Alumni
Welcome Home, Eagles
In the Alumni Association. Now what?
As a member of the Benedictine Alumni Association, you share a common thread with alumni across the globe. From the education you received, the memories you created, and the lifelong friendships you formed, the Alumni Association can help you stay connected to the Benedictine Community.
Give
Make a lasting impact and support the vibrant life of BenU you know and love! The financial influence of Benedictine University alumni represents a vital resource for enriching student life, fueling scholarships, enhancing facilities, and empowering our mission. Leave your legacy and make an impact!
Volunteer
As a valued member of the Alumni Association, you have the unique opportunity to inspire and guide future leaders. Sharing your time, network, and wisdom embodies our core value of giving back, ensuring a brighter future for both you and our community.
Class Notes
We know you’ve been out there doing incredible things – and we want to hear about it! Whether it’s a career milestone, personal achievement, or exciting life event, your updates inspire and connect our Alumni Association. We want to celebrate you – submit your class note today!
Events
Stay informed and engaged through our Events section! Explore special reunions, networking opportunities, social gatherings, and more. Whether you’re looking to reconnect, share experiences, or give back, our events are the perfect way to stay involved.
Stay connected! Update your contact information and never miss our on alumni news or opportunities.
Matthew Johnson, Director, Alumni & Career Services
630-829-6037 | [email protected]
Isabel Cruz, Coordinator, Alumni Relations
630-829-6077 | [email protected]
Alumni Magazine
Unraveling our stories: the Benedictine Magazine is here!
Alumni board Scholarship Recipient
Neena Franklin ’23 (Westchester, IL)
Nutrition and Dietetics major
I am honored to have been chosen to receive the Alumni Board Scholarship as it allows me to continue to get the most out of my education. This school has given me more than I could imagine through the incredible staff as well as the Benedictine community. I hope to one day be able to give back to the school that has given me so much, in a similar way that the Alumni Association has most graciously helped me. I am the person I am today because of the generosity and genuine people who I have experienced during my time here at Benedictine. Thank you to all those that have ever been able to proudly say they are an Eagle.
Recent Alumni News
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Benedictine University Awards Honorary Doctorate to Alumnus Peter Foyo
Benedictine University (BenU) conferred an honorary Doctorate of Human Letters to alumnus Peter Foyo, ’87, during the University’s Commencement Ceremony on May 3, 2025, at the Rosemont Theater in Rosemont, […]
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Benedictine University Celebrates Graduates at 135th Commencement
Benedictine University (BenU) honored the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates at its 135th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. in Lisle, IL.; and Saturday, May […]
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BenU Alum John Smith-Coppes, EdD ’17, MBA, named Co-President of West Coast University
John Smith-Coppes, EdD ’17, MBA, has been appointed Co-President, Academics, of West Coast University in Irvine, California, serving alongside Co-President of Operations. He brings extensive leadership experience to the role, […]
