There are some people whose time at the Mount seems to capture everything the University hopes to cultivate—faith, friendship, and a deep commitment to service—and 27-year-old Hannah Broermann is one of those people.
As Hannah faces a recent diagnosis of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), her life continues to be a testament to resilience, grace, and to a kind of strength rooted in love, purpose, and unwavering service to others.
Hannah has always embraced life with enthusiasm, passion, and joy. A 2020 Educational Studies graduate of Mount St. Joseph University, Hannah came to campus from Badin High School in 2016 as a student-athlete. She was a two-sport athlete, competing in both tennis and softball. Throughout her tennis career, she received numerous awards for sportsmanship and for her success as a student athlete.
She also immersed herself in every corner of campus life—academics, athletics, leadership, and service—bringing a quiet determination, deep empathy, and a genuine care for others. Whether on the tennis court or softball field, leading in campus ministry, serving on mission trips, or building community across differences, Hannah lived out what it means to lead with both heart and action.
It was within this same vibrant campus community that Hannah found a partner who shared those values. In August of 2019, a close friendship with fellow MSJ alum Logan Chowning blossomed into a lifelong relationship.
After several years of building memories together, they got engaged in August of 2022 and were married in the Mount’s Mater Dei Chapel in May of 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Today, the two have built their life together on faith, friendship, and unconditional love. They share a home in Delhi Township with their English Mastiff and two rescue cats - a home filled with lots of life, plenty of laughter, and a deep sense of gratitude for the life they continue to build together. ALS has changed many things. But it hasn’t changed their love.
In her MSJ commencement reflection, Hannah named the three values that defined her experience—faith, friendship, and service—and those weren’t just words. They were a way of being. She strengthened her faith through reflection and community, built unlikely and lasting friendships, and discovered a lifelong calling to serve others with compassion and humility. Those same words: Faith, friendship, and service became the foundation of her work to come.
After graduation, Hannah committed to a year of service with the Vincentian Volunteers of Cincinnati. While taking an oath of poverty and living in intentional community, she served neighbors in need through The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. That year truly reflected Hannah’s selflessness, generosity, and deep commitment to serving others.
Following her year of service, Hannah continued her work with St. Vincent de Paul in a professional capacity, serving in a fundraising role and helping advance the organization’s mission of “neighbors helping neighbors.” She later embraced a new opportunity as a Development Assistant with Meals on Wheels Southwest Ohio & Northern Kentucky. In both roles, Hannah has combined her gifts of compassion, relationship-building, and organizational leadership to strengthen the impact of two non-profits that serve some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
She also shared her love of athletics by coaching tennis at Mercy McAuley High School until her diagnosis, mentoring young women both on and off the court. For Hannah, coaching was never just about competition; It was about building confidence, character, and a sense of belonging.
In January of 2024, Hannah began experiencing symptoms that gradually progressed, bringing frustration and uncertainty to what had been such an active and vibrant season of life. After months of doctor appointments, agonizing tests, and unanswered questions, on October 14 of 2025, Hannah was officially diagnosed with ALS at age 27.
While ALS has introduced profound challenges to everyday life, it has not changed who Hannah is. Her strength, humor, and grace continue to shine through in everything she does. Supported by Logan and her family, Hannah approaches each day with courage and hope. Hope that sharing her story will bring awareness to such a terrible disease. Hope that her story can educate others on how to get involved. And hope to find a cure for ALS.
Hannah’s story is defined by the countless lives she has touched—through her leadership, her compassion, and her steadfast belief in showing up for others. And that legacy continues to inspire all of us who have had the privilege to know her and learn from her.
Honoring Hannah at Annual Jim Robb Benefit Golf Outing
The 3rd Annual Jim Robb Benefit Golf Outing returns this year with a heartfelt mission: To honor and support Hannah Broermann Chowning. Established to raise money for families facing ALS, the benefit serves as a powerful intersection of Jim’s memory and battle with ALS while honoring a recipient battling this disease.
On Friday, May 8, 2026, the community will gather at Aston Oaks Golf Course to provide "Hope for Hannah." Participants can join the effort during the 7:30 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. outings, followed by a celebratory dinner at 7 p.m. A good portion of the proceeds will directly support Hannah and her family, ensuring they have the resources and care needed, and the rest will be donated to local ALS charities that have helped Jim and so many others fighting ALS. Although the golf outing is sold out, the Robb family still welcomes all to join throughout the day. Guests can enjoy raffles, split the pot and more!
Additionally, please stay tuned on the Hope for Hannah Facebook page for upcoming details regarding Hannah’s next community event on July 18, 2026.