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Bishop Noll Alumni Find Success in All Fields
To be featured in an alumni success story, please email jflorek@bishopnoll.org.
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Bishop Noll Unveils New Athletic Stadium, Ushering in a New Era
Bishop Noll Institute marked a new chapter in its 104-year history with the blessing and ribbon cutting of its long-awaited athletic stadium. The historic events kicked off the school year on a high note, signifying the culmination of years of planning and community support.Read More -
A Warrior for Human Rights
Read MoreThe 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. -
Alumni artist paints a new future at Bishop Noll
Read MoreFor 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. -
Heralded geneticist credits Noll with fostering passion for science
Read MoreAs 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. -
Bishop Noll inducts retired faculty member, school historian into Hall of Honor
Read MoreFor 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. -
Damien Harmon ’96 tells graduates: Believe in yourself and enjoy the ride
Read MoreFor 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. -
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.Read More -
BNI Alumna's College Grad Stats: 2.5 Years, 2 Majors, 3 Sports Seasons, 1 Full-Time Job
Read MoreWhen 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.
Alumni Business Directory
Alumni are encouraged to submit their business information to be included on our website. Please include your full name, maiden name (if applicable), graduation year, name and description of business, and contact information – including address, phone, email and business website URL.
Information here is provided by the individual alumnus, and not by Bishop Noll Institute. BNI attempts to publish only information it believes is correct, but is not responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information provided.
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Accounting
Laciak Accountancy Group
Joseph Laciak ‘71, owner
Geoffrey Laciak ‘96, accounting manager
Brian Laciak ‘96, accounting managerSchererville, IN
laciak.com
219.864.7000
VS Financial Services, Inc.
Valerie Hammer '86
Income tax preparation service
7236 W Benton Dr. Frankfort, IL 60423
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Construction
Kusiak Construction
As a family owned and operated business, Kusiak Construction serves all of Northwest Indiana with more than 50 years of experience. There is no residential construction project too big or too small for Kusiak Construction. -
DJ / Event Production
Ever After Events is Chicago and Northwest Indiana's most elegant DJ service and event production company.
"We specialize in elegant lighting, room draping and great music, personalized to fit your event's style." -
Finance
R.W. Devries
Greg Zagrocki '82
Munster, IN
219.836.2388Business and professional services/accounting -
Food and Drink
"Known simply as the 'The Cav' by those who frequent it, this Polish restaurant and bar has served the North Hammond neighborhood and Polish community for generations. Wally Sr. opened the Cavalier Inn in 1949. The tradition continues through Mary Kasprzycki and their son, Wally Jr. It thrives not only because of the consistently wonderful Polish food, but also because of the welcoming atmosphere instituted by Wally and Mary, and carried on dutifully by their son."708.946.3141
"Since 1977 the Princess Café has been a unique place for dining and drinking bringing together a large population from both states of Indiana and Illinois. Located in the south suburbs of Chicago, The Princess Café proudly offers the best in the meats and seafood selections." -
Funeral
Acevez Funeral Home
Robert Acevez '85, owner and funeral director
Juliann (Luketic) Acevez '91, owner
4819 Magoun Ave.
East Chicago, Ind.
(219) 398-1418Facebook - acevez funeral home
“I have over 20 years of experience as a funeral director in Lake County. Nothing gives me more joy than helping families who have a Bishop Noll connection ... BNI was an integral part of me becoming the person I am today. Acevez Funeral Home offers traditional and cremation services. We accept insurance policies from other funeral homes. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call or stop by for a cup of coffee.” - Juliann (Luketic) Acevez '91, ownerFife Funeral HomeHarold Fife '28; Jim '53; Jim '75; John Fife '78; Janice '80; Tom '82; Jeanne '87; Terry '92
Fife Funeral Home offers funeral and cremation services. Since 1898, Fife Funeral Home has been helping families of all traditions, faiths and backgrounds meet their individual needs during their time of loss and grieving. -
Health and Beauty
The Color Room
Beth Maio '13
Dyer, IN
Crown Point, INInstagram: colorroombeth219.365.0713 (Dyer)219.213.2620 (Dyer)"The vision of The Color Room Salon & Day Spa is to provide complete satisfaction in service and artistic integrity to all of our guests. In the future, we will establish our salon reputation as one of innovation, style, and a wonderful place of employment. Our team at the Color Room Salon & Day Spa is committed to providing the utmost expertise in guest satisfaction through our use of artistry, creativity, and an ongoing commitment to excellence." -
Industrial
Hammond Machine Works
Peter Nau ‘75
Hammond, IN
hammondmachine.com
219.933.0479"Hammond Machine Works offers a variety of precision machining, metal fabrication, engineering, assembly and finishing services all under one roof. Our goal is to provide a complete manufacturing solution. By providing the range of services we do, we aim to provide our customers with a one-stop destination for all their manufacturing needs.” -
Insurance
Dennis Fech ‘68
Fech Insurance Solutions
Fort Wayne, IN
260.435.0860Senior Health Advocate with answers to all your Medicare questions. Assistance also with life insurance, hospital indemnity, annuities, and more. Serving clients in Indiana. -
Law
Wilson & Novak, P.C.David R. Novak '90200 West 80th PlaceMerrillville, Indiana 46410(219) 757-0225https://www.facebook.com/Wilson-Novak-Law-Offices- 102358568970045 "I've been practicing over 20 years. I represent those who are injured in car crashes, slip and falls, in a medical malpractice and those injured at work (workers compensation)."Ritzi Law, LLC
Joni M. Ritzi '84, attorney, owner
Whiting, IN"I have been practicing law for 25 years and I concentrate in last will and testaments, living wills, living trust, POA (Power of Attorney) healthcare representatives, custody, divorce, child support, parenting time, visitation, real estate, trust/probate, estate planning, elder law, guardianships, adoption, civil cases, traffic, and O.W.I's. " -
Lifetime Creations
Personalized gifts for any occasion; Promotional products and awards for businesses, schools and organizations. -
Media
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Pharmacy
Fairmeadows Pharmacy
Dan Zurawski ‘65
Munster, IN
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Realtor
Century 21 Blue Sky Realty Group
Cheryl (Stanek) LaWell '67
Celebration, FL
407.572.3642 (mobile)Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Jen (Ruf) Poskin '96
Highland, IN
219.934.3419 (work)
219.313.7708 (mobile)
Keller Williams
Tina Duran '05
450 W. US Lincoln Hwy, 3rd Floor
Schererville, IN 46375
219.314.4762
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Sports Performance / Rehabilitation
Effort provides a multitude of services.
"We provide rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries in the clinic, personal training for those looking to live a healthy lifestyle, sports performance training for athletes looking to get take their abilities to another level, and sports medicine coverage to club sports programs, high schools, colleges, and professional sports teams." -
Therapy
Julie Durkin Berg '85
Therapeutic Branches
Cedar Lake, IN
219.390.7498Therapeutic Branches provides pediatric speech, physical and occupational therapy through Indiana First Steps (birth to 3 program) in Lake, Jasper and Newton counties.
Bishop Noll Institute, a diverse, Catholic college preparatory school, partners with local faith communities to empower young adults to live their faith in Christ through ministry, scholarship, and leadership.