Drake Blue Magazine - Spring 2012 by Drake University

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Ian Weller, Class of 2012, on the shores of Egypt. Weller, who was studying abroad when the Egyptian uprising began, shares his thoughts on leadership, page 25.

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How advances in education, technology and the global economy have changed the way we lead. By Elizabeth Kozer, as, jo’07

20 leading by example Three retiring key administrators reflect on their leadership styles and experiences at Drake. By Tim Schmitt, gr’08, ‘10

25 classroom, situation room, war room A graduating senior reflects on what it means to

be a leader as he prepares to enter the U.S. Navy’s Officer Candidate School. By Ian Weller, Class of 2012

Profiles 8 clarence padilla Professor of music and department chair

12 melissa sturm-smith Associate dean of students

37 kevin bell, lw’11 Owner of Porterhouse, Drake’s official live mascot

42 rob fornoff, as’97 doug schaefer, as’99 tyler schwiesow, as’99 Drake trio of triathletes copyright drake university 201 2

Blue Notes Stories, news and bits of useful information from and about the Drake community. In this issue: Brian Brown tells what it takes to plan the Drake Relays, Matthew Russell shares his tips on how to become a locavore, and we catch up with Lou Wolter, professor emeritus of advertising and public relations, in Las Cruces, NM .

35 Alumni Connections Alumni-related news, including Drake Notes, Career Tips and Alumni Calendar

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ILLUSTRATION BY DREW ALBINSON, CLASS OF 2013

any day now, thousands of alumni will descend upon campus. Tents will be pitched, waves of cheers will erupt from Drake Stadium and lean-looking athletes will be spotted jogging through the Drake neighborhood. Of course I’m talking about the Drake Relays, which will celebrate its 103rd running this April 25–28. For over a century, “America’s Athletic Classic” has attracted elite athletes to compete in what is arguably the leading track and field event in intercollegiate sports. And that got us thinking: “What does it mean to be a leader and how has the concept changed in recent years?” Drake’s vision for the future is to become a leader in the national landscape of higher education. What does this mean exactly? The short answer is to be — and be recognized as — a model of excellence to which other universities aspire. The details, as well as the plan for realizing this vision, are provided at www.distinctly.drake.edu. If you are curious about how the plan is progressing, read “distinctlyDrake Update” in this magazine.

the ability to influence others, leadership exists everywhere, and leaders can emerge from the most unexpected places. Elizabeth Ford Kozer explores these ideas in “Reinventing Leadership” as does Ian Weller, Class of 2012, in “Drake Leadership Lessons and Experience: Classroom, Situation Room, War Room.” Members of the Class of 2012 aren’t the only ones who will leave us this spring: Wanda Everage, Drake icon and vice president for student affairs and academic excellence, and Vicky Payseur, vice president of business and finance, will both retire this May. While we are saddened by their departure, we are so very grateful for their decades of leadership and service to the University. Both women, as well as Sue Wright, interim provost, are featured in “Leading by Example.” So if leaders are no longer distinguished by their impressive titles and top-down command, how do you spot one? It’s easy: Look for the Drake pennant or diploma on the wall.

Although leading institutions and athletic events often enjoy widespread visibility, individual leaders are not as easily recognized. Having evolved from an assumption of title to

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Inbox journalism alumnus reviews drake blue I poured through the fall 2011 issue of Drake Blue and loved it! Excellent graphics, nice blend of photos (archive and new) and in-depth articles. I appreciated, too, the cites to websites — next time President Maxwell is in San Diego he will have to bring along his guitar so the west coasters can hear his “fiery

Our entire family shares Wilma’s love for music: I, too, am a musician and all of our children are musical to some degree, some at the professional level. Music plays a large part in all our lives, and Wilma and I appreciate our early training. We remember Drake fondly and enjoy hearing from you. — Roger W. Haines, Laguna Woods, CA

[Drake] blues riffs” up close and personal. Congrats on a great product — I look forward to the next issue! — George W. Brewster Jr., JO’80, LW’83, GR’83, San Diego, CA

legacy of music began at drake We have just received Drake Blue magazine, and I am moved to update you on an alumna, Wilma Baker, fa’38. Wilma taught music in Iowa for two years, then married me in 1940. We have a great marriage, five children, and with their progeny a family of 45. Wilma still sings in our church choir and plays her cello in small string groups and small orchestras.

Editor’s Note: Thank you for taking the time to write and update us on your family — what a wonderful legacy. We are touched to know that Drake may have played a small part in your family’s shared love for music. You and Wilma may be especially interested in the article about the chair of Drake’s music department on page 8. Drake Blue accepts all signed letters and reserves the right to edit those that are published. Please include your full name, address and Drake affiliation. Send correspondence to:

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Virtually Speaking Are leaders born or made? We posed that question to Drake Facebook fans and Twitter followers. Here’s what they had to say: Ryne Nietert, class of 2013: Leaders are born. It takes that

Neil Duncan, bn’96: Leaders are made. Perhaps we all start with different levels of natural charisma, but there is no reason to believe that any one individual could not develop the requisite skills needed to lead and influence others.

special kind of person to rise above the rest, emerge as a

Matt Boileau, as’01: Born. You have to have the natural

leader and do what they were born to do, not what someone

ability to lead before you can learn to do so. My time as

made them do.

a U.S. Marine taught me the difference between those

Jane Burns, jo’83: There is something innate in people that compels them to lead, but leaders are also made by the circumstances they find themselves in. Martin Luther King Jr., Lech Walesa and Nelson Mandela didn’t wake up one day and decide to be leaders. Circumstances created a moment that they were able to grasp.

who have it and those who just don’t. Spend some time where true character is shown and you will know what I’m talking about.

“You have to have the natural ability to lead before you can learn to do so.” Umair Qadeer, as’04: Leadership, to me, isn’t merely a

Sarah Mapes, Des Moines: Some people are born into

result of innate characteristics, although some traits (like

families where they have greater opportunities. I think this

extraversion) certainly do help. Being a leader has a lot

includes opportunities to develop skills to become leaders.

to do with timing and one’s self-worth. Ultimately, when you strip away the romanticism, leadership is more of a decision than it is a quality.

visit www.facebook.com/drakeuniversity or follow www.twitter.com/drakeuniversity to join the current conversation.

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Brian Brown

We gave Drake students, alumni and community members the opportunity to ask Brian Brown, the Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays, anything they wanted to know about “America’s Athletic Classic,” which celebrates its 103rd running April 26–28. Here’s what they wanted to know:

love to host. We’ve been toying with the idea of a shot put

Jason Sigal, bn’10: What are some of the first steps in

appreciation that community members and competitors

planning for the next year’s Drake Relays?

Brown: The first consideration is always this: vision. Our vision for the fan experience, through the ongoing events of

River and a long jump competition on the pedestrian walking bridge (a picturesque location, but accommodating spectators may present a challenge). Regarding image, I’d love to strengthen the pride and have for the Relays; to create a culture that identifies the Relays as a rite of passage, a place in time for athletes and fans, and the home meet for everyone who participates.

Relays Week, is what defines the Drake Relays as a major

Mark Movic, bn’77: Are we going to get the Olympic Team

community event rather than just another track meet. So I

Trials in 2016?

always ask myself, “What momentous occasion can our fans experience next year?” This line of thinking has resulted in popular traditions such as the Grand Blue Mile, Downtown Street Painting and Pole Vault in the Mall.

Rich Hoidahl, Relays attendee for 63 consecutive years: What is on your bucket list of things you’d like to accomplish as director of Drake Relays?

Brown: My goals for the Drake Relays fall into two categories: events and image. I have several community events that I’d

event at Simon Estes Amphitheater near the Des Moines

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Brown: Actually, that’s another goal on my bucket list. But more than that, it’s a very real possibility. Drake is making significant efforts, including a commitment to ongoing capital projects, to ensure that we’re a strong contender for the Olympic Team Trials. Furthermore, there is a growing number of community leaders who are working to bring the trials to Des Moines — we’ll need that buy-in to make it happen. visit www.drake.edu/magazine to see last year’s Pole Vault in the Mall.

[ where are they now ]

Lou Wolter, professor emeritus A longtime communications professor finds that retirement is just another word for “new beginning.” lou wolter Associate professor and professor of advertising and public relations, 1969–94 | Acting dean, School of Journalism & Mass Communication, 1993–1994 | Director of University Marketing, 1986–1987 | Director of the Small Business Development Center, 1983–1984 Lou Wolter’s achievements

Wolter and his wife, Carolyn Lumbard, moved first to Las

of late would exhaust a

Cruces, New Mexico. They lived there for five years before

person half his age: He’s

relocating to Florida, where Wolter sailed a boat and worked.

written a book, consulted,

The couple returned to Santa Fe for three years, then settled

taught, volunteered, built

in Las Cruces.

a sailboat and started a business. The most amazing thing? Wolter, 82, has done all that since retiring from Drake University in 1994.

“We had an opportunity to live in different places and have made dear friends in all of those places,” says Wolter. “It was continually renewing.” Wolter never left teaching; he led courses at New Mexico State University and continued volunteering in SCORE, a national volunteer consulting group that helps small businesses. He’s

When he left Drake,

spent time on boards, has written Navigating Organizations

Wolter didn’t have a plan;

Through the 21st Century: A Metaphor for Leadership and started a

but he had experience

business with a friend rebuilding old auto engines into marine

helping others transition into meaningful retirements, so he

engines for classic mahogany motorboats. He says he is simply

realized retirement wasn’t an end.

interested in living, but there’s the sense that Wolter will

“A lot of us come to retirement with pent-up appetites to

continue to create new opportunities for himself.

do other things,” says Wolter, who came to Drake in 1969.

“If I brought anything to my time at Drake, it was the idea

“I would rather think about it as a beginning. That sense of

of helping people to set higher and more distant goals for

adventure, of self-renewal, is sort of a driving force for me

themselves,” says Wolter. “How could I do less than that for

in retirement.”

myself? The thing that makes it interesting is what’s next.” — Kelly Roberson, JO’92

[ the best place ]

Run a Mile Warm and wind-free, Underground Fitness is a new, students-only exercise facility in Olmsted Center. Underground Fitness opened on the first day of the spring semester and is already wildly popular. Individual TV screens on each elliptical and treadmill are part of the reason, but convenience and quality may make this the best place to run a mile.

New high-tech machines line the interior of Underground Fitness, a new student-only exercise facility in Olmsted.

visit www.drake.edu/magazine to learn more about Underground Fitness and Drake’s committment to wellness.

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Instrument of Leadership padilla strikes the right dynamic with colleagues Clarence Padilla’s strategy for success has always been to surround himself with people who are more talented than he. During more than 30 years as a professional clarinetist, Padilla has performed alongside well-known virtuosos such as cellist Yo-Yo Ma, violinist Itzhak Perlman, singer-songwriter Amy Grant and opera singer Simon Estes. While he still seeks the inspiration and leadership of others, Padilla has increasingly found the tables turned: The longer he teaches and performs, the more he’s flagged as a mentor and leader. To him, this is a surprising career development. “I’m a people person, and I love working with my colleagues at Drake and elsewhere,” Padilla says. “But leadership is not something that I chased. Over the years, it just happened.” Padilla has been chair of the Drake University Department of Music since 2004, providing administrative leadership for 17 full-time and 25 to 30 part-time faculty members. Colleagues say he fills the role with kindness, keen diplomacy and a graceful appearance of effortlessness. He also manages personnel for the Des Moines Symphony and conducted his first season with the Des Moines Metro Concert Band, a group of 40 professional musicians, in summer 2011. “When I’m in a leadership role, I still consider myself an equal to everyone else. And in general I don’t consider myself a great leader,” Padilla says. “Who knows? Maybe that’s why some people consider me one.” In his free time, he tours the world with pianist Nicholas Roth and cellist Ashley Sidon, both of whom teach at Drake. Padilla has also performed in a long list of Broadway shows at the Des Moines Civic Center, including two runs of Wicked and one run each of La Cage aux Folles, Young Frankenstein and Mary Poppins. Padilla prides himself on bringing that experience back to the classroom. But as often as possible, he brings the students to those experiences. Like when he invited several students to sit in the pit during Wicked. “There’s no better way for me to teach students about my experiences than to have them sit next to me while I perform,” Padilla says. “That’s one of the perks of being in a city with as many opportunities as Des Moines.” — Aaron W. Jaco, jo’07, as ’07 visit www.drake.edu/magazine to enjoy a video of Clarence Padilla performing an original sonata from his solo album, With the Wind. spring 2012

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[ how to ]

Be a Locavore Consuming locally grown foods is not only healthy — it bolsters your community’s economy and supports area farmers. Matt Russell, state food policy project coordinator at Drake Law School, chemical-free farmer and coordinator of the Buy Fresh Buy Local project, shares a few tips on becoming a locavore. Talk to your grocer. Ask your retailer where your meat and produce are coming from and what is in season. “If you want something, ask them to carry it,” says Russell. “We forget we have the power to change the marketplace by asking for things.”

Join a CSA group. Subscribing to a community supported agriculture (CSA) group gets fresh vegetables delivered to your home or a nearby drop-off point for a fee that goes directly to the farmer. “The majority of Americans have access to a CSA at this point,” says Russell. Join a co-op. Local food cooperatives provide high-quality food through buying clubs or retail stores that are usually customerand worker-owned and operated. Visit www.localharvest.org to find a local co-op near you.

Check the Buy Fresh Buy Local newsletter. “We actually do grow things you can get straight from the farm, co-op or local stores and put them on your table,” says Russell. Search the Internet for a Buy Fresh Buy Local program in your neighborhood. If you’re in the Des Moines area, view the local newsletter at: www.drake.edu/news/dbletter/buyfreshbuylocal

Shop at a farmers’ market. A trip to your farmers’ markets can be a fun outing and help you become more acquainted with your food source. “If you’ve established a relationship with your farmer, you can be eating the world’s best foods as they are harvested each season,” says Russell.

visit www.drake.edu/magazine to learn how Carlyn Crowe, internship coordinator for the School of Journalism and Mass Communication is making an impact on the local food movement in Des Moines.

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[ top five ] With 102 years of history, the Drake Relays has had plenty of great moments. Here are the top five, according to Brian Brown, the Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays:

1994 — Carl Lewis, already an international star, helps shovel snow from the track before running in and winning the 100-meter dash.

1996 — Michael Johnson competes in the 200 Special Invitational just months before winning the event (as well as the 400) at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta, GA.

1935 — Jesse Owens of Ohio State wins the 100-yard dash and the long jump a year before dominating the Olympics in Berlin, Germany.

1979 — Steve Scott becomes the first athlete to break the 4-minute mark at the Relays with a time of 3:55.26.

1961 — Wilma Rudolph, who in 1960 became the first woman to win three Olympic gold medals, wins the 100-yard dash with a time of 11.1, becoming the first woman to win a Drake Relays event.

visit www.drake.edu/magazine for more favorite Relays moments or share your own on Facebook: www.facebook.com/drakeuniversity

[ book club ]

As Good as a Getaway In need of a little R & R? Escape into one of these novels, recommended by the travel-loving Carrie Dunham-LaGree, Drake librarian for digital literacy and general education.

State of Wonder Ann Patchett

Set in the stifling heat of the remote Amazon jungle, it is a literary tale of love, adventure, scientific research and friendship.

If You Follow Me Malena Watrous

This novel follows Marina, a recent college graduate who is teaching in rural Japan. It is a fascinating glimpse into cultural differences and international experiences.

White Woman on the Green Bicycle

The Personal History of Rachel DuPree

Monique Roffey

Ann Weisgarber

Illustrating the effect of time on both a marriage and a country, this book tells the story of a young British couple who moves to Trinidad in the 1950s.

Weisgarber offers a powerful look at the lives of two African-American homesteaders who settled in the Badlands in the early 1900s.

Stiltsville Susanna Daniel

Daniels explores the relationship of a Miami couple, often intersecting crucial moments in their marriage with key events in Florida history.

Reconnecting at Relays Relays Week is one of the most exciting times to visit campus: the running of the races, the frequent brushes with elite athletes, and the many opportunities to reconnect with former roommates and study buddies. No wonder so many Drake alumni choose late April as their favorite time to return to Des Moines. More than a year in advance, the Office of Alumni Relations starts planning the reunion events that take place throughout Relays Week. “In addition to anticipating significant anniversaries, we determine the affinity groups that are clamoring for reunions,” says Liz Tesar, bn’07, assistant director of alumni relations. “From there we start to recruit alumni volunteers for steering committees.” The steering committees then drive the events and the alumni office takes a supporting role. Joe Aiello, bn’80, president of Drake’s National Alumni Board of Directors, is co-chair of this year’s All Greek Reunion. He is expecting over 2,000 Greek alumni to participate in the event after a stunning 1,600 alumni showed up to the first All Greek Reunion in 2009. “The steering committee, which includes representation from every Drake-affiliated Greek house, is focused on making this year’s event the greatest party ever,” he says. Another much-anticipated celebration is the third African American Reunion. The highlight of the event will be a reception in honor of Wanda Everage, vice provost for student affairs and academic excellence, who is retiring from Drake after 24 years. Read more about Everage on page 20. The entire Drake community is invited to celebrate Wanda in the Cowles Library Reading Room on Saturday, April 28, at 9:30 a.m.

In addition to the affinity reunions, celebrations for the classes of 2002 and 1972 are planned. Current students are encouraged to attend any or all of the reunions to network with alumni, an important facet of reunions, according to Blake Campbell, gr’05, director of alumni relations. “Drake’s alumni network is a tremendous benefit to current students, and we know that the passionate alumni who visit campus for reunions are eager to share their time and knowledge with students,” says Campbell.

visit www.drake.edu/relays for more information about the reunions happening over Relays Week. Love Marching Spike? When you’re visiting area retailers of Drake merchandise, be on the lookout for the Paul F. Morrison Collection — an ever-expanding line of vintage Drake clothing. spring 2012

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An Approachable Administrator melissa sturm-smith, associate dean of students, drake university I’m a student affairs professional. I suppor t

student activities, organizations and government here at Drake.

I approach my job as an administrator with

the perspective that I’m actually an educator. I believe I’m helping to educate students through their cocurricular learning oppor tunities. Whether it’s supervising student staff, student clubs and organizations, students who come through my office for misconduct issues, I think there’s a learning element to it. At the end of the day, I always approach it from the perspective of an educator.

This job is perfect for me. Seven years ago,

this job became available as assistant dean of students. This job is the job I would’ve described to you as a master’s student as my ideal job. It’s the right-size institution, the right mix of responsibilities. It was “it.”

