Bradley Hilltopics, Fall 2012

Bradley University Fall 2012

Melding old

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new : Westlake shines

“ If it hadn’t been for the School of Horology,

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there would have been no Bradley.

— George Wild, Horology dean, 1931–61

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westlake reborn Home to the School of Horology from 1897 to 1961, Westlake Hall now reigns as the final jewel of the Campaign for a Bradley Renaissance. Adjacent to Bradley Hall and the new Hayden-Clark Alumni Center, the photo above depicts a west campus view of Westlake, highlighting a 71,105-square-foot expansion. With a new address on Tobias Lane (formerly Glenwood), many

of Westlake’s faculty offices and classrooms on the west side enjoy a view of the Markin Family Student Recreation Center, Alumni Quad, and Tobias Circle, where the Bradley University flag is now flown. The new lane and cul-de-sac were named in honor of Lydia Moss Bradley’s husband and their firstborn child, as a memorial to the family.

president’s prelude

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a new westlake hall has been a dream for many years.

The finished product was worth the wait!

As you will see in this edition of Bradley Hilltopics — and I hope in a visit soon to campus — the totally renovated and greatly expanded Westlake is spectacular. From the cutting-edge classrooms to the bamboo plants in the atrium to the restored clock tower and its new, bright clock face, the reborn Westlake takes the best of the structure’s historic architecture and combines it with the most modern teaching technology.

Westlake is designed to facilitate engaged and project-based learning that emphasizes the kind of collaboration our students require and employers desire. In the few weeks since fall semester began, students have embraced the welcoming study areas, the warm atrium amphitheater, and the state-of-the-art teaching Pausing on the ramps that bridge the original Westlake Hall with its addition, and counseling labs that will prepare them for the future. Westlake President Joanne Glasser welcomes alumni to experience the final accomplishment of the Campaign for a Bradley Renaissance. The sun-drenched atrium was designed and built to serve faculty, staff and students in boasts a wall of bamboo plants and comfortable, collaborative learning spaces. the College of Education and Health Sciences and the Institute Sophisticated technology in labs and classrooms will take the College of for Principled Leadership in Public Service for years to come.

Education and Health Sciences well into the future.

I am delighted that the new Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the first stand-alone school of its type in the nation, is also housed in Westlake Hall, thanks to the continued generosity of BOB TURNER ’77 MBA ’78 and his wife, Carolyn. This fall, we welcomed our first class of students from all disciplines to develop their entrepreneurial and innovative skills in their distinct fields of study.

I am particularly proud that while restoring Westlake we retained our heritage. The original limestone rear walls and copper gutters are now in the atrium and, combined with a barrel ceiling and Gothic architectural trim, they provide a historic link to Horology Hall. Furthermore, the stately wood front doors lead to the same steps and metal banister that Lydia Moss Bradley used when she opened the building in 1897.

I invite you to return for the rededication of Westlake Hall on October 12, during Homecoming Week. You will have the opportunity to tour Westlake, visit with faculty members and reflect on how the original building served the University for so long and so well … even though it was just 40 feet wide.

With the crowning academic jewel in the Campaign for a Bradley Renaissance complete, there is much to do and see during our Homecoming festivities. I hope you will return to the Hilltop to rekindle memories and friendships, attend Founder’s Day, witness the unveiling of a statue honoring Coach A.J. Robertson, cheer on our volleyball team and our nationally ranked soccer team, and support our men’s and women’s basketball teams at the Red & White scrimmages. Homecoming begins October 10 with the lighting of the “B” atop Bradley Hall. I look forward to welcoming you home to the Hilltop.

Thank you for all you do for our beloved University.

Warm regards,

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Rebranding Bradley Athletics

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Give me a “B”! Bradley Athletics has unveiled a new set of wordmarks and logos that provide a consistent, distinctive look for the athletic department and fans alike.

Melding old & new

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Renovating iconic Westlake Hall while expanding its footprint by six times the original size took years of planning and two years of construction. The cutting-edge building is now a stunning blend of the past … and the future.

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Horology on the Hilltop

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If antique jewelry or a treasured watch is in your family, it just might have a Bradley connection. For 65 years, respected jewelers and watchmakers graduated from Bradley’s Horology School, housed in Westlake Hall.

Summer view

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Following the spring aerial photo of campus in the last issue, University photographer Duane Zehr once again takes to the skies to share a summertime view of campus.

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Web Extras The stories don’t stop here. Visit bradley.edu/hilltopics/extras for more articles, as well as pictures and videos from this issue.

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Staff Karen Crowley Metzinger, MA ’97 clara miles, ma ’05 executive editor assistant editor Gayle Erwin mcdowell ’77 sarah dukes associate editor art director bob grimson ’81 Duane Zehr assistant editor university photographer

Student Staff Assistants hannah antonacci ’12, adrienne mintz ’14

Administration joanne K. Glasser president

shelley epstein associate vice president for university communications

On the cover: The transformation of historic Westlake Hall completes the Campaign for a Bradley Renaissance. Photo by Duane Zehr.

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Student body presidents Thank you for the terrific article about the Bradley student body presidents in the last issue. It was fascinating to read up on a community of individuals who share a common experience, but who did not know very much about each other. Well done!

ART WEBSTER ’78

Cromwell, Conn.

Honoring a legend I couldn’t agree more with KENT FARLEY ’63 regarding what I consider a snub of CHET WALKER ’62, one of the greatest athletes and men who has ever come out of Bradley. For those of us who were privileged to watch the battles between Chet “The Jet” and “The Big O,” Oscar Robertson of Cincinnati, from 1958 to 1962, it was such fun. I don’t think in Bradley’s basketball tradition you can find anything comparable. Just ask JOE BILLY McDADE ’59 MA ’60, BOBBY JOE MASON ’60, CURLEY JOHNSON ’58, and others who played with him. If Chet wasn’t the greatest athlete, he was one of the top five our school has ever produced considering the times and the fact the team competed against southern schools.

I had the privilege of taking some classes with Chet. He was a great example. Give the man his due.

JIM HYMAN ’62

Edina, Minn.

I was pleased to read the letter by KENT FARLEY ’63 on “Recognizing CHET WALKER ’62.”

I shared a lot of classes with Chet as we were both physical education majors. Chet’s years at Bradley were memorable in many ways. Besides being a two-time, first-team All-American

(1960–61 and 1961–62 seasons), Chet led the Braves to postseason play each of his varsity seasons, including the NIT championship over Providence in 1960. In addition, the Braves were ranked #2 in the nation behind Ohio State, which had Jerry Lucas, John Havlicek, and Bobby Knight. Probably the greatest college game I have ever seen was Bradley’s 91-90 victory over Cincinnati in 1960. The following week, the cover story in Sports Illustrated was “A Mighty Roar in Peoria.”

I followed Chet’s career in the NBA, which included a championship with the Philadelphia 76ers. Chet was a class act and one of the most decent human beings I met at Bradley.

HANK ROTH ’62

Ardsley, N.Y. The summer issue of your magazine had a letter from KENT FARLEY ’63 regarding CHET WALKER ’62. I agree wholeheartedly that Bradley needs to remember its superstars. I’ll never forget the night that Chet and the Braves beat Oscar Robertson and the Bearcats 91-90 at the old Field House. Having made the freshman team as a walk-on, it was a great honor to have been on the same floor with Chet “The Jet.” RANDY SWEARINGEN ’63

Naperville, Ill. EDITOR’S NOTE: See page 10 for an article about Chet “The Jet’s” induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Sept. 7.

Speech team memories Reading about the Bradley forensics team’s laurels and history brought back memories for me. I was part of a Bradley team that went

to the University of Missouri for a tournament in the mid ’50s. It was still a time when there was segregation in Missouri and many other southern states.

When we got to the motel, they would not allow a black team member to stay. Our coach, Dr. Norton, created a big fuss, and he was allowed to stay. The next morning, we could see people with fumigation equipment waiting to clean the room.

When we headed back to Peoria, one of the vehicles had engine problems, and we had to stop in a small Missouri town. My teammate and I walked down the street to get something to eat, and everyone looked at us.

He noticed and said we should catch up with the others. They would not serve him at the restaurant except through the kitchen. We all decided to skip eating.

I always remembered this trip and ended up in 1994 founding a program to insure companies for discrimination and sexual harassment liability. I will be 77 this year and am grateful that these instances of segregation will never again happen in the open.

JUDY RACHEL McKINNEY ’58

Shippensburg, Pa. Let me say congratulations to the 2012 speech team for winning both the AFA and NFA — a great accomplishment that should be celebrated. Let me also congratulate Hilltopics for realizing what a great accomplishment it is and recognizing that for more than 30 years the speech team has been something to be celebrated at Bradley. Many share my opinion that this article should have been written years ago. I would love to see an article about alumni who have won individual championships and what they are doing today.

Bradley is a private, independent university in Peoria, Illinois, offering 6,000 students the choice of more than 100 academic programs. Bradley links academic excellence, experiential learning, and leadership development with an entrepreneurial spirit for a world-class education. Our size provides students extensive resources not available at most private colleges and the personal attention not commonly found at large universities. © Bradley University 2012 Bradley Hilltopics is published in winter, spring, summer, and fall by Bradley University for alumni, faculty, staff, parents of students, and other friends of the University. Send letters and address changes to: Hilltopics, Bradley University, 1501 West Bradley Avenue, Peoria, IL 61625. 309-677-2249 fax 309-677-4055 e-mail: hilltopics@bradley.edu website: bradley.edu/hilltopics campus information: 309-676-7611 Bradley University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and the promotion of equal opportunities for all persons regardless of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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Your article does an admirable job of recognizing the 2011–12 team and director Dan Smith. His 14 national titles in 16 years of coaching are a fantastic accomplishment.

You also recognized two icons in the world of intercollegiate forensics. Laurence Norton and George Armstrong built Bradley into a national powerhouse and deserve every bit of credit the article gives them.

So here’s my question — why did you ignore the other three directors whose teams won almost a third of Bradley’s national championships?

Gary Dreibelbis was mentioned but not that he was director for three years and won six national titles. His teams never lost in national competition. I am not impartial when it comes to Gary (I was on those teams) or the director who followed him. My wife Katie Elton was director from 1991 to 1994, and her teams won all three NFA championships and two AFA championships. Katie and Karen Piercy, who was director in 1995 and 1996, were never mentioned.

I know there are many alumni who would join me in thanking Gary, Katie, and Karen for their significant contributions to the Bradley speech team “dynasty.”

ANDY WESTLEY ’91

Buffalo Grove, Ill. EDITOR’S NOTE: Thank you for giving Bradley Hilltopics the opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Gary Dreibelbis, Katie Elton, and Karen Piercy.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Bradley’s longtime business manager was honored in the summer issue, at the top of page 3 on the inaugural Bradley Bits page.

Visit bradley.edu/go/ht-goldinretires to read more about Ken.

Proud of women’s basketball I want to thank Bradley Hilltopics for shedding light on the speech team. When my friends and family saw the cover and the team picture inside, some realized for the first time that what I did on the Bradley University speech team was important. I have transitioned from a competitor on the team to a coach, and your article makes it easy to move forward this season knowing the Bradley community is behind us.

My compliments to you on the excellent summer edition of Bradley Hilltopics. The spread on the speech team’s accomplishments over the years is very interesting. What an awesome double-page photograph of the Bradley campus. Such detail and clarity. Well done.

After reading the recent article about Bradley’s athletic director, Dr. Michael Cross, I was left wondering if Bradley still has a women’s basketball team?

As a former member of the team at Bradley, I found the article to be neglectful of the hard work and dedication that all athletes devote to their respective sports, regardless of gender.

In my senior year, our team set the school record for most wins in a season. A few years ago, when Paula Buscher’s team broke that record, it was bittersweet for me. That same year, the Lady Braves made their first postseason tournament appearance. I attended that game and was a very proud alumna of Bradley and the women’s basketball team.

I am proud to have been a Lady Brave and want the very best for future generations of women’s basketball players at Bradley.

GARRETT STONE ’50

SONYA BEELER ’92

REBI ROOS ’12

Germantown Hills, Ill.

Peoria, Ill.

Lebanon, Ohio

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Cross discussed every team during the interview, but space was limited.

Women’s basketball is featured on page 11.

After receiving the latest edition of Hilltopics, I was so disappointed that there was not a farewell article on KEN GOLDIN ’64 MA ’72. The gala was such a terrific night, and his career is well worth the print. I am not sure why this event lacked the coverage.

MONICA CLEMENS

Washington, Ill.

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Taking shape Watch the action as the Alumni Quad at the far west side of campus continues to take shape. A webcam stationed atop Morgan Hall provides a great view. More green space, wrought iron fencing, and a statue of legendary coach A.J. Robertson are being installed.

The statue of “Robbie” will be unveiled on October 12. See the transformation at bradley.edu/webcams/alumnicenter.

Eating it up

Camille Yameen Bradley Hilltopics magazine The Bradley Forensics Alumni Network (BFAN) challenged all alums of the speech team to take pictures of the summer Hilltopics in unique places with unique people.

Took this picture of a worldrenowned dance crew member of Jabbawockeez in Las Vegas before one of his shows. Just thought I would share!

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Bradley students got a taste of what Peoria has to offer at Taste of Bradley during Welcome Week. Frank Abdnour dishes up ice cream from The Spotted Cow as everything from pizza to steak to smoothies and ethnic favorites were featured from 20 vendors.

Music and volleyball on the Quad rounded out the event.

