2016 - Peru State College – Online Press Releases by Peru State College Library

12/11/23, 3:07 PM

Graphic Design Students Gain Professional Experience

Graphic Design Students Gain Professional Experience JAN 4, 2016

Two Peru State College Graphic Design majors recently completed work for community organizations. Peru State Graphic Design major Anna Naber worked as an art intern at Southeast Design, a screen printing and signage shop owned by alumni Logan and Emilie Merz, in Auburn, NE. Naber began the internship in September and earned two credit hours during the Fall 2015 semester. Beginning in January, she will return to Southeast Design as a part-time employee. Naber noted that some of her favorite internship projects included T-shirt designs for the 2015 Nebraska’s Toughest Mile Race and a snack cart wrap from the Good Samaritan Society in Auburn. Peru State Graphic Design major Shandi Strawhacker designed a full-color tri-fold brochure for the Auburn Development Council’s donation campaign during the Fall 2015 semester. Strawhacker began the design process in early November while working closely with client Kim Beger, Auburn Development Council Treasurer. Strawhacker stated that the opportunity provided her with experience in meeting client needs while executing effective fold mechanics and type organization. Her brochure design referenced American patriotism and used the red and blue color scheme of the Development Council’s logo. In regard to Strawhacker's design work, Beger stated, "Auburn Development Council is very happy with the final product that Shandi provided us. Working with Shandi was the most pleasant experience and we look forward to working with more Peru State College students."

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/graphicdesignstudentsgainprofessionalexperience.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Anderson to exhibit retrospective on art and career at Peru State College

Anderson to exhibit retrospective on art and career at Peru State College JAN 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 5, 2015, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College is pleased to present the art exhibit, “A Retrospective (More or Less),” by Ken Anderson. Anderson’s “Retrospective” comes before his May 2016 retirement after 32 years with Peru State College. The show will be held in the Peru State College Art Gallery located in the A.V. Larson building on the Peru State College campus in Peru, Nebraska. The show runs from January 11 to February 12. Gallery hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. An artist’s reception will be held on Sunday, January 17, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. Anderson joined the Peru State faculty in 1984 after completing his Master of Fine Arts at the University of Nebraska with an emphasis in sculpture. His work has been represented in multiple solo exhibitions and he has exhibited work nationally and internationally. Anderson said, “As a working artist and educator for thirty plus years, I have long been aware that what I do as an artist directly impacts, in one way or another, my students.” “I have always made myself and my artwork available to my students. Students are also likely to see me working late at night and weekends on my pieces. I hope they have benefited by this example.“ Anderson adds, “Hopefully my students have learned that I am not an educator that does art, rather I am an artist that educates. There is a difference.” In addition to his teaching duties, Anderson is the curator of the Peru State College Art Gallery.

Professor Ken Anderson, "A Retrospective, (more or less) Sculpture by Ken Anderson Sculpture by Ken Anderson ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/andersonartexhibition.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Anderson to exhibit retrospective on art and career at Peru State College

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/andersonartexhibition.html

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12/11/23, 3:07 PM

Guest Speaker, Andrew Mahan, November 2016

Guest Speaker, Andrew Mahan, November 2016 JAN 5, 2017

On November 8, 2016, Officer Andrew Mahan of the Papillion Police Department presented a lecture to students in CJUS 410 Juvenile Delinquency. Officer Mahan discussed his personal methods when handling calls with juvenile delinquency and was able to attribute his actions to sound reasoning associated with facts proven to cause deviance. Officer Mahan also discussed different case scenarios, answered questions associated with law enforcement, and discussed different restraints now used on all ages. He will also be presenting next Spring to Policing on defensive tactics.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/guestspeakerandrewmahannovember2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:07 PM

Guest Speaker, Kristie Wemhoff, November 2016

Guest Speaker, Kristie Wemhoff, November 2016 JAN 5, 2017

Assessment, Evaluation, and Case Management class, guest speaker, November 2, 2016, 6:30 p.m.: Kristie Wemhoff, with Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, spoke to students about completion of PLADC (Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor) internships. Ms. Wemhoff also made a presentation on November 2nd at the College 101, Criminal Justice section at 11:00 a.m.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/guestspeakerkristiewemhoffnovember2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:09 PM

Lambda Epsilon Regional Conference 2016 at Peru State

Lambda Epsilon Regional Conference 2016 at Peru State JAN 5, 2017

The Peru State chapter (Kappa Omicron Rho) of the American Criminal Justice Association/Lambda Alpha Epsilon hosted the 2016 Region 3 conference held in Lincoln, Nebraska October 6-9, 2016 at the Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest. Participation events included: Academic Testing Safety Meeting Firearms Competition (BigShots Indoor Range) Poster Competition Physical Agility Competition Crime Scene Competition Banquet and Speaker

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/lambdaepsilonregionalconference2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:10 PM

"Meet the Firms", Nebraska Wesleyan University, September 2016

"Meet the Firms", Nebraska Wesleyan University, September 2016 JAN 5, 2017

Peru State faculty, Mr. Matthew Gleason and Ms. Cassandra Weitzenkamp, accompanied accounting students to the annual Meet the Firms at Nebraska Wesleyan University. This event provides students an opportunity to meet personnel from the area accounting firms. Students who attended the event are: Ms. Rachael Cole Mr. Steven Halbersma Ms. Lindsay Harlow Mr. James Hood Mr. Caleb Nelson Mr. Thomas Norvell

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/meetfirmsseptember2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:11 PM

Nebraska Psychological Society PERK Conference, Bellevue University, November 2016

Nebraska Psychological Society PERK Conference, Bellevue University, November 2016 JAN 5, 2017

On November 5, 2016 Dr. Jared Bartels, Dr. Kelli Gardner and Dr. James Nevitt traveled to The Nebraska Psychological Society/PERK Conference hosted by Bellevue University in Bellevue, NE. Peru State College students in attendance included: Mr. Zak Ruei, Mr. Tanner Fischer, and Ms. Kayla Durfey. The morning events included paper sessions, poster sessions and a keynote speaker, Dr. Carolyn Brown-Kramer from University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dr. Brown-Kramer gave a presentation entitled "Fear and Loathing (and Excitement) in American Politics.” The presentation was followed by a lunch and a textbook raffle.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/nebraskapsychologicalsocietyperkconferencenovember2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:11 PM

Nebraska Society of CPAs Scholarships, October 2016

Nebraska Society of CPAs Scholarships, October 2016 JAN 5, 2017

Mr. Matthew Gleason and Ms. Cassandra Weitzenkamp, Peru State faculty members, accompanied their students to an awards luncheon on October 24, 2016. The event took place at the Embassy Suites in LaVista, Nebraska during the Nebraska Society of CPAs’ fall conference. Attending the luncheon was Mr. Matthew Gleason, Mr. James Hood, Ms. Audra Wetrosky, Ms. Cassandra Weitzenkamp. Crystal Jones also received a scholarship, but was not in attendance. Receiving recognition and scholarships were Peru State students: James Hood Crystal Jones Audra Wetrosky

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/nebraskasocietycpasscholarshipsoctober2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:12 PM

PBL Fall Leadership Conference, Dallas, November 2016

PBL Fall Leadership Conference, Dallas, November 2016 JAN 5, 2017

Students experienced a preplanned tour of the corporate offices of Dave & Buster's and a leadership series event at the American Airlines Center, and attended a MAVs basketball game. Speakers participating in the leadership series were: 1) Rolando Blackman, former MAVs player and Director of Basketball Development for the MAVs, 2) Dave Brown, Vice President and General Manager of the American Airlines Center, 3) Ben Hunt, Manager of Community Outreach for the MAVs.

Beginning on the 17th, the PBL Leadership Conference took place at the Hilton Anatole. Students were able to select various workshops to attend. Their sponsors, Dr. Grotrian-Ryan and Dr. Ryan, presented a workshop ("Embracing Leadership Development"). All Peru State travelers attended. The Peru PBL chapter also received an award for having the largest PBL delegation at the conference.

Faculty members accompanying students and making a presentation: Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan Dr. Kyle Ryan Students participating: Ms. Haley Benedict Ms. Sara Chaloupka Ms. Ashlyn Draper Ms. Mikaila Engelken Ms. Jenna Gruber Ms. Brooke Hays Mr. Danny Muniz Mr. Trey Nelson Mr. Tristen Nelson Ms. Lauren Robertson Ms. Jacey Sutton

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/pblfallleadershipconferencedallasnovember2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:14 PM

Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association Conference, Reno, Nevada, October 2016

Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association Conference, Reno, Nevada, October 2016 JAN 5, 2017

Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, Dr. Judy Grotrian, Ms. Lisa Parriott, and Dr. Kyle Ryan attended the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association Conference making presentations during attendance. Peru State students, Rachael L. Cole and Lindsay D. Harlow, also attended the conference and made presentations.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/rockymountaineducationalresearchassociationconference2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:16 PM

Training at Cass County Law Enforcement Center, October 2016

Training at Cass County Law Enforcement Center, October 2016 JAN 5, 2017

On October 11 and October 18, 2016, five Peru State students attended training at the Law Enforcement Center in Cass County, Nebraska. Faculty member, Dr. Amber Mahan, accompanied the students to the Law Enforcement Center; previously Dr. Mahan has worked professionally as an evidence technician for the Cass County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). During this training, students studied along with deputies and officers of all rank about crime-scene documentation and techniques to include both residences and vehicles. The training included photography, documentation, latent prints, tire tread/footwear patterns, and evidence collection/preservation. The students were viewed as practitioners, and they showed no reservation when it came to the hands-on practical portion of the training. Additionally, the students were able to communicate with those currently working in the field - offering insight to a real world scenario. These students represented Peru State College very well. Students who participated on October 11, 2016: Mr. Shawn Gaskill Ms. Sarah Budz Ms. Sarah Morales Students who participated on October 18, 2016: Ms. Lina Torres Mr. Derek Faxon

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/trainingcasscountylawenforcementcenteroctober2016.html

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12/11/23, 3:01 PM

Peru State’s chapter of Alpha Chi named Notable Chapter

Peru State’s chapter of Alpha Chi named Notable Chapter JAN 8, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Searcy, Arkansas - The Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society has named the Peru State College chapter of Alpha Chi a Notable Chapter for the 2014-2015 academic year. Fewer than 3 percent of Alpha Chi chapters across the nation received this honor. Dr. Bill Clemente, advisor for the Peru State chapter, wrote, “The award is certainly a thrill and testament to Peru State College's commitment to academic excellence.” Alpha Chi is a coeducational academic honor society. Membership is limited to the top 10 percent of juniors, seniors and graduate students at colleges and universities that have a chapter of Alpha Chi. Trisha Yarbrough, Executive Director of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society, writes, “This award recognizes your institution’s important role in Alpha Chi and its support for the scholarly ideals of the society.” Alpha Chi’s distinction required the Peru State chapter to induct new members, file an annual report and significantly participate in national Alpha Chi activities. Peru State’s chapter added more than 40 news members and attended the national convention held in Chicago where KT Umland of Harbine, Nebraska and Astrid Moore of Bayan Lepas, Penang in Malaysia gave student presentations. During the national convention, Dr. Clemente was elected to a second term as the Vice-President of the national organization. Peru State College alumni Reuben Ironhorse-Kent was also honored as the 2015 Distinguished Alumni for the national organization. Ironhorse-Kent is an enrolled member of the Iowa tribe and has been featured in several art books. His work has appeared at the Smithsonian American Indian Art Museum, the Heritage Museum at Pine Ridge, South Dakota and the Southern Plains Indian Museum. Since 1922 Alpha Chi’s purpose has been to promote academic excellence and exemplary character among college and university students and to honor those who achieve such distinction. Alpha Chi has more than 300 chapters and an active presence in almost every state.

### Dr. Bill Clemente with Peru State Alum Reuben Ironhorse-Kent. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/alphachinamednotablechapter.html

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12/11/23, 3:01 PM

Peru State’s chapter of Alpha Chi named Notable Chapter

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/alphachinamednotablechapter.html

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12/11/23, 3:17 PM

Peru State College to host youth cheer camp

Peru State College to host youth cheer camp JAN 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State College Cheerleaders plan to host a youth cheer camp on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Youth from four years and up are welcome to attend the camp in the Al Wheeler Activity Center on the Peru State College campus. Check-in begins on February 6 at 9:45 a.m. with camp beginning at 10 a.m. Camp participants will perform at halftime during the Peru State 2 p.m. basketball game versus Culver-Stockton College. The cost of the camp is $30 per child with a $50 special rate for siblings. The cost of the camp includes a t-shirt, bow and lunch. Parents of campers receive free admission to the basketball game. Interested parents should visit http://www.perustatecheercamps.com or send a short note and a check to PSC Cheerleading, P.O. Box 10, Peru, NE 68421. Registration will require the child(ren)’s name, age, t-shirt size, parent/guardian name and a telephone number. Cash or credit card payments can also be taken by arrangement. Please register by February 1. Questions and concerns regarding registration or the camp can be directed to head cheerleading coach Brooke Earnest at (402) 8722342 or bearnest@peru.edu. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/youthcheercamp.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Peru State College announces Fall 2016 Dean’s List JAN 13, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College today released the names of students who earned a place on the Dean’s List for the fall 2016 semester. To make the Dean’s List students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for the semester, have completed at least 12 college credit hours during the past semester and have no incomplete grades for the semester. 4.0 grade point averages designated in bold. Alynah

Adams

Kansas City

Rocksann

Adams

Hemet

Sara

Adams

Mead

Shae

Adams

Nebraska City

Alana

Ahnafield

El Paso

Kendra

Alberts

Auburn

Serena

Albertson

Otoe

Kristen

Allen

Robinson

Kylie

Allgood

Nebraska City

Keri

Andersen

Adams

Sheri

Andersen

Talmage

Joshua

Anderson

Nebraska City

Amanda

Antholz

Humboldt

Jenna

Arbogast

El Paso

Sydney

Armbruster

Falls City

Jamie

Ascherl

Stapleton

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Samuel

Ascherl

Tryon

Colton

Audsley

Prescott Valley

Paul

Bachman

Adams

Alessandro

Badalamenti

Philadelphia

Kaitlyn

Baker

Weeping Water

Hannah

Baldacci

Olathe

Bladen

Bales

Nebraska City

Beth

Ballue

Avoca

Justin

Barnes

Tallahassee

Natasha

Barr

Burchard

Wade

Bartels

Lincoln

Chad

Battershaw

Dallas

Ashli

Becker

Yankton

Trisha

Behrens

Omaha

Haley

Benedict

Springfield

Kaitlin

Benefiel

Hamburg

Amayankha

Bikoko

Omaha

Katelyn

Billups

Wymore

Bailey

Bindle

Falls City

Mackenzie

Bishop

Nebraska City

Marley

Biyendolo

Melbourne

VIC

Andrea

Blevins

Council Bluffs

Vincent

Blomstedt

Lincoln

Kirsten

Blundell

York

Erin

Bone

Peru

Melissa

Bonnes

Shenandoah

Kiana

Borengasser

Waianae

Daniel

Boshart

Wood River

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Hailey

Bouwens

Lincoln

Brooke

Bowen

Bellevue

Elizabeth

Bowman

West Point

Emily

Bremer

Rock Port

John

Bresler

Manhattan

Courtney

Brook

Johnson

Dillon

Brown

Blue Springs

Sarah

Budz

Omaha

Raquel

Burch

Florence

Shannon

Burgess

Beatrice

Amanda

Burk

Oswego

Lindsey

Buskirk

Grand Junction

Phillips

Buskirk

Grand Junction

Fawn

Byron

Lincoln

Tyler

Calegan

Lincoln

Ismael

Calvillo

Tucson

Dayana

Camacho

Schuyler

Chelsae

Campbell

Falls City

Samantha

Carlson

Cozad

Brenna

Carlstrom

Lincoln

Travis

Carnahan

Ceresco

Leah

Carroll

Weston

Sara

Chaloupka

Grand Island

Elizabeth

Chamberlin

Mesilla

Megan

Chapin

Auburn

Hannah

Christen

Filley

Ryan

Christensen

Omaha

Lauren

Clark

Omaha

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Kristen

Clausen

Gillette

Alexa

Cline

Table Rock

Austin

Closner

Waverly

Rachael

Cole

Wymore

Rozlyn

Cole

Wymore

Alexander

Connell

Nebraska City

Amber

Cook

Rock Port

Hannah

Cook

Ponca

Tammy

Coons

Oneill

Carley

Cortez

Cook

Jacob

Coughlin

Omaha

Olivia

Coulter

Omaha

Machaela

Cowan

Omaha

Cynthia

Creek

Overland Park

Claire

Cudney

Marysville

Jonathon

Dambrauskas

Peru

Callie

Davidson

North Platte

Evan

Davies

Omaha

Hailey

Davis

Lincoln

Aubrey

DeBraal

Henderson

Matej

Delinac

Brampton

Michael

Demers

Blair

Bailey

Dennis

Omaha

Maggie

Dettmer

Avoca

Sarah

Deutsch

Pickrell

Amanda

Dia

Nebraska City

Jasmine

Dia

Nebraska City

Prudence

Dingani

Albany

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Hannah

Dodd

Seneca

Michael

Doerr

Las Vegas

Wendy

Doyle

Beatrice

Conor

Dubois

Freeville

Charles

Dunn

Falls City

Francisco

Duran Lopez

Omaha

Kayla

Durfey

Murray

Nolan

Dvorak

Plattsmouth

Hannah

Earnhardt

Omaha

Kristen

Easley

Nebraska City

Paige

Eastman

Omaha

Joseph

Eberly

Sidney

Courtney

Elle

Nebraska City

Valerie

Emerick

Omaha

Mikaila

Engelken

Pawnee City

Kealyn

Ensminger

Homer

Siera

Ewert

Lincoln

Mackenzie

Faris

Tecumseh

Justin

Farley

Omaha

Tyler

Farrell

Brandon

Sarah

Faught

Manly

Andrew

Fauver

Omaha

Helena

Figueiredo

Belo Horizonte

Tanner

Fischer

Hartington

Brandon

Fletcher

Maxwell

Marissa

Florian

Wilber

Malinda

Foster

Sutherland

Alexis

Foyt

Nebraska City

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Shawn

Freese

Lincoln

Ethan

Fricke

Peru

Joanna

Frink

Grand Island

Zoe

Frink

Henderson

Brian

Frosh-Bell

Imperial

Gianfranco

Garlobo

Carolina

Shawn

Gaskill

Omaha

Melissa

Gdowski

O'Neill

Dylan

George

Beatrice

Nicole

George

Lincoln

Jaclyn

Gibbs

Henrietta

Brandon

Gibson

Falls City

Robert

Gilbert

Omaha

Kaylee

Gill

Allen

Hannah

Girard

Peru

Hannah

Glaser

Papillion

Devin

Gobber

Bellevue

Darrin

Goracke

Staplehurst

Kristina

Gottbreht

Lincoln

Sara

Granfors

Seward

Alyssa

Grell

Omaha

Sydney

Griess

Sutton

Mary

Grose

Peoria

Jenna

Gruber

Lincoln

Jared

Haag

Hickman

Steven

Halbersma

Lincoln

Okema

Hale

Rock Port

Danielle

Hall

Lincoln

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Emily

Hamblin

Omaha

Mitchell

Harling

Falls City

Lindsay

Harlow

Dawson

Megan

Hartman

Lincoln

Brooke

Hays

Oxford

Alexandrea

Hazen

North Platte

Abbigail

Hegge

Wausa

Tristan

Henagan

Rock Port

Alaina

Henzel

Lincoln

Kayla

Henzel

Lincoln

Griselda

Hernandez

York

Taylor

Herzog

Lincoln

Myles

Hicks

Independence

Molly

Hillman

Dunbar

Irene

Hincapie

Nebraska City

Samantha

Hinrichs

Ankeny

Patrick

Hintz

Battle Creek

Kelsie

Hinz

Beatrice

Joseph

Hirner

Rock Port

Marci

Hjorth

Norfolk

Daniel

Hoehn

Hickman

Alexous

Hof

Peru

Nicholas

Hohensee

Sutton

Jeremy

Holcombe

Beatrice

Halle

Holloway

Norfolk

Megan

Hooper

Hannibal

Je'Kerra

Hopper

Nebraska City

Cydney

Howell

Lewiston

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 3:02 PM

Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Yasin

Huber

Murten

Leigh-Anne

Hughes

Beatrice

Lauren

Hull

Bellevue

Samantha

Jackson

Kearney

Ariason

James

Beatrice

Nadja

Janjevic

Podgorica

Jessica

Jankovits

Culbertson

Hannah

Jasa

Sterling

Yorgelys

Jaspe

San Carlos

Grant

Jensen

Lincoln

Jennifer

Jessop

Verdon

Hayden

Johansen

Utica

Chloe

Johnson

Sidney

Jordan

Johnson

Omaha

Robert

Johnson

Tecumseh

Marcus

Johnston

Cawker City

Derek

Jones

Ulysses

Derek

Julian

Sterling

Michelle

Kaiser

Nebraska City

Consolatrice

Kamana

Kigali

April

Kander

Stanton

Kara

Kappas

Plattsmouth

Antonia

Kean

Salem

Alexandra

Kenney

Milford

Spencer

Kerwin

Omaha

Abigail

Ketcham

Ogallala

Benjamin

Kill

Magnolia

Sloane

Killion

Sidney

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Peru State College announces fall 2016 Dean’s List

Blake

Kimball

Papillion

Rian

Kirby

Elkhorn

Tanya

Kniffen

San Antonio

Samantha

Knihal

Gretna

Raechel

Knowles

Nassau

Jared

Koelzer

Corning

Lindsey

Kohout

Nebraska City

Maddie

Kohrs

Nebraska City

Ryan

Kolman

Beatrice

Hayden

Krautner

New Port Richey

Kaley

Kreifels

Lincoln

Natalie

Kreifels

Falls City

Trevor

Krenk

Nebraska City

Spencer

Krone

Beatrice

Tyler

Kuester

Beemer

Hillary

Kuhlman

Laurel

Bailey

Kuhlmann

Table Rock

Schuyler

Kuhlmann

Table Rock

Jocelyn

Kuncl

Cedar Rapids

Sharon

Labenburg

Bellevue

Kasey

Lamborn

Lincoln

Carmen

Lawson

Beatrice

Emily

LeCleir

Omaha

Amanda

Lee

Winder

Lindsay

Lee

Fairbury

Rachel

Lee

Pawnee City

Ronnice

Lee

Washington

Dale

LeMond

Peru

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Elly

Lempka

Tecumseh

Jeremy

Lester

Britt

Jeffery

Leviner

Lyman

Margaret

Lewis

Omaha

Audrey

Little

Beatrice

Jason

Little

Nolensville

John

Lonnborg

Beatrice

Ashley

Looper

Dorchester

Meredie

Ludwig

Plattsmouth

Jared

Lukasiewicz

Farwell

Jordyn

Lukasiewicz

Farwell

Saundra

Lunzmann

Auburn

Zachary

Lutz

Cedar Creek

Hailey

Mach

Waterloo

Elizabeth

Madison

Thurman

Brooke Taylor

Maeda

Honolulu

Marivelle

Magana

Crete

Hairl

Magee

Bellevue

Justin

Mahon

Omaha

John Patrick

Mamaril

Lincoln

Sophia

Marks

Marshalltown

Cathleen

Marsh

Bellevue

Abbie

Marshall

Nebraska City

Graham

Mastel

Lincoln

Abby

Mathewson

Summerfield

Courtney

Mathewson

Summerfield

Mallory

Matthies

Omaha

Liam

McClarnon

West Point

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Bailey

McCormick

Shenandoah

Karissa

McDonald

Milford

Dawn

McElhenie

Weeping Water

Dolores

McGargill

Auburn

Noelle

McKay

Auburn

Mark

McKee

Bakersfield

Janet

McMann

Shubert

Nicole

McMann

Auburn

Kordell

McNabb

Milford

Madison

McPhillips

Omaha

Meghan

McPolin

Orland Park

Zachariah

McVay

Omaha

Amy

Medley

North Platte

Margaret

Merriman-Johnson

Peru

Daniel

Mick

Oketo

Ileta

Miller

Nebraska City

Marshall

Miller

Valentine

Robert

Mills

Red Oak

Chelsea

Miner

Johnson

Nikhil

Mirdha

Fort Collins

Kenzie

Mohlman

Auburn

Danielle

Montesanto

Oxnard

Michael

Mooney

Bellevue

Braeton

Moore

Oakland

Savannah

Moore

Idaho Falls

Sarah

Morales

Ogallala

Janell

Moreau

Lyman

Shannon

Morgan

Council Bluffs

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Michael

Morong

Lincoln

Vicki

Mulholland

Sterling

Daniel

Muniz

Miami

Casey

Myers

Elm Creek

Kendra

Myers

Malvern

Anna

Naber

York

Steeve

Ndjila Ndohnwou

Douala

Kara

Nellist

Omaha

Benjamin

Nelson

Audubon

Caleb

Nelson

Auburn

Miranda

Nelson

Omaha

Treyten

Nelson

Lincoln

Tristen

Nelson

Lincoln

Kurt

Newman

Brock

McKenna

Newman

Owatonna

Calvin

Nichols

Auburn

Abigail

Niebrugge

Omaha

Matthew

Niemann

Auburn

Kathryn

Niemeier

Beatrice

Colin

Niemeyer

Falls City

Wade

Noll

Falls City

Thomas

Norvell

Geneva

Cesar

Nunez

Arecibo

Callista

O'Donnell

Pawnee City

Samantha

Oakes

Beatrice

Courtney

Oldham

Lincoln

Gunnar

Orcutt

Elkhorn

William

Orrender

Van Buren

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Steven

Ortmeier-Wilken

Ralston

Nicole

Osborn

Kimberling City

Judsen

Owens

Brantley

Brenna

Parry

Schuyler

Rochelle

Partosan

Alma

Savannah

Paugstat

Bellevue

Morgan

Peabody

Morrill

Ashley

Peiman

Lincoln

Daniel

Petersen

Aurora

Traver

Pettijohn

Scottsbluff

Victoria

Pfeffer

Omaha

Taylor

Pfeifer

Omaha

Rachel

Pinkerton

Auburn

Serina

Plympton

Nebraska City

Michaela

Pooch

Tecumseh

Justin

Pool

Circleville

Marisa

Pribnow

Lincoln

Leah

Quick

Kansas City

Trae

Ramer

Sutton

Daisy

Ramirez

Tecumseh

Nancy

Ramirez

Tecumseh

Samantha

Rannells

Glenwood

Trenton

Rannells

Glenwood

Amanda

Rath

Pawnee City

Corrie

Rathbone

Lincoln

Catherine

Reafleng

Shenandoah

Sierra

Renner

Lincoln

Ashley

Reynolds

York

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Tamra

Reynolds

Shenandoah

Zachary

Reynolds

Denison

Chelsea

Reznicek

Omaha

Nicole

Reznicek

Omaha

Rachael

Riding

Falls City

MaKayla

Riesberg

LaVista

Carlene

Riley

Grand Island

Morgan

Ritchie

Lincoln

Brittany

Ritter

Falls City

David

Robbins

warminster

Amanda

Roberts

Dietikon

Cheyenne

Robertson

Auburn

Jacob

Robertson

Auburn

Katarina

Robertson

Tarkio

Lauren

Robertson

Omaha

Maggie

Robertson

Lincoln

Elizabeth

Robine

Omaha

Andrew

Robinson

Imperial Beach

Edwin

Rodriguez

Ponce

Linda

Romero

Lincoln

Alberto

Rosario

Carolina

Bryan

Rose

Falls City

Linda

Rotschafer

Lincoln

Delray

Rowell

Beatrice

Brooke

Rudebusch

Moorpark

Allison

Rudnicki

Omaha

Zakarias

Ruei

Omaha

Lisa

Ruffino

Walker

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Kirby

Ruhnke

Auburn

Stephanie

Rumbaugh

Lincoln

Christian

Sanchez

Ponce

Roman

Sanchez Ramirez

Nebraska City

Andrea

Sanders

Saint Joseph

Haelli

Savin

Peru

Stephanie

Scales

Denton

Jessamy

Schachtschabel

Lincoln

Amberlin

Scharsch

Aiea

Melissa

Schomerus

Nebraska City

Julia

Schultheiss

Pawnee City

Connor

Schweitzer

Morrill

Myranda

Seay

Auburn

Thomas

Settje

Lincoln

Hannah

Sexton

Beatrice

Andrew

Shackelford

Parrish

Morgan

Shaffer

Nebraska City

Kira

Shapiro

Omaha

Emily

Shevlin

Columbus

Kelsey

Shrum

North Platte

Mallory

Siebold

Peru

Marcus

Silos

North Platte

Dakota

Sixkiller

Glenpool

Rebecca

Smallfoot

Auburn

Douglas

Smith

Cedar Rapids

Mason

Smith

Grain Valley

Max

Smith

Peru

Neiman

Sneed

PERU

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Elizabeth

Snider

Maywood

Erin

Snyder

Omaha

Rachel

Soden

Topeka

Carolyn

Soukup

Lincoln

Latrice

Stark

Norfolk

Valyn

Sterns

Sutton

John

Stidd

Nebraska City

Ali

Stohs

Hanover

Laura

Stolle

Lincoln

Hailey

Stratton

Raymore

Shandi

Strawhacker

Stanberry

Jessica

Streng

Omaha

Tanner

Stroup

Peru

Micah

Summerlin

Lincoln

Kaitlyn

Tennant

Thornton

Phillip

Thomas

Aurora

Seth

Thomason

Holt

Seranna

Thummel

Otoe

Joshua

Traynor

Western

Sara

Trojan

Milford

Panseh

Tsewole

Marietta

Leah

Tubbesing

Tecumseh

Chelsea

Turek

York

Dalsis

Tysor

Riverton

Tatiana

Uilecan

Southampton

Katrina

Umland

Jansen

Bethany

Vandiver

Auburn

Sydney

VanScyoc

Elliott

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Noah

Vasa

Nebraska City

Alberto

Vazquez

Riverside

Thomas

Veleba

Pawnee City

Mahlory

Vice

South Bend

Quentin

Victor

Nebraska City

Aubrey

Voboril

Wahoo

Samantha

Wahle

Pacific Junction

Megan

Wallace

Ralston

Tyler

Warner

Auburn

Benjamin

Watkins

Omaha

Tylor

Watts

Ridgecrest

Hope

Webster

Nebraska City

Jessica

Weickert

Beatrice

Sheridan

Weideman

Lincoln

Shawn

Weise

DeWitt

Jessica

Wentling

Crofton

Megan

Wenzl

Elk Creek

Rebecca

Wessling

Omaha

Haylee

Weyers-Boldt

Sterling

Tyler

Wheelock

Omaha

Emily

Whipple

Lincoln

Kennedy

Whipple

Papillion

Corey

Wickersham

Springfield

Nicole

Wilken

Pawnee City

Ashley

Williams

Peru

Rebecca

Williams

Sterling

Cassandra

Winnicki

Omaha

Courtland

Wirtz

Bellevue

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Nyla

Witzel

Brainard

Theresa

Woods

Bellevue

Journie

Woodward

Ord

Destiny

Worthey

Humboldt

Marissa

Wusk

Adams

Hannah

Wynn

Auburn

Carley

Youde

Falls City

Kelsey

Young

Goodfield

Tracey

Younker

Plattsmouth

Logan

Zeleny

Fairmont

Brooke

Zoubek

Dorchester

Ryan

Zuhlke

Sterling

Julia

Zurek

Louisville

Morgan

Zurek

Louisville

### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/announcesfall2016deanslist.html

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Peru State College announces February 2016 on-campus events open to public

Peru State College announces February 2016 on-campus events open to public JAN 27, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- As part of Peru State College’s ongoing mission to engage community members, it has released a calendar of nineteen on-campus events open to the public in February 2016. Two extra events – one in January and one in March - have been added as a convenience. Other events open to the public and added to the calendar will be announced via social media and a press release.

February 2016

January 28

Peru Theatre Company’s 2nd Annual Cabaret Night

7:30 p.m.

Jindra Black Box Theatre Free Admission and open to the public but advertised as “Unrated.”

Feb. 6

Youth Cheer Camp

9:45 am to 4:00 pm

Interested parents should visit here. PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center

Feb. 6

PSC vs. Culver-Stockton College-WBB

2:00 pm

Youth Cheer Camp Performance PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 6

PSC vs. Culver-Stockton College-MBB

4:00 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 9

Being Muslim in America

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/february2016events.html

5:30 pm

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Peru State’s Jindra Fine Arts Black Box Theatre Free and open to the public.

Feb. 10

43rd Annual High School Business Contest

Peru State College

Feb. 10

PSC vs. MidAmerican Nazarene University-WBB

5:30 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 10

PSC vs. MidAmerican Nazarene University-MBB

7:30 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 11

Peru State Student Recital

11:00 am

Peru State’s Jindra Fine Arts Building Free and open to the public.

Feb. 13

Peru State FB Booster Club Powerlifting Meet

8:30 am

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center

Feb. 17

Open Mic Night with Brandon Thornton

6:00 pm

Peru State College Student Center Free and open to the public.

Feb. 20

PSC vs. Avila University-WBB

2:00 pm

Alumni Chili Feed and Fall Sports Recognition Fantastic Flyers Performance PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/february2016events.html

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Feb. 20

Peru State College announces February 2016 on-campus events open to public

PSC vs. Avila University-MBB

4:00 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 25

Peru State Student Recital

11:00 am

Peru State’s Jindra Fine Arts Building Free and open to the public.

Feb. 26

32nd Annual District History Day

8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Peru State College

Feb. 26

Southeast Nebraska Career Day

10:30 am to 2:30 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center

Feb. 27

PSC vs. Evangel University-WBB-Senior Day

2:00 pm

Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Recognition PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 27

PSC vs. Evangel University-MBB-Senior Day

4:00 pm

PSC’s Al Wheeler Activities Center Both games: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for 7-17, free for 6 and under.

Feb. 28

Peru State Winter Band Concert

3:00 pm

Peru State College Theatre Free and open to the public.

Mar. 2

“Ain’t I A Woman” (Sojourner Truth)

7:00 pm

Peru State College Theatre Free and open to the public.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/february2016events.html

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### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/february2016events.html

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Former Assistant Surgeon General, Retired Rear Admiral Dr. Ali Khan to visit Peru State

Former Assistant Surgeon General, Retired Rear Admiral Dr. Ali Khan to visit Peru State JAN 27, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Retired Rear Admiral Dr. Ali Khan will speak to Peru State College students on Thursday, January 28 at 1 p.m. in the CATS Conference Room. His visit will allow pre-health science students to ask questions about federal public health initiatives and agencies. Dr. Khan is a practicing physician and the Dean of the College of Public Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. He achieved the rank of rear admiral in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps before retiring. Dr. Khan’s long public health career includes being named an Assistant Surgeon General; Director of the Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention; and Deputy Director of the National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases. Dr. Khan studied medicine at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn and completed his residency at the University of Michigan. He later earned a Masters of Public Health from Emory University. The event is free and open to the public. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/formerassistantsurgeongeneralvisit.html

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Peru State College alum joins "Rockapella."

Peru State College alum joins "Rockapella." JAN 28, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

New York –Peru State College alum Ryan Chapelle is touring with world famous a cappella group Rockapella. Chapelle and the group’s current tour previously stopped in California, Florida, Nevada and Japan. Upcoming dates this spring include performances in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Wisconsin. The a cappella group formed in 1986 and may be most famous for their stint as the house band on PBS’s “Where in the World is Carmen San Diego?” The group is also known for their commercial work with brands like Folgers, Almond Joy, NBC and Taco Bell. None of the original lineup are still with the group, however Scott Leonard and Jeff Thatcher joined in the early nineties before Rockapella’s game-show height. Chapelle joined the group in February of 2015. Chapelle told the Lincoln Journal-Star’s Ground Zero, “It’s surreal to be on stage with them, and it’s more than being on stage with them, it’s being buddies with them. We all know each other’s wives.” Steven Holden with the New York Times reviewed Rockapella’s latest performance “Hits Like You Never Heard” in January of 2016. Holden’s glowing review included praise for Chappelle, “The concert was so rhythmically animated that in places you could almost swear they were singing along to tracks. The most impressive moments were solo turns by Mr. Thacher and Mr. Chappelle.” ###

For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/alumjoinsrockapella.html

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Dr. Naser Alsharif to speak on “Being Muslim in America” at Peru State College

Dr. Naser Alsharif to speak on “Being Muslim in America” at Peru State College FEB 1, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 1, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Dr. Naser Alsharif, founder and director of the Middle East Culture and Education Center in Omaha, will be visiting Peru State College on Tuesday, February 9. He will give a free, public presentation on “Being Muslim in America” in the Jindra Recital Hall at 5:30 p.m. Dr. Alsharif’s visit is sponsored by the Council for Inclusion and is part of Diversity Awareness Month programming at Peru State. His visit will also include closed presentations to Peru State classes including Human Growth and Development, International Business and Abnormal Psychology. Dr. Alsharif is an American-Muslim of Palestinian Ancestry and a professor in the Department of Pharmacy Sciences at Creighton University. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) and a Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He also holds a Ph.D. in Pharmacy from Creighton University. Dr. Alsharif was the recipient of Creighton University’s John P. Schlegel Diversity Award for Excellence and Innovation (2013) and the Distinguished Education in Teaching as Scholarship (2014). He is also the 2000 and 2006 winner of the Innovation in Teaching Award Competition and received an honorable mention for the same award in 2002 and 2004 from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. In addition to serving as Director of the Middle East Cultural and Educational Services in Omaha, Dr. Alsharif has served as a moderator for the Muslim Student Association at Creighton University; President of the Arab-American Heritage Society; board member of the American Institute of Islamic Studies and Culture; member of the Board of the Trifaith Initiative; President of the American-Arab AntiDiscrimination Committee; on the advisory board of Avenue Scholars; on the advisory board for the Conference for Inclusive Communities; on the Hate Crime Coordinating Council; and as a member of the Islamic Speaker Bureau. Anyone seeking more information about Dr. Alsharif’s visit may call Kristi Nies at 402-872-2281. ### Dr. Naser Alsharif For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Science Students Discover New Species

Science Students Discover New Species FEB 1, 2016

Kyle McAndrews and Hayden Kusy have both submitted manuscripts for publication describing previously unknown parasite species of fishes from their work with Dr. Barger in Texas. Kyle has described a new species of Caecincola trematode from white crappie, and Hayden (now graduated) described a new species of Macroderoides trematode from spotted gar. The work Kyle and Hayden have completed was funded by the NSF and reports on recent discoveries in the Big Thicket National Preserve and surrounding areas. These are the 8th and 9th new species discovered and described as part of this ongoing project.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/sciencestudentsdiscovernewspecies.html

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Peru State College to host 43rd Annual High School Business Contest

Peru State College to host 43rd Annual High School Business Contest FEB 3, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Students from high schools in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas will compete for scholarships and awards at Peru State College’s 43rd Annual High School Business Contest on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. The day will begin with a general assembly at 8:30 a.m. An awards ceremony, which is open to the public, will begin at 1:15 p.m. in the College Theatre. Professional Studies Instructor and Contest Director Ms. Lisa Parriott said, “It is an honor to be selected as the new contest director. This event has been an enormous success under previous director Dr. Judy Grotrian and I strive to continue her traditions of excellence in the competition.” Competitions will be held in 15 different disciplines, including accounting, advanced accounting, business communications, business law, business math, computer concepts, economics, entrepreneurship, introduction to business, job interview, keyboarding objective, keyboarding skills, marketing, personal finance and Web page design. First-place winners in each of the 15 categories will receive $500 tuition scholarships (for on-campus classes) to Peru State. Medals will also be awarded to first through fifth-place winners in each contest. Parriott continued, “This year’s event will include 27 high schools and nearly 400 high school students. Over 100 Peru State College students have volunteered to assist on event day. The support of the campus community and the high schools is what makes this event so successful.” Participating high schools include Auburn, Bellevue East, Concordia, Deshler, Elmwood-Murdock, Falls City High, Freeman Public, Gretna High, Heartland Community, HTRS, Johnson County Central, Johnson-Brock, Lincoln East, Lincoln High, Lincoln North Star, Lincoln Northeast, Lincoln Southeast, Lincoln Southwest, Nebraska City High, Palmyra, Sabetha, Sidney, Sterling Public Schools, Syracuse, Tarkio High, Tri County and Wymore Southern. For a tentative schedule of events and other information about the Business Contest visit https://www.peru.edu/professionalstudies/businesscontest/ or contact Parriott at lparriott@peru.edu or 402-872-2273. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/highschoolbusinesscontest2016.html

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Peru State College to host 43rd Annual High School Business Contest

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College to host Southeast Nebraska Career Fair

Peru State College to host Southeast Nebraska Career Fair FEB 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host its annual Southeast Nebraska Career Fair from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25 in the Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC). The event is free and open to the public. Students and people from across southeast Nebraska are encouraged to attend. Career Fair Coordinator Jamie Eberly said, “This year, we are honored to have great area school districts, returning employers and new businesses registered! We still hope that additional businesses will register and there will be a fantastic turnout by students and the community.” Businesses participating include: Automated Systems, Inc. B103 FM Radio Better Living Counseling Services, Inc. Boys Town National Research Hospital Clarinda Academy Falls City EDGE J.J. Palmtag, Inc. Johnson-Brock Public School Nebraska Army National Guard Midwest Medical Transport Company Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Nebraska Department of Labor Nebraska State Patrol Plattsmouth Community School Proteus, Inc.

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PSC Graduate Programs Thrivent Financial U.S. Army UNMC College of Public Health USDA Farm Service Agency VanderVeen & Goracke Verizon Wireless YMCA Of Lincoln

Free booth space remains available for employers. Register online at https://www.peru.eduhttps://careerservices.peru.educareerfair/index.htm. Registration will be closing soon. Eberly continues, “By attending the career fair, not only will students and community members increase their professional network, but also learn about skills and experiences that employers are looking for in future employees. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for employers to meet Peru State students!.”

Lauren Robertson of Omaha, Nebraska attending the 2015 Career Fair. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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Peru State College Feeds Hungry Children in Peru

Peru State College Feeds Hungry Children in Peru FEB 8, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 8, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State National Alumni Association is planning their annual chili feed on February 20, 2016. The chili feed will be held in the Al Wheeler Activity Center during the Women’s Basketball and Men’s Basketball games against Avila University. Peru State College President Dan Hanson said, “The Chili Feed is a wonderful event that brings together Peru State College supporters – the community, alumni, students and more.” “Everyone needs to mark their calendars and head to Peru for some great chili and fellowship.” The women’s game begins at 2 p.m. and chili will be served starting at halftime. The half-time entertainment for both games will be provided by Gary’s Tumbling and the Fantastic Flyers. Between the games, athletic and academic recognitions will be made to fall 2015 athletes. The men’s game will begin at 4:00 p.m. A free will donation will be accepted at the chili feed. Admission to the basketball games is $8 for adults; $7 for seniors; $5 for kids 717; and free for 6 and under. The National Alumni Association’s mission is to promote the unique legacy of Peru State College through lifelong involvement. Alumni participation, whether it is through event attendance, volunteering, or financial support is key to strengthening the NAA and ultimately, Peru State. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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Peru State’s Criminal Justice program named among top 50 in nation.

Peru State’s Criminal Justice program named among top 50 in nation. FEB 10, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru State’s Criminal Justice program named among top 50 in nation.

