http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/christopher-bonwit-obituary?pid=1000000183337788

Mark A. Witucki

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Gail Slevin’s father, Don Casey Sr., passed away on Christmas Eve in Vero Beach, FL. Gail and her mother were with Don when he passed away.

Anyone who knows Gail has heard her describe her close family’s deep love and affection for Don. Gail tells of her Dad’s extraordinary gifts as a writer and communicator, a talent shared by all the siblings. He was devoted to Gail’s mother Carole – sadly, Christmas Eve is Carole’s birthday.

Don’s obituary is below. The funeral was held on December 30 in Vero Beach, FL. Please hold Gail and her family in thought and prayer during this difficult time.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tcpalm/obituary.aspx?n=donald-m-casey&pid=183239905&

Sincerely,
Anne Griffith

Dear team,

We are pleased to announce that Matt Gelchion will join the Storytelling & Engagement team as the Director of Creative Strategy and Design for Annual Giving, effective February 1.

Matt has spent the past three years leading the national recruiting efforts for the Alliance for Catholic Education at Notre Dame, which saw a record number of applications in 2016. Prior to this role, he served ACE both as the Associate Director for K-12 Educational Access and as a high school teacher at Resurrection High School in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

Matt received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Notre Dame in 2009 and 2011, where he met his wife Brittany. He holds an advisory role with the Career Center as a member of its recruiting council and, since 2012, has served as a coach for Notre Dame men’s and women’s boxing (and is a former Bengal Bouts champion, 2006.)

Please join us in welcoming Matt!

Jim Small and Ryan Brennan

Dear Colleagues,

I am pleased to announce that Major Regan Jones will be joining the Academic Advancement team on Monday, January 9 as senior project manager for multi-disciplinary initiatives (aka Big Ideas). This two-year term position is jointly supported by University Relations and the Provost Office to ensure innovative planning, disciplined project management, and a strong partnership with Development, is being provided as new multi-disciplinary initiatives continue to emerge and result in transformative opportunities for Notre Dame. One particular project Regan will focus on this spring includes Notre Dame’s new military/veterans initiative, which will include serving as liaison to fundraisers interested in knowing more about the needs and priorities associated with this important effort.

Regan, who retired this past month as infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, has served the past 2.5 years at Notre Dame as Director of Operations for the ROTC Programs (Navy, Army, and Air Force). Prior to Notre Dame, Regan completed two combat deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and one deployment in support the 31st Marine Expedition Unit in the pacific theater of operations. His awards include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device and the Purple Heart Medal for injuries sustained during combat operations. Regan has an undergraduate degree from the University at Albany in Political Science and a Master of Business Administration degree from Florida State University. He and his wife, Mary, along with their three children, reside in Granger, Indiana.

Please join me in welcoming Regan to the team!  We are thrilled to have him on board.

Yours in Notre Dame,

Jim Morrison

Sr. Director of Academic Advancement

The viewing will be held on Friday, January 6th, 6:00-8:00 pm, with the Rosary at 7:30 pm.

Marty Harshman

Senior Director, Regional Development

The Eddy Street Smart Car is currently out of service for repairs. A notice will be sent when the repairs are completed. Thank you for your patience.

Vicki Reeder

Dear Colleagues,

I am delighted to announce that Heather Hakanen will transition to the Organizational Effectiveness team effective immediately to serve as the team’s Senior Administrative Assistant.

For the past 12 years, Heather has served as an integral member of several departments across campus including Development Advancement Services, the Office of Continuous Improvement, the Office of Campus Services, and most recently the Office of Campaign Administration. Heather has continued to exhibit much flexibility and professionalism while acclimating herself to each new office, task, and campus partnership.

Please join me in congratulating Heather as she embarks on the next phase of her career in serving Notre Dame.

All my best,

Brad

Corporate Relations has an open position for a Program Director. If you are interested in exploring this position please visit jobs.nd.edu and/or contact Ann Moran or Nathan Utz.

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Natella Micola

Recruiting Coordinator