Challenge Magazine

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY

FALL / WINTER 2010

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Lisa Williams Editor FALL / WINTER 2010

Dear Alumni and Friends of Tiffin University, In this issue, you will meet TU graduates and students whose education has made a difference – graduates who are fulfilled knowing their life choices have made a difference for themselves and others, plus students who have confidence that they will find that same success on their journey beyond TU. Success requires focus and direction. We all seek the sense of accomplishment that comes from achieving what we set out to do…it’s important to make plans – even if they change – so that at any moment, we know where we are headed and can track our progress.

The individuals you will meet in this issue are graduates Lauren Barnes & Heather Burkin, and students, Jessica Roderick, Ryan Webb, Ranell Hannis, and Jenna Hornyak.

A lot is going on at TU. In the pages ahead, you will find TU has two new apartment buildings that have been added to our Living Learning Community and work continues on construction of the new recreation center.

Our enrollment is at an all-time high and TU’s accreditation was reaffirmed for the maximum 10-year period. The accreditation of our School of Business has also been reaffirmed by the European Council of Business Education. TU was the first U.S. institution of higher education to receive accreditation from this European agency and today, is one of only three U.S. universities to have achieved this milestone.

Take time to read ClassScene. Everyone looks forward to hearing from you so I look forward to receiving your news.

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Lisa Williams Editor/Photographer Executive Director of Media Relations & Publications

Graphic Designer – Mary Ann Stearns

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19 ONWARD TO THE DAWN: A History of Tiffin University

28 HOMECOMING

37 ClassScene

44 InMemoriam

45 SportsScene

52 Hall of Fame

If this issue of Challenge Magazine is addressed to someone in your household who has moved, please notify the Alumni office by calling 419.448.3323 or email KoehlerS@tiffin.edu.

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How to send news to Challenge Magazine: Mail: Print out the Tell Us About Yourself form from the website - www.tiffin.edu (Click “Alumni”), Click “Stay Connected” - and mail to: Lisa Williams, 155 Miami Street, Tiffin, Ohio 44883 Call for interview appointment or story idea: Lisa Williams at 419.448.3444 Email: lwilliam@tiffin.edu (send a photo!)

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Making a Difference

Tiffin University is a place where we challenge our students to become all they are capable of becoming.

Hence, the name of the magazine.

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Alumni & Students Share Their Success

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A minute with Lauren ...

Lauren Barnes

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WHEN ENGINEERS FOR THE BOEING COMPANY TEST COMMERCIAL AIRPLANES, satellites, fighter jets or missiles, Lauren Barnes, ’08, is part of the team. The magna cum laude graduate of Tiffin University does financial analysis for Boeing’s Test & Evaluation Division.

“We do millions of hours of testing each year,” says Lauren. “For each mission, our product support must be successful. Testing is a huge part of that.” Lauren is responsible for long-range business planning, rate forecasting, and financial reporting for customers and her vice president.

It all started when Lauren, a native of Alvin, Texas, chose Tiffin University on a golf scholarship. “I originally went to Tiffin with the intention of getting an international business degree,” she recalls. “Then, I decided finance would compliment that well and give me greater flexibility.

After a few core marketing courses, I investigated the curriculum and realized it I could add that.”

Viola...a triple major! With the help of high school Advanced Placement credits and just one summer class, Tiffin’s curriculum made it possible to graduate on time.

“I enjoyed that Tiffin is a small school,” says Lauren. “I developed relationships with my professors and still keep in touch with four or five of them today. I’ve received a lot of personal and professional advice from them.

“They talked me through my career path while I was in

Hometown Alvin, Texas Major International Business, Finance, Marketing Class Status Graduate Favorite Book The Great Gatsby, Switch Favorite Movie Not a movie person, I’d rather be outside What you always wanted to be when you grew up? Supreme Court Justice What’s your dream vacation? Somewhere warm with no internet or cell phone service If you could choose anyone to have lunch with, who would it be and why? Jack Welch. He is viewed as one of the greatest business leaders of the decade and had to make a lot of tough decisions as the CEO of GE. I would be very interested to hear his thought process in this and hear his outlook on business strategies going forward.

school and it has helped me make decisions about pursuing my master’s degree since I graduated.” Lauren plans to begin her master’s degree in business administration at Washington University in St. Louis next fall.

That career path actually started in 2006 when she interned with Boeing’s Space Exploration Business Development Department in Houston. The following summer she interned with the Site Services business unit in Huntington Beach, Calif. At the end of that internship, she accepted an offer of full-time employment to begin at graduation. She was one of 30 graduates nationwide from Boeing’s prestigious Business Career Foundation Program, a two-year finance leadership development program, rotating through six jobs for four months each.

The 2008 Finance Graduate of the Year looks forward to expanding on her Tiffin University foundation and continues to golf, now, just for fun.

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sending a box of crayons or a pencil home with the student can make all the difference in the world. The best thing a teacher can do is make education as meaningful as possible, understand the home situation, and understand the child’s needs.”

Burkin – who was a member of this year’s first Master of Education graduating class at Tiffin University – now teaches second grade in Findlay.

Heather Burkin Her fellow teachers have instituted a “Clothe a Child” program, where money is raised to help children from financially burdened families purchase new clothes. At-risk students in the Findlay City Schools also can be recommended for free reading and math programs.

According to Burkin, those are the types of things that IN THIS AGE OF TECHNOLOGY, sometimes it’s difficult to build a student’s self confidence as well as increase his/her imagine that not every household has access to a computer potential toward success. and other devices designed to make life easier. While a “What we notice, especially at an early age, is that growing number of families in today’s economy struggle to children from all backgrounds typically love school. However, make ends meet, often parents must opt to make drastic many of them are also beginning to understand what is gocuts in the family’s budget. Sometimes those decisions have ing on at home, and anxiety can build up for these children,” an unintended, negative impact on a child’s education.

Burkin explains. “Our job is to make them less anxious and Teachers like TU graduate Heather Burkin are working continue to instill in them a love for school. At the middleto do something about that. When she began teaching in school level, teachers often have to be the people to reach the Findlay City School District eight years ago, Burkin was a out to the child, to motivate and challenge them. Often, member of the poverty committee, a group designed to help it takes one person in a child’s life to believe in them and educators be more effective at teaching children from lowmotivate them.” income families.

Working with children from challenged financial back“At the time, we had a high number of free and reducedgrounds has its rewards. She recalls one student she worked lunch students. The poverty committee followed the work of with on the middle-school level who came back to visit her Dr. Ruby Payne, who outlined in all of her books the types of during his senior year. “He was a very good student. His sispoverty, what poverty looks like, and ways to begin estabter lived at home and had a baby lishing meaningful education for at a young age, and his parents students living in poverty,” she A minute with Heather ... worked a couple jobs to make explains.

Hometown Clyde/Findlay, Ohio ends meet. As he got into high Armed with that information, Major Undergrad degree in Education, school I heard he was doing well, Burkin and her fellow teachers began Grades 1-8;Master of Education but struggling. I worried, because to give at-risk students a muchFavorite Book The Shack he was the kind of person to take needed boost.

Favorite Movie The Sound of Music that stress on himself,” she says.

“When educating students What you always wanted to be when you She discovered that story was desfrom low-income families, you grew up? Teacher tined for a happy ending when the have to be very aware of the child’s What’s your dream vacation? A cruise to the young man eventually informed situation at home,” she says, addCaribbean her he had received a scholarship ing that resources like the internet If you could choose anyone to have lunch to attend college. may not be available to families with, who would it be and why? I would For her, success stories like struggling financially. “Often, have lunch with Julie Andrews or my that are priceless. “There are these students may not even have grandmas. I would choose Julie Andrews times when teaching can become a pencil at home, and we have to because I think she has had an amazing extremely overwhelming, but it be aware of this.” career and is an inspiring person. I would only takes one thing a child says, “It can be too overwhelming also choose my grandmas because they or one activity in which they excel, to require so much of students both died before I really got to know who to make all of the stress disappear when they know that their situation they were and I would love for them to for a little while,” Burkin admits. at home is not the same as it is at know the person I am today.

“It’s the little things that are the school,” she continues. “Somemost rewarding.” times, something as simple as

Today, she works in the FBI’s office in Columbus, Ohio.

“I help the agents out with their cases,” she explains. “I assess what we know, what we don’t know and what we’re going to do about it. I help put our cases and subjects in context for the operational agents.”

While operational agents are obviously in the field, intelligence analysts aren’t chained to desks either. “I travel a Raenell Hannis

lot, usually around the United States,” says Raenell. “I spent three months in Guantanamo Bay on temporary assignment and 10 weeks training in Virginia.”

She’s had interesting experiences while still in school,

A WOULD-BE TERRORIST EMAILED A BOMB THREAT TO

preparing for a career that’s led to her current FBI position.

THE FBI on November 16, 2010. The target? Four buildings

Interning for the U.S. Secret Service in Cleveland in 2007,

at The Ohio State University. The ultimate result? Nothing.

she helped secure the sites where presidential candidates

Until that was determined, Raenell Hannis was one

campaigned. As a result she met President Barack Obama,

of the FBI intelligence analysts on the case. “I did the

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former president

tactical analysis, gathering information about the threat to

George Bush.

give to the operational agents who were on the scene,”

She also interned with the Seneca County (Ohio) Drug Task Force where she did underage alcohol buys. Too young

she says.

Some assume terrorism is a foreign threat. Raenell

to buy alcohol, she’d wear a wire into bars and retailers to

doesn’t. “Terrorists don’t always come from the outside,”

see if they’d sell to her. Then, she’d work with law enforce-

she says. “We also look at lone wolf or home grown terror-

ment on appropriate follow up.

The experiences added to the real-world perspective

ists here.”

Raenell prepared for her FBI job at Tiffin University.

that she valued from her Tiffin University professors, them-

In 2008 she earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice,

selves former FBI agents, U.S. Marshalls and other govern-

with a double major in forensic psychology and homeland

ment agents.

security/terrorism. She followed that in 2009 with a master’s

“Tiffin University professors incorporated things that you

degree in criminal justice and a concentration in homeland

really do experience in the real world,” she says. “They don’t

security administration.

just teach from the textbook.”

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A minute with Raenell ...

Hometown Valley City, Ohio Major Undergraduate - Forensic Psychology and Terrorism/Homeland Security Graduate - Master of Science in Criminal Justice; Homeland Security Administration Class Status Graduate Favorite Book My 365-Day Bible Favorite Movie Either The Wedding Planner or After the Sunset.

It really depends on my mood What you always wanted to be when you grew up? Growing up I always wanted to be an astronaut. It was shortly after a family member made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty that I chose a career in criminal justice.

What’s your dream vacation? I have quite the list going! One of my top choices is dining and wine tasting in Italy. I would love to see where my family came from.

If you could choose anyone to have lunch with, who would it be and why?

Ronald Reagan. So much common sense and humor... I could learn a lot from that man!

Criminal justice professors at Tiffin helped Jenna get and succeed in her internship. “They gave me the boost that I really needed,” she says. “They were happy to help me find an internship. They knew what I needed to prepare for the police academy. None of my classes with TU professors were The goal of the university’s internship program is on Jenna Hornyak

target. Students learn more about what they want to do and how to do it. “As I got to walk in the shoes of police

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boring. They made all four years really interesting,” she says.

officers, I understood that it is not all about booking inmates, but includes a large amount of paper work as well,”

BY FOURTH GRADE, Jenna Hornyak knew she wanted

says Jenna. “After meeting K-9’s and riding in a police

to be in law enforcement. Steady in her aspirations, she

cruiser, experiencing what police officers experience every

prepared for her career within Tiffin University’s Criminal

single day, I realized that I have made the right decision. I

Justice program. In May, she’ll graduate with a bachelor’s

know for a fact this is the type of work that I want to do for a

degree in law enforcement, ready for a stint in the Southern

living. I took this internship not only as a learning experi-

Ohio Police Academy. By Christmas 2011, she hopes to be

ence and class credit, but as one step closer in becoming a

in uniform.

police officer.”

Jenna wants to be a patrol officer and, eventually, a canine officer.

She knows what she’s talking about. Last summer, as a requirement for her degree, she lived the life. She spent

A minute with Jenna ...

more than 300 hours as a law enforcement intern in Ross

Hometown Chillicothe, Ohio Major Law Enforcement Class Status Senior Favorite Book Helter Skelter Favorite Movie The movie “FEAR” and the movie “IT” What you always wanted to be when you grew up?

