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There's No Standing Still for Colin Luz

When Colin Luz ’14 came to Viterbo University, his path seemed clear. Sport management was calling his name. Or so it seemed.

Lynda Wallis
For Lynda Wallis, Art Business Came Out of the Blue

When Lynda Wallis ’82 came to study at Viterbo University, she already had studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, her home stomping grounds for much of her youth. She knew she had artistic skills, but she knew she needed more.

Naomi Harm Out to Change the Face of Education
Like many entrepreneurs, Naomi (Hemesath) Harm '99 has a sharp eye for opportunity. Since her days in Viterbo University's education program, she has been on the lookout for ways to improve the way we educate our children, particularly when it comes to STEM—science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Kaitlin Babcock Leads Green Bandana Project

Kaitlin Babcock hopes to see as many people as possible sporting a green bandana in the coming months. The Green Bandana project is a mental illness awareness initiative in which participants tie a green bandana to their backpack that signals they may be approached by anyone struggling with a mental health issue. These advocates will have received training about resources, referrals, and what to do in a variety of situations.

Mayor Kim Smith Serves the Common Good
If not for earning her servant leadership master's degree at Viterbo University, Onalaska Mayor Kim Smith might not have even thought about taking on the mayoral duties and becoming the city's first female mayor. “I really do credit Viterbo with giving me the confidence to raise my hand and say, ‘I’ll do it.’”
Jean Storlie Is Sold on Power of Stories
In a career that took her from groundbreaking nutritionist to food industry change agent, Jean Storlie ’80 took note of the power of stories for creative problem-solving. In 2020, she published a book that shares her insights on story telling, "Once Upon an Innovation," chosen for the Viterbo Alumni Virtual Book Club.
Elegbede on a Servant Leadership Journey
Growing up in Nigeria and Togo, Wale Elegbede ’19 learned a lot from his father about leadership and being a good person. Viterbo taught him even more. “Viterbo has been really instrumental for me. Ethical leadership isn’t just something that’s nice to have. It’s a must have.”
Hospital CEO Aims for Balance in Leadership
For Frank Perez-Guerra ’84, ’10, administrator/CEO at Gundersen Moundview Hospital and Clinics in Friendship, the best approach to leadership is one that keeps focus on the needs of his people. “My job is to take care of people who take care of people,” he said.
For Jamie Schloegel, Leaders Need Bravery, Vision
With hard work and some luck, Jamie Schloegel finds herself serving as executive director of the La Crosse Community Foundation, one of the oldest philanthropic community foundations in the country. As Schloegel sees it, it's important for leaders have to have two key traits: courage and vision.
John Neumann
Faculty Focus: Q&A with John Neumann

As a recent addition to Viterbo’s full-time faculty, John Neumann is no stranger to Viterbo’s beautiful campus. Coming from Fond du Lac, John first called Viterbo home as a freshman student in 2012. The warm welcome, strong friendships, and excellent internship experiences offered kept John engaged during his time as an undergrad student through the master’s program.