2018 - Peru State College – Online Press Releases by Peru State College Library

12/11/23, 4:30 PM

Peru State hosts 23rd Brain Quest

Peru State hosts 23rd Brain Quest JAN 8, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru State College of Education hosted their 23rd semi-annual Brain Quest learning event on December 1. Brain Quest is a biannual program for third graders that promotes science, technology, engineering, and math, or STEM learning. Elementary Education majors at Peru State designed multiple activities to encourage hands-on engagement with STEM concepts. Over 300 third graders from surrounding elementary schools participated in this year’s activities. Participating schools included Auburn, Chandler View, Falls City and HTRS. Some of this year’s projects included “Spy Training,” “Wildside Dentistry,” “Exploding Colors,” “Top Chef Peru Jr.” and “Escape Camping.” Visiting students also ate lunch on campus. Dr. Dennis Walsh (center) is assisted in his lesson by Peru State students. Dr. Gina Bittner, associate professor of education, founded Brain Quest in 2006 during her first semester at Peru State College. Bittner was joined in recent years by assistant professor of education, Dr. Darolyn Seay. They host Brain Quest along with elementary education students each fall and spring semester. Bittner says, “Brain Quest is a great opportunity for our teacher candidates to gain first-hand teaching experience with meeting students’ needs in math and science. The candidates work to use the STEM Standards (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) to engage students in meaningful lessons.” Students lean in for a better perspective. Seay had many good things to say about this year’s activities, remarking, “This event focuses on providing third-grade students with the opportunity to explore STEM-related, hands-on activities. The day has proven to be a high-impact event supporting community engagement, and lots of fun for all.” ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State Art Gallery hosts two exhibits in January

Peru State Art Gallery hosts two exhibits in January JAN 12, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State’s sesquicentennial celebration continues this month by hosting two exhibits from the Museum of Nebraska Art – Kearney: Early Nebraska Women Artists and Charles Guildner: Rural Schoolhouses. These exhibits are made available through the Museum of Nebraska Art’s ARTreach program and with support provided by a grant from the Nebraska Arts Council and Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Nebraska Arts Council Executive Director Suzanne Wise commented, “Peru State contributes a great deal to advancement of the arts in southeast Nebraska. We commend the work being done by organizations such as Peru State because the arts are important to the education and quality of life for all Nebraskans.” The Peru State Art Gallery is located in the AV Larson building and is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm and by appointment. To make an appointment to view the exhibit, email tvangundy@peru.edu or rcrotty@peru.edu. “Early Nebraska Women Artists” features the art made prior to 1955 by 16 female artists. The artists include Elizabeth Honor Dolan, Alice Righter Edmiston, Katherine Burnap Faulkner, Myra Biggerstaff, Freda Stuff Spaulding and others. This collection offers an historical glimpse into Nebraska’s past through the lens of Nebraska’s female artists. Highlighting creative work by women in the early years of Nebraska statehood allows students, the campus and region to view the work of artists who, by virtue of their gender, are often lesser known than their male counterparts. The second exhibit, “Charles Guildner: Rural Schoolhouses” features the photographs of Charles Guildner. Guildner is known for highlighting elements of rural life such as farming and ranching families. Guildner photographed 40 still-working schoolhouses in Nebraska between 2004 and 2007 and created a collection to highlight this special feature of rural life. Peru State College was founded as a teacher’s college, and this exhibit relates to the College’s leadership in educating Nebraska’s teachers since 1867. The Nebraska Arts Council (NAC), a state agency, provides numerous grants, services and special initiatives that help sustain and promote the arts throughout Nebraska. NAC is supported by the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, Nebraska Legislature and National Endowment for the Arts. To learn more visit artscouncil.nebraska.gov. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December JAN 12, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College and its President, Dr. Dan Hanson, granted degrees to 149 graduates on Friday, December 15, 2017. Peru State granted 72 Master of Science in Education degrees, 5 Master of Science in Organizational Management degrees, 58 Bachelor of Science degrees and 14 Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. President Hanson said, "Peru State College is proud of our December graduates and knows they will represent our institution well. We congratulate them on successfully completing a degree through the investment of their time and energy." The formal ceremony for all 2017-2018 graduates will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018, in the Al Wheeler Activity Center. Nestled in the hills of historic southeast Nebraska, Peru State College offers a mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. Established in 1867 as Nebraska's first college, Peru State has transformed over the past century and a half into a state-of-the-art institution offering diverse, multifaceted educational programs to around 2,400 students.

NAME

DEGREE

MAJOR

CITY

STATE

Aguirre, Ricardo

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Longmont

Albrecht, Amie Marie

Bachelor of Science

K-12 Special Education

Wilber

Allen, Kristen

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Wausa

Allgood, Kylie Jo

Bachelor of Science

Elementary Education

Lincoln

Andersen, Sheri L.

Bachelor of Science

Management

Omaha

Anderson, Miranda

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Wayne

Ascherl, Jamie Ann

Bachelor of Science

Mathematics Teaching

Stapleton

Ascherl, Samuel John

Bachelor of Science

Biochemical Science

Tryon

Avilla, Michelleann

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Bancroft, Reeva Rae

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Plattsmouth

Bartels, Wade Joseph

Bachelor of Science

Computer/Management Information

Lincoln

Kearney

Esteban

Don

Marlita

Systems Barto, Alexander S.

Bachelor of Applied Science

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Management

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Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Bates, Erin Marie

Bachelor of Science

Biochemical Science

Lincoln

Bauer, Michelle

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Duncan

Bearns, James

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Long Beach

Bednar, Staci Diane

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Beatrice

Beglau, Ryan Daryl

Bachelor of Science

Computer/Management Information

Philadelphia

Systems Bianchi, Angela Marie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Sterling

Bianchi, Nathan

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Weeping

Water Bik, Kassandra Lynn

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Bishop, Katie Nicole

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Fremont

Blevins, Andrea Marie

Bachelor of Science

Criminal Justice/Law and Society

Council Bluffs

Blum, Heidi Lynn

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Elkhorn

Bockman, Amy J.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Weeping

Water Bodenus, Kaila

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

North Platte

Brase, Taylor Erin

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Superior

Brichacek, Shane Isaac

Bachelor of Science

Biochemical Science

Omaha

Brumbaugh, Scott Alan

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Pawnee City

Buggi, Wendi Sue

Bachelor of Science

English Education

Tecumseh

Burdick, Brianna

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Central City

Burks, Chasity Danielle

Bachelor of Science

Management

Somerville

Carlstrom, Brenna

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Lincoln

Caspers, Whitney Ann

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Tecumseh

Chubbuck, Hannah

Bachelor of Science

Management

Raymond

Bachelor of Science

Wildlife Ecology

Falls City

Cubas, Daniela

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Lincoln

Dabelstein, Ashley

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Gierau

Marie Coonce, Christopher Michael

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Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Daffer, Rilee Nicole

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Broken Bow

Daigle, Eric James

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Dean, Joshua James

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Valentine

DeLany, Denise R.

Master of Science in

Entrepreneurial and Economic

Prairieville

Organizational Management

Development

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Omaha

Earhart, Mariah Lauren

Bachelor of Science

Early Childhood Education Inclusive

Nebraska City

Edwards, Robert C.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Elkhorn

Eikmeier, Amy Paul

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Fremont

Emile, David

Bachelor of Science

Computer/Management Information

Peru

Duncan, Zachary Charles

Systems Emile, Primerose

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Port-AU-Prince

Emory, Roy D.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

David City

Endorf, Sydne Jae

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Elba

Essen, Emily Ann

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Fremont

Gaston, Marissa LeAnn

Bachelor of Science

Elementary Education

Wilber

Gerdes, Courtney

Bachelor of Science

Early Childhood Education Inclusive

Omaha

Gilbert, Robert Floyd

Bachelor of Science

K-12 Special Education

Omaha

Grace, Garrett Bertram

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Wiggins

Graham, Anna Marie

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Council Bluffs

Graham, Jacinda Krystal

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Gross, Tyler Jensen

Bachelor of Science

Marketing

Bellevue

Gustafson, Jamie Anne

Master of Science in

Entrepreneurial and Economic

Polk

Organizational Management

Development

Haag, Jared Anthony

Bachelor of Science

Elementary Education

Hickman

Hall, Danielle Katlyn

Bachelor of Science

Elementary Education

Lincoln

Hamblin, Emily Jordan

Bachelor of Science

Early Childhood Education Inclusive

Omaha

Hamzhie, Jessica Marie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Marie

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Hankenson, Jr., Jody

Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Bachelor of Science

Management

Omaha

Haschke, Joseph N.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Hergenrader, Megan

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Kansas City

Hodges, Aubrey L.

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Rexford

Hoschar, Hannah

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

La Vista

Hubbell, Allison Marie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Huntley, Kelli Rae

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Bellevue

Johnson, Jacqueline

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Johnson, Rebecca

Master of Science in

Entrepreneurial and Economic

Auburn

Marie

Organizational Management

Development

Jones, Clinton R.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Daykin

Jorczak, Jr., Russell Alan

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Kamana, Marie

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Monroe

Karel, Curtis

Bachelor of Science

Management

Johnson

Kiehn, Callie Kay

Bachelor of Science

Sport and Exercise Science

Lincoln

Knapp, Rochelle L.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Grand Island

Koch, Nicolette Marie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Wynot

Kohls, Rachel Maria

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Lee

Ann

Nicole

Lee

Consolatrice

Grove Larsen, Jason Allen

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Fremont

Leiting, Mark Joseph

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Lincoln

Leslie, Grant A.

Bachelor of Science

Marketing

Peru

Lind, Regan Nicole

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Nebraska City

Lofing, Chase Duane

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Nebraska City

Lunsford, Katelin Jean

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Falls City

Mach, Christy L.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Lexington

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Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Malone, Amber Lea

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Mamaril, John Patrick T.

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Lincoln

Manis, Lisa Kay

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Marion

Marshall, Julie Lynn

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Hebron

Martin, Sarah E.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Massey, Keith Laphon

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

McNabb, Kordell

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Milford

McPolin, Meghan A.

Bachelor of Science

Management

Orland Park

Miller, Leah Lanae

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Mohr, Julia

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Wausa

Moore, Woodrow

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Ewa Beach

Moran, Julianna Marie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Lincoln

Mowry Eickhoff, Stevie

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Stella

Mullins, Elizabeth Bell

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Murphy, Jordan Dean

Bachelor of Science

Health and Physical Education K-12

Wymore

Musgrave, Courtney

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Myhre, Linn Sophie S.

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Land O Lakes

Nicholson, Eric

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Lacey

Otten, Rebecca Ann

Bachelor of Science

Marketing

Clayton

Palmquist, Alex

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Palmquist, Katelyn

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Payne, Phillip James

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Utica

Perkowski, Andrew

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

King George

Pieper, Jean M.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Elkhorn

Pinkerton, Rachel Lynn

Bachelor of Science

Criminal Justice/Justice Counseling

Auburn

McCory

Cherie'

Rose

John

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Plympton, Serina R.

Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Bachelor of Science

Criminal Justice/Justice

Nebraska City

Administration Pribnow, Marisa

Bachelor of Science

English Education

Lincoln

Radtke, Kara

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Ramirez, Kimberly

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Kearney

Reiber, Lynzee

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Hastings

Reznicek, Nicole Ann

Bachelor of Science

Middle Grades Education

Omaha

Richt, Timothy P.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Riley, Scott

Bachelor of Science

Management

Auburn

Rosane, Jay P.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Summerville

Rosse, Brian M.

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Kearney

Roush, Hayley Renae

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Shenandoah

Scherer, Jerika Elaine

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Lincoln

Schluter, Jamie Lee

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Odell

Schumacher, Rashea

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Shiflett, Rena Lynn

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Box Elder

Sixkiller, Dakota Shane

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Glenpool

Slama, Emily Ann

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Peru

Smallfoot, Rebecca

Bachelor of Science

Music K-12 Vocal/Instrumental

Auburn

Fort

Elizabeth

Kaye

Denise Sontag, Matthew

Education Bachelor of Science

Criminal Justice/Law and Society

Alexander

Lauderdale

Spath, Alexis K.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Lincoln

Splinter, Sarah

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Henderson

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Stoner, Scott E.

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Columbus

Taylor, LaVonne

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Saint Louis

Elizabeth Standish, Theresa Jeanne

Shane'e

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Peru State College awards 149 degrees in December

Thavenet, Jamie Lynn

Bachelor of Science

K-6 Special Education

Beatrice

Thomas, Robin Stewart

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Vancouver

Uher, Eric C.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Hebron

Valerius, Jr., Michael E.

Bachelor of Applied Science

Management

Blue Grass

Vancura, Brady R.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Lincoln

Vandiver, Bethany

Bachelor of Science

Elementary Education

Auburn

Voboril, Aubrey Lynne

Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Wahoo

Wallace, Cera L.

Master of Science in Education

Curriculum and Instruction

Loganville

Warnke, Tyler Lee

Master of Science in

Entrepreneurial and Economic

Houston

Organizational Management

Development

Williams, Robert

Master of Science in

Entrepreneurial and Economic

Toronto

Joseph

Organizational Management

Development

Yigezu, Hayalnesh

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Lincoln

Younker, Tracey Lee

Bachelor of Science

7-12 Special Education

Plattsmouth

Zoubek, Brooke Jean

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Dorchester

Marie

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Week of activities in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. announced at Peru State

Week of activities in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. announced at Peru State JAN 12, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - The Peru State College Council for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (CDEI) has announced the Week of Activities Celebrating Social Justice in Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. beginning Monday, January 15, 2015. All activities will be held in the entrance to the Student Center from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM. The Council writes, "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr in his Letter from Birmingham Jail (1963) suggested among other things that social injustice anywhere, against any one, is a threat to justice everywhere and to everyone." "In addition Dr. King calls for and supports non-violent direct action to address issues of social injustice. In Remembrance of Dr. King and his efforts to bring about social justice and awareness, the CDEI has a week of activities planned for the PSC Community." Monday (1/15): Social Justice Pledge T-shirt activity. Tuesday (1/16): Balloon Activity-“Who Am I?” Wednesday (1/17): PSC Community Wordle. Thursday (1/18): Globe Activity-“Where in the world are you from?” ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:30 PM

Peru State history book win Nebraska 2018 Book Award

Peru State history book win Nebraska 2018 Book Award JAN 18, 2019

Lincoln - The Nebraska Center for the Book announced 17 Nebraska Book Award winners for 2018. The award for Cover/Design/Illustration was presented to Peru State College's sesquicentennial book, Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future Since 1867. Nebraska’s First College was created in collaboration with the Omaha World-Herald and Dan Sullivan. Sullivan was the author of the book and Christine Zueck-Watkins served as the designer. The Nebraska Book Award follows a 2018 Circle of Excellence gold award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). The book blurb reads, “Peru State College celebrates its 150th year in 2017. The Nebraska school’s history is a rich tapestry of innovation, endurance, community service and pursuit of educational excellence. Celebrate the sesquicentennial with a look back through the remarkable story that began with a vision on a hilltop in Peru.” Due to the inclement weather both Sullivan and Zueck-Watkins were unable to attend the award ceremony. Peru State's Director of Marketing and Communication, Jason Hogue, was able to attend the ceremony. Jason Hogue accepts the award on behalf of the College, Sullivan and Zueck-Watkins from Twyla Hansen, Nebraska's State Poet. Zueck-Watkins sent in written remarks, including, "Dan and I made numerous trips to Peru State College during the two plus years we worked on the book. Dan conducted many interviews and did all of the research and writing. I scanned and retouched hundreds of old photos from the school archives and designed this 320-page book." "The result is a volume that tells the fascinating history of the 150-year old school and captures the essence of 'The Campus of 1000 Oaks.' It was an honor to help tell this story." Sullivan had previously written, "The award is a tribute to the rich history of Peru State College. It was an easy story to tell: From the vision and determination of the school's founders in 1867, all the way to Peru State College today, as it shapes the leaders of tomorrow." Other contributors to the book included editors Jeff Alessandrelli, Wendi Buggi, Ted Harshbarger, Jason Hogue, Nicole Hilder, Rebecca Johnson, Amy Mincer, Rich Mills, Kathy Sullivan, Faith Thomas and Pam Thomas. Jason Hogue and Michelle Kaiser were credited for additional research. Illustrations of past and current campus buildings were done by Brandi Hull. Photography credits included Angela Allgood, Wendi Buggi, Bill Clemente, Promise DeBilzan, Arlene Fell, Paul Fell, Ted Harshbarger, Jason Hogue, Brandi Hull, Rebecca Johnson, Malone and Co., the Peru State College Foundation, Becki Propst, Kent Propst, the Omaha World-Herald, Kellen Sailors, Dan Sullivan and Christine Zueck-Watkins. A copy of the award-winning book can be purchased by visiting www.peru.edu/150. Book purchases support the Peru State College Foundation’s mission to assist and support Peru State College’s programs and services including scholarships for hundreds of students. The complete list of Nebraska Book award winners can be found at http://centerforthebook.nebraska.gov/awards/nebookawards.html About Nebraska Center for the Book and the Nebraska Library Commission The Celebration of Nebraska Books is sponsored by Nebraska Center for the Book and Nebraska Library Commission, with support from History Nebraska’s Nebraska History Museum. Humanities Nebraska provides support for One Book One Nebraska. The

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Peru State history book win Nebraska 2018 Book Award

Nebraska Center for the Book is housed at the Nebraska Library Commission and brings together the state’s readers, writers, booksellers, librarians, publishers, printers, educators, and scholars to build the community of the book, supporting programs to celebrate and stimulate public interest in books, reading, and the written word. The Nebraska Center for the Book is supported by the national Center for the Book in the Library of Congress and the Nebraska Library Commission. As the state library agency, the Nebraska Library Commission is an advocate for the library and information needs of all Nebraskans. The mission of the Library Commission is statewide promotion, development, and coordination of library and information services, “bringing together people and information.” ###

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry announces scholarship for Peru State's Trey Nelson

Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry announces scholarship for Peru State's Trey Nelson JAN 18, 2018

Lincoln - Peru State's Treyten "Trey" Nelson was awarded the Roy Smith Scholarship by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Nelson was one of six individual scholarship winners announced. The announcement reads, "All six scholarship winners will be honored at the chamber’s Nebraska Business Hall of Fame banquet and induction ceremony on Feb. 1 in Lincoln. Each scholarship winner will receive $2,500." Nelson writes, "I would like to thank Roy A. Smith’s family and the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce for awarding me the Nebraska Business Hall of Fame Scholarship. This is a great honor and I feel truly blessed." “The business community understands that while recognizing past accomplishments is important, we must also build our future to ensure strong business growth,” State Chamber President Barry Kennedy said. “The State Chamber is proud to honor these deserving young adults. They are tomorrow’s business leaders." Nelson is a junior from Lincoln, majoring in business administration. He currently serves as Peru State's Student Senate President and has twice been nominated by Governor Ricketts to serve as the College's Student Trustee on the Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees. "I have always had a passion for business and strive to create new business opportunities in our great state," Nelson continues, "I started my first company last year and have been fortunate to have great professors at Peru State College to assist me in this venture and pursue my passions. " Nelson says of his future plans, "The Nebraska Hall of Fame Scholarship will help me accomplish my goal of graduating with three majors in four years. After graduation I plan to stay in southeast Nebraska and continue my business ventures while striving to give back to the community that has given so much to me." In 2017, Peru State College junior Amber Cook of Rock Port, Missouri also received the Roy Smith scholarship. Cook will graduate in May 2018 with a major in Business Management, Computer Management and Information Systems with a minor in Organizational Leadership and Management. Roy Smith was a car salesman and a longtime advocate for business in Nebraska and Omaha. He was named to the Omaha Business Hall of Fame and the Nebraska Business Hall of Fame. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:37 PM

Seven Peru State students attend Phi Alpha Theta National Conference

Seven Peru State students attend Phi Alpha Theta National Conference JAN 18, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Seven Peru State students traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana for a national history honor society conference. Students attending the National Biennial Phi Alpha Theta Conference were accompanied by history professors Dr. Kathleen Nehls and Dr. Sara Crook

Three of the seven students presented papers during the conference. Kaitlin Benefiel and Ben Nelson presented on papers from their senior thesis in HIST 425, a seminar in American History. Rachael Hall presented a political science paper she revised for the conference.

Benefiel’s paper, entitled “Busting Sod and Stereotypes: Laboring Women of the Homesteading Era,” detailed personal diaries and memoirs from western women who labored in non-traditional roles during the homesteading period in the American West.

Benefiel said, “Public speaking has always been an anxiety-inducing activity for me, and I wouldn’t have ever guessed that I would willingly put myself in a situation like this. Even before we went to New Orleans, presenting my research in front of my classmates worried me, and now I’m looking forward to my next opportunity to present research for a group of people!”

Nelson’s presented on his paper, “A Child’s Life: Japanese American Children’s Experience in WWII Relocation Camps.” Using recent oral histories, Nelson wrote to further understand Japanese-American children’s experiences in World War II internment camps and how those experiences impacted their lives.

Nelson said, “After presenting my paper in New Orleans at the Phi Alpha Theta history conference, I was able to reflect upon the tremendous amount of work needed to complete our papers, and I am extremely grateful for all of the help and support we received from our teachers and the campus community.”

“Thanks to Phi Alpha Theta and Peru State College I feel I am that much closer to success.”

Hall’s paper, entitled “Troubled Medicine: A Brief History of the Lethal Injection,” drew from medical journals, court documents, newspapers, electronic and digital media and magazine accounts. Hall analyzed Dr. Jay Chapman’s creation of the lethal injection and its controversial history.

Dr. Nehls said, “Peru State can be very proud of how these budding scholars represented the school. Their presentations were poised and well-delivered, and they fielded questions from the audience easily and in a way that reflected how assiduously they had pursued their research.”

Bailey Dennis, another conference attendee, said, “The best experience I had attending the PAT national conference was listening to the papers students had written. My favorite paper was by a woman who did research on French Women during World War II. It inspires me to do research on the topic, but also to want to write my own paper and submit one for the conference.”

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Seven Peru State students attend Phi Alpha Theta National Conference

Peru State’s Phi Alpha Theta President Samantha Jackson said, “The honor of attending a national conference is wonderful for our Phi Alpha Theta chapter, Eta Delta, because we represented what a chapter at a small school is capable of.”

Jackson added, “Our chapter also caught the eye of an executive on the National Phi Alpha Theta board last year and year received Honorable Mention for the Best Chapter Award.”

Dr. Sara Crook adds, “The National President encouraged us to apply once he learned of all the activities the group had been pursuing the past couple of years, particularly the fundraising activities for purchase of the new state historical marker, and the retooling of the Little Red School House into the Visitor and Interpretative Center.”

Jackson concludes, “As a result, Peru State College Phi Alpha Theta was mentioned in the conference booklet, which brought attention to our name and allowed us to see what we all do makes an impact at the national level.”

For more information about Peru State’s Phi Alpha Theta chapter, contact Dr. Sara Crook at scrook@peru.edu or (402) 872-2279.

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Chelsea Turek to be published in The National Social Science Journal

Chelsea Turek to be published in The National Social Science Journal JAN 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Recent Peru State graduate, Chelsea Turek, will be published in one of The National Social Science Journal’s quarterly publications in 2018. Her article, Poland: A History of War and Its Impact on Catholicism, was accepted for publication following a blind review. Executive Director of the NSSA, Dr. Jerry Baydo, wrote Turek, “We are happy to inform you that your article Poland: A History of War and Its Impact on Catholicism has been accepted for publication in our strictly refereed national journal: The National Social Science Journal.” Turek comments, “During the summer of 2016 I went to Poland on a religious pilgrimage. I thought it would be interesting to see what people perceived as holy and why. I wondered how Poland’s history of terrible wars and genocide was related.” “The title of my paper is ‘Poland: A History of War and Its Impact on Catholicism’ and I had pilgrims going with me on the trip answer questions before and after the trip about what they believed was holy and why.” Turek presented at the National Social Science Association Conference in the spring of 2017. “Dr. Ruskamp suggested presenting at the NSSA conference and sending my paper to the Journal,” Turek writes, “I presented with people who had doctorate and master degrees.” “Without Dr. Ruskamp I would not have had the opportunity to go to St. Louis and present on the same stage as professionals or to be published, I am grateful.” Turek graduated from Peru State in May of 2017. She is currently teaching English to elementary school students in China. The National Social Science Journal has been the major journal of the National Social Science Association for 29 years and is a blind refereed journal. The Journal accepts 12% to 15% of submissions. Turek is originally from York, Nebraska. ###

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12/11/23, 4:42 PM

Peru State will host 45th Annual High School Business Contest

Peru State will host 45th Annual High School Business Contest JAN 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- For the 45th year, Peru State College will host the Annual High School Business Contest on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. More than 400 students from Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas high schools are scheduled to compete for scholarships and awards. Students and business instructors are invited to a general assembly meeting at 8:30 a.m. in the Al Wheeler Activity Center. At the end of the contest, an awards ceremony will take place at 1:15 p.m. in the AWAC for final announcements and awards. Members of Phi Beta Lambda will hand out snacks after the awards assembly. Competitions will be held in 16 different disciplines, including accounting, advanced accounting, business communications, business ethics, business law, business math, computer concepts, economics, entrepreneurship, introduction to business, job interview, keyboarding (skills), marketing, personal finance, web page design, and word processing. First-place winners in each of the 16 categories will be awarded $500 tuition scholarships for on-campus classes to Peru State. Medals will be awarded to first through fifth place winners. For more information on the Business Contest’s events, visit www.peru.edu/professionalstudies/businesscontest or contact Lisa Parriott at lparriott@peru.edu or (402) 872-2273. ###

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Peru State College will host Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commemoration program

Peru State College will host Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commemoration program JAN 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State College will host a Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commemoration Program on February 1, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre of the Jindra Fine Arts building. Hosted by Black Student Union, Phi Alpha Theta and the Mayhew Cabin, the program will include dramatic readings of Douglass’ speeches and a Douglass impersonator. Frederick Douglass, an African-American social reformer, escaped slavery to become a well-known abolitionist in Massachusetts and New York in the mid-1800s. Douglass is known for his intelligent writings and well-crafted speeches. During the 1872 election, Douglass also became the first African-American nominated for Vice President of the United States with Victoria Woodhull as his Presidential nominee. Douglass has written three autobiographies: A Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, published in 1845; My Bondage and My Freedom, published in 1855; and Life and Times of Frederick Douglass, published in 1881. All three of his autobiographies detail his life as a slave and free man as he enters into American politics and civil rights movements to abolish slavery. This program will be the first event of many in February as part of Peru State’s celebration of Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Month. For more information on the events, contact Dr. Sara Crook at scrook@peru.edu, or Kristi Nies at knies@peru.edu.

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Horatio Alger Association names Donna Neeman 2018 Alumnus of the Year

Horatio Alger Association names Donna Neeman 2018 Alumnus of the Year FEB 13, 2018

Alexandria, Virginia - Donna Neeman, Peru State class of 2008, was named the 2018 Alumnus of the Year by the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans. Every year the Horatio Alger Association honors an alumnus scholar who has previously earned an undergraduate degree as well as distinguished her or himself academically, professionally, and philanthropically. A press release reads, “The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., is pleased to announce that Donna Neeman has been selected as the 2018 Alumnus of the Year.” The 2018 Alumnus of the Year Award includes a $10,000 grant from the Association. This grant may be used for continuing education, previous educational loans or as a $10,000 donation to the Alumnus of the Year’s high school for scholarships in 2018. Donna Neeman Neeman said, “I am beyond humbled! I can’t help but be thankful for the adversity I’ve faced in order to shape me into the person I am today. I’ve always loved giving back and contributing to my community, it’s just very humbling to be recognized for it.” “Donna is the Association Field Director for the state of Nebraska and will serve on the National Scholars Conference volunteer staff this spring. Additionally, Donna recently accepted a volunteer position as the Region 2 Coordinator to drive attendance at the 2018 Alumni Summit,” continues the press release. Neeman is also one of more than sixty State Field Directors. Neeman is currently the only Field Director in Nebraska. Neeman said, “I feel very passionately in spreading the word about the Horatio Alger Association and its scholarship opportunities. The Midwest has a high percentage of low income families, and I was one of the fortunate students to receive a scholarship. I fear students might stray from higher education due to financial hardships, so I will do my best to push out information on the scholarship opportunities to help my fellow Midwestern students gain access to higher education.“ HoratioAlger.org writes, “The Horatio Alger Association has a network of nearly 60 volunteers located around the country who serve as localized representatives of the Association to promote the Horatio Alger scholarship opportunities to low income youth in their state.” Donna is also the first State Scholar to receive the Alumnus of the Year award. HoratioAlger.org states, “State scholarships are awarded to eligible students in all fifty states and the District of Columbia. The program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives.” Neeman adds, “In 2004, when I was notified I was a State Scholar, I didn’t realize how big of a deal it was. Once you receive a scholarship through the Horatio Alger Association, you are immediately a part of a family of likeminded individuals that want to see you succeed. It wasn’t even about the money at that point, but it was more of an honor to have the Association look at me and say they couldn’t wait to see what I will accomplish.” The release finishes, “The Association is grateful to Donna for all of her tremendous work and we look forward to highlighting her good efforts throughout the year to come.” Neeman earned a degree in Psychology from Peru State before moving to Guam for three years. She has since moved back to Nebraska and currently serves as the Director of TRIO Student Support Services at Northeast Community College in Norfolk.

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Horatio Alger Association names Donna Neeman 2018 Alumnus of the Year

Neeman is originally from Wausa, Nebraska. In Norfolk, she is involved with Kiwanis Emerging Leaders, Norfolk Mayor’s Diversity Council, Norfolk City Planning Commission and Youth Philanthropy Council. She was also able develop a scholarship for local high school seniors whom attend Northeast Community College. Neeman is currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Education program with a focus on Higher Education Student Affairs at Fort Hays State University online. Since 1984, Horatio Alger Association Members and Friends have been funding need-based college scholarships to support deserving young people to overcome their adversity and pursue their dreams through higher education. So far the Association has awarded more than $125 million to approximately 20,000 students. In addition to undergraduate scholarship support, the Association offers a number of services and opportunities to Horatio Alger Scholars including financial aid and scholarship counseling; college readiness tools; support and referral services; mentoring programs; an alumni association; and graduate grants. ###

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Peru State named third most affordable online Masters Degree in Entrepreneurship

Peru State named third most affordable online Masters Degree in Entrepreneurship FEB 13, 2018

Houston, Texas - AffordableColleges.com has created a 2018 list of Affordable Online Master’s Degrees in Entrepreneurship. The five school list has Peru State locked at third in the nation. AffordableColleges.com writes, "If you’ve always dreamed of being your own boss, if you have an idea for a new product or service, or if you currently run your own business and want to take it to the next level, then a Master’s in Entrepreneurship might be right for you."

"Meant for business-minded individuals, online graduate programs in entrepreneurship train you for the challenges of business ownership. In addition to finance and marketing courses, many programs also provide mentorship and access to valuable resources, such as legal advice and networks of venture capitalists." AffordableColleges.com writes of the Master of Science in Organizational Management (MSOM) program, "This asynchronous online program offers cheap tuition and is flexible enough to meet the needs of nontraditional graduate students. The MSOM coursework allows students to work on their own businesses and community enhancement projects throughout the program." Peru State College was the only school listed in the four-state region. More information can be found here. ###

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Natilie Williams speaks on campus to student leaders.

Natilie Williams speaks on campus to student leaders. FEB 13, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Student Organization Leadership Development (SOLD) hosted Natilie Williams on campus to speak about college success and student leadership. Williams' presentation to Peru State's student leaders included hands-on group work writing goals. Williams told the group, "You are 42% more likely to accomplish a goal if you write it down." > Natilie Williams speaking to the SOLD group. Crystal Hutson, Peru State's Student Activities Coordinator, shared with students, "Natalie Williams is not only a professional speaker, corporate business analyst and college instructor, but also a proud south-side Chicagoan that values student leadership." Williams' website, NatWillSpeak.com adds, "At 20 years old, she received her bachelor’s degree and at 22 years old, she received a Master of Arts in Intercultural Communication. She received both degrees without any student loan debt! She currently travels the nation to inspire students to push through their circumstances and achieve their wildest dreams." SOLD is a monthly presentation series that focuses on the development of student organization leaders at Peru State College. The series focuses on a different topic each month and targets students involved in PSC Student Organizations, however is open to any interested student. Topics addressed include: retention and retaining members, marketing your organization, effective leadership, collaborating and building community and transitioning leadership, just to name a few. Williams' thesis at Illinois State landed her a guest appearance on the Steve Harvey show. The thesis focused on the relationships of characters in the television series, A Different World, and how those relationships set in a historically black college continue to be important to conversations about attending college. Williams' appearance coincided with a reunion of the Different World cast. The Chicago Tribune quotes Williams, "I remember watching that show and telling (my mother) about it and that I was going to go to Hillman. And she would look at me and say, 'Hillman isn't real, but yes, you're going to go to college.'" The Tribune continues, "Williams, who attended Central Michigan University, told Harvey, 'I saw the relationships that they had with each other. And so when I went away to college, I found those exact same positive relationships.'" > Natilie Williams posing at the entrance to the Peru State campus. Williams posted this photo to Twitter. ###

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12/11/23, 4:23 PM

Actions in Motion visits Kids of HIS Kingdom Daycare

Actions in Motion visits Kids of HIS Kingdom Daycare FEB 14, 2018

Auburn, Nebraska - The campus ministry group, Actions in Motion (AIM), visited Kids of HIS Kingdom daycare in Auburn, Nebraska. The group read to and interacted with the preschool students. Dr. Gina Bittner, the group's advisor, said, "What a great opportunity to share the love of Christ with children in His care!" Actions in Motion is governed by the Nebraska Lutheran Campus Ministries. The group focuses on one service project per month to reach those at Peru State College, Southeast Nebraska, and beyond. Dr. Gina Bittner, AIM's faculty advisor, and Serena Nelson, AIM co-president, reading to preschoolers. Mikaela Thompson, AIM co-president, reading to preschoolers. Dr. Gina Bittner, AIM's faculty advisor, reading to preschoolers. Serena Nelson, AIM's co-president, reading to preschoolers. Trinity Lutheran Kids of HIS Kingdom Early Childhood Development Center encourages children to develop their own unique, God given potential and talents in a Christian setting. The staff helps children develop self-confidence in an environment where they can have the freedom to be curious, to be creative, to experiment, to touch and to learn. ### Photos by Ethan Arnold.

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Peru State College to host 34th Annual District History Day

Peru State College to host 34th Annual District History Day FEB 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Middle and high school students will participate in Peru State College’s 33rd Annual District History Day Contest on Friday, February 23, 2018. The theme for this year’s contest is “Conflict and Compromise in History.” Participating students conduct research based on the theme and present their findings in one of five medias: exhibits, documentaries, performances, papers or as a website. The contest will begin at 9:00 a.m. and last until 3:00 p.m. Dr. Justin Pfeifer, assistant professor of history, writes “The history faculty, Phi Alpha Theta, the Social Science Club, and everyone at Peru State College are proud to host the 34th Annual Peru District History Day event.” “We are grateful to our local educators for encouraging and supporting their students to participate in the event, and we are equally excited by the passion and excellence displayed by students at various stages of their educational careers. Their work ethic and creativity shines throughout the project submissions, and it is a significant achievement for them to take part in this event.” Pfeifer continues, “We wish all the students the best of luck in this year’s event, and look forward to a memorable day of friendly competition and collegiality celebrating history together!” Students will compete in two divisions: junior (grades 6 to 8) and senior (grades 9 to 12). Students can compete individually or as part of a group of up to five students. Papers are individual entry only. Almost 300 students are scheduled, ranging from 6 to 12 grade, to take part in this year’s contest. Those students will compete in 200 entries in front of nearly 60 judges, 16 judges assistants, and 18 teachers. Participating schools include Auburn Public Schools, Johnson-Brock Public Schools, Lourdes Central Catholic, Nebraska City Public Schools, Pawnee City Public Schools, Saint John the Baptist – Plattsmouth, Syracuse Public Schools, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School and a number of home-schooled students The top four winners from each of the five categories in this District Contest are eligible for the State Contest on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. The National Contest will be held from June 10 – 14, 2018, at the University of Maryland. For the sixteenth year, the Peru State College Foundation will hand out the “Tested for Excellence” Awards. All senior division first place winners, individual and group, for every category will receive a $500 tuition grant to Peru State College (for on-campus classes). The “We Proceeded On” Special Award will be presented to a junior individual entry or group who displays extraordinary leadership in promoting a cause or idea. The award will include: a one year pass (to awardee and immediate family) to the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center in Nebraska City, NE; a copy of the book “Undaunted Journey” by Stephen Ambrose; and a certificate. Phi Alpha Theta, Peru State’s History Honorary Society, is sponsoring the “Michelle A. Broady Award for Extraordinary Determination.” The award will go to a competitor that is nominated by their sponsoring teacher. The members of PSC’s PAT will review the nominations and make the award presentation. 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. Peru Historical Foundation is sponsoring a trophy for the best entry, individual or group. focusing on a historical event/innovation of Nebraska. Nebraska City Museum Association is sponsoring an award with individual trophies for the best use of oral history interviews in an 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 recipient will be awarded an individual pass to the Mayhew Cabin and a book.

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Peru State College to host 34th Annual District History Day

Arbor Lodge is sponsoring an award for best individual entry with a topic on the environment and/or Nebraska. The recipient will be awarded the book, “It Happened in Nebraska” and a one-year individual “Explore it All” pass from Arbor Day Farm and Arbor Lodge and Tree Adventure. Nemaha Valley Museum is sponsoring two $50 cash awards to one junior and one senior “for entries with a connection to Nemaha County or Southeast Nebraska.” The projects will be judged with the following criteria: Nemaha County Topic, Southeast Nebraska Topic, use of primary source material, use of oral history, and use of Nemaha Valley Museum resources. For more special awards at the Nebraska state contest, check out their website at http://ne.nhd/org/Awards.htm or www.nationalhistoryday.org. For more information about History Day at Peru, visit http://www.peru.edu/history-day or contact Dr. Justin Pfeifer at jpfeifer@peru.edu. ###

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12/11/23, 4:32 PM

Peru State College Music Program to host recital by Phillip D. Zach

Peru State College Music Program to host recital by Phillip D. Zach FEB 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru State College Music Program invites campus and community members to attend a recital by Phillip D. Zach on Thursday, February 22. The 11:00 a.m. recital will be held in the Jindra Fine Arts’ Black Box Theatre. The piano recital will feature modern classical composers Philip Glass, Nils Frahm, original compositions by Philip D. Zach. PhillipDZach.com reads, “was heavily inspired by contemporary classical composers such as Olafur Arnalds, NIls Frahm, Philip Glass, Max Richter and more by their ability to transmit powerful emotions thru simplistic, minimalist sound while each possessing their own unique 'voice.'" Zach’s debut album, Gradient, was released in December. The album is available on Spotify and iTunes; the title track can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/embed/KK21loMOHsU?ecver=1.

Philip D. Zach - Gradient (Live from The Grid Studio)

Philip D. Zach is a composer, pianist, and teacher from Lincoln, Nebraska. Zach did his graduate work at the University of Missouri – Kansas City Conservatory in Piano Performance and his undergraduate studies at Hastings College, where he earned a Bachelor’s in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy. The concert is free and open to the public. ###

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12/11/23, 4:28 PM

Derby Johnson Honored for Dedication to Peru State College

Derby Johnson Honored for Dedication to Peru State College FEB 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Derby Johnson returned to Peru State College as its interim Vice President for Administration and Finance in September of 2017. Following six months of living away from his home and family in Virginia, he will complete his interim appointment with Peru State later this month. Dr. Hanson writes, “I continue to appreciate Derby’s commitment to the Nebraska State College System. He brings incredible experience and knowledge to our campus.” This is not Johnson’s first time at Peru State College. Johnson previously served as Peru State’s interim VPAF during the 2012-2013 school year and as interim Director of Facilities in 2011. Johnson said, “Having worked at all three of the State Colleges, I have a special relationship with Peru State. I always enjoy working with the College’s faculty and staff – and particularly Dr. Hanson.” Hanson adds, “Derby has done an incredible job stepping in to lead the administration and finance team. His strong and positive support of those areas includes working closely with the budget, the Nebraska State College System and taking over ongoing facilities projects.” “Derby’s exceptional leadership includes a robust focus on students and the collaboration needed to support students.” Dwayne "Derby" Johnson. (Tena L. Cook/Chadron State College) Previously, Johnson served Wayne State College as Director of Facility Services from 2003 to 2008 and prior to that Director of Administrative Service from 1995 to 2003. He was also interim Director of Human Resources at Chadron State College in 2015. Johnson served in United States Army Intelligence for 22 years and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He earned a bachelor of Business Administration from Wayne State College and an MBA from Boston University. He is also an honor graduate of the US Army Command General Staff College. Peru State has hired a full-time Vice President for Administration and Finance, Debbie White. White most recently served as the Budget Officer for the College of Arts and Science at Kansas State University. She has also served as the Director of Administration at the Kansas Historical Society and the Business Manager of the Kansas Soldiers’ Home in Fort Dodge. ###

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Peru Student Education Association makes valentines for Hillcrest Care Center

Peru Student Education Association makes valentines for Hillcrest Care Center FEB 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru Student Education Association made valentines for Hillcrest Health Services in Bellevue.

Dr. Kelley Kingsley, professor of education, writes, “We found a request for valentines from the care center and thought this would be a fun outreach activity.”

Emily Whipple (Lincoln, Nebraska), president of PSEA, said, “Our PSEA advisor, Dr. Kingsley, told me about an idea to serve the Bellevue community. Hillcrest Health Services had requested handmade valentines to give to senior citizens.”

“It was a great way for our PSEA members to help out in the community outside of education. It was a lot of fun and very rewarding. ”

Josie Tennant adds, “It was an enjoyable experience making Valentine’s Day cards for the senior citizens. I loved watching everyone have so much fun in PSEA making the cards. It was a great way to give back.”

Kendra Wollenburg (Beatrice, Nebraska) creating valentines.

Gabby Zika (Council Bluffs, Iowa) creating valentines.

Josie Tennant (Thornton, Colorado) creating a valentine to send to Hillcrest.

The Peru Student Education Association is for future teachers and is affiliated with the Nebraska State Education Association and the National Education Association. Its activities are devoted to the improvement of education.

Hillcrest Health Services has been providing senior care and senior living since 1967, and is now a leader among providers of agingrelated services in the Omaha area.

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Peru State students present at 2018 Society of Health and Physical Educators Conference

Peru State students present at 2018 Society of Health and Physical Educators Conference FEB 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Six Peru State College Health and Physical Education majors presented at the 2018 Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) America, Central District Conference under the mentorship of Dr. Frank Lynott and Dr. Shana Walsh.

From left to right: Dr. Frank Lynott, Savannah Paugstat, Delaney Woodruff, Zach Reynolds, Destiny Worthey, Eric Brown, Dr. Shana Walsh and Luke Hoesing.

Students Luke Hoesing, Zach Reynolds, and Delaney Woodruff researched, developed and presented on teaching techniques to increase moderate to vigorous physical activity in physical education courses.

Delaney Woodruff, Zach Reynolds and Luke Hoesing preparing for their lesson and adding moderate to vigorous activity to the physical education classroom.

Reynolds writes, “It was a highlight of my college career.”

Students Eric Brown, Destiny Worthey, and Savannah Paugstat presented on the theoretical foundations of kinesthetic learning theory, and then they provided multiple examples of teaching through movement in the health classroom.

Savannah Paugstat, Destiny Worthey, and Eric Brown teaching a kinesthetic health lesson.

Eric Brown leading a group through a kinesthetic health lesson on the digestive system.

Walsh and Lynott, both assistant professors of health, physical education and recreation at Peru State, report that the students demonstrated professionalism, dedication and enthusiasm, and Peru State College should be proud of their representation.