Social media check-in

President’s Night Out

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Fulbright Scholar

President Joanne Glasser led the cheering at the season-opening soccer game, a 2-0 victory over Eastern Illinois. Freshmen received free T-shirts, and many of those shirts continue to appear around campus.

Sports camps Elementary and high school students hit, kicked, dug, and ran on campus this summer.

Nine Bradley sports teams sponsored camps or clinics for more than 1,000 budding athletes.

Who knows? The next gavin glinton ’01 or HERSEY HAWKINS ’88 might have been among them.

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After receiving a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship, BRITTANY HORTON ’12 headed to new adventures in July in South Korea. She’ll live with a host family and teach at a school for a year. Brittany is one of about 80 U.S. college graduates in the Fulbright program in Korea.

Seven-time national speech champion JACOBY COCHRAN ’13, in the purple shirt, discusses his speech career and performs the introduction to one of his award-winning pieces for The Chronicle of Higher Education. Visit bradley. edu/go/ht-jacobychronicle to listen to his speech.

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power of high marks for bradley this fall Bradley University has once again received high marks from national publications. In its annual America’s Best Colleges publication, U.S.News and World Report ranked Bradley sixth in a listing of the best universities offering master’s degrees in the Midwest. In the “best value” category, Bradley moved up one spot to #5.

“I am pleased that Bradley continues to be recognized as a top university in Illinois and the nation,” said Joanne Glasser, Bradley president. “The rankings validate what our students already know, that Bradley provides a world-class education that links academic excellence, experiential learning, and leadership development.”

For the 14th consecutive year, Bradley was included in The Best 377 Colleges by the Princeton Review. Published by Random House,

the 2013 edition places Bradley’s athletic facilities in the nation’s Top 20. The rankings are the result of surveys completed by 122,000 college students.

Entrepreneur magazine includes the University’s entrepreneurship program in its October issue. Bradley is ranked #23 on the magazine’s undergraduate-level list produced by the Princeton Review. The program was also recognized on Entrepreneur’s list last year.

G.I. Jobs magazine again cited Bradley as a Military Friendly School. The designation honors the top 15 percent of schools that work to ensure success for members of the online military, veterans, and their Visit bradley. families. edu/go/htrankings2013 The Alumni Factor also for more featured Bradley in its rankings information. of 177 universities. Graduates who are “connected via deep friendships and well prepared for their careers” were noted in the new publication, which examines factors such as student-faculty ratio, cost, and graduates’ incomes.

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new food court spices up student center Bradley students returned for the fall semester to a renovated food court and new dining options with longer hours in the Michel Student Center.

Four new restaurants — Moe’s, Greens to Go, Topio’s, and Chick-fil-A — fill a spacious food court in place of the previous cafeteria and dining services. Moe’s Southwestern Grill offers Tex-Mex favorites; Topio’s has pizza, salads, and pasta; Greens to Go features made-toorder salads; and Chick-fil-A is famous for chicken sandwiches and waffle fries.

Restaurants were chosen based on nationwide research and student surveys, said Matt Wilton, Aramark’s dining services general manager at Bradley. He said eventually there will be 175 to 180 full-time and student workers.

“I like the variety of the food, and the soda machines are really cool,” said AUSTIN BEACHUM ’16, who praised the CocaCola Freestyle drink machines that allow users to customize their beverages with added flavors and combinations.

A P.O.D. (Provisions On Demand) convenience-style store replaces Outtakes. It offers fresh fruit, cereals, baked goods, drinks, and more. Chick-fil-A is open for breakfast, and other restaurants serve until 3 a.m. seven days a week. Along with the central dining area, there is a separate space for faculty and staff dining and one conducive to study just around the corner from the food court.

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Dr. Eden Blair interacts with her entrepreneurship students, Kristie Covey ’14 and Rob Kennedy ’13.

New school targets entrepreneurs

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More Bradley students with an entrepreneurial bent will get a foundation in that growing field thanks to the newly created Robert and Carolyn Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the first standalone school of its type in the country.

ROBERT TURNER ’77 MBA ’78 and his wife Carolyn endowed the academic unit, which is open to students from all majors. The school will offer both classroom and experiential learning opportunities.

“Bradley’s collaborative atmosphere helps the University serve as a robust learning environment for students — inspiring creativity across disciplines,” Turner said. “Carolyn and I are delighted to be part of the new school at Bradley that will truly foster entrepreneurship and innovation for generations of students.”

Courses already offered include entrepreneurial creativity, law and the entrepreneur, social entrepreneurship, and technology entrepreneurship. There are 558 students currently enrolled in entrepreneurship courses. Dr. Gerald Hills, the founding academic and executive director of the school, has an office rOBERT TURNER ’77 MBA ’78 is chairman and chief adjacent to the Institute for Principled investment officer of Turner Investments in Pennsylvania, Leadership in Westlake Hall. He praised which manages $12 billion in assets. He and his wife the president’s committee on entrepreCarolyn endowed the new entrepreneur academic unit neurship and innovation that worked in perpetuity. In 2000, the couple endowed the Turner to establish the school.

Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley. Their son

ANDREW TURNER ’11 is a Bradley graduate.

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“The quality of faculty committee members has been outstanding, and they deserve the credit for this initiative,” he said. “Our goal is to create significant learning experiences for a thousand students each year.”

The Turner School plans to offer both an academic minor and a scholars program, following an approval process. Both feature required entrepreneurial courses and electives. The goal is to encourage students to think in new ways and lead others to develop business or social opportunities.

Experiential learning options could include competing in Project Springboard, creating a new business, or studying entrepreneurial opportunities and issues abroad.

Bradley was recently ranked 23rd at the undergraduate level for entrepreneurship programs by Entrepreneur magazine and the Princeton Review.

“Students may be oriented toward music, engineering, or English but also know that entrepreneurial skills will help them to have successful careers, possibly encompassing new ventures,” Hills said. “We live in a world of rapid change and uncertainty. We believe preparing Bradley students for the future demands entrepreneurial and innovation education. It is a mindset and an orientation to cope with the future.”

The dedication ceremony for the Robert and Carolyn Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation will be held on October 25, in the Westlake atrium at 5 p.m. More information about the Turners’ gift will be featured in the winter issue of Bradley Hilltopics.

— Bob Grimson ’81

Dr. Gerald Hills, the Turner Professor of Entrepreneurship in the Foster College of Business, was honored in September for his trailblazing work.

He is the third recipient of the Karl Vesper Award, which is given by Oklahoma State University, one of the nation’s leading entrepreneurship schools. Hills also received a “Highly Commended Award” for the best research article, “Influence from Entrepreneurship in Marketing Theory,” in 2011 in the Journal of Research in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, published by Emerald Publishing in Ireland.

Hills has written or edited more than 100 articles and 25 books, was co-founder and president of the U.S. Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and president of the International Council for Small Business. He also founded and leads the Collegiate Entrepreneurship Organization, a student association located on 240 campuses. He is founding academic and executive director of the new Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Bradley.

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Accounting for success

Research grant leads to international award

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Companies with expensive parts for which there is sporadic demand may have a better time forecasting how to handle that demand, thanks to research by a team of Bradley computer science graduate students and faculty.

The research was supported by a Caterpillar Inc. grant awarded to Dr. Chris Nikolopoulos for the 2011–12 academic year. Three universities partnered with Caterpillar Logistics’ Research and Innovation Group to work on the International Dr. Ross Fink; JOHN GRIFFITH, MS ’13; SHASHWATI RAMTEKE, MS ’12; and Dr. Demand Forecasting Competition. Participants Chris Nikolopoulos with their trophies for winning the International Demand attended a three-day conference at Cat Logistics’ Forecasting Competition, sponsored by Caterpillar Logistics. Graduate student and team member SHUA MURTAZA is not pictured.

Morton facility in June. Bradley’s research assistants JOHN GRIFFITH, MS ’13; SHASHWATI RAMTEKE, MS ’12; and SHUA MURTAZA, along with principal investigator Nikolopoulos and consultant “Each team’s forecasting system was evaluated on Dr. Ross Fink, were recognized with individual and optimizing such criteria as service level, profit, return on team trophies for winning the competition. net assets, and inventory turns by testing on a set of blind Other top finishers were Brunel University in London data provided by Caterpillar,” Nikolopoulos said. “The and Tsinghua University in Beijing. The project focused competing universities were among the best in the world, on forecasting the need for parts with intermittent demand. so it was especially gratifying to win this competition. We The infrequent need for the parts makes inventory control were able to extend principles from artificial intelligence, difficult, and traditional forecasting methods are not intelligent systems, and data mining to deliver a new adequate. forecasting approach which is superior, we believe, to traditional statistical techniques.”

— Bob Grimson ’81

Two accounting professors, along with an adjunct professor of business management, were honored for writing the best paper published in 2011 by the monthly Journal of Accountancy.

Associate Professor Coleen Troutman (left), and Assistant Professor Mollie Adams (right), with Adjunct Professor Gail Petravick (center), won the John Lawler Award for a paper on “Advising Financially Stressed Clients.” It appeared in the September 2011 issue of the magazine, which is published by the nation’s largest organization of CPAs. “By the time a client consults a bankruptcy attorney, he or she may have lost assets which, with proper advice, could have been preserved,” Troutman said.

The award carries a $500 prize and is determined by a vote of the editorial advisers.

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From left to right: Professor Vladimir Uskov, Assistant Professors Dr. Alexander Uskov and Dr. Yun Wang, and Professor Jiang-Bo Liu are teaching courses in the newest mobile computing concentration at Bradley.

“We are among the first universities to offer an entire concentration in mobile computing, not just a stand-alone course,” reports Vladimir Uskov.

concentrating on mobile computing

Read the Bradley Scout each week at bradleyscout.com.

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Former staffers, be sure to attend the Scout reunion Oct. 20!

Visit bradley.edu/go/ ht-scoutreunion for more information and to register.

You see them at the mall, the supermarket, the airport, the coffee shop — people who aren’t just talking on their phones — they’re using smartphones and tablets for mobile computing. And, because sales of portable PCs outpaced the sale of desktop computers worldwide in the second quarter of 2012, it’s likely that millions more will embrace the trend in the not-so-distant future.

Preparing students to make a living with mobile technology has been on Bradley’s radar for several years. To help prospective students tour Bradley, an iPad application was built last year by a student and faculty member in the Department of Interactive Media (IM). Now, with new undergraduate and graduate concentrations in mobile computing, the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems (CS&IS) has positioned itself to prepare students for more varied, lucrative jobs in “serious” mobile technology areas. They include advanced mobile programming, mobile software engineering, mobile and wireless networks and services, and security of mobile hardware and software.

“We must be in this area due to industry trends and curriculum changes by leading universities — MIT; Stanford; University of California, Berkeley; Carnegie Mellon; the University of Illinois; and other schools,” remarks Dr. Vladimir Uskov, CS&IS professor. “Today, researchers all over the world are actively working on Web 3.0 where

smart mobile technology, distributed computing, and personalization services are the main drivers.”

Bradley’s CS&IS department’s new curriculum is based on guidelines from two leading professional organizations in computer science — IEEE and ACM. Uskov points out that other courses may be added later due to the rapidly changing learning content in the mobile technology area, including courses taught by other departments.

Computer game technology (CGT) is another concentration offered by CS&IS, along with Web, software, and computer security. Introduced two online years ago, those concentrations Visit cs.bradley. have become popular among edu to learn more students. CS&IS partnered with about the newest CS&IS courses and the IM department to develop concentrations. and teach a joint pool of courses.

Earlier this year, CS&IS introduced a graduate concentration in computing management — a joint program with the business management and administration, and marketing departments.

Positions such as software architects, software development managers, senior software engineers, and information technology (IT) project managers routinely earn six-figure median salaries. Graduates of the CS&IS department have enjoyed nearly a 100 percent placement rate.

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— Gayle Erwin McDowell ’77

Meeting the Dalai Lama Education’s critical role in the future of humankind was on the Dalai Lama’s mind during a visit from educators and counselors in June. Dr. Chris Rybak (holding the Dalai Lama’s hand) was in Dharamsala, India, for a conference when he met the spiritual leader. Rybak co-presented a workshop at the 2012 conference for Tibetan school guidance counselors. The Bradley professor chairs the Department of Leadership in Education, Human Services, and Counseling. In 2009, he was a Fulbright scholar in Nepal, and in 2002–03, he completed a Fulbright sabbatical to India. Rybak teaches several Bradley graduate-level courses, including Group Counseling and Counseling Diverse Populations.

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Professors, speech coach, and service program earn awards

JUSTINE HARRIS ’11, ZACH KEESEE ’12, and ELISE DISMER ’13 were NBC interns at the 2012 Olympics in London.

Faculty members in business, English, communication, psychology, and religious studies were recognized with prestigious awards at the 2012 University Conference on August 14. A flourishing, year-old program offering monthly volunteer opportunities for students also earned recognition.

President Joanne Glasser presented three President’s Awards for extraordinary service during the past year:

bradley interns at the olympics interns. They also had a chance to do creative pieces, such as hers on rhythmic gymnastics. “We had free rein. It was like a playground,” Puerto said. “They encouraged us to do what we were interested in.”

All praised Bradley’s communications department and said the experience was invaluable.

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Stoner, professor of business management and administration

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Helping NBC’s coverage of the 2012 London Games be the best it could be was an Olympian task for 10 Bradley students interning for the network in England and New York. They found the 12-hour workdays, hectic pace, and sometimes-uncomfortable work conditions paid off with memories, connections, and pride.