A police officer What’s your dream vacation? Going to Germany If you could choose anyone to have lunch with, who would it be and why? Dog the Bounty Hunter because I love his show and he is intense and action packed!

County. Her hometown of Chillicothe is in Ohio’s Ross County.

“This internship was life changing and highly intense,” she says. “I got to feel and experience firsthand what it was like to work in a jail and go out on patrol. Working in a jail with inmates around me the whole time made me very aware of my surroundings.”

“Inmates would try to intimidate me. Every time they’d walk past me they’d whistle or say inappropriate things.

They’d try to break me,” she says. “I just had to show them it wouldn’t bother me.”

Jenna particularly liked being on patrol. “The most exciting part of my whole experience was to go on road patrol,” she says. “I like the rush, the interaction with different During road patrol, Jenna saw calls ranging from theft to suicide. “A guy was sitting in a graveyard next to his daughter’s grave stone,” recalls Jenna. “He told the officer he wanted to kill himself and that he didn’t want help. Two officers talked to him for about 45 minutes until his friends came to get him. I was impressed with how calm the officers acted even though the situation was very tense and serious.”

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varieties of people.”

a scholarship from the Department of Homeland Security’s Scholar and Fellows program. That scholarship covers junior and senior year tuition and provides a paid internship as well as a stipend while at school. When she graduates she’ll have a job with the Department of Homeland Security.

Her biggest interest right now is working for the U.S. Secret Service. But there are no guarantees for a recent Jessica Roderick

graduate. She can be placed anywhere in the continental United States based on her major and the department’s needs.

“I’m waiting to see what fits,” she says. “I’m hoping the

JESSICA RODERICK IS GOING INTO THE FAMILY

internship and my job will give me a better sense of what I

BUSINESS. Both parents work for the Department of

want to do.”

Defense. Doing what? She can’t say. Jessica plans for something much the same. Tiffin University is the first step in her plan.

Three years ago when she was choosing a university, Jessica looked hard for the right place. While far from her

A minute with Jessica ...

home in Pasadena, Maryland, she liked TU’s reputation, size

Hometown Pasadena, Maryland Major Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, & Cyber Security Class Status Junior Favorite Book The Catcher in the Rye Favorite Movie The Deep What you always wanted to be when you grew up?

A Secret Agent (lol) What’s your dream vacation? Relaxing on the beaches in the Bahamas; no worries.

If you could choose anyone to have lunch with, who would it be and why? Leonardo DaVinci because he was a great inventor and creator. The mind is a wonderful thing, and I feel he mastered all of life’s equations with his tools. I am just so curious about what went through his mind while he was developing the world’s most treasured possessions today, such as the Mona Lisa.

and teaching staff.

“Because Tiffin University offered so many majors, I did not have to decide on just one,” she says.

Now a junior, Jessica is the first criminal justice student to choose three majors – Homeland Security/Terrorism, Law Enforcement, and Cyber Defense and Information Security.

The combination has advantages. “The Homeland Security/Terrorism major offers me insight on how our government works, which departments are designated what information, and the process of disseminating that information,” says Jessica. “Law Enforcement gives me an understanding of procedures, while contributing to the concept of law. And, my Cyber Defense and Information Security major keeps me updated on new techniques to combat the abuse of technological systems, such as the Internet.”

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and staff are unlike any other you’ll meet,” she notes “The professors teach from experience, not just the book. They give students insight from their personal experiences.”

Jessica looked for a university with small classes. “I wanted the teachers to know who I was,” she says. “If I were in a big school, I wouldn’t be doing as well as I am. Here if I miss a homework assignment, they’ll actually take time out of their day and say let’s do it this way.”

Jessica is one of just 30 students nationwide to receive

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basketball,’” Webb recalls.

He soon discovered what they meant. His involvement in a variety of TU organizations, including the Business Professionals of America (he has served as vice president of both the Tiffin Chapter and the Ohio Post-Secondary Association), the Student African-American Brotherhood, as well as his employment in residence life, the undergraduate and graduate admissions offices and his job as a supplemental Ryan Webb instructor/peer leader and pc tech in ITS, helped him to grow and mature beyond the world of sports.

Webb’s big break came this past summer, when he landed an internship at the Marathon Oil Corporation, working as a business analyst in the Information Technology Department.

AS A 10-YEAR-OLD BOY GROWING UP ON THE WEST “It was a very good experience, working alongside SIDE OF DETROIT, Ryan Webb hoped that his true love – corporate business people and attending meetings,” he basketball – would someday be his ticket to future success. says. “It allowed me to gain corporate exposure and gave By the time he got to high school, however, the possibility of me the chance to work on real projects that actually affected that seemed rather unlikely. the company. I sat in on meetings that allowed me to gain Webb had been an honor student/athlete throughout knowledge of projects and of how business works. middle school, but during his sophomore year at Renais“Since I was a business analyst at Marathon, I had the sance High – a demanding college prep school – the young chance to schedule my own meetings with different employman neglected the rigorous course of study and suddenly ees in different departments – including supervisors and found himself ineligible to play the sport he loved. managers,” he continued. “In addition, I was the business Ryan Webb, however, was no quitter. He regrouped analyst and project manager for a group project involving the academically, and by the time he was a senior, coaches from interns. Although I was among interns from bigger colleges all over the area were scouting the young hardcourt standlike The Ohio State University and the University of Toledo, I out. It was Tiffin University’s assistant basketball coach who made sure that none of them will forget The Tiffin University.” finally convinced Webb that TU was the institution where he Webb admits he’s happy he stayed at TU. It’s a place for could blossom. which he will harbor fond memories when he graduates next During his four years in Tiffin, Webb did excel. But ironispring. cally, sports had little to do with his success.

“I don’t think you can ever be over prepared, but I feel “During my sophomore year, I had a lot of knee like I can leave here and compete problems that caused me not to for a job with students from MIT,” perform to the best of my abilihe says. “I have just as much A minute with Ryan ... ties,” admits the TU senior. “After experience as they do.”

Hometown Detroit, Michigan that, the head coach resigned and After spending three weeks Dual Major Computer Information Technology I had to decide whether I wanted and Cyber-Defense & Information Security studying in London, Webb plans to transfer to another school and Class Status Senior to attend graduate school and play basketball, or not know what Favorite Movie Finding Forrester later obtain a law degree. “Hopethe future held, as far as me playWhat you always wanted to be when you fully, I’ll eventually work my way ing in Tiffin.” grew up? Professional Basketball Player up to a management position in a By that time, other colleges What’s your dream vacation? To go to a land Fortune 500 company,” he says. “I were attempting to lure Webb where people are genuine and the joy and think I’m in the “lucky” generation away from Tiffin. His conversahappiness outweighs the pain and hurt. for most companies. Many Baby tions, though, with several Tiffin If you could choose anyone to have lunch Boomers are retiring, so there’s University staff members made with, who would it be and why? God, going to be a lot of upward movehim realize there were some lifeso I could thank him for forgiving me, ment for my generation.” everything that he has done for me and changing opportunities awaiting For Ryan Webb, perhaps that will do in the future. him if he stayed. “They told me, will be a slam dunk!

‘You have to look at life after

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Updates TIFFIN UNIVERSITY ENROLLMENT INCREASES BY 45%

NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

LASS SS CENE CCAMPUS CENE

The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Ohio reported that the statewide leader in growth this year was Tiffin University.

Tiffin University’s total enrollment for the fall 2010 semester is 4,940, which represents a 45% increase over the 3,422 students enrolled in the fall of 2009 and a seven-year increase of 230% compared with the total of 1,500 enrolled in the fall of 2003. The University offers master’s, bachelor’s, and associate’s degree programs at the Tiffin campus, at other locations in Ohio, in four foreign countries, and online.

A total of 519 new undergraduates enrolled on the Tiffin campus, which is the largest entering class in the University’s history. According to TU President Paul Marion, “Our dramatic enrollment growth reflects the University’s strong academic reputation and the satisfaction of our students.”

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New concentrations have been implemented in Healthcare Administration within the ABA degree and in Elder Care Management within the BBA degree completion program and the MBA program. Other new academic programs include a concentration in Green Technologies within the undergraduate major in General Science and MBA concentrations in Finance, International Business, Human Resource Management, and Marketing.

Fall Semester

SENATOR BROWN VISITS TU NEW STUDENT HOUSING FACILITIES Four student apartment buildings have been constructed on the south side of Miami Street on property that was formerly a scrap yard. Approximately 240 juniors, seniors, and graduate students reside in this Living Learning Community, and each building includes a room that is used for classes, social events, and other programs and activities. Also, a new residence hall, which will house 100 sophomores, is scheduled to be ready for occupancy by August.

Senator Sherrod Brown

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U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, spoke near Tiffin University’s LivingLearning Community in September.

Senator Brown supported TU’s successful application for an EPA grant to remediate the former Rosenblatt scrap yard property on Miami Street.

Updates INTERNATIONAL FOCUS

SHARE THE PRIDE,, BUILD ON TRADITION

A total of 124 students from 26 foreign countries are enrolled on the Tiffin campus this fall. Also, TU delivers academic degree programs in Romania, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Taiwan.

TU is in the middle of “Share the Pride, Build on Tradition,” the largest capital campaign in its history. The campaign is designed to raise money for the new recreation center, endowed student scholarships and other improvements. The public phase of the campaign kicked off in June and has now raised approximately $9 million of the $12 million goal.

NEW RECREATION CENTER

STRICKLAND VISITS TIFFIN UNIVERSITY

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Governor Ted Strickland

One section of the recreation center that is under construction on the former scrap yard property on the north side of Miami Street will include an indoor track and courts for volleyball, basketball, and tennis. The other section will have an artificial turf field for practices of the football, softball, baseball, women’s lacrosse, and men’s and women’s soccer teams. All of the facilities will also be available for intramural and club sports, as well as for general recreation by TU students and employees and by individuals and organizations in the local community. The recreation center will also have offices for coaches, locker rooms, and a lobby/food court area.

Governor Ted Strickland visited Tiffin University in September to take a look at the construction site on the former Rosenblatt scrap yard where the new recreation center is under construction. The cleanup of the site was partially funded by a Clean Ohio grant that his administration helped disburse.

During a program in Osceola Theatre, TU President Paul Marion expressed appreciation for the assistance provided by the State of Ohio, the city of Tiffin and the federal government. “Tiffin University received three grants that helped us clean up the scrap yard on the periphery of campus that has been a polluted eyesore for many years,” he said.

TU Accreditation RE-AFFIRMED THROUGH 2020

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The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools notified Tiffin University that the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approved the site team’s recommendation to re-affirm accreditation to the maximum period allowed—10 years.

Tiffin University’s accreditation is at the master’s degree level and includes online delivery, as well as sites in several foreign countries and at various locations in Ohio in addition to the Tiffin campus. The HLC is one of six regional accrediting agencies in the U.S. that provide institutional accreditation. Accreditation by the Commission and by other nationally-recognized agencies provides assurance to prospective students and the public that an institution meets the agency’s requirements and criteria.

The final report by the visiting team observed that “Tiffin University operates with integrity and provides a student-centered culture offering focused services and programs designed toward individual student success.”

The report also stated, “Tiffin University is a committed and engaged partner in the Tiffin community, the faculty members are committed to student learning and success, and a life of service is embedded into the TU campus culture.”

The report noted that “since the last HLC visit, TU has dramatically changed the academic profile of the typical campus undergraduate student. This decision alone has helped TU’s retention of students increase substantially.”

TU’s World Student Association NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WELCOMED

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President Paul Marion officially welcomed new students from China, Russia, Canada, Brazil, Estonia, Uganda, United Kingdom, Peru, Norway, Australia and Uganda during the University’s annual World Student Association International Flag Ceremony in October. International students new to Tiffin University presented their countries’ flags to President Marion and entertainment was provided by the Tiffin University Choir.

Cultural exchange between all students, faculty, staff and the community continues to flourish through the activities of TU’s World Student Association, which include international fashion shows, a community dinner offering native foods and entertainment, the sponsorship of Diversity Week, and the co-sponsoring of social activities on campus.

