Katie Portka grew up in Worcester, Massachusetts and graduated from Benedictine College after studying Journalism and Political Science.  Katie has been involved in the pro-life movement since she was little. Growing up, she often attended the Walk for Life in Boston, pro-life fundraisers, and the National Pro-Life March, as well as praying outside abortion facilities.  In college, however, Katie became much more active. She started working as a sidewalk counselor …

Elise Broadus grew up in Parker, Colorado and graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder, after studying Strategic Advertising & Communications.  As a cradle Catholic, she was told here and there growing up about the church’s stance on abortion, but it was not until after college that she felt the need to defend her pro-life beliefs. On a 35-day trip across Europe, she met her now best friend (and co-worker), Maddie Schulte, who introduced her to the pro-life movement and played a large part in the re-awakening of Elise’s Catholic faith.   In a series of …

Kelsey Muse grew up in various cities across the U.S. She received an A.S. in Elementary Education and a B.A. in Communications from the University of Memphis. After teaching in the Middle East, she returned to the U. S. and graduated from Southwestern Assemblies of God University after studying a Master of Organizational Leadership.   Kelsey was adopted as a baby and …

Giovanni was born and raised in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania where he grew up as the oldest of five siblings. He was a four-year varsity soccer player at West Chester University where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies. After graduating college, he served for two years with NET Ministries, a Catholic missionary organization dedicated to bringing the gospel of Christ …

Sam Matthews grew up in Huntingtown, Maryland and graduated from the Catholic University of America after studying International Economics and Finance.  Sam grew up in a family that recognizes the sanctity of life. After hearing a talk by Michele Hendrickson at the Maryland March for Life, he became even more passionate about the issue of abortion. He worked with Students for Life to become an advocate for the preborn.   …

Brenna Lewis grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated from Xavier University after studying English and Business. Brenna always knew she was pro-life, but didn’t fully understand why until she watched the original Unplanned documentary in high school and attended her first National Pro-Life March in Washington, D.C. in 2009. Seeing the packed Verizon Center at the 2009 Youth Rally & Mass for Life was a moment she’ll never forget. …

Veronica Lamlech grew up in a big family  in Chicago, Illinois.  She attended Northern Illinois University where she studied Music Education.  Veronica has always had a love for children and mothers. Before Students For Life of America, she worked in the childcare field and nannied for several families. This work really enhanced her pro-life views later in life.  Veronica was raised …

Liana (Hollendonner) Moorman grew up in Florence, New Jersey and graduated from DeSales University after studying Political Science and Theology.  Liana’s first pro-life experience was at the March for Life when she was twelve years old. She distinctly remembers looking around and seeing so many families and young people, and listening to the great lineup of speakers. She remembers a profound feeling of responsibility for the preborn as she thought, “How …

Lucy Sykes grew up in Highland, Illinois and graduated from Saint Louis University (SLU) after studying Theological Studies. Her passion for participating in pro-life efforts began in high school, where she led the pro-life group. From there, she went on to spend her extra time helping advance the pro-life cause as she served as Vice President and Social Media Coordinator …

Olivia grew up in San Antonio, Texas and graduated with her master’s from Our Lady of the Lake University after studying Nonprofit Management. After a pro-life student leader encouraged Olivia to join their high school’s pro-life club, Olivia fell in love with the pro-life movement. From ages 14-22, Olivia devoted most of her time to her Students for Life club; …