Morgan Benson
Hometown: Plantation, FL
School: St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Counselor: Alane Klink

While at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, Morgan was president of the Mu Alpha Theta Math Club and volunteered in the cardiac unit at Memorial Regional Hospital. She played soccer in the Plantation Athletic League, and also served as a Eucharistic Minister in Campus Ministry. She was also involved in the National Honor Society and the St. Thomas Aquinas Buddies Leadership Club. At Notre Dame, Morgan plans to study biological sciences and is considering pre-med.

Samuel Biel
Hometown: Fort Myers, FL
School: Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers, FL
Counselor: Maria Barbato

At Bishop Verot Catholic High School, Sam was vice-president of the National Honor Society and vice-president of the Bishop Verot Mission and Service Club, helping organize five trips to assist in Hurricane Katrina relief. Sam also organized a service trip to Haiti to work in schools and shelters. He was captain of the varsity football team and an All-Star Area Selection. At Notre Dame, Sam is looking forward to studying civil engineering and taking courses through the Center for Social Concerns.

Adrianne Cline
Hometown: Wiley, CO
School: McClave High School in McClave, CO
Counselor: Anita Larrick

At McClave High School, Adrianne founded the McClave Summer Reading Program for local elementary school students. She lettered in basketball and volleyball, leading her basketball team to a state championship in 2009. Adrianne was also vice president of the National Honor Society and President of McClave’s FFA Chapter. At Notre Dame, Adrianne plans to major in business.

Michael Comuniello
Hometown: Levittown, NY
School: Division Avenue High School in Levittown, NY
Counselor: Lynn Castellano

As president of the Student Council at Division Avenue High School, Mike expanded the school’s Annual Thanksgiving Food drive from 1,000 donated items to 9,000 items over four years. He also served as president of the Science National Honor Society and captain of the varsity soccer team. Mike is an Intel Science Talent Search Finalist and a Coca-Cola National Scholar. At Notre Dame, Mike is interested in studying chemical engineering and exploring courses in education and business.

Benjamin Finan
Hometown: Memphis, TN
School: White Station High School in Memphis, TN
Counselor: Heather Heaston

At White Station High School, Ben was the captain of the Science Olympiad and Math Teams. Ben also served as vice president of the Memphis-area Bridge Builders (through BRIDGES USA), a leadership development program that advances racial, economic, educational and environmental justice. He was treasurer for Rabbi Israel H. Peres AZA #71 and was regional governor of the West Tennessee Chapter of the Mu Alpha Theta Math Honors Society. Ben played Center for the Memphis Bucs basketball team. At Notre Dame, he is looking forward to studying mathematics and mechanical engineering, with a focus on aerospace.

Stephen Fox
Hometown: Leawood, KS
School: Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, MO
Counselor: Rick Sullivan

At Rockhurst High School, Stephen was active in community service, earning his Eagle Scout award and coordinating numerous service projects as National Honor Society president. Stephen served on his school’s Pastoral Council and was co-chair of the Freshman Retreat, organizing a retreat for more than 300 freshmen. He also was captain of the cross country team. This spring, Stephen was named a Presidential Scholar, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students. At Notre Dame, he is looking forward to studying economics, political science, and Peace Studies and participating in the Glynn Family Honors Program.

Nora Goebelbecker
Hometown: Chicago, IL
School: St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago, IL
Counselor: Kurt Schmidt

At St. Ignatius College Prep, Nora was on the executive board of the Model United Nations club. She was an active member of her youth group, and led a retreat for juniors and seniors that focused on hunger awareness and solidarity with migrants around the world. Nora traveled with her youth group on service trips to Nicaragua, the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, and the U.S. border with Mexico. Nora also plays the piano, clarinet, and tin whistle. At Notre Dame, she is interested in studying international relations, foreign languages, music, theology, and social justice.

Molly Hartwick
Hometown: Los Angeles, California
School: Harvard-Westlake School in North Hollywood, CA
Counselor: Sharon Cuseo

While at Harvard-Westlake, Molly was the chairperson of Founder Assisteens of Greater Los Angeles, and, under her leadership, the group raised $15,000 for a local senior center and provided more than 3,700 hours of service to the community. Molly also volunteered with the National Charity League and danced in her school’s dance program. She played water polo, earning Second-Team All-League honors, and volunteered as an equestrian at El Dustberry Ranch, a ranch for mobility-impaired, mentally or emotionally challenged children. At Notre Dame, Molly is looking forward to studying business and math.

Iona Hughan
Hometown: San Francisco, CA
School: The Thacher School in Ojai, CA
Counselor: Maria Morales-Kent

At the Thacher School, Iona served as head prefect of the junior girls’ dormitory. She was a co-head of Therapeutic Riding of Thacher (TROT) and also participated in Thacher’s Horse and Outdoor Program as a Western rider. Iona was co-captain and starting setter of the varsity volleyball team, and was voted most valuable player her senior year. She was also a member of her school’s Judicial Council and served as co-head and co-founder of the Current Events Club. At Notre Dame, Iona is interested in Liberal Studies, Africana studies, classics, and art history.

