Inside: It’s Official … Malone University! | Malone Signs Agreement to Purchase Jewish Center Property
STEWARDSHIP Caring responsibly for our resources
Fall 2008
Campus News
On October 3, 2008, students, alumni, faculty, staff, dignitaries, and members of the Canton community packed out the Johnson Center for Worship and the Fine Arts to celebrate the Malone University Convocation. Look for more photographs which memorialize this historic weekend on pages 24–25.
{2} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {3}
MA G A Z IN E
Volume 10 | Number 1
On the cover: Late summer’s produce at Hilgert’s Farm in Portage County offers beautiful colors and a healthy harvest! Read about Karen Hilgert ’97, her passion for agriculture, and how she shares that passion with her community.
Feature: Stewardship
{4} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
10
Committed to Conservation
14
Come to the Table of Plenty
18
Everything is Connected
Gary Mast ’71 (pictured above) | Malone’s Alumnus of the Year hails from a sixth-generation family farm in Holmes County and worked his way to the office of Deputy Under Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture.
Karen Hilgert ’97 | From full-time nurse to full-time farmer, Karen discusses her love of the Lord and how it corresponds with her love of the land.
Sarah Doll ’04 | A restaurateur in Coldwater, Michigan, Sarah says that her experience at Malone impacted her so greatly that she wouldn’t know how to not honor the concept of stewardship.
24
28
6
President’s Message
7
Editor’s Note
8
Pastor’s Pen
9
Feature: Stewardship
40
Dr. Streit discusses the opportunities that came with the transition from college to university.
Rescuing God’s gifts from the garbage heap …
Living with an open hand can free us.
How Malone alumni are using the resources and gifts God has entrusted to their care.
22
Academic News
24
Campus News
29
Alumni News
40
Athletics
Malone announces academic merger — School of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Malone University, Homecoming, Jewish Center purchase agreement — we’ve been busy!
Class Notes, Future Pioneers, Weddings, Alumni Spotlight: Kevin Igli ’81
Athletics teams updates, Charlie Grimes named athletic director.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {5}
President’s Message
President’s Message
I like to think that every challenge brings with it a new opportunity. At Malone University, we recently faced the inherent challenges that come with a name change. The University Transition Committee spent months coordinating efforts to uncover all areas that would be affected by our new moniker and assisted departments with its implementation. Not unlike a new bride replacing her maiden name on all identification, we went about the business of updating ours.
Gary Streit
Signage, for example—from the large replay board facing Interstate 77 at Fawcett Stadium to the smallest pencil in the bookstore—was, of course, the main issue to be addressed. Our challenge was how to do it right—while at the same time keeping expenses and waste to a minimum. The challenge became an opportunity to become the very model of good stewardship. Teamed with our hardworking Physical Plant staff, we developed a plan, phasing out old signage based on a list of priorities as deemed appropriate by the leadership team. The most important mandate was for prominent signage to be replaced in time for our grand “unveiling” that took place during Homecoming Weekend. Old signage, then, became the property of the sign company and was recycled. All departments were encouraged to be good stewards of inventory of such things as stationery. “Use it up!” became the order of the day. Our Fiftieth Anniversary version, followed by departmental versions, followed by the generic version of old letterhead served us well right up through October 2. Beautiful gift baskets made up of Malone College bookstore products—stadium blankets, sweatshirts, ball caps and the like—were offered as silent auction items in support of local charity events. I understand that these became highly sought-after commodities for the keepsake value alone! Once again, the challenge of making room on our bookstore shelves for Malone University merchandise became a wonderful opportunity to spread some good will throughout the community. These are all just a few examples of how one opportunity to demonstrate good stewardship was carried out. As overseers of our Father’s world, we have been given the responsibility to care for His creation during our short stay here. I will never tire of discovering how our own Malone University alumni are carrying out the mission of their alma mater. The phrase “committed to serving the church, community, and world” takes on a special meaning in this issue of the Malone Magazine. You will indeed meet Malone alumni who are, by practicing good stewardship, making a literal impact upon the world itself. What a challenge! But more than that—what a tremendous opportunity!
{6} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Editor’s Note
Editor’s Note
MAGAZ INE
Editor Suzie Thomas sthomas@malone.edu
I don’t have the best home filing system in the world, but it works for me. Part of my system includes a “to be shredded” bag. You know—just doing my part to prevent identity theft, and all. So last spring at income tax time, I thought it might be a good idea to go through the “to be shredded” bag, just in case something important had inadvertently found its way there. I dug into the distasteful chore of sorting through old trash.
Managing Editor Amber Balash ’00 abalash@malone.edu Designer Dave Yakley ’95 dyakley@malone.edu Director of Alumni and Parent Relations Deb Robinson ’76 drobinson@malone.edu President Gary W. Streit, Ph.D. Vice President for University Advancement Howard E. Taylor Printer Duncan Press, Inc. Canton, Ohio Cover Photography Media Arts Group Akron, Ohio Special thanks to Karen Warner for assisting with copy editing. Malone Magazine is published three times each year for alumni and friends of Malone University, Canton, Ohio, 44709.
Suzie Thomas
“Are you sure you feel like going through that garbage?” my husband asked.
“I’m pretty sure I don’t,” I told him, “but maybe I should.” Sure enough, something that looked like it might fall under the category of health expenses—“Explanation of Benefits”—looked suspect. I may need those, I thought. To be honest, I hadn’t opened most of them. With the large, bold type reading, “not a bill” across the top, why bother? I opened the first EOB statement, only to discover something a tad out of the ordinary. A reimbursement check for something like $12 was attached. I opened another—$6 this time. And another for $20. When all was said and done, I had rescued $122.61 from the shredder. Thankfully, none of the checks had expired. We all go through garbage that—if given the choice—we would really rather not go through. But maybe we should. Some days we cry out to God, asking Him why He would ever allow us to go through it. In fact, maybe you’re going through some today. But look again. Perhaps that garbage you’re going through is really $122.61. Along those lines, we’ve all heard it said that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. (Garage sale, anyone?) The current, trendy phrase “going green” is a recycled idea in itself, not unlike the “ecology now” movement of the 1970s or the World War II “conservation movement” of the 1940s.
Opinions expressed are those of contributors and do not necessarily represent those of Malone University.
It’s still called stewardship. And when we practice good stewardship of the gifts— including natural resources—that God has loaned us, there is a lot less garbage to contend with.
© 2008 Malone University. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited.
In this issue of the Malone Magazine, you will meet some creative Malone alumni spearheading efforts to do just that.