My greatest challenge is that students change

over time, and with that comes different issues. Students in this generation, millennials, need a lot of direction, like to work in teams and like acknowledgment. They’ve changed the way that we supervise student employees, the way that faculty interact with them, and how we build

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parent relationships as well. I think a lot of the issues in student affairs stay sor t of the same, but as the students change, it puts a new spin on the issues that we’re dealing with.

I’m in this because I really love working with college students. That’s what I find rewarding; I find college students’ unbridled enthusiasm and excitement about what they’re doing energizing to be around on a daily basis. It can be exhausting sometimes, but at the end of the day I feel really lucky that that’s my work environment. I ended up at Drake by getting a job in the alumni office. After about two years, I became an assistant director, and I made it really clear to my supervisor that I was happy to be at Drake but I really loved working with students. By the time I left the alumni office, my job was almost entirely student outreach. Drake’s been a place that’s really suppor ted my ability to grow as a professional and also helped me pursue some personal passions as well. Right now, I am working on a PhD in educational leadership and policy study with an emphasis in higher education. I’m not sure yet where that will lead me. I love my job and I love what I do, but I think there may be other things I can do, too.

now undergraduate commencement, may 14, 2011

then pomp and circumstance Snaking from the steps of Old Main to the corner of 25th Street and University Avenue, the Class of 1917 heads toward First Christian Church. The church, which was organized by George Carpenter and George Jewett and funded by Francis Marion Drake, hosted Drake commencement ceremonies for decades. During the first few years of the University’s existence, graduation ceremonies were splintered and scattered. A “medley of exercises,”1 early commencement was a mishmash of events hosted by literary societies and colleges, sometimes in different months. Drake’s thickly-wooded campus even provided a venue for open-air ceremonies from 1887 to 1889, and the Literary and Art Department held its at a church in downtown Des Moines.

By 1890, First Christian Church was near completion, and graduates navigated scaffolding during commencement. In 1902, newly inaugurated President Hill M. Bell consolidated ceremonies, joining law students, medical students and undergraduates together in cap and gown. By June 1913, the Medical College was disbanded. Today, Drake students receive their diplomas in the Knapp Center, constructed in 1992. Like in the earliest years, however, Drake now hosts multiple commencements, for undergraduates, law, pharmacy and other graduate programs.

Ritchey, Charles J. Drake University Through Seventy-Five Years: 1881-1956. Drake University, 1956.

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Reinventing Leadership

how advances in education, technology and the global economy have changed the way we lead. By Elizabeth Ford Kozor, as, jo‘07 | Illustrations by Andrew Albinson, class of 2013

For Ned Burmeister, bn’81, there is no end to the business day. Even as he sleeps, emails from staff members pile up from half a world away, filtering in from places such as Malaysia, Hong Kong and India. “This really is a 24/7 job,” he says of his role as senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International, Inc. The company, based in Des Moines, is a subsidiary of The Principal Financial Group. Spanning five continents, Principal International develops and sells pension and mutual funds in 10 countries, generating $1 out of every $6 the corporation earns. Principal is not alone in pursuing an international strategy. As U.S. companies continue to expand overseas, the ability to lead others at a distance, known as virtual leadership, is crucial. Virtual leadership represents just how dramatically the practice of leadership in America has been transformed in recent years. Due to rapid social change, leaders now face situations that did not exist a mere 20 years ago and must rely upon a new skillset to help them meet the challenges of an ever-evolving world.

Burmeister is well aware of these issues. As chief operating officer, he monitors the performance of Principal’s international companies and ensures they have the resources and expertise they need for daily operations. This includes the management of numerous individuals working overseas. The biggest challenge in his job, Burmeister says, is communicating effectively because electronic communications, such as phone and email, take away many of the nonverbal clues that are important to understanding human interactions. In addition, he says, the distance has required him to learn new techniques and adapt to new styles of leadership. “It’s hard to learn and accept the fact that you have to let go, you have to trust the people working for you,” he says. “Your first responsibility is to hire good people overseas. At the end of the day, you have to trust those people because you can’t run every aspect of those businesses from Des Moines. You have to get comfortable and realize you don’t need to know what is happening on a day-to-day basis.” And, he adds, “You have to learn to sleep on an airplane.”

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a new way of thinking Though virtual leadership is a relatively new development, the practice of leadership has been changing for some time. Today, leadership is more equitable, collaborative and increasingly focused on engagement and communication — a sharp contrast to old models of command and control. This shift began more than 100 years ago, as America began the slow march from manufacturing and agriculture to a knowledge and service-based economy. The command and control style of leadership was epitomized in Harry Truman’s iconic desktop sign: The Buck Stops Here. In a world of factory production and assembly lines, orders came from the top. Leaders made decisions and only their opinions mattered. With this came the idea that leaders must be smarter, more charismatic and, interestingly enough, even taller than the average man. It was believed leaders were born, preordained for greatness. No more. Greater access to education, an increasingly globalized world and the rapid progression of technology have changed the way leadership is viewed and practiced in the United States — and one of the first conventions cast aside was the idea that individuals can lead with an iron fist. Because America’s workforce is now the most educated in history, employees bring skills and expertise to the table that their leaders may not possess. Thus, individuals expect to take ownership of their own work and want their leaders to guide instead of direct. “No longer can one person by edict dictate where we need to go,” says Tom Westbrook, professor of education, who teaches master’s-level leadership courses in the School of Education and serves as chair of the undergraduate concentration in leadership education and development. “There is automatic pushback on that. So leadership is more about language, our ability to engage and our ability to get buy-in.”

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establishing a vision The ability to get buy-in from others is critical. A huge part of a leader’s success derives from inspiring others to rally around a common goal that extends beyond the completion of day-to-day tasks. In a world of constant fluctuation, leaders must not just cope with change but drive it. While top-level managers and CEOs often lead this type of change, innovation can occur at all levels of an organization, expanding the practice of leadership to any individual who can shift conventional thinking and convince others to believe in a vision. “The myth of leadership is that it must come from a public or political leader, the captain of the football team or the student body president,” says Westbrook. “But when you think about it, Einstein was a leading physicist; Picasso, a leading painter; and Martha Graham a leader in ushering in the realm of modern dance. If you think about all those people, they were leaders because they assisted us in thinking differently about their domain.”

The need for innovation is being seen in every field from business to the sciences. In the fields of pharmacy and health care, rising costs, longer life spans and a proliferation of prescription medications have led to a demand for new ideas. “It has always been important for there to be people to invent new solutions — but now it is to the point where there need to be more than a few people doing great things,” says Renae Chesnut, professor of pharmacy practice and associate dean for student affairs in Drake’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS ). According to Chesnut, who recently completed her term as president of the Iowa Pharmacy Association, pharmacists are beginning to embrace the idea of entrepreneurial leadership. The movement is based on the belief that every pharmacist must work to improve patient care by identifying potential problems and coming up with creative solutions that are economically viable.

“The idea of entrepreneurial leadership is about instilling the mind-set that every individual, no matter what position that person has within an organization, needs to be looking for ways to improve the process, product or service to create a better environment for patients,” she says. Faculty members in the CPHS encourage both pharmacy students and health science majors to be leaders in their fields. In addition to courses on entrepreneurial leadership and management, the CPHS offers the Student Leadership Development Series, which brings in guest speakers and gives students the opportunity to enhance their understanding of leadership through monthly activities. Through the DELTA Rx Institute, a Drake organization whose mission is to promote “the spirit of change and innovation” within the field of pharmacy, the college offers the Next Top Entrepreneur Competition, which encourages the development of original ideas to solve problems in health care.

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building relationships While a knack for ingenuity is important, the abilities to communicate that vision and to relate to others are equally valuable qualities in a leader. Because so much of leadership today is focused on collaboration, leaders must be able to gain trust and form sincere relationships. Leaders must also serve as mentors, empowering those around them and helping others to accomplish their own goals. “Some define leadership simply as a relationship building process,” says Ina Purvanova, assistant professor of management and international business. “If you can’t build a positive relationship with someone, how are you supposed to do your job as a leader, which is to influence others and motivate them to do a good job?” She adds that these behaviors are important because they get to the heart of what the majority of people desire from life. “If you really look at these behaviors, each one satisfies a primal need that humans tend to have: the need for relationships, to grow and to learn, and the need to know why. Once those needs are satisfied, people are more able and willing to go above and beyond and really contribute to their organization.”

learning to lead Purvanova is quick to dispel the notion that leaders are born and instead says anyone can develop the characteristics necessary to lead in the 21st century. “One of the things that research continues to uncover is that our personalities are quite malleable,” says Purvanova. “What that means is that we can learn to acquire traits we may not have initially possessed, and conversely, we can put aside some of the traits that are not our best. We can get rid of bad habits, essentially, because we evolve. We learn all the time.”

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At Drake, the emphasis on liberal arts is central to leadership development. In addition to the ability to build relationships and communicate a vision, leaders today must navigate ambiguous situations and make ethical decisions when answers aren’t clear-cut. They must be flexible enough to thrive in a time of great uncertainty. Numerous courses in the Drake Curriculum are focused on helping students grow these capabilities. “The whole notion of a liberal arts education is that it prompts us to think critically and analytically, to be able to solve problems, to be able to express ourselves and write coherently — those are crucial elements of leadership,” says Westbrook. While the knowledge and skills gained through coursework are important, learning to apply these lessons is equally so. Students practice leadership skills during internships, through volunteer activities and by participating in campus organizations. Drake’s Donald V. Adams Leadership Institute helps students connect the theory they’ve learned in classes to their experiences outside of the classroom. In the past few years, Drake has expanded its leadership offerings for students. The Athletics Strategic Plan calls for enhanced leadership-based experiences for student-athletes, and a new leadership concentration emphasizes experiential learning combined with self-reflection to help students better understand their talents. Self-reflection is also a focus in the graduate and undergraduate courses Purvanova teaches on leadership in the College of Business and Public Administration. In both courses, she stresses self-awareness through a series of personality surveys that allow her students to understand how they and others see themselves. Both Purvanova and Westbrook agree that self-awareness is a necessary first step in learning to lead with emotional intelligence — a determinant in a leader’s ability to relate to others.

“You cannot get better at this notion of leading with emotional intelligence until you can get better at understanding yourself,” says Westbrook. “If we can begin to develop around those aspects — Who am I? What value do I bring? What assumptions do I have? — we can begin to understand others’ stories, values and what they bring to the table. That’s really what self-awareness is. It’s the whole notion of who I am within the context of Drake or my major or the world.”

future challenges Once individuals are aware of how their own values and beliefs shape their worldview, they can gain a greater appreciation for the backgrounds of coworkers and clients they will encounter in today’s diverse workplace. Globalization brings with it new difficulties when dealing with unfamiliar cultures and operating on other continents, and this challenge will only continue to grow as more U.S. companies expand internationally and technology continues to improve. While much is known about what Americans expect in their leaders, Purvanova says it is not always clear what the expectations are from people in other parts of the world. “It is extremely important as companies expand overseas for leaders to ask, ‘Do

I need to adjust or learn a new set of behaviors if I am going on a business trip to China?’” she says.

field of leadership is likely to keep evolving,

Burmeister agrees with Purvanova, saying in his experience at Principal International, he discovered that views of leadership vary slightly between countries, requiring some adaptability.

cultures throughout the world, she expects

“As you first get into the international game, I think there is a learning curve for working with other cultures, so you need to understand the cultural differences and understand that what is right and appropriate in the U.S. isn’t always right and appropriate in other countries. Understanding how they view the relationship between managers and employees is important,” he says.

(GLOBE) Research Program, which is based

However, Burmeister also believes if individuals approach leadership with an open and inquisitive mind, those differences are easily overcome. He adds that the benefits of operating outside the United States outweigh any challenges presented by distance or culture.

honesty and integrity, demonstrating that

“The U.S. operation has benefited greatly from product development and from ideas outside the U.S.,” he says. “It’s a two-way street of information flow, at least for Principal.”

because no matter what culture you live

As American organizations continue to expand into countries around the world, the

characteristics to be successful.”

says Purvanova. Because of the increased need for understanding of leadership in much more research to be conducted in this area moving forward. Studies by the Global Leadership and Organizational Behavior Effectiveness at New Mexico State University and connects researchers in more than 60 cultures, are already making strides in this area. The organization’s research has shown that, despite different cultural expectations for how leaders should act and motivate their followers, there are some traits that are universally valued. At the top of the list are trust is essential, whether leadership is occurring virtually, in person or from within a field or organization. “Researchers are actually finding a tremendous amount of consistency across the world, and I think this makes sense in, you probably don’t like people to lie to you,” Purvanova says. “While some of the behaviors may differ between countries, leaders still need a common set of

visit www.drake.edu/magazine to learn about the Donald V. Adams Leadership Institute at Drake University.

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Leading by Example With retirement on the horizon, three of the University’s key administrators share their thoughts on female leadership and their own experiences at Drake. By Tim Schmitt, GR’08,’10 Mary Carpenter, the namesake of Carpenter Hall and the daughter of Drake founder George Carpenter, was one of the first female leaders at Drake University. She served as the University librarian, a residence hall administrator and as the first dean of women in the early days of the 20th century. When students formed a female basketball team in 1905, rules stipulated that players wear full blouses with puffy sleeves and pleated bloomers that snapped below the knee. Even with this restrictive dress code, however, Carpenter declared the sport inappropriate for women and banned the team. She was also so dismayed by the “unladylike behavior” of women at football games that she decreed female students were no longer permitted to yell for their team — though they were free to express their excitement for the game by singing aloud. Fast-forward more than 100 years: The role of women at Drake would be unimaginable to Carpenter. Drake now has in Sandy Hatfield Clubb a female athletic director who oversees all aspects of University sports, and women at Drake serve in leadership roles across campus. Among these leaders is the trifecta of Interim Provost Susan Wright, Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Academic Excellence Wanda Everage, and Vice President for Business and Finance Vicky

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Payseur. Combined, these women have provided more than 75 years of service to Drake. Though their leadership will be missed, as Everage and Payseur will retire in May and Wright plans to retire by the end of the 2013 academic year, their insight and experiences should serve to inspire and educate future leaders for many decades to come. “All three of them are so much a part of what Drake is, has been and will be,” says Drake President David Maxwell. “Each of them is blazingly smart, but with very different cognitive styles and affect. We can’t replace any of them — we’re appointing their successors.”

Wanda Everage

from where they are,” she says. “As people in endorsed senior leadership positions, it is our responsibility to empower people to lead and gain the confidence to understand their own potential.” After graduating, Everage served as a teacher and administrator in the Des Moines Public School District and was one of only five governor-appointed members of the Iowa Board of Parole. When she returned to Drake in 1988 as the University’s first assistant to the provost, Everage learned that retention of students was a serious problem. The provost at the time simply told her “fix it.” There was little guidance as to how to go about solving the problem, just a faith in her ability to get it done and a willingness to let her lead the project.

As a student at Drake from 1968–72, Wanda Everage never served in a school-sponsored leadership role.

This trust, she says, truly inspired her to succeed and is a prime example of how to encourage leadership.

“I wasn’t in an official, universitysanctioned role as a leader,” she says. “But I was involved and part of a grassroots movement dealing with equality.”

“It’s not always easy to help others realize their potential, but empowering people to trust themselves that they are giving their best is the most challenging and rewarding aspect of my job,” says Everage.

This experience greatly influenced Everage and encouraged her to help others become leaders — regardless of their job, status or position. “This whole notion of Drake creating leaders through official programs is great, but we have to ask how we can empower people to be great leaders

“Wanda is an icon of the very best of Drake University,” says Maxwell. “As an alumna and as a senior administrator, she has managed to combine in important ways the perspectives and values of the institution with a personal understanding of the student experience. Wanda’s ultimate impact on Drake is

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the effect she’s had on thousands of students and her colleagues through personal interactions — challenging them with high standards and helping them achieve their goals.”

sue Wright Before coming to Drake in 1975 as an assistant professor of sociology, Sue Wright served as an instructor at a small liberal arts college in Virginia. Though she held the same position as a male who was hired at the same time, she earned only two-thirds of his salary and was required to adhere to a dress code in place for all women. “At a time when students across the country were protesting the Vietnam War and fighting for civil rights, students at this college were protesting dress codes,” she recalls. “I was fired because they were convinced I instigated students to protest, though I did not.” With her more than 37 years of service at Drake, one might assume that Wright has mastered the arts of keeping quiet and shying away from controversy — but nothing could be further from the truth. “I hold the philosophy that as part of a community you should be involved to make it as good as it can be,” says Wright. “I’ve always been outspoken. My approach has consistently been to challenge from within.” In the mid-80s the College of Arts and Sciences invited Drake trustees to a meeting. Faculty talked about college accomplishments and Wright discussed faculty salaries. One board member left the meeting as she spoke and the incoming president of the board told her afterward that if she were his employee he would fire her on the spot. He admitted however, that he was still trying to understand the role of faculty and shared governance.

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Sue Wright, interim provost

Since then, Wright has served as department chair, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, associate provost and director of institutional research, deputy provost and interim provost, and will return to the role of deputy provost in June 2012. “I think that’s one of the very good things about Drake,” says Wright. “I’ve always felt free to speak my mind even before I was tenured. There are many different ways in which an individual can help an organization move forward and achieve goals.”

“I am very grateful to Sue for stepping up to fulfill a number of vital leadership roles at Drake,” says Maxwell. “With her decades of experience, her wealth of knowledge about the institution in particular and higher education in general, and her wise and thoughtful understanding of academic culture and practice, she is an invaluable asset to the University.”

vicky Payseur Since arriving at Drake in 1997, Vice President for Business and Finance Vicky

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Payseur has played a key role in guiding the University through a difficult economic climate and ensuring that financial stability has become both a reality and an ongoing goal. “I’m really proud of the fact that we’ve had a balanced budget for eight years and that I’ve had the opportunity to lead so many campus improvement projects that have enhanced the student experience” says Payseur. “Getting the University to this point, however, has not been easy. “It takes a lot of courage to be in this role,” she says. “It is not a position for the weak willed. It’s hard to be the one who says no. To be businesslike in an academic setting can be considered negative. There tends to be a feeling that those of us dealing with finances are not as mission driven, but I’ve always tried to do everything I can to keep the mission up front and to support students.” “Vicky has the breadth of vision and understanding of institutional mission to know that the balance sheet is not the ultimate metric of success,” says Maxwell. “It’s maximizing our resources to ensure that we fulfill our promise of an exceptional learning environment.”