Elizabeth Huschke
Hometown: Eden Prairie, MN
School: Eden Prairie High School in Eden Prairie, MN

At Eden Prairie High School, Elizabeth was team manager of the creative problem-solving program Destination Imagination and captain of the Future Problem Solving team. She has served in her church as a Sunday School teacher and lector and has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and Feed My Starving Children. Elizabeth also played cello in the Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphony and participated in Les Voyageurs French Immersion Program. At Notre Dame, Elizabeth is interested in engineering, history, literature, and foreign languages.

Charles Jhin
Hometown: Houston, TX
School: St. John's School in Houston, TX
Counselor: Ivan Hauck

As president of the Student Technology Society at St. John’s School, Chas coordinated a LEGO Mindstorms robotics competition for the student body. For his Eagle Scout Project, Chas produced three short videos for the Children’s Museum of Houston. He also was a four-year letterman in soccer, captain of the Computer Programming Team, and a member of his school’s Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. At Notre Dame, Chas is looking forward to studying political science, computer science, and Peace Studies.

Yun Jung Kim
Hometown: Seoul, Korea
School: Daewon Foreign Language High School in Seoul, Korea
Counselor: Eric Cho

While at Daewon Foreign Language High School, Yun Jung volunteered as a counselor and assistant teacher at the Gangnam Youth Center, planning and participating in therapeutic programs for at-risk youth. She worked as a sub-intern in the Neurology/Psychology Department at Asan Medical Center, where she assisted in recreation therapies and clinical lab tests. Yun Jung also was a founding member of the Daewon Interact Club and co-editor-in-chief of her school’s online literature and design publication. At Notre Dame, Yun Jung is interested in studying neuroscience and psychology.

Chelsea Lehman
Hometown: Carrolton, TX
School: The Hockaday School in Dallas, TX
Counselor: Mary Louise Keever

At the Hockaday School, Chelsea was a member of the Cum Laude Society and received the Harvard Book Award. She was captain of the varsity swim team and was a four-year letterman in softball. She served in her church as an altar-server and trainer and was a senior leader of Confirmation preparation in her youth group. A Girl Scout, Chelsea received her Bronze and Silver Award and is in the process of completing her Gold Award. As a member of the Junior Engineering Technical Society, she co-authored a published paper and was a robotics competition team leader. At Notre Dame, Chelsea is considering pre-med options and looking forward to studying chemical engineering, Peace Studies, and global health and participating in the Glynn Family Honors Program.

Hien Luu
Hometown: West Hartford, CT
School: Conard High School in West Hartford, CT
Counselor: Courtney Heuitson

At Conard High School, Hien was president of the Senior Class Board and co-president of Habitat for Humanity. She served a class representative in Student Council and as an editor for the school newspaper. Hien also volunteered at West Hartford Rehabilitation Center, organizing weekly activities. Hien is a recipient of the Connecticut Association of Schools Outstanding Arts Award and participated in Notre Dame’s Global Issues Seminar. At Notre Dame, Hien is looking forward to studying architecture and Peace Studies.

Sarah McGough
Hometown: Westlake Village, CA
School: La Reina High School in Thousand Oaks, CA
Counselor: Nancy LaBelle

As president of the Human Rights Club at La Reina High School, Sarah raised awareness and support for the Invisible Children movement and the Nepali Youth Opportunity Foundation. She was editor-in-chief of the school newspaper and was a Mock Trail courtroom journalist, earning first place at the county level and representing her team at the California state championships. Sarah volunteered with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and was a committee member for the CareNow Foundation. She also served as a sixth-grade catechism teacher. At Notre Dame, Sarah plans to study anthropology and Peace Studies.

Paul Mickan
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
School: Jesuit High School in New Orleans, LA
Counselor: Merrick Lyons

At Jesuit High School, Paul was captain of the tennis team, earning four regional team championships, two team state championships, and one regional doubles title. He also was a cellist in the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra and served as president of the National Honor Society. Paul’s other activities included Christian Life Community and CYO Basketball. He was awarded St. Michael’s College Book Award for Scholarship and Service. At Notre Dame, Paul is looking forward to studying economics, political science, and Spanish, and participating in the Glynn Family Honors Program.

Brendan Moran
Hometown: Chelmsford, MA
School: St. John’s Preparatory School in Danvers, MA
Counselor: Conor Dowley

At St. John’s Preparatory School, Brendan was a four-year letterman on the swim team, earning 2010 Boston Globe and Boston Herald All-Scholastic Honors and five consecutive Division 1 Massachusetts State Championships. As editor-in-chief of his school newspaper, Brendan successfully transferred the paper to an online format. He has worked on service projects in Appalachia and Boston. Brendan was also National Honor Society secretary. At Notre Dame, he is looking forward to studying biochemistry and business, with the possibility of pre-med, and participating in the Glynn Family Honors Program.

