BNI Alumni

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  • Welcome home, Warriors

    You are part of a proud legacy that began in 1921. Bishop Noll Institute established your foundation through a college preparatory experience grounded in Catholic values, shaping your Mind, Body, and Soul for success. Our alumni continue to reflect this commitment as influential members of the global community.

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  • What is the Annual Fund?

    Unlike an endowment, which provides long-term support, the Annual Fund is used for operations to cover immediate needs during each school year. This essential funding can include:

    -Faculty & Staff: Attracting and retaining top-notch teachers and employees through competitive salaries and professional development.
    -Academics: Funding curriculum enhancements, new technology and classroom resources.
    -Student Life: Supporting athletics, fine arts and extracurricular activities.
    -Financial Aid: Providing tuition assistance to families who couldn't otherwise afford a Catholic education.
    * A common misconception is that tuition covers all school expenses. In reality, tuition covers only a percentage of the total cost, with the annual fund making up the difference.

  • What is the 1921 Society?

    The 1921 Legacy Society: Stakeholders are invited to include Bishop Noll in their estate plans. There is no minimum contribution, and all bequests will go into the unrestricted endowment fund. Donors will be recognized with a nameplate on a designated location in the school, each with a link to an interview sharing your story and the “why” behind your gift – a story that can inspire others.

  • What is the Founders Circle?

    The Founders Circle: This is the highest level of permanent recognition at BNI. Receipt of a contribution of at least $500,000 to the unrestricted endowment solidifies your place as a founder of the future. Founders Circle honorees will receive a permanent plaque with their name and visual recognition, complete with a link to their story to share their legacy with the BNI community. This commitment will also be celebrated with a special Mass and special event to commemorate the hanging of the plaque.

  • What is the Endowment?

    This fund is professionally managed, much like a personal retirement fund. While the Annual Fund covers immediate needs, the endowment is for the long term. A healthy endowment provides a steady stream of income to cover major repairs, fund more financial assistance, and support new infrastructure for years to come.

    Growing the endowment is a long-term process, but is essential for the school's financial security and to ensure Bishop Noll Institute will be here to serve generations of students for years to come.

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  • Upcoming Events

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  • Jon Foreman Live: A Thank You Concert for Noll Faculty & Donors

    Join us for an exclusive evening of music, food, and community at Bishop Noll. We're hosting a special concert featuring Jon Foreman, the lead singer of the Grammy-winning rock band Switchfoot. It's the perfect night out for Switchfoot fans, live music lovers, or anyone who wants to support a great cause.
     
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  • Princess Brunch

    Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Bishop Noll Institute invites families to attend its first Princess Brunch, taking place from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, December 6. The morning will include princess visits, crafts, treats and more magical experiences.
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  • Welcome to the Bishop Noll Alumni Association! 

    Throughout Bishop Noll's 105-year-plus history, alumni have found connections to each other and their alma mater. Thanks to modern technology, it is easier for them to interact and connect. While many groups meet and plan reunions based on their graduating year, several have also begun to meet based on their geographical locations. 

Read the latest Noll Alumni News

Read past and current issues of Noll Today Alumni Magazine and Bishop Noll Institute Annual Reports.
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Alumni News Stories

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  • After a remarkable career, a familiar face at Bishop Noll Institute, Mrs. Rosalie (Hauter) Schmidt has retired. A 1970 alumna of Bishop Noll, Schmidt’s journey into education began not in a classroom, but within her own busy childhood home.

