Catholic Leadership

Chaplain
Father Adam Stimpson

Coordinator of Newman Ministry
Beate Wilson
Catholic Student Leadership

St. Francis of Assisi Liturgical Student Leader
Macvictor Erukpeme
My name is Macvictor Erukpeme, from Imo state Nigeria, an African born into a Catholic family of six. Presently, I am currently enrolled in the Graduate program at Western Illinois University Macomb Illinois, studying to obtain a masters degree in Engineering Technology. I am humbled by this offer given to me by the Church to serve as a Liturgical Student Leader at St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center. This opportunity which will continually bring me nearer to the altar is a sure opportunity again to serve God better. Full Bio

St. Francis of Assisi Community Outreach Student Leader
Marisa Galvan
Hello, my name is Marisa Galvan and I am the Community Outreach Student Leader here at the Newman Center. I am from Chicago, IL and I am also a senior majoring in dietetics at Western Illinois University. I have been involved with the Newman Center since the fall of 2020. I have been a student employee, a lector, and a volunteer for the Newman Center since my time here. I am determined to grow our community through Catholic tradition and values, while also cultivating a strong, free-thinking environment for student leaders to come together and change lives with Jesus.

Music Coordinator
Dietrich Gossmeyer
I am a Junior Music Education Major at Western Illinois University. I’m super excited to be stepping into the position of the Newman Center Music Coordinator. Previously, last year, I served as the assistant Music Coordinator.
Newman Center Student Employees

Student Employee
Ambrose

Student Employee
Brooklynn

Student Employee
Tori

Student Employee
Janae

Student Employee
Joshlyn

Student Employee
Andrew

Student Employee
Michelle
