John Scarano
Director of Campus Ministry
E-mail - jscarano@jcu.edu

John's tenure as the Director of Campus Ministry at JCU began in August of 2003. Prior to his time here, he served as the Director of the Newman Catholic Student Center at Southern Illinois University, in Carbondale, IL, and the Diocesan Director of Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Belleville, IL. He received an MA from the University of Notre Dame in Theology, with a concentration in Scripture, and has been a full-time lay minister in the Catholic Church since 1981. His background includes both large metropolitan and more intimate campus ministry institutions, as well as Catholic, state and private settings. He's been both a "lone ranger" in campus ministry as well as an administrator, directing a staff of eight professionals and six student interns. His opportunities in campus ministry have taken him from the classroom to the mountains of Haiti and the cliffs of the Appalachian Trail.

John places great value on his vocation as a lay minister, and, specifically, in his focus on ministry to and with higher education. He is a proponent of ministry to the institution -- which includes students, faculty, administrators and staff. His preferred style is one of collaboration in team ministry. He is an avid reader and strongly believes in constant and continuing education in one's field of expertise. His specialized focus in ministry is in the areas of hospitality, pastoral ministry, education and scripture. John is married to Christine, and together, they have three children: Erica, Matthew and Sarah. You can reach him at 216-397-4701.

Paula Fitzgerald
Associate Director and Coordinator of Retreats
E-mail - pfitzgerald@jcu.edu

Paula Fitzgerald joined JCU's Campus Ministry staff in August 1998 with primary responsibility for coordinating retreats. She has a keen interest in and significant experience with Ignatian spirituality, and this is reflected in the Ignatian dimensions of all retreat programs.  Paula especially enjoys getting to work with student leaders in the planning process.

Paula received her Master of Divinity from the Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge, MA and for two years she served in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps (Southwest and East regions). She enjoys traveling and has lived and worked in NY, PA, San Francisco, CA, Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC, Boston and Tokyo, Japan. Paula is a native New Yorker and an avid sports fan who continues to root for her beloved Yankees, Giants and Rangers. She enjoys reading, Jazzercise and spending time with her husband, Tom and their daughters, Dorothy and Lucy. She can be reached at 216-397-4709.

Christopher Kerr
Coordinator of Social Justice Initiatives & Immersion Experiences
E-mail - ckerr@jcu.edu

Chris is joining the Campus Ministry staff after time at St. Edward High School and Metro Catholic Parish School.  While at St. Edward, Chris coordinated their community service program, organized social justice activities and taught theology.  He graduated from JCU in 2000 and also earned his master's degree from John Carroll in Education Administration in 2005.

Chris and his wife Jill are recently married and live in Shaker Heights.  Jill and Chris spend Sundays during football season cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Chris enjoys playing softball and running in his spare time.  Chris can be reached at 216-397-4777.

Carrie Pollick
Coordinator of Small Faith Communities (CLC's)
E-mail - cpollick@jcu.edu

Carrie returned to the John Carroll community in the fall of 2007, after being away since 2004. Carrie graduated from John Carroll University in 2001 with a BA in Communications. After serving in the Peace Corps in Kenya, East Africa, Carrie found herself back at JCU as the Campus Minister/Coordinator of Social Justice Initiatives for one year. She then attended Boston College, earning Masters degrees in Pastoral Ministry and Social Work.

Carrie is married to Drew, also a JCU grad, and together, they have two wonderful children – Clare and Michael. Carrie enjoys photography, traveling, and learning about different cultures. Carrie can be reached at 216-397-1506.

Gail Roussey
Coordinator of Liturgy
E-mail - groussey@jcu.edu

Gail started at JCU in August, 2004 and has primary responsibility for coordinating all liturgies at JCU. She is excited about working with the large number of presiders who make themselves available to the JCU community and the many student leaders and liturgical ministers who serve the community at Mass.

