In this edition: Deb Murray retires; Amy Schmidt hired as CFO; Nyah Brooks dances into a bright future
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Celebrating the Class of 2023
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Another school year came to a close May 13 with the spring commencement ceremony, at which 265 undergraduate degrees, 114 master's degrees, and 28 doctoral degrees were conferred upon Viterbo students.
In addition, Viterbo Master of Arts in Servant Leadership degree holder Sandra Brekke '19 (pictured) was presented with an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters.
Check out Viterbo's Flickr account to see photos from the commencement ceremony as well as the Senior Soirée, Sending and Blessing Ceremony, and other spring campus events.
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TRAILBLAZER TAKES NEW PATH: Debra Murray '90, the driving force behind Viterbo's mental health counseling master's and doctoral degree programs, is retiring after nearly 30 years here, but she's not done helping those who most need it. READ MORE
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS: When Amy Schmidt '11 returns to Viterbo as the new vice president for finance and administration, campus will feel very much like home. Her husband and fellow alumnus, Eric Schmidt, is a long-time employee. READ MORE
DANCING INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE: Nyah Brooks '23 doesn't do anything halfway. Chosen as NAIA Co-Dancer of the Year, the nursing major also notched two minors and completed three nursing internships and a research fellowship. READ MORE
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Alumni Board Honors Two-Term Members
Four members of the Viterbo Alumni Association Board of Directors were recently honored for completing six years of service on the board. Pictured above with Viterbo President Rick Trietley (center) are, from left, Terri Pedace '77, Jessica Himmer '06, Carrie Kirsch FSPA '70, and Scott Stene '16, '17.
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Alumni Honored at Rose Awards
The 2023 Rose Awards recipients include two alumni. Viterbo Fine Arts Center Director Dillon McArdle '06 (left) was honored with the Employee of the Year Award. Ann Kiel '10 was presented with the St. Francis Mission Award, which is given to someone who has demonstrated exemplary dedication to the mission of the university.
Biochemistry Professor Scott Gabriel was honored with the Teacher of the Year Award, and psychology Professor David Saunders-Scott was presented with the Alec Chiu Award for his exceptional work in fostering and developing scholarly opportunities for students and faculty.
Check out a complete list of award winners and see photos of the winners in our Flickr gallery.
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Gifts Pour in for Nancy Allen Fund
To honor the legacy of a beloved retiring music professor, the Nancy Allen '84 Angel Fund was established to provide emergency financial assistance to Conservatory for the Performing Arts students.
As of May 23, more than $21,000 had been donated, with 44 gifts coming through the online giving site.
The fund is closing in on the $25,000 mark, the amount needed to create an endowed fund that will always be there for students in need.
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First Thursday with the Loggers
There's still time to register for the First Thursday alumni social on June 1, which will be an evening at Loggers Field to watch the La Crosse Loggers take on the Waterloo Bucks.
Tickets are $30 ($10 for ages 4-12), which includes admission, exclusive access to the Coverra Insurance Cabin, food, soft drinks, and three beers or hard seltzers. Alumni family and friends are more than welcome.
Tickets, while they last, can be ordered online through the Loggers website. Ticket deadline is Saturday, May 27.
Alumni Franciscan Heritage Trip
There's still time to join the alumni and friends Franciscan heritage tour of Italy planned for Oct. 23–Nov. 1, but those who want to fly to Italy as a group must sign up by the end of May by calling 414-427-0570, ext. 246, or emailing the tour company.
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New Duties for Duerwachter
Kathy Duerwachter '10, Viterbo's director of alumni engagement, has been selected to fill a new position with expanded duties. Her new title is director of alumni engagement and affinity giving. She can still be reached at 608-796-3072 or by email.
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New Deans Named
Michael Alfieri has been selected as the dean for the College of Engineering, Letters, and Sciences, and Megan Smith was named dean for the College of Nursing and Health.
They both had served in those roles in an interim capacity and officially transitioned from interim status on May 16.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check the calendar on the alumni homepage for registration information and more details on alumni events. Details on campus events can be found on the events calendar.
May 22: MBA/MASL Alumni Chapter meeting
May 24: SFSN Alumnae Chapter meeting
June 1: First Thursday alumni social at La Crosse Loggers game
June 6: Bright Star Season announcement
June 19: All Bright Star Season tickets on sale
June 29–30: Conference on Servant Leadership
July 15: Kids from Wisconsin concert
Oct. 12–15: Viterbo Days alumni weekend
Oct. 23–Nov. 1: Franciscan heritage tour of Italy
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GETTING IN TOUCH
Director, alumni engagement
608-796-3072
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900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601
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