Notre Dame has a long and strong tradition of service and being a force for good.

Fr. Hesburgh’s commitment to serving others was the seed that grew into impactful service initiatives – both in our community and on a global scale. His leadership and personal example offered thousands of students the opportunity to come away with “the experience and knowledge that young people, all people, can do good for others less fortunate, and in so doing reap the personal gratification and satisfaction of knowing they have helped their fellow men.” 

Be inspired by our speaker lineup of alumni and faculty who are shining examples of service – just like Fr. Ted.

Host: 

• Suzanne Shanahan, Ph.D., Leo and Arlene Hawk Executive Director, Center for Social Concerns

Speakers:

• Erin Kerr ‘01, CEO Blessings in a Backpack
• Tom Purekal ‘98, Program Director Pulte Institute for Global Development - Innovation and Practice Division
• Nia Daye ‘13, Assistant Director of Philanthropy at Mercy Neighborhood Ministries of Philadelphia
• James Sullivan ‘93, Professor of Economics, Co-Founder of the Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO), University of Notre Dame
• Dr. Robert J. Dempsey, ‘73, Manucher Javid Professor and Chairman of the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Wisconsin

This podcast is recorded from a live event that took place at the University of Notre Dame's Reunion June 20223.

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