Malone University has established a policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or military or veteran status.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {7}
Pastor’s Pen
Pastor’s Pen
A Theology of the Open Hand When my two grown sons were very young, I purchased a new van for our family. I thought it was the best-looking vehicle on the road! I gave it immaculate care … washing it, polishing it, servicing the engine, and vacuuming the dark brown corduroy seats and carpet. I could have been accused of treating it like a third child in the family. I began to notice, however, a change in attitude toward my family when we used that van. The boys would, among other things, often spill some of their “Happy Meals” on the seats and floor. My wife, Kathy, would try to use it as a truck to haul her larger yard-sale purchases. She’d also use it as a “commuter bus” for taking our sons and neighborhood children to activities like Vacation Bible School or swimming lessons. I began to obsess over every crumb, greasy fingerprint, scratch, and dent! I noticed myself becoming more critical and less loving and fun, particularly when driving the van. One day, after a lot of soul searching, I discussed with Kathy my need to sell the van. We then bought a huge, used station wagon with vinyl seats … and even a luggage rack for those larger yard sale purchases! It took me a while to get used to the change. But the freedom I experienced, and the memories of family fun (even food fights!) in that station wagon throughout the next 12 years, remain priceless! I learned a simple but profound lesson from that experience. A tight grip on a possession was poisoning my heart and my most precious relationships. Learning to loosen my grip and open my hand led me to something so much better. This is a basic principle of biblical stewardship which God wants us to catch. God delegated management of His creation to us. He’s tasked us to use His good and bounteous gifts for our good, the benefit of others, and the glory of God. But when we grip those gifts too tightly or we fail to manage them wisely, they can soon control us and bring painful consequences. As Jesus humbly “let go” of His divine attributes in order to become a servant in human form, so we must develop the same mindset as godly stewards. If our grip is too tight on our money, time, talents, or even our favorite car (or van!) … we are likely hurting some people down the line, starting with ourselves. Living with an open hand is much healthier for everyone and a lot more fun! “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though He was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,” (Phil. 2:5–6 ESV)
{8} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Feature
Stewardship Creation care. Financial resources. People. We call our caring of these things stewardship because we recognize that land and money and people belong not to us, but to our Creator God—and our responsibility is to mind with excellence that which He has entrusted to our care. In these pages you’ll meet some superb Malone alumni stewards…
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {9}
Campus News
Caring for the land is in Gary Mast’s blood. From a sixth-generation family dairy and crop farm in Holmes County, Gary ’71 came to Malone and soon decided to study natural resources as a biology major …
{10} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {11}
Feature
He quickly became a protégé of Charlie King, Ph.D., whom Gary describes as, “a professor who believed in learning things hands-on, which was a great style for me. He took us on a lot of field trips, and no matter the topic, he’d bring in a comprehensive view of whatever ecosystem we were studying. His influence and his confidence in me has greatly influenced what I’m doing today.” Dr. King often pointed out the value of the USDA Soil Conservation Service (now the Natural Resources Conservation Service) and the local conservation districts. After graduation, Gary returned to his family’s homestead to farm with his father and brother, Jon. Within a few years, he was asked to run for the local board of supervisors for his county’s conservation district. He was elected and served as a volunteer board member from 1981 through 2005. His involvement with districts gradually led to state and national leadership roles. Gary served as president of the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Districts from 1995–1997 and as president
Gary’s responsibilities as Deputy Under Secretary of the USDA include: • Overseeing NRCS • Policy review and implementation • Writing policy, such as the Farm Bill • Working with many other federal agencies, especially the EPA • Encouraging local people to solve local issues—promoting conservation practices, supporting easement programs and wildlife programs
{12} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
of the National Association of Conservation Districts from 2002–2005. Conservation districts throughout the country provide local leadership to help solve local resource conservation issues. Gary’s volunteer activities then led to conservation employment, first as Special Assistant to the Chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in 2005 and soon thereafter, as Chief of Staff. Then, in 2007, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that Gary was their selection for Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources & Environment—one of the highest national posts held by a Malone alumnus. “Gary Mast is a seasoned veteran of agriculture and conservation issues,” said Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns when Gary’s selection was announced. “Gary is well regarded within USDA and by our stakeholders. His background and passion for conservation [was] especially valuable as we [worked on the] 2007 farm bill.”
• Representing USDA on natural resource and environmental issues with other federal agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Commerce, Department of Interior, and Department of Transportation. Gary emphasizes that everyone shares responsibility in being a good steward of the land! Practical ways alumni can help include:
Gary’s position oversees NRCS, the agency that works with landowners and producers (70% of the landmass in the United States is privately owned) to prevent damage to natural resources and the environment, restore the resource base, and promote good land management. The agency provides technical expertise and financial assistance for the implementation of conservation practices. The environmental benefits from this work assist, not only farmers and ranchers, but all of society. Gary also works directly with Under Secretary Mark Rey (responsible for general oversight of NRCS and the Forest Service) on conservation policy and operations issues. In his office, Gary keeps a framed photograph of himself with several fellow college classmates dressed in suits and acting as pallbearers. To honor the first Earth Day in 1970, the group buried litter in a coffin outside Founders Hall to bring attention to the growing problem of pollution.
• Recycling • Buying food locally as much as possible • Not wasting resources, especially water • Minimizing use of lawn fertilizer • Simply taking the time to find out what you might do to reduce your carbon footprint
Gary Mast meets with Edward T. Shafer, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and former governor of North Dakota. photos by David Duncan Photography; www.davidduncan.com
“As a youngster I watched my father install conservation practices with the help of the agency that I now work for. I saw firsthand how they created healthy soil, limited erosion, and enhanced wildlife. I’ve been a conservation activist all my life,” Gary says. “Malone cultivated that passion—I had a wonderful experience there.” Gary says he was also greatly influenced by professors Arnold Fritz and Dale Thomson. He served on student council, was a member of several student organizations, and met his future wife (now of 35 years) in Yellowstone Park on a field trip facilitated by Charlie King!
Gary and Charlie have cultivated a lifelong friendship—even as Charlie has retired in southern Colorado. Gary encouraged Charlie to be on his local soil and water conservation board, and last year represented USDA at the 60th anniversary celebration of the San Juan Conservation District with other state and national dignitaries. When Charlie’s district formed in 1947, it contained the one billionth acre to be included in conservation district management. The celebration proved to be a great way to re-connect student and teacher.
Gary and Diane (Stromme) ’72, an attorney who practiced for more than 20 years, have two children: son, Aaron, a high school senior; and daughter, Esther, a college junior. Esther, who interned in Washington, D.C. at the Department of the Interior, the White House, and this summer with the House of Representatives Agriculture Committee, is looking toward a career in the nation’s capitol. As such, Gary is passing on his passion to his children—not only for conservation, but for public service.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {13}
Feature F Fe eat eat atur atur ure ure
Come to the table of Karen Hilgert ’97 is a woman you want in your corner. She’s hardworking, kind, feisty, bright, and passionate. She has been an RN for more than 30 years. She reared four college-degreed children. She’s a colon cancer survivor. She has a tenacious, gutsy, faith. And she’s quite passionate about one of her favorite topics—farming. “Without farmers, there would be no food,” Karen says. “And these days, we’re getting further and further away from understanding the production of our food. Agriculture is taken for granted, and farming is an often misunderstood and complex profession.” Karen’s husband, Robert, was one of nine children to grow up on the Hilgert Family Farm in Portage County. In 1981, he, Karen, and their four children took over operations even as Karen continued her work as a nurse. They also opened a farm market in their century-old barn, and became one of the area’s best known “U-Pick” farms (customers pick the produce themselves). “Radios are discouraged in our fields, as people often come for the peacefulness of our farm, as well as for the food. Once I saw a man sitting on a bucket in the field, and he said he was just looking, and remembering. Another woman told me that she came because we feed her soul as well as her body,” Karen shares. “I love watching and hearing about the sense of accomplishment people—especially children—get from something as simple as picking their own vegetables. It’s good for them physically, mentally, and spiritually because there is so much to learn from farming the land.”
{14} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
photos by Todd Biss, Media Arts Group
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {15}
Campus News
As a nurse, Karen has worked to promote wellness since 1964. And nursing is where her story connects with Malone University— she was in the second class of registered nurses, completing her BSN through Malone’s degree-completion program.
church, and we sang the song, Come to the Table of Plenty. I knew that I couldn’t sing it if I didn’t believe it, so I sang it and decided to trust,” she says. “A year later, we sang that exact song again, and I realized just how well God had taken care of us.”
“I learned so much there,” she says. “Even though I’m no longer working as a nurse, I use something I learned at Malone every single day, and I do not regret one moment of my time there.”
Faith is absolutely essential to survival for farmers, Karen explains. The greatest challenge is completely out of their control—the weather!
She loved nursing, and it was difficult for her to retire—but her husband needed her help on the farm. “As we were making the decision for me to work with him, I was struggling with having the faith that God would provide for all of our needs. That Sunday, I walked into
{16} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
“As a new wife, I thought that it was my fault if the weather was bad because I hadn’t prayed hard enough,” she says. “I told my husband, ‘If I could give you perfect weather, you could grow anything!’ And he said to me—‘What, and take away all the fun?’ I’d been fighting the weather so hard, but the weather just is, and I had to learn to accept it.”
Feature
This year crops are especially abundant in Ohio because of the weather. So she’s working in her community to teach folks how to can, freeze, and dry food— education that could prove particularly helpful with rising living costs. As a representative of the County Farm Service Agency and the local farmland preservation board, Karen also works to promote programs, educate others about new policies and available federal funding, and screen requests for federal aid. So the next time you happen to have a question about agriculture in the Portage County area, you can feel fairly confident that Karen Hilgert can help you find the answer.
Come to the Table of Plenty Refrain Come to the feast of heaven and earth! Come to the table of plenty! God will provide for all that we need, here at the table of plenty. 1. O come and sit at my table where saints and sinners are friends. I wait to welcome the lost and lonely to share the cup of my love. 2. O come and eat without money; come to drink without price. My feast of gladness will feed your spirit with faith and fullness of life. 3. My bread will ever sustain you through days of sorrow and woe. My wine will flow like a sea of gladness to flood the depths of your soul.