“There were days I was assigned four to five sports.

We had to have everything correct. NBC can’t have anything go out poorly,” said MATT DeFREITAS ’13, who served as a logger in New York. Loggers watched events as they happened, recorded them, time-coded them, and used a keyword or phrase so producers could access highlights to be shown later. He logged events ranging from the United States vs. France women’s soccer opener to the gold medal basketball final between the U.S. and Spain.

ELISE DISMER ’13 had an up-close view of the action.

As a “runner” in London, she delivered clothing, tickets, equipment, and food, covering all parts of the Olympic complex.

“We would touch every part of the Olympics, eventually,” she said. “I was walking through the complex, and the girls’ gymnastics team was being interviewed. They were all doing splits.”

Once she dropped off a suit to a hotel and later was pleased to see it being worn by a television announcer.

New York runners had similar experiences, according to CHRISTOPHER MORGAN ’14, who discussed basketball with WNBA star and Olympian Lisa Leslie and shared an elevator with NBC anchor Brian Williams.

“If anybody asked for it, I did it. If you can think it, I did it,” Morgan said.

Working at NBC’s “30 Rock” headquarters and in the same studio where Saturday Night Live originates was all in a day’s work for the New York interns.

“There’s more to TV than being on TV,” said DeFreitas.

Bradley’s interns were selected by NBC personnel in competition with other college students, primarily from Ithaca, Syracuse, Notre Dame, and USC. KRISTINA PUERTO ’13 was supposed to be a runner but was shifted to shot selector for Web highlights. She said all highlight videos on NBCOlympics.com were created by

MILES HIMMEL ’14 said he felt “overprepared” by all the behind-the-scenes work done by the communications department and professors. He added that his classes gave him familiarity with the equipment, procedures, and jargon he would be using. Dismer said goal-setting was included as interns prepped for the job.

“It put in our mind ‘what do you want to accomplish?’” she said. “They wanted us to make Bradley proud, and we had that in mind.”

They received support from Peoria and the Bradley community, as well as from their hometowns, high schools, and past teachers.

“It opened a door,” said MONTEL HARDY ’13, who worked in New York logging events. “I know if I put in the work, one day I can work at a place like NBC.” “Not only did I watch, like everybody did, I was a part of bringing the Olympics to America,” Puerto said. “We were a part of history.”

— Bob Grimson ’81

Conley, associate professor of English Smith, communication instructor and former forensics director

• Dan

First-year Faculty Award: Amy Bacon, assistant professor of psychology

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Outstanding Academic Adviser: • Dr. Jason

Zaborowski, associate professor of religious studies

Helen Bartlett Award for Excellence in Service to Students: on Saturday, sponsored by Lewis J. Burger Center for Student Leadership and Public Service. The program later received a national student leadership award, a $5,000 grant from the Jenzabar Foundation.

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SportScene bradley athletics thanks our partners

Some of the world’s most respected companies are aligned with Bradley Athletics. The department is proud of the partnerships providing yearlong support of Bradley’s 15 Division l men’s and women’s sports and appreciates the companies helping the University accomplish one of its missions: to provide every student-athlete the opportunity for both a distinctive education and a championship experience.

For information on the levels of corporate partnerships, call Heidi Wegmueller at 309-677-2633.

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online Visit bradley.edu/go/ ht-athleticspartners for a list of the 2012–13 corporate partners and giving levels.

rebranding bradley athletics When Dr. Michael Cross arrived on the Hilltop in 2010 as director of athletics, it didn’t take him long to recognize the need to make athletic rebranding a high priority. “If you walked through the department right now and asked the coaches to pull out five pieces of apparel from their closets, we would have — no exaggeration — 30 to 40 different logos and looks across 15 teams,” Cross said. “Our overall branding, as it is related to Bradley Athletics, was inconsistent. Now, we have completed the rebranding process, and it’s an exciting opportunity to clearly represent Bradley Athletics in a very consistent manner.”

On August 17, the athletic department unveiled its new brand marks, with a focus on retaining a sense of the University’s athletic history and recognizing its traditions.

“We have strong brand equity in the name ‘Bradley,’” Cross said, “and we are moving from ‘BU’ to focus on the letter ‘B.’” The new brand is gradually being incorporated onto the uniforms of Bradley’s 15 Division I men’s and women’s sports teams. All teams are wearing the new design on their warmups and practice gear.

Cross stressed that this is online not an institutional brand.

Visit bradley.edu/go/ Although the University brand ht-athleticbranding and the athletic brand will to view more branding elements. complement each other, the University brand will have a different look. Athletics is focusing on the “B,” incorporating a “shield” graphic, and adding the word “Bradley” as a wordmark. “It is distinctive and clean, representing Bradley’s long and storied athletic history,” Cross added.

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Unveiling the new athletic brand Following months of committee work, Bosack designed a font unique to Bradley’s athletic department: the primary logo features a red and white letter “B” set inside a white shield above the word “BRADLEY” (top); secondary logos include just the shield and “B” combo, sports-specific wordmarks (above, left), as well as the “B” alone (above, right). All the marks have specific alterations for use on light and dark backgrounds.

“A style guide was developed for the new athletic brand identity system to provide guidance and ensure consistency for Bradley teams and fans alike,” Andrews said.

The implementation and monitoring of the athletic brand is the responsibility of Andrews; Heidi Wegmueller, assistant athletic director for external affairs; and the Licensing Resource Group.

— Karen Crowley Metzinger, MA ’97

chet “the jet” lands in the hall of fame

Watch Walker’s induction speech at the Naismith Hall of Fame at bradley.edu/go/ ht-chetspeech.

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Under the leadership of Cross and Susan Andrews, associate vice president for marketing, a committee of students, faculty, staff, and alumni worked with the Joe Bosack Graphic Design Co., a southeastern Pennsylvania firm specializing in athletic brand identity development across all visual platforms.

Bradley standout and NBA star CHET “THE JET” WALKER ’62 came in for a landing on September 7 at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass.

“It’s great; it’s wonderful. It’s something I’ve always looked forward to, but it just took me a long time to get here,” said Walker, who led Bradley to the 1960 NIT title and enjoyed a 13-year NBA career with the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls.

Walker led Bradley to a 69-14 record and back-to-back NIT appearances during his three varsity seasons on the Hilltop. He was a unanimous first-team All-American left: Bradley and NBA great CHET WALKER ’62 in 1962 and a three-time selection as makes his induction speech during ceremonies at first-team All-Missouri Valley Conference. the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Watching He still ranks fourth in Bradley record him is fellow Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas, who books for scoring and shooting percentwas among those presenting Walker.

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coach michael brooks duane zehr

EDUCATION: BA, communications, theater, Western State College (Colorado); M.Ed, Central Methodist University (Missouri)

National search leads to familiar face As an assistant coach and director of operations, Michael Brooks was part of Bradley’s first two postseason tournament appearances in women’s basketball. Next season, he gets a chance for a third appearance, but this time he will lead the Braves. He celebrated his 31st birthday July 6 by being named the eighth head coach in the program’s 37-year history.

“He’s been a part of two of the most successful seasons in Bradley women’s basketball history,” said Dr. Michael Cross, director of athletics. “I’m looking forward to working with him to build upon our recent success to even greater heights.”

Brooks was an assistant at Bradley last season when the team finished 18-16 and had its first postseason home victory in the Women’s Basketball Invitational. He served as director of operations in the 2009–10 season when the team finished 17-14, was third in the Missouri Valley Conference, and made its first postseason appearance.

In between, he was co-head coach of women’s basketball at Central Methodist University. He also was its assistant women’s coach in the 2006–07 and 2008–09 seasons.

The new coach played football and was on the track team at Western State College after transferring from the University of Nebraska, Omaha.

“Sincere relationships and doing things the right way are what set us apart,” said Brooks, who replaces Paula

bradley career: director

Buscher, who served as head coach for 12 years. “We will have a team with an unwavering work ethic and a commitment to Bradley’s ideals. Recruiting is a major focus … getting everybody on the same page. The foundation has been laid. Now, we just have to do some fine detailing to get where we want to go.”

“ Sincere relationships and doing things the right way are what set us apart.”

— coach michael brooks “I’ve had him as a coach, and I think we know what to expect,” said KATIE YOHN ’13, one of nine players scheduled to return this season. “We’re excited to see what he can do for our program.”

“He’s someone who’s completely passionate about the game,” said KELLY FRINGS ’14. “I’ve got a lot of respect for him. I can’t wait to play for him and put on the jersey again for Bradley.”

age and second in rebounds and points-per-game. He also holds the school record for double-doubles (points and rebounds in a game).

“We had a great team and great players,” Walker said about his time on the Hilltop. “It was a small, intimate school that I liked because you can get special attention in those kinds of schools. And I had good college coaching with JOE STOWELL ’50 MA ’56 and CHUCK ORSBORN ’39 MS ’51. So most of my life I’ve had good coaches, and that is extremely important.”

After graduation, Walker was an all-rookie selection in 1963 and seventime NBA all-star. He missed just 21 games in his pro career and was a member of one of the greatest teams in NBA history — the 1967 Philadelphia squad.

That team featured such notables as Billy Cunningham and Wilt Chamberlain.

Cunningham joined fellow Hall of Famers Earl Monroe, Adrian Dantley, and

of women’s basketball operations, 2009–10; assistant coach, 2011–12 Other college coaching:

assistant football, Quincy University, 2005; assistant football, Central Methodist, 2006; assistant women’s basketball, Central Methodist, 2006–07 and 2008–09; co-head coach, Central Methodist, 2010–11 High school coaching: boys’ and girls’ track, Glasgow (Missouri), 2006–08; assistant coach, boys’ and girls’ basketball, Glasgow Hometown: Omaha, Neb. family: Wife ANDI SUTHERLAND BROOKS, MA ’05, assistant

Bradley women’s coach and director of women’s basketball operations, 2003–05; one daughter

— Bob Grimson ’81

Isiah Thomas in presenting Walker at the induction ceremonies. Only 313 people or teams have been enshrined in the Naismith Hall since 1959.

“Bradley followers have recalled for decades the impact Chet Walker had on Bradley basketball and the Peoria area,” said Bradley President Joanne Glasser, who attended the induction. “Being enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame confirms his status as one of the all-time greats in the history of the game.”

After his NBA career, Walker went into the entertainment industry, becoming a film and television producer. He won an Emmy Award as co-producer of A Mother’s Courage: The Mary Thomas Story, a made-for-TV movie about Isiah Thomas’ mother.

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This original wrought iron staircase reminds me that more than 100 years ago, Lydia Moss Bradley walked these halls and touched this very handrail that I touch each day.

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—D r. Joan L. Sattler Dean of the College of Education and Health Sciences

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Dr. SHERRIE PARDIECK, MA ’88, professor of teacher education, and Dr. Dean Cantu, chairman of the Department of Teacher Education, meet with graduate students in one of the atrium’s first-floor collaboration spaces.

Westlake shines How times have changed. Originally named Horology Hall 115 years ago, Westlake Hall opened its new doors for the 2012 fall semester, following a $24 million renovation and a 71,105-square-foot expansion. Housing more than $1 million in sophisticated technology, the College of Education and Health Sciences (EHS) takes the concept of collaborative learning to a new extreme.

Along with sunlight pouring into the spacious atrium, an expansive wall of live bamboo creates an inviting learning environment. Comfortable work spaces abound in the atrium, and innovative theater seating adjacent to the main stairwell offers flat-panel projection opportunities for practicing presentations.

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touring westlake hall with lifelong educator Dr. Joan L. Sattler (above, right) was truly a learning experience. She paused at Westlake’s entrance (above) and noted how it received a facelift with new exterior doors that remained true to the design of the originals. The EHS dean smiled for the next hour as she pointed out original architectural elements, including a section of stunning barrel ceilings, juxtaposed against state-of-the-art improvements.

Housed in the original portion of the building, her bright, spacious office overlooks Olin Quad.

“This experience has been the pinnacle of my career,” Sattler said.

“Considering that our calling is to prepare educators and health care professionals in this academic building, our priority — every renovation and improvement — focused on an engaged learning and group project-based approach both inside and outside of the classroom.

In fact, I prefer the words ‘teaching and learning spaces’ instead of ‘classrooms.’”

In the lower level, a computer lab (right) accommodates 28 students, offering individual and group workspaces and wall-mounted monitors. Smart board technology here and in most classrooms promotes an interactive learning environment.

Lab management software enables instructors to view any student’s monitor and display its contents to the class.

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eight expansive collaboration spaces are strategically located

throughout Westlake Hall. Technology allows students to videotape their presentations, display them on wall monitors, and critique the results. Glass tabletops and “idea” walls painted with white IdeaPaint allow students to use dry-erase markers on writable surfaces when collaborating on projects. Dr. Helja Antola Crowe, professor of teacher education and EHS Global Scholars director (standing above), works with students.

Cork flooring in this area and other high-traffic locations, along with porcelain tile flooring, are examples of the focus to incorporate renewable resources.

According to planning supervisor KIM GREEN ’96, the Westlake project was designed to achieve LEED Gold certification. “From construction and waste material to our furniture selections, specific criteria had to be met. Anything that could be recycled was — that has been the most significant part of the certification.”

With an eye toward maintaining a sense of Westlake’s history, copper gutters and downspouts (right), now on interior walls, remain attached to the unique limestone exterior of the original building. “The small details mean everything,” added Green.

