Tom Thibodeau Reflects on Viterbo's Servant Leadership Journey
The morning has flown by and as he brings the class to a close, Viterbo University Distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership Tom Thibodeau is going around the room asking his students to offer a word that sums up their experi
Faculty Focus: Q&A with Tom Thibodeau
In his 40 years at Viterbo University, Tom Thibodeau has become an integral part of the institution, a walking reminder of Viterbo's mission and the Franciscan values on which it was founded. Since joining Viterbo’s religious studies department as a full-time faculty member in 1984, he has earned a well-deserved reputation as a master teacher, gifted storyteller, inspirational speaker, and tireless advocate for servant leadership.
Julie Bennett Using Leadership Lessons as St. Vincent de Paul CEO
Since earning her Master of Arts in Servant Leadership Degree, Julie Bennett ’12 is leading and living her faith as CEO and executive director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Madison operation, overseeing a $16 million budget and 280 employees.
Raghad Al-Khazraji Makes International Students Feel at Home
Good luck finding someone more ideally qualified to help Viterbo’s international students feel at home and be successful than Raghad Al-Khazraji.
Tough Times Reveal Rewarding Path for Diciaula
In the course of earning two degrees from Viterbo, Alex Diciaula has gone from an ultracompetitive athlete to someone focused on helping others, bringing people together, and continually being present, joyful, and thankful.
Jervie Windom Is a Man with a Mission
Jervie Windom '15 was near the end of his military career when he decided to pursue a Master of Arts in Servant Leadership degree at Viterbo. Since retiring as master sergeant, he started a church near Houston, Texas, but his ministry can't be contained by the church walls.
2021 Distinguished Alumni Award Winner Aaron Rasch
Aaron Rasch has a history of community service and has long been a strong and tireless advocate for people living with mental illness, people struggling with addiction, and people who are homeless. In 2018, though, he took a great stride on the Franciscan path when he came to Place of Grace.
Business Dean Tonya Wagner an Agent of Change
For Tonya Wagner, becoming dean of Viterbo's College of Business, Leadership and Ethics perfectly meshes her love of higher education with her knack for being a change agent in the business world.