A fascination with microbiology has taken Jessica van Loben Sels ’12 around the world, earned her a PhD, and put her at the heart of the national pandemic response.
Category Archives: Alumni
From Physics to the Priesthood for Fr. Hakeem
Focused on space, Philip Hakeem graduated from St. Pius X and began his degree in space physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. Throughout his rigorous four years of study, the priesthood found a way to enter his thoughts each year.
Mitchem: Maximizing the Potential of Kids
For Dr. James Mitchem ’75, developing an education system in which students who are deemed at-risk are positioned for post education success has been his life’s work. He states it comes down to what we truly believe about all kids.
Armann Ortega’s New York City Interiors
Through his New York City interior design company, AO Atelier, Armann Ortega ’07 designs residential interiors for projects ranging from New York City apartments to beach houses in the Hamptons.
Justin Lucero Makes the Most of “Ultimate Gift” of SPX
Justin Lucero in 2020 accepted the position of Deputy Director of Research Compliance for the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. He started just as COVID-19 arrived in New Mexico.
International Service Defines Mary Jo Grethel of the Medical Mission Sisters
Throughout 51 years of ministry, Mary Jo Grethel ’61 of the Medical Mission Sisters has served to bring joy and love to lives around the world through healing during missions in Afghanistan; Ghana, West Africa; Kampala, Uganda; and the United States.
Zamora Signs to Play Professional Basketball
Natalie Zamora ’15 signed in July to play professional basketball with the Baerum Basket Club in Norway.
Sheilah Jennings Expands SPX Experience to U.S. Senate and Beyond
Sheilah Jennings, a teacher in the English and social studies departments at St. Pius X from 2010 to 2017, took the leap to pursue a law degree in 2017.
Did Miss French Inspire Your Life?
Did Miss French inspire your life? Share with us your favorite memory!
Msgr. Eggert Remembered as Teacher and Mentor
Msgr. Francis X. Eggert’s passing was met with emotion from the students of St. Pius X High School who were inspired by him and his work as a teacher and principal and their continued connection to him.