For more information about the Physical Education program at Peru State, contact Dr. Frank Lynott at flynott@peru.edu or Dr. Shana Walsh at swalsh@peru.edu.

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Peru State students present at 2018 Society of Health and Physical Educators Conference

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Janice Gilmore to present at Peru State as part of Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Month.

Janice Gilmore to present at Peru State as part of Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Month. FEB 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Omaha World-Herald Columnist Janice Gilmore will visit Peru State’s campus to present “Diversity in Communication.” The presentation will be about how the words we choose to use in communication can build better futures. Gilmore will speak in the Student Center’s Live Oak Room on Thursday, February 22, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event is part of Peru State’s Diversity and Inclusion Awareness month and sponsored by the Council for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. Janice Gilmore. Photo courtesy of the Omaha World-Herald. Born and raised in Omaha, Gilmore graduated from North High School. She earned both her bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in education administration from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Gilmore worked as first a teacher, then assistant principal and finally principal in the Omaha Public Schools system. Her career in education spanned 31 years. She currently writes a column for the Omaha World-Herald. She also writes for an African-American lifestyle empowerment magazine called Revive!. In addition to her columns, Gilmore has written a children’s book about Omaha and a book about grief for PULSE, a group assisting families of homicide victims. Gilmore is a board member for Project Hope, African American Empowerment, Inc., and the Community Advisory Board of Bright Futures Foundation. She is also a is a member of the NAACP and Concerned and Caring Educators. She has received several awards, including the College of Education University of Nebraska at Omaha Distinguished Alumni Award and the Omaha Schools Foundation Award. For more information about Janice Gilmore’s presentation, contact Council for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion member Robert Ingram at ringram@peru.edu. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State College to host annual Southeast Nebraska Career Fair

Peru State College to host annual Southeast Nebraska Career Fair FEB 26, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host its annual Southeast Nebraska Career Fair from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on February 28 in the Student Center’s Live Oak Room. 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 returning employers and new businesses registered! We hope there will be a fantastic turnout by students and the community.” Eberly continues, “By attending the career fair, students and community members increase their professional network. They will also learn what skills and experiences that employers are looking for in future employees. It’s a wonderful opportunity for employers to meet Peru State students!” Attending businesses include: Better Living Counseling Boy Scouts of America, Cornhusker Council Boys Town CJ Foods Inc. ESU #3/Boys Town Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. J.J Palmtag, Inc. Lourdes Central Catholic School Nebraska Department of Corrections Nebraska Department of Labor Nebraska National Guard Nebraska State Probation/District #3A Nebraska USDA Farm Service Agency Peru State College Graduate Programs Reliant Transportation Sam’s Club Sandhills Publishing State of Nebraska-Department of Banking and Finance Woodhouse Auto Family

For more information on the Southeast Nebraska Career Fair, visit www.peru.edu/careerfair. ###

Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Solie presents at conference on Peru State's sesquicentennial planning

Solie presents at conference on Peru State's sesquicentennial planning FEB 28, 2018

St. Louis - Deborah Solie presented on Peru State College's sesquicentennial planning at the CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) District VI Conference. The presentation, "Budgeting Legacy: A Sesquicentennial of Affordability,” was developed by Solie, director of alumni relations and annual giving, and Jason Hogue, director of marketing and communication. "This was a unique opportunity to present on Peru State College’s 150th anniversary to colleagues from universities and colleges throughout the region,” said Solie. “We are proud of the engagement we have seen as we celebrate the anniversary of the oldest college in Nebraska.” Solie and Hogue planned many events, along with a sesquicentennial planning committee, throughout 2017 to engage alumni, faculty, staff, students and the community with Peru State College.id="attachment_9035" align="" width="200" Deborah Solie, director of alumni relations and annual giving, Peru State College Foundation The presentation at CASE included discussion of PSC long range plans like history book writing, painting commissions and reunions that were combined with more event planning, speaker invitations and advertising. As the presentation description noted, the goal was to “craft a legacy worthy of the thousands of faculty, staff and alumni that have walked the hills of old Peru." CASE supports alumni relations, communications, development, and marketing professionals at educational institutions worldwide. The association provides networking, recognition, and continuing education for more than 64,000 advancement professionals at more than 3,400 colleges, universities, and independent elementary and secondary schools in more than 70 countries. Learn more at CASE.org. CASE District VI represents professionals and institutions in the Midwest region. The region includes Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. ###

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Peru State welcomes Debbie White as new Vice President of Administration and Finance

Peru State welcomes Debbie White as new Vice President of Administration and Finance FEB 28, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Debbie White began her official duties as the new Vice President of Administration and Finance at Peru State College on February 26. She visited campus in January as a finalist and completed a multi-day interview process. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “Debbie’s wide range of experience prepares her well for our VPAF position. The search committee was most impressed with her effectiveness, her enthusiasm and record of establishing collaborative relationships." White adds, “I am so excited to join the Peru State College community and look forward to working with everyone to assist the College in meeting their goals.”id="attachment_9016" align="" width="200" Debbie White As VPAF, White will provide service-oriented leadership while overseeing Accounting, Budget, Business Office, Campus Services, Financial Aid, Human Resources and Information Systems. As the College’s chief business and financial officer, the VPAF is also responsible for developing and overseeing controls, policies and procedures that effectively steward the College’s human, physical and financial resources. Prior to arriving on the Peru campus, White was the Budget Fiscal Officer for the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest at Kansas State with over 600 full time employees and budgets totaling $90 million. White has also served as the Director of Administration for the Kansas Historical Society and Business Manager for the Kansas Soldiers’ Home. She has more than 20 years of experience in administration and public service. White completed her Bachelor’s degree at Kansas State University and her Master of Business Administration at Baker University. She had previously earned an Associate’s degree from the Kansas College of Technology after graduating from Sabetha High School. ###

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Peru State College hosts 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair

Peru State College hosts 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair MAR 1, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College hosted the 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair on February 28 in the Student Center’s Live Oak Room. Representatives from nineteen businesses around southeast Nebraska visited with students to broaden social networks and inquire about potential job opportunities. Career Fair Coordinator Jamie Eberly said, “By attending the career fair, students and community members increase their professional network. They will also learn what skills and experiences that employers are looking for in future employees. It’s a wonderful opportunity for employers to meet Peru State students!” “We get a lot of students from multiple fields of study. Some people don’t realize we have opportunities in not just business and publishing but also marketing and design," said Brianne Wright, a Sandhills Publishing recruiting specialist, "A few design students approached us, and they were excited to find out how they could get involved with Sandhills in a graphic design capacity.” Wright added, “We also collect resumes from students, and they serve as applications for current jobs or internship openings as well.” The Sandhills Publishing booth at the Career Fair. Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co., a commercial trenchless drilling company based out of Exeter, Nebraska, came to the career fair to offer students summer jobs in the construction field. Horizontal’s Human Resource Generalist Shamlynn Berggren said, “We have somewhere between ten and fifteen college or high school students working for us at one time. Actually, there is a Peru State senior who works in our human resources department now and she’s been with us since her sophomore year.” Berggren continues, “Since we are from a rural community, we develop a lot of student outreach programs to connect with high school and college students in rural areas. Peru State has a beautiful campus, and we would definitely like to come back next year.” Christopher Nwafor, a senior business administration and management major at Peru, commented on the fair: “I was looking for a paid internship or a summer job. I was happy to talk with the businesses, but I hoped to find more job openings in finance or business administration.” Senior Karen Webb, a K-12 special education major, said, “I was surprisingly shocked at the different job opportunities for someone in my education field. I liked the variety of companies at the fair and the jobs for education majors that you wouldn’t normally think of.” For more information about career opportunities around Nebraska, contact Jamie Eberly at jeberly@peru.edu. ### Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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Janice Gilmore visit to Peru State rescheduled

Janice Gilmore visit to Peru State rescheduled MAR 1, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Following a snow day and canceled school, Omaha World-Herald Columnist Janice Gilmore’s visit to Peru State’s has been rescheduled. Gilmore will now speak on Tuesday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Student Center’s Live Oak Room. Gilmore will visit campus to present “Diversity in Communication.” The presentation will be about how the words we choose to use in communication can build better futures. This event was originally scheduled as part of Peru State’s Diversity and Inclusion Awareness month and sponsored by the Council for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. Janice Gilmore. Photo courtesy of the Omaha World-Herald. Born and raised in Omaha, Gilmore graduated from North High School. She earned both her bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in education administration from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Gilmore worked as first a teacher, then assistant principal and finally principal in the Omaha Public Schools system. Her career in education spanned 31 years. She currently writes a column for the Omaha World-Herald. She also writes for an African-American lifestyle empowerment magazine called Revive!. In addition to her columns, Gilmore has written a children’s book about Omaha and a book about grief for PULSE, a group assisting families of homicide victims. Gilmore is a board member for Project Hope, African American Empowerment, Inc., and the Community Advisory Board of Bright Futures Foundation. She is also a is a member of the NAACP and Concerned and Caring Educators. She has received several awards, including the College of Education University of Nebraska at Omaha Distinguished Alumni Award and the Omaha Schools Foundation Award. For more information about Janice Gilmore’s presentation, contact Council for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion member Robert Ingram at ringram@peru.edu. ###

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Phillip Zach recital on Peru State campus rescheduled

Phillip Zach recital on Peru State campus rescheduled MAR 1, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – After a February 22 snow day, the recital by Philip D. Zach has been rescheduled for March 22. The Peru State College Music Program will present the 11:00 a.m. recital in the Jindra Fine Arts’ Black Box Theatre. The piano recital will feature modern classical composers Philip Glass, Nils Frahm, and original compositions by Philip D. Zach. Zach’s recital is the PhilipDZach.com reads, “Zach was heavily inspired by contemporary classical composers such as Olafur Arnalds, Nils Frahm, Philip Glass, Max Richter and more by their ability to transmit powerful emotions thru simplistic, minimalist sound while each possessing their own unique “voice.” Zach’s debut album, Gradient, was released in December. The album is available on Spotify and iTunes; the title track can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KK21loMOHsU&t=359s.

Philip D. Zach - Gradient (Live from The Grid Studio)

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Student exhibit at Peru State Art Gallery

Student exhibit at Peru State Art Gallery MAR 1, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State opened the Spring 2018 Undergraduate Art Show on Wednesday. The exhibition will run through Thursday, March 22.

The undergraduate students featured in the exhibition include:

Dyan Alwin – Lincoln, NE Audrae Bates – Fairfax, MO Taylor Carlson – Omaha, NE Kaylee Gill – Homer, NE Sadie Howes – Denver, CO Victor Hubbard, Jr. – Corinth, TX Anthony Jones –Rock Port, MO Sloane Killion – Sydney, IA Emily LeCleir – Omaha, NE Courtney Mathewson – Summerfield, KS Tyler Milke – Beatrice, NE Taylor Peterson – College Springs, IA Sean Pihlblad – San Diego, CA Andrew J. Smith – Auburn, NE Cheyenne J. Smith – Lewiston, NE Valyn Sterns – Sutton, NE

Representation of Taylor Peterson’s photographic and graphic design work.

Painting by Kaylee Gill.

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Student exhibit at Peru State Art Gallery

The Art Gallery will display pieces from high school students who attend Peru State Art Day on March 23.

The Peru State Art Gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or by appointment. Contact Ryan Crotty at rcotty@peru.edu or Terry Van Gundy at tvangundy@peru.edu to set up an appointment.

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Peru State College announces winners of 34th Annual District History Day

Peru State College announces winners of 34th Annual District History Day MAR 5, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Middle and high school students participated in Peru State College’s 34th Annual District History Day Contest.

The theme for this year’s contest was “Conflict and Compromise in History.” Participating students conducted research based on the theme and presented their findings in one of five medias: exhibits, documentaries, performances, papers or as a website. Dr. Justin Pfeifer, assistant professor of history, writes, “The history faculty, Phi Alpha Theta, the Social Science Club, and everyone at Peru State College are proud to host the 34th Annual Peru District History Day event.” “We are grateful to our local educators for encouraging and supporting their students to participate in the event, and we are equally excited by the passion and excellence displayed by students at various stages of their educational careers. Their work ethic and creativity shines throughout the project submissions, and it is a significant achievement for them to take part in this event.” Students competed in two divisions: junior (grades 6 to 8) and senior (grades 9 to 12). Students could compete individually or as part of a group of up to five students. Almost 300 students competed, ranging from 6 to 12 grade. 200 entries were seen by nearly 60 judges, 16 judges assistants, and 18 teachers. Participating schools included Auburn Public Schools, Johnson-Brock Public Schools, Lourdes Central Catholic, Nebraska City Public Schools, Pawnee City Public Schools, Saint John the Baptist – Plattsmouth, Syracuse Public Schools, Syracuse-Dunbar-Avoca High School and a number of home-schooled students. The top four winners from each of the five categories in this District Contest are eligible for the State Contest on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. The National Contest will be held from June 10 – 14, 2018, at the University of Maryland.

First Place Senior Individual Performance: Sophie Sayer (Syracuse High School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right) and Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (left).

First Place Senior Group Performance: Jacob Kruse, Brendon Lyon, & Riley Teten (Syracuse High School) with Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (right) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (left).

First Place Senior Individual Exhibit: Gracie Lintz (Syracuse High School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (right) and Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (left).

First Place Senior Group Exhibit: Jennifer Daharsh, Camryn Tompkins, & Kaela McMullen (Syracuse High School) with Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (right) and Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (left).

First Place Senior Group Website: Emilee Erickson and Miranda Shreves ( Johnson-Brock Public School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (left) and Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (right).

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Peru State College announces winners of 34th Annual District History Day

First Place Senior Historical Paper: Thomas McCoppin ( Johnson-Brock Public School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (left) and Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (right).

First Place Senior Group Documentary: Kallyn Antholtz (not pictured) and Kaitlyn Anderson ( Johnson-Brock Public School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College (left) and Deborah Solie, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving (right).

First Place Junior Individual Performance: Reed Greger (St. John the Baptist) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Group Performance: Trinity Grant & Kinsley Oestmann ( Johnson-Brock Public School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Individual Website: Sofia Barrientos (Lourdes Central Catholic) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Group Documentary: Vivian Gay & Ruby Bruggeman (Lourdes Central Catholic) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Historical Paper: Audrey Sandfort ( Johnson-Brock Public Schools) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Group Website: Mason Benham (not pictured) and Caleb Fossenbarger ( Johnson-Brock Public School) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Group Exhibit: Krista Hardy & Jozlyn Barnes (St. John the Baptist) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

First Place Junior Individual Exhibit: Kaliantha Shires (Areopagus Homeschool) with Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College.

Michelle A. Broady Award: Samantha Jackson (left) & Jeremy Burr (Syracuse High School).

Arbor Lodge Award: Lucille Sharpe (left) & Ella Wilson (Nebraska City High School).

Mayhew Cabin Award: Haley Honeysuckle (Lourdes Central Catholic) & Lucille Sharpe (right).

Kregel Windmill Ward: Mia Fox and Kaelyn Monahan (St. John the Baptist) Nemaha Valley Museum Award (left to right): Vivian Gay, Ruby Brageman, Maxine Schatz & Maggie Clark ( Johnson-Brock Public School).

Peru Historical Foundation Award: David Gerdes, Ryan Bohling ( Johnson-Brock Public School) & Samantha Jackson.

Lewis and Clark “We Proceeded On” Award: Jacob Dennis (Syracuse High School) & Jim Nemec.

Nebraska City Museum Association Award: Dean Shissler & Audrey Sandford ( Johnson-Brock Public School) ###

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Peru State College announces winners of 34th Annual District History Day

Quentin Victor contributed to this release.

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Joe Starita, author, journalist and professor, to speak at Peru State

Joe Starita, author, journalist and professor, to speak at Peru State MAR 5, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Joe Starita will present on the Peru State College campus as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. He has recently released his third book, “A Warrior of the People – How Susan La Flesche Overcame Racial and Gender Inequality to Become America’s First Indian Doctor." Starita's presentation will be Monday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC). The speech will be free and open to the public. A Nebraska native, Starita went to college on a baseball scholarship, played professional basketball in Turkey and had a stint herding cattle on an Israeli kibbutz. Eventually, he spent 14 years at The Miami Herald – including four years as the newspaper’s New York Bureau Chief and four years on its Investigations Team. Interested in Native Americans since childhood, he has written three critically acclaimed books examining their vital roles in American history. Three years ago, he started a college scholarship fund for Native American high school graduates. Starita is currently a professor at the University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Joe Starita 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. Olympian and Nebraska native, Curt Tomasevicz, will speak as part of this series on April 10. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.peru.edu/speakerseries. ###

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Peru State will host 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Peru State will host 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge MAR 5, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State College and its Mathematics Club will host the 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge on March 16. The competition was founded in 1993 as area high school teachers sought to foster and develop mathematics education in southeast Nebraska. This year, Dr. Laura McCauley, assistant professor of mathematics, will act as faculty advisor for the competition. High school students from southeast Nebraska schools will be divided into three divisions based on the Nebraska School Activities Association enrollment figures for the school. Each school will be allowed to enter a team of three students in each of the four subject areas: Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-calculus and Calculus. The entry fee is $40 per school and $45 per school with a Calculus team. Deadline for registration is March 12, 2018. The competition consists of three different sessions. The first session is a forty-question multiple choice individual exam in the subject for which the student registered. The second test is a team exam where the students answer open-ended mathematics questions. The third session is a quiz bowl against other students in one of the specific subject areas. The top three individual scores on the written tests and the top team score for each division and subject will be given awards. Certificates will be presented to the quiz bowl finalist teams. For additional information about the Mathematics Challenge at Peru, contact Faculty Sponsor Laura McCauley at lmccauley@peru.edu. ###

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Peru State alum Tim Oehring one of five Thank You Teacher Award winners

Peru State alum Tim Oehring one of five Thank You Teacher Award winners MAR 7, 2018

Lincoln, Nebraska – As part of National Teacher Recognition Day, five Thank You Teacher Award winners and the students that nominated them attend a breakfast held in the Nebraska Governor’s Mansion. Former Saratoga Elementary School student, Anycia DuBray-Biven, wrote the winning nomination for her teacher, Tim Oehring. The Lincoln Journal-Star wrote a feature story about Oehring that begins, “Tim Oehring is Anycia DuBray-Biven’s Batman, a super hero minus the mask, a Saratoga Elementary School teacher who helped her realize this very important fact: she’s smart.” “Anycia — now a fourth-grader at Belmont Elementary — is so smart, in fact, that she wrote a letter nominating her former teacher for a Thank You Teacher award. And he won.” KFOR reports that Anycia describes her previous teacher: “Mr. O is the best teacher ever. He makes kids think that school is fun. He helped me to know that I am smart … He is my hero, he’s my Batman, he’s my super teacher.” KLKN writes that Anycia’s grandmother, Vicki DuBray, said, “He touched the lives of all three kids but especially Anycia, the oldest. Mr. Oehring has done wonders for her. He’s helped to restore her self–esteem and for her to believe in herself again.” DuBray told the Journal-Star that Oehring was a big part of her and her grandchildren’s life during a difficult year for the family. He gave the family books, watched siblings during after school programs, tutored reading over the summer and delivered groceries and gas vouchers from district programs. Oehring is a Peru State alumnus and former Bobcat football player. This is his fourth year as a special education teacher at Saratoga Elementary School. Ted Harshbarger, associate athletic director at Peru State, writes, “Tim was our first Academic All-American in 29 years and many of us knew he was bound to be a great teacher.” Lincoln Public Schools told KLKN that 550 nominations were made by former students. This was a record number of nominations. ###

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Foundation Hiring Student Callers for Spring Phonathon

Foundation Hiring Student Callers for Spring Phonathon MAR 8, 2018

Calling all Faculty and Staff! Do you know any students needing a job? Students are needed for the Support-A-Bobcat calling program. They help Peru State College by calling alumni and friends. Phonathon runs from March 17 through March 29. Students gain: Career Development Work on Campus Competitive Pay Flexible Hours Students may apply online at www.phonathon.com and enter code: PS18S. Questions? Contact Deborah Solie, PSC Foundation, at dsolie@peru.edu or 402-872-2304.

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Bailey Bindle warns against buzzed driving in advance of St. Patrick's Day.

Bailey Bindle warns against buzzed driving in advance of St. Patrick's Day. MAR 12, 2018 Bailey Bindle

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State student, Bailey Bindle, is a member of the 2017-2018 SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) National College Advisory Council. She serves as the organization’s National Vice President of Communications. Bindle explains, "I recently authored this Opinion Editorial through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), on the topic of Buzzed Driving Awareness targeted for the St. Patrick's Day holiday." The piece is titled, “This St. Patrick's Day, Remember: Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.” The op-ed combines powerful statistics with an emotional call to action. The op-ed cautions, "Bear this in mind when you head out to your St. Paddy’s Day celebrations: In 2016 alone, 60 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday period. The one bad decision to drink and drive ripped people from their friends and loved ones forever." Bindle is from Falls City, Nebraska. She is studying Criminal Justice and Psychology at Peru State. ###

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Marion Marsh Brown commemorated as part of Nebraska’s Sesquicentennial

Marion Marsh Brown commemorated as part of Nebraska’s Sesquicentennial MAR 13, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Marion Marsh Brown, a Nebraska-native author, was commemorated on Peru State’s campus on February 27. Brown is an alumnus and former faculty member of Peru State College

As part of Nebraska’s and Peru State’s Sesquicentennial celebrations, four Peru State students hosted a panel and give presentations on a few of Brown’s books as well as background on Brown’s life. The Peru State College Library also assisted in the project, providing Brown’s books at the presentation and giving the student’s access to their archive for Brown’s work, including notes and former drafts Brown wrote before final release. Two of the students also met with Brown’s son, Paul Brown, who was also in attendance of the event.

English Professor Dr. Bill Clemente and retired English Professor Dr. Dan Holtz were the faculty advisors for this commemoration. Dr. Holtz has studied Brown’s work and life for many years.

Dr. Holtz said, “I first became familiar with Mrs. Brown’s work in the fall of 2000 semester when I devoted most of my sabbatical time then to reading her books and correspondence. From that work, I wrote an article which appeared in the Heritage of the Great Plains journal. I also made a presentation about Mrs. Brown at a Western Literature Association Conference in Bozeman, Montana.”

Dr. Clemente said, “This project offers four excellent PSC students an exciting research opportunity and a chance, which does not happen often enough, to share their results with the Peru State College community. I am excited for the students.”

The four PSC students involved in the project were Ashton Peiman, Alyssa Grell, Taylor Finke and Quentin Victor. The event was hosted in the CATS conference room with presentations at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the entire Peru State community. Dr. Bill Clemente took footage of the event.

Tayler Finke (Battle Creek, NE)

Ashton Peiman, a junior from Lincoln, said “When Dr. Holtz and Dr. Clemente approached me about the Marion Marsh Brown project, I knew I wanted to be part of it because it would be a great way to gain research experience. It was also exciting to meet with Brown’s son to see the impact her work had when her books were first published.

Ashton Peiman (Lincoln, NE)

Alyssa Grell, a junior from Grand Island, said “I loved the chance to explore the work and life of an author, especially an author whose history is so connected to Peru. As an education major, Prairie Teacher was special for me because I got the chance to explore what it meant to be a teacher in a time and place vastly different from my own.”

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Marion Marsh Brown commemorated as part of Nebraska’s Sesquicentennial

Alyssa Grell (Omaha, NE)

Quentin Victor, a senior from Auburn, said “It was a great experience working with Dr. Clemente and Dr. Holtz before I graduate, there’s a lot you can learn from them, and from someone’s body of work like Brown’s, especially in how it can inform your own writing. I’m also from Auburn, so it felt right to learn about Brown who came from the area.”

Quentin Victor (Auburn, NE)

At the presentation, the four books that were discussed were:

Young Nathan, a biographical story about revolutionary icon Nathan Hale.

Prairie Teacher, a story about a rookie teacher in the sandhills with greater aspirations.

The Silent Storm, a biographical story of Anne Sullivan, teacher of Hellen Keller.

Marnie, a biographical story based on a transformative year of Brown’s own childhood.

(Left to right) Taylor Finke, Dr. Bill Clemente, Ashton Peiman, Alyssa Grell, Quentin Victor and Dr. Dan Holtz

Born on Bonnie View Farm near Brownville, Marion Marsh Brown has published 20 books as well as hundreds of short stories and magazine articles throughout her 70-year career as a writer and a teacher. Several of her novels detail historical figures and their accomplishments, including Nathan Hale, Francis Scott Key, and Sacagawea.

After graduating from high school in Auburn at age 14, Brown attended Peru State College to study English. At Peru State, Brown wrote for the college newspaper and the yearbook. She taught in rural Nebraska communities before marrying Gilbert S. Brown, an attorney who lived in Omaha. In 2000, at the age of 92, Brown passed away.

Brown received many awards for her works, such as the Sower Award from the Nebraska Humanities Council and the Mari Sandoz Award from the Nebraska Library Association. Peru State College and the University of Nebraska-Omaha have awarded Brown honorary doctorates, and UNO now hosts a Marion Marsh Brown Writers Lecture Series in which well-known writers speak on campus each spring in celebration of Brown’s love for literature.

For more information about the presentation, including photos and video, contact Dr. Bill Clemente at bclemente@peru.edu.

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Peru State College named #3 in nation for online criminal justice program.

Peru State College named #3 in nation for online criminal justice program. MAR 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Top Criminal Justice Schools (TCJS) ranked Peru State College #3 in the nation on their Top 50 Best Criminal Justice Online Degree Programs. Peru State was the top ranked of the four Nebraska schools included. Badge for Top 50 Best Online Programs. TCJS’ methodology was explained, “We compiled this list of the top 50 best online bachelor’s in criminal justice for 2018 by looking at tuition value, individual attention (as evidenced by faculty to student ratio) and tuition rate.” TCJS writes about Peru State, “With a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1, the school offers an online bachelor of science in criminal justice, justice counseling option that is a 120 credit hour program including coursework in the analysis of evil and abnormal psychology.” “Peru State College offers an online undergraduate tuition rate of $279 per credit hour, regardless of residency.” Peru State College offers a program of study in criminal justice that can be completed completely online. The major has three possible areas of emphasis: Justice Administration, Justice Counseling and Law and Society. Top Criminal Justice Schools writes, “Our mission is to share our expert knowledge on the highest quality criminal justice degree programs offered at the nation’s top schools to ensure you receive the training needed to open professional job opportunities within the increasingly competitive criminal justice field.” Top Criminal Justice Schools offers meaningful content and up-to date information for criminal justice students to help them achieve their educational and career goals. The site spotlights rankings of criminal justice schools and degree programs, top internships for criminal justice majors, and popular careers in the criminal justice industry. Additionally, the site includes related resources, frequently asked questions, and a criminal justice blogroll. Read the full article at the following link: http://www.top-criminal-justice-schools.net/best/online-bachelor ###

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Peru State College student honored as 2018 Newman Civic Fellow

Peru State College student honored as 2018 Newman Civic Fellow MAR 14, 2018

Peru Nebraska –Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has announced the 268 students who will make up the organization’s 2018 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows, including Peru State College’s own Noah Temme.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, writes in Noah’s nomination, “By being involved, Noah realized he could make a difference. At Peru State College he is a member of several organizations such as the history honor society Phi Alpha Theta and the Red Cross Club.

“These organizations help with trash pickups, conduct Red Cross blood drives, and distribute food through the Backpack Program, a program designed to distribute food to under served public school students.”

Hailing from Fairmont Nebraska, Noah Temme is a junior majoring in social studies education at Peru State College. He is also involved in the Children’s Health, Activity and Nutrition Community Engagement (CHANCE) Initiative and serves on the ServeNebraska Leadership Council.

Temme writes, “As a community member, I have always wanted to improve what is around me. I am proud to come from my small hometown, and all I want to do is give my time to help improve it.”

“As a fellow, I will have access to resources and training so that I can help address and solve problems within my community. I am excited to be connected with students across the United States.”

Hanson concludes, “Noah exhibits exceptional integrity in all he does. His commitment to service and his impeccable character will be a model of service for others throughout his life.”

Noah Temme

The Newman Civic Fellowship, named for Campus Compact co-founder Frank Newman, is a one-year experience emphasizing personal, professional, and civic growth. Through the fellowship, Campus Compact provides a variety of learning and networking opportunities, including a national conference of Newman Civic Fellows in partnership with the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate. The fellowship also provides fellows with access to apply for exclusive scholarship and post-graduate opportunities.

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to celebrate and engage with such an extraordinary group of students,” said Campus Compact president Andrew Seligsohn. “The stories of this year’s Newman Civic Fellows make clear that they are bringing people together in their communities to solve pressing problems. That is what Campus Compact is about, and it’s what our country and our world desperately need.”

The Newman Civic Fellowship is supported by the KPMG Foundation and Newman’s Own Foundation.

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Quentin Victor contributed to this release.

About Campus Compact: Campus Compact is a national coalition of 1000+ colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education. Campus Compact supports institutions in fulfilling their public purposes by deepening their ability to improve community life and to educate students for civic and social responsibility. As the largest national higher education association dedicated solely to campusbased civic engagement, we provide professional development to administrators and faculty to enable them to engage effectively, facilitate national partnerships connecting campuses with key issues in their local communities, build pilot programs to test and refine promising models in engaged teaching and scholarship, celebrate and cultivate student civic leadership, and convene higher education institutions and partners beyond higher education to share knowledge and develop collective capacity. Visit www.compact.org.

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12/11/23, 4:27 PM

Peru State continues Adopt-a-Block program in City of Peru

Peru State continues Adopt-a-Block program in City of Peru MAR 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Eight Peru State College student organizations have adopted blocks in the City of Peru on which to pick up litter. The litter pick-up follows the winter weather, but is ahead of the annual City-Wide Clean-up. Jason Hogue, Director of Marketing and Communications, said, "Cleaning up our beautiful community is an important part of living with our neighbors. Thank you to all the students that participated." The Adopt-A-Block Program prioritizes blocks closest to campus in the belief that those areas see the most traffic and litter. Some groups may still be planning cleanup activities for their block. Lindsay Harlow, president of Phi Beta Lambda, writes, "It feels great to be about to give back to the community we all live in. By participating in Adopt-A-Block we hope it betters the community." "Sometimes it's the small efforts that make the biggest differences." Noah Harvey, president of Rotaract, adds, "I think that it is important that students, faculty and staff invest in the community where our campus is located - and Adopt-A-Block does an excellent job achieving that." Participating groups include Campus Activities Board, Lambda Alpha Epsilon, Phi Alpha Theta, Phi Beta Lambda, PILOT Club, the Red Cross Club, Rotaract and Student Success Services. Other clubs are still welcome to participate. Student organizations will continue with plans for their usual Adopt-a-Mile cleanup on Highway 67, etc. The annual collaborative cleanup with the City of Peru is scheduled for Friday, April 27. ###

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12/11/23, 4:36 PM

Peru State holds Second Annual Art Day on March 23

Peru State holds Second Annual Art Day on March 23 MAR 19, 2018

Peru Nebraska – On Friday March 23, Peru State College will be holding its second annual Art Day. The event will bring approximately 100 art students to campus. The event is for high school art students and their teachers. Workshops will be offered for students and teachers alike, with a teacherled round table discussion focused on addressing standards, curriculum innovations, assessment approaches and more. Students will also have an opportunity to have their work viewed in a juried exhibition. Their work will be displayed for the day at the Peru State College Art Gallery. The juror will be nationally recognized Cartoonist, Peru State alumnus and former Peru art professor, Paul Fell. Check in starts at 9:00 a.m. in the AV Larson building, with the event concluding at 3:00 p.m. A campus tour will also be held for prospective students interested in Peru State College. To learn more about Art Day or to register, visit this link: www.peru.edu/artday/ ### Quentin Victor contributed to this release.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Peru State Theatre Company to present The 10-Minute Play Festival!

Peru State Theatre Company to present The 10-Minute Play Festival! MAR 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State Theatre Company will present The 10-Minute Play Festival on four nights in late March. The plays will be stated in the Jindra Fine Arts Building’s Black Box Theatre. The 10-Minute Play Festival will consist of staged reading in collaboration with Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Region 5 playwrights. Featured playwrights include Candace Nelson, Isaac Otterman and Bosie Rand. Performance dates: Friday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. in conjunction with the Student Leadership and Diversity Conference Tuesday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 28 at 4:30 p.m Thursday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for other students and senior citizens. Tickets are free for Peru State students, faculty and staff. Started in 1969 by Roger L. Stevens, the Kennedy Center’s founding chairman, the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) is a national theater program involving 20,000 students from colleges and universities nationwide annually. For 47 years, the organization has served as a catalyst in improving the quality of college theater in the United States. KCACTF has grown into a network of more than 700 academic institutions throughout the country. The purpose of the Peru Theatre Company is to provide all Peru State College students with the opportunity to participate in an active and enjoyable group, as well as gain experience in the performing arts by participating in plays, giving speeches and any other method of performance presented to an audience of their peers. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:40 PM

Peru State to host diversity and inclusion mini-conference.

Peru State to host diversity and inclusion mini-conference. MAR 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College’s Black Student Union is holding a Diversity and Inclusion Mini-Conference on on Friday March 23. The conference will be held in the Jindra Fine Arts Building. The theme for the conference is “We Are All Notes in the Same Song" and will consist of several presentations focused on diverse topics, including Mental Health, Feminism, LGBTQA+, music and more. The event will culminate with the 10-Minute Play Festvial. 1:00 p.m. in Room 202: Living with a Monster: How a Family Navigates Mental Illness, presented by Jessica Wentling. 2:00 p.m. in Room 202: Words Matter: The Language Of The Feminist, LGBTQA+?, Transgender and Non-Binary Communities, presented by Alyssa Grell, Kennedy Whipple and Ashley Peiman. 3:00 p.m. in Room 205: Queer Artists: Telling Your Story, presented by Theresa Wood of P.R.I.D.E. 4:00 p.m. in Room 205: Music Therapy: Using Music To Improve Your Mood, presented by Marissa Gomez, student editor-in-chief of the Peru State Times. 7:30 p.m. in the Jindra Black Box Theater: 10-Minute Play Festival, presented by The Peru Theatre Company. For the last nine years, Peru State has joined Wayne State College in celebrating diversity and leadership. A conference has been hosted alternately on Peru's and Wayne’s campuses. If you have any questions on the event, feel free to contact the Black Student Union's Faculty Advisor Kristi Nies at knies@peru.edu.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

44th Annual Business Contest winners

44th Annual Business Contest winners MAR 20, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2017 9:00 a.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska- Students from Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas high schools competed for scholarships and awards at Peru State College’s 44th Annual High School Business Contest on February 15, 2017. First place winners from each of the 16 categories were awarded $500 tuition scholarships for on-campus classes to Peru State. The top five students in each category also received medals. Participating high schools included Auburn, Axtel, Bellevue East, Concordia, Deshler, Elmwood-Murdock, Falls City High, Freeman Public, Gretna High, Heartland Community, HTRS, Johnson County Central, Johnson-Brock, Nebraska City High, Northwest Magnet High, Palmyra, Plattview, Sabetha, Sidney, Sterling Public Schools, Syracuse, Tarkio High, Tri County, and Wymore Southern.

Accounting Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Jac Clements

Elmwood-Murdock

Jacob Shaffer & Laura Rikli

2nd

Taylor Larkins

Freeman

Ross Rumsey

3rd

Katrina Hansen

Elmwood-Murdock

Jacob Shaffer & Laura Rikli

4th

Colton Monnier

Heartland

Kristy Most

5th

Mason Roth

Deshler

Cletus Corman

Advanced Accounting Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Mitchell McWilliams

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

2nd

Rylee Scholl

Falls City

Donna Eickoff

3rd

Austin Aldana

Falls City

Donna Eickoff

4th

Madi Kuckelman

Axtell

Linda Orton Hopp

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5th

Brittany Stewart

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

Business Communication Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Whitney Koehn

Elmwood-Murdock

Jacob Shaffer & Laura Rikli

2nd

Colton Patrick

Bellevue East

Andrew Lee

3rd

Mazie Larsen

Gretna

Carrie Smith

4th

Sara Kettelhake

Johnson County Central

Angie Huskey

5th

Heidi Strigenz

Platteview

Patti Layher

Business Ethics Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Connor McFaden

Platteview

Patti Layher

2nd

Felisha Moore

Freeman

Ross Rumsey

3rd

Amanda Srygley

Concordia

Amanda Lee

4th

Ellie Foral

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

5th

Chloe Moore

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

Business Law Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Chloe Moore

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

2nd

Heidi Strigenz

Platteview

Patti Layher

3rd

Krista Riley

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

4th

Cade Crowell

Gretna

Carrie Smith

5th

Hank Lickteig

Auburn

Amanda Gerdes

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44th Annual Business Contest winners

Business Math Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Lauren Leapley

Gretna

Carrie Smith

2nd

Sam Sparks

Platteview

Patti Layher

3rd

Bailey Waltke

Tri County

Dennis Krejci

4th

Antonio Corocher

Sterling

Addie Heusman & Jacob Davenport

5th

Logan Bredemeier

HTRS

Joan Dreier

Computer Concepts Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Trenton Plager

HTRS

Joan Dreier

2nd

Matteo Antunez

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

3rd

Drew Closner

Gretna

Carrie Smith

4th

Sam Sparks

Platteview

Patti Layher

5th

Devin Uitts

Gretna

Carrie Smith

Economics Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Connor McFaden

Platteview

Patti Layher

2nd

Ethan Hall

Heartland

Kristy Most

3rd

Trenton Plager

HTRS

Joan Dreier

4th

Jack Hansen-Reed

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

5th

Felisha Moore

Freeman

Ross Rumsey

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Entrepreneurship Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Ethan Hall

Heartland

Kristy Most

2nd

Leslie Braun

Heartland

Kristy Most

3rd

Karly Ridder

Concordia

Amanda Lee

4th

Riley Knust

Tri County

Dennis Krejci

5th

Montana Heinen

Axtell

Linda Orton Hopp

Introduction to Business Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Chandler Bulmer

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

2nd

Catelyn Prater

Tarkio

Stephanie Parsons

3rd

Jack Zaner

Gretna

Carrie Smith

4th

Ellie Foral

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

5th

Carter Doering

Gretna

Carrie Smith

Job Interview Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Yusef Khan

Auburn

Maranda Gerdes

2nd

John Wiley

Elmwood- Murdock

Jacob Shaffer & Laura Rikli

3rd

Mitchell McWilliams

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

4th

Alyssa Rippe

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

5th

Emma Powell

Auburn

Maranda Gerdes

Keyboarding

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44th Annual Business Contest winners

Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Aubrey Thurman

Nebraska City

Matt Thompson & Jason McNeely

2nd

Drew Closner

Gretna

Carrie Smith

3rd

Kalea Wetjen

Heartland

Kristy Most

4th

Jennifer Deharsh

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

5th

Jackson Cummins

Concordia

Amanda Lee

Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Henry Glynn

Sabetha

Scott Burger

2nd

Kellan Workman

Platteview

Patti Layher

3rd

Haley Beethe

Johnson County Central

Angie Huskey

4th

Brittany Quiring

Heartland

Kristy Most

5th

John Wiley

Elmwood-Murdock

Jacob Shaffer & Laura Rikli

Personal Finance

Marketing Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Amanda Srygley

Concordia

Amanda Lee

2nd

Leslie Brawn

Heartland

Kristy Most

3rd

Jack Zaner

Gretna

Carrie Smith

4th

Pavlo Odnonozdryev

Wymore

Jamie Schluter

5th

Courtney Klaasmeyer

Johnson County Central

Angie Huskey

Web Page Design

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44th Annual Business Contest winners

Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Nik Rutledge

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

2nd

Megan Wright

Auburn

Maranda Gerdes

3rd

Matteo Antunez

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

4th

Sam Sparks

Platteview

Patti Layher

5th

Ian Noel

Auburn

Maranda Gerdes

Word Processing Placement

Winner

School

Instructor

1st

Emma Bjork

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

2nd

Jennifer Daharsh

Syracuse

Susan Wellman

3rd

Elizabeth Hodges

Johnson-Brock

Sylvia Smith

4th

Rhianna Wilhelm

Heartland

Kristy Most

5th

Quiana Logans

Bellevue East

Andrew Werner

### Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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Joe Starita speaks about new book, history of Nebraska

Joe Starita speaks about new book, history of Nebraska MAR 21, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Joe Starita visited Peru State College with a box of his latest book and a keen understanding of Nebraskan history. Starita, who is currently a professor at the University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications, spoke as part of the campus's Distinguished Speaker Series. Mr. Starita's third and latest book is "A Warrior of the People—How Susan La Flesche Overcame Racial and Gender Inequality to Become America’s First Indian Doctor.” The book was published in November of 2016. Starita spoke passionately about American Indian history and particularly about the life of Susan La Flesche. The proceeds from his book sales support a college scholarship fund for American Indian high school graduates. Noah Temme introducing Joe Starita. Temme was one of several history students that had dinner with Starita before the speech. Peru State's Rotaract hosted local Rotarians from Auburn, Falls City, Lincoln and Nebraska City. Left to Right: President of the Peru State Rotaract Club, Noah Harvey; First Lady of Peru State, Elaine Hanson; Joe Starita; and President of the Auburn Rotary Club, Jason Hogue. Joe Starita speaking on the Peru State campus. 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. Olympian and Nebraska native, Curt Tomasevicz, will speak as part of this series on April 10. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.peru.edu/speakerseries. ###

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12/11/23, 4:28 PM

First Peru State webinar about co-teaching

First Peru State webinar about co-teaching MAR 22, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Building on their own classroom experiences, Dr. Kelly Kingsley, Dr. Judith Ruskamp and Pat Rippe will present the inaugural Peru State Webinar on co-teaching. In addition to their extensive experience, Kingsley, Ruskamp and Rippe have received additional training in the principles and value of co-teaching for teacher candidates during field experience. Dr. Kelly Kingsley, professor of education, writes, “School of Education trains our teacher candidates and their cooperating teachers, so they can co-teach during student teaching.” The co-teaching webinar builds on the broad idea of two teachers working with a group of students together to include planning, assessment and more. The webinar will also present the research benefits of adopting various approaches to this shared experience. The webinar will be held March 28 at 3:45 p.m. Copies of the presentation will be available after that date. Register at https://tinyurl.com/PeruStateWebinar. Dr. Judith Ruskamp Dr. Judith Ruskamp is a Professor for the School of Education at Peru State College. Prior to her arrival at Peru State College in August of 2002, Ruskamp was employed for thirteen years with the Johnson-Brock Public School District as a language arts instructor for grades 10-12 and as a coach for one-act play production and speech. Ruskamp received her bachelors in Secondary Education from the University of South Dakota and Masters in Secondary Education from Peru State College. She received her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dr. Kelly Kingsley Dr. Kingsley is an Assistant Professor for the School of Education at Peru State College. She started her educational career in 1988 in the Bellevue Public School District (Bellevue, Nebraska), where she taught second through sixth grades, focusing on third grade, for 21 years. Kingsley completed her doctoral work at the University of Nebraska Lincoln as part of the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate in 2012 with an emphasis in Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education. Her doctoral emphasis was on word work with elementary students. Pat Rippe Rippe has recently retired as the Director of Field Experience for the School of Education at Peru State College. Rippe served as the Director of Field Experience for 18 years. Previously she had served 15 years as an elementary teacher and special education teacher at Johnson-Brock Public Schools. Rippe started her education career as a language arts instructor at the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired (NCECBVI). Rippe earned her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with an additional endorsement for K-12 Visually Handicapped. ###

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Bailey Bindle named Traffic Safety Scholar

Bailey Bindle named Traffic Safety Scholar MAR 28, 2018 Bailey Bindle

San Antonio - Peru State College student Bailey Bindle has been named a 2018 Traffic Safety Scholar (TSS) and awarded a $1,000 scholarship to attend the 37th annual National Lifesavers Conference on Highway Safety Priorities, April 22-24 in San Antonio, TX. Bindle was also a 2017 Traffic Safety Scholar. Bindle is one of 50 U.S. and international college students selected through a competitive application process. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, proven countermeasures, and promising new approaches for addressing the nation’s most pressing traffic safety problems. Bindle is pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Counseling and Psychology and minoring in Substance Abuse Counseling at Peru State College. This is the third year of the Traffic Safety Scholars program, which provides college students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees the opportunity to attend the Lifesavers Conference, the largest gathering of traffic safety professionals in the U.S. The goal of the TSS program is to showcase the diversity of opportunities in traffic safety and encourage students, regardless of discipline, to pursue a career in a dynamic field that draws from a variety of disciplines from engineering, education and enforcement to communications, business, marketing, medicine, public health, political science, counseling, and more. Bindle and her fellow Traffic Safety Scholars will be honored at a pre-conference reception on April 21 in San Antonio where they will be welcomed by Terry Pence, Traffic Safety Director for the Texas Department of Transportation; Erin Sauber-Schatz, Leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Transportation Safety Team; and John Ulczycki, Vice President of Legislative Affairs for LMG Holdings, Inc. and Chairman of the Lifesavers Board of Directors. The Scholars will also have the opportunity to participate in three plenary sessions and more than 80 workshops featuring leading experts in the field of distracted and impaired driving and walking; child passenger, pedestrian, bicycle, motorcycle, teen, and older driver safety; adult occupant protection; vehicle technology; law enforcement; commercial vehicles; roadway design; and more. ###

To learn more about the Lifesaver Conference and the TSS program, visit http://www.lifesaversconference.org conference.org.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Governor Pete Ricketts Appoints NSCS Student Trustees

Governor Pete Ricketts Appoints NSCS Student Trustees MAR 28, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Governor Pete Ricketts has appointed Peru State College student Camarie Stratman of Hartington, Nebraska, to serve as student representative on the Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees. Stratman will serve during the 2018-2019 academic year. Stratman, a junior at Peru State College, is majoring in psychology with a minor in human resources. She is currently serving as a student worker in the Human Resource office on campus. She has previously tutored children in an after school program for Nebraska Wesleyan. She stated in her application that “a student trustee has a unique opportunity to allow the voices from students on campus to be heard.” She further stated that she "would like to be the element that motivates student involvement on campus.” Stratman is the daughter of Corey and Melissa Stratman of Hartington, Nebraska. Article II of the Nebraska State College System (NSCS) Bylaws prescribes, "An undergraduate student enrolled full-time shall be appointed by the Governor from each of the Nebraska State Colleges to serve a one-year term. Under those bylaws, candidates for the Student Trustee position apply to a committee of four to five students, a faculty advisor and the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs. Three nominations are passed to the Student Senate for approval to be sent to the Governor of Nebraska. Student Trustees are non-voting members of the Board and participate in all Board activities and discussions except for certain personnel and legal matters. Stratman will serve on the Board with Student Trustees from Wayne State College and Chadron State College. Camarie Stratman The Nebraska State College System serves nearly 9,000 students through three geographically diverse institutions. Combined, the three Colleges offer more than 200 degree, certificate and pre-professional programs that are accessible on the campuses, via the internet and in several locations throughout the state. With more than 250 credentialed faculty members and 50,000 successful graduates, the Nebraska State College System provides significant human and intellectual capital that contributes to the current and future strength of the State of Nebraska. ###

This is an update of a March 26 release from the Nebraska State College System.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge MAR 28, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge, which was founded in 1993 on the Peru State College campus, has announced the winners of its 25th annual contest.