Peru, Nebraska- Value Colleges named Peru State College’s Criminal Justice program #34 in the nation for best value in online education. Value Colleges considered 150 online programs before narrowing down the results to 100% online and accredited schools and then ranking them by their actual cost, U.S. News & World Report Rankings and Payscale.com’s College Return on Investment (ROI) Report. Carrie Sealey-Morris, the editor of ValueColleges.com explains, “Value Colleges is here to direct prospective students to those online degree programs that offer the most bang for the buck – accredited, respected universities and colleges that make an excellent education affordable.” Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies, said, “Peru State is honored to be included on any list recognizing best values in higher education.” “Our criminal justice majors learn from dynamic and well-trained, scholar-practitioner faculty who provide an engaging and enjoyable academic experience in criminal justice. The faculty goes above and beyond to make sure students are prepared for the challenges criminal justice graduates face in the 21st century.” Peru State College’s low yearly tuition rate is consistently recognized on lists for affordability for in-state and out-of-state tuition. The U.S. Department of Education reports that the national average for tuition costs is 25% more for in-state students than Peru State and CollegeData.com says Peru State is at 50% of the national average for out-of-state tuition. Value Colleges writes, “With tuition at only $246 – with no other hidden fees – Peru State is a value that is going to get a lot of attention.” Peru State College did not participate in the U.S. News & World Report Rankings at the time of this survey. However, the Payscale.com College ROI Report found that at 10.8%, Peru State was best in the state of Nebraska for annual return on investment after graduation. Sealey-Morris adds, “Without a U.S. News & World Report ranking, Peru State's showing is all the more impressive, with cost and average ROI amply making up for the lack of a third metric.” Value Colleges writes, “Like any smart, small public college, Peru State is branching out into online education to fill its students’ needs, and they’re doing so with style. Their well-designed website and strong programs are a good sign for Peru State’s future.” Dr. Galardi continues, “The Criminal Justice program is an important and well-respected program in Nebraska and throughout the nation. Peru State College is proud to provide well-prepared criminal justice graduates for law enforcement; corrections; probation and parole; drug and alcohol counseling; private security; and other health and human services occupations.” “Our graduates are sought after and highly valued. Our programs help students get well-paying jobs that allow them to immediately contribute to the human services role in Nebraska and throughout the nation.”

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Value Colleges offers meticulously researched, straightforward, and practical answers to commonly asked questions about value and affordability when making college decisions. The original article may be found at http://www.valuecolleges.com/rankings/best-onlinecriminal-justice-programs/

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Hogue to serve as Director of Marketing and Communications at Peru State College

Hogue to serve as Director of Marketing and Communications at Peru State College FEB 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College has named Jason Hogue to the position of Director of Marketing and Communications. Hogue began his work at Peru State College on December 1, 2015. Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College, praised Hogue’s start, “Jason has really hit the ground running. I appreciate his energy, enthusiasm and expertise.” “I fully expect that he will be able to take Peru State’s media communications to a whole new level. We are excited to further showcase all of the unique and exceptional successes at the College.” Hogue writes, “I am honored to be the voice for students, faculty and staff and their many wonderful stories at Peru State College. I look forward to sharing their talents and triumphs with our community.” Hogue comes to Peru from Fort Scott, Kansas where he was the Director of Public Relations at Fort Scott Community College. He has also taught public relations and speech courses for Crowder College, Drury University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City. In conjunction to teaching, Hogue has assisted in media and constituent relations with the Missouri Department of Social Services, the Missouri Office of the Governor, the Missouri Republican Party and other civic and public organizations. Hogue earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from Missouri State University and a master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Hogue is joined in Peru by his wife, Michelle, and their two small children: Gideon, age 4, and Esther, age 2. The Hogue family have purchased a home in Peru. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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Peru State College announces results from 43rd Annual High School Business Contest

Peru State College announces results from 43rd Annual High School Business Contest FEB 12, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- More than four hundred students from high schools in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas competed for scholarships and awards at Peru State College’s 43rd Annual High School Business Contest on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Competitions were held in fifteen different disciplines and each first place winner will receive a $500 tuition scholarship for on-campus classes at Peru State College. The top five students in each category also received a medal. Professional Studies Instructor and Contest Director Ms. Lisa Parriott said, “It is an honor to bring so many students to Peru State to compete. Congratulations to all our winners and a warm thank you to everyone on and off campus that helped make this happen.” Participating high schools included Auburn, Bellevue East, Concordia, Deshler, Elmwood-Murdock, Falls City High, Freeman Public, Gretna High, Heartland Community, HTRS, Johnson County Central, Johnson-Brock, Lincoln East, Lincoln High, Lincoln North Star, Lincoln Northeast, Lincoln Southeast, Lincoln Southwest, Nebraska City High, Palmyra, Sabetha, Sidney, Sterling Public Schools, Syracuse, Tarkio High, Tri County and Wymore Southern.

1st Place Accounting Photo, left to right: Peru State student Student Mary Blacketer; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st Place in Accounting, Emilee Shostrom, Lincoln East High School; Lincoln East Instructor Lori Anderson-Stowe; Peru State business faculty, Dr. Judy Grotrian; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Accounting

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Emilee Shostrom

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

2nd

Adrian Whittmann

Auburn High School

Maranda Gerdes

3rd

Aaron Buller

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

4th

Hannah Esch

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

5th

Joel Keim

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

1st Place Advanced Accounting Photo, left to right: Peru State student Student Haley Benedict; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st Place, Alyssa Rippe, Syracuse High School; Syracuse Instructor, Susan Wellman; Peru State business faculty, Mr. Matt Gleason; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Advanced Accounting

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1st

Alyssa Rippe

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

h2nd

Grant Moles

Johnson County Central

Dustin Buggi & Angie Huskey

3rd

William Speckmann

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

4th

ohn Willey

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

5th

Bailey Kuhlmann

HTRS

Joan Dreier

1st Place Business Communication Photo, left to right: Peru State student Student Dolores McGargill; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st Place, Callie Zeorian, Elmwood-Murdock High School; Elmwood-Murdock Instructor, Laura Rikli; Peru State business faculty, Dr. Christy Hutchison; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Business Communication

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Callie Zeorian

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

2nd

Hannah Esch

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

3rd

Frankie Dowding

Palmyra High School

Andrew Conn

4th

Alex Rownd

Lincoln Southeast

Lindsay Tillinghast

5th

Amanda Srygley

Concordia High School

Amanda Lee

No first place photo, Heartland Community left campus before the awards ceremony. Business Law

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Leslie Braun

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

2nd

Cade Crowell

Gretna High School

Carrie Smith & Chris Swantek

3rd

Trenton Plager

HTRS

Joan Dreier

4th

John Kanel

HTRS

Joan Dreier

5th

Jordan Strong

Gretna High School

Carrie Smith & Chris Swantek

1st Place Business Math Photo, left to right: Peru State student Student Hannah Chubbuck; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st Place, Rachel Jarvis, Lincoln Northeast High School; Lincoln Northeast Instructor Jocelyn Crabtree; Peru State business faculty, Cassandra Weitzenkamp; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Business Math

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Rachel Jarvis

Lincoln Northeast

Jocelyn Crabtree

2nd

Braxtyn DeGolyer

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

3rd

Alix Cui

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

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4th

Kristen Hall

Sidney High School

Kent Larsen

5th

Trenton Plager

HTRS

Joan Dreier

No first place photo, Heartland Community left campus before the awards ceremony. Computer Concepts

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Leslie Braun

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

2nd

Rachel Jarvis

Lincoln Northeast

Jocelyn Crabtree

3rd

Grant Moles

Johnson County Central

Dustin Buggi & Angie Huskey

4th

Michael Mason

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

5th

Hunter Guru

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

1st Place Economics Photo, left to right: Peru State student Haley Benedict; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place student Colton Patrick, Bellevue East High School; Bellevue East Instructor, Andrew Werner; Peru State business faculty, John Tiner; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Economics

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Colton Patrick

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

2nd

Haley Huebert

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

3rd

Keenan Allen

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

4th

Joel Keim

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

5th

Noah Mosier

Deshler High School

Cletus Corman

No first place photo, Heartland Community left campus before the awards ceremony. Entrepreneurship

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Owen Wurst

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

2nd

Michael Mason

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

3rd

Noah Mosier

Deshler High School

Cletus Corman

4th

Chloe Moore

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

5th

Samantha Jo Young

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

No first place photo, Deshler High School left campus before the awards ceremony. Introduction to Business

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1st

Noah Mosier

Deshler High School

Cletus Corman

2nd

Maya Mercer

Nebraska City

Matthew Thompson

3rd

Colton Patrick

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

4th

Hunter Guru

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

5th

Jennifer Wang

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

1st Place Job Interview Photo, left to right: Peru State student Hannah Chubbuck; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place winner in Job Interview, Samantha Jo Young from Syracuse High School; Syracuse Instructor, Susan Wellman; Dr. Sheri GotrianRyan, Peru State business faculty; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Job Interview

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Samantha Jo Young

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

2nd

Emerson Carbajal

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

3rd

Robbie Harbin

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

4th

Jessica Bohling

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

5th

Emily Zakaras

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

1st Place Keyboarding (Objectives) Photo, left to right: Peru State student Mary Blacketer; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place student Reagan Petersen, Syracuse High School; Syracuse Instructor, Susan Wellman; Peru State business faculty, Dr. Judy Grotrian; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Keyboarding I (Objective)

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Reagan Petersen

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

2nd

Aubrey Grasz

Concordia High School

Amanda Lee

3rd

Isaiah Spruth-Janssen

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

4th

Devin Uitts

Gretna High School

Carrie Smith & Chris Swantek

5th

Katrina Hansen

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

No first place photo, Heartland Community left campus before the awards ceremony. Keyboarding I (Skills)

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Kristina Rowe

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

2nd

Jac Clements

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

3rd

Camille Frey

HTRS

Joan Dreier

4th

Tony Ong

Lincoln High School

Sara Rush

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5th

Drew Closner

Gretna High School

Carrie Smith & Chris Swantek

1st Place Marketing Photo, left to right: Peru State student Dolores McGargill; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place student, Maya Mercer, Nebraska City High School; Nebraska City Instructor, Matthew Thompson; Peru State business faculty, Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Marketing

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Maya Mercer

Nebraska City

Matthew Thompson

2nd

Haley Huebert

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

3rd

Ashtyn Cooper

Elmwood-Murdock

Laura Rikli & Kurk Shrader

4th

Jason Burhoop

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

5th

Emilee Shostrom

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

1st Place Personal Finance Photo, left to right: Peru State student Travis Carnahan; and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place student, Howard Hinton, Sabetha; Sabetha Instructor, Kent Larsen; Peru State business faculty, Ms. Cassandra Weitzenkamp; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Personal Finance

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Howard Hinton

Sabetha High School

Kent Larsen

2nd

Laurel Smith

Sabetha High School

Kent Larsen

3rd

Brett Stallbaumer

Sabetha High School

Kent Larsen

4th

Ethan Hall

Heartland Community

Kristy Most

5th

Alyssa Rippe

Syracuse High School

Susan Wellman

1st Place Web Page Design Photo, left to right: Lisa Parriott, businss faculty and business contest director; Peru State student, Hannah Chubbuck; Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers; 1st place student, Rachel Jarvis, Lincoln Northeast High School; Lincoln Northeast instructor Jocelyn Crabtree; and Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Web Page Design

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Rachel Jarvis

Lincoln Northeast

Jocelyn Crabtree

2nd

Michael Mason

Lincoln East

Lori Anderson-Stowe

3rd

Jack Hansen-Reed

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

4th

Adrian Whittmann

Auburn High School

Maranda Gerdes

5th

Taylor Bernt

Lincoln Southeast

Lindsay Tillinghast

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Peru State College to host 32nd Annual District History Day

Peru State College to host 32nd Annual District History Day FEB 22, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 22, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will be hosting the 32nd Annual District History Day on Friday, February 26, 2016. The event will use the National History Day theme “Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History.” The National History Day website writes, “This theme is broad enough in scope to encourage investigations of topics ranging from local to world history and across any geographic area or time period. Consider this theme an invitation to look across time, space and geography to find examples in history of when people took a risk and made a change.” More than 300 students will converge on the Peru State campus to present almost 200 different research topics. Their research will be divided into a junior division for ages six to eight and a senior division for grades nine to twelve. Over 60 judges from Peru State College and across the state will review entries in their category sitting in panels of three. Peru State students will be serving as Judges’ Assistants. Dr. Sara Crook, District History Day Director and professor at Peru State College writes, “The students conduct extensive research based on the annual theme and present their findings in one of five medias: exhibits, documentaries, performances, papers or as a website.” “Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while creating their entries by utilizing their talents and abilities.” The top four winners in each category from the District Contest are eligible for the State Contest in Lincoln in April. Winner at the State Contest will be eligible to compete in the National Contest held in Washington, D.C. In addition to the top four winners, the Peru State Competition features eight special awards. The awards are sponsored by campus and community partners interested in preserving local, regional and national history. An award entitled “We Proceeded On” will be awarded to an individual entry in the junior division whose entry is focused on an individual or group who displayed extraordinary leadership in promoting a cause or an idea. The award includes a one year pass (to awardee and immediate family) to the Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Center in Nebraska City, NE; a copy of the book “Undaunted Journey” by Stephen Ambrose; and a certificate. Phi Alpha Theta (PAT), PSC’s history honorary society, sponsors the special “Michelle A Broady Award for Extraordinary Determination.” All sponsoring teachers will be encouraged to nominate one of their History Day competitors for this award. The members of PSC’s PAT will review the nominations and make the award presentation. Starting new this year, this award will have a $100 stipend. The Kregel Windmill Museum in Nebraska City is sponsoring a special award for the best entry on a subject dealing with machinery used in agriculture, past or present. The Peru Historical Foundation is sponsoring a trophy for the best entry, individual or group focusing on a historical event/innovation of Southeast Nebraska. The Nebraska City Museum Association is sponsoring an award with individual trophies for the best use of oral history interviews in an

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individual or group entry. The Mayhew Cabin is sponsoring an award for the best entry, individual or group using 19th Century African-American History. The award includes an individual pass to the Mayhew Cabin and a book. Arbor Lodge is sponsoring an award for the best individual entry with a topic on the environment and/or Nebraska. The book “It Happened in Nebraska” and a one year individual “ Explore it All“ pass from Arbor Day Farm for Arbor Lodge and the Tree Adventure will be awarded to the winner. The Nemaha Valley Museum is sponsoring $50 cash awards for one junior division and one senior division student "for entries with a connection to Nemaha County or southeast Nebraska" The projects will be judged with the following criteria: a Nemaha County or a Southeast Nebraska topic (weighted in favor of Nemaha County); the use of primary source material; the use of oral history; and the use of Nemaha Valley Museum resources as referenced in the annotated bibliography. ###

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“Ain’t I A Woman?” to be performed at Peru State College

“Ain’t I A Woman?” to be performed at Peru State College FEB 22, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 22, 2016, 1:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The musical and theatrical production of “Ain’t I A Woman” will be performed at Peru State College on March 2, 2016. The production will feature Core Ensemble in the Peru State College Theatre at 7:00 p.m. This chamber music theatre performance highlights one actress accompanied by a musical trio (cello, piano & percussion). The work celebrates the lives and times of four significant African American Women: ex-slave and fiery abolitionist Sojourner Truth, renowned novelist and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston, exuberant folk artist Clementine Hunter and fervent civil rights worker Fannie Lou Hamer. Dr. Sara Crook, professor at Peru State, said, “’Ain’t I A Woman’ is the perfect segue between Black History Month and Women’s History Month. I hope everyone can join us as we explore the legacy of four of America’s most brilliant and influential black women.” The written work is by Kim Hines. The musical score is drawn from the heartfelt spirituals of the Deep South, the urban exuberance of the Jazz Age and concert music by African American composers including Diane Monroe. The event is funded by a number of campus and community partners. Campus partners include the Student Senate, Phi Alpha Theta, Black Student Union, Peru Theatre Company and the School of Arts and Sciences. Community partners include the Nebraska Arts Council, Humanities Nebraska and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment for Arts and Humanities.

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Peru State to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthdate.

Peru State to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthdate. FEB 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska-The Peru Student Education Association (PSEA) will celebrate the birthday of author Dr. Seuss by hosting area children on the Peru State College campus Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 for four theatrical presentations of Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham; Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are; The Foot Book; and What Pet Should I Get? Performances, which are free and open to the public, begin at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. both days in the College Theatre on the Peru State College campus. Green Eggs and Ham was written with only 50 different words. Sam-I-Am tries to get his friend to try a new dish in a variety of circumstances. Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are was written in 1973. The book begins, "When I was quite young and quite small for my size, I met an old man in the Desert of Drize." So begins the terrific advice of the wise old man in the Desert of Drize. The Foot Book is a favorite of young children everywhere. The 1968 book teaches the importance of opposites with rhymes and feet. Written in possibly the late 1950s or early 1960s, the script and illustrations for What Pet Should I Get? were discovered in a box by his family twenty years after Seuss’ death. Published in 2013, the book illustrates that while making decisions can be hard, eventually you have to “make up your mind.” Eight hundred Head Start and pre-Kindergarten through fourth grade students from 12 area schools are scheduled to attend the annual event, which is held in conjunction with Read Across America Week. In addition to the theatrical production, students will be asked to take a “Reader’s Oath.” PSEA members will also donate books to each of the schools in attendance. Dr. Judith Ruskamp, associate professor of education and PSEA advisor said, “Our teacher candidates enjoy hosting this event each spring because it is an opportunity for them to promote the importance of reading. They also gain valuable, authentic experience working with students as they continue to develop their knowledge and skills related to teaching in the classroom. The Peru Student Education Association appreciates that schools in our surrounding communities continue to make the annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Party a regular event on their school calendars.” Dr. Seuss was born Theodore Geisel in 1904. His first book titled And To Think That I Saw It On Mulberry Street, published in 1936, was an instant success. His desire to excite children to read led him to write The Cat in the Hat in 1954 followed by 42 other books. He won a Pulitzer Prize in 1984 and was also awarded three Academy Awards. For more information on the event, contact Associate Professor of Education Dr. Judith Ruskamp at 402-872-2301 or jruskamp@peru.edu.

PSC Students presenting at the 2015 Birthday ###

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For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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February service: Peru State gives blood after winter storm Kayla.

February service: Peru State gives blood after winter storm Kayla. FEB 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 2016, 10:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College hosted the American Red Cross Bloodmobile on February 9. Students, faculty and staff donated 64 pints including 56 pints of whole blood and 8 pints of double red blood cells. Peru State’s blood drive came following winter storm Kayla. Several media outlets reported at the time that the Red Cross was in urgent need of blood donors due to weather related injuries and regular donor inability to travel. Peru State College student Brenna Parry of Schuyler, Nebraska said, “I was so excited to see students supporting the blood drive to help us reach our goal. How wonderful it is to see so many caring people on our campus who made time to give blood and help save lives.” The Red Cross wrote for the event, “From major surgery or serious injuries like car accidents, to treatments for illnesses such as sickle cell disease or leukemia – someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion every two seconds.” “Not all blood types are compatible with each other, which is why every single donor plays a critical and lifesaving part. You may never meet the person you helped, but they’ll always be grateful for your compassion and kindness. Show some real love this Valentine’s Day.” A pint of whole blood can save up to three lives when the blood is separated into red cells, platelets, plasma and/or cryoprecipitate. Most pints are process into two or three of these products. Double red cell donation uses a special machine to allow you to safely donate two units of red blood cells during one donation while returning your plasma and platelets to you in order to keep your blood volume high. Red blood cells are the most frequently used blood component and are needed by almost every type of patient requiring transfusion. This is the second in a series of press releases regarding Peru State College service activities in February of 2016.

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Peru State College students to play in Nebraska Intercollegiate Band

Peru State College students to play in Nebraska Intercollegiate Band FEB 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Lincoln, Nebraska- The 2016 Nebraska Intercollegiate Band has accepted three students from Peru State College. The intercollegiate band will perform a free and open to the public concert at 8 p.m. on March 4 on the University of Nebraska – Lincoln campus. Guest conductor Dr. Travis Cross will lead the band through two days of eight-hour rehearsals with two performances of the intercollegiate band: an opening concert on March 3 and a public concert on March 4. Cross is currently an associate professor of music and department vice chair at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Pat Fortney, director of bands at Peru State, said, “Intercollegiate band is an excellent opportunity for musicians from around the state to collaborate and grow musically. They’ll bring that growth back to our campus, spreading the benefit of their attendance to several groups and ensembles.” Damian Causgrove of Nebraska City, Nebraska will play the baritone saxophone for the intercollegiate band. Causgrove is a sophomore majoring in Math Education. Lowgaen Schmidt of Louisville, Nebraska will play the French horn. Schmidt is a senior majoring in Music Education. Michael Cassavant of Lincoln, Nebraska will play the Tuba in the intercollegiate band. Cassavant is a senior majoring in Music Education. The 2016 Intercollegiate Band is sponsored by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association. The Nebraska State Bandmasters Association was founded as an unincorporated educational organization in 1962 for anyone interested in the improvement of school bands.

### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a 1000 Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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February Service: Peru State sends valentines to veterans.

February Service: Peru State sends valentines to veterans. FEB 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Before Valentine’s Day, Peru State College students involved in the PILOT program made valentines to send to veterans at the Veteran Administration’s Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System. Avery Grebert of Shenandoah, Iowa said “We like doing these types of projects because it is a way to show appreciation for our veterans.” Machaela Cowan of Omaha adds, “It’s always nice to see the school community work together on projects. We really enjoy doing activities for our veterans.” Peggy Groff, staff advisor for PILOT, said, “Students welcomed the opportunity as a way to honor and thank our veterans for their service to our country.” PILOT also organized an event where students made Thanksgiving cards that were sent to the Veteran’s Hospital in Omaha. The intent was to thank veterans (patients) for their service and wish them a Happy Thanksgiving. PILOT stands for Peru Individual Leaders of Today. The purpose of PILOT is to provide an opportunity for the students at Peru State College to volunteer for service learning projects that will benefit others. This is the first in a series of releases regarding Peru State College service in the month of February.

Valentines for Vets: Avery Grebert, Shenandoah, IA and Cami Heath, Maryville, MO Valentines for Vets: Haley Fleek, Omaha, NE and Brenna Parry, Schuyler, NE Valentines for Vets: Ryan Christensen, Omaha, NE and Anna Naber, York, NE ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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February Service: Peru State sends valentines to veterans.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State students learn from Holocaust Survivor

Peru State students learn from Holocaust Survivor FEB 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Members of Peru State’s Student Success Services visited the Institute for Holocaust Education in Ashland, Nebraska on February 12. As part of the visit, students were immersed in several different opportunities to learn about the Holocaust perpetuated by the Nazi’s and their allies. Peru State College student Michael Trivilino of Omaha, Nebraska said, “The documentary, museum tour and Dr. Kader’s story gave us a different perspective on the Holocaust from what we learned in high school. There was so much more meaning and the day greatly impacted my understanding of the Holocaust.” Donna Walter, Education Coordinator for the Institute, led the group on a guided tour of the current exhibit, Searching for Humanity: Veterans, Victims and Survivors of World War II. Nationally known artist, Matthew Placzek designed the exhibit with photos, memorabilia, and testimony of Nebraska Holocaust survivors, soldiers and those whose courageous actions liberated prisoners from concentration camps in Nazi-occupied Europe. Upon entering the exhibit, an emotional journey unfolds for visitors as the images chronicle remarkable personal experiences of confronting one of the most inhumane periods in our world’s history. The exhibit “asks its audience to consider the search for humanity during the Holocaust and to reflect on man’s obligation to humankind." Following the tour, Fred Kader, one of the Holocaust’s hidden children, spoke to the students about his heart-rending experiences and how he is piecing together his past and survival of the Shoah in Belgium. Kader is a pediatric neurologist in Omaha. Kader “has spoken publicly about his experience as well as about the horrors and the lessons of the Holocaust. ‘We have to tell our story because it’s the only way we can teach people what happened. You hope people will listen and you hope people will learn. If you know about it, then when you see bigotry in front of your eyes you’ll recognize it and then maybe you’ll try to put a stop to it.’” Peru State Student Lilian Rewerts of Leavenworth, Kansas said, “It was a very sobering experience to hear Dr. Kader tell us about his life experiences. His presentation was very personal.” Peru State College Student Chloe Johnson of Sydney, Nebraska adds, “After everything Dr. Kader went through, it was nice to see the goodness that came out of such a horrible part of our history. He is a doctor for children and has helped the world to be better.” The Nebraska Holocaust Education Consortium is a group of Nebraska educators committed to teaching students and teachers the universal lessons of the Holocaust through age-appropriate resources. The consortium is committed to assisting educational institutions by training teachers using Holocaust materials that meet Nebraska State Standards and by providing other Holocaust educational resources to advance the knowledge and teaching skills of educators throughout Nebraska.

Holocaust Survivor, Dr. Fred Kader Dr. Fred Kader meeting with Peru State Students. From left to right: Rose Villeda of Fairbury, NE; Samantha Wahle of Pacific Junction, IA; Marissa Florian of Wilber, NE; Katie Corey of Beatrice, NE; Kristen Edelman of Omaha, NE; Michael Trivilino of Omaha, NE; Lilian Rewerts of Leavenworth, KS; (below) Chloe Johnson of Sidney, NE; (above) Heather Greer of Independence, MO; (partially obscured) Meghan Tyburski of Cleveland, OH; Katie

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Evans of Independence, MO; Danielle Hall of Lincoln, NE; Dr. Fred Kader; Theresa Durst of Greenwood, NE; Mikaela Thompson of Omaha, NE; (partially obscured) Savana Yale-Barton of Peru, NE; Hailey Kaderabek of Daykin, NE; (above) Alison Roggenkamp of Sabetha, KS; (above) Hannah Jones of Auburn, NE; Taneesha Hunter of Peru, NE; Jordan Johnson of Omaha, NE; Peggy Groff, Student Support Services Coordinator. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College Announces March 2016 events

Peru State College Announces March 2016 events FEB 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- As part of Peru State College’s ongoing mission to engage community members, it has released a calendar of nineteen on-campus events open to the public in March 2016. March

2 p.m. and 4

Peru State Softball vs. College of St. Mary

Peru State

Free

p.m. March

7 p.m.

“Ain’t I a Woman?”

PSC College Theatre

Free

March

7:00 p.m.

TBD Men's BBall Heart of America Conf.

TBD

Tournament March

9:30 a.m.

Dr. Seuss Birthday

PSC College Theatre

Free

March

1:30 p.m.

Dr. Seuss Birthday

PSC College Theatre

Free

March

7:30 p.m.

Peru Theatre Company's Frankenstein'd

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets $10; seniors and

Theatre

children $5

March

9:30 a.m.

Dr. Seuss Birthday

PSC College Theatre

Free

March

1:30 p.m.

Dr. Seuss Birthday

PSC College Theatre

Free

March

7:00 p.m.

TBD Men's BBall Heart of America Conf.

TBD

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets $10; seniors and

Theatre

children $5

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets $10; seniors and

Theatre

children $5

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets $10; seniors and

Theatre

children $5

Peru State Baseball vs. Dakota Wesleyan

Peru State

Free

Peru State Baseball vs. Dakota Wesleyan

Peru State

Free

Tournament March

March

7:30 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

1 p.m. and 3

Peru Theatre Company's Frankenstein'd

p.m. March

12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

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2 p.m. and 4

Peru State Softball vs. Midland

Peru State

Free

Peru State Baseball vs. Culver-Stockton

Peru State

Free

Peru State Softball vs. Ottawa

Peru State

Free

Peru State Softball vs. Presentation

Peru State

Free

Peru State Baseball vs. William Penn

Peru State

Free

2 p.m. and 4

Peru State Softball vs. Nebraska

Peru State

Free

p.m.

Wesleyan

1 p.m. and 3

Peru State Baseball vs. Midland

Peru State

Free

Peru State Softball vs. Baker

Peru State

Free

p.m. March

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

March

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

March

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

March

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

March

p.m. March

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State students learn from Holocaust Survivor

Peru State students learn from Holocaust Survivor FEB 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Members of Peru State’s Student Success Services visited the Institute for Holocaust Education in Ashland, Nebraska on February 12. As part of the visit, students were immersed in several different opportunities to learn about the Holocaust perpetuated by the Nazi’s and their allies. Peru State College student Michael Trivilino of Omaha, Nebraska said, “The documentary, museum tour and Dr. Kader’s story gave us a different perspective on the Holocaust from what we learned in high school. There was so much more meaning and the day greatly impacted my understanding of the Holocaust.” Donna Walter, Education Coordinator for the Institute, led the group on a guided tour of the current exhibit, Searching for Humanity: Veterans, Victims and Survivors of World War II. Nationally known artist, Matthew Placzek designed the exhibit with photos, memorabilia, and testimony of Nebraska Holocaust survivors, soldiers and those whose courageous actions liberated prisoners from concentration camps in Nazi-occupied Europe. Upon entering the exhibit, an emotional journey unfolds for visitors as the images chronicle remarkable personal experiences of confronting one of the most inhumane periods in our world’s history. The exhibit “asks its audience to consider the search for humanity during the Holocaust and to reflect on man’s obligation to humankind." Following the tour, Fred Kader, one of the Holocaust’s hidden children, spoke to the students about his heart-rending experiences and how he is piecing together his past and survival of the Shoah in Belgium. Kader is a pediatric neurologist in Omaha. Kader “has spoken publicly about his experience as well as about the horrors and the lessons of the Holocaust. ‘We have to tell our story because it’s the only way we can teach people what happened. You hope people will listen and you hope people will learn. If you know about it, then when you see bigotry in front of your eyes you’ll recognize it and then maybe you’ll try to put a stop to it.’” Peru State Student Lilian Rewerts of Leavenworth, Kansas said, “It was a very sobering experience to hear Dr. Kader tell us about his life experiences. His presentation was very personal.” Peru State College Student Chloe Johnson of Sydney, Nebraska adds, “After everything Dr. Kader went through, it was nice to see the goodness that came out of such a horrible part of our history. He is a doctor for children and has helped the world to be better.” The Nebraska Holocaust Education Consortium is a group of Nebraska educators committed to teaching students and teachers the universal lessons of the Holocaust through age-appropriate resources. The consortium is committed to assisting educational institutions by training teachers using Holocaust materials that meet Nebraska State Standards and by providing other Holocaust educational resources to advance the knowledge and teaching skills of educators throughout Nebraska. Dr. Fred Kader meeting with Peru State Students. From left to right: Rose Villeda of Fairbury, NE; Samantha Wahle of Pacific Junction, IA; Marissa Florian of Wilber, NE; Katie Corey of Beatrice, NE; Kristen Edelman of Omaha, NE; Michael Trivilino of Omaha, NE; Lilian Rewerts of Leavenworth, KS; (below) Chloe Johnson of Sidney, NE; (above) Heather Greer of Independence, MO; (partially obscured) Meghan Tyburski of Cleveland, OH; Katie Evans of Independence, MO; Danielle Hall of Lincoln, NE; Dr. Fred Kader; Theresa Durst of

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Peru State students learn from Holocaust Survivor

Greenwood, NE; Mikaela Thompson of Omaha, NE; (partially obscured) Savana Yale-Barton of Peru, NE; Hailey Kaderabek of Daykin, NE; (above) Alison Roggenkamp of Sabetha, KS; (above) Hannah Jones of Auburn, NE; Taneesha Hunter of Peru, NE; Jordan Johnson of Omaha, NE; Peggy Groff, Student Support Services Coordinator. Holocaust Survivor, Dr. Fred Kader ###

For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Cammack named Director of Admissions at Peru State College

Cammack named Director of Admissions at Peru State College FEB 29, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Cindy Cammack has been named the Director of Admissions at Peru State College. Cammack is a twenty-nine year veteran of college recruitment. Dr. Dan Hanson said, “Cindy brings incredible experience and a wealth of knowledge to our growing college.” “Students have a lot of choices to make about college and I think Cindy will do a great job helping students know that Peru State is the right college for them. She’s also going to help more parents realize Peru State is an incredible value for the price.” Hanson adds, “I am very happy to welcome Cindy to Peru State.” Cammack has spent the majority of her career recruiting for the University of Nebraska – Lincoln where she served as associate director of admissions for fourteen years. Cammack has also held positions focusing on the exclusive recruitment of freshmen, transfer students, international students, agricultural sciences and natural resources students and engineering students. Cammack said, “Recruiting students is my passion. I enjoy developing relationships with students as well as high school and college counselors.” During my professional career, I’ve been able to develop strategies and tactics to work with every student population. I love the challenges and opportunities I’ve been given to work with a wide variety of students.” “Peru State College is my new challenge. There is a wealth of reasons to choose to be a Bobcat and I am enjoying every minute of telling students and their parents why.” Cammack has been a member of the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers, the Nebraska American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers, the Big 10 Conference Transfer Group, the National Association for the Study of Transfer Groups and the University Association for Administrative Development. Originally from DeWitt, Nebraska, Cammack is a graduate of Tri County High School. She earned a bachelors of arts in journalism and a master of arts in educational psychology from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Cammack is currently serving as the silent auction chair for the Cattleman’s Ball of Nebraska. She is also past president of the Junior League of Lincoln and past president of the Ladies of Lincoln Golf Association.

Cindy Cammack ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

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About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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February service: Peru State students host Family Literacy Game Night.

February service: Peru State students host Family Literacy Game Night. FEB 29, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College students and education faculty hosted a Family Literacy Game Night at St. Andrew School in Tecumseh, Nebraska on February 11. Dr. Gina Bittner, Dr. Kelly Kingsley and 28 teacher candidates hosted the event for the small area Catholic school. Family Literacy Game Night is an ongoing partnership between Peru State College and St. Andrew School in its third year. The night is designed to showcase developing best practices in teaching literacy and engaging parents and families with future teachers. St. Andrew has a total school population of 21 students for the 2015-2016 school year, but this event roused 26 participating children and 48 family members. Dr. Kingsley states, “It is so rewarding to see smiles on the faces of the students and teacher candidates while they interact.” “Students are practicing literacy skills and the teacher candidates are practicing their teaching skills in a fun and engaging way throughout the evening.” The event kicked off with a Pizza Hut meal, funded partially by a grant written by Drs. Bittner & Kingsley. Principal and pastor, Father Craig Clinch delivered a welcoming message. Family Literacy Game Night featured seven family game stations. The event’s games all stemmed from a familiar game, like Candy Land, Go Fish, and Speed Cup Stacking. However, each game had a special twist and reinforced a necessary literacy skill, such as fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, word identification, or phonics. Upon conclusion of the game stations, each child was provided with a free book. According to Dr. Bittner, “To be able to witness the demonstration of hands-on literacy teaching to parents by our teacher candidates, to model team-teaching for our teacher candidates as Dr. Kingsley and I work together, and to interact with parents in a professional, yet casual, setting provides such high quality interactions that wouldn’t be possible in a classroom setting."

ELL Family Literacy Group Left to right; back row: Jacob Gleason, Jared Haag, Kylie Allgood, Mackenzie Faris, Dana Christensen, Maggie Robertson, Philip Janssen, Benjamin Kill, Spencer Krone. Middle: Heather DiPaolo, Danielle Hall, Trae Ramer, Alyssa Welna, Rebecca Wessling, Pamela Riffle, Lauren Hull, Haevyn Hug, Tracey Younker, Amie Yowell, Emily Hamblin, Zoe Frink. Front: Marissa Florian, Audrey Little, MaKayla Riesberg, Denise Sinclair, Erin Formanek, Theresa Durst, Bethany Sandiver

ELL Family Literacy Group. Left to right: Denise Sinclair, Theresa Durst, Lauren Hull, Pamela Riffle, Marissa Florian ###

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February service: Peru State students host Family Literacy Game Night.

About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College announces winners of 32nd Annual District History Day

Peru State College announces winners of 32nd Annual District History Day MAR 9, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College hosted the 32nd Annual District History Day on Friday, February 26, 2016. The event used the National History Day theme “Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History.” More than 300 students traveled to the Peru State Campus to present almost 200 different research topics. Their research was divided into a junior division for grades six to eight and a senior division for grades nine to twelve. Over 60 judges from Peru State College and across the state reviewed entries in their category sitting in panels of three. Peru State students will be serving as Judges’ Assistants. Dr. Sara Crook, District History Day Director and professor at Peru State College writes, “This year’s theme, 'Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History' afforded students many different topics for their research. The judges commented on how creative some students were in their selection of a topic for their entry. Of course, there were some very predictable topics, such as Lewis and Clark, Apollo 13, Columbus, etc. that also had excellent entries." "The diversity of topics is what always impresses me. Next year should be no exception as the national theme will be ”Taking a Stand in History.” The Nebraska State History Day Contest also plans to add some additional incentive to focus on Nebraska historical events in honor of Nebraska’s Sesquicentennial in 2017. More details will be announced next fall.” The top four winners in each category from the District Contest are eligible for the State Contest in Lincoln in April. Winner at the State Contest will be eligible to compete in the National Contest held in Washington, D.C.

First Place, Senior Individual Exhibit, Katelyn Nielson with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Individual Exhibit Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School, Will

Katelyn

Jackson

Nielson

Entry Title 1

The Orphan Trains: Tracks Toward a New Beginning

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Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 27, Syracuse High School, Steve Sayer

Viktor Werner

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Reagan

Adam Krecklow

Petersen

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Kayla Arnold

The Journey of Magellan 3

Tuskegee Airmen 4

Adam Krecklow

Hugh Hammond Bennett and the Creation of the SCS

First Place, Senior Group Exhibit, Maddie Werner and Anna Bohlken with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Group Exhibit Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Maddie Werner

Entry Title 1

Aiden Vodicka Adam Krecklow

Anna Bohlken

When Dial Turns Dire 2

Dan Gossman

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-

Cole

Brock Public Schools, Lori Broady

Fossenbarger

Shane Westhart

Sheila Remmereid

Atlas Missile Exploration : Encounters in Nebraska Communities

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Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School, Will

Abril Ortiz

Jackson

Ibarra

Mariah Valquier The Great Chicago Fire: Encountering A

Klarissa Wampler

Massive Disaster 4

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-

Brian Jackson

Brock Public Schools, Lori Broady Ryan Mostek Nellie Bly

First Place, Senior Individual Performance, Emma Bjork with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Individual Performance Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Emma

Aiden Vodicka

Bjork

Entry Title 1

Adam Krecklow

The Hidden History of Human Zoos

First Place, Senior Group Performance: Jaxson Balm, Wyatt Nickels, Trey Stutheit with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Group Performance Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-Brock

Trey Stutheit

Entry Title 1

Public Schools, Lori Broady Dan Gossman

Wyatt Nickels

Sheila Remmereid

Jaxson Balm

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Japanese P.O.W Camps 2

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 27, Syracuse High School, Steve Sayer

Hannah Esch

Samantha Young The Evolution of St. Nicholas: The Ho-

Timothy Stilmock

Ho-Whole Story Alex Johnson Matthew Wilkinson 3

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School, Adam

Matteo

Krecklow

Antunez

Sage Beers Evolution of Women in the Olympics

Kirsten Schutz Nicholas True Lucas Wilkinson

First Place Individual Documentary, Tyler Packett with Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation, Todd Simpson (left) and President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Individual Documentary Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Pawnee City, NE, Pawnee, Pawnee, Pawnee City Secondary

Tyler Packett

Entry Title 1

School, Mary Moser

Exploring the Cosmos with the Hubble Space Telescope 2

Pawnee City, NE, Pawnee, Pawnee, Pawnee City Secondary

Michaela

School, Mary Moser

Gyhra

The Lewis and Clark Expedition

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Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-

Wyatt Volker

Brock Public Schools, Lori Broady

The Great Massacre of the Pawnee 4

Pawnee City, NE, Pawnee, Pawnee, Pawnee City Secondary

Alex Brown

School, Mary Moser

Deadly Encounters Between Native Americans and Europeans

First Place, Senior Individual Historical Paper, Chloe Higgins with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Individual Historical Paper Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School,

Chloe Higgins

Entry Title 1

Will Jackson

Presidential Debates: Exchanging Ideas, Shaping Elections 2

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Brendon Lyon

Adam Krecklow

Wernher Von Braun The Conqueror of Space 3

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Jalyn Bryan

Adam Krecklow

Amelia Earhart 4

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Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School,

Ashley

Will Jackson

Robinson

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9/11: America's Most Devastating Encounter with Terrorism

First Place, Senior Group Documentary, Angela Wenzl and Josh Anderson with Todd Simpson, Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Group Documentary Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-Brock

Angela

Public Schools, Lori Broady

Wenzl

Entry Title 1

Dan Gossman

Josh Andersen

Sheila Remmereid

Motown

Erica McMullen and Emma Porter receive First Place for Senior Group Interpretive Website with Todd Simpson, Executiv e Director of the Peru State College Foundation (left) and President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson (right) Seniors (Grades 9-12) Group Interpretive Website Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 26, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School,

Emma Porter

Entry Title 1

Adam Krecklow Erica McMullen The Evolution of Rock and Roll 2

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School, Will

Rachelle

Jackson

Rice

Callie Koberstein Encountering American Music in the 20th Century

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First Place Senior Individual Interpretive Website, Oliver Borchers-Williams with Executive Director of the Peru State College Foundation, Todd Simpson (left) and President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson (right). Seniors (Grades 9-12) Individual Interpretive Website Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Peru, Nebraska City High School, Will

Oliver Borchers-

Jackson

Williams

Pawnee City, NE, Pawnee, Pawnee, Pawnee City Secondary

Eve Beethe

Entry Title 1

American Mid-Century Art 2

School, Mary Moser

Sled Dogs Forming the Modern World 3

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School, Johnson-

Kacie Hahn

Brock Public Schools, Lori Broady

Exploring Irrigation in Scottsbluff: Overcoming Adversity 4

Pawnee City, NE, Pawnee, Pawnee, Pawnee City Secondary

Thomas Smyth

School, Mary Moser

Jim Bridger and the Westward Expansion

First Place in Junior Individual Performance: Annie Hayes with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Junior (Grades 6-8) Individual Performance Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Johnson, NE, Nemaha, Johnson - Brock Public School,

Annie

Johnson-Brock Public Schools, Lori Broady

Hayes

Entry Title 1

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The Ethical Dilemma: An Explanation into the Horrors of Nazi Medical Experiments

First Place in Junior Group Performance: Alex Jacobs, Chaz Bogle and Katie Weaver with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Junior (Grades 6-8) Group Performance Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Plattsmouth, NE, Cass, Plattsmouth, St John The Baptist

Alex Jacobs

Entry Title 1

Elementary, Pamela Reinsch Chaz Bogle Exploring the Omaha World Herald: The Encounter

Katie Weaver

& Exchange of News 2

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes

Jasmine Pineda

Central Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Heaven Rush Paige Stones

The Encounters and Exchange for the German Jewish Passengers on the SS Saint Louis 3

Deane Nielson

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Nebraska City Public School,

Isabella

Nebraska City Middle School, Kelly Schmidt

Denniston

Macy Neumeister

The adventures are worth wild: Amelia Earhart 4

Syracuse, NE, Otoe, 27, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca Middle

Seth Dey

School, Justin Royal Garrett Daharsh Nikola Tesla: Man of Lightning

Brennan Gress

First Place in Junior Individual Documentary, Renee Box with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Junior (Grades 6-8) Individual Documentary

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Peru State College announces winners of 32nd Annual District History Day

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Renee Box

Entry Title 1

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Frank Slide: Encountering Canada's Deadliest Rockslide 2

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Matthew

Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Roettger

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Laura Stehlik

Cathy Thomas

DNA Through the Eyes of Rosalind Franklin 3

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Immigrants Exchanging and Encountering at Ellis Island

First Place in Junior Group Documentary, Aubrey Bando and Elaina Madison with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Junior (Grades 6-8) Group Documentary to top Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Aubrey

Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Bando

Entry Title 1

Cathy Thomas

Elaina Madison

The British Government: Exploring ways to end the Irish Potato Famine

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First Place in Junior Individual Historical Paper, Ethan Roberts with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Junior (Grades 6-8) Individual Historical Paper Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Ethan Roberts

Entry Title 1

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Colonel Billy Mitchell: Exploring the Future of Warfare 2

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Reagan

Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Bassinger

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Will Eppert

Cathy Thomas

The Sorrowful Journey of the Cherokee Nation 3

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

The Prince of Blood Disease: Working for a Cure 4

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Colby Howard

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

The Manhattan Project: Exploration in the Nuclear Bomb

First Place in Junior Group Interpretive Website, James Kearney and Luke Partsch with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson

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Junior (Grades 6-8) Group Interpretive Website Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes

James Kearney, Luke

Central Catholic

Partsch

Entry Title 1

Roxann Penfield, Cathy Thomas

Exploring the Varian Disaster 2

Plattsmouth, NE, Cass, Plattsmouth, St John The

Cathy Shawhan, Greg

Baptist Elementary, Pamela Reinsch

Thayer

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes

Izzie Fedoris, Ivye

Central Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Meyer

The North American Exploration & Encounter of Erik the Red and Leif Erikson 3

Cathy Thomas

A New Encounter of Dementia: Alzheimer's 4

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes

Althea Gay, Cara

Central Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Goodman

Cathy Thomas

Encounters of John Gorrie and His Exploration of an Ice-Making Apparatus

First Place Junior Individual Interpretive Website, Addie Defreece with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College Junior (Grades 6-8) Individual Interpretive Website Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Entry Title

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Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Addie Defreece

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Apollo 8 and Other Unforgettable Moments in 1968 2

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Cade Lee

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Apollo 13: Encounters of Problems in Space 3

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Ainsley Esser

Catholic, Roxann Penfield Cathy Thomas

Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World 4

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Tanner

Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Kochanowicz

Cathy Thomas

Evolution of training at Fort Jackson

First Place Junior Individual Exhibit, Nolan Lewandowski with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College Junior (Grades 6-8) Individual Exhibit Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Plattsmouth, NE, Cass, Plattsmouth, St John The Baptist

Nolan

Elementary, Pamela Reinsch

Lewandowski

Entry Title 1

Encounters of the Oregon Trail

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Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Aaliyah

Catholic, Roxann Penfield

Shallenberger

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

Ryan Roberts

Cathy Thomas

Anne Frank: Life in the Secret Annexe 3

Catholic, Matthew Novak

The Underground Railroad- The Codes to Freedom 4

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central

John Bequette

Catholic, Matthew Novak

Alaska's New Owners

Auburn Middle School had to leave before the awards ceremony, so there is no photo of Shalyn Harris and Kylie Allen Junior (Grades 6-8) Group Exhibit Rank

City, State, County, District, School, Teacher(s)

Student(s)

Auburn, NE, Nemaha, District #29, Auburn Middle School, Brett

Shalyn Harris

Entry Title 1

Schnitzer Kylie Allen Setting Fire In Waco 2

Plattsmouth, NE, Cass, Plattsmouth, St John The Baptist Elementary,

Jenna Curtis

Pamela Reinsch Matthew Reineke Martin Bomber Plant: Exploring America's Defense 3

Plattsmouth, NE, Cass, Plattsmouth, St John The Baptist Elementary,

Libby

Pamela Reinsch

Baumert

Max Baumert

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The Bertrand: Exploring River Transportation 4

Nebraska City, NE, Otoe, Lincoln Diocese, Lourdes Central Catholic,

Blake Miller

Matthew Novak William Funke The Zimmerman Telegram that Changed the Tide

Special Awards Christina Lillenas from Johnson-Brock Middle School won the “We Proceeded On” award from the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center. Erv Friesen presented the award for Lillenas’ project on Sacajewa, an individual who displayed extraordinary leadership in promoting a cause or an idea. The award includes a one year pass (to awardee and immediate family) to the Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Center in Nebraska City, NE; a copy of the book “Undaunted Journey” by Stephen Ambrose; and a certificate. Lillenas’ sponsoring teacher is Mitchell Roberts. Erv Friesen (left), presents the “We Proceeded On” award from the Missouri River Basic Lewis and Clark Center to Christina Lillenas with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Phi Alpha Theta, PSC’s History Honorary Society, presented the “Michelle A Broady Award for Extraordinary Determination” to Brenna Gress from SDA public schools. All sponsoring teachers were encouraged to nominate one of their History Day competitors for this award. The members of PSC’s PAT reviewed the nominations and make the award. The award also came with a $100 stipend. Gress’ sponsoring teacher is Justin Royal. Phi Alpha Theta Secretary/Treasurer Samantha Jackson and PAT President Michelle Kaiser present the Michelle A Broady Award for Extraordinary Determination to • Brennan Gress with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Dean Shissler, director of the Kregel Windmill Factory Museum, presented a special award for the best entry on a subject dealing with machinery used in agriculture, past or present. Kacie Hahn’s senior division website, “Exploring Irrigation in Scottsbluff: Overcoming Adversity,” won. Hahn is from Johnson-Brock and her sponsoring teacher is Lori Broady. Dean Shissler (left), director of the Kregel Windmill Factory Museum, presents a special award to Kacie Hahn with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). Kristi Nies presented the Peru Historical Foundation Special Award to Cole Fossenbarger and Shane Westhart from Johnson-Brock High School. The Peru Historical Foundation chose the senior group exhibit “Atlas Missile Exploration” for focusing on historical events in southeast Nebraska. Fossenbarger and Westhart’s sponsoring teacher is Pamela Reinsch. Kristi Nies (left) presenting the Peru Historical Foundation Special Award to Cole Fossenbarger and Shane Westhart with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right). The Nebraska City Museum Association sponsored a special award for the best use of oral history interviews in an individual or group entry. Dean Shissler on behalf of the Nebraska City Museum Association presented the award to the junior group exhibit, “Martin Bomber Plant: Exploring America’s Defense.” The exhibit was presented by Jenna Curtis and Matthew Reinke from St. John’s the Baptist. Their teacher is Pamela Reinsh. Dean Shissler (left), presents a special award on behalf of the Nebraska City Museum to Jenna Curtis and Matthew Reinke with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right).