Payseur has served as a leader in the professional world since 1982, including stints as vice president at Des Moines University and as the first female vice president at Simpson College before coming to Drake in 1997. She believes that opportunities for women to lead now exist on a level equal to those available to men. Additionally, Payseur says, the presence of so many female leaders at Drake — vice presidents, provosts, deans and others — demonstrates to young women on campus that gender discrimination is no longer the major issue it used to be. “Leaders need to have clarity of purpose and creativity, and I don’t think either gender has a lock on that,” she says.

new Shoes While, as Payseur suggests, neither men nor women may have a unique leadership advantage based solely on gender, Drake has certainly come to rely upon the leadership skills of these women — and many others. If Mary Carpenter were with us today, she would probably lie awake at night worrying about the

“We don’t expect anyone to fill Vicky’s, Wanda’s or Sue’s shoes — we expect their successors to bring their own shoes.” —David Maxwell

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influence that today’s women have on students. But the role of women and their sphere of influence continues to grow at Drake — and will continue for the foreseeable future. Maxwell points to the many women in leadership roles on the Drake campus — vice president for business and finance (current and future); interim provost and future provost; vice provost and deputy provost; chief information technology officer; two of the five academic deans; a number of directors (including athletics and human resources); and department chairs — as evidence that the University has and will continue to rely on women to lead the way. “We don’t expect anyone to fill Vicky’s, Wanda’s or Sue’s shoes — we expect their successors to bring their own shoes,” says Maxwell.

Drake Leadership Lessons and Experience: Classroom, Situation Room, War Room By Ian Weller, Class of 2012

Graduation. Completion. In a few short weeks, I’ll transfer the tassel on my graduation cap from right to left and throw the hat in the air; then my friends, family and I will celebrate the joyous end of an era. Then I’ll start doing push-ups. Lots of push-ups.

While my friends may take the summer off before going on to pursue graduate school and careers in actuarial science, education and music, I will be enrolled in the U.S. Navy’s Officer Candidate School. And through what I’m sure will seem like an extreme amount of push-ups, morning runs and verbal abuse, I’ll be broken down. Then I’ll gradually be built back up in preparation for my second graduation. Graduation from the U.S. Navy’s Officer Candidate School comes with more than a promise of adventure; it also comes with the commitment to service, sacrifice and an allegiance to the core values of honor and courage.

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“I think the confidence comes from feeling prepared — for this, I credit my leadership experiences at Drake.”

At 22 years old, I will be stationed as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard a warship and will be legally and morally responsible for new sailors fresh out of high school. When I consider what I’m about to do, a host of emotions well up: nervousness, pride, excitement and an aggressive confidence. I think the confidence comes from feeling prepared — for this, I credit my leadership experiences at Drake. While attending Drake, I have been blessed with numerous leadership opportunities: some on campus and others halfway around the world. Although I consider my experiences pretty extraordinary, I’ve concluded that almost every cocurricular activity is a learning lab in leadership. From day one, first-year students join organizations led by older students. We watch these leaders and learn what to emulate and what to improve upon as we develop our own leadership skills. In some cases, students gain experience

planning major events and managing large budgets for their student organizations. In other cases, students make miracles happen simply through their ability to influence others. In both examples, students are learning some exceptional leadership skills. For me, the highlights of my leadership experiences at Drake were being elected as founding president when Pi Kappa Phi fraternity returned to campus, serving as a resident assistant (R.A.) in Crawford Residence Hall, helping to lead an evacuation from Egypt and starting a military career with the U.S. Navy. Each of these experiences has taught me something valuable that I’ll bring to my next position as a new Navy officer and to other leadership roles that will follow. When my colleagues and I restarted the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, we made mistakes as well as celebrated success. From this I learned the importance of being surrounded by people who

I learned the importance of being surrounded by people who support you and who are working toward a common goal. The men who were by my side have a special place in my heart, and it is an honor to call them “brother.”

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support you and who are working toward a common goal. The men who were by my side have a special place in my heart, and it is an honor to call them “brother.” It is an even bigger honor and point of pride to see what the fraternity has grown into. The best organizations look to the future. My brothers and I did this by keeping our vision for future generations of Pi Kapps at the forefront while we revitalized the chapter. This motivation toward the future is common in many students at Drake and was recently summed up by my roommate Seejo Valacheril, Class of 2012, who said, “We want to make sure we leave Drake a better place than when we started.”

Drake not only taught me about leadership but also allowed me to experience and practice it. The goal of many leaders is to make themselves more or less replaceable — or at least not always needed. I quickly saw the value in this when I was an R.A. in Crawford Residence Hall. It was move-in day and it seemed every first-year student needed my attention. My favorite memory is of one student who asked me what time curfew was. I couldn’t believe he was actually asking me when he should return to his room every night, so I sarcastically told him, “When the streetlights turn on.” Within two weeks, however, this student and all the others on my floor were taking control of their social programs, floor issues and even staying out past dark. I hope my sailors will be up to the same task. When I was a junior at Drake, I learned several skills directly related to my future position as a U.S. Navy officer. As an international relations major and study-abroad student, I traveled the Middle East and honed my Arabic language skills. And although I never saw combat, my study-abroad experience allowed me (although inadvertently) to be close. Having fallen in love with the land of the pharaohs during a short trip to Egypt with Mahmoud Hamad, assistant professor

of politics, in summer 2010, I returned a year later for an entire semester. In spring 2011, I participated in a study-abroad program in Alexandria, a city in northern Egypt. After being there a short while, the Egyptian uprising began: I witnessed protests on a massive scale, drove by the riot police engaged in an alley, witnessed gunfire below my balcony, and in the mornings saw burned cars after evenings of rage. As I climbed onto my roof one night, I was overcome with tear gas — the government response to the Arab Spring. During a very long and at times frightening evacuation (over 36 hours from the “get your gear, and get going” call to leaving Egyptian airspace) I helped coordinate evacuation efforts and worked hard to maintain morale, minimize panic and keep my fellow students sane throughout the tumult. Finally, one of my most recent leadership experiences at Drake is also one of the best — my time with the Army ROTC. Before joining, my only brush with the military was hearing stories about my grandparents’ service. Especially memorable is a story about my grandmother, who was stationed as an Army captain at Schofield Barracks overlooking Pearl Harbor on that fateful December Sunday. So when I trained with the ROTC as a noncontracted cadet, I wasn’t sure what to expect. What I found were exemplary students, many of whom had already seen combat. These men and women were living out their personal values and holding themselves to the highest standards. They were practicing the tenets of leadership I hope to bring to my next position. As I’ve been preparing for my next step in life, I’ve taken some time to reflect on my college experience (the importance of reflection is something I learned at Drake). In doing so, I’ve realized that Drake not only taught me about leadership but also allowed me to experience and practice it. From the fraternity chapter room to the sands of a revolutionary Egypt and to whereever the waters of Naval warfare may lead me, I have been eternally blessed. Great leaders have shaped me, and with a Bulldog pennant stowed in my sea bag, I pledge to continue the tradition.

View Weller’s Bulldog Abroad blog at http://ianwellerdrake.blogspot.com

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distinctlyDrake:

It’s More Than Buildings I have been pleased and honored to join together with the Drake alumni team as they traveled the U.S. for regional distinctlyDrake events. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed meeting with my fellow alumni where they live and work, and visiting with people who love the University as much as I do. It was especially exciting to be able to visit with alumni from Drake’s School of Education and spread the word about the school’s building project — an undertaking that is being made possible through distinctlyDrake. My family and I have been delighted to pledge our support and enthusiasm for this project, as well as for distinctlyDrake as a whole. It’s important to remember, however, that distinctlyDrake is not really about buildings. It’s not even about alumni events. It’s about the students from current and future generations who will benefit so richly from the ripples of philanthropy that we’re creating here today. As you peruse this special section of Drake Blue, I hope you will enjoy reading about how distinctlyDrake is already making a difference in students’ lives. Joan Middleton ed’63, gr’77 Recipient of 2009 Drake Alumni Loyalty Award

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Interdisciplinary Centers A Global Sphere of Influence: Internationalization brings opportunities for students, faculty When Lukas Olynyk traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, in the summer following his freshman year at Drake, his professional goals of working in the international arena took a more personal turn. Not only did Olynyk serve as an intern and assistant caseworker for the Ngong Road Children’s Association, which provides education, medical care, meals and other support to children who have been affected by poverty and HIV/AIDS; he was able to meet Afline, the six-year-old girl his family had been sponsoring through the organization. “I aided the case workers with checking up on the families and teachers of the children in the program,” says Olynyk. He also photographed and videotaped the surroundings and the children for the organization’s website (www.ngongroad.org) and blogged as his worldview opened even further.

Recently, however, the center and the grant program that

“I learned how fortunate we are here in the U.S. and how even

made Olynyk’s Africa experience possible have been greatly

with nothing to give, people in the developing world will open

bolstered by distinctlyDrake. distinctlyDrake’s overall emphasis

their hearts and homes and give you everything,” says Olynyk.

on creating interdisciplinary centers — and expansion of the

“It taught me a lot about people — real people with real

Center for Global Citizenship in particular — brings a heightened

struggles. That outlook will stick with me for the rest of my life.”

visibility that has translated into progress. Recent leadership-

Olynyk’s internship in Kenya was made possible thanks to the Global Service Grant Program, supported by the Principal Financial Group Center for Global Citizenship. The grant program provides financial support for students to take part in summer service activities abroad. Today Olynyk is a senior international relations major/ philosophy minor with a career focus on conflict resolution

level gifts from Principal Financial Group, its chairman, president and CEO Larry Zimpleman, bn’73, gr’79, and his wife, Kathi, and Ron Olson, bn’63, and his wife, Jane, are allowing this part of Drake’s vision to become a reality. Also reinforcing Drake’s commitment to internationalization was the recent hiring of Christa Olson in the new position of vice provost for international programs.

and the Middle East. He found his two months in Nairobi

“The Center for Global Citizenship has shifted culture and

affirmed his future path — working in the international arena.

has gotten a lot more involved in international opportunities

Commitment to internationalization The Center for Global Citizenship got its start 10 years ago,

— not just for students but also for faculty — and helping to integrate experiences into the curriculum,“ says Olson.

borne of Drake’s commitment to infusing academic offerings

“The Center for Global Citizenship is now an incubator for

with a global perspective. A lead gift from R.W. and Mary

what we would like to see on a bigger scale on campus,”

Nelson got the center off the ground.

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Capital Projects A tasteful gift from the Hubbell family A formerly vacant space in the north side of Hubbell Dining

convenience store, conference rooms, large flat-screen TVs,

Hall is now a contemporary venue for students to dine, relax

a pool table and video game stations.

and play thanks to a $5 million renovation funded by donors to distinctlyDrake.

The renovation project was made possible by gifts and pledges from the Hubbell family, Hubbell Realty Co. and the

The project, unveiled in fall 2010, offers 18,500 square feet

Windsor Charitable Foundation, along with funding from

of renovated space. On the upper level is Quad Creek Café, an

Sodexo, Inc.

expansive dining area that includes a grill and stations for smoothies, pizza, subs, salads and international specialties in addition to a stage and a sophisticated projection system. Students can relax downstairs in Spike’s Spot, which offers a

“[The renovation] helped transform a former underutilized space to one of the prettiest places and views of campus — an area where students can socialize and hang out throughout the day.” Seejo Valacheril, Class of 2012, marketing and management double major

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Endowed faculty position spurs innovation Drake magazine students are among the first to take their message to the iPad. Drake senior magazine majors have found their way into the homes, hands and even pockets of a diverse community the last two years with the publication of their all-digital lifestyle magazine, Urban Plains. The decision to go digital-only came from the students, who worked under the guidance of instructor Jeff Inman to produce an online publication with fully-integrated multi-media. The magazine was also one of the first studentproduced titles in the country distributed on the iPad. “It’s the magazine experience on steroids,” says Lori Blachford, the Peggy Fisher and Larry Stelter Chair of Magazine Journalism. “It allows students to jump into new forums in a very practical way. If we can teach these students to take a risk in order to start something new, I don’t know that we can do any better by them.”

“The trust and confidence that Peggy and Larry have shown in the magazine program has really solidified the culture of

Blachford is Drake’s first endowed chair of magazine journalism,

success here,” Blachford says. “It’s a point of pride not just

a position made possible by the foresight and generosity of

with the faculty but with the students as well. ”

Peggy Fisher, fa’70, and her husband, Larry Stelter. Considered the gold standard in academia, endowed positions provide for compensation and annual research funds in perpetuity. This long-term commitment to an academic program provides the level of academic freedom that inspires innovation, discovery and scholarly pursuits of the highest level. “There is a motivation and responsibility that comes with an endowed position: to innovate, do the best work possible and to put Drake University on the map,” says Blachford.

The national attention has opened doors for Blachford, who serves as social media chair for the Association of Educators in Journalism and Mass Communication and recently wrote a chapter on digital strategies for a new edition of the textbook The Magazine from Cover to Cover. Many programs and institutions strive for innovation, visibility and enhanced reputation. At Drake, these ambitions have been accelerated by the addition of the Peggy Fisher and Larry Stelter chair of magazine journalism. These are the attributes

Another way that has happened is with Think magazine, the

that attract top scholars and students to campus. This

spring capstone experience that combines magazine and

enriched Drake community promotes collaboration — and

news-Internet seniors. Think has gained national prominence

results in exceptional opportunities like the ones experienced

the last two years by winning the ACP Pacemaker award as

by students and faculty in the School of Journalism and

top college magazine in the country.

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Collective Strength Philanthropy Week shows students the power of giving back The spirit of Thanksgiving permeated the Drake campus

Students also participated in a day of good deeds that

for a week in November 2011, and there was much more to it

included everything from handing out candy and paying for

than the anticipation of a turkey-fueled break. A week of

strangers’ meals to letting coworkers know that their work

activities during Philanthropy @ Drake Week had students

is appreciated.

actively celebrating the power of giving back.

In addition to giving thanks, the student body came together to give back.

Hosted by the Student Alumni Association, the week was designed to educate students about the impact that

The week’s theme, 11 in 11, referred to the goal that 11 percent

philanthropy has on their experience at Drake. Daily

of Drake students contribute to The Drake Fund in 2011 — a

activities promoted appreciation for the gifts that make

goal that, if reached, would bring a challenge gift of $11,000

the Drake experience possible.

from Joe Aiello, bn’80, president of the National Alumni Board Association of Directors and his wife, Leslie, fa’79.

The week’s tone was set with signs placed in buildings, spaces and rooms that were made possible by Drake donors, telling the story of these people and their gifts to Drake.

Drake students surpassed the goal: Fifteen percent contributed to the fund, with proceeds designated for general scholarships.

Events included a Thank-a-thon, where students wrote

thank-you letters to donors and tweeted messages of thanks.

Twitter feeds: @Shiv_Morjaria is handing out candy and paying for strangers’ meals ■ #DoGood4DU

spreading Drake cheer ■ I just sent a note to one of my coworkers saying what a great job I think she’s done so far this semester! ■ Pay it forward today #dogood4DU ■ Gave away a bag of Starbucks to a random @DrakeUniversity student this morning #DUGoodforDU ■ So very thankful for my @ThePrincipal and @AlphaPhiIntl scholarships this year! #ThankYouFromDU

The event was the second of its kind; the inaugural Philanthropy @ Drake Week was held in February 2011. A third event was held in February 2012. “The goal was to raise awareness that everyone at Drake is touched by philanthropy,” says Blake Campbell, gr’05, director of alumni relations, “and to help students understand that Drake is what it is because of a 130-year history of www.alumn

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i.drake.edu giving back.”

Access to opportunities Scholarships allow friends, alumni to pave the way

“… my dad passed away when I was 11 … the burden of paying for my education was lightened considerably when I received a very special letter saying I had been awarded the Gaudiner scholarship … [it] was a dream come true. “ “I do not even begin to know how to express my gratitude for the spectacular opportunity you have given me.”

Some 98 percent of Drake students receive financial aid — a total of $48 million in 2011. The funds are available thanks in large part to the generosity of the alumni and friends who want to pave the way for future generations of students. Each fall, many scholarship benefactors receive letters of thanks from the recipients of their generosity. These letters from students, a few of which are excerpted on this page, speak for themselves. They serve as testimony not only to the life-changing power of education but also to the opportunities made

“I know that none of the experiences I am privileged to partake in at Drake would be possible without your scholarship gift. I am putting myself through school and have the desire to attend veterinary school after I graduate from Drake … You are making a wonderful difference in my life!” “I am an international student from South Korea and I came to Drake University looking for a better education … My goal is to become a successful actuary and support my younger brother’s tuition.”

possible by giving back.

Lasting Impact Daughter’s scholarship moves father to provide opportunity for others Pay it forward. It’s a familiar phrase used in casual

“Helping my daughters get the best education possible is the

conversation — but how many people have actually done it?

best investment I ever made in my life,” says Phil. “And now,

“Phil” has. We’ll call him Phil because his modesty dictates that he remain anonymous. Last fall, from what seemed like out of the blue, Phil called Drake’s development office; he wanted to repay the tuition scholarship his daughter had received more than 15 years ago.

with both of them having their own families and my financial obligations no longer being a burden for me, I feel like it is the right time for me to pay back Drake and society.” Phil did more than “pay back” Drake. He gave the University twice the amount awarded to his daughter to establish the Minnesota Scholarship Fund for Excellence, an endowed

“The scholarship program was excellent — it really helped

scholarship that will provide financial assistance to Minne-

my financial situation when my oldest daughter was going

sotans attending Drake who demonstrate a financial need.

to Drake,” says Phil. Without the tuition scholarship, his daughter would not have been able to attend Drake, the only school to which she had applied. Phil’s daughter graduated from Drake in the mid-’90s and went on to pursue a graduate degree at Harvard. By that time, Phil was in a better financial situation and able to support both his daughters’ educational pursuits.

“I hope my support for the [scholarship] program at Drake reminds others of the importance of higher education,” says Phil. On the topic of remaining anonymous, Phil says, “I’ve been fortunate to move up in my career and retire without financial worries. I don’t need any more recognition.” spring 2012

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Making Good on Our Promise Since the public launch of distinctlyDrake in 2010, President David Maxwell, key volunteers and hundreds of passionate alumni and friends have gathered in 14 cities to celebrate the success of Drake University. Throughout all of these events, the common thread is our vision to be — and be recognized as — one of the best institutions of higher education in the United States. At these gatherings, I’m always struck by the powerful connection shared by our alumni and friends. It’s clear from their voices that they are energized by the promise of their University, and recognize the important role they play in defining that future. Drake students, faculty and staff are extremely grateful to the loyal alumni and friends who have embraced every dimension of distinctlyDrake. While the entire Drake

community celebrates this remarkable moment in the campaign, we also recognize that there is tremendous work to be done. There is much expected from Drake University in large part because there is much expected from each of you — our alumni, friends, and community partners. distinctlyDrake provides an opportunity for every member of the Drake community to participate and make a difference. I thank you for choosing to support Drake University and the distinctlyDrake campaign, and respectfully ask for your continued engagement and generosity. Your gifts transform our community — and enable future generations to create their own personal and powerful Drake stories.

