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DNP Student Project a Great Benefit to Tomah Families
Mayo Clinic registered nurse and Viterbo University graduate student Jessica Lindblom launched the Weekend Backpack Food Program in Tomah for her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree research project.
For Andrew Sobkowiak, Viterbo Sparked Sustainability Quest
Andrew Sobkowiak '16 came to Viterbo University with an interest in environmental sustainability, but he graduated with a determination to have an impact. He now works at Prairie Moon Nursery in Winona, Minn., promoting biodiversity by helping a wide range of clients in their quests to ensure native prairie plants thrive.
Sister Lucy Slinger Dedicated to Lifelong Environmental Mission
Many a Viterbo University student has gained a sense of environmental responsibility from lessons taught by Lucy Slinger, FSPA ’73, ’06. The roots of her own green sensibility were an accident of birth.
Up Close: A Q&A with J. Todd Ondell
Viterbo faculty member J. Todd Ondell worked in his family’s business (17 Hardee’s restaurants) for almost 20 years. Ondell and his wife, Deb, later owned Grounded Specialty Coffee in downtown La Crosse.
Laurie Finn Hit the Ground Running in Business
Laurie (Otte) Finn ’87 and her husband, Frank, started their own business before she was even out of school. Thirty-five years later, Finnottes Nut & Chocolate Shop is still going strong.
Josh Clark Has a Full Plate with Culver’s
Josh Clark, who has a stake in 12 Culver's restaurants in four states on top of a related business consulting business and other ventures, has had to be creative in his career so he can balance business and family.
Maria Norberg Always Ready for a Challenge
Viterbo graduate Maria Norberg's adventures in entrepreneurship got rolling when Todd Ondell, her onetime business instructor, offered her the chance to buy his business, Grounded Specialty Coffee. She bought the coffee shop, then started a gourmet food truck.
Naomi Harm Out to Change the Face of Education
Like many entrepreneurs, Naomi (Hemesath) Harm '99 has a sharp eye for opportunity. Since her days in Viterbo University's education program, she has been on the lookout for ways to improve the way we educate our children, particularly when it comes to STEM—science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
There's No Standing Still for Colin Luz
When Colin Luz ’14 came to Viterbo University, his path seemed clear. Sport management was calling his name. Or so it seemed.