Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
Sister Marie Morgan’s journey from education to the healthcare system is rooted in her passion to serve as a member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration. Connecting to the religious community at a young age, Morgan was introduced to...
Stacey Glassburn-Wilson, a restaurant princess and Starbucks’ white-chocolate mocha enthusiast, crafted a life she loves—one that is intertwined with her roots, resilience and love for her community. Growing up on the Near Northwest side of South...
Irene Carver, a voice teacher based in Mishawaka, carries a lifelong passion for music education and performance. Despite the barriers of being blind, Carver takes pride in seeing the power of music shaping lives. “What I love the most about...
For Brianna Reshan, teaching is a source of great fulfillment and an opportunity to leave a positive impact on students’ lives. Initially, she was drawn to the idea of teaching kindergarten, but she found a true passion for working with fourth...
"Life is a crazy journey, but it's a lot easier if we all do it together." This is a mantra Cicily Porter lives by. As a news anchor, reporter, and podcast co-host, she understands the importance of community and shared experiences. Born and...
Dr. C. Todd Cummings' journey from teaching to becoming the longest-serving superintendent of the South Bend Community School Corporation (SBCSC) in 25 years is a testament to his dedication to education. Growing up in Southern Indiana, Cummings...
Betsy Dunham, the media arts teacher at Penn High School in Mishawaka, has devoted her life to teaching the craft of photography. Dunham’s dedication to inspiring her students is more than just a job, but rather a wholehearted mission to inspire...
Rebekah Go, the program and communication manager for the Ansari Institute within the Keough School of Global Affairs, has served within nonprofit administration over the last decade. Go’s passion for combating socio-economic disparities extends...
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer “Jen” Ludwig has been a dedicated employee at the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library (MPHPL). Since her junior year in high school, she has held positions in almost every department, eventually rising to her...
Arriving in the United States as a child, Juan Constantino had to navigate the challenges of undocumented life. His determination and ambition led him to become the executive director of La Casa de Amistad, where he advocates for those of the...
