Notre Dame Heroes #17

Heroes are problem solvers. They use all of their resources to ensure that everything runs smoothly. They are the ballasts keeping everything grounded.

Carmen Fernandez is part of the foundation of Notre Dame. It is her wisdom and integrity that represent the ideals Notre Dame was built upon. She is a source of advice and the liaison between the DFW community and our job training program. Her patience and persistence has led to full time job placement for many of Notre Dame’s vocational and post-graduate students and is a clear indicator of Carmen’s ability to teach life-long job skills. She is a proponent for self-determination and treats each student with dignity and kindness. As a leader, Carmen has the skills to teach and work with staff in the development of current and effective methods of job instruction. Her winning personality and calm demeanor make her a valuable advisor to both staff and students. It is her incredible problem solving skills that make Carmen a true Notre Dame Hero.