Dr. Laura McCauley, assistant professor of math at Peru State College, said, “It was awesome! More than 125 students from 12 schools joined us for a great time at the 25th anniversary of the Challenge.”

The competition consisted of three different sessions. The first session was a forty-question multiple choice individual exam in the subject for which the student registered. The second test was a team exam where students answered open-ended mathematics questions. The third session was a quiz bowl against other students in one of the specific subject areas.

The top three individual scores on the written tests and the top team score for each division and subject were given awards. Certificates were presented to the quiz bowl finalist teams.

Lincoln Christian High School was not able to attend the award ceremony.

Algebra Division I Winners:

First place was won by Jonathan Xing from Lincoln Christian. No photo.

Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Zach Beaver from Falls City, who won second place.

Drew Dixon from Auburn won 3rd place.

Lincoln Christian took home the team award for Algebra Division I. No photo.

Algebra Division II Winners:

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Celina Chrisman for her first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Ellie Fields on her second place win.

Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Colton Roberts from Harvard on his third place win.

Harvard took home the team award for Algebra Division II.

Algebra Division III Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president Dan Hanson, President of Peru State, congratulates Weeping Water’s Wenli Bian on her first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Sterling High School’s Malayna Wingert on her second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Weeping Water’s Lucas Buller on his third place win.

Weeping Water took home the team award in Algebra Division III.

Calculus Division I Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Beatrice High School’s Joseph Wright on his first place win.

Second place was won by Ryan Van Ostrand from Lincoln Christian. No photo.

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Third place was won by Aidan Nelson from Lincoln Christian. No photo.

Lincoln Christian took home the team award for Calculus Division 1. No photo.

Calculus Division II Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Ray Nierman on his first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Lynnae Bennett on her second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Craig R-III’s Deanna Clayton on her third place win.

Harvard took home the team award in Calculus Division II.

Geometry Division I Winners:

Lincoln Christian’s Ben Rickels won first place. No photo.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Auburn High School’s Derek Mason on his second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Falls City’s Laney Feek on her third place win.

Lincoln Christian took home the team award for Geometry Division 1. No photo.

Geometry Division II Winners:

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Thayer Central’s Jayden Leonard on her first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates HTRS’s Joe Stalder on his second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Ashley Nierman on her third place win.

Thayer took home the team award for Geometry Division II.

Geometry Division III Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Sterling High School’s Diego Sterkel on his first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Sterling High School’s Belle Haner on her second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Weeping Water’s Avery Heath on his third place win.

Sterling took home the team award for Geometry Division III.

Precalculus Division I Winners:

Josh Friesen, from Lincoln Christian, won first place. No photo.

Andrew Bond, from Lincoln Christian, won second place. No photo.

Hunter Schwaninger, from Lincoln Christian, won third place. No photo.

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

Lincoln Christian took home the team award for Precalculus Division 1. No photo.

Precalculus Division II Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates HTRS’s Clarence Schuler on his first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Harvard High School’s Carleigh Novak on her second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates HTRS’s Anie Popham on her third place win.

Thayer took home the team award for Precalculus Division II.

Precalculus Division III Winners:

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Johnson Brock’s Isaiah Spruth-Janssen on his first place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Weeping Water’s Michael Stackpole on his second place win.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, congratulates Weeping Water’s Marshall Garner on his third place win.

Johnson-Brock took home the team award for Pre-Calculus Division III.

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Ashton Peiman contributed to this release

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Peru State hosts 25th annual Greater Southeast Nebraska Mathematics Challenge

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Alumna named national finalist for 2018 RITA award.

Alumna named national finalist for 2018 RITA award. MAR 30, 2018

Houston, TX— Romance Writers of America is pleased to announce that the work “In His Arms” by author Julia Harney Stamps has been named as a finalist in the Romance Novella category of the 2018 RITA awards. Stamps writes under the pen name Jules Dixon. “In His Arms” is part of the Falling: Small Town Love Anthology. The blurb for Stamps’ story teases, “Carelessly written words force Kiera home to protect others’ secrets while hiding her own. Will she be forgiven or forgotten?” Stamps has more than twenty publications under the name Jules Dixon including the series Triple R , Cherry County Cowboys and Holiday Hotties. Jules Dixon / Julia Harney Stamps Stamps is a 1992 graduate of Peru State College and currently resides in Omaha, Nebraska. The RITA, the romance publishing industry’s highest award of distinction, recognizes excellence in published romance novels and novellas. Up to 2,000 romance novels and novellas from 13 different categories are judged each year in the RITA competition. After the first round of judging by fellow published romance authors, the competition narrows to approximately 100 finalists. A complete list of finalists and author photos can be found on the RWA web site at www.rwa.org in the Contests and Awards section. Winners of the awards will be announced Thursday, July 19, 2018, at an Awards Ceremony to be held at the 38th Annual RWA Conference in Denver, Colorado. Romance Writers of America advances the professional interests of career-focused romance writers through networking and advocacy. The association has more than 10,000 members in the United States and abroad. ###

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Peru State to recognize Alcohol Awareness and Sexual Assault Awareness in April

Peru State to recognize Alcohol Awareness and Sexual Assault Awareness in April MAR 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Eight events are scheduled on the Peru State campus to raise awareness of sexual assault and the dangers of alcohol. April is both Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Alcohol Awareness Month. The National Sexual Survivors Network writes, "The movement to end sexual violence in the United States, and around the world, relies on people who’ve made a choice to do something." "Sexual violence often seems inevitable, but the choice to do something and get involved has made incredible changes in national and global conversations about sexual violence. In recent decades, these changing conversations have expanded support for survivors and led to substantial innovation in the work of preventing sexual violence." More information about Sexual Assault Awareness Month and resources for sexual assault survivors can be found at https://www.nsvrc.org. The National Council of Alcohol and Drug Dependence writes, "Founded and sponsored by NCADD, Alcohol Awareness Month was established in 1987 to help reduce the stigma so often associated with alcoholism by encouraging communities to reach out to the American public each April with information about alcohol, alcoholism and recovery." "Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease, genetically predisposed and fatal if untreated. However people can and do recover. In fact, it is estimated that as many as 20 million individuals and family members are living lives in recovery!" More information about Alcohol Awareness Month and resources for people seeking help with alcoholism can be found at .

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Olympic Champion Curt Tomasevicz to speak at Peru State

Olympic Champion Curt Tomasevicz to speak at Peru State APR 2, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Curt Tomasevicz will present on the Peru State College campus as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. His presentation, “Have No Fear,” will touch on his Olympic gold medal for bobsledding and collegiate football career with the Huskers. Tomasevicz’s presentation will be Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 7 p.m. in the Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC) The speech will be free and open to the public Curt Tomasevicz grew up in Shelby, Nebraska, a small town of nearly 700 people. While attending the University of Nebraska, Curt played running back and linebacker for the Huskers, earning most of his playing time on special teams. Curt holds a bachelor and master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Astrophysics from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. During his first season of bobsledding, Tomasevicz landed on the World Cup circuit, consistently pushing on the USA II sled. He made his Olympic debut in Torino in 2006, where his team took sixth place in the four-man competition. His biggest achievement came in February at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, Canada, when he, Steve Holcomb, Justin Olsen, and Steve Mesler raced the “Night Train” to the first American four-man Olympic title in 62 years. Curt Tomasevicz 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. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State’s show choir, Prestige, to present 2018 Spring Showcase

Peru State’s show choir, Prestige, to present 2018 Spring Showcase APR 2, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College’s show choir, Prestige, will perform their 3rd Annual Spring Showcase on Friday, April 6, 2018. The 7 p.m. in the PSC Student Center is free and open to the public.

The group will perform an eclectic mix of jazz, a cappella, barbershop, doo-wop and pop tunes. Under the direction of two-time Grammy quarter-finalist for Music Educator of the Year, Dr. Jake Bartlett, Prestige will perform arrangements of legendary charts like Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Stars and Stripes Forever and Come Fly with Me.

A reception will follow the performance. This will be the final Prestige concert this semester.

Prestige performing at the 2017 Spring Showcase.

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Anna McCord contributed to this release.

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Three students featured in exhibition at Peru State’s Art Gallery

Three students featured in exhibition at Peru State’s Art Gallery APR 2, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru State Art Gallery is currently featuring the Senior Art Exhibition of Anna McCord, Gerald Focken, and Nathan Peoples. The full exhibition will be open through May 2, 2018. The Peru State Art Gallery is free and open to the public. The Gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or by appointment by contacting: Terry Van Gundy at tvangundy@peru.edu or Ryan Crotty at rcrotty@peru.edu. The senior exhibition will serve as McCord, Focken and Peoples’ capstone project for their college career. It showcases their favorite work and their talents as artists and designers. ### Anna McCord contributed to this release.

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12/11/23, 4:31 PM

Jeff Harvey named Businessperson of the Year

Jeff Harvey named Businessperson of the Year BY JASON HOGUE | APR 9, 2018 Jeff Harvey

Kearney, Nebraska - Jeff Harvey was recognized as Businessperson of the Year at the 2017-2018 Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference. He was nominated for the award by the Peru State College PBL Chapter. Harvey writes, “I am honored to receive this award and proud to represent Good Samaritan Society–Auburn." "Thank you to Peru State's Phi Beta Lambda for nominating me! We are very fortunate to have Peru State College in Southeast Nebraska. They are a partner, supporting many different organizations, and are leading the way in providing education and personal development for their students." Noah Harvey, a member of Peru State's Phi Beta Lambda chapter, accepting the Businessperson of the Year award on behalf of his father, Jeff Harvey. Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, professor of business and Peru State's PBL advisor writes, "We nominated Jeff for his work with our chapter this year. He’s been a great supporter." The award recognizes outstanding businesspersons from the private business sector throughout Nebraska who have contributed to the success of PBL at the local level. Each local chapter may nominate one person for Businessperson of the Year. Harvey serves as the administrator for Good Samaritan Society-Auburn and has been there for thirteen years. Good Samaritan Society-Auburn provides skilled nursing care, assisted living service and home health services to the elderly and those in need. Harvey started his career in health care at the young age of sixteen as a certified nursing assistant. He later became a licensed practical nurse and then finished his studies at Bellevue University in health care administration. Harvey’s first assignment as an administrator was in Alma, Nebraska, for Good Samaritan where he served for six years before transferring to Auburn. Harvey is a native of Nebraska growing up mainly in central Nebraska, however he also lived in Papua New Guinea for three years where his parents served as missionaries. He currently lives in Auburn with his family: wife Chris and children Noah and Hannah. Bella and Sophie, their two dogs, are a big part of the family as well. Harvey is an avid Husker fan and frequently attends football and basketball games. He also enjoys golfing, reading and home improvement projects. He especially enjoys spending time with his family. Jeff is a member of the Auburn Rotary Club and serves on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:34 PM

Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition APR 10, 2018

Kearney, Nebraska - 36 Peru State College students competed in the 2017-2018 Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference. Peru State's PBL chapter earned 96 top-eight awards including 16 first place finishes this year and four chapter awards. Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan, professor of business and Peru State's PBL advisor writes, “Peru State Phi Beta Lambda continues to excel when competing at the State Leadership Conference." "It’s truly exciting having new students each and every year experience what PBL has to offer and to showcase their knowledge and talents. Students continually accept the challenge of these competitive events and perform at a very high level. Grotrian-Ryan concludes, "I look forward to having a large Peru State group represent Nebraska PBL at the National Leadership Conference this summer.” The top two places in production or performance events or top three places in objective tests in each event are automatically eligible to compete at the National Leadership Conference in Baltimore, Maryland this June. At this time, 24 Peru State students have automatically qualified for the national competition. Students can compete in only two events at nationals, and since Peru State has several students who will have options, other students may move up in the standings as participants decide which events they will enter.

Chapter Awards The Peru State College PBL chapter was again 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. Peru State was similarly recognized in 2016 and 2017. Peru State College was also recognized for having the largest membership of the four-year colleges. Peru State has 42 chapter members. Last year Peru State had the second largest chapter. Peru State College was recognized with the Overall Excellence Award in Business Partnerships. The Overall Excellence Award in Business Partnerships recognizes the top fundraising efforts of a local chapter to support the State Leadership Conference. Finally, Peru State College was recognized with the Overall Excellence Award for 4-Year Colleges. The Overall Excellence Award is given to the top chapter in the state on the basis of all its activities which including participation in the most state-sponsored activities. Individual Events-----(students listed in alphabetical order; an * indicates automatic national qualifier in this event) Kendra Alberts (Auburn, NE) Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Kendra Alberts receiving a certificate for Who's Who in Nebraska PBL from Nebraska PBL State Advisor Ted Harsbarger. Ryan Arnold (Houston, TX) 1st place – Sales Presentation * Ryan Arnold receiving a first place trophy.

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Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

Ashli Becker (Yankton, SD) 5th place – Organizational Behavior & Leadership 6th place – Marketing Concepts Ashli Becker accepts a trophy.

Haley Benedict (Springfield, NE) 1st place – Desktop Publishing * 1st place – Integrated Marketing Campaign * 1st place – Website Design * 3rd place – Future Business Executive Haley Benedict receiving a first place trophy. Dawn Castle (Imperial, NE) 2nd place – Business Communication * 4th place – Retail Management Dawn Castle accepts a certificate. Rachael Cole (Wymore, NE) 2nd place – Entrepreneurship Concepts * 2nd place – Local Chapter Annual Business Report * 3rd place – Accounting for Professionals 5th place – Programming Concepts Rachael Cole accepting a first place trophy for Strategic Analysis & Decision Making. Rozlyn Cole (Wymore, NE) 6th place – Retail Management 6th place – Statistical Analysis

(Photo of Cole with team event results.) Hannah Cook (Ponca, NE) 1st place – Help Desk * 2nd place – Organizational Behavior & Leadership * Hannah Cook receives a first place trophy from Kendra Alberts. Anthony De Abreu (Caracas, Venezuela) 1st place – Justice Administration * 2nd place – Help Desk * 3rd place – Computer Concepts * 5th place – Client Services Anthony De Abreu accepting a first place trophy. Ashlyn Draper (Lincoln, NE) 7th place – Marketing Concepts

Chaz Dunn (Falls City, NE) 2nd place – Global Analysis & Decision Making * 3rd place – Forensic Accounting 3rd place – Network Design

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Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

Sara Granfors (Seward, NE) 4th place – Computer Applications 4th place – Organizational Behavior & Leadership

(Photo of Gransfors with team events.) Lindsay Harlow (Dawson, NE) 4th place – Entrepreneurship Concepts 8th place – Management Concepts Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Lindsay Harlow receiving a certificate for Who's Who in Nebraska PBL from Nebraska PBL State Advisor Ted Harsbarger. Noah Harvey (Auburn, NE) 1st place – Impromptu Speaking * 4th place – Personal Finance 5th place – Public Speaking Noah Harvey accepting a first place trophy. Alexandra Kenney (Milford, NE) 2nd place – Financial Services * 3rd place – Help Desk 3rd place – Sales Presentation Alexandra Kenney accept a trophy. Spencer Kerwin (Omaha, NE) 3rd place – Client Services 5th place – Help Desk

(Kerwin photos with team events.) JT Lonnborg (Beatrice, NE) 5th place – Justice Administration 6th place – Client Services 6th place – Computer Concepts 8th place – Help Desk JT Lonnborg accepts an award certificate. Brenda Lutz (Rock Port, MO) 1st place – Computer Applications * 1st place – Small Business Management Plan * 4th place – Help Desk > Brenda Lutz accepting a first place trophy. Trey Nelson (Lincoln, NE) 4th place – Client Services

(Nelson photo with team events.)

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Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

Tristen Nelson (Lincoln, NE) 2nd place – Client Services * 2nd place – Job Interview *

(Nelson photo with team events.) Christopher Nwafor (Lagos, Nigeria) 3rd place – Future Business Educator 4th place – Macroeconomics 4th place – Public Speaking 6th place – Sales Presentation 8th place – Microeconomics Christopher Nwafor accepts a certificate for fourth place. Morgan Peabody (Morrill, KS) 8th place – Networking Concepts

Scott Riley (Auburn, NE) 2nd place – Future Business Executive * 2nd place – Impromptu Speaking * 3rd place – Small Business Management Plan 4th place – Job Interview 6th place – Help Desk Who’s Who in Nebraska PBL Scott Riley receiving a certificate for Who's Who in Nebraska PBL from Nebraska PBL State Advisor Ted Harsbarger. Brooke Rudebusch (Moorpark, California) 2nd place – Contemporary Sports Issues *

Camie Stratman (Hartington, NE) 2nd place – Public Speaking * 5th place – Human Resource Management Cammie Stratman receives a second place trophy from Nebraska PBL President Scott Riley. Jacey Sutton (Wahoo, NE) 4th place – Small Business Management Plan Jacey Sutton accepts a certificate. Team Events-----(students listed in alphabetical order; an * indicates automatic national qualifier in this event) Ryan Arnold & Amanda Jo Cleek Arnold (Houston, TX) 1st place – Mobile Application Development * 2nd place – Business Law * 3rd place – Marketing Analysis & Decision Making

Ashli Becker & Velma Hauck (Fremont, NE) 2nd place – Small Business Management Plan *

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Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

Rachael Cole & Lindsay Harlow 3rd place – Website Design

Rozlyn Cole, Sara Granfors & Spencer Kerwin 1st place – Strategic Analysis & Decision Making *

Sara Granfors accepts a first place trophy. Hannah Cook & Velma Hauck 2nd place – Hospitality Management * 2nd place – Human Resource Management * Velma Hauk accepts a trophy.

Hannah Cook & JT Lonnborg 3rd place – Emerging Business Issues

Lindsay Harlow & Brook Hays (Oxford, NE) 1st place – Forensic Accounting * 3rd place – Financial Services 3rd place – Strategic Analysis & Decision Making 5th place – Small Business Management Plan Brook Hays accepts a first place trophy. Lindsay Harlow, Brooke Hays & Sara Granfors 3rd place – Accounting Analysis & Decision Making

Nadja Janjevic (Podgorica, Montenegro) & Yorgelys Jaspe (San Carols, Costa Rica) 3rd place – Business Presentation Nadja Janjevic accepts a certificate. Yorgelys Jaspe accepts a certificate.

Nadja Janjevic, Yorgelys Jaspe & Paulius Sakinis (Klaipėda, Lithuania) 3rd place – Global Analysis & Decision Making Paulius Sakinis accepts a certificate. Spencer Kerwin & Noah Temme (Fairmont, NE) 1st place – Community Service Project (The CHANCE Initiative & AmeriCorps work) * Spencer Kerwin accepts a first place trophy.> Noah Temme congratulated on his first place finish. Tristen Nelson & Trey Nelson 1st place – Business Decision Making * 1st place – Management Analysis & Decision Making *

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Phi Beta Lambda Wins 96 Awards at National Competition

2nd place – Economic Analysis & Decision Making * 2nd place – Financial Analysis & Decision Making * Trey Nelson accepting a first place trophy from Scott Riley. Tristen Nelson stands ready to receive his trophy. Trey Nelson, Tristen Nelson, Brooke Hays, Rozlyn Cole & Noah Harvey 1st place – Parliamentary Procedure * Rozlyn Cole accepting a first place trophy.Alex Bowman, Tyler Harms, and Meredie Ludwig also competed this year for Peru State PBL. Additional Awards Jeff Harvey was named Businessperson of the Year. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan was named Advisor of the Year. ###

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Sheri Grotrian-Ryan named State Advisor of the Year

Sheri Grotrian-Ryan named State Advisor of the Year APR 10, 2018

Kearney, Nebraska - Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan was named the Nebraska Advisor of the Year at the 2017-2018 Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference. This is her fourth year to be recognized with that award. Grotrian-Ryan is a Professor of Business at Peru State and has advised its PBL Chapter for 12 years. During her tenure, she has helped more than 200 students compete at the State and National level. Her students have brought home 11 national championships since 2011. Grotrian-Ryan writes, "I’m extremely honored to receive the Advisor of the Year award at this year’s SLC. Working with such wonderful students makes my role as advisor gratifying; without each of them, Peru State PBL wouldn’t be what it is today.” id="attachment_9528" align="" width="300" Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan receiving her award from Peru State alum and Nebraska PBL President, Scott Riley. Nebraska PBL has shared the following from Grotrian-Ryan's nomination: “The nominee’s devotion is the key to what makes our chapter a success. She is constantly organizing, planning, and performing the ‘behind the scenes’ activities required for our chapter to operate. She also really cares about all of the chapter members and is always willing to drop everything to help them." "All members feel comfortable approaching her not only about club items but about things going on in their personal lives. She has a knack for developing personal relationships with club members and pushing them to better themselves every day and not only in respect to Phi Beta Lambda," the nominator continues. "She is accountable and passionate about guiding students to success. She is always looking for different ways to better students’ leadership and networking skills, as well as working with them to strengthen their workable skills to make them more marketable after graduation. She is a natural leader who is approachable, passionate and is a person who positively impacts those she meets.”id="attachment_9559" align="" width="225" Dr. Sheri Grotrian-Ryan Grotrian-Ryan completed her Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her area of emphasis is Educational Leadership in Higher Education with a concentration in Human Resource Development. Her dissertation was entitled, “Mentoring Functions within the American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Leadership Development Program: A Mixed Methods Study.” She received an MBA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a focus in Strategic Management. Grotrian-Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration-Marketing & Management from Peru State College. Grotrian-Ryan has also served as Managing Editor for Human Resource Development Review and as Production Editor for the National Council of Instructional Administrators’ (NCIA) Program Initiatives. Grotrian-Ryan is co-director of the Children’s Health, Activity & Nutrition Community Engagement (CHANCE) Initiative. This longitudinal service-learning study partners with the non-profit 501(c)(3) Peru State Foundation, local school districts, and other community partners to provide nutrition education and extra-curricular activities for elementary-aged children in an effort to address pediatric rural obesity. The CHANCE Initiative has been funded by Youth Serve America, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Nebraska, and the Rural Futures Institute to further solidify the pre-existing partnerships between the campus and community. Grotrian-Ryan lives in Nebraska City with her husband, Dr. Kyle Ryan, and their son.

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Sheri Grotrian-Ryan named State Advisor of the Year

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State Community Impact Group Collaborates on Cleanup Day

Peru State Community Impact Group Collaborates on Cleanup Day APR 13, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College, the Peru Community Impact Group and the City of Peru are partnering together for the citywide cleanup in 2018. The event begins Friday, April 27, 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 with items for the town cleanup should leave them on the curb by 9 a.m. Trucks will be by to pick up items after that time. 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 26 for environmentally safe disposal. Please notify City Hall of any drop-offs. Items NOT taken include: Tires Propane Tanks Used Oil

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

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Athlete Curt Tomasevicz Explores Overcoming Fear

Athlete Curt Tomasevicz Explores Overcoming Fear APR 13, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – On Tuesday evening, April 10, Curt Tomasevicz visited the Peru State College campus as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. His presentation, “Have No Fear,” explored his personal growth as an athlete, first joining the Husker football team and then training for three Olympic appearances. While attending the University of Nebraska, Curt played running back and linebacker for the Huskers, earning most of his playing time on special teams. After an impressive story about joining the Huskers through hard training and the student tryouts, Tomasevicz explained that bobsledding was not the sport of his childhood. Curt Tomasevicz speaking on the Peru State Campus. Tomasevicz said, "I was 23 years old and I knew nothing about bobsledding. I had seen Cool Runnings, but that was about it." The World-Herald's top 100 Nebraska Athletes adds some perspective: "Shelby, Nebraska, Tomasevicz's hometown is one of the flattest towns in one of the flattest states in America." "The elevation difference between the highest and lowest points is 7 feet. It is literally a town without a hill, one of the last places you’d expect to produce an Olympic gold medalist in bobsled." However, during his first season of bobsledding, Tomasevicz landed on the World Cup circuit, consistently pushing on the left side of the USA II sled. He made his Olympic debut in Torino, Italy, in 2006, where his team took sixth place in the four-man competition. Tomasevicz told Peru State students that his Olympic debut was made possible by the generosity of his Shelby, Nebraska, home. The town raised $25,000 to help Tomasevicz continue training and competing during his journey toward the 2006 Olympics. His biggest achievement came in February 2010 at the Olympics in Vancouver, Canada, when he, Steve Holcomb, Justin Olsen, and Steve Mesler raced the “Night Train” to the first American four-man Olympic title in 62 years. Tomasevicz was the rear man for this team and his Peru State talk discussed the difficulties of bobsledding in general with a special focus on his work pushing the bobsled and being the brakeman. As Tomasevicz walked to the medal stand, NBC’s Bob Costas told TV viewers that Shelby has 690 people, "I’m almost certain he’s the most famous person in Shelby, Nebraska - at least today." Tomasevicz went on to also compete in the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia. There his team won the bronze medal despite a hostile crowd. Tomasevicz described how loudly the Russian crowd cheered their own teams, including the Russia II team directly competing for the bronze medal, before an announcement that his team was about to compete silenced the crowd. That silence continued throughout the final heat and after their finish. He told the Peru State students that the continuing silence told him, before he saw a clock or official results, that the American team would win the bronze medal. Tomasevicz said it was the "best noise I never heard." According to a February Omaha World-Herald story, Tomasevicz's bronze medal in the Sochi Olympics may be advanced to silver due to the Russian doping scandal. The Russian gold medal bobsled team is among those alleged to have benefited from the elaborate urine replacement scheme.

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Athlete Curt Tomasevicz Explores Overcoming Fear

A part of Tomasevicz's story included explaining how his training evolved as he aged. The all-out training that had gained him a spot on the Husker football team was no longer the path to success. Instead he worked with a trainer to find a path to being in peak condition when he most need to be there. There was also an emphasis on the fear of accidents, leading to a description of what happens when the bobsled overturns. According to Tomasevicz, the initial impact bruises shoulders and bangs helmets into the ice. Then the 400-pound bobsled falls on the team. While this is happening, gravity pushes the accident downhill, often still at speeds approaching 90 miles an hour. There was no indication from Tomasevicz that the 20-25 accidents of his career ever caused him to reevaluate his commitment to bobsledding. Instead Tomasevicz explains, "My first bobsled trip was just like my last bobsled trip and every trip in between." He was scared the whole time, but that drove his sense of accomplishment. "Overcoming that fear is something special." Tomasevicz is now an engineering professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a researcher in the Nebraska Athletic Performance Lab. He recently completed his PhD in engineering. Tyler Harms, a business administration major from Falls City, introduced Tomasevicz. 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. ###

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The Disco Citizens Present: “This Can’t Be Happening!?”

The Disco Citizens Present: “This Can’t Be Happening!?” APR 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru Theatre Company is presenting their 2018 iteration of “The Disco Citizens.” The Disco Citizens is a collection of thirty short plays written by Peru State students to be performed in the Jindra Fine Arts Black Box Theatre.

The ticket price is $10 for general audiences and $5 for students and seniors. The performance is also free to PSC students and faculty. The show is rated M for intense subject matter and language.

Dual daily performances are being held on Tuesday April 17th and Wednesday April 18th at 4:30 & 9:30 PM with 3:00 & 7:30 PM showings on Saturday, April 21.

Titled “This Can’t Be Happening,” this year’s performance shines a light on the anxieties of today, ranging from social pressures to addiction, cynicism, sexuality and much more. If the performance meets its goal of going under an hour, the performers get free pizza, if it goes over an hour, the audience gets free pizza.

Last Year’s iteration of The Disco Citizens was titled “What Scares You?”

Under the direction of Professor Laura Lippman, the collection is written and performed by PSC students: Austin Martin (Falls City NE), Kaity Baker (Weeping Water NE), Ariason James (Beatrice NE) Zack Steele (Auburn NE), Charlie McKay (Portland OR) and Amelia Roth (Crete NE) with additional writings by Theresa Woods (Bellevue NE), Quentin Victor (Auburn NE), Alexa and Alyssa Cline (Saint Joseph, MO).

Other students involved in the production are Stage Manager Joshua Girard (Peru, NE), Light booth operator Sophie Marks (Salisbury MD) Box Office Manager Joshua Osborne (Auburn, NE) and MC’s Tristan Petz (Beemer NE) & Dillon Williamson.

Questions can be directed to Laura Lippman at llippman@peru.edu.

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Peru State attends Mathematical Association of America conference

Peru State attends Mathematical Association of America conference APR 24, 2018 The group the attended the conference, from left to right, Sarah Budz (San Antonio, Florida), Sophia Marks (Grand Island), Cassandra Cox, Dr. Laura McCauley, Damian Causgrove (Nebraska City) and Jesse Allen (Cook).

Peru, Nebraska – Four student members of Alpha Mu Omega attended the Nebraska Southeast South Dakota Spring 2018 Section Meeting held in April. The Peru State students were escorted by Dr. Laura McCauley, assistant professor of mathematics, and Cassandra Cox, instructor of mathematics. McCauley presented “Spot It! with Combinatorics” at the conference. Her presentation focused on how graph theory could be used to explain the mechanics of the game design. McCauley said the presentation was well-received with many well-wishers expressing interest in sharing her ideas with their own classes. Dr. McCauley presenting at the conference. The keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Dorff, the next president of the Mathematics Association of America. He is also a professor of mathematics and the department chair at Brigham Young University. Dorff gave two keynote presentations, the first on careers in mathematics and other STEM careers. The second was about mathematics in film and other video. He writes, “What’s your favorite movie? Star Wars? Avatar? The Avengers? Frozen? What do these and all the highest earning Hollywood movies since 2000 have in common? Mathematics!” Alpha Mu Omega was founded as the Peru State College honorary mathematics fraternity in 1927. It seeks to develop and promote interest in the study of mathematics. Students with an average of “C” or better in required courses for a major in mathematics and who have completed, or are enrolled in at least one mathematics course at the 200-level or above are eligible as members. Alpha Mu Omega oversees an annual math day competition on campus and members also participate in other campus-wide events. ###

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Peru State College commencement to be held Saturday, May 5

Peru State College commencement to be held Saturday, May 5 APR 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will hold its annual commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 5 in the Al Wheeler Activity Center. More than 400 students will earn diplomas this spring in graduate and undergraduate studies. Former Nebraska Senator Mike Johanns will give the commencement address. He is expected to speak about looking forward and using their education to make a difference. Johanns gave the commencement keynote at Peru State in 2002. Chemistry professor Dr. Dennis Welsh has been named the institution’s 2018 Teaching Excellence Award winner. He will be honored at the ceremony and give a short address. Attendees are also 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. For details about parking and other logistics, please visit https://www.peru.edu/commencement. As part of Peru State's sesquicentennial celebration, a time capsule and its contents will be presented following the reception on the campus quad. ###

Anna McCord contributed to this release.

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56 teacher candidates initiated into honor society

56 teacher candidates initiated into honor society MAY 4, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education, is pleased to announce that 56 teacher candidates have been invited and inducted into its membership through the Beta Mu Chapter of Peru State College. The initiation ceremony took place on April 20, 2018 in the Live Oak Room on Peru State’s campus.

The initiation ceremony is the method by which the chapters honor the academic achievements of new initiates, and it also serves to educate the newest members about the rich legacy and ideals of KDP. The initiation ceremony is the cornerstone of the Kappa Delta Pi membership experience.

Dr. Robert Ingram, assistant professor of education, gave the keynote address. He challenged the future teachers to be awesome.

Ariason Jones and Kelsie Hinz showing off their certificates of membership.

The Society inducts only those individuals who have exhibited the ideals of scholarship, integrity in service and commitment to excellence in teaching and its allied professions. Selection as a member of Kappa Delta Pi is based on high academic achievement, a commitment to education as a career, and a professional attitude that assures steady growth in the profession.

At Peru State College members must have the intent to continue academically and professionally in the field of education; demonstrate leadership attributes and commitment to equity; have completed at least 24 credits of collegiate course work; have at least 6 credit hours in education course work programmed, in progress, or completed; demonstrate a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or ranking in the upper 20% of the school; and receive an invitation to membership from the Beta Mu Chapter at Peru State College.

Dr. Gina L. Bittner, associate professor of education, and Dr. Kelly A. Kingsley, assistant professor of education, are the chapter advisors.

List of initiates:

Mackenzie Allyn Bishop (Nebraska City, Nebraska) Jeremy D. Bittner (Dawson, Nebraska) Damian Caumsgrove (Nebraska City, Nebraska) Dana Christensen (North Las Vegas, Nevada)

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56 teacher candidates initiated into honor society

Claire Elise Cudney (Marysville, Kansas) Hannah Dodd (Seneca, Kansas) Courtney Nicole Elle (Nebraska City, Nebraska) Kealyn Ann Ensminger (Homer, Nebraska) Jordan Caleb Fischer (Hartington, Nebraska) Brandon Lee Gibson (Falls City, Nebraska) Kaylee Gill (Allen, Nebraska) Sydney Renae Girmus (Friend, Nebraska) Marissa Rayne Montaril Gomez (Omaha, Nebraska) Alyssa Grell (Omaha, Nebraska) Mary Elizabeth Grose (Peoria, Arizona) Kelsey Jo Hayes (Falls City, Nebraska) Kelsie Hinz (Beatrice, Nebraska) Luke A. Hoesing (Fremont, Nebraska) Haevyn J. Hug (Auburn, Nebraska) Ariason Miranda James (Omaha, Nebraska) Raechel Angelique Knowles (Nassau, Bahamas) Kasey Lamborn (Lincoln, Nebraska) Elly Christine Lempka (Tecumseh, NE) Ashley R. Looper (Dorchester, Nebraska) Zachary David Lutz (Cedar Creek, Nebraska) Mallory Matthies (Omaha, Nebraska) Anna Marie Meyer (Atkinson, Nebraska) Kenzie Mohlman (Lincoln, Nebraska) Vicki Linn Mulholland (Sterling, Nebraska) Kayla Michelle Myers (Sidney, Iowa) Keegan RaeAnn Nelson (Essex, Iowa)

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56 teacher candidates initiated into honor society

Abigail Newcomer (Bellevue, Nebraska) Calvin Daniel Nichols (Auburn, Nebraska) Madison Panko (Cook, Nebraska) Brianna Lynn Pfeiffer (Nebraska City, Nebraska) Maygan Marie Ramsey (Falls City, Nebraska) Katarina M. Robertson (Tarkio, Missouri) Elizabeth Ann Robine (Omaha, Nebraska) Linda Lucy Romero Gutierrez (Lincoln, Nebraska) Amber Marie Rush (Bellevue, Nebraska) Kristin Sanford (Lincoln, Nebraska) Stephanie Scales (Denton, Kansas) Melanie Slama (Peru, Nebraska) Eric Lynn Kalani Sundar (Kemmerer, Wyoming) Josie J. Tennant (Thornton, Colorado) Mikaela Thompson (Auburn, Nebraska) McKenzie Tonniges (York, Nebraska) Sara Marie Vance (Shenandoah, Iowa) Samantha Wahle (Pacific Junction, Iowa) Megan D. Wallace (Ralston, Nebraska) Karen Webb (Auburn, Nebraska) Emily Whipple (Lincoln, Nebraska) Nyla Annette Witzel (Brainard, Nebraska) Delaney Woodruff (Bellevue, Nebraska) Destiny Cheyenne Worthey (Humboldt, Nebraska) Marissa Jean Wusk (Adams, Nebraska)

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Peru State College awards degrees to 402

Peru State College awards degrees to 402 MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College and its President, Dr. Dan Hanson, under the authority of the Nebraska State College System, granted degrees to 402 graduates on Saturday, May 5, 2018. More than 3,000 people attended the ceremony in the Al Wheeler Athletic Center. December 2017, May 2018 and August 2018 graduates were all eligible to walk at the May Commencement. In total, Peru State College will grant 278 bachelor’s degrees and 124 graduate degrees in the 2017-2018 academic year. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “This ceremony celebrates the successes of our students and the tradition of excellence at Peru State College – a tradition of serving students for 150 years.” Senator Mike Johanns gave the keynote address. As he turned the direction of his address to the graduates, Johanns said, “Applause dies. Trophies tarnish. Headlines fade. Material things do not last.” After quizzing the crowd on recent famous award winners, Johanns asked the graduates to remember the family members, mentors and all the folks that profoundly affected their lives. There was clear recognition that this question was easier than his earlier quiz. His parting advice was to, “Try to live your life so that you are the answer to that question.” May 2018 Undergraduate Degrees Awarded Bachelor of Arts Name

Major

Ewert, Siera Renee

Honors

City

State

Liberal Arts

Lincoln

Fricke, Ethan Allen

Social Science

Burr

Hall, Rachael Ann

History

Falls City

Kirby, Rian Nicole

History

Elkhorn

Krewson, Colton J.

History

Sidney

Cum Laude

Bachelor of Science Alberts, Kendra Ranae

K-12 Special Education

Summa Cum Laude

Auburn

Albrecht, Amie Marie

K-12 Special Education

Summa Cum Laude

Wilber

Alley, Aliscia K.

Criminal Justice – Administration

Cum Laude

Friend

Alzueta, Cristina Viera

Kinesiology

Indian

Orchard

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Andersen, Keri Rose

Peru State College awards degrees to 402

Psychology

Cum Laude

Adams

Magna Cum Laude

Omaha

Nemaha

Humboldt

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Andersen, Sheri L.

Business Administration – Management

Anderson, Libbey Ruth

Criminal Justice – Counseling Psychology

Antholz, Amanda Sue

Early Childhood Education Inclusive B-3

Summa Cum Laude

Arciniega, Manuel

Sport and Exercise Science

Hemet

Ashford, Chelsea Danielle

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Maryville

Baldacci, Hannah Marie

Psychology

Cum Laude

Olathe

Barr, Natasha Joleen

Elementary Education

Summa Cum Laude

Burchard

Benedict, Haley Jayne

Business Administration – Management

Magna Cum Laude

Springfield

Summa Cum Laude

Hamburg

Business Administration – Marketing

Benefiel, Kaitlin Marie

Social Science

Berry, Asha

Business Administration – Management

Adelanto

Bigham, Sally Ruth

Psychology

Fairview

Billups, Katelyn Leotha

Graphic Design

Wymore

Bonnes, Melissa Jo

Psychology

Shenandoah

Bowman, Alexandria Sophia

Psychology

Thousand

Summa Cum Laude

Oaks Bowman, Elizabeth J.

Business Administration – Management

Cum Laude

West Point

Business Administration – Marketing

Bradley, Jessica Nicole Marie

7-12 Special Education

Bellevue

Burgess, Shannon

Elementary Education

Beatrice

Camastra III, Theodore John

Criminal Justice – Administration

Lawrence

Capps, Michele Lynne

Criminal Justice – Administration

Unadilla

Carlos, Rachel Lemona

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Kaneohe

Carlson, Samantha Jo

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Cozad

Carnahan, Travis R.

Business Administration – Marketing

Ceresco

Cum Laude

Ahmoi

Summa Cum Laude

Business Administration – Management

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Chapin, Megan Rae

Business Administration – Management

Cum Laude

Auburn

Christen, Hannah Noelle

Psychology

Cum Laude

Filley

Christensen, Dana Rae

Early Childhood Education Inclusive B-3

N Las Vegas

Christensen, Ryan Lee

English

Summa Cum Laude

Omaha

Cook, Amber Nicole

Business Administration – Management

Summa Cum Laude

Rock Port

Computer Management Information Systems

Cooper, Megan Mariah

Criminal Justice – Law and Society

Bellevue

Dalrymple, Cheyenne Tricia

Health and Physical Education K-12

Stockton

DeBraal, Aubrey Elise

Psychology

Magna Cum Laude

Henderson

DeVorss, Kathleen M

Psychology

Cum Laude

Nebraska City

Dickman, Kendra Lynn

Business Administration – Management

Papillion

Draper, Ashlyn R.

Business Administration – Management

Lincoln

Omaha

Business Administration – Marketing

Duran Lopez, Francisco Javier

Biochemical Science

Dvorak, Nolan Michael

Biochemical Science

Summa Cum Laude

Plattsmouth

Elle, Courtney Nicole

Early Childhood Education Inclusive B-3

Cum Laude

Nebraska City

Fedorchik, Jacob R.