Faculty and Staff Accomplishments

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Celinda Scherger

Dr. Sherry Truffin

Dr. Vincent Moore

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Celinda Scherger, Director of Alumni Relations at TU, was awarded the Ernest A. Sheetz Mentor Award by the Independent College Advancement Associates (IACC). The award recognizes an advancement professional who has displayed outstanding mentoring skills.

ICAA was established in 1958 to enhance the professional development of its members and their understanding of issues facing private higher education and institutional advancement. There are currently 90 member institutions from Ohio and the bordering states with membership approaching 1,300 individual staff members from these colleges, universities, and related institutions.

Having served both on the Executive Board and as a past-President of ICAA, Scherger was recognized for her demonstrated commitment to both the organization and to Tiffin University.

“Celinda has provided great service to her profession and alma mater. It is important for advancement professionals to understand that they are stewards, and Celinda has always put the students and alumni of Tiffin University first,” said Dr. Michael Grandillo, Vice President for Development and Public Affairs.

Dr. Sherry Truffin, Associate Professor of English and Director of the new Center for Teaching Excellence presented, “Grotesque Landscapes in Flannery O’Connor and Toni Morrison,” at the American Literature Association’s Fiction Symposium in October in Savannah, Georgia.

During her presentation, Truffin discussed the uneasy relationship of two prize-winning authors to the American realist tradition.

The TU professor points out that because the work of O’Connor and Morrison is often bizarre, it is ordinarily regarded as outside of the mainstream realist tradition in American fiction. Nevertheless, O’Connor referred to herself as a “realist of distances,” while Morrison’s work is sometimes linked to the “magical realist” work of Latin American writers such as Gabriel García Márquez.

According to Truffin, the two very different novels, O’Connor’s satiric Wise Blood and Toni Morrison’s lyrical Song of Solomon, illustrate the point. In these novels, “characters are empowered to influence and to be influenced by radically animate fictional worlds— worlds in which most conventional western distinctions between humans, animals, plants, and even objects are dissolved. These worlds are presented as both causes and effects, rather than either causes or effects, of the characters’ perceptions.” For Truffin, a close examination of the fluid inner and outer worlds of the characters in each novel reveals “a profound psychological realism” that may be easily overlooked.

In May, Dr. Vincent Moore taught a two-week class titled “Pedagogical and Analytic Approaches to Harry Potter” at Tiffin University. The same course was offered in the fall curriculum. “I’ve been using ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ in my Introduction to Literature classes since 1999,” Moore said. “I had been waiting for the whole series to be finished to teach a course in it. In 2007, the final book hit the stands. Right away I proposed a summer course on the subject.”

Moore said one of the benefits of the Harry Potter series is it can be used to teach in a number of fields. “In my class, we approach the series mainly from a literary analysis perspective and from a teaching perspective. From an analytic point of view, the Harry Potter books are rich in literary allusion and deeper meaning. For prospective teachers, Harry Potter can be used as a jumping off point to discuss censorship, Civil Rights, women’s roles and more.

In addition, the books can teach about the use of language and etymology [the origin and development of words],” he said.

“English literature doesn’t have to be dry and boring,” Moore said.

“Students can learn about literature and enjoy themselves by reading fun stories.

Maybe after Harry Potter, they can learn to enjoy Shakespeare, Steinbeck and other authors.”

Dr. Jonathan Appel

Dr. William McCorkle

DR. JONATHAN APPEL

DR. WILLIAM MCCORKLE

Faculty member Dr. Mary Grennen presented at the Mid-Atlantic Popular American Culture Association Conference in October in Alexandria, Virginia.

As Assistant Professor of English and Director of Theatre Arts at Tiffin University, Dr. Grennen discussed the social, political and cultural milieus as influential elements in Euripides’ Medea, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and Miller’s Death of a Salesman as part of a panel discussion focused on “environment in literature.”

In particular, she addressed the role of 5th Century Athenian women, the strict laws pertaining to marriage, and Athens’ ethnocentric mindset pitted against Medea’s connection to a decidedly inferior culture. In detailing Hamlet’s political and domestic strife, she equated the rottenness of Denmark with a quagmire of corruption, and discussed Shakespeare’s interweaving of the divergent Elizabethan notions about ghosts.

In conclusion, Dr. Grennen discussed Willy Loman as an embodiment of the post-war consciousness of self-worth in an American workforce punctured by ruthless competition and disillusionment.

Dr. Jonathan Appel, Associate Professor in Psychology and Criminal Justice at Tiffin University, presented at the Ohio Psychological Association’s Annual Convention. The event was held in Columbus in November.

The topic of his workshop was on the science of mindfulness practices psychology and psychotherapy. Mindfulness Therapy brings together the ancient practices of mindfulness meditation and modern cognitive therapy.

Proponents of mindfulness state that it is an ideal practice for cultivating greater awareness of the unity of mind and body, as well as unconscious thoughts, feelings and behaviors, which can undermine emotional and physical health.

Dr. Appel’s presentation objectively and critically surveyed the rise in the blending of these two approaches, while examining the science around it.

He also presented his current empirical research on mindfulness as related to Bowenian Family Systems Theory. He has worked in the field of Behavioral Health for over two decades. He has worked with individuals, groups, families, and organizations as a counselor, psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, program director, consultant, and educator.

Peter Lang Inc. has published a new book by Dr. William (Lee) W. McCorkle, Jr. Ritualizing the Disposal of the Deceased: From Corpse to Concept is volume number 40 in the Toronto Series in Religion, edited by Professor Donald Wiebe of the University of Toronto. The book is available at all major bookstores, as well as online through Amazon.

McCorkle is an Assistant Professor of Psychology, History and the Social Sciences at the Ivy Bridge College at Tiffin University. He is an evolutionary and cognitive anthropologist interested in ritual, language and communication.

“Ritualizing the Disposal of the Deceased traces mortuary behavior from the early fossil record to modern religious contexts in diverse cultural settings,” McCorkle explains. “By using archival and ethnographic evidence from Buddhist traditions, the book highlights the disparity between doctrines that contradict actual practices performed by Buddhists themselves.”

He adds that by appealing to the evolved cognitive architecture of human minds, his research argues that ritualized disposal behavior is the by-product of mental systems designed to handle living people. “Due to complex social intelligence, humans are compelled to handle dead people in ritualized behaviors and to represent them in counterintuitive ways,” he says.

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DR. MARY GRENNEN

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Dr. Mary Grennen

Faculty and Staff Accomplishments

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Dr. Bruce Bowlus

Dr. James Rovira

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DR. JAMES ROVIRA

Dr. Bruce Bowlus, Associate Professor of History, authored a new book focusing on the development of a transportation delivery system for iron ore on the Great Lakes. McFarland and Company published the book, entitled Iron Ore Transport on the Great Lakes: The Development of a Delivery System to Feed American Industry, in July.

Bowlus spent years of research in archives and libraries around the Great Lakes, together with visits to key locations, both above and below water. “The growth of American industrial power in the period following the Civil War came to rely heavily on the availability of mass-produced steel,” he says.

“Much has been written about the rise of the steel industry under the guidance of magnates like Andrew Carnegie, and the transportation and production systems that relied on this steel. But where did the quality iron ore required to produce it originate?”

Bowlus says that increasingly, the iron ore came from mines located in the isolated and distant region along the southern shores of Lake Superior. “The extraction and transportation of this remarkably high-grade ore to mills near the southern lake shores proved to be challenging,” he explains. “It required innovative thinking, daring leadership, an evolution in Constitutional interpretation, and tremendous capitalization before the ore could arrive in the quantity needed to meet the needs of American industry.”

The TU professor’s research of the period from 18801900 shows the culmination of this interrelated process.

“Developments since that period have, for the most part, been refinements to what was created during this one 20year span,” he says.

More information about the new book can be obtained at the McFarland and Company website at http:// www.mcfarlandpub.com/book-2.php?id=978-0-7864-3326-1.

Dr. James Rovira, Assistant Professor of English, presented the paper, “Blake’s Urizen and Updike’s Roger’s Version,” at the American Literature Association’s Fiction Symposium, in October, in Savannah, Georgia. During his presentation, Rovira argued that John Updike’s Roger’s Version redefines the contemporary debate between empirical science and religious faith.

“Updike achieves this by making empirical science the ground upon which two very different forms of religious consciousness struggle,” he says. “In the novel, research assistant Dale Kohler commits himself to empirically proving the existence of God, approaching divinity school Professor Roger Lambert for a research grant to do so. Lambert, on the other hand, opposes him and any idea of a quantifiably demonstrable God. Both men believe in God, yet each demeans the other’s faith, precisely upon the point of the relationship between each believer’s faith and empirical science.”

The TU professor explains that Lambert’s and Kohler’s dispute is not unique. “Instead, it recreates the dispute between two very different religious phenomenologies that clashed over the role of empirical science as a result of the rise of Newtonian thought –Romantic/organic and Enlightenment/ mechanical philosophies.”

He notes that the work of William Blake comprises one of the first full and conscious engagements of an organic consciousness with a mechanical one in his presentation of the struggle between the characters of Los and Urizen.

“Reading the Kohler/Lambert debate in terms of the struggle between Los and Urizen in Blake’s mythological works not only contextualizes Updike’s novel within a longer debate of which it is a part, but illustrates how the ground of that debate has changed from the late eighteenth century to the present.”

Dr. Mike Grandillo

TU Class Circa 1900’s

DR. MICHAEL GRANDILLO HAS WRITTEN A BOOK, “Onward to the Dawn: A History of Tiffin University,” published by Reedy Press of St. Louis.

The book tells Tiffin University’s story, from its founding as a Commercial College at Heidelberg College to its gradual, but dramatic transformation into a successful university.

Through highly documented text and more than 240 historical photographs, maps, graphs and artifacts, the book illuminates the events, people and venues that have made Tiffin University the institution it is today.

Though the book is an historical analysis of the creation and evolution of Tiffin University from 1888 to 1939, it also connects readers to the history and culture of America through an examination of the economic, social and educational events of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century’s. “Onward to the Dawn” paints a vivid picture of the themes that are important in the histories of most colleges and universities: the university movement, local boosterism, the commercial college movement, the prowess of spirited educational entrepreneurs, and forces of war, depression and rapid industrial expansion.

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“Michael Grandillo’s definitive history of Tiffin University is a delight to read,” said John Oliver, Emeritus Professor of History at Malone College and Editor of “Cradles of Conscience: Ohio’s Independent Colleges and Universities.”

“For historians of higher education in our world today, Grandillo opens windows into a long-neglected phenomenon – the rise of commercial or business schools in the United States and the process through which the best of these evolved into comprehensive universities with strong programs in liberal arts and sciences. I trust this book will one day serve as a plumb-line for future generations who want to understand this transformative experience in higher education in the United States.”

Grandillo is Vice President for Development and Public Affairs of Tiffin University where he is responsible for fundraising, campus development, alumni relations, government relations, and public affairs. He has more than 30 years of experience in higher education and has held enrollment management and development positions at Heidelberg College and Ohio Northern University. He also is an adjunct professor of political science at TU. He has served in a variety of government positions and has held numerous leadership positions in community and religious organizations. He has a B.A. in political science from Ohio Northern, a M.S. in education from The University of Dayton, and a Ph.D. in higher education and history from The University of Toledo. At the University of Toledo, Grandillo received the Outstanding Dissertation Award.

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“Onward to the Dawn: A History of Tiffin University” is available through the Tiffin University bookstore at www.tiffin.edu, by calling 419-448-3282 or by using the order form on page 54. The book will be available online at Amazon in early 2011.

School of Business SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EARNS RE-ACCREDITATION

Dr. Laura Mays

Dr. John Millar

Dr. Lillian Schumacher

The European Council for Business Education (ECBE) has re-accredited Tiffin University’s School of Business for a five-year period, the maximum amount of time ECBE offers its accreditation. In 2005, TU was the first U.S. institution of higher education to receive accreditation from this agency.

TU PROFESSORS WIN BEST PRESENTATION AWARD Drs. Lillian Schumacher, John Millar and Laura Mays received the award for the best presentation at the 2010 ACBSP Regional Conference in Richmond, Indiana. The theme of the conference was, “Managing Business Education in the New Fiscal Reality.” Their presentation on the effect of the global downturn on TU programs overseas focused on redesigning financial models to help overseas partners maintain sustainability through difficult economic times. Next summer, they will deliver the presentation at the national conference in Indianapolis, Indiana as part of the “Best in Region” conference session.

