WHY I GIVE…�“We are blessed with the

best at Saint Ben's. It is sucha great feeling to know I am

part of this community by supporting students.”

Larry ChristenParent of a Bennie

FA C I L I T I E S D I R E C T O R

Physical Plant

WHY I GIVE…�“I had a fantastic education at Saint

Ben's - one that prepared me well for asuccessful career in public accounting.

I loved it so much I came back,this time as a faculty member.

My two daughters have alsoselected Saint Ben's, so it has

become a family passion!”

Mary Jepperson '80Parent of a Bennie

A S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R , C H A I R

Accounting and Finance

WHY I GIVE…“Saint Ben's students have agenuine enthusiam for their

future. �e laughter andwonderful conversations

we share are great!”

Onnah DeuhsC U S T O D I A N

Custodial Maintenance

WHY I GIVE…�“I want to pay it forward.

Someone did it for me whenI was a student, and it's now

my time, responsibility,and desire to do the

same for others.”

Marcia Mahlum '96

D I R E C T O R

Campus Recreation

WHY I GIVE…�“I bring artists from all over theworld to our campuses, and eachand every artist is wildly impressedby the caliber of our students. �e conversation generally goes something like this, ‘I wish all college students were as capable, insightful, polite, thoughtful and motivated as your students. �ey're unbelievable!’

And I tell the artists,they're right.”

Brian JoseE X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R

Fine Arts Programming

,

WHY I GIVE…“I feel very fortunate to have

experienced Saint Ben's as both a student and an employee. It is a

combination of these experiencesthat has deepened my appreciation

for the unique liberal arts,gendered education that

Saint Ben's o�ers and inspiredme to give back to the

institution that hasbeen instrumental in my

own development.”

Emily Cook-Lundgren '06

C H I E F O F S TA F F A N D E X E C U T I V E A S S I S TA N T

President's O�ce

“We are regular donors to Saint Ben's to supportsustainability programs and opportunities for studentswho might not otherwise have the ability to attenda private liberal arts college. In both cases weview our support as an investment in thefuture, not just for the individuals itdirectly impacts, but for the broadercommunity that will learn andbene�t from the educationSaint Ben's o�ers ourfuture leaders, neighbors,and colleagues.”

Theresa AndersonA D V I S O R

Academic Advising

Derek LarsonA S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R

History and Environmental Studies

WHY WE GIVE…

WHY I GIVE…“I give because of thewonderful young womenwho attend Saint Ben’swith a strong desirefor learning. We lookto them to be leadersfor the future.”

John DomanB U S D R I V E R

Transportation

WHY I GIVE…

LuAnn ReifParent of a Bennie

A S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R

Nursing

“I contribute because I believe inthe mission of our institutionsand that we have a signi�cant impacton the development of future leaders.Every year, I am impressed withthe quality of our studentsand feel it is a privilege tohave an opportunity to beinvolved in theireducational journey.I see my contributionas a way to supporttheir pursuit of aquality education.”

WHY I GIVE…“As a Johnnie, spouse of a Bennie, and

father to a Class of 2033 Bennie hopeful,I've been able to experience the

positive impact Saint Ben's has onthe world. It is great to be able to

work at and give back to aplace that has played such a

signi�cant role in my ownpersonal development.”

Jon Bruns '05

C O O R D I N AT O R

Events and Conferences

WHY I GIVE…“Bennies - Every day, I hear your

stories. You con�de in me withyour struggles, your joys, your

hopes, dreams and aspirations.I've learned who you are and

who you hope to be

... and I believe in you!”

Jessica Guentzel '05

D I R E C T O R

Campus Ministry

,

WHY I GIVE…“As a proud alum and employee, I feeland witness the Saint Ben's experience

every day. Women leave Saint Ben's truly changed; they are inspired, con�dent,

compassionate, and eager to followtheir life’s passion. Bennies

experience a highly esteemededucation and countless

opportunities, empoweringthem to become leaders andultimately create their own

destiny. �e world needs moreBennies. I believe in helping

make their tomorrow possible.”

Erica Rademacher '03

A S S I S TA N T D I R E C T O R

Career Services

WHY I GIVE…�“I feel lucky to work at a

place that gives young women opportunities to reach their

full potential.”

Bev OvermanA C C O U N T I N G A S S I S TA N T

Business O�ce

WHY I GIVE…�“I give because it was me

and now it's you.We are Saint Ben's.”

Abby Campbell '06

A D M I S S I O N R E P R E S E N TAT I V E

Admission O�ce

Kay WolsbornP R O F E S S O R , C H A I R

Political Science

WHY I GIVE…�“I have tremendous

con�dence in the aspirationsof Saint Ben's students.

�ese young women willprovide the leadership

we need fora better future.”

WHY I GIVE…

Ken JohannesParent of a Bennie M A I N T E N A N C E / L O C K S M I T H

Physical Plant

“I appreciate working withthe students each day. I know they appreciate when an employee gives back and believes in supporting their education at Saint Ben's.”

Mike DurbinAT H L E T I C M E D I A R E L AT I O N SH E A D B A S K E T B A L L C O A C H

Athletics

“I have had the pleasure of working with over 300 student-athletes during my time at Saint Ben’s. Each year,I watch the transformativepower of the Saint Ben’sexperience. Students leavechanged – more con�dent,empowered, and ready toface the challenges thataccompany following theirdreams. �at is why Ibelieve so deeply in theexperience o�ered here.”

WHY I GIVE…

Pam ImmelmanI N S T R U C T O R

First Year Seminar

I GIVE…to make your education possible.

Stephen StelznerP R O F E S S O R

Psychology

WHY I GIVE…“I value my own liberal arts

education and I enjoy teachingCSB/SJU students in a liberal arts

atmosphere. I give to make thatsame educational experience a

reality for more students.”

Shirley Miller '61Parent of a Bennie

E V E N I N G G R I L L L E A D

Culinary Services

I GIVE…to make your education possible.

WHY I GIVE…“It is my privilege to honor thecommunity with a contribution thatcan provide sacred space and opportunitiesfor young women. Contributing isrewarding knowing that theseyoung women will be takingthe experiences they have atSaint Ben's with them –experiences that willstrengthen and shapetheir future. ”

Jodie Peschl '94

O F F I C E C O O R D I N AT O R

Companions on a Journey

John OlsonP R O F E S S O R

Economics

I GIVE…to make your education possible.

WHY I GIVE…“I have the opportunity tomeet and work with many

wonderful and extraordinarySaint Ben's students.Learning more about

them and their individualexperiences has inspired

me to give.”

Jessica ReiterA S S I S TA N T D I R E C T O R

Events and Conferences

WHY I GIVE…“My gift is inspired by thetalented women I meet whether she is a student-athlete or student employee. �ey demonstrate signi�cant growth during their four years at Saint Ben's and see in themselves opportunity to make a di�erence in the world.

�at is inspiring!”

Carol Howe-VeenstraAT H L E T I C D I R E C T O R

Athletics

WHY I GIVE…“My gift is inspired by the young

women I have met throughout myyears at Saint Ben’s. �ey have beenand continue to be capable, giving,

thoughtful, and enthusiastic.�eir development while atSaint Ben’s proves to me the

value of a liberal artseducation – and I give to

ensure others thesame opportunity.”

Bev RadaichA D M I N I S T R AT I V E A S S I S TA N T

English and Humanities Division