Computer Management Information Systems

Omaha

Fine, Bethaney Anne

Psychology

Ogallala

Fischer, Jordan Caleb

Business, Marketing and Information

Lincoln

Summa Cum Laude

Technology 6-12 Focken, Gerald

Art – Fine Arts

Cook

Frede, Jason

Psychology

Rock Port

Garcia, Sandy Jo

Psychology

Strasburg

Gebremariam, Meheret

Biochemical Science

Harrisburg

Business Administration – Management

Weeping

Masresha Gewinner, Zachary

Water Gomez, Andrea Grace

Psychology

Shenandoah

Grantski, Taida

Business Administration – Management

Crete

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Grebert, Avery Kristeen

Peru State College awards degrees to 402

Biological Science

Shenandoah

Marie Grose, Mary Elizabeth

Early Childhood Education Inclusive B-3

Cum Laude

Peoria

Harling, Mitchell James

Biochemical Science

Magna Cum Laude

Falls City

Hartman, Megan

Business Administration – Marketing

Magna Cum Laude

Lincoln

Holloway, Monica Lee

Business Administration – Accounting

Cum Laude

Abilene

Hooper, Megan Virginia

Business Administration – Marketing

Hannibal

Hopper, Je’Kerra Jaelynn

Criminal Justice – Administration

Lincoln

Brownville

Bellevue

Cum Laude

Jordan Hug, Haevyn Julianna

K-12 Special Education

Hull, Lauren Elizabeth

Elementary Education

Magna Cum Laude

Early Childhood Education PK-3

Hunter, Cassandra Lynn

Sport and Exercise Science

Lincoln

Hutson, Shalissa Elaine

Community Music and Private Studio

Shambaugh

Jankovits, Jessica

Criminal Justice – Law and Society

Culbertson

Johansen, Hayden Robert

Computer Management Information Systems

Utica

Stanberry

Summa Cum Laude

Business Administration – Management

Johnson, James E

Music – Business Marketing

Julian, Derek

Disease and Human Health

Summa Cum Laude

Sterling

Kenney, Alexandra

Biochemical Science

Summa Cum Laude

Milford

Honors Program Graduate Kill, Benjamin James

K-12 Special Education

Summa Cum Laude

Magnolia

Kniffen, Tanya Renae

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Summa Cum Laude

San Antonio

Kohrs, Maddie S.

K-12 Special Education

Summa Cum Laude

Nebraska City

Kolman, Ryan Jerry

Business Administration – Marketing

Beatrice

Wonder Lake

Cedar Rapids

Business Administration – Management

Krull, Chevis Marie

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Kuhlmann, Christopher P.

Business Administration – Management

Kuncl, Jocelyn Kay

Early Childhood Education Inclusive B-3

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Cum Laude

Summa Cum Laude

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LaBreck, Bailey Nicole

Criminal Justice – Administration

Council Bluffs

Lechtenberg, Nicholas John

Criminal Justice – Administration

LaVista

Leif, Morgan

Psychology

Bennet

Looper, Ashley Renee

Elementary Education

Cum Laude

Dorchester

Ludwigs, Amanda Lyn

Psychology

Cum Laude

Clarinda

Lukasiewicz, Jared Lawrence

Criminal Justice – Administration

Farwell

Lunbery-Fox, Sofia Grace

Disease and Human Health

Lincoln

Mahon, Justin P.

Business Administration – Management

Omaha

Magna Cum Laude

Business Administration – Marketing Marsh, Cathleen Anne

Psychology

Bellevue

Marsh, Charleen Marie

Disease and Human Health

Bellevue

Martins, Jhessica Rayssa Rosa

Biochemical Science

Uberlândia MG

Matyakubova, Leyla

Business Administration – Marketing

Concordia

McCann, Mason

Criminal Justice – Administration

Waterloo

McCord, Anna Lillian

Graphic Design

Nebraska City

McCormick, Bailey

Disease and Human Health

Shenandoah

Cum Laude

Biochemical Science

McDaniel, Kara C.

Business Administration – Management

Papillion

Miller, Angus Andrew

Sport and Exercise Science

Papillion

Mills, Robert Mitchell

Psychology

Red Oak

Mosiman, Mark D.

Wildlife Ecology

Falls City

Muschall, Brandon A.

Computer Management Information Systems

Omaha

York

Omaha

Audubon

Auburn

Summa Cum Laude

Business Administration – Accounting

Naber, Anna Marie

Graphic Design

Nellist, Kara R.

Psychology

Nelson, Benjamin Robert

Social Science Teaching

Nichols, Calvin Daniel

Social Science Teaching

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Summa Cum Laude

Cum Laude

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Niebrugge, Abigail Denise

Psychology

Niederklein, Christina Jo

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Niemeyer, Colin Mitchell

Biochemical Science

Norvell, Thomas Ross

Business Administration – Accounting

Cum Laude

Omaha

Wilber

Summa Cum Laude

Falls City

Summa Cum Laude

Geneva

Lincoln

Honors Program Graduate Oldahm, Courtney Lynn

Mathematics

Cum Laude

Oliver, Zachary Ray

Biological Science

Shelton

Olson, Rebecca L.

Business Administration – Management

Omaha

Omon, Rafael

Business Administration – Accounting

Beatrice

Orcutt, Gunnar Jefferson

Biochemical Science

Elkhorn

Ortmeier-Wilken, Steven C.

Sport and Exercise Science

Ralston

Parker, Andrew Scott

Business Administration – Management

Cum Laude

Nebraska City

Patania, Kendra Ann

Biological Science

Cum Laude

Omaha

Peabody, Morgan Eileen

Business Administration – Accounting

Cum Laude

Morrill

Peoples, Nathan Anthony

Graphic Design

Cum Laude

Deshler

Pinney, Jimi Lee

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Ainsworth

Pooch, Michaela Anna

Business Administration – Management

Tecumseh

Post, Reece R.

Criminal Justice – Administration

Springfield

Prososki, Nicholas J.

Criminal Justice – Administration

Gretna

Rath, Amanda L.

K-12 Special Education

Pawnee City

Ratliff, Kerra Elizabeth

Psychology

Shenandoah

Reafleng, Catherine Rose

Elementary Education

Cum Laude

Shenandoah

Summa Cum Laude

Shenandoah

Bellevue

Falls City

Imperial Beach

Summa Cum Laude

Cum Laude

Early Childhood Education PK-3

Reynolds, Tamra Lynn

Psychology

Richards, Kasey M.

Computer Management Information Systems

Ritter, Brittany Leeann

Elementary Education

Robinson, Andrew James

Business Administration – Management

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Cum Laude

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Royer, Cory Cash

Psychology

Ruffino, Lisa Michelle

Psychology

Sakinis, Paulius

Business Administration – Marketing

Sams, MyRanda Marie

Computer Management Information Systems

Scharsch, Amberlin

Psychology

Schlange, Alyson Lane Schmidt, Lowgaen Glenn Lee

Las Vegas

Summa Cum Laude

Walker

Cum Laude

Klaipeda Lincoln

Aiea

Kinesiology

Auburn

Music Performance

Louisville

Bradenton

Blair

Norfolk

Cum Laude

Music K-12 Vocal/Instrumental

Shackelford, Andrew

Kinesiology

Cum Laude

Sinclair, Denise Marie

Educational Studies

Stark, Latrice

Business Administration – Accounting

Sterup, Anna M.

Business Administration – Management

Tecumseh

Stirton, Hannah Marie

Business Administration – Management

Horton

Stukenholtz, Nathaniel John

Biological Science

Nebraska City

Tennant, Kaitlyn Marie

Elementary Education

Magna Cum Laude

Thornton

Tubbesing, Leah Katherine

Elementary Education

Magna Cum Laude

Tecumseh

Tworek Jr, Frederick John

Human Performance and Systems

Grandville

Jansen

Summa Cum Laude

Management Umland, Katrina A.

Elementary Education

Summa Cum Laude

Music K-12 Vocal / Instrumental

K-12 Special Education

Usher, Tim

Computer Management Information Systems

Auburn

Van Briesen, Sean

Criminal Justice – Administration

LaVista

VanDeWalle, Sarah Elizabeth

Criminal Justice – Administration

Aurora

Va’zquez Maldonado, Javier

Business Administration – Accounting

Kissimmee

Nebraska City

Jose’ Victor, Quentin Maxwell

English

Magna Cum Laude Honors Program Graduate

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Vinsky, Christian Grant

Criminal Justice – Administration

Murrieta

Volkmer, Jennifer L.

Business Administration – Management

Beatrice

Watson, Heather

Computer Management Information Systems

Lincoln

Whipple, Kennedy B.

English

Papillion

Wiegert, Nakaisha Elizabeth

Biochemical Science

Wausa

Worthey, Alyshia Marie

Disease and Human Health

Auburn

Cum Laude

Bachelor of Applied Science Anderson, Jared

Business Administration – Management

Lincoln

Brown, Pamela

Business Administration – Management

Southaven

Donald III, Antonio

Business Administration – Management

Elk Grove

Eisenmann, Jason Robert

Business Administration – Management

Davey

Eltiste, Courtney Michelle

Business Administration – Management

Tecumseh

Evans, Kyle A.

Business Administration – Management

Newnan

Garrelts, Jonathan Emos

Business Administration – Management

Crete

Hatch, Joshua

Business Administration – Management

Ottumwa

Hight, Wade J.

Business Administration – Management

Tulare

Hirner Sr, Joseph L.

Business Administration – Management

Summa Cum Laude

Rock Port

Hjorth, Marci L.

Business Administration – Management

Summa Cum Laude

Norfolk

Hudson, Sarah E.

Business Administration – Management

Rock Port

Hunt, Ann M.

Business Administration – Management

Eagle

Hunter, Quantice

Business Administration – Management

Elgin

Kieler, Hope Katheryn

Business Administration – Management

Peru

Kretz, Andrew M.

Business Administration – Management

Denver

Milldyke, Aaron Tim Horst

Business Administration – Management

Beatrice

Montesanto, Danielle Marie

Business Administration – Management

Simi Valley

Parshinskikh, Diana

Business Administration – Management

Charleston

Petersen, Daniel Lee

Business Administration – Management

Aurora

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Summa Cum Laude

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Pope, Krista Anne Marie

Business Administration – Management

Blue Ridge

Thomas, Phillip D.

Business Administration – Management

Aurora

Widler, Krista

Business Administration – Management

Wesley Chapel

Summa Cum Laude

May 2018 Graduate Degrees Awarded

Master of Science in Education Adams, Benjamin P.

Curriculum and Instruction

Auburn

Archer, Derek Dwight

Curriculum and Instruction

Council Bluffs

Borrenpohl, Michelle Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Tecumseh

Brown, Kacey Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Burr, Taylor Nicholle

Curriculum and Instruction

Syracuse

Coy, Megan B

Curriculum and Instruction

Plattsmouth

Dartmann, Shelley Kay

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Decker, Alex L.

Curriculum and Instruction

Canistota

Dittmer, Rebecca L.

Curriculum and Instruction

Lincoln

Doeden, Kayleen Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Tecumseh

Dunekacke, Taylor Gene

Curriculum and Instruction

Humboldt

Endorf, Sydne Jae

Curriculum and Instruction

Elba

Featherstone, Anthony Dean

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Fricke, Amanda N.

Curriculum and Instruction

Bellevue

Graybill, Megan E.

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Hansen, Alyssa Lynn

Curriculum and Instruction

Bennington

Hascall, Brianna Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Hauger, Laura Rae

Curriculum and Instruction

Wausa

Hollenbeck, Kelsee Lynn

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Holman, Kassandra

Curriculum and Instruction

Nebraska City

Lackovic II, Timothy G.

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

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Malone, Amber Lea

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

McFarland, Leann Rae

Curriculum and Instruction

Eddyville

Mowry Eickhoff, Stevie Cherie’

Curriculum and Instruction

Stella

Nakai, Daniel

Curriculum and Instruction

Bellevue

Niemeier, Carrie LeAnn

Curriculum and Instruction

Kearney

Norris, David Marshall

Curriculum and Instruction

Peru

O’Neill-Cole, Sally

Curriculum and Instruction

Scribner

Papenhausen, Kelsey

Curriculum and Instruction

Oxford

Price, Rachel Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Rickert, Jenna Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Rife, Michelle Renee

Curriculum and Instruction

Blair

Sansone-Wilcox, Tuyet-Van

Curriculum and Instruction

Gothenburg

Scates, Melinda Sue

Curriculum and Instruction

White Cloud

Simodynes, Vincent James

Curriculum and Instruction

Gretna

Stieren, Molly J.

Curriculum and Instruction

Gretna

Welte, Amy K.

Curriculum and Instruction

Bellevue

Young, Anna

Curriculum and Instruction

Nebraska City

Master of Science in Organizational Management Acker, Daniel D.

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Lincoln

Cruickshank, Benjamin David

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Firth

Cunningham, Daniel W.

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Decatur

Dvorak, Jessica Kay

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Pierce

Gadeken, Kathryn Denise

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Beatrice

Green, Jarvis Deion

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Lincoln

Jordening, Jonah Lee

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Cortland

Norwood, Jeremiah Kenyon

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Lincoln

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Dr. Dennis Welsh named 2018 Teaching Excellence Award winner

Dr. Dennis Welsh named 2018 Teaching Excellence Award winner MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Dennis Welsh, was named the College’s 2018 Teaching Excellence Award winner. Welsh was honored during the College’s commencement on May 5. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, presented the award to Welsh, saying, “Dr. Welsh has a passion for students and for his discipline. He invests time with each student to learn their talents and help them realize their potential.” Dr. Dennis Welsh receiving the Teaching Excellence Award from Dr. Dan Hanson. Hanson continues, “One current student stated, ‘From his contagious laughter, to the passion he has for not only science, but also his students, you can’t help being drawn to him. It is this passion for students that makes him such an exceptional educator.'” Drawing on the advice of mentors in his own life, Welsh spoke to the graduates, saying,”I would like to give you some humble advice: make a plan. Have a simple plan. Life is simple, have a simple plan.” “Do something you like. Have a vision. Another reason to get up in the morning. Go to bed at night and know you did a good thing today.” His advice culminated with a charge for the graduates, “Go out, have a mission, commitment, teamwork and most importantly love in your life. You’re going to make some mistakes out there. That’s the vision, can change the vision.” “If you’re willing to make changes and you have great love for what you do and the people around you, you know what, life is going to be pretty good. It is going to be exciting. It might even be . . .” And then Welsh created a small, contained explosion on stage. The implication was that with all those ingredients, life would be explosive. Welsh’s explosion on stage. Welsh joined the Peru State College faculty in 2001. He teaches courses in chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology. Welsh was the lead in developing the biochemistry option under the Natural Science Major in 2005. This option included new courses in biochemistry, cell biology and molecular biology. Today, 14 students will be graduating with the biochemistry option. Welsh was also instrumental in bringing the Rural Health Opportunities Program to Peru State. He continues to oversee the cooperative program giving students the opportunity for pre-admissions into health care programs. Other on-campus duties include serving on the Academics and Curriculum Committee where he was twice chair, the Assessment Committee, the Distinguished Speaker Series Committee, the General Education Committee, the HLC Steering (accreditation) Committee, the President’s Steering Committee and the Teacher Education Committee. Welsh has also served as chair of the Faculty Senate and will again in the 2018-2019 school year. Dr. Welsh and a group of students organized the first Mole Day Magic Show at Peru State in 2002. This annual celebration of chemistry continues to spread excitement for science at Peru State. He also performs chemical “magic” shows for many groups including admissions visits, various schools groups and community events. He has been providing these chemistry demonstrations since 2001 to more than 2500 area students. Welsh’s other community activities include serving as Head Judge at the Greater Nebraska Science Fair for the past decade; instructing a high ability learners’ class for Auburn Public Schools; and serving as the Radiation Safety Officer for the Nemaha County Emergency Management Team. He has also been a guest speaker for various schools and community organizations.

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His research interests are in the function of lipid membranes and their integral proteins. Welsh’s current research project focus is on the lipid and enzymatic activities of parasites in water buffalo. This project is being conducted in collaboration with Dr. Gul Ahmad. Welsh told B103 that student research “lets the students understand how to learn science in an active way, not just from textbooks. When you get to the laboratory and you do the work for yourself, you really understand and appreciate how science functions.” Welsh’s publications include articles in the reviewed journals of Journal of Biochemistry, Methods of Molecular Biology and the Journal of Parasitology. He reviews articles in the Journal of Lipid Chemistry. He has also written multiple manuals, procedural papers, analysis papers, etc. for the laboratories and courses he oversees. Welsh earned a Bachelor of Arts at Benedictine College before completing his Ph.D. at the University of Notre Dame. ###

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Peru State hosts Kids Against Hunger event

Peru State hosts Kids Against Hunger event MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State student organizations, faculty and staff and community members gathered in the Al Wheeler Activity Center March 21 to package over 10,000 meals for Kids Against Hunger. Peru State’s Student Success Services (SSS), Good Samaritan Society, Actions in Motion (AIM), Volleyball team and Home Health partnered with Omaha Against Hunger, a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that distributes Kids Against Hunger food products. Dr. Gina Bittner, faculty advisor for AIM, writes, “It is an honor to be a part of a campus and community that values service to those in need. Kids Against Hunger is an organization worthy of our commitment, which the Actions in Motion campus ministry organization of Peru State College recognized when developing this annual tradition three years ago.” “This event could not happen without the community and campus ministry organization’s monetary donations or the time commitment required of those who made the event happen.” Omaha Against Hunger’s Dan Jensen adds, “We love partnering with Peru State and Nemaha County. We love seeing the community and engaging with the College. Peru State always does a nice job and reaches the goals we set.” Kids Against Hunger is a non-profit Omaha-based national organization whose goal is to significantly reduce the number of hungry children in the U.S. and to feed starving children throughout the world. After a five-minute training video and an hour of packing meal bags, the volunteers had put together 10,854 Latin Rice meals, composed of dark soy, beans, Latin spice and rice. Jensen reported that those meals equaled 418 pounds of soy, 67 pounds of beans, 105 pounds of Latin seasoning and 968 pounds of rice. Serena Nelson, president of AIM, said, “This is a really good program to get involved in. It was my first time doing something like this, and I loved seeing all these groups come together for a good cause.” All the packaged meals will be donated to Food Bank for the Heartland and then distributed to children in Nebraska and western Iowa. For more information, visit www.peru.edu. ###

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Peru State joins community to clean up

Peru State joins community to clean up MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - More than 90 Peru State students and staff joined a city-wide clean up on April 27. The group collected more than 100 pickup loads of trash, litter and other items. Peru State College, the Peru Community Impact Group and the City of Peru partnered together for this year's citywide cleanup. Members of these groups and other community members supplied cookies, coffee and other baked goods to fuel the morning's volunteers. Peru State students also helped with cleanup projects in Stella and Brownville. Emily Whipple (Lincoln) and Taylor Finke (Battle Creek, Nebraska) pose before beginning the clean-up event. Peru State cheerleaders preparing to hang flower pots: Brittany Fitzler (Omaha), Velma Hauck (Fremont, Nebraska), Destiny Maguire (Greenwood, Nebraska), and Nyakan Timbek (Omaha). Victor Hubbard (Corinth, Texas) and Deondrea Mayo (Ocala, Florida) unload trash in a dumpster behind campus. Alex Kenney (Milford, Nebraska) stops for the camera as she picks up litter in town. ###

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Mike Johanns gives commencement address at Peru State

Mike Johanns gives commencement address at Peru State MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Mike Johanns, former senator of Nebraska, gave the commencement address at Peru State College to a crowd of more than 3,100 graduates, family members, faculty and staff. The major theme of his speech was cultivating relationships and service to others. Johanns was introduced by the Chancellor of the Nebraska State College System, Stan Carpenter. Carpenter thanked him for his work to support the College. Johanns began by saying that it was great to be back on campus. He was also the commencement speaker in 2002. He adds, "I could not be more thrilled to be a keynote speaker at commencement. Thank you graduates for sharing this day with me." He praised Peru State's beautiful campus and historic commitment to the region. Johanns said it was also particularly an honor to be here during the sesquicentennial. As he turned the direction of his address to the graduates, Johann said, "Applause dies. Trophies tarnish. Headlines fade. Material things do not last." After quizzing the crowd about recent award winners, Johanns asked the graduates to remember the family members, mentors and all the folks that profoundly affected their lives. There was clear recognition that this question was easier than his earlier quiz. His parting advice was to, "Try to live your life so that you are the answer to that question." Johanns has more than 30 years of public service. He is a graduate of Creighton University’s School of Law and a founder of a law firm in Lincoln. Following 25 years at the firm, Johanns was elected the 47th Mayor of Lincoln. He won reelection to that office with no opposition, becoming the first Mayor of Lincoln to do so since the 1950s. In 1998 he was elected Governor of the State of Nebraska. As Governor, Johanns twice served as chair of the National Governors Committee on Economic Development and Commerce. He also served as chair of the Midwestern Governor’s Association. On December 2, 2004, Johanns was nominated by President George W. Bush to serve as the 28th U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, overseeing a staff of 90,000 worldwide. In his announcement nominating Johanns as agriculture secretary, President Bush stated that Mike Johanns was a man of action and of complete integrity. Following his service as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Johanns was elected to represent the State of Nebraska as U.S. Senator. As Senator, Johanns’ committee assignments reflected his continuing work on agriculture and commerce. Johanns is currently retired and enjoying time with his wife, Stephanie, and five grandchildren. Senator Mike Johanns giving the keynote address. The sesquicentennial time capsule is filled with flowers in the foreground. ###

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Senator Floyd Vrtiska receives award for Distinguished Service to Peru State

Senator Floyd Vrtiska receives award for Distinguished Service to Peru State MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - During Peru State College's May commencement, former State Senator Floyd Vrtiska received the Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award was established by the Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees. It authorizes each college to nominate a graduate or someone who has made significant contribution to the College or to an alumnus who has achieved distinction and recognition in his or her field. Recipients are nominated by the college president and approved by the NSCS Board of Trustees. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, "It is especially fitting that we recognize Senator Floyd Vrtiska in our 150th year because of the pivotal role he played in creating a vibrant future for Peru State College, a future we enjoy today." "He was a tireless champion for Peru State College, rallying tremendous support from alumni and southeast Nebraskans to partner with Governor Johanns to reinvest in this College. This reinvestment was the start of a much needed almost 75 million dollar infrastructure upgrade for the College, beginning with the Vrtiska Addition to the Hoyt Science Building in 2005 and continuing yet today." Peru State College has significantly benefited from Senator Vrtiska’s service. He was a member of the Peru State College Foundation Board. He and Doris funded scholarships for students, supported the Oak Bowl renovation, and supported the Center for Academic Achievement. Recently, Floyd created the first endowed internship fund at the Peru State College Foundation, providing permanent support for a paid internship at the Nebraska Legislature. The Senator Floyd and Doris Wagner Vrtiska Unicameral Internship will allow one student to intern with a legislative office during each legislative session. Hanson concludes, "One of the College's founders and one of Nebraska's original state senators, Colonel T.J. Majors, is often recognized as the most influential individual of the first century for Peru State College. Senator Floyd Vrtiska is this century’s T.J. Majors, the most influential individual in creating a vibrant future for Peru State in its second century." Senator Mike Johanns, who served as Governor of Nebraska and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, gave the keynote address and added, "There are many things in my years of public service that I look back with fondness, but near the top of that list is working with a great Nebraskan Vrtiska that stood up and said Peru State must continue." Peru State awarded its first Distinguished Service Award in 1960 to Dr. Alexander Stoddard, a 1910 graduate who went on to a career in education and is most famous for his work as superintendent of schools in Philadelphia and Los Angeles. Elementary schools in Beatrice, Nebraska, and Anaheim, California, were named for him. Dr. Stoddard was an early proponent in the use of television as an educational tool, and his educational plans contributed to the development of public educational television. Since that first award, Peru State has recognized 52 people with the Distinguished Service Award. However, it was last awarded in 2002. Peru State College is resuming the Distinguished Service Award and Senator Floyd Vrtiska is the 2018 recipient and the 53rd winner. Senator Floyd Vrtiska and his late twin brother, Lloyd, grew up and lived in Table Rock, Nebraska. He earned his living as a farmer and cattle operations manager and he earned his reputation throughout the region and the state as a tireless public servant. Senator Floyd Vrtiska and Doris dedicated their lives to service, lives filled with meaning and investment in building a better world. Just a few of Senator Vrtiska’s commitments to public service include serving as Mayor of Table Rock, volunteering for 38 years (34 as Chief ) on the Table Rock volunteer fire department, giving his time for 21 years on the Pawnee County Board of Commissioners, and serving in the governor-appointed position of Trustee with the Nebraska State College System. In the culmination of his service, he

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was elected three times to serve as District One Senator in the Nebraska Legislature. Senator Vrtiska and his late wife, Doris, a 1947 Peru State College graduate, had three children attending commencement. Attending were daughter Dr. Terri Vrtiska and family, daughter Lori Seibel (class of ‘84) and family, and son Kim Vrtiska (class of ‘90) and family.

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Becca Jewell contributed to this release.

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Peru State College to bury time capsule

Peru State College to bury time capsule MAY 11, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Following the spring commencement, Peru State alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends gathered to place items of significance in a time capsule to be opened in 2067. The time capsule will be buried under the new Sesquicentennial Plaza outside the remodeled theatre and event center.

The time capsule will be placed at the request of Phi Alpha Theta, Dr. Sara Crook and Dr. Spencer Davis. Davis, faculty emeritus, was a champion of the project.

Garth and Gloria Adams place the first item in the time capsule. Garth is a 1967 alum and Gloria is a 1970 alum.

Items placed included: The Peru State College sesquicentennial book by Dan Sullivan of the Omaha World Herald Copy of the proclamation by Governor Pete Ricketts marking Peru State College’s sesquicentennial 2 issues of the Peru Stater publication 150 lapel pin Bobcat lapel pin Sesquicentennial All-College Reunion program A print of the Nemaha County painting from Todd Williams'”Painting the Legacy” collection 2017 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony newspaper National Tournament men’s basketball t-shirt Athletic posters Fall, winter and spring schedule cards Copy of the 2018-2023 Strategic Plan Inauguration Medallion for the President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson 2017-2018 College Catalog Graduates’ reflection cards Commencement programs from 2017 and 2018

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Bobcat flag flown during the sesquicentennial year A print of the all-campus photo taken on October 24, 2017 to mark the 150th anniversary of the first day of classes Compiled book of 2017-2018 press releases Plans for renovations to Delzell Hall and the College Theatre and event center New student admissions folder 2017-2018 recognition luncheon program Paper Presentations by Dr. Davis History Day Program 2018 CD with a clip from the upcoming oral history documentary about Peru State College 2017-2018 Programs for Music, Theater and Art Program from the Southwestern Association of Parasitologists (where Peru State College’s Deb Clopton, Dr. Mike Barger and Dr. Rich Clopton have served as recent leaders). Black Student Union T-Shirt from tenth anniversary conference Peru State Times editions from 2017-2018 academic year Sheet music for Sons and Daughters of Peru, the sesquicentennial composition by Matt Hill School of Professional Studies ink pens School of Education collage picture, pen and magnet Pamphlet for the Master of Science in Organizational Management Pamphlet for the Master of Science in Education Peru State car decal 2017 Freshman medallion, Class of 2021, from convocation Survey results from students First Lady Elaine Hanson’s chocolate chip cookie recipe

Dr. Sara Crook (left) and Samantha Jackson (right, Red Cloud, Nebraska,) watch as President Hanson places the lid on the time capsule.

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Trophies brought home from national criminal justice conference.

Trophies brought home from national criminal justice conference. MAY 11, 2018

Cleveland - Four Peru State students participated in the 2018 National American Criminal Justice Association/Lambda Alpha Epsilon Conference Ohio. The theme for this year’s conference was Modern Technology, Police Training & Equipment and Police Accountability & Community Involvement. The students were accompanied by Danny Hayes, instructor of criminal justice, and Dr. Amber Mahan, assistant professor of criminal justice. Both serve as advisors for Peru State’s chapter of ACJA/LAE, Kappa Omicron Rho. LAE is a national criminal justice honor’s society.id="attachment_9757" align="" width="300" Conference attendees, from left to right, Danny Hayes (Auburn, Nebraska); Samantha Carlson (Cozad, Nebraska); Hailey Bouwens (Lincoln, Nebraska); Samantha Daake (Beatrice, Nebraska); Keri Anderson (Adams, Nebraska); and Dr. Amber Mahan (Plattsmouth, Nebraska). Mahan said, “Being involved with this organization allows the students a realistic view as to what is to come when choosing a career in the criminal justice field.” Those who participated at the ACJA/LAE Conference worked with experts from the Independence Ohio Police Department and a series of other law enforcement professionals from the Cleveland area. There were approximately 317 students and professional members from across the country in attendance. Participants also heard from current Independence Ohio Chief Michael Kilbane. Kilbane has almost thirty years of law enforcement experience and oversees all police operations of the Cleveland suburb. Samantha Carlson, president of Kappa Omicron Rho, said, “The conference and being a part of LAE allows me to make connections within the organization that will assist me in the future.” Attendees also had a chance to participate in written examinations (criminal law, police management, juvenile justice, corrections and LAE knowledge), a crime scene investigation, firearms and physical agility competition. The participants were split into three categories: 1) a lower division for students with under 70 credit hours; 2) an upper division for students with over 70 credit hours; and 3) a professional division. Those who placed within the top three in their category were recognized and received a trophy.id="attachment_9755" align="" width="300" The attending students and faculty standing in front of one of the training courses. covers the registration fee for the national conference and is only available to ACJA/LAE members that are majoring in criminal justice and are active in their local club and regional conference. Joni Monroe (Van Buren, Arkansas) also received a Gold Key Award earlier in the academic year. Gold Keys are awarded to LAE members who hold a Bachelors Degree and an average GPA of 3.5 or above. She did not attend the conference. Mahan, Hayes and Carlson earned an Honorable Mention in Crime Scene Investigations. Dr. Amber Mahan won third place in the Physical Agility competition for women between the ages of 26 and 35. For the second year in a row, Danny Hayes took first place in both the Physical Agility competition for men over age 36 and in the examination for Lambda Alpha Epsilon Knowledge. He also reached third place in the examination on Juvenile Delinquency and second in the examination about Corrections.id="attachment_9756" align="" width="300" Posing with the Cleveland sign. For more information about ACJA/LAE at Peru State, contact Danny Hayes at dhayes@peru.edu or Dr. Amber Mahan at amahan@peru.edu. ###

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Trophies brought home from national criminal justice conference.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Search for NSCS Chancellor Begins at Peru State College

Search for NSCS Chancellor Begins at Peru State College MAY 16, 2018

Contact: Judi Yorges, Director of External Relations and Communications 402.471.3448 | 402.770.6205 | jyorges@nscs.edu LINCOLN – On Tuesday, May 8, 2018, Nebraska State College System (NSCS) Chancellor Stan Carpenter, informed the Board of Trustees of his desire to retire. Carpenter indicated that he would remain the position until the Board names his successor. Today, the NSCS Board of Trustees met to discuss next steps in the process to hire the next Chancellor. The board created a search committee and gave approval to hire a search firm to assist the Board in a national search. The search process will start in the next few weeks. “The Board is honored to have had Chancellor Carpenter as the visionary leader of the Nebraska State College System for the past eighteen years,” said Gary Bieganski, Chair of the NSCS Board of Trustees. “He has been a tireless advocate of affordable, high-quality education for our open enrollment institutions. With his leadership, he keeps the dream of college alive and within reach for both traditional and non-traditional students.” Carpenter came to NSCS in 2000, from the Vermont State College System, where he served as General Counsel and Director of Employee Relations. He was named Executive Director of the Nebraska State Colleges, but the title was changed in 2005 to reflect that the three institutions of higher learning were no longer a loose coalition, but instead operated as one system ultimately reporting to the Chancellor. During Carpenter’s tenure as the Chancellor of NSCS, the list of accomplishments and achievements for Chadron, Peru, and Wayne State College is extensive. A strong advocate of the important role that Chadron, Peru and Wayne State Colleges play in rural Nebraska and how the future vitality of rural Nebraska depends, in large part, on the success of the Nebraska State College System as colleges of opportunity. Guided the NSCS and the colleges through three severe economic downturns that dramatically affected Nebraska State College System budget. Chancellor Carpenter provided strong leadership for the college presidents as they worked through the process of managing diminished funds while maintaining quality, affordable programs. Improved collaboration on educational programs, common interests, compliance, management and policy issues by forming the Council of Presidents, and other system councils related to academics, students, and finance. Guided the growth of the state colleges’ academic programming, which currently includes 200 undergraduate and 17 graduate degree options. Oversaw the creation of the Master’s degree in Organizational Management, a degree that has courses available at each of the Colleges. Presided over $182 million in capital investments to the three state colleges including: Renovation of Bowen and Pile Residence Halls at WSC; Construction of the Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center at CSC; Renovation and reconstruction of the Oak Bowl Football Stadium at PSC; Renovation of the U.S. Conn Library at WSC;

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Renovation of Old Admin and Edna Work Hall and Wing at CSC; Renovation of Delzell Residence Hall at PSC; Construction of the Rangeland Complex and Chicoine Center at CSC; Renovation and construction of Elliott Field and the Con Marshall Press Box as part of the CSC’s Sports Complex Initiative, with completion scheduled for Fall, 2018; Renovation and addition to the Theatre/Event Center at PSC; and Construction of WSC’s Center for Applied Technology, a $15.2-million state-of-the-art facility to address workforce and economic development, with completion scheduled for Fall, 2018. Guided the State Colleges through critical presidential transitions: CSC – President Tom Krepel (1999-2004), President Janie Park (2005-2012), President Randy Rhine (2012-present), PSC – President Ben Johnson (1999-2008), President Dan Hanson (2009present), and WSC – President Shelia Stearns (1999-2004), President Richard J. Collings (2004-2009), President Curt D. Frye (2009-2015), and President Marysz Rames (2015-present). Witnessed CSC and WSC celebrate their centennials and PSC celebrate its sesquicentennial. Reduced undergraduate tuition for out-of-state students through non-resident tuition programs.

Quote from Dr. Randy Rhine, President of Chadron State College (CSC) “Chancellor Carpenter has always made decisions in the best interest of students and their access to education and has worked to keep that education affordable. His support was instrumental in securing funding for campus projects, including the Rangeland Complex, Chicoine Center and most recently the Sports Complex. He has been supportive of the Math Science addition and renovation project and has repeatedly affirmed that project’s position as the top priority capital project for the Nebraska State College System. I have enjoyed working with Stan. He has had a significant impact on the development of the Nebraska State College System. The System Office and State Colleges have made tremendous progress during his tenure, and I wish him the best in his retirement.” Quote from Dr. Hanson, President of Peru State College (PSC) “Stan has been a strong and effective advocate for the students of the Nebraska State College System. Peru State College has benefited tremendously from his fiscal leadership and vision for higher education in Nebraska. His guidance has led to more than $75 million in renovations including every academic building, the Al Wheeler Activity Center, the Oak Bowl, the Administration Building, two residence halls (Morgan Hall and Delzell Hall) and the entrance to campus. We are also pleased to claim him as our own President, in 2008-2009, where he led the charge to create the One Rate, Any State tuition policy for out-of-state students.” Quote from Dr. Marysz Rames, President of Wayne State College (WSC) “Chancellor Carpenter has served as a visionary and innovative leader for the State College System. He has been instrumental in securing state funds to support Wayne State’s complete renovation of Conn Library, Carhart Science Building, and the construction of the Center for Applied Technology, a new state-of-the-art facility committed to advancing Industrial technology in the state. Additionally, he has steered the College through difficult financial challenges by eloquently reinforcing the vital role that Wayne State plays for the state of Nebraska. In every decision he has made, his focus has been on providing students with an affordable, accessible, and quality education. Chancellor Carpenter is a passionate, dedicated leader and a fierce advocate for higher education; he will be greatly missed.” ###

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Search for NSCS Chancellor Begins at Peru State College

Release by Judi Yorges, Director of External Relations at the Nebraska State College System.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/nextstepsinchancellorsearchfornebraskastatecollegesystem.html

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Alum Keshabeeth Speaks to Peru Board of Trustees

Alum Keshabeeth Speaks to Peru Board of Trustees MAY 21, 2018 Beethe speaking at the BOT Scholarship Luncheon

Lincoln - Kesha Beethe was the a alumni speaker at the annual Board of Trustees Scholarship luncheon held by the Nebraska State College System. BOT Scholarship recipients (and their families) planning to attend Peru State College, Chadron State College or Wayne State College are honored at the event. Beethe's message focused on her love of helping others live the life they want. "You do know what you want to do with your life, it is just recognizing it," she said. "This scholarship is an honor," Beethe told the group of students and parents, "One I wish I hadn't turned down." Beethe continues, "I started at college and I transferred to Peru. I wish I had been as wise as you are and started there sooner." Beethe also used the speech to describe the opportunities she had at a Nebraska State College. She highlighted her work with AmeriCorps under the CHANCE Initiative and as a Phi Beta Lambda national champion. Beethe also ran cross country where she was a Capital One District Six All-American and a Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete. Originally from Tecumseh, she currently lives in Washington where she is a global learning coordinator for Amazon. At the luncheon she announced her engagement to Marshall Klontz who is also a Peru State alum and is originally from Auburn, Washington. Other speakers at the luncheon included Stan Carpenter, chancellor of the Nebraska State College System; John Kuehn, Nebraska State Senator; and the presidents of Chadron State College, Peru State College and Wayne State College. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/alumkeshabeethespeakstoboardoftrusteesscholars.html

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Summer construction begins at Peru State College

Summer construction begins at Peru State College MAY 24, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College is looking forward to another summer of construction and renovation. Since 2002, the state of Nebraska, the Peru State College Foundation and friends of the College have contributed more than $75 million to campus construction and renovation. Major renovations over the past 15 years include every academic building, the Al Wheeler Activity Center, the Oak Bowl, the Administration Building, two residence halls (Morgan Hall and Delzell Hall) and the entrance to campus. Funding for major construction projects was made possible by state legislature appropriations in partnership with the other schools of the Nebraska State College System. Jill McCormick, director of campus services, writes, "This summer we have over 6 major construction projects in process totaling more than $7.2 million including a major safety initiative (fire alarm replacements) and a major sustainability project (Admin. geothermal).” With the completion of Delzell Hall in August of 2017, the major construction project on campus continues to be the College Theatre and activity center. Interior work has begun on the project and it is slated to be completed in the fall of 2018.id="attachment_9959" align="" width="300" Scaffolding is built on the western facade of the College Theatre in preparation for a brick-sculpture by Jay Tschetter. As part of the Theatre project, geothermal wells are being dug for a new heating and cooling system. This geothermal project will continue with a second set of wells dug for the Administration Building. When both projects are completed, 30% of the campus will have geothermal heating and cooling. Other on-campus projects include updates to the fire alarm systems in campus buildings, painting and cleanup across campus. The Al Wheeler Activity Center will have flooring work done and the parking lots for Morgan Hall and the Centennial Complex will be replaced. Structures on the softball field are being renovated including work to repair roofs, replace older cabinets and painting. The batting cage is slated for replacement too. The Campus of a Thousand Oaks will also see updates to its state arboretum. New labels will be placed on campus trees and the recreation trail behind the Al Wheeler Activity Center has been reconditioned. Funding for smaller projects is made through appropriations from funds like those created by LB 309, carry-forward money from previous years or planned maintenance funds. The Campus of a Thousand Oaks is open to the public and has many points of interest including an art museum, a historic one-room schoolhouse with Peru State museum, a state arboretum and incredible artwork and architecture. Potential students are encouraged to contact Admissions at (402) 872-2221 for a campus tour. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Wayne Albury named Interim Athletic Director

Wayne Albury named Interim Athletic Director MAY 25, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Wayne Albury has been named interim athletic director for Peru State College through August. He has previously served as Director of Recruiting and Financial Aid for athletics at Lambuth University (Tennessee). Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, writes, "Wayne has earned the respect of the campus community and coaches and I appreciate his willingness to serve Peru State College in this new role." Wayne is Peru State’s coach with the most wins and has more than 700 career wins in baseball. He returned as head coach of the baseball team in 2016.id="attachment_9964" align="" width="201" Wayne Albury Previously Wayne served as head baseball coach at Peru State from 2011 to 2015. His other collegiate coaching experience includes Lambuth University, University of Rio Grande (Ohio), Union College (Kentucky), and Pikeville College (Kentucky). He also managed the Portsmouth (Ohio) Explorers in the independent Frontier League. Wayne holds a bachelors in physical education from Union College and a Masters in health, physical education and recreation from Morehead State University (Kentucky). This appointment was necessary because incoming Athletic Director Kirk Kelley was offered and has accepted a position at another institution. The search committee will reconvene this summer to coordinate a national search. The job listing can be found here: https://nscs.peopleadmin.com/postings/5583 In an e-mail to campus, Dr. Dan Hanson thanked Steve Schneider for his service as both Athletic Director and Head Football Coach. After six years in both roles, Schneider has requested to step down from the role of Athletic Director and to continue as Head Football Coach. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Netzer to publish on how nanotechnology can detect water contaminant

Netzer to publish on how nanotechnology can detect water contaminant JUN 4, 2018 Dr. Nate Netzer

Peru, Nebraska – Dr. Nathan Netzer has co-authored a scientific paper, “Multiplexed Analysis of Molecular and Elemental Ions Using Nanowire Transistor Sensors,” published in the Elsevier Journal of Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical. The paper is about the testing of a unique sensor that uses nanotechnology to sense chemicals. Netzer is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Peru State College. His research focuses on nanotechnology. The prefix nano- indicates extreme smallness and a nanometer lives up to this definition, being equal to .000000001 meters. “Chop a meter stick into a billion pieces and each piece is a nanometer,” Netzer explained earlier in the yeaer, “A nano is a small and specific size, so nanotechnology is using materials at the nano scale.” The sensor in Netzer’s study depends on a nanowire – a wire at the nano scale. Some of the nanotechnology experiments organized by Netzer use MOSC (Metal Organic Super Containers). Three dimensional models of the MOSC on Netzer’s computer show molecules specially built with cavities to contain other materials. Netzer adds, “That’s why these (multiple binding cavities) are called super containers in the first place. In our example, when we capture charged ions, this creates an ion-selective electrode.” The abstract for the new article adds, “A biomimetic container molecule, named metal-organic supercontainer (MOSC), is selected as the ionophore for detection of methylene blue (MB+), a molecular ion, while a commercially available Na-ionophore is used for Na+, an elemental ion.” “That electrode can then detect like ions that have an impact on biologically and environmentally important issues. For example, we have used this to detect methylene blue. Methylene blue is sometimes released into water supplies which can be harmful to aquatic life.” The article focuses on proving the reliability of the sensor. Control experiments resulted in a stable and reproducible results. Subsequent tests in river water further showed the efficacy of the sensor. The abstract continues, “Extensive control experiments on the MB+ sensor lead to identification of the critical role of the MOSC molecules in achieving a stable and reproducible potentiometric response. Moreover, the MB+-specific sensor shows remarkable selectivity against common interfering elemental ions in physiological samples, e.g., H+, Na+, and K+.” The other collaborators on the project include Zhenquiang Wang of the University of South Dakota, Xi Chen, Qitao Hu, Si Chen, Shi-Li Zhang, and Zhen Zhang all of Uppsala University in Sweden. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemicals is an international journal focused research and development of chemical transducers and dedicated to covering research and development in the field of chemical sensors, actuators and microsystems. The issue including Dr. Netzer’s paper will be released in October of 2018.