“I think people realized that the financial models we developed to assist our partners during this period are also portable, transparent examples of ways institutions can adapt to less-than-ideal economic conditions without cutting programs or giving up on expansion activities,” Dr. Mays said when she learned of the award.

Dr. Schumacher added that although the models resulted from a difficult situation, TU was able to “use the experience to actually expand overseas programs in ways that were previously unexplored.” She emphasized that TU “faced the new fiscal reality, we did not surrender to it.”

All three professors hold positions on ACBSP committees and boards. Dr. Millar is a Commissioner on the Baccalaureate and Graduate Board, Dr. Schumacher is a member of the Region Four Global Education Committee, and Dr. Mays has been appointed as Chair of the Scholar Practitioner Committee.

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HAYES PRESENTS TO TU’S BUSINESS CLUB Tiffin University Trustee, Dr. David Hayes, spoke to TU’s Business Club in October. After returning from Vietnam, Dr. Hayes graduated from Tiffin University with associate and bachelor’s degrees in business while working full-time during the day and attending classes in the evening. Hayes went on to earn a master’s degree from Dayton University and later received an honorary doctorate from TU. He has spent much of his professional career as part owner of Midwest StampDr. David Hayes ing – an automotive parts company based in Bowling Green, Ohio.

For many years, David Hayes split his time between Japan and America on company business. He was part of pioneering efforts to promote Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOP), and his company received high praise for inventing the “crumple zone” life-saving materials used in automobiles all around the world. In addition to Midwest Stamping, he has also owned several radio stations, a retail motorcycle company and a commercial realty development business. He and his wife, Patty, recently built a home in Florida noted for its revolutionary green design.

Today, TU is one of only three U.S. universities to have achieved this milestone.

In April, ECBE representatives reviewed TU’s business programs on the Tiffin campus, in Bucharest, Romania and Prague, Czech Republic. TU’s School of Business is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). “The increasingly international scope of business makes it important for TU to provide a global focus for our students, both in the U.S. and abroad, and ECBE accreditation is evidence of our success,” said President Marion.

The Chairman of the ECBE team, Dr. Robert Rietbroeck from the Netherlands, commented, “TU was the first school of business in the United States to approach us about European accreditation. It was obvious to us that TU was providing a new model for business education in Europe. It is a model that has been sustainable for ten years, and ECBE commends TU for its foresight and the high quality of its programs.”

The ECBE team was impressed with the way in which TU remained “true to its fundamental philosophy” while remaining flexible in understanding cultural differences and providing for the needs of its increasingly diverse student body.

School of Criminal Justice FOCUS ON AFGHANISTAN

TERRORISM AND CRISIS SITUATIONS

Peggy Mason at lunch with CJ Students

Concannon presented “Terrorism: Collaborative efforts of Federal, State, and Local Agencies.”

Joe Concannon

Joe Concannon is a founder of the New York Metro InfraGard Member Alliance. His 25-year law enforcement career with the NYPD has included planning citywide emergency management protocols and operations in New York City. During the past 10 years, Concannon has been responsible for developing the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management and coordinating the response to all large-scale emergencies within the City of New York.

Robert Chenoweth spent 13 years as a patrol officer, armorer and trainer with the North Royalton, Ohio police department. He is currently employed by the Broward County, Florida Sheriff’s Office, where he holds the rank of Sergeant. He has served as a field training deputy, “use of force” trainer, patrol supervisor and field force grenadier squad leader. Additionally, he is an adjunct instructor at both the Broward College and Palm Beach College police academies. His awards include the Bronze Star medal, Meritorious Service medal, Iraq Campaign medal, Army Commendation medal and the Combat Action badge.

School of Arts & Sciences NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE Tiffin University, Heidelberg University and SouthEastern WaterSpider collaborated to help promote Native American culture with a special drum circle event in September on TU’s campus. Miriam Fankhauser, Associate Professor of English and Humanities, says the drum circle was intertribal, and that everyone in attendance was invited to participate. “Students and the community learned authentic Native American dances while experiencing the traditional clothing, music, songs and rhythm from Southeastern U.S. tribes,” she remarked.

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Peggy Mason, former Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations, delivered a special program, “Afghanistan Pathways to Peace: Is Diplomacy the Forgotten Road?” in September. The event was sponsored by TU’s School of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences.

“The program focused on the unique situation that the global community currently finds itself regarding diplomacy,” remarks R. James Orr, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and National Security Studies. “The conflict in Afghanistan was used to illustrate different methods of conflict resolution other than aggressive actions.”

Peggy Mason served as Canada’s Ambassador for Disarmament from 1989 until 1994. In 1994-1995, she chaired an Expert Study on the U.N. Special Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency. During 2000-2001, Ambassador Mason was the Advisor to the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade on small arms and light weapons control. More recently, she has been the Chair of the Executive Committee of PEACEBUILD, which is an organization that works to foster peace between peoples that have historically been aggressive towards each other. More information on PEACEBUILD and its work can be found on its website, www.peacebuild.ca.

Sgt. Robert Chenoweth

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Tiffin University’s School of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences hosted two nationally recognized experts on terrorism and crisis situations in September.

Joe Concannon and Sgt. Robert Chenoweth presented two programs to TU students and the community:

Sgt. Robert Chenoweth discussed “First Response Methods and Operations during Crisis Situations.”

Student Support Programs ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Tiffin University’s Student Success Center (SSC) helps students become more effective and efficient learners. The goal of the Student Success Center is to help every student who enrolls at Tiffin become a successful graduate.

Students may visit the Center, located in Friedley Hall, for individual or group tutoring. All tutors are trained to assist students with basic study skills problems. Tutors have also demonstrated superior ability in certain subjects that enable them to provide help related to specific courses.

TU students do not have to use a tutor to work in the Student Success Center. It is often just the environment needed to work on some homework or a major project. There are computers and printers available to students and larger tables are available for group study.

SSC are managed by graduate assistants.

This year, the SSC has added coursespecific tutors in the areas of Chemistry, Business Law, and Arabic. As professors and students identify areas that need support, the Center makes every attempt to provide academic assistance.

The SSC also sponsors English and test preparation workshops. The English sessions support composition classes. They address basic writing issues and also cover the principles of documentation according to

academic style sheets like the APA and MLA formats. The test preparation sessions are held before midterm and final exams. They are focused on how to study for the exams. They also encourage students and help reduce anxiety related to exams.

In the spring, the SSC will expand its resources to open a quiet study room – a place with minimal distractions.

This expansion comes as the result of student requests for a very quiet place to study.

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Dr. Gene Crutsinger

Dr. Gene Crutsinger was named Dean of the Academic Support Programs last summer and his office (along with the other members of this important group of services) provides a variety of services to assist students with their academic work. These services are referred to as Academic Support Programs.

Academic Support Programs include peer tutoring in virtually every course offered at Tiffin University. Peer tutors are recommended by various professors and receive training in how to best assist students to master basic study skills, as well as course-specific information. The day-to-day operations of the

ACADEMIC ADVISING Academic advising is an important part of the education and academic process which provides students with a framework for planning educational and career goals. The responsibility of the academic advising program, directed

by Judy Gardner, is to provide student-centered, developmental advising to prepare students for successful careers and for productive and satisfying lives of excellence, leadership and service. Most importantly, academic advising helps students learn how to help themselves.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT Carol McDannell, Director of Career Development, coordinates the Career Development Program. Students begin working with Carol in their first year to identify their future professional goals. Throughout their academic work, the Career Development staff guides them toward internships and employment contacts, and the office remains available to alumni who need career assistance.

DISABILITY SERVICES The Disability Services Support Program is coordinated by Sally Kloepfer. In this office, students find assistance that enables them to compensate for physical and learning disabilities of all kinds. The coordinator works with students and professors to ensure that every person admitted has an equal opportunity to complete her or his degree requirements.

Christmas at The Ritz

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Christmas at the Ritz TU Student Danielle Glason

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The 4th annual Tiffin concert “Christmas at The Ritz” was held in December with seven TU groups performing a fun and family-friendly mix of traditional, pop, rock, jazz and r&b holiday music. The program also featured the Krout Elementary Afterschool Kids Choir, a ensemble of students in grades 3-5, joining the TU groups for two selections.

“Because of the diverse and fun mix of music, it’s really one of the most entertaining holiday programs one could imagine,” said Elijah Vazquez, TU’s new Director of Instrumental Music.

“It was fun preparing the music, and helping our audience kick off the holiday season.”

Proceeds from the concert went to two charities – one local and one national – to help those in the fight with cancer. Last year’s Christmas at The Ritz concert raised nearly $2000 for charity.

New Music Department Appointments The Tiffin University Music Department recently appointed Elijah Vazquez as Director of Instrumental Music and Doug Neel as Director of Commercial Music.

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Elijah Vazquez was formerly the Director of music courses, and serves as advisor for the TU Bands for Harvey High School in Painesville, Concert Production Team.

Ohio, and is an accomplished jazz drummer, havNeel is an accomplished jazz and classical ing performed with The Cleveland Jazz Orchestrombonist and guitarist, having performed with tra, and having shared the stage with Mulgrew a wide range of artists, including Aretha Franklin, Miller, Sean Jones, Howard Johnson, Tony MonaRain Over Sunday, and the Welsh Hills Symphony cco, Dominic Farinacci, and many others. He Orchestra, as well as jazz ensembles of his own. has also recorded with the Huge World Project, He is an affiliated artist for Edwards Trombones Matt Skitzki, Dr. Rob Howard, Jacob Wynne and a performing artist for Benedetto Guitars.

Elijah Vazquez and La Revancha. Vazquez has produced and Neel has served as an adjunct instructor at engineered for Muamin Collective, San Goodee, Bowling Green State University, where he taught Leroi da Moor, and others. guitar and served as director of the Vocal Jazz Vazquez is a graduate of Case Western ReEnsembles and the Jazz Guitar Ensemble. He serve University, where he received his master’s has also served in adjunct positions at Tiffin degree in music education and was a member University, Terra Community College, and the of the CWRU Jazz Ensemble. A 2004 graduUniversity of Findlay. He has also held teaching ate of Bowling Green State University, he was a positions at the Contemporary Arts Studio in Hillthree-time recipient of the E. Printy Arthur Award iard, OH, Mount Vernon Nazarene University, and for Excellence in Jazz Performance, as well as the Creative Arts Program in Bowling Green, OH. a recipient of the E. Bernice Coulon award for Neel holds a Master of Music degree in Jazz Doug Neel Percussion Performance.

Studies from BGSU with a dual specialization in In his position at Tiffin University, Vazquez Trombone Performance and Jazz Guitar. He also directs the TU Marching Band, the touring jazz/rock/funk holds a bachelor’s degree from Capital University. combo, the Percussion Ensemble, and activities in the univer“We are very excited to have such outstanding musicians sity’s recording studio. and teachers joining us on our staff,” said Brad Rees, director of Tiffin University’s music department. “The expertise and In the newly-established position of Director of Commercial background of both these fantastic pro musicians will both Music, Doug Neel directs jazz and rock combos, conducts strengthen what we already have in place at TU and allow for the TU Concert Band, teaches private guitar bass lessons and growth into some exciting new areas.”

In October, Tiffin University’s Concert Production Team invited singer/song writer Daphne Willis to campus to host a seminar for students majoring in music industry, communication, marketing, or management. The Team provided an insider’s perspective on the music business.

Daphne discussed labels, the indie artist team, touring, songwriting, recording and promotion and she performed a concert in the evening in the Osceola Theatre.

TU’s Concert Production Team hosted the captivating band, Winslow, to campus this fall for a free concert for students. Winslow has been breaking through generational barriers with their timeless music for years. They were voted Cleveland’s Best Original Band for their blend of soul, funk, rock, and jazz that has been called a “musical breath of fresh air.”

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In addition to performances from the host groups, the festival featured additional marching bands from Clyde, Hopewell-Loudon, Upper Sandusky, Bucyrus and Fremont Ross. The Tiffin Columbian High School Marching Band performed a high energy rock/funk show, while the Tiffin University Marching Band featured hit music from hit video games.

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Art — The Diane Kidd Gallery TU HOSTS OHIO COLLAGE SOCIETY EXHIBITION

Diane Kidd

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ARTIST DIANE KIDD RETURNS TO TU Diane Kidd returned to TU in September with more than 30 watercolor paintings in an exhibition titled “From Here to There.”