4. Your fields will flower in fullness; your homes will flourish in peace. For I, the giver of home and harvest, will send my rain on the soil. © 1992, Daniel L. Schutte. Published by OCP. All rights reserved. Hilgert Berry Farm & Market www.hilgerts.com 3431 Waterloo Road in Mogadore Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 1.800.HILGERTS Crops grown on the Hilgert farm include strawberries, red raspberries, melons, peas, broccoli, sweet corn, cabbage, 10 kinds of beans, 8 kinds of peppers, tomatoes, summer produce, okra, greens, and winter produce. They also sell other locally grown produce in their store.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {17}
Campus News
Sarah Doll ’04 took to heart all that she learned about the concept of stewardship during her four years at Malone— particularly at the Coalition for Christian Outreach “Jubilee” conference, which teaches students how to integrate their faith with their careers … photos by Todd Biss, Media Arts Group
{18} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {19}
Feature
Stewardship was so ingrained in me at Malone that it’s a natural concept …
And though it’s not a career move she had ever expected, Sarah has found that she’s been given the opportunity to live out much of what she learned in her college days. She and her brother, Jamie, co-own a restaurant, Benedict’s Steakhouse, in Coldwater, Michigan. “Through Jubilee, I learned that everything is spiritual—everything is connected,” Sarah says. “That means that it matters that I help take care of the environment, that I buy locally, that I give to my community.” This is the kind of stewardship that she and her brother are intentional about practicing.
{20} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
They buy as much of their food as locally as possible. Their furnishings were purchased locally. They use a local carpet cleaner. They use cloth napkins instead of paper. Even the plants that beautify the outside of the restaurant are purchased from a local florist. They host benefits for community members and donate gift certificates for numerous occasions. Also, Sarah is serving a term as president of the board of the local homeless shelter. “Stewardship was so ingrained in me at Malone that it’s a natural concept,” Sarah says. “I wouldn’t know how to not care about these things.”
Feature
Sarah Doll chats with an employee at Benedict’s.
The aspect that Sarah enjoys the most about owning the restaurant, she says, is her relationship with the employees. It’s also proven to be the greatest challenge. “I was a ‘poster girl’ at Malone—I was homecoming queen, I lived on campus all four years (one as a resident advisor), I was on the golf team, I was the vice president of the student body, and I loved every second of my experience there,” Sarah explains. “And I was so ingrained in the ‘Christian world’ that I actually forgot that people even lied! I was surrounded by all these amazing friends and in such a safe environment (at Malone) that leaving it was a complete shock to my system.”
Many of the employees at Benedict’s, she says, were at first somewhat closedminded to the idea of faith. In fact, one was shocked to learn that Sarah is a Christian. Not because of anything she had or hadn’t been doing—but because other “religious” people she’d met had treated her so badly. Sarah and this employee have had many conversations since, she adds, and she now feels completely comfortable asking difficult questions about her beliefs.
coworkers to go into the early morning hours—sometimes until 3 a.m. Sarah and Jamie have also made it a policy never to ask an employee to do something they were not willing to do themselves. If dishes need to be done, Sarah or Jamie will tie on an apron and get to work.
But Sarah and Jamie have come to consider their employees as family, with some surprising results. For one, turnover has remained astonishingly low—especially for the restaurant business. Two, Sarah has sometimes found conversations with
Editor’s note: Stewardship of her personal financial resources is also important to Sarah—this young alumna was proud to pay off her student loans the day before this story interview took place!
“That shocks people,” Sarah says, “but I think it helps the people who work here know that we care about them.”
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {21}
Academic News
O
n January 1, 2009, the new yyear will bring with it a new sc school at Malone University, the School of Graduate and Professional Studies—a combination of the School of Continuing Studies and Office of Graduate Student Services. Marjorie Carlson Hurst, D.B.A., will serve as dean of The School of Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS). The purpose for the change, explains Dr. Carlson Hurst, is to better provide services and faith-based programs for the nontraditional life learner. Both the School of Continuing Studies and the Office of Graduate Student Services deal with the student who is older than the traditional undergraduate student. The demographic for the students who attend graduate programs in Business, Christian Ministries, Nursing, Counseling, Education, or undergraduate degree-completion programs is very similar. The average age is about 38 years old. This student usually has a family, is working full time, and spends time on campus after 5 p.m. weeknights or on Saturdays. One of the first enhancements that the GPS staff developed was evening chapel for graduate, nursing degree-completion, and continuing studies students. Karen Dean Fry, vice president for constituent relations, and Tim Pitzer, director of constituent programs, volunteered to facilitate a firstever Thanksgiving chapel for nontraditional students from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the
{22} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Fred F. Silk Auditorium of Mitchell Hall on November 17–20, 2008. Students were invited to worship and give thanks for how God has blessed Malone University and their lives. The theme was “Be the One.” Christmas Chapel was also held from December 8–11, 2008. The long-range plan is to have regular chapel times monthly for GPS students. As the two groups merge, there will be a number of economies of scale that will benefit the University. In the past, both schools did recruiting, marketing, counseling, and registration for the student entering either the Malone Management Program or one of the graduate programs. That meant that there were usually two people doing the same thing in two departments. The merge will allow for combining some of these responsibilities under one person. Carlson Hurst explained that the leadership of this new school will include four key positions. Brock Reiman, Ph.D., director of the graduate program in counselor education, will be joining GPS as the associate dean of graduate programs; Cindy Wilson, currently the academic director of MMP, will take on an expanded role as senior director of degree completion. John Koshmider will remain in the position of director of distributed learning and will serve in an expanded role, providing instructional design help for new online initiatives. Dan Depasquale, senior director of operations, will assume the responsibility for the daily operations of the new school. Dan will oversee recruiting, enrollment, and the administrative support staff.
Campus News
The group has been charged with looking for ways to improve student services for current students while developing new programs to appeal to new students. One example of the new initiatives includes taking the Malone Management Program to Hong Kong. Carlson Hurst visited Hong Kong in July 2008 with direction from Malone University President Gary Streit to test the feasibility of offering Hong Kong residents the same faithbased management program that the University currently offers in Canton, Mahoning Valley, Ashland, Brecksville, New Philadelphia, and online. An agreement was struck and the relationship between Malone University and the Faith Based Institute of Continuing Education is well underway. Malone is currently seeking approvals from the Higher Learning Commission and Ohio Board of Regents. The goal of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies is to be a campus leader in modeling cooperation and collaboration—both on and off campus. Malone’s other five schools will be encouraged to partner with GPS to explore additional academic program opportunities. The merger allows Malone University’s mission to take on a broader meaning for the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and its place in Christ’s Kingdom.
Merger Creates New School School of Continuing Studies and Office of Graduate Student Services combine to become School of Graduate and Professional Studies
School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {23}
Campus News
It’s Official‌
We are Malone University!
{24} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
Alumni, students, staff, faculty, dignitaries, and community members celebrated a special day in Malone’s history as the school became Malone University on October 3. Special guests included Cedric Rodney ’58, who commuted from Cleveland every day when Malone first moved to Canton; Rebecca Coleman ’36 (via video), who graduated from Cleveland Bible Institute; Canton Mayor William Healy II, C. Todd Jones, president of Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Ohio; and Senator Kirk Schuring. U.S. Representative Ralph Regula was not able to attend, but wrote a special note to Malone: “As I end my tenure as your congressman, I am proud that one of my last official acts is to acknowledge that today the Malone family takes this time to reflect and celebrate its next step.”
Clockwise from upper left. Alumni Executive Board President Tammy Miller cuts the ribbon leading to the new University Drive. Members of the faculty lead the processional following the University Convocation. As part of the celebration, 25 doves were released. Malone alumna Patrice Djerejian, a renowned contralto, performs during the convocation. All in attendance received a T-shirt with the new logo and the date on it. Members of the platform party (from left: President Emeritus Ron Johnson, President Gary Streit, Board Chair Don Harper, and Provost Will Friesen) enjoy the festivities. photos by Media Arts Group
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {25}
Campus News
Malone signs agreement to purchase Jewish Center, Synagogue Earlier this year, Malone signed an agreement to purchase the Jewish Community Center as well as Temple Israel in 2010, adding approximately 19 acres of land to the campus. In the coming months, Malone administrators will meet with architects to determine the best utilization of the acreage located on Yale Avenue, Harvard Avenue, Route 62, and 25th Street N.W.
Malone President Gary Streit (center) meets with Lee Karelitz, former president of Temple Israel, and Rabbi John Spitzer.
Malone president, Gary Streit, affirms that the expanded campus will do much to “meet anticipated growth demands of the University.” For more details, visit www. malone.edu/8349.
Leadership Team welcomes new faces Malone University is excited to introduce the newest members of its leadership team! Will Friesen, Ph.D. is the new provost, replacing Bob Zwier. Rick Rieder, M.B.A., has accepted the position of vice president for finance, the office vacated by Rick Pakel ’86, who retired in June. Brock Schroeder, Ph.D., accepted the position of vice president for enrollment and marketing vacated by John Chopka ’89, who is now director of enrollment at Messiah College. Karen Dean Fry has accepted the new position of vice president for constituent relations.