### Quentin Victor contributed to this release.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List JUN 8, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College today released the names students who earned a place on the Dean’s List for the spring 2018 semester. 457 students from Nebraska, 26 other states, Puerto Rico and 9 foreign countries qualified for the honor. 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. Students earning a 4.0 are noted in bold. Last Name

First Name

Town

State

Adame Silos

Luz

Nebraska City

Adams

Alynah

Kansas City

Adams

Lillian

Verdon

Allen

Caroline

Hastings

Allen

Kristen

Robinson

Alwin

Dyan

Lincoln

Andersen

Keri

Adams

Arbogast

Jenna

El Paso

Arbogast

Zachery

El Paso

Archer

Rebecca

Nebraska City

Armbruster

Bailey

Falls City

Armbruster

Sydney

Falls City

Arnold

Ethan

Lincoln

Ashong

Ebenezer

Accra

Athen

Trey

Hamburg

Audsley

Colton

Prescott Valley

Audsley

Shelbi

Prescott Valley

Augsburger

Ryan

El Paso

Augsburger

Taylor

El Paso

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Babish

Hailey

Lemoyne

Baker

Robert

Omaha

Baldacci

Hannah

Omaha

Bangert

Alexandria

Falls City

Barker

Brianna

Beatrice

Barnes

Devon

Fleming Island

Barnes

Justin

Tallahassee

Bates

Audrae

Fairfax

Baucom

Alexis

Rock Port

Beard

Shanna

Hastings

Beatty

Jackson

Garland

Beaugard

Jacquelyn

Omaha

Becker

Ashli

Yankton

Becker

Zachary

Auburn

Beckner

Remington

Morrill

Behrens

Trisha

Omaha

Bell

Dominique

Houston

Benedict

Haley

Springfield

Benefiel

Kaitlin

Hamburg

Benes

Catherine

Dwight

Bennett

Carly

Malad City

Bentley

Corrina

Omaha

Bergmeier

Megan

Auburn

Billups

Katelyn

Wymore

Bindle

Bailey

Falls City

Bishop

Mackenzie

Nebraska City

Blue

Rebecca

Las Vegas

Bogard

Sydney

Mc Louth

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Bonnes

Melissa

Shenandoah

Boshart

Daniel

Wood River

Bouwens

Hailey

Lincoln

Bowen

Brooke

Bellevue

Boyer

Cierra

Bellevue

Braun

Mitchell

Lincoln

Bresler

John

Manhattan

Brewster

Hope

Lincoln

Brown

Eric

Auburn

Brown

Vivian

Wichita

Brundage

Kelsey

Juniata

Bryan

Anne

Bellevue

Bryant

Bailey

Grand Island

Bryant

Emily

Union

Buckminster

Madison

Falls City

Budler

Tabitha

Central City

Budz

Sarah

Omaha

Buhr

Tori

Adams

Burger

Jenna

Sabetha

Buschow

Kayla

Blue Hill

Buskirk

Joshua

Converse

Butler

Dwight

Nassau

Calvillo

Ismael

Tucson

Camacho

Dayana

Schuyler

Carlos

Rachel

Kaneohe

Carlson

Samantha

Cozad

Carmona

Justin

Ponca

Carnahan

Travis

Ceresco

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Case

Keegan

Omaha

Castle

Dawn

Imperial

Catania

Mark

La Vista

Christen

Hannah

Filley

Christensen

Ryan

Omaha

Christiansen

Seneca

Lincoln

Clark

Emily

Peru

Clausen

Summer

Fremont

Cline

Alexa

Table Rock

Closner

Austin

Waverly

Coffman

Alex

Dunning

Cole

Rachael

Wymore

Cole

Rozlyn

Wymore

Connell

Alexander

Nebraska City

Constantino

Luis Henrique

Varzea Grande

Cook

Amber

Rock Port

Cook

Hannah

Ponca

Coonce

Bailey

Falls City

Coonce

Taylor

Falls City

Cooney

Ryan

Lincoln

Cooper

Kody

Waverly

Cortez

Carley

Cook

Coughlin

Jacob

Omaha

Cowan

Machaela

Omaha

Crawford

Ashley

Falls City

Cudney

Claire

Marysville

Dalton

Joseph

Omaha

Dambrauskas

Jonathon

Springfield

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Dameron

Caleb

Commerce City

Davis

Hailey

Lincoln

De Abreu Fernandes

Anthony

Caracas

DeBraal

Aubrey

Henderson

Demers

Michael

Blair

Dennis

Bailey

Omaha

Detlefsen

Abbigail

Franklin

Dia

Amanda

Nebraska City

Dickman

Kendra

Papillion

Dodd

Hannah

Seneca

Dolezal

Samuel

Lincoln

Douglas

Langdon

Kansas City

Dudley

Travis

Bellevue

Duran Lopez

Francisco

Omaha

Dvorak

Nolan

Plattsmouth

Ebeling

Carson

Diller

Eberly

Joseph

Sidney

Eggerson

Shailoh

Omaha

Elliott-Rieger

Monica

Elkland

Ellis

Olivier

Wahoo

Eltiste

Courtney

Tecumseh

Eltiste

Taylor

Tecumseh

Emerick

Valerie

Sheboygan

Enefazu-Ossai

Uchechukwu

Ayobo – Lagos State

Nigeria

Engelken

Mikaila

Pawnee City

Ensminger

Kealyn

Homer

Evans

Kyle

Newnan

Farmer

Rachel

Graham

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Peru State announces Spring 2018 Dean’s List

Fellin

Emily

Dakota City

Fender

Darci

Lincoln

Ferguson

Abbie

Nebraska City

Fernandez

Jessica

Pierre

Fernando

Obadawattage

Ja-ela

Sri Lanka

Finch

Jason

Neligh

Finke

Taylor

Battle Creek

Fischer

Tanner

Hartington

Fornoff

Rebecca

Glenwood

Foster

Malinda

Sutherland

Francois

Kyle

Nebraska City

Friesel

Abby

Auburn

Fyock

Richard

O’Neill

Garcia

Michelle

Lincoln

Garlobo

Gianfranco

Carolina

Gaskill

Shawn

Coldwater

George

Dylan

Beatrice

George

Elizabeth

Omaha

Gibson

Brandon

Falls City

Gill

Kaylee

Allen

Girard

Hannah

Peru

Glaser

Hannah

Papillion

Gleason

Jacob

Valley

Gomez

Andrea

Shenandoah

Gomez

Marissa

Omaha

Gonzalez Cuellar

Daniel

Laureldale

Gonzalez-Robles

Carlos

Gurabo

Granfors

Sara

Seward

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Grebert

Avery

Shenandoah

Grell

Alyssa

Omaha

Griess

Sydney

Sutton

Guerue

Kiley

Morrill

Hajek

Kelsey

Odell

Hale

Okema

Rock Port

Hall

Elizabeth

Graceville

Harling

Mitchell

Falls City

Harlow

Lindsay

Dawson

Harms

Tyler

Falls City

Hartman

Megan

Lincoln

Hauck

Velma

Peru

Hawley

Whitney

Springfield

Hayes

Kelsey

Falls City

Hays

Brooke

Oxford

Hazen

Alexandrea

North Platte

Hegge

Austin

Wausa

Hegge

Gaige

Wausa

Henagan

Tristan

Rock Port

Hinkert

Jouvurnen

Willemstad

Curaçao

Hinz

Kelsie

Beatrice

Hirner

Joseph

Rock Port

Hjorth

Marci

Norfolk

Hoehn

Daniel

Hickman

Hoesing

Luke

Fremont

Hof

Alexous

Red Cloud

Hogue

Koner

Falls City

Hohensee

Nicholas

Sutton

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Holcombe

Jeremy

Beatrice

Holstine

Riley

Mound City

Holthaus

Hannah

Seneca

Hopper

Je’Kerra

Lincoln

Howell

Cydney

Lewiston

Hudson

Joslynn

Nebraska City

Hudson

Sarah

Rock Port

Hughes

Leigh-Anne

Beatrice

Humphrey

Heather

Tyndall

Hunter

Halley

Rock Port

Jackson

Samantha

Kearney

Janjevic

Nadja

Podgorica

Montenegro

Jasa

Hannah

Sterling

Jasa

Lexi

Steinauer

Jaspe

Yorgelys

San Carlos

Johansen

Hayden

Utica

Johnson

Bailey

Johnson

Chloe

Sidney

Johnson

Emma

Omaha

Johnson

James

Stanberry

Jones

Dalton

Watson

Jones

Hannah

Auburn

Julian

Derek

Sterling

Kammersgard

Kory

Redding

Kasbohm

Noah

Nebraska City

Kenney

Alexandra

Milford

Keyes

Ben

Springfield

Kieler

Hope

Peru

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Killion

Sloane

Sidney

Kimball

Blake

Papillion

Kirby

Regan

Elkhorn

Kirby

Rian

Elkhorn

Kniffen

Tanya

San Antonio

Knowles

Raechel

Nassau

Jamaica

Koelzer

Jared

Corning

Kolman

Ryan

Beatrice

Kongmanyvong

Sopha

Tecumseh

Kreifels

Natalie

Falls City

Krewson

Colton

Sidney

Kruse

Maggie

Morrill

Kuhlmann

Bailey

Table Rock

Kuhlmann

Schuyler

Table Rock

Kuncl

Jacquelyn

Cedar Rapids

L’Heureux

Michael

Nebraska City

Lambert

Christina

Spokane

Lamborn

Kasey

Lincoln

Larsen

Reagan

Unadilla

Latscha

Chase

Olathe

LeCleir

Emily

Omaha

Lee

Lindsay

Fairbury

Lefler

Theodore

Kearney

Leif

Morgan

Bennet

Leininger

Mitchell

Auburn

Lempka

Elly

Tecumseh

Leviner

Jeffery

Lyman

Lewis

Kaylee

Doniphan

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Lukasiewicz

Jared

Farwell

Lutz

Zachary

Cedar Creek

Madison

Elizabeth

Thurman

Madison

Sarah

Thurman

Maeda

Brooke Taylor

Honolulu

Magana

Marivelle

Dorchester

Magee

Hairl

Bellevue

Maguire

Destiny

Greenwood

Mahan

Andrew

Papillion

Malone

Patrick

Ramona

Mandl

LeAnn

Stanton

Mann

Brett

Gothenburg

Mann

Kayla

Gothenburg

Marks

Sophia

Marshalltown

Marsh

Cathleen

Bellevue

Marshall

Abbie

Nebraska City

Martin

Austin

Salem

Mathewson

Abby

Summerfield

Mathewson

Courtney

Summerfield

Matthies

Mallory

Omaha

Matyja

Frank

Papillion

McCann

Mason

waterloo

McClarnon

Liam

Bellevue

McClelland

Hayley

York

McCormick

Bailey

Shenandoah

McCormick

Dayna

Shenandoah

McGargill

Dolores

Auburn

McKeag

Elias

O’Gallala

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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McLeod-Nicholson

Sharris

Lacey

McMann

Nicole

Auburn

Meckem

Brandon

Schenectady

Menard

Karen

Wellington

Meyer

Anna

Atkinson

Mickles

Lucas

Omaha

Milke

Tyler

Beatrice

Milldyke

Aaron

Beatrice

Milliken

Shelby

Wahoo

Mills

Robert

Red Oak

Missak

Cragin

Bellevue

Mitchel

Hannah

Plattsmouth

Mohlman

Kenzie

Lincoln

Mollhoff

Tyra

Lincoln

Montenegro

Bryan

Omaha

Montesanto

Danielle

Simi Valley

Moreau

Janell

Lyman

Morehead

Jessica

Lincoln

Mosher

Katherine

Lincoln

Mulholland

Vicki

Sterling

Muschall

Brandon

Omaha

Myers

Abbegail

Omaha

Myers

Kayla

Sidney

Myers

Kendra

Sidney

Naber

Anna

York

Nagengast

Joy

Crete

Nason

John

Lincoln

Nellist

Kara

Omaha

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Nelson

Elizabeth

Adams

Nelson

Keegan

Essex

Nelson

Treyten

Lincoln

Newcombe

Thomas

Norfolk

Newcomer

Abby

Bellevue

Newland

Kerianne

Gretna

Neyland

Justin

Council Bluffs

Niemand

Katelyn

Fairbury

Niemeyer

Colin

Falls City

Nitzel

Seth

Lincoln

Noll

Wade

Falls City

Norvell

Thomas

Geneva

Novak

Nicholas

Dawson

Nwafor

Ikechukwu

Ota

Nigeria

O’Donnell

Callista

Pawnee City

Oelling

Hannah

Roca

Oestreich

Shianna

Norfolk

Orcutt

Gunnar

Elkhorn

Orrender

William

Van Buren

Osborn

Nicole

Kimberling City

Osmera

Erik

Wahoo

Ottersberg

Melissa

Beatrice

Owens

KiJana

North Platte

Painter

Kaytlin

Lima

Panko

Madison

Cook

Parde

Jessica

Beatrice

Pardo

Amanda

Lodi

Parkhurst

Zane

Omaha

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Paugstat

Savannah

Plattsmouth

Paulson

Jonathan

Sterling

Pavel

Andrew

Seward

Peabody

Morgan

Morrill

Peiman

Ashley

Lincoln

Peoples

Nathan

Deshler

Peters

Jacob

York

Peterson

Taylor

Blanchard

Pfeiffer

Brianna

Nebraska City

Pfister

Danielle

Johnson

Pinney

Jimi

Ainsworth

Pooch

Michaela

Tecumseh

Pool

Justin

Circleville

Potter

Katheryn

De Witt

Quinonez Holguin

Darlene

Anthony

Rambur

Karen

Hot Springs

Ramirez

Daisy

Tecumseh

Ramsey

Maygan

Falls City

Ramsey

Whitney

Humboldt

Ray

Taylor

Lincoln

Reed

Travis

Hickman

Reiman

Allyson

Auburn

Renner

Sierra

Lincoln

Reynolds

Ashley

York

Reynolds

Tamra

Shenandoah

Reynolds

Zachary

Windsor

Richardson

Samantha

Dunbar

Rinchich

Reannah

Nebraska City

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Ritchie

Morgan

Lincoln

Roberts

Alaya

Converse

Robertson

Cheyenne

Auburn

Robertson

Katarina

Tarkio

Robine

Elizabeth

Omaha

Robinson

Andrew

Imperial Beach

Roemmich

Haley

Clay Center

Romero

Linda

Lincoln

Roth

Amelia

Crete

Rowell

Delray

Lincoln

Rudnicki

Allison

Omaha

Ruffino

Lisa

Walker

Rush

Amber

Bellevue

Sailors

Codi

Brownville

Sakinis

Paulius

Klaipeda

Lithuania

Sams

MyRranda

Lincoln

Santiago Morales

Joshua

Carolina

Scales

Stephanie

Denton

Schlange

Alyson

Auburn

Schlender

Cameron

Amherst

Schneider

Shelby

Sargent

Schweitzer

Connor

Morrill

Seay

Myranda

Auburn

Sexton

Hannah

Beatrice

Shackelford

Andrew

Bradenton

Shapiro

Kira

Omaha

Sharp

Kylla

Omaha

Sheppard

Kortnie

York

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Shoning

Michelle

Bellevue

Simonson

Bryanne

Weeping Water

Sindelar

Jaime

Saint Edward

Slama

Melanie

Peru

Smeby

Colin

Bellevue

Smith

Cheyenne

Steinauer

Smith

Kevin

Seward

Smith

Mason

Grain Valley

Snyder

Erin

Omaha

Stafford

Jesse

Murray

Sterns

Valyn

Sutton

Sterup

Anna

Tecumseh

Stevelinck

Sydney

Lyons

Steward

Briana

Seward

Stidd

John

Nebraska City

Stirton

Hannah

Horton

Stratman

Camarie

Hartington

Stroup

Tanner

Lincoln

Stutheit

Trey

Johnson

Sundar

Eric

Kemmerer

Tasler

Carlee

Shubert

Taylor

David

Omaha

Taylor

Kendall

Omaha

Temme

Noah

Fairmont

Tharp

Jaycob

Nebraska City

Thomas

Phillip

Aurora

Thompson

Mikaela

Auburn

Thorne

Michelle

Harlan

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Tiedeman

Steven

Weston

Tiemeyer

Kendra

Omaha

Todd

Jordyn

Omaha

Torghele

Alison

Lincoln

Torres

Lina

Nebraska City

Traynor

Joshua

Western

Trueblood

Amanda

Lincoln

Tsewole

Panseh

Marietta

Turnbull

Emily

Pawnee City

Tyson

Christopher

Nebraska City

Unruh

Dee

Auburn

Unruh

Tristan

Auburn

Valencia

Alix

Baytown

VanDeWalle

Sarah

Aurora

VanEngen

Gabriel

Sterling

VanScyoc

Sydney

Elliott

Vazquez

Alberto

Riverside

Veleba

Thomas

Pawnee City

Victor

Quentin

Nebraska City

Vincent

Taylor

Omaha

Volkmer

Jennifer

Beatrice

Wah

Lincoln

Wahle

Samantha

Pacific Junction

Wallace

Megan

Ralston

Walmsley

Katie

Ord

Warner

Tyler

Auburn

Waters

Heather

Cedar Rapids

Watson

Heather

Lincoln

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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Watts

Tylor

Ridgecrest

Wavrunek

Corbin

Lincoln

Wemhoff

Baylee

Elgin

Weyers-Boldt

Haylee

Sterling

Wheelock

Tyler

Omaha

Whipple

Emily

Lincoln

Whipple

Kennedy

Papillion

Wieczorek

Allison

Omaha

Williams

Rebecca

Sterling

Witt

Weston

Salem

Witzel

Nyla

Brainard

Wollenburg

Kendra

Beatrice

Woodruff

Delaney

Bellevue

Woodward

Journie

Ord

Worthey

Destiny

Humboldt

Wurtz

Jabe

Clarks

Wusk

Marissa

Adams

Wyatt

Grant

Tilden

Youde

Carley

Falls City

Younis

Hilan

Lincoln

Zeleny

Logan

Fairmont

Zurek

Julia

Louisville

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesspring2018deanslist.html

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12/11/23, 4:40 PM

Peru State to provide scholarships to Ariens' employees and their families

Peru State to provide scholarships to Ariens' employees and their families JUN 15, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Following the announcement that Ariens Company would be closing its Auburn, Nebraska location, Peru State College will offer a one-year scholarship to Ariens employees, their spouses, children and dependents. The one-year scholarship is for 67% of the cost of tuition and is the equivalent of the tuition waiver offered to the families of College employees. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, said, “Our partnership with southeast Nebraska is an important aspect of the College’s mission. Working with Ariens employees and their families is one more way to engage with the communities that have supported Peru State College.” Hanson continues, “For 150 years, the College has been helping students find their way forward. The College has academic programs and professional staff dedicated working with students.” Dr. Jesse Dorman, vice president of enrollment management and student affairs, adds, “We are happy to support Ariens employees and their families. This scholarship will be available to both returning and new college students alike.” Peru State College enjoys national recognition for its affordability. 13 majors with more than 40 options available. The College also offers a seamless transfer for students returning to school and a special degree, the Bachelors of Applied Science, for students with vocational degrees. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/toprovidescholarshipstoariensemployeesandfamilies.html

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Armbruster, Dunn receive James G. and Mavis Green Scholarship

Armbruster, Dunn receive James G. and Mavis Green Scholarship JUN 19, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Dr. Greg Galardi, dean of the School of Professional Studies at Peru State College, announced that Bailey Armbruster and Charles "Chaz" Dunn are the sophomore and senior recipients of the James G. and Mavis Green Scholarship. The Green Scholarship is awarded to sophomores, juniors or seniors majoring in business administration with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. The upperclassmen scholarship seeks to reward membership and participation in Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), a collegiate business student organization. First preference is given to applicants from Auburn and Johnson with secondary preference for southeast Nebraska students and the surrounding areas of Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. Armbruster and Dunn are both from Falls City. Galardi writes, "The Green Scholarship provides an opportunity for students who are truly engaged on the Campus of Thousand Oaks to receive financial assistance in completing their college education." "We truly appreciate the positive financial and societal impact the Green Family is making for generations of current and future Bobcats." Armbruster On campus, Armbruster is involved in Phi Beta Lambda, Love Your Melon, Crossfit, AmeriCorps and was selected to be a Resident Advisor for this coming year. In Southeast Nebraska she serves Fall City at National Night Out held by the Falls City Police Department. Armbruster also takes part in Adopt-a-Highway and volunteers at the food bank. Armbruster's parents are Duane and Theresa Armbruster. Dunn In addition to his work with Phi Beta Lambda, Dunn is on the baseball team, is president of the Student Athlete Advisory Council and is the voice of the Bobcat Buzz on B103 out of Nebraska City. He also participates in the on-campus service projects Feeding 44 and Kids Against Hunger. Dunn is currently interning with the Falls City Chamber of Commerce and Main Street. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/armbrusterdunnreceivesgreenscholarship.html

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Criminal Justice students take part in border immersion experience

Criminal Justice students take part in border immersion experience JUN 19, 2018

Juarez, Mexico - Three Peru State College criminal justice students had the opportunity to visit the Columbian Mission Center in El Paso, Texas, and Juarez, Mexico. Hailey Benedict (Springfield, NE), Nicholas Novak (Dawson, NE) and Sierra Renner (Lincoln, NE) traveled to the southern border of the United States with assistant professor of criminal justice Ronicka Schottel. Students participating in the “Border Immersion Experience,” had the experience of off-the-grid living during the daylight hours, catching shower water in buckets and taking it outside to water the garden, using reusable water bottles, recycling food scraps for the community garden and more. The complete experience was intended to inform students how environmental impacts have the greatest effect on those who live in poverty, especially migrants (whether legal or illegal). Renner, Schottel and Novak meeting with border patrol agents. Agents discussed how migrants are trying to get across the wall without being detected. Agents reported seeing horrible and traumatic conditions of those trying to make it through the desert. Schottel writes, "Father Bob with the Columbian Mission Center provided Peru State College with an experience that challenged the students, informed them of realities of the border and empowered them to want to do something to help." Topics covered included: simple practices of water and electricity conservation how education is viewed in Mexico the legal conflicts of those who immigrate to the United States without documentation the challenges the border patrol face with carrying out orders with limited resources how companies in the United States build factories in Mexico and the impact this has on the economy and individual lives in Mexico how little migrant workers make picking chili peppers

The program served to give the students a broader perspective on immigration, having them meet with border patrol agents along with migrant workers and their managers, including a manager from JBT Aerotech (a Chicago company that makes airport parts). Nicholas Novak writes, "I took a lot away from our border immersion trip to El Paso and Juarez. There were numerous aspects of the trip that are worthy of discussing but only a few that had permanent impacts on me." "The first of these was the big emphasis on conservation and how we can lessen the impact of humankind on the environment," Novak continues. "The Columbian Mission Center had us practice water saving practices such as filling buckets of water with shower water before it heated up and then we would take the water outside to water plants or the garden. Discussions also took place about how those who live in poverty experience the most consequences from wasteful practices." The students examined the cultures of both El Paso and Juarez, towns that straddle the border of the United States and Mexico. They also learned about the view of education in Juarez. Renner, Novak, Schottel and guest stand in the city center of Jaurez, Mexico.

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Criminal Justice students take part in border immersion experience

Sierra Renner writes, "Overall, our experience in El Paso and Juarez was very eye-opening. After speaking with a family in Juarez and learning their way of life, I have a newfound respect for the Hispanic culture. No matter the amount of money they have, the love they share is so rich." Hailey Benedict adds, "The trip to El Paso and Juarez was intense but truly an amazing experience. We were accompanied by many individuals who do incredible work. Inspiring and life changing!" Novak writes, "It was also very eye-opening to learn about how the people of Juarez live. Factory workers make $6 a day and have to make many sacrifices. Overall, this entire experience was very humbling to me and it helped me realize how different and privileged my life is." Schottel concludes, "I am grateful for the opportunity the SEE (Student Engagement Enhancement) Grant provided to students and the transformation I got to witness during the very packed days at the border." ###

Quentin Victor contributed to this release.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/criminaljusticestudentsexperienceborderimmersion.html

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Peru State and World-Herald history book wins national award

Peru State and World-Herald history book wins national award JUN 20, 2018

WASHINGTON, DC —The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) announced the winners of its 2018 Circle of Excellence awards. Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future since 1867, a history of Peru State College’s 150 years, won the gold award in its category. More than 3,700 institutions of higher education are members of CASE. Nebraska’s First College was created in collaboration with the Omaha World-Herald and Dan Sullivan. Sullivan was the author of the book and Christine Zueck-Watkins served as the designer. Sullivan writes, “I am thrilled that the Council for Advancement and Support of Education chose to honor Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future Since 1867.” “The award is a tribute to the rich history of Peru State College. It was an easy story to tell: from the vision and determination of the school's founders in 1867, all the way to Peru State College today, as it shapes the leaders of tomorrow." The book blurb reads, “Peru State College celebrates its 150th year in 2017. The Nebraska school’s history is a rich tapestry of innovation, endurance, community service and pursuit of educational excellence. Celebrate the sesquicentennial with a look back through the remarkable story that began with a vision on a hilltop in Peru.” Peru State College and its sister colleges are members of CASE through the Nebraska State College System. “It is an honor for one of our colleges to receive a CASE Gold Award. Congratulations to the Peru State staff for their high-quality work on the Nebraska’s First College Shaping the Future Since 1867 book,” said Stan Carpenter, Chancellor for the Nebraska State College System. “Peru State and the Nebraska State College System play rich and vital roles in Nebraska’s past, present and future.” The judging comments read, “Inside the cover, the content is fun and interesting and, thanks to the varied page layout and content, easy to engage with – whether one wants to read a bit or a lot of the book.” The international awards program honors outstanding work in advancement services, alumni relations, communications, fundraising and marketing at colleges, universities, independent schools and affiliated nonprofits. Peer professionals at schools, colleges and universities as well as professionals from outside of education judged the entries. The program received 3,204 entries for consideration in nearly 100 categories from 676 higher education institutions, independent schools and affiliated organizations located worldwide. Peru State College received the top prize for Institutional Relations Publications: Book. Todd Simpson, CEO of the Peru State College Foundation, writes, “CASE is the preeminent association for higher education foundations and alumni programs in the world. Receiving the 2018 Gold Award in the Circle of Excellence in the Institutional Relations Publications Books category from CASE for Peru State’s 150th anniversary history book “Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future since 1867” is a tremendous honor.” “The Peru State staff, along with Dan Sullivan and the Omaha World-Herald, did a marvelous job!” Other contributors to the book included editors Jeff Alessandrelli, Wendi Buggi, Ted Harshbarger, Jason Hogue, Nicole Hilder, Rebecca Johnson, Amy Mincer, Rich Mills, Kathy Sullivan, Faith Thomas and Pam Thomas. Jason Hogue and Michelle Kaiser were credited for additional research.

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/andworldheraldhistorybookwinsnationalaward.html

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Peru State and World-Herald history book wins national award

Illustrations of past and current campus buildings were done by Brandi Hull. Photography credits included Angela Allgood, Wendi Buggi, Bill Clemente, Promise DeBilzan, Arlene Fell, Paul Fell, Ted Harshbarger, Jason Hogue, Brandi Hull, Rebecca Johnson, Malone and Co., the Peru State College Foundation, Becki Propst, Kent Propst, the Omaha World-Herald, Kellen Sailors, Dan Sullivan and Christine Zueck-Watkins. A copy of the award-winning book can be purchased by visiting www.peru.edu/150. Book purchases support the Peru State College Foundation’s mission to assist and support Peru State College’s programs and services including scholarships for hundreds of students. A list of award winners from the current year's competition is available at www.case.org/circle. Judges' reports, which outline the strengths and weaknesses of each category and why particular entries were chosen for recognition, are also posted on the website. Sue Cunningham, president and CEO of CASE, says 2018 was another exceptional year for the awards program and commended this year's recipients for their bold, innovative work that epitomizes the profession's best practices. "Our members once again have demonstrated their commitment to their organizations through their remarkable work," says Cunningham. "This year's award winners demonstrate creativity and strategy; I urge everyone to take a look - you will be inspired. Congratulations to all the Circle of Excellence award recipients. Your work is breathtaking." Made up of several of CASE's long-time recognition programs, the Circle of Excellence awards program, in its present configuration, was introduced in 1994. About CASE CASE believes in advancing education to transform lives and society. As a global nonprofit membership association of educational institutions, CASE helps develop the communities of professional practice that build institutional resilience and success in challenging times. The communities include staff engaged in alumni relations, fundraising, marketing, student recruitment, stakeholder engagement, crisis communications and government relations. CASE is volunteer-led and uses the intellectual capital of senior practitioners to build capacity and capability across the world. CASE has offices in Washington, D.C., London, Singapore and Mexico City. Member institutions include more than 3,700 colleges and universities, primary and secondary independent and international schools, and nonprofit organizations in 82 countries. CASE serves nearly 88,000 practitioners. For more information about CASE, please visit www.case.org. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/andworldheraldhistorybookwinsnationalaward.html

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Nebraska artist Jay Tschetter sculpts murals for Peru State College

Nebraska artist Jay Tschetter sculpts murals for Peru State College JUN 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – June saw the completion of the new brick sculpture mural on the western facade of the College Theatre. The College Theatre and event space is being renovated into a performing arts center.

The work was completed by Jay Tschetter of Images in Bricks. Tschetter’s work includes the Iron Horse Legacy Mural in the Haymarket District of Lincoln, Nebraska, and the Imagination mural at Shenandoah Public Library in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Tschetter writes, “I am honored that we were chosen to do the art work for the theatre building, am pleased with the results and how it fits into the building and that the themes represent the history. I am excited to come back down there to see the murals once the scaffolding is removed and the sun is shining on it.”

Images in Brick’s foundation was laid in 1987 when Tschetter first saw a photo of a brick sculpture in an Endicott Brick brochure, and started imagining the wide world of possibilities inherent in the medium of brick. As a journeyman mason with many years experience in the field, and also being an accomplished part time artist in Nebraska, he realized this was the perfect marriage of the two separate disciplines.

Endicott Clay Products began in 1920 in Jefferson County Nebraska. The area is rich in clay that yields a variety of authentic iron spot colors (dark spots caused by the presence of iron salts) and is of excellent quality for bricks and sculpting.

The right image is of W.H. Hoyt, long time faculty member and namesake of Hoyt Science Hall.

The left shows Normal Hall, most often referred to as Old Main, the original building in the space occupied by Hoyt Hall and the College Theatre.

Jason Hogue, director of marketing and communication adds, “Both images are based on photographs gathered for the sesquicentennial book project, Nebraska’s First College. The photos and sculpture share a background of the hills of Peru, as you would see them, from the vantage point of the current buildings.”

Tereza Kamenar wrote about the sculpting process earlier in the year following a trip to Tschetter’s studio, “At Endicott, the clay bricks are stacked according to the plans. A ‘dummy layer’ is added at the top so the sculptors have somewhere to pin the plastic, which covers the clay at night.”

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/nebraskaartistjaytschettersculptsmurals.html

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Nebraska artist Jay Tschetter sculpts murals for Peru State College

“A second dummy layer, this one three bricks high, is added on the bottom to prevent the artists from having to lay on the floor to sculpt. As soon as the clay is arranged, a grid is grafted over the drawing and the bricks,” Kamenar continues. “The initial image is cut into the brick and the artist begins reduction carving. Several layers of refinement and adding of detail are done before the mural is complete.”

Tschetter carving the mural. After carving, the wet clay is fired brick by brick in a kiln.

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Peru State students attend psychology conference in San Francisco

Peru State students attend psychology conference in San Francisco JUN 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Two Peru State students, Sara Granfors and Spencer Kerwin, and Dr. Jared Bartels, assistant professor of psychology, attended the 30th Annual Association for Psychological Science (APS) Convention in San Francisco, California. Granfors writes, “This was the largest and most diverse psychology convention I’ve ever been to. The variety in research topics and the way each psychologist approached their hypothesis was amazing to see.” Kerwin said, “This was my first time ever presenting at a Psychology convention. We were really excited to get the opportunity to share our findings in San Francisco with APS.” Granfors (Seward, NE) and Kerwin (Omaha, NE) presented a poster entitled, “Revisiting the Stanford Prison Experiment, Again: Examining the Role of Demand Characteristics.” Dr. Bartels writes, “Sara and Spencer played a significant role in designing the studies and collecting and analyzing the data for the poster we presented.” During poster sessions, individuals use a visual medium to display their research information. This method allows audience members to view the research material and engage in discussions with the researchers. Dr. Bartels continues, “One attendee who stopped by to talk with us about our work remarked that she would share it with her students and that Sara and Spencer should be proud of their efforts. I concur. Sara and Spencer did an exceptional job of representing Peru State College.” Granfors adds, “When we presented our research, I was shocked at the level of interest other researchers showed in our work. To think that our research will be used in classrooms is extremely humbling.” Dr. Bartels has attended previous APS Conventions, including an international convention in Amsterdam in 2015. Granfors concludes, “I’m very grateful that I was given the opportunity to go to San Francisco and take part in the APS Convention this year. None of it would have happened if Dr. Bartels hadn’t taken Spencer and I under his wing freshman year. It has been a wild ride, and we appreciate everything he has done for us.” In addition to poster sessions, APS Conventions also include workshops for attendees, keynote speakers, student socials, symposiums and special events. ###

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Peru State College turns 151, wraps up sesquicentennial year celebration.

Peru State College turns 151, wraps up sesquicentennial year celebration. JUN 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – On June 20, Peru State College recognized the 151st anniversary of its chartering in 1867. Its sesquicentennial year was marked by the completion of historical projects, new art installations, 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 founded as a normal school dedicated to training teachers. The College has enjoyed an incredible year of celebration. Here are just a few of the on-campus events that marked Peru State’s sesquicentennial year. May 2017 Pete Ricketts, governor of Nebraska, gave the commencement address at Peru State College to a crowd of more than 2700 graduates, family members, faculty and staff. The major theme of his speech was finding your passion. You might not know what your passion is today, Ricketts assured, before describing his own journey to find his passion in business and politics. Governor Ricketts speaking to the 2017 graduates of Peru State College. – The Peru State College Concert Chorale debuted “Sons and Daughters of Peru” at the 2017 Commencement on Saturday. The premier was dedicated to the memory of Dr. Thomas Ediger, a long-time music faculty member that passed in the fall of 2014. Matt Hill, director of vocal music at Peru State, writes, “The morning provided me a humbling opportunity to premier a work I composed for the Peru State College “Concert Chorale” and as a gift for the campus community and alumni as we kick off our sesquicentennial celebrations!” “It was a joyous occasion, and I think we may have launched a new annual tradition with ‘Sons and Daughters of Peru!’”

The Peru State Concert Chorale preparing to sing at Commencement. — The Center Schoolhouse, usually referred to as the Little Red Schoolhouse, on the Peru State College Campus is now a Visitor and Interpretive Center for the College. A ribbon cutting was held on Saturday, May 6, following commencement. The Little Red Schoolhouse served students at the corner of US 75 and Brock Road for many years before school districts consolidated in Nemaha County. Once a landmark on the drive between Auburn and Nebraska City, the schoolhouse was saved from demolition when it was rebuilt brick-by-brick on the Peru State Campus. According to the bronze plaque on the side of the building–now Visitor and Interpretive Center – the schoolhouse “is dedicated to the many teachers who trained at Peru State College” Michelle Kaiser, recent Peru State College graduate, adds, “I wasn’t aware of this building really being used for much, so I thought that might be just a be a perfect fit. For an old, one-room schoolhouse to serve as a legacy and memorial for all the things we’ve done here at Nebraska’s oldest college and originally Nebraska’s teaching college.”

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The ribbon being cut by Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State; George Blazek; Nelson Family Foundation Trustee; Michelle Kaiser, former president of Phi Alpha Theta; Dr. Sara Crook, Phi Alpha Theta Advisor; and Joyce Douglas, president of Peru State’s Foundation Board. June 2017 The Peru State College Foundation hosted an All-College Reunion on the Peru State Campus this weekend. The All-College Reunion invited all alumni, friends of the College, faculty and staff to attend. President Dan Hanson hosted an All-College Dinner and book launch reception Friday night to kick-off the reunion. Author of the new Peru State history book, Dan Sullivan, signed books and spoke. Hanson said, “It is great to have our alumni and friends on campus to celebrate Peru State’s sesquicentennial. Their support continues to be the foundation of our success.” Deborah Solie, Peru State College Foundation director of alumni relations and annual giving, told the group that more than 200 alumni and friends of the College were expected on campus over the weekend. More than fifty activities and events were planned for the weekend. — It started nearly two years ago when Peru State alumni from the Cape Cod area started discussing what they could do for the College’s 150th birthday. Different ideas were tossed around and finally it was decided that the circa 1960s alumni group would commission a new portrait of Al Wheeler, their former coach, teacher, and friend. The alumni group fund-raised and commissioned Heath Miller, a 1991 Peru State graduate, to do the painting which would update the older photo of Wheeler which had hung in the Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC) since around 1986. On Thursday, June 15, a formal dedication of the painting took place in the lower lobby of the AWAC.

Steve Schneider, Paul Fell, Heath Miller and Todd Simpson with the new Al Wheeler Portrait — A reception and book launch was held for the sesquicentennial history book, “Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future Since 1867.” The book was written by Omaha World-Herald author, Dan Sullivan and is available for purchase at peru.edu/150. In his foreword, Sullivan writes, “Today, Peru State College maintains its vital role in the state, continuing to impact the region, serve beyond its own boundaries and send accomplished graduates into an exciting new world.” “It’s clear that this ‘150’ is more than just a nice, round number. It is a monumental accomplishment spanning generations of families, world wars, 37 presidential elections, droughts, blizzards, tornadoes, earthquakes and transportation from riverboats to jetliners. During that time, dozens of institutes of higher learning fell by the wayside in Nebraska, but Peru remained, laying claim as the state’s oldest college.” Note: In June 2018, the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) announced the winners of its 2018 Circle of Excellence awards. Nebraska’s First College: Shaping the Future since 1867, a history of Peru State College’s 150 years, won the gold award in its category. More than 3,700 institutions of higher education are members of CASE.

Dan Sullivan signing a copy of the new book. Photo by Dr. Bill Clemente. —

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By special proclamation, Governor Pete Ricketts named June 20, a special day of anniversary for Peru State College on the 150th anniversary of its charter. An early line of the Governor’s proclamation reads, “Peru State College recognizes that resilience is a key factor in success and provides the support and encouragement to achieve high standards by cultivating passion and rewarding perseverance as it has done since the first veterans of the U.S. Civil War walked its hills.” Dr. Sara Crook accepting a proclamation celebrating Peru State College’s sesquicentennial anniversary from Governor Pete Ricketts. Dr. Spence Davis, professor of history; Michelle Kaiser, Peru State alum; and Jason Hogue, Director of Marketing and Communications, also attended. — On Tuesday, June 20, 2017, Peru State College held an all-day celebration of its charter and 150th anniversary. Activities for children, a speaker series, historical re-enactors associated with Nebraska City’s Chautauqua event and a dinner were all hosted as part of the celebration.

Lori Broady, Peru State alum and member of the Charter Day Planning Committee, places a bonnet on a visiting child. Bonnets and aprons were made by volunteers for all girls participating in the 1867 themed activities. Boys were given straw hats and suspenders.

Dan and Elaine Hanson arrive by horse-drawn carriage to deliver a special 150th anniversary proclamation from Governor Pete Ricketts.

Actors portraying W.E.B. Du Bois, Jane Addams, William Jennings Bryan and Edith Wharton visit the Peru State campus as the first official act of the Nebraska City Chautauqua. — October 2017

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 21. In years past, an All-Campus Photo was taken on the quad. This tradition was resurrected for the sesquicentennial anniversary. All-Campus photo take the morning of October 24, 2017. — Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the College gathered in the lobby of the V.F. Jindra Fine Arts Building to unveil and dedicate Victor Issa’s Power of Thought Statue. The statue was installed on Thursday, October 26 and unveiled on Friday, October 27. Daryl and Peggy Long commissioned the statue and asked the sculptor to include Peru State in its imagery. Daryl Long taught at Peru State for fifty years, from January 1967 to January 2017

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Victor Issa, Peggy Long, Daryl Long, Todd Simpson and Dan Hanson unveiling the statue. A plaque on the front of the plinth reads, Power of Thought, “Our hope is that those who view this sculpture will be inspired to add their own creative energies to the never-ending quest of humankind to expand the sphere of knowledge.” —

The entrance to the second floor Al Wheeler Activity Center bridge decorated for Homecoming. The Bobcat head was inspired by previous years decorating traditions. Many buildings on campus were decorated for homecoming, a historic homecoming tradition. Photo by Bill Clemente. — Daryl Long drives his wife, Peggy Long, and his assigned ‘driver,’ Amy Mincer in a Ford Mustang convertible loaned to the Peru State Student Senate by Larson Motors of Nebraska City. 2017 Homecoming King Gunnar Orcutt and Queen Nicole Osborn riding in the back of a truck loaned to the Peru State Student Senate by Larson Motors. Photo by Anna Naber.

Food being served on the quad as part of the Tailgate. Photo by Bill Clemente.

The ribbon-cutting for Delzell Hall. Delzell Hall was renovated over the 2016-17 school year and reopened for students in August. Photo by Bill Clemente. Winter 2017-2018 Peru State’s freshman education students presented profiles on educators from Nebraska and beyond with wax museum presentations on Monday. This program was in honor of Peru State’s and Nebraska’s 150th anniversary celebrations. Dr. Gina Bittner, associate professor of education, said, “These students worked so hard and really developed their public presentation skills while learning about educators made famous by their educational contributions in Nebraska and beyond over the last 150 years.” The freshman education students are enrolled in College 101 courses with Bittner and Dr. Kelly Kingsley (also an Associate Professor of Education). Bittner added, “We are proud of our freshmen education majors for all their work. They had to conduct research, write an essay, turn that into a 3-5 minute presentation, create a timeline of their famous educator’s life and create the ‘wax museum’ presentation for the entire campus community, ” “It would be our hope that these beginning education majors focus their time and talents to make a lasting impact during the next 150 years in Nebraska.” — A crowd of Peru State students, faculty and staff gathered Tuesday morning to sign the final beam planned for the Performing Arts Center renovation and construction project. Silver and black pens graced the beam with signatures, messages and memorials. Campus Services Director, Jill McCormick, adds, “The Topping-Out Ceremony is an age-old tradition of placing a beam at what will be the structure’s highest level. While there is much to be done, this is a wonderful opportunity for the campus community to celebrate this construction milestone.” Peru State student, Jimmy Johnson (left), signs the beam. — As part of the sesquicentennial celebration, the 2017-2018 Distinguished Speaker Series featured speakers with roots in Nebraska.

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Peru State established the Distinguished Speaker Series in 2010 as part of a 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 regional communities more opportunities to engage in interesting and relevant topics. Aaron Davis, former University of Nebraska National Champion football player, spoke at Peru State College in November as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. His presentation was titled, “Attitude of a Champion”. According to his website, “Aaron Davis is a thought leader and expert in the area of attitude and how it impacts every area your professional and personal life. He equips audiences with tips, tools and techniques on how to utilize the power of a Champion Attitude to reach their full potential.” Aaron Davis with Peru State students. Joe Starita visited Peru State College with a box of his latest book and a keen understanding of Nebraskan history. Starita, who is currently a professor at the University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications, spoke in March. Mr. Starita’s third and latest book is “A Warrior of the People—How Susan La Flesche Overcame Racial and Gender Inequality to Become America’s First Indian Doctor.” The book was published in November of 2016. Starita spoke passionately about American Indian history and particularly about the life of Susan La Flesche. The proceeds from his book sales support a college scholarship fund for American Indian high school graduates. Joe Starita speaking on the Peru State campus. On Tuesday evening, April 10, Curt Tomasevicz visited the Peru State College campus as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. His presentation, “Have No Fear,” explored his personal growth as an athlete, first joining the Husker football team and then training for three Olympic appearances. While attending the University of Nebraska, Curt played running back and linebacker for the Huskers, earning most of his playing time on special teams. After an impressive story about joining the Huskers through hard training and the student tryouts, Tomasevicz explained that bobsledding was not the sport of his childhood.

Curt Tomasevicz speaking on the Peru State Campus. Tomasevicz said, “I was 23 years old and I knew nothing about bobsledding. I had seen Cool Runnings, but that was about it.” He went on to win Olympic gold in the sport. — Marion Marsh Brown, a Nebraska-native author, was commemorated on Peru State’s campus on February 27. Brown is an alumnus and former faculty member of Peru State College As part of Nebraska’s and Peru State’s Sesquicentennial celebrations, four Peru State students hosted a panel and give presentations on a few of Brown’s books as well as background on Brown’s life. The Peru State College Library also assisted in the project, providing Brown’s books at the presentation and giving the student’s access to their archive for Brown’s work, including notes and former drafts Brown wrote before final release. Two of the students also met with Brown’s son, Paul Brown, who was also in attendance of the event. Presenters at the Marion Marsh Brown panel: Taylor Finke, Dr. Bill Clemente, Ashley Peiman, Ashley Grell, Quentin Victor and Dr. Dan Holtz. — May 2018 Mike Johanns, former senator of Nebraska, gave the commencement address at Peru State College to a crowd of more than 3,100 graduates, family members, faculty and staff. The major theme of his speech was cultivating relationships and service to others. Johanns was introduced by the Chancellor of the Nebraska State College System, Stan Carpenter. Carpenter thanked him for his work to support the College.

