Addison Davis is a senior at La Porte High school and a member of the varsity dance team. Driven by her love for dance shows on television from a young age, she aspired to become a dancer and continued that dream throughout middle school and high...

A Valparaiso High School English teacher, Matthew Thomas has walked a path that taught him the changes of life and embraces the challenges of teaching his students not only English but how to navigate life. Growing up in Valparaiso, Thomas has always...

Teachers, neighbors, coworkers, family members, mentors, friends, coaches. Whoever the people in your life may be, they can always use a bit of encouragement and recognition for the difference they are making in others and in their community. We were...

In times of struggle, we can always turn to our community to be reminded of all the good happening around us. Throughout 2021, that community was stronger than ever. Whether it was grabbing a friend to run a 5K with you, appreciating front-line...

Teachers of all grade levels understand the hardships and stress of teaching, but for Susan Baldwin, it is an opportunity to influence and change lives for the betterment of the children and their families. A graduate from Ball State University in...

Portage High School teacher and Portage native Cynthia Kovach brings a joyous passion to her craft and realizes her potential in shaping the future of her students.  Earning her bachelor’s degree at Indiana University and then attending...

The Innovation Hub at McMillan Hall was built to help enable students to pursue and explore their entrepreneurial projects and goals. Located at 1806 Lincolnway on the northern edge of the campus, it is a center for innovative, cutting-edge resources...

Owner and founder of the Sangha Center for Wellness, Katie Hawks has dedicated her life to supporting others in healing and developing healthy habits. The Sangha Center for Wellness offers integrative healing therapies such as yoga therapy, massage...

Through photographing football and teaching, Ruth Anne Olson has connected with family and developed a passion for capturing special moments.  Shortly after going to college in Illinois to be a teacher, Olson and her husband moved from Illinois...

From playing football since the fifth grade, John Bastin has utilized the lessons and discipline learned in the sport in real-life scenarios. Bastin attended Thomas A. Edison Junior Senior High School in Lake Station and gained a varsity letter his...