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The Mayhew Cabin presented a special award to Ryan Roberts for his use of nineteenth century African-American history. Lucille Sharp presented the award. Roberts’ exhibit on “The Underground Railroad – The Codes to Freedom” also received an individual pass to the Mayhew Cabin and a book. Roberts is from Lourdes Central Catholic and his sponsoring teacher is Matthew Novak.

Mayhew Cabin Special Award is presented to Ryan Roberts with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson Wyatt Volker from Johnson-Brock won the Arbor Lodge’s special award for the best individual entry with a topic on the environment and Nebraska. Lucile Sharp of the National Arbor Day Foundation presented the award for Volker’s senior division individual documentary, “The Great Massacre of the Pawnee.” Volker also received the book “It Happened in Nebraska” and a one year individual “Explore it All “ pass from Arbor Day Farm for Arbor Lodge and the Tree Adventure. Volker’s sponsoring teacher is Lori Broady. Lucille Sharp presents the Arbor Lodge Special Award to Wyatt Volker with President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson On behalf of the Nemaha Valley Museum, Maxine Schatz presented two $50 cash awards for entries with a connection to Nemaha County or southeast Nebraska. The projects were judged with the following criteria: a Nemaha County or a Southeast Nebraska topic (weighted in favor of Nemaha County); the use of Primary Source Material; the use of oral history; and the use of Nemaha Valley Museum resources as referenced in the annotated bibliography. Jason Balm, Wyatt Nickels and Trey Stutheit won for their senior group performance “WWII Japanese POW.” The group is from Johnson-Brock and their sponsoring teacher is Lori Broady. Chaz Bogles, Alex Jacobs and Katie Weaven also won for the junior group performance “Exploring the Omaha World Herald: The Exchange & Encounter of News.” The group is from St. John the Baptist and their sponsoring teacher is Pamela Reinsch. On behalf of the Nemaha Valley Museum, Maxine Schatz (far left) presents cash awards to students from Johnson-Brock and St. John the Baptist with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (far right) ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College Library to serve as 2016 Nebraska Passport Stop

Peru State College Library to serve as 2016 Nebraska Passport Stop MAR 9, 2016

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Peru, Nebraska- The Nebraska Tourism Commission has announced that Peru State College Library is one of 80-featured attractions in the 2016 Nebraska Passport program. The Peru State College Library sits on a hill above the Missouri River and will serve as one stop on the “Rise Above” tour. The beautiful building currently hosting the library was dedicated in 1905 and has served a number of functions including a gymnasium and theatre. It has even housed an indoor swimming pool! The building was transformed into a library in 2002 and the gym-to-library transformation was featured in an article of American Libraries magazine. Library attractions include the artist Cindy Kessler’s “Eight Windows” stained glass completed in 2006; a telescope from the 1880’s used by famed astronomer Edison Petit; and a manuscript collection from author Marion Marsh Brown. The building is also known for serving as the childhood theatre of playwright E.P. Conkle. Conkle wrote for Broadway, radio and television and his students include Tennessee Williams, Pat Hingle, Tommy Tune and Fess Parker. Visitors to Peru State College are also welcome to visit the historic Little Red Schoolhouse, the Peru State Art Gallery, athletic events, concerts, theatre and other cultural events. A complete calendar of events can be found at www.peru.edu/calendar. Areas of interest around Peru include the Sid Brown Memorial Park & Splash Pad, the Peru Bottoms Wildlife Management Area and the Peru Museum. Peru is also a stop on the Steamboat Trace Trail featuring sandstone sculptures by Roland Sherman along the southwest corridor. More attractions for visitors are less than fifteen minutes away in historic Auburn to the west and the cultural center of Brownville to the east. The “Rise Above” tour features stops at Chimeny Rock; Gavin’s Point Dam Visitor’s Center in Crofton; Lake McConaughy Visitor Center in Ogallala; Mansion on the Hill in Ogallala; Massacre Canyon in Trenton; Mignery Sculpture Garden in Bartlett; Peru State College library in Peru; and Ponca State Park in Ponca. The Nebraska Passport program features seven more tours with themes devoted to topics as varied as state parks, Nebraska film locations, food and shopping. The Passport program includes prizes for participants. This year’s prizes will be announced at the start of the program. Peru State College was founded in 1867 and will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2017. Peru State College is the oldest college in Nebraska. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's

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ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Author, motivational speaker Wes Moore to visit Peru State College.

Author, motivational speaker Wes Moore to visit Peru State College. MAR 10, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Wes Moore is a youth advocate, Army combat veteran, social entrepreneur and host of Beyond Belief on the Oprah Winfrey Network. His first book The Other Wes Moore became an instant New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller. Moore will speak on March 31, 2016 at 7 p.m. in the College Theatre. The event is free and the public is welcome Dr. Michaela Wills, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, wrote, “ recently spoke at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and received a standing ovation for his talk. He is a dynamic speaker and currently one of the top on the speaking circuit with a powerful and uplifting message appropriate for all ages.” William S. Cohen, former U.S. Senator and Secretary of Defense writes, “Wes Moore is destined to become one of the most powerful and influential leaders of this century. You need only to read The Other Wes Moore to understand why. A powerful and poignant reminder that we have a moral obligation to remain our brothers keepers . . .” The National Center for Family Literacy reviewed his time with them by writing, “Wes Moore’s message really resonated with the audience and provided a much-needed boost for educators who often go unrecognized and work under difficult circumstances. In addition, his spirit and demeanor were wonderful.” Moore was a paratrooper and captain in the United States Army and served a combat tour of duty in Afghanistan with the 1st Brigade of the 82nd Airborne Division. He then served as a White House fellow to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. He currently serves on the board of the Iraq Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), The Johns Hopkins University, and founded an organization called STAND! that works with Baltimore youth involved in the criminal justice system. Moore is committed to helping the parents, teachers, mentors, and advocates who serve our nations youth. A portion of all book proceeds for “The Other Wes Moore” are being donated to City Year and the US Dream Academy. Peru State established the Distinguished Speaker Series in fall 2010 as part of its commitment to student engagement and success. The intent of the Series is to bring diverse, nationally and internationally recognized speakers to southeast Nebraska to enrich the educational experience of students while also providing the surrounding communities with opportunities to engage in interesting and relevant topics. Speakers are encouraged to connect with the community in a variety of ways during their visits through classroom discussions, guest lectures, meet-and-greet receptions and a keynote address. Previous guests include the inspiration behind the Disney film Million Dollar Arm, JB Bernstein; civil rights leader and Little Rock Nine member, Minnijean Brown-Trickey; Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson, Arun Gandhi; Bawa (Cameroon, Africa) Health Initiative co-founder, Dr. Dennis Richardson; Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author Sonia Nazario; consumer advocate and former Green Party presidential candidate, Ralph Nader; Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr. Shirin Ebadi; and others. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.peru.edu/speakerseries or contact Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs Dr. Michaela Willis at 402-872-2224.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/wesmooretospeak.html

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Author, motivational speaker Wes Moore to visit Peru State College.

Wes Moore ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/wesmooretospeak.html

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President Hanson speaks to Nebraska LEAD

President Hanson speaks to Nebraska LEAD MAR 14, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2016, 11:30 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, was the keynote speaker at the Carl Albin Spader Leadership Luncheon during the Nebraska LEAD 34 Class’ final seminar on Friday, March 11. Hanson was invited to speak about his leadership experience and titled his speech, “Ripples of Leadership.” Hanson said, “Achieve excellence by doing the ordinarily extraordinarily well; communicate your vision; and be gritty (both passionate and persistent) about your vision . . . and the ripples of this class’s leadership will become currents of progress building stronger communities, a stronger state and a stronger nation in ways you cannot imagine.” Nebraska LEAD 34 fellows, their spouses, Nebraska LEAD staff including LEAD Director Dr. Terry Hejny and guests from the agricultural community were in attendance. Dr. Hanson was escorted by his wife, Elaine. The Leadership Luncheon is named for Carl Albin Spader, the grandfather of Sheryl Snyder. Sheryl and Larry Snyder are the founders of Snyder Industries in Lincoln. The Nebraska LEAD Program began 34 years ago to develop agricultural leaders from Nebraska's future generations. The constant changes that occur in agricultural policy, marketing, economics and technology point to the need for strong leaders to advocate for the heart of Nebraska's economy--agriculture. Now in its third decade of forming pioneering agricultural leaders, LEAD has evolved into one of the nation's premier agricultural leadership development programs. Anyone interested in learning more about Nebraska LEAD should visit lead.unl.edu or contact Shana Gerdes at sgerdes2@unl.edu or 402-472-6810.

Dr. Dan Hanson speaking to Nebraska LEAD Dr. Dan Hanson speaks to Nebraska LEAD ###

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/presidentspeaksnebraskalead.html

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President Hanson speaks to Nebraska LEAD

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College receives Legacy of Nebraska painting.

Peru State College receives Legacy of Nebraska painting. MAR 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Artist Todd Williams delivered his own work to the Peru State College campus on Friday, March 18. The painting was his Legacy of Nebraska piece for Nemaha County and Nebraska’s 150th anniversary. Williams’ impressionistic painting is based on a photo of the Peru State campus quad in 1924. The painting features a Model T Ford, students and iconic campus buildings including the current library with its original roofline. The painting is done in oil and the tabernacle frame is covered in 24k gold gilt. The painting is now on display inside the Library. It can be found to the north of the main desk after entering the west doors on the main level. Williams is a native of Central City, Nebraska and will paint a picture of every county in Nebraska for the 150th Anniversary of Nebraska’s Statehood. This project is known as the Legacy of Nebraska series. Williams has 25 more county paintings to complete before fall of this year. A copy of the Nemaha County painting and other county paintings - as they are completed - can be found at . Williams is a graduate of the Kansas City Institute of Art and his work has been exhibited at the Gilcrease Museum, the Great Plains Art Museum, Montgomery Museum Of Fine Arts, “The American Miniatures Show”, Settlers West Gallery, The Maynard Dixon Museum, Cincinnati’s Great American Artists Exhibition, and the Oil Painters of America National and Regional Exhibitions where he has been honored with the prestigious status of a Signature Member. Williams was the winner of the top prize at the Plein Air Salon Competition in 2012; the Founders Award at the American Impressionist Society 2010 national exhibition; the Award of Excellence at the National OPA Exhibition in 2009, and the second place award from the American Impressionist Society in 2008. International Artist Magazine selected him as a “master painter of the world” in 2004.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, with Todd Williams to either side of the Nemaha County painting. ###

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/legacyofnebraskapainting.html

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Peru State College receives Legacy of Nebraska painting.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/legacyofnebraskapainting.html

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12/11/23, 3:11 PM

Peru State unveils new historical marker as part of run-up to sesquicentennial anniversary.

Peru State unveils new historical marker as part of run-up to sesquicentennial anniversary. MAR 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru State unveils a new historical marker. Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College unveiled a new historical marker on March 17, 2016. The new historical marker is located between the A.V. Larson Building and the Little Red Schoolhouse. The previous historical marker was erected in 1967 and read, “During its first one hundred years, Peru State College expanded to a campus of one hundred acres dotted with twenty academic buildings and housing complexes to accommodate an enrollment of more than 1,100 students.” Peru State College will be celebrating its 150th anniversary on June 20, 2017 and has an enrollment of 2,500 students. Sesquicentennial events are planned throughout 2017 including spring commencement, June 20 and homecoming. Speakers at the event included the chancellor of the Nebraska State College System, Stan Carpenter; the president of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson; professor of history and Phi Alpha Theta co-advisor, Dr. Sarah Crook; and current student and Phi Alpha Theta President, Michelle Kaiser. Chancellor Carpenter spoke to the crowd of about a hundred that Peru State College and its sister schools have played an important role in the development of Nebraska. He finished by reminding us that Peru State College has an equally important role to play in Nebraska’s next 150 years. Fundraising for both historical markers was undertaken by the history honors society, Phi Alpha Theta. Phi Alpha Theta is still raising funds for the marker and invites you to attend a Murder Mystery Dinner. Dr. Sarah Crook writes, “The theme this year is “Murder at the Deadwood Saloon” and will involve a western-themed meal, recognition for costumes, fake money to be used for bribery, chocolate poker chips, and lots of fun.” The Murder Mystery Dinner is being held on April 8 and 9 at 6 PM in the Jindra Fine Arts Building. Each night will be limited to thirty tickets at a cost of $55 or $100 for a pair. Reservations can be made to Dr. Sarah Crook at 402-872-2279 or scrook@peru.edu.

Peru State College Historical Marker Unveiling with members of Phil Alpha Theta: from left to right: Dr. Spencer Davis, co-adviser to Phi Alpha Theta Michelle Kaiser, President of Phi Alpha Theta; Cynthia Creek; Dr. Sara Crook, co-adviser to Phi Alpha Theta; Samantha Jackson, Secretary/Treasurer of Phi Alpha Theta; and Lilian Rewerts. Peru State College Historical Marker Unveiling: Nebraska State College System Trustee Jess Zeiss; Peru State College President Dan Hanson; Nebraska State College System Chancellor Stan Carpenter; Phi Alpha Theta President Michelle Kaiser; Trustee Carter "Cap" Peterson; Trustee John Chaney; Trustee Gary Bieganski; incoming Student Trustee Trey Nelson; outgoing Student Trustee Millie Anderson.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/newhistoricalmarkerunveiled.html

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Peru State unveils new historical marker as part of run-up to sesquicentennial anniversary.

### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/newhistoricalmarkerunveiled.html

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Nebraska State College Board of Trustees okays demolition of Peru State’s Neal Hall.

Nebraska State College Board of Trustees okays demolition of Peru State’s Neal Hall. MAR 21, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Nebraska State College Board of Trustees voted on Friday, March 18 to follow the advice of Peru State College and architects to demolish J.F. Neal Hall. Bids for the demolition will be accepted at a later date. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “We consulted with architects about how to move forward with renovating Neal Hall. Their response included a strong recommendation to demolish based on the shape of the building and the cost of renovation.” “Examining Neal Hall is part of our ongoing efforts to maintain and beautify the campus.” Named for Dr. J.F. Neal, Neal Hall was built in 1967 as part of the Centennial Complex Residence Hall. Neal was a member of the original committee to start a college in Peru. Ernest Longfellow, author of The Normal on the Hill, writes that when Neal was asked to contribute financially he responded, “he would give as much as any man.” Neal Hall was originally used as a cafeteria, but has seen a number of uses in its almost fifty years of existence. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/trusteesokaydemolitionnealhall.html

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Peru State College enrollment at historic high.

Peru State College enrollment at historic high. MAR 22, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College released its final spring 2016 head count this afternoon and the results are a historic high enrollment for the college. A total count of all graduate and undergraduate students brings enrollment up 4.15% from last year to 2,682. The previous high was 2,545 in the spring of 2015. Dr. Michaela Willis, vice president for enrollment and student affairs, said, “The College has enjoyed steady growth during the last few years. We have had particularly strong growth in our graduate programs.” Dr. Dan Hanson said, “I want to thank everyone involved in recruiting, enrolling and serving our students. The success of the College depends on the work of faculty, staff and students.” Peru State’s growth comes as other colleges and universities are struggling to maintain enrollment. The Hechinger Report wrote in December of 2015, “Enrollments at colleges and universities dropped for the eighth semester in a row this fall, down nearly 2 percent below what they were last fall, new figures show.” In January of this year, The Atlantic confirmed a similar number, “The number of students enrolling in colleges and universities this year is 1.7 percent lower than it was last year.” ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/collegeenrollmenthistorichigh.html

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Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation.

Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation. MAR 28, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- TopMastersinEducation.com named Peru State College’s Master of Education program the fourth best online program in the nation for 2016. Peru State was ranked #34 by TopMastersinEducation.com in 2015. Hugo Saucedo, site editor for Top Masters in Education, writes on his website, “Our rankings of the Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for 2016 are based on cost, quality and accreditation. These are the lowest priced, highest quality, regionally accredited online M.Ed. programs we could find.” Dr. Greg Seay, Dean of Graduate Programs at Peru State College, said, “Students continue to choose Peru State College’s graduate programs for all the right reasons. It’s no question we offer more for the cost.” Saucedo also said, ”Essentially our metrics have changed a bit which is why Peru has moved up so much. In addition to looking at metrics such as cost we are also taking into account graduation rates, enrollment in online courses and regional availability. Peru's geographical location makes it a choice program given its proximity to so many metropolitan areas.” Seay adds, “Our master’s curriculum is taught by instructors with expertise as practitioners and professors; we don’t just tell you how, we show you!" Saucedo continues, “We are pleased to shine the light on such a great institution of higher learning and we hope our ranking will help others find the gem that is Peru State College.” Seay concludes, “With a degree from Peru State College, you will receive the best return on your investment of time and money. We are accredited, affordable and accessible (online), all this from an institution with a rich history as a teachers college for the past 150 years.” The 2016 rankings can be found at http://www.topmastersineducation.com/rankings/best-online-med-programs-2016/

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Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/mastersineducationfourthbestinnation.html

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NATS Spring Workshop: Learn from Experts at Peru State

NATS Spring Workshop: Learn from Experts at Peru State MAR 29, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host the state spring workshops for the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) for the first time on Friday April 1. Voice professors and instructors from across the state and surrounding region are invited to attend. The NATS guest clinician is Dr. Kenneth Bozeman, author of Practical Vocal Acoustics, and Frank C. Shattuck Professor of Music at Lawrence University in Wisconsin. Dr. Bozeman provides a sound, scientific approach to teaching voice that may prove to be the future of singing technique. Dr. Jacob Bartlett, assistant professor at Peru State College, said, “Our students and community will greatly benefit from his nuanced use of technology in the studio.” Bozeman says of his approach, “This . . . represents an attempt to distill from the science of vocal acoustics those factors that are essential for teachers . . .” Peru State College Students will be attending Friday, as well as have their own master class on Saturday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Jindra Fine Arts choir room. The public is invited to attend the Saturday master class. The entire vocal studio will be attending the workshop, but selected students will work with Dr. Bozeman on vocal fundamentals through a scientific/acoustic focus. Students singing include Taylor Eltiste, Casey Myers, Emily LeCleir, Shalissa Hutson, Katie Umland and Derick Pounds. The Nebraska NATS Spring Meeting will also take place on campus. Nebraska NATS is a professional service organization that serves singing teachers and voice educators in the state of Nebraska by promoting the art of singing through its student auditions and providing continuing education for teachers through workshops.

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For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/natsspringworkshop.html

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NATS Spring Workshop: Learn from Experts at Peru State

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/natsspringworkshop.html

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Nebraska State College Board of Trustees okays demolition of Peru State’s Neal Hall.

Nebraska State College Board of Trustees okays demolition of Peru State’s Neal Hall. MAR 30, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/boardoftrusteesokaysdemolitionofnealhall.html

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Peru State College enrollment at historic high.

Peru State College enrollment at historic high. MAR 30, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College released its final spring 2016 head count this afternoon and the results are a historic high enrollment for the college. A total count of all graduate and undergraduate students brings enrollment up 4.15% from last year to 2,682. The previous high was 2,545 in the spring of 2015. Dr. Michaela Willis, vice president for enrollment and student affairs, said, “The College has enjoyed steady growth during the last few years. We have had particularly strong growth in our graduate programs.” Dr. Dan Hanson said, “I want to thank everyone involved in recruiting, enrolling and serving our students. The success of the College depends on the work of faculty, staff and students.” Peru State’s growth comes as other colleges and universities are struggling to maintain enrollment. The Hechinger Report wrote in December of 2015, “Enrollments at colleges and universities dropped for the eighth semester in a row this fall, down nearly 2 percent below what they were last fall, new figures show.” In January of this year, The Atlantic confirmed a similar number, “The number of students enrolling in colleges and universities this year is 1.7 percent lower than it was last year.” ###

For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/enrollmentathistorichigh.html

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Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation.

Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation. MAR 30, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

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Peru State College Masters in Education named fourth best online program in nation.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/mastersineducationnamedfourthbestonlineprograminnation.html

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Nebraska NATS Spring Workshop at Peru State College

Nebraska NATS Spring Workshop at Peru State College MAR 30, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/nebraskasnationalassociationofteachersofsingingspringworkshop.html

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Nebraska NATS Spring Workshop at Peru State College

Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/nebraskasnationalassociationofteachersofsingingspringworkshop.html

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Governor Extends State College Bonding Authority

Governor Extends State College Bonding Authority MAR 31, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Thursday morning, Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts signed LB 958 which contained provisions to extend state college bonding authority for an additional ten years. The Nebraska State College System had previously approved the Peru State College theatre and event space renovation pending the Governor’s signature. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College writes, “Identifying a funding path for the theatre and event space renovation is good news for the college and region. The renovations represent better education opportunities and maintaining the cultural legacy of Peru State College for 150 more years. Hanson continues, “The funding strategy included in the bill is not a direct appropriation. Rather, it is an extension of the NSCS bonding program. The college and foundation will be required to provide some funding for the project and the state will provide funds to service the bonds on an annual basis. The renovation of the theatre/event center is anticipated to begin about a year from now.” “Continuing that partnership with the legislature and foundation to maintain and improve facilities is a great next step for Peru State College. Working together allows us to offer more to our students, alumni and communities every year.” Todd Simpson, chief executive officer of the Peru State College Foundation, writes, “The Foundation is pleased to engage with funding the theatre and event space project. The improved facility will allow for larger contests and performances and it will attract more contests and other regional opportunities to southeast Nebraska and the Peru State campus.” “More space will allow faculty to plan additional performances, while concerts, speakers and even comedians will also be able to utilize the facility to better inform, persuade and entertain our students, alumni and all of southeast Nebraska.” ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State named Military Spouse Friendly School for 2016.

Peru State named Military Spouse Friendly School for 2016. APR 4, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2015, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College has been named a top 100 Military Spouse Friendly School by Military Friendly, a division of Victory Media. Peru State College was the only institute recognized in Nebraska. Military Spouse Magazine writes, “The Military Spouse Friendly School list is presented as a part of the Military Friendly designation program as a means of setting apart those Military Friendly Schools whose programs and outcomes demonstrate best practices in the education of military spouses and military families.” Peru State President Dan Hanson said, “Peru State College is honored to be recognized as Nebraska’s first ‘Military Spouse Friendly’ school. I encourage members of the military and their families to experience first-hand the hallmarks of a Peru State education personalized attention, relevant coursework and flexible programming.” Military Spouse’s methodology examined the college’s Military Friendly Rating, academic credibility, academic support, career-planning resources and overall military family support. The study also analyzed how the federal government approves institutional DOD Tuition Assistance, VA Principals of Excellence and the GI Bill. In making it’s initial “Military Friendly” designation, MilitaryFriendly.com wrote about Peru State College, “With one of the most comprehensive credit transfer programs in the state and the opportunity to earn life experience credit, military members may be closer than they think to achieving a college degree at either the bachelor’s or master’s level.” The Peru State College Interim Director of Student Records, Heather Rinne, said, “From the veterans of the Civil War to the active duty personnel, veterans and their families we serve today, being ‘Military Friendly’ is an important part of Peru State College’s mission and educational legacy. ”

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Peru State named Military Spouse Friendly School for 2016.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/militaryspousefriendlyschool2016.html

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Peru State College announces April 2016 events

Peru State College announces April 2016 events APR 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2016 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429 Peru, Nebraska - As part of Peru State College’s ongoing mission to engage community members, it has released a calendar of twenty-six on-campus events open to the public in April 2016.

April

3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. Concordia

Peru State

Free

Peru State

Free

PSC College

Free

University April

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. Nebraska Wesleyan University

April

5:30 p.m.

Night of Musical Theatre

Theatre April

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Peru State Baseball vs. Evangel

Peru State

Free

Phi Alpha Theta’s Murder Mystery

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets: $55, $100 for

Dinner

Theatre

two

Night of Musical Theatre

PSC College

Free

University April

April

4:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

Theatre April

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Peru State Baseball vs. Evangel

Peru State

Free

Phi Alpha Theta’s Murder Mystery

PSC Jindra Black Box

Tickets: $55, $100 for

Dinner

Theatre

two

Nebraska State Court of Appeals

PSC College

Free

University April

April

4:00 p.m.

9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; 1:30-3:30 p.m

April

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Theatre Peru State Baseball vs. Central

Peru State

Free

Peru State

Free

Peru State

Free

Methodist April

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. William Penn Univ.

April

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. Graceland University

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/april2016events.html

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April

Peru State College announces April 2016 events

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. Grand View

Peru State

Free

Peru Theatre Company: Wappin’

PSC College

Free Will Donation

Wharf

Theatre

Peru Theatre Company: Wappin’

PSC College

Wharf

Theatre

University April

April

7:30 p.m.

2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Free Will Donation

April

1:00

PSC Blue & White Football Game

Oak Bowl

Free

April

3:00

PSC Football Booster Club Fish Fry

Zach’s Bar & Grill

$10 for adults; $5 for 12and-under

April

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Peru State Baseball vs. Culver-Stockton

Peru State

Free

Peru State

Free

Peru Theatre Company: Wappin’

PSC College

Free Will Donation

Wharf

Theatre

Peru State Baseball vs. Avila University

Peru State

Free

Peru Theatre Company: Wappin’

PSC College

Free Will Donation

Wharf

Theatre

Peru State Baseball vs. Bellevue

Peru State

Free

“Prestige” Show Choir and Hoyt Street

PSC College

Free

Jazz Band Concert

Theatre

Peru State Baseball vs. Benedictine

Peru State

Free

Peru State

Free

Coll. April

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. William Penn Univ.

April

7:30 p.m.

12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.

April

2:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m.

University April

April

7:00 p.m.

1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

College April

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Peru State Softball vs. Central Methodist

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Peru State College announces April 2016 events

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/april2016events.html

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Peru State College to host evening of musical theatre

Peru State College to host evening of musical theatre APR 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State College "Prestige" Show Choir and the Peru State College Vocal Studio will present “An Evening of Musical Theatre” on Thursday, April 7 at 5:30 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the College Theatre. Admission is free. Dr. Jacob Bartlett, assistant professor of music and director of the show said, “This is a variety show of contemporary Broadway and offBroadway musical selections. It will include selections form Rent, Les Miserables, The Pajama Game, Newsies, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and more!” Bartlett continues, “You’ll be able to see both choreographed and non-choreographed choral selections from our thirty-voice show choir, 'Prestige,' plus solos and duets from both 'Prestige' and the Vocal Studio.” “This is a great avenue for us to showcase our broad musical talents in a way that caters both to our audience and to our student performers. There will be something for everybody on this show!” The event replaces the annual “An Evening with the Madrigal Singers.”

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/springmusicaltheatre2016.html

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Nebraska State Court of Appeals to hold session at Peru State College

Nebraska State Court of Appeals to hold session at Peru State College APR 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

NOTE TO MEDIA: News cameras are welcome in the courtroom following the traditional camera pool policy. To serve as pool camera operator for still photographs or video, please contact Janet Bancroft, public information officer for the Nebraska Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, at 402-875-1460 or janet.bancroft@nebraska.gov. Peru, Nebraska- The Nebraska Court of Appeals will be in session at Peru State College on Tuesday, April 12. This is the court’s second visit to Peru State College. The Court of Appeals’ primary courtroom is in the State Capitol in Lincoln, but for the convenience of citizens, the Court of Appeals travels to other Nebraska cities to hear appeals. The Court of Appeals is divided into two panels consisting of three judges each. Both panels will meet at Peru State College. PSC President Dan Hanson said, “I want to thank Judge Moore and the Court of Appeals for selecting Peru State a second time for their proceedings. This represents a wonderful opportunity for area high school students and our own students to witness the judicial process firsthand. It is a privilege to serve as host..” Area high schools are invited to bring students to observe court proceedings. Those interested should contact the Office of Admissions at 866-968-6507 or admissions@peru.edu no later than Friday, April 8. Court will be in session in the PSC College Theater from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. Observers should allow extra time for security clearance. Four cases will be heard during the morning session and four cases will be heard in the afternoon session. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask the judges questions after each session adjourns. Information about the cases to be heard can be found at https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/coa/call and https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/coa/call/summaries. The proceedings are open to the public. For those who plan to attend, please note the following restrictions: Security When oral arguments are scheduled, admittance to the courtrooms of the Nebraska Supreme Court and Nebraska Court of Appeals is permitted only upon compliance with security requirements. Before entering, guests are required to walk through a metal detecting device. No personal items, such as brief cases and purses, will be allowed in the court room.

Entering and Exiting the Courtroom Entry and exit are limited to before and after the court session, when a recess is taken by the court, and between cases when attorneys are changing places. Restrictions Under no circumstances is food or drink to be taken into the Courtroom. Hats and caps must be removed. – Except for assigned oral arguments, silence shall be maintained at all times during the court session. No photographs or recordings of court proceedings are allowed except as provided by Supreme Court Rule 17. All cellular telephones and pagers

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must be turned off. The Nebraska Court of Appeals is the state’s intermediate appellate court. There are six judges who sit in panels or divisions of three judges each. The Court of Appeals seeks to provide Nebraskans with clear, impartial, and timely resolution of appealed orders and judgments as provided by law. The Court of Appeals is generally the first court to hear appeals of judgments and orders in criminal, juvenile, civil, domestic relations and probate matters. In addition, the Court of Appeals has appellate jurisdiction over decisions originating in a number of state administrative boards and agencies. Its determination of an appeal is final unless the Nebraska Supreme Court agrees to hear the matter.

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12/11/23, 3:13 PM

Peru State’s Phi Beta Lambda earns 17 first place awards at state conference.

Peru State’s Phi Beta Lambda earns 17 first place awards at state conference. APR 7, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Twenty-seven Peru State College students competed in the 2015-2016 Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference held in Kearney, Nebraska. Those 27 students brought home more than 70 top ten finishes including 17 first place awards.

Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, Phi Beta Lambda faculty advisor and associate professor, writes, “As you can see from the lengthy list of awards, Peru State College Phi Beta Lambda did extremely well again this year!” “In addition to the state awards, 22 students automatically qualified for Nationals.” The top 2 or 3 finishes, depending on the contest, are automatically eligible to compete at the National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia this June. Students can compete in only 2 events at Nationals. Grotrian-Ryan adds, “Since we have several students that will need to choose which events to compete in nationally, other students may ‘move up’ in the standings as participants decide which events they will enter.” The Peru State College PBL chapter was also recognized with a Gold Level Excellence Award. Gold Level Excellence is the highest level possible and shows that the chapter contributed to regional and national conferences; PBL public relations; community service; and fundraising. It was also noted that the Peru State PBL chapter has the second largest local four-year college membership. Kendra Alberts (Auburn, NE) 4th place – Statistical Analysis A. Benjamin Amoussou (Omaha, NE) 1st place – Cyber Security* 3rd place – Entrepreneurship Concepts* 6th place – Business Presentation A. Benjamin Amoussou (right) receives first place for Cyber Security. Millie Anderson (Elmwood, NE) 1st place – Future Business Executive* 3rd place – Retail Management* 6th place – Marketing Concepts Millie Anderson (right) receives first place for Future Business Executive. Mary Blacketer (Nebraska City, NE) 1st place – Administrative Technology* 2nd place – Computer Applications* 2nd place – Networking Concepts*

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Peru State’s Phi Beta Lambda earns 17 first place awards at state conference.

3rd place – Cyber Security* 6th place – Accounting for Professionals Kirsten Blundell (York, NE) 8th place – Management Concepts Travis Carnahan (Ceresco, NE) 5th place – Retail Management Hannah Chubbuck (Raymond, NE) 1st place – Strategic Analysis & Decision Making* 2nd place – Future Business Executive* Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Award Elected Vice President of Public Relations for Nebraska PBL for the 2016-2017 year Hannah Chubbuck receives the Who's Who Award from PBL State Advisor Ted Harshbarger Hannah Chubbuck campaigns for Vice President of Public Relations Rachael Cole (Wymore, NE) 4th place – Accounting Principles 7th place – Financial Concepts Rachael Cole (right) receives fourth for accounting principles. Ashlyn Draper (Lincoln, NE) 5th place – Job Interview Katie Evans (Independence, MO) 1st place – Computer Applications* 3rd place – Accounting for Professionals Katie Evans (right) receives third place for Accounting for Professionals. Jenna Gruber (Lincoln, NE) 7th place – Sports Management & Marketing Lindsay Harlow (Dawson, NE) 5th place – Accounting Principles 8th place – Financial Concepts Dolores McGargill (Auburn, NE) 1st place – Help Desk* Dolores McGargill (right) accepts first place for Help Desk. Tess Messman (Beatrice, NE) 1st place – Client Services* 2nd place – Community Service Project* (for Women’s Only Weights) Dylan Reinhardt (Lincoln, NE) 2nd place – Impromptu Speaking* 4th place – Public Speaking 6th place – Job Interview Dylan Reinhardt (right) accepts sixth place for Job Interview.

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Peru State’s Phi Beta Lambda earns 17 first place awards at state conference.

Lilian Rewerts (Leavenworth, KS) 2nd place – Cost Accounting* 4th place – Accounting for Professionals 4th place – Computer Concepts 4th place – Financial Concepts 4th place – Information Management Scott Riley (Auburn, NE) 1st place – Sports Management & Marketing* 2nd place – Economic Analysis & Decision Making* 2nd place – Macroeconomics* 4th place – Microeconomics Scott Riley (right) accepts first place for Sports Management and Marketing. Zak Ruei (Omaha, NE) 5th place – Public Speaking 7th place – Business Presentation Emily Slama (Peru, NE) Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Award Sitting President of Nebraska PBL Emily Slama, 2015-2016 President of Nebraska's State Phi Beta Lambda Brandie Westhart ( Johnson, NE) 2nd place – Human Resource Management* 2nd place – Management Concepts* Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Award Brandie Westhart accepts second for Human Resource Management Taylor Zillig (Lincoln, NE) 4th place – Sports Management & Marketing 6th place – Contemporary Sports Issues Zach Zobel (Ashland, NE) 2nd place – Computer Concepts* 2nd place – Cyber Security* 3rd place – Information Management* 5th place – Project Management 8th place – Statistical Analysis

Team Events----Ben Amoussou & Zak Ruei 1st place – Human Resource Management* Zak Ruei (right) accepts award for Human Resource Management (Ben Amoussou not pictured.) Millie Anderson & Jenna Gruber 2nd place – Strategic Analysis & Decision Making* Millie Anderson & Lauren Robertson (Omaha, NE) 3rd place – Business Presentation

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Peru State’s Phi Beta Lambda earns 17 first place awards at state conference.

