Glenbard South is accepting nominations for South’s Distinguished Alumni Award. The award recognizes South alumni who have made a significant contribution to their profession or to greater society since graduating from Glenbard South.

Use South’s Distinguished Alumni Award nomination form to nominate an individual. 

	Dave Bunning Glenbard South Graduate, Class of 1984 Inducted 2023 Dave Bunning is an investor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and leader. He earned a B.A. from Harvard College, where he played football and wrestled, and an MBA from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. He had a successful career at Citadel Investments, starting in 1991 as a trader when Citadel had $20 million in assets under management. Mr. Bunning left Citadel in 2004 as a Principal, Head of Global Credit Trading, and a member of the management committee with assets under management in excess of $10 billion. Among other investments, Mr. Bunning has incubated a number of early-stage healthcare-related companies, working closely with physicians in an effort to improve healthcare outcomes. He has met with members of Congress and policymakers at the National Institutes of Health in an effort to increase awareness and federal funding for research and treatments for life-threatening food allergies. Mr. Bunning has served on many philanthropic boards of directors, both currently and in the past, including Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Wetlands America Trust, Ducks Unlimited, and the National Wrestling Coaches Association, as well as on numerous corporate boards of directors. His philanthropy has been broadly recognized, including receiving a Distinguished Layperson Award from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, and he has several named endowed chairs. Mr. Bunning is the Chairman of Sunshine Charitable Foundation and the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Investment Officer of TLP Investment Partners LLC, a multi-asset class investment firm.
	Ken Dwyer Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 1983 Inducted 2023 Ken Dwyer is a NASA aerospace engineer, working there since 1990. He earned his BA in Aerospace Engineering at Washington University and Iowa State University and then earned a Masters in Industrial Engineering from University of Houston. During the first decade of his career, he was a NASA Mission Control Flight Controller where he was responsible for monitoring proper system performance of the Space Shuttle Main Engines, Main Propulsion System, External Tank and Solid Rocket Boosters during the ascent to orbit of the Space Shuttles. In the second decade of his career, Mr. Dwyer moved into Program Management in the Space Shuttle Program Office. His first assignment was to interface with the astronaut office to ensure crew displays were properly designed and software requirements properly match the prototype displays. Additionally, he led a team of software designers to check and fix any display issues found during testing. In 2003, Mr. Dwyer became the Vehicle Manager of the Space Shuttle Discovery.  He performed this role for seven missions.  In this position Mr. Dwyer was responsible for leading a team in delivering all engineering and hardware to the Kennedy Space Center processing team.  The last decade of his career has been dedicated to returning humans to the moon. For five years, he was part of the Orion team in the Avionics, Power and Software Office. This office is responsible for the overall design, development and testing of the computers and software used on the spacecraft. His work in this role was validated with a successful launch of the Artemis 1 mission in November of 2022. Mr. Dwyer was awarded The Astronaut Personal Achievement Award, the Silver Snoopy award in April 2015 by NASA for his part in getting the Space Shuttle Discovery ready for the Return to Flight mission, STS-114.
	Dr. Amishi Jha Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 1983 Inducted 2024 Dr. Amishi Jha is a distinguished neuroscientist, esteemed professor, and Director of Contemplative Neuroscience at the University of Miami. With a rich academic background spanning from the University of Michigan to the University of California–Davis and Duke University, Dr. Jha’s journey is marked by relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Her groundbreaking research, generously supported by grants from esteemed institutions including the Department of Defense, has centered on unraveling the mysteries of attention and the transformative power of mindfulness-based training programs. Through cutting-edge methodologies such as functional MRI and electrophysiological recordings, she has illuminated the neural substrates of attention and demonstrated the efficacy of mindfulness in fortifying focus and resilience. Dr. Jha’s impact transcends the confines of academia, as her work has reverberated across prestigious platforms worldwide, from TED talks, NPR, to the Pentagon, and garnered widespread acclaim in features in the The New York Times, TIME magazine, NATO, and the World Economic Forum. She has been interviewed by notable figures such as Joe Rogan, Brené Brown, Russell Brand, Deepak Chopra and others. Her national bestseller, Peak Mind, serves as a beacon of enlightenment, distilling her research into actionable insights for enhancing performance and well-being.
	Lamorne Morris Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 2001 Inducted 2024 From his early beginnings at Glenbard South, Lamorne’s journey exemplifies dedication, talent, and perseverance. His theatrical studies at the College of DuPage, coupled with the prestigious Chris Farley Memorial Acting Scholarship, laid the foundation for a remarkable career. At Second City in Chicago, Lamorne honed his craft, showcasing exceptional skill and versatility. As Winston in Fox’s beloved comedy New Girl, he captivated audiences with his charisma and comedic brilliance. His stellar performances in movies such as Barbershop 3: The Next Cut, Game Night, and the Netflix hit Sandy Wexler have solidified his place as a cinematic icon. His portrayal of the titular lead in Hulu’s groundbreaking series Woke garnered critical acclaim, showcasing his ability to inspire and provoke thought. His multi-episode guest hosting on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and his role as BMO’s spokesperson have further showcased his range and influence. Currently, as Lamorne embarks on the fifth season of Fargo for FX and lends his voice to Jimmy John’s, his impact on the industry continues to soar. His dedication to his craft and his commitment to excellence serves as an inspiration to aspiring artists everywhere. With deep admiration and respect, Lamorne Morris is saluted for his exceptional talent, unwavering dedication, and unparalleled contributions to the world of entertainment.
