Valpo alumni are doing amazing things across the country and around the world — in their professional and personal lives. They’re leading industries, contributing knowledge, and serving in a multitude of ways. These class notes offer a glimpse into their activities, accomplishments, and milestones. If you have news to share with your fellow Valpo alumni, please share it below.
Published Fall 2024
Nancy Janke
Nancy Janke ’88 is pleased to announce that the last of her five children has graduated from Valparaiso University, completing the Janke family era at Valpo. These include Matthew Janke ’17 BSEE & CC, Olivia Janke ’20 BS Chemistry & Biology, Natalie Janke ’21 BA Vocal Performance and Nathan Janke ’24 BSBE & CC ( with Nolan Janke getting his BSEE from Michigan State University.)
Published Fall/Winter 2017
Ted Nickel
Ted Nickel ’88 was elected the 2017 president of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) after serving as the NAIC vice president in 2016. Ted’s career in the insurance industry began in 1993, when he began 18 years of employment with Church Mutual Insurance Company. He currently serves as State Insurance Commissioner. Ted resides in Madison, Wisconsin, with his wife, Kim, and their children, Jack and Anie.
Julie Meyer
Julie Meyer ’88 delivered the keynote speech at the GS1 General Assembly in Mexico in 2016. GS1 is a global, neutral, nonprofit standards organization that brings efficiency and transparency to the supply chain. The organization created the barcode in 1974.
Marisa Gervasio Jenny and Steve Jenny
Marisa Gervasio ’88 Jenny and Steve Jenny ’88 hosted a Valpo event in Salt Lake City on Saturday, March 4 to cheer on the Crusaders during the Horizon League Tournament.
Published Spring/Summer 2016
Caryn Reister Paulus
Caryn Reister ’88 Paulus was honored as a Dallas/Fort Worth Great 100 Nurse in April 2015. The event honors 100 RNs who were nominated by their peers and selected for being role models, leaders, community servants, compassionate caregivers, and significant contributors to the nursing profession.
Published Summer 2015
William C. Wagner
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP attorney William C. Wagner ’88, ’92 J.D., was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2015.