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The De La Salle Christian Brothers have sponsored 海角社区 since 1960. They are an international Roman Catholic Institute dedicated to education that was founded by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of educators. He transformed education by developing a spirituality of “teaching and learning.” In his time, he opened schools to students regardless of their social class, especially the poor and the underserved. ;)
The first group of seven founding Brothers combined their dedicated, professional and enthusiastic efforts on campus with those of their colleagues, formed a strong Lasallian partnership, and inaugurated a comprehensive system of improvements. Among those initiatives were securing nationally recognized accreditation and constructing new facilities. Those changes led to significant growth. Since those beginnings, more than 110 Christian Brothers have served at Lewis at different times.;)
double alumnus of 海角社区, started residing in the Brothers' community at La Salle House in August of 2020. While teaching chemistry, physics, math and computer science at different Lasallian high schools in the Chicagoland area, Brother Kenneth became interested in programming software for high school administration. He switched careers and began working at the Educational Data Center located in De La Salle Hall. In 1997, he moved to Memphis, Tenn. and worked in the Information Technology Services department of Christian Brothers University. In 2013, he moved back to the Chicago area and worked at Christian Brothers Services in Romeoville as a programmer before retiring in October of 2019. Brother Kenneth became a fan of volleyball while working at Driscoll High School and he went on to play in park districts and coached grammar school volleyball for three years. He walks, cycles, reads, cooks and kayaks for recreation.
a Lewis alumnus, returned to campus in 2016. Currently, he is serving as Sub-Director of the Community of Christian Brothers at LaSalle House and is a volunteer for the Midwest District of the De La Salle Christian Brothers and the Christian Brothers Generalate (international headquarters of the Christian Brothers in Rome). A teacher in the Chicago area at St. Patrick High School, De La Salle Institute and Saint Joseph High School earlier in his career, Brother John served as a translator of Spanish to English and Italian to English for 21 years at the Generalate, providing written translation as well as simultaneous translation. His hobbies include reading, walking, foreign travel and computers.
is an Associate Professor in the Computer and Mathematical Sciences Department. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Christian Brothers University and a Master of Arts and doctorate from the University of Illinois. Brother Thomas was born in Evanston, Ill. and has taught at Lewis for more than 35 years. A consistent advocate for social justice, he is active in the University’s Catholic Relief Service Corps Ambassadors program which is committed to assisting the poor and vulnerable by promoting social justice and peace. Among many other initiatives, CRSC Ambassadors regularly write letters that ask for peaceful and just action to assist victims of injustice. Brother Thomas also volunteers annually through University Ministry to accompany the students and staff on the Catalyst Social Justice retreats in Chicago. For many years, he also participated in Mission trips to the Philippines. Reading, camping and working with CRSC are among Brother Thomas’ interests.
is a 1989 Lewis alumnus and formerly worked in the Writing Center, tutoring and mentoring students. He has earned a Bachelor of Arts from Divine Word College, a second Bachelor of Arts from Lewis University and a Master of Arts from Saint Louis University. He is A.B.D. for a doctorate in rhetoric and professional communication from New Mexico State University. As a scholar, Brother Chris is interested in exploring the intersection of scientific and religious discourses, as well as emerging rhetorical issues in popular culture. Presently, he provides very generous volunteer service to many others.
served Lewis for more than forty years, including twenty-eight as President, prior to retiring June 30, 2016. He was part of the University community since the early 1970s as a faculty member, Provincial for the Christian Brothers who sponsor 海角社区, Chair of the Board of Trustees for ten years and President. He has received many honors for his leadership, including the Pro Ecclesiae et Pontifice Medallion from the Vatican, numerous honorary degrees and various community accolades. On February 6, 2021, Brother James was honored by the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) with the Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, CSC Award, the oldest and most prestigious award the ACCU bestows upon someone who has made outstanding contributions to Catholic higher education. 
