Message From the President
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Dear Friends,
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Welcome to the Winter 2015 edition of the NLU Alumni Magazine. Whether this is the first edition you are reading or have been a loyal recipient over the past few years, we have worked hard to keep the focus of our magazine the same - to share stories that are informative, inspirational and impactful, all in an effort to keep you engaged with NLU. With this issue, we bring you our annual “30 Over 30: Alumni in Action” themed magazine. While this is a play off the more traditional 30 under 30 profiles, the twist is very befitting of the students who attend National Louis. As an institution that focuses on adult learners, we like to spotlight individuals who possess the same qualities that you found important when you first stepped through NLU’s doors – the resolve to work hard to achieve your personal and professionals goals and the tenacity to take the necessary steps to positively impact your family and community. NLU Alumni have the same innovative passion as their younger counterparts and deserve the same kudos for their ambitions. Hopefully by seeing coverage of your fellow NLU alumni you are inspired by their determination and spirit. Take for instance Lisa Zimbler, who, after 20 years in a different career, was looking for a way to transform her early love of writing into a new career. She turned an interest into a local history movement. Or Gilo Logan, an educator, consultant, and writer, who realized education is as much about personal transformation as it is professional development.
Alumni Offer Expertise on Mosaic Panel ............................................ 5 Beyond 30 Over 30 .................................. 5 Leadership Connections™ ..................... 6 Looking Beyond the List.......................... 6 Advancing Writing and Literacy ............. 7 Years of Expertise From NCE Advisory Council ............................. 8 The Best Possible Teacher Training ....... 8 Introducing the Alumni Board............... 10 Opportunities for Regular Old Folks.... 11
Institutional Advancement Staff Karen Galea, Director of External Funding & Grant Development Danielle LaPointe, Director of Advancement Services Kimberly Michaelson, Director of Alumni Relations Sandy Rai, Institutional Advancement Coordinator Brian Russell, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations Carey Smith, Special Events Manager
We would love the opportunity to hear about your stories and accomplishments. Please feel free to drop us a note at alumni@nl.edu about your successes and endeavors since graduation.
Managing Editor:
Contributing Photographer:
Nicholas A. Love
James Richards IV
Best regards,
Alumni Relations www.nl.edu/alumni Contact Kimberly Michaelson at 312.261.3159 or kimberly.michaelson@nl.edu
Nivine Megahed, Ph.D., President
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