	Dr. Eboo Patel Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 1993  Inducted 2023 Dr. Eboo Patel is a civic leader who believes that religious diversity is an essential and inspiring dimension of American democracy. He has been named “one of America’s best leaders” by U.S. News and World Report. Dr. Patel is Founder and President of Interfaith America, the leading interfaith organization in the United States. Under his leadership, Interfaith America has worked with governments, universities, private companies, and civic organizations to make faith a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of division. Dr. Patel served on President Obama’s Inaugural Faith Council, has given hundreds of keynote addresses, and has written five books, including We Need to Build: Field Notes for Diverse Democracy. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for his undergraduate studies and earned a degree in Sociology.  He is an Ashoka Fellow and has a doctorate in the sociology of religion from Oxford University, where he studied on a Rhodes Scholarship.
	Huma Rashid Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 2004  Inducted 2024 Huma Rashid’s journey from student to esteemed legal professional is marked by unparalleled dedication and a steadfast commitment to excellence and humanitarian justice. After graduating from North Central College, she pursued her passion for law at John Marshall Law School in Chicago, now part of UIC. As a criminal defense attorney, Huma’s impact reverberated throughout Illinois and the Midwest. Her expertise in crafting sentencing memorandums and her fearless advocacy in federal courts earned her widespread recognition and respect. Notably, she secured a published opinion from the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, overturning a lower court decision and ensuring justice for her indigent client. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Huma demonstrated her resilience and compassion by redirecting her efforts towards humanitarian causes. She dedicated herself to pro bono asylum work at the Mexico-California border and tirelessly campaigned for the clemency of incarcerated individuals, successfully securing freedom for many. Following the crisis in Kabul, Huma once again showcased her leadership and humanitarian spirit. Her instrumental role in evacuating and resettling Afghan women exemplifies her unwavering commitment to serving those in need. Specifically, she helped to evacuate 250 Afghan female judges. Additionally, other groups were vulnerable and needed help leaving either secretly or through established U.S. pathways. This included the Afghan women’s soccer team, the Afghan women’s judo team, human rights activists, defense attorneys, governors and parliamentarians, journalists, women’s rights activists, disability rights activists, identified child bride targets, and victims of the Kaaj school suicide bombing. Huma continues to inspire as she divides her time between Illinois and Washington D.C., actively engaged in international diplomacy and criminal justice reform efforts.
	Ginny Rometti Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 1975  Inducted 2024 Ginni Rometty stands as a beacon of transformative leadership, embodying the belief that the manner in which we work and lead is as consequential as the outcomes we achieve. Serving as the ninth Chairman, President, and CEO of IBM, she orchestrated the monumental evolution of the century-old institution, revolutionizing half of its portfolio and spearheading the establishment of a $25 billion hybrid cloud business, while solidifying IBM’s pioneering stance in the realms of AI and quantum computing. Beyond her corporate duties, Ginni’s indelible impact reverberates through her advocacy for diversity and inclusion, exemplified by record-breaking advancements in IBM’s workforce diversity and her unwavering support for the globally expansive P-TECH initiative that shaped the future workforce in over twenty-eight nations. In 2020, Ginni co-founded OneTen, a visionary coalition dedicated to empowering one million Black Americans without traditional four-year degrees with sustainable employment opportunities. Her dedication to Skills First learning and advancement underscores her commitment to equitable access to fulfilling careers transcending conventional barriers. An esteemed author, Ginni penned the acclaimed book Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World, a poignant amalgamation of personal narrative, leadership sagacity, and visionary ideals. Through her narrative, she champions the concept of “good power,” advocating for the harnessing of influence to foster inclusive progress for all. Ginni serves on several esteemed boards, including JPMorgan Chase and the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Ginni has been named Fortune Magazine’s #1 Most Powerful Woman three years in a row, is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, and has been honored with the designation of Officier in the French Légion d’Honneur.
	John Snyder Glenbard South Graduate: Class of 1976  Inducted 2024 John Snyder embarked on his journey in the field of aerospace engineering upon graduating from Glenbard South, which began with pursuing a two-year stint at the College of DuPage. His thirst for knowledge led him to the prestigious halls of the University of Illinois, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering before furthering his academic pursuits with a Master of Science in the same discipline from Stanford University. In the summer of 1980, John Snyder set his sights on California, where he began his illustrious career as a missile systems engineer at Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space Co. Over the course of 41 years, he dedicated himself tirelessly to the noble cause of equipping warfighters to deter, defend against, and defeat threats to our nation, allies, and cherished way of life. John’s tenure at Lockheed Martin was marked by a series of leadership roles on cutting-edge technology programs, ranging from providing equipment for deterrence missions to ballistic missile defense and, more recently, hypersonic strike missions. His contributions spanned crucial projects including Trident nuclear deterrent missile systems for the US Navy and the UK Royal Navy, missile defense systems for the US Missile Defense Agency, and the development of conventional hypersonic missile systems for the US Army and Navy. In recognition of his exceptional leadership and engineering prowess, John was honored with Lockheed Martin’s prestigious NOVA award. Presented to him by the CEO of Lockheed Martin, this accolade was in acknowledgment of his oversight of a consecutive string of 10 successful intercept tests as Chief Engineer on the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program in 2010.