The Diane Kidd Gallery is named in honor of the influential artist, who was one of its co-founders and has been a leading supporter of the arts and arts education for most of her life. A nationally recognized artist, Diane Kidd’s watercolors are in numerous private and corporate collections.

Kidd said she was excited about returning to TU to exhibit her paintings. “Of the 30-plus new watercolors, five were part of my ‘Doors of Hancock’ series,” she said. Included in the series, were eight scenes from Nova Scotia and several new glimpses of Hancock, New Hampshire.

“From Here to There” reflected Diane’s varied interests, her capacity to enjoy, and her desire to interpret many different subjects. “I am drawn to things that interest me,” she said, “because I paint what I like – my paintings are very personal and it pleases me when others enjoy my work.”

The diversity of the world landscape offers Diane Kidd a rich and never-ending source for inspiration and interpretation. Whether in Europe, Nova Scotia, or her current home in New Hampshire, she views the world as a series of potential paintings. Her paintings are interpretations of scenic and architectural subjects she has seen walking along a beach or through the woods – riding in the country – or walking along a quiet street. Her talent is seeing beauty in the ordinary and her ability is bringing that beauty out for others to enjoy.

Diane Kidd earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Beaver College.

In 1998, she was inspired to move from oils to watercolors for her artistic expressions. Her love of painting architectural structures has resulted in many people commissioning her to paint portraits of their homes.

Tiffin University’s Diane Kidd Gallery hosted the Ohio Collage Society’s 4th Annual Members Juried Exhibition as its second exhibition of this season.

The Ohio Collage Society is the state affiliate of the National Collage Society (NCS). Both organizations are headquartered in Hudson, Ohio, and the goal of these state and national organizations is to foster the appreciation and interest in the recognized medium of collage. The exhibition featured a variety of collage and assemblage media.

TIFFIN COLUMBIAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT EXHIBITION The Diane Kidd Gallery was host to the Tiffin Columbian High School Student Exhibition “Contrasting Themes,” in December. The special exhibition showcased the works of seniors from teacher Bob Johnston’s art class.

The art included drawings, paintings, computer graphics, printmaking and sculptures for display. “Their works covered a range of realism to formalism – which featured the creative use of design elements, and included personal emotionalism themes like life and death,” Johnston said. Each student displayed two framed pieces.

Theatre TU’s Dragon’s Den Players presented the marital comedy “’Til Beth Do Us Part” in November.

The performance was directed by Dr. Mary Grennen, Assistant Professor of English and Director of Theatre Arts. The Tiffin University production showcases new talent at Tiffin University, according to the director. “The cast was bursting with talent and stage presence, and the Dr. Mary Grennen audience enjoyed this witty, zany, and swift-moving play,” Grennen says. Grennen notes that the authors also wrote “The Dixie Swim Club,” produced by The Dragon’s Den Players in spring of 2009.

The cast included: Suzannah Hayden - Julie Banks; Gibby Hayden Tyler Todd; Margo James - Jessica Maniscalco; Beth Bailey - Chelsea Garza; Hank Russell - Graham Altizer; and Celia Carmichael - Ashley Snyder.

‘Til Beth Do Us Part is a hilarious look at a marriage turned upside down. Gibby and Suzannah Hayden have been together twenty-seven years when another woman, Suzannah’s new assistant, Beth, enters the picture and wreaks havoc on their lives. Surprisingly, Beth isn’t after Suzannah’s husband; she wants her career. And this Southern-fried Mary Poppins from Hell will stop at nothing to achieve her goal, with outrageous and side-splitting results.

The play is set in modern times and takes place in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Some of the roles demand either a British or American Southern dialect, and two of the characters either adopt or drop their dialects because their roles require them to be more than one person, essentially, as they sham their way into getting what they want.

Grennen sees a bright future for Tiffin University theatrical productions.

She notes that some 30 students regularly audition for roles, with a full production utilizing the talents of approximately 40 students – on stage and behind the scenes.

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Tiffin University, in conjunction with the Tiffin City Schools Cultural Center, presented a special Arts & Angles program in November. Dr. Vincent Moore, Associate Professor of English and Chair of the Master of Humanities Program, utilized his Film History class for the event, and screened the 1954 classic “La Strada,” directed by Federico Fellini.

“This complements the focus of the Tiffin City Schools Cultural Center, which this year is Italy,” says Moore. “In addition to the film, there was a discussion of Fellini as an artist,” Moore adds. “We also examined other Italian films – including the so-called spaghetti westerns directed by Sergio Leone – that have greatly influenced the cinematic world.”

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F IRED U P !

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Fired Up Tiffin University alumni and friends gathered in October to celebrate “Get Fired Up,” this year’s homecoming theme. The weekend festivities began Friday evening, with the University’s Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.

Also on Friday, TU’s softball team hosted “Harry’s Haunted Trail” at TU’s Nature Preserve on Miami Street.

Saturday featured athletic events, including a 5- K Run, football and men’s soccer. Other activities included a brunch and “History of TU” presentation by Dr. Michael Grandillo.

The day continued with campus tours, a pre-game tailgate party featuring a chili cook-off, and games for children.

The weekend wrapped up on Sunday with the Alumnae Volleyball and Softball Reunion Brunch, an Alumni Baseball Lunch and Golf Scramble, and varsity women’s soccer.

For more information on next year’s Homecoming celebration, contact Celinda Scherger, 419.448.3313 or schergercm@tiffin. edu

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H OMECOMING

... and the band played on.

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Good Morning World

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TIFFIN UNIVERSITY’S FIRST GOOD MORNING WORLD BREAKFAST LECTURE SERIES featured Civil War historian & author Richard McMurry. McMurry’s presentation, “The Common Folk of the Civil War,” took place at Camden Falls Reception Hall, the venue for all Good Morning World breakfast lectures.

Richard McMurry is a native of Atlanta. He earned a B.A. in History in 1961 from the Virginia Military Institute and served two years active duty in the U.S. Army. He reRichard McMurray ceived an honorable discharge from the Reserves in 1967, entered graduate school at Emory University in 1963, and earned a Master of Arts degree in June 1964 and a Ph.D. in 1967.

McMurry’s field of specialization is the American Civil War. He has authored more than one hundred articles on various facets of that great conflict. In 1994, two of his books—“John Bell Hood and the War for Southern Independence” and “Two Great Rebel Armies: An Essay in Confederate Military History”—were listed among the one hundred best modern Civil War books as selected by the magazine, “Civil War.” IN NOVEMBER, FORMER NFL PLAYER Troy Vincent presented “Player Development & Community Engagement in the NFL.” Mr. Vincent was a perennial All-Pro player during a 15-year NFL career. He is currently enrolled in TU’s MBA degree program.

Troy was a first-round (7th overall) draft pick from the University of Wisconsin who played for Miami (1992-1996), Philadelphia (1996-2003), Buffalo (2003-2006) and Washington (2006-2007). In his four-years as President of the Troy Vincent National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), he worked side-by-side with former Executive Director, Gene Upshaw. In his current role as Vice President of Player Development, Vincent works with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in serving active players both on and off the field. Bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge in entrepreneurial, non-profit, and organizational leadership, he has been involved in the startup and growth of numerous businesses operating in diverse, competitive industries including a beauty Spa and a Construction and Development LLC. One of the most influential men in sport with an exemplary record of community service, Troy has been publicly recognized and earned numerous accolades including the NFL Walter Payton ‘Man of the Year’, NFL Players Association Byron ‘Whizzer’ White Award Winner, Sporting News #1 Good Guy, and NFL Athletes in Action ‘Bart Starr’. In addition, Sporting News named Troy Vincent on the 35 or Younger Most Powerful People in Sports and Ebony Magazine recognized him as one of the 50 Most Influential People in Sports.

While in Tiffin, Troy met with officers from three organizations on the Tiffin University campus including the Sports Management Club, Black United Students, and the Student African American Brotherhood.

Go Green Mike Brown

THE GREEN COMMITTEE of Tiffin University served as host for the first “Green is Gold” event in November.

Two short films were shown, “The Story of Stuff” and “The Story of Bottled Water,” both by Annie Leonard.

Keynote speaker was Mike Brown, who is the Board Chair of the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center (FELC) in Tiffin. The FELC is an environmental education facility and operates a small sustainable chemical-free farm. Mike, after reading the book No Impact Man, works to lower his carbon imprint and inform others. He believes that most people want to leave the world in a better place than they found it and just need help to make that happen.

His program centered on the small things that people can do to make a huge difference.

GO GREEN SHIRTS Beginning in September, Tiffin University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) sponsored its annual “Show Your Dragon Pride and Buy Your GO GREEN Shirt” sale.

Proceeds of the sale support the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

This and That

VETERAN’S DAY Tiffin University celebrated Veteran’s Day to honor faculty, staff, and students, as well as local area community members who have served in one of the branches of the United States Armed Forces. The speaker for this year’s celebration was Dr. John Schupp, National Director of SERV. SERV is a new program that is designed to assist military veterans with their transition from soldier to civilian to student.

According to Schupp, the leading reason civilians choose to enlist in the military is for the educational benefits provided upon the successful completion of their enlistment term. In reality, less than 10 percent take full advantage of their earned benefits. The SERV program addresses these concerns.

Sarah Panzau spoke to 700-plus Tiffin University student-athletes in October.

Panzau was a two-time JUCO All-American volleyball player who drove drunk and survived a near-fatal car accident that left her with one arm, many scars, and yet, a new lust for life. After nearly forty surgeries, she rose above adversity to qualify for the USA Paralympics

Sarah described years of rebelling against a parent who seemingly and relentlessly badgered her to excel in sports, school, work, relationships, and every facet of her life. Now, that former perception of over-intrusion has been replaced by knowing she was blessed with a caring parent who should have been cherished instead of chastised.

Panzau’s final comments were acknowledged by lengthy applause and a standing ovation. Her testament of the consequences of her drunk-driving and rebellious life-style and her post-accident ambition to rise above a disability and change the course of her life will hopefully have a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to have witnessed the power of the Sarah Panzau experience.

Each semester, the Tiffin University Sport Management Pro Speaker Series exposes students to fascinating industry specialists.

Brett Myers

The 2010-11 series kicked off in September with the return of alumnus Brett Myers, assistant director of ballpark operations for the Lincoln, Nebraska Saltdogs. Prior to joining the Saltdogs, Myers spent two seasons as the director of sales and stadium operations for the Amarillo Dillas and one year as the assistant general manager for the Bradenton Juice in the South Coast League. Myers was also a member of the Evansville Otters coaching staff that won the 2006 Frontier League championship. He has worked for the Cincinnati Reds and attended the Major League Scouting Bureau Fall Training School. Since graduating from Tiffin University five years ago, Myers has been part of three minor league championship teams.

Bill Bader, Owner and President of the Summit Motorsports Park – a.k.a., Norwalk Raceway, visited Tiffin University in early November. The Bader family has transformed a drag strip into one of the premier racetracks in the world and has formal ties with the International Hot Rod Association.

In December, Tiffin University students travelled to Cleveland State University to meet with a panel of sport professionals. The panelists included Donyale Canada, Associate Commissioner for the Mid-American Conference, Meredith Scerba, Senior Vice President of

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SARAH PANZAU – AN ALL-AMERICAN ATHLETE WHO DROVE DRUNK AND SURVIVED

Sarah Panzau

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Dr. John Schupp and Director of Career Development Carol McDannell

volleyball team and competed internationally until more surgeries ended her career forever.

Sarah passionately told her gutwrenching story of a flawed decision that led to a severed limb, countless broken bones, life-threatening internal injuries, weeks in a coma, months in a hospital, being declared a “Jane Doe” until her mother could positively identify the body, and being forever labeled a disabled handicapped person. Sarah was a competitively driven studentathlete and a perfect example that, while most college students live for the moment, thinking they are relatively invincible, one poor choice can forever shatter a life and become a parent’s worst nightmare.

This and That Event Management for the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, Ron Willner, Assistant Director of Conference Services who was the former General Manager for the Wolstein Center, and Peter Carfagna who is the former Chief Legal Counsel for IMG and part owner of the Lake Erie Captains. Completing the list of panelists were Jason Galaska, Assistant Executive Director of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics and Nate Janosco, Coordinator of Community Charities for the Cleveland Indians.