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Boasting 16 teaching spaces, a 100-seat auditorium, 60 faculty offices, five counseling suites, and a 135-seat professional development center, Westlake Hall is home to: • College

of Education and Health Sciences

• Department • Center

of Teacher Education

for STEM Education

• Department

of Leadership in Education, Human Services, and Counseling

• Institute

for Principled Leadership in Public Service

• Center

for Collaborative Brain Research

• Hospitality

Leadership

• Counseling

Research and Training Clinic

• Robert

and Carolyn Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

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located in the original building, the Center for Collaborative Brain Research offers students the opportunity to conduct research with co-director Dr. Lori Russell-Chapin (above, left) in a collaborative partnership between OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and the Illinois Neurological Institute.

Dr. Hwa Lee (in foreground above) and Dr. Celia Johnson work in the Assistive Technology Lab with students learning about instructing children with special needs.

Lee helped design the lab that includes an observation room and panel-surround acoustic treatments for teaching individuals with hearing impairment. The EHS dean notes that faculty helped design their respective classrooms and labs. “Each one of us believes we own a piece of Westlake,” Sattler said.

Dr. Shari L. Britner (below, left), associate professor of teacher education, works with students in the science lab using probes to measure the magnetic fields of magnets. Seven science workstations are equipped with water, gas, and pressurized air. A vented fume hood supports science activities in addition to Smart board and iPad technology.

Dr. Nancy Sherman (below, right) professor of clinical mental health counseling, observes classroom activity from behind a one-way mirror in one of three small therapy rooms. Two larger group counseling rooms also have observation booths and advanced instructional technology, including recording equipment.

westlake’s expansion literally opens doors for all students, especially those with special needs.

Westlake is now ADA accessible from the northeast entrance (shown below) and the west entrance across from the Markin Family Student Recreation Center.

ADA accessibility was a significant component in the project. Kim Green notes, “Bradley has come leaps and bounds from the original building in solving problems with stairs and access to the building.”

An elevator serves the new wing. As a result of the elevation variances between the original building and the expansion, glass-walled ramps were constructed in the atrium to bridge corresponding floors for accessibility.

To preserve the decades-old oak between Westlake and Bradley Halls, architects adjusted the original footprint, and offices were reconfigured with a curved exterior wall, adding to the beauty of the building.

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located in the new westlake wing, the professional development center (top), at the rear of Westlake, is a multipurpose area on the main floor with access to an outside patio. The center seats 135, features a staging kitchen, and can be closed off to make two separate rooms for simultaneous functions. The center’s first campuswide event took place in September when “The Ability Exhibit,” an interactive traveling exhibit, promoted inclusion of people with disabilities, attracting hundreds of students.

U.S. Secretary of Transportation RAY LaHOOD ’71 HON ’11 (above, at left) visited with faculty and students at Westlake in September. The former teacher met with Brad McMillan, the executive director of the Institute for Principled Leadership in Public Service, in the IPL office suite on the main floor.

The only place to find somewhat traditional rows of desks in the 84,591-squarefoot building is in the auditorium; however, the 100-seat auditorium is anything but traditional. The mediated/smart classroom offers lecture capture technology, and acoustical applications on the walls provide sound control. Nursing instructor and critical care nurse JOE DEGITZ ’97 MSN ’09 (above, right) uses the auditorium’s interactive projection system controlled by an iPad while teaching his medical-surgical nursing theory class.

We’re going to build an educational facility like this only once in a lifetime.

— K im Green ’96

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Horology on the hilltop

By Gayle Erwin McDowell ’77

1892

Thousands of the nation’s very best watchmakers and jewelers studied in Peoria for more than six decades, all because of the foresight of Bradley’s founder. Along with state-of-the-art equipment, the “horologs” had their own band and fraternity. During the two world wars, their building, known as Westlake Hall since 1946, adapted to accommodate soldiers on campus.

start

Lydia Moss Bradley purchases Parsons Horological School in LaPorte, Ind. She hires a train to transport students, faculty, and equipment to Peoria.

1910 A 40 x 49-foot wing is added to the north end, resulting in about one-third more space on each floor.

The $22,000 addition is expected to double the capacity of the overcrowded school.

1917 Psi Delta Omega fraternity is organized as a social group for horology students.

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1919

1931

Due to World War I, horology enrollment dips to only a dozen students. The Army Mechanical School of Instrument Repair takes over most of the building. Soldiers learn gunsmithing, lens grinding, and repair of delicate instruments.

Instructor George Wild becomes acting horology dean upon the death of Allen T. Westlake. Wild is dean until the school closes in 1961.

1960

1957

Students must enroll by January to complete course before the 18-month program ends.

Just 80 students remain.

History and geography departments take over the third floor as horology enrollment declines.

Students say for the first time ever, snow stops the hands of the clock.

1961 School of Horology closes in June. Westlake’s first two floors are renovated for the College of Education.

“Horology” is sandblasted from the entrance.

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1896 On Oct. 7, the Watch Factory Building housing the new school burns on Fredonia Street. Classes carry on in the students’ dormitory.

1906 More than 100 students study horology.

Each has a lathe at his bench.

1934 Clock gets a new pair of hands (only its second).

1897 Horological Department of Bradley Polytechnic Institute is dedicated on Friday, Nov. 19 — six weeks after Bradley Hall. The Bedford stone structure is the only building ever erected in America to be used exclusively as a horology school. It boasts “window-lit” benches, as well as inside benches, all supplied with gas and electric light.

1904

1903

Students work on new clock for tower.

Horology has its own band.

1945 With many men in the military, women account for 5 percent of the horology school’s enrollment. Engraving classes are moved to the popular Wigwam.

1946

1952

By August, more than 10,000 students had been enrolled in horology.

Building is renamed Westlake Hall to honor Allen T. Westlake, horology dean from 1899 until 1931. Postwar enrollment swells while as many as 17,000 applicants must be turned away.

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alumni center showcase: 1960s The 1960s case at the Hayden-Clark Alumni Center shows some of the changes that campus — and society — experienced. A large photo shows the dramatic aftermath of the Bradley Hall fire the night of January 12, 1963.

Later that year, administrators moved into the new Swords Hall. The size of the library almost doubled in 1966, thanks to a $1 million gift from Dr. Shelby Cullom Davis. With a $2.6 million gift from the Olin Foundation, Olin Hall was constructed next to Swords Hall and the library; the science building opened in 1968. Harper Hall, a new men’s dormitory, welcomed students the following year. A pin from the Student Center’s bowling alley sits in the case, along with the silver bowl won by Bradley’s undefeated GE College Bowl team in 1969, an Anaga yearbook, and punch cards from class registration.

Basketball enjoyed successful seasons in the ’60s with five NIT appearances, including championships in 1960 and 1964. Pictures of Ray Charles and Johnny Mathis, The Four Freshmen, and Louis Armstrong commemorate just a few of the concerts at Robertson Memorial Field House.

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HARRY JACOBS ’59 will be

inducted into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame in October.

Harry was co-captain of the 1958 Bradley football team before being selected in the 1959 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. He played three years for the Boston Patriots in the American Football League before being traded to the Buffalo Bills, winning AFL championships in 1964 and 1965.

Harry was an AFL all-star in 1965 and 1969 before finishing his career with the New Orleans Saints in 1970.

Subsequently, Harry formed The Jacobs Team, a financial services company.

He and his wife Kay have three children and nine grandchildren.

They live in Hamburg, N.Y. WARREN KNOLES ’70, senior vice president and chief technical officer at Crawford, Murphy & Tilly Inc., and CMT were honored as 2012 Outstanding Business of the Year by the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce for their respective efforts in promoting minority student involvement in civil engineering and construction. Earlier, he was elected chairman of Bradley’s Civil Engineering and Construction Department Advisory Board and inducted into the department’s hall of fame. Warren and his wife Deb have two children and live in Springfield.

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JEANNE CYRIAQUE ’72 was

honored with the Mary Gregory Jewett Award for lifetime preservation service from The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, the organization’s highest individual honor. Jeanne has been coordinator of African-American programs in the Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources since 2000. She also is editor of Reflections, a publication featuring historic resources and preservation initiatives. Jeanne holds a master’s degree from the University of Illinois and lives in East Point, Ga.

’77

DALLAS DAVIS HANCOCK ’77

was inducted into the Smith Society at the National Association of Realtors midyear conference in May in Washington, D.C. The society recognizes excellence in industry and professional leadership. Dallas has been CEO of the Peoria Area Association of Realtors since 1985.

She and her husband Joe have two sons and live in Edwards.

’83

CATHERINE CLARK ’83 received

the Isaac Jordan Faculty Pluralism Award at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology.

She is an associate professor and audiologist at the school, where she also coordinates clinical and rehabilitative services for more than 300 students with cochlear implants.

Catherine holds a master’s degree from the University of Louisville and a clinical doctoral degree in audiology from Salus University. She lives in Rochester, N.Y.

’85

CHRISTOPHER CANTELE ’85

completed certification as a divemaster, the first level of professional certification by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors. Chris worked 27 years in advertising, founding his own firm, Cantele, Sedivy and Associates, in 1996. He lives in Lisle.

BONNIE STARK KNAUB ’85 earned her MBA from Chancellor University.

She is an executive sales representative for Merck & Co. Bonnie and her husband Paul have two children and live in Massachusetts.

’88

ROGER SMITHBERG ’88 was

’89

JANA HUNZICKER ’89 MA ’94

promoted to senior vice president, wealth adviser at David A. Noyes & Co., where he works with investors, endowments, trusts, and pension plans. He has three children and lives in Elgin with his wife Mary Kay.

received a faculty research award from the College of Education and Health Sciences Center for Research and Service earlier this year. She is an assistant professor in Bradley’s Department of Teacher Education. Earlier, Jana earned a faculty service award. She holds a doctoral degree from Illinois State University.

Jana lives in Washington with her husband GREG WILSON ’13.

JONAH RICE ’89 is beginning his fourth year as president of Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg. The school has been honored by the Aspen Foundation and listed in the Illinois lieutenant governor’s report as a top community college for student completion and retention. Earlier, Jonah was SIC’s distinguished alumnus.

A veteran of the Bradley speech team, he coached speech and debate at SIC and was division chairman of humanities. He and his wife Megin are the parents of three children.

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warren knoles ’70

DALLAS DAVIS HANCOCK ’77

CATHERINE CLARK ’83

DYANNA DOUBEK DATTILO ’91

earned a master’s degree in speech-language pathology from Northern Illinois University. She lives in Bartlett.

SEAN O’GRADY ’91 was elected president of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce earlier this year. He is senior vice president at Evanston Hospital and JOANNE “JJ” LIU, MS ’86 was ’86 inducted into the Women vice president of the District 29 Sunset Ridge Board of Education. Sean holds in Poker Hall of Fame in August. She a master’s degree from the University started playing professional poker in 1996 and has won almost $2.5 million. of Iowa. He and his wife Buggie have four children and live in Northfield.

She ranks seventh in live tournament earnings among female players. JJ has three children and lives in Palo Alto, SMITH LADEWIG ’93 ’93 KRISTIN Calif., and Las Vegas. earned certification as a

SEAN O’GRADY ’91 *RED NAMES, see photo.

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zest for living STEVE KAPLAN ’82 is an adventurer,

you may have the feeling that you

know STEVE KAPLAN ’82. If you frequented Peoria’s River Station restaurant, there’s a good chance he was your favorite server. Maybe you read Bag the Elephant or another of Steve’s books on the New York Times bestseller list. And during this past summer, you might have spent a warm Sunday evening watching him as the “secret millionaire” on ABC. The show works like this: Cameras follow a wealthy individual searching for selfless people who are making a difference with their charitable programs. After a week of helping out the groups while living on a minimum-wage allowance, the

steve kaplan ’82 EDUCATION: BA, Bradley, political science; MBA, Rosary College/Dominican University BRADLEY ACTIVITIES: Sigma Chi, server

at River Station BUSINESS VENTURES: founder of SCA

marketing company, 1983; sold SCA to Snyder Communications in 1997 and continued as group president; part of team that sold Snyder to Havas Advertising for $2.1 billion, remained as CEO of BountySCA Worldwide, 2004; Steve Kaplan Live, speaking tour of 20 universities, 2011 BOOK CREDITS: Bag the Elephant; Be the

Elephant; Sell Your Business for the Max! THEATER: Leap of Faith co-producer

(nominated for 2012 Tony Award) FAMILY: two children, ages 19 and 21; three sisters including BRENDI KAPLAN ’80; three

stepbrothers

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secret millionaire reveals his or her true identity and donates money to the organizations.

In Steve’s case, the show’s producers sent him only about 40 miles — from the manicured lawns of Buffalo Grove to Chicago’s South Side. With sounds of freight trains, gunshots, and almost continuous sirens, the evenings were far from quiet. But during the day, Steve discovered people devoting their lives to making a difference. There was “Miss Diane,” operating Kids Off the Block to help at-risk youth in the Roseland area. One day, Steve helped KOB members paint a mural, ever careful not to disturb gang graffiti.

He learned about another group while preparing breakfast for senior citizens in a residence operated by an organization called H.O.M.E. “H.O.M.E. opened my eyes to a whole new need out there,” said Steve. He also volunteered with Bin Donated, the brainchild of Jud Kinnucan, who collects reusable items from Chicago hotels and businesses — about 100,000 pounds worth in the past two years. Whether it’s office supplies, shampoo, or 500 sets of bed sheets and towels, the recycled items save money for the nonprofits that receive them.