{26} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Wil Friesen
Karen Dean Fry
Rick Rieder
Brock Schroeder
As provost, Will oversees faculty, new program initiatives, and all things academic.
In the newly created role of vice president for constituent relations, Karen works with churches and the community to promote strong relationships in strategic areas.
Rick Rieder is the University’s chief financial officer, managing the University’s $39 million budget.
Brock Schroeder oversees enrollment and marketing, working closely with the Admissions team. The new website falls under his watchful eye as well.
Campus News
President’s Dinner held The 2008–09 academic year was heralded in with a superb evening of fine food and fellowship. The campus community gathered at First Friends Church in Canton on August 18 as President Gary Streit challenged us with an inspiring message—Minding the Mission: Pathway to Possibilities. During the course of the evening, new faculty and staff were introduced, a report of progress on summer projects was given, and special music was performed by members of the Malone family. Dr. Streit delivered an address based on the theme and presented long-time basketball coach, Hal Smith, with a citation for his years of service and commitment to Malone’s mission.
Top: Dr. Streit recognizes Hal Smith for his commitment to Malone’s mission. Above: Kristen Entwistle, daughter of Malone professor David Entwistle, performs during the dinner.
New name, new logos One of the opportunities presented with the change to university was that of updating Malone’s visual identity, including new University and athletics logos. School officials worked with Paskill, Stapleton, and Lord, marketing consultants, to develop the new logos. Focus groups were conducted with various campus constituencies including faculty, staff, alumni, current students, and community members to develop a visual identity that accurately represents Malone’s mission. The University logo retains a flame icon. The flame, representing knowledge, has long been used to represent Malone. This new flame is unique in that it is made from the letters “MU.” The logo colors include red and blue. Red, representing the blood of Christ, has always been an official school color and replaces gold in the previous logo. The new logo also includes our founding year (1892) and creed, “Christ’s Kingdom First.” The new athletics logo features the image of an Ohio pioneer triumphantly carrying an MU flag.
Johnson Center renovations completed Renovations for the classrooms in the art and music wings of the Johnson Center are complete and students are enjoying their new facilities, including greatly expanded visual arts rooms, new music practice rooms, and a stateof-the-art music production suite.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {27}
Campus News
Homecoming 2008: Spirit & Truth
Clockwise from upper left. 2008 Alumni Award winners: Jason Shilling, Ira Wentworth, Vicki Haines, and Gary Mast. Senior court attendants: Rebekah Frank, Nicole Sisson (queen), and Shauna Welling. Alumni line up for food at the barbecue buffet. Public television personality Kelly Vrooman ’05 signed autographs for children. These carved pumpkins drew a lot of attention. A large crowd gathers to watch the Pioneer football team take down Marian College (IN) 45-37. photos by Media Arts Group
{28} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Alumni News
From the Director of Alumni & Parent Relations
Our youngest was three years old and eating a snack at his little table when I spied the first snowflakes of the year outside. I called his attention to them. He ran over to the sliding glass door, began jumping up and down and gleefully exclaimed, “I knew they’d come back! I knew they’d come back!” As we watched the big flakes float lazily down, I explained that God makes each snowflake different from any other just as He makes each person different and special. We had a wonderful time rejoicing in the beauty of our Father’s world and what it reveals about Him. Deb Robinson ’76
Christian stewardship is about cultivating and safeguarding everything in our care— people, possessions, and our planet. When I was in the Malone Chorale, we sang Marcello’s Psalm 19: The Heavens Declare the Glory of God. Music is a powerful memorization tool—I have heard it referred to as a singing seminary. To this day, I remember the melody and the words taken from scripture. Psalm 19:1-4: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. Their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world.” NIV I never thought of caring for the planet as investing in mission work, but from these verses I find another compelling reason for stewardship. God made the planet for Himself and for people. He whispers, speaks, shouts, and sings to us through stars, sunsets, mountains, waterfalls, snowflakes, and more. We care for the earth and for people today so that our Creator’s message can be clearly heard tomorrow. I am so grateful for Malone alumni, parents, and friends. My goal is to be a faithful steward of the time, gifts, and prayers you invest in the mission of Malone University. You are a tremendous blessing to Malone and to me. That’s why when you return to campus, you may catch me jumping for joy and hear me gratefully exclaiming—“I knew they’d come back, I knew they’d come back!”
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {29}
Alumni News
CLASS notes 1930s Leone Lanker ’37 writes to say, “I really appreciate my years at Cleveland Bible College. They were wonderful and prepared me for 20-some years of ministry for Jesus.” She lives in Mt. Vernon.
1940s Harold E. Snyder ’45, Ph.D., writes, “I entered Cleveland Bible College in 1941, graduated in 1945, was editor of the College paper and yearbook, and helped move the College over to Euclid Avenue. The Lord enabled me to earn another undergraduate degree, two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. in biology from the University of Notre Dame. I served as pastor of several United Brethren Churches and the Evangelical Friends Church in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In 1960 I went into full-time college teaching and have taught in two Christian colleges and two universities. My wife of almost 58 years, Juanita, went home to be with her Lord in 2002 and the Lord brought another wonderful Christian lady into my life, Fran. I am a retired Friends pastor and we love to have company. Let us hear from you.” Bill Holby ’49, ’70 is now living in Palm Desert, California, with his wife Patricia. He was an organist and choir director for 49 years and also has worked with Habitat for Humanity in both
{30} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Canton and in Palm Desert. He is a board member of the Palm Desert chapter and has helped complete 11 houses. He sings in his church choir and serves as an admissions field representative for the United States Merchant Marine Academy, of which he is a 1944 graduate.
1960s Ruth Tipton ’66 retired after 39 years as a missionary, 30 of which were in Papua, New Guinea, translating the New Testament into Angal Enen. Carol A. Jenkins ’68, Ph.D. received the American Sociological Association’s “Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award” in particular for her contributions to teaching about rural communities and including issues of diversity in her curriculum. The ASA continues, “She is a leader in efforts at articulation of courses across institutional settings, an expert on student assessment and undergraduate curriculum transformation, has contributed to the scholarship on teaching and learning including valuable resource materials and has provided extensive organizational leadership and training across institutional settings.” This is the highest national academic (teaching and learning) award given by the ASA and the first given to a community college faculty member. This award is in addition to two national awards she received in 2002: Rural Sociological Society’s national “Excellence in Teaching Award” and the ASA’s Section on Teaching and Learning
Alumni News
in Sociology national “Hans O. Mauksch Award for Distinguished Contributions to Undergraduate Education.” She also received a 2005–2006 MIL Fellowship in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Carol is professor of sociology at Glendale Community College in Arizona. Gary Jeffers ’69 was elected vice president of the Michigan Dental Association. He will serve as vice president until April 2009; president-elect from 2009–2010; president 2010–2011, and immediate past president 2011–2012.
1970s Rose (Moulin) Kuceyeski ’71, Ph.D. was honored as the 2008 Marlington High School Outstanding Alumna of the Year in the field of education. In 2006, she was awarded the National Business Education Association’s 2006 Postsecondary Business Teacher of the Year. NBEA is the leading association devoted to the recognition that business education competencies are essential for all individuals in today’s fast-changing society. Rose is a professor in the Information Technology Department at Owens Community College. Scott Armstrong ’73 is chair of the Department of Exercise and Sports Science and associate athletic director at Olivet Nazarene University. His wife, Susan (Welch), former Chorale director at Malone, is worship pastor at Manteno Church of the Nazarene. Lorene Lillian (Braxter) Irvin ’75 was named “Elementary Teacher of the Year” by the Atlanta Public Schools. She is a kindergarten teacher for Kimberly Elementary School. Her nomination statement read, “Mrs. Irvin knew she wanted a career that would allow her to help others. She had a tendency to cry when others got hurt, so she chose teaching over nursing.” John Dorsey ’77 is a senior representative in the loss mitigation group of Home Loan Services, Inc., which is a division of Merrill Lynch Federal Savings Bank in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He works with hundreds of people each month to save their homes from foreclosure sales by setting repayment agreements, thus saving homes and limiting loss to the bank. He and his wife, Elizabeth (Auer) ’76 enjoy their time with their three grandchildren, daughter, and son-in-law.
