Louis R. Hotop, SJ, is from St. Louis, Missouri, and came to know the Jesuits through his time at St. Louis University High School. While in high school, Louie was very involved in a local youth group, in Boy Scouts through his parish and in campus ministry at school. These activities helped to form and solidify his desire to dedicate his life to the good of others. 
 After first vows, he was sent to earn his bachelor’s degree at Saint Louis University in philosophy and Russian studies. In order to enhance his Russian skills, he was lucky enough to spend a summer with the Jesuits and the Catholic communities in Siberia, where he taught English at various summer camps and lived with the Missionaries of Charity in a home for the destitute and alcoholics.

After ordination, Louie will head to the Diocese of Brownsville, Texas, where he will be ministering on the border with migrant communities and helping to do sacramental supply for the diocese.

Meredith Blatner is the Marketing Manager and Varsity Girls Soccer Coach at Arrupe Jesuit High School. A Chicago native, that embarked on her academic journey at Saint Louis University, where she pursued dual degrees in marketing and graphic design. 

Post-graduation, she dedicated a transformative period to the Alumni Service Corps, a commitment that guided her to Arrupe Jesuit High. Meredith taught in the English classroom and served as the Assistant Athletic Director for four years before transitioning into the role of Marketing Manager, blending her educational background with practical experience to contribute meaningfully to the institution's growth and outreach initiatives. 

In her free time she enjoys running, hiking, watching soccer, drinking coffee and spending time with her friends and family. 

Meredith's journey reflects a commitment to education, service, and the seamless fusion of creativity with strategic vision.