Alums & Friends

2023 SJU Alumni Achievement Awards

Launched in 1983, the Alumni Achievement Awards recognizealumni who have been successful in their careers and/or active in church and community service.

The awards are presented annually by the SJU Alumni Association Board of Directors and the university.

Mike McCarthy '73

Michael McCarthy '73

With his characteristic humility, McCarthy credits his Benedictine liberal arts education for his extraordinary success. Read more.

Kevin Seggelke '78

Kevin Seggelke '78

More than half a million Denver-area families in need can count on regular meals — and a serving of hope — thanks in part to Kevin Seggelke. Read more.

Denny Schleper '78

Denny Schleper '83

Dennis Schleper combined his health care experience and financial acumen to build an exceptional career that landed him on Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting. Read more.

Troy Fritz '88

Troy Fritz '88

Troy Fritz, SJU associate vice president for Institutional Advancement, avid outdoorsman and community builder extraordinaire. Read more.

Ryan Hagan '93

Ryan Hagan '93

Ryan Hagan’s post-Saint John’s University life reads like a study in Benedictine influence. Read more.

Micah Kiel '98

Micah Kiel, Ph.D. '98

Micah Kiel dedicates his considerable expertise to illustrating Scripture’s relevance in modern society. Read more.

Brian Peterson '03

Brian Peterson '03

Brian Peterson has achieved personal, spiritual and professional success with a servant’s heart, keeping his family and deep faith as high priorities while also pouring his best into his work and his employees. Read more