“It sounds cliche, but spending time volunteering enriches you, and you see what a difference you can make,” Steve said shortly after the show aired. “The show’s producers are extremely true to their vision. You find the places you want to help. There are no reshoots like you might expect in a reality show.”

After revealing his identity to the three organizations, Steve stunned them with checks — $100,000 to KOB, $50,000 to H.O.M.E., and $75,000 to Bin Donated. Within 30 days, Kids Off the Block received an additional gift from Steve — a lighted basketball court. “I let them design it.

That’s part of it. They picked the colors. About 150 kids use it 12 hours a day now,” he said proudly.

photo courtesy steve kaplan

author, Broadway producer, coach, dad, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and philanthropist. On July 1, he was featured on ABC’s reality show Secret Millionaire.

Steve is helping five KOB members launch a music career. Impressed with the talent and positive message of a group called “Tha Movement,” he sent them to a recording studio in Canada for a month. They were the featured entertainment for more than 420 people at Steve’s Secret Millionaire public viewing party in Chicago.

“I try to pursue what I love to do and help people along the way,” explained the father of two who has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and run with the bulls in Pamplona.

He notes that his first marketing classes were at Bradley while he was a political science major with a computer science minor. “Bradley was a really good fit for me. It set me on a good course.”

From remarkable success with his own marketing companies in his 20s and 30s, Steve has branched out to the entertainment industry. He was a producer of Alan Menken’s Leap of Faith on Broadway, nominated for a 2012 Tony Award.

In the spring of 2011, Steve was in Los Angeles pitching an idea for a television show with his entertainment business manager HEIDI ROTBART ’79.

Producers responded that they already were working on Secret Millionaire, a popular show in the United Kingdom, but were eager to test Steve for it. His one-hour episode was filmed last year in August.

Although his appearance on Secret Millionaire is over, Steve’s involvement is not. “I’ve stayed in touch with everyone. I meet with Diane Latiker of KOB every week, and I give office space to Bin Donated. I hope to continue working with all of them for years to come,” Steve remarked. “I’m so fortunate to be a secret millionaire but even more so to have met and helped these amazing organizations. This is better than I even imagined.”

— Gayle Erwin McDowell ’77

project management professional.

She has worked for Edward Jones Investments for 17 years and holds an MBA from Washington University.

The BUAA board member and her husband Scott live in Maryland Heights, Mo.

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CHAD CLIFT ’94 and his wife KAYLA CREGGER CLIFT ’00

announce the birth of their fourth child, Jacob Tyler, on April 28. Chad is a finance specialist for the federal courts in Peoria, and Kayla is a reporting analyst for OSF Inc. The family lives in Washington.

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JULIANNE FIELDS LAUE ’95 MSME ’99 was named to

the 40 Under Forty list for 2012

by Consulting-Specifying Engineer, a trade publication. She is a senior associate with DLR Group. She and her husband Matthew have two children and live in Robbinsdale, Minn.

AMY BENECKE McLAREN ’95 was appointed county engineer for the Peoria County Highway Department last November. She has worked for the highway department for 17 years. Her husband MIKE McLAREN ’96 is director of office operations for Dewberry in Peoria, where he has worked for 15 years. They live in Dunlap with their two sons.

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REBECCA HUTCHISON DYSZELSKI ’96 and her

husband Christopher announce the birth of their second child, Griffin William, on July 19. Rebecca holds master’s and doctoral degrees from Miami University and is a clinical child psychologist with Dean Health System.

The Dyszelskis live in Sun Prairie, Wis. DAVID HOWSE ’97 was elected to the board of South Shore Hospital and South Shore Health and Educational Corp. David has been

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executive director of the Boston Children’s Chorus since 2009. He holds a master’s degree from the New England Conservatory of Music and graduated from executive leadership programs at Harvard Business School, Boston University, and the University of Massachusetts, Boston. David and his wife Charisse and their two sons live in Randolph, Mass.

BEN PIERCE ’97 is general construction agent for Amenda, a holistic mental health and addictions clinic in Portland, Ore. He also has worked for Community Cycling Center and George Washington University. Ben and his wife Elissa live in Portland with their child.

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JULIANNE FIELDS LAUE ’95 MSME ’99

AUBREY THOMPSON DEMMON ’99 and her husband Keith

welcomed their third child, Teia Elizabeth, on March 30. She holds a master’s degree from Lesley University. Aubrey teaches second

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making the world safer

BARB LAMBKE GUTHRIE ’84, shown here with Bill Nye

the Science Guy, developed Safety Smart, a worldwide education program for UL to teach children about safety.

BARB LAMBKE GUTHRIE ’84 has safety on her mind. As vice president for public safety, advocacy, education, and outreach at Underwriters Laboratories, it’s her job.

But she’s taken it a step further. Barb is the guiding force behind Safety Smart, a worldwide education program by UL. It uses Disney characters from The Lion King and Bill Nye the Science Guy to teach children about safety and has been incorporated into school curriculums worldwide. A website, ulsafetysmart.com, along with mobile apps, DVDs, and study guides cover a range of issues, from home, water, and fire safety to the environment and dealing with bullies.

“Safety Smart is designed to engage and empower kids to make safety smart decisions that will last a lifetime,” Barb explained.

The program has been shared in 22 countries and translated into 20 languages.

Barb traveled to China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, and New Zealand to promote the program and was featured on Korean television earlier this year.

Her overseas experience includes a three-year stint at a Danish company acquired by UL. Barb holds an MBA from Roosevelt University. She and her husband Kirk live in Mundelein. They are gaining a new perspective on Bradley — their oldest son, ZACH GUTHRIE ’15, is a civil engineering major and JUSTIN GUTHRIE ’16 is a freshman.

— Bob Grimson ’81

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and third grades in the Boulder Valley School District. The family lives in Lafayette, Colo.

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MAT FLETCHER, MSCE ’00

jeff mauro ’00

REGGIE BUSTINZA ’03 MBA ’12

BETH POPP ATTANASEO ’00 and

her husband Joe welcomed their fourth child, Morgan Elizabeth, on Oct. 23, 2011. The family lives in Crystal Lake.

HEATHER BRAMMEIER ’00 had art shows earlier this year at galleries in Peoria and Dunlap. She is an associate professor of art at Bradley and holds an MFA from the University of Pennsylvania. Heather’s work has been included in shows in Iowa, Kentucky, and Maryland, and she has had solo exhibitions in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, and South Carolina. She lives with her husband Tony Bedenikovic in Peoria.

MAT FLETCHER, MSCE ’00 was named an assistant vice president at Hanson Professional Services Inc., where he has worked since 1999. Mat is a member of the Fulton County Board and chairs its zoning committee. He and his wife MARCI FLETCHER ’02 live in Farmington with their three children.

JANET PADILLA MAMON ’00 recently painted four fiberglass horses for the Roundup II fundraiser by the Barrington Area United Way. A self-taught artist, she also is a life coach and works with at-risk students using art as a therapeutic tool. She and her husband Jay have four children and live in Inverness.

JEFF MAURO ’00 has a second television program, $24 in 24, starting in September on the Food Network.

The seven half-hour episodes give him a $24 daily budget to eat three restaurant meals and a snack. Show locations include Chicago, Cleveland, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis. His show, Sandwich King, began a new season in September. Jeff and his wife Sarah live in Elmwood Park with their son.

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JACQUELINE McKENNA HOULE ’01 and her husband Brian

welcomed their second child, Simone Noelle, on Dec. 20, 2011. Jackie is an art director for Advanced Beauty Inc. They live in Broomfield, Colo.

KELLY NECESSARY JOLLY ’02 and her husband Don welcomed their second child, Kaden Layne, on May 14. Kelly is a project manager in human relations for Caterpillar Inc. The Jollys live in Groveland.

MARCIA STANEK WHITE ’02 and ROBERT WHITE ’03 announce the birth of Graham Robert on March 18.

Robert is a senior sales engineer at KYB Americas Corp., and Marcia is an international consulting services coordinator with Joint Commission Resources. The family lives in Lombard.

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REGGIE BUSTINZA ’03 MBA ’12

was named director of alumni relations at Lewis University in Romeoville. He and Kelly Kolton ’05 won a diamond ring in a jewelry scavenger hunt in Peoria in September.

Reggie lives in Lockport.

BILL LAMB, MBA ’03 is vice president of broadcasting for Block Communications Inc. and president/ general manager of WDRB-TV and WMYO in Louisville, Ky. The TV station was rated one of eight “Best Places to Work” in the state. Bill also is chairman of the Kentucky Broadcasters Association and president-elect of the Louisville Orchestra board. He previously worked as president/general manager of WMBD-TV in Peoria. Bill and his wife Becky live in Louisville.

JASON VICICH ’03 is the new principal for pre-K through fifth grade in Virginia, Ill. He has been a teacher, head of the science department, and curriculum director in Virginia. Jason lives in Decatur.

CARL WESTINE ’03 and his wife Stephanie announce the birth of their second daughter, Hazel Mae, on May 4.

The family lives in Kalamazoo, Mich.

ASHLEY MARTING WILSON ’03 MA ’05

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birth of Victoria Laine on March 28.

Ashley is a counselor at Hannibal Middle School in Missouri. The Wilsons live in Quincy.

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AARON DEAN ’04 and KATE SANTINE DEAN ’05 MA ’07

welcomed their second daughter, Lindsey Elizabeth, on May 17. Kate is a teacher at Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School, and Aaron teaches at Dubuque Senior High. The family lives in Dubuque, Iowa.

KATHRYN DENSBERGER ’04 received her doctoral degree in sociology in May from Penn State. She is a visiting assistant professor of sociology at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania.

She and her husband JACOB JOHNSON ’03 live in Potters Mill, Pa. MICHELLE ROBBINS HANSEN ’04

and her husband MATT HANSEN ’05 announce the birth of Abigail Marie on July 6. Michelle is a freelance writer and editor. Matt is a mechanical engineer for Caterpillar. The Hansens live in Big Rock.

CHAD KEPPNER ’04 and JENNIFER BAEHR KEPPNER ’04 announce the birth of their second child, Addison Jean, on March 26. The family lives in Quincy, where Chad works for Diamond Construction and Jennifer is employed by the Quincy school district.

DEBBIE RIGGERT-KIEFFER ’04 MA ’10

is a sixth-grade reading and language arts teacher at Washington Middle School in Washington. She lives in Cazenovia with her husband Bruce.

JOSEPH SCHAEFER ’04 was recently certified for international wealth management by the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. He holds an MBA from Adolfo Ibanez University and works as a financial consultant for Caledonian International Associates.

Joe and his wife Carolina live in Santiago, Chile.

ANDREW TAWFIK ’04 completed his doctoral degree in information science and learning technology from the University of Missouri in May. He is an assistant professor at Concordia University in River Forest. He and his

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Braving the chicago airwaves talking, laughing, and rubbing shoulders with celebrities and politicians sounds like a fun way to make a living. For PETE McMURRAY ’89 and JANE MONZURES ’93, it’s their weekday routine as morning show hosts on Chicago’s WIQI-FM. The duo moved in late August to the station from WLUP-FM, where they had done the morning show together for three years.

“How many people can say they belly laugh daily at work?” Pete asked.

“We talk to a few celebrities, take a few calls, laugh, and go home. We talk about what everyone is talking about. That’s a great gig.”

Jane backs him up. “I love to laugh and act silly. What’s work?”

Pete caught the radio bug while at Bradley. He interned or worked at stations in Peoria and Rockford before hitting Chicago. After Bradley, Jane worked radio jobs in Phoenix, Atlanta, and Chicago. “Bradley taught me to work hard and be smart,” said Jane, who also did television work in Arizona and now does a show on healthy living for WGN-TV in Chicago. “I’ve found that the work ethic that was instilled in me during my Bradley education is still there today, and my education helped me to see the whole picture, not just my job.”

Their show on WLUP featured Pete’s cousin, Secretary of Transportation RAY LaHOOD ’71 HON ’11, and Dr. Ron Koperski, associate professor of public relations, (shown with headphones), along with President Clinton and NBA star Shaquille O’Neal. LaHood also was among their first guests at the new station.

“Jane and I both had Dr. Koperski as a teacher, and he taught us something Jane says over and over — contacts, contacts, contacts,” Pete said, adding that Dr. Ed Lamoureux “was a huge influence on my life.”

“My favorite professor, and someone I always try to make proud of me, is Dr. Koperski,” Jane said. “He was a tremendous teacher and, today, a great friend.”

Although they did not attend Bradley at the same time, the two met through one of Pete’s Bradley friends, LISA FIELDING ’89, who works at WBBM. Her sister, KIM FIELDING ’93, was Jane’s roommate. “The size of the University allows you to be more active and create more bonds with like-minded people. Today, I am still very close to a lot of my friends from Bradley, and that is so special,” Jane said.

“Besides a fantastic education, Bradley gives you a wonderful sense of belonging and community,” said Pete, who co-hosts an entertainment show for NBC5 in Chicago, as well as doing fill-in sports commentary for Comcast SportsNet and Fox Chicago television. “Everyone who graduates from Bradley says the same thing, ‘what a wonderful experience.’”

A native Peorian, Pete and his wife Sara have a son and live in Chicago.

He is one of 12 children and grew up attending Bradley basketball games.

His father, three brothers, a sister, and a sister-in-law all attended Bradley.

A nephew is a freshman this fall.

