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
Benjamin Olejniczak
Benjamin Olejniczak ’13 was named a 2023 Consulting-Specifying Engineer 40 Under 40 winner. He joined ESD after completing an internship program with the company and became a staff engineer. He quickly advanced, first serving as a project engineer and then as the de facto mechanical lead for ESD’s largest client. Ben is cited for his design creativity, work ethic, and credibility with clients as key factors in his rise as a leader in ESD’s hyperscale data center business. In May 2022, he was the recipient of the ESD Leadership Award.
Published Fall 2022
Katie Szymanski
Katie Szymanski ’13 J.D. joined Varnum LLP’s estate planning practice. During her time at Valpo, Katie was the recipient of the National Association of Women Lawyers Outstanding Law Student Award.
Bryan Rogers
Bryan Rogers ’13 J.D. was named partner at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, in January 2022. Bryan concentrates his practice on construction litigation, commercial litigation, and business disputes, as well as general trial practice.
Thaddeus Harrell
Thaddeus Harrell ’13 J.D. joined the law firm Dinsmore & Shohl LLP as a labor and employment specialist.