1980s Lynn (Kronenberger) Wagner ’83 teaches third grade at Christ Episcopal School in Nacogdoches, Texas. She also is a manager at Curves Fitness Club for Women. She is married to Steve Wagner, Ph.D., and they have two children, Michael and Melissa. Rev. Bruce Hitchcock ’85 is the executive director of the Urban Mission of Steubenville, which recently started a free medical clinic. Urban Mission is an outreach of the United Methodist Church. The website is www.urbanmission.org. Kim (Ray) Chenault ’89, CPA, was named assistant controller for Harbinger Sporting Goods in Napa, California. Kim was previously an accounting manager for Sabre Holdings in Southlake, Texas, and has worked for the past 13 years at Sabre Holdings and American Airlines.
1990s Arnie Clawson ’92 owns a store, “Hobby Force,” which was chosen as the 2008 Hobby Store of the Year by the National Retail Hobby Stores Association (NRHSA) and Model Retailer Magazine. Noel Bays ’92 is the store manager. During the award presentation, it was stated that HobbyForce was selected for several reasons including an entrepreneurial spirit, a knack for creative promotion, and community involvement. Jennifer (Wilson) Greathouse ’93 was honored with an award for her personal sales as a consultant with The Pampered Chef. Jennifer works at her home-based business around her husband and her three boys, Mark,11; Brandon, 8; and Tyler, 5. Scott Houmard ’94 was selected as the 2005 Educator of the Year by the Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce for his commitment to the teaching profession, continuous learning, community involvement, and a teaching philosophy that encompasses commitment to students. A chemistry and physical science teacher at New Philadelphia High School for 12 years, Scott was chosen from among 1000 educators in Tuscarawas County. He received his master’s degree in educational administration from Ashland University in 2002. He lives in Massillon.
Tim Messner ’95 is a 4Techwork, Inc. consultant on contract at Diebold, Inc. in North Canton as a project test lead for their software quality assurance department. He also serves on the board of directors for the Integrity Federal Credit Union in Barberton. He lives in Barberton with his wife, Sheila, and sons Ian and Isaac. He invites classmates to view his blog at www.thefinesttreasures.blogspot.com. Kerri (Orchard) Mowrer ’95 is unit director of the inpatient palliative care unit at Aultman Hospital, where she spent the past eight years as a manager of various programs in the cancer division. She also is pursuing an M.S.N. degree at Walden University with a focus in leadership and management. She and her husband, Chad, live with their three children, Sydney, Coleman, and Pearce in Dover. Pat Summers ’95 works at the Cleveland Clinic as an advanced practice nurse in the Tobacco Treatment Center after becoming certified as a tobacco counselor. The TTC is run by all nurse practitioners, and is the first of its kind in the world. Jennifer (Martin) Carroll ’96 began freelance writing for area businesses in 2001 while working in human resources at The Timken Company. In 2006, she made commercial writing her only career (www.linkedin.com/in/jlcarroll) and freelances for several area clients. Jennifer and her husband, Don, live in Canton with their two children, Katie and Christa. Travis Gilmore ’97 is director of emergency services at Methodist Charlton. Prior to accepting his new position, Travis was assistant nurse manager in the emergency department. Prior to joining Methodist, Travis was an ICU/ER nurse for more than 11 years, many of which were spent as a traveling nurse in different parts of the country. He lives in Dallas with his wife, Linda. Trina Rauscher-Cooper ’97 is director of human resources operations at Swagelok Company in Solon. She earned an MBA from BaldwinWallace and serves on the board of directors of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northeast Ohio affiliate and is a board member of Voices for Ohio’s Children: Options for Families and Youth. Trina lives in Strongsville. Andrew Kishler ’99 earned a master of divinity degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, in 2003 and is currently studying at St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary in South Canaan, Pennsylvania. He and his wife, Patricia, have two daughters, Susannah and Magdalena.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {31}
Alumni News
2000s Tony Aslanes ’01(M139) was promoted to operations materials planner at Heinz Frozen Foods. He has been employed with the company for 16 years. Michelle Kovalaske ’01 finished her internal medicine residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus in June 2008. She accepted a fellowship position in endocrinology at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Amy (Newton) Archer ’02 moved to Columbia, South Carolina, with her husband, Anthony, in May 2007. Amy works for Human Performance and Rehabilitation Center as a PTA. They found a church home at Eastlake Community Church, where Amy helps with the women’s wellness ministry. Chris Beck ’02, ’04 is manager of the Vascular Center and Cardiopulmonary Rehab Centers of Union Hospital in Dover and was named as one of four winners for Ohio’s 2008 Albert E. Dykes Health Care Employee of the Year award. His wife, Heather (Bichsel) ’03 was named executive director for Leadership Tuscarawas in New Philadelphia. Ryan Conrad ’02 was hired by Middletown City Schools to teach health and physical education. He also will coach football and track. Levi Huffman ’02 was named assistant dean for the Fleer Center at Salem College in WinstonSalem, North Carolina. Levi received a master’s degree in education from Azusa Pacific University in 2007. Shawn McCafferty ’02 was accepted into the Ph.D. program in political science at Northern Illinois University. He was granted a teaching assistant position within the Department of Political Science. He received an M.A. degree in international affairs from Ohio University’s Southeast Asian Studies Program in June 2006. Erik Beun ’03 was named athletic director at Hiland High School. Eric is married to Laura (Miller) ’03, a teacher with the East Holmes School District. Rebecca Downard ’03 was licensed as a minister at the House of the Lord in Akron. She works in the mission department and is preparing to be sent to a mission field. She has planned and participated in several long-term and short-term missions trips. She lives in Ravenna.
{32} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Erin Kleman ’03 earned a Ph.D. in communication studies at Kent State University in 2008. Her doctoral dissertation is entitled, “Journaling for the World (Wide Web) to See: A Conceptual Model of Disclosure in Blogs.” She is an assistant professor at Kent State University Stark Campus. Richard ’03 and Aleta (Morgan) Jones ’03 spoke at the Eastern conference of the Evangelical Church’s Midwinter Youth Retreat held at Penn York Camp in Ulysses, Pennsylvania. The Jones family lives in Walkersville, Maryland. Richard is the associate pastor for the Walkersville Brethren in Christ Church and Aleta is in television production for NBC-25 in Hagerstown. Chris ’03 and Cassie (McFarland) Reed ’03 live in Lancaster. Cassie works part-time at River View Surgery Center as a registered nurse; Chris works full-time at Fairfield County Juvenile Court as a clerk. The couple has a son, Elijah David. John Abbot ’03, Jeffrey Lookabaugh ’04, Donna Miller ’04, and Kristen Moore ’04 received juris doctorate degrees from The University of Akron School of Law on May 18, 2008. Jeff received magna cum laude honors; Kristen received cum laude honors. Jason Christafaris ’04 was commissioned as an ensign in the Navy chaplain candidate program. He is pursuing a master’s of divinity at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and will be an official chaplain when he completes his degree. Jen (Cunningham) Pugh ’04 graduated from The University of Akron with a master’s degree in composition and a certificate in linguistics. She is attending Kent State University to earn a Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition, and was offered a teaching fellowship. In April 2008 she presented “Why Johnny Can Write: How Scholarship Reflects History in a Meta-Analysis of CCC from 1970–2007” at a conference in New Orleans. Abby Farmer ’04 was accepted to the Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics in Dallas, Texas. She is studying ethnomusicology & the arts with a focus on literacy. Jessica Dolezal ’05 graduated magna cum laude with a master of theological studies degree from the John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family at the Catholic University of America in May 2008. She is now teaching middle school religion at St. Mary of the Mills Catholic School in Laurel, Maryland. She lives in the Washington, D.C. area with roommates Jessica Zurcher ’06, Tiffany Hanson ’05, and Sarah McCooey ’06.
Sarah (Connor) Downes ’05 is an accountant with American Electric Power. She lives in Dublin. Jaclyn (Shaefer) Ivy ’05 received the 2008 Clinical Nursing Excellence Reward at University Hospital’s Case Medical Center. She was nominated by her peers and superiors. The winner is then chosen by the head of McDonald House. She also was nominated for this award last year. Mel Travers ’05 (M190) was promoted to MRI applications manager at Hitachi Medical Systems. He previously worked as a research specialist at Hitachi. Scott Indermuhle ’06 (M193) was named project team lead––customer service for Goodrich Sensors and Integrated Systems. Mattathias Johnson ’06 was ordained minister of music under Holy Mountain Deliverance Ministries in Cleveland, where he is director of the choir and praise and worship. He also works for Cleveland Clinic Health Foundation as a cardiovascular insurance and registration officer; and is an independent recording artist. He recorded three songs in 2007 that received radio play in Cleveland, New Jersey, Baltimore, and San Francisco. He is working on recording a full-length album entitled “Real Talk Gospel.” He lives on the west side of Cleveland. Sandra Moeglin ’06 (M194) was hired as treasurer for Marlington Local Schools. Previously, Sandra was treasurer for Brown Local since 1999. LaVerne Peakes ’06 (M171) graduated from the University at Buffalo, SUNY (Buffalo, New York) with a master’s degree in urban planning in May 2008. Chandra Bryant ’07 (M207) was named interim executive director of the Community Treatment and Correction Center. She has been with the agency since 1998 and has served as program director, among other positions. Bryant is certified by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professional Board as a chemical dependency counselor assistant. She also is an American Correctional Association auditor, the highest level of auditing in the corrections field in the U.S. Kevin Crawford ’07 (M206) has a new position with MAXIMUS, and is attending Kent State University for a master’s degree in information architecture. Trish DeMuth ’07 (M207) is a full-time clinical instructor for the LPN program at Brown Mackie College.
