winners on the A∑N website.

MICHAEL J. SCHUCK

DAVID HUFF

AMY BETROS

Saint Louis ’73

Rockhurst ’69

Canisius ’20

Dr. Michael Schuck is a Professor

Inspired by his Jesuit education, David Huff

In 1992, Amy Betros was a successful

of Christian Ethics in the Theology

has engaged in a tireless pursuit of spiritual

entrepreneur and owner of her own

Department at Loyola University Chicago,

growth and service to others. In 1970, David

restaurant, Amy’s Place. Amy teamed

where he has introduced students to

completed a program to become the first

up with Norm Paolini to start their

the world of theological ethics and

eucharistic minister for his home parish.

charitable service, Madonna on the Streets

environmental ethics. He holds a dual

For over five decades since, he has charted

Inc., working out of the back of Betros’

appointment in Loyola’s School of

a life-long calling as a eucharistic minister.

restaurant. On Aug. 1, 1994 they purchased

Environmental Sustainability. In addition

David has brought communion to the ill,

the property and St. Luke’s Mission of

to his many years in the classroom, Mike

aged, hospitalized, nursing home residents,

Mercy was born.

served as the Director of the Hank Center

and disabled. Following his education as an

for Catholic Intellectual Heritage at

undergraduate, David completed specialized

Loyola. Mike has been an integral teacher

training to become a physician’s assistant

and mentor in the Jesuit First Studies

and worked with the Federal Bureau of

Program for several decades. Through this

Prisons. He was a volunteer Catholic prison

work, Mike teaches and prepares Jesuits

chaplain, assisting at Mass, offering homilies,

for the rigorous studies that mark their

and providing communion to inmates.

formation. Mike is also the co-director of the International Jesuit Ecology Project

Since his retirement, David has continued

that has produced Healing Earth, a

to be active in serving his Church and

free online textbook in Environmental

community in Mexico including volunteering

Science, ethics, spirituality, and action.

as the medical officer for an orphanage for

Out of this work, Mike was called upon

abandoned boys. Speaking fluent Spanish,

by the International Association of Jesuit

David has counseled, nurtured, and offered a

Universities (IAJU) and the Vatican’s

positive role model to traumatized youth.

Dicastery on Integral Human Development to lead international efforts to help Jesuit

He is an example of inspiring, dedicated,

and other Catholic universities across the

and soulful service to others, embodying the

world respond to Pope Francis’ encyclical,

spirit of A∑N.

St. Luke’s Mission has grown to encompass over 250 regular families, with 16 full time missionaries, 85 associate missionaries and hundreds of volunteers. They also have grown with 23 homes for women and children and have a school program that educates 22 children.

Her message continues to come loud and clear. “If someone is hungry, it is likely someone will say to them, ‘go to St. Luke’s,’ ” said St. Luke’s school program offers children in unfortunate circumstances an opportunity.

Laudato Si’.

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Patient Trust Above all, trust in the slow work of God.

let them shape themselves,

We are quite naturally impatient in

without undue haste.

everything to reach the end without delay.

We should like to skip the intermediate stages.

We are impatient of being on the way to something unknown, something new.

Don’t try to force them on, as though you could be today what time (that is to say, grace and circumstances acting on your own good will) will make of you tomorrow.

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And yet it is the law of all progress that it is made by passing through some stages of instability— and that it may take a very long time.

Only God could say what this new spirit gradually forming within you will be.

Give Our Lord the benefit of believing that his hand is leading you, and accept the anxiety of feeling yourself

And so I think it is with you;

in suspense and incomplete.

your ideas mature gradually— let them grow,

Amen.

STAY IN TOUCH! How has your Alpha Sigma Nu membership shaped who you are today?

PRAYER: PIERRE TEILLHARD DE CHARDIN, SJ

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