Leaving a Legacy
“She speaks with authority because she speaks from the heart.” I stumbled upon this quote posted on a student’s Facebook page. Christina is a budding journalist, talented in her own right, who has...
View ArticleBaccalaureate Benediction
I was invited to give the closing benediction at the University Baccalaureate service last week at Northwestern. What an honor! It is always a privilege to journey with our students each year, and it...
View ArticleYoung Women Making a Difference
This week, the National Catholic Reporter recognized 12 young women making a difference in the Church. I am honored to be counted among this group! As I watched the news spread via Facebook, I was...
View ArticleChocolate Chip Spirituality
It is a good thing that I did not give up cookies for Lent! Last week was Reading Week at Northwestern University, and the Student Advisory Board at the Sheil Catholic Center enthusiastically hosts...
View ArticleSome Definite Service
I am still clearing out emails. I have to admit, back in June, the task of responding to email was too overwhelming for me. After ten years on campus, there were countless relationships with...
View ArticleThe Gifts We Thought We Didn’t Need
Last night, we celebrated my final farewell at the Sheil Catholic Center. There have been many opportunities to say good-bye to people one-on-one, but it was important to see students in this...
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