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Young children walking out front of the school house.
Faith in Action
A deeply involved member of 51³Ô¹Ï’s Student Religious Council, Fran O’Brien '65 had a fundamental belief in social justice. It was that belief that led her to become the only 51³Ô¹Ï student to participate in the Freedom Summer of 1964.
Rachel Seibert smiling working.
Where It Really Works | Randall Children's Hospital
Rachel Seibert BSW '12 was called to medical social work — and to Randall Children’s Hospital — by personal experience. At 18, she was in an accident that nearly claimed her life. She was treated at Randall for more than two years by some of the same people who are, today, her colleagues.
"Ask Yourself What You're Missing"
Use your social networks and ask people questions, says Mike Geraci '91. The first in his family to attend college, Geraci chose Pacific, where he went on to become an associate professor in the Department of Media Arts.
Mike Steele
"Like an Oasis in the Desert"
When Mike Steele was told he should go to college, he named the best he'd heard of: Notre Dame. One of the most beloved professors at 51³Ô¹Ï, Steele went from being the first in his family to attend college to earning a PhD and living a career in academia.
Mark Loomis pictured in the gym
'If That's What You Need, I'm Your Guy'
Mark Loomis OTD '17 spent more than 10 years as a search-and-rescue swimmer in the Navy, serving in the Middle East. He's since embarked on a new career as an occupational therapist, hoping to help other veterans with the transition to civilian life.
Jennifer Hardacker
You Think College is for You? Yes!
A high-school counselor once doubted Jennifer Hardacker's ability to attend college. Hardacker was the first in her family to go to college and has gone on to earn a master of fine arts, become an award-winning filmmaker, and teach at 51³Ô¹Ï.
Pharmacy Research Lab
The 51³Ô¹Ï School of Pharmacy is home to a state-of-the-art research lab.