Millie Anderson, Lauren Robertson & Melissa Jasso (San Diego, CA) 1st place – Website Design* Lauren Robertson (right) accepts first place for Website Design. Millie Anderson and Melissa Jasso not pictured. Hannah Chubbuck & Kendra Alberts 1st place – Community Service Project* (for Support International Students) 6th place – Business Decision Making Hannah Chubbuck & Ashlyn Draper 1st place – Business Sustainability* Hannah Chubbuck & Tess Messman 3rd place – Management Analysis & Decision Making Hannah Chubbuck, Kendra Alberts & Ashlyn Draper 2nd place – Integrated Marketing Campaign* Rachael Cole & Lindsay Harlow 1st place – Local Chapter Annual Business Report* Rachael Cole & Lindsay Harlow accept first place for Local Chapter Annual Business Report Dolores McGargill, Lauren Robertson & Ben Amoussou 1st place – Business Law* Dolores McGargill, Haley Benedict (Springfield, NE) & Sara Chaloupka (Grand Island, NE) 1st place – Small Business Management Plan* 5th place – Business Presentation Scott Riley & Dylan Reinhardt 1st place – Business Presentation* 1st place – Emerging Business Issues* Lauren Robertson, Dylan Reinhardt & Melissa Jasso 2nd place – Management Analysis & Decision Making* Lauren Robertson, Dylan Reinhardt & Ben Amoussou 2nd place – Small Business Management Plan* Lauren Robertson, Kirsten Blundell & Melissa Jasso 4th place – Marketing Analysis & Decision Making Kirsten Blundell (right) accepts 4th place in Marketing Analysis & Decision Making. Lauren Robertson and Melissa Jasso not pictured. Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc. (FBLA-PBL) is the largest career student organization in the world. Each year, FBLA-PBL helps over 250,000 members prepare for careers in business.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State’s Asmussen speaks at Institute for Ethnic Studies

Peru State’s Asmussen speaks at Institute for Ethnic Studies APR 8, 2016 Dr. Kelly Asmussen speaks to the Institute of Ethnic Studies. Photo courtesy of the University of Nebraska - Lincoln and the Institute of Ethnic Studies.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College professor of criminology, Dr. Kelly Asmussen, spoke to the University of Nebraska – Lincoln (UNL) Institute for Ethnic Studies on April 6. The colloquium featured Asmussen and four other panelists on the topic of “Ex-Cons, Diversity and the Responsibility of the University.” The Institute for Ethnic Studies offers regular panels of UNL faculty members discussing issues relevant to current events and to their own research. Occasionally guest speakers are sought to provide insight into particular topics. Asmussen said, “This was a wonderful discussion. My research on the intersection of college students, diversity and current and former convicts was well received.” Dr. Joy Castro, Director of the Institute for Ethnic Studies, said, "The problems of mass incarceration and the disproportionate numbers of people of color who are imprisoned have been a focus of our colloquia at the Institute for Ethnic Studies for three years now, and we were very glad to have Dr. Asmussen's perspective included on the panel this year. His outstanding work with prisoners is a pivotal and hopeful intervention during a grim time." Other panelists included Fran Kaye, professor of English at UNL, Grant Tiejen, assistant professor of sociology and criminal justice at St. Ambrose University; Clint Robinson, student at UNL; and Raymon Ramirez, manager of diversity and community outreach with UNL admissions. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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2016 Math Challenge Winners Announced at Peru State College

2016 Math Challenge Winners Announced at Peru State College APR 8, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 8, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College and the Peru State Mathematics Club with faculty advisors Dr. Paul Hinrichs and Dr. Laura McCauley hosted the 23rd Annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge on Friday, April 1, 2016. More than 100 students from eleven schools participated in the competition. Participating schools were divided into three divisions based on the Nebraska School Activities Association enrollment figures for the school. Each school was allowed to enter a team of three students in each of the four subject areas: geometry, algebra II, pre-calculus and calculus. Students were tested in three different ways. The first was a forty-question, multiple-choice individual exam in the subject for which they registered. The second test was a team exam where the students answered open-ended mathematics questions. The third testing session was a quiz bowl against other students in their subject area. Awards were given in each division and subject for the three top individual scores on the written tests and the top team score (individual tests and team test) in each division and subject. Geometry Individual

1st

Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

Faith

Auburn

Anya Bogen

Palmyra

Isaiah Spruth-

Johnson

Janssen

Brock

HTRS

Logan Anderson

Lewiston

Thayer

Kristin Meybrunn

Lewiston

Santana 2nd

3rd

Trent

Lincoln

Alex Fairchild-

Lockard

Christian

Flynn

Emily Kraai

Lincoln

Jarod Hergott

Christian

Central

Algebra II Individual

1st

Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

Aidan Nelson

Lincoln

Jon Hansen

Christian

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Weeping

Ray Nierman

Harvard

Water

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2nd

3rd

2016 Math Challenge Winners Announced at Peru State College

Esther Lun

Nathan

Lincoln

Logan

Christian

Standerford

Beatrice

Michael Stackpole

Lancaster

HTRS

Kylie Doupnik

Harvard

Weeping

Lynnae

Harvard

Water

Bennett

Precalculus Individual Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

1st

Jeff Sullinger

Beatrice

Trenton Plager

HTRS

Julio Marquez

Harvard

2nd

Nathan Spilker

Beatrice

Emily Gonnella

HTRS

Hannah Fields

Harvard

3rd

Zheyu Qui

Lincoln Christian

Hyeon Wang

Thayer Central

Tristan Kalvoda

Harvard

Calculus Individual Division 1

Division 2 (open)

1st

Michael Baumfalk

Beatrice

Kelsey Griess

Harvard

2nd

Trevor Lockard

Lincoln Christian

Simon Wiedel

Thayer Central

3rd

Nathan Rickels

Lincoln Christian

Jadyn Dightman

Thayer Central

Geometry Team Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

1st

Auburn

Thayer Central

Johnson Brock

2nd

Lincoln Christian

HTRS

Lewiston

Algebra II Team Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

1st

Lincoln Christian

Weeping Water

Harvard

2nd

Beatrice

HTRS

Sterling

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2016 Math Challenge Winners Announced at Peru State College

Precalculus Team Division 1

Division 2

Division 3

1st

Lincoln Christian

Thayer Central

Harvard

2nd

Beatrice

Weeping Water

Johnson Brock

Calculus Team Division 1

Division 2 (open)

1st

Lincoln Christian

Harvard

2nd

Beatrice

Thayer Central

The competition was founded in 1993. Area high school teachers started the contest to foster and develop mathematics education in southeast Nebraska. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State’s Clemente to present children’s programs in April and May.

Peru State’s Clemente to present children’s programs in April and May. APR 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College Professor of English, Dr. Bill Clemente, will present children’s programs on birds and poetry throughout April and early May. Clemente said, “I love every opportunity to share my enthusiasm for birds and poetry. I particularly enjoy helping children find the words to describe the beauty of nature and birds in flight." On April 13 and 14, Clemente will present Feathers and Verses for the Nebraska Humanities Speakers Bureau at the Platte River Expo in Mahoney Park. The program introduces youngsters to birds and includes writing short poems or narratives, learning bird names and songs and coloring bird images. Clemente will speak to fourth and fifth grade classes as organized by the Nebraska Parks and Game Commission. On April 17, Clemente will be a featured presenter at Words 4 Birds, a program sponsored by the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center and Nebraska State Poet Twyla Hansen. Clemente will be working with children from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ray Scheele will hold a workshop for adults at the same time. After the workshops, a “bring-your-own” picnic will be held on the prairie, followed by readings by Nebraska poets Clemente, Hansen, Scheele and Amy Plettner. This National Poetry Month event is free and open to the public. On April 29 and 30, Clemente will also present Feathers and Verses as part of Nebraska City’s Arbor Day events. The program introduces youngsters to birds and includes writing short poems or narratives, learning bird names and songs and coloring bird images. The program will be held at the Keeping Room from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. On April 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Clemente will share his enthusiasm for birds with both children and adults at the annual Spring Festival at Indian Cave State Park Clemente has presented at the Spring Festival for the past ten years. The event is free and open to the public. On May 5 and 6, Clemente will again present Feathers and Verses for the Nebraska Humanities Speakers Bureau at the Kearney Expo. The program introduces youngsters to birds and includes writing short poems or narratives, learning bird names and songs and coloring bird images. Clemente will speak to fourth and fifth grade classes as organized by the Nebraska Parks and Game Commission. ###

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Peru State’s Clemente to present children’s programs in April and May.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College to host Nebraska poets, Matt Mason and Sarah McKinstry

Peru State College to host Nebraska poets, Matt Mason and Sarah McKinstry APR 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Two of Nebraska’s notable poets will visit Peru State College on April 19. Matt Mason and Sarah McKinstry-Brown will read their works at 11:00 am. in the Jindra Fine Arts Recital Hall. Dr. Bill Clemente, professor of English, writes, “Matt visited the Peru State campus in 2009, and you can get a feel for the excitement his words generate by look at the video linked on the page devoted to his visit on the Around Peru, Nebraska blog at http://aroundperu.blogspot.com/2009/03/matt-mason-at-peru-state-college.html." Clemente adds, “The Peru State Community is very pleased to welcome this husband and wife team, Matt and Sarah, to read as part of National Poetry Month.” Mason and McKinstry-Brown’s visit is sponsored by the Alpha Chi Honor Society and the Peru State College Creative Writing Series. The event is free and open to the public. Questions may be directed to Bill Clemente at bclemente@peru.edu. Sarah McKinstry-Brown won an Academy of American Poets Prize and a Nebraska Book Award for her first full-length collection, Cradling Monsoons. She is an Editorial Board member for Spark Wheel Press and a co-editor of the award-winning, The Untidy Season: An Anthology of Nebraska Women Poets; she has also been published in journals such as South Dakota Review, Ruminate, Cimarron Review and Chicago Quarterly. In addition, she’s worked on a large number of public art projects (most recently, Conversations on a Bus) and partnered with a public non-profit cultural organization, KANEKO, to create feedback, a one-of-a-kind reading series that invites established and emerging writers to read from works in progress and get feedback on those new works. Matt Mason has won a Pushcart Prize and two Nebraska Book Awards; was a Finalist for the position of Nebraska State Poet; organized and ran poetry programming with the U.S. Department of State in Nepal, Romania, Botswana and Belarus; and has been on six teams at the National Poetry Slam. He has over 200 publications in magazines and anthologies, including Ted Kooser’s American Life in Poetry and on Garrison Keillor’s Writer’ Almanac. He is executive director of the Nebraska Writers Collective and is consultant for the Nebraska Arts Council with Nebraska’s Poetry Out Loud program. His most recent book, The Baby That Ate Cincinnati, was released in 2013. Mason and McKinstry-Brown live in Omaha with their daughters Sophia and Luci.

Sarah McKinstry Matt Mason ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Peru State College to host Nebraska poets, Matt Mason and Sarah McKinstry

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Project Response 2016: Peru State College News

Project Response 2016: Peru State College News APR 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Clubs and colleges joined forces to donate twenty-five purses and zip-close sandwich bags to Project Response, a domestic violence shelter in Auburn, Nebraska. The purses and bags will be given to women, children and men who may need to leave an abusive situation quickly. The purses and bags were filled with hygiene items. Peru State Colleges’ Red Cross Club collected the hygiene items and the PSC Black Student Union collected the purses and the bags. Peru State and Wayne State students prepared the donations during the 2016 state college diversity and leadership conference. The Black Student Union hosted the conference on the Peru State Campus. The conference theme was "Look Inside The Person, Think Outside The Box.”

Students holding donations they prepared for Project Response: Left to Right: Chelsea Turek (York, NE), President, Peru State College Red Cross Club; Janessa Davis (Omaha, NE), President, Peru State College Black Student Union; Shari Berglund (Auburn, NE), Project Response; Marissa Gomez (Omaha, NE), Vice President, Black Student Union ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College graduate student enrollment at historic high

Peru State College graduate student enrollment at historic high APR 12, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 12, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- As reported earlier, spring enrollment is at a historic high across the Peru State College campus, but leading the charge is a 16.8% increase in the number of graduate students. Spring credit hour production for graduate programs is also up 28.81% compared to the spring of 2015. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “Not only does Peru State College have more graduate students, but they are taking more courses. The graduate programs and their professors are giving Nebraska’s educators and business leaders the education they need and want.” Dr. Greg Seay, dean of the school of graduate studies, said, “Great faculty and a degree that has a direct impact on promotion and salary is the perfect recipe for success. Students that attend Peru State College can trust that their time spent here will change their lives. Peru State College offers two graduate programs, a Master of Science in Organizational Management and a Master of Science in Education – Curriculum and Instruction. The Master of Science in Education has been twice honored as a top online program in the nation. It was ranked #4 in the nation for 2016. Hugo Saucedo, site editor for Top Masters in Education, writes on his website, “Our rankings of the Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for 2016 are based on cost, quality and accreditation. These are the lowest priced, highest quality, regionally accredited online M.Ed. programs we could find.” ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College Awards Golden Leaf Winners of 2016

Peru State College Awards Golden Leaf Winners of 2016 APR 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State Times, the college's student newspaper, earned five Golden Leaf Awards at the annual Nebraska Collegiate Media Association (NCMA) spring conference, held April 16 at Doane College. The Golden Leaf Awards are presented each spring recognizing student media excellence in print, radio, television, and web. The Times competed against other NCMA member schools, including Wayne State College, Chadron State College, Doane College and Hastings College. The judges for the newspaper competition are working journalists and editors from around the country. Peru State Times Faculty Advisor and assistant professor, Kristi Nies, said, “The competition is tough each year and to come home with five Golden Leaf Awards is quite an accomplishment. I look forward to taking these students back next year." Nikhil Mirdha (India), Ju Young Lee (Garden Grove, CA), Zak Ruei (Omaha, NE), Meheret Gebremariam (Ethiopia) won third place in Feature Writing for "My American Experience.” Astrid Moore (Bayan Lepas, Malaysia) received an honorable mention in Investigative/In-Depth Reporting for her article on Peru State’s budget process. Marisa Pribnow (Lincoln, NE) won second place in Sports Reporting for her article on Interim Head Baseball Coach Josh Oltmans. Anna Naber (York, NE) won second place in Advertisement Design. The Peru State Times Editorial Staff received an honorable mention for Overall Layout and Design. Nies was also named NCMA President for the 2016-2017 academic year. Nies will work with Nebraska’s small colleges to nurture and facilitate media and journalism experiences for students. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State Times Wins Golden Leaf Awards

Peru State Times Wins Golden Leaf Awards APR 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State Times, the college's student newspaper, earned five Golden Leaf Awards at the annual Nebraska Collegiate Media Association (NCMA) spring conference, held April 16 at Doane College. The Golden Leaf Awards are presented each spring recognizing student media excellence in print, radio, television, and web. The Times competed against other NCMA member schools, including Wayne State College, Chadron State College, Doane College and Hastings College. The judges for the newspaper competition are working journalists and editors from around the country. Peru State Times Faculty Advisor and Assistant Professor, Kristi Nies, said, “The competition is tough each year and to come home with five Golden Leaf Awards is quite an accomplishment. I look forward to taking these students back next year." Nikhil Mirdha (India), Ju Young Lee (Garden Grove, CA), Zak Ruei (Omaha, NE), Meheret Gebremariam (Ethiopia) won third place in Feature Writing for "My American Experience.” Astrid Moore (Bayan Lepas, Malaysia) received an honorable mention in Investigative/In-Depth Reporting for her article on Peru State’s budget process. Marisa Pribnow (Lincoln, NE) won second place in Sports Reporting for her article on Interim Head Baseball Coach Josh Oltmans. Anna Naber (York, NE) won second place in Advertisement Design. The Peru State Times Editorial Staff received an honorable mention for Overall Layout and Design. Nies was also named NCMA President for the 2016-2017 academic year. Nies will work with Nebraska’s small colleges to nurture and facilitate media and journalism experiences for students. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Nebraska sesquicentennial groups to meet on Peru State campus.

Nebraska sesquicentennial groups to meet on Peru State campus. APR 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Nebraska Sesquicentennial Commission, the Nebraska 150 Foundation and Celebrating Nebraska Statehood staff will hold meetings on the Peru State College campus this Monday, April 18. The meetings are open to the public.. Schedule: 8 - 9 a.m. Nebraska 150 Foundation Meeting - - - CATS Conference Room 9 - 10:15 a.m. Joint Working Committee Meetings Government - - - CATS Conference Room

Communications - - - CATS 1st Level, east side

Arts and Culture - - - Library Faculty Resource Center

Education - - - Jindra Fine Arts Conference Room 141

10:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Nebraska Sesquicentennial Commission - - - CATS Conference Room A time for public comment is scheduled for 2:45 p.m.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10

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Peru State Student presents at Great Plains Student Psychology Convention

Peru State Student presents at Great Plains Student Psychology Convention APR 19, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College senior, Devin Edds, attended the Great Plain Student Psychology Convention at the University of Nebraska in Kearney. Edds presentation, “The Dark Side of Conscientiousness,” took second place in Undergraduate Empirical Oral Presentations. Edds's presentation examined the combined effects of conscientiousness and perfectionism on well-being. As the title of the presentation suggests, there can be a down side to conscientiousness. Dr. Kelli Gardner, associate professor of psychology, wrote, “Generally, conscientiousness is considered a positive trait, and perfectionism is considered a negative trait, but some people are high in both - hence the need for this research.” Edds writes, "This past year my research project has taught me that the real life process of conducting research in the field of psychology is much more messy and confusing than a textbook could ever teach you, but that it is equally rewarding and powerful to get to create your own study and see your personal ideas coming to life.” Edds continues, “I found some very interesting things about the connections between the concepts of conscientiousness, perfectionism and well-being that I would love to share with anyone who's got the time to listen." Gardner continued, “Devin did a wonderful job sharing her project, making me very proud and making Peru State College look good!” Edds is a psychology major and developed the presentation as part of Honors Psychology 499. HP 499 is an independent study course some students take as part of their Honors Program at Peru State College.

Devin Edds presenting at the conference. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Students present at Southwestern Association of Parasitologists

Students present at Southwestern Association of Parasitologists APR 19, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State College Biology Department attended the 49th Annual Meeting of the Southwestern Association of Parasitologists at the University of Oklahoma Biological Station on Lake Texoma. Students and faculty members presented at the conference. Jay Bryant (Plattsmouth, NE) and Whitni Redman (Holyoke, CO), working with Dr. Gul Ahmad, presented a poster presentation on their research entitled, “Gastrointestinal Helminthes of Coyotes (Canis latrans) from Southeast Nebraska and Shenandoah Area of Iowa.” Abbigail Hegge (Wausa, NE) presented an oral presentation on her research, mentored by Dr. Joanna Cielocha, entitled “Helminths of Cadaveric Cats Used in a Human Anatomy Laboratory.” Cielocha co-authored a presentation with collaborators from the University of Kansas, University of Connecticut and the Natural History Museum in London. The talk was entitled “Phylogenetic Relationships and a Family-level Classification of the Lecanicephalidea (Cestoda): Proglottid Anatomy Versus Scolex Morphology.” Dr. Mike Barger presented the results of his work in the Texas Big Thicket. This presentation was co-authored by two Peru State undergraduates working on the project, Gunnar Orcutt (Omaha, NE) and Kyle McAndrews (Omaha, NE). The title of this presentation was “Undiscovered Biodiversity of Parasitic Helminths in Fishes of Gulf Coast Drainages.” Barger was named President-Elect for the Association and will serve as President in 2018. Kianna Borengasser (Walanae, HI), Erin Kensel (Nebraska City, NE), Chelsea Reznicek (Omaha, NE), Dr. Richard Clopton and Debra Clopton also attended. The Southwestern Association of Parasitologists works to advance the disciplines of parasitology; to promote parasitological research and teaching; to allow informal discussion of research and teaching in parasitology; and to provide fellowship among workers in parasitology and allied fields. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10

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Students present at Southwestern Association of Parasitologists

Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State Rotaract Club hosts first ever district-wide Rotaract Retreat.

Peru State Rotaract Club hosts first ever district-wide Rotaract Retreat. APR 19, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Camp Kitaki- The Peru State College Rotaract Club made history when they were chosen to develop and deliver the first Rotaract Retreat in Rotary District 5650. Officers of PSC Rotaract chose the theme “Building a Foundation for Success” for the Retreat, which was held in conjunction with the district’s RYLA Event on Saturday, April 16 at Camp Kitaki near Louisville, NE. Hailey Benedict, president of Peru State Rotaract, said, "It was an honor to help plan the first annual District 5650 Rotaract Retreat. It was truly a great opportunity to meet with other Rotaract and Rotary members. I look forward to attending next year! “ The day started with welcomes from Rotary dignitaries including 5650 District Governor Rod Bates. Bates expressed his support for the conference at the beginning of the conference. Bates also told the attending students that he continued to be impressed by their many activities and enthusiasm for service Breakout sessions on fundraising, public relations, service projects and recruitment were followed by a Rotaract Panel facilitated by PSC Co-Advisor Brook Earnest. RYLA members had the opportunity to ask questions to the panel members about choosing a college, college life and service clubs. The day concluded with each club preparing an action plan and a reflection on the day. Tom Cardwell, RYLA director and district governor nominee, writes, “It was a historic day in District 5650 Rotary to have all four Rotaract clubs convene together this past Saturday.” “The Peru State delegation led the way organizing this event. It is my hope and expectation that these clubs will continue to meet and over time become a driving force behind college youth engagement in Nebraska. Never have the stakes been higher! Well done!” Elaine Hanson, co-advisor for Peru State Rotaract, said, “Designing the Rotaract Retreat gave our members a hands on experience in professional development and an opportunity to meet Rotarians and Rotaractors from around the district.” “I am extremely proud of the creative skills, tenacity and hard work they demonstrated in the process.”

Peru State Rotaract Club: (left to right) Haley Benedict - President; Nyla Witzel - Secretary/Treasurer; Elaine Hanson - Co-Advisor; Aubrey DeBraal - Vice-President; Brooke Earnest - Co-Advisor. The four Rotaract Clubs in District 5650 are Wayne State College, University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Omaha and Peru State College. Local Rotary clubs sponsor each Rotaract club. Peru State College Rotaract is sponsored by the Rotarians of Auburn, Falls City, Humboldt, Nebraska City and Pawnee. Rotaract is a part of Rotary International. There are 8,754 Rotaract clubs and 20,342 members around the world. Individual Rotary clubs sponsor Rotaract clubs and offer guidance and support, making the Rotaract club true “partners in service” and key members of the family of Rotary. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

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Peru State Rotaract Club hosts first ever district-wide Rotaract Retreat.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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City of Peru, Peru State College to collaborate on April 29’s citywide cleanup day.

City of Peru, Peru State College to collaborate on April 29’s citywide cleanup day. APR 20, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College and the City of Peru are partnering together for the citywide cleanup 2016. The event begins Friday, April 29 at 9 a.m. Anyone interested in volunteering to plant flowers, work with collection teams, etc. should meet at Peru City Hall at 9 a.m. Coffee, juice and goodies will be made available for all volunteers! Anyone that has items for the town cleanup should leave them on the curb by 9 a.m. Friday, April 29. Trucks will be by to pick up your items after 9 a.m. If you need help moving an item, please contact Cindy Moran at the Peru City Hall. Volunteers will be assigned to assist you. This is a perfect opportunity to comply with city ordinance and get rid of trash, furniture on porches and other unused items. Items picked up include: Bagged garbage Furniture Appliances Computers (not monitors) Circuit boards Copiers CD/DVD Players CD/DVD drives Fax machines Keyboards Modems Printers Scanners Servers Lawnmowers Snow blowers Garden tillers Bicycles Swing sets Metal/scrap iron

TVs or computer monitors must be brought to Peru City Hall on April 28 for environmentally safe disposal. Items NOT taken include:

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Tires Propane Tanks Used Oil

For more information, contact Cindy Moran at (402) 872-6685. ###

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Peru State Commencement 2016: Celebrating Success!

Peru State Commencement 2016: Celebrating Success! APR 28, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 27, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will hold its annual commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 7 in the Al Wheeler Activity Center. Approximately 430 students will earn diplomas this spring. Criminal Justice professor Dr. Kelly Asmussen has been named the institution’s 2016 Teaching Excellence Award winner. He will be honored at the ceremony. Attendees are invited to a catered reception on the Campus Quad immediately following graduation. The Hoyt Street Jazz Ensemble will provide entertainment. In the event of rain, the reception will be held in the Student Center. Shuttle service from campus parking lots will be available. Live streaming of the ceremony will be available at https://www.peru.edu/commencement/live.htm. For details about parking and other logistics, please visit https://www.peru.edu/commencement/index.htm. A dedication ceremony for the Park Avenue and Campus Entrance Donors will be held at 1 p.m. near the Little Red Schoolhouse and T.J. Majors. The public is invited to attend. The Park Avenue project, which began in May of 2015, included widening of the street and sidewalks from Casey’s to the campus entrance, improved lighting and drainage, new parking, landscaping and a circle drive/drop-off zone. The project was a public/private partnership funded by generous private donations, Peru State College, the Peru State College Foundation, the City of Peru, a Community Development Block Grant obtained by the City of Peru and in-kind contributions from Nemaha County. In recognition of significant contributions and support for the project from the Farmers Bank of Cook and the Vandeberg Family Foundation, the campus entrance plaza will be named Douglas Entrance Plaza in honor of Joyce and Judson Douglas, and the walkway area will be named the Rodney P. Vandeberg Memorial Walkway in honor of Rodney Vandeberg.

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Peru State Commencement 2016: Celebrating Success!

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College participates in Brownville and Peru Clean-ups.

Peru State College participates in Brownville and Peru Clean-ups. MAY 2, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- More than 130 Peru State College students, faculty and staff helped remove 95 truckloads of trash from the city of Peru on Friday, April 29. Students also participated in the Brownville Arboretum Clean-Up that afternoon. Elaine Hanson said, “The Peru City Clean-Up, in its fifth year, has become an annual collaborative event with the City and citizens of Peru, and Peru State College. It’s heart-warming to see large numbers of students accompanied by coaches, faculty and staff engage in cleaning up the streets and alleys of Peru.” “The efforts are evidenced by the many truckloads of trash collected and the large number of students that participate each year. Community members provide great incentive with home baked goodies washed down with coffee and water provided by PSC Creative Dining!” City of Peru residents were invited to put irregular items, such as mattresses, furniture, etc., on the curb. Both communities used college students to work on planters and planting areas. Litter was also picked up in both towns. In Peru, cheer leading, cross country, football, golf, men and women’s basketball and volleyball all had students participating. Rotoract, Peru State Theatre Company and football had students participate in Brownville. Hanson adds, “Another tradition is the Brownville Arboretum Clean-Up, this year held on the same day. PSC students, in addition to helping learn about trees and plants, are fed a wonderful meal prepared by Brownville Fine Arts Association members. Many wheel barrow loads of mulch were distributed in addition to trimming, weeding and pruning.” Ruth Keene, former Chair of the Brownville Fine Arts Association, writes “They were fantastic! We got so much more done than we ever have before and they were so thoughtful if you asked them to help you out.” John Lauber, Brownville Fine Arts and the Furnas Arboretum writes, “The Peru students did a fantastic job for the Furnas Arboretum Clean-up. We were able to complete nearly all of the tasks that we had identified and Gunnar and his teammates did excellent work, as did the girls from Rotaract and the theater students. All the students worked hard and seemed to enjoy themselves and lunch.” Both cleanups are held annually.

Peru State Cheerleaders both rows, L to R Brittany Ritter, Elizabeth Robine, M'Lisa Hartzell, Dayana Camacho, Nyanen Timbek, Sarah Morales and Brittany Fitzler. Chance Baumann, Luke Savage (behind), Sam Dolezal and Robert Baker help cleanup Peru! ###

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college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Retirees and employees recognized at annual luncheon.

Retirees and employees recognized at annual luncheon. MAY 2, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State Foundation and Creative Dining Services partnered to sponsor a recognition luncheon for Peru State College employees and retirees. Six retirees were honored for their combined 150 years of service. Employees were recognized for service beyond five years, ten years, fifteen years, twenty years and twenty-five years. All retirees were recognized. The brief luncheon featured remarks from Peru State College President Dan Hanson and Peru State College Foundation CEO Todd Simpson. Simpson shared Dr. Kelly Asmussen, professor of criminal justice, retires this summer after 22 years. John Fettig, senior advancement officer with the Peru State College, retired in March after five years. Nancy Hawley, accounting clerk III and Peru State College alum, retired after 29 years. Dr. Dan Holtz, professor of English, retires this summer after 29 years. Gayle Martin, computer operator, retired after 11 years. Clifford McMann, maintenance repair worker III, retired after 11 years. Linda Moody, secretary to the president, retired in November after 39 years. Two retirees were unable to attend the event. Ken Anderson, professor of art, retires this summer after 32 years. Dr. Todd Beischel, professor of educational psychology retired after fifteen years. Moody told the Peru Stater, "Equipment, technology, facilities – all may have changed, but there’s one element that remains constant. The human element. It has been a gift to be able to watch students evolve from freshmen eager to experience life on their own to confident graduates. Several have become good friends along the way – friendships I would not have if I had not been temporarily hired so many years ago. Dr. Dan Hanson with retirees: John Fettig, Dr. Dan Holtz, Dr. Kelly Asmussen, Linda Moody, Clifford McMann, Nancy Hawley and Gayle Martin. Not pictured: Ken Anderson and Dr. Todd Beischel. ###

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Retirees and employees recognized at annual luncheon.

has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Phi Alpha Theta presents check to Peru State College Foundation.

Phi Alpha Theta presents check to Peru State College Foundation. MAY 2, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Phi Alpha Theta presented a check to the Peru State Foundation to payback the costs of the new historical marker. The new historical marker was erected in March. Most of the funds were raised via the Murder Mystery Dinners held this spring and last spring. Next year’s dinner will pay back the remaining loan from the Foundation. Phi Alpha Theta is a professional society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. PAT seeks to bring students, teachers and writers of history together for intellectual and social exchanges, which promote and assist historical research and publication by our members in a variety of ways.

Todd Simpson, Chief Executive Officer of the Peru State College Foundation, receives a check from Michelle Kaiser, Phi Alpha Theta President in front of Peru State College’s new historical marker with Samantha Jackson, PAT Secretary Treasurer and Dr. Sara Crook, coadvisor to Phi Alpha Theta. ###

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Retirees and employees recognized at annual luncheon.

Retirees and employees recognized at annual luncheon. MAY 2, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State Foundation and Creative Dining Services partnered to sponsor a recognition luncheon for Peru State College employees and retirees. Six retirees were honored for their combined 150 years of service. Employees were recognized for service beyond five years, ten years, fifteen years, twenty years and twenty-five years. All retirees were recognized. The brief luncheon featured remarks from Peru State College President Dan Hanson and Peru State College Foundation CEO Todd Simpson. Simpson shared Dr. Kelly Asmussen, professor of criminal justice, retires this summer after 22 years. John Fettig, senior advancement officer with the Peru State College, retired in March after five years. Nancy Hawley, accounting clerk III and Peru State College alum, retired after 29 years. Dr. Dan Holtz, professor of English, retires this summer after 29 years. Gayle Martin, computer operator, retired after 11 years. Clifford McMann, maintenance repair worker III, retired after 11 years. Linda Moody, secretary to the president, retired in November after 39 years. Two retirees were unable to attend the event. Ken Anderson, professor of art, retires this summer after 32 years. Dr. Todd Beischel, professor of educational psychology retired after fifteen years. Moody told the Peru Stater, “Equipment, technology, facilities – all may have changed, but there’s one element that remains constant. The human element. It has been a gift to be able to watch students evolve from freshmen eager to experience life on their own to confident graduates. Several have become good friends along the way – friendships I would not have if I had not been temporarily hired so many years ago.” Dr. Dan Hanson with retirees: John Fettig, Dr. Dan Holtz, Dr. Kelly Asmussen, Linda Moody, Clifford McMann, Nancy Hawley and Gayle Martin. Not pictured: Ken Anderson and Dr. Todd Beischel. ###

For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks” is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college’s ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State awards degrees to 426 MAY 10, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2016, 2:00 p.m., CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State, College Marketing and, Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College and its President, Dr. Dan Hanson, under the authority of the Nebraska State College System granted degrees to 426 graduates on Saturday, May 7. More than 2500 people attended the ceremony in the Al Wheeler Athletic Center. Peru State granted 98 Master of Science in Education degrees, 16 Master of Science in Organizational Management degrees, six Bachelor of Arts degrees, 259 Bachelor of Science degrees and 47 Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. In his remarks to the graduating class, Hanson referred back to the Distinguished Speaker Series guest, best-selling author and MSNBC Anchor, Wes Moore. Hanson advised graduates to follow Moore’s advice by identifying their beliefs and then fighting for their convictions with passion and persistence. Hanson continued, “A degree is only worthwhile if it is used to benefit others; it does not matter if it only benefits you. Choose to use your degree to build a better community, a better country and a better world. Serve often and serve well.” MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION Jason Adelung, Curriculum and Instruction, Lutherville, MD Valerie Adelung, Curriculum and Instruction, Lutherville, MD Megan Albers, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Mitchell Albers, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Ariana Augustinas, Curriculum and Instruction, Spokane, WA Jordan Barjenbruch, Curriculum and Instruction, Seward, NE Paige Baumert, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Lisa Beeson, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Kelly Benne, Curriculum and Instruction, Bellevue, NE Laura Bloss, Curriculum and Instruction, Pawnee, City, NE Kayla Book, Curriculum and Instruction, Bennington, NE Caitlin Bos, Curriculum and Instruction, McCook, NE Renee Broesch, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Aaron Brooker, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Craig Brown, Curriculum and Instruction, Maplewood, MN Rebecca, Campbell, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Niki Caughey, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Tyler Cerveny, Curriculum and Instruction, Gretna, NE Carli Cramer, Curriculum and Instruction, Youngstown, OH Lauren Day, Curriculum and Instruction, Gaithersburg, MD Amber Drake, Curriculum and Instruction, Cook, NE Elton Edmond, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Carolyn Enevoldsen, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Ashley Fanciullo, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE

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Kara Farmer, Curriculum and Instruction, Fredericksburg, VA Christina Feddema, Curriculum and Instruction, Broomfield, CO Katie Fischer, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Leah Fleischman, Curriculum and Instruction, Overton, NE Kelly Fleming, Curriculum and Instruction, Galesburg, IL Satarah Funk, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Kathie Garabrandt, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Darin Garfield, Curriculum and Instruction, Central, City, NE Kathie Gaston, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Amanda Gehrke, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Risa Gilbert, Curriculum and Instruction, Baileyville, KS Diana Gille, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Sena Hayes, Curriculum and Instruction, Nebraska, City, NE Matthew Hicks, Curriculum and Instruction, Frederick, CO Denise Hoag, Curriculum and Instruction, Council Bluffs, IA Donette Hoobler, Curriculum and Instruction, Horton, KS Carrie Ingwerson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Leah Janssen, Curriculum and Instruction, Rushville, NE Sarah Johnson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Austin Katt, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Kimberly Kepler, Curriculum and Instruction, Golden, CO Judy Kirk, Curriculum and Instruction, Glenwood, IA Robert Klug, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Laura Krallman, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Adam Krecklow, Curriculum and Instruction, Syracuse, NE Carie Kuberski, Curriculum and Instruction, Wataga, IL Wendy Langer, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Cindy Larson, Curriculum and Instruction, Elkhorn, NE Natasha Ludwig-Page, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Carly Minge, Curriculum and Instruction, Odell, NE Brittney Moody, Curriculum and Instruction, Lyons, NE Dustin Moore, Curriculum and Instruction, Gretna, NE Amanda Morgan, Curriculum and Instruction, Beatrice, NE Kimberly Nesvik, Curriculum and Instruction, Coin, IA Martha Oliva, Curriculum and Instruction, Lafayette, CO Crystal Olson, Curriculum and Instruction, Bellevue, NE Shannon Otterson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Jason Padilla, Curriculum and Instruction, Brooklyn, NY Anna Panakhyo, Curriculum and Instruction, Longmont, CO Tessa Parrish, Curriculum and Instruction, Friend, NE Jennifer Pequegnat, Curriculum and Instruction, Los Gatos, CA Laurie Peterson, Curriculum and Instruction, Grand Island, NE Roy Prauner, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Deborah Ragone, Curriculum and Instruction, Bellevue, NE Chase Rasby, Curriculum and Instruction, Louisville, NE Kimberly Remmenga, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Molly Reuland, Curriculum and Instruction, Crete, NE Gary Richards, Curriculum and Instruction, York, NE Kathleen Robertson, Curriculum and Instruction, Columbus, NE Deanne Ruggles, Curriculum and Instruction, Indianola, NE Emily Saathoff, Curriculum and Instruction, Nebraska, City, NE Kharisa Salberg, Curriculum and Instruction, Sterling, NE Amanda Sauer, Curriculum and Instruction, Olathe, KS Jeffrey Schiebur, Curriculum and Instruction, Wymore, NE

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Breanna Scholl, Curriculum and Instruction, Falls, City, NE David Schumacher, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Courtney Scott, Curriculum and Instruction, Odell, NE Caitlin Shafer, Curriculum and Instruction, Shubert, NE Kate Sherwin, Curriculum and Instruction, Union, NE Hannah Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Diller, NE Amy Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Fairbury, NE Marla Smith, Curriculum and Instruction, Plattsmouth, NE Kaitlin Sorenson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Theodore Stessman, V., Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Danielle Stewart, Curriculum and Instruction, Louisville, NE Brian Sulzman, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Shanda Turley, Curriculum and Instruction, Elkhorn, NE Joseph Unternahrer, Curriculum and Instruction, Tarkio, MO Debra Vahle, Curriculum and Instruction, Grand Island, NE Sarah Volker, Curriculum and Instruction, Humboldt, NE Darcy Weldon, Curriculum and Instruction, Humboldt, NE Tracey Younker, Curriculum and Instruction, Plattsmouth, NE Jessica Zelfel, Curriculum and Instruction, Kennard, NE Hui Zeng, Curriculum and Instruction, Tulsa, OK MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT Kelly Allsman, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Lincoln, NE Akile Banister, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Omaha, NE Diane Caldwell, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Katy, TX Kimberly Carder, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Troy, IL Rebecca Eberly, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Sioux, City, IA Carl Forshey, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Kansas, City, MO Carmen Henggeler, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Rock Port, MO Elaine Horn, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Shubert, NE Caitlyn Lesan, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Creston, IA Patrick Marlatt, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Beatrice, NE Wayne Pantini, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Creston, IA Kylyn Rush, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Tabor, IA Kellie Slater, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Bellingham, WA Jonathan Stanton, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Bellevue, NE Heather Sullivan, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Lincoln, NE Cheri Venditte, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Elkhorn, NE BACHELOR OF ARTS Leonard Browne, Liberal Arts, Plano, TX Grace, Cole, Liberal Arts, Scribner, NE Brandon McGruder, Liberal Arts, Omaha, NE Nathan Shaffer, History Education, Auburn, NE Martha Shoemaker, Liberal Arts, Pheonix, City, AL Frank Wolff, History; Social Science, Blair, NE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Danyelle Achenbach, Management; Marketing, Macedonia, IA Bryan Adams, Wildlife Ecology, Lincoln, NE Julianne Adinolfi, Accounting, North Wales, PA Skylar Albers, Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Mary Alcala, Psychology, Pawnee, City, NE Joshua Alonzo, Management, Riverside, CA

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Akpedje Amoussou, Management, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso Laura Andersen, Elementary Education, Plattsmouth, NE Millie Anderson, Management; Marketing, Elmwood, NE Tawny Anderson, Social Science, Lincoln, NE Guenevere Arthur, Biochemical Science, Hickman, NE Tyler Audsley, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Prescott Valley, AZ Jamie Aue, Accounting, Auburn, NE Adau Ayaj, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Irina Badger, Accounting, New Brighton, PA Jehan Balliet, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Tracy Barbur, Psychology, Geneva, NE Kelsee Barenklau, Special Education M/MD K-12, Papillion, NE Alan Barnes, Biology Education, Murdock, NE Austin Barth, Psychology, Hampton, NE Susan Bartman, Special Education M/MD K-12, Nebraska, City, NE Jacob Beck, Wildlife Ecology, Blair, NE Theodor Beckert, Middle Grades Education, North East, MD Nathan Bianchi, Special Education M/MD K-12, Hiawatha, KS Renita Blackwell, Criminal Justice/Law and Society, Papillion, NE Lisa Blecha, Elementary Education, Hickman, NE Julie Blunck, Accounting, South Ogden, UT Lesley Boan, Psychology, Rockwell, NC Brittney Bock, Elementary Education; Early, Childhood Education, Lincoln, NE Nathan Bohy, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Laveen, AZ Courtney Boos, Language Arts, Julian, NE Carlie Boswell, Psychology, La Vista, NE Chelsea Brandl, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Ethan Bray, Sport and Exercise Science, Lamar, MO Kimberley Brewer, Elementary Education, Lincoln, NE Jasmine Brill, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Keri Brogren, Accounting, Winside, NE Charles Brosemer, Jr., Accounting, Parma, OH Emily Brown, Elementary Education; Special Education M/MD K-12, Plattsmouth, NE James Brown, Psychology, Sanford, NC Kacey Brown, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Dillon Bruggeman, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Courtney Bryant, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Lincoln, NE Jay Bryant, Biochemical Science, Plattsmouth, NE Allie Buesing, Sport and Exercise Science, Cozad, NE Kourtney Burianek, Biological Science, Pleasant Dale, NE Briar Burr, Sports Management and Exercise Science, Wood River, NE Sarah Busche, Psychology, Papillion, NE Sara Buss, Management, Beatrice, NE Mattie Cahoy, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Nebraska, City, NE Dallas Cain, II, Management, Homer, NE Theodore Camastra, III, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lawrence, NJ June Campbell, Accounting, Grand Island, NE Kathryn Carlson, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Norfolk, NE Megan Carroll, Elementary Education, Crete, NE Joshua Cedeño, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Miami, FL Robert Chab Sport, Management, and Exercise Science Omaha, NE Taylor Christensen, Sport and Exercise Science, Phoenix, AZ LaVonna Cline, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Cody Closner, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Waverly, NE

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Nina Coburn, Management; Marketing Beatrice, NE Nancy Cohn, Accounting, Lincoln, NE Eric Collins, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Leawood, KS Desiree Como Marketing Milford, NE Gregory Conry, Elementary Education, Harlan, IA Leslie Cushman-Melville Marketing San Francisco, CA Taylor Dankleff, Early Childhood Education Unified, Unadilla, NE Kayla Davis, Early Childhood Education Unified, Fairbury, NE Janessa Davis, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Omaha, NE Jacob Dean, Biochemical Science, Auburn, NE Cora DeMike, Elementary Education, Weeping Water, NE Sarah Deutsch, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Aubrey DeZarn, Social Science, Las Vegas, NV Jaimie Digby, Psychology, Plattsmouth, NE Christopher Donahoo, Criminal Justice/Law and Society, Udell, IA Alexandria Donovan, Management, Geneva, NE Katie Doran, Fine Arts, Plattsmouth, NE Brenda Dougherty, Accounting, Lincoln, NE Tracie Dunavin, Management, Eagle, NE Devin Edds, Psychology, Farragut, IA Michelle Ellis, Fine Arts, Omaha, NE Darrick Emery, Management, Lincoln, NE Kathrynn Evans, Accounting, Independence, MO Brian Farley, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Omaha, NE Matheus Fernandes, Management, Orlando, FL Tanis Fichter, Accounting, Pacific Junction, IA Zayra Flores Acevedo, Music Marketing, Nebraska, City, NE Chelsea Ford, Special Education M/MD K-12, Lincoln, NE Hunter Franzen, Management, Superior, NE Kari Fritz, Accounting, Falls, City, NE Garrison Gamm, Marketing, Hebron, KY Dustin Gerdes, Computer / Management Information Systems, Auburn, NE Nicholas Girard, Biochemical Science, Peru, NE Kadyn Glass, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Redlands, CA Allison Glathar, Health and Physical Education, K-12 Dawson, NE William Gleason, Music Marketing, Lincoln, NE Nicholas Gollin, Wildlife Ecology, Firth, NE Camden Grasmick, Sport and Exercise Science, Gurley, NE Jarvis Green, Sport and Exercise Science, Lincoln, NE Heather Greer, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Independence, MO Laura Griffin, Psychology, Brooklyn, NY Carlina Grove, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Otoe, NE Brent Gyhra, Biochemical Science, Pawnee, City, NE Brian Hand, History Education, Lincoln, NE Heather Heble, Early Childhood Education Inclusive, Auburn, NE Elise Heng, Social Science, Education Nebraska, City, NE Lauren Heng, Management, Nebraska, City, NE Shana Herigon, Management, Mansfield, TX Jazmin Hernandez, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Lincoln, NE Shelbie Hess, Biochemical Science, Phoenix, AZ Kaylin Hobza, Wildlife Ecology, Omaha, NE Chondra Hope, Psychology, Avoca, IA Mallory Hull, Early Childhood Education Unified, Morse Bluff, NE Taneesha Hunter, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Talmage, NE

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Jared Hyland Health and Physical Education K-12 Omaha, NE Melissa Jasso Marketing San Diego, CA Laura Johns Music K-12 Education Tecumseh, NE Megan Johnson, Management, Tecumseh, NE Shelby Johnson, English, Yutan, NE Dwight Jones, Elementary Education, Ravenna, NE Chelsea Jones, Educational Studies, Nebraska, City, NE Kellie Jones, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Red Oak, IA Jonah Jordening, Computer/ Management Information Systems Beatrice, NE Courtney Jurek, Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education, Omaha, NE Hailey Kaderabek, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Daykin, NE Morgan Keegan, Management, Omaha, NE Jacob Kelley, Sport and Exercise Science, Broken Arrow, OK Patrick King, Elementary Education, Glenwood, IA Alexis Kirby, Marketing, Auburn, NE Jared Kleine, Marketing, Beatrice, NE Kory Klover, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Hebron, NE Brandon Koch, Educational Studies, Lincoln, NE Jessica Kohout, Psychology, Clatonia, NE Christopher Kuhlmann, Management, Alva, FL Shaunah Kuhlmann, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration; Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Alva, FL Yevgeniy Kulev, Accounting, Federal Way, WA Recia Lahodny, Management, Steele City, NE Chloe Langford, Early Childhood Education Unified; Special Education M/MD K-12, Bellevue, NE Alexis LaPour, Biochemical Science, Lincoln, NE Madara Laure, Marketing, Riga, Latvia Trista Lefler, Psychology, Cedar Rapids, IA Brian Lemerond, Health and Physical Education K-12, Falls, City, NE Shannon Liewer, Biochemical Science, Imperial, NE Levi Likens, Health and Physical Education K-12, Nemaha, NE Sarah Ludlow, Special Education M/MD K-12, Bellevue, NE Charles Lutz, Management, Redlands, CA Brianna Madrid, Biochemical Science, Glendale, AZ Keenan Mancho, Psychology, Stockton, CA Jeremy Mason, Psychology, Ennis, TX Megan Massey, Accounting, Robinson, KS Amanda May, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Kyle McAndrews, Biological Science; Wildlife Ecology, Omaha, NE Brian McDonough, Marketing, Lincoln, NE Sean McGary, Management, Omaha, NE Kelsey McGill, Community Music and Private Studio, Waverly, NE Mariah Mellage, Biochemical Science, Auburn, NE Theresa Messman, Sport and Exercise Science, Arnold, MO Paige Meyer, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Beatrice, NE Linda Miller, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Nikhil Mirdha, Biochemical Science, Peru, NE Alison Moeller, Special Education M/MD K-12, Geneva, NE Joni Monroe, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, VanBuren, AR Kyle Monte De Ramos, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Papillion, NE Kristin Morehead, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Falls, City, NE Kelly Morris, Elementary Education; History Education, Fairfax, MO Eric Morrison-Smith, Management, San Diego, CA Amber Musil, Sport and Exercise Science, Lincoln, NE Lindsey Nelson, Elementary Education, Granite Bay, CA

