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Q&A with Chad Kolbe
Viterbo Associate Professor Chad Kolbe is in his 19th year of teaching the theatre professionals of tomorrow. Conservatory for the Performing Arts shows are made outstanding in large part to his work as technical director, production manager, and lighting designer.
"Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®" Coming to Viterbo University Oct. 28
The hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship—plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses—is coming to the Viterbo University Fine Arts Center with "Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®" Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. This performance is part of the 2025–26 Bright Star Season.
Gordon Murphy ’23
Gordon Murphy worked full-time as a tool maker while earning his engineering degree at Viterbo, determined to expand his career opportunities. Now a manufacturing engineer at Chart Industries, he applies both hands-on experience and technical knowledge to oversee the heat transfer fins on cryogenic exchangers used in energy, aerospace, and industrial gas systems.
Jacob Lee ’22
Jacob Lee ’22 started as an intern at Tailored Label Products and now leads a team as digital production supervisor. He credits Viterbo’s engineering program for equipping him with both technical skills and the leadership abilities crucial to his success.
Jacky Mathews ’22
Jacky Mathews ’22 took a chance on Viterbo’s brand-new engineering program, and it paid off. Now a Product Design Engineer at Trane, Jacky is putting her skills to work designing the future of HVAC technology.
Miranda Campbell ’25
A chance conversation led Miranda Campbell to Viterbo’s engineering program, where she gained hands-on experience redesigning dairy equipment at GEA Farm Technologies. She hopes to continue with the company after graduating in May.
Viterbo Employees Honored at Annual Rose Awards Ceremony
Sheila Severson, president’s office, was named Staff of the Year at the annual Viterbo University Rose Awards ceremony May 1. Benjamin Gonzales, theatre and musical theatre, was named the 2025 Teacher of the Year. Both are pictured with Viterbo President Rick Trietley, middle.
Faculty Member Shannon McManimon Helping to Develop Ethical Leaders
Viterbo’s ethical leadership doctorate program brings together professionals from diverse fields to develop real-world leadership skills rooted in ethics and collaboration. Director Shannon McManimon says the program empowers students to be the kind of change the world needs.
iLuminate to Light Up Viterbo Fine Arts Center Stage May 6
iLuminate will bring their incredible fusion of technology and dance when they perform at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 6 in the Viterbo University Fine Arts Center Main Theatre.