Gail is a certified pastoral minister in the Diocese of Cleveland and received a Masters in Ministry from Ursuline College. She has worked for the Diocese of Cleveland Pastoral Planning Office and as a pastoral minister. Originally from New Jersey, Gail and her two daughters, Abby and Rachel, enjoy living in Chardon, the center of the snowbelt area of Northeast Ohio.

Rev. William M. Bichl, S.J.
Campus Minister/Alumni Relations
E-mail - bichl@jcu.edu

Rev. William M. Bichl, S.J., joined the Campus Ministry staff in August, 2006.  As an Assistant Professor of Philosophy, he was Assistant Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences of John Carroll University from July 1982 through July 2006. He was appointed to the faculty in January 1970, having served as an Instructor in Philosophy in the 1963-64 academic year.

Father Bichl received his A.B. (Honors) degree from Loyola University Chicago in 1953. He earned an M.A. in philosophy from Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1954. That same year, he entered the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) at Milford, Ohio. In the course of graduate studies, he earned a Licentiate in Philosophy (Ph.L.) from Saint Louis University in 1960, and pursued doctoral studies in philosophy at the same university. Ordained to the Catholic priesthood in June 1967, he later earned a second M. A. in theology from Loyola University Chicago, and a Licentiate in Sacred Theology (S.T.L.) from Bellarmine School of Theology, North Aurora , Illinois.

Father Bichl has been active in the Jesuit Philosophical Association for many years, having served as its President in 1995-1996, as well as of the American Catholic Philosophical Association. He served two terms on the Board of Trustees of Borromeo Seminary College, Wickliffe, Ohio, from August 1995 to November 2001. He has also been Academic Affairs Delegate of John Carroll University to the College Board National Forum.

Father Bichl is Faculty Adviser for the John Carroll chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit university and college honor society. From October 2003 to October 2006, he was vice-president of the national Alpha Sigma Nu Board of Directors. 

Barbara Vorel
Secretary
E-mail - bvorel@jcu.edu

Barb started at John Carroll in August, 1997.  She worked as secretary of the Department of Religious Studies and the University Counseling Center before coming to Campus Ministry in the fall of 2006.   

Barb manages to take classes at JCU during her lunch hour and in the evening, and her personal goal is to earn a degree before she reaches retirement.  She has served on parish council at St Ann Church and for several years volunteered there as an environmental minister.  She lives in Cleveland Heights with her husband, Frank, and has three daughters. 

Rev. Joseph Schell, S.J.
Founding Director, Advisor and Advocate, Campus Minister Emeritus

Fr. Schell is the founding director of Campus Ministry. He was at JCU for 58 years and has served the community in numerous capacities, including as its president. He can be reached at Colombiere Center, PO Box 139, Clarkson, MI 4837-0139.

Michelle Anderson
Resident Minister - Pacelli Hall, Room 201
E-mail - manderson07@jcu.edu

Michelle is the resident minister in Pacelli Hall. She graduated from John Carroll University in 2007 with dual business degrees in Marketing and Logistics. She is now in the Communications Management Graduate Program, and hopes to graduate in 2009 to pursue a career in event planning. This Solon, Ohio native was a RA while an undergraduate at Carroll. Her experience was phenomenal, and she is excited to stay for another year at Carroll and work with the Residence Life and Campus Ministry departments as part of the Resident Ministry team.

Michelle has gone on two immersion trips with Campus Ministry, one to Duran Ecuador and one to Chicago. She is also a Eucharistic Minister, and is very active with the Christian Life Communities on campus. This year, she hopes to lead a spring break trip, and looks forward to leading another CLC group! Michelle enjoys baking and LOVES visitors so stop on by Pacelli for some good talk and good fun!

Ashley Boone
Resident Minister - Hamlin Hall, Room 108
E-mail - aboone07@jcu.edu

Ashley is thrilled to be the Resident Minister in Hamlin hall this year after graduating from John Carroll in June of 2007.  Reflecting her Communication and Theatre Arts degree, Ashley currently works with the JCU Department of Enrollment helping the University use video to connect with prospective students through Internet sites such as YouTube. 
  