For more information about the Tiffin University Pro Speaker Series and for a schedule of speakers for the 2011 spring semester, contact Dr. Bonnie Tiell, NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative and Chair of the Master of Business Administration program at btiell@tiffin.edu

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Tiffin University’s men’s soccer supported breast cancer research when they faced Urbana University in October.

The game featured the team wearing special pink T-shirts, the sale of pink T-shirts, and a raffle with all proceeds donated to breast cancer research.

provided to the Central Ohio Diabetes Association.

PB & J

Halloween Strut

TRICK OR TREAT Tiffin University’s Office of Student Affairs held the annual Community Trick or Treat event in October. All Tiffin-area children were invited to the Legacy Courtyard to enjoy spooky festivities which included roasting marshmallows, coloring in the courtyard, games, and more. Residence Life staff members passed out candy at several residence halls and campus houses.

In November, Tiffin University’s Criminal Justice Club made over 450 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for distribution to four different charities/ food pantries: The Salvation Army, St. Paul’s United Methodist, Seneca County Commission on Aging, and St. Patrick Historic located in Toledo, Ohio. The CJ Club has over 90 members and each donated a jar of jelly for the sandwiches. AVI, Tiffin University’s food service, provided bread and peanut butter at a discounted rate.

BLACK UNITED STUDENTS WALK FOR DIABETES Black United Students Walked for Diabetes in November, with the proceeds

Cancer Walk for FACT

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This fall, more than 400 freshmen held a Cancer Walk for Financial Assistance for Cancer Treatment (FACT). FACT is a non-profit that gives money to cancer patients in Seneca County to help pay for their out-of-pocket expenses.

The Cancer Walk was inspired by the freshman reading program book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, by Rebecca Skloot. Henrietta Lacks died of cervical cancer more than sixty years ago, but her cells were the first immortal cells grown in culture and are still alive today. Her cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine; uncovering secrets of cancer; gene mapping; and have been bought and sold by the billions.

Bridget Brassell student Peer Leader came up with the slogan, “Her cells changed the world…

Now it’s your turn.”

Tell Us About Yourself 1970’S William Whipple, Class of 1973, Senecaville, Ohio, was recently appointed as Vice President of Residential Lending of People’s Bank.

His responsibilities include providing leadership, development, and marketing.

Wayne Wax, Class of 1976, Tiffin, Ohio, has retired from his position as Tiffin’s Tax Commissioner. He and his wife, Sara, have three children and nine grandchildren.

Daniel Ritter, Class of 1977, McComb, Ohio, writes, “I retired in August 2008 from the Ohio Department of Taxation where I was an Audit Manager. During my 31-year career with the agency, I started as a tax auditor and was in management for the last 20 years.” His wife, Patricia, works part-time as the secretary for the McComb United Methodist Church.

Brian Dutton, Class of 1978, Toledo, Ohio, wrote, “I chose a career in criminal justice. My education provided me with the knowledge to maintain a professional attitude and be a leader when needed. I retired from the Federal Correctional Institution at Milan, Michigan in 2009. Thanks to the values instilled

in me by Captain Frank Wilkinson, I feel that I represented Tiffin University with the honor and dignity it deserves”.

1980’S Willis Leon Johnson, Class of 1980, Nassau, Bahamas, wrote, “I am happy to be connected to Tiffin University again. I am a Chartered Accountant in the Bahamas and I am President of Galilee College, one of the most recognized institutions.” Willis and his wife, Yvette, have five children.

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Cedar Point

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Annual Alumni and Friends Tiffin University Day at Cedar Point

Friday, July 22, 2011

1990’S

Jeffery Chalfin, Class of 1994, Pemberville, Ohio, is the Manager of Catalog/Technical Services for Honeywell in Perrysburg.

Carl Mesker, Class of 1995, Delphos, Ohio, was named Vice President Aftermarket for the Americas for SAF-Holland. During his 13 years with SAF-Holland, he has held a variety of positions including Director of Operations, Regional Sales manager, OEM Account Manager, and Director of Product Planning and Market Development for the Aftermarket Business Unit.

Joe Wagner, MBA 1995, Attica, Ohio, and his wife, Vicki, welcomed Adelyn Grace into their family in February.

Leonard Raymond Morawa, Class of 1996, Detroit, Michigan, works for the United States Postal Service. He and his wife, Tracie, have four children, Brealle, Marcel, Matthew, and Sophia.

Yasmin Schlegel, Class of 1999, and Dusan Schlegel, Class of 1996, Woodbridge, Virginia, were married in July and are expecting their first child. Yasmin was recently offered and accepted a government civilian job with the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency as a Systems Engineer in the D.C. area.

Josh Martin, Class of 2001, Lake Tomahawk, Ohio, was married in July in Youngstown, Ohio. He is employed

by Columbiana County Board of DD as a Waiver/Medicaid Administrator. His wife, Marissa, is a Registered Nurse at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.

Casey Smith, Class of 2001, Bellevue, Ohio, married Danyell Falter in June.

They have two daughters, Teaghan and Taylor. Casey is an Assistant Manager at Walmart in Fremont.

Casey and Danyell Smith

Jill (Holland), Class of 2002, and Kevin Arnold welcomed twins (Kipton Alexander and Johannah Hope ) in July.

Kipton Alexander and Johannah Hope Arnold

Yasmin and Dusan Schlegel

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Gina Barnes Horan, Class of 1996, Bethesda, Ohio, writes, “After graduation, I worked in various HR capacities from scheduling to management of up to 30 plus people. I married Jason Horan in 2006. In 2007, we decided to move, open our own business, and we had our son. I am now a stay-at-home mom to our three children, Blake, Cassidy, and Morgan.” Gina’s Husband, Jason, is a self-employed dentist.

Patrick Jones, MSCJ 1999, and Kimberli Williams-Jones, Class of 1999, Fostoria, Ohio, welcomed a new daughter, Gabriella Hope, in August.

Gabriella joins older sister, Isabella.

Patrick is a detective with the Perrysburg Police Division where he specializes in crimes involving children. Additionally, he is a member of the Ohio Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and actively investigates cases involving the online exploration of children. Kimberli is a teacher with the Oregon Eagle Learning Center, where she works with at-risk youth.

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Christine Simmons, Class of 1991, Tiffin, Ohio, joined Old Fort Bank as a treasury management specialist. Her new role includes developing new business, contacting and consulting with clients, product development and providing exceptional client service and accessibility. Christine and her husband, Bob, reside in Tiffin with their son, Stone.

Patrick Haberfield, Class of 1999, Medina, Ohio, is the Chief Credit Officer for S&T Bank – a full-service financial institution. He has 24 years of banking/ financial services, credit administration, collections, lending, and workout experience with community banks and larger regional organizations. He has recently served in executive roles that included regional credit officer and special assets officer at Synoyus Financial Institution.

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Tell Us About Yourself Raymond Jackson Jr., Class of 2003, Phoenix, Arizona, works for the University of Phoenix as a Senior Advisor.

James Harwood, MBA 2004, Clarksville, Tennessee, is the Bindery Superintendent for Quad Graphics in Clarksville. He and his wife, Patricia, have two sons, Brian and Andrew.

Patricia is employed as a Law Clerk for Richardson Law Firm.

Molly Smith

Theo Smith and Morgen (Platt) Stiegler, Class of 2004, welcomed Paul Todochi, born in July.

Tyson Pinion, Class of 2005, and Elizabeth Stanfield married in August.

Steven Barthel, MBA 2008, Winter Haven, Florida, is the Senior Financial Analyst for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts.

His wife, Jennifer, is a teacher for Polk County School Board. They have two children, Tristan and Manderley.

Nicole Jordan Carroll, MSCJ 2007, Alexandria, Virginia, is a Social Worker for Shelter House, Inc. in Falls Church, Virginia. Her husband, Andrew, is a Sales Manager at Staples.

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Brian Smith, Class of 2003, and his wife, Marie, welcomed Molly Elizabeth in July.

Jennifer Fry, Class of 2004, recently joined the Washington State University women’s volleyball program as an Assistant Coach. Along with her coaching duties, she coordinates the Cougars’ recruiting program. Before going to Washington State, Fry spent the past three seasons as the Volleyball Head Coach at Norfolk State University.

Jessica Schult Phillips, Class of 2007, Kennesaw, Georgia, is the sales manager for Cbeyond in Atlanta. Her husband, Chris, is a Chiropractic student.

Amber Metzgar Romigh, Class of 2007, Apollo Beach, Florida, is the Brand Territory Manager for Marathon Petroleum Company LLC. She and her husband, Drew, were married in June.

Nancy Lamuth Soehnlen, Class of 2005, Indian Trail, North Carolina, married Joe Soehnlen in Charlotte, North Carolina in March.

TU On The Road

If you have questions regarding the Collegiate Plate Program, contact TU’s Alumni Relations Office at 419-448-3282 or your local Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

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IF YOU ARE AN OHIO RESIDENT, you can show pride in Tiffin University through the Collegiate License Plate Program sponsored by the State of Ohio.

The cost to participate in the program (in addition to any normal renewal fees) is $35 annually. Of this $35 fee, $25 is directed to Tiffin University in the form of a charitable donation to the General Scholarship Fund in your name.

Due to a change in the Drivers Privacy Protection Act, Ohio Revised ed Code 4501.27, the release of personal information will not be provided without written consent by the individual individual. Therefore Therefore, you must provide proof of your participation in the collegiate license plate program in order for Tiffin University to recognize your contribution to the TU General Scholarship Fund.

Tell Us About Yourself Wynter Toland, Class of 2007, and Paris Burt, Class of 2010, married in July.

Wynter Toland and Paris Burt

Sarah DePugh and Donnie Johnson, Class of 2008, married in June at Adena Mansion and Gardens in Chillicothe, Ohio.

Sarah DePugh and Donnie Johnson

Todd Habets, MBA 2008, is a Health & Safety Manager for NuStar Energy in Georgia.

Chad Roberts, Class of 2008, recently graduated from Wright State University with a Masters of Business Administration degree with concentration in Marketing. He received the award of Top Marketing Student while earning his MBA.

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Give.

Stephen Gambescia, MH 2009, Havertown, Pennsylvania, was recently elected to the Board of Trustees for the Delaware County Community College.

DCCC is one of the largest community colleges in Pennsylvania with 22,000 students attending. He is employed by Drexel University in Health Services

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Administration. He wrote, “Given its rich and thoughtful curriculum, the Master of Humanities program at Tiffin University was exactly what I was looking for to explore a historic and modern human experience, thought, and practice.

The curriculum had the appropriate breadth and depth of a true humanities program. We were energized to have a faculty who not only were subject matter experts, but passionate about their subject and encouraged us to move out of our parochial intellectual comfort zones – to go places where we normally would not have gone. Furthermore, if we weren’t up for challenging ourselves, we could count on our classmates, many well read and none hesitant, to make sure everyone was participating and providing some intellectual capital to a course. As someone in the public health field, this was something new to me.

The faculty helped me change my distant clinical writing style to a much more divergent and creative analysis”.

Brent Huston, Class of 2009, Genoa, Ohio, was recently appointed the new assistant branch manager of Genoa Bank. He has worked as a retail originator for the bank for the last four years.

Brent is involved with the Genoa Little League and has served as the league’s treasurer for the past four years.

Riley Morman, Class of 2010, Columbus Grove, Ohio, celebrated her graduation by canoeing from Glandorf to Lake Erie.

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Diane Kidd Gallery Exhibition Schedule March 10 – April 14, 2011

CALVERT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ART EXHIBITION Opening Reception: January 8, 4 – 6 pm

ART:FILM/FILM:ART, curated by Tiffin University Professor Lee Fearnside Opening Reception: March 24, 6:30 - 8 pm

January 27 – March 3, 2011

April 21 – June 23, 2011

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY FACULTY/STAFF ART EXHIBITION Opening Reception: February 3, 6:30 - 8 pm

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY STUDENT ART EXHIBITION Senior Reception: April 28, 6:30 – 8:00 pm

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January 8-22, 2011

InMemoriam 1940’S Alice Knapp Beeson, Class of 1942, passed away in June at the age of 87. In addition to Tiffin University, Alice was a 1940 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School. One of her first jobs was a secretarial position with the FBI in Phoenix, Arizona during World War II. Later, she worked as an Administrative Assistant in the screw and bolt business in Cleveland and Pittsburgh. She married Richard Beeson of West Brownsville, PA, and they settled in Lakeland, Florida, where they worked until retirement.

