Alumni

Alumni Stories

Building on a Great Start

Our graduates enjoy uncommon success in a variety of demanding careers. Here are a few of their stories.

Alumni News

Trustee Lamell McMorris to Chair Red Cross Diversity Council

The Washington, D.C.-based public affairs expert and human rights advocate will start his new post immediately.

Historian Keith Koeneman Offers Appraisal of Mayor Richard M. Daley

Chicago historian Keith Koeneman discussed his biography of the former mayor at Elmhurst on May 8.

Student-Researcher Wins Award at National Conference

Senior Matt Rohde is honored for his research on the ways in which companies encourage innovation.

Author Michael Pollan Talks About Cooking as Transformation

The award-winning author's latest book, Cooked, argues that the best predictor of health is whether your food is cooked by a person or a corporation.

Elmhurst College Announces Its 2013 Honorary Degree Recipients

Two prominent alumni and the president of the Association of American Colleges and Universities will be honored during Commencement on June 1, 2013.

Chicago Tribune Critic Talks about the Future of Movie-going

On April 25, Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips examined the impact of technology on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Cultural Critic Laura Kipnis Presents a Defense of Narcissism

Author, teacher, artist and cultural critic Laura Kipnis presented the Genevieve Staudt Guestship Lecture on April 24.

Chicago Teachers Union President Discusses the Problems of Urban Education

In an April 15 lecture at Elmhurst, Karen Lewis talked about education reform efforts, school closings, and the impact of entrenched poverty.

‘Laughing Matters’ Symposium Explores Humor in American Art

Elmhurst College's collection of Chicago Imagist works inspires a day of discussions.

Dean of Students Emeritus James Cunningham, 1938-2013

The former Elmhurst professor and longtime producer and emcee of the Elmhurst College Jazz Festival died on April 6.

Class Notes

Josie Juncal, M.S. '01
was named vice president of new commercial operations for SkinMedica, the fastest-growing professional skin care company in the United States. With more than 10 years of sales experience, Josie holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Irvine, and a master’s degree in industrial/organizational psychology from Elmhurst College.

Jim Knapik ’86
has been appointed CEO of Vantrix, a global leader in mobile video mediation, video optimization and delivery solutions. He has more than 20 years of industry experience, including serving as president and CEO of OZ Communications, a leading solution provider in mobile messaging.

Glenn Lid '79
was one of five teachers nationwide to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame in 2012. A chemistry teacher at Proviso East High School in Maywood since 1979, he coaches boys’ varsity basketball and is the assistant coach for wrestling and golf.

Andrew R. McKillop '59
is in his 14th year as administrator of Okeechobee Health Care Facility in Florida. In August 2011 the Florida Health Care Association honored him with the Arthur H. Harris Government Services Award in recognition of his hard work with long-term care residents. Andrew has worked in health care for more than 50 years.

Donald Skenandore '10
earned a master’s degree in biomedical science at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in May 2012, and began his studies at Rosalind Franklin’s Chicago Medical School in the fall. A member of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin, Donald participated in the “Native Americans into Medicine” program in 2009 while completing his undergraduate work at Elmhurst College in exercise science and Spanish. Last year he was one of many who volunteered for disaster relief in Joplin, Missouri, after tornados ravaged the area in May 2011. He has also served as a caregiver at Home Instead Senior Care and volunteered at Elmhurst Memorial Health Care for three years.

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