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Makala Nerz, Early Childhood Education Unified, Omaha, NE Sarah Newell, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Omaha, NE Crystal Nombrano, Psychology, Abilene, TX Holly Norris, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Bailey Nutter, Sport and Exercise Science, Panama, NE Kate Nutzman, Elementary Education, Nehawka, NE Darla Orender, Early Childhood Education Unified, Schuyler, NE Trenton Ostransky, Elementary Education, Fullerton, NE Coty Otten, Computer/Management Information Systems, Norfolk, NE Martin Owen, Computer/Management Information Systems, North Platte, NE Logan Paben, Middle Grades Education, Columbus, NE Raymond Partee, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Norfolk, NE Skyler Petersen, Music Marketing, York, NE Stephanie Petersen, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Stanton, NE Kirsten Peterson, Wildlife Ecology, Lincoln, NE Tracy Phillips, Management, Seward, NE Brett Pierce, Health and Physical Education K-12, St. Joseph, MO Seth Pinnow, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Cody Piotrowski, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Mihawaka, IN Melissa Pollard, Art Education; Fine Arts, Houston, TX Stephanie Polson, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration; Psychology, Beatrice, NE Amanda Powell, Elementary Education, Dawson, NE Jennifer Powers, Management, Dallas, GA Cristal Quin᷉ onez, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Anthony, NM Monica Rains, Early Childhood Education Unified, Great Falls, MT Whitni Redman, Biochemical Science, Holyoke, CO Delaney Rees, Early Childhood Education Unified, Liberty, NE Michael Reilly, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Lilian Rewerts, Accounting, History Leavenworth, KS Aaron Rice, Music K-12 Education, Genoa, NE Derreon Richardson, Sport and Exercise Science, St. Louis, MO Ema Rickman, English, Nebraska, City, NE Jonathan Robertson, Accounting, Tarkio, MO Alyssa Rodriguez, Psychology, El, Centro, CA Heidi Rose, Marketing, Kearney, NE Jeremy Rudder, Music Performance, Peru, NE Jerry Saab, Jr., Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Felicia Schlicker, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Michaela Schroeder, Early Childhood Education Unified, Fairbury, NE Andrew Schutte, Psychology, Auburn, NE Brian Sealock, Accounting, Underwood, IA Clara Shaw, Psychology, Gering, NE Jiekun ( Jack) Shi, Accounting, Computer/ Management, Information Systems Lincoln, NE Sheldon Shires History Education Peru, NE Roxanne Shires, English, Peru, NE Dean Shissler, Social Science, Nebraska, City, NE Jordan Silva, Sport and Exercise Science, Lynnwood, WA Katlynn Simonton, Natural Science Education Omaha, NE Brian Simpson, Accounting, Beatrice, NE Judy Simpson, Computer/ Management Information Systems Murray, NE Susan Sisco, Fine Arts, Burchard, NE JoAnn Sisley, Computer/ Management Information Systems Omaha, NE Leslie Skirvin, Psychology, New Albany, IN Keith Smith, Social Science Education,,,, Bellevue, NE

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Michael Smith, II, Psychology, Kansas, City, MO Sarah Smith, Marketing, Wetmore, KS Lacie Snyder, Psychology, Syracuse, NE Janet Sobczyk, Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Isaiah Spears, Psychology, Joliet, IL Brett Sporleder, Management, Bridgewater, IA Shannon Stafford, Psychology, Allen, TX Alfredo Stout, Psychology, Alice, TX Karlee Stuart, Mathematics Education, Las Animas, CO Christie Stubbert, Accounting, Columbus, NE Kaitlin Suchting, Early Childhood Education Unified, Red Oak, IA Jordon Sukup, Elementary Education, Sidney, NE Brandon Sweet, Elementary Education, Clarinda, IA April Taggs, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Harlan, IA Stacy Taylor, Computer/ Management, Information Systems, Stanton, IA Andrew Tucker, Psychology, Phoenix, AZ Jaymi Victor, Graphic Design, Nebraska, City, NE Lisa Vigdal, Accounting, West Plains, MO Darlene Villalta, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Greenbelt, MD Amanda Volksen, Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education Omaha, NE Robert Wagar, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Carie Walles, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Tai’Ler Warren, Sport and Exercise Science, Omaha, NE Nichole Waterman, Psychology, Atlantic, IA Chasidy Wederquist, Special Education M/MD K-12, Glenwood, IA Rachael West, Sport and Exercise Science, El Dorado, KS Nita Whitney, Fine Arts; Graphic Design Auburn, NE Christian Wiebold, Accounting, Shenandoah, IA Nakaisha Wiegert, Biochemical Science, Wausa, NE Jordan Williams, Community Music and Private Studio, Longwood, FL Kerri Wilson, Elementary Education, Auburn, NE Alison Winkelbauer, Early Childhood Education Unified, Lincoln, NE Brenda Wray, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Lincoln, NE Timothy Wright, Computer/ Management Information Systems, Auburn, NE Caitlin Wuebbels, Sport and Exercise Science, Murrieta, CA Taylor Zillig, Health and Physical Education K-12, Lincoln, NE Zachary Zobel, Computer/Management Information Systems; Management, Ashland, NE BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE Miste Adamson, Management, Lincoln, NE Natasha Amys, Management, Omaha, NE Debra Baker, Management, Arlington, TX Chad Battershaw, Management, Dallas, TX Hannah Bell, Management, Beatrice, NE Rylie Bowser, Management, Holton, KS Troy, Chatham, Management, Omaha, NE Tyler, Cherin, Management, Seattle, WA Tina Darrow, Management, Streator, IL Waylon DeLong, Management, Milford, NE Michael Dorzweiler, Management, Omaha, NE Michael Dougherty, Management, Falls, City, NE Rachel Duckett, Management, Lincoln, NE Robert Fouts, Management, Missouri Valley, IA Barbara Frank, Management, Lincoln, NE

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Kimberly Garcia, Management, Palacios, TX Timothy Gevedon, Management, Dayton, OH Jamie Gustafson, Management, Polk, NE Kyle Henry, Management, Omaha, NE Jason Holman, Management, Nebraska, City, NE Jennifer Johnson, Management, Lincoln, NE Jeremiah Keenan, Management, Easton, MD Stephanie Koester, Management, Coralville, IA Emma Lundeen, Management, Harrisonburg, VA Michael Matya, Management, Papillion, NE Mark McKelvy, Management, Omaha, NE Jessica Merrill, Management, Murray, NE Alisha Meyer, Management, Beatrice, NE Amber Moody, Management, Odell, NE Nathaniel Moore, Management, Friend, NE Elizabeth Nielsen, Management, North Platte, NE Alexis Ohrstrom, Management, Meridian, ID Janet Olson, Management, Hiawatha, KS Mark Orth, Management, Papillion, NE Jeremiah Penn, Management, Columbus, NE Justin Preister, Management, Cornlea, NE Kevin Rhinehart, Management, Lincoln, NE Timothy Riley, Management, Omaha, NE Cassandra Schmit, Management, Helena, MT Matthew Shaw, Management, York, NE Stephanie Sherwin, Management, Syracuse, NE Corday Sims, Management, Chicago, IL Alysann Soifua, Management, West Point, UT Jason Sparks, Management, Front Royal, VA Elizabeth Stevens, Management, Washington, DC Seth Vance, Management, Manhattan, KS Kelsey Weber, Management, Lincoln, NE ###

For more information, visit www.peru.edu or, Call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State, College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks” is Nebraska’s oldest, College and will, Celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State, College’s, Constant, Commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the, College’s ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State, College is, Committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State awards degrees to 426 MAY 10, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2016, 2:00 p.m., CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State, College Marketing and, Communications, 402.872.2429

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Leah Fleischman, Curriculum and Instruction, Overton, NE Kelly Fleming, Curriculum and Instruction, Galesburg, IL Satarah Funk, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Kathie Garabrandt, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Darin Garfield, Curriculum and Instruction, Central, City, NE Kathie Gaston, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Amanda Gehrke, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Risa Gilbert, Curriculum and Instruction, Baileyville, KS Diana Gille, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Sena Hayes, Curriculum and Instruction, Nebraska, City, NE Matthew Hicks, Curriculum and Instruction, Frederick, CO Denise Hoag, Curriculum and Instruction, Council Bluffs, IA Donette Hoobler, Curriculum and Instruction, Horton, KS Carrie Ingwerson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Leah Janssen, Curriculum and Instruction, Rushville, NE Sarah Johnson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Austin Katt, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Kimberly Kepler, Curriculum and Instruction, Golden, CO Judy Kirk, Curriculum and Instruction, Glenwood, IA Robert Klug, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Laura Krallman, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Adam Krecklow, Curriculum and Instruction, Syracuse, NE Carie Kuberski, Curriculum and Instruction, Wataga, IL Wendy Langer, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Cindy Larson, Curriculum and Instruction, Elkhorn, NE Natasha Ludwig-Page, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Carly Minge, Curriculum and Instruction, Odell, NE Brittney Moody, Curriculum and Instruction, Lyons, NE Dustin Moore, Curriculum and Instruction, Gretna, NE Amanda Morgan, Curriculum and Instruction, Beatrice, NE Kimberly Nesvik, Curriculum and Instruction, Coin, IA Martha Oliva, Curriculum and Instruction, Lafayette, CO Crystal Olson, Curriculum and Instruction, Bellevue, NE Shannon Otterson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Jason Padilla, Curriculum and Instruction, Brooklyn, NY Anna Panakhyo, Curriculum and Instruction, Longmont, CO Tessa Parrish, Curriculum and Instruction, Friend, NE Jennifer Pequegnat, Curriculum and Instruction, Los Gatos, CA Laurie Peterson, Curriculum and Instruction, Grand Island, NE Roy Prauner, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Deborah Ragone, Curriculum and Instruction, Bellevue, NE Chase Rasby, Curriculum and Instruction, Louisville, NE Kimberly Remmenga, Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln, NE Molly Reuland, Curriculum and Instruction, Crete, NE Gary Richards, Curriculum and Instruction, York, NE Kathleen Robertson, Curriculum and Instruction, Columbus, NE Deanne Ruggles, Curriculum and Instruction, Indianola, NE Emily Saathoff, Curriculum and Instruction, Nebraska, City, NE Kharisa Salberg, Curriculum and Instruction, Sterling, NE Amanda Sauer, Curriculum and Instruction, Olathe, KS Jeffrey Schiebur, Curriculum and Instruction, Wymore, NE Breanna Scholl, Curriculum and Instruction, Falls, City, NE David Schumacher, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Courtney Scott, Curriculum and Instruction, Odell, NE

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Caitlin Shafer, Curriculum and Instruction, Shubert, NE Kate Sherwin, Curriculum and Instruction, Union, NE Hannah Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Diller, NE Amy Simpson, Curriculum and Instruction, Fairbury, NE Marla Smith, Curriculum and Instruction, Plattsmouth, NE Kaitlin Sorenson, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Theodore Stessman, V., Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Danielle Stewart, Curriculum and Instruction, Louisville, NE Brian Sulzman, Curriculum and Instruction, Omaha, NE Shanda Turley, Curriculum and Instruction, Elkhorn, NE Joseph Unternahrer, Curriculum and Instruction, Tarkio, MO Debra Vahle, Curriculum and Instruction, Grand Island, NE Sarah Volker, Curriculum and Instruction, Humboldt, NE Darcy Weldon, Curriculum and Instruction, Humboldt, NE Tracey Younker, Curriculum and Instruction, Plattsmouth, NE Jessica Zelfel, Curriculum and Instruction, Kennard, NE Hui Zeng, Curriculum and Instruction, Tulsa, OK MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT Kelly Allsman, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Lincoln, NE Akile Banister, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Omaha, NE Diane Caldwell, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Katy, TX Kimberly Carder, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Troy, IL Rebecca Eberly, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Sioux, City, IA Carl Forshey, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Kansas, City, MO Carmen Henggeler, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Rock Port, MO Elaine Horn, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Shubert, NE Caitlyn Lesan, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Creston, IA Patrick Marlatt, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Beatrice, NE Wayne Pantini, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Creston, IA Kylyn Rush, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Tabor, IA Kellie Slater, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Bellingham, WA Jonathan Stanton, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Bellevue, NE Heather Sullivan, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Lincoln, NE Cheri Venditte, Entrepreneurial and Economic Development, Elkhorn, NE BACHELOR OF ARTS Leonard Browne, Liberal Arts, Plano, TX Grace, Cole, Liberal Arts, Scribner, NE Brandon McGruder, Liberal Arts, Omaha, NE Nathan Shaffer, History Education, Auburn, NE Martha Shoemaker, Liberal Arts, Pheonix, City, AL Frank Wolff, History; Social Science, Blair, NE

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Danyelle Achenbach, Management; Marketing, Macedonia, IA Bryan Adams, Wildlife Ecology, Lincoln, NE Julianne Adinolfi, Accounting, North Wales, PA Skylar Albers, Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Mary Alcala, Psychology, Pawnee, City, NE Joshua Alonzo, Management, Riverside, CA Akpedje Amoussou, Management, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso Laura Andersen, Elementary Education, Plattsmouth, NE

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Millie Anderson, Management; Marketing, Elmwood, NE Tawny Anderson, Social Science, Lincoln, NE Guenevere Arthur, Biochemical Science, Hickman, NE Tyler Audsley, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Prescott Valley, AZ Jamie Aue, Accounting, Auburn, NE Adau Ayaj, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Irina Badger, Accounting, New Brighton, PA Jehan Balliet, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Tracy Barbur, Psychology, Geneva, NE Kelsee Barenklau, Special Education M/MD K-12, Papillion, NE Alan Barnes, Biology Education, Murdock, NE Austin Barth, Psychology, Hampton, NE Susan Bartman, Special Education M/MD K-12, Nebraska, City, NE Jacob Beck, Wildlife Ecology, Blair, NE Theodor Beckert, Middle Grades Education, North East, MD Nathan Bianchi, Special Education M/MD K-12, Hiawatha, KS Renita Blackwell, Criminal Justice/Law and Society, Papillion, NE Lisa Blecha, Elementary Education, Hickman, NE Julie Blunck, Accounting, South Ogden, UT Lesley Boan, Psychology, Rockwell, NC Brittney Bock, Elementary Education; Early, Childhood Education, Lincoln, NE Nathan Bohy, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Laveen, AZ Courtney Boos, Language Arts, Julian, NE Carlie Boswell, Psychology, La Vista, NE Chelsea Brandl, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Ethan Bray, Sport and Exercise Science, Lamar, MO Kimberley Brewer, Elementary Education, Lincoln, NE Jasmine Brill, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Keri Brogren, Accounting, Winside, NE Charles Brosemer, Jr., Accounting, Parma, OH Emily Brown, Elementary Education; Special Education M/MD K-12, Plattsmouth, NE James Brown, Psychology, Sanford, NC Kacey Brown, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Dillon Bruggeman, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Courtney Bryant, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Lincoln, NE Jay Bryant, Biochemical Science, Plattsmouth, NE Allie Buesing, Sport and Exercise Science, Cozad, NE Kourtney Burianek, Biological Science, Pleasant Dale, NE Briar Burr, Sports Management and Exercise Science, Wood River, NE Sarah Busche, Psychology, Papillion, NE Sara Buss, Management, Beatrice, NE Mattie Cahoy, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Nebraska, City, NE Dallas Cain, II, Management, Homer, NE Theodore Camastra, III, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lawrence, NJ June Campbell, Accounting, Grand Island, NE Kathryn Carlson, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Norfolk, NE Megan Carroll, Elementary Education, Crete, NE Joshua Cedeño, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Miami, FL Robert Chab Sport, Management, and Exercise Science Omaha, NE Taylor Christensen, Sport and Exercise Science, Phoenix, AZ LaVonna Cline, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Cody Closner, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Waverly, NE Nina Coburn, Management; Marketing Beatrice, NE Nancy Cohn, Accounting, Lincoln, NE

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Eric Collins, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Leawood, KS Desiree Como Marketing Milford, NE Gregory Conry, Elementary Education, Harlan, IA Leslie Cushman-Melville Marketing San Francisco, CA Taylor Dankleff, Early Childhood Education Unified, Unadilla, NE Kayla Davis, Early Childhood Education Unified, Fairbury, NE Janessa Davis, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Omaha, NE Jacob Dean, Biochemical Science, Auburn, NE Cora DeMike, Elementary Education, Weeping Water, NE Sarah Deutsch, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Aubrey DeZarn, Social Science, Las Vegas, NV Jaimie Digby, Psychology, Plattsmouth, NE Christopher Donahoo, Criminal Justice/Law and Society, Udell, IA Alexandria Donovan, Management, Geneva, NE Katie Doran, Fine Arts, Plattsmouth, NE Brenda Dougherty, Accounting, Lincoln, NE Tracie Dunavin, Management, Eagle, NE Devin Edds, Psychology, Farragut, IA Michelle Ellis, Fine Arts, Omaha, NE Darrick Emery, Management, Lincoln, NE Kathrynn Evans, Accounting, Independence, MO Brian Farley, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Omaha, NE Matheus Fernandes, Management, Orlando, FL Tanis Fichter, Accounting, Pacific Junction, IA Zayra Flores Acevedo, Music Marketing, Nebraska, City, NE Chelsea Ford, Special Education M/MD K-12, Lincoln, NE Hunter Franzen, Management, Superior, NE Kari Fritz, Accounting, Falls, City, NE Garrison Gamm, Marketing, Hebron, KY Dustin Gerdes, Computer / Management Information Systems, Auburn, NE Nicholas Girard, Biochemical Science, Peru, NE Kadyn Glass, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Redlands, CA Allison Glathar, Health and Physical Education, K-12 Dawson, NE William Gleason, Music Marketing, Lincoln, NE Nicholas Gollin, Wildlife Ecology, Firth, NE Camden Grasmick, Sport and Exercise Science, Gurley, NE Jarvis Green, Sport and Exercise Science, Lincoln, NE Heather Greer, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Independence, MO Laura Griffin, Psychology, Brooklyn, NY Carlina Grove, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Otoe, NE Brent Gyhra, Biochemical Science, Pawnee, City, NE Brian Hand, History Education, Lincoln, NE Heather Heble, Early Childhood Education Inclusive, Auburn, NE Elise Heng, Social Science, Education Nebraska, City, NE Lauren Heng, Management, Nebraska, City, NE Shana Herigon, Management, Mansfield, TX Jazmin Hernandez, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Lincoln, NE Shelbie Hess, Biochemical Science, Phoenix, AZ Kaylin Hobza, Wildlife Ecology, Omaha, NE Chondra Hope, Psychology, Avoca, IA Mallory Hull, Early Childhood Education Unified, Morse Bluff, NE Taneesha Hunter, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Talmage, NE Jared Hyland Health and Physical Education K-12 Omaha, NE Melissa Jasso Marketing San Diego, CA

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Peru State awards degrees to 426

Laura Johns Music K-12 Education Tecumseh, NE Megan Johnson, Management, Tecumseh, NE Shelby Johnson, English, Yutan, NE Dwight Jones, Elementary Education, Ravenna, NE Chelsea Jones, Educational Studies, Nebraska, City, NE Kellie Jones, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Red Oak, IA Jonah Jordening, Computer/ Management Information Systems Beatrice, NE Courtney Jurek, Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education, Omaha, NE Hailey Kaderabek, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Daykin, NE Morgan Keegan, Management, Omaha, NE Jacob Kelley, Sport and Exercise Science, Broken Arrow, OK Patrick King, Elementary Education, Glenwood, IA Alexis Kirby, Marketing, Auburn, NE Jared Kleine, Marketing, Beatrice, NE Kory Klover, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Hebron, NE Brandon Koch, Educational Studies, Lincoln, NE Jessica Kohout, Psychology, Clatonia, NE Christopher Kuhlmann, Management, Alva, FL Shaunah Kuhlmann, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration; Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Alva, FL Yevgeniy Kulev, Accounting, Federal Way, WA Recia Lahodny, Management, Steele City, NE Chloe Langford, Early Childhood Education Unified; Special Education M/MD K-12, Bellevue, NE Alexis LaPour, Biochemical Science, Lincoln, NE Madara Laure, Marketing, Riga, Latvia Trista Lefler, Psychology, Cedar Rapids, IA Brian Lemerond, Health and Physical Education K-12, Falls, City, NE Shannon Liewer, Biochemical Science, Imperial, NE Levi Likens, Health and Physical Education K-12, Nemaha, NE Sarah Ludlow, Special Education M/MD K-12, Bellevue, NE Charles Lutz, Management, Redlands, CA Brianna Madrid, Biochemical Science, Glendale, AZ Keenan Mancho, Psychology, Stockton, CA Jeremy Mason, Psychology, Ennis, TX Megan Massey, Accounting, Robinson, KS Amanda May, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Kyle McAndrews, Biological Science; Wildlife Ecology, Omaha, NE Brian McDonough, Marketing, Lincoln, NE Sean McGary, Management, Omaha, NE Kelsey McGill, Community Music and Private Studio, Waverly, NE Mariah Mellage, Biochemical Science, Auburn, NE Theresa Messman, Sport and Exercise Science, Arnold, MO Paige Meyer, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Beatrice, NE Linda Miller, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Nikhil Mirdha, Biochemical Science, Peru, NE Alison Moeller, Special Education M/MD K-12, Geneva, NE Joni Monroe, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, VanBuren, AR Kyle Monte De Ramos, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Papillion, NE Kristin Morehead, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Falls, City, NE Kelly Morris, Elementary Education; History Education, Fairfax, MO Eric Morrison-Smith, Management, San Diego, CA Amber Musil, Sport and Exercise Science, Lincoln, NE Lindsey Nelson, Elementary Education, Granite Bay, CA Makala Nerz, Early Childhood Education Unified, Omaha, NE Sarah Newell, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling; Psychology, Omaha, NE

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Peru State awards degrees to 426

Crystal Nombrano, Psychology, Abilene, TX Holly Norris, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Bailey Nutter, Sport and Exercise Science, Panama, NE Kate Nutzman, Elementary Education, Nehawka, NE Darla Orender, Early Childhood Education Unified, Schuyler, NE Trenton Ostransky, Elementary Education, Fullerton, NE Coty Otten, Computer/Management Information Systems, Norfolk, NE Martin Owen, Computer/Management Information Systems, North Platte, NE Logan Paben, Middle Grades Education, Columbus, NE Raymond Partee, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Norfolk, NE Skyler Petersen, Music Marketing, York, NE Stephanie Petersen, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Stanton, NE Kirsten Peterson, Wildlife Ecology, Lincoln, NE Tracy Phillips, Management, Seward, NE Brett Pierce, Health and Physical Education K-12, St. Joseph, MO Seth Pinnow, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Lincoln, NE Cody Piotrowski, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Mihawaka, IN Melissa Pollard, Art Education; Fine Arts, Houston, TX Stephanie Polson, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration; Psychology, Beatrice, NE Amanda Powell, Elementary Education, Dawson, NE Jennifer Powers, Management, Dallas, GA Cristal Quin᷉ onez, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Anthony, NM Monica Rains, Early Childhood Education Unified, Great Falls, MT Whitni Redman, Biochemical Science, Holyoke, CO Delaney Rees, Early Childhood Education Unified, Liberty, NE Michael Reilly, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Lilian Rewerts, Accounting, History Leavenworth, KS Aaron Rice, Music K-12 Education, Genoa, NE Derreon Richardson, Sport and Exercise Science, St. Louis, MO Ema Rickman, English, Nebraska, City, NE Jonathan Robertson, Accounting, Tarkio, MO Alyssa Rodriguez, Psychology, El, Centro, CA Heidi Rose, Marketing, Kearney, NE Jeremy Rudder, Music Performance, Peru, NE Jerry Saab, Jr., Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Felicia Schlicker, Psychology, Lincoln, NE Michaela Schroeder, Early Childhood Education Unified, Fairbury, NE Andrew Schutte, Psychology, Auburn, NE Brian Sealock, Accounting, Underwood, IA Clara Shaw, Psychology, Gering, NE Jiekun ( Jack) Shi, Accounting, Computer/ Management, Information Systems Lincoln, NE Sheldon Shires History Education Peru, NE Roxanne Shires, English, Peru, NE Dean Shissler, Social Science, Nebraska, City, NE Jordan Silva, Sport and Exercise Science, Lynnwood, WA Katlynn Simonton, Natural Science Education Omaha, NE Brian Simpson, Accounting, Beatrice, NE Judy Simpson, Computer/ Management Information Systems Murray, NE Susan Sisco, Fine Arts, Burchard, NE JoAnn Sisley, Computer/ Management Information Systems Omaha, NE Leslie Skirvin, Psychology, New Albany, IN Keith Smith, Social Science Education,,,, Bellevue, NE Michael Smith, II, Psychology, Kansas, City, MO Sarah Smith, Marketing, Wetmore, KS

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Peru State awards degrees to 426

Lacie Snyder, Psychology, Syracuse, NE Janet Sobczyk, Special Education M/MD K-12, Omaha, NE Isaiah Spears, Psychology, Joliet, IL Brett Sporleder, Management, Bridgewater, IA Shannon Stafford, Psychology, Allen, TX Alfredo Stout, Psychology, Alice, TX Karlee Stuart, Mathematics Education, Las Animas, CO Christie Stubbert, Accounting, Columbus, NE Kaitlin Suchting, Early Childhood Education Unified, Red Oak, IA Jordon Sukup, Elementary Education, Sidney, NE Brandon Sweet, Elementary Education, Clarinda, IA April Taggs, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Harlan, IA Stacy Taylor, Computer/ Management, Information Systems, Stanton, IA Andrew Tucker, Psychology, Phoenix, AZ Jaymi Victor, Graphic Design, Nebraska, City, NE Lisa Vigdal, Accounting, West Plains, MO Darlene Villalta, Criminal Justice/Justice Administration, Greenbelt, MD Amanda Volksen, Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education Omaha, NE Robert Wagar, Psychology, Beatrice, NE Carie Walles, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE Tai'Ler Warren, Sport and Exercise Science, Omaha, NE Nichole Waterman, Psychology, Atlantic, IA Chasidy Wederquist, Special Education M/MD K-12, Glenwood, IA Rachael West, Sport and Exercise Science, El Dorado, KS Nita Whitney, Fine Arts; Graphic Design Auburn, NE Christian Wiebold, Accounting, Shenandoah, IA Nakaisha Wiegert, Biochemical Science, Wausa, NE Jordan Williams, Community Music and Private Studio, Longwood, FL Kerri Wilson, Elementary Education, Auburn, NE Alison Winkelbauer, Early Childhood Education Unified, Lincoln, NE Brenda Wray, Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling, Lincoln, NE Timothy Wright, Computer/ Management Information Systems, Auburn, NE Caitlin Wuebbels, Sport and Exercise Science, Murrieta, CA Taylor Zillig, Health and Physical Education K-12, Lincoln, NE Zachary Zobel, Computer/Management Information Systems; Management, Ashland, NE

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE Miste Adamson, Management, Lincoln, NE Natasha Amys, Management, Omaha, NE Debra Baker, Management, Arlington, TX Chad Battershaw, Management, Dallas, TX Hannah Bell, Management, Beatrice, NE Rylie Bowser, Management, Holton, KS Troy, Chatham, Management, Omaha, NE Tyler, Cherin, Management, Seattle, WA Tina Darrow, Management, Streator, IL Waylon DeLong, Management, Milford, NE Michael Dorzweiler, Management, Omaha, NE Michael Dougherty, Management, Falls, City, NE Rachel Duckett, Management, Lincoln, NE Robert Fouts, Management, Missouri Valley, IA Barbara Frank, Management, Lincoln, NE Kimberly Garcia, Management, Palacios, TX

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Peru State awards degrees to 426

Timothy Gevedon, Management, Dayton, OH Jamie Gustafson, Management, Polk, NE Kyle Henry, Management, Omaha, NE Jason Holman, Management, Nebraska, City, NE Jennifer Johnson, Management, Lincoln, NE Jeremiah Keenan, Management, Easton, MD Stephanie Koester, Management, Coralville, IA Emma Lundeen, Management, Harrisonburg, VA Michael Matya, Management, Papillion, NE Mark McKelvy, Management, Omaha, NE Jessica Merrill, Management, Murray, NE Alisha Meyer, Management, Beatrice, NE Amber Moody, Management, Odell, NE Nathaniel Moore, Management, Friend, NE Elizabeth Nielsen, Management, North Platte, NE Alexis Ohrstrom, Management, Meridian, ID Janet Olson, Management, Hiawatha, KS Mark Orth, Management, Papillion, NE Jeremiah Penn, Management, Columbus, NE Justin Preister, Management, Cornlea, NE Kevin Rhinehart, Management, Lincoln, NE Timothy Riley, Management, Omaha, NE Cassandra Schmit, Management, Helena, MT Matthew Shaw, Management, York, NE Stephanie Sherwin, Management, Syracuse, NE Corday Sims, Management, Chicago, IL Alysann Soifua, Management, West Point, UT Jason Sparks, Management, Front Royal, VA Elizabeth Stevens, Management, Washington, DC Seth Vance, Management, Manhattan, KS Kelsey Weber, Management, Lincoln, NE

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For more information, visit www.peru.edu or, Call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State, College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest, College and will, Celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State, College’s, Constant, Commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the, College's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State, College is, Committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Kunkel named Dean of the School of Education

Kunkel named Dean of the School of Education MAY 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Dr. Ellie Kunkel has been named the Dean of the School of Education at Peru State College. Kunkel began working at Peru State College in 2003. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College said, “Dr. Kunkel has demonstrated excellence in the classroom and as Interim Dean. She has a tradition of focusing on student success and a vision for building and even stronger education program. This past year, as Interim Dean, she led the School’s exceptional accreditation review by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.” “We are very pleased to appoint Dr. Kunkel as Dean of the School of Education at Peru State College.” “I am honored to have the opportunity to serve Peru State College and the School of Education in this capacity. The quality of teacher preparation at Peru State is excellent. I am privileged to have the opportunity to work alongside faculty and staff to prepare our students for successful careers serving others,” said Kunkel. Most recently, Dr. Kunkel served as the Interim Dean of the School of Education after returning from a hiatus where she was the Interim Coordinator of Teacher Education at Fortune School of Education in Sacramento, California. Kunkel’s career includes over 35 years in education including fifteen years teaching physical education in Missouri high schools and more than ten years of teaching at the collegiate level. Kunkel has also worked in college administration with service to the University of Central Missouri as the Director of NCAA Compliance and as Interim Director of Athletics at Peru State College. She earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Central Missouri before earning an Education Specialist degree at Middle Tennessee State University and her doctorate from Tennessee State University.

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Bartlett quarter-finalist for Music Educator GRAMMY Award

Bartlett quarter-finalist for Music Educator GRAMMY Award MAY 12, 2016 Dr. Jacob Bartlett

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Dr. Jacob Bartlett, assistant professor of music at Peru State College, is a quarter-finalist for the Music Educator GRAMMY Award presented by GRAMMY in the Schools, The Recording Academy and the GRAMMY Foundation. Bartlett is one of only three quarter-finalists in Nebraska. GRAMMY in the Schools released an announcement explaining the process so far, “A total of 290 music teachers from 264 cities across 41 states have been announced as quarter-finalists for the Music Educator Award presented by The Recording Academy and the GRAMMY Foundation. In total, more than 3,300 initial nominations were submitted from all 50 states.” Dr. Jacob Bartlett writes, “It is an absolute honor and privilege to share the love and gift of music with our campus community on a daily basis. It's never about the trophy, but knowing I've been able to touch at least one person's life in a positive way through music education is the greatest award I could ever receive.” The move from 3,300 nominations to 291 quarter-finalists is a 91% reduction. A list of 15 semifinalists will be announced in September 2016 followed later by a list of ten finalists. One winner will be chosen to attend the 59th annual GRAMMY Awards ceremony a range of GRAMMY Foundation events. The GRAMMY Foundation was established in 1988 to cultivate the understanding, appreciation and advancement of the contribution of recorded music to American culture — from the artistic and technical legends of the past to the still unimagined musical breakthroughs of future generations of music professionals. The Foundation accomplishes this mission through programs like GRAMMY in the Schools. The Foundation works in partnership year-round with the Recording Academy to bring national attention to important issues such as the value and impact of music and arts education and the urgency of preserving our rich cultural heritage. For more information about the organizations involved, the award process and potential prizes, please visit www.grammyintheschools.com. ###

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Bartlett quarter-finalist for Music Educator GRAMMY Award

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Higher Learning Commission gives Peru State bill of good health.

Higher Learning Commission gives Peru State bill of good health. MAY 13, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) released the results of Peru State College’s “Open Pathway Mid-Cycle Assurance Review.” The HLC performed the review in the fourth year of Peru State’s ten-year accreditation cycle. All criteria for the review were met. No follow-up or action was necessary by Peru State or the HLC, which is the best possible result. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “This is an important step in ensuring the continued academic and fiscal health of the institution. Not only does it tell us that we’re on track to maintain our more than hundred years of accreditation, but that accreditation is the hallmark of an institution that puts students and the needs of students first.” Founded in 1867, Peru State has been continuously accredited since 1915, first as a teacher training institution, subsequently as a bachelor's level college and currently as a bachelor's and master's degree granting institution. The HLC report says, “The College's last ‘Reaffirmation of Accreditation’ was in 2011-2012 (all criteria were rated as met), with their next ‘Comprehensive Evaluation’ scheduled for 2021-2022.”

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Teacher Preparation at Peru State College receives congratulations, national accreditation

Teacher Preparation at Peru State College receives congratulations, national accreditation MAY 19, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College recently received accreditation for seven years under the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards. NCATE’s performance-based accreditation system for teacher preparation ensures that teacher candidates are prepared to make a difference in P-12 student learning. The NCATE Accreditation Action Report found that all standards were met. The result of “met” is the best result possible in the accreditation review. The Accreditation Action Report also listed no areas in need of improvement. Dr. Ellie Kunkel, dean of the School of Education, “Fulfilling requirements for accreditation is a culture versus an ‘event.’ Successfully meeting all standards to nurture exemplary educators is the shared vision of the School of Education.” “Under the guidance of SOE faculty; staff; former dean, Dr. Nissa Ingraham; and former dean, Dr. Jodi Kupper, who acted as co-chair through the visit, the Institutional Report was prepared in a manner that accurately communicated how we prepare teacher candidates.” Standards were met for both Initial Teacher Preparation and for Advanced (Teacher) Preparation. Standards met in the Accreditation Action Report include 1) candidate knowledge, skills and professional disposition; 2) assessment system and unit evaluation; 3) field experience and clinical practice; 4) diversity; 5) faculty qualifications, performance and development; and 6) unit governance and resources. Providers accredited under NCATE standards, as well as those accredited under the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC) Quality Principles, are now served by the single specialized accreditation system for educator preparation in the United States, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). More than 900 educator preparation providers participate in the CAEP accreditation system. The good results followed an on-campus visit in the fall of 2015. The next NCATE onsite visit will be in 2022.

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The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation ( www.CAEPnet.org ) advances excellence in educator preparation through evidence-based accreditation that assures quality and supports continuous improvement to strengthen P-12 student learning. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Teacher Preparation at Peru State College receives congratulations, national accreditation

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State College announces Spring 2016 Dean’s List

Peru State College announces Spring 2016 Dean’s List JUN 1, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College today released the names of students who earned a place on the Dean’s List for the Spring 2016 semester. To make the Dean’s List students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for the semester, have completed at least 12 college credit hours during the past semester and have no incomplete grades for the semester. Danyelle Achenbach - Macedonia IA Kendra Alberts - Auburn NE Mary Alcala - Pawnee City NE Kylie Allgood - Nebraska City NE Carlene Amaro - Bartlett IL Akpedje Amoussou - Ouagadougou Keri Andersen - Adams NE Sheri Andersen - Talmage NE Millie Anderson - Elmwood NE Jacob Anthens - Nebraska City NE Amanda Antholz - Humboldt NE Melisa Aragon - Beatrice NE Alvaro Arias - Ballico CA Sydney Armbruster - Falls City NE Jamie Ascherl - Stapleton NE Samuel Ascherl - Tryon NE Ebenezer Ashong - Accra Colton Audsley - Prescott Valley AZ Paul Bachman - Adams NE Alessandro Badalamenti - Philadelphia PA Robert Baker - Omaha NE Hannah Baldacci - Overland Park KS Jehan Balliet - Lincoln NE Beth Ballue - Filley NE Brianna Barker - Filley NE Justin Barnes - Tallahassee FL Austin Barth - Hampton NE Chance Baumann - Beatrice NE Jacquelyn Beaugard - Omaha NE Jacob Beck - Blair NE Trisha Behrens - Omaha NE Shae Belt - Rex GA Haley Benedict - Springfield NE Kaitlin Benefiel - Hamburg IA Bruce Benne - Albion NE

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Mariah Bigelow - Milligan NE Mackenzie Bishop - Nebraska City NE Vincent Blomstedt - Palisade NE Julie Blunck - South Ogden UT Kirsten Blundell - York NE Courtney Boos - Julian NE Kiana Borengasser - Waianae HI Daniel Boshart - Wood River NE Hailey Bouwens - Lincoln NE Brooke Bowen - Bellevue NE Elizabeth Bowman - West Point NE Aaron Bradley - Omaha NE Chelsie Bradshaw - Fresno CA Russell Breazeale - Omaha NE John Bresler - Manhattan KS Jasmine Brill - Lincoln NE Keri Brogren - Winside NE Brandon Brown - Syracuse NE Shari Brown - Sedalia MO Wendi Buggi - Tecumseh NE Michael Bullard - Nassau Phillips Buskirk - Grand Juction CO Lindsey Buskirk - Grand Junction CO Sara Buss - Beatrice NE Dwight Butler - Nassau Tyler Calegan - Lincoln NE Ismael Calvillo - Tucson AZ Dayana Camacho - Schuyler NE Samantha Carlson - Cozad NE Travis Carnahan - Ceresco NE Marcus Carroll - Weston NE Uriah Carroll - Weston NE Caitlin Cassell - Bellevue NE Joshua Cedeno - Moscow TN Sara Chaloupka - Grand Island NE Elizabeth Chamberlin - Mesilla NM Holly Chandler - Hiawatha KS Megan Chapin - Auburn NE Ryan Christensen - Omaha NE Dana Christensen - Peru NE Elizabeth Christon - Cadyville NY Hannah Chubbuck - Raymond NE Lauren Clark - Omaha NE Joshua Clary - Sabetha KS Kristen Clausen - Gillette WY Alex Coffman - Dunning NE Rachael Cole - Wymore NE Eric Collins - Leawood KS Desiree Como - Milford NE Luis Henrique Constantino - Varzea Grande MT Amber Cook - Rock Port MO Hannah Cook - Ponca NE Tammy Coons - Oneill NE Philip Corey - North Platte NE

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Carley Cortez - Cook NE Machaela Cowan - Omaha NE Cynthia Creek - Wymore NE Linda Creevan - Blue Springs NE Leslie Ann Cushman-Melville - San Francisco CA Cheyenne Dalrymple - Stockton CA Joseph Dalton - Lincoln NE Jonathon Dambrauskas - Peru NE Evan Davies - Omaha NE Hailey Davis - Lincoln NE Janessa Davis - Omaha NE Jacob Dean - Auburn NE Aubrey DeBraal - Henderson NE Taylor DeVorss - Nebraska City NE Amanda Dia - Nebraska City NE Kendra Dickman - Papillion NE Prudence Dingani - Birmingham AL Heather DiPaolo - Bellevue NE Brenda Dougherty - Lincoln NE Conor Dubois - Hendersonville TN Rachel Duckett - Lincoln NE Charles Dunn - Falls City NE Theresa Durst - Greenwood NE Rachel Dutcher - Manchester Center VT Nolan Dvorak - Plattsmouth NE Mariah Earhart - Nebraska City NE Joseph Eberly - Sidney IA Devin Edds - Farragut IA Jason Eisenmann - Gretna NE Courtney Elle - Nebraska City NE Tonia Elmore - Spokane WA David Emile - peru NE Mackenzie Faris - Tecumseh NE Brian Farley - Omaha NE Evan Feighner - Falls City NE Bethaney Fine - Ogallala NE Darius Finley - Roanoke AL Tanner Fischer - Hartington NE Brandon Fletcher - Maxwell NE Zayra Flores Acevedo - Nebraska City NE Marissa Florian - Wilber NE Quinton Flynn - Lincoln NE Erin Formanek - Wilber NE Sara Forsgren - Fairbury NE Robert Fouts - Missouri Valley IA Alexis Foyt - Nebraska City NE Hunter Franzen - Superior NE Zoe Frink - Henderson IA Brent Frizzell - Omaha NE Brian Frosh-Bell - Imperial NE Garrison Gamm - Hebron KY Shawn Gaskill - Omaha NE Melissa Gdowski - O'Neill NE Alecia Gerdes - Johnson NE

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Timothy Gevedon - Dayton OH Brandon Gibson - Falls City NE Robert Gilbert - Omaha NE Kaylee Gill - Allen NE Matthew Gilsdorf - Falls City NE Nicholas Girard - Peru NE Joshua Girard - Peru NE Darrin Goracke - Staplehurst NE Camden Grasmick - Gurley NE Jarvis Green - Lincoln NE Heather Greer - Independence MO Alyssa Grell - Omaha NE Carlina Grove - Otoe NE Reanna Grove - peru NE Jenna Gruber - Lincoln NE Brent Gyhra - Nebraska City NE Jared Haag - Hickman NE Steven Halbersma - Lincoln NE Danielle Hall - Lincoln NE Emily Hamblin - Omaha NE Mitchell Harling - Falls City NE Lindsay Harlow - Dawson NE Garrett Harring - Salem NE Emily Hausmann - Columbus NE Holly Hawley - Brock NE Kelsey Hayes - Falls City NE Sarah Heft - Mason City IA Abbigail Hegge - Wausa NE Alec Hendrickson - Hamburg IA Alaina Henzel - Lincoln NE Kayla Henzel - Lincoln NE Shana Herigon - Mansfield TX Jazmin Hernandez - Lincoln NE Taylor Herzog - Lincoln NE Molly Hillman - Dunbar NE Samantha Hinrichs - Ankeny IA Patrick Hintz - Battle Creek NE Kelsie Hinz - Beatrice NE Lucas Hinzman - Lincoln NE Daniel Hoehn - Hickman NE Luke Hoesing - Fremont NE Amber Hof - Red Cloud NE Alexous Hof - Red Cloud NE Nicholas Hohensee - Sutton NE Laura Holker - Omaha NE Monica Holloway - Abilene TX Halle Holloway - Norfolk NE Christina Homolka - Wilber NE Chondra Hope - Avoca IA Yasin Huber - Murten FR Haevyn Hug - Auburn NE Leigh-Anne Hughes - Beatrice NE Lauren Hull - Bellevue NE Makenzi Humphrey - Ogallala NE

