Julie Roche Mudge (BSN ‘86 & MSN ‘12)
What have you been up to since graduating from Loyola?
I am currently the Director of APRNs at Cook County Health, having previously held the same role at the University of Chicago. Before that, I practiced as a Cardiology NP at Elmhurst Hospital (now Endeavor Health) and Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. I am proud and happy to lead APRNs while continuing my clinical practice in cardiology.
How do you feel your experience at LUC prepared you for your career or life in general?
Loyola prepared me to lead. It instilled in me the values of service, generosity, and education, while fostering a commitment to lifelong learning. I am deeply grateful for the education I received and for the inspiring role models who guided me along the way.
What professor or class at Loyola shaped you on a personal or professional level?
Dr. Sue Penkoffer and Dr. Meg Gulanik. Their guidance and passion impacted me so deeply that I fell in love with cardiology.
What are your fondest memories of Loyola?
One of my favorites is running with my friend and classmate Shelly Polich at 4:30 a.m. before clinicals! It was such a great way to start the day, staying energized and motivated as we prepared for our clinical rotations.
How have you remained involved with Loyola since graduation?
I’ve stayed in touch with friends from my time at Loyola, which has been wonderful.
What is your career advice to fellow Ramblers?
Remember the roots Loyola is giving you. You will always do well.
What have you been up to since graduating from Loyola?
I am currently the Director of APRNs at Cook County Health, having previously held the same role at the University of Chicago. Before that, I practiced as a Cardiology NP at Elmhurst Hospital (now Endeavor Health) and Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. I am proud and happy to lead APRNs while continuing my clinical practice in cardiology.
How do you feel your experience at LUC prepared you for your career or life in general?
Loyola prepared me to lead. It instilled in me the values of service, generosity, and education, while fostering a commitment to lifelong learning. I am deeply grateful for the education I received and for the inspiring role models who guided me along the way.
What professor or class at Loyola shaped you on a personal or professional level?
Dr. Sue Penkoffer and Dr. Meg Gulanik. Their guidance and passion impacted me so deeply that I fell in love with cardiology.
What are your fondest memories of Loyola?
One of my favorites is running with my friend and classmate Shelly Polich at 4:30 a.m. before clinicals! It was such a great way to start the day, staying energized and motivated as we prepared for our clinical rotations.
How have you remained involved with Loyola since graduation?
I’ve stayed in touch with friends from my time at Loyola, which has been wonderful.
What is your career advice to fellow Ramblers?
Remember the roots Loyola is giving you. You will always do well.