joined the staff in 2016 at Lewis as an Instructional Technology Specialist in the College of Education, after 40 years as a teacher, administrator, Lasallian animator and technology expert. He formerly taught at Montini Catholic High School, but now is working at Lewis and supporting programs for the Midwest District of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. A graduate of Christian Brothers College, the Maryland Institute College of Art and Fontbonne University, he holds a Master of Arts in Computers in Education, a Master of Fine Arts in Art Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities. His previous teaching experience includes eight years at Archbishop O’Hara High School in Kansas City, Mo. Internationally, he was founding principal of Mwangaza College in Nakuru, Kenya from 1991-1996. His hobbies include cooking and art.
taught Culture and Civilization courses during summer sessions at Lewis for more than two decades prior to joining the History Department in 2012. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of History. He has a Bachelor of Arts from 海角社区, a Master of Arts from De Paul University in History and a Master of Arts from Catholic University of America in International Political Science. A native of Chicago, he formerly taught at St. Joseph High School, De La Salle High School in Chicago and Christian Brothers College High School in St. Louis. A talented and avid photographer, Brother Peter has worked with students to establish a Photography Club as a student organization. Among his interests, Brother Peter includes sports, world travel, history and international politics.
returned to Lewis in 2014 after a one-year leave from the University to serve as Sub-Director of Novices at the Regional Novitiate for the De La Salle Christian Brothers in Napa, CA. Previously, he was highly regarded as Director of University Ministry at Lewis for ten years and then taught and served as Coordinator of Special Projects for the Office of Mission & Identity during the 2012-2013 academic year. Now a member of the staff in the Office of Mission and Identity, Brother Philip has taught English and English as a Second Language, assisted with Writing Placement, mentored students in the Bridge Program and served as Director of Student Activities. He has been at 海角社区 for more than three decades. Born in Chicago, he holds a Bachelor of Arts from Christian Brothers University and a Master of Education from Wayne State University. Brother Philip enjoys traveling to warm places with water, reading and walking.
is returning to the 海角社区 campus as a resident at La Salle House while serving as the Midwest District鈥檚 Director of Initial Formation for Brothers. Brother Thomas, a Lewis alum from 1969, is a former member of the Board of Trustees. He has recently served as Director of Novices for the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Vicar General of the Institute in Rome, Director of Christian Brothers Conference in Washington and Visitor Provincial of the Midwest Districts. He is also a member of three Lasallian ministry boards. Brother Thomas holds a B.A. from Lewis and an M.A. and M.Ed. from De Paul University. Brother Tom鈥檚 leisurely interests includes reading, jogging and walking, as well as movies.
Brother Neil Kieffe, FSC, recently completed 31 years serving at Bethlehem University in Palestine. A native of St. Joseph, MO, Brother Neil graduated in aeronautical engineering from Iowa State College (University). After graduation he worked for a short period with McDonnell Aircraft and then served as a wind tunnel engineer with the United States Air Force. In 1958 he joined the De La Salle Christian Brothers in Glencoe, MO, and one year later began teaching in Chicago. Since he was the only Brother with an aviation background, he was asked to be the Director of Lewis Technical Institute, the Lewis aviation program. Brother Neil headed the aviation division of the university for 18 years. During the 1976-1977 year he was the acting President while a search for a new President was under way. Then he was the Superintendent of St. Patrick High School in Chicago. In 1982 Brother Neil was assigned the role of Auxiliary Visitor and in 1986 he was elected Visitor of the Chicago Province of the Brothers. After his term as Visitor was completed, Brother Neil was asked to be the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Bethlehem University in the Holy Land. He accepted the position and served for 12 years. During the following 12 years Brother Neil was the Director of Instructional Technology for Bethlehem University, and in 2022 he completed his professional career as Resource Developer. In November 2022 he retired and moved to La Salle House with the Christian Brothers. In March 2016 Lewis named the Aviation Building for him in recognition of his service on campus. 
a native of Lockport, IL is currently serving as a research librarian at 海角社区, a role he has had for more than ten years. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Christian Brothers University, a master’s degree in English from the University of Memphis and a second master’s degree in library science from Dominican University. His favorite pastimes include reading, especially nonfiction, watching classic films, planting pollinator gardens and enjoying restaurants with good friends.