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Johanns began by saying that it was great to be back on campus. He was also the commencement speaker in 2002. He adds, “I could not be more thrilled to be a keynote speaker at commencement. Thank you graduates for sharing this day with me.” He praised Peru State’s beautiful campus and historic commitment to the region. Johanns said it was also particularly an honor to be here during the sesquicentennial. Senator Mike Johanns giving the keynote address. The sesquicentennial time capsule is filled with flowers in the foreground. — During Peru State College’s May commencement, former State Senator Floyd Vrtiska received the Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award was established by the Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees. It authorizes each college to nominate a graduate or someone who has made significant contribution to the College or to an alumnus who has achieved distinction and recognition in his or her field. Recipients are nominated by the college president and approved by the NSCS Board of Trustees.

Vrtiska accepting the award. Dr. Hanson (left) congratulates the Distinguished Service Award winner while Kim Vrtiska (middle left) and Chancellor of the Nebraska State College System, Stan Carpenter, applauds. — Following the spring commencement, Peru State alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends gathered to place items of significance in a time capsule to be opened in 2067. The time capsule will be buried under the new Sesquicentennial Plaza outside the remodeled theatre and event center. The time capsule will be placed at the request of Phi Alpha Theta, Dr. Sara Crook and Dr. Spencer Davis. Davis, faculty emeritus, was a champion of the project.

Garth and Gloria Adams place the first item in the time capsule. Garth is a 1967 alum and Gloria is a 1970 alum. — ###

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Country School Association of America visits Peru State

Country School Association of America visits Peru State JUN 22, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - The Country School Association of America visited the Peru State campus and 12 other schoolhouses in southeast Nebraska. The tour was a part of the CSAA's national conference held at Homestead National Monument in Beatrice, Nebraska. The Peru State campus is home to the Center School that was built in 1905 on the Julian corner along US-75. In 2001, the one-room schoolhouse was dismantled, moved to campus and reconstructed brick-by-brick. The original floor, wainscoting, stage, lights, etc. continue to highlight the heritage of the building. Dorothy Rieke visited with the group. Rieke taught at Center School in 1946. Most often referred to as the Little Red Schoolhouse, what was once Center School now serves as a Visitor and Interpretive Center. Museum exhibits dedicated to the history of Peru State line the walls. The schoolhouse is open to the public from 8 to 5, Monday-Friday during the summer. Sally Murray and Mike Hawkins visit in front of the new displays. Other schoolhouses visited in southeast Nebraska: Harmony School, held classes from 1879 to 1997. Greenfield School, held classes from 1873 to 1957 Mt. Zion School, held classes from 1882 to 1957. Maple Grove/Mumford School, built in 1874. Rock School, held classes from 1873 to 1956. Kennedy School, held classes from 1872 to 1887. Cracker Box, held classes from 1881 to 1953 Lower West Branch, held classes from 1873 to 1965. Gravel Hill school, held classes from 1870 to 1877. Pawnee City School #1, held classes from 1863 to 1878. Pleasant view School, held classes from 1906 to 1960.

The CSAA is a non-profit, national organization dedicated to preserving memories and scholarship of the country school. The organization is designed to offer all interested individuals a professional community focused on early American schools, preservation, education, and curriculum. The CSAA prides itself on connecting research and practice for anyone passionate about our country schools.

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Phi Beta Lambda students recognized with national awards.

Phi Beta Lambda students recognized with national awards. JUL 5, 2018 All of Peru State's national qualifiers and national award winners.

Baltimore, Maryland - The Peru State Phi Beta Lambda chapter brought home 16 national awards. Of the 22 students representing Peru State, 17 placed in the top ten. This year’s National Leadership Conference took place in Baltimore, Maryland from June 22 - 26. Thousands of highly competitive students from all over the United States took part in 60 different business and business-related events. In order to make it to the national conference, participants must first receive a first, second, or third in their event at the state level. From the top, Amanda Jo Cleek (Houston, TX) and partner Ryan Arnold (Houston, TX) earned second place for their Mobile Application Development project. At the state competition, they took home the first place trophy. Christopher Nwafor (Lagos, Nigeria) earned second in Future Business Educator. At the Nebraska Competition, he achieved third place. Hayley Benedict (Springfield, NE) won two awards: a third place in Website Design and a fourth in Desktop Publishing. At the state competition, she won first place in both. Also competing in Website Design were Rachael Cole (Wymore, NE) and Lindsay Harlow (Dawson, NE) who won sixth place. They earned third at state. Trey Nelson and Tristen Nelson (Lincoln, NE) collected fourth for Management Analysis and Decision Making. The two also won eighth for Business Decision Making at the state competition, the two earned a second place trophy for Management Analysis and Decision Making and a first for Business Decision Making. Rachael Cole (Wymore, NE) won 5th for the Local Chapter Annual Business Report. At the Nebraska Competition, she earned a second. Anthony De Abreu (Caracas, Venezuela), Rozlyn Cole (Wymore, NE), Booke Hays (Oxford, NE), and Noah Temme (Fairmont, NE) earned 5th for their Parliamentary Procedure team. At state they won first place. De Abreu also earned eighth at nationals for Justice Administration and first at state for that category. Cole (Wymore, NE), Sara Granfors (Seward, NE), and Spencer Kerwin (Omaha, NE) together earned a 5th place for Strategic Analysis and Decision Making. At the state competition, they collected a first place trophy. Hannah Cook (Cook, NE) earned sixth for Organizations Behavior and Leadership. She won 2nd at the state competition. Ashli Becker (Yankton, SD) earned seventh for Organizational Behavior and Leadership. At state she won fifth. Lindsay Harlow (Oxford, NE) and Brooke Hays (Oxford, NE) earned eighth place for Forensic Accounting. During the Nebraska competition, they won first place. Yorgelys Jaspe (Klaipeda, Lithuania) collected tenth for Global Analysis and Decision Making. For the state competition, she earned third. Other Peru State competitors that finished in the top 15 are Ryan Arnold (Houston, TX) in Sales Presentation, Brenda Lutz (Rockport, MO) in Small Business Management Plan, Ashli Becker (Fremont, NE) and Velma Hauck (Fremont, NE) in Small Business Management Plan, and Spencer Kerwin (Fairmont, NE) and Noah Temme (Fairmont, NE) in the Community Service Project.

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Phi Beta Lambda students recognized with national awards.

In addition to all of their individual successes, Peru State PBL earned the Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit, which recognizes outstanding chapters that have actively participated in projects and programs identified with the goals of FBLA-PBL. ###

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Peru State named third on list of best affordable small colleges

Peru State named third on list of best affordable small colleges JUL 9, 2018

Provo, Utah - Best Value Schools has named Peru State College third best in the nation on a list of "Best Affordable Small Colleges." BestValueSchools.org writes, "Sometimes called the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” Peru State College combines the charm of a small town with award-winning programs to make it one of the best colleges in the state." "But even if the countryside isn’t for you, the price of this school might be," BestValueSchools.org adds, "All students pay the in-state tuition rate, making it affordable for anyone. This school also boasts a wide variety of unique degrees, including degrees in nuclear technology, wildlife ecology, music marketing and community music and private studio." An introduction to the Best Affordable Small Colleges List describes its purpose, "For some prospective college students, nothing sounds more perfect than a school where each class is an intimate setting for learning and the professors know your name. Generally at a small school, classes have fewer than 20 students and professors are more available for personal tutoring and mentorship. It is easier to make lasting connections with both the faculty and your peers." "In order to help students get the education that’s right for them, we’ve compiled a list of 15 of the most affordable small schools in America. Our list includes only top four-year universities, which excludes graduate schools, community colleges, and specialty schools. Our chosen schools have 4,000 students or fewer in order to ensure a tight-knit community and small classes." Peru State College was the only college listed from Iowa, Kansas, Missouri or Nebraska. ###

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Wayne Albury named Athletic Director

Wayne Albury named Athletic Director JUL 9, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Wayne Albury has been named the new athletic director for Peru State College. He has previously served as interim athletic director at Peru State since May. Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, writes, "Wayne brings a strong commitment to character-driven athletics, a history of success as a coach, effective experience in fundraising, and a commitment to student athlete success." Albury adds, "I would like to thank Dr. Hanson and the committee for giving me this great opportunity. I am very excited about working with the administration, faculty, staff and students here at Peru State College." "I believe we have an excellent athletic staff and I am anxious to continue building on the solid foundation of Bobcat Athletics." Wayne is Peru State’s coach with the most wins and has more than 700 career wins in baseball. He returned as head coach of the baseball team in 2016.id="attachment_10225" align="" width="300" Wayne Albury Previously Wayne served as head baseball coach at Peru State from 2011 to 2015. His other collegiate coaching experience includes Lambuth University, University of Rio Grande (Ohio), Union College (Kentucky), and Pikeville College (Kentucky). He also managed the Portsmouth (Ohio) Explorers in the independent Frontier League. Wayne holds a bachelor's degree in physical education from Union College and a master's in health, physical education and recreation from Morehead State University (Kentucky). The Peru State Bobcat sports teams are part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division I where they compete in the Heart of America Athletic Conference. Men's sports include baseball, basketball and football; while women's sports include basketball, cheer leading, cross country, golf, softball and volleyball. ###

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Peru State alum, Dr. Feyi Obamehinti, appointed to Texas Diabetes Council

Peru State alum, Dr. Feyi Obamehinti, appointed to Texas Diabetes Council AUG 16, 2018

Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott appointed Dr. Feyi Obamehinti to the Texas Diabetes Council on August 15. Obamehinti’s term will run until February 1, 2023. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, “The council addresses issues affecting people with diabetes in Texas and advises the Texas Legislature on legislation that is needed to develop and maintain a statewide system of quality education services to all people with diabetes and health professionals who offer diabetes treatment and education.” Obamehinti currently resides in Keller, Texas, and is the Managing Director of Ravir LLC, an educational consulting and technical firm. She also serves as a member of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum, Women Impacting Public Policy Education Foundation, and National Small Business Association Leadership. Obamehinti earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Peru State College, and a Doctorate in Education from Texas A&M University. Obamehinti was also featured in a story on Femigrants.org. Femigrants.org seeks “to empower diverse immigrant women of America to become powerful leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs.”

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Peru State College named most affordable online college in Nebraska

Peru State College named most affordable online college in Nebraska AUG 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College was named the most affordable online college in Nebraska by the Center for Online Education. The list was generated by directly comparing the cost of a full semester at schools with at least one bachelor's degree available completely online. OnlineColleges.net writes about the methodology, "Our list of the most affordable online colleges in Nebraska is based on in-state yearly tuition, or annual tuition rates if a school does not differentiate between in-state and out-of-state students." "The online schools in Nebraska with the lowest tuition are ranked highest, providing prospective students with a true list of the most affordable online colleges in their state."

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City of Peru and Peru State College collaborate on vision for the future

City of Peru and Peru State College collaborate on vision for the future AUG 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – A group of City of Peru officials, Peru State College officials, city residents and friends of the College have begun meeting to develop a vision and possible plan for collaboration between the City and College. Darrin Reeves, mayor of the City of Peru, said, “From infrastructure to housing to economic development, the City and College have shared needs.” “Creating a shared vision is the first step to meeting those needs.” A purpose statement for the collaboration reads, “The purpose of this group is to create a plan to enhance the City of Peru and Peru State College by leading efforts to gather input from members of the community. Based on community input, the plan will set priorities and identify ways to share resources.” Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, writes, “The success of the City and the College is interdependent. We look forward to stronger partnerships with the City, city residents, its businesses and our alumni.” Initial meetings focused on how the City and College working together has proven to be more effective than working alone. The recent Park Avenue project was cited as example of how this was true. The group has asked city residents and stakeholders to be watching for surveys seeking community input. The surveys are expect this fall. Logo for the new group, originally proposed by Ashley Hansen, a resident of Peru. Group members include: 1. Darrin Reeves – Mayor, city resident, College employee 2. Jason Jones – City Council member, city Resident 3. Bill Hunter – City Council member, city resident 4. Justin Douglas, President of Main Street Bank 5. Vanessa Sherman - President of the Peru Community Impact Group, city Resident 6. Becca Jewell – Peru State College Foundation employee 7. Bob Engles – Area Realtor, Trustee of the Nebraska State College System 8. Cindy and Tim Hoffman – Peru State College alumni, Peru State College Foundation Board Members, landlords in the city 9. Dr. Dan Hanson, President of Peru State College, city resident 10. Christopher Nwafor, Student at Peru State College and member of Student Senate, city resident

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

New resident assistants, living learning community mentors greet class of 2022

New resident assistants, living learning community mentors greet class of 2022 AUG 17, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - More than twenty members of the residence life staff greeted the class of 2022 and returning students at Peru State College on move-in day. Resident Assistants and Living Learning Community Mentors live in the residence halls as role models, social chairs and liaisons between students communities and the administration. Resident Assistants and Living Learning Community Mentors were joined by professional staff including three professional staff residence hall directors. One hall director lives in each of the residence halls on campus. Living Learning Communities include Freshmen Fusion, Discovery, Honors, Wellness and Gaming. Some LLCs take specific courses together, but all LLCs feature programming and activities in line with their themes. Morgan Hall Jacey Sutton (Wahoo, NE) - Resident Assistant Sydney Armbruster (Falls City, NE) - Resident Assistant Shianna Oestreich (Norfolk, NE) - Resident Assistant Emily Whipple (Lincoln, NE) - Resident Assistant Emma Johnson (Omaha, NE) - Living Learning Community Mentor Centennial Complex Trey Nelson (Lincoln, NE) – Mathews Hall - Resident Assistant Anthony De Abreu Fernandes (Caracas, Venezuela) – Nicholas Hall/Pate Hall - Resident Assistant Julia Zurek (Louisville, NE) – Clayburn Hall - Resident Assistant Bailey Johnson ( Johnson, NE) – Davidson Hall - Resident Assistant Bailey Armbruster (Falls City, NE) – Palmer Hall - Resident Assistant Delzell Hall Gage Hansen (Omaha, NE)- Resident Assistant Liam McClarnon (Bellevue) - Resident Assistant Spencer Kerwin (Plattsmouth, NE) - Resident Assistant Keegan Case (Omaha, NE) - Resident Assistant ( Dalen Stolen (Scottsbluff, NE) - Living Learning Community Mentor Oak Hill Luis Constantino (Varze Grande, Mato Grosso, Brazil) - Resident Assistant Top row, from left to right: Amy Oestmann, Project Coordinator; Adam Neveau, Director of Residence Life; Luis Constantino; Dalen Stolen; Spencer Kerwin; Anthony De Abreu; Keegan Case; Gage Hansen; Phillip Rogers, Assistant Director of Residence Life; Sergio Portesan, Assistant Director of Residence Life; and Crystal Hutson, Student Activities Coordinator. Front row, from left to right: Trey Nelson; Liam McClarnon; Emma Johnson; Bailey Johnson; Bailey Armbruster; Sydney Armbruster; Emily Whipple; Shianna Oestrich; Jacey Sutton; and Julia Zurek. ###

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New resident assistants, living learning community mentors greet class of 2022

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:29 PM

Peru State freshmen packed 31,104 meals for Omaha Against Hunger

Peru State freshmen packed 31,104 meals for Omaha Against Hunger AUG 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - The day after moving onto campus, the class of 2022, Peru State College's newest students, gathered for a service project to benefit Omaha Against Hunger. The students were able to pack 31,104 meals on Saturday. Emily Oestmann ( Johnson, NE) said, “It was a great and easy way to get involved. The people in charge were motivating and excited to have us." "I could tell they really wanted to make a difference and they inspired all of us as well," Oestmann continued, "It made for a very fun and wholesome atmosphere.” Dr. Matthew Thielen, dean of student life, adds, "The students who participated in this event did a great job working as a community and understanding the importance of what it means to give back to others.” Students working in the Al Wheeler Activity Center. Omaha Against Hunger is a volunteer-driven effort to package and distribute a highly nutritious dry food formula around the world through feeding programs, orphanages, schools and clinics. Locally, the meals are distributed through food pantries and food banks. OmahaAgainstHunger.org writes, "The meal ingredients are formulated by food scientists to provide a rich source of easily digestible protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins needed by an undernourished child’s body and mind. The food is also acceptable to the broad diversity of ethnic tastes and religious differences around the world." > Students working to fill meal packaging. Daniel Jensen with Omaha Against Hunger thanked everyone involved including the loading and unloading crew. The loading and unloading crew included Dylan Andersen (Thedford, NE), Austin Connot (Allen, NE), Noah Kasbohm (Nebraska City, NE), Jaylon Sapho (Kansas City, MO), Riley Holstine (Mound City, MO) and Dan Boshart (Wood River, NE). ###

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12/11/23, 4:34 PM

Nine new faculty at Peru State for fall

Nine new faculty at Peru State for fall AUG 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Nine new faculty members will join the Peru State College campus for the fall semester. Faculty are hired through a rigorous recruitment and application process culminating in on-campus interviews with other faculty, staff and students.

Dr. Susan Dunekacke joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of English. She has been an adjunct faculty member with Peru State College and taught English and Speech at Table Rock High School. Dunekacke received a Doctorate of Arts in Imaginative Literature from Harrison Middleton University (Arizona). Her interests include creative writing and Nebraska history as well as theater, film and the history of art and architecture.

Dr. Susan Dunecacke

Dr. Helane Folske-Starlin joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of Special Education. She was an Inclusion Teacher for grades 6-8 for Port Huron Area Schools and taught at the collegiate level for Saginaw Valley State University and St. Claire Community College. Folske-Starlin is active in local and regional advocacy groups and has received awards for her work in advocacy. She received her PhD in Special Education Learning and Behavior Disorders from Wayne State University (Michigan).

Dr. Helane FolskeStarlin

Dr. Charles Hicks joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of English. He was most recently a lecturer at Texas Christian University and was previously a lecturer and undergraduate advisor with the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Hicks received a PhD in English from the University of Texas at Arlington. His research interests include American literature and horror fiction.

Dr. Charles Hicks

Maxwell Kathol joins Peru State as an Instructor of Business. He was most recently President and CEO of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce where he partnered with 875 active members to build relationships, accomplish various community projects and provide a voice for the Kearney business community. Mr. Kathol has also served as the Director of Economic Development for the City of Crete and the Executive Director of the Plattsmouth Chamber of Commerce. He received his Master of Science in Organizational Management from Peru State College.

Maxwell Kathol

Susan Moore joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of Art. She was most recently a Lead Studio Instructor at the University of North Texas. She has held many exhibitions across the U.S. and participated in an international exchange program with China. She received her Master of Fine Arts from the University of North Texas. Moore’s areas of interest include painting, drawing, mixed media and photography.

Susan Moore

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Nine new faculty at Peru State for fall

Miranda Pollock joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of Art. She has worked as a freelance designer, creating unique images, illustrations, websites and logos for customers. In addition, she was an Assistant Professor for Buena Vista University and an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota. She received her Master of Fine Arts from the University of Minnesota and is currently pursuing a PhD in General Psychology with an emphasis on designing for user experience at Northcentral University (Arizona).

Miranda Pollock

Dr. Linda Sterling joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of Psychology. She was most recently in private practice as a Sport Psychology Consultant. Prior to this, she was Director of the Sport and Exercise Psychology Master’s Program at Northwest Missouri State University’s School of Health Science and Wellness, Division of Behavioral Services, as well as having taught undergraduate and graduate courses there in Psychology. Sterling is a current Certified Mental Performance Consultant and a Certified Health Coach. She received her PhD from the University of Kansas in Education: Sports Studies with a Sport Psychology specialization.

Dr. Linda Sterling

Sara Westerlin joins Peru State as an Instructor of Education. She was most recently a first grade teacher with Prairie Wind Elementary in Omaha. She has also served as an adjunct faculty member with the School of Education at Metropolitan Community College. Westerlin earned a Master of Science in Elementary Education (with an Early Childhood Education Concentration) from the University of Nebraska – Omaha. She anticipates completing a Doctorate in Education with a focus on Educational Leadership from the College of St. Mary in 2019.

Dr. Sara Westerlin

Dr. B. Jude Wright joins Peru State as an Assistant Professor of English. He has also taught at Quinnipiac University, Goodwin College (Connecticut), the University of Hartford and the University of New Haven. Dr. Wright received his PhD in English from the University of South Florida. His interests include Victorian literature and metacognitive pedagogy.

Dr. Jude Wright

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Registrations now being accepted for Peru State Homecoming Parade

Registrations now being accepted for Peru State Homecoming Parade AUG 27, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Members of the Peru State College Student Senate today announced details of the College’s 98th Annual Homecoming Parade, which will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 on the College campus. This year’s theme is "Road Trip". Parade entry registration is available online at https://www.peru.edu/homecoming/. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, October 4. Cash prizes or trophies will be awarded based on those entries which best represent the homecoming theme, though all types of entries are welcome. Awards will be given to an on-campus category and an off-campus category. 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 Noah Harvey at 402872-2329 or studentsenate@campus.peru.edu. ###

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12/11/23, 4:38 PM

Starbucks coffee now available in the Bobcat Den on the Peru State campus.

Starbucks coffee now available in the Bobcat Den on the Peru State campus. AUG 27, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Bobcat Den will now offer three flavors of Starbucks Coffee in Tall (12 ounces), Grande (16 ounces) and Venti (20 ounces) sizes. The flavors of coffee will be Veranda Blend, Pike Place and Caffè Verona. Tall coffees will cost $1.75; Grande coffees will be $2.25; and Venti will cost $2.50. The Bobcat Den will continue to offer a variety of soft drinks, Gatorade and bottles of Starbucks Frappuccino. Starbucks.com writes of its Veranda Blend, “Roasting this blend of specially chosen Latin American beans for a shorter time allows the delicate nuances of soft cocoa and lightly toasted nuts to blossom. Mellow and flavorful, this coffee brews a delightfully gracious cup that’s perfect for welcoming friends.” Of Pike Place, Starbucks writes, “Our signature medium-roasted with a smooth, balanced and rich flavor, this is the perfect everyday coffee in a cup.” Starbucks writes this about the coffee of one true love, “Caffè Verona is often thought of as a “crowd pleaser” or “dinner party coffee." It has become both a partner and customer favorite and is always the first to come to mind as a coffee that pairs well with chocolate.” The Bobcat Den also offers salads, grab-n-go sandwiches, parfaits and other convenience items. ###

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Rachel Henry is a finalist for the Inspire Award of Excellence in Business

Rachel Henry is a finalist for the Inspire Award of Excellence in Business SEP 5, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Feeding 44 Founder Rachel Henry is a finalist for the 2018 Inspire Award of Excellence in Business. Created by the Lincoln Journal-Star, The Inspire Awards celebrate women who have truly excelled, not only in their professional lives, but as leaders and role models. The Inspire Awards will be announced on September 12 at Pinnacle Bank Arena during the Inspire Awards banquet. Rachel Henry. Photo courtesy of Unanimous. The Lincoln Journal-Star writes, "While many of these women come from different industries and walks of life, they share several traits — a strong sense of self, a success-driven work ethic and the extraordinary accomplishments to show for it. Their commitment, vision and talents make them true leaders in their chosen fields." Henry founded Feeding 44 in May 2013 with a $500 grant and the organization, a partnership between Peru State College, the Food Bank of Lincoln and Catholic Social Services, continues to distribute food once a month. Henry graduated from Peru State with a bachelors in business management, and she earned her master of business administration at the University of Nebraska at Omaha over the summer. As a senior marketing consultant at UNANIMOUS, Henry works with clients to develop successful marketing and communication strategies. Henry is on the Board of Directors for VolunteerLinc, a local community service partnership. Recently, Henry also worked with the Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska, consulting pro bono on the Girl Scouts’ messaging and story-sharing platforms across Nebraska. Read more about Rachel Henry at https://www.beunanimous.com/unanimous-blog/rachel-henry-announced-2018-inspireaward-finalist. A complete list of finalists for the 2018 Inspire Awards can be found at https://journalstar.com/inspire/. ###

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Peru State and Blue Rivers partner to help students

Peru State and Blue Rivers partner to help students SEP 6, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College has paired with Blue Rivers Transportation to help students travel between cities in Southeast Nebraska. Beginning Thursday, September 6, Blue Rivers will provide twice weekly transportation to Auburn and Nebraska City for students. Student Senate will oversee and fund the Blue Rivers Transportation on campus. To schedule a ride with Blue Rivers, students will log onto the Bobcat Life App and fill out the Travel MachForm. Only 12 passengers can be taken each trip, so students are advised to fill out the form well in advance to secure a spot. Students can set up separate times with Blue Rivers to transport to Lincoln or Omaha. “I think we are trying to accomplish two things," Dean of Student Life, Dr. Matt Thielen, said, "One, give students who may not have a vehicle on-campus the opportunity to get out to cover basic needs, such as grocery shopping." Thielen continues, "The second, is to get students into the communities of Auburn and Nebraska City to engage and connect.” Created in 1974, Blue Rivers Transportation is available in Southeast Nebraska from Monday through Friday. Scheduled round trips between Auburn, Nebraska City, Lincoln, Omaha and other cities are available upon reservation. Within the last two years, Blue Rivers has provided over 50,000 trips throughout their five-county transportation service area in Southeast Nebraska. According to their website, Blue Rivers’ mission “is to develop or support a system of coordinated and comprehensive services for older individuals that promotes a safe, healthy, and independent lifestyle.” ###

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12/11/23, 4:42 PM

Wellington Ferguson recognized in 40 under 40 list

Wellington Ferguson recognized in 40 under 40 list SEP 6, 2018

Nassau - Peru State College alumni Wellington Ferguson III was named to Professionals Services Bahamas third annual 40 Under 40 publication. A special award dinner was held in July to honor the individuals on the list. The Nassau Guardian writes the 40 under 40 "features a spectacular group of individuals who excel in their professions, give back to the community and stand out among their peers. These distinguished Bahamians are rising stars of the nation that impact The Bahamas in a positive way." Publisher of Professionals Services Bahamas, Dr. Cyril Lowe, expands on the value of the recognition, stating, “My heart was overwhelmed with pride and joy to see the amount of young people making positive initiatives personally and professionally. We join in with friends, family and colleagues to elaborate, encourage and cheer you on as you continue to strive to make the Bahamas better for the next generation.”id="attachment_10679" align="" width="300" Wellington Ferguson III is highlighted next to the complete list. ###

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12/11/23, 4:34 PM

Peru work group launches fall survey

Peru work group launches fall survey SEP 10, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – On September 12th, the first of a series of surveys will be released from the City of Peru Work Group, asking city residents and stakeholders for community input. The survey results will help identify ways the community can move toward positive change and better understand Peru’s unique characteristics, community assets and potential opportunities. A group of City of Peru officials, Peru State College officials, city residents and friends of the College have begun meeting to develop a common vision and possible plans for community growth and collaborations between the City and College. The group writes, “Our first step in this planning process is to gather information from you through this survey. The survey is conducted by Nebraska Extension with the assistance of the Peru team and is funded through Mainstreet Bank. Please access the survey online at https://go.unl.edu/PERU.” The group continues, “Everyone is encouraged to complete the survey. We are asking those who live in or near Peru, work, go to school, shop or frequent Peru to participate in the survey.” The survey will take 15 to 20 minutes to complete and all answers will be confidential. Responses will be gathered by Nebraska Extension personnel and will be shared only as summaries in which no individual’s answers can be identified. In addition to the electronic version, physical copies of the survey will be available for pickup at the Peru City Office (615 5th Street), the Peru State College Student Center and various businesses throughout the community. Completed surveys can be dropped off at the City Office or the Student Center. The group is also planning focused community discussions running from October 21 through October 30. These discussions will provide additional opportunities for city residents and stakeholders to lend their voices and help improve both halves of the community. Results of these efforts will be announced at a town hall /open forum held Wednesday, November 14. The event will be open to the public. The group of residents, landlords, students, College and City officials working to improve Peru. From left to right: Amy Mincer, Peru State College; Tim Hoffman, Peru State College alumni, Peru State College Foundation Board Member, landlord in the city; Cindy Hoffman, Peru State College alumni, Peru State College Foundation Board Members, landlords in the city; Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College and city resident; Becca Jewell, Peru State College Foundation employee; Justin Douglas, President of Mainstreet Bank; Vanessa Sherman, President of the Peru Community Impact Group, city resident; Darrin Reeves, Mayor, city resident, College employee; Christopher Nwafor, Student at Peru State College and member of Student Senate, city resident; Bob Engles, area realtor, Trustee of the Nebraska State College System; Sara Granfors, Peru State student and city resident; and Jason Jones, City Council member, city resident> ###

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Peru work group launches fall survey

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Under Secretary Randy Reeves visits Peru State

Under Secretary Randy Reeves visits Peru State SEP 13, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Randy Reeves, Peru State alumni and the Under Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Memorial Affairs, visited Peru State College today. During his visit the Under Secretary presented to a history class and met with students over lunch. Reeves is in Nebraska ahead of a dedication of the Omaha National Cemetery’s first monument to Vietnam veterans. Reeves’ presentation to the Peru State history class focused on the history, mission and vision of Memorial Affairs and the National Cemetery Administration. Videos were also shown detailing work at the Los Angeles National Cemetery and the Veterans Legacy Project at Black Hills State University.id="attachment_10781" align="" width="300" Reeves speaks to an American History class at Peru State. Reeves told the class, “I have one single vision and have directed one single vision for the National Cemetery Administration.” “No veteran ever dies.” mp3="https://www.peru.edu/media/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2018/09/reeves-vision.mp3" Reeves went on to explain that while we cannot prevent physical death, we can prevent the death of being forgotten. The work of the National Cemetery Administration is to remember our nation's veterans. Reeves told the group, “I have a debt to repay,” because his life continues past his military service and that is why he chose to work in memorial affairs. He also told of his own experience with losing friends that served and how the memorials and cemeteries work to remember husbands, grandfathers, fathers, uncles, brothers and other family members. mp3="https://www.peru.edu/media/wpcontent/uploads/sites/22/2018/09/reeves3.mp3" id="attachment_10782" align="" width="300" Reeves visits with Joey Dominguez and Patrick King. Dominguez is a kinesiology major from Von Ormy, Texas. King is a history education major from Hyattsville, Maryland, and served in the U.S. Navy. As Under Secretary, Reeves leads 136 national cemeteries in providing dignified burial services for veterans and eligible family members. His responsibilities include maintaining the cemeteries as national shrines; design and construction activities related to the establishment of new national cemeteries; overseeing memorial programs to honor the service of veterans, including the provision of headstones, markers, medallions and Presidential Memorial Certificates; and administering federal grants to help states, territories and tribal governments establish veterans cemeteries. Reeves also said, “I am a graduate of Peru State. I want to tell you that the foundation or a great part of the foundation of where I am and the things I have been able to do to serve our nation actually is because of the opportunity that was afforded me in college.” mp3="https://www.peru.edu/media/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2018/09/reeves-1.mp3" Reeves continues, “Peru State was doing something innovative back during that time. They had a college degree completion program that allowed me to use what I had learned in the Air Force to finish a bachelor’s degree.” “It set me on a track that led to where I am right now – that is to be able to serve those that have served our nation.” mp3="https://www.peru.edu/media/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2018/09/REEVES2.mp3" President Donald Trump nominated Reeves as Under Secretary on September 1, 2017. He was confirmed in November. You can read more about Reeves here: https://www.va.gov/opa/bios/bio_reeves.asp or more about his nomination here: https://www.peru.edu/media/reeves-confirmed-secretary-veterans-affairs-memorial-affairs/ ###

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12/11/23, 4:25 PM

Peru State announces 2018 Homecoming Grand Marshal

Peru State announces 2018 Homecoming Grand Marshal SEP 14, 2018 Harrison at the sesquicentennial anniversary of Peru State College. He is pictured with the Director of the Peru State National Alumni Association, Deborah Solie

Peru, Nebraska - The Peru State College Student Senate announced their selection of Carlos Harrison of Shenandoah, Iowa, as the Grand Marshal of the Homecoming Parade to be held on October 6. Harrison is a 1951 graduate and longtime supporter of Peru State College. “I’m very, very honored and thrilled to be named the Grand Marshal for Peru State College Homecoming,” said Harrison. “Peru State means a great deal to me and I’ve enjoyed volunteering and being a part of the College throughout the years.” Homecoming week is set to be a busy week for Harrison, who will be turning 90 and honored on Saturday, Oct. 6, in the Homecoming Parade. As Grand Marshal, he will also be performing the coin toss for the homecoming football game vs. Baker University at 2 p.m. Harrison started attending Peru State College in 1949 and was involved in chorus, band and was a member of the Music Educators Conference, now known as the National Association for Music Education. Graduating in 1951 with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Harrison went on to obtain a master’s degree in education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He then served in the U.S. Army for two years, before eventually taking a position with Air Products and Chemicals Inc. and moving to California where he spent the next 39 years in the airline industry. Even while living in California, Harrison maintained his connection to Peru State through multiple organizations, including the Northern California Alumni chapter, where he served twice as president, and the Southern California PSC Alumni chapter, where he served once as president. In 2000, Harrison retired from United Airlines and returned home to Shenandoah to be near family and friends once more. However, he still travels extensively throughout the United States, taking five to seven trips per year. Harrison never forgets his Peru State roots. He’s established not just the Walter and Lillian Harrison scholarship in memory of his parents, but also the C. Carlos Harrison alumni fund to create a usable, effective alumni house and assist with alumni activities. Harrison has assisted with calling legislators and constituents to raise awareness of Peru State College and assisted the Foundation work, with other alumni, to keep Peru State in Peru when there was once the possibility of moving to Nebraska City. Harrison is also a member of the Peru State 1867 Society and the PSC National Alumni Association Board of Directors. He regularly volunteers to help with Freshman Moving Day, alumni activities such as the Chili Feed, Homecoming and student projects like the Phi Alpha Theta Oral History Documentary. ### Alexa Cline contributed to this release.

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Peru State College awards degrees to 44 in August

Peru State College awards degrees to 44 in August SEP 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – After dedicating a long summer to their work, 44 students have been awarded degrees by Peru State College and its President, Dr. Dan Hanson, under the authority of the Nebraska State College System. Of that total, the College has granted bachelor’s degrees to 20 of the students with another 24 completing graduate degrees. Summer 2018 Undergraduate Degrees Awarded Bachelor of Science Name

Major

Abts, Gabriel James

Honors

City

State

Psychology

Laurel

Duran Lopez, Francisco Javier

Biochemical Science

Omaha

Garcia, Sandy Jo

Psychology

Strasburg

Grantski, Taida

Business Administration – Management

Crete

McCann, Mason

Criminal Justice – Administration

Waterloo

Mosqueda, Jo Anna M.

Criminal Justice – Counseling

Lincoln

Prososki, Nicholas J.

Criminal Justice – Administration

Gretna

Recker, Paige

Business Administration – Management

Dodge

Rowell, Delray

Computer Management Information Systems

Lincoln

VanDeWalle, Sarah Elizabeth

Criminal Justice – Administration

Aurora

Watson, Heather

Computer Management Information Systems

Lincoln

Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor of Applied Science Dawson, James R.

Business Administration – Management

Lincoln

Parshinskikh, Diana

Business Administration – Management

Charleston

Fidler, Sandra L.

Business Administration – Management

Bellevue

Gatchell, Joseph T.

Business Administration – Management

Blackstone

Hunter, Quantice

Business Administration – Management

Elgin

Jarzynka, Luciana Crystal

Business Administration – Management

Lincoln

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Cum Laude

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Peru State College awards degrees to 44 in August

Kieler, Hope Katheryn

Business Administration – Management

Peru

Meye, Jennifer J.

Business Administration – Management

Ogallala

Thomas, Phillip D.

Business Administration – Management

Aurora

Summa Cum Laude

Summer 2018 Graduate Degrees Awarded Master of Science in Education Archer, Derek Dwight

Curriculum and Instruction

Council Bluffs

Ayers, Jason

Curriculum and Instruction

Norfolk

Bosworth, Martha Carole

Curriculum and Instruction

Bennington

Brown, Kacey Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Cum Laude

Papillion

Coy, Mega B

Curriculum and Instruction

Cum Laude

Plattsmouth

Dittmer, Rebecca L.

Curriculum and Instruction

Cum Laude

Lincoln

Dunekacke, Taylor Gene

Curriculum and Instruction

Summa Cum Laude

Humboldt

Featherstone, Anthony Dean

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Goodman, Chelsea Leigh

Curriculum and Instruction

Elkhorn

Graybill, Megan E.

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus

Hafera, Paul Elder

Curriculum and Instruction

King George

Hollenbeck, Kelsee Lynn

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

Holman, Kassandra Diane

Curriculum and Instruction

Nebraska City

Horner, Nathan Edward

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

McVey, Wade Kellen

Curriculum and Instruction

Papillion

O’Neill-Cole, Sally Ann

Curriculum and Instruction

Scribner

Palmer, Allie M

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Rickert, Jenna Marie

Curriculum and Instruction

Omaha

Sansone-Wilcox, Tuyetvan Virginia

Curriculum and Instruction

Gothenburg

Simodynes, Vincent James

Curriculum and Instruction

Gretna

Stieren, Molly Jo

Curriculum and Instruction

Gretna

Whitaker, Kelsey Anne

Curriculum and Instruction

Land O Lakes

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/awardsdegreesto44inaugust.html

Magna Cum Laude

Summa Cum Laude

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Peru State College awards degrees to 44 in August

Master of Science in Organizational Management Cunningham, Daniel W.

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Decatur

Dvorak, Jessica Kay

Entrepreneurial and Economic Development

Pierce

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Campus Activity Board holds Oakstock

Campus Activity Board holds Oakstock SEP 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State celebrated its annual Oakstock music festival on September 7. Artists Ya Boi KT, Jadyn Keller and The Beat Seekers performed. Oakstock is hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB). Student Activities Coordinator Crystal Hutson said, "Oakstock this year was great! CAB decided to host the event on a Friday night this year and we had over 120 students attend the event." "Similar to last year, we brought in local Nebraska music artists and students expressed really enjoying Lincoln native, Jaydn Keller. Next year CAB hopes to expand the event further by creating an event that feels more like a music festival. The hope is to incorporate more local artists and other fun activities to enhance the event." Oakstock was started in 2008 by Black Student Union, but continues the concert experiences held on campus over the past decades. CAB has been hosting Oakstock for the past several years. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Ya Boi KT is currently living in Lincoln, Nebraska. His first mixtape, Crash Course, was released while he attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. After his graduation in December 2014, Ya Boi KT headlined four shows in Lincoln and opened for Joey Fatts and Nappy Roots. He has also organized a music group, Hot Husker Hooligans, with his friends. According to his official website www.yaboikt.com, Ya Boi KT said, “My dream is to create music for a living, to where I can reach more people as I go along. I can now say that I’ve found my true passion, and I honestly love it! Find your shine in whatever you decide you want to do in life, and never, NEVER let anything nor anyone stop you from chasing down that dream!” Ya Boi KT at Peru State. Jadyn Keller is a high school student at Lincoln Northeast. She has been performing in musicals since age 10, and she is now involved with her high school’s show choir and chamber choir. Since launching her music career, she has finished two Extended Plays (EPs) and has released two official music videos. Her newest album, No Make Believe, was released in 2017. Keller also released in a song with Ya Boi KT, entitled “Break Away”. From Omaha, Nebraska, the resistance rock ‘n’ roll band The Beat Seekers performed at Oakstock in 2017. The band formed in 2009 and have released four records throughout their career. Their songs have premiered in 90210, One Tree Hill and Shameless. The Beat Seekers consists of lead singer and guitarist Keith Fertwagner, bassist and vocalist Earl Skow, guitarist and vocalist Brennan Moran, and drummer A.J. Bishop. > Campus Activity Board members and The Beat Seekers. For more information about events on campus, visit CAB’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/PSCCAB) or contact Crystal Hutson at chutson@peru.edu. ### Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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Campus Activity Board holds Oakstock

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:30 PM

Peru State College hosts Ken Alvine’s Vintage Art Collection

Peru State College hosts Ken Alvine’s Vintage Art Collection SEP 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College is hosting to Ken Alvine’s Vintage Art Collection. The Collection is on display Peru State Art Gallery in the AV Larson building from September 3 to September 28, 2018. The Gallery is free and open to the public Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or by appointment. To make an appointment, contact Miranda Pollock at mpollock@peru.edu. In total, the collection includes over 100 pieces of artwork from the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s depicting some of the iconic styles in hand designed marketing advertisements of the time. Fans of the vintage style may be interested in the exclusive visit with Paul Fell and collection owner Ken Alvine on Wednesday, September 26 at 9:30 a.m. Alvine is a graduate from the University of Washington in Seattle and The Art Institute of Colorado, owner of Creative Comics Production, and the publisher and producer of comic products. His work as graphic designer on the Boeing 747 project, a plan that saw one of the world’s most iconic airplanes undergo the transformation into a moving art experience, is one particularly notable feat of Alvine’s. Other remarkable achievements of Ken Alvine’s include is winning of several Addy Awards from South Dakota Advertising Federation and the National Cartoonists Society Tim Rosenthal award, as well as his honoring in the 2017 National FEMA awards for writing and illustrating three children’s safety books. Nine select pieces of artwork from Ken Alvine’s Vintage Gallery A multi-layered sample of artwork from Ken Alvine’s collection. ### Alexa Cline contributed to this release.

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Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s “Road Trip” homecoming on Oct. 5 weekend

Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s “Road Trip” homecoming on Oct. 5 weekend SEP 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College and its President, Dr. Dan Hanson, cordially invite all area residents to the College campus for this year’s traditional homecoming celebration, titled “Road Trip," on Friday, October 6.

Dr. Hanson commented, "The communities of southeast Nebraska are wonderful partners and supporters of Peru State College. We would like for all of our friends and neighbors to come to campus and celebrate our partnership by enjoying the homecoming festivities and meeting our students, faculty, and staff." A schedule of activities:

Friday, Oct. 5

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. - Alumni Reunion Registration - Library

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Guided group campus tours for alumni and friends of the College - Departing from Library

4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. - Reception for Alumni Celebrating Milestone Reunions - President’s home

6 p.m. - All-College Dinner with Special Reunion Recognition - Student Center

8 p.m. - Bonfire and Pep Rally

Saturday, Oct. 6

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Alumni Reunion Registration - Library

8:30 a.m. - Parade Line-Up

10 a.m. - Homecoming Parade - Downtown Peru

Free and open to the public. Registration to be in the parade is available at www.peru.edu/homecoming.

10:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Tailgate and Carnival - Campus Quad

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Region invited to celebrate Peru State’s “Road Trip” homecoming on Oct. 5 weekend

Free and open to the public. The tailgate - providing 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. Attendees can anticipate a great deal of other activities for the 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.

1 p.m. - 1867 Society Reception - Administration Building

2 p.m. - Football - The Oak Bowl

Halftime - Pep Band performance and Coronation of Homecoming King and Queen - The Oak Bowl

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Alexa Cline contributed to this release.

