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Tim Sexton
As Associate Vice President for Public Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, Tim focuses on state and local government relations, as well as community relations. He serves as the primary liaison between Notre Dame and community leaders. Full bio.
Community Liaison for State and Local Government, Regional Business Leaders
Jay Caponigro
As Director of Community Engagement in the Office of Public Affairs, Jay assists with the development, execution and measurement of Notre Dame’s efforts to enhance its relationship with the local community, particularly with area PreK-12 schools and non-profit organizations. In addition, Jay supervises the management of the University's Robinson Community Learning Center. Full bio.
Community Liaison for PreK-12 Education, Community Engagement
Jennifer Knapp Beudert
As Manager of the Robinson Community Learning Center, Jennifer has oversight of program development, supervision of staff and volunteers, general administration, facilities management and fundraising. Full bio.
Community Liaison for the Robinson Community Learning Center
Tracy Rendall
As Senior Administrative Assistant to the Associate Vice President for Public Affairs and the first point of contact for the division, Tracy serves as the administrative liaison for state and local elected officials, community members, and visitors. Additionally,Tracy oversees the coordination of meetings, schedules and spearheads various projects within Public Affairs. Full bio.
Senior Administrative Assistant to the Associate Vice President for Public Affairs Contact Tracy
In addition to the team in the Office of Public Affairs, the University of Notre Dame has faculty and staff partners across campus that engage with our community at-large. For more information on campus/community engagement, visit engagement.nd.edu.