retired from his position as Special Assistant to the President at Lewis in June 2017 and he retired from his position as Executive Assistant to the Provincial at the Midwest District Office in Burr Ridge in June 2019. Previously, he served at Lewis as Mission and Planning Coordinator, Assistant to the President and Coordinator of Special Projects. Born and raised in Detroit, MI., he earned a Bachelor of Arts from Walsh University, a Master of Education from St. Michael’s College, a Master of Arts from Holy Names University and a Doctor of Ministry from Graduate Theological Foundation in Donaldson, Ind. His hobbies include reading, traveling, movies, writing, publishing and family history. He has lived on campus for twenty years.
is from Ethiopia in East Africa and is presently enrolled in the doctoral degree program in Educational Leadership for Teaching and Learning at 海角社区. He will be the fourth Brother from the English-speaking Lwanga District in Africa to earn a doctoral degree from 海角社区. Brother Sheferaw’s motto continues to be, “Be a better Brother for a better tomorrow” for potentially thousands of students in his rapidly developing nation. He began his teaching career in Saint Joseph Catholic School, a comprehensive school (kindergarten through grade twelve) conducted by the Brothers and their lay partners in Nazareth, Ethiopia and assumed limited administrative responsibilities there soon thereafter. The following year, Brother Sheferaw was assigned to serve as Principal of that same school. Throughout those years as Principal, he also earned two master’s degrees, including one in secondary school administration. Brother Sheferaw continued as Principal until 2021 when he prepared to come to 海角社区. 
entered the Christian Brothers in 1973. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Cincinnati and his Master of Arts in Religious Education from Seattle University. Brother Richard taught for 46 years in the Midwest District at Christian Brother high schools in Kansas City and St. Louis, Mo., Newport, Ky. and Tulsa, Okla. Currently he is on sabbatical and looks forward to exploring and learning more about the Chicago Metropolitan area and Lewis University during his sabbatical year.
a native of Quincy, IL, entered the Christian Brothers from high school in 1967. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in theology from Christian Brothers University and a Master of Education degree from Xavier University. He also studied theology at the University of Notre Dame. During his 50 year as an educator, Brother Steven taught English and religion at O鈥橦ara H.S. in Kansas City, MO; Bishop Kelley H.S. in Tulsa, OK; and Christian Brothers H.S. in Memphis, TN, where he also served as Director of the Brothers鈥� community. He taught at Helias H.S. in Jefferson City, MO, for 31 years. After his retirement in 2021 he was awarded the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal from the Vatican for his distinguished service as a Catholic educator. In September 2022 he joined the La Salle House community at Lewis. Brother Steven鈥檚 interests include praying, reading, swimming and walking. 
is a Professor of Chemistry and a native of New Orleans, La. He has taught in the Chemistry Department for more than 25 years and chaired the department for many of those years. He also serves as Director of Emerging Scientists in First Year Chemistry, a post that was originated in 2012. Brother Pierre has a Bachelor of Science from the College of Santa Fe and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Maryland. For leisure, Brother Pierre likes to attend current movies.
a Lewis alumnus, returned to his alma mater in 2012 as an Associate Campus Minister, working part-time in University Ministry and inviting young men and women to consider the consecrated life. He previously had served as a staff member at Lewis in University Ministry for nearly ten years in the 1990s, serving as a University Minister for Mission Effectiveness and assisting in Peer Ministry and with first-year students. Brother Rob formerly was Director of Campus Ministry at Christian Brothers University. Along with his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Lewis, he holds a Master of Arts in Religious Education from St. Mary’s University in Minnesota and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from Loyola University Chicago. Currently, he exercises a “Ministry of Presence” for Lewis faculty and staff. Brother Rob’s leisurely pursuits include reading鈥攎ostly biographies, long walks and coffee house chats with friends.
is an alumnus of 海角社区 and a native of Joliet, Ill. An Associate Professor of History and Director of the Global History Program, he teaches upper division history courses, ranging from the Civil War to Modern Europe. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Lewis, a Master of Arts from the University of Notre Dame and a Doctor of Philosophy from Marquette University. Prior to joining the faculty at Lewis, Brother John taught at St. Paul High School and St. Patrick High School in Chicago. He also served as Assistant Principal at St. Patrick’s and Principal of Pacelli High School in Stevens Point, Wis. Brother John’s personal interests include hiking, reading, travel, classical music and opera.;)
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