John Smith, as’92, gr’00, Vice President, Alumni and Development

$200 million

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Drake Notes Changed your career? Published a book? Earned an advanced degree? Let’s stay connected! Tell us about your accomplishments at www.alumni.drake.edu so we can share them with your fellow Bulldogs. Drake Notes is published in each issue of Drake Blue. This issue includes all entries received by January 27, 2012.

achievements 1940 Richard C. Johnson, as’49, Great Falls, MT, celebrated his 83rd birthday on Dec. 25, 2011. Dorothy (Newell) Welch, ed’42, Houston, retired after teaching in special education for 32 years. Patricia (Cowan) Adam, la’44, Schaumburg, IL, celebrated her 90th birthday on Jan. 17, 2012. Janet (Maclennan) Steputis Perry, la’46, Seattle, WA, received the Carrie Chapman Catt Award from the League of Women Voters.

1950 Robert Handke, ed’50, Phoenix, AZ, celebrated the birth of a granddaughter in 2009. Albert P. Knight, bn’50, Rock Island, IL, retired from American General Insurance Company. Nick Manoles, la’51, Edina, MN, travels the world doing medical mission trips with faith-based organizations. He served four months in the pathology department of the Kijabe Mission Hospital in Kenya in 2011. Jack Hall, lw’52, Johnston, IA, earned a bachelor’s degree at age 85. Bruce Cottington, bn’53, Litchfield, MN, was appointed commander of the Minnesota VUMS. David Ertmer, la’53, Grass Valley, CA, celebrated his 56th wedding anniversary with his wife, Arlene Hammond, on February 4, 2012.

Elaine (Graham) Estes, bn’53, Des Moines, was honored by the World Food Prize Foundation, which commissioned a bronze bust of Elaine for the Hall of Laureates. Ronald J Rex, la’54, Odebolt, IA, was promoted to president of the Northwest Iowa League of Cities. Eugene Lamport, dv’55, Dawson, IL, celebrated the birth of a greatgrandson, Robert Reed. Margaret Ann (Sweeney) Owen,

ed’56, West Des Moines, IA, celebrated her retirement from the Des Moines School District. Paul Reed, fa’56, gr’57, Wichita, KS, retired after 50 years of teaching piano at a university. He had the privilege of a solo recital in Chicago’s Orchestra Hall and performed with the Des Moines Symphony. Paul Davis, bn’57, Encinitas, CA, retired from tax and financial planning practice. He was elected treasurer of the San Pebbles Time Share Owners Association, and is a member of the Encinitas Culture and Tourism Committee. Robert Gow, la’58, Alameda, CA, retired after 42 years as a veterans counselor with the State of California. Willard “Bill” Leeman, ed’58, Haverhill, MA, and his wife, Lucille, celebrated 57 years of marriage on December 26, 2011, with their five children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Mary Margaret (Elliott) Mobley,

ed’58, Montezuma, IA, and her husband, Donald, celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 25, 2010, with their three children and three grandchildren. They have retired to Mary’s childhood home.

Mary Ellen (Nelson) Morrison, fa’58,

gr’68, Morgantown, WV, was elected Teacher of the Year in 2011 by the West Virginia Music Teachers Association. Arnold E. Price, ed’58, Gary, IN, celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary with his wife, Joan, on November 26, 2011.

Gerald Davis, ph’61, Los Osos, CA, retired from California Polytechnic State University after 40 years in retail and hospital pharmacy. Sharon Miller Huff, ed’61, gr’72, Johnston, IA, and her husband, Ron,

la’61, gr’65, ’70, ’77, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.

Sara Sutton, la’58, gr’90, do, Des Moines, received the American Osteopathic Association Mentor of the Year award from the Iowa Osteopathic Association.

Edward Chance, fa’62, Gold Hill, OR, is a self-employed artist and creator of more than 40 limited edition giclee on canvas pieces. He is working at Chance Encounters and specializing in wildlife.

Mary Farnham, jo’59, Naples, FL, and her husband, Stanley, recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

la’62, Alexandria, VA, and her husband, J. Robert Franks, la’60,

Paralee Frances Norman, gr’59, Leesville, LA, PhD, retired from her position as professor of English at Northwestern State University. Frank Palicki, ph’59, Rock Island, IL, retired after working in pharmacies for 47 years. He owned his own drugstore for 20 of those years. Robert Tealer, ed’59, Richmond, CA, was appointed executive board member of the San Francisco Prep Hall of Fame.

1960 Roy McFall, ed’60, gr’62, Cheboygan, MI, who initially retired in 1991, went back to work for North Central Michigan College in 2011 to teach human biology. David Terre, bn’60, Little Elm, TX, was elected to the City Council in The Colony, TX. Randall Davenport, fa’61, Homewood, IL, retired after teaching English. He volunteers as a Christian counselor.

Maureen (Middleton) Franks,

celebrated 50 years of marriage on December 23, 2011. They were married at the former University Christian Church in Des Moines. Leonard Good, la’62, Langley, WA, retired after teaching middle school science for more than 40 years. Diana Blake, fa’63, gr’65, Waverly, IA, retired from teaching at Waverly Shell Rock Schools. She is currently directing the University of Northern Iowa New Horizons Band. Nance (Longley) Bockstanz, fa’63, Crossville, TN, retired and moved to New York. Barbara (Coffey) Poehlein, ed’63,

gr’69, Leesburg, FL, and Paul Poehlein, la’63, gr’67, finally settled into their new retirement home. James Isobe, la’64, Birmingham, AL, is the medical director of the Baptist Vein Center at Baptist Health Center–Hoover. Donald Morrison, la’64, Morgantown, WV, is a professor emeritus in dentistry at West Virginia University.

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more 1960 Herbert Alden Thompson, la’64,

gr’66, Port Angeles, WA, received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Albert Lea High School, Albert Lea, MN, in honor of his “distinguished career in education and scientific research in biomedicine.” Duane Brand, gr’65, Sully, IA, retired after 41 years of teaching at LynnvilleSully School. Lee Loventhal, la’65, San Diego, CA, started his own photography business, Lee Loventhal Photography. Elsie Naylor, fa’65, gr’67, Des Moines, retired after 44 years working in the field of church music.

Loretta (Tursi) Sieman, la’66, gr’72, West Des Moines, IA, was awarded the Sertoma Award for Service to Mankind. She also received the Judy Willis Award for Service and Commitment from the American Heart Association. Jerry Thorne, fa’66, Des Moines, and his wife, Bernice, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2011. James A. Cherveny, ph’67, Duluth, MN, was recognized as a Life Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Bette Gae (Dobson) Dart, la’67, South Bend, IN, retired from her position as administrative manager of forensic toxicology at the South Bend Medical Foundation. Robert Davis, gr’67, Mason City, IA, serves on the board of trustees at North Iowa Area Community College. Philip Doty, bn’67, Greenwood Village, CO, was elected to the board of directors of Whiting Petroleum, and is chair of the audit committee. Jacqueline (Malugen) Irwin, ed’67, Rancho Santa Fe, CA, retired from teaching as a special education instructional assistant. Mickey Kesselman, la’67, Glenview, IL, accepted an appointment to the American Cancer Society planned giving committee. Robert Sessions, la’67, Iowa City, IA, retired after 45 years of college teaching, and his capstone book, Becoming Real, was published.

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Virginia (Payne) Thomas, fa’67, Palmetto Bay, FL, was appointed vice president, senior financial advisor for JHS Capital Advisors. Marvin Tooman, ed’67, gr’82, West Des Moines, IA, was elected to the National Board of Directors of the Air Force Association. Marty (Stouffer) Zych, la’67, Indian Head Park, IL, retired after 17 years as a program manager in mental health services at the DuPage County Health Department. Pat (Boal) Dearduff, la’68, gr’85, Clive, IA, is a volunteer musician for hospice.

John Schneller, bn’66, West Des Moines, IA, is the oldest Iowan accepted to run in the April 2012 Boston Marathon.

Richard Sharon, la’67, Hilton Head, SC, retired as the president of CLM Systems in February 2012.

Clifford Haider, dv’68, Pleasant Hill, IA, was installed as part-time pastor at Carlisle Christian Church Disciples of Christ. Carol (Back) Hopton, ed’68, Oakland, CA, accepted a position as the assistant treasurer of Western Dominican Province. Clyde Edward Hupton, fa’68, Yaphank, NY, received a performance grant for Requiem for the Victims of Genocide, scheduled to premiere on June 2, 2012 in New York City with the New York Virtuoso Singers, Orchestra Salome and the SilverCloud Native American Singers. Galen McKee, ph’68, Kahoka, MO, and his wife, Lois, celebrated the birth of a great-grandson. Kathy (Konyar) McNee, fa’68, Wayzata, MN, earned a 2012 Readers Choice Award for best tutoring program. Sherry (Carberry) Millis, la’68, Ormond Beach, FL, was named Volusia County Middle School Counselor of the Year 2011–2012. It is the second time in her career that she received this honor. Rig Riggins, bn’68, Colbert, WA, was appointed chief operating officer for the YMCA. Pamela Stephan, ed’68, Antioch, CA, retired from Broadway Spa, a store she owned for 25 years in Walnut Creek. Stephen L. Swanson, la’69, gr’70, ’81, Lake Ozark, MO, retired after 40 years in education.

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1970 Richard Dean Pritchard, jo’70, Houston, accepted a new position as news anchor on the News 92FM all-news station. Bettie Burres Youngs, fa’70, gr’71, ’74, ’78, Del Mar, CA, sold the motion picture production rights for her book On Toby’s Term. The film is scheduled for release December 2012. Susan (Porter) Bauer, ed’71, Burlington, IA, retired from the Burlington Community School District after 35 years of teaching. Don G. Borkowski, bn’71, Sheridan, OR, retired on disability. Steve Dulla, ph’71, Wickenburg, AZ, is the medical director of adult services at Rosewood Center for Eating Disorders. Stephen L. Henry, fa’71, West Des Moines, IA, is the executive director of strategic relations at Fiserv Global Banking Solutions. William Johnson, la’71, Iowa City, IA, was promoted to president of the American Association of Endodontists. Karen Lilley, fa’71, St. Paul, MN, retired in September 2011, after a 39-year career in communications with University of Minnesota Extension, most recently as website manager. Robert Stein, bn’71, New York, was appointed to the board of directors of Assurant as a member of the audit committee. Dennis Taylor, bn’71, lw’74, Topeka, KS, was appointed to the governor’s cabinet as secretary of administration in January 2011. Joan (MacGillivray) Thompson, gr’71, Phoenix, had three of her copperplate and Plexiglas etchings accepted into the Bibliotheca Alexandrina International Biennale for miniature graphics in 2011. This exhibit and permanent collection, by invitation only, resides in the world’s oldest library, the Alexandrian Library in Egypt. C. Thomas Holmes Sr., jo’72, Auburn, WA, is working on his first novel. Robert Lind, bn’72, Corvallis, OR, retired from the U.S. Forest Service. Andrew Magistrale, la’72, Vancouver, WA, accepted a position as sales manager for AMA Waterways in November 2011.

Douglas John Moore, bn’72, Sycamore, IL, joined MassMutual Financial Group as an agent. John Rodwell, bn’72, Canyon Lake, CA, retired from American Airlines after flying as a captain for 20 years. Barbara (Cherner) Thompson, ed’72, Hawk Point, MO, is a licensed real estate agent. Cynthia (Schaefer) Brown, jo’73, Burlington, IA, retired after a 32-year teaching career. Stephen Donly, la’73, Del Mar, CA, retired as the president and COO of TruGreen Inc. Kraig Emick, fa’73, Jesup, IA, retired after 39 years of teaching and 35 years of officiating football. Roderick Luther, la’73, Lincoln, RI, is a jazz piano instructor at Providence College, and serves as the accompanist for the gospel choir. He is also the pianist/organist for the Olney Street Baptist Church. Jerry Niemeyer, la’73, Acworth, GA, completed his 2011 term in office as the president of the Atlanta Lawn Association, the largest local tennis organization in the United States, with more than 75,000 members. Major General David Senty, la’73, Sheboygan, WI, retired as first chief of staff for United States Cyber Command and the United States Air Force after more than 38 years of service. He plans to return to his civilian profession as a senior technical operations officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. Eleanora Tate, jo’73, Knightdale, NC, was named Circle of Elders award recipient at the 2011 National Association of Black Storytellers Conference and Festival in Atlanta. Ralph Rosenberg, lw’74, Ames, IA, was honored as the 2011 recipient of the Annual Friends of Iowa Civil Rights Award. Karren Bergland, jo’75, Saratoga Springs, NY, retired from Kraft Foods but continues to work part time for Timex Group USA. Donald Brown, gr’75, Grand Junction, CO, is enjoying retirement in Colorado. Barton Byg, LA’75, Northampton, MA, received the 2011 Reinhold Schunzel Award at the opening of CineFest Hamburg.

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At Home with Porterhouse for kevin bell, lw’11, life with drake’s live mascot is all about love — for drake and for fostering rescued bulldogs Porterhouse the bulldog lives an exceptional life. After he was crowned Drake’s Beautiful Bulldog in 2009, the laid-back, friendly purebred quickly became a beloved icon. Whether chasing the ball down the court at the start of a Bulldog basketball game or taking a stroll on campus, Porterhouse attracted lots of attention. So much so that when his reign as Beautiful Bulldog ended, he was asked to stay on as Drake’s first live mascot. “Our schedules are much busier with all of the Drake events Porterhouse attends, and it is definitely a new experience to have our dog recognized all over town,” says owner Kevin Bell, lw’11. “You wouldn’t believe how many people know our dog. It’s pretty crazy.” Kevin and his wife, Erin, moved to Des Moines from Minnesota when he started law school at Drake. They entered Porterhouse in Drake’s Beautiful Bulldog Contest soon after. Porterhouse won on his fourth try, and life has never been the same. Among the many connections that Porterhouse’s fame has brought, the one that changed the Bells’ lives most profoundly was with the Illinois English Bulldog Rescue. “I received an email saying that they desperately needed someone to pick up a blind bulldog in an Ottumwa shelter,” says Erin, a public health nurse. “She was terrified and not

handling the stress of the shelter well at all. I talked Kevin into fostering her. It was tough because he was right in the middle of his last year of law school, but he agreed.” Soon Kevin found himself becoming as passionate about bulldog rescue as his wife. “It happened pretty quickly,” Kevin recalls. “Once I saw the impact we could have on a dog’s life by simply taking them in, feeding them, loving them and nursing them back to health for a short time, I was all in.” After that first dog, the couple has had at least one or two foster dogs at a time. In addition to their bulldogs Porterhouse and Magoo, the Bells came to adopt Candie, a former puppy mill mother rescued by the organization. The three Bell bulldogs now help the newcomers — many of whom have led bleak existences in puppy mills, been abandoned or even served as dogfighting bait — learn to snuggle, play and trust. Kevin works in Sioux City as assistant Woodbury County prosecutor but makes it home on weekends to spend time with Erin, Porterhouse and the rest of their four-footed menagerie. “All in all, life at home hasn’t changed a bit since Porterhouse was crowned,” says Kevin. “The couch is still his throne, and he continues to be as spoiled and loved as always.” — Jill Brimeyer

visit www.drake.edu/magazine to view a video of the photo shoot and get a glimpse inside Porterhouse’s world. read Porterhouse’s blog: http://porterhousepetproject.wordpress.com engage with the Illinois English Bulldog Rescue: www.ilenglishbulldogrescue.org spring 2012

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more 1970 Thomas Doyle, ph’75, Toledo, IA, semi-retired from Doyle’s Family Pharmacy and Pamida Pharmacy after 32 years of service.

Jon Michael Boyden, fa’77, Los Angeles, enrolled in the master’s in urban planning program at the University of Southern California.

Daniel Goicoechea, gr’75, Ventura, CA, completed more than 16 years of service as a tenured professor and counselor at Oxford Community College.

Claudia Cackler, as ’77, Minneapolis, MN, is the director of development for the American Craft Council.

Walter Pookrum, lw’75, Detroit, IL, received a Warrior of Justice Award from the Legal Aid and Defender Association. Joseph Rubenstein, lw’75, Plymouth, MN, is the human services judge for the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Benjamin Shnurman, la’75, Moline, IL, won The Father of the Year Award given by the Scott & Robbin Foundation, was selected for a Patients Choice Award in 2011, and won a most-improved senior golfer award. Michael Siddall, lw’75, Appleton, WI, was named a “super lawyer” for the fourth straight year. Thomas Spencer Jr., la’75, gr’77, Sherman Oaks, CA, obtained Lean Six Sigma black belt certification. Joseph Brisben, gr’76, Iowa City, IA, retired after 28 years as a country stockbroker, serving the investment needs of widows, orphans and college professors. Jan (Schwab) Huling, as ’76, Hoboken, NJ, participated in solo shows at Duane Reed Gallery in St. Louis and the Hunterdon Museum in Clinton, NJ. Sheila (Hughes) Marie, ph’76, Bremerton, WA, has accepted an appointment as a local pastor with the United Methodist Church after several years traveling and working with Habitat for Humanity. Richard Whitaker, jo’76, Fairfax, VA, celebrated 35 years in refugee and international development work. He currently serves as a senior program analyst for the U.S. Agency for International Development. Jerry Yost, jo’76, Minneapolis, MN, completed more than 30 years of legal services work, and is serving on four boards of directors while staying involved with his firm and its clientele.

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Leigh (Eberle) Corrigan, fa’77, Wilmington, DE, founded Waggies by Maggies and Friends, a nonprofit organization providing employment to people with intellectual disabilities. Thomas C. Corron, bn’77, gr’04, Fort Wayne, IN, founded Corron Farm Preservation Society in 2011, and serves as its president. Craig Freyer, la’77, Colleyville, TX, was elected president of the Tarrant County Family Practice Association. Tari Marshall, jo’77, LaGrange Park, IL, launched her own marketing communications company, So Write Communications Inc., which specializes in small libraries and nonprofits. Alice Ajax (Bode) McBride,

la’77, Tucson, AZ, was named Outstanding Faculty 2011 by the University of Phoenix. Debbie (Ganzel) Bianucci, jo’78, GR’84, Wheaton, IL, received the 2011 Making the Difference Award from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling.