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Samantha Jackson - Kearney NE Nadja Janjevic - Podgorica Jessica Jankovits - Culbertson NE Melissa Jasso - San Diego CA James Jenkins - Charlotte NC Hayden Johansen - Utica NE Jordan Johnson - Omaha NE Chloe Johnson - Sidney NE Jena Johnson - Owatonn MN Shelby Johnson - Yutan NE Chelsea Jones - Nebraska City NE Crystal Jones - Beatrice NE Derek Julian - Sterling NE Jessica Kadavy - Lincoln NE Hailey Kaderabek - Daykin NE Michelle Kaiser - Nebraska City NE April Kander - Stanton NE Stephanie Kantor - Saint Augustine FL Kara Kappas - Plattsmouth NE Antonia Kean - Salem NE Morgan Keegan - Omaha NE Alexandra Kenney - Milford NE Abigail Ketcham - Ogallala NE Sabrina Kidd - Auburn NE Callie Kiehn - Lincoln NE Benjamin Kill - Magnolia IA Sloane Killion - Sidney IA Rian Kirby - Gretna NE Tanya Kniffen - San Antonio TX Lindsey Kohout - Nebraska City NE Maddie Kohrs - Nebraska City NE Ryan Kolman - Beatrice NE Lucas Kozisek - O'Neill NE Kinsey Kozisek - David City NE Colton Krewson - Sidney IA Spencer Krone - Beatrice NE Hillary Kuhlman - Laurel NE Tyler Kvasnicka - Lincoln NE Catherine Lammers - Shenandoah IA Carmen Lawson - Beatrice NE Emily LeCleir - Omaha NE Amanda Lee - Winder GA Shannon Liewer - Imperial NE Regan Lind - Nebraska City NE Audrey Little - Fairbury NE Naier Liu - Auburn NE Melanie Lucas - Rock Port MO Amanda Ludwigs - Clarinda IA Jordyn Lukasiewicz - Farwell NE Sofia Lunbery-Fox - Lincoln NE Katelin Lunsford - Falls City NE Zachary Lutz - Cedar Creek NE Justin Mahon - Omaha NE Brittany Margrave - Omaha NE

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Kylie Markey - Omaha NE Cathleen Marsh - Bellevue NE Michael Matya - Papillion NE Deondrae Mayo - Ocala FL Mason McCann - omaha NE Liam McClarnon - West Point NE Bailey McCormick - Shenandoah IA Dawn McElhenie - Weeping Water NE Dolores McGargill - Auburn NE Mark McKee - Bakersfield CA Amy Medley - North Platte NE Felecia Meybrunn - Oketo KS Alisha Meyer - Beatrice NE Paige Meyer - Beatrice NE Ileta Miller - Nebraska City NE Robert Mills - Red Oak IA Cragin Missak - Bellevue NE Kenzie Mohlman - Auburn NE Benjamin Monroe - Sidney IA Kyle Monte De Ramos - Papillion NE Astrid Moore - Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia Savannah Moore - Idaho Falls ID Janell Moreau - Lyman SC Mark Mosiman - Falls City NE Genifer Moss - Bishop CA Jared Mueller - Auburn NE Daniel Muniz - Miami FL Kendra Myers - Malvern IA Jacob Myers - Elm Creek NE Anna Naber - York NE Steeve Ndjila Ndohnwou - Douala Treyten Nelson - Lincoln NE Tristen Nelson - Lincoln NE Caleb Nelson - Auburn NE Miranda Nelson - Omaha NE Benjamin Nelson - Audubon IA Emily Nelson - Adams NE Sarah Newell - Omaha NE McKenna Newman - Peru NE Colin Niemeyer - Falls City NE Wade Noll - Falls City NE Thomas Norvell - Geneva NE Gunnar Orcutt - Omaha NE William Orrender - Van Buren AR Nicole Osborn - Omaha NE Jennifer Ostrowski - Kankakee IL Coty Otten - Norfolk NE Rebecca Otten - Norfolk NE Brenna Parry - Schuyler NE Rochelle Partosan - Alma AR Kendra Patania - Omaha NE Jonathan Paulson - Sterling NE Alana Payton - El Paso IL Morgan Peabody - Morrill KS

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Ashley Peiman - Lincoln NE Nathan Peoples - Deshler NE Traver Pettijohn - Scottsbluff NE Jaclyn Pfleuger - Henrietta NY Tracy Phillips - Seward NE Danielle Pleiss - Omaha NE Michaela Pooch - Tecumseh NE Marisa Pribnow - Lincoln NE Vanessa Pruitt - Hastings NE Trae Ramer - Sutton NE Daisy Ramirez - Tecumseh NE Trenton Rannells - Glenwood IA Corrie Rathbone - Lincoln NE Whitni Redman - Holyoke CO Talaina Reed - Rock Port MO Caden Reimers - Omaha NE Dylan Reinhardt - Lincoln NE Sierra Renner - Lincoln NE Lilian Rewerts - Leavenworth KS Nicole Reznicek - Omaha NE Chelsea Reznicek - Omaha NE MaKayla Riesberg - LaVista NE Pamela Riffle - Papillion NE Scott Riley - Auburn NE Morgan Ritchie - Lincoln NE Courtney Robbins - Johnson NE David Robbins - Abington PA Amanda Roberts - Dietikon ZH Alaya Roberts - Converse TX Lauren Robertson - Omaha NE Maggie Robertson - Lincoln NE Jonathan Robertson - Tarkio MO Elizabeth Robine - Omaha NE Andrew Robinson - Imperial Beach CA Alison Roggenkamp - Sabetha KS Andrea Roggenkamp - Sabetha KS Heidi Rose - Kearney NE Amelia Roth - Crete NE Brooke Rudebusch - Moorpark CA Stephanie Rumbaugh - Lincoln NE Chloe Russell - Omaha NE Roman Sanchez Ramirez - Nebraska City NE Tiffany Sand - Dorchester NE Andrea Sanders - Saint Joseph MO Jessamy Schachtschabel - Lincoln NE Makayla Schippert - Hickman NE Alyson Schlange - Auburn NE Sophie Schmucker - Waverly NE Allyson Scholl - Falls City NE Christa Scott - Geneva NE Crystal Scrivens - Falls City NE Thomas Settje - Lincoln NE Cassandra Severs - Auburn NE Andrew Shackelford - Parrish FL

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Diane Shaff - Essex IA Morgan Shaffer - Nebraska City NE Kira Shapiro - Omaha NE Rena Shiflett - Rapid City SD TenaMaria Shockey-Ledesma - Council Bluffs IA Michael Shonka - Papillion NE Mallory Siebold - Peru NE Jacob Sievers - Lincoln NE Jordan Silva - Lynnwood WA Denise Sinclair - Omaha NE Rebecca Smallfoot - Auburn NE Aaron Smith - Houma LA Andrew Smith - Auburn NE Michael Smith - Kansas City MO Jayme Smith - Blair NE Neiman Sneed - PERU NE Kimberly Snyder - Syracuse NE Rachel Soden - Topeka KS Matthew Sontag - Fort Lauderdale FL Carolyn Soukup - Lincoln NE Lindsay Stephens - Gretna NE Ali Stohs - Hanover KS Laura Stolle - Lincoln NE Micah Summerlin - Lincoln NE April Taggs - Harlan IA Breanna Tarvin - Victorville CA Kaitlyn Tennant - Thornton CO Lisa Testa - Sandy Springs GA Amie Thompson - Jeffersonville IN Seranna Thummel - Otoe NE Steven Tiedeman - Weston NE Sara Trojan - Milford NE Leah Tubbesing - Tecumseh NE Chelsea Turek - York NE Dalsis Tysor - Riverton IA Tatiana Uilecan - Southampton NY Katrina Umland - Jansen NE Dee Unruh - Auburn NE Robert Van Heufeln - Grand Island NE Seth Vance - Manhattan KS Bethany Vandiver - Auburn NE Sydney VanScyoc - Elliott IA Rachel Vaughn - Auburn NE Alberto Vazquez - Montclair CA Quentin Victor - Nebraska City NE Hope Webster - Nebraska City NE Jessica Weickert - Beatrice NE Shawn Weise - DeWitt NE Alyssa Welna - Omaha NE Emily Wenstrand - Nebraska City NE Megan Wenzl - Elk Creek NE Rebecca Wessling - Omaha NE Chelsea Westerfield - Johnson NE Audra Wetrosky - Nebraska City NE

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Emily Whipple - Lincoln NE Corey Wickersham - Springfield IL Nicole Wilken - Pawnee City NE Rebecca Williams - Sterling NE Cassandra Winnicki - Omaha NE Nyla Witzel - Brainard NE Marissa Wusk - Adams NE Hannah Wynn - Auburn NE Kelsey Young - Goodfield IL Tracey Younker - Plattsmouth NE Zachary Zobel - Ashland NE Brooke Zoubek - Dorchester NE Ryan Zuhlke - Sterling NE

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Peru State names RHOP Recipients

Peru State names RHOP Recipients JUN 1, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College is pleased to announce six students that have been accepted into the Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP). Only a select number of seats are available in each program. Peru State students accepted into RHOP have provisional admission to the University of Nebraska Medical Center and will receive a full tuition waiver from Peru State during their undergraduate years. Each provisionally admitted student will be appointed a faculty mentor from Peru State and a faculty mentor from their respective UNMC allied health program of study. Mentors will advise the students on academic and career development. Peru State now has early admissions programs with four UNMC colleges, including RHOP agreements with UNMC’s Colleges of Nursing, Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions, and the Public Health Early Admissions Student Track (PHEAST) agreement with the College of Public Health. The RHOP program began in 1990 to encourage rural residents to pursue careers in health care and practice in smaller communities throughout Nebraska. Chadron State College and Wayne State College also participate with UNMC in RHOP.

Madison Buckminster of Falls City, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Nursing Program. Buckminster is the daughter of Blake and Valerie Buckminster. Her application highlighted her many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing at Falls City Community Medical Center.

Malinda Foster of Sutherland, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Nursing Program. Foster is the daughter of Stacy and Teresa Foster. Her application highlighted her many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing an emergency room RN; a dentist; a laboratory technician; and a radiologist. Hannah Jasa of Sterling, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Radiography Program. Jasa is the daughter of James and Jodi Jasa. Her application highlighted her many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing at Williamsburg Family Physicians in Lincoln and at Johnson County Hospital in Tecumseh.

Nathan Liberty of Tecumseh, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Pharmacy Program. Liberty is the son of Greg and Brooke Liberty. His application highlighted many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing and working as pharmacy technician at Hasselbalch Pharmacy.

Julia Schultheiss of Pawnee City, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Physical Therapy Program. Schultheiss is the daughter of James and Katja Schultheiss. Her application highlighted her many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing at the Pawnee City Hospital Physical Therapy Department. Josh Traynor of Western, Nebraska has been accepted into the RHOP Pharmacy Program. Traynor is the grandson of Duane and Kathy Dlouhy. His application highlighted many academic and extracurricular activities including job shadowing at Fairbury Health Clinic Pharmacy and Walmart Pharmacy.

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The RHOP program recruits students from rural communities who plan to return to rural areas to practice as nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, physician’s assistants and radiologists. These students receive RHOP scholarships at Peru State and graduates of the program are awarded early admittance to their specific program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Humanities Nebraska Speakers featured at Peru State’s Trails and Tales

Humanities Nebraska Speakers featured at Peru State’s Trails and Tales JUN 9, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host two Humanities Nebraska Speakers during Trails and Tales. Nancy Gillis will speak on “The Legacy of Neihardt and Black Elk” on Monday, July 20 at the Neihardt Center in Bancroft, NE at 4:15 p.m. Bob Ripley will speak on “The Making of a Monument” on Saturday, July 25 at the State Capitol in Lincoln, NE at 11 a.m. “The Legacy of Neihardt and Black Elk” presentation explores the remarkable legacy of a unique personal spiritual friendship begun in 1931 between the Lakota holy man Black Elk and poet John G. Neihardt. It includes brief biographies of each man, their meetings and their impact on adding to the knowledge of Lakota culture, Native American philosophies and the possibilities of cross-cultural recognition and respect. Gillis was the Director of the Neihardt Center prior to her retirement. “The Making of a Monument” presentation is an exploration of the history, art, and architecture of the Nebraska State Capitol, “a jewel among historical monuments,” this program explores the complex history of the Capitol; the symbolism of its sculptures and mosaics; the philosophical integration of elements; and the buildings’ place in twentieth century architectural design. The presentation helps audiences better understand and appreciate the powerful message embodied in this prairie monument. Mr. Ripley is the current administrator for the Capitol Environs Commission. The programs are sponsored by the Humanities Nebraska and Peru State College through the HN Speakers Bureau. Speakers Bureau connects Nebraskans with over 165 authors, historians, scholars, musicians, and storytellers who give performances and speak on topics as diverse as the immigrant experience, Great Plains history, world folk music, Nebraska literature, international law, and Native American culture. The Humanities Nebraska Speakers Bureau is the largest of its kind in the United States. All presentations last for approximately thirty minutes to an hour and include time for questions from the audience. Programs are available for any non-profit or educational organization in the state and can be tailored based on the age and size of the audience. More information about how to book speakers through the Humanities Nebraska Speakers Bureau can be found online at www.humanitiesnebraska.org. ###

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Four new minors approved at Peru State College

Four new minors approved at Peru State College JUN 13, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2016, 3:30 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- On Friday, June 10, the Nebraska State College System approved four new minors for students attending Peru State College. The four minors are Drug and Alcohol Counseling; Organizational Leadership and Global Issues; Organizational Leadership and Management; and Theater. Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Tim Borchers, said, “These new minors will provide opportunities for students to broaden their education and prepare them for a variety of professional experiences.” The minor in Drug and Alcohol Counseling includes a set of seven existing social work courses housed within the School of Professional Studies as a minor in the Psychology area and Criminal Justice Counseling area. Peru State College is one of only three educational institutions with a pre-approved licensed drug-and-alcohol-counseling curriculum as authorized by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in 2014. Faculty spent a considerable amount of time and effort in applying for and receiving authorization, thus providing students an immediate opportunity upon graduation to apply for the PLDAC licensure. The minor in Organizational Leadership and Global Issues will be housed within the School of Professional Studies as a minor in the Business Administration degree program. Peru State faculty proposed the addition by citing the importance of students having an understanding of global issues and leadership. In 2012 PSC specifically revised the general education requirements to create a higher level of understanding of Global Issues among students, faculty, staff and the campus community. Due to the global aspect of business and leadership in a variety of organizations, many which operate from Southeast Nebraska, it was decided to create an interdisciplinary minor in Leadership and Global Issues among the Professional Studies, Arts and Sciences and Education Schools at PSC. There is consistent demand from both on-campus and online students for minors that provide students from all disciplines academic understanding of leadership and global issues. The minor in Organizational Leadership and Management will be housed within the School of Professional Studies as a minor in the Business Administration degree program. The Business Administration faculty and campus community realize the need for well- trained students who understand key leadership and management issues facing organizations in Southeast Nebraska, regionally and nationally. There is a call from private and public enterprises for employees with and understanding and training in leadership and management issues facing organizations. Students routinely have requested a minor or major in leadership, and this is satisfies their request for a minor. The theatre proposal takes courses that are regularly offered in Speech and English to create a Theatre Minor. This proposal gives students the opportunity to gain the skills needed to participate actively in Theatre in the twenty-first century, including performance, design and technical aspects of the current theatrical landscape. In addition, adding the minor will help to strengthen our growing theater activity on campus, which greatly enhances the culture of Southeast Nebraska, which has no other collegiate or professional theater companies.

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Four new minors approved at Peru State College

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Two Peru State teacher candidates win scholarship.

Two Peru State teacher candidates win scholarship. JUN 13, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2016 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Nebraska State Education Association (NSEA) – Retired has announced the three recipients of the NSEA-Retired Student Education Association of Nebraska (SEAN) Scholarship. The scholarships are to be used for the recipient’s student-teaching semester. Mariah Bigelow (Milligan, NE) and Caitlin Cassell (Bellevue, NE) were the winners from Peru State College. The winners were selected in March and recognized at the SEAN Spring Delegate Assembly. Haley Montgomery (Cozad, NE) from the University of Nebraska – Omaha also received a scholarship. Under the rules for the scholarships, scholarship recipients must be juniors or seniors who have been SEAN members for at least two years, including the current year. Scholarships are awarded based on both financial need and essay question answers. Application also requires three letters of recommendation: one from a faculty or staff member of the college or university the student applicant is attending; one from a local SEAN chapter officer; and one recommendation from the school’s SEAN Advisor. The NSEA-Retired is a statewide association of educators that is committed to protecting current pension and Social Security benefits; being a strong advocate on retirement issues; and to the advancement of quality public education.

Scholarship Recipients: NSEA-Retired Vice President Tom Black, center, recently presented certificates of achievement to recipients of the Associations 2017 scholarships. Peru State College's Mariah Bigelow, right, and University of Nebraska's Haley Montgomery, left, received $1000 scholarships for their student teaching semesters next year, as did Caitlin Cassel of Peru State College, who was unable to attend. Caitlin Cassel posing with her certificate of achievement for recipients of the Associations 2017 scholarships. The Peru State College student received a $1000 scholarship for her student teaching semester next year. ###

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Two Peru State teacher candidates win scholarship.

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Peru State College recognizes 149th anniversary; plans for 150th.

Peru State College recognizes 149th anniversary; plans for 150th. JUN 20, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 20, 2016, 10:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- On June 20, 1867, the fledgling state government of Nebraska named Peru, Nebraska as the home of the state’s first college. The college was a Normal School dedicated to training teachers. The Nebraska State Normal School, now Peru State College, will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2017. The celebration will include several special events and the publication of a commemorative book through the Omaha World-Herald. On June 20, 2017, the college will host a Nebraska Sesquicentennial Commission “Signature Event,” Peru State College’s Charter Commemoration: Nebraska’s Higher Education Beginnings. From the Nebraska Statehood 150 website, “This Sesquicentennial Charter Event Celebration will mark the charter date of June 20, 1867, of Nebraska’s first institution of higher education by the Nebraska Legislature. The historic event will include an official program with a keynote address, historical reenactment, musical entertainment, and more, followed by a social reception time on the beautiful Peru State ‘Campus of a Thousand Oaks.’” Other events include a special recognition at the May 2017 commencement and alumni activities. Homecoming (October 28, 2017) will occur just days after the 150th anniversary of the first day of class on October 24, 1867. The campus is also planning a visitor center on campus with additional exhibits spread around campus. Faculty will present programs in their fields that represent the long academic history of the college. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “We have been planning the sesquicentennial since 2011. I hope alumni and everyone in the region will be able to visit campus at least once in 2017.” ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Holtz to release second album about Nebraska.

Holtz to release second album about Nebraska. JUN 24, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- "All Original, All Nebraska" was released in June by Dan Holtz and Flatwater Highway. The album includes original songs celebrating and commemorating Nebraska’s sesquicentennial. Album cover for All Original, All Nebraska Dr. Dan Holtz, professor of English at Peru State College, wrote all but one of the twelve songs about Nebraska. A short narrative accompanies each song on the CD with additional historical background in an insert included with the album. The insert also includes references for further study. Holtz said, “The songs tell a variety of stories about people, places and events in Nebraska history. The CD has songs about Nebraska’s natural and frontier history, but also features songs which examine Native American themes, the lives of strong women and the stories of immigrants who came to Nebraska seeking better lives." “I worked to write songs that fit the stories I’ve always heard. A good example is "The Gentleman’s Outlaw" about Doc Middleton, a notorious horse thief.” The liner notes for "The Gentleman’s Outlaw" begin, “Nebraska’s most recent state slogan, ‘Visit Nebraska. Visit Nice,’ is meant to capture the friendly nature of its people as well as the idea that Nebraska is a nice place to visit. Ironically, the slogan may also capture at least some of the nature of the most notorious outlaw of the state’s early days, a colorful character known as Doc Middleton.” "I’ll Always Die a Husker" pays tribute to fan loyalty and to the long and glorious history of Nebraska football and its legendary coaches, Osborne and Devaney, as well as some of its most noted players from the 1970s to the present. "The Sky’s No Limit" tells the story of Evelyn Sharp from Ord, NE, who became, at 16, the youngest Nebraska woman of her time to earn a private pilot’s license. She then went on to become the only Nebraska woman to carry airmail during the Twentieth Anniversary Commemorative Flight in 1938, as well as the youngest female flying instructor and the youngest female transport pilot in the United States. The song’s chorus reads, “So take wing, climb the air, kiss the clouds, follow your spirit. For you, Sharpie, the sky’s no limit.” The song Holtz didn’t write is Nebraska’s state song, "Beautiful Nebraska." The song is performed here by Julie Baker-Anderson whose rendition was instrumental in surmounting a challenge to the song’s official status. Adopted on the hundredth anniversary of Nebraska’s statehood, the song features lyrics by Jim Fras and Guy Miller which seem a simple adoration of the state. Dan Holtz However the music, as expressed by Baker-Anderson, bring the words, “Beautiful Nebraska, peaceful prairie land, laced with many rivers, and the hills of sand; dark green valleys cradled in the earth, rain and sunshine bring abundant birth,” new life. "All Original, All Nebraska" is Holtz’s second album and his first with Flatwater Highway. His first album was "Welcome to Historic Nebraska" released in 2002. "Historic Nebraska" featured traditional folk songs and a few original works by Holtz. “I wanted to put together another album to coincide with Nebraska’s sesquicentennial. I’ve been doing a program for Humanities

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Nebraska for twenty years called ‘Nebraska Through Song and Story.’ I would sing traditional folk songs and tell folk stories." Holtz continues, “In this whole history of preserving and presenting folk songs, I realized so many stories didn’t have a song to go with them. That’s the inspiration for the album.” He credits Steffan Baker with putting together Flatwater Highway for the album, “Steffan spent ten years in Nashville working in the music business, but he’s from my hometown (Ord, NE). He was interested in the concept of the album and offered to put together some other people.” Flatwater Highway features Ralph Brown on the drums; Cindy Huebert on violin; Eli Huebert on acoustic and electric lead guitar; and Martin Huebert on electric bass. Holtz plays acoustic guitar and Baker plays acoustic guitar and mandolin. “We chose the name Flatwater Highway because Nebraska means flatwater to the Oto Indians. The highway fits because of our historic need to be connected – whether it’s the Oregon Trail, I-80 or even the rivers themselves.” Holtz is the lead vocalist on seven of his songs, while Baker-Anderson is the lead on three more and Steffan Baker on one. Holtz adds, “I enjoy putting together these kinds of songs because they challenge me to blend historical research with artistic expression.” The painting on the front cover of the album is "Sandhills at Sunrise" by Ralph Brown of Grand Island, NE. Brown's "Wings over the Platte" is on the back panel. Brown is also known as Tawennihake and is a Mohawk Indian of the Akwesasne tribe. An educator and instructor on the use of the Medicine Wheel, he is a pipe carrier, ceremony leader, traditional storyteller and author of "Awakening the Eagle: A Guide to the Medicine Wheel" and "13 Virtues to a New Life: A Journey Around the Medicine Wheel." More of Brown’s work can be found at mirroredwindows.com. Keeping to his all-Nebraskan theme, Holtz brought some of the work back to Peru State College. Peru State graphic design student, James Ramsey from Beatrice designed the cover and liner notes. Ramsey grew up around music and the development of materials to accompany albums. Holtz hopes to soon have the CD for sale at the Nebraska State Historical Society Landmark Stores and from CDBaby.com. If you cannot wait to own the album, you can contact Holtz directly at dholtz@peru.edu or (402) 713-9600. The albums are $15 or two for $25. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Center for Engaged Learning is new name for ongoing community engagement at Peru State

Center for Engaged Learning is new name for ongoing community engagement at Peru State JUL 1, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College has rebranded community engagement efforts under the Center for Engaged Learning. The mission of the Center for Engaged Learning is to create and/or facilitate partnerships between Peru State College students, faculty, staff and the community in order to provide engaged learning opportunities. Dr. Julie Taylor-Costello, the director of the Center for Engaged Learning, said, “The Center focuses on engaged learning so that PSC students have experiences consistent with the college’s academic mission, vision, values and goals. We will continue to connect Peru State and its constituent communities so that students have ongoing opportunities to engage and learn in ways that benefit them educationally and benefit the communities we serve.” The Active Learning Task Force recommended that the former Institute for Community Engagement (ICE) be renamed the Center for Engaged Learning. The task force also provided a list of responsibilities for the Center based on a revised mission and charge. Taylor-Costello continues, “The Center for Engaged Learning should be known as a resource for students, faculty, and the community in which individuals are able to develop and apply their leadership, critical thinking, project management, and communication skills while engaging in learning opportunities.” These learning opportunities include community-based service learning, global learning and internships. The Center for Engaged Learning is a resource for students, faculty and the community. For more information, please visit https://www.peru.edu/cel ###

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Bailey Kuhlmann takes first place in Powerlifting (Raw) at Cornhusker State Games.

Bailey Kuhlmann takes first place in Powerlifting (Raw) at Cornhusker State Games. JUL 21, 2016 Bailey Kuhlmann, center, under the bar, at a competition in March.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2015, 6:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Lincoln, Nebraska- Peru State College student Bailey Kuhlmann took home first place in the Powerlifting (Raw) category for female teens weighing 114 pounds. Kuhlmann lifted 203 pounds for the squat, 121 pounds on the bench and 259 pounds on the deadlift. Kuhlmann said, “I was kind of surprised my maxes were almost back to peak performance on all lifts, because I had only trained for about two weeks.” The Cornhusker State Games featured seven powerlifting (raw) categories for female teens between 105 pounds and 181 pounds. Raw means that the lifts were done without supporting equipment like a bench shirt or knee and wrist wraps. Kuhlmann is a graduate of HTRS High School and lives in Table Rock, Nebraska. She is a Kinesiology major at Peru State College and is a recipient of the Richard P. and Laurine Kimmel Exercise Science Scholarship.

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Peru State twice named 5th most affordable online college in nation.

Peru State twice named 5th most affordable online college in nation. JUL 21, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 21, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- CollegeChoice.net named Peru State College the fifth most affordable online college in the nation for 2016. Using a different methodology, GreatValueColleges.net also named Peru State the fifth “best affordable” online college in 2015. Both lists had different results outside of Peru State College’s shared ranking. CollegeChoice.net cited the top 50 most affordable colleges and GreatValueColleges.net cited only 15 across the nation. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “Peru State continues to receive attention for our online programs. Both academic quality and the cost of education are important decision factors.” “Providing the best education for the money is a key part of making Peru State a college of choice.” GreatValueColleges.net writes, “Peru doesn’t offer a wide variety of programs, however the school is starting small, with a focus on developing quality programs.” GreatValueColleges.net adds, “There are three things these best accredited online colleges have in common: incredibly low tuition, offering online programs, and regional accreditation.” CollegeChoice.net addresses the concerns that students may have about online colleges including academic quality, degree options, teaching and technical support, flexibility and total cost. The site provides insight on teacher quality and hidden fees alike. More information can be found at and http://www.greatvaluecolleges.net/affordable/universities/.

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Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State & Akademos Partner to Streamline Textbook Process

Peru State & Akademos Partner to Streamline Textbook Process JUL 28, 2016

Akademos online marketplace saves students up to 60% off the list price of course materials Norwalk, Conn. — July 27, 2016 — Akademos, Inc. announced today that Peru State College (peru.edu) has joined its growing list of 120+ partner institutions. Peru State, a public, four-year institution and Nebraska’s first college, is using the Akademos college bookstore solution to significantly lower textbook costs, improve the efficiency of the textbook adoption process and empower faculty to select affordable, high-quality course materials. The new online store can be found at peru.textbookx.com. Peru State students can now shop for textbooks in new, used, rental and eBook formats on any device using a custom-branded version of the mobile-optimized Akademos online bookstore. Students save an average of 60% off the list price of their course materials using Akademos’ exclusive marketplace of over 100 million new and used textbooks. The Akademos online shopping platform is fully integrated with Peru State’s student information system (SIS), enabling students to see a personalized list of required textbooks and order books for an entire term in less than five minutes. Students are also able to seamlessly apply financial aid to their course material purchases. The online storefront has become Peru State’s exclusive schoolsanctioned bookstore, with the campus store selling items including spirit wear and general merchandise. In addition, the Akademos Adoption & Analytics Portal is increasing adoption process efficiency by enabling administrators to track textbook adoption progress across individual departments and the entire system. The Portal also makes it easy for faculty to select affordable, high-quality books by providing full visibility into textbook adoption history and real-time prices for course materials in multiple formats. “With more and more of our students choosing to purchase textbooks from third party websites, it became clear that transitioning to an online bookstore was the only way we could provide them with the savings, selection and convenience they demand,” said Tim Borchers, vice president, academic affairs for Peru State College. “The Akademos college bookstore solution was the best choice for us because it offers our students unbeatable textbook prices and provides state-of-the-art adoption tools that drive process efficiencies while ensuring our faculty make cost-conscious adoption decisions.” “Many institutions recognize that transitioning to an online bookstore improves textbook affordability, however, the impact that advanced adoption tools can have on textbook costs is often overlooked,” said John Squires, chief executive officer, Akademos. “By recognizing how providing faculty with information such as comparative pricing encourages the adoption of affordable course materials, Peru State is ahead of the game.” To learn more about expanding affordable textbook options for students and online bookstore offerings for educational institutions, visit akademos.com. About Peru State College Peru State College, established in 1867 as a teacher training school, has transformed over the past century and a half into a state-ofthe-art institution offering diverse, multifaceted educational programs to approximately 2,600 students. The college’s mission is to cultivate the capacity and propensity for life-long learning by fostering independent inquiry and promoting the value of knowledge and discovery. While Peru State serves students around the globe, the college retains a special commitment to serving the residents and needs of the southeast Nebraska community through education, research and public service programs. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Peru State is also a member of the Nebraska Council on Teacher Education and the Nebraska State College System.

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Peru State & Akademos Partner to Streamline Textbook Process

About Akademos Akademos offers customized, online bookstore services and solutions that support what's most important to institutions - from fullservice virtual bookstores to unique partnerships and products supporting on-campus shops. Akademos delivers cost savings on course materials for students while providing administrators and faculty with critical control over the textbook delivery process. Akademos offers an innovative textbook marketplace, best-in-class eCommerce platform, eLearning solutions, and a unique adoption and analytics portal. The company’s comprehensive supply-chain solution and commitment to responsive personal service makes it the choice of leading institutions throughout the country. Akademos helps institutions deliver the right course materials, at affordable prices, on time. Learn more at akademos.com. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Peru State named 25th best online psychology bachelor’s degree in nation.

Peru State named 25th best online psychology bachelor’s degree in nation. JUL 28, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- SuperScholar.org named Peru State College one of the best online bachelor’s in psychology degree programs for 2016. Peru State College was #25 in the nation on SuperScholar.org’s “Smart Choice” ranking. SuperScholar.org writes, “In developing our Smart Choice ranking of the best online undergraduate psychology programs we only considered regionally accredited schools that have online undergraduate degrees in psychology and related subjects. From there we ranked schools based on affordability, flexibility, accessibility, student satisfaction, and academic reputation.” “The result is a ranking of online psychology programs that offers prospective students a helpful tool for making a smart choice about where to earn an online undergraduate psychology degree.” Dr. Greg Galardi, Dean of the School of Professional Studies, adds, “Peru State College has an experienced team of psychology faculty who enjoy working with students in meeting their educational objectives. Their dedication is reflected in the high quality of the psychology program, both online and on campus.” The School of Professional Studies offers an online degree program for a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. This degree prepares students for graduate study as well as careers in human services.

Smart Choice - 2016 Super Scholar - Best Online Bachelor's Degree - Psychology Programs ###

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$9.9 million renovations to Delzell Hall will begin in August

$9.9 million renovations to Delzell Hall will begin in August JUL 29, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College’s historic Delzell Hall is slated for a $9.9 million renovation. “The Ship” has served as a men’s dormitory since it opened in 1939 and is most famous for serving as a barracks for the Navy’s V-12 program during World War II. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “I am pleased we can renovate Delzell to better meet the needs of our students. As enrollment rises, so does the demand for on-campus housing.” Kathy Carroll, vice president for administration and finance, said, “Our goal is to keep the character of the building while providing modern comfort. Renovating Delzell will be another example of how Peru State excels at balancing world-class facilities with the historic nature of its campus.” The deep renovation will include new wiring and plumbing. Bathrooms will be completely overhauled and new light fixtures utilizing LED will be installed. A new HVAC system is also planned and, like many other campus buildings, it will use geothermal energy. Delzell Hall will receive central air conditioning for the first time. Examples of work to retain the dormitory’s historic charm include refinishing the wood paneling in the Great Hall. The Hall’s original light fixtures will also be repaired and rehung to balance the light in the room. Cindy Cammack, director of admissions, said, “The quality of a student’s campus residential options is an important part of the admissions decision. I’m excited about Delzell’s renovation because it honors Peru State’s history and provides students with the full amenities expected for today’s college students. ” Jackson, Jackson and Associates is the architect for the project. F & B Constructors is the contractor and construction is expected to be completed by August of 2017. Originally built in 1939, Delzell Hall is named for longtime men’s dean, W. N. Delzell. Delzell served on the faculty from 1905 to 1939 and was dean of men for the last 17 years. Shortly after Delzell Hall was opened, Peru State offered facilities to the government to train army or navy personnel. Ernest Longfellow, in the “The Normal on the Hill,” writes, “Upon investigation by a naval committee in 1943, Peru State was approved for the training of 200 to 300 naval cadets under the V-12 unit designation. The barracks were located in the new Delzell Hall. . .” “On July 13, 1943, Delzell Hall became a ‘ship,’ when the first Navy V-12 unit arrived and brought Navy jargon to the Campus of a Thousand Oaks. The main entrance became the ‘main desk,’ other entrances were ‘gangways,’ stairways were ‘ladders’ and windows become ‘ports.’

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$9.9 million renovations to Delzell Hall will begin in August

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Sphinx & Lambda Earn 12 National Awards at Peru State College

Sphinx & Lambda Earn 12 National Awards at Peru State College AUG 2, 2016

Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference, Atlanta, June 2016 Twenty Peru State students participated in the competition; 12 students placed in the Top 10! 1st place Parliamentary Procedure – Nebraska Team (Brandie Westhart was a member from PSC) 3rd place Local Chapter Annual Business Report – Rachael Cole & Lindsay Harlow 4th place Computer Applications – Katie Evans 5th place Macroeconomics – Scott Riley 5th place Strategic Analysis & Decision Making – Hannah Chubbuck 6th place Strategic Analysis & Decision Making – Zach Zobel 8th place Business Presentation – Dylan Reinhardt & Scott Riley th

place Community Service – Hannah Chubbuck & Kendra Alberts

9 place Small Business Management Plan – Haley Benedict & Sara Chaloupka 10th place Help Desk – Dolores McGargill Individuals who qualified for finals (finishing in the top 15): Business Law – Benjamin Amoussou & Dolores McGargill Client Services – Tess Messman Human Resource Management – Benjamin Amoussou, Zak Ruei & Brandie Westhart Impromptu Speaking – Dylan Reinhardt Integrated Marketing Campaign – Sara Chaloupka & Ashlyn Draper Sales Presentation – Kendra Alberts Other Peru State students who participated in the competition: Millie Anderson Kirsten Blundell Lilian Rewerts Lauren Robertson Recognition for Peru State’s PBL - as a chapter: Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit Chapter Challenge Award Non-Stop November Award Super Sweeps Award

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Peru State alum, Joseph Fauver, speaks at Rotary conference for Nebraska and Iowa.

Peru State alum, Joseph Fauver, speaks at Rotary conference for Nebraska and Iowa. AUG 10, 2016 Fauver presenting at the conference.

Lincoln, Nebraska- Joseph Fauver spoke at the Rotary District 5650 Conference on the importance of Rotaract and Peru State faculty in his decision to study biochemistry. Fauver is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Colorado State University studying Microbiology and Medical Entomology. Jennifer Brinkman, the district conference planner, writes, "Joseph's talk was such a hit and it was really wonderful to meet all of the people invited to hear him speak." Originally, Fauver attended Peru State on a football scholarship with the intention of eventually studying physical therapy. While at Peru State, he was an undergraduate researcher under the direction of Dr. Rich Clopton. Through research and coursework, he was exposed to the scientific side of neglected tropical diseases. Fauver told his story at the conference, “Dr. Rich Clopton approached me in the hallway of the Hoyt Science Building with an opportunity to join his research lab. Little did I know Dr. Clopton and wife, Deb, studied cockroaches, to be more specific they study little parasites called gregarines that lived inside of cockroaches.” “It also turns out that studying gregarines in fact would not help me get into physical therapy school, because I was no longer going to physical therapy school. I was going to be a scientist. I spent my next three years traveling across the country with Dr. Clopton, Deb and my fellow lab mates presenting research at conferences, doing field work, smuggling cockroaches onto airplanes and, most importantly, learning how to be a scientist. It is a strange thing to realize how in just four short years, the way I saw the world completely changed. “ Fauver finishes, “Peru State College has a small, but dedicated faculty of science professors, to whom I am forever indebted for introducing me to my passion, this collective human undertaking to understand the world around us, what we affectionately refer to as science.” While at Peru State, Fauver was a founder of the Peru State Rotaract club in 2012. He was president of the club and their largest project was a fundraiser for the BAWA Health Initiative. This initiative is dedicated to improving lives in sub-Saharan Africa through health care intervention and providing the resources to villagers in rural Cameroon to combat disease. “Right around this time, a colleague of Dr. Clopton and fellow parasitologist, Dr. Dennis Richardson, came to Peru State as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. Dr. Richardson spoke about how and why he started a non-profit organization called the Bawa Health Initiative. The Bawa Health Initiative aims to improve the quality of life in sub-Saharan Africa, specifically Cameroon, by providing locals with the infrastructure, education and resources they need to combat their most common inflictions, namely malaria and other infectious diseases.” This led directly to Fauver’s last project as Rotaract President at Peru State College. It was a dinner and music to raise money for the Bawa Health Initiative. “That night we raised over $1300 for the Bawa Health Initiative, which subsequently helped build a healthcare clinic in rural Cameroon. I still get choked up thinking about this, because a group of like minded college students came together under the right guidance, and because people in the community were so supportive of us and our projects, the lives of hundreds of people in Cameroon, people we had never met nor will ever meet, were changed forever.” “This was powerful. We made a discovery that night. We found that not only did we have the ability to help people in a country that we likely couldn’t have even pointed out on a map, but in fact we found out that we should be helping these people. We should be actively striving to make a difference for the better. It was no longer an option. It was an obligation.”

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Peru State alum, Joseph Fauver, speaks at Rotary conference for Nebraska and Iowa.

“I spent four years at Peru State having my mind prepared by people like Dan and Elaine Hanson, Rich and Deb Clopton, Dr. Mike Barger (a fantastic ecologist and one of the best lecturers I have ever met), not to mention the unwavering love and support I received from my mom, Roxanna, and my dad, Mike, who seems to be an infinite source of wisdom and provides a perspective uniquely his own.” “All of this resulted in me doing what I do today, and what I plan on doing for the rest of my life. I study infectious disease. I study mosquitoes and the pathogens they spread to people.” From the combination of research, coursework, direction from mentors, and Rotaract, Joseph decided to dedicate his career to helping fight neglected tropical diseases. Fauver continues, “I am so proud to say I’m a part of a group like Rotary that works to treat and end diseases and infections across the world. The Rotaract Club didn’t stop at Peru State. The principles of Rotaract continues into our careers and lives today.” Family including his father and stepmother, Mike and Amanda Fauver; his mother and stepfather, Roxanna and Mark Sok; and his girlfriend, Taylor Lite, witnessed Fauver’s speech at the Rotary District Conference. Rich and Deb Clopton, Dan and Elaine Hanson and four of the Peru State Rotaract founding members, Nathan Bianchi, Jon Holman, Tyler Nutsch and Jake Hedden, were also present. Fauver with Elaine Hanson and four of the Peru State Rotaract founding members, Nathan Bianchi, Jon Holman, Tyler Nutsch and Jake Hedden. The four Rotaract Clubs in District 5650 are Wayne State College, University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Omaha and Peru State College. Local Rotary clubs sponsor each Rotaract club. Peru State College Rotaract is sponsored by the Rotarians of Auburn, Falls City, Humboldt, Nebraska City and Pawnee. Rotaract is a part of Rotary International. There are 8,754 Rotaract clubs and 20,342 members around the world. Individual Rotary clubs sponsor Rotaract clubs and offer guidance and support, making the Rotaract club true “partners in service” and key members of the family of Rotary. ###

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Peru State Art Gallery to feature work by Terry Van Gundy

Peru State Art Gallery to feature work by Terry Van Gundy AUG 12, 2016 Terry Van Gundy

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College is pleased to present the art exhibit, “Recent Work and more” by Terry Van Gundy. Van Gundy’s “Recent Work” features oil and clay monotypes (prints). The show will be held in the Peru State College Art Gallery located in the A.V. Larson building on the Peru State College campus in Peru, Nebraska. The show runs from August 22 to September 22. Gallery hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. An artist’s reception will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. In a bio on Van Gundy it reads, “Terry loves the outdoors and is influenced by all the sights and sounds that nature provides. He loves to fish and collects vintage fishing lures and equipment. His work shows that influence, and the majority of his work show some type of fish imagery. ”

“Recently, he has been experimenting with oil and clay monotypes. He loves the expressive nature of the brush strokes that those mediums provide and the accidental ‘happenings’ that occur during the process.” In addition to pursuing his art, Van Gundy is a member of the adjunct faculty at Peru State where he teaches art exploration, pottery, watercolors and printmaking. Previously, Van Gundy retired from Auburn Public Schools where he served as art teacher for 30 years. Van Gundy received his Bachelors of Fine Arts from the University of Nebraska and his Masters of Science from Peru State College. ###

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https://www.peru.edu/news/2016/artgallerytofeatureworkbyterryvangundy.html

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First day of class is August 22, Convocation held August 23

First day of class is August 22, Convocation held August 23 AUG 16, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- College students are set to return to the region as Peru State gears up for the 2016-2017 school year. The first day of class will be August 22. Football and volleyball practices began last week as students return in waves. Student-athletes arrived on campus early to prepare for the upcoming season. Ted Harshbarger, associate athletic director and sports information director, said, “Over 130 football players and 22 volleyball players began practice this past week in preparation for the upcoming 2016 fall seasons. Both teams have had inter-squad scrimmages.” “The volleyball team’s season begins Friday when they participate in the Bethel College Pilot Invitational in Mishawaka, Ind. They play two games of Friday and Saturday.” “The football team will be traveling to Crete on Thursday and will scrimmage with the pre-season ninth-ranked Doane College Tigers.” The volleyball team’s first home game is August 26 at 1 p.m. versus York College during the Peru State Fall Classic tournament. The volleyball teams also plays at 7 p.m. that night against Mayville State University. The football team’s first game is September 3 at 6 p.m. versus Evangel University. A few more students will arrive late this week to prepare for roles as Resident Assistants, Ambassadors and TopCats. Resident Assistants are peer leaders who help supervise the residence halls. Ambassadors work for the Admissions Office to provide a student perspective to potential students. Top Cats are student leaders during New Student Weekend. Students living on campus can move into their residence halls on Friday, August 19. New students received their roommate assignments over the summer and a list of essential items. Returning student, Amanda Burk, wrote a list of 10 Dos and Don’ts of Freshman Year at Peru State College for Odyssey.com, “Do bring good walking shoes. Because Peru is on the bluffs of the Missouri river, the town is much more hilly than you would expect.” Welcome Week runs from Friday, August 19 to Thursday, August 25. Highlights include a bonfire, a hypnotist performance and a comedian. Shelley Hartman, student activity coordinator, said “We’ve got a great slate of activities lined up for Welcome Week! Let’s get ready for college and have some fun!” Classes begin on Monday, August 22. On-campus students are not the only ones starting. The Dean of Professional Studies and Director of Distance Education and Online Services, Dr. Greg Galardi, writes, “The online learners at Peru State College officially begin class on August 22, 2016. However, to assist students in understanding how classes are taught and the accompanying requirements, our Distance Education division opens all first 8 week and 16 week online classes on Friday, August 19, 2016 at 8:00 a.m.”

