Podcasts – �鶹ԭ��

A Duhawk in Patriots Territory

Stephanie Ludovissy — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:56:34 +0000

Michael Runde (’20) Media Studies When Michael Runde (’20) began looking at colleges, he didn’t expect to stay in his hometown of Dubuque. At his parents’ encouragement, he agreed to visit �鶹ԭ��. An overnight stay changed his mind. “I just remember getting on campus for an overnight visit and just almost being mad because I loved it so much,” Michael shared.

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When Numbers Found Meaning

Stephanie Ludovissy — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:26:02 +0000

Brandi Jess (’16) Mathematics For Brandi Jess (’16), some of life’s biggest decisions have started with one simple question: “What do I have to lose?” Originally from Bellevue, Iowa, Brandi began college at the University of Iowa. After changing her major several times, she found herself torn between two interests: the analytical side of mathematics and statistics, and a desire to…

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Finding Home in the Wild

Stephanie Ludovissy — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:08:39 +0000

Tyler Venchus (’19) Business Administration & Marketing For Tyler Venchus (’19), the path from �鶹ԭ�� to the Alaskan wilderness wasn’t exactly a straight line, but it led him to a career and community that feel like home. Originally from Carol Stream, Illinois, Tyler first discovered �鶹ԭ�� through family friends. From the moment he visited campus, something clicked.

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From �鶹ԭ�� to the Big Leagues

Stephanie Ludovissy — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:22:57 +0000

Kylie DeWees (’17) Marketing A native of Marion, Iowa, Kylie DeWees (’17) chose �鶹ԭ�� because it offered the opportunity to stay close to family while continuing her tennis career. The College’s strong alumni network, faith, and welcoming community made it an easy decision. Although she arrived at �鶹ԭ�� unsure of her career path, Kylie quickly discovered the value of a Marketing…

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A Vision for Care

Stephanie Ludovissy — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:19:35 +0000

Zach Ney (’20) Biochemistry & Neuroscience Dr. Zachary Ney (’20) always knew he wanted a career that combined science, technology, and working with people. Growing up in Hartley, Iowa, he began exploring colleges early and found himself drawn to �鶹ԭ�� after a campus visit during his sophomore year of high school. “I fell in love with the campus the second I walked on,” Zach said.

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Where Passion Became Purpose

Stephanie Ludovissy — Tue, 12 May 2026 14:06:04 +0000

Emma Walsh ’17 Kinesiology & Exercise Science Emma Walsh (’17) turned her �鶹ԭ�� experience into a purpose-driven career rooted in service, philanthropy, and global impact. Originally from the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Emma grew up visiting the Galena area with her family every Fourth of July. Those trips made the Dubuque area feel familiar, so when it came time to begin her college…

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A Path Unfolding

Stephanie Ludovissy — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:55:41 +0000

Ervin Yahr III (’19) English Literature & Politics Ervin Yahr III (’19) embodies what it means to stay open to growth, embrace community, and follow where opportunity leads. Originally from Decorah, Iowa, Ervin was raised with an appreciation for liberal arts education, but �鶹ԭ�� wasn’t initially at the top of his list. With his sister, Kaitlin (Yahr) Pohland (’16)…

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A Year That Made the Difference

Rachel Moser — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:31:38 +0000

Megan Black (’17) Business Administration Evanston, Illinois For Megan Black (’17), �鶹ԭ�� wasn’t just where she finished college, it’s where everything clicked. Originally from Janesville, Wisconsin, Megan transferred to �鶹ԭ�� after her previous institution unexpectedly closed during her junior year. Faced with retaking entrance exams, reapplying to schools…

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The Duhawk Behind the Dozen

Stephanie Ludovissy — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:05:41 +0000

Neil Bingham ’17 English & Creative Writing Neil Bingham (’17) has always believed in the power of connection, a belief that ultimately led him to create one of �鶹ԭ��’s most meaningful young alumni initiatives: the Duhawk Dozen. Neil considered a state school, a city school, and �鶹ԭ�� when deciding where to attend college. While �鶹ԭ�� already felt familiar through years…

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Lifelong Learner, Civic Thinker

Stephanie Ludovissy — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:44:28 +0000

Conor Kelly ’21 Political Science and History A double major in Political Science and History, Conor dove into opportunities that challenged him to think critically and conversations that taught him to listen well. He embraced the chance to write opinion pieces for The Lorian, an experience that gave him confidence as both a writer and a thinker. “Seventeen-year-old me thought it was…

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