Jane, originally from Orland Park, lives in Chicago. She taught at high school cheerleading camps at Bradley and decided to attend because of the Academic Exploration Program. While at Bradley, she was president of Gamma Phi Beta and a public relations organization for students. Jane now uses her textiles minor for her own clothing line and produces an annual charity fashion show.

“I would never trade my years at Bradley. It was the perfect place to go to college,” she said.

— Bob Grimson ’81

wife Ashley welcomed daughter Amirah Grace on February 7. The family lives in Oak Park.

middle school teacher in Cicero School District 99. The family lives in Carol Stream.

’05

JOSHUA STRODER ’05 and his

wife Emily announce the birth of their second child, Colby Scott, on June 27. Josh holds an MBA from Saint Louis University and is an operations manager for U.S. Bank. The Stroders live in St. Libory.

’06

DONALD GRAVES ’06 and JESSICA GEREG GRAVES ’07

welcomed their son Owen Clifford on February 21. Donald is a surgical resident at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, and Jessica is a medical writer for Abbott Molecular. They live in Gurnee.

JESSICA LARSON KOORS ’06 and her husband Jake welcomed son Ryne Douglas on March 16. Jessica is a

ALISON OAKS, MA ’07 was named program manager for the Community Foundation of Central Illinois. She is responsible for grants, scholarships, resource management, special events, and communications.

Previously, she worked with Boy Scouts

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of America and was executive director of the Peoria Ballet. Alison lives in Peoria.

JESSICA MOROZ WEGLARZ, MBA ’07

decorated hero Service to his country and his community is important to JOE SHARPE ’08 MSA ’08.

His efforts, starting when he served as a Marine in Iraq and continuing back home when he started Amvets Charities of Peoria, won him the honor of being named in May as one of the Ten Outstanding Young People of 2012 by the Illinois Jaycees.

“Giving back is part of being a good citizen,” Joe said. “Once you are able to see how you can make a small difference to better someone else’s life, whether it be handing out soccer balls and candy to needy Iraqi children or handing out a Christmas basket to a local family of a service member overseas, it becomes very easy to find time to stay involved.”

A graduate of Bradley’s 3:2 program in accounting, he worked as an auditor for an accounting firm before being approached by his father BILL SHARPE ’61 to start Sharp Payroll as part of their family business.

“My time in the Marines gave me the discipline and focus to succeed academically at Bradley,” said Joe, who was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained in Iraq. “Bradley gave me the tools I needed to begin my career, but the outstanding faculty taught me more than just coursework. They imparted their valuable practical experiences which cannot be taught from a book.”

Joe, who has two children and lives in Peoria, is serving his fourth term as commander of the Peoria Amvets Post 64, currently the largest post in Illinois. He was the youngest commander in the Peoria post’s history.

“I hope this award will help inspire young people to step up and to know that they, too, can make a difference,” Joe said.

“In fact, we are counting on them to make a difference.”

— Bob Grimson ’81

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is executive director of the Downtown Highland Park Alliance, responsible for overseeing operations, planning, and staff. Previously, she was director of research for the Economic Development Council for Central Illinois. She married her husband Frank on May 26. They live in Highland Park.

’09

KEITH MUNDRICK ’09 graduated

from the Indiana University School of Law in May. He and his wife ANNE KROSS MUNDRICK ’09 live in Indianapolis, where she is an RN. CHRISTINE BARE ’11 was named new business development director for CIAN Inc., with responsibilities for marketing, charity outreach, and sales. Previously, she worked in sales for 16 years. She and her three children live in Peoria.

ALICIA KAMISCHKE, MSCE ’11 earned her professional engineer license in Illinois. She has worked for Hanson Professional Services Inc. since 2007.

Alicia and her husband Kyle live in Dunlap.

’11

CAITLIN MADDOCK BAHR ’08 is marketing communications coordinator with Caterpillar’s OEM Solutions. Her responsibilities include developing and producing marketing materials, coordinating marketing efforts for the group’s Asia-Pacific region, and social media strategy.

Caitlin and her husband Brock live in Washington.

RACHEL REDENIUS ’08 graduated from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield and received the Satu M. Somani Memorial Award for outstanding performance in pharmacology and therapeutics. She is in a yearlong residency at the school of medicine and its affiliated hospitals.

Rachel lives in Sherman.

ALICIA KAMISCHKE, MSCE ’11

ANN TIERNEY KELLY ’01 and

HOLLY GREY McINTYRE ’01 and

Brendan Kelly were married February 11. Ann is media and community relations manager for Painted Turtle Camp. They live in Santa Monica, Calif.

Tom McIntyre were married July 31, 2011. The McIntyres live in Arvada, Colo.

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and Russell Swanson were married May 20. Yadi works as a bilingual special education teacher in suburban Houston.

The couple lives in Houston.

Chris Gossen were married October 1, 2011. Teila holds a master’s degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and is a substance abuse counselor with the DuPage County Probation Department. They live in Roselle.

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SARAH UPTON BALZER ’35, July 30, Peoria. She taught for many years in School District 150. Sarah was a member of Sigma Chi Gamma and First Presbyterian Church.

NANCY WHEELER DEEM ’38, June 30, St. George, Maine. Nancy was active in Junior League, PEO, and church groups. She enjoyed art and golf. Survivors include three children and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

ISABEL HILLING TALBOTT ’39, March 25, Cape Coral, Fla. She was an active volunteer in Pekin.

Her daughter MARY ANN talbott BROWNSTEIN ’71, two grandchildren, and two great-grandsons survive.

1940s

JANE CARTER CARNEY ’40, April 5, Peoria. She retired as vice president of Peoria Brick and Tile in 1979. A member of Delta Kappa, Jane volunteered at Proctor Hospital and was active in her church.

Three children including THOMAS CARNEY ’70 survive, as well as several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

JEAN BURD JORDEN ’42, April 22, Fort Wayne, Ind. She was an active volunteer and bridge player.

Four children, 12 grandchildren, and 15 greatgrandchildren survive.

BETTY HOLMES KNAPP ’43, July 2, Henry. A member of Sigma Kappa, Betty was a great-niece of Lydia Moss Bradley. She was active in the First Presbyterian Church and the county extension. Surviving are her husband Elmer, two sons, three grandchildren, and her sisters DOROTHY HOLMES BRUCKER ’37 and BERNICE HOLMES BAMBERGER ’38.

C. LOIS ROBERTSON WEIDNER ’44, May 22, Sleepy Hollow. She was a teacher and later founded Village Green Realty. Lois then worked for a realty firm in West Dundee. Active in her church, she was a member of Pi Beta Phi. Survivors include three children, three grandchildren, and brothers BILL “CORKY” ROBERTSON ’53 MA ’64 and JIM ROBERTSON ’57.

BETTY GARVER BERTE ’45, March 13, Palo Alto, Calif. She worked professionally as a weaver for 17 years and later was a substitute teacher. Betty enjoyed bowling and fabric pattern design. Her husband WILLIAM BERTE ’45 survives, along with three children.

SASHA KOMSA ’47, April 26, Palm Harbor, Fla. He was an electrical engineer in tool design at

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Caterpillar for 33 years. Sasha was an Army veteran.

His wife BETTIE MENZE KOMSA ’45 survives.

MYRA KINGSTON HEGER ’49, June 19, St. Charles.

She assisted in her husband’s veterinary practice until 1977. A member of Pi Beta Phi, Myra was active in her church and served as president of the Homemakers of Illinois. She enjoyed golf, bridge, and travel. Three daughters survive.

DALE JOHNSON ’49, April 9, Peoria. He retired from Caterpillar in 1987 as a standards engineer.

Dale enjoyed volunteering and was active in Masonic work and his church. Survivors include his son, six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.

MILDRED PATRICK KIRKNER ’49, June 16, Long Beach, Calif. She was an elementary school teacher for more than 35 years. Mildred enjoyed bowling and was a docent for Rancho Los Alamitos. Two daughters survive.

WARREN MOEWS ’49, Dec. 23, 2011, Batavia.

He was controller of Moews Seed Co. His wife Bonnie survives, along with two daughters and two grandchildren.

GERALDINE LAMB NELSON ’49, May 1, Decatur.

She taught elementary school in Germantown and Decatur, as well as Modesto, Calif. An active member of First Presbyterian Church, she was also involved with DAR and Pi Beta Phi. Survivors include two children, four grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter.

EDWARD RING ’49, April 25, Rockville, Md. While attending law school at Georgetown University, Ed began his 30-year career with GEICO. He became vice president of claims and then chief operating officer, and was credited with moving the company from near-bankruptcy. In 1980, he began an 11-year career with USAA Insurance. He was a charter member of the Insurance Crime Prevention Institute.

An Army veteran, Ed was active in the Catholic Church. He enjoyed tennis. Four children and nine grandchildren survive.

JACQUELINE HARKINS TATTING ’49, April 12, Peoria.

She was an accountant and office assistant for several architects. Jackie taught bridge and enjoyed sewing and quilting. Three children and two grandchildren survive.

1950s

PATRICIA MURPHY ADAMSON ’50, May 29, Peoria.

Pat operated an antique shop and worked for Scotti Marketing. A member of Pi Beta Phi, she enjoyed bridge. Surviving are her husband Richard, two daughters, her brother EDWARD C. MURPHY ’56, six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

JOE S. ANDERSON ’50, April 7, Morton. He operated an optometry practice in Peoria from 1953 to 1996.

Joe was a World War II Navy veteran. One son and two grandchildren survive.

WILLIAM DUHS ’50, May 24, Marvel, Colo. He and his wife Betty owned Frontier Adjusters until 1992 when they retired from the insurance business.

Active in the Baptist Church, Bill did missionary work in Ecuador, India, and Mexico. He built several churches and homes in Illinois and Colorado. His wife survives, as well as three children and 12 grandchildren.

MARY LARKIN LONSETH-SAUER ’50, June 16, Ottawa Hills, Ohio. In 1982, she founded Mary’s Enterprises Theater Services, which brought more than 150 national concerts and major artists to Toledo’s Stranahan Theater. Specializing in group travel, her company also booked performances in Florida and on cruise ships. Previously Mary was sales manager of the Westgate Dinner Theater. Survivors include her husband Jack, five children, 12 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

KENNETH NEWELL ’50, July 1, Peoria. After a 41-year career with Caterpillar, Ken retired as a systems analyst. A World War II Navy veteran, he was a 33rd degree Mason and the Scottish Rite’s chief photographer. Ken also enjoyed golf. Survivors include his wife Joyce, two children, a stepson, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

DEAN SPENCE ’50 MS ’56, July 26, Elkhart, Ind. He joined Miles Labs in 1964 as a manager of marketing services and retired as vice president of marketing for the Bio-Tech Products Division in 1988. He was a veteran of the Army and the Navy. Dean enjoyed golf and flying. Two sons, two granddaughters, and three great-granddaughters survive.

BARBARA MATTISON WEBBER ’50, March 10, Sparland. She was active in LaPrairie United Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir.

Three children, eight grandchildren, and her sister MARIANNE MATTISON LONG ’45 survive.

MERLE “BUS” WILHAM ’50, June 15, Henderson, Nev. He was an accountant and worked as a crossing guard after retiring. Merle was a World War II Army veteran. Three children, a stepdaughter, and four grandsons survive.

RICHARD SZIDON ’51, May 30, Peoria. Dick worked in television advertising sales for 25 years. He also was involved in auto dealerships, last as a partner in Village Buick in Morton. An avid golfer, Dick also built golf clubs. He was a member of Theta Chi and St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church. Survivors

include his wife Rosemary, three children, and seven grandchildren.

WILLIAM C. MARTIN ’52, April 25, Darien. After his military service, Bill worked for Northern Trust Co., retiring in 1986 as vice president of human resources. He then worked with Prudential Real Estate for 25 years. A member of Theta Chi, Bill served on the Bradley Board of Trustees and received the Lydia Moss Bradley Award in 1985.

He and his wife NAN BIERDEMANN MARTIN ’52 lived in Hinsdale for many years. She survives, along with four children and eight grandchildren.

JACK BATH ’53, Jan. 10, Lewistown. He retired from the Air Force in 1981 as a lieutenant colonel after serving around the world. Later he managed the shooting range at the Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Two daughters and two grandsons survive.

MARION HENRY, MS ’53, June 4, Prairie View, Texas. He was director of teacher certification and professor of educational research at Prairie View A&M University, where he had worked for almost 56 years. Marion was commencement marshal for nearly 30 years. He previously served as director of athletics; the street leading to the university’s stadium is named in his honor. Marion held a doctoral degree from Syracuse University.

JACK JONES ’53, March 4, The Villages, Fla. He was a mechanical engineer for FMC for many years. Previously Jack worked for Barber Colman in Rockford and Kelsey Hayes in Georgia. He was a World War II Army veteran and served in the Air Force Reserves. Active in his church, Jack sang in a barbershop quartet and enjoyed woodworking.

His two children and grandson survive.

RICHARD KOEPPING ’53, June 16, Naples, Fla. Residing in St. Louis, he worked in marketing for an oil company and was vice president of Eagle Stamp Co. An Army veteran, he was a member of Sigma Chi. Dick enjoyed golf. Survivors include his wife Betsy, two children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

SHERMAN MILLER ’53, April 7, Peoria Heights.

He was vice president of Home Federal Savings and Loan, retiring in 1992. Previously he was a CPA at McGladrey, Hansen and Dunn. An Army veteran, Sherman was active in the Optimist Club.

