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Spotlight on…Sonja Larson ’14

When Sonja Larson graduated from Viterbo University in 2014 with a vocal performance degree and a Fulbright Scholarship to continue her studies of music of the Holocaust, she wasn’t sure where life would lead her. But she knew one thing. “I knew I wanted to give my life to God, in whatever He willed for me."
Nikki Beyer

Pandemic Tests Beyer’s Mettle as a Nurse in NYC Corps

Nikki Beyer '15 did a 13-week stint last spring at Elmhurst Hospital, a city-run facility treating only patients with COVID-19 when she started. When she got done with a 12-hour shift at the hospital in Queens, she'd go back to Manhattan, where she took the stairs to her fourth floor apartment, reminding her of her days at Bonaventure Hall.

Spotlight on…Lorraine Fernandes ’80

Lorraine (Grunewaldt) Fernandes credits her medical records administration degree and Viterbo’s broad curriculum for preparing her for a variety of roles in her career, including consulting, management, sales, and executive leade
Meredith Hink

For Dietetics Grad, Service Is Food for the Soul

Meredith (Zondag) Hink ’01 grew up convinced of the importance of giving back to the community and helping those less fortunate. So when it came time to pursue her dream of becoming a dietitian, Viterbo University felt like home. Viterbo had at its core an emphasis on serving the community. “There always was an encouragement to give back, whether it was distributing bread to neighbors or working at Place of Grace,” she says.