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 2023
Glenn Jaffe
In recognition of his many years of service to the advancement of chiropractic in North Carolina, Glenn Jaffe ’99, D.C., was awarded the Legacy of the Long Leaf Pine by the North Carolina Chiropractic Association — the highest honor bestowed by the association. He completed a term of nine years of service on the board, including two as president. During this time, he was also awarded 2014 Member of the Year and 2021 Doctor of the Year.
Published Fall 2022
Brad Pierce
Brad Pierce ’99 has been creative director with HAVEN Home Staging in downtown Chicago for nine years. Brad leads the company’s aesthetic and oversees its on-trend inventory. Brad has assisted hundreds of homeowners in preparing their homes to sell and has a proven eye for elevating spaces to their fullest potential with creativity and practicality. Brad is passionate about the city’s neighborhoods and the people who live in them through his work with realtors, developers, and homeowners. Brad lives in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood with his wife, Melanie, and daughter, Sarah (9).
Published Fall 2021
S. Glenn Jaffe
S. Glenn Jaffe ’99 was appointed to a second term as president of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association.
Published Fall 2019
Melissa Bledsoe Nietzel
Melissa Bledsoe ’99 Nietzel graduated in December 2018 with her MBA from Pepperdine University Graziadio Business School. In January 2019, she was promoted to Silicon Valley Office Partner for Technical Accounting and IPO Services at Connor Group, located in Santa Clara, California.
Glenn Jaffe
Dr. Glenn Jaffe ’99 was named 2019 president of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association (NCCA). Glenn has served the NCCA as an executive board officer since 2014, most recently as senior vice president. He also serves as the legislative chair and as a member of the NCCA-PAC board. In 2014, he received the NCCA Member of the Year award recognizing outstanding service and leadership