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Criss Vandehaar, bn’78, gr’08, Altoona, IA, serves as president and CEO of First State Bank in Colfax, IA.

David Strege, bn’81, Winterset, IA, owns Values Based Holding Corporation, which received the 2011 Des Moines Community Champions Award for companies with fewer than 50 employees, and was featured in the January 2012 issue of Financial Planning magazine.

Lisa Anne Nakashima, la’79, Des Moines, received the title of assistant vice president and was promoted to technology manager at Wells Fargo.

Daniel Cappello, jo’82, Lawrence, PA, is a certified nutritional consultant and a certified natural health professional. He started a clinical nutrition practice in 2011.

Nancy (Maury) Oakes, ed’79, Glen Ellyn, IL, was promoted to a compensation and benefits analyst position at PSAV Presentation Services.

Daniel Christensen, ed’82, Leon, IA, taught American history and physical education for 25 years at Central Decatur High School.

Dean Regan, as ‘80, Van Nuys, CA, performed at Feinstein’s in New York City.

Scott Lloyd Anderson, fa’80, Minneapolis, won first place in the Plein Air Magazine National Salon Competition for landscape painting, Grand Marais Art Colony Plein Air event. He was awarded Best in Show at Salon International 2010, and his work was featured nationally in the March 2011 issue of American Art Collector. John Joseph Forbes, ph’80, Des Moines, was honored as Civic Leader of the Year at the second annual Next-Generation Pharmacist Awards ceremony in 2011. Mike Marturello, jo’80, Fremont, IN, was elected president of the Indiana Associated Press Managing Editors.

Yvonne (Saelens) Cooper,

Sylvia (Garcia) Novakoff,

la’78, Glendale, CA, received

jo’80, Fullerton, CA, works as a

recognition from Congress for the establishment and implementation of a settlement program.

communications messaging specialist at the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.

Kenneth Grady, la’78, Ada, MI, is the general counsel and secretary of Wolverine World Wide, which was recognized as a “stand out legal department for its innovation in the rules of engagement with outside counsel” by Financial Times in its U.S. Innovative Lawyers 2011 report. He was selected to serve as a director of the Association of Corporate Counsel at its October 2011 annual meeting.

Rich Phillips, lw’80, Muscatine, IA, was promoted to president and CEO of Pearl Mutual Funds.

Steven Lindgren, fa’78, gr’85, Gainesville, FL, celebrated 25 years as an adviser of scholastic publications, including newspaper, yearbook and literature magazines. He became a national board-certified teacher in 2005.

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Jann Freed, gr’81, Des Moines, retired after 30 years of teaching as a professor of business management at Central College, and has started a leadership development business. Rita (Harmening) Pedersen, la’81, lw’84, gr’84, Jefferson, IA, and son, Keith Pedersen, LW ’11, joined law

Gregory L. Dockum, bn’82, gr’83, Urbandale, IA, was elected to the Johnston School Board. Jill J. Johnson, bn’82, gr’83, Minneapolis, received a Top Women in Finance award. Rory Lent, la’82, Palatine, IL, accepted a position as president of Continental Packaging Inc. Charles Tiernan III, lw’82, Branford, CT, was inducted into the Branford, Connecticut Sports Hall of Fame on November 18, 2011. Leslie (Reinert) Duggan, ed’83, Overland Park, KS, was promoted to director of learning development and quality strategy with United Health Care. Gary W. Goddard, gr’83, Galesburg, IL, retired from city management after 23 years. Myron Gookin, lw’83, Fairfield, IA, was appointed district judge for the Iowa Judicial District 8a. Phil Macken, lw’83, gr’84, Truckee, CA, celebrated 11 successful years as owner of the RPM Consulting Group. Charlotte (Bowers) Nelson, gr’83, Des Moines, was inducted into the Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame.

practice Mumma, Pederson & Handley.

Kristin (Abler) Schaefer, bn’83, Cedar Rapids, IA, was selected to serve as chair of the taxation section of the Society of Actuaries for 2012.

Linda (Wechsler) Settler, la’81, Fox Point, WI, is a personal banker at North Shore Bank.

Gregg Silberg, ph’83, Wausau, WI, is the founding dean of the Wisconsin College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Jon Wesley Starek, gr’81, Lees Summit, MO, retired after 38 years of teaching, 36 of which were spent in Des Moines.

Debra (Willie) Townsend,

fa’83, and her husband, Douglas Townsend, fa’79, celebrated the birth of a granddaughter, Aubrey Lynn Townsend.

Leanne Buell, jo’84, gr’86, West Des Moines, IA, won third place in the women’s masters division at a half ironman triathlon.

John Corrigan, as’88, Iowa City, IA, accepted a position as assistant vice president of new business ventures with ACT.

Catherine (McCrimmon) Evans,

Daniel Hobson, gr’88, Des Moines, owns Cruise Holidays, and Cookies by Design, a custom cookie bouquet company.

la’84, Urbandale, IA, advised three senior Drake capstone projects, and students presenting at various conferences. Wayne Haling, gr’84,’88, Spencer, IA, retired from Spencer Community Schools after teaching math and science for 35 years. Karen Tjossem Anderson, gr’85, West Des Moines, IA, started a new job at Mercy College of Health Sciences. Celeste Barr, bn’85, Arlington Heights, IL, was named a 2011 Chicago Five Star Real Estate Agent, an award given to agents who provide exceptional service and overall satisfaction. Karri (Nussle) Brady, fa’85, Washington, DC, accepted a position as director of individual giving at the Shakespeare Theatre Company. Pamela (Schneider) Colson, bn’85, Cary, IL, received her elementary teaching certificate through the National Louis University Master of Arts in Teaching program. Cynthia Reddrick, jo’85, Brooklyn, NY, is pursuing a master’s degree focusing on women and gender in philanthropy from New York University. Stefan Rosuck, jo’85, Gurnee, IL, founded his own investment management firm, Intelligent Investment Strategies LLC, in Deerfield, IL, after a 15-year career on Wall Street. Jeffrey Schultz, la’85, Glastonbury, CT, accepted a position as senior principal technical specialist in the Glastonbury office of Parsons Brinckerhoff.

Matthew Maher, as’88, Denver, will soon be releasing his fourth full-length Mourning Sickness CD on Enjoy Your Symptom Records. Rob C. Marshall, jo’88, West Des Moines, IA, was recognized by the National Kidney Foundation for his involvement and dedication in helping to raise $1 million while chairing the NKF Cadillac Golf Classic for more than 15 years. Kathleen Mary O’Connor-Moran,

as’88, Tuba City, AZ, is the dental director for a hospital-based Indian health services dental program. Karen (Widergren) Watase,

jo’88, Honolulu, is the advertising account manager for Pacific Basin Communication. Kathy Beauchamp, jo’89, Des Moines, accepted a position with LifeWorks Inc. William Bird, fa’89, gr’92, Des Moines, was awarded the 2011 Mildred Middleton Award for Outstanding Mentoring Leadership for the State of Iowa at the State Mentoring and Induction Institute. Denise Chuick, as’89, The Woodlands, TX, opened a new business. John Dalton, fa’89, Studio City, CA, accepted a teaching assistant position at UCLA Extension in Acting for the Camera. He completed shooting a 20th episode of Cereality: Super Mom vs. The Breakfast Breakdown, a Disney Web series, where he plays Super Dad.

Virginia (Campione) Morgano, jo’86, Naperville, IL, accepted a position as a preschool and specialty class teacher with the Naperville Park District.

Dana Gannon, lw’89, Houston, accepted a position with Smith & Carr PC.

Lori Ann Rooks-Love, jo’86, Flower Mound, TX, and Nathan Love co-own two restaurants in Texas and Louisiana.

jo’89, Los Alamos, NM, was

Heather Carol Reed McClenahan, promoted from assistant director to executive director of the Los Alamos Historical Society.

Thomas Bower, lw’87, Cedar Falls, IA, was appointed to the Iowa Court of Appeals.

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Mary-Helen (Velde) Black, as’88, Boston, was promoted to senior associate director of community programming for Harvard University.

Diana Findley, jo’90, Mitchellville, IA, founded the Iowa CareGivers Association in 1992, and the company is celebrating 20 years of success.

Michael Frey, lw’90, Sergeant Bluff, IA, was elected to the Iowa Trial Academy in 2011. J. Kathleen (Ulku) Laurila, gr’90, Minneapolis, developed a strategic internal and external communication plan for an 80-nation federation in her role as vice president of the International Federation of University Women. Robert Sobkoviak, jo’90, Joliet, IL, participated in several marathons, including the Chicago Marathon, where he was a member of Team in Training, which benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. David VanDyke, lw’90, Royal Oak, MI, accepted a position with Howard and Howard Attorneys PLLC. Michael Elston, as’91, Woodbridge, VA, was promoted to chief counsel, and elected senior warden of his church. Tiffany (Turner) Embry, as’91, Tampa, FL, was awarded Manager of the Year for 2011 at Tech Data, and was promoted to director of product marketing software. Jill (Lingwall) Farmer, jo’91, Creve Coeur, MO, opened Jill Farmer Coaching and launched jillfarmercoaching.com. She specializes in coaching high achievers and is working on a book for parents who don’t have enough time to get it all done. Sean Gannon, fa’91, Los Angeles, is working on a new horror movie to be released in 2012, Serenity Farm. Michelle “Smiley” (Minnmann) Hamilton, jo’91, Ankeny, IA, accepted a position as activity director for Spurgeon Manor Retirement Community. Paul LeFort, jo’91, Los Angeles, was promoted to director of sales development at Nielsen Local Media Client Services Division. Linda C. (Raimondo) Meyers-Bock,

ph’91, gr’91, Columbus, NE, was elected and installed as 2012 president of the Nebraska Pharmacists Association. Michelle Rubin, ed’91, Chicago, opened a jewelry store called Love and Pieces, which carries her own designs as well as other jewelry designers.

Paige (Schlitt) Whitlock, as’91, Falls Church, VA, was named assistant principal at McLean Fairfax County Public School. Paula (Steinle) Goodblatt, jo’92, Arden, NC, accepted a position as purchasing assistant at Gaia Herbs. Traci Lynn Jones, fa’92, Longmont, CO, was recognized by Inc. magazine for having one of the world’s coolest offices, Company Studio No. 6, a design and branding company. Melissa (Peterson) Lunney, ed’92, Olathe, KS, was selected by Kansas State University to showcase her work as a master teacher of CLD students in the social studies classroom. She is also featured in videos for students going into ELL education. Rinky S. Parwani, bn’92, gr’93, Riverview, FL, was selected as legal counsel to the value adjustment board for Hillsborough County and Sumter County Florida. Cathy Adams, ed’93, bn’94, Elmhurst, IL, and her husband, Todd, host a weekly podcast called “Zen Parenting Radio.” Daniel Wolter, as’93, Eagan, MN, accepted a position as state government relations director for Pfizer, representing the pharmaceutical company in state government matters in Michigan and Ohio. Jeremy Balik, jo’94, Chicago, who served a tour with the U.S. Navy as a part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, published a patent for an applicationdriven toy. He is a member of Lawrence Hall Youth Services Junior Board and volunteers in a leadership position with Willow Creek Guest Ministry. Troy Groetken, ph’94, lw’97, Geneva, IL, was included in the 2012 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Jody (Krezminski) Lakota, bn’94, Plainfield, IL, was promoted to marketing director and national marketing lead for Financial Services Asset Management Group. Malinda Petersen, fa’94, Grand Rapids, MI, received a 40 Under Forty award from the Grand Rapids Business Journal, and was selected to participate in the Count Me ln!/Blast! business accelerator mentoring program for 2012.

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more 1990 J.J. Thakkar, as’94, Houston, joined Statoil as head of organizational capabilities for the Americas, with responsibilities for mergers and acquisitions. Jenn (McCloskey) Wilken, ed’94, Palatine, IL, was promoted to manager of customer experience and servicing strategy for Discover Personal Loans Portfolio Marketing. Amy (Gieseke) Woodman, as’94, Argyle, TX, received a promotion to assistant vice president in the home loans technology division at Bank of America. Lisa (Smith) Zell, lw’94, Inver Grove Heights, IL, is executive vice president and general counsel at CHS Inc. Scott Brown, jo’95, Portola Valley, CA, joined Google as senior product marketing manager for display advertising. Michael T. Del Galdo, as’95, Berwyn, IL, was named a “Rising Star” by Illinois Super Lawyers for the third year in a row. John Elkin, ed’95, gr’01, Webster City, IA, accepted a position as principal of Webster City High School after serving as assistant principal for seven years. He led the minor league Midwest Rampage football team to a Midwest Football Alliance second place season and was named first team All-MFA. Jeffrey Heil, gr’95, Haverhill, IA, was appointed to the Iowa Finance Authority Board of the State of Iowa. Walter McLaughlin, jo’95, Rogers, AR, was promoted to software quality assurance manager for logistics at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Krista Bartholomew, jo’96, Orlando, FL, opened KMB Law Firm PA, in Winter Park, FL. She received an Outstanding Service Award from the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association. Joshua Ervasti, bn’96, Des Moines, qualified for the 2011 executive council at New York Life. Daryn McBeth, lw’96, Plymouth, MN, is in his ninth year as president of the Minnesota Agri-Growth Council. Brian Palmer, as’96, Rochester, NM, moved from McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School to Mayo Clinic, where he is now a member of the consulting staff and assistant professor of psychiatry.

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lw’96, Grand Junction, CO, was awarded the Judicial Excellence Award by the Colorado Judicial Institute. James Vasselli, as’96, Lake Forest, IL, was named a “Rising Star” by Illinois Super Lawyers. Emily (Reis) Abbas, jo’97, GR’09, Des Moines, was voted Outstanding Public Relations Professional of the Year by the Central Iowa Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, and she was promoted to director of marketing integration at Aviva USA. Jeremy Barewin, jo’97, Chicago, is director of marketing and community engagement for the Greater Illinois Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Edith “Edie” Eckles, gr’97, Windsor, CO, is assistant superintendent for secondary schools with the Poudre School District. Nikisha Jodhan, as’97, Chicago, accepted a position as clinical assistant professor with the Chicago College of Dentistry Department of Periodontics. Robin Kniech, as’97, Denver, was elected to serve as an at-large member of the Denver City Council. Jessica (Barbian) Scherer, as’97, Aurora, IL, owns ProActive Spine Center in Naperville, IL. Darren Sharp, lw’97, Olathe, KS, won the W. Oliver Rasch Award for top article from the Missouri Bar Foundation. Michelle (Cameron) Spellerberg,

jo’97, Naperville, IL, accepted a position as chief marketing officer for Sikich LLP, an accounting and consulting firm. Jody (Crossman) Gifford, jo’98, West Des Moines, IA, was promoted to local editor for Waukee Patch in Waukee, Iowa. Lisa Kelly, as’98, New York, accepted a position as director of strategic sales at EarthCam Inc. Michelle Valente Lee, lw’98, Gwinnett, GA, accepted a position as managing attorney in the Gwinnett office of Morris, Manning, and Martin. Timothy James Rueter, as’98, Geneva, IL, was named a Chicago Magazine Top Five Star Wealth Manager for the second time, after

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Zack Baayen, as’01, Temecula, CA, is an engineering project manager for Verizon Wireless in Irvine, CA.

Emily Thompson, fa’98, Oswego, NY, is a learning technologies librarian at the State University of New York–Oswego.

Kevin Biggins, jo’01, Los Angeles, was named one of eight Comics to Watch in 2012, by Comedy Central.

Michael Andrle, jo’99, Oakdale, MN, is the marketing manager for Just For Kix. Douglas Bend, as’99, San Francisco, founded the law office of Doug Bend, a firm focused on launching start-ups and advising small businesses. Bruce Bernard, gr’99, Urbandale, IA, received the inaugural Better Together Award presented by the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation. Melissa Boutin Grassmick, as’99, Denver, accepted a position with the law offices of Sandamire & Schwartz LLC. Melanie Hagge, jo’99, Robbinsdale, MN, is co-coordinator of the Professional Editors Network, and was hired as senior Web copy editor at BestBuy.com. Kelly Nass, jo’99, Toluca Lake, CA, accepted a position as production coordinator for Hart of Dixie shown on the CW Network. Rachel Helen (Brink) Woodford,

jo’99, Bloomington, MN, accepted a position as account executive at The Harrington Company.

2000 Matthew Cummings, bn’00, West Des Moines, IA, completed Six Sigma green belt certification. Jeremy Forman, jo’00, Chicago, launched a new business venture, Globetrotter Gourmet. Donald Stanley Jr., lw’00, Urbandale, IA, is director of the revenue division in the Iowa Office of the Attorney General, and was elected to the board of governors for District 5C of the Iowa State Bar Association. Kristin Wells, jo’00, Peoria, IL, accepted a position as personnel coordinator for Maxim Healthcare Services. Kristy Anderson, as’01, Arlington, VA, accepted a position as government relations manager for prevention at the American Heart Association.

Joshua Blunck, as’01, Marion, IL, completed a neuroradiology fellowship at the University of Minnesota, and is radiology medical director at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Brad A. Hurst Jr., as’01, gr’06, Grimes, IA, participated in a research experience at the Center for Biorenewable Chemicals at Iowa State University, and completed a research project with Dr. Michael Kessler, investigating biologically derived block copolymers. Malee Ketelsen, lw’01, Minnetonka, MN, joined the Steven C. Thal law firm, a boutique law firm in Minneapolis specializing in U.S. immigration law. Lisa Marie (Hunt) Soard, jo’01, Chicago, was promoted to account supervisor at Kathy Schaeffer and Associates Inc. Sandy (Zeiler) Prenosil, ph’02,

gr’02, Sarasota, FL, was promoted to intravenous therapy room supervisor clinical pharmacist at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Megan (Wischmeier) Shaner,

as’02, Norman, OK, was hired as an associate professor of law at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Anne Brennan, bn’03, Omaha, NE, is a tissue recovery coordinator for Nebraska Organ Recovery Systems. Russell M. Carlson, as’03, Galesburg, IL, was named chief of podiatric surgery at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth, IL. Denise Ettel, bn’03, Minnetonka, MN, has accepted a position as a buyer for Target. Jorge Guzman, jo’03, Minnetonka, MN, is the executive chef of Solera Cocina de Espana Restaurant in Minneapolis. Kourtney Horner, fa’03, Antioch, TN, was featured in several 1-800-PetMeds commercials nationwide. She was named correspondent on CMT Insider, and hosts the local Nashville Predators television show that airs monthly on Fox Sports Tennessee.