Alumni News
Grant Foote ’07 (M208) is the associate food service manager at Miami University of Ohio. Melissa Maybee ’07 completed an advanced standing program at Roberts Wesleyan College (Rochester, NY) and graduated on May 17, 2008, with a master’s degree in social work. She also is taking a play therapy course at Roberts and is pursuing certification as a play therapist. She will take the licensing exam for the MSW.
Homegoings Pastor Paul Willard Williams ’45, on May 14, 2008. His wife, Lelah, survives; as do four daughters, two sons, 13 grandchildren, 19 greatgrandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Gladys V. Kopp ’49 on February 9, 2008. She is survived by her husband, George ’51; two sons, a daughter, 10 grandchildren, and eight greatgrandchildren. George says that the last words he heard her speak were “I love you, Jesus.” Robert George Malick ’55 of Ypsilanti, Michigan on May 10, 2008. He met his wife, Lelanel Gorton ’54 at Cleveland Bible College, and upon graduation they moved to South Branch, Michigan, to pastor a community church. They moved to Ypsilanti in 1959, where Bob worked for the Lincoln Consolidated Public Schools for the 27 years. He was active in the Evangelical Friends Church of Ypsilanti. Timothy Haldeman ’68 on April 11, 2008 following a long and difficult struggle with multiple sclerosis. He was a member of Canton Baptist Temple and worked for more than 30 years in the research and development department of Bridgestone, Firestone of Akron. His wife of 36 years, Cheryl, survives. Mark Mercer ’87, after 28 years of battling multiple sclerosis. Mark was a special friend of Malone’s football team. Survivors include his brother-in-law, Jim Shaffer, senior network engineer at Malone. Trustee James L. Powell, on Saturday, July 26, 2008. Jim served two nine-year terms on the Board as a member of the Finance Committee and was treasurer of the Board from 1986–1990. He completed his second term in May of this year. His wife, Naomi, survives.
this&that
Alumni Events
Worldview Forum Series Monday, January 26, 2009 —Paths to Peace Proponents are Matt Chandler, Christian Peacemaker Team, and Staff Sergeant Thomas Hersman, U.S. Air Force. Moderator is John David Geib, Ph.D., dean, The Logos Institute. Monday, March 30, 2009 —Emerging or Diverging: Where is the Emerging Church Headed? Proponents are Brian McLaren, author, speaker, and activist; and Bryan Hollon, Ph.D., assistant professor of theology. Moderator is Suzanne Nicholson, Ph.D., assistant professor of biblical studies. Athletic Hall of Fame Weekend January 30–31 Check www.malone.edu/alumni after December 5 for the announcement of the 2009 inductees. Malone Alumni & Friends Tours presents Smokies Splendor in the Spring May 11–15, 2009 Enjoy four nights at the Music Road Inn (www.musicroadinn.com) in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Highlights include visits to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, The Miracle—a stunning musical recreation of the life of Jesus, the Biltmore Estate, The Cove—Billy Graham’s Training Center, Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Dollywood, Dixie Stampede Dinner Show, and more! Advancement and Planned Giving Information Alumni Class Giving Contest — Whose Class Can Give the Most? We are thrilled to see Malone University grow in enrollment—yet with this exciting development comes a new challenge. Despite increasing tuition rates, it costs more to educate a student than tuition monies cover! So we’re creating a friendly, goal-oriented competition—where today’s students are the ultimate winners! Each graduating class year will have an agent, and there will be opportunities for all alumni to become involved. Categories will include percentage of the class who gave, as well as how much money is raised. If you’re interested in becoming an agent for your class, please email Allen Fraley at afraley@malone.edu or call him at 330.471.8237. IRA Rollover Extended The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (EESA) was signed into law on October 3, 2008. Added to the EESA was the Pension Protection Act of 2006, extending the IRA Rollover gift provisions, retroactively for gifts made in 2008, and for those made now through December 31, 2009. You can use your IRA to help you achieve your philanthropic goals with no federal tax impact. However, you must instruct your IRA administrator to rollover—that is, transfer your IRA funds directly to Malone University. If you withdraw them first, and then make a charitable contribution, you will lose any tax benefit. Who Qualifies? You may transfer a gift from your IRA of up to $100,000 to Malone University, a qualified 501 (c)(3) organization, if you are 70 ½ years or older. The amounts rolled over are not taken by the IRA owner as income, nor is the amount eligible for charitable contribution deductions. However, the rollovers may be counted toward minimum required distributions from your IRA. Please contact your tax or financial advisor for complete details and full implications on the IRA Rollover gift provisions. Call Nancy Wagner, director of estate design, in the Office of University Advancement, 330.471.8281, or email: nwagner@ malone.edu, for additional information.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {33}
Alumni News
uture ioneers A son, Henry Patrick, to Tim and Marla (Teagarden) Snyder ’92 on July 10, 2008. Henry joins a brother, Sam.
A son, Zane Adam, to Ben ’96 and Abby (Ebert) Granger ’95 on June 26, 2007. He joins a brother, Zachary Allan. A son, Nathaniel Scott, to Jason and Heather (Augenstein) Oblinger ’96 on May 27, 2008. He joins his older sister, Elizabeth Joy. The family resides in Blacklick. A son, Jonathan Paul, to Todd and Marsha (Mosley) Flora ’96, ’01 on June 23, 2008.
A daughter, Kristen Michelle, to Jon and Stephanie (Thomas) Bettac ’97 on January 3, 2008. She joins siblings, Cody and Megan. The family lives in Chardon. A daughter, Leah Rebecca, to Jesse and Sara (Leonhardt) Edgein ’97 on May 3, 2008. Sara is an intervention specialist with Perry Local Schools. The family lives in Jackson Township. A son, Dakari James, to John ’98 and Megan (Miezin) Kermue ’00 on November 17, 2007. He joins a brother, Devin. John is a manager at Speedway and Megan is a nurse at Akron City Hospital.
{34} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
A son, Scott, to David and Sarah (Lieder) Barbee ’98 in 2007. Scott joins Derek, Meagan, and Alison. The family lives in Columbiana. A daughter, Dalen Joe, to Stacey and Joe Nemith III ’97 on May 7, 2008.
A daughter, Caroline Ann, to Mike ’99 and Beth Fette Kostur ’99 on March 9, 2008. She joins a big brother, Will. Mike teaches fourth grade at Louisville City Schools. Beth works for The Timken Company. The family lives in North Canton. A daughter, Bayli Mae, to Sean and Ann (Yoder) McConnell ’99 on April 11, 2008. Bayli joins a sister, Ryli. The family lives in Tuscarawas.
A son, William Tanner, to Ryan and Jennifer (Yund) Tanner ’99, on May 5, 2008. William joins a sister, Keely.
A son, Raef Malone Monroe, aadopted to Matthew and Brandee (Rodocker) B Monroe ‘99 on May 2, M 22008. Raef was born March 14, 22007, in Mixco, Guatemala. He joins a big brother, Nash English. Brandee is currently working as a freelance graphic/web designer and for the USPS. View her website at www.bermsolutions.com.
Alumni News
A son, Elijah Nathaniel, to Nathan ’02 and Christine (Dean) Mancuso ’00 on February 4, 2008. He joins a big sister, Chloe. The family lives in Washington, Pennsylvania. A daughter, Meredith Hope, to Matthew ’00 and Jeannine (Cooper) Ramer ’01 on December 31, 2007. She joins siblings, Christian and Cara. The Ramer family lives in Norton. A son, James Michael, to Michael and Ruth (Miller) Yoder ’00 on April 19, 2008. Ruth has taught kindergarten at a charter school for the past five years. The family lives in Pittsburgh. A daughter, Reagan Lynn, to Ethan and Jennifer (Roth) Borras ’01 on April 24, 2008. The family lives in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
A son, Noah Joseph, to Jared ’01 and Andrea (Sirna) Brunk ’01 on March 11, 2008. Jared is a physician assistant; Andrea works from home. The family lives in Hobe Sound, Florida. A son, Jason Erik, to Karen and Erik Dietry ’01 on February 28, 2008. Erik is a teacher in Columbus City Schools. The family lives in Hilliard. A son, Cole Christian, to Jacob ’01 and Erin (Robinson) Fetzer ’01 on December 10, 2007. He joins a sister, Avah.
