Willy Kasogoya

Willy Kasogoya is a native of Luuka District, Uganda, born and raised in the community he serves. He is currently the Youth Coordinator at See Them Grow Foundation, where he plays a crucial role in empowering and mentoring young people in the region. With a deep passion for youth empowerment, Willy has been actively involved […]

Yvette Kibwika

Yvette Kibwika is a Ugandan-American beauty queen and philanthropist who gained fame for her role as Miss Uganda North America. Yvette was born in Uganda and later moved to the United States to pursue her education. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of North Florida, where she was also an active […]

Barbara Shank

Barbara W. Shank

Barbara W. Shank, Dean and Professor Emerita, earned a BA from Macalester College and a MSW & PhD from the University of Minnesota. She was engaged in social work education for forty+ years. Under her leadership, the school grew from 50 to 600 students, 4 to 34 full-time faculty, and 1 to 5 programs offering 5 professional development institutes. […]

Lori Lundin

Lori Lundin is a long-time American broadcast journalist who has received multiple awards for her investigative reporting, including from the American Women in Radio and Television. She is particularly passionate about environmental and sustainability issues vital to the health and well being of future generations of humans and animals. Lundin considers herself a global citizen, […]

Franki Rezek

Franki received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of St. Thomas/St. Catherine University School of Social Work. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She has learned firsthand how education empowers those who struggle with poverty and adversity. Franki is the Founder and CEO […]