Stephanie (Schmitz) Janke, jo’03, Racine, WI, is on track to receive her master of education in athletic administration degree from Northcentral University in May 2013.

Katherine Turpen, lw’03, Las Vegas, was promoted to partner at John H. Cotton & Associates, and named a Mountain States Super Lawyer “Rising Star” in 2009 and 2010.

Michael Leeds, bn’03, Huxley, IA, won first place for single target print publication in the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association national awards and recognition program.

Amy Botkin, gr’04, Des Moines, received her certificate in life care planning.

Allison Mackin, as’03, Fort Collins, CO, was promoted to managing editor of Interweave Knits, Knitscene, and Interweave Crochet magazines at Interweave Press. Jessi Marshall, bn’03, Scottsdale, AZ, accepted a position with the Professional Beauty Association as the director of education and industry programs. John E. Quinn IV, as’03, Lincoln, NE, accepted a position as assistant professor of biology and sustainability science at Furman University in Greenville, SC. Greg Swan, jo’03, Bloomington, MN, was recognized by PRWeek as one of its 40 under 40 recipients.

Jason Crafton, as’04, Blacksburg, VA, was appointed visiting assistant professor of trumpet at Virginia Tech. Nichelle Dawkins, bn’04, gr’08, Plano, TX, is a homeowners insurance product manager at Hallmark Insurance Company. Erin (Larsen) Edlund, jo’04, Farmington, MN, was named National Council for Marketing and Public Relations District V communicator of the year, and was promoted to director of institutional advancement at Dakota County Technical College in Rosemont, MN. LeAndra Otten Foster, bn’04, Livermore, CO, is on track to graduate from Colorado State University with a master of science in business administration degree.

Eric Matthew Gorman, ph’04, San Francisco, has accepted a new position as a research scientist at Gilead Sciences. Elizabeth Saunders, jo’04, Ann Arbor, MI, is a regular contributor to Forbes. com and Chemistry.com and has been featured in TIME.com, mashable.com, and designsponge.com. Michelle Terry, ed’04, Minneapolis, was named the 2011 Minnesota Middle Educator of the Year by the Minnesota Middle School Association. Virginia Wilber, jo’04, Kew Gardens, NY, was admitted to the New York and Iowa bars in 2011. She received the 2011 Pro Bono Service Award from the New York State Courts Access to Justice Program for her work with the Volunteer Lawyer for a Day Program in the New York City Housing Court. Karen Pretzel Wujek, jo’04, San Diego, started a new job as a director of business development for J&M Keystone Inc. Michael Devitt, lw’05, Beaver Dam, WI, is a shareholder with Quincey Becker Schuessler Chase & Devitt SC.

Nikki (Coffman) Syverson, jo’03, Urbandale, IA, was named event director of Winefest Des Moines.

Amy Gebben, as’04, Wyoming, MN, celebrated the one-year anniversary of opening her private practice as a mental health practitioner.

Marisa Eggert, bn’05, GR’06, Lodi, WI, has accepted a position as senior internal auditor at Exide Technologies in Gelnhausen, Germany.

Stephen Turner, bn’03, O’Fallon, MO, is working for Express-Scripts as director of client pricing analytics.

Jennifer (Edwards) Gerrietts, as’04, Pleasant Hill, IA, is a physician at Mercy South Family Practice Clinic.

Alex Gates, as’05, Coloma, MI, was elected to the Coloma City Commission.

Career Tips Q: A:

What information should I include in my cover letter?

An effective cover letter should persuade a hiring manager to review your resume and other application materials. Although each cover letter should target the position for which you are applying, there are a few general tips to keep in mind: • Study the job description carefully and target your letter to the duties described. Highlight skills and experiences that are relevant to the job — not necessarily those that are most important to you. Use examples to show your expertise, but be brief: If you pique the hiring manager’s curiosity, he or she will want to hear more in an interview.

Shelley (Bechler) Hurst, ed’05, Grimes, IA, accepted a new position as student records systems coordinator for Drake University, and was accepted into the Drake University master of public administration program for spring 2012. Kristen Vandenberg, jo’05, San Francisco, accepted a position as advertising account manager at Goodby Silverstein. Stefanie Rosenberg Wager, ed’05,

gr’10, Grimes, IA, was named a 2011 Emerging Leader in Education by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Joseph Brady, bn’06, Prescott, WI, started an accounting and tax prep business, Brady Accounting. Zachary Eubank, lw’06,

gr’08, Des Moines, completed the certification process with the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts to earn the accredited valuation analyst designation. Kristin (Hoelscher) Lauver, jo’06, Poulsbo, WA, accepted a position as a public relations and events specialist with the Kitsap Humane Society. Matthew Levine, as’06, St. Paul, MN, accepted a new job as the fraternity and sorority life program director at the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities.

• Research the culture and character of the company to which you’re applying. Visit the company’s website, survey news articles about the company, read official publications and talk to employees you know to learn what the company values. Address those values in your letter so a hiring manager trusts you will fit into the corporate culture. • Address your letter to the person in charge of hiring. When in doubt of the gender of the hiring manager, avoid a suffix — an incorrect “Mr.” or “Ms.” can land your application in the recycle bin. “Dear hiring manager” or “Dear search committee” is an acceptable salutations, but never begin a cover letter with “To whom it may concern.” — Kelly Pitts is a services coordinator for Drake’s Professional and Career Development Services.

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Tied to a Tri through endurance events, a trio of drake alumni have cemented their bonds of brotherhood

Tyler Schwiesow, as’99

Doug Schaefer, as’99

When Doug Schaefer, as’99, and Rob Fornoff, as’97, first met in 1995, theirs was an informal acquaintance, forged by the bonds of a shared university and a fraternity. Although Fornoff was two years older, he and Schaefer kept in touch after graduation, staying casual friends for a dozen years. And then came the Hy-Vee Triathlon. Unless you’ve been living in forested backwoods with no television or Internet access, you’ve probably noticed that endurance competitions such as triathlons have exploded in popularity; there are currently more than 3,500 sanctioned events nationwide. So Rob and Doug were intrigued when they received an email from another Drake alumnus and avid triathlete, Nolan Mitchell, as’95, gauging their interest in the Hy-Vee Tri. Fornoff, Schaefer and another friend, Tyler Schwiesow, as’99, all thought it “sounded really cool,” says Schaefer, who lives in the Omaha area and is a middle school principal. “We all did sports in high school and participated in intramurals. When you finish college, the opportunities aren’t there anymore to get back in shape.” Before and after that first race in 2007, Fornoff, Schwiesow, and Schaefer shared tips, logging workouts at www.beginnertriathlete. com and posting comments to shore each other up. That year was a learning experience. 42

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“I didn’t know how to run, bike and swim well for endurance,” says Fornoff. “Going up and down in a pool a few times is different than doing it for 1,500 meters.” Since then Fornoff, a pediatrician, and Schaefer have lost count of the tris they’ve done, but it numbers at least 30. Fornoff has competed in the Hy-Vee Tri four of the last five years; Schaefer has competed in them all. They’ve participated together, as a trio with Schwiesow, who is a doctor of internal medicine, and individually. But beyond the sweat and the aching muscles, the recharge time and the camaraderie of race days, there’s something more for these three. They are all married and have at least two kids and busy careers. They started five years ago with a distant, tenuous connection and have built that into something more than simply exercising postcollege. “It’s turned into a way to stay connected,” says Fornoff. “We did this to get in shape, and that’s a good goal. But even more than that, it’s about us getting together and staying in touch, and we are better friends for it.” — Kelly Roberson, jo’92

more 2000 Christopher Lueth, bn’06, Iowa City, IA, became a certified public accountant and accepted a position as tax supervisor for Honkamp Krueger & Co.

Pamela Pearson, gr’07, Atlanta, was awarded a Fulbright U.S. Student Program scholarship to conduct her doctoral dissertation research in linguistics in Rwanda.

Marisa (Roby) Nelson, bn’06, Minneapolis, was promoted to online marketing manager at US Bank.

Andrew Roger, jo’07, Omaha, NE, joined Delinea Design to work with national and regional television and Web clients after four years of freelance work in Iowa and Nebraska.

Danielle Sturgis, as’06, jo’06, Fairfax, VA, accepted a new position as a counselor with Dezenhall Resources, a crisis communications firm, in Washington, DC.

Bali Singh, bn’07, Hartford, CT, moved to a new role at ING as IT Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Timothy Tesar, jo’06, Des Moines, accepted an international recruiter position in the admissions office at Iowa State University.

Scott J. VanDeWoestyne, gr’07, Davenport, IA, accepted a job with the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce as the director of government affairs.

Joseph Patrick Vogel, as’06, gr’08, LW’11, Des Moines, opened his own practice, The Law Office of Tuerner and Vogel PLLC. He celebrated his ninth wedding anniversary with his wife, Julie, in June 2011.

Jeannine (Favier) Vaske, ph’07, O’Fallon, MO, received the 2011 CVS/Caremark Paragon Award.

Nathan Daniel Wallace, as’06, Washington, DC, is engaged to Jane Kato. Sharon Wegner, as’06, Des Moines, completed two years with the Peace Corps in South Africa. Brooke Bates, jo’07, Lakewood, OH, accepted a new position as digital marketing specialist for Firefighters Community Credit Union. Aaron Eggers, gr’07, Seattle, was promoted to director of communications and community programs at the Washington Technology Industry Association. Amy Beth (VanMeter) Francis, ph’07, Urbandale, IA, passed the BCPS exam in October 2011 to earn board certified pharmacotherapy specialist certification. Christine Hendron, as’07, Kenosha, WI, is completing studies for her master’s degree in art therapy at Mt. Mary College in Milwaukee, and plans to graduate in May 2012. Jeremiah Holtan, jo’07, Denver, accepted a position as the director of curriculum and instruction at Denver School of Science and Technology. Julia Moriarty, as’07, Leawood, KS, is working on her doctorate in theatre at Wayne State University.

Jack Wier, as’07, Plymouth, MN, recently published a book of plays and began a doctoral program in special education. Chrystal (Pohlhammer) Bower,

ph’08, Urbandale, IA, was promoted to pharmacy manager at Walgreens. Andrew Drummond, jo’08, Santa Clara, CA, started studies for his master of business administration degree at Santa Clara University in April. Cole Feldman, bn’08, Los Angeles, passed the California bar exam and is an attorney at Proskauer Rose LLP. Gregory Miller, jo’08, Oak Lawn, IL, is a member of the 18 Stories team in charge of running the social media department. Stefanie Nyman, ph’08, gr’08, Bloomington, MN, started a new job as a senior clinical pharmacist for Express Scripts in December 2011. Kelley (Johnson) Slovak, ph’08, gr’08, Huntersville, NC, accepted a position as an emergency room pharmacist at Carolina Medical Center Northeast Hospital. Amanda Goucher Stinton, as’08, Chicago, was promoted to green/e-pro manager at the National Association of Realtors. Steven Anderson, bn’09, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, finished training and has been posted to the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek.

Ry Avery, bn’09, Milwaukee, accepted a position as an assistant footwear product specialist with Weyco Group Inc.

Michelle Havemann, jo’10, Denver, CO, was promoted to associated integrated producer at Sterling-Rice Group.

Chelsea Anne Rhue Cole, bn’09, Irving, TX, enrolled full time at the University of Dallas to pursue her master of business administration degree.

Natasha Heinen, lw’10, Waukee, IA, is engaged to Matt O’Hollearn,

Nicole Freise, jo’09, Davenport, IA, was hired as the new program associate for the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend in Bettendorf, IA. Tara Gooden, as’09, Ottumwa, IA, is working on a doctor of chiropractic degree, with plans to graduate in 2013. Elyse Kristina Jacoby, jo’09, Morgantown, VW, was promoted to account manager at Hershey Chocolate within two years of being hired. Alexia Olson, ph’09, Scottsdale, AZ, earned her board certified pharmacotherapy specialist certification from the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties. Mike Pruim, as’09, jo’09, Chicago, accepted a new position as lead marketing designer at the Chicago Sun-Times. Matthew Kim Starek, ph’09, Seattle, was hired as a pharmacist for Rite Aid in 2010. Tyler Joseph Trimble, bn’09, West Des Moines, IA, was promoted to personal banker level two at Community State Bank in Waukee. Naomi Adjei, as’10, Omaha, NE, is pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Marley Alexis, as’10, Pittsburgh, is completing studies for her master’s degree in social work at the University of Pittsburgh, with plans to graduate in April 2012. Julia Brooks, bn’10, Dallas, transferred from Chicago for a job in the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Division of Resolutions and Receiverships. Page (Fineran) Eastin, gr’10, West Des Moines, IA, is a neuro-resource facilitator for the Brain Injury Association of Iowa.

lw’09, with a wedding planned for August 2012. Katie Martin, bn’10, Des Moines, earned top-of-age-group finishes in local triathlons. Thomas Meyer, gr’10, Bellevue, IA, was selected as a finalist for Secondary Principal of the Year honors by the School Administrators of Iowa. Crystal Nance, as’10, jo’10, Flagstaff, AZ, worked to create “Coaching Your College Student 101” at Northern Arizona University. Richard Neal, bn’10, St. Louis, worked in the ticketing department for the 2011 World Series Champion St. Louis Cardinals, coordinating ticket sales for all rounds of the 2011 postseason. Rick VanDillen, bn’10, St. Charles, MO, is employed in group sales for MetLife. Katherine Foley, jo’11, Davenport, IA, accepted a position as a graphic artist in the sales and marketing department of the Quad-City Times. Laura Menendez, bn’11, Urbandale, IA, accepted a position working for John Deere. Benjamin Marshall Morrison, ed’11, San Antonio, worked as a coach for Montana State University, and is now a graduate assistant for the University of Texas at San Antonio football program. He plans to begin studies for his master’s degree in sport pedagogy. Martha Pierce, jo’11, New York, accepted a new position as digital product analyst with Adecco/NA. Ann (Bender) Spaine, gr’11, West Des Moines, IA, is pursuing her early childhood therapist license at Orchard Place Child Guidance Center. Andrew Wilkinson, lw’11, Lafayette, IN, was hired by a law firm to practice criminal and immigration law. Rien Zabor, bn’11, Chapel Hill, NC, has accepted a new position as engagement coordinator for 3 Birds Marketing.

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Darcy (Tague) Doty, ed’98,

Brenda Brent-Black, ed’73, Dallas, received a doctorate from Texas Woman’s University.

gr’04, ’11, Urbandale, IA, earned her specialist in education leadership from Drake University.

1980 Kent J. Lund, lw’80, Denver, received a master of laws in entrepreneurial law from the University of Colorado Law School. Gayle Durham-Jones, jo’82, Chesapeake, VA, earned a master’s degree in management. Casey Crawford, gr’83, Chicago, received a degree in early childhood development from Roosevelt University. Karen (Tjossem) Anderson, gr’85, West Des Moines, IA, earned her doctorate in educational leadership and policy studies in higher education administration. Kathleen O’Connor-Moran, as’88, Tuba City, AZ, obtained her master’s degree in public health. Denise Chuick, as’89, The Woodlands, TX, earned the certified school risk manager designation and master of education in educational leadership from Lamar University.

1990 Sandy (Pavlik) Stearns, ph’90, Knoxville, IA, completed studies for the family nurse practitioner at Clarkson College and the psychiatric/ mental health nurse practitioner at St. Louis University. Lieutenant Colonel Christine Adams,

as‘92, Pittsburgh, PA, earned her master’s in international relations and conflict resolution from American Military University. Susan Jo Breakenridge Fink, as’92,

gr’95 ’98, Ankeny, IA, received her doctor of education from Drake University. Mark Taylor, gr’92, West Des Moines, IA, earned his Master of Global Studies degree. Caitlin (McClow) Haugen, ed’97, Takoma Park, MD, received her doctor of international education policy from the University of Maryland in May 2011.

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Lisa Kelly, as’98, New York, earned a master’s in international business management from Harvard University. Emily Thompson, fa’98, Oswego, NY, received her master of science in information in library and information science from the University of Michigan. Kathryn Bowden-Muscato, bn’00, Winterset, IA, received her master of science in health sciences–health services administration degree from the University of Central Florida.

2000 Brandy (Case) Haub, as’00, West Des Moines, IA, received a doctorate in cultural anthropology from the University of Iowa in May 2011. Lenore Montiague, as’01, Byron Center, MI, earned her master’s of literacy studies–reading specialist k-12. Lexi (Walters) Wright, jo’03, Belchertown, MA, received a master’s in information science from Simmons College in May 2011. Eric Matthew Gorman, ph’04, San Francisco, received a doctor of philosophy degree in pharmaceutical chemistry from the University of Kansas. Jessica Graves, gr’05, Mt. Vernon, NY, graduated from Manhattanville College with a master’s degree in professional studies in childhood education and special education. Anthony Perrozzi, bn’05, Falls Church, VA, received his master of business administration degree from Hult International Business School in August 2010. Andrew Ryerson, bn’05, Houston, received his master’s in education from Ohio University in 2007 and his master’s in sport management from Western Illinois University in 2008. Emma Badgley, as’06, gr’11, Madrid, IA, earned her master of science in mental health counseling degree from Drake University in December 2011.

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Christopher Lueth, bn’06, Iowa City, IA, received his doctor of jurisprudence from the University of Iowa in 2009 and his master of accounting from the University of Iowa in 2010. Brett Myrick, as’06, Chicago, graduated with a doctor of jurisprudence from Harvard School of Law, Class of 2009. Kristina (Meggers) Paul, as’06, St. Louis, received a master of theology from Concordia Seminary. Joseph Patrick Vogel, as’06, gr’08,

lw’11, Des Moines, received his doctor of jurisprudence from Drake University in May 2011. Nathan Daniel Wallace, as’06, Washington, DC, received his master of arts in applied economics from Johns Hopkins University. Sarah Kathleen Hanify, jo’07, as’07, La Vista, NE, received her master’s in social work and public administration from the University of Nebraska. Stephanie Larsen, as’07, West Palm Beach, FL, received her doctorate in psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Duhita Mahatmya, as’07, Centreville, VA, received a doctorate in human development and family studies from Iowa State University. Julia Moriarty, as’07, Leawood, KS, received her master’s in theatre education from Emerson College. Emily Shine, as’07, jo’07, Tampa, Florida, received her master of arts in mass communication from the University of Southern Florida in December 2011.