    Alumna-turned-teacher bids farewell to classroom

       After a remarkable career, a familiar face at Bishop Noll Institute, Mrs. Rosalie (Hauter) Schmidt has retired. A 1970 alumna of Bishop Noll, Schmidt’s journey into education began not in a classroom, but within her own busy childhood home. 
       “I’m the oldest of a large family,” she said. “I grew up helping my siblings to walk, tie their shoes, ride a bike, and learn multiplication. I watched them learn, and that everyone does not learn the same way. That has been a valuable lesson.”
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  • Judge Borah, Bishop Noll Class of 1966

    A Warrior for Human Rights

    The Honorable William J. Borah recently accepted the Illinois State Bar Association's 2023-2024 Elmer Gertz Human & Civil Rights Award. A 1966 graduate of Bishop Noll, Judge Borah's journey began in the heart of the Region, where he credits his early exposure to diverse populations with shaping his dedication to justice and equality. This foundation, coupled with a distinguished legal career, earned him this honor in the Illinois legal community.
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  • Moore family siblings Russell, Ryan, Robert, Richard, Dana, Dawn and Denise attended Bishop Noll Institute, where Dana is currently teaching 2D Art and Freshman Seminar.

    Alumni artist paints a new future at Bishop Noll

    For Ms. Dana Moore, the halls of Bishop Noll whisper stories that resonate deeply. Not just as a dedicated 2-D art teacher, but as a 2010 graduate who's returned to nurture the next generation of Warriors. 
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  • Dr. Guillermina “Gigi” Lozano is now a world-renowned geneticist, leading her own cancer research lab at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

    Heralded geneticist credits Noll with fostering passion for science

    As a young girl growing up in East Chicago, Guillermina Lozano knew she loved learning. When she found herself at Bishop Noll her freshman year of high school, that fire inside of her was further ignited by an atmosphere devoted to education. So much so that when her family moved to Whiting a few years later and her dad suggested she attend public school, she found a job and paid for her own tuition and bus fare to continue going to Noll.
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  • Terry McMahon Putz was inducted into the Bishop Noll Institute Hall of Honor during the annual donor reception and Hall of Honor ceremony Nov 27.

    Bishop Noll inducts retired faculty member, school historian into Hall of Honor

    For her decades of service and dedication to Bishop Noll as a teacher and later as its volunteer historian, Terry McMahon Putz was inducted into the Bishop Noll Institute Hall of Honor during the annual donor reception and Hall of Honor ceremony held at Briar Ridge Country Club Nov 27. 
       Putz, a 1966 BNI graduate, was honored in the “Outstanding Alumna & Faculty Member” category for her service to Bishop Noll and the Diocese of Gary, for her passion in the classroom, her commitment to students and the school’s mission, and her labors of documenting the ancestral BNI family.
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  • Damien Harmon, a 1996 graduate of Bishop Noll, serves as senior executive vice president of customer, channel experiences and enterprise services for Best Buy Co. Inc., the leading consumer electronics retailer in North America.

    Damien Harmon ’96 tells graduates: Believe in yourself and enjoy the ride

       For its 100th graduation ceremony, Bishop Noll Institute welcomed home a commencement speaker who lives as a BNI Warrior in mind, body and soul. 
       Damien Harmon, a 1996 graduate, serves as senior executive vice president of customer, channel experiences and enterprise services for Best Buy Co. Inc., the leading consumer electronics retailer in North America. 
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  • Bishop Noll grad hits million dollar mark in college scholarship offers

    Matthew Salazar, Bishop Noll Class of 2022, earned more than $1 million in college scholarship offers.
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  • BNI Alumna's College Grad Stats: 2.5 Years, 2 Majors, 3 Sports Seasons, 1 Full-Time Job

    When Elizabeth Buksa, a 2019 Bishop Noll Institute alumna, graduated from St. Xavier University Friday, she will do so after only five college semesters – with a double major, three seasons of playing college volleyball and an internship all under her belt.
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The Advancement Office at Bishop Noll Institute is the school leader for alumni relations, marketing and fundraising. The Advancement Office seeks to reach as many of our alumni & friends with the good news about everything happening at Noll.

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    Eddie Limon 

    Vice President of Advancement
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    Jennifer Florek 

    Associate Director of Advancement
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  • Photo of Julianne Sandoval

    Julianne Sandoval 

    Alumni Engagement Coordinator
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  • Photo of Nico Gonzalez

    Nico Gonzalez 

    Alumni Data & Content Coordinator
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