 Ashley’s involvement with Campus Ministry first began after attending the "Living Simply" Camping Retreat during her sophomore year. Since then she has been an active member of J.U.S.T.I.C.E and participated in the School of the Americas Protest at Ft. Benning, GA, the Call to Action National Conference, Manresa Retreats, Nicaragua Immersion Experience, and a social justice advocacy trip to Washington, D.C. During her junior year, Ashley studied abroad with "Semester at Sea" aboard the MV Explorer.  In her free time, Ashley enjoys hiking, writing, cooking, watching movies with friends, playing in the JCU Pep Band and savoring a cup of fair trade coffee while relaxing at the West Side Market. Come along with her sometime, or just stop by her room for some coffee or a smoothie!

Timmy Dunn
Resident Minister - Murphy Hall, Room 218
E-mail - tdunn06@jcu.edu

Timmy is the Resident Minister for Murphy Hall.  He graduated from John Carroll in 2006, with a degree in religious studies.  The focus of his studies is Ignatian Spirituality and its application to social justice.  Timmy also had a minor in English and a concentration in Catholic Studies. 

Timmy enjoys movies, sports (especially baseball), country music, and eating.  As an undergrad, he was involved in many extracurricular activities: Knights of Columbus, Manresa, service work, etc., all of which he is more than happy to talk to students about. 

Joe Filous
Resident Minister - Millor Hall, Room 247
E-mail - jfilous10@jcu.edu

Joe recently graduated from Walsh University with a degree in history. At Walsh, he was involved with Campus Ministry, Chorale, and Habitat for Humanity. He now joins John Carroll's Campus Ministry as the Resident Minister in Millor Hall. Joe is also a Graduate Assistant in the history department.

During his free time, Joe enjoys playing video games and reading. Some of his favorite books are Catch-22, The Great Divorce, and Utopia. Feel free to visit Joe either in Millor Hall or in his office in the history department

Joe Gehring
Resident Minister - Sutowski Hall, Room 125
E-mail - jgehring07@jcu.edu

Joe is the resident minister in Sutowski Hall. He graduated from JCU in 2007 with a degree in Primary Education. He is currently in the Education Administration graduate school program. He plans to teach for a few years after earning his masters and then eventually becoming a principal in either the Cleveland or Columbus city school district. Over Joe’s four years as an undergrad JCU student, he was an Resident Assistant, CLC leader and participant, Manresa retreat leader and participant, GUIDANCE retreat participant, helped with the "Through The Eyes of a Child" program, went on the Chicago service trip, did intramural sports, and was a WJCU DJ. Joe also played four years of football for the Blue Streaks as an offensive lineman.

Joe’s hobbies are watching professional wrestling, eating, and cheering his Ohio State Buckeyes onto victory. Stop by his room anytime to watch some football, play some NES, or hang out.

Moira O'Malley
Resident Minister - Dolan Hall, Room 201
E-mail - momalley09@jcu.edu

Moira serves as the resident minister in Dolan Hall and is also a Graduate Assistant in the JCU Division of Student Affairs.  She is a graduate student pursuing her master’s degree in School Counseling and will be an intern at Magnificat High School.  Moira first became involved with JCU campus ministry by joining a group of students on a Habitat for Humanity trip to Biloxi, Mississippi.  She is thrilled to have the opportunity to be a resident minister and hopes to both lead an immersion experience this year and become involved with the many of the local community service opportunities and retreats. 

Prior to her studies and involvement at JCU, Moira attended Xavier University in Cincinnati and then went on to work for the American Cancer Society.  While at Xavier, she traveled to the Dominican Republic to aid at an orphanage and also enjoyed a semester in Galway, Ireland.  In her spare time, she loves running, spending time with friends and family and getting to know new people.  Moira is very welcoming and as a part of her counseling background, is an excellent listener.  She would love visitors in her new apartment or in her office in the Student Center, so feel free to stop by at any time!