Cole Feldman, bn’08, Los Angeles, graduated summa cum laude from Pepperdine University School of Law. Lynell Wagenman, as’08, earned a master of music in opera from the University of New Mexico. Indira Blazevic, as’09, gr’11, Des Moines, received her master’s degree in public administration with a concentration in public policy from Drake University. Amanda Mae Heider, as’10, bn’10, Iowa City, IA, received her master of social work degree in empowerment practice from St. Ambrose University. Jenna (Uthoff) Rokes, gr’10, LeClaire, IA, received her master of science in education in teacher effectiveness and professional development from Drake University. Laura Menendez, bn’11, Urbandale, IA, earned her master of accounting from Drake University in 2011. Ann (Bender) Spaine, gr’11, West Des Moines, IA, graduated with her master’s in mental health counseling. Margaret Ann (Sweeney) Owen,

ed’56, West Des Moines, IA, received her master’s in education degree.

authors 1940 Jean Wendlandt Moritz, la’43, St. Louis, wrote a mini bio for her DAR chapter about her experiences working with the Red Cross in the South Pacific during World War II.

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Bali Singh, bn’07, Hartford, CT, received his master of business administration degree from the University of Hartford.

Warren Jorgenson, jo’50, Pebble Beach, CA, wrote Daises & Dandelions, a book about human behavior and parenting.

Angela Warren, as’07, Bangor, ME, received her master of fine arts from the Maine College of Art.

Ed Delk, la’51, Bella Vista, AR, published his first novel, The Second Time Around.

Lauren Yorgensen, as’07, Pleasant Prairie, WI, earned a master of music education degree from Boston University Online.

Phyllis Jensen Campbell, ‘55, Minneapolis, wrote Farther Up the Mountain: The Death of a Son, a memoir about the death of her 28-year-old son.

Chris Bettis, as’08, Overland Park, KS, earned a doctor of jurisprudence from William and Mary School of Law.

Stanley Farnham, jo’59, Naples, FL, wrote a 4,000-word article for the Lighthouse Society magazine published in late 2011.

Kara Engebrecht, ed’08, Council Bluffs, IA, earned her master’s degree in early childhood special education.

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Lisa Dicke, as’92, gr’93, Krum, TX, co-edited two books: The Nature of the Nonprofit Sector, Second Edition and Understanding Nonprofit Organizations, Second Edition.

Thomas Holyoke Jr., as’92, authored Competitive Interests: Competition and Compromise in American Interest Group Politics, published by Georgetown University Press.

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ed’62, gr’67, Gilbert, AZ, released a second edition of her book, You Can Teach Someone to Read: A How- to Book for Friends, Parents and Teachers: Step-by-Step Detailed Directions to Provide Any Reader the Necessary Tools to Easily Teach Someone to Read, after 10,000 copies of the first edition were sold. Robert Sessions, la’67, Iowa City, IA, retired after 45 years of college teaching, and his capstone book, Becoming Real, was published.

1970 Jeffrey Abt, fa’71, gr’79, Hunt Woods, MI, published American Egyptologist: The Life of James Henry Breasted and the Creation of His Oriental Institute. William Joseph Faber, la’72, Milwaukee, wrote The Osteopathic Medicine Advantage: How Medical Miracles are Made, an exploration of discoveries made in the 1880s by a solo medical doctor and their contemporary effectiveness. Brenda Brent-Black, ed’73, Dallas, wrote “Alternatives To Retention” in May 1993. Eleanora Tate, jo’73, Knightdale, NC, authored “What Goes Around Comes Around,” included in What Writers Do, released by the Lenoir-Rhyne University Writers Series. Sharon Cumberland, gr’75, Seattle, wrote Peculiar Honors, a collection of poems published by Black Heron Press. Timothy Adams, bn’79, Allen, TX, wrote an article that was published in Health Watch, a national actuarial publication.

1980 Matt Stover, fa’83, St. Petersburg, FL, author of 12 books, is working on a graphic novel. Catherine McCrimmon Evans, la’84, Urbandale, IA, co-authored a book with her daughter. Kris Bigalk, as’89, Bloomington, MN, wrote a collection of poetry, Repeat the Flesh in Numbers.

Heather (Lowry) Marshall, jo’96, Roselle, IL, signed a two-book deal with Berkley Sensation/Penguin Publishing. Writing under the name Hanna Martine, her debut paranormal romance, Liquid Lies, will be published in July 2012.

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Rita Eichner Perea, gr’00, Des Moines, was a contributing author for Awakening the Workplace: Achieving Connection, Fulfillment and Success at Work.

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James Patrick Wilbanks, gr’00, Urbandale, IA, published a novel, Game, Set, Match-Life.

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Aaron Thomas, ed’01, gr’08, Parkersburg, IA, authored Sacred Acre: The Ed Thomas Story. Brooke Bates, jo’07, Lakewood, OH, published Our Customers, Our Friends: What 50 Years in Business has Taught Rita and Rick Case About Sales Success and Community Service. Linda Smith-Kortemeyer, gr’07, Davenport, IA, wrote Spilling the Beans Over Coffee and Spilling the Beans Over Tea, reflections on stories from her life and the influence of others in guiding her over the years. Jack Wier, as’07, Plymouth, MN, recently published a book of plays and began a doctoral program in special education. Nate Granzow, as’10, jo’10, Buffalo, MN, released his debut novel, The Scorpian’s Nest.

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Alumni Calendar april 2012

50-, 60- and 70-Year Reunion— Classes of ’62, ’52 and ‘42 May 11–13

103rd Drake Relays April 25–28 Drake Stadium Downtown Street Painting April 25 Downtown Des Moines

september 2012

National Alumni Awards April 26 Reading Room, Cowles Library

DU Good Day September 29

40-Year Reunion — Class of ‘72 April 27–29

october 2012

African American Reunion April 27–29 10-Year Reunion — Class of ‘02 April 28 Greek Reunion April 28

Parent and Family Weekend September 21–23

Homecoming October 5–6 Cheerleading and Marching Band Reunion October 5–6 Connect 2012— Minneapolis, Chicago and Kansas City October 12

may 2012 Commencement Weekend May 11–13

spring 2012

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weddings

Jeremiah Holtan, jo’07, to Ashley Holtan, July 30, 2011

Thomas Corron, bn’77, gr’04, to Allison Trotter, November 22, 2008 Steven Lindgren, ’78, gr’85, to Olya Pavitnova, November 27, 2010 Dean Regan, ’78, to Frank McKenna, June 11, 2010 David Beall, bn’81, to Elisabeth Deffner, October 17, 2009 Lois Grote, fa’87, to Barry Eldal, September 2008 Kim Ehlers, as’95, to Mitchell Linn, May 7, 2011 Jennifer Pratt, as’95, to Thomas McNamara, May 29, 2011 Natalie Appetta, lw’96, to Karl Heller, August 26, 2011 Joseph Crock, bn’96, to Colette Trombley, August 28, 2010 Wade Den Hartog, bn’96, gr’98, to Brooke Foster, August 27, 2011 Blaine Grady, as’98, to Annette Smith, August 14, 2011 Natasha Johnson, as’98, to Ed Miltner, September 4, 2011 Lisa Kelly, as’98, to Amanda Brenna, August 14, 2010 Melissa Boutin, as’99, to Ryan Grassmick, August 6, 2011 Stephanie May, jo’99, to Sarah Bidney, November 7, 2009 Allyson Glazebrook, jo’00, to David Kunz, September 20, 2008 Landon Jones, as’00, to Kate Lindsey, August 6, 2011 Ashley Rielly, jo’00, to Greg Briody, September 25, 2010 Elizabeth Ritenour, as’00, to Scott Johnson, October 22, 2010 Zack Baayen, as’01, to Erin, August 28, 2010 Meghan Brown, jo’01, to Keith Myers, June 4, 2011 Bernadette Fath, jo’02, to Scott Lemon, April 17, 2010 Lisa Sozio, ph’02, to Andrew Manikas, March 12, 2011 Denise Ettel, bn’03, to Jorge Guzman, jo’03, September 17, 2011 Brooke Findley, as’03, to Joshua Jordan, November 11, 2011 Lacey Holley, jo’03, to Brett Foster, November 13, 2010 Tony Lorino, jo’03, to Kate Vasconcellos, October 15, 2011 Lauren Luftman, jo’03, to Mike Northness, September 4, 2011 Allison Mackin, as’03, to Andrew, September 19, 2011 Christopher McGill, bn’03, to Ginger Parson, March 19, 2011 Jolie Prentice, gr’03, to William B. Davis Jr., la’84, August 9, 2010 Matthew M. Smith, bn’03, to Jennifer Lynn Schoeberl, July 11, 2009 Ami Thakkar, ph’03, gr’03, to Ilango Gopalan, October 1, 2011 Amber Williams, as’03, to Khurram Naik, June 18, 2011 Kathleen Merkle, bn’04, gr’06, to Joshua Groetsema, July 3, 2011 LeAndra Ottem, bn’04, to Justin Foster, August 27, 2011 Karen Pretzel, jo’04, to Benjamin Wujek, October 22, 2011 Courtney Rickert, as’04, to Thomas McCaffrey, June 11, 2011 Angela Sowieja, jo’04, to Brandon Hanzal, July 16, 2011 Diana Wells, as’04, to Eric Novak, May 29, 2011 Virginia Wilber, jo’04, to Matthew Gibbon, May 5, 2011 Michael Devitt, lw’05, to Abigail Brueggemann, September 10, 2011 William Korab, ph’05, to Gina Alvis, September 10, 2011 Joe Spiess, ed’05, to Rebecca Wilson, August 6, 2011 Christopher Lueth, bn’06, to Erin Taylor, September 24, 2011 Gregory Sill, bn’06, to Ana Maria Campos, September 10, 2011

Andrew Shulha, ph’07, to Jennifer Ann Mueller, July 9, 2011 William Backer, as’08, bn’08, to Lauren Breazeale, August 13, 2011 Miranda Rae (Anthony) Brus, ed’08, to Jake Brus, November 12, 2011 Brianna Invie, as’08, to Brett Nierengarten, August 12, 2011 Anna Kunst, jo’08, to Chris Shivers, October 15, 2011 Rachel Manuel, as’08, jo’08, gr’10, to Jordan Bruns, ph’10, September 24, 2011 Michelle Thilges, jo’08, to Craig Haupt, July 23, 2011 Linsey Brockman, bn’09, to Evan McCarthy, October 15, 2011 Brandy Dahir, ed’09, to Kyle Fisher, October 9, 2011 Dayna Daniels, as’09, to Cole Meyers, June 11, 2011 Amanda Marie Eikenberry, bn’09, to Peter Lundstedt, July 14, 2011 Mikala Horvat, as’09, to Jaime Bruno, October 22, 2011 Ryan Kirk, as’09, to Amanda Kennedy, June 18, 2011 Katelyn Schumacher, jo’09, to Dan Heggen, August 27, 2011 Tyler Trimble, bn’09, to Maggie Joanna, September 4, 2010 Marilyn Boskey, as’10, to Greg Rosen, bn’10, September 17, 2011 Joseph Danielson, lw’10, to Lisa Heitzman, August 21, 2011 Page Fineran, gr’10, to Brett Eastin, September 24, 2011 Julie Harmon, bn’10, to Kevin Timm, November 19, 2011 Erin McCleeary, ph’10, to Ryan Monthei, September 24, 2011 Rachel Vogel, as’10, to Jonathan Quinn, October 8, 2011 Shannon Lee Clifford, bn’11, to Michael Kolosov, June 11, 2011 Ashley Ferin, gr’11, to Ryan Lappe, April 16, 2011 Emily Lentz, ph’11, to Joe Wessels, ph’11, June 18, 2011 Drew Luder, ph’11, to Heidi Treml, ph’10, June 4, 2011 Elizabeth Marks, ph’11, to Adam Ahrens, June 11, 2011 Kathryn McDonald, ph’11, to Michael Starbuck, bn’09, August 5, 2011 Andrew Wilkinson, lw’11, to Lindsay Rinaldo, November 12, 2011

births Michael Karnuth, as’85, and Carmen, Chicago, a daughter, Sofia Lina Lois (Grote) Eldal, fa’87, and Barry, Elk Horn, IA, a son, Alex Natalie Linville-Mass, jo’92, and John, Davenport, IA, a son, Henry (2007), and a daughter, Lucille (2009) Tami (Blomberg) Lichtenberg, jo’93, and Kreg, Superior, WI, a son, Cooper David Kerrie Goughnour, jo’94, and Dave Hanson, Minneapolis, a daughter, Ayla Elizabeth Danielle Krstich-Frank, as’94, Chicago, a son, Zachary Aleksander Frank John Perney, jo’94, and Jill Kendall, Portage, MI, a daughter, Bridget Farrow Kathleen (Karrels) Sepanic, ed’94, and Lt. Col. Jason Sepanic, as’95, Vicenza, Italy, a son, John Theodore Jennifer Breneisen, as’95, and Seth Felix, Winchester, MA, a daughter, Lucy Alice Frances Lisa Lettenberger Ciarrachi, as’95, Elmhurst, IL, a daughter, Rachel Ann Ann Heinl, ed’95, and Russell, Brookfield, IL, a daughter, Caroline Mary (Benning) Noland, lw’95, Kansas City, MO, a son, Edward “Teddy” Louis Matthew Patrick, as’96, ed’96, and Tina, Moseley, VA, a daughter, Ila Faye Carey (Mueller) Vollmers, bn’96, Whitefish Bay, WI, a son, Ethan (2003), and a daughter, Mara (2007)

Jenise Colby, gr’07, to Travis Rychnovsky, May 22, 2010

Ann (Cali) Bradsher, bn’97, and Neal, Eden Prairie, MN, a daughter, Sami Joelle

Courtni Frank, ph’07, to Cory Witt, June 2, 2007

Billy Brown, as’97, and Krista, Denver, a daughter, Macy Zahara

Elizabeth Glockhoff, bn’07, to Tim Tesar, jo’06, June 5, 2010

Sara Kagay, jo’97, and John Gollwitzer, Long Grove, IL, a daughter, Lyla Grace Gollwitzer

Rachel Marie Grosvenor, jo’07, to Justin Schultz, July 9, 2010

Tyson Lagoni, jo’97, and Jennifer, Rolling Meadows, IL, a son, Caden Hans

Mary Alexandra “Alex” Harkness, jo’07, to Derek Elrod, May 14, 2011

Kaitlin (Maguire) Lochner, ed’97, Minneapolis, a daughter, Mallory Paige

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spring 2012

Andrea (Zins) Parde, as’97, Lincoln, NE, a son, Devin William Tanya (Toulouse) Sale, as’97, and Kevin Sale, jo’97, Saint Paul, MN, a son, Merritt Davies John Walter III, bn’97, and Andrea, Omaha, NE, a son, William John Jordan (Powell) Wienke, jo’97, and Mike Wienke, jo’98, Saint Louis, a son, Jonathan

Kara (Ellwein) Stegeman, bn’02, gr’03, and Ben, Coon Rapids, MN, a daughter, Kaylee May (2008), and a son, Logan Curtis (2010) Christa (Heimer) Westholder, ph’02, Saint Paul, MN, a daughter, Julia Lee Kristi Lynn (Brummer) Adams, ph’03, and Mark, Ankeny, IA, a son, Mark James-Robert

Kristin (Kurmann) Daniels, ed’98, and Clint, Olathe, KS, a son, Tatum Charles

Courtney (James) Beall, bn’03, and Erik, Bay Village, OH, a daughter, Amelia Marie

Stephen Holka, as’98, and Elizabeth Miller, Vincennes, IN, twin sons, Henry Oscar and Miles Jonathan

Aimee Beilgard, fa’03, and Adam Beilgard, as’04, West Des Moines, IA, a son, Shea Alan

Mieka (Rustand) Puzniak, jo’98, and Larry, St. Louis, a son, John Ryn

Amber Clapp Graeber, as’03, Des Moines, a son, Reid Benjamin

Jackie (Kwapil) Saldana, bn’98, and Dennis Saldana, bn’98, Germantown, WI, a daughter, Annabelle Marie

Valerie (Carlson) Iverson, gr’03, Bettendorf, IA, a son

Renee Ahrens Thomas, ph’98, gr’98, and Brian Thomas, Herndon, VA, daughter, Annara Megan

Christopher Barnet McGill, bn’03, and Ginger Parson-McGill, Sioux Falls, SD, a daughter, Kinley Patricia

Jennifer (Runchey) Butler, bn’99, and Brian Butler, ph’01, gr’01, Clive, IA, a son

Catherine Philpott, as’03, and Justin, Chicago, a son, Kyle James

Kristine (Schwoch) Dawson, as’99, and Douglas Dawson, as’99, Madison, WI, a son, Evan Garrett Frank Petros Haralambakis, ed’99, and Lee Ann, Streamwood, IL, a daughter, Emily Charlotte Matt Jacobson, bn’99, and Kang Kim, Westminster, CO, a daughter, Tessa Lynn Jacobson

Erica (Millard) Keeler, pa’03, and Sean, Columbia, MO, a son, Waylon Joseph

Matthew Smith, bn’03, and Jennifer, Norwalk, IA, a daughter, Leila Nikki (Coffman) Syverson, jo’03, and Jay Syverson, bn’02, lw’09, Des Moines, a daughter, Quinn Marie Annette Stanley Taylor, lw’03, and Mark Taylor, gr’92, West Des Moines, IA, a daughter, Natalie Carol Susan Molly Thorson, bn’03, and Nicholas, Eagan, MN, a daughter, Kendall Elizabeth

Ellen Kucera, fa’99, Warren, VT, a son, Eli Finn Askew

Lexi (Walters) Wright, jo’03, Belchertown, MA, a son, Arlo George

Lisa Leatherman, jo’99, and Ryan Leatherman, fa’02, San Antonio, a daughter, Bethany Maire

Rebecca (Ropes) Weist, as’03, and William, Lake City, MN, a daughter, Cora Cecilia

Toni (Verlengia) White, jo’99, and Christopher, Johnston, IA, a daughter, Annie Louise

Katharine (Meier) Wilson, jo’03, and Robert Wilson, as’03, Chicago, a daughter, Lucy Caroline

Rachel (Brink) Woodford, jo’99, and John, Bloomington, MN, a daughter, Etta (2009), and a daughter, Vivian (2010)

Korissa Newell Zickrick, lw’03, and Zack, Wildwood, MO, a daughter, Katelyn Marie