Charles “Chick” Fowler, Class of 1946, Tiffin, Ohio, passed away in June. Chick served his country in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954. He owed Chick’s Carryout and Brunner’s Food Market from 1966-1975, and served as head accountant at Ruttmann Construction until she retired in 1985. Chick was part owner of SAN-CON since 1992.

PRESIDENT’S CLUB MEMBER AND FRIEND Richard Frick, Tiffin, Ohio, passed away in November. He is survived by his wife, Rose. Dick was a 1949 graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School and attended Heidelberg College and Ohio Northern University. He was a manager at the former Sayger Camera Store in Tiffin, an avid photographer, served two terms as Councilman-at-large for the City of Tiffin and volunteered at Mercy Hospital.

Dick Frick

FACULTY Dr. David Shevin, passed away unexpectedly in July.

Phyllis Scheiber, Class of 1941, passed away in June.

NO CLASS YEAR OF RECORD Ruth E. Gedert, Clyde, Ohio, passed away this year. She graduated from Clyde High School in 1945 and attended TU Business University.

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Vivian L. Aurand, Tiffin, Ohio, passed away in June. She had been married for 59 years and had two children, 10 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren.

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Football THE TIFFIN UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL TEAM posted a 1-10 overall record in 2010, defeating Malone 31-21 in their opener but failing to win any of their Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference games. Tiffin had close losses to Findlay 10-7, Lake Erie 31-27, and 13th-ranked Hillsdale 31-24.

Jason Young led the offense, passing for 1705 yards with 15 touchdowns. Trey Williams completed his Dragons career with 57 catches for 702 yards while Brendton Williams had 610 yards receiving and David Singleton had 497 yards. Singleton was the all-purpose leader with 119 yards per game, averaged 22.4 yards per kick return and 7.9 per punt return.

Defensively Joseph Collard had a strong first season, tying for the team lead in tackles with 85 and setting a single season record with 19 tackles for loss. Mike Virgin also had 85 tackles to go along with a team-best 5 interceptions. Kody David had 64 tackles with 3 sacks, while Logan Snell posted 48 tackles.

Following the season, Head Coach Dave Walkosky resigned. Tiffin placed another former athlete in the National Football League, as Chris Ivory signed with the New Orleans Saints, joining Tennessee’s Nate Washington as the only two former Dragons football players to land NFL contracts.

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Shelly Rogers was a Second Team AllRegion standout while also earning All-GLIAC honors as TU reached the NCAA tournament for the second time in three seasons.

THE DRAGONS WOMEN’S SOCCER TEAM Joseph Collard (89) set a new single season record with 19 tackles for loss in 2010.

returned to the NCAA regional for the second time in three seasons, posting a strong 12-6-2 overall mark and earning a ranking of 5th in the Midwest Region. The Dragons also won the GLIAC South Division with a 9-3-2 mark.

Head Coach Paula Fantini was named GLIAC Coach of the Year while Lauren Turkington was a First Team pick and Michelle Rogers landed a Second Team honor. The Dragons

Ivory Continuing Dragons NFL Success S PORTS S CENE

Ivory to a contract. He would have an entire training camp and four preseason football games to make the final 53-men roster for the upcoming football season.

“He caught our eye early with the physical way he runs the ball and he’s a work in progress,” Saints head coach Sean Payton said.

While New Orleans knew what they had in Ivory, he showed the rest of the NFL his potential on national television. Against the San Diego Chargers in the third game of New Orleans’ preseason schedule, Ivory rushed for 45 yards and recorded a 76-yard touchdown on a swing pass to help the Saints beat the Chargers 36-21.

Ivory did make the regular season roster for New Orleans, but he did not appear in the first two games. That all changed in the third game contest when, ironically enough, the same situation that hindered Chris’ collegiate career was occurring to his Saints teammates. Starting running back Reggie Bush and Pierre Thomas went down with injuries.

“We’ve had some injuries early in the season at the running back position, but he has filled in and showed some flashes of his talent and desire and

it’s good to see from a young player,” Saints head coach Sean Payton said.

While Chris played in week four and five, he had a breakout game in an important New Orleans win at NFC Southrival Tampa Bay in week six as Ivory tallied 158 yards on only 15 carries for an amazing 10.5 yards per rush. The 158 rushing yards was the most for a Saints running back in a game in seasons.

For his efforts, Chris was named both the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week and the FedEx Ground Player of the Week.

With all the praise from the Saints staff and a Super Bowl winning coach, the most impressive thing may just be the kind words from a Super Bowl MVP quarterback, Drew Brees.

“He’s a big, powerful running back.

He came in here and worked really hard during the offseason and showed up to practice each day and kept working to get better,” Brees said. “He’s a powerful guy and has deceiving speed. He’s learning a lot about what it takes to play in the NFL and he has seized the opportunity that he has earned and will continue to get better and help us.”

Written by Matthew Lofton, Assistant Sports Information Director

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CHRIS IVORY, WHO WAS SIGNED AS AN UNDRAFTED FREE AGENT

BY NEW ORLEANS in May, has been thrust into the limelight in his first rookie season with the defending Super Bowl champions.

By now, everyone in the Tiffin University family is well aware of the success of wide receiver Nate Washington.

Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2005 by Pittsburgh, Washington was a part of the 2006 and 2009 Steelers Super Bowl championship teams. He was traded to Tennessee for the 2010-2011 season. Currently in his sixth season, he has appeared in 73 career games and has 172 receptions for 2625 yards (15.3 yards per catch) and 22 touchdowns.

While Washington became the first Dragon to play in the NFL in 2005, it did not take Tiffin long to produce its second professional football player when in May 2010, running back Chris Ivory was signed by the New Orleans Saints.

It was a happy ending to a story that took many twist and turns.

From Longview, Texas, Ivory chose to attend Washington State University for the 2006 season. Over the next three seasons, he amassed 534 yards in 91 attempts (5.9 yards per carry) and four touchdowns. However, Ivory dealt with injuries his sophomore and junior seasons and decided to transfer to TU. Unfortunately for Ivory and the Dragons, the injury bug followed him east.

Chris only was able to play in four games, but he did record 5.7 yards per carry.

When asked how Ivory had caught the eye of the Saints, New Orleans scout Dwayne Jones pointed to the video tape of the former Tiffin running back and was recalled how he was amazed at what he saw. “I was like, ‘Wow,’ “ Jones said. “You saw the burst and the explosion, breaking tackles. I liked him right away.”

It took approximately one week after the NFL Draft for the Saints to sign

took on Quincy in a rematch of the 2008 Regional, falling to Quincy 1-0 in another close game.

Rogers led the team with 8 goals, 7 assists, and 23 points, while Turkington had 6 goals and 17 points. Hannah Stevens also had 17 points with 7 goals, while Lauren Bowyer posted 6 goals and 4 assists for 16 points in her first TU season. Ashley Davis (14) and Jenna Hornyak (12) also had double figures in points.

Denise Resende was the primary goalkeeper, posting a 0.86 GAA over 17 games with 4 shutouts, 52 saves, and a 9-5-2 overall record. Overall TU’s defense registered a 0.81 GAA. The Dragons also saved their best soccer for the end of the season, including a streak that saw TU lose only one game over a 12-game stretch from Sept. 19 to Nov. 5.

were Second Team picks. Cannella, last year’s GLIAC Offensive Player of the Year, had 4 goals and 9 points while O’Neill led the GLIAC in assists with 10 and had 12 points total. Pierre De Pauw had a strong freshman season with 7 goals and 7 assists for 21 points while Edison Benda also was in double figures with 6 goals and 14 points.

Jeff Frisch had a 1.04 GAA over 18 games, totaling 44 saves with 2 shutouts and an 11-4-1 overall record.

Volleyball

Men’s Soccer THE MEN’S SOCCER TEAM also had a solid season, falling just short of a NCAA Regional bid with a strong finish to their season. The Dragons finished 11-6-1 overall and put together a 9-game unbeaten streak in October to finish 5th in the Midwest Region. TU also finished 8-3-1 in the GLIAC, finishing just behind Ashland and Ohio Dominican.

Ashton Campbell was named GLIAC Offensive Player of the Year, leading the conference in scoring with 15 goals and points with 36. It was his second Offensive Player of the Year honor as he also won the honor as a freshman in 2008.

Roger Kummer also earned First Team All-GLIAC selection at defender, while Rhys Cannella and Michael O’Neill

Freshman Danielle McQuade led the team in kills and was an AllGLIAC selection as the Dragons reached the GLIAC tournament for the first time in school history.

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THE 2010 TIFFIN UNIVERSITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM enjoyed a turnaround season, reversing course from

Ashton Campbell was named GLIAC Offensive Player of the Year for the second time in three seasons.

a 4-29 record in 2009 to post a 15-15 overall record in 2010.

The team also made its mark in Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference play, posting an 11-8 record. Overall, Tiffin finished 3rd in the GLIAC South Division.

Leading the charge in 2010 were two Second Team All-GLIAC standouts - senior middle hitter Brittany Teaford and freshman outside hitter Danielle McQuade. Teaford led the squad with a .317 attack percentage and 119 blocks. She placed 4th in the GLIAC in blocking and was also top 10 in attack percentage. McQuade, meanwhile, led TU in kills with 319, good for over 3.00 kills per set, and placed 6th overall in the GLIAC for kills.

Joining Teaford and McQuade in TU’s offensive attack were senior outside hitter Brooke Bernabei, senior setter Jessica Adams, and junior libero Lindsay Heller. Bernabei finished her career 4th in Dragons history with 1283 kills, posting 279 kills overall in 2010, good for second on the team. Adams dished out 973 assists (9.18 per set) and placed 7th in the GLIAC in setting. Heller was an Honorable Mention All-GLIAC

Cross Country

Women’s Tennis THE WOMEN’S TENNIS TEAM saw improvement in the 2010 fall season and proved far more competitive than in recent years. .

Malaika Messi was picked as a Second Team All-GLIAC standout, posting a 13-4 record at second singles, including 7-3 in GLIAC play. Taylor Cooper also earned Honorable Mention selection, playing mainly at fourth singles and second doubles. Emily Egan-Morris also had the tough task of playing at first singles, but also teamed with Messi at first doubles, registering a 6-10 overall record.

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player who led the team with 532 digs. She is second in the GLIAC in digs. Margaret Betz and Giavanna DiPietro also got in on the attack, totaling 109 and 176 kills, respectively.

After opening the season 2-1 in non-conference play, the Dragons won three of their first four GLIAC matches, surprising a number of teams with their improved play. TU won four straight GLIAC matches to end the regular season and position themselves for their first-ever trip to the GLIAC Tournament as the sixth seed. The Dragons won 11 GLIAC contests in 2010, 9 more wins than the previous two seasons combined.

THE NATIONALLY-RANKED TIFFIN UNIVERSITY MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY TEAM finished fourth of 12 teams, while the women finished eighth of 14 teams at the 2010 GLIAC Championships in Hillsdale, Mich. The men’s team finished with 106 points, just one behind third-place Wayne State (105).

Dominique O’Neill was the top finisher on the men’s side, taking 12th with a time of 25:45.1. Teammate Jeremy Lee was right behind by four seconds. Kyle Faerber rounded out the top three for Tiffin, taking 22nd with a time of 26:05.5. Jason Bumb finished behind Faerber by nine seconds, taking 25th.

The women finished eighth overall and second among the five Ohio teams. Carly Reese took the top spot for Tiffin, finishing 15th overall with a time of 22:25.1. Becky Miller (22:58.5) took 23rd overall while Samantha Hassan and Maria Shaw took 52nd and 53rd with times of 23:45.0 and 23:46.7, respectively. Tichelle Brant rounded out the top five for the Dragons, finishing 75th with a time of 25:07.5 to help Tiffin finish 23 points ahead of rival Findlay.

Malaika Messi earned Second Team All-GLIAC status after posting a 13-4 record in singles play

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Senior Jeremy Lee led the men’s cross country squad to a spot in the national rankings and helped the team finish 4th at the GLIAC Championships.

ished 8th of 11 teams at the GLIAC Championships hosted by Wayne State University, shooting a three-day total of 931, four strokes behind 7th place Ashland.

Andy Kronander led TU with a 230, firing rounds of 77-7578, while Jimmy Bell was also very consistent with a 75-78-79 for 232. Jon Klein also stayed with the pack with an opening round 78, a difficult 84 on day two, and then bouncing back with a third round 77 to finish with 239.