Michael Nettesheim
Hometown: Fox Point, WI
School: Marquette University High School in Milwaukee, WI
Counselor: Annette Cleary

At Marquette University High School, Mike served as a captain of the school’s Freshman Retreat for more than 280 freshmen. He was president of the Diversity Club during his junior and senior years, and he attended the Jesuit Secondary Education Association Diversity Conference as a sophomore. Mike also was captain of the ski team and played on the football team. At Notre Dame, he is looking forward to studying political science, Peace Studies, business, and science.

Dylan Nugent
Hometown: Finksburg, MD
School: Calvert Hall College High School in Baltimore, MD
Counselor: John Murtaugh

At Calvert Hall College High School, Dylan was president of the Peer Ministry Program and chairman of the Intramural Program to support Habitat for Humanity. Dylan tutored middle school students at the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Browning, Montana. He worked on an independent research project on the cycle of poverty and homelessness in the United States, focusing on the role of nonprofit and government agencies in the Baltimore area. He also played club lacrosse and Ultimate Frisbee. At Notre Dame, Dylan is interested in studying finance and Peace Studies.

Ann O’Brien
Hometown: Vienna, VA
School: George C. Marshall High School in Falls Church, VA
Counselor: Mark Reedy

At George C. Marshall High School, Annie was President of Best Buddies, a group that facilitates one-on-one friendships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. While Annie was president, her chapter of Best Buddies was named the second most outstanding chapter internationally. She was chapter president and district president of DECA and also played volleyball, lacrosse, and golf. In summer 2009, Annie traveled to Kenya to volunteer in Nyumbani Children’s Orphanage. At Notre Dame, Annie is interested in studying economics, history, and business.

Kathryn Squiers
Hometown: Dallas, TX
School: The Hockaday School in Dallas, TX
Counselor: Heath Einstein

While at the Hockaday School, Kate earned her Girl Scout Gold Award and was a representative for the school’s Honor Council. Active in theater, Kate has performed with her school’s Improv Troupe and has been cast in a number of productions, including Mame, Hello, Dolly!, and Brigadoon. Kate was also a member of the Hockaday Cum Laude Society and was elected as the graduation speaker for her senior class. At Notre Dame, Kate is looking forward to studying history, English, chemistry, and theology.

Kathryn Suarez
Hometown: Chevy Chase, MD
School: Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda, MD
Counselor: Amy Ciccone

At Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, Katie was vice president of the Student Body and the founder of the Little Politicians club, organizing a school-wide mock election. As captain of the Mock Trial team, Katie led her school to the semi-finals. A Girl Scout, she received her Bronze and Silver Awards and was elected to represent the Girl Scout Council of the Nation’s Capital at the National Convention. Katie also played varsity field hockey and was a volunteer at Metro TeenAIDS, working to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS in the DC area. At Notre Dame, Katie is interested in pre-med and in studying math and history.

Connor Toohill
Hometown: San Diego, CA
School: Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego, CA
Counselor: Lou Centanni

While at Cathedral Catholic High School, Connor founded and served as editor-in-chief of NextGenJournal.com, a daily brief website for young people. Conor was also a campus minister and president of the school’s Model United Nations. He interned at NPR-affiliate KPBS Radio and in the office of California Congresswoman Susan Davis. Connor enjoys playing guitar and running, and he is interested in broadcast journalism. At Notre Dame, he is considering studying business, public policy, Peace Studies, and Poverty Studies.

Thomas White
Hometown: Garden City, NY
School: Regis High School in New York, NY
Counselor: Hee-Sun Hong

At Regis High School, Tom was a Public Forum Debater in the Hearn Speech and Debate Society. He served an intern at the State of New York Grievance Committee for the Second and Eleventh Judicial Districts and was a ball person at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships. Tom also was assistant captain of the Garden City Wings Varsity Ice Hockey Team, and he led the team to the Long Island Championship Series. He is a recipient the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership. At Notre Dame, Tom is looking forward to studying in the Program of Liberal Studies.

Keon (Peter) Woo
Hometown: Tenafly, NJ
School: Tenafly High School in Tenafly, NJ
Counselor: Michael Saulnier

At Tenafly High School, Peter founded the “Music for Cambodia” fundraiser, which raised $5,000 for children’s education in Cambodia. Peter performed in his school’s Chamber Music Club, studied at the Manhattan School of Music as a pre-college student, and is a winner of the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society's Young Artist Chamber Music Competition. He also was president of the Pilgrim Church Youth Group. At Notre Dame, Peter is interested in studying business, education, and music.