Survivors include three sons, 13 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.

EUGENE ASKENASY ’54, Dec. 11, 2011, Tucson, Ariz.

Retired from the Air Force as a lieutenant colonel, Eugene was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.

Later he was a teacher and administrator at Golden

Gate University. Surviving are his wife Judy, three children, and four grandchildren.

DONALD WATKINS ’54, Feb. 5, Litchfield Park, Ariz.

He was stationed around the world with the Air Force, retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 1977.

Don held graduate degrees from the University of Michigan and the University of New Mexico.

Active in Rotary, he retired as president of Luke Federal Credit Union in 1995. Survivors include his wife Betty Lou, four children, nine grandchildren, and a great-grandchild.

JOHN CREBS ’55, July 31, Peoria. Jack worked for the state of Illinois, retiring in 1991. An Army veteran, he was student council president at Bradley and belonged to Pi Kappa Alpha. He enjoyed golf.

Surviving are his wife Kitty, one daughter, and several grandchildren.

ANGELINE TRENTADUE DAVIS ’55, May 26, Dallas. She was a teacher and later founded Davis Technologies International with her husband LEO DAVIS ’54. She enjoyed gardening and travel.

Her husband survives, along with three daughters and five grandchildren.

ANTHONY KUCHEN, MA ’55, June 14, Milwaukee.

Tony held a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Purdue and was a professor at Marquette University for 37 years. He chaired the ethics committee of the Wisconsin Psychological Association. Tony was active in the Catholic Church. He enjoyed tennis and photography.

Survivors include his wife Martha, five children, 11 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

DON MAISEL ’55, June 1, San Antonio. He and his wife Peggy started Cowboy Cleaners in 1961.

Don was a director or president of dry cleaning associations at the state and national levels, including the International Fabricare Institute.

He was an Air Force veteran. Survivors include his wife, four daughters, and 10 grandchildren.

FRANCIS MALPEDE ’55 MA ’70, March 29, Peoria.

A Korean War Army veteran, he was a longtime teacher and coach. He later worked for the Peoria County Sheriff’s Department. He was active in the Knights of Columbus. Surviving are his wife Carole, three sons including STEVE MALPEDE ’79, and four grandchildren.

ELSIE CARLE MILLER ’55, June 18, Elgin. She taught in District U-46 for 30 years, retiring in 1998.

Elsie held a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University and a theology degree from Maywood Theological Seminary. She was active in the Lutheran Church. Two children and three grandchildren survive.

DANIEL WESSELHOFT ’55, April 21, Brookhaven, Miss. He owned Model Wallpaper & Paint Co. in Peoria before retiring. Dan was active in several boating groups and competed in national sailboat competitions. An Air Force veteran, he was a member of Sigma Chi and Rotary. Surviving are his wife Janet, four children, seven grandchildren, and his sister LOIS WESSELHOFT WILSON ’50.

ROBERT AUGSPURGER ’56, May 17, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Bob retired as director of financial analysis for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Florida. He taught at a number of universities and was the first dean of the College of Business at Jacksonville University. Earlier he was a design engineer at General Electric and the chief test conductor for Bendix Corp. An Air Force veteran, he held a doctoral degree from Louisiana State and an MBA from Stetson. Two daughters and three grandchildren survive.

CAROL JONES DOUGLAS ’56, July 7, Hazelwood, Mo. Carol had worked as a librarian. She enjoyed fishing and skiing. Two children survive.

HOMER GROVE ’57, Feb. 26, Peoria. Homer was an engineer with the Illinois Department of Transportation for 30 years. He was an avid bicyclist.

GEORGE SELBURG ’57, April 10, Peoria. He was estimator and field coordinator for Midwest Foundation Corp. for 14 years, retiring in 2000.

Previously George was executive vice president of C.A. Powley Co. He was an Air Force veteran and a member of Sigma Chi. He enjoyed golf and woodworking. Surviving are his wife Linda, four children, 15 grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren.

WILLIAM BIGGAM, EdD ’58, July 4, Moscow, Idaho.

He was chairman of the industrial education department at the University of Idaho, retiring in 1984 as professor emeritus. A World War II Navy veteran, he was active in the Lions Club for more than 50 years. Two children, three grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren survive.

JAMES GARROTT SR. ’59, Aug. 27, Peoria. Jim was president of Garrott Jewelry and Deluxe Limousine Service. Active with Bradley alumni, he had served as president of CIBAC. He was a member of Sigma Chi and was involved with the American Red Cross.

Surviving are his wife BARBARA CONWAY GARROTT ’60, two children including JAMES GARROTT JR. ’84, three grandchildren, his brother JERRY GARROTT ’49, and his sister JOANNE GARROTT LONG ’51 MA ’68.

GEORGE MURRAY ’59 MBA ’64, July 25, Peoria Heights. He had been president of Murray’s Jewelers and Distributors, Peoria Suppliers Inc.,

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FREDERICK SIMPSON ’59, April 21, Scarborough, Maine. Fred was an industrial tool designer at Caterpillar and Honda of America, retiring in 1987.

He enjoyed archery and remote control airplanes.

His wife Helen survives.

JOSEPHINE SLANE ’59, April 3, Peoria. She taught in one-room schoolhouses and then at Princeville Grade School for many years. She was a founder of the Princeville Historical Association and served on the library board for 25 years. She also was active in the Presbyterian Church in Princeville.

Her sister survives.

JAMES B. THOMAS ’59, June 22, Wheaton. After retiring as a civil engineer with Professional Service Industries, Jim worked part-time at Arrowhead Golf Club. His wife Rosalie, two daughters, and six grandchildren survive.

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MARY SARRON, MA ’62, March 7, Tampa, Fla. DONALD SWEET, MA ’62, April 6, Petersburg.

He was a teacher in Springfield public schools for 38 years. Three sons survive.

GILBERT VELASQUEZ ’62, May 11, San Bernardino, Calif. A Vietnam War Army veteran, he worked in sales. Gilbert enjoyed jazz. Three children and seven grandsons survive.

JAMES L. ALLEN ’63, May 2, Springville, Calif.

Jim was forest engineer at Sequoia National Forest from 1976 to 1995. After retiring from the U.S. Forest Service, he worked in engineering for the city of Porterville and then for a nonprofit group, Sequoia Riverlands Trust. His wife Julie survives, along with three children and four grandchildren.

TERRENCE DOUGHERTY ’63, May 10, Clayton, Mo. In 1969, he founded Abbott Ambulance, which became the largest ambulance company in the state. Terry also launched ARCH medical helicopter rescue program and IHM Health Studies Center.

Terry had been an adjunct instructor at Saint Louis University. His wife SHARON MAC IVER DOUGHERTY ’64 and their two sons survive.

FRED SUNDSTROM, MSME ’63, April 15, Fort Myers, Fla. He was a research engineer at Caterpillar for many years. Fred was a World War II Navy veteran

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and a Korean War Army veteran. Surviving are his wife Nancy, two children including GINA NACARATO DUNPHY ’88, two granddaughters, and four great-grandchildren.

RICHARD BARKER ’64 MA ’70, April 30, Pekin.

He taught math at Pekin Community High School for 27 years and was the department chairman.

Dick also taught computer classes at Illinois Central College and worked in real estate for 10 years.

Active in his church, he was a master gardener and was involved in Corn Stock Theatre. In 1976, he was honored for restoring the George Herget home in Pekin. Survivors include his wife Dorothy, two sons, and two granddaughters.

JOHN F. WALSH, MA ’64, May 26, Sumter, S.C. Jack worked for Santee-Wateree Community Mental Health for many years. His book, Character, is based on his 45 years as an emergency mental health professional. Jack’s wife Stephanie survives.

MARY ROE ’66 MA ’67, Feb. 23, Cheyenne, Wyo. She taught English literature at Bradley and Northwestern. Mary enjoyed gardening and art.

JOHN EFAW ’67, April 23, Metamora. A Navy veteran, he was a police officer in Bartonville, Cook County, and Sangamon County. John was police chief in Pana and Beardstown, and was a security guard at Methodist Medical Center. Surviving are his wife Rose, three children, and six grandchildren.

WANDA CURLESS ’68, May 18, Havana. She was one of the first licensed nurse practitioners in Illinois. Wanda organized the Mason County Nurses Association and led a petition drive to establish the county health department. She served as alderman and mayor in Havana, and was active in Central Christian Church. Survivors include her husband Harry, two daughters, and two grandsons.

TIMOTHY ALTER ’69, April 10, Princeton. An Air Force veteran, Tim held an MBA from the University of Georgia. Surviving are his wife Julia, two children including JAY ALTER ’94, and five grandchildren.

EDWARD BRADLEY ’69, Jan. 13, Falls Church, Va. He and his wife Donna were missionaries before Ed served as a Presbyterian minister in several churches. In 1992, they founded Oakseed Ministries International, which now has 24 worldwide partners. Ed held a doctorate of ministry degree.

His wife survives, along with four children and three grandchildren.

PAUL DUSENBERRY ’69, April 14, Winter Haven, Fla. He was an industrial engineer for Mobil Oil Co. for 23 years. Paul enjoyed helping organize charity golf tournaments. He was a member of Sigma Nu. Survivors include his wife Mary Jo, three children,

his mother, two stepdaughters, and two grandchildren.

PAMELA LANGLEY KRANCHER ’69, April 15, Dunlap.

A founder of the Peoria Area Civic Chorale, she was a soloist and taught music lessons. Pamela was an Avon manager and caterer, and also owned a janitorial business and a collectibles store. She was active in Cursillo and her church. Her husband Ken and two children survive.

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LAURENCE COHEN ’71, Aug. 27, Sanibel Island, Fla. Recently elected president of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists, he wrote weekly newspaper columns in Connecticut publications including the Hartford Courant since 1992. Larry had also worked in public relations for Hartford Insurance Group and United Technologies. He was an adjunct instructor at several Connecticut colleges for 33 years. His wife JANICE UDESEN COHEN ’71 survives.

DONALD POST, MBA ’73, April 10, Rockford.

Don held an electrical engineering degree from Purdue. He was a partner and owner of IMERGE international consulting firm. Previously he worked for Xerox Professional Services. Survivors include his wife Marcialynn, two sons, and two grandsons.

PATRICIA SCHNITKER ’73, June 30, Bloomington.

Patti retired from Illinois State University’s graduate school, where she examined dissertations and recruited and counseled students. She was a past president of the American Business Women’s Association. Surviving are her partner Michael Fischer and her mother.

DENNIS DUTTARER ’74, June 9, Frisco, Texas.

He worked for Keystone Steel and Wire Co. for 35 years, retiring in 2008 as a rod mill engineer.

Dennis enjoyed golf and bowling. Survivors include his wife Karen, two children, and four grandchildren.

MICHAEL FANDEL ’74, April 20, East Peoria.

Mike worked for several accounting firms and then for Hagerty Steel and Sanders Tools. He enjoyed painting, woodworking, and gardening. Surviving are his wife Betty, three children including HEATHER FANDEL BEESON ’02, three stepchildren, five grandchildren, one sister, and his brothers RICHARD FANDEL ’70 and GENE FANDEL ’84.

J. RANDY STEWART ’74, April 30, Washington.

He was a counselor at the Human Service Center in Peoria for more than 30 years. Randy held a master’s degree from Sangamon State University.

He was a yoga instructor in East Peoria. Two children survive.

Faculty & Staff LEONARD FLETCHER ’49, assistant professor of industrial engineering from 1952 to 1974, died on June 17. He resided in Lindsborg, Kan. After retiring from teaching, he served as Bradley’s director of safety and communication until 1979. A World War II Army veteran, he held a master’s degree from the University of Iowa. Three children survive, including ROD FLETCHER ’74 and DOUG FLETCHER ’81, and five grandchildren.

DONALD KOLLER ’50 MA ’53, professor emeritus of speech pathology, died on July 4 in Peoria. A World War II Navy veteran, he was a speech pathologist in Galesburg schools before joining Bradley’s faculty in 1956. He was a founder of H.E.A.R. and was the first recipient of an award from the Peoria Area Speech Language Hearing Association. Before retiring in 1992, he was acting dean of the College of Communications and Fine Arts. He went on to work in School District 150 until 1996. Don was active in mental health organizations and First United Methodist Church. He was a member of Sigma Nu. Survivors include two children, three grandsons, and five great-grandchildren.

BRENDAN LIDDELL, professor emeritus of philosophy, died on August 2 in Peoria. He taught at Bradley for 28 years, retiring in 1992.

GARY CHILDS ’76, Sept. 7, Peoria. A reporter at the Peoria Journal Star for 30 years, Gary held a master’s degree from the University of Illinois.

He co-founded and was recently inducted into the Steamboat Classic Hall of Fame, and served on the boards of the Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame and the Illinois Valley Striders. Survivors include his wife JoAnn, daughter KATIE CHILDS ’12, mother MARJORIE MEINEN SEFRIED ’53, and his father.

LINDA NELSON LAVAUX ’76, Aug. 26, Washington.

After more than 30 years with Caterpillar, she retired in 2010 as a project manager for HR Systems. Linda was active in Crossroads United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband Rick, two daughters, her mother, and one granddaughter.

PATRICIA BARR ’77 MA ’94, June 2, Dunlap. Pat worked with young special education students in School District 150 for 26 years, retiring in 2003.

Survivors include her husband Richard; daughters PAMELA BARR BOGNER ’81 MBA ’83, KERRI BARR OBERLE ’82, and BETH BARR OWENS ’86; and three grandchildren.

