Ben Wilson

Ben Wilson leads Mendoza's Student Life & Engagement and Experiential & Global Learning teams, working alongside faculty, colleagues across the college, and University partners to advance the holistic formation of future business leaders.

Grounded in Notre Dame’s mission, Ben's work focuses on crafting signature student experiences, intentional community and team building, and real-world leadership opportunities. The Student Life & Engagement team accompanies students throughout their Mendoza journey, from orientation to commencement, including resourcing students clubs and associations and curating meaningful engagement events. The Experiential and Global Learning team oversees Grow Irish across graduate degree programs, MBA immersions, and EMBA immersions, creating opportunities for students to apply academic knowledge to real business challenges and build relationships with partner organizations, business leaders, and peers in a spirit of mutual service. Together, these efforts help students develop the skills, habits, and virtues needed for lifelong career success and to Grow the Good in business.

Prior to joining Mendoza in 2022, Ben directed the Summer Service Learning Program (SSLP) at Notre Dame’s Center for Social Concerns after beginning his Notre Dame career in 2013. He earned a BA in Philosophy and a Master of Divinity both from Notre Dame. His work is informed by Catholic Social Teaching and his experience in secondary education, fundraising, and international development. He and his wife, Mary Ann, and their family live in downtown South Bend.