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
David Esala and Erika Walden
David Esala ’10 & Erika Walden ’14 Esala are excited to share the news of the birth of their second child, Otto Jacob Esala, on August 15, 2024.
Danny Hodgkinson
Danny Hodgkinson ’10 begins his term as Lake County Bar Association President. Hodgkinson, a partner at the law office of McCollum Hodgkinson & Nikitas will take office on June 6, 2024, for a one-year term as the President of the Lake County Bar Association (LCBA).
Published Summer 2015
Richard Amburgey
Richard Amburgey ’10 MALS was recently selected as a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) fellow, one of 10 fellows selected nationally, where he will have the opportunity to participate and develop proficiency in the leadership competencies for the office of the Chief Security Officer.
Mandy Chalk
Mandy Chalk ’10 graduated with a master of public affairs from Indiana University South Bend in December 2014.
Sherri Nord
Sherri Nord ’10 MALS, a teacher for eight years, has been recognized as one of the Porter County Teachers of Excellence in October 2014.
Jonathan Rudy
Jonathan Rudy ’10, son of Dale ’84 and Melinda Meints ’84 Rudy, won first prize in the American Guild of Organists competition in summer 2014.