RICHARD SCHMIDT ’78, Feb. 20, Chicago. Rich worked in the insurance industry. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. His mother and two sisters survive.

TERESA HAUTER HORNER ’79, Aug. 11, Morton.

Teri worked as a reading recovery teacher at Lettie Brown School since 1990. She held a master’s degree from Illinois State University and previously

He held a doctoral degree from the University of Michigan and was ordained a deacon in the Episcopal Church in 1995. Brendan enjoyed opera and acting in local productions. He served as president of the faculty senate and the ACLU. A Korean War Air Force veteran, he served in the Reserves until 1987. Surviving are his wife Ruthanne; five children including ROSE LIDDELL KRAFT ’85, PATRICK LIDDELL ’01, and LYZ LIDDELL ’03; and four grandchildren.

HERBERT MORRIS, founder of the computer science department, died on July 18. He resided in Chillicothe. He retired in 1992 as associate professor emeritus after 27 years at Bradley. A World War II Army Air Corps veteran, he also served in the Reserves. He enjoyed hiking in national parks. Surviving are his wife Minette, two children including DWIGHT MORRIS ’74, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

J. MICHAEL MURPHY ’68 MA ’71, executive director emeritus of housing, died on June 28 in Peoria. He was employed by Bradley for 37 years. A Navy veteran, Mike was a member of Delta Tau Delta. Surviving are his wife Gloria, two sons including MICHAEL J. MURPHY ’91, and three grandchildren.

taught in Washington. The author of a reading book and My Big Sister, Teri enjoyed playing soccer and quilting. Survivors include her husband Jack, three children, and her parents.

KATHLEEN PAYNE-WAHL ’79, June 12, Morton.

She was a research technician for 29 years at the National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria. Kathleen was a co-author of peer-reviewed publications. Two children survive.

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LENNART FLODSTROM ’82, April 13, Northbrook.

He was president of Flodstrom Construction Corp.

Len was active in Chicago’s Swedish American Museum. His mother and his companion Judy Ahlberg survive.

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OLLIE MYLES BOBO-JONES ’97, June 20, Peoria.

She was an accountant at Caterpillar. Ollie served on the board of the local African-American Hall of Fame Museum. Six children and seven grandchildren survive.

ROBERT E. SCHWAB, MBA ’97, May 21, Peoria.

He retired from Caterpillar in 2009 as worldwide commercial products manager for specialty products. Bob then became interim director of graduate and faculty ministries for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. He was active in First Covenant Church. Bob enjoyed racquetball and scuba diving.

His wife Gweneth survives.

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RYAN RICHARDSON ’04, Aug. 12, Le Mars, Iowa.

A 2007 graduate of Drake University Law School, Ryan practiced law at Trotzig and Bauerly. He was president of Sertoma and the county bar association, and was incoming president of the chamber of commerce. Ryan enjoyed golf and softball. Survivors include his mother LINDA BARKER RICHARDSON ’91, his father, and sister.

MARY BONACORSI BUSSIERE ’08, Aug. 5, Minneapolis. She was an RN at Gillette Children’s Specialty Clinic in St. Paul. Mary was a member of Gamma Phi Beta. Her husband JOSH BUSSIERE ’04 survives, along with her parents and sister GINA BONACORSI VICKREY ’00.

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GLENN ANDERSON, May 22, Galesburg. Glenn held an MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and worked as an accountant.

He was a graduate assistant in Bradley’s accounting department. Glenn enjoyed sports and history.

His wife Jeanmarie and one daughter survive.

“In Memory” Guidelines: In Memory is written from newspaper clippings, as well as published obituaries supplied by friends and family. Bradley Hilltopics attempts to identify spouses, parents, children, and siblings who are also Bradley alumni. Submit an obituary by mailing a newspaper clipping or memory card from the funeral home to Bradley Hilltopics, 1501 W. Bradley Ave., Peoria, IL 61625.

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Director’s Corner Alumni Events

Your 2012–13 Bradley University Alumni Association (BUAA) officers were elected in May. They are: president GARRETT WILLIAMS ’92; president-elect BRIAN MILLER ’79; vice president AMY TURK ’97; and immediate past president SHELLY HEIDEN ’85. These volunteers, along with dozens of other BUAA directors and network leaders, work tirelessly on behalf of our alma mater to ensure a bright future for Bradley University. You can meet all our BUAA board members at bualum.org.

Through their leadership, the alumni association continues to provide meaningful programs for alumni and students, from admissions assistance and mentoring to reunions and professional development.

I am also pleased to announce that our second professional development webinar is scheduled for November 14. Join Caterpillar Professor of Management Dr. LARRY WEINZIMMER ’83 MBA ’85 for The Wisdom of Failure, a discussion about how insights learned from failure are indispensable in creating great leaders. You can learn more and register at bualum.org/events.

This webinar is one of a series of personal and professional development programs leading up to our inaugural 2013 Leadership Summit on Bradley’s campus June 13–15. The summit will feature a host of Bradley’s most successful alumni and faculty, industry leaders, and experts who will share important lessons in leadership. Plan now to attend this educational and fun networking event, or submit your session proposal to be considered as a presenter!

October 18 Chicago An Evening with President Glasser, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Mid-America Club, 200 E. Randolph, Burnham Ballroom B, $25, RSVP

by Oct. 10 October 20 Peoria Scout Reunion, 5 p.m., Scout office and campus, $25 October 23 Minneapolis-St. Paul An Evening with President Glasser, 6–8 p.m., The Saint Paul Hotel, 350 Market St., $25, RSVP by Oct. 15 October 30 Quad Cities An Evening with President Glasser, 6–8 p.m.

November 1 New York City An Evening with President Glasser November 2–4 Peoria Bradley Forensics Alumni Network (BFAN) Reunion, Hayden-Clark Alumni Center.

November 10 Chicago All-Greek Reunion, 6:30 p.m., Harry Caray’s, Lombard, $55

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November 14 Webinar The Wisdom of Failure by Dr. LARRY WEINZIMMER ’83 MBA ’85

For program information, visit bualum.org or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 309-677-2240 or 800-952-8258.

Visit bradley.edu/homecoming for complete details

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Stop at the Hayden-Clark Alumni Center for complete information about Homecoming events!

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1962 and 2002 Alumni Reunion Events All-Alumni Receptions Cram the Coliseum / Red & White Scrimmages Ice Cream Social with the Deans Campus Tours, Fireworks & More!

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Rededication of Westlake Hall Unveiling of the A.J. Robertson Statue Chat with the President Hoops Talk with Coach Geno Ford

BUAA is hosting a leadership conference at Bradley on June 13–15, 2013, and seeks proposals for informative sessions. If you are a seasoned, dynamic presenter with expertise in any facet of personal, professional, or civic leadership, visit bualum.org/sessionproposal and submit your proposal today!

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1 CIBAC About 100 alumni and friends gathered at Jimmy’s Bar for the CIBAC Bratfest August 3. From left, BENJAMIN SCARBROUGH ’10; KIM LARSON ’09; KYLE LEWIS ’04; MELISSA WURTH UNRUH ’82; BRYCE UNRUH ’80; JACK RHODES, MBA ’60; TED SUMNER, MBA ’99; LAURA HERLOVICH ’79; and PETRA BOLFIKOVA, MBA ’12. 2 Springfield More than 70 alumni, friends, and staff joined President Glasser at Maldaner’s restaurant in Springfield on August 29. Shown with the president are STEPHEN UNDERWOOD ’81 MBA ’88, BRENDA KUCZMA UNDERWOOD ’82, and BRYAN UNDERWOOD ’12.

3 San Francisco Nearly 30 alumni and friends spent June 23 at Oakland Coliseum watching the San Francisco Giants outslug the Oakland A’s 9-8 in the second-longest game in A’s history, lasting 4 hours and 15 minutes. 4 Legacy Open House More than 100 people from 30 alumni legacy families stopped by the Hayden-Clark Alumni Center for Avanti’s gondolas, soda, and a break from Move-In Day activities Aug. 23. Joining President Glasser was AMY DHABALT ’16, granddaughter of DICK DHABALT ’58 MA ’64 and KATHLEEN DOOLEY DHABALT ’57. Amy is shown with her parents, Drew and Melanie Dhabalt. 5 BOLD Reception More than 60 alumni, faculty, and friends gathered June 20 in the Shaheen Hall of Pride to launch Braves of the Last Decade (BOLD), the newest Bradley affinity group. Attendees included BRETT KOLDITZ ’07, GABRIELLE BALZELL ’11, and JESSICA PEARS ’11.

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An incredible view of Olin Quad from Westlake’s second-floor conference room is framed by spectacular new windows and embellished woodwork found throughout the building. The arch is a distinct detail from the original clock tower that architects chose to incorporate as a decorative element, adding character to select areas.

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Preseason Exhibitions 10/12 RED-WHITE SCRIMMAGE (Ren. Coliseum) ............ TBA 10/29 UPPER IOWA (Ren. Coliseum) ............................ 7 p.m.

11/3 WISCONSIN-PARKSIDE ..................................... 1 p.m.

Preseason Exhibitions 10/12 RED-WHITE SCRIMMAGE...................................... TBA 11/1 LINDENWOOD............................................... 6:30 p.m.

11/9 EASTERN ILLINOIS................................................. TBA 11/12 TEXAS-PAN AMERICAN (Ren. Coliseum)........... 7 p.m.

11/17 at Indiana University-Purdue (IUPUI)............................6 p.m.

11/20 at South Florida ............................................................... TBA 11/24 TENNESSEE-MARTIN ......................................... 1 p.m.

11/28 at Central Michigan......................................................6 p.m.

12/1 MICHIGAN.......................................................... 3 p.m.

12/4 GEORGE WASHINGTON..................................... 7 p.m.

11/9 11/12 11/15 11/20

CENTRAL MICHIGAN ........................................11 a.m. at Eastern Illinois..........................................................7 p.m. at Illinois.......................................................................7 p.m. at South Florida ........................................................... 4 p.m.

NAU Thanksgiving Classic at Flagstaff, Ariz.

11/23 Tulane...........................................................................5 p.m.

11/24 Northern Arizona or Western Michigan............................ TBA

12/29 DRAKE*............................................................... 7 p.m.

1/2 at Southern Illinois*................................................ 7:05 p.m.

1/6 WICHITA STATE*........................................... 4:30 p.m.

1/9 at Indiana State*.....................................................6:05 p.m.

1/12 at Northern Iowa*.........................................................1 p.m.

1/15 SOUTHERN ILLINOIS*........................................ 7 p.m.

1/19 MISSOURI STATE*.............................................. 1 p.m.

1/23 at Evansville*................................................................... TBA 1/26 at Wichita State*......................................................7:05 p.m.

1/29 ILLINOIS STATE*................................................ 7 p.m.

2/2 at Creighton*...........................................................2:05 p.m.

2/5 EVANSVILLE*...................................................... 7 p.m.

2/10 NORTHERN IOWA*................................................. TBA 2/13 at Illinois State*............................................................7 p.m.

2/16 INDIANA STATE*................................................ 1 p.m.

2/20 at Drake*................................................................ 7:05 p.m.

11/28 NORTHERN ILLINOIS ......................................... 6 p.m.

12/1 WINTHROP.......................................................... 7 p.m.

12/4 at Wisconsin-Milwaukee...............................................7 p.m.

12/18 ILLINOIS-CHICAGO............................................ 6 p.m.

12/21 at Western Illinois.........................................................7 p.m.

1/4 at Indiana State*..........................................................6 p.m.

1/6 at Illinois State*........................................................... 2 p.m.

1/10 WICHITA STATE*................................................ 6 p.m.

1/12 MISSOURI STATE*.............................................. 2 p.m.

1/18 NORTHERN IOWA*............................................. 6 p.m.

1/25 at Drake*......................................................................7 p.m.

1/27 at Creighton*............................................................... 2 p.m.

1/31 EVANSVILLE*...................................................... 6 p.m.

2/2 SOUTHERN ILLINOIS*........................................ 2 p.m.

2/8 at Missouri State*.........................................................7 p.m.

2/10 at Wichita State*...........................................................2 p.m.

2/17 at Northern Iowa*........................................................ 2 p.m.

2/21 DRAKE*............................................................... 6 p.m.

2/23 CREIGHTON* ..................................................... 2 p.m.

3/1 at Southern Illinois*......................................................7 p.m.

3/3 at Evansville*............................................................... 1 p.m.

3/7 ILLINOIS STATE*................................................ 6 p.m.

3/9 INDIANA STATE*................................................ 2 p.m.

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State Farm MVC Tournament 3/14-17 The Family Arena, St. Charles, Mo. ................................... TBA

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2012 Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic GEORGIA SOUTHERN ........................................ 7 p.m.

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE.............................. 7 p.m.

Virginia Tech (at Las Vegas)...........................................7 p.m.

Colorado State or Portland (at Las Vegas)........................ TBA

2/27 CREIGHTON*...................................................... 7 p.m.

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MVC Wildcard Weekend at Missouri State*............................................................ TBA

State Farm MVC Tournament 3/7-10 Scottrade Center, St. Louis ............................................... TBA

* Missouri Valley Conference game. Visit bradleybraves.com for updated information.

Men’s home games are listed in RED and are played at Carver Arena, unless otherwise noted. Dates and times are subject to TV scheduling. Women’s home games are listed in RED and are played at Renaissance Coliseum, unless otherwise noted.

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