Cynthia Brace, as’00, and E.J., St. Louis, a daughter, Avery Catherine

Melissa Fabela, bn’04, and Nicolas, Overland Park, KS, a son, Julian Jose

Madelaine Jerousek-Smith, jo’00, and Kent Smith, lw’05, Des Moines, a son, Miles James Smith Jennifer (Ericson) Knake, bn’00, and Jeffrey, Kansas City, MO, a son, Warren Everett Allyson (Glazebrook) Kunz, jo’00, and David, Chicago, a daughter, Rylee Rae Zack Baayen, as’01, and Erin, Temecula, CA, a son, Zachary Craig Joshua Blunck, as’01, Marion, IL a daughter, Lily Mae

Crystal Lennartz, ph’04, gr’04, and Patrick, Pewaukee, WI, a son, Colin Patrick Laura (Frost) Morse, bn’04, and Eric, West Des Moines, IA, a daughter, Elaine Cecily Jennifer (Williams) Zwagerman, lw’04, and Jay, Ankeny, IA, a son, Liam Wallace Cristen (Slings) Clark, jo’05, and Mike, Runnells, IA, a son, Barrett Rodger Sydney Conrad-Cook, bn’05, lw’08, gr’08, and Chris Cook, Clive, IA, a son, Christian Joseph

Becky (Stillman) Brown, fa’01, and Sam, Houston, a son, Jeremy Harrison

Barbara Marciniak, jo’05, and Tyler, New York, a daughter, Lillian Grace

Chris Crookham, as’01, and Becky, Madison, WI, a son, Samuel James

Brandon Sternquist, as’05, Arlington, VA, a daughter, Chloe

Rebecca (Glander) Jansen, ph’01, and Brian, New Berlin, WI, a son, Lucas Chase

Jennifer Bins, jo’06, and Demerius McNeil, Smyrna, GA, a daughter, Brooke Lynne Grace

Jennifer (Sass) Lester, ph’01, and Clint Lester, as’98, Greendale, WI, a daughter, Norah Marie Brooke (Mitchell) Marshall, as’01, and Jason Marshall, bn’99, Kansas City, MO, a son, Scotty Cairney

Joshua Craig Harrington, gr’06, Pella, IA, a son, Calen Craig Stephanie (Heuslin) Jackson, ph’06, and Ryan, Fond du Lac, WI, a daughter, Mary Claire

Lenore Montiague, as’01, Byron Center, MI, a son, Cassian (2008), and Alejandra (Echeverria) Karajic, ph’06, and Rifet, Des Moines, a daugther, Sabrina a daughter, Jasmin (2011) Prithviraj Tanwar, bn’01, and Kerry, Cambridge, MA, a daughter, Mira Claire Sarah (Biebighauser) Westberg, ph’01, and Chad Westberg, as’98, Elk River, MN, a daughter, Siri Ann, and a son, Leif Benjamin Kanika (Vij) Agrawal, ph’02, Evanston, IL, a daughter, Rani Kelly Gale-Miller, jo’02 and Patrick Miller, bn’03, Maple Grove, MN, a son, Landon Joseph Kristin (Crowley) Hennenfent, ph’02, and Joel, Kansas City, MO, a son, William Gregory William Joseph, bn’02, gr’08, and Emily Martin, St. Louis, a son, William Bernadette (Fath) Lemon, jo’02, and Scott, Patterson, IA, two daughters, Ava Marie and Teaghan Lovina Sandy (Zeiler) Prenosil, ph’02, gr’02, Sarasota, FL, a son, Nathan

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deaths

Robert Story, fa’49, Ralston, NE

1910

Norma (Jennings) Wilder, ph’49, Urbandale, IA

Oscar Strahan, ed’15, San Marcos, TX

1950

Lawrence Weaver, ph’49, Minneapolis

Elloweene (Dimick) Nicklason, ’17, Fairfax, VA

Hallie Ekblad, fa’50, gr’68, Creston, IA

1920

Lloyd Griffee, ed’50, gr’55, San Diego

Marsena (Stinson) Neil, as’29, Sewickley, PA

Robert W. Anderson, gr’51, Green Valley, AZ

1930 Marjorie Eunice Brown (Sutherland) Robbins, as’31, Pinellas Park, FL Myra (Haase) Thompson, ed’31, ’34, Columbus, OH Loren Cartwright, bn’32, Des Moines Jane (Palmer) Edgington, ed’33, Des Moines Ardith Louise (Jennings) Mick, ed’33, Van Meter, IA Helen (Hauser) Powers, ed’34, Carroll, IA Albert McKee, la’35, Traer, IA Robert M. Hall, dv’37, Idaho Falls, ID Wilbur Miller, bn’37, Johnston, IA Alice (Yost) Jordan, fa’38, gr’06, Des Moines Ruth (Wessels) Kelly, la’38, Westmont, IL William Pallwitz, la’39, Tarzana, CA

Ralph Bassett, ’51, Perico Island, FL Donald Carter, fa’51, Lake of the Ozarks, MO Francis Doyle, la’51, Urbandale, IA Charles Funaro, lw’51, West Des Moines, IA Nancy (Wilke) Haas, bn’51, Fort Collins, CO Elizabeth (Myers) Henderson, la’51, Des Moines Dennis Johnson, fa’51, Phoenix John Kamp, gr’51, Holland, MI James H. Konsella Sr., ph’51, Chippewa Falls, WI Dora (Pagliai) Romitti, ed’51, Madrid, IA Bernard Sperling, bn’51, Roslyn, NY Arvil Stille, ed’51, Garner, IA Roger Williams, gr’51, Los Angeles Frederick “Fred” Wright, la’51, Des Moines

1940

Robert “Bob” Brown, jo’52, Fort Dodge, IA

Don Easter, bn’40, Des Moines

James Bulwan, ed’52, Grand Junction, CO

Dean Mitchell, lw’40, Dallas Elizabeth (Hoffman) Strasser, la’40, gr’62, Des Moines Roland Bunge, bn’41, Nacogdoches, TX David Gutshall, bn’41, Des Moines Thelma (Storing) Miller, ’41, Polk City, IA Norma Wilder, ph’49, Urbandale, IA Allan Anderson, bn’42, Bellevue, WA Beth E. (Hood) Hicks, ed’42, Glendale Heights, IL Harold Nugent, bn’42, Exton, PA

Robert Lawson, ed’52, Las Vegas Lola Leeper Mapes, ed’52, ’62, gr’71, Longview, TX Loraine (Hess) Quinn, ’52, Lake View, IA Fred Rizk, la’52, Houston

Russell Wunschel, lw’52, Carroll, IA

Robert LeValley, ’44, Andover, KS

James Idso, bn’53, Palm Springs, CA

Paul From, la’45, Urbandale, IA Lois (Meyer) Kane, la’46, Towson, MD Margaret Jane (Carris) Manning, la’46, DeKalb, IL Floyd Milligan, bn’47, Waukee, IA

James Nadig, la’53, West Des Moines, IA Robert Nebgen, ’53, Streamwood, IL Remo Picchietti Sr., bn’53, Bannockburn, IL Dale A. Bellairs, bn’54, Clarinda, IA

Milton Ross, bn’47, Orinda, CA Ruth (Whitworth) Thomas, ’47, Homestead, FL Peter Cunningham, fa’48, gr’57, Des Moines Richard Daniels, bn’48, lw’49, San Jose, CA Lois (Fowler) DeMarais, ed’48, Notre Dame, IN Shirley (Hall) Devine, ed’48, Iowa City, IA Arla Elston, ed’48, Woodbine, IA Dorrie Shearer Fretwell, fa’48, gr’49, Charlotte, NC Doris (Shaw) McLeran, la’48, Windsor Heights, IA John J. Poister, fa’48, New York

Jacqueline J. (Clark) Deets, ph’54, Perry, IA Elizabeth (Lafferty) Hunt, fa’54, gr’55, Des Moines Kermit Tannatt, gr’54, Pleasant Hill, IA Thomas Walsh Jr., la’55, Naples, FL William Albright, ’56, Castle Rock, CO Emerson Blome, ed’56, gr’65, Des Moines Marjorie Palmquist Boatman, bn’56, Ashburnham, MA Warren Glann, fa’56, Arvada, CO Dennis Ross,’56, Ankeny, IA Frank Rush Jr., la’56, Wheatland, CA

Mabel Shay, ed’48, Weldon, IA Richard Young, ed’48, Whittier, CA Glenn Barrott, bn’49, Stacy, MN Marjorie (Myhre) Callison, ’49, Des Moines Arthur Claus, bn’49, Des Moines

Dorothy Risher (Fisher) Giel, fa’57, Phoenix Janet (Woods) Heckard, fa’57, Wichita, KS Alton Nielsen, la’57, Fallbrook, CA James Reese, la’57, Tucson, AZ Byron Wiley, gr’57, Central, SC

Jack Dalby, gr’49, Portland, OR Charles O’Brien, bn’49, gr’95, Wayzata, MN Floyd Pace, la’49, Storm Lake, IA Gene Rogers, la’49, gr’53, Hoover, AL Dandridge Sproul, bn’49, Sun City West, AZ

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Albert Kaegel, ph’52, St. Louis Richard Kaichi, fa’52, gr’55, Honolulu

Dolores Elaine (Purse) Wallace, ed’52, Des Moines

John Diehl, ’43, Houston

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Ruby (Hull) Gorden, ed’52, ’57, Winton, CA Fred Hiatt, fa’52, gr’70, Minneapolis

Raymond Schuster, gr’52, Maryville, MO

William Silver, ’42, Eagan, MN

John Manthey, bn’50, Joliet, IL Robert M. Rapp, fa’50, gr’51, Evansville, IN

spring 2012

William Bertelson, ed’58, gr’68, Topeka, KS Donald Holcomb, ph’58, Perry, IA Elaine Brooks Lane Robinson, ed’58, Sun City, AZ Joyce (King) Brooke, ed’59, Midwest City, OK Darrell Craig, jo’59, Omaha, NE

Correction: In the Fall 2011 issue of Drake Blue we mistakenly listed Mr. Alan Hall, fa’55, gr’62, of Perry, Iowa, as deceased. In fact, Mr. Hall survived his wife, Betty. We regret the mistake and send our sincere condolences to Mr. Hall. David Hamlin, bn’59, Seymour, IA Ellison Kuhn, bn’59, Walnut Creek, CA Evelyn (White) Van Rossum, la’59, Manning, IA

1960 Marvel Enslow, ed’60, Boone, IA Arthur Heng, ph’60, Tampa Bay, FL Wynona (Rogers) Johansen, ed’60, gr’67, Pleasant Hill, IA Doris (Leymaster) Johnson, ed’60, Indianola, IA Patricia (Bird) Johnson, la’60, Phoenix Don Olson, bn’60, San Jose, CA Florence Benshoof, ed’61, Eldridge, IA Arthur Bryant Jr., la’61, Lincoln, NE Larry Clark, la’61, gr’72, Chariton, IA Nancy (Riebe) Goetz, bn’61, Gurnee, IL Jack Pearce, ph’61, Taylorville, IL Albert Kohler, ed’62, Warminster, PA Kathryn (Bryant) Linder, ed’62, Kansas City, MO Allan Shimp, bn’62, Summerfield, FL Chris Weeks, la’63, Bradenton, FL Jack Richard Carr, bn’63, Lenexa, KS Grant Bryant, bn’64, Barrington, IL Carol (Pieper) Capes, la’64, Green Valley, AZ Gerald Carpenter, la’64, Indianola, IA Ruth (Guldager) Gould, ed’64, Marshalltown, IA Agnes Hauser, ed’64, Union, IA Joseph Turek, la’64, dv’68, Lincoln, NE Francine Anderson, ed’65, Ames, IA Dennis Marten, ’65, Denison, IA Dale Tryon, gr’65, Ames, IA Mary (Morris) Westphalen, jo’65, Cedar Rapids, IA Robert Anderson, bs’66, Green Valley, AZ

1970 Janet (Wilkerson) Harrison, ed’70, Newton, IA Gary McCoy, jo’70, Waukesha, WI Doris (Digiacomo) Pence, la’70, Coral Springs, FL Shirley (Hepperle) Rieks, ed’70, Alden, IA Fay Winters, gr’70, Des Moines Clyde Allison, bn’71, Ankeny, IA James Perry II, as’71, Fort Worth Roberta (Mohler) Viers, ed’71, Maxwell, IA Linda (Malmquist) Campbell, ed’72, Alton, IL Cryss (Radcliff) Farley, la’72, St. Paul, MN Sister Mary Heinen, gr’72, Johnston, IA Darrel Richardson, gr’72, West Des Moines, IA Ruth Olive Rosenberger Bode, gr’73, Fort Dodge, IA Elizabeth Kruidenier, lw’73, Des Moines Douglas Snyder, bn’73, Decatur, IL David Brockett, la’74, Clovis, NM Dennis Brown, bn’74, Johnston, IA Charles Osgood Jr., gr’74, Albany, NY Dorie (Tostenson) Telshaw, ed’74, West Des Moines, IA James Berkley, la’75, Blue Springs, MO Loretta Deering, ed’75, Des Moines Rita Gilmore, la’76, Greenbrae, CA Michael Lacey Jr., lw’76, Elkhart, IA Timothy Peterson, la’76, Clive, IA Thomas L. Thorson, ed’76, Norwalk, IA Jennifer “Jennie” Houck, la’77, gr’92, ’95, ’01, Indianola, IA Jeffrey Rich, la’77, Lexington, KY Ann Irwin Bauer Stock, jo’77, Lakeview, IA Kurt Roseland, la’79, Des Moines

Margaret Quinn Ellison, fa’66, Mount Vernon, IA

1980

Helen Johann Warren Wheeler Hicks, ed’66, Des Moines

Larry Shaeffer, gr’80, Huxley, IA

Marvel (Robison) Munyon, ed’66, Des Moines

Elizabeth “Beth” (Roberts) Bayer, jo’81, St. Louis

David Ortale, ed’66, Johnston, IA

Virginia Stoen, gr’81, Charles City, IA

Les Patten, bn’66, Denver

Shera Shirley, lw’82, Enid, OK

Karen (Sipe) Pecora, fa’66, Tampa Bay, FL

Richard Barnes, gr’83, Des Moines

Elna Petersen, ed’66, Minneapolis

Margaret (Eickman) TeKolste, gr’83, Des Moines

Juhl Peterson, bn’66, Westside, IA

Patricia Gray Stegmaier, lw’84, Fernandina Beach, FL

Jaquelyn Rowley Wood, la’66, Fairfield, IL

Lester Schoffelman, gr’85, Mitchell, SD

Stan Clutton, bn’67, New York

Gary Lyon, as’ 87, gr’92, Lenox, IL

Nell (Holliday) Donovan, gr’67, Leander, TX

Charles Terhune, ed’88, Urbandale, IA

Stephen Hankens, bn’67, lw’72, Cherokee, IA

Deborah Witte, gr’88, Story City, IA

Ronald J. Ubben, ph’67, Washington, IL Jeffrey Alan Belzer, lw’68, Lakeville, MN Bruce David, bn’68, West Dundee, IL Dorrell Dolton, bn’68, St. Paul, MN Michael Carey Newell, jo’68, Des Moines Carolyn Finnell Schluter, jo’68, Alexandria, VA Gary L. Atto, ph’69, Galesburg, IL Donald A. Burgess, gr’69, Denison, IA Elizabeth Carroll, fa’69, Memphis, TN James Burrows Corcoran, lw’69, Des Moines Lila (Mark) Kirkpatrick, ed’69, Casey, IA Charles Moench, gr’69, Urbandale, IA

1990 Susan Sherrard Pignone, lw’90, Medford, MA Allison Merrill, ’91, Johnston, IA Elizabeth Downing, gr’92, Macomb, IL Darrell E. Pedersen, gr’95, Sioux City, IA Catherine Remakel, gr’95, Johnston, IA Connie (Otto) Seery, gr’97, Des Moines Susan Challender, as’98, Phoenix

2000

Stuart Smith, gr’69, Denton, TX

Susan (Larson) Bohlen, gr’00, Altoona, IA

James Teerlinck, bn’69, Collierville, TN

Clark Holthaus Jr., gr’02, Oskaloosa, IA Kyle David Brown, as’06, Lake St. Louis, MO

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leading during transition All leadership today is, to a large extent, leading during transition. This assertion reflects the fact that change in society at large, and in higher education specifically, has become increasingly urgent — and is, perhaps, the new normal. At Drake and nationwide, public mandates for greater transparency and for economic affordability in a time of the economic downturn, the opportunities for enhanced learning afforded by new technologies, and changes in how new generations learn are among issues that are causing leaders to rethink the ways in which higher education is structured and achieves its goals. A leader who is attuned to the skills and sensibilities required of leadership in this climate will inspire his or her organization to meet the challenges and opportunities that arise from change. Certainly I have had experience with this style of leadership. My 37-year career at Drake University has included a three-year transition between deans of the College of Arts and Sciences and my current term as interim University provost. (A new provost, Deneese Jones, joins the Drake administration in June.)

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Over the years, I’ve learned that times of administrative transition magnify the fundamentals that are always important to successful leadership. Those include engendering confidence among faculty and staff, ensuring open and honest communication and demonstrating an awareness of the broader context that surrounds the institution and sensitivity to the culture within. I am confident that Drake’s current and future leaders will continue to meet this charge. The administration has shown a keen awareness of changes within higher education and is moving prudently and proactively to address them. In my retirement years, I expect to look back at Drake as a national model for the successful and innovative tackling of these issues. — Dr. Susan Wright is interim provost of Drake University. Her career at Drake began in 1975 as an assistant professor of sociology and has included roles as director of the Drake University Women’s Studies and Multicultural Studies Programs; interim dean, then dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and deputy provost of the University.

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1. Eliminate any box that includes stripes. Follow the instructions Eliminate boxes to reveal the should last four appear boxes that thebut final question. 2. Eliminate any boxbelow. that contains something that toanswer be blue isn’t. Eliminate any box that 1. rhymes Eliminatewith any box that includes stripes. 3. “Drake.” 4. Eliminate any box that 2. depicts Eliminatesomething any box that with contains should appear to be blue but isn’t. thesomething letter “z”that in its name. 3. Eliminate any box that rhymes with “Drake.” 5. Eliminate any box in which the name of the image describes something pointy.

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final question: what did drake athlete brogan austin win in the fall of 2011?

final question: What did Drake athlete Brogan Austin win in the Fall of 2011?

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Answers: 1. Scarf, Flag 2. Drake Stadium Track, Yellow Bulldog, Pink Pennant 3. Birthday Cake, Handshake 4. Zipper, Jazz, Magazine 5. Spike, Pin Final question answer: Cross-Country Championship

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