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12/11/23, 4:38 PM

Step One Recognition for Peru Day Care

Step One Recognition for Peru Day Care SEP 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - The Peru Day Care achieved their Step One Recognition with Nebraska’s Step Up to Quality Program. The Step Up to Quality Program is a child care rating and improvement system. To achieve Step One Recognition, a child care program must complete orientation, complete the program application, and enter their director and staff into the Step Up record system.id="attachment_10816" align="" width="300" Step Up to Quality Logo The Peru Day Care is a non-profit corporation that provides quality child care for infants and children ages six weeks to thirteen years. Licensed by the State of Nebraska, the center seeks to exceed all federal, state, and local standards pertaining to child care facilities. The Peru Day Care is also part of the Child Care Partnership and funded by Sixpence, a 2015 State Legislature program. Only six other daycares in Nebraska participate in the Child Care Partnerships. For more information about the Peru Day Care, visit www.peru.edu/daycare, or contact Peru Day Care Director Ashley Parrish at 402872-7635. ###

Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Peru State College nationally ranked among most affordable accredited online colleges

Peru State College nationally ranked among most affordable accredited online colleges SEP 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - There are over 7,500 colleges and universities in the United States, but only 15 had the honor of being ranked among CollegeAtlas’s list of 2018’s Most Affordable Accredited Online Colleges and Universities. Peru State College was named 13th in the nation. The high placement comes only after being evaluated on 17 different data points, each one related to one of the three major ranking categories: accessibility, affordability and academic quality. Considered to be a digital encyclopedia of higher education with a “guidance counselor twist,” CollegeAtlas has released their list in hopes of helping prospective college students, parents and returning adult students get the information they need about the best possible schools for them. For more information, visit collegeatlas.org/most-affordable-accredited-online-colleges for the complete, definitive list of rankings. The CollegeAtlas badge for Most Affordable Online Colleges. ### Alexa Cline contributed to this press release.

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12/11/23, 4:36 PM

Physical Educations students learn and kayak at Duck Creek

Physical Educations students learn and kayak at Duck Creek SEP 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Kinesiology majors and health and physical education majors were able to escape the typical classroom, in favor of taking a trip to Duck Creek Recreational Lake. The experience was arranged in partnership with WoggWorks Kayaking and led by Dr. Frank Lynott, professor of Health, Physical Education and Recreation.

Chris and Walt Vosicka, the owners of the kayaking service, have family ties to Peru State College, and were happy to help bring students to southeast Nebraska’s newest recreational site. There they taught basic kayak skills, as well as the benefits of kayaking.

Lynott was looking to expose students to alternative forms of recreation and exercise opportunities, saying, “Not everyone is motivated by team competition or team sports.”

“So it’s important that future physical educators are exposed to alternative exercise opportunities, in the hope that they may be able to provide others with something that will motivate healthy recreation and exercise.”

Both the Vosikas and Lynott have reported the event was a great success and would like to work more with each other, as well as the whole of Peru State College, in the near future.

Dr. Frank Lynott kayaking with one of his students.

A student passes his professor, Dr. Lynott, out on the water.

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Rural Health Opportunities Program now accepting applications

Rural Health Opportunities Program now accepting applications SEP 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College has officially opened online applications for the Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP) in conjunction with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). Applications will be accepted through November 15th, giving students plenty of time to apply.

Candidates must come from a rural background and plan to enter a health related profession. RHOP’s intended purpose is recruiting and educating students from rural communities. Students will be strongly encouraged and expected to practice in the rural areas of Nebraska.

Peru State now has early admissions programs with four UNMC colleges, including three seats in the pharmacy program, four seats in the nursing program, three seats in the physician assistant program, three in medical laboratory science, two in physical therapy and two in radiography. A separate program exists for juniors with the College of Public Health, the Public Health Early Admissions Student Track (PHEAST).

If selected as a participant in the program each student will:

Receive a full tuition waiver while enrolled at Peru State, provided the student maintains good standing within the RHOP program standards. Be given acceptance to the UNMC after their completion of Peru State pre-professional curriculum. Follow a special curriculum at Peru State that will prepare the student for studies at UNMC. Have recognition of their desire to become a health care professional.

Each provisionally admitted student will also 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

To apply, please visit www.peru.edu/rhop

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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September and October music events announced

September and October music events announced SEP 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Once more, the fall semester is looking to be packed with musical events intended to entertain Peru State College and its surrounding community, while simultaneously displaying the undeniable talents of its students. This year, however, will be extra special, as it will include the Grand Opening of the College’s new Performing Arts Center (PAC).

Many of the college’s students have been awaiting the arrival of the new theater with bated breath.

Velma Hauck, a junior at Peru State, who is involved in Women’s Choir, is among this group of individuals, reporting that, “The women’s choir has an amazing repertoire that we’re working on to debut in the new Performing Arts Center, this October.”

Junior and saxophonist in the Peru State Concert/Pep Band and the Hoyt Street Jazz Ensemble, Jared Koelzer, added, “It is an amazing to be a part of the music department at Peru State.”

“So many talented and interesting people make up the program, and the work and effort put in is returned back on concert day in an amazing way. The great support from faculty and community makes everything feel even more rewarding.”

A schedule of activities:

September 2018

Thursday, Sept. 27 – Music Convocation, 11:00 a.m. Jindra Fine Arts, Benford Recital Hall (102)

October 2018

Thursday, Oct. 4 – Music Convocation, 11:00 a.m. Jindra Fine Arts, Benford Recital Hall (102)

Thursday, Oct. 11 – Jazz on the Green feat. Hoyt Street Jazz, 11:30 a.m. Jindra Fine Arts Patio – Free admission; Food & Beverage provided by Creative Dining Services

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September and October music events announced

Thursday, Oct. 18 – Student Recital, 11:00 a.m. Hindra Fine Arts, Benford Recital Hall (102) – Free Admission

Tuesday-Wednesday, Oct. 23-24 – 47th Annual Show Choice Festival Performing Arts Center, All day

Thursday, Oct. 25 – Music Convocation, 11:00 a.m. Jindra Fine Arts, Benford Recital Hall (102)

Thursday, Oct. 25 – CONCERT: Performing Arts Center Grand Opening feat. Women’s Concert Chorale, 7:00 p.m. Performing Arts Center – Free Admission

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12/11/23, 4:38 PM

Staged Reading 10-Minute Play Festival Jindra Black Box Theatre

Staged Reading 10-Minute Play Festival Jindra Black Box Theatre SEP 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Continuing for the second consecutive year, the Peru State Theatre Company will present the 10-Minute Play Festival. The Festival is a student directed (and partially student written) staged reading of 10-minute plays, performing October 2-7 in the Jindra Black Box Theatre.

The festival will allow several students to try out the role of a director. Directors will select the pieces performed. All of which, will center around comedies about communication, relationships and holding your breath.

President of the Peru Theater Company, Amelia Roth, commented on the production and its meaning to her and her peers, stating, “We have worked on some similar projects before. It’s a really cool format and it gives great opportunities for student directors to take a crack at it.”

Performance dates:

October 2 at 7:30 p.m. October 3 at 7:30 p.m. October 4 at 5:30 p.m. October 5 at 7:30 p.m. October 6 at 7:30 p.m. October 7 at 2:30 p.m.

Ticket prices are $10 for general admission and $5 for other students and senior citizens. Tickets are free for students, faculty and staff of Peru State College,

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Staged Reading 10-Minute Play Festival Jindra Black Box Theatre

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Peru State College alumni, Rachel Henry, announced winner of the 2018 Inspire Award

Peru State College alumni, Rachel Henry, announced winner of the 2018 Inspire Award SEP 21, 2018 Rachel Henry. Photo courtesy of the Lincoln Journal-Star.

Peru, Nebraska - Feeding 44 founder and Peru State College alumni, Rachel Henry, has been announced this year’s winner for the Inspire Award of Excellence in Business. Henry is a senior marketing consultant with Unanimous. The awards were created by the Lincoln Journal-Star to celebrate women who have excelled in their professional lives and are considered leaders and role models of the community. The 4th Annual Inspire Awards were announced on September 12th at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Unanimous writes, "As a board member at VolunteerLinc, an organization that focuses on maximizing the positive impact of local volunteerism, volunteers her time on their fundraising and marketing efforts." "Most recently, as a part of her MBA program, she provided pro bono consulting for the Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska," Unanimous continues. "She helped with an initiative to enhance their messaging and develop a platform for story sharing opportunities across Nebraska." "The approach encourages Girl Scouts members to share personal stories focused on how the organization has impacted their lives and helped them to build leadership skills, courage, confidence, and character." Henry received her bachelors in business management from Peru State College. During her time in Peru she founded Feeding 44, a partnership between Peru State College and the Food Bank of Lincoln that distributes food once a month. Today, the program remains active as a student-led organization and has served more than 9,000 people in need. Read more about Rachel Henry at https://www.beunanimous.com/unanimous-blog/rachel-henry-announced-2018-inspireaward-winner ### Alexa Cline contributed to this press release.

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12/11/23, 4:27 PM

Constitution Day celebrated at Peru State

Constitution Day celebrated at Peru State SEP 21, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- The Founding Fathers signed the United States Constitution in Philadelphia 231 years ago. Peru State’s Phi Alpha Theta celebrated the anniversary, Constitution Day, by hosting a competition among students and faculty members.

Students and faculty members were invited to create teams of one to three people. Each team took a short, ten-question quiz about the Constitution. The student and faculty teams who answered the most questions in the fastest time received prizes.

The winning student team members were Bailey Bitz (Ravenna, NE), Andrea Jackson (Franklin, NE), and Danni Harder (Beatrice, NE). They each received a $25 Casey’s gift card. The winning staff team members were Adam Neveau, director of residence life, and Sergio Portesan, assistant director of residence life. They each had a “constitutional” breakfast delivered to their office by Phi Alpha Theta members.

Dr. Sara Crook, a faculty advisor for Phi Alpha Theta, said, “Constitution Day provides us with a grand opportunity to reflect on a document that has served us well for 229 years. Although not a perfect document, as Hamilton predicted, we have amended & adapted through the years.”

“Despite whatever issues that may divide us, the United States stills remains a model of democracy. It is important that as citizens we know how our system works so that it truly can be a representative democracy. ”

Peru State’s Phi Alpha Theta chapter 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.

For more information about Constitution Day or Peru State’s Phi Alpha Theta chapter, contact Dr. Sara Crook at scrook@peru.edu or Dr. Justin Pfeifer at jpfeifer@peru.edu. ###

Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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12/11/23, 4:34 PM

Phi Epsilon Kappa workout commemorates 9/11

Phi Epsilon Kappa workout commemorates 9/11 SEP 21, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Students from Phi Epsilon Kappa hosted a commemorative workout in honor of September 11. Dr. Kyle Ryan, the faculty advisor for Phi Epsilon Kappa, said, “For many of us, there exists an America before September 11 and an America after September 11. The 9/11 commemorative workout came to be following a discussion among members of Phi Epsilon Kappa where it was pointed out that soon we will have students at Peru State College that were born after 9/11. “Not only that, we will soon have students that have never known an America not at war. This event exists to raise awareness of that day, and also so that people never forget.” Those who participated in the workout completed nine exercise stations, performing eleven repetitions of each exercise. Participants completed the stations twice to honor both Trade Center towers. Phi Epsilon Student President Bailey Kuhlmann said, “I think it is important that Phi Epsilon Kappa hosts a workout in remembrance of 9/11. It is a tiny sacrifice for not only those people who lost their lives, but for their families as well. Many of us think about the people who are gone, but we also have to remember they have loved ones who are still suffering by their absence.” Phi Epsilon Kappa is an organization at Peru State for educational and charitable purposes as a non-profit organization dedicated to advancement of those educational interest areas of Physical Education, Health, Recreation, Dance, Human Performance, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, and Sports Management. For more information about the 9/11 workout or Peru State’s Phi Epsilon Kappa chapter, contact Dr. Kyle Ryan at kryan@peru.edu. ### Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/phiepsilonkappaworkoutcommemorates911.html

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2018 Homecoming Court announced

2018 Homecoming Court announced OCT 1, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State College announced its 2018 Homecoming Court. Royalty will be crowned during halftime of the football game on Saturday, October 6. Candidates, selected by the student body, will be featured in the annual homecoming parade that will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 6 in downtown Peru. The Peru State vs. Baker University football game will begin at 2 p.m. in the Oak Bowl. The coronation of the king and queen will be held at halftime. 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 for free.

Peru State Homecoming Court for 2018, left to right: Phillip Hensarling, Danni Harder, Justin Pool, Julia Zurek, Dan Boshart, Kaylee Gill, Tanner Fischer, Destiny Worthey, Sean Gaskill, Julia Schultheiss, Anthony De Abreu, Sydney Armbruster, Trey Nelson, Shianna Oestrich and Tyler Harms. Emily Whipple is not pictured. Homecoming Court members are listed below along with their hometowns. Queen Candidates Sydney Armbruster - Falls City, NE Kaylee Gill - Homer, NE Shianna Oestrich - Norfolk, NE Emily Whipple - Lincoln, NE Destiny Worthey - Humboldt, NE King Candidates Dan Boshart - Wood River, NE Anthony De Abreu - Caracas, Venezuela Tanner Fischer, Hartington, NE Shawn Gaskill - Coldwater, MI Trey Nelson - Lincoln, NE Freshmen Representatives Danni Harder - Beatrice, NE Phillip Hensarling - Broken Bow, NE Sophomore Representatives Tyler Harms - Falls City, NE Julia Schultheiss - Pawnee City, NE

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/homecomingcourt2018.html

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2018 Homecoming Court announced

Junior Representatives Justin Pool - Holton, KS Julia Zurek - Louisville, NE ###

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12/11/23, 4:42 PM

Peru State plans workforce development discussion in Falls City

Peru State plans workforce development discussion in Falls City OCT 8, 2018

Falls City, Nebraska – Peru State College, in conjunction with its sister schools in the Nebraska State College System, will be holding a roundtable in Falls City to discuss rural workforce needs. This discussion of high-need occupations will be held on Wednesday, October 10 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Falter Museum. The Nebraska State College System is developing an initiative to address rural workforce needs for high-need occupations throughout the state. In preliminary conversations with the Governor, he expressed interest in gathering more information. As part of this information gathering process, Presidents from the College are visiting with rural business and industry leaders around the state.id="attachment_11114" align="" width="300" Logo for the NebraskaFWD initiative.The Proposed Program: 1. The Nebraska State College System is requesting state finding in support of a strategic initiative titled “Nebraska FWD (Future Workforce Development).” The initiative would assist in: 1. Developing qualified rural workforce for high-need occupations throughout the state. 2. Expanding student access to higher education. 3. Increasing higher education affordability and decreasing debt associated with college attendance.

2. The requested funding would be used to target scholarships for students in programs that address identified rural workforce needs: 1. Areas of need identified by the Nebraska Department of Labor. 2. Areas of need identified through roundtable discussions with business and industry leaders.

3. Community roundtables will be held across Nebraska during the fall of 2018 to: 1. Share the NSCS initiative with the larger community. 2. Explore potential areas of rural workforce need with community leaders, with the goal of graduating more students in strategically selected programs aligned to workforce needs. 3. Identify the level of support for the initiative and possible partnership, opportunities for students through internships, experiential learning, or other job-focused engagement.

Peru State College will be holding similar forums in several nearby communities.

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Homecoming Building Decoration Awards are announced

Homecoming Building Decoration Awards are announced OCT 9, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - The awards for Peru State College's annual Homecoming Building Decoration Awards were announced late last week. This year's theme was "Roadtrip" and each building took on a different location to celebrate. The Administrative building decorated to resemble Washington D.C. Mayors Award: Team work! – AV Larson for California and Hollywood Collaboration between students and staff Nailed the Theme: Spot On! – Morgan Hall for Florida and Disney World Creatively expressed theme, “Road Trip” and building destination True Blue: Abundance of Peru Blue! – CATS for Colorado skiing Most amount of Peru Blue used in decoration Bobcat Best: Bobcat Pride – Campus Services for Louisiana's Mardi Gras Most liked overall by judges High Five: Shout Out! – Delzell Hall for San Diego Zoo Good effort Founder’s:The Early Years – We Remember! – Student Center for Nebraska Tying in history of Peru State College The Oak Award: Mighty Good! – Jindra Fine Arts for Broadway Met expectations of theme and destination The Acorn Award:Going Places! – Administration Building for Washington D.C.> Met expectations of destination Grand Marshall Award: Royalty Loyalty! – Hoyt Science Building for the Georgia Aquarium Best liked by student judges Roadie: Life is a Highway! – Library for Texas Incorporated most road, signs, travel decorations Caution: Cats at Work! – Al Wheeler Activity Center for Hawaii Superb construction work Picture Perfect: Say Cheese! – TJ Majors for Las Vegas Most likely to be a photo opportunity, most interactive for audience T.J. Majors celebrated the roadtrip theme by taking visitors on a journey to Las Vegas. The committee in charge of the annual contest included Jari Dunecacke, Elaine Hanson, Crystal Hutson, Brenda Lutz and Todda Wren.

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Whipple and Boshart crowned 2018 Homecoming Queen and King

Whipple and Boshart crowned 2018 Homecoming Queen and King OCT 9, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Emily Whipple (Lincoln, NE) and Dan Boshart (Wood River, NE) were crowned Queen and King of the 2018 Homecoming court during halftime of the Peru State College football game. The seniors were crowned by President Dan Hanson, First Lady Elaine Hanson and 2017’s Homecoming queen, Nichole Osborn (Omaha, NE). The winners were elected by the Peru State student body.

Dan Boshart and Emily Whipple.

Emily Whipple is majoring in Middle Grades Education with a mathematics endorsement and a minor in psychology. She is Captain of the Women’s Golf Team, where she was named a Google Cloud Academic All-America® and the winner of the Heart of America’s Larry Lady Scholarship.

Other on-campus involvement includes serving as a resident assistant, a student-leader with Christian Student Fellowship, studentleader with Fellowship of Christian Athletes and past-president of the Peru State Education Association. Whipple is also a Student Ambassador, member of Campus Activities Board (CAB) and the Student Athletic Advisory Council. She is a member of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, the Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honor Society and the Phi Chi International Honor Society of Psychology.

Whipple’s future plans are to graduate and become a middle school math teacher. She is the daughter of Eric and Laurie Whipple.

Dan Boshart is majoring in Social Science Education. He is a member of the football team where he was named Heart of America Athletic Conference’s Dr. LeRoy Walker Champions of Character award winner.

Boshart is also a semifinalist for the 2018 William V. Campbell Trophy. He was also the only Heart Conference nominee and the only Nebraskan nominee to the 2018 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. He will be a two-time Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete.

Boshart is presently serving as the president of the Student Athlete Advisory Council and is also a leader in Christian Student Fellowship and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Boshart’s future plans are to student-teach next fall, begin his teaching career, and someday to start a family in central Nebraska. He is the son of Craig and Karla Boshart.

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12/11/23, 4:36 PM

Peru State reschedules grand opening of Performing Arts Center

Peru State reschedules grand opening of Performing Arts Center OCT 15, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College has announced that its late October grand opening for the Performing Arts Center has been postponed until spring 2019. The College has tentatively identified Friday, May, 3, 2019, as the date of the rescheduled event.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, wrote the campus community, “Recent record rains have made it clear the Sesquicentennial Plaza will not be completed in time. We would like to celebrate as a community when the project is fully completed.”

Donors and key stakeholders were contacted about the change late last week with postcards scheduled to be sent to nearby residents will be sent out later this week.

Work continues inside the historic theatre.

What will be remodeled into the Performing Arts Center was originally built in 1921 and the theatre retains the sweeping curves of the time period. The new addition includes a new main and second floor lobby, costume and props workshops, dressing rooms, a green room, new bathrooms and an extended stage.

The Sesquicentennial Plaza will also be added to celebrate the College’s founding 150 years ago in 1867. The Plaza will ost outdoor events and a Cat in the Hat bronze sculpture. The Cat in the Hat sculpture is in honor of the years of Dr. Seuss activities held on campus by Peru State education students.

New facades grace the western wall of the theatre. The facades, Windows to the Past, were sculpted by Jay Tschetter. They reflect photographs gathered for the sesquicentennial book project, Nebraska’s First College.

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12/11/23, 4:25 PM

Peru State College’s Art Gallery hosts “Sugar Coated” by Professor Susan Moore

Peru State College’s Art Gallery hosts “Sugar Coated” by Professor Susan Moore OCT 18, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru State College Art Gallery is hosting a new art show titled “Sugar Coated”. The featured work was created by Susan Moore, Peru State assistant professor of art, and will be on display until Oct. 26th.

The Peru State Gallery’s hours are 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Moore writes of the show, “My underlying focus in this collection is to translate the temporal delight of food into the more during satisfaction of painting.”

“I manipulate scale, saturation, composition, realism and illusion to emphasize the subject matter and communicate the sensations of indulgence.”

Before her employment at Peru State, Moore was a Lead Studio Instructor at the University of North Texas where she taught Drawing and Design courses and obtained her MFA. She was also a Teaching Assistant at Iowa State University, the college that granted her a Bachelors of Fine Arts.

Moore has held many exhibitions across the United States and has participated in an international exchange program with China. Her areas of interest include painting, drawing, mixed media, and photography.

To view Peru State’s previous art shows, see peru.edu/artgallery.

One of Susan Moore’s works of art from “Sugar Coated.”

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Peru State College to host 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair

Peru State College to host 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair OCT 18, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College will host the 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair on October 24. The Fair will be held on campus in the Student Center’s Live Oak Room from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Students and people from across southeast Nebraska are encouraged to attend.id="attachment_11206" align="" width="300" 2018 Southeast Nebraska Career Fair Representatives from nineteen businesses around southeast Nebraska will visit with students about potential job opportunities. Participating businesses include: Ambassador Health-Sidney Better Living Counseling Boy Scouts of America, Cornhusker Council Boys Town Cass County Sheriff’s Office CJ Foods, Inc. Clarinda Academy Fastenal Gleim Exam Prep J.J. Palmtag, Inc. Johnson-Brock Public School Marine Corps Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Nebraska State Patrol Peru State College - Graduate Programs Sandhills Publishing Spreetail U.S. Army Recruiter

For more information, visit www.peru.edu/careerfair/ or contact Jamie Eberly at jeberly@peru.edu or (402) 872-2436. ###

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12/11/23, 4:36 PM

Peru State College ranked nationally for best online Business Management program

Peru State College ranked nationally for best online Business Management program OCT 19, 2018

San Francisco - Affordable Colleges Online (ACO) has released their seventh annual higher education rankings, recognizing Peru State College for its outstanding online business management program. Peru State ranked nineteenth nationally among other accredited, 4year institutions in Best Online Business Programs for the 2018-2019 school year.

Dan Schuessler, CEO and Founder of AffordableCollegesOnline.org said, “These schools are going above and beyond the industry to help make online education programs more accessible and affordable.”

Peru State was the only college in Nebraska ranked in the top 25.id="attachment_11008" align="" width="177" The AC Online badget for Best Online Business Management Degrees. For the complete ranking visit https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/degrees/business-management-programs/#4-year-best-college-ranking ###

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Bindle meets Melania Trump as part of SADD National Council

Bindle meets Melania Trump as part of SADD National Council OCT 25, 2018 Bailey Bindle with First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump.

Peru, Nebraska - This summer, Peru State's Bailey Bindle attended the “SADD Gives Back” conference in Washington D.C. While attending the conference, 17 students were selected to meet the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, (while she was on her “Be Best” campaign) — and Bindle was one of them. When the FLOTUS arrived, volunteers were creating tie blankets, Bindle writes, “She [Trump] looked around the room and headed straight for me, she wanted to know what we were doing, so I told her." "Then she wanted to know how to make a tie blanket, so I showed her. I thought to myself ‘I am literally teaching the First Lady of the United States how to make a tie blanket’.” Bindle is a member of the 2017-2018 SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) National College Advisory Council. She serves as the organization’s National Vice President of Communications. ###

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12/11/23, 4:30 PM

Hayes recognized as Volunteer of the Year

Hayes recognized as Volunteer of the Year OCT 25, 2018

Auburn, Nebraska- Peru State’s Danny Hayes, and his wife Nikki Hayes, were recognized as volunteers of the year on Monday, October 15, during the Auburn Chamber of Commerce banquet. Danny Hayes, a criminal justice professor at Peru State, volunteers for Nemaha County Feeding 44 and helps raise funds for Peru State scholarships. He also works with the American Criminal Justice Association. Nikki Hayes works on the board for Nemaha County Extension and runs Earth & Owl Yoga in Auburn. Her and Danny are also cofounders of Aunt Bea’s Apiary. The Auburn Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Greiner said, “It is with love in their hearts that they strive to make this world a better place for future generations.” Danny Hayes ###

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Peru State Admissions to host third annual Tour-n-Tailgate

Peru State Admissions to host third annual Tour-n-Tailgate OCT 29, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College Admissions will be hosting its third annual Tour-n-Tailgate on November 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for potential students. The event will occur before the Peru State Bobcats take on Benedictine College 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 celebrated 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. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-866-863-7620. ###

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Peru State and Johnson-Brock Elementary collaborate on Social Studies Fair

Peru State and Johnson-Brock Elementary collaborate on Social Studies Fair OCT 29, 2018 Best Visual Presentation, Chloe Vice; Fourth Place, Brooklyn Buchmeier ; Third Place, Bristan Blecha; Second Place, Kolbi Davis; First Place, Christopher Melvin. Missing from the picture is Caleb Roush, Best Oral Presentation.

Johnson, Nebraska – Sixth grade students at Johnson–Brock Elementary School participated in a Social Studies Fair on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. The Fair is an annual event involving the students from Education 326, Social Studies Methods, taught by Dr. Anthony Citrin at Peru State College. Peru State College Social Studies Methods students work with individual elementary students for approximately a seven week period prior to the Fair. A part of the preparation for the Fair includes bringing, Johnson–Brock students to the Peru State library for a research experience. As part of this field trip, each student receives a Peru State library card. This year’s event involved twenty-six sixth-grade students and seventeen Peru State College students. Peru State College has been offering these Fairs through the School of Education for about thirty years. A reception for parents and students was also held at 6:30 in the evening and included an awards ceremony at 7:00. The prizes included first, second, third and fourth place trophies, plus silver medals for best oral and best visual presentations. Chloe Vice won Best Visual Presentation. Caleb Roush was awarded Best Oral Presentation. Christopher Melvin took first place and Kolbi Davis was second. Bristan Blecha took third place and Brooklyn Buchmeier was fourth. ###

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12/11/23, 4:27 PM

Criminal Justice Students Win 13 Trophies at Competition

Criminal Justice Students Win 13 Trophies at Competition OCT 29, 2018

Lee's Summit, Missouri- Four Peru State students attended the 2018 Regional American Criminal Justice Association/Lambda Alpha Epsilon (ACJA/LAE) Conference in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, from October 18 to 21. Danny Hayes, instructor of criminal justice, and Dr. Amber Mahan, assistant professor of criminal justice, accompanied the students to the conference. Both professors are advisors for Peru State’s chapter of ACJA/LAE, Kappa Omicron Rho. LAE is a national criminal justice honor’s society. The conference participants spoke with K-9 Officers from local police departments to learn about their training processes and the capabilities of the K-9s in the field. The participants also witnessed a demonstration from the K-9 Officers. Conference participants also had the chance to compete in written examinations (criminal law, police management, juvenile justice, corrections and LAE knowledge), a crime scene investigation, firearms and physical agility competition. The participants were split into three categories: a lower division for students with under 70 credit hours; an upper division for students with over 70 credit hours; and a professional division. Those who placed within the top three in their category were recognized and received a trophy. Peru State College participants earned 13 regional trophies this year. Peru State’s Kappa Omicron Rho also earned the Top Percentage Award, which is given based on the average trophy points earned per chapter member attending the conference. From left to right, Danny Hayes, Hailey Bouwens, Dylan Rotert, Samantha Daake, JT Lonnborg and Dr. Amber Mahan. Samantha Daake (Beatrice, NE), Hailey Bouwens (Lincoln, NE) and JT Lonnborg (West Palm Beach, FL) won third place in the upper student division for the team Crime Scene examination. (each student’s major) Dr. Amber Mahan, Prof. Danny Hayes, and Dylan Rotert (Lincoln, NE) won first place in the professional division of the team Crime Scene examination. Dylan Rotert (Lincoln, NE) won third place in the upper student division of the Juvenile Justice Exam. Dr. Amber Mahan won first place in the professional division of Physical Agility Female Age 26-35 and third place in the professional division of Juvenile Justice Exam. Danny Hayes competed in the professional division and won first in the Physical Agility Male Age 36 and Over; third in the Policing Exam; second in the Corrections Exam; second in the Juvenile Justice Exam; second in the LAE Knowledge Exam; first in the Criminal Law Exam; and received the Top Academic Award for the conference. ###

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12/11/23, 4:28 PM

Deisley named 2018 Physical Education Teacher of the Year

Deisley named 2018 Physical Education Teacher of the Year OCT 29, 2018

Crete, Nebraska – Becki Deisley, a Peru State College alumnus, was named the 2018 Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska Society for Health and Physical Education (SHAPE). She has taught for 17 years, including 16 as the Crete Middle School Physical Education Teacher. Deisley told The Crete News, “My dad was a PE teacher, and I basically came from a line of family members in education in general. My experiences I had in volleyball in college…my coach was a big fitness fanatic. She was a big role model and influence on me going into physical education.” After completing her bachelors at Peru State, Deisley earned a master’s in health and physical education, dance and recreation from the University of Nebraska in Omaha. Deisley’s award will be presented at the annual SHAPE state conference on November 5 in Lincoln. ###

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Boo Bash, Trunk-or-Treat hand out a lot of candy!

Boo Bash, Trunk-or-Treat hand out a lot of candy! OCT 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Peru's cooperative community Halloween celebrations were held on Sunday, October 28. More than 200 community members and their little monsters participated. Boo Bash was sponsored by Peru State's Residence Life with games and trick-or-treating in Morgan Hall. Community children were welcome to trick-or-treat on all four floors of Morgan. Trunk-or-Treat was held in downtown Peru with community members and Peru State college organizations sponsoring trunks and handing out candy. Prizes were awarded for best trunks with first place going to a Jurassic Park inspired trunk by Maggie Foster. Vickie Sheley's Spooky trunk took second and Tammie Hart won third with Hippie Glamping. A costume contest was also held with prizes for several children in each age group. Stanley and Roux Neveau (Peru) trick-or-treating with Gemma Bessmer. Emily Oestmann ( Johnson) let Gideon and Elsie Hogue (Peru) pick out candy. Parker and Dylan Dunecacke ( Johnson) get treats from Eulanda Cade (Nemaha). Peggy Groff (Brownville) and Eulanda Cade (Nemaha) hand out treats to Ryder and Ava White (Peru). ###

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Peru State Students Attend Nebraska Fall Leadership Conference

Peru State Students Attend Nebraska Fall Leadership Conference NOV 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Students from several Nebraska colleges traveled to the Gallup Campus in Omaha, Nebraska, to Create, Lead and Inspire as they participated in the Nebraska Fall Leadership Conference hosted by Phi Beta Lambda (PBL). Twenty-one students and two faculty members attended from Peru State. Participants from across the state attended this exciting conference to enhance their business skills, expand their networks, and learn from many area business professionals. The group started in Gretna, Nebraska, where they learned from Ms. Johanna Boston, Chief Marketing Officer for the Nebraska Crossing Outlet Mall. They dined at the LOCAL restaurant which donated a portion of the proceeds that evening back to Nebraska PBL. A Peru State alum, Alec Gorynski, provided the keynote address Friday morning during the opening session. Gorynski is Vice President of Community Development and Corporate Philanthropy from First National Bank. His presentation was entitled, “Doing Great by Doing Good – Being a Part of a Socially Responsible Company.” Upon conclusion of the opening session, students had the opportunity to focus on topics related to technology, public relations, and leadership programs and resources. The ever-popular networking luncheon included 19 business professionals. Individuals were from Gallup, Tabitha, Cognitive Clinical Trials, Conagra, INSPRO Insurance, Sandhills Publishing, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, First State Insurance Agency, Valmont Industries and Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska. Upon conclusion of lunch, a business panel and tour of Gallup rounded out the day. id="attachment_12298" align="" width="300" Students from Peru State that attended: Ashli Becker, Bailey Bindle, Dawn Castle, Rachael Cole, Rozlyn Cole, Hannah Cook, Mikaila Engleken, Sara Granfors, Lindsay Harlow, Velma Hauck, Brooke Hays, Emma Johnson, Spencer Kerwin, Maxwell Kuhr, JT Lonnborg, Meredie Ludwig, Dolores McGargill, Emily Oestmann, Daisy Ramirez, Nancy Ramirez and Nyla Witzel. Faculty Members from Peru State that attended were Dr. Sheri Grotrian and Mr. Max Kathol.

About Nebraska PBL Nebraska PBL is part of Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc., the premier student business organization, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) education association with 250,000 members and advisers in over 6,500 active middle school, high school, and college chapters worldwide. FBLA-PBL’s mission is to inspire and prepare students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences. For more information, visit https://nebraskapbl.org/ .

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12/11/23, 4:26 PM

Chandler retires after 43 years

Chandler retires after 43 years OCT 31, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – After 43 years at Peru State College, Yvonne Chandler retired on October 31, 2018. A small celebration was held for her on campus that day. When asked what she enjoyed most about working at Peru State College, Chandler said, “All the people.” Chandler started at Peru State in 1975 as a Computer Service Clerk II. In 1980, she began her work as a Computer Operator and has acted in this capacity ever since. Yvonne Chandler She has been the smiling face of the computer services help desk and the welcoming voice to students, faculty and staff alike seeking a password reset or other computer help. Chandler has also been a dedicated member of Support Staff Senate. “I’ve met so many people throughout the years and seeing them on and off campus is a joy. The people in computer services and other staff have always been superb, but I have also loved working with and getting to know the students.” Chandler concluded, “I couldn’t have chosen a better place to work.” Chandler and her husband, Darrell, live in Peru where they attend the Community Church. ###

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12/11/23, 4:32 PM

Mole Day brings chemistry magic to campus

Mole Day brings chemistry magic to campus OCT 31, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Chemistry faculty and students from Peru State College put on their annual Mole Day magic show on October 25.

Mole Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated among chemistry enthusiasts on October 23, between 6:02 am and 6:02 pm. The day commemorates Avogadro’s Number (6.02 x 10 23 ), a basic measuring unit in chemistry.

Student Dylan George opened the celebration dressed as a mole before students and teachers conducted several chemistry created “magic tricks.” This included turning a normal fire green and using a trash can to blast plastic cups off of audience member’s heads.

Attendants of the school’s magic show also munched on different mole themed foods throughout the performance, such as mole-asses cookies, car-mole-corn and taco-mole sauce.

Sarah Budz, a pre-nursing and criminal justice major, who performed one of the magic tricks, commented on the experience, “I think Mole Day is a great way to get the campus and community together and learn about chemistry in a fun and exciting way. Some people are intimidated by chemistry, but Mole Day makes it fun for everyone!”

Dr. Nathan Netzer (left) and Dr. Dennis Welsh (right) perform a magic trick.

Sophie Marks (left), Sarah Budz (right), and Dylan George (front) prepare for the opening of the Mole Day celebration.

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Native American History class returns from five day tour

Native American History class returns from five day tour OCT 31, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College’s Native American History class took a 5 day/5 night tour of Native American sites in Nebraska and South Dakota over the 2018 midterm break, October 11-16. “At each of the planned venues, Dr. Crook and I drew on our respective expertise in Nebraska and Native American to introduce students to the key persons, institutions and events that have comprised the historical experiences of Nebraska’s indigenous groups.” Dr. Kathi Nehls said. “At several of the venues, students also had the opportunity to engage, perhaps for the first time, the region’s contemporary Native peoples and learn about the challenges they have confronted in the past and continue to confront today.” Students traveled under the supervision of Nehls, Pfeifer and Crook, who drove 3 school vans. Thanks to a Bill Snyder Cultural Understanding Grant and a Student Enhancement Engagement Grant, the total cost (including transportation, lodging, 3 meals a day and admissions) was less than $300. Student Bailey Dennis commented on the trip, “The Native American trip was a wonderful experience for me. Traveling around Nebraska and understanding the Native perspective better was very eye-opening.” “The most memorable part of the trip was visiting Pine Ridge Reservation and the Wounded Knee Massacre site. I knew of it through history class, but to see it with my own two eyes changed my life forever. I will never forget it.” “I thoroughly enjoyed my trip experience. I hope they continue to do it for future students because it was so educational and fun! A brief itinerary documenting the trip can be found below. Thursday afternoon – Oct. 11th leaving Peru State College at 2:30 PM Genoa Indian School Museum – Genoa, NE Overnight at Niobrara State Park (cabins) Friday, Oct. 12th Fort Niobrara and Fort Falls (near Valentine) Whiteclay, NE Wounded Knee and Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota Overnight at Fort Robinson State Historic Park (officers’ adobe cabins) Saturday, Oct. 13th Tour of historic sites at Fort Robinson Museum of the Fur Trade – Chadron Driving tour of Chadron State College Overnight at Fort Robinson Sunday, Oct. 14th Scottsbluff National Monument Chimney Rock State Historic Site

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Native American History class returns from five day tour

Site of Harney Massacre Windless Hill/ Ash Hollow Overnight at Ogallala (Holiday Inn Express) Monday, Oct. 15th Massacre Canyon near Trenton, NE Buffalo Bill Cody’s State Historic Park in North Platte Pony Express Station in Gothenburg Overnight at Lexington (Holiday Inn Express) Tuesday, Oct. 16th Fort Kearny State Historic Park – near Kearney Kearney Arch Homestead National Monument – near Beatrice Return Peru State College on Tuesday, Oct 16th early evening ### Alexa Cline contributed to this release.

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Peru Theatre Company invites community to the final production of the fall

Peru Theatre Company invites community to the final production of the fall OCT 31, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Peru Theatre Company will host its last production of the fall semester: Stop Kiss by Diana Son. Performances will span November 5-9 and November 11, with no performance on Saturday, November 10.

The company’s flyer describes the show as “A poignant and funny play about the ways, both sudden and slow, that lives can change irrevocably. After Callie meets Sara, the two unexpectedly fall in love. Their first kiss provokes a violent attack that transforms their lives in a way they could never anticipate.”

Tickets are free for Peru State College students, faculty & staff. There is a $10 fee for general admission and a $5 fee for students and seniors.

Performance dates and times are November 5-8 at 7:30 p.m.; November 9 at 7:30 p.m. and November 11: 2:30 p.m.

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Peru State’s Sesquicentennial Time Capsule to be buried.

Peru State’s Sesquicentennial Time Capsule to be buried. OCT 31, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College will bury its Sesquicentennial Time Capsule on Friday, November 2. The short event will start at 11:45 a.m. and is open to the public.

Following the spring commencement, Peru State alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends gathered to place items of significance in the time capsule to be opened in 2067. The time capsule will be buried under the new Sesquicentennial Plaza outside the remodeled theatre and event center.

The time capsule will be placed at the request of Phi Alpha Theta, Dr. Sara Crook and Dr. Spencer Davis. Davis, faculty emeritus, was a champion of the project.

Following placement of the items this spring, Dr. Sara Crook (left) and Samantha Jackson (right) watch as President Hanson places the lid on the time capsule.

Items placed included:

The Peru State College sesquicentennial book by Dan Sullivan of the Omaha World Herald Copy of the proclamation by Governor Pete Ricketts marking Peru State College’s sesquicentennial 2 issues of the Peru Stater publication 150 lapel pin Bobcat lapel pin Sesquicentennial All-College Reunion program A print of the Nemaha County painting from Todd Williams’ “Painting the Legacy” collection 2017 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony newspaper National Tournament men’s basketball t-shirt Athletic posters Fall, winter and spring schedule cards

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Copy of the 2018-2023 Strategic Plan Inauguration Medallion for the President of Peru State College, Dr. Dan Hanson 2017-2018 College Catalog Graduates’ reflection cards Commencement programs from 2017 and 2018 Bobcat flag flown during the sesquicentennial year A print of the all-campus photo taken on October 24, 2017 to mark the 150th anniversary of the first day of classes Compiled book of 2017-2018 press releases Plans for renovations to Delzell Hall and the College Theatre and event center New student admissions folder 2017-2018 recognition luncheon program Paper Presentations by Dr. Davis History Day Program 2018 CD with a clip from the upcoming oral history documentary about Peru State College 2017-2018 Programs for Music, Theater and Art Program from the Southwestern Association of Parasitologists (where Peru State College’s Deb Clopton, Dr. Mike Barger and Dr. Rich Clopton have served as recent leaders). Black Student Union T-Shirt from tenth anniversary conference Peru State Times editions from 2017-2018 academic year Sheet music for Sons and Daughters of Peru, the sesquicentennial composition by Matt Hill School of Professional Studies ink pens School of Education collage picture, pen and magnet Pamphlet for the Master of Science in Organizational Management Pamphlet for the Master of Science in Education Peru State car decal 2017 Freshman medallion, Class of 2021, from convocation Survey results from students First Lady Elaine Hanson’s chocolate chip cookie recipe

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12/11/23, 4:41 PM

Veterans Day Activities planned at Peru State

Veterans Day Activities planned at Peru State NOV 2, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State College to host four activities throughout the day on Veterans Day, November 12, 2018. Veterans from campus and surrounding communities are invited to attend and be recognized as part of these activities. All activities are open to the public. Starting at 7:00 a.m., students, faculty and staff will gather to line the entrance to campus with American flags.id="attachment_4630" align="" width="200" Tyson Buettgenback helps line Park Avenue with flags as part of the Veterans Day recognition at Peru State College in 2016. From 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., veterans on campus - including visitors, faculty, staff and students - may stop at the Bobcat Den (located in the Library) for free coffee and pastries courtesy of Creative Dining. A Veterans Day Program will be held in the V.F. Jindra Fine Arts Building Choir Room (109) at 10:00 a.m. Matt Gleason will be the keynote speaker. Gleason is a former member of the Kansas National Guard and Peru State College Instructor of Business. Special readings from students and live patriotic music will also be featured. A reception will follow the program. Following the reception, Phi Epsilon Kappa will host a Veterans Day Workout Warrior in the Al Wheeler Activities Center (AWAC) Fitness Center. ###

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Thirty-five choirs compete in Peru State College’s show choir competition

Thirty-five choirs compete in Peru State College’s show choir competition NOV 5, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Oct. 23 and Oct. 24, thirty-five choirs competed in Peru State College’s annual show choir competition in the Al Wheeler Athletic Center.

“I cannot believe, and am overwhelmed with gratitude, that we had 35 choirs,” Peru State’s associate professor of music, Dr. Jacob Barlett, said to the competing schools after awards were announced.

“It was wonderful to watch all of you share your gifts with us, and we are incredibly appreciative that you continue to support our festival.”

The Scarlet Knights, from Bishop Neuman, perform.

Spectrum, from Pius X, performs.

Competition results:

Tuesday

Class AA – Pius X “Sotto Voce” Class A – Nebraska City “Expressions”

Class B – Sabetha “Odyssey” Class C – Bishop Neumann “Scarlet Knights” Class D – Pawnee City “Showstoppers”

Wednesday

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Class AA – Bellevue East “Take II” Class A – Norris “Gold” Class B – Wahoo “Royalty” Class C – No participant Class D – Deshler “Purple Reign”

Overall

Top A Cappella/Jazz – Pius X “Sotto Voce” Top Swing Choir – Crete “Duly Noted” Show Choir – 3rd Place (No Trophy) – Norris “Gold” Show Choir – 2nd Place (No Trophy) – Pius X “Spectrum” Show Choir – 1st Place – Bellevue East “Take II”

Peru State’s show choir competition will return October 2019 in the college’s new Performing Arts Center.

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Town Hall to be held in Peru

Town Hall to be held in Peru NOV 5, 2018

For Immediate Release November 2, 2018 Contact: Jason Hogue, jhogue@peru.edu, 402-872-2429 Peru, Nebraska - The groups collaborating under "ImPERUving as One" is hosting a town hall to discuss survey results and input from focus group discussions. The group of City of Peru officials, Peru State College officials, city residents and friends of the College began meeting over the summer to develop a vision and possible plan for collaboration between the City and College. Darrin Reeves, mayor of the City of Peru, said in August, “From infrastructure to housing to economic development, the City and College have shared needs.” “Creating a shared vision is the first step to meeting those needs.” The surveys and focus groups were conducted by the University of Nebraska-Extension Office, with the goals of identifying ways the community can move toward positive change and better understand Peru’s unique characteristics, community assets and potential opportunities. All are invited to attend the town hall meeting on Wednesday, November 14 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Peru's City Hall. A brief summary of results will be provided at 6:30, followed by discussions and ways to become involved in the areas of interest. Refreshments will be served. Questions about the town hall meetings can be directed to Vanessa Sherman at (402) 414-0448. An inclement weather rescheduling date has been set for Monday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m. Check www.perunebraska.org, social media or call City Hall at (402) 872-6685 in case of inclement weather.

