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Faculty Focus: Q&A with Chris Mayne
Chris Mayne, an associate professor of biology at Viterbo since 2014, is known for his “super science-dorky sense of humor,” his enthusiasm, his passion for sports, and his commitment to researching autoimmune diseases and the genetics of the immune system.
Jess Kutz
Financial Services Career Ahead for Jesse Kutz
Viterbo’s values, placement rate, and the opportunity to play basketball drew Jesse Kutz to Viterbo University. The senior finance major plans to work in the financial services industry.
Sarah Fauque
For Fauque (and Science), Curiosity a Driving Force
Curiosity has always been a driving force for Sarah (Ramaker) Fauque ’10, and that’s a big reason why she gravitated toward science. “Literally, all of science starts with the phrase, ‘That’s weird,’” said Fauque, a biology professor.
Alexandra Watral
Watral's PhD Work Takes Aim at Alzheimer's Test
What if a simple motor learning test could help diagnose cases of Alzheimer’s disease and age-related mild cognitive impairment in their early stages? Alexandra Watral ’14 aims to find out if that’s possible.
Kathryn Korthauer
Korthauer Applies Science to Consumer Protection at EPA
Kathryn Korthauer's Peace Corps service led to her work as a biologist at the Environmental Protection Agency, working to ensure antimicrobial pesticides don't harm people who use them.
Alex Diciaula
Tough Times Reveal Rewarding Path for Diciaula
In the course of earning two degrees from Viterbo, Alex Diciaula has gone from an ultracompetitive athlete to someone focused on helping others, bringing people together, and continually being present, joyful, and thankful.
Susan Rieple Graf
Calamity Presents New Beginning for Sue Graf
Susan Rieple Graf ’82 is no stranger to major changes of course in her life path. The latest detour, though, has taken her down a road traveled by few, if any, others.
Karla  Przybylski and Katie Thormodsgaard
Viterbo Alumnae Make a Good Team
When Karla Przybylski ’07 was at a crossroads in life, ready for a new beginning, her Viterbo soccer teammate Katie (Kubistal) Thormodsgaard ’04 was there to help her find her direction.
Faculty Focus: Q&A with Sara Cook
Sara Cook, Viterbo University’s vice president for academics, has been part of the Viterbo community for over 20 years as a faculty member and administrator; her first day of teaching at Viterbo was on her first child’s first birthday in August 2001.
Staff Focus: Q&A with Chad Gilbeck
Who are you going to call when you’re having a technology challenged day? Chad Gilbeck, of course! Gilbeck has been Viterbo University’s go-to person for all technology needs for two decades.