Undergraduate students walking towards Saint Joseph's Library

Our Shared Mission

How do we, as Hawks, live out our Mission? Explore responses from individuals across all our SJU locations!

 

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SJU's Mission Week is Feb 14-23, 2025!

Mark Maurer

Guided by Magis and a commitment to social justice, my Saint Joseph’s education shaped my service—from launching scholarships to working with Catholic Charities and Rebuild Together.


 

Mark Maurer

Class of 1997

Cassandra Benavides

Inspired by my Jesuit education, I taught ESL at SJU, then volunteered in Honduras with BECA—experiences that shaped my passion for education and service.


 

Cassandra Benavides

Class of 2018 & 2021

April Draine Nicholson

My Jesuit education at Saint Joe’s deepened my focus on cura personalis, shaping my commitment to lifelong learning, education, and caring for the whole person.


 

April Draine Nicholson
April Draine Nicholson

Class of 2003

Calyn Brewer, M.S.

The Jesuit value of People for Others has shaped my career, from leading innovation at Bethany Children’s Home to advocating for vulnerable youth and human trafficking prevention.


 

Calyn Brewer, M.S.
Calyn Brewer, M.S.

Class of 2023 & 2024

Mia Nixon

The Jesuit value of People for Others inspired me to found AI for Girls Enterprise, empowering young women with the skills and confidence to lead in artificial intelligence.


 

Mia Nixon
Mia Nixon

Class of 2023

Andy von Eschenbach

I never performed a surgery or led an organization without asking how to be even greater—because Magis means always striving to do more in service of others.


 

Andy von Eschenbach
Andy von Eschenbach

Class of 1963

Gary Buschta

Being very active in service and charity work, I thank Saint Joe’s for instilling in me the mission to follow Christ’s call to serve others and share the Good News.


 

Gary Buschta
Gary Buschta

Class of 1974

Armen Pandola

A science class at Saint Joe’s sparked a lifelong fascination with the modern world, proving that education is about more than just a job—it’s about discovering life’s wonders.


 

Armen Pandola
Armen Pandola

Class of 1972

Terri DiMartini-Greenlee

My Jesuit education led me to the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, shaping my work as a social worker, community member, and parent through service and solidarity.


 

Terri DiMartini-Greenlee
Terri DiMartini-Greenlee

Class of 1998

John. P Hughes Jr.

Guided by Magis, I have taken on challenges, started businesses, and embraced adversity—because a Jesuit education teaches us to always strive for The More.


 

John. P Hughes Jr.
John. P Hughes Jr.

Class of 1989

Janet Lloyd Murphy

The strong emphasis on service at Saint Joe’s shaped my career—from healthcare to youth mentoring—guiding my commitment to helping others.


 

Janet Lloyd Murphy
Janet Lloyd Murphy

Class of 1985

Kate Bailer

SJU instilled in me the value of being a person for others, guiding my commitment to advocacy and helping those in need, like my cousin seeking employment.


 

Kate Bailer
Kate Bailer
Maegen Brady DeLeo

The Jesuit value of cura personalis shapes my work as a physical therapist, guiding my care for patients, my team, and my community.


 

Maegen Brady DeLeo
Maegen Brady DeLeo

Class of 2011

Raya Abat-Robinson

My Jesuit education and service with JVC shaped my mission as a therapist and practice founder, guiding my commitment to cura personalis and expanding access to mental health care.


 

Raya Abat-Robinson
Raya Abat-Robinson

Class of 2014

Shelleon Bellille

My Saint Joe’s education taught me to encourage others to pursue their passions, sharing my knowledge so dreamers can reach their goals.


 

Shelleon Bellille
Shelleon Bellille

Class of 2020

Dr. Robert Palestini

Guided by Magis, I helped launch SJU’s first doctoral program—proving that the pursuit of the more is never-ending.


 

Robert Palestini
Dr. Robert Palestini

Class of 1963 & 1968

Michael J. Ruiz, Ph.D.

The ethical values and critical thinking skills I gained at Saint Joe’s helped me become a department chair before 30 and thrive as a professor for over 40 years.


 

Michael J. Ruiz, Ph.D.
Michael J. Ruiz, Ph.D.

Class of 1972