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Peru State hosts Veterans Day activities

Peru State hosts Veterans Day activities NOV 16, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 12, 2018, 4:00 p.m. CDT Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402-872-2429

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College hosted four activities throughout the day on Monday as part of the observed Veterans Day. Veterans from campus and surrounding communities attended and were recognized. Starting at 7:00 a.m., students and staff gathered to line the entrance to campus with 350 American flags which were placed along Park Avenue leading into the community of Peru and onto the Peru State campus. Chaz Dunn (Falls City, NE,) places flags at 7 a.m. From 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., veterans on campus were able to receive free coffee and pastries from the Bobcat Den courtesy of Creative Dining. The Bobcat Den is located in the Library and now serves Starbucks coffee. A Veterans Day Program was also held at 10 a.m. The program featured students readings, live patriotic music and a keynote by former member of the Kansas National Guard and Peru State Business Instructor, Matt Gleason. Bailey Dennis of Omaha, Nebraska read from “I Have a Rendezvous with Death.”

Jared Koelzer of Corning, Kansas read from Woodrow Wilson’s 1917 War Message to Congress.

Amy Mincer, secretary to the president, and Matt Hill, assistant professor music, performed during the program.

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patriotism and serving his country that led him to join the Kansas National Guard. Following the reception, Phi Epsilon Kappa hosted a Veterans Day workout. The workout was held in the Al Wheeler Activities Center (AWAC) Fitness Center. 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.

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12/11/23, 4:33 PM

Nebraska CPA Scholarships awarded to three Peru State College students

Nebraska CPA Scholarships awarded to three Peru State College students NOV 16, 2018

Lincoln, Nebraska - At the 18th Annual Fall Continuing Professional Education Conference, three Peru State accounting students were awarded scholarships by the Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs). students. Recipients included Rachael Cole (Wymore, NE), Brooke Hays (Oxford, NE) and Ashley Crawford (Falls City, NE).

The scholarships were presented to accounting students who have completed their junior year, plan to sit for the CPA exam, have the interest and capabilities of becoming a successful accountant and are considering an accounting career in Nebraska. The instructional staff in accounting at each college or university review the candidate’s personality, leadership and character.

Nominations for scholarship recipients must be made by the Accounting faculty members at each college.

For more CPA scholarship criteria and applications, contact a qualifying college or university’s accounting faculty.

At their most recent conference, the Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) awarded a total of $127,500 to 72 college students enrolled at 14 colleges and universities throughout the state.

Photo of scholarship winners posted by the Nebraska Society of CPAs. Rachel Cole and Brooke Hays are in the bottom row, seventh and ninth from left, respectively. ### Alexa Cline contributed to this release.

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October's Good Citizens of the Month Announced

October's Good Citizens of the Month Announced NOV 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Peru State College’s Good Citizens of the Month have been chosen for October. Jeremiah Villeneuve, a maintenance worker at Peru State, and Andrew Pavel, a sophomore, have been recognized with the faculty/staff good citizen award and the student citizen award, respectively. Villeneuve received multiple nominations, all including the Campus of a Thousand Oaks Wellness Trail that he helped revitalize on the list of reasoning. He has spent a great deal of time time on cleaning and maintaining it, and continuously encourages people to get out on the trail and to better themselves. Upon receiving the news of the award, Villeneuve said, “My heart was overwhelmed with joy to know my continuous hard work has been noticed beyond the small group of staff and students that has watched the trail take shape from a dream to a reality over the last year and a half.” “One of the greatest gifts was being able to help create a living legacy through the Campus of a Thousand Oaks Wellness Trail. By doing so, I was able to give back to the campus community where I gained the knowledge and know-how to help develop my passion.” Pavel, the student winner, was selected for his dedication to helping other students. He has organized many study groups with classmates and always takes the time to help out students who are struggling. Pavel is a Wildlife Ecology major from Seward, Nebraska. He also served as a Top Cat Leader for this year's Welcome Week for incoming students. ###

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12/11/23, 4:38 PM

Sports Camp Opportunity-Extended Deadline

Sports Camp Opportunity-Extended Deadline NOV 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – The Council for Exceptional Children club will be hosting the Exceptional Bobcat Sports Camp in the Al Wheeler Activity Center on December 2, 2018 from 9:00-2:00 pm.

Open to students with disabilities in grades fourth through eighth, the camp will provide children the opportunity to work with members of the Peru State College’s basketball or cheerleading teams on leadership, sportsmanship and basic skills of the sport.

This experience is possible thanks to financing from the Snyder Cultural Endowed Fund.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Felicity Balluch at fballuch@peru.edu or (402) 872-2423.

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12/11/23, 4:39 PM

Peru State students recognized at Nebraska SHAPE Conference

Peru State students recognized at Nebraska SHAPE Conference NOV 16, 2018

For Immediate Release November 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Three Peru State students were recognized during the 2018 Society of Health & Physical Educators Nebraska (SHAPE NE) Conference. The SHAPE NE Conference was held from November 4-6 in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Sydney Stevelinck (Lyons, CO), Destiny Worthey (Humboldt, NE) and Eric Brown (Council Bluffs, IA) were recognized as the Peru State College School of Education Students of the Year in Kinesiology, Health Education and Physical Education, respectively.

Stevelink and Worthey were also named as SHAPE NE Students of the Year in Kinesiology and Health Education, respectively.

(left to right) Sydney Stevelink, Eric Brown, Destiny Worthey after they received their recognitions, and Dr. Frank Lynott on the right.

Dr. Frank Lynott, assistant professor of health, physical education and recreation, accompanied the students to the Conference.

Dr. Lynott said, “In the past, Peru State College students have been recognized at the SHAPE NE Conference, but this is the first time two of our students have been awarded with the state-wide awards, and I am proud of these students and the support of the college of education faculty have provided these students and their efforts.”

For more information about the SHAPE NE Conference, contact Dr. Frank Lynott at flynott@peru.edu.

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Sydney Armbruster intersects housing and healthcare on Episode 17 of Rural Futures Podcast

Sydney Armbruster intersects housing and healthcare on Episode 17 of Rural Futures Podcast NOV 16, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2018 Lincoln, NE — “I really have a passion for helping people,” says Sydney Armbruster, who hopes to be a physician assistant in a rural community one day. The Falls City, Nebraska, native is a senior disease and human health major at Peru State College. She shares her rural experience in healthcare and housing in the Bold Voices student segment at 13:53 of Episode 17 of the Rural Futures Institute’s weekly podcast launched today with featured guest Christiana McFarland of the National League of Cities. Expecting to be placed in a rural community after becoming a Rural Futures Institute (RFI) Serviceship student in 2018, Sydney was surprised to learn she would spend her summer in Omaha with the Omaha Municipal Land Bank. The Omaha Municipal Land Bank is a local governmental nonprofit organization that was established by the Nebraska Legislature to develop housing strategies for regional organizations in rural communities across Nebraska.id="attachment_11030" align="" width="150" Sydney Armbruster “Once I got to Omaha, I learned a whole new world that joined housing and healthcare,” she says. With the Land Bank, she got an inside view of how important housing is to a community and witnessed the critical connections between health and housing. “It made me grow as a person and will definitely shape how I practice medicine in the future,” she says of her RFI serviceship experience. “It definitely opened my horizons to what the world has to offer and how many people are working for positive change in the world today.” The RFI podcast, “Rural Futures with Dr. Connie,” is available on iTunes, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Google Play and Spotify. RFI Student Serviceship details are available at http://ruralfutures.nebraska.edu/serviceship. ###

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12/11/23, 4:42 PM

Winter Necessities Drive held to benefit CEDARS Home for Children

Winter Necessities Drive held to benefit CEDARS Home for Children NOV 16, 2018

Peru, Nebraska- Peru State’s Actions in Motion (AIM) is holding a Winter Necessities Drive throughout the month of November. AIM is accepting warm items for the winter, including socks, blankets, coats, pajamas and anything warm and fuzzy. All donations collected during the drive will go to CEDARS Home for Children. Dr. Bittner said, “Did you know that during the 2017-2018 reporting period, 7,967 Nebraska children and youth were placed in out-ofhome care? It’s very common for these youth to take nothing but the clothes on their back into placement, so AIM would like to bless Nebraska through our warm Winter Necessities Drive.” CEDARS-Kids.org reads, "For over 70 years, thousands of vulnerable children and youth have found safe refuge and a new beginning at CEDARS. One of Nebraska’s most trusted child-service organizations, CEDARS makes sure that children feel safe and secure. At the same time, we’re giving parents, foster families, and partnering agencies the support they need to care effectively for children." There are seven drop boxes located in different buildings across campus. Donations can also be dropped off in Dr. Bittner’s office, or contact Dr. Bittner to agree on a pick-up location. For more information about the drive, contact Co-Presidents Mikaela Thompson and Serena Nelson or Advisor Dr. Gina Bittner in TJ Majors 105. ### Ash Peiman contributed to this release.

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Peru State learns more about alum that was World War I flying ace

Peru State learns more about alum that was World War I flying ace NOV 30, 2018 Phi Alpha Theta President Bailey Dennis (Omaha, NE), Ted Huscher and Dr. Justin Pfeiffer, assistant professor of history at Peru State.

Peru, Nebraska– Theodore Huscher spoke at Peru State to commemorate the centennial anniversary of World War I and Orville Ralston, a Peru alum and Nebraska’s only World War I flying ace. Phi Alpha Theta sponsored the presentation. Huscher is the secretary for the League of WWI Aviation Historians, an international organization that holds a seminar every other year, answers questions from the Internet and publishes a quarterly journal called Over the Front. Huscher said, “I have had a life-long interest in WWI aviation history and when I ran across Ralston’s effects at the State History Museum, I wanted to know more about him and his story.” Ralston was born on September 9, 1894, near Weeping Water, Nebraska. In 1915, Ralston graduated from then-Peru State Teachers College. He also graduated from the University of Nebraska Dental College in 1920. Huscher said, “Ralston played football for Peru Normal… There, he was known as “Wob” due to his unique wobbly gate. During the war, he acquired the playful moniker “Tubby” due to his stature.” Ralston had a total of five aerial victories, warranting the title of ace in the military. Ralston was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross in 1921 “for extraordinary heroism in action over Bourion Wood on September 26, 1918” where he scored two of his five victories. Unofficially, Ralston was also given credit for shooting down six additional German planes. After World War I, Ralston practiced dentistry in Ainsworth, Nebraska, for 17 years. He did graduate work at San Francisco College of Physicians and Surgeons. He also served one term on the city council and one term as mayor of Ainsworth. In 1937, Ralston moved to Valentine, Nebraska, and he was appointed to the state aeronautical commission a year later. At the start of World War II, Ralston re-enlisted in the Air Corps, becoming commissioned as a Major in 1942. Throughout his years with the military, Ralston logged 230 hours of flight, dropped 84 bombs and fired 3,500 rounds of machine gun ammunition. The Air Corps also officially recognized Ralston as an expert on ballistics and gunnery. 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. ### Ashton Peiman contributed to this release.

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Peru State College’s Career Challenge celebrates diversity and determination

Peru State College’s Career Challenge celebrates diversity and determination NOV 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Special education students from local schools came together for the annual Career Challenge at Peru State College. The students spent weeks practicing for the event and were then given the opportunity to showcase their learned life skills with some friendly competition.

The life skills were tested at various booths, which challenged students to complete everyday tasks, such as making a bed or a snack. Peru State students acted as the facilitators of the evening, rewarding the top three performers with medals to recognize their accomplishments.

Samantha Oakes, an elementary and special education major who assisted with the day, commented on the unique experience. “Growing up with a sister in Special Needs, I have always seen cool ideas and events to help students of all abilities learn, but this one was the most creative and fun one.”

“The students took it seriously, but also had fun. I worked at the jello station, so the kids loved enjoying a few finger licks after making their snack.”

One of the evening’s key leaders, Dr. Felicity Balluch, an assistant professor of special education at Peru State, also reflected upon the challenge. “On top of the competition and celebration, this event enhances cultural awareness of a unique population. It is a privilege to plan such an event, and I look forward to it every fall semester!”

A student from the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired competes in one of Career Challenge’s many tasks.

Peru State College students Allison Main and Samantha Oakes working the snack making station.

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Peru State choirs to present fifth annual “The Magic of Christmas.”

Peru State choirs to present fifth annual “The Magic of Christmas.” NOV 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska– Peru State College invites the community to visit campus on Thursday, December 6 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 fifth annual “The Magic of Christmas” Holiday Concert will be performed at 6:00 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 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 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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12/11/23, 4:37 PM

Rozlyn Cole named Nebraska Phi Beta Lambda member of the month

Rozlyn Cole named Nebraska Phi Beta Lambda member of the month NOV 30, 2018

Omaha, Nebraska - During the closing session of Nebraska Phi Beta Lambda's annual Fall Leadership Conference, a new program was introduced: Nebraska PBL Member of the Month. The inaugural Nebraska PBL Member of the Month award was given Peru State's Rozlyn Cole. Cole was nominated for her substantial efforts to organize and carry out the annual Peru State PBL silent auction held during the Homecoming football game. Her efforts helped the organization raise $830. Cole commented on her award, “It is really nice to see that hard work and efforts never go unnoticed; however, I must emphasize that it isn't just one person behind the entire operation. The true secret to our club’s success is our sense of family and connectedness. It is all of us with different strengths working together for the betterment of the club.” Cole is the daughter of Randolph and Cynthia Cole of Wymore, Nebraska.id="attachment_12299" align="" width="150" Rozlyn Cole ###

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Peru State College student organizations raise canned food donations

Peru State College student organizations raise canned food donations NOV 30, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), Hispanic Latino Student Association (HLSA) and the Black Student Union (BSU) were looking to help combat food insecurity in Southeast Nebraska with the help of students and the local community. The organizations raised more than 450 canned food donations.

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12/11/23, 4:24 PM

Alum named Student Doctor of the Month

Alum named Student Doctor of the Month DEC 14, 2018

Harrogate, Tennessee - Peru State College alum Gunnar Orcutt was named the Class of 2022 Student Doctor of the Month at Lincoln Memorial University. Orcutt is enrolled in medical school at Lincoln Memorial. Orcutt's nomination read, "Gunnar has been a bright role model for our class. He is friendly, helpful and hardworking. He has spent a lot of time creating and sharing ANKI decks with our class that have been extremely useful." "Gunnar also takes the time to bring up thoughtful suggestions for our class, like ways to create more study space and ways to improve our classmates' educational experiences. He's a class act." As part of the award, Orcutt won a reserved parking pass and a special Student Doctor of the Month gift. While at Peru State, Orcutt was named the CoSIDA Academic All-America® of the Year for College Division football. Orcutt became a two-time Academic All-America® selection with a 4.00 cumulative GPA studying biochemical science. ###

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12/11/23, 4:25 PM

Angela Antholz named Administrator of Year

Angela Antholz named Administrator of Year DEC 14, 2018 Angela Antholz at the Grand Island Conference

Grand Island, Nebraska- The Nebraska Headstart Association named Peru State alum Angela Antholz the 2018 Administrator of the Year. Antholz serves as the Director of the SENCA Headstart According to the Nebraska City News-Press, “She was nominated by SENCA Executive Director, Vicky McNealy, for her extensive work on improving multiple internal processes which have strengthened the Head Start program overall.” Antholz holds a degree in Elementary Education from Peru State College. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/angelaantholznamedadministratoroftheyear.html

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Dedra Braxmeyer named Master Teacher

Dedra Braxmeyer named Master Teacher DEC 14, 2018

Emporia, Kansas – Peru State alum Dedra Braxmeyer was named the 2018 Master Teacher for United School District 383 under Emporia State University’s Kansas Master Teacher Awards. Braxmeyer teaches algebra and trigonometry at Manhattan High School in Manhattan, Kansas. “There are so many excellent teachers, so really it was meaningful to be selected from such a 0utstanding group of educators in the district,” Braxmeyer told the Manhattan Mercury. According to their website, “Emporia State University established the Kansas Master Teacher awards in 1954. The awards are presented annually to teachers who have served the profession long and well and who also typify the good qualities of earnest and conscientious teachers.” Braxmeyer earned a Masters of Education from Peru State.

Dedra Braxmeyer. Photo courtesy of the Manhattan Mercury. ###

The Manhattan Mercury article can be found here.

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/dedrabraxmeyernamedmasterteacher.html

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12/11/23, 4:31 PM

ImPERUving as One Group to form committees in January

ImPERUving as One Group to form committees in January DEC 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska - Following the town hall meeting held November 14 at the Peru City Hall, the group collaborating under “ImPERUving as oNE” met again to plan next steps for the work groups. As discussed at the town hall, a key component of moving forward will be forming working committees in five unique areas: Infrastructure Housing Relationships and Communication Economic and Business Development Attraction and Retention Committees will be formed and begin meeting in January. Anyone interested in serving on these committees should visit perunebraska.org/imperuving-as-one or call Amy Mincer at Peru State College, (402) 872-2239. Results from the survey, focus groups and town hall meeting are posted on the website. The group of City of Peru officials, Peru State College officials, city residents and business owners began meeting over the summer to develop a vision and possible plan for collaboration between the City and College. The collaboration sponsored surveys and focus groups conducted by the University of Nebraska-Extension Office, with the goals of identifying ways the community can move toward positive change and better understand Peru’s unique characteristics, community assets and potential opportunities. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/imperuvingasonegrouptoformcommitteesinjanuary.html

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12/11/23, 4:32 PM

Mason White elected to Nebraska Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Board

Mason White elected to Nebraska Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Board DEC 14, 2018

Kearney, Nebraska - Mason White, director of Financial Aid at Peru State College, has been elected to serve on the Nebraska Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Board. White was chosen by Peru State's peer institutions to serve a two-year term as the four-year public sector representative. According to their website, "The Nebraska Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NeASFAA) exists primarily to promote the professional preparation, effectiveness and mutual support of persons involved in student financial aid administration. In addition, NeASFAA exists to bring about the implementation of programs that will have a positive impact on students' ability to pay for programs of higher education." Mason White White lives in Auburn with his wife, Kristine, and their three children.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

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12/11/23, 4:32 PM

Matt Hill named Choral Director of the Year

Matt Hill named Choral Director of the Year DEC 14, 2018

Lincoln, Nebraska – Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities, Matt Hill, was renamed the Nebraska Choral Director’s Association Director of the Year. Hill received the award during the annual Nebraska Music Educators Conference.

Hill writes, “I was honored to have been named Choral Director of the Year. I am grateful to do the work I do in a state with such passion for choral music – and happy to represent Peru State College and Sing Omaha to the best of my ability every day”

Hill with his award, photographed with Patty Fox, who was honored as the “Young Choral Director of the Year.”

Hill is an inaugural member of the Oklahoma State University Music Education Hall of Fame and was honored as the “Young Choral Director of the Year” by the Nebraska Choral Directors Association in 2015.

In 2017, Hill was also named to the Midlands Business Journal’s “40 Under 40.” The annual list salutes the Omaha area’s young, dynamic leaders.

Hill founded “Sing Omaha Inc.” in January, 2007. This 501c3 non-profit organization serves as Nebraska’s premier K-12/adult choral arts organization, and is comprised of nine choirs, which serve more than 400 singers in Douglas and Sarpy County each year. In September 2015, Hill opened Sing Omaha Studios, two public-facing locations for private voice and piano lessons, and other related camps and workshops.

Hill regularly serves as a guest clinician for district festivals and honor choirs, and is called upon to adjudicate show choir and classical solo and ensemble competitions around the country each season. In addition to his work as a conductor, Hill has served in music ministry steadily since 2003 as pianist and worship leader and has performed as a chorister and featured soloist with numerous local and regional ensembles.

Hill earned a master’s in choral conducting at Oklahoma State University and is in the process of completing his doctoral work at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

According to their website, “The Choral Directors Association is a non-profit professional organization whose membership is composed of choral musicians from schools, colleges, universities, churches, community and professional groups. As a chapter of the national organization NCDA members are among 18,000 directors representing more than one million singers across the United States.”

“NCDA events and publications provide Nebraska educators with opportunities in the choral field that surpass standard professional development.”

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/matthillnamedchoraldirectoroftheyear.html

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Matt Hill named Choral Director of the Year

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12/11/23, 4:36 PM

Peru State College Recognized by National Strength and Conditioning Association

Peru State College Recognized by National Strength and Conditioning Association DEC 14, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College is now approved as a National Strength and Conditioning Association Recognized Undergraduate Strength and Conditioning Program. The program prepares students for the NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCACPT®) and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) certifications.

The approval recognizes and distinguishes Peru State’s strength and conditioning or personal training curricula.

Professor of Kinesiology and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Dr. Kyle Ryan, says, “The recognition from the NSCA is another wonderful milestone for the Kinesiology program at Peru State College. It allows students to take certifying exams at reduced costs, as well as the ability to attend area and national conferences at a discount.”

Dr. Ellie Kunkel, dean of the School of Education, adds that, “This recognition, along with our clinical agreements with Makovicka Physical Therapy, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, and our articulation agreement with the Athletic Training program at the University of Nebraska Omaha, makes the Kinesiology program the program of choice for aspiring students.”

In addition to a rigorous curriculum, the Peru State Kinesiology program provides students with the opportunity to engage in facultymentored research and internships. A human performance lab provides state of the art metabolic testing, body composition analysis, EMG/ECG function, as well as anaerobic and aerobic program design. Graduates of the program have gone on to careers with professional sports teams and colleges and universities.

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12/11/23, 4:42 PM

Writer's Guild holds 2017-2018 Creative Writing Contest

Writer's Guild holds 2017-2018 Creative Writing Contest DEC 19, 2017

Peru, Nebraska - The Peru State College Writer's Guild is currently holding the 2017-2018 Creative Writing Contest. Peru State students are welcome to enter poetry, creative fiction and creative non-fiction. Quentin Victor, president of the Writer's Guild, writes, "As this is a contest, the winners in each category will receive Amazon Gift Cards from the Writer’s Guild. The works will be assessed by an independent judge to avoid bias." The Guild asks student to send no more than two entries per person per category to pscwritersguild@gmail.com. Students may submit six submissions in total. Each entry should be 3000 words or less. Victor continues, "This rule is flexible, more for the sake of the length of the Journal into which the entries will be entered. We want to fit as many of your entries in as possible." Victor also advises that entries keep the content of the entries to a reasonable level of appropriateness, "We do not know the potential age of the journal’s readers. Also, this rule is open to interpretation, but the general rule of thumb is PG-13." The contest deadline is January 16th. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/writersguildholds20172018creativewritingcontest.html

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Peru State College announces fall 2018 Dean’s List

Peru State College announces Fall 2018 Dean’s List DEC 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Peru State College today released the names of students who earned a place on the Dean’s List for the fall 2018 semester. 267 students from Nebraska, 25 other states, Puerto Rico and 7 foreign countries qualified for the honor. To make the Dean’s List students must have a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99 for the semester, have completed at least 12 graded credit hours during the past semester, have no incomplete grades for the semester and be degree seeking. Last Name

First Name

City

State

Able

Seairla

Lincoln

Ackland

Misty

Papillion

Adams

Mardarius

Lakeland

Alfi

Sanaa

Sacramento

Allely

Molly

Colon

Alwin

Dyan

Lincoln

Angus

Christopher

Lake Havasu City

Antholz

Hannah

Lincoln

Arbogast

Zachery

El Paso

Arnold

Ethan

Lincoln

Ashong

Ebenezer

Accra

Augsburger

Taylor

El Paso

Babish

Hailey

Lemoyne

Baker

Julie

Tabor

Baker

Kaitlyn

Weeping Water

Balm

Jaxson

Auburn

Bangert

Alexandria

Falls City

Barker

Brianna

Beatrice

Barker

Jordyn

Omaha

Bartlett

Shelby

Crete

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Becker

Zachary

Auburn

Beddoe

Caitlynn

Peru

Bellm

Matthew

Smithville

Belser

Dana

Tampa

Bentley

Corrina

Omaha

Blue

Rebecca

Las Vegas

Bohlken

Stacy

Palmer

Boyer

Cierra

Bellevue

Breazeale

Russell

Omaha

Bremer

Emily

Rock Port

Brewster

Hope

Lincoln

Brockhaus

Trevor

Bellevue

Brodersen

Hunter

Omaha

Brown

Vivian

Wichita

Brown

Molly

Falls City

Brown

Sarah

Seward

Brundage

Kelsey

Juniata

Bruning

Daspin

Everest

Budz

Sarah

Omaha

Buettgenback

Tyson

Glenrock

Burger

Jenna

Sabetha

Buschow

Kayla

Blue Hill

Buskirk

Joshua

Converse

Butler

Dwight

Nassau

Case

Keegan

Omaha

Christiansen

Seneca

Lincoln

Christie

Asha

Lavista

Clark

Emily

Peru

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Cline

Alexa

Table Rock

Clobes

Mason

Seward

Closner

Austin

Lincoln

Coiner

Jarrod

Auburn

Connelly

Marshall

Auburn

Constantino

Luis

Varzea Grande

Cooper

Kody

Waverly

Corbett Jr

Thomas

Saint Albans

Corrales

Daisy

Abilene

Cubrich

Mary

Omaha

Culling

Brittny

Auburn

Daake

Samantha

Beatrice

Davis

Madison

Hickman

Dennis

Bailey

Omaha

Detlefsen

Abbigail

Franklin

Dewey

Katlynn

Swanton

Dittman

Dylan

Omaha

Dodes

Robert

Hebron

Dunavin

Samantha

Eagle

Duncan

Bryan

Seattle

Dunn

Allison

Wymore

Eberly

Joseph

Sidney

Elliott

Monica

Elkland

Enefazu-Ossai

Uchechukwu

Ayobo – Lagos State

Ensminger

Kealyn

Homer

Erks

Cheyanne

Humphrey

Evans

Adrian

New Palestine

Farmer

Rachel

Graham

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Fernandez

Julian

Middle Village

Fernandez

Jessica

Pierre

Finke

Taylor

Battle Creek

Foust

Sylvia

Mound City

Foyt

Alexis

Syracuse

Friesel

Abby

Auburn

Friesel

Madison

Auburn

Fyock

Richard

O’Neill

Garcia

Michelle

Lincoln

Gee

Mason

Sterling

George

Dylan

Beatrice

Girard

Joshua

Peru

Glaser

Hannah

Papillion

Gleason

Jacob

Valley

Gobnaith

Finn

Rockford

Grabowski

Savannah

Beatrice

Guhde-Egger

Daniel

Auburn

Hackleman

Jeffrey

Bellevue

Hajek

Kelsey

Odell

Hale

Okema

Rock Port

Hansen

Gage

Omaha

Hasch

Darren

Destin

Hawkins

Matthew

Tekamah

Hays

Brooke

Oxford

Hazen

Alexandrea

North Platte

Hensarling

Phillip

Broken Bow

Hernandez

Samantha

Columbus

Herrmann

Joslyn

Sabetha

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Hinkert

Jouvurnen

Willemstad

Hoehn

Daniel

Hickman

Hoesche

Nicole

Crete

Holstine

Riley

Mound City

Huber

Lauren

Sabetha

Hyler

DeMon

Kansas City

Jackson

Monica

Cincinnati

Jasa

Lexi

Steinauer

Jaspe

Yorgelys

San Carlos

Jeffries

Devyn

Bellevue

Joe

Alexander

Fairbury

Jones

Dalton

Watson

Jones

Chloe

Lincoln

Keedy

Dana

Wymore

Kennedy

Myranda

Brownville

Kennell

Hannah

Chadron

Keyes

Ben

Springfield

Killion

Sloane

Sidney

Koch

Matthew

Auburn

Krautner

Hayden

Midlothian

Kreifels

Natalie

Falls City

Kroll

Morgan

Peru

Kruse

Maggie

Morrill

Kuncl

Jacquelyn

Mullen

L’Heureux

Michael

Nebraska City

Lamberson

Lucille

Hampton

Lambert

Christina

Spokane

Lang

Elizabeth

Hamburg

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Lechtenberg

Jacquelyn

Lynch

Leininger

Mitchell

Auburn

Lewis

Kaylee

Doniphan

Liberty

Nathan

Tecumseh

Little

Jason

Nolensville

Loecker

Rachel

Camp Lejeune

Lombardi

Michael

Peru

Louis-Bell

Cynthia

Stockton

Louthan

Caleb

Nebraska City

Luchsinger

Alex

Columbus

Magana

Marivelle

Dorchester

Maguire

Destiny

Greenwood

Mahan

Andrew

Papillion

Malone

Patrick

Ramona

Marshall

Abbie

Nebraska City

Martin

Austin

Salem

Mathewson

John

Summerfield

McCullough

Tia

Omaha

McMann

Nicole

Auburn

McNeil

Kaitlyn

Sterling

McPhillips

Madison

Omaha

Mendez

Jose

Pembroke Pines

Mendez

Eliana

Muskegon

Mendez Yepez

Reiner

Barquisimeto

Mitchel

Hannah

Plattsmouth

Moreau

Janell

Lyman

Mucha

Macayla

Plattsmouth

Myers

Kayla

Sidney

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Myers

Kendra

Sidney

Nelson

Elizabeth

Adams

Neyland

Justin

peru

Nitzel

Seth

Lincoln

Novak

Nicholas

Dawson

Null

Brooke

Plattsmouth

O’Donnell

Callista

Pawnee City

Odvody

Aaron

Swanton

Oestmann

Emily

Johnson

Orr

Mitchell

Smithville

Osmera

Erik

Wahoo

Osthoff

Savanna

Sabetha

Paugstat

Savannah

Plattsmouth

Paulson

Jonathan

Sterling

Pavel

Andrew

Seward

Petersen

Blake

Columbus

Peterson

Taylor

Blanchard

Petet

Shaun

Beatrice

Petz

Tristan

Beemer

Phroper

Morgan

Falls City

Pimentel

Eddy

San Juan

Pittman

Kelly

Beatrice

Porter

Riley

Unadilla

Pressler

Lindsey

Adams

Ramsey

Whitney

Humboldt

Ray

Taylor

Lincoln

Reed

Amberlyn

North Platte

Reiman

Allyson

Auburn

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Richardson

Samantha

Dunbar

Robertson

Cheyenne

Auburn

Robinson

Kelsie

Prosser

Roemmich

Haley

Clay Center

Romero-Gutierrez

Linda

Lincoln

Rosas

Austin

Peru

Ross

Destany

Gretna

Rotert

Dylan

Lincoln

Ruiz

Maria

Bogota

Rupp

Sterling

Grand Island

Savala

Susan

New Market

Schlender

Cameron

Amherst

Schneider

Shelby

Sargent

Scholl

Allyson

Falls City

Schomerus

Melissa

Nebraska City

Schultheiss

Julia

Pawnee City

Schulze

Julie

Peculiar

Schumacher

Michelle

Nebraska City

Scott

Jolie

Jansen

Sheppard

Kortnie

York

Sherlock

Rachel

La Vista

Silva

Giovanna

Taguatinga

Simpson

Isaac

Papillion

Sisco

Susan

Burchard

Slama

Melanie

Peru

Smith

Andrew

Auburn

Smith

Cheyenne

Steinauer

Smith

Kevin

Seward

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Smith

Kristin

Brownville

Smith

Max

Peru

Snodgrass

Sheila

Humboldt

Snyder

Erin

Omaha

Snyder

Kimberly

Syracuse

Soto

Destiny

Papillion

St Clair

James

Omaha

Steele

Zachary

Auburn

Stephens

Brady

Council Bluffs

Sterns

Valyn

Sutton

Stroup

Tanner

Lincoln

Sullivan

Brandon

Allen

Taylor

David

Omaha

Temme

Noah

Fairmont

Thornburg

Emily

Crete

Tichy

Allison

Bellevue

Tiedeman

Steven

Weston

Tinklin

Kaitlyn

Sabetha

Tomek

Maggie

Table Rock

Trueblood

Amanda

Lincoln

Turkle

Jenee

Omaha

Tyson

Christopher

Nebraska City

Vanosdall

Alyssa

Grand Island

Veleba

Thomas

Pawnee City

Villeda

Rose

Fairbury

Wallace

Megan

Papillion

Walmsley

Katie

Lincoln

Warden

Emily

Bellevue

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Wardy

Michael

Roca

Warner

Tyler

Auburn

Waters

Heather

Cedar Rapids

Wattier

Aubrey

Raymond

Wattier

Brealynn

Raymond

Welch

Olivia

Park City

Wemhoff

Baylee

Elgin

Weyers-Boldt

Haylee

Sterling

Whipple

Emily

Lincoln

Williams

Kaleb

Sterling

Williams

Rebecca

Sterling

Wingert

Marissa

Panama

Witt

Weston

Salem

Wollenburg

Kendra

Beatrice

Wood

Johnathon

Farragut

Wood

Hunter

Gretna

Woodruff

Delaney

Bellevue

Worthey

Destiny

Humboldt

Wright

Jason

Auburn

Wurm

Nicholas

Collinswood

Yates

Ayla

Glenwood

Zeleny

Logan

Fairmont

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesfall2018deanslist.html

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Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List DEC 20, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – 192 students earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average at Peru State College in the fall of 2018. Students representing Nebraska, 18 other states, Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia and 3 foreign countries are on the list . Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, said, “A 4.0 GPA is a special accomplishment and I am honored to create this new list of award winners.” To make the Dean’s List students must have a grade point average of 4.0 for the semester, have completed at least 12 graded credit hours during the past semester, have no incomplete grades for the semester and be degree seeking. This is the first semester the President’s List has been awarded. Students eligible for the President’s List were previously eligible for the Dean’s List. Last

First Name

City

State

Allen

Caroline

Roseland

Anderson

Amanda

Nebraska City

Arbogast

Jenna

El Paso

Archer

Rebecca

Nebraska City

Armbruster

Sydney

Falls City

Becker

Ashli

Yankton

Beckner

Remington

Morrill

Benes

Catherine

Dwight

Bergmeier

Megan

Auburn

Bindle

Bailey

Falls City

Bishop

Mackenzie

Nebraska City

Bogard

Sydney

Mc Louth

Boshart

Daniel

Wood River

Bouwens

Hailey

Lincoln

Bowers

Angie

Peru

Branek

Miranda

Pawnee City

Brannon

Nicholas

Las Vegas

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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Bresler

John

Manhattan

Bryant

Bailey

Grand Island

Bryant

Emily

Union

Buskirk

Lindsey

Grand Junction

Calvillo

Ismael

Tucson

Camacho

Dayana

Schuyler

Carnahan-Kuhns

McKailie

Sidney

Castle

Dawn

Imperial

Clements

Heather

Tecumseh

Cole

Amanda

Peru

Cole

Rachael

Wymore

Cole

Rozlyn

Wymore

Connell

Cade

Arnold

Connelly

Jessie

Panama

Connelly

Theresa

Auburn

Cook

Hannah

Ponca

Coonce

Bailey

Falls City

Cortez

Carley

Cook

Cowan

Machaela

Omaha

Crawford

Ashley

Falls City

Creevan

Linda

Blue Springs

Cudney

Claire

Marysville

Davis

Hailey

Lincoln

De Abreu Fernandes

Anthony

Caracas

Demers

Michael

Blair

Didrickson

Michael

Lincoln

Drent

Hannah

Beatrice

Duncan

Bryson

Hamburg

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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Ebeling

Carson

Diller

Edmond

Joslyn

Odell

Ellis

Lily

Wahoo

Emerick

Valerie

Sheboygan

Engelken

Mikaila

Pawnee City

Fellin

Emily

Dakota City

Ferguson

Abbie

Nebraska City

Fernando

Obadawattage

Ja-ela

Finch

Jason

Neligh

Fischer

Tanner

Hartington

Fornoff

Rebecca

Glenwood

Francois

Kyle

Nebraska City

Gibson

Tabitha

Watson

Gibson

Brandon

Falls City

Gill

Kaylee

Allen

Girard

Hannah

Peru

Granfors

Sara

Seward

Grell

Alyssa

Omaha

Grell

Hannah

Omaha

Gropp

Katherine

Lincoln

Kieu

Sacramento

Hall

Elizabeth

Graceville

Harlow

Lindsay

Dawson

Harms

Tyler

Falls City

Hawley

Braden

Springfield

Hawley

Whitney

Springfield

Hegge

Gaige

Wausa

Henagan

Tristan

Rock Port

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Hinz

Kelsie

Beatrice

Hof

Alexous

Red Cloud

Hohensee

Nicholas

Sutton

Holcombe

Jeremy

Beatrice

Holthaus

Hannah

Seneca

Howell

Cydney

Lewiston

Humphrey

Heather

Tyndall

Jacha

Panashe

Elkhorn

Jackson

Andrea

Riverton

James

Ariason

Beatrice

Janjevic

Nadja

Podgorica

Johnson

Bailey

Johnson

Chloe

Sidney

Johnson

Emma

Omaha

Jones

Bobbie

Auburn

Kasbohm

Noah

Nebraska City

Keim-Ratliff

Stephanie

Robinson

Kimball

Blake

Papillion

King

Patrick

Fredericksburg

Kinnison

Shea

Nebraska City

Kirby

Regan

Yutan

Kitrell

Brandy

Elmwood

Klein

Madeline

Lincoln

Knihal

Samantha

Gretna

Koelzer

Jared

Corning

Kongmanyvong

Sopha

Tecumseh

Kuehn

Holden

Dunbar

Kuhlmann

Bailey

Table Rock

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Lamborn

Kasey

Lincoln

Lee

Ronnice

Washington

Lee

Lindsay

La Vista

Lefler

Theodore

Kearney

Leininger

Kelsi

Shenandoah

Lempka

Elly

Tecumseh

Lierz

Kate

Holton

Long

Jadrien

Beatrice

Mandl

LeAnn

Stanton

Mann

Brett

Gothenburg

Mann

Kayla

Gothenburg

Marks

Sophia

Marshalltown

Matthies

Mallory

Omaha

Matyja

Frank

Papillion

McClarnon

Liam

Bellevue

McReynolds

Deonte

Chicago

Meyer

Anna

Atkinson

Miller

Bryan

Lincoln

Milliken

Shelby

Wahoo

Morrison

Jessica

Fremont

Muhr

Jaelynn

Mitchell

Nason

John

Lincoln

Nelson

Keegan

Essex

Nelson

Treyten

Lincoln

Newcombe

Thomas

Norfolk

Newcomer

Abby

Bellevue

Nicol

Julee

Riverton

Nwafor

Ikechukwu

Ota

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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12/11/23, 4:25 PM

Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Oelling

Hannah

Roca

Oestreich

Shianna

Norfolk

Orrender

William

Van Buren

Ottersberg

Melissa

Beatrice

Panko

Madison

Cook

Parde

Jessica

Beatrice

Pardo

Amanda

Lodi

Peiman

Ashley

Lincoln

Peters

Jacob

York

Pieper

Rylee

Western

Pool

Justin

Circleville

Potter

Katheryn

De Witt

Powers

Sarah

Mc Cook

Quinonez Holguin

Darlene

Anthony

Ramirez

Daisy

Tecumseh

Ramsey

Maygan

Falls City

Renner

Sierra

Lincoln

Reynolds

Ashley

York

Rinchich

Reannah

Syracuse

Ritchie

Morgan

Lincoln

Robertson

Katarina

Tarkio

Rombeck

Elizabeth

Beattie

Rotschafer

Linda

Lincoln

Saathoff

April

Beatrice

Salas

Jordan

Winfield

Santiago Morales

Joshua

Carolina

Scales

Stephanie

Peru

Sexton

Hannah

Sedalia

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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12/11/23, 4:25 PM

Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Shapiro

Kira

Omaha

Simonson

Bryanne

Weeping Water

Sindelar

Jaime

Saint Edward

Sparling

Stephanie

Columbus

Stevelinck

Sydney

Lyons

Steward

Briana

Seward

Stidd

John

Nebraska City

Stratman

Camarie

Hartington

Sundar

Eric

Kemmerer

Switzer

Drew

Casper

Telpner

Aliyah

La Vista

Thompson

Emma

Bellevue

Thompson

Mikaela

Auburn

Thompson

Taylor

Norfolk

Thorne

Michelle

Harlan

Thorne

Ryan

Harlan

Torghele

Alison

Lincoln

Traynor

Joshua

Western

Turnbull

Emily

Pawnee City

Unruh

Dee

Auburn

Vanderneck

Isabelle

Henderson

VanEngen

Gabriel

Sterling

Walker

Takia

Enterprise

Wheelock

Tyler

Omaha

Wilson

Natasha

Azle

Witzel

Nyla

Brainard

Woodard

Bryanna

Homer

Woods

Theresa

Bellevue

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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Peru State College announces inaugural President’s List

Woodward

Journie

Ord

Wurtz

Jabe

Clarks

Wusk

Marissa

Adams

Wynn

Noah

Auburn

Young

Arielle

Wilber

Zurek

Julia

Louisville

Zvolanek

Kiersten

Wymore

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/announcesinauguralpresidentslist.html

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12/11/23, 4:31 PM

Jill Johnson named 2018 Assistant Principal of the Year

Jill Johnson named 2018 Assistant Principal of the Year DEC 21, 2017

Lincoln, Nebraska – Jill Johnson was named the 2018 Assistant Principal of the Year by the Nebraska State Association of Secondary School Principals (NSASSP). The award was presented at the NSASSP Annual Conference. According to the Seward Independent, “Johnson has been involved in education since 1991 and for the past two years has served as the assistant principal at Seward High School. Prior to that she was the professional development consultant for ESU 6 in Milford as well as an adjunct professor for Doane College and Southeast Community College.” The NSASSP website writes, “Nebraska Assistant Principal of the Year award program annually recognizes outstanding school leaders who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. These assistant principals are acknowledged by their peers for the exemplary contributions they have made to the profession.” “I strive to bring energy and enthusiasm to everything I do in order to highlight the best in others and ensure all feel honored and important,” Johnson told the Seward Independent, “Surrounded by an exceptional staff and outstanding students, I feel blessed to come to work every day.” Johnson has multiple graduate degrees including a Masters of Science from Peru State College. Johnson will also be considered for the National Association of Secondary School Principals’ award. ###

Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/jilljohnsonnamed2018assistantprincipalyear.html

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12/11/23, 4:37 PM

Scholarships for Diverse Food Employees & Families

Scholarships for Diverse Food Employees & Families DEC 21, 2018

Peru, Nebraska – Following the announcement that Diversified Foods and Seasonings would be closing its Nebraska City, Nebraska location, Peru State College will offer a one-year scholarship to Diversified’s employees, their spouses, children and dependents. The one-year scholarship is for 67% of the cost of tuition and is the equivalent of the tuition waiver offered to the families of College employees.

Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, said, “It is important to the mission of the College that we partner with southeast Nebraska. Offering a scholarship to displaced workers in Nebraska City is one more way to engage with the communities that have supported Peru State College.”

Hanson continues, “The College is dedicated to working with students. For more than 150 years, our faculty, staff and academic program have helped students build the future of Nebraska.”

Dr. Jesse Dorman, vice president of enrollment management and student affairs, adds, “The College will offer this scholarship to both new, returning and current college students. We feel this is the best way for Peru State to support the employees and families of Diversified Foods and Seasonings.”

Peru State College enjoys national recognition for its affordability. 13 majors with more than 40 options are available.

The College also offers a seamless transfer for students returning to school and a special degree, the Bachelors of Applied Science, for students with vocational degrees.

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Peru State College 600 Hoyt Street P.O. Box 10 Peru, NE 68421-0010 866-863-7620

https://www.peru.edu/news/2018/scholarshipstodiversifiedfoodemployeesandfamilies.html

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