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First day of class is August 22, Convocation held August 23

“This allows students to review the classes in which they are enrolled, analyze the impact of the time it will take to complete weekly work, and then make a decision as to whether they wish to stay in the class or find an alternate class.” Convocation will return to Peru State College this year with a ceremony on August 23. The formal ceremony to welcome new students is open to friends and alumni of the college. Dr. Tim Borchers, vice president of academic affairs, said, “Convocation will introduce the freshman class to the college’s faculty and advisers. It is an important part of a student’s transition to college life. After a full week of activities, students will be invited to the Gabus Family Presidential Suite for a reception on August 25. The “Welcome Back” reception will give students a chance to connect with the President, Dr. Dan Hanson, and other college personnel.

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Peru State hires nine new faculty members for fall.

Peru State hires nine new faculty members for fall. AUG 22, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College has brought nine new faculty members to the region this fall to meet campus academic needs. Faculty are hired through a rigorous recruitment and application process culminating in on-campus interviews with other faculty, staff and students. From left to right: Felicity Balluch, Laura Lippman, Jeff Alessandrelli, John Gardner, Shana Walsh, Justin Pfeifer, Jared Bartels, Candy Blecha and Amber Mahan. Dr. Timothy Borchers, vice president of Academic Affairs, said, “We continue to attract tremendous candidates with excellent academic credentials refined by real-world experience.” “The most important piece of the Peru State experience is connecting students to quality teaching and engaged learning opportunities.” Dr. Jeff Alessandrelli was hired as an Assistant Professor of English. He was previously an Instructor of English at Portland Community College. He holds a Ph.D. in Creative Writing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a Master of Arts in Poetry from Portland State University. He has numerous published works and is currently working on a new play in addition to completing the editing process on his third published poetry collection. Dr. Jeff Alessandrelli Dr. Felicity Balluch was hired as an Assistant Professor of Education. She holds a Doctor of Education in Special Education (with a concentration in reading and behaviors), a Master of Science in Special Education, and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. For the past 11 years, she has served in various special education roles in the Manhattan, Kansas, school district including special education resource teacher, state assessment testing coordinator, Before and After School Clubs coordinator and teacher and mentor for other Special Education teachers. She has also co-taught college courses in special education and collaborated with numerous colleagues from Kansas State University and other higher education institutions across the country to conduct and publish educational research in areas of policy issues and interventions with an emphasis on at-risk students. Dr. Felicity Balluch Dr. Jared Bartels was hired as an Assistant Professor of Psychology. He holds a Ph.D with a focus on Education Psychology from the University of Memphis, and a Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri. He was most recently an Associate Professor of Psychology at Missouri Valley College and he has also taught at Upper Iowa University where he was active on campus serving on assessment and faculty advisory committees. Dr. Bartels has presented nationally at conferences including the Association for Psychological Science and the National Institute for the Teaching of Psychology. He has co-authored many peer review publications and has several book publications currently under review. Dr. Jared Bartels Candy Blecha was hired as an Instructor of Education. She holds the Master of Science degree in Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood and Special Education from Peru State College and a Bachelor of Science in Education. She holds Nebraska teaching certificates in Elementary Education (K-6), Special Education (K-12) and Early Childhood Inclusive (B-K). Ms. Blecha has been a teacher in the HTRS Public School District in Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education K-12, and serves as the Autism Coordinator

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for the HTRS district. She initiated the Early Childhood Program with a Nebraska grant in collaboration with Head Start and is a member of the Nebraska Sixpence Board, a group that works to help caregivers and parents provide safe, stimulating environments that spark learning through meaningful interactions. Candy Blecha John Paul Gardner was hired as an Assistant Professor of Art. He was previously the Executive Director of the Kirkland Art Center which is a non-profit multi-arts center in Clinton, New York. He also served as an Adjunct Lecturer for Utica College where he taught studio art and lecture courses. Mr. Gardner holds a Master of Fine Arts in Sculpture from the University of Oregon where he had a full fellowship, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from State University of New York College of Potsdam. Additionally, he has an active and extensive exhibition record that includes national and international exhibitions. John Gardner Laura Lippman was hired as an Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts. Previously, she taught acting, directing and introduction to theater classes as a temporary lecturer at the Johnny Carson School of Theater and Film at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. She has also taught acting and directing at the University of Arizona School of Theater, Film and Television; Rollins College and Carnegie Mellon University. Laura has been involved and has a special interest in, theater for youth and community outreach activities. She received a Master of Fine Arts in directing from Carnegie Mellon University and a BA in Theater/Psychology from Bennington College. Laura also has professional directing, acting and production experience. Laura Lippman Dr. Amber Mahan was hired as an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice. She received her Ph.D. in Public Safety with a specialization in Criminal Justice with distinction from Capella University. Previously, she earned a Master in Forensic Science degree with specialization in Investigations from Nebraska Wesleyan University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with concentration in Criminology from Morehead State University in Kentucky. Dr. Mahan’s career path centered on working in the forensics realm as an evidence technician for the Plattsmouth Police Department (PPD) and Cass County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Prior to moving into law enforcement, Dr. Mahan worked for the State of Nebraska Health and Human Services performing child abuse and neglect investigations and as a youth care specialist at the Uta Halee Girls Village. Dr. Amber Mahan Dr. Justin Pfeifer was hired as an Assistant Professor of History. He was most recently a Visiting Instructor at Wittenburg University, with additional teaching experience at the University of Toledo and Franklin University. His specializations are in Modern Europe and East Asian History. He earned his Ph.D., MA, and BA all at the University of Toledo. He also brings experience working with Phi Alpha Theta and History Day. Dr. Justin Pfeifer Dr. Shana Walsh was hired as an Assistant Professor of Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER). With a B.A. in Policy Studies, Psychology, and Spanish (triple major), Dr. Walsh began her professional career as a Spanish teacher with Teach for America, an organization dedicated to closing the achievement gap that exists between socioeconomic classes. She then earned a Master of Education in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation at Delta State University and recently completed requirements for the Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Exercise Nutrition, and Health Promotion from Baylor University. While at Baylor, Dr. Walsh taught undergraduate courses in Nutrition, Health, Exercise Physiology and Fitness (areas: theory, practice, and assessment.) Some of her research interests include physical activity and sedentary behavior, obesity, program planning/implementation/assessment and the impact of environmental and policy change on physical activity behaviors. Dr. Walsh has published several articles in these areas and presented original work at numerous professional venues. Her service to the community and profession ranges from volunteer work locally to active participation in a number of professional organizations. Dr. Shana Walsh ###

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Peru State holds Convocation for Class of 2020

Peru State holds Convocation for Class of 2020 AUG 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2016, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College hosted Convocation for more than 250 new students today in the Al Wheeler Activities Center. Faculty and staff also attended the Convocation. New students were grouped by their intended major – from art to undeclared – and seated together with faculty from their College 101 courses. The student processed through a funnel of clapping, enthusiastic faculty. Each attending student also received a commemorative coin. The coin features the Peru State College seal on one side and “Class of 2020” on the other. The Class of 2020! Speakers included the President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson; the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Timothy Borchers; the President of the Student Senate, Zakarias Ruei; President of the Faculty Senate, Dr. Kyle Ryan; and Peru State alum, Connie Edmond. Dr. Borchers started the event by taking a photo of the gathered students with his smartphone before saying, “May 20, 2020 is a date you all should have marked in your calendars. That’s the date we will meet back here in the Al Wheeler Activity Center, in a very similar setting, to celebrate your graduation from Peru State College.” “Today we are making a formal commitment to each other to achieve that goal of graduation." Dr. Timothy Borchers taking a photo of the Class of 2020. Dr. Hanson added, “Please take advantage of the many staff, faculty and fellow students who are here to help you get off to a good start. You can see many of them here.” “Over time you will develop the confidence and skills you need to take complete ownership of your education.” Dr. Dan Hanson speaking at Convocation. Zak Ruei said, “As a student myself, I can attest to the greatness of this place and the experience it has brought to my life – both academically and personally.” “Now that you have settled into the residence halls, started navigating your way around campus and classes have begun, it is up to you to make college into what you want it to be." Zak Ruei speaking at Convocation. Dr. Ryan told the convocation, “When you realize that mindset is more important than talent, your life changes.” “Challenge us - as faculty, as staff, as administrators - ask us hard questions, make us say ‘I don’t know the answer to that, but let’s find out. Make our lives challenging, make our lives hard. Class of 2020, welcome to college. Faculty attending Convocation. Connie Edmond is a 1987 graduate of Peru State College where she majored in accounting and business administration. She served fourteen years as an auditor with the Nebraska State Department of Revenue before becoming a managing partner at WRL CPA in Lincoln.

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Edmond began her address with a story about her first visit to Peru State despite being enrolled at another university, “I fell in love with the atmosphere. I fell in love with all 1000 oak trees that are here. I fell love in with the facilities, the campus, the faculty and ultimately it felt like a place I needed to be.” Connie Edmond speaking at Convocation. "I experienced such an amazing sense of support at Peru State College that I could have stayed here. I am simply amazed at how the tradition of building relationships with the students continues.” After Edmond’s husband pursued a graduate degree at Peru State, “I was blessed to be back here in the spring for commencement. What I didn’t expect was how many students that crossed that stage, to receive their degrees, embraced Dr. Hanson as if he was their father, their best friend. I was amazed at the relationships I saw.” “Peru State was truly an incubator for my growth and development. I left this campus with more knowledge, more wisdom, more confidence and a sense of love and pride for what I grew to be.” “I have never forgotten that the foundation for all the amazing things I have been blessed to experience in my life started with the education that I earned right here at Peru State College. Today is the start of your amazing future.” Peru State College plans to hold a Convocation next year for the class of 2021. ###

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Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s 96th annual homecoming Saturday, Oct. 1

Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s 96th annual homecoming Saturday, Oct. 1 SEP 8, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 1:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College President Dan Hanson invites area residents to campus for the college’s 96th annual homecoming celebration, Welcome to the Bobcat Life, Saturday, October 1. President Hanson said, “Homecoming is an exciting time to visit campus, we would like you to join us for free food, children’s games and entertainment.” “I am looking forward to a great game, but as president I most enjoy that so many people from the region engage with our campus for Homecoming. I hope that everyone can join our celebration.” A schedule of the day’s activities is as follows: Saturday, Oct. 1 8:00 a.m. – Nebraska’s Toughest Mile – Downtown Peru An entry fee of $20 is required. Those who register in advance will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Register online at http://goo.gl/YmbSLt or send a check made payable to Peru State Cross Country, Attn: Coach Katy Billings, 1412 I Street, Auburn, NE 68305. Be sure to include your t-shirt size. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. the day of the race. The starting line is near the Peru Fire Station and the finish line is near the front of T.J. Majors on the Peru State campus. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers. 10 a.m. – Parade – Downtown Peru Free and open to the public. Registration to be in the parade is available at www.peru.edu/studentlife/senate.

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Tailgate and Carnival – Campus Quad Free and open to the public. The tailgate - featuring chili, burgers, hotdogs and more - will be held on the campus Quad near the Library. The Peru State Jazz Band will be on hand to entertain the crowd on the steps of the Jindra Fine Arts Building and a carnival will be held on the green in front of T.J. Majors. A variety of other activities are planned for young and old alike. In the event of inclement weather, the tailgate will be held in the Student Center and the carnival will be canceled.

2 p.m. – Football vs. Baker University – The Oak Bowl Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (age 65 and older), and $5 for non-Peru State students ages 7-17. Peru State students with a student ID and children six and younger are admitted free.

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Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s 96th annual homecoming Saturday, Oct. 1

Halftime – Coronation of Homecoming King and Queen

5 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Clarke University – The AWAC Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors (age 65 and older), and $4 for non-Peru State students (ages 7-17). Peru State students with a student ID and children six and younger are admitted free. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-968-6507

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Registrations now being accepted for Peru State Homecoming Parade

Registrations now being accepted for Peru State Homecoming Parade SEP 8, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska - Members of the Peru State College Student Senate today announced details of the College’s 96th Annual Homecoming Parade, which will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 in downtown Peru. The theme for this year’s festivities is “Welcome to the Bobcat Life.” Parade entry registration is available online. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, September 29. Cash prizes or trophies will be awarded based on those entries which best represent the homecoming theme, though all types of entries are welcome. The categories are: Floats – First place $150, second place $125 and third place $100. Decorated Vehicles – First place $100, second place $75 and third place $50. Participants will be contacted directly with additional information regarding the route and line-up. For more information on the parade or any of Peru State’s Homecoming events, contact Student Senate President Zak Ruei at 402-8722329 or studentsenate@campus.peru.edu. ###

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Paul Hinrichs Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Paul Hinrichs Receives Lifetime Achievement Award SEP 15, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College professor of mathematics, Paul Hinrichs, received the Milton M. Beckmann Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented by the Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics (NATM) in special recognition for a career of outstanding contributions of mathematics education in the State of Nebraska. Hinrichs said, “I am deeply honored to receive this award from my colleagues in mathematics education." The NATM website provides “The NATM board established the life-time achievement award in 1989. Its purpose is to honor outstanding mathematics educators who have spent a lifetime working on the improvement of mathematics education in the state of Nebraska.” The website provides five criteria for consideration. Candidates must “have devoted a career to the improvement of mathematics education in the state of Nebraska and demonstrated leadership in the promotion of mathematics as a science and a field of study.” Paul Hinrichs with a physics class that designed trebuchets. Photo courtesy of Bill Clemente. Paul Hinrichs and his lifetime achievement award with Nebraska Department of Education Mathematics Director, Deborah Romanek Dr. Tim Borchers, vice president of Peru State College, said, “Dr. Hinrichs has a long reputation for being an excellent teacher and has prepared many current math educators. It’s a great tribute to him to receive this award and recognition.” Milton M. Beckmann was a longtime professor of mathematics at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He is most famous for his research into teaching students struggling in mathematics. Hinrichs is cited for demonstrating outstanding teaching and leadership in the development of teaching strategies and technology for the teaching of mathematics. Candidates for the award also had to be members of the NATM and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The mission of the Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics is to enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics by fostering professionalism, cultivating leadership and facilitating communication among educators. The NATM is an affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. ###

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Whitni Redman, Jay Bryant and Gul Ahmad published in “Veterinary World.”

Whitni Redman, Jay Bryant and Gul Ahmad published in “Veterinary World.” SEP 16, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- In 2015, Whitni Redman and Jay Bryant completed a study of “Gastrointestinal Helminths of Coyotes (Canis Latrans) from Southeast Nebraska and Shenandoah Area of Iowa” under the supervision of Dr. Gul Ahmad, assistant professor of biology at Peru State College. Their work is now published in “Veterinary World.” Ahmad writes, “The work was entirely done at Peru State by Whitni and Jay under my supervision. Our publisher, Veterinary World is a peer reviewed, high profile international journal.” Whitni Redman was a biochemical sciences major from Holyoke, Colorado. She graduated in May 2016 and is now a PhD candidate in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas. Jay Bryant was a biochemical sciences major from Plattsmouth, NE. He also graduated in May and now works as a researcher for Midwest Laboratories in Omaha. A helminth is a parasitic worm. For this study, helminthes were collected and studies from the stomach or intestines of coyotes in the region. “Veterinary World” publishes high quality papers focusing on veterinary and animal science. “Veterinary World” readers represent education, industry and government, including research, teaching, administration, veterinary medicine and technical services in more than 155 countries. Redman and Bryant previously presented their work with Ahmad to the Southwestern Association of Parasitologists. The article can be read at http://www.veterinaryworld.org/Vol.9/No.9.html.

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V-12 Program Alum, Jackson Howard, named Grand Marshal of Peru State Homecoming Parade

V-12 Program Alum, Jackson Howard, named Grand Marshal of Peru State Homecoming Parade SEP 23, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2016, 8:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru State College Student Senate announced their selection of Jackson Howard of Provo, Utah, as the grand marshal of the Homecoming Parade held on October 1. Howard attended Peru State College in 1943 as a part of the V-12 program. Howard rose to the rank of Captain during his tenure with the U.S. Navy. One of the most experienced lawyers in the state of Utah, Jackson Howard has also earned the reputation of being among the top attorneys in the state. He established the original law firm of Howard and Lewis, which in 1973 became Howard, Lewis & Petersen, P.C., which is today the oldest law firm in Utah County. Over the past 50 years Jackson has held many prestigious positions within the legal community, such as District Attorney, Utah State Bar Commissioner, Utah State Legislative Counsel, Utah State District Attorney’s Association, Board of Governors, Utah Trial Lawyers Association, and Special Assistant Attorney General for Condemnation. Jackson Howard has six children, two of whom are lawyers, one being a judge. Jackson knows well the sacrifice of military service; his eldest son died while in service to our country, and his youngest son was deployed for 18 months to the Iraq region. Jackson has received many honors and awards throughout his distinguished career. Among them are 1984 Trial Lawyer of the Year and fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Howard is also the only Utah member of the Inner Circle of Advocates. This organization is an exclusive group consisting of the 100 best trial lawyers in the nation, as chosen by their peers. Howard majored in business at the University of Texas, Austin, Texas, and received his J.D. from the University of Utah College of Law, Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1950. President Dan Hanson said, “Jackson Howard has spoken highly of his experience at Peru State College for more than seventy years. We are proud to have such a distinguished lawyer among our alums and pleased to honor him as Grand Marshal.” Howard will be honored on Saturday, Oct. 1 in the homecoming parade. As grand marshal, he will also be performing the coin toss for the Bobcat football game vs. Baker University at 2 p.m. ###

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V-12 Program Alum, Jackson Howard, named Grand Marshal of Peru State Homecoming Parade

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Peru State announces 2016 Homecoming Court

Peru State announces 2016 Homecoming Court SEP 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College today announced its 2016 Homecoming Court. Royalty to be crowned during halftime of football game on Saturday, October 1. Candidates, selected by the student body, will be featured in the annual homecoming parade that begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1 in downtown Peru. Coronation of the king and queen will take place at halftime of the Peru State vs. Baker University football game, beginning at 2 p.m. in the Oak Bowl. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (age 65 and older) and $5 for non-Peru State students ages 7-17. Peru State students with a student ID and children six and younger are admitted free. 2016 Homecoming Court. L to R: Kelsey Young, Josephine Tennant, Robbie Gilbert, Marisa Pribnow, Tanner Fischer, Charleen Marsh, Tristen Nelson, Chelsea Reznicek, Gunnar Orcutt, Morgan Zurek, John Ostrander and Holly Kurz. Not pictured: Emily Hausmann, Eric Morrison-Smith, Zakarias Ruei and Ryan Zuhlke. Homecoming Court members are listed below along with their hometowns. Queen Candidates (Senior Women) Emily Hausmann – Columbus, Neb. Holly Kurz – Elkhorn, Neb. Marisa Pribnow – Lincoln, Neb. Chelsea Reznicek - Omaha, Neb. Kelsey Young – Goodfield, Ill. King Candidates (Senior Men) Robbie Gilbert - Omaha, Neb. Eric Morrison-Smith –San Diego, Calif. Tristen Nelson – Lincoln, Neb. Zakarias Ruei – Omaha, Neb. Ryan Zuhlke – Sterling, Neb. Freshman Representatives Morgan Zurek – Louisville, Neb. John Ostrander – Plattsmouth, Neb. Sophomore Representatives

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Josephine Tennant – Thornton, Colo. Tanner Fischer - Hartington, Neb. Junior Representatives Charleen Marsh – Bellevue, Neb. Gunnar Orcutt – Omaha, Neb. A schedule of the day’s activities is as follows: Saturday, Oct. 1 8:00 a.m. – Nebraska’s Toughest Mile – Downtown Peru An entry fee of $20 is required. Those who register in advance will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Register online at http://goo.gl/YmbSLt or send a check made payable to Peru State Cross Country, Attn: Coach Katy Billings, 1412 I Street, Auburn, NE 68305. Be sure to include your t-shirt size. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. the day of the race. The starting line is near the Peru Fire Station and the finish line is near the front of T.J. Majors on the Peru State campus. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers. 10 a.m. – Parade – Downtown Peru Free and open to the public. Registration to be in the parade is available at www.peru.edu/studentlife/senate. 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Tailgate and Carnival – Campus Quad Free and open to the public. The tailgate – featuring chili, burgers, hotdogs and more – will be held on the campus Quad near the Library. The Peru State Jazz Band will be on hand to entertain the crowd on the steps of the Jindra Fine Arts Building and a carnival will be held on the green in front of T.J. Majors. A variety of other activities are planned for young and old alike. In the event of inclement weather, the tailgate will be held in the Student Center and the carnival will be canceled. 2 p.m. – Football vs. Baker University – The Oak Bowl Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (age 65 and older), and $5 for non-Peru State students ages 7-17. Peru State students with a student ID and children six and younger are admitted free. Halftime – Coronation of Homecoming King and Queen 5 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Clarke University – The AWAC Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors (age 65 and older), and $4 for non-Peru State students (ages 7-17). Peru State students with a student ID and children six and younger are admitted free. ###

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Jeff Alessandrelli has first vinyl-record only poetry press in U.S.

Jeff Alessandrelli has first vinyl-record only poetry press in U.S. SEP 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College Assistant Professor of English Jeff Alessandrelli’s vinyl-record only poetry press, Fonograf Editions, is the only press of its kind in the United States. The press’s first album, “Aloha/irish trees,” by Eileen Myles has garnered two national reviews in Nylon Magazine and DIAGRAM. Myles is the inspiration for the character of Leslie Mackinaw on the Emmy-award Amazon Prime television show “Transparent” and her career-spanning poetry collection “I Must Be Living Twice: New and Selected Poems 1975-2014” received universally strong reviews upon its publication by Harper Collins. Nylon Magazine writes of the record, “If one were going to make a vinyl of poetry in the digital era, Myles is the ideal choice for such a project. Her poems lend themselves perfectly to being read out loud.” “Besides for coming up through spoken word poetry and the St. Mark’s poetry project, her thick Boston accents relishes the words, making them juicy and tart with the kind of addictive rhythm that gets the lines stuck in your head so you want to listen to the poems again. The various sounds of the record—the squishing of her spit, the breathing punctuating the poems, the swallows, the mistakes, the repetitions, the occasional sniffs, and slurring—make it more like music than poetry.” DIAGRAM’s review highlights the medium as well, “Listening to Myles' Aloha/Irish Trees, you are consenting to both the whims of vinyl's largely uninterrupted contiguity and the integral tenacity of the reading. This makes for an altogether different experience than reading.” Fonograf Editions next record, due in November, will be “Conflation” by Rae Armantrout. Armantrout’s book, “Versed” won the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. ###

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Teacher preparation at Peru State College receives congratulations and approval from state

Teacher preparation at Peru State College receives congratulations and approval from state SEP 28, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 28, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College is pleased to announce that the School of Education has successfully completed a comprehensive state approval review by the Nebraska Council on Teacher Education (NCTE ). The approval is effective for seven years. The state review sought to evaluate Peru State College’s teacher preparation. The state review took almost two years with reviews held in October of 2014 and September of 2015. In a letter from the Nebraska Department of Education, the NCTE writes, “It was evident throughout the approval process that Peru State is committed to producing quality educators.” The letter adds, “The dedication exhibited by the entire School of Education faculty to their students is to be commended. The entire campus should celebrate the accomplishments that were witnessed through the review of all materials and the conversations with candidates, graduates, advisory committee members and others.” The Nebraska Council on Teacher Education (NCTE) is an advisory body to the Nebraska State Board of Education. Its membership is appointed by the State Board from representatives of state-wide organizations which have a direct involvement or interest in teacher and administrative preparation, and from higher education institutions in Nebraska which are approved by the State Board of Education to prepare and recommend for certification teachers, administrators, and counselors; and those people recommended for special services endorsements. In May, the College also received accreditation for seven years under the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education standards.

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Peru State Homecoming Photos and News

Peru State Homecoming Photos and News OCT 3, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College hosted its 2016 Homecoming celebration on October 1, 2016.

At the reception for the 50-year College Reunion, Dr. Dan Hanson presents a print of the Peru State College Sesquicentennial Painting by Todd Williams to Homecoming Grand Marshal Jackson Howard and his guest, Mona Beach. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Jackson Howard speaking at the Reunion. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Peru's nationally ranked Volleyball Team played Friday and Saturday night. These gentleman were there to cheer on their team! More information here on Friday and Saturday. The start of Nebraska's Toughest Mile. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Peru State's cheerleaders rode the fire trucks during Peru State's Homecoming Parade. This year the theme for Homecoming was "the Bobcat Life" with a strong Las Vegas twist. This group is just celebrating the Bachelorette Party in Vegas! Rachel Carlos and Morgan Ritchie. The Nodaway-Holt Marching Trojans took to Peru's streets for the parade! The Marching Trojans! Another photo of the Marching Trojans! Flag Corps! More than a thousand people visited Peru State's campus for free food and entertainment! Lee Sapp and Ilma Gottula enjoying a meal at Peru State! Artist-in-Resident and well-known cartoonist, Paul Fell created caricatures of campus visitors. Gideon Hogue, son of Jason and Michelle Hogue, enjoying the fun and games on Peru State's campus. Sutton Smith also enjoyed herself. The Peru State Choir sang the National Anthem before the homecoming game. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Grand Marshal Jackson Howard after completing the honorary coin toss. The Peru State Bobcats taking the field! Great tackle by Gunnar Orcutt against #3 in the nation, Baker University! More information on the game here. More than 1500 people attended Saturday afternoon's game. Homecoming King and Queen, Robbie Gilbert and Chelsea Reznicek. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Dan and Elaine Hanson crowning Robbie Gilbert (with Dr. Bill Clemente in foreground).

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Peru State Homecoming Photos and News

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Omaha natives crowned Homecoming King and Queen.

Omaha natives crowned Homecoming King and Queen. OCT 3, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 3, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Seniors Chelsea Reznicek and Robbie Gilbert of Omaha were crowned Peru State College’s 2016 Homecoming king and queen on Saturday, October 1, by President Dan Hanson, First Lady Elaine Hanson and 2015’s Homecoming queen, Chelsea Turek. The winners were elected by the Peru State student body. Chelsea Reznicek is the daughter of Mark and Patty Reznicek. She is majoring in Biology, with a minor in Exercise Science. After graduation, she plans on attending physical therapy school in order to become a pediatric physical therapist. On campus, Reznicek is a member of the softball team, Phi Epsilon Kappa, Student Athlete Advisory Council, and is also a student ambassador for the Admissions Department. She enjoys boating, eating all of the desserts she bakes and playing with her pet chicken, Stanley. Robbie Gilbert is the son of Jill and Ed Gilbert. He is majoring in K-12 Special Education with a Coaching Endorsement, and plans on teaching special education and coaching football after graduation. On campus, Gilbert is a resident assistant, student ambassador and active intramural participant. In his spare time, Robbie is a volunteer assistant football coach for the Auburn Bulldogs and fantasy football guru.

Homecoming King and Queen, Robbie Gilbert and Chelsea Reznicek. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. Homecoming Queen, Chelsea Reznicek, with Peru State President Dr. Dan Hanson. Photo courtesy of Dr. Bill Clemente. 2016 Homecoming Court, from left to right, John Ostrander, Charleen Marsh, Eric Morrison-Smith, Morgan Zurek, Tristen Nelson, Emily Hausmann, Gunnar Orcutt, Chelsea Reznicek, Robbie Gilbert, Marisa Pribnow, Zakarias Ruei, Holly Kurz, Tanner Fischer, Josephine Tennant, Ryan Zuhlke and Kelsey Young. ###

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Omaha natives crowned Homecoming King and Queen.

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Cyber Security Conference, Lincoln, September 2016

Cyber Security Conference, Lincoln, September 2016 OCT 4, 2016

CMIS faculty Lisa Parriott and Brad Griffin, students Sara Granfors, Dolores McGargill, Jimi Pinney and Samantha Richardson attended the Nebraska Cyber Security Conference on September 30, 2016. Students and faculty enjoyed a variety of interesting sessions; of particular interest were Pirates of Cyberspace and a presentation by the FBI. At the opening session, we were approached by a faculty member from another college who wanted to know what Peru State College is doing to be so successful in attracting young women to technology!

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Peru State College student organizations host food drive.

Peru State College student organizations host food drive. OCT 14, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 14, 2016, 1:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Hispanic Latino Student Association, Black Student Union, Kappa Omicron Rho, Peru Disc Golfers Association and the American Red Cross Club are sponsoring a food drive to benefit local food banks. This food drive will start on October 19th and run until November 14th. Donation boxes will be placed in building around the Peru State College campus. Some of these boxes have already appeared in campus buildings. Dr. Frank Lynott, assistant professor of education and advisor to the Hispanic Latino Student Association, writes, “Last year’s drive netted over 125 pounds of food and we hope to shatter this record in 2016.” Kristi Nies, assistant professor of English and advisor to the Black Student Union, adds that the organizations involved include students from all three schools (Arts and Sciences, Education and Professional Studies) and is a campus-wide effort. Lynott continues with praise for so many “diverse organizations working together for an inclusive goal.” Peru State College has added student engagement with community and regional needs as a main plank in its strategic plan. Student involvement in service and regional activities is cited as a best practice for their retention in college, their success in college and their career success.

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Peru State Theatre Company to present “God of Carnage.”

Peru State Theatre Company to present “God of Carnage.” OCT 14, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 7, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru Theatre Company will present the biting comedy, “God of Carnage” in late October. “God of Carnage will play from October 25 through October 30 in the Jindra Fine Arts Black Box Theatre. “God of Carnage” is a Tony Award winning comedy by Yasmina Reza that belies its basic premise of two sets of parents meeting to discuss a playground fight between their children to provide what the New York Times describes as “the cathartic release of watching other people’s marriages go boom.” The play features a small ensemble with Peru State Theatre Company members Ethan Fricke, Tristan Petz, Wesley McCord and Theresa Woods. It is directed by Laura Lippman, assistant professor of theatre, with assistance from Shannon Morgan. “God of Carnage” will be presented Tuesday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday October 27 at 5:30 p.m.; Friday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, October 30 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the general public, $5 for students and $5 for seniors. Tickets are free for Peru State College students, faculty and staff. “God of Carnage” occasionally contains language which may be unsuitable for those under 17. God of Carnage poster featuring a hamster. ###

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“Tour-n-Tailgate” set for November 5th on the Peru State Campus.

“Tour-n-Tailgate” set for November 5th on the Peru State Campus. OCT 14, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10, 2016, 1:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College Admissions will be hosting “Tour-n-Tailgate” on November 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for potential students. The event will occur before the #22-in-the-nation Peru State Bobcats take on the Culver-Stockton Wildcats at 1 p.m. The “Tour-n-Tailgate” event will feature a VIP tailgate for potential students. A tour of campus will be complimented by free food, entertainment and entry to the 1 p.m. game. Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years. The Peru State Bobcat football team moved up two spots in the most recent national NAIA poll. The 'Cats, currently 4-2 on the year, are one of five teams from the Heart of America Athletic Conference (Heart) that nationally rated. Potential students or parents of potential students interested in the event should contact Peru State College Admissions at admissions@peru.edu or

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Area children invited to Boo Bash at Peru State and Trunk-or-Treat in downtown Peru.

Area children invited to Boo Bash at Peru State and Trunk-or-Treat in downtown Peru OCT 17, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2016, 1:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College and the Peru Chamber of Commerce are hosting Halloween events for area elementary school children and their parents on Sunday, October 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will be held in downtown Peru and on the Peru State College campus. The event is free and open to the public. Families with small children are encouraged to attend. Downtown Peru: The Peru Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat in downtown Peru starting at 4 p.m. The Trunk-or-Treat will feature a costume contest judged by Peru State students, games, a photo booth, awards for the Best Trunk and candy give-a-ways. The costume contest judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. Peru State Campus: On the Peru State campus, Boo Bash begins at 5 p.m. and will feature trick-or-treating, crafts, face painting, outdoor games, snacks and other activities. Treats will be available at President Dan and Elaine Hanson’s home, directly north of the Jindra Fine Arts building. There will also be photo opportunities with “Bob” the Bobcat. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Attendees should plan to arrive on campus by 5 p.m. and follow signs to designated parking areas. The event will conclude no later than 7 p.m. ###

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Bailey Kuhlmann sets World and American Records in Las Vegas

Bailey Kuhlmann sets World and American Records in Las Vegas OCT 21, 2016 Kuhlman competing in Las Vegas with judges, media and other personnel around her.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2015, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Lincoln, Nebraska- Peru State College student Bailey Kuhlmann set four world records for women aged 18-19 in the 105-pound weight class. The world records also qualified as American records and were recorded at the American Amateur Union World Weightlifting/Powerlifting National Championship Kuhlmann’s records include: American and World Record for Squat - 85 kilograms (187 pounds) American and World Record for Bench Press - 58.5 kilograms (129 pounds) American and World Record for Deadlift - 120 kilograms (264.5 pounds) American and World Record for Total Meet - 263.5 kilograms (581 pounds) Kuhlmann said, “It was fun to see people from other countries and compete against them. I was happy and honored to be one of three Nebraskans to participate.” This summer, Kuhlmann took home first place in the Powerlifting (Raw) category for female teens weighing 114 pounds at the Cornhusker State Games. Kuhlmann is a graduate of HTRS High School and lives in Table Rock, Nebraska. She is a Kinesiology major at Peru State College and is a recipient of the Richard P. and Laurine Kimmel Exercise Science Scholarship. The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) is one of the largest, non-profit, volunteer, sports organizations in the United States. A multi-sport organization, the AAU is dedicated exclusively to the promotion and development of amateur sports and physical fitness programs. ###

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Olympian Amy Van Dyken Visits Peru State College

Olympian Amy Van Dyken Visits Peru State College OCT 21, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2016, 10:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.242 Peru, Nebraska- Six-time Olympic gold medalist and national sports announcer Amy Van Dyken has made a career out of beating the odds, both in and out of competition. The record-breaking swimmer came back from a shoulder injury to win a pair of gold medals at the 2000 Summer Olympics — adding to the four she had already won in 1996. Fourteen years later, Van Dyken was in an ATV accident that severed her spine. The 43-yearold wasn’t breathing when her husband found her and doctors only gave her a 20 percent chance of surviving the surgery. Van Dyken survived and she wants to tell her story of breaking records, beating the odds and loving life. She will share her message with classes and student organizations. Van Dyken will be on the Peru State College campus November 2 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome to attend this free event. In March, the Distinguished Speaker Series at Peru State will bring scientist, violinist and prodigy Vijay Gupta to campus. Amy Van Dyken ###

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Peru State University Celebrates 149th Anniversary

Peru State University Celebrates 149th Anniversary OCT 24, 2016 President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson, with Todd Williams to either side of the Nemaha County painting.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2016, 12:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- October 24 is the 149th anniversary of the first day of classes at what is now known as Peru State College. On June 20, 1867, the fledgling state government of Nebraska named Peru, Nebraska, as the home of the state’s first college. The college was a Normal School dedicated to training teachers. Following the school’s founding, Ernie Longfellow wrote in “The Normal on the Hill,” “The first term opened October 24, 1867, with thirty-two pupils enrolled in the Normal School.” The comparatively late start in 1867 followed the harvest. The first day of classes at Peru State this year was August 22. Nebraska’s Sesquicentennial Legacy of Nebraska 2017 calendar will also honor Peru State’s first day of classes by featuring Todd Williams “Counties of Nebraska” painting of the Peru State College campus in the month of October. Williams created a painting for every county in Nebraska to help celebrate the sesquicentennial of its statehood. Williams’ impressionistic painting is based on a photo of the Peru State campus quad in 1924. The painting features a Model T Ford, students and iconic campus buildings including the current library with its original roofline. The painting is done in oil and the tabernacle frame is covered in 24k gold gilt. The calendar can be purchased online at ne150.org/store and at historical societies across the state. In addition to being included in the calendar, the Nemaha County painting is now on display inside the College Library. It can be found to the north of the main desk after entering the west doors on the main level. The Nebraska State Normal School, now Peru State College, will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2017. The celebration will include several special events and the publication of a commemorative book through the Omaha World-Herald. Peru State College will celebrate the 150th anniversary of its first day of classes at the October 2017 Homecoming. Regular Homecoming activities will be augmented by special attention to the college’s historic role in the development of the region and state. On June 20, 2017, the college will also host a Nebraska Sesquicentennial Commission “Signature Event,” Peru State College’s Charter Commemoration: Nebraska’s Higher Education Beginnings. Other events include a special recognition at the May 2017 commencement and alumni activities. The college is also planning the opening of a new Visitor and Interpretive Center on campus with additional exhibits spread around campus. Faculty will present programs in their fields that represent the long academic history of the college. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “We have been planning the sesquicentennial since 2011. I hope alumni and everyone in the region will be able to visit campus at least once in 2017.” ###

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Peru State University Celebrates 149th Anniversary

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Bill Clemente essays published in “The Last Midnight.”

Bill Clemente essays published in “The Last Midnight.” OCT 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2015, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Dr. Bill Clemente, professor of English at Peru State College, has a new essay published in The Last Midnight: Essays on Apocalyptic Narratives in Millennial Media. His essay is titled “Corporate Abuse and Social Inequality in RoboCop and Fido.” McFrarlandBook.com writes about “The Last Midnight,” “Visions of an apocalypse began to dominate mass media well before the year 2000. Yet narratives since then present decidedly different spins on cultural anxieties about terrorism, disease, environmental collapse, worldwide conflict and millennial technologies.” “This collection of new essays explores apocalyptic themes in a variety of post-millennial media, including film, television, video games, webisodes and smartphone apps.” Clemente's essay explores these issues, “’RoboCop’ draws on distress triggered by diverse issues, from the militarization of the police to the unholy alliance of wing-nut media and global corporations.“ “And ‘Fido’ references multiple issues that continue to plague the country, from soaring corporate profits made through perpetuating fears about security, to the growing disparity between the powerful super rich and the ever diminishing political influence of the middle class and the poor.” "The Last Midnight" is Clemente’s second publication in 2016 following his article on the Cuban zombie film “Juan of the Dead,” "Zombies along the Malecón" appearing in the Spring 2016 edition of the “Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies.” Clemente will also present at the upcoming Zombie Apocalypse conference in Windsor, Canada, about an in-progress essay, "Do Zombies Smoke After Sex? Desire and Compulsion in three Zombie films, Fido, Colin, and Otto." Cover for "The Last Midnight" Clemente’s most recent other publication is "Panem in America: Crisis Economics and a Call for Political Engagement" in “Of Bread, Blood and The Hunger Games: Critical Essays on the Suzanne Collins Trilogy.” An avid photographer and bird watcher, Clemente has also published an article about birding in “The Prairie Fire.” Over the past few years, Clemente has created new classes for Peru State that include The Graphic Novel, Science Fiction Literature and Film, a class devoted to Zombie films, and a Children's Literature course on Young Adult Dystopian Fiction. “The Last Midnight” was edited by Leisa A. Clark, Amanda Firestone and Mary F. Pharr with series editors Donald E. Palumbo and C.W. Sullivan III. A leading independent publisher of academic and nonfiction books, meeting high library standards has always been a major focus, and many McFarland books have received awards from the library-oriented (Choice Outstanding Academic Title and ALA Outstanding Reference Work) to the specialized (Hugo, Edgar, Stoker, USCF Chess Book of the Year). McFarland is recognized for noteworthy books about pop culture, history, sports, the military and other topics. ###

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Bill Clemente essays published in “The Last Midnight.”

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Four more reasons to visit Peru State College!

Four more reasons to visit Peru State College! OCT 26, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2015, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- It is always a good day to visit Peru State College! The Campus of a Thousand Oaks is particularly beautiful in autumn. If autumn leaves aren’t enough to spark your interest, come visit for four more reasons: Peru State Theatre Company’s production of “God of Carnage;” Boo Bash and the Peru Chamber of Commerce’s Trunk-or-Treat; the College’s Distinguished Speaker Series with Olympian Amy Van Dyken; and "Tour-n-Tailgate" for potential students. Campus in autumn. God of Carnage (October 25-30 : “God of Carnage” is a Tony Award winning comedy by Yasmina Reza that belies its basic premise of two sets of parents meeting to discuss a playground fight between their children to provide what the New York Times describes as “the cathartic release of watching other people’s marriages go boom.” “God of Carnage” will be presented Tuesday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday October 27 at 5:30 p.m.; Friday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, October 30 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the general public, $5 for students and $5 for seniors. Tickets are free for Peru State College students, faculty and staff. “God of Carnage” occasionally contains language which may be unsuitable for those under 17. Boo Bash and Trunk-or-Treat (October 30): Peru State College and the Peru Chamber of Commerce are hosting Halloween events for area elementary school children and their parents on Sunday, October 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will be held in downtown Peru and on the Peru State College campus. The event is free and open to the public. Families with small children are encouraged to attend. The Trunk-or-Treat begins at 4 p.m. and will feature a costume contest judged by Peru State students, games, a photo booth, awards for the Best Trunk and candy give-a-ways. Boo Bash begins at 5 p.m. and will feature trick-or-treating, crafts, face painting, outdoor games, snacks and other activities. Treats will be available at President Dan and Elaine Hanson’s home, directly north of the Jindra Fine Arts building. There will also be photo opportunities with “Bob” the Bobcat. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Olympian Amy Van Dyken (November 2): Six-time Olympic gold medalist and national sports announcer Amy Van Dyken has made a career out of beating the odds, both in and out of competition.

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The record-breaking swimmer came back from a shoulder injury to win a pair of gold medals at the 2000 Summer Olympics — adding to the four she had already won in 1996. Fourteen years later, Van Dyken was in an ATV accident that severed her spine. The 43-yearold wasn’t breathing when her husband found her and doctors only gave her a 20 percent chance of surviving the surgery. Van Dyken survived and she wants to tell her story of breaking records, beating the odds and loving life. She will share her message with classes and student organizations. Van Dyken will be on the Peru State College campus November 2 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome to attend this free event. Tour-n-Tailgate: Peru State College Admissions will be hosting “Tour-n-Tailgate” on November 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for potential students. The event will occur before the Peru State Bobcats take on the Culver-Stockton Wildcats at 1 p.m. The “Tour-n-Tailgate” event will feature a VIP tailgate for potential students. A tour of campus will be complimented by free food, entertainment and entry to the 1 p.m. game. Potential students or parents of potential students interested in the event should contact Peru State College Admissions at admissions@peru.edu. More reasons to visit! Women’s Basketball plays Grace University on Friday, October 28, at 5:30 p.m. in the AWAC.

