Sam Berendes

Major: Theology and Philosophy

Hometown: Zionsville, IN

Job/Career Aspirations: I hope to get a graduate degree and teach at a university.

Campus Involvement: I am involved in Homeless Outreach, Adoration Team, Knights for Life, Knights of the Roundtable, and Ultimate Frisbee.

Favorite Saint: St. Benedict of Nursia

Favorite Movie: Avengers End Game

Favorite Song: Ophelia by the Lumineers

Favorite Scripture Passage: Luke 1:46-47

Favorite Meal: Chicken Parmesan

One Gift You Bring to MDI: I believe that I bring strong interpersonal skills such as relationship building, as well as organization.

Why MDI?

I applied for MDI because I wanted to get involved with a strong faith-based community to help serve the youth on their journey with Christ.

Why Marian University?

I chose Marian University because of the strong, close knit, faith community here and because of its academic excellence.

More about you! Fun facts, experiences, & hobbies:

I am a runner, and I enjoy going for runs with my dog, Gus.