2025–26 McNeill Common Good Fellows

The McNeill Common Good Fellowship is a paid, three-year fellowship for Notre Dame undergraduates. The fellows join an interdisciplinary community of scholars eager to explore how to live an ethical life of meaning, purpose, and impact. Meet our 2025-26 McNeill Common Good Fellows:

Ella Brown

I’m a political science major with a concentration in American politics and a minor in the Hesburgh Program in Public Service. Originally from North Aurora, Illinois, I now call Farley Hall home. Rooted in a deep commitment to connection, I serve as a director in student government, work in admissions, and lead in various campus organizations—advocating for inclusion, empowering prospective students, and supporting my peers. As a McNeill Fellow, I believe that real change begins with relationships—and that justice means ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

Owen Conway

I proudly reside in Baumer Hall, studying mechanical engineering with a minor in corporate business practice. I’m from Garden City, New York, and this past summer I worked with Dismas House, supporting reentry for formerly incarcerated individuals. I enjoy playing soccer for Sporting Pepto. I was on the winning team at the Marmon Holdings Innovate-O-Thon, where we built a hands-free drink detection system—an experience that deepened my passion for developing creative, practical solutions to real-world problems. I’m excited to contribute to research and community at Notre Dame.

Andrea Pérez Díaz

Before moving to Notre Dame, I lived on the small Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. I’m now majoring in neuroscience and behavior, following a pre-medical track. On campus, I enjoy playing tennis, running around the lake, and spending time with my friends. I also serve as a peer leader of Project Connect, where I help students build meaningful relationships. I look forward to continuing to grow as a person to make a positive impact in my community.

Courtney Ellis

I am from South Bend, Indiana, and currently reside in Pasquerilla West Hall. I double major in biochemistry and Spanish and hope to one day become a research scientist who works with a diverse group of people. My favorite things to do are working out and traveling to different countries.

Victoria Gibek

I’m a science preprofessional studies and global affairs double major on the pre-med track from Stamford, Connecticut, and I live in Lyons Hall. I’m interested in health policy and public health as well as mass incarceration and restorative justice. I’m researching microbial pathogenicity in catheter-associated infections and serving as a co-lead for the Student Policy Network. In my free time, I love reading, taking long walks with friends and family, and baking sweet treats. I’m always in the mood for a good everything bagel toasted with cream cheese or anything with Oreos.

Yoonseo Han

I am a math major who hopes to use math to help with real world situations such as disease control and scientific modeling. I am from South Korea but have lived most of my life abroad in Romania, India, New Zealand, and Malaysia. When I’m not studying, I love to box and hike!

Marcel Mangan

I am from Cincinnati, Ohio, majoring in strategic management and applied and computational mathematics and statistics. On campus, I live in St. Edward’s Hall, and I am a dorm representative for the Institute for Social Concerns and a member of both the Student Policy Network and DanceCo. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing volleyball, hanging out with friends, and watching movies!

Elle Marble

I am from Jeffersonville, Indiana, but am lucky enough to call Farley Hall home. When not training to beat my touchdown pushup record (38!), I study global affairs while minoring in constitutional studies and civil & human rights. I love North Quad, stained glass windows, and euchre.

Jude Nofal

I am pursuing a dual degree in chemical engineering and political science. I am Jordanian, and before attending Notre Dame, I studied at a boarding high school in Jordan where I developed a deep interest in human rights and human dignity. I aspire to use my education and this fellowship to amplify the voices of those who are often unheard around the world.

Jessica De Paz

I am from Charlotte, North Carolina, studying architecture with a minor in real estate. I am Honduran and Salvadoran, which has led me to want to help others by seeing how many people helped my family be welcomed into this country. On campus I live in Walsh Hall (the best hall!) and am on the club rowing team. I love to paint and explore new places.

Connor Savage

I am studying neuroscience and behavior on a pre-med track. I am from Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, and now live on campus in Alumni Hall. In my free time, I love playing and watching soccer, reading, and growing in my faith.

Bennett White

Originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, I am studying strategic management and political science at Notre Dame. I am interested in how business and public policy can work together to strengthen communities, especially those that are often overlooked. In my free time, I enjoy golfing, hanging out with friends, and reading dystopian novels that offer new perspectives on society.