Men’s Basketball plays Northwestern College on Tuesday, November 1, at 7:00 p.m. in the AWAC.

Women’s Basketball plays College of St. Mary on Friday, November 4, at 5:30 p.m. in the AWAC.

Men’s Basketball plays Briar Cliff University on Friday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the AWAC.

Volleyball anticipates hosting a Heart post-season match on Saturday, November 5, at 7 p.m. in the AWAC ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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Peru State plans Veterans Day activities on campus

Peru State plans Veterans Day activities on campus OCT 27, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host four activities throughout the day on Veterans Day, November 11, 2016. All Veterans Day programs are open and free to the public. At 8:00 a.m., the Cadence Run will be held. Runners should meet on the campus quad. The Veterans Day Program will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the Jindra Recital Hall. Bill Hessler, Nemaha County Veterans Service Officer, will be the keynote speaker. Veterans from campus and surrounding communities are invited to attend and be recognized as part of the program. A reception will follow the program. The reception will be held at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Jindra Fine Arts Building. Phi Epsilon Kappa will host a Veterans Day Workout Warrior. The workout will be held in the Al Wheeler Activities Center (AWAC) Fitness Center. PEK plans to complete a “mini-murph,” “half-murph” and murph workout. Another workout featuring the “Deck of Cards Challenge” will also be run. Attendees are encouraged to wear appropriate workout attire. The workout will be led by Dr. Kyle Ryan, associate professor of education. Ryan is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association; a certified Sports Performance Coach with USA Weightlifting; and a Certified Level-1 CrossFit Coach. Peru State College has a long history of serving veterans and active members of the U.S. Military. In 2016, the College was named a “Military Friendly School” and a “Military Spouse Friendly School” by Victory Media.

Yearbook photos from 1919 featuring the Student Army Training Corps at the Nebraska State Normal School. ###

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Peru hosts Trunk-or-Treat downtown and Boo Bash on Peru State campus.

Peru hosts Trunk-or-Treat downtown and Boo Bash on Peru State campus. OCT 31, 2016

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College and the Peru Chamber of Commerce hosted Halloween events for area elementary school children and their parents on Sunday, October 30. The event was held in downtown Peru and on the Peru State College campus. The Peru State Men's Basketball Team hosted games at the Trunk-or-Treat downtown. Eric Behrens, Matt Crouch and Ben Cruickshank watch as Preston Crawford, Ross Goering and Wesley Paschal play. The four-and-under costume competition was fierce. Peri Sayer (witch), Jasper Shaw (Ninja Turtle), Elsie Hogue (unicorn), Albert Marquez (Ghostbuster), Burke Hardy (Braveheart) and Henry Montanelli (dinosaur) competed. Shawn Gaskill and Sophie Marks, students at Peru State, judged the Trunk-or-Treat Costume Contest. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, shows Gideon Hogue there's nothing to fear from this bobcat! With the help of Samantha Carlson, Roux Neveau (Snow White) sets up the strike at Kappa Omicron Rho's Pumpkin Bowling station. Autumn Gardner is getting a treat in Morgan Hall from Carlene Riley and Marivelle Magana. ###

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School of Education students visit HTRS Middle School

School of Education students visit HTRS Middle School OCT 31, 2016

Assistant Professor of Education, Dr. Frank Lynott, leads Peru State School of Education Students in warm-up activities before the HTRS students arrive. Brandt Leech (far left), Ashlyn Holley, Aalexxus Haug, Jill Fankhauser (face obscured) and Owen Harling work together to move a marble. Dillion Leffler, a HTRS sixth grader, knocks over a cone in a competition with Peru State teacher candidate. HTRS sixth graders, Abygail Coudeyras and Jaylyn Bohling work with Peru State teacher candidates. HTRS sixth grader, Lily Bradshaw, tradings spots under the parachute tent.

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12/11/23, 3:16 PM

Peru State Theatre Company presents “God of Carnage.”

Peru State Theatre Company presents “God of Carnage.” OCT 31, 2016

Peru, Nebraska- The Peru Theatre Company presented the biting comedy, “God of Carnage” in late October. “God of Carnage played from October 25 through October 30 in the Jindra Fine Arts Black Box Theatre. “God of Carnage” is a Tony Award winning comedy by Yasmina Reza that belies its basic premise of two sets of parents meeting to discuss a playground fight between their children to provide what the New York Times describes as “the cathartic release of watching other people’s marriages go boom.” The play featured a small ensemble with Peru State Theatre Company members Ethan Fricke, Tristan Petz, Wesley McCord and Theresa Woods. It was directed by Laura Lippman, assistant professor of theatre, with assistance from Shannon Morgan.

Wesley McCord blow drying a cell phone. Ethan Fricke comforts Tristan Petz in their roles as husband and wife. Ethan Fricke on his ever present cell phone. Tristan Petz needs a pan while Wesley McCord looks away. Theresa Woods has something more to say. Theresa Woods sips while Tristan Petz explains more about her worldview. ###

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Peru State College hosts six-time Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken.

Peru State College hosts six-time Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken. NOV 3, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Six-time Olympic gold medalist and national sports announcer Amy Van Dyken attracted two hundred and fifty people to the Campus of a Thousand Oaks on November 2. Competing with game seven of the World Series did not faze the Olympian as she described her life, Olympic competitions and struggle to walk again. The record-breaking swimmer came back from a shoulder injury to win a pair of gold medals at the 2000 Summer Olympics — adding to the four she had already won in 1996. Fourteen years later, Van Dyken was in an ATV accident that severed her spine. The 43-yearold wasn’t breathing when her husband found her and doctors only gave her a 20 percent chance of surviving the surgery. The Olympian espoused a defiant philosophy in the face of Olympic and medical trials, often repeating the idea, “Who are you, to tell me, what I can and can’t do?” Van Dyken was on campus again Thursday morning to visit with a variety of students including students interested in coaching and physical therapy. In March, the Distinguished Speaker Series at Peru State will bring scientist, violinist and prodigy Vijay Gupta to campus.

Amy Van Dyken during her speech on November 2. Amy Van Dyken was a powerful and expressive speaker during her visit to Peru State. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

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Political Science Class Surveys Peru Legislative Candidates

Political Science Class Surveys Peru Legislative Candidates NOV 3, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College hosted a new class on Engagement in the Election Process this semester. As part of the course work, the class distributed a survey with three proposals to all of this year’s candidates to the Nebraska Legislature. The student letter to candidates begins, “As a public service, our Political Science class at Peru State College, working in conjunction with election reform advocate Larry R. Bradley, is conducting a survey of all the candidates seeking office in the Nebraska Legislature.” “This survey requests your position on several Election Reform proposals. Our intention is to compile and publish the results of our survey for the benefit of our state’s voters.” After the initial letter the class followed up with a reminder letter. The classes received eight responses. The proposals and responses are included below. Proposal 1: Eliminate the “spoiler scenario” and affordably and efficiently mandate majority winners in elections by replacing the winner-take-all or First-Past-The-Post ballot Instant Runoff and Ranked Choice Voting ballots. Favor: Carol Blood, Nebraska 3: No rationale provided.

Oppose: Larry Roland, Nebraska 9: “Each citizen gets a singular vote for an office. Ranked choice eliminates this simple concept.”

Undecided: Sara Howard, Nebraska 9: “No such legislation has been introduced in Legislature. If such a proposal were to be introduced, I would want to see additional research and listen to testimony at public hearing.”

Favor: Larry Scherer, Nebraska 21: “Majority should decide elections.”

Favor: Jerry Johnson, Nebraska 23: No rationale provided.

Favor: Dick Clark, Nebraska 27: “Electoral feedback may be based on a number of factors, both rational irrational (see Caplan's The Myth of the Rational Voter). A voting system that more intelligently recognizes voter preferences is better than one that offers only a binary choice and could result in better political accountability to the public. These "smart" voting proposals may also provide an opportunity for those with third party sympathies to impact the electoral outcome. “

Oppose: Rick Kolowski, Nebraska 31: “This topic will be very confusing in multiple ways. Perhaps there should be some trial efforts on smaller local elections to work on the process.”

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Undecided: Sue Crawford, Nebraska 45: “While I support this idea in principle, I would need to understand how it could be done affordably & efficiently and in a way that voters clearly understand.”

Proposal 2: Provide an incentive for all voters to vote in presidential elections. Take away the ability of a presidential candidate to be awarded electors based on only a plurality of the vote. Instead, use Ranked Choice Voting to determine the top two vote getters in your state. Then allocate the state’s electors based on the system currently in use by Nebraska and Maine and award the Electoral College votes based on each district’s majority winner, plus the statewide majority winner for the 2 Electoral College votes given to all states. Predetermined rounding rules would be applied to make the process fair. Favor: Carol Blood, Nebraska 3: No rationale provided.

Oppose: Larry Roland, Nebraska 9: “By incentivizing candidates to pick and campaign in only those districts that provide maximum results, this proposal removes the candidate's obligation to communicate with all voters in a state. Plus, this proposal relies on ranked choice.”

Undecided: Sara Howard, Nebraska 9: “(Repeated from Proposal 1) No such legislation has been introduced in Legislature. If such a proposal were to be introduced, I would want to see additional research and listen to testimony at public hearing.”

Favor: Larry Scherer, Nebraska 21: “Does not disenfranchise votes - especially in very diverse states”

Oppose: Jerry Johnson, Nebraska 23: No rationale provided.

Oppose: Dick Clark, Nebraska 27: “I believe that states are an important check on the federal government in our constitutional republic. I would oppose policy changes that would dilute the power of states as such, including any move toward a national popular vote or other ways of allocating electoral college votes.“

Favor: Rick Kolowski, Nebraska 31: “This works in Nebraska and I would hope we could maintain this process. It works for us but I'm not sure other states could overcome either local or state-wide politics to see this as a valuable process. ”

Favor: Sue Crawford, Nebraska 45: “This electoral system encourages voting across the state, particularly for minority parties in the state that have some geographic concentration.”

Proposal 3: Eradicate gerrymandering and the contentious post-census redistricting process by the unicameral legislature. Implement a redistricting commission, similar to that used in Iowa, comprised of an even number of registered Democrats and Republicans. Favor: Carol Blood, Nebraska 3: No rationale provided.

Oppose: Larry Roland, Nebraska 9: “Gerrymandering is the check and balance to voter flight (for whatever reason). By creating (another) unelected commission while simultaneously excluding other political parties from participating in this proposal removes some of the power behind each of our votes by eliminating one of the results of winning an election; the power to gerrymander. ”

Favor: Sara Howard, Nebraska 9: previously supported LB 580 that created a Re-Districting Commission. bill was vetoed by the governor.”

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Favor: Larry Scherer, Nebraska 21: “People and urban census data; as well as rationale boundaries”

Oppose: Jerry Johnson, Nebraska 23: No rationale provided.

No position: Dick Clark, Nebraska 27: “A yes or no answer is not possible given the wording of the question, which assumes that sentence one of the question would result from the proposal in sentence two. Yes, I would like to "eradicate gerrymandering." No, I do not believe that the Nebraska Legislature should delegate its redistricting authority to an unelected body that is not directly accountable to the public.

I find especially problematic the suggestion of a commission with ‘an even number of registered Democrats and Republicans. In my legislative district, nearly a third of registered voters are registered third-party or independent. The statewide number of independent or libertarian-registered voters is approximately 252,000 or about 21 percent of the total number of registered voters in Nebraska. Why should the right of these unaffiliated or third party voters to meaningful representation be less important than those of voters who identify with the so-called ‘major parties?’ Why should each of the major parties be given equal representation on the commission given that they do not have approximately equal voter numbers? (Democrats are about 30 percent of Nebraska's registered voters, and GOP voters make up the difference of approximately 364,000 or about 49 percent). Why not ‘one man, one vote?’”

Favor: Rick Kolowski, Nebraska 31: “I backed this proposal in Nebraska. It was vetoed by the Governor. I hope we can bring this back in the future.”

Favor: Sue Crawford, Nebraska 45: “Prevent a majority party from establishing districts that make elections less competitive.”

Dr. Sara Crook, professor of history and instructor of the new course writes, “This new class was contacted by Larry Bradley of The Center Strikes Back a non-partisan organization to propose some election process changes. The PSC students reviewed Mr. Bradley’s proposals and altered the last two of the proposals to conform to their beliefs of how the election system could be improved.” “In particular, the students felt that Nebraska’s process of awarding Electoral College votes by the popular vote in each congressional district was preferable and should be adopted by the other 48 states (Maine uses the same system as Nebraska).” Crook continues, “However, the students realized that the drawing of congressional district lines would then be even more prone to gerrymandering and revised the third proposal to include a non-partisan commission composed of Nebraskans to draw the district lines.” ###

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Feeding 44 finalist for state volunteer award.

Feeding 44 finalist for state volunteer award. NOV 7, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College’s Feeding 44 program was a finalist in the Volunteer Group category of the ServeNebraska Step Forward Awards. The program was recognized at a luncheon on Friday, Oct. 28, 2016 in Ashland, NE. Je’Kerra Hopper, the student director for the program, accepted the award for Peru State. Hopper is from Lincoln, Nebraska. Photo of award presentation. Peru State student Je’Kerra Hopper is third from the left. Feeding 44 is a mobile food bank program that distributes food to those in need in Nemaha County on the second Friday of every month. To date the program has had 51 distributions and has helped serve more than 8000 people since its inception in May 2013. Rachel Henry, a 2015 graduate of the College, initiated the program. Je’Kerra Hopper, a junior Criminal Justice major, is the current student director. Dr. Julie Taylor-Costello, Director of the Center for Engaged Learning, oversees the program. "Feeding 44 being a wonderful program for the community, but also a way for students to learn about engagement and to be a part of something bigger,” said Dr. Taylor-Costello. “The entire Peru State College community makes this program possible through our volunteer efforts.” Student, staff, and faculty volunteers from the college assist clients with picking out and carrying items to their vehicles. Every month, there are between 15 and 20 volunteers (over 200 volunteers a year), which represent a variety of student organizations, clubs, academic programs, and departments. The Volunteer Group award recognizes a "group of volunteers who have served together on a common project that has impacted their community. The nominees in this category strive to make communities better places to live through a variety of activities or by focusing on one issue of primary importance in their community.” The AAA School Safety Patrol program was the winner for the category. ServeNebraska, the Nebraska Volunteer Service Commission, coordinates and supports community involvement by Nebraskans that address the needs of our communities. Lt. Governor Mike Foley presented the awards to this year’s recipients.

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Feeding 44 finalist for state volunteer award.

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Peru State alum recognized for work in realty.

Peru State alum recognized for work in realty. NOV 9, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 9, 2016, 11:30 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Bedford, Iowa- Jan DeMott of Bedford, Iowa has been recognized by Iowa Association of Realtors with the O.G. Powell / Joan Ballantyne Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award is the highest award given by the Iowa Association of Realtors. The Iowa Association of Realtors writes, “She joined the real estate industry in the early 1980’s after completing a double-major in three years at Peru State College.” DeMott sells homes, farms and real estate in Iowa. She has also served on the Iowa Real Estate Commission, as president of Bedford’s Chamber of Commerce, as a trustee of Southwest Community College and as president of the Iowa Angus Women’s Auxillary. DeMott’s award is the second real estate honor bestowed on a friend and alum of Peru State College in 2016. The Nebraska Realtors Association named Janet Palmtag of Nebraska City the Nebraska Realtor of the year in May. ###

The original press release came from the Iowa Association of Realtors. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

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Peru State hosts election night watch party.

Peru State hosts election night watch party. NOV 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 10, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- About a hundred students gathered in the Peru State College Student Center to talk politics and watch the election results pour in Tuesday night. Phi Alpha Theta, the Campus Activities Board and Political Science 316, Engagement in the Election Process, sponsored the event with the help of Dr. Sara Crook and Dr. Justin Pfeifer. Dr. Crook, professor of history, said “We thought it was important to offer our students a place to congregate and watch the election returns. We want our students to realize that for a democracy to work it does require participation by its citizens.” “As Martin Luther King, Jr. said in 1957: ‘ “Without the right to cast a ballot I cannot make up my own mind---it is made up for me. I cannot live as a democratic citizen, observing the laws I have helped enact---I can only submit to the edict of others.’ ” The Student Center holds the college’s cafeteria and features several prominent televisions. These televisions were tuned to election news and students were free to chat as results trickled out from the polls. Students were also invited to participate in political trivia and chance games. Winning came with some wonderful academic prizes including books and supplies. Some games asked for presidential trivia like who were the presidential election losers for the past fifty years or what were first ladies best known for during their tenure. Students could also participate in Clinton or Trump bingo decided by swing states. Creative Dining provided a politically themed spread. Bologna with Russian dressing was nicknamed “The Trump” while cold turkey and liberal condiments was “The Clinton.” Students enjoying trivia and food. The TV has election results in the background as students visit and study. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507.

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Leadership Nebraska City visits Peru State.

Leadership Nebraska City visits Peru State. NOV 13, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The twelfth Leadership Nebraska City class visited Peru State on Thursday, November 10. Leadership Nebraska City’s twelfth class visited several regional and Nebraska City locations in November and throughout the year. The class visited with Director of Marketing and Communications, Jason Hogue, about the College and its role in the region. Topics covered included the sesquicentennial, strategic planning and first-generation college students. The new Peru State commercial was shown. The commercial is currently playing on television, but can be found at peru.edu/media. Leadership Nebraska City was also given a tour of campus. The tours were led by Student Ambassadors. LeadershipNebraskaCity.com writes, ”Leadership Nebraska City is an annual program designed to train and equip our community’s leaders of tomorrow. Leadership Nebraska City emphasizes the importance of community involvement and ongoing service at every level.” “Together, class participants explore the many facets of life in Nebraska City – from business and industry to education, history, wellness arts, culture, public services, government, environment, and other key principles.”

Leadership Nebraska City Class 12, back row (left to right): Angie Rovetto, Brian Bock, Joel Topham, Matt Hower, Patty Coates and Melissa Turner; front row (L to R): Krystal Bassinger, Jessica Crunk, Donnette Hoyle and Veronica Meier ###

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Peru State hold Veterans Day activities on campus

Peru State hold Veterans Day activities on campus NOV 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College host four activities throughout the day on Veterans Day, November 11, 2016. All Veterans Day programs were open and free to the public. Tyson Buettgenback helps line Park Avenue with flags as part of the Veterans Day recognition at Peru State College. At 8:00 a.m., the Cadence Run was held. A few runners, including the speaker for the Veteran’s Day Program, Bill Hessler, and Peru State Cross Country Coach Katy Billings, met on the campus quad and ran to Casey’s and back. Runners from the Cadence Run including Samantha Carlson (front right), Samantha Daake (obscured), Bill Hessler and Katy Billings. A Veterans Day Program was held with Bill Hessler, former Nemaha County Veterans Service Officer, as the keynote speaker. Hessler spoke on the importance of discipline and readiness – both physically and mentally. Bill Hessler speaks to the group at Peru State College. Veterans from campus and surrounding communities were invited to attend and were recognized as part of the program. Veterans were recognized with carnations and cake was served at a following reception. Gayle Martin, Jeff Meyers and Phil Wemhoff. The Peru VFW post provided a color guard. Gayle Martin, Jeff Meyers and Phil Wemhoff led the effort. Phi Epsilon Kappa hosted a Veterans Day Workout Warrior. The workout was held in the Al Wheeler Activities Center (AWAC) Fitness Center. PEK completed a “mini-murph,” “half-murph” and murph workout. Another workout featuring the “Deck of Cards Challenge” was also completed. The workout group gathers for a photo before their tremendous effort! The workout was led by Dr. Kyle Ryan, associate professor of education. Ryan is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association; a certified Sports Performance Coach with USA Weightlifting; and a Certified Level-1 CrossFit Coach. Peru State College has a long history of serving veterans and active members of the U.S. Military. In 2016, the College was named a “Military Friendly School” and a “Military Spouse Friendly School” by Victory Media. ###

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Peru State College student organizations collected more than 220 pounds of food drive.

Peru State College student organizations collected more than 220 pounds of food drive. NOV 18, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- The Hispanic Latino Student Association, Black Student Union, Kappa Omicron Rho, Peru Disc Golfers Association and the American Red Cross Club sponsored a food drive to benefit local food banks. The food drive raised more than 220 pounds of food. All the food raised will be donated to the Southeast Nebraska Communication Action Council (SENCA). SENCA is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, developing, and operating any and all community action programs in the region. Donation boxes were be placed in building around the Peru State College campus. Students, faculty and staff contributed to the food drive. In October, Dr. Frank Lynott, assistant professor of education and advisor to the Hispanic Latino Student Association, writes, “Last year’s drive netted over 125 pounds of food and we hope to shatter this record in 2016.” This year’s 220 pounds exceeds that record. Kristi Nies, assistant professor of English and advisor to the Black Student Union, adds that the organizations involved include students from all three schools (Arts and Sciences, Education and Professional Studies) and was a campus-wide effort. Lynott continues with praise for the efforts, “HLSA, BSU, KOR, PDGA and ARCC thank you for your support in helping the estimated 46.5 million people who face “food-insecurity” in our nation. Peru State College has added student engagement with community and regional needs as a main plank in its strategic plan. Student involvement in service and regional activities is cited as a best practice for their retention in college, their success in college and their career success. Some of the food collected before it is weighed. ###

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12/11/23, 3:16 PM

Theatre Company Collaborates with Pride and BSU

Theatre Company Collaborates with Pride and BSU NOV 29, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 29, 2016, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- In the wake of the June 2016 shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, artists from around the world have come together to write short plays in reaction to the tragedy. These plays create a space to remember, mourn and celebrate those who are gone and those who still remain. To quote playwright and AFTER ORLANDO collaborator Caridad Svitch: “Through our art, we attend to the necessary fragility of life, rather than the making of life into non-life, rising a little to the ethical demand of these times with strong words, hope, faith and open empathetic lines of the heart.” AFTER ORLANDO: An International Theatre Action is a one-night-only event. The actors will present the material as a script-in-hand reading as per the instructions of the event’s creators, so that the focus remains primarily on the text. In lieu of purchasing a ticket, audience members are encouraged to donate cash or a clean personal care product for Project Response, Inc. a crisis center that provides support and advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other related issues. After Orlando will be presented on Thursday, December 1 at 5:30 p.m. in the Peru College Theatre.

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Five student groups hold toy drive at Peru State

Five student groups hold toy drive at Peru State DEC 1, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2016, 2:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- This year, a consolidated group of campus organizations is excited to announce the start of the 2016 holiday toy drive. Last year over 100 items were collected and distributed to a regional organization for local youth in need. Frank Lynott writes, “Phi Beta Lambda, the Hispanic Latino Student Association, the Black Student Union, Kappa Omicron Rho and the Peru Disc Golf Association look to meet or beat last year’s collection total. For this drive we are accepting new and gently used toys.” Collection boxes will be located on the Peru State College campus in TJ Majors, Hoyt, Jindra, the AWAC, the Student Center and the CATS Building from November 28 to December 9. Lynott adds, “As you go out shopping or clearing out the closets, please keep in mind the estimated 16.8% of Nebraska children living in poverty.”

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Peru State named a Military Friendly School for 2016.

Peru State named a Military Friendly School for 2016. DEC 2, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2015, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College has again been named a Military Friendly School by Military Friendly, a division of Victory Media. This is Peru State’s fifth year to earn this recognition. Mark Forster, Peru State College Alum and State Command Chief Master Sergeant at the Nebraska Air National Guard. Military Friendly is a nationally recognized hallmark for success in education for veterans and active duty military. Military Friendly surveys veteran and active military students to gauge their on-the-ground experience at participating schools. Only 1400 schools out of more than 4000 colleges and universities nationwide met or surpassed the survey’s benchmarks to earn the Military Friendly distinction for 2016. Peru State President Dan Hanson said, “I encourage members of the military and their families to experience first-hand the hallmarks of a Peru State education - personalized attention, relevant coursework and flexible programming.” MilitaryFriendly.com adds about Peru State College, “With one of the most comprehensive credit transfer programs in the state and the opportunity to earn life experience credit, military members may be closer than they think to achieving a college degree at either the bachelor’s or master’s level.” “Online and hybrid course work make it easy for military members to complete a degree anywhere in the world at their own pace; thus utilizing the financial benefits provided for service men and women by our country.” The Peru State College Director of Student Records, Dixie Teten, said, “Peru State has a long tradition of helping students turn military experience into college credit. Our active duty and veteran students bring a unique and necessary perspective to our classes and community.” Potential students are urged to visit peru.edu or call (866) 968-6507 to learn more about what Peru State College can do to help them reach their potential. ### For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Peru State’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. It is a college of choice fostering excellence and student achievement through engagement in a culture that promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation.

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Peru State named a Military Friendly School for 2016.

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Celebrate the season with Peru State College!

Celebrate the season with Peru State College! DEC 5, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2015, 5:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College invites the community to visit campus on Thursday, December 8 for seasonal celebrations. Campus events that day include two performances of “The Magic of Christmas” Holiday Concert and an open house in the president’s home. The third annual “The Magic of Christmas” Holiday Concert will be performed at 4:30 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. in the Jindra Fine Arts Building, room 215. Enjoy holiday favorites old and new before the closing sing-along carol. Between the concerts, join Dr. Dan and Elaine Hanson from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. in their home just north of campus at 604 Hoyt Street. The open house features holiday treats and live seasonal music. Both events are free and open to the community. ###

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Peru State's Kiana Borengasser presents at parasitology conference.

Peru State's Kiana Borengasser presents at parasitology conference. DEC 7, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 This is the first part of a seven part series on conferences Peru State students attended in the fall of 2016. Peru, Nebraska- Four members of the Peru State College Biology Department attended the 47th Annual Meeting of the Rocky Mountain Society of Parasitologists at the Cedar Point Biological Station on Lake Ogallala, September 8-10. Approximately 70 parasitology students and faculty attended the conference with both students and faculty members presenting their research at the field station. Kiana Borengasser (Walanae, HI), working with Dr. Rich Clopton, presented an oral presentation on her research entitled, “Gregarine Oocyst Production is a Function of Gametocyst Size.” Borengasser said of her research, “"In Dr. Clopton's lab I have been studying gregarines, which are gut parasites of cockroaches. I have been studying how these parasites allocate their reproductive energy.”

Kiana Borengasser Borengasser continues, “The question is do they allocate their energy to make fewer but larger offspring or a larger number of smaller offspring. In all three species of gregarines I studied, the number of offspring produced depends on available energy. Larger gregarines have more energy and produce more offspring. “As an undergraduate research student in the Clopton lab, I've been fortunate to learn many hands-on techniques and how to design and conduct research experiments." Peru State College is dedicated to providing leadership, research and networking opportunities to students in all disciplines. Conference attendance is an important aspect of the complete college experience. Dr. Tim Borchers, Vice President of Academic Affairs, writes, “Attending conferences as an undergraduate student not only gives our students a professional experience but it will be a competitive advantage for them as they interview for jobs or graduate school.” Dr. Rich Clopton was invited to give a presentation entitled “The Other Rich Clopton”, part of a series of annual talks giving insight into the lives of academicians and researchers outside of their academic, institutional and professional pursuits. Deb Clopton was named president-elect for the society in 2015 and is currently serving as president until September of 2017. Sydney Armbruster (Falls City, NE) also attended. The Rocky Mountain Conference of Parasitology was established in 1969 and remains true to its founders’ principles of providing a venue where graduate and undergraduate students can come together to develop new friendships and share the findings of their research. Interestingly, Dr. William Campbell was an invited keynote speaker at the 2015 annual meeting, just 3 weeks prior to winning

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the Nobel Prize for Medicine.

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This is the first part of a seven part series on conferences attended by Peru State students attended in the fall of 2016. Faculty and student attendees are available to be interviewed through December and January. Call 620-363-2461 for more information. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-968-6507. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Peru State students attend Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference.

Peru State students attend Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference. DEC 15, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2016, 11:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429

This is the second part of a seven part series on conferences Peru State students attended in the fall of 2016. Dallas, Texas- Students from Peru State College, all of whom are currently members or are interested in becoming members of Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), attended the “A Legacy of Leadership” National Fall Leadership Conference. Peru State’s group also worked several additional activities into the trip including a visit to Dave and Buster’s corporate headquarters, sightseeing and a visit to the American Airlines Center where the Mavericks play. Lauren Robertson, president of Peru State’s PBL chapter, said, “Dallas was an experience of a lifetime - allowing me to broaden my horizons and my business-leadership skills.” Eleven students were able to attend the conference in Dallas. PBL Advisor and Associate Professor of Business, Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, and Associate Professor of Education, Dr. Kyle Ryan, also attended. Additionally, two Peru State alumni, Ryan Arnold and Amanda Jo Cleek Arnold, who now live in Houston, visited with the group in Dallas. National Conference The national conference was part of the 75th Anniversary of Phi Beta Lambda and Future Business Leader’s of America (FBLA). At the conference students were able to select various workshops to attend (topics included networking, dos and don’ts of public speaking, fundraising, interviewing skills, teamwork, competitive events, etc.). Ryan and Grotrian-Ryan also presented a workshop entitled Embracing Leadership Development. The conference schedule writes of the workshop, “Students will learn how to be proactive in developing leadership skills. Specific examples will be provided so individuals know how to seek out opportunities.” Peru State’s delegation was recognized as the largest PBL delegation to attend the conference in Dallas. Dr. Grotrian-Ryan and Dr. Ryan presenting at the National Leadership Conference. Dave and Buster’s Dave and Buster’s is known for their family-friendly restaurants that include games of all kinds. Students were given a tour of the corporate office and met with company recruiting executives. Students met with management and corporate recruiter, Jenee Berning, and Director of Recruiting, Dave Curtis. Berning and Curtis shared about their experience in business and leadership and then asked many questions of the students. They also offered to critique resumes and conduct mock interviews with students in the coming weeks. Peru State students with Jenee Berning at Dave & Busters corporate headquarters in Dallas. Sightseeing

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Peru State students attend Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference.

Students were also fortunate to visit the JFK Memorial and see the location of where the assassination at the grassy knoll occurred. Additionally, students also went through the Holocaust Museum and spent a good amount of time at Reunion Tower. Peru State students sitting on the edge of the triple fountain at the JFK Memorial. American Airlines Center The American Airlines Center is the Dallas area's Premier Sports and Entertainment arena, and home to the NHL's Dallas Stars and NBA's Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks were in town playing the Memphis Grizzlies the Friday night of PBL’s visit. Grotrian-Ryan writes, “While we couldn’t get a formal tour of the venue due to arena schedule, their Senior Account Executive did reach out to inform me they had a Leadership Day that was occurring, and our group could participate with some of the Texas students. We jumped at the opportunity.” The American Airlines Center writes, “Leadership Day is a seminar designed to provide insight into aspects of leadership for a professional sports franchise. You will hear various Mavericks staff in leadership positions discuss their personal successes as well as various leadership traits, styles, and issues. Also learn how leadership and community service are related to the success of the Dallas Mavericks franchise on and off the court.” Rolando Blackman was the first speaker. Blackman was drafted by the Mavericks, played 11 years with the club and two more with the New York Knicks. He is a four-time All-Star and his #22 Mavericks jersey is retired. Cory Webb, Senior Account Executive for the Dallas Mavericks, adds, “ is a great speaker and has a great story (from birth in Panama to present day). He also serves as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations.” Dave Brown, executive vice president and general manager of the American Airlines Center, also spoke. Brown is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Center, one of only 9 NBA/NHL facilities in the world. He has been involved in major arena operations for over 25 years. Ben Hunt, manager of community outreach, was the final speaker. Hunt helps run and coordinate Center community events and the year-round Basketball Academy. Webb continues, “has a great story as well. He is from Australia and played college basketball at Texas Wesleyan in Fort Worth Texas.” Peru State students were also treated to special ticket experiences at the center. Grotrian-Ryan writes, “When we checked into the event, we were given two “High Five” passes, which allowed access to the high-five line when players ran onto the court.” “Additionally, Mr. Webb came over to me at the conclusion of the speaker series and gave us three courtside tickets. Each student spent one quarter of the game courtside, and they loved it!” Peru State College is dedicated to providing leadership, research and networking opportunities to students in all disciplines. Conference attendance is an important aspect of the complete college experience. Dr. Tim Borchers, Vice President of Academic Affairs, writes, “Attending conferences as an undergraduate student not only gives our students a professional experience but it will be a competitive advantage for them as they interview for jobs or graduate school.” Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) is a state and national business leadership fraternity. Peru State College’s chapter, Epsilon Tau, is open to all students interested in business and/or leadership. Students do not need to be a business major to join. Peru State students pose for a photo at the American Airlines Center. ###

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Peru State students attend Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference.

This is the second part of an seven part series on conferences attended by Peru State students attended in the fall of 2016. Faculty and student attendees are available to be interviewed through December and January. Call (620) 363-2461 for more information. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Students & Faculty Host Competition at ACJC Conference

Students & Faculty Host Competition at ACJC Conference DEC 19, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2016, 3:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 This is the third part of a seven part series on conferences Peru State students attended in the fall of 2016. Lincoln, Nebraska- The Kappa Omicron Rho chapter of Lambda Alpha Epsilon conducted the 2016 American Criminal Justice Association Lambda Alpha Epsilon (ACJA/LAE) Region 3 Conference. Peru State students raised the funds to attend the conference. Kappa Omicron Rho also brought home nine top-ten finishes from the ACJA/LAE conference. Throughout the conference participants took part in written examinations, a physical agility competition, crime scene investigation, firearms competition and a research poster competition. Conference Director and ACJA/LAE Region 3 Vice President Danny Hayes stated, “Overall, the conference was an amazing success and the members of Kappa Omicron Rho were amazing in the way the conference was run. I could not be more proud of the way these faculty, students and former students stepped up and took responsibility for making sure that this conference was a success.” Evan Davies of Omaha placed in the top ten for the upper division four times. He took fourth in the Corrections Test, fourth in the research poster competition, fifth in the Juvenile Justice Test and ninth on the Criminal Law Test. Hailey Bouwens of Lincoln competed in the lower division Juvenile Justice Test. She took seventh place. Kapa Omicron Rho also fared well in the physical activity competition. Samantha Carlson of Cozad, Nebraska, took third in the 25-andunder competition. Ronicka Schottel, instructor of criminal justice and LAE advisor, took first place in the 26-to-36 competition. Hayes, also an instructor of criminal justice, took first in the 36-and-over competition. Kappa Omicron Rho’s firearm’s team took home second place in the Professional Team Competition. The team was comprised of Davies, Hayes and Grant Jensen of Lincoln. In total, 120 members of Kappa Omicron Rho and 2 guests participated in the activities. The conference hosted members from Peru State College, Central Missouri University, Wayne State College, Metro Community College, Fort Hays State University, Garden City Community College, Kansas State University and Central Methodist University. Evan Davies writes, “Hosting the ACJA-LAE Region 3 conference was a great opportunity for the members of Kappa Omicron Rho to network with local law enforcement and to compete with the other chapters in our region. Since Kappa Omicron Rho is a relatively young chapter, we enjoyed the opportunity to host some of the older and more established chapters in our region as a way to show how much we have grown.” “During the competition, we competed against other schools in our region in academic, firearms, agility, and crime scene competitions.” Hayes writes, “The conference would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of student and faculty members of Kappa Omicron Rho including Ms. Ronicka Schottel, Dr. Amber Mahan, Evan Davies, Samantha Carlson, Samantha Daake, Hailey Bouwens, Shawn Gaskill, Grant Jensen, Lina Torres and Christian Sanchez. We were also fortunate to have assistance from former students Jake Hedden and April Taggs.” “Ms. Schottel ran the academic competition and Dr. Mahan ran the crime scene competition. Both did an amazing job! Dr. James Nevitt

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Students & Faculty Host Competition at ACJC Conference

and Dr. Kelli Gardner, both psychology professors, were also gracious enough to serve as judges for the research poster competition.” Hayes continues, “The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) was vital in making the conference a success. Members of the NDCS Special Operations Response Team (SORT) ran the firearms competition and did so in excellent fashion.” “Professional members of ACJA/LAE commented on how this firearms competition was the best run that they had seen. Members of the NDCS Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT) ran the physical agility competition and did excellent as well.” Davies adds, “It was a great opportunity for the members of Kappa Omicron Rho to hear what it is like to work in corrections from the professionals who work in the field.” “We also invited attorneys from the Nebraska Innocence Project as our keynote speakers who provided an eye-opening look at the Beatrice Six case and what factors can influence a false conviction.” The NDCS Honor Guard presented the colors for the Saturday evening banquet. During the banquet, Tracy Hightower-Henne, Executive Director of the Nebraska Innocence Project, and Jeff Patterson, Attorney for the Beatrice Six, gave an excellent presentation on wrongful conviction and the Beatrice Six case. Peru State College is dedicated to providing leadership, research and networking opportunities to students in all disciplines. Conference attendance is an important aspect of the complete college experience. Dr. Tim Borchers, Vice President of Academic Affairs, writes, “Attending conferences as an undergraduate student not only gives our students a professional experience but it will be a competitive advantage for them as they interview for jobs or graduate school.” ### This is the third part of a seven part series on conferences attended by Peru State students in the fall of 2016. Faculty and student attendees are available to be interviewed through December and January. Call (620) 363-2461 for more information. About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks" is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college's ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.

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Peru State College continues service and giving holiday tradition.

Peru State College continues service and giving holiday tradition. DEC 25, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 25, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429 Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College students, faculty and staff have a long tradition of community service and charitable giving. Despite the press of finals and the end of the semester, campus organizations are still working to meet holiday and seasonable needs. Staff, faculty and student organizations were asked to provide a short synopsis of their activities over the holiday season and any photos they might have taken as they served. Toy Drive This year, a consolidated group of campus organizations held the 2016 holiday toy drive. Collection boxes were located on the Peru State College campus in TJ Majors, Hoyt, Jindra, the AWAC, the Student Center and CATS from November 28 to December 9. Frank Lynott, the Hispanic Latino Student Association advisor, wrote in November, “Phi Beta Lambda, the Hispanic Latino Student Association, the Black Student Union, Kappa Omicron Rho, and the Peru Disc Golf Association look to meet or beat last year’s collection total. For this drive we are accepting new and gently used toys.” This year more than 125 new and gently used toys were donated. In 2015 over 100 items were collected. Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, PBL advisor, writes, “Toys will be donated to Growing Great Kids. Phi Beta Lambda, Hispanic Latino Student Association, BlackStudent Union, Kappa Omicron Rho, and Peru Disc Golf Association thank everyone who supported this event. Happy Holidays.” GreatKidsInc.org writes, “Great Kid’s vision is to protect children and their childhoods, while giving every parent the opportunity to feel confident and competent.” “We aim to have every child feel safe and secure, loved and valued, curious and capable. GKI’s mission is to partner with parents to reduce their stress and grow the essential parenting and life skills that will empower them to provide their children with a safe, loving home, and the inner strengths to reach their highest developmental potential.” Feeding 44 Peru State’s Feeding 44 held sessions in November and December. Feeding 44 serves more than 150 people a month in Peru alone. Feeding 44 is a mobile food distribution partnered with Peru State College, Catholic Social Services and the Food Bank of Lincoln.

LAE Members helping with Feeding 44: Christian Sanchez, Lina Torres, Samantha Carlson, Samantha Daake, (faculty advisor) Dr. Amber Mahan and Andrew Mahan. Auburn Christmas Opening: The Peru State softball team volunteered with the Auburn Christmas Opening. Players helped children decorate cookies and color pictures while they were waiting to see Santa Claus. Project Linus: On Monday, December 5, PILOT Club sponsored a Project Linus activity. Peru State students and PILOT Club members made fleece

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Peru State College continues service and giving holiday tradition.

blankets that will be donated to Omaha-area hospitals for their children patients. ProjectLinus.org writes, “First provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer blanketeers” The purpose of PILOT is to provide an opportunity for the students at PSC to volunteer in service learning projects that will benefit others. Targeted groups will include, but not limited to, agencies that serve those with learning and physical disabilities, retirement and nursing homes, food banks, nonprofit groups such as Peru Day Care and Girl Scouts, as well as other organizations such as Project Response, Hearts United for Animals, etc. Campus Decorating Students were heavily involved in the efforts to decorate the Peru State campus. The Peru State Foundation helps fund holiday decorations for the College. Members of the golf team helped to decorate the President’s house for the Magic of Christmas gatherings. Afterwards they were invited to eat and tell about favorite Christmas songs and traditions. Emily Whipple, Jessica Weickert, Marisa Pribnow and Lindsay Harlow help decorate the President's House. Members of the National Association for the Music Education also helped decorate on campus. The students assisted Todda Wren in hanging garland around the Student Center railing. They also helped decorate light poles on the quad. Cookies and hot cocoa were enjoyed afterwards in the President’s Home. Rebecca Denise and Derick Pounds help decorate the President's House. Adopt-A-Family Lambda Alpha Epsilon adopted a family of three children this season. Toys, pillows and other gifts were collected for the family. Kappa Omicron Rho is the chapter of American Criminal Justice Society – Lambda Alpha Epsilon on the Peru State Campus. The criminal justice honor’s society seeks to promote high standards of ethical conduct, professional training, and higher education within the criminal justice field.

Samantha Carlson and Samantha Daake pose with the gathered presents. Rake-a-thon The Student Athlete Advisory Council, including members of the baseball, softball, men’s basketball, golf, cross country, volleyball and football teams, raked leaves in Peru in November. Eighty student-athletes and coaches participated. The groups raked 25 yards which amounted to 36 truckloads of leaves taken to the compost pile. In addition, 12 bags of trash were picked up as a couple of the groups were assigned to trash detail. Committee member Samantha Carlson noted, “It was a great morning bonding with other teams. I think it was a successful time and I am looking forward to see what the future community service projects are that we come up with. Helena Figueiredo and Cristina Viera raking leaves in downtown Peru. Wrapping Presents 1 & 2 The volleyball team wrapped gifts for residents of Longs Creek Village. Phi Beta Lambda wrapped presents at Shoppes at Shadow Lake. A free will donation was accepted to benefit the honor’s society. Salvation Army and SENCA Students are not the only ones to give during the holiday season. Staff and faculty have been involved in most if not all of the above listed events and activities.

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Peru State College continues service and giving holiday tradition.

The Professional Staff Senate supported SENCA by ringing Salvation Army bells at SunMart in Auburn on Saturday morning, December 3. 90% of the donations stay in Nemaha County and the other 10% goes to the Salvation Army. The funds are used to help needy families during the winter months for things like utilities, rent, etc. Southeast Nebraska Community Action Council, Inc. (SENCA) was incorporated for the purpose of developing and operating any and all community action programs and activities. SENCA is headquartered in Humboldt, Nebraska. St. Nicholas Program Faculty and staff were able to wear jeans on Friday, December 2 if they brought toys for boys and girls of any age, stocking stuffers or holiday treats to donate to the St. Nicholas Program sponsored by Catholic Social Service in Auburn. The St. Nicholas Program received approximately 86 toys and stocking stuffers for southeast Nebraska children in need. The St. Nicholas Program is coordinated by Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska. Catholic Social Services traces its origin to 1932 and the Great Depression. Presents collected for the St. Nicholas Program. More Dr. Dan Hanson, Peru State College President writes, “For the past six years, the College’s strategic plan has included student engagement. We believe that engagement connects students to an education that benefits more than themselves.” Hanson adds, “Throughout the year, our students work to give back to our communities. However, I am always impressed by our push to do more at the end of year despite all the other pressures of college life.” “There are many more examples of the great work our students, faculty and staff do in our communities and region. It’s great to be a Bobcat.”

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