Tim Johnson (1946-2022) was the U.S. Congressman, Illinois 15th District from 2001 to 2013.
- Jim Brennan is an associate professor of history at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
- Scott Rice is the general counsel for the University of Illinois System.
- Clarence Lang is the Susan Welch Dean of the College of the Liberal Arts at Penn State. The below comments were obtained shortly after the completion of his PhD.
- Lisa Nikodem is the director of organizing at Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action.
- Megan MacDonald is the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships at Equitech Futures.
- Matthew Filter is the economic development manager for the Durham County government.
- Ben Jacobson works at the U.S. Department of Defense.
- Kelsie Torrenti Paul is the manager of interpretation & engagement at The Frick Pittsburgh Museum and Gardens.
- Abraham Souza is the Assistant U.S. Attorney at Department of Justice.