A daughter, Emma Lynn, to Scott and Amanda (Eckelberry) Kelly ’01 on February 12, 2008.
A son, Marshall Adam, to Tiffany and Adam Klemann ’01 on May 13, 2008. Adam is technology services coordinator for the Department of Information Technologies at Malone. He joins a sister, Madalyn. A daughter, Sullivan, to Brooke and Paul J. Pamer ’01. Paul is the youth pastor at the Apostolic Church of Barberton.
A son, Benjamin Edward, to Steve and Jessica (Cheviron) Brister ’02 on February 5, 2008. Jessica received a master’s degree in music education from The University of Akron in August 2007 and taught music and directed the choirs at Northwest Middle School in Canal Fulton until Benjamin’s birth. The family lives in North Canton. A daughter, Faith Noel, to Tiffany and Adam Duskey ’02, on April 3, 2008.
A daughter, Norah Mae, to Rachel and Joshua Elek ’02 on December 3, 2007. The family moved to Chicago in June, and Joshua started his master of arts in divinity degree studying the history of religion at the University of Chicago’s Divinity School. A daughter, Elizabeth Nicole, to James and Julie (Pontius) Martin ’02 on July 11, 2008.
A son, Elijah Richard, to Rich and Kathy (Kingsley) Pittenger ’02 on May 11, 2008. Elijah was born 10 weeks early and at birth weighed only 2 pounds 15 ounces; but, he is now home and doing well. Kathryn was commissioned as a deacon in the United Methodist Church and is the children’s pastor at Central United Methodist Church in Waterford, Michigan. The family lives in Waterford, Michigan. A son, Lance, to Dan ’02 and Dawn (Woolf) Vlacovsky ’02 on February 20, 2008. He joins a brother, Luke. The family lives in Canton. A son, Grayson Onley, to Pete and Megan Kruger Heath ’03 on April 3, 2008. The family lives in New Philadelphia.
A daughter, Bree Isabella, to Jaime (Anderson) ’03 and Jarod Nottingham ’03 on January 26, 2007. Jarod works at Keenan Advantage. A daughter, Adalyn Jean, to Joe and Leah (Fahrni) Hoskins ’04 on December 29, 2007. Leah is a physician relations & recruitment coordinator at Affinity Medical Center. The family lives in Canton. A daughter, Luella Colette, to Benjamin and Colette Klopp-James ’04. Colette is finishing her degree in marriage and family counseling. They live in Orlando, Florida. A son, Micah Allen, to Dustin and Joy (Lloret) Kester ’05 on February 25, 2008.
A daughter, Lauren Elizabeth, to Mark and LeeAnn (Zimmerman) Neal ’02 on February 24, 2008. She joins a sister, Hailey. The family lives in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {35}
Alumni News
weddings Vickie Rist ’91 (M39) and Bryon Wine ’93 (M60) on September 29, 2006. The couple lives in Green.
Chris Pruett ‘95 and Julie Steele on December 2, 2006. Chris works as a branch manager at Bank of America in Pacific Palisades, California. The couple lives in Playa Vista, California. Contact the alumni department for Chris’s email address.
Jason Korzan ’98 and Lauren Williams on May 17, 2008. Jason also graduated from The University of Akron in 2005 and is a compensation manager for Elavon Global Acquiring Solutions in Atlanta, Georgia.
Michelle Goodson ’01 and Rick Marvin in September 2007. Michelle is attending Malone to earn a master’s degree as an intervention specialist. She teaches at Oakpark Preschool in Massillon. The couple lives in Jackson Township. Janelle Lucas ’01 and Jason Lathrop on June 28, 2008. The couple lives in Gainesville, Georgia.
{36} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Kelly Lucas ’01 and Tarik Zakiri on December 27, 2007, in Bes Slimane, Morocco. Kelly is program director at the Monroe Family YMCA. They live in Monroe, Michigan. Brian Hollingsworth ’02 and Ryan Karp ’03 on June 21, 2008. Brian was promoted to donor relations coordinator in the Development Department at Akron Children’s Hospital, where he has worked for the past 5 years; Ryan is the communications coordinator for the Akron-Canton Airport. Tiffany Gates ’03 and John Spaziani on December 29, 2007. Tiffany teaches special education at Gorrell Elementary of Massillon City Schools. The couple lives in Massillon. Robyn Rodocker ’04 and Joe Peterson ’05 on December 16, 2006. Joe is a teacher at Field High School and coaches varsity football and baseball. Robyn works in the same school district at Brimfield Elementary where she teaches art. Her website with available artwork is www.robynrodocker.com. They live in Hartville. Kevin Williams, Jr. ’04 and Kari Hill ’05 on August 11, 2007. Kevin works at Malone as an admissions counselor; Kari works as an intake specialist for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program in Canton. The couple lives in Canton.
Alumni News
Alumni Executive Board President Tammy Miller ’91 President-Elect Raymond J. Paquin ’05
Susan Patterson ’04 and Brett Fogle ’07 on August 4, 2007. Susan is a first-grade teacher in the Canton City School District; Brett is an accounting associate with Brockman, Coats, Gedelian & Company in Akron. The couple lives in Canton. Kristy O. Fullerman ’05 and David Paul Budavich in May 2007. Irene Artavia ’06 and Peter Misciagna on May 4, 2008. The couple lives in Los Angeles, California. Jill Cicconetti ’06 and Brian Clutter ’06 on March 22, 2008. Jill is an art teacher at Shreve Elementary School (Triway Local Schools); Brian is working as a GIS technician at TechniGraphics, Inc. The couple lives in Wooster. Meghan Plummer ’06 and Adam Letera on December 28, 2007.
Adam Clark ’06 and Ashley Nobles ’08 on June 7, 2008. Tyler Phillips ‘07 and Courtnay Fosner on July 27, 2007. Tyler works at Westminster Community Church in Seattle, Washington, where he is the college pastor and the media pastor. The couple lives in Seattle. Caryn Flage ’07 and Joe Martin on November 10, 2007. The couple lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Adrienne Vaughan ’07 and Dave Holmes on July 14, 2007. Adrienne teaches third grade for Perrysburg Exempted Village Schools in Perrysburg. Jessica Correll ‘08 and David Biron on June 14, 2008. The couple lives in Madison, Alabama.
Secretary Raeann R. Sanor ’95 Trustee Earl H. Bailey, D. Min. ’66 Members-at-Large Carl R. Adams ’54 Deron M. Boring ’01 Sheila D. Grate ’91 Rosalie F. Gregg ’69 Phillip J. Hodge ’75 J. Robert Huffman ’64 Nichole C. Kelsey ’01 Lois A. McPherson ’56 Jane M. Miller ’97 A. Elizabeth Neuenschwander ’99 Michael R. Riley ’87 Edward D. Roshong ’86 Rhesa M. Toth ’83 Robert E. Travis ’07 Victor W. Valli ’74 Jason D. Yost ’99
Young Alumni Council Officers President Liz Neuenschwander ’99 President-Elect Ryan Barkan ’01 Past-President Rachel Krabill ’00 Secretary Charlann Glenn ’04
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {37}
{38} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Alumni News
Steward of the animals, land, and environment Kevin Igli ’81 finds great satisfaction in serving as chief environmental, health, and safety officer (a senior vicepresident-level position) for Tyson Foods in Springdale, Arkansas. That is because the company’s core values so directly reflect his own. The stated values include seeking to pursue truth and integrity; creating value; being honorable to God and people; and serving as stewards of the animals, land, and environment entrusted to them. “I am very happy in my career here,” says Kevin, who was a biology major. “God has certainly led me to this place and I can see the plan He’s had for me since my time at Malone!” Kevin, who has nearly 30 years of experience in environmental management, was named to the position in 2003. His responsibilities include leading Tyson’s team of more than 70 environmental, health, and safety (“EHS”) professionals, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local EHS regulations, and overseeing the company’s environmental risk management, health and safety, and sustainability programs. “All of us who earn our livelihoods off the land take very seriously our responsibility to protect the areas in which we live and work,” said Tyson Foods’ chairman and CEO, John Tyson, when the company hired Kevin. “Our core values state that we serve as stewards of the animals, land, and environment entrusted to us. We are delighted that someone of Mr. Igli’s caliber has agreed to join our team and are confident that, with his leadership our environmental record will continue to reflect our core values.” When Kevin enrolled at Malone, he wanted to major in biology because he had always loved the outdoors and learning everything he could about nature. He was influenced by a number of professors, but especially Arnold Fritz and Dale Thomson. “Professor Fritz had a passionate interest in the environment,” Kevin says. “He was always challenging students to consider the world around them in a holistic sense—economics, science, world factors—and he integrated that into all of our classroom discussions. As department chair, Dr. Thomson was
encouraging and instructive with students when it came to career choices and the rigors of studying science. If you were willing to work hard, you were going to learn and benefit from the rigor of the Malone science curriculum.” Kevin met his wife, Nancy (Eichenberger) ’82 at Malone, and he is still in close contact with many of his classmates, including Stan ’81 and Betsy (Palmer) ’83 Hinshaw, Bill and Kathy (Cheyney) Graening ’82, David ’78 and Shari (Ardis) Palmer, Craig ’80 and Linda (May) ’81 Henry, among others. Kevin’s internships during his college days certainly led him down the career path of environmental stewardship—a field that has boomed since the 1970s. Until his last internship and subsequent job offer, he had planned on becoming a foot surgeon and had already been accepted into medical school at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Before joining Tyson Foods, Kevin worked at many locations throughout the United States, most recently as vice president for environmental affairs for Willamette Industries, Inc., a forest products company based in Portland, Oregon. At Tyson, Kevin also works on projects with other executives responsible for research regarding products and product packaging—and delivering products in the most sustainable manner; developing renewable fuels through animal fats, and more. He’s proud of his company’s commitment to stewardship, which, he says, views its priorities as a balance of people, planet, and profit. “At Tyson, we really recognize the importance of being responsible corporate citizens,” Kevin says. “That’s reflected in our values of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. Stewardship is embodied within sustainability—operating with integrity and trust in all we do because it’s the right thing for society, it’s the right thing for the environment, and it’s the right thing for our shareholders.” To learn more about Kevin and his work, view our website at www.malone.edu/8926.
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {39}
Athletics
Athletics Update Cross Country
Women’s Soccer
The Malone University men’s and women’s cross country teams, both led by head coach Jack Hazen, are again currently ranked in the top ten nationally in the NAIA as the teams head into the AMC meet and the NCCAA and NAIA national championship meets. The men’s squad continues to hold the impressive top ranking in the country while the women’s team is currently ranked #5. The men’s team recently captured their second straight All-Ohio title, among a 42team field, and eighth in the program’s history while the women finished in sixth place. In addition, Nik Schweikert (Sr., Beavercreek H.S.) captured the individual title in a time of 25:18 after finishing second overall at last year’s meet in 25:20. The Pioneer women were paced by Kalie Hauenstein (Jr., Ashland H.S.) who finished 18th in 18:46.
The Malone women’s soccer team, led by first-year head coach Leta Gramlich, finished its 2008 season with an overall record of 5-9-1 and an AMC record of 5-7-1. The squad won three of its last five games and, of its five victories on the year, three were by shutout. In addition, the team had five athletes earn All-AMC recognition led by senior forward Aleesha Denmeade, who earned Second Team honors and paced the Pioneers with 14 goals.
Volleyball The Pioneer volleyball team, led by head coach Tanya Hockman, has a current record of 24-14 (9-5 AMC) and has secured a spot in the six-team AMC postseason tournament. The team recently posted an impressive five-set victory (25-22, 25-20, 2125, 18-25, 15-9) over perennial conference power Mt. Vernon Nazarene University on the Cougars’ home court. In addition, among the Pioneers’ other huge wins this season was a four-set win (26-28, 25-22, 2514, 25-23) over local rival and NAIA #21 ranked Walsh University.
Men’s Soccer The Pioneer men’s soccer team, led by thirdyear head coach Marquis Walker, completed the ’08 campaign with an overall record of 3-14-1 and a conference mark of 1-10. With less than 25% of the squad’s roster consisting of juniors and seniors, the extremely young Pioneer ’08 squad indeed suffered some growing pains but hopes to rebound for the 2009 season.
Women’s Golf The Malone women’s golf team, led by head coach Max Baker, concluded its fall season by competing in four matches, most recently in the Georgetown (KY) College Invitational where the team finished third among four teams. In addition, the squad had a solid showing at the Stark Memorial Tournament in which the Pioneers finished second among three teams.
Top runner in Ohio! Nik Schweikert has led the Pioneer men to the #1 spot in the NAIA national poll. He recently placed first at the prestigious All-Ohio meet.
{40} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
Campus News
Perennial Power. The women’s cross country team is once again one of the top-ranked teams in the NAIA.
Football The Malone football team, led by third-year head coach Mike Gardner, is having an even better year than last year and currently has an NAIA national ranking of 13th with a record of 6-2. The Pioneers recently picked up a huge win over NAIA #12 St. Xavier (IL) University 27-23 and also posted a victory over rival Walsh University 24-21, which was Malone’s third straight win over Walsh. With one win in its final two games, Malone will very likely earn its first NAIA postseason berth since 1998 (and the third in the program’s history).
Stay Up-to-date! for schedules and current stats, visit www.malone.edu/athletics Three in a row! Tyler Davis scores the winning touchdown in the final minutes of an exciting 24-21 win over Walsh University. photos by Andy Smith
Malone Magazine | Fall 2008 {41}
Athletics
Men’s Golf The Malone men’s golf team, led by head coach Ken Hyland, recently completed a truly outstanding fall campaign as the squad captured the national title at the NCCAA National Championships in Panama City, Florida, in mid October among an 18-team field. Sophomore Justin Lower earned the individual national title with a two-day score of 140 (69-71). In addition, Malone finished first in three of its four other fall matches.
The men’s golf team claimed its fourth NCCAA national championship.
Charlie was named athletic director in July, “receiving the baton” from Hal Smith, who served as Malone’s AD for the previous 21 years. Hal is currently taking a leave of absence from coaching men’s basketball as he recovers from successful liver and kidney transplants. Charlie says he has three major goals for the University’s athletic programs.
Charlie Grimes named Athletic Director When Charlie Grimes came to Malone to coach track in 1997, he was looking for a place that shared his passions: Jesus Christ and excellence in sports. “Malone has a great reputation as a sports program in both athletic excellence and being about the things of God,” Charlie says. “That was very attractive to me. I’m a very competitive athlete, who is serious about integrating his faith, and I wanted a place that would hold me accountable to both.”
{42} Malone Magazine | Fall 2008
“First,” he says, “I am encouraging an aggressive faith integration model: promoting a culture that equips all coaches and athletes to actively engage in the world of sport. Coaches are to model and mentor students, and my prayer is that the athletes catch the vision as well—to be in the world of sport, but not of it.” Secondly, he hopes to produce, “Christcentered coaches and athletes who are passionate about their sport and passionate about God. I want to encourage the godly way—the Pioneer way. I think of pioneers as people who went and claimed the land for victory and for God’s Kingdom. I want Malone athletes to have that same passion—to live in the land and make it productive for the cause of Christ.”
Finally, he says, he wants to encourage athletes to express themselves through sport as a way of worshipping God (by using the gifts He has given them) and encouraging others. “I pray that we can do sport in ways that fulfill the Greatest Commandment—to love God and love others. It can be done, and I have done this in my personal life.” As the track & field coach, Charlie guided the teams to a combined 13 AMC championships and nine NCCAA national titles. Charlie personally earned 13 AMC Coach of the Year honors, 10 NAIA Region Coach of the Year awards, and nine NCCAA National Coach of the Year honors. Charlie is a 1993 graduate of Western Michigan University (B.S., exercise science/public health) and Eastern Michigan University (M.S., exercise physiology/biomechanics). He was a three-time All-Mid-American Conference decathlete at Western Michigan. He is married to Wendy, and they have three children, Shannon, Katie, and Leah.
Get your HERE … www.malonegear.com!
Coaches Cap $18.95 Hoodie $21.95
Coaches Shirt $59.95
Sweat Shirt $18.95
Check out these items and much more …
Flash Drive $16.95
Stocking Cap $15.95
Alumni Key Ring $4.95
non-profit organization u.s. postage
PAID Office of University Advancement 2600 Cleveland Avenue NW Canton, Ohio 44709-3897
canton, oh permit no. 1873
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
One of Malone’s favorite student traditions is the annual Davenport Derby couch race.