Men’s Basketball With a mix of newcomers and returners who gained valuable playing experience last season, the 2010-11 version of the TIFFIN UNIVERSITY DRAGONS MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM has its sight on success in the upcoming season.

A major strength of this year’s squad is the experience of returning five players who averaged from 19 to 31 minutes per game. Leading the team will be senior post Rafael Cuellar (6-5, 230), and senior wing Brian Scott (5-7, 170), who have the opportunity to become the 29th and 30th Dragons to eclipse the 1,000-point barrier as they have 706 and 822 points, respectively. Combined, the two have played in 160 of a possible 162 games in their Tiffin careers with 132 starts.

Cuellar was the team’s leading rebounder last season with an average of 5.6 per game and has a career field goal percentage of .501.

Other key returners who saw a lot of playing time last

season include junior wing/post Keenan Barlow (6-6, 235), junior post Brandon Harris (6-9, 245), and junior post Travis Spahr (6-6, 215). Barlow led the Dragons with 30.6 minutes per game, starting 25 of 27 contests last season. Barlow was third among returners with a .423 field goal percentage (94222), second with a .410 percentage behind the arc (50-122).

Harris also played a pivotal role for Tiffin last season.

Playing in all 27 games with 11 starts, he led the GLIAC with 48 total blocks last season. He also bolstered the Dragons with his rebounding. Spahr rounds out the post position for the Dragons. Playing in 19 games with 13 starts in his first season of basketball since his senior year of high school in 2004, he led the team with a .463 field goal percentage.

While Tiffin will have a total of nine newcomers to the program, three are non-freshmen who have playing experience at the collegiate level.

Three new faces will battle it out for the starting position at point guard: junior Karl Finley (6-1, 180), sophomore Isaiah Twine (6-2, 180), and freshman Michael Brown (6-2, 170).

A trio of newcomers also will help the Dragons on the wing. Freshman Joe Graessle (6-3, 185), will play for

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Dragons Golf Duo Competes at USPublinks

Jason Crow

Tiffin University’s students participated in the US Amateur Public Links Championship.

TU’s Dillon Klein (Jr. Business Management major) and Jason Crow (Jr. Business Management major) were two of only five Ohio college golfers and the only GLIAC representatives competing at the event. The competition has become a regular fixture for Dragons golfers, with Head Coach Darby Roggow and teammate Andy Kronander assisting with the event.

“The entire experience was something that neither Jason or Dillon will ever forget,” said TU Head Coach Darby Roggow. “They played next to some of the best college golfers in the country and they represented our university with great pride.

Competing at this level is only going to make our program better.”

Dillon Klein

Freshman Joe Graessle is one of a number of new men’s basketball players that have the Dragons hoping to make some waves in the GLIAC this season.

“Tiffin after receiving a quartet of Columbus Dispatch Player of the Week honors and was named All-Ohio in his senior year for the Silver Knights. Fellow classmate Richard Morrow (6-3, 190), also earned All-Ohio honors for the Preppers. Junior wing Jacob Stark (6-3, 200), joins the Dragons after earning all-league honors while also being named honorable mention all-Junior college and all-national tournament for the NJCAA while at St. Clair Community College.

Women’s Basketball THE TIFFIN UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM boasts seven new faces thrown

Junior Mandy Jaeb leads the Lady Dragons women’s basketball team into action after leading the GLIAC in scoring as a sophomore.

The Dragon frontcourt this season sees some new faces and welcomes back a familiar face to its makeup. Tiffin returns sophomore post Jessica Harris who was second in the GLIAC a year ago in rebounding and third in blocked shots per game. Junior Jessika Korzelius brings her two years of playing experience to the Dragons from Santa Ana Community College in California. Looking to make an immediate impact this season are freshmen Dani Gilmer, Amanda Baute, and Mary Kate Campbell.

Jessica Harris is the returning anchor down low for the Dragons. Harris led the team in rebounds averaging 9.6 per game, blocked shots (38), and was second in steals (29). Harris really turned her game on towards the middle of the season where she posted a double-double in 7 games. Jess looks to build on last season’s performances and become a dominant scorer on the block this season.

Holly Focke returns to the Dragons this season after suffering a knee injury in an exhibition game versus Miami (OH) last season. As a sophomore, Focke averaged nearly 7 ppg while also being second on the team in rebounding at 6 rpg, third in steals with 34, and second in assists with 75 with 11 blocked shots. Holly looks to regain form and provide the Dragons with the court experience that she possesses. Rounding out the Dragons frontcourt are junior transfer Jessika Korzelius and freshmen Amanda Baute and Mary Kate Campbell.

Written by Shane O’Donnell, Director of Sports Information

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into the mix but also has seven very experienced returnees.

Every returning player on this year’s team has started at least 5 games and has played in over 300 minutes. The returning core of this year’s team lies in the backcourt. Junior Mandy Jaeb had one of the best seasons in Tiffin University history last season being selected to both the All-GLIAC South First Team and All GLIAC Defensive Team. Junior Jennifer Johnston and sophomore Karli Mast both started in 20+ games and both were among the leaders on the team in 3 pt. field goal percentage. Sophomores Steph Kelly and Melissa Gilliland both started in multiple games last season and were also key sparks off the bench. Junior Deidra Brown is new to the Dragon system but has two years of college basketball experience and looks to bump up the level of athleticism at Tiffin. Freshmen Brittany Siegel and Jillian Adams look to build upon the guard core by bringing their energy and uniqueness to the Dragons.

Junior guard Mandy Jaeb was not only the leader in many statistical categories for the Dragons but was in the top of many categories in the GLIAC. Jaeb was the leading scorer in the GLIAC and top ten in the country, scoring 19.5 ppg. Mandy also led the GLIAC in minutes per game at 35.8,

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was top ten in assists at 3.2 apg, 11th in free throw percentage at 80%, top ten in steals at 1.8 spg, 11th in 3 pt. field goal percentage at 37.5%, and top ten in assist to turnover ratio.

Jaeb scored 20 or more points on 15 different occasions and twice eclipsed the 30 point mark. As good as Mandy is on the offensive side of the ball, she is considered one of the top defensive players also by landing on the All GLIAC Defensive Team. Jaeb’s work ethic and demeanor shows why she is such a dynamic player and key factor in the Dragons future.

2010 Hall of Fame Inductions

Dorsey Birdsall (TU 1987-90) helped lead TU to a school-record 25 wins in a season and led the basketball team to the NAIA National Tournament.

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Greg Richards (TU 1986-89) is welcomed to the Hall of Fame by Athletic Director Lonny Allen.

Numerous great teams have competed for Tiffin University athletics. Few can boast six Hall of Fame members.

DORSEY BIRDSALL now joins his Hall of Fame teammates Ty Trbovich, Thad Patrick, Don Williams, and Scott Morrissey along with Coach Jim Hammond as a member of the TU Athletic Hall of Fame.

Birdsall (1987-90) was a standout men’s basketball player who contributed to some of the best teams in Tiffin University history. He is a two-time All-District 22 and two-time All-Mid-Ohio Conference player, scoring 1058 career points. He helped lead the Dragons to 53 wins in his three years, including one NAIA National Tournament trip and a school-record 25 wins in one season. His teams also won the District 22 and Mid-Ohio Conference Championships during that span.

Birdsall’s success came from overcoming adversity and getting help from those around him.

“The biggest challenge for me to overcome as a basketball player was the major knee injury that I incurred during my playing career. I was determined and driven to push through the injury in order to reach my goal,” said Birdsall. “Coach Hammond played a role in my college basketball career. He taught me and others how to play within a structured and balanced offense and defense.

Coach Hammond took care of his team. I respect him for that.”

When asked about highlights, Birdsall unleashed a flood of memories.

“First, being a part of a team that made the most free throws in TU history. Currently, being ranked 24th in TU history for the most points scored. Being District 22 champions, and going to the national tournament, and being a part of the most wins in a single season at TU. Another is the MidOhio Conference champions in 1990 and receiving my championship ring and hitting the big shot at the University of Findlay championship game,” recalled Birdsall.

The 2010 football season marks the 25th anniversary of Dragons football. GREG RICHARDS was a player that made up the foundation of the program.

Richards (1986-89) was one of the premier offensive linemen during the early days of Tiffin University football. He is a four-time All-District 22 selection, the first Tiffin football player to earn the distinction. He also served as captain and leader of an offensive line that had one of the top passing attacks in the nation led by quarterback Greg Freeman, starting all 40 games during that stretch.

Those early years, while challenging on a variety of levels, still produced a competitive squad that was tougher than many teams counted on.

A number of coaches made an impact on Richards over this period.

“I got along very well with Coach (Buzz) Kirkhart,” said Richards. “I have a lot of respect for him.

Dan Schriner, Kevin Chapman, and Bob Olwin all were great people and helped me a lot during my career. The biggest challenge to overcome was the speed and size at the college level. There was a lot more game preparation, a lot of playbook and chalk talk.”

“One highlight I recall was our very first game,” said Richards. “We were in Alma, Michigan.

They had a new stadium and invited TU up there to break it in. They thought they would beat us.

Well along came (quarterback) Greg Freeman, and he lit them up for almost 500 passing yards. They were not very happy with the loss.”

The most important thing Richards learned in his time at TU also remains with him to this day.

“Buzz always said that those that stayed with the program will be champions. I now know he didn’t mean win a national title. He was talking about life. Never give up, never say die. Always give 100 percent. Always finish. We came in my first year with close to 75 players. Six of us played 4 years and graduated. I now understand what Buzz meant about being a champion.”

Joe Macko (1947 TU alum) has spent 61 years in professional baseball.

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Harry Burd (TU 1959-63) played basketball for TU and later pitched in the Philadelphia Phillies organization.

A number of two-sport standouts have been inducted to the Tiffin University Hall of Fame.

HARRY BURD (1959-63) might have been one of the earliest to accomplish the feat at such a high level. He was an All-Conference basketball standout who helped lead TU to the 1960-61 Lake Erie Conference Championship. Overall Harry scored 810 points in three seasons, averaging over 18 points per game before losing his senior season to injury.

While he enjoyed success on the basketball court, Burd enjoyed his greatest success on the baseball field, pitching for four seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies organization in the minor leagues.

One game in particular stands out in Burd’s memory. “In September of 1961, I took part in a game which was the longest game played in the Florida State League, and was a record for the most innings pitched by a Phillies winning pitcher in the minor leagues,” said Burd. “While playing for the Tampa Tarpons, I pitched 15 consecutive innings. The game lasted 4 hours and 9 minutes and I faced over 60 batters.”

Burd also made numerous life-long friendships from his collegiate and professional athletic experience. “My Phillies teammate and roommate, Mike Marshall, was a good buddy,” remembered Burd. “He won the Cy Young Award with the Dodgers in 1974. My good friends at TU were, and still are, Dick Kuhn, Gene Waltz and Tom Frederic, and John Gonya. Also, I had the privilege of being a teammate to (Hall of Fame member) Fritz Smith, whom I considered to be a friend as well as an outstanding athlete.

JOSEPH MACKO has had a lifetime in sports. Of his many journeys in the world of athletics, Tiffin University was one of the earliest.

Macko has had a 61-year career in professional baseball. He attended Tiffin University in 1947, excelling in both baseball and basketball. He signed a professional baseball contract with the Cleveland Indians in 1947 and played for the Indians and the Chicago Cubs for a total of 16 seasons, finishing as the 10th leading home run hitter in the minor leagues with 306 home runs.

Following his playing days, Macko managed four years in the Chicago Cubs organization, gaining experience as a business manager and general manager before serving as Equipment Manager for the Texas Rangers for 23 years.

Macko, already elected to the Kansas Baseball Hall of Fame (1982) and the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame (1984), still serves as a Lifetime Ambassador for the Texas Rangers.

Along the way in Macko’s career, he had a long friendship with Ted Williams, coached Lou Brock in the minor leagues, personally secured Nolan Ryan’s uniform and equipment after games to keep it from souvenir hunters, and knew Cal Ripken Jr. when he was just a boy playing at the ball park.

And it all started at Tiffin University. Fantini has a strong coaching background in both club soccer (Impact USA Nike) and in college soccer (University of Campinas).

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LORI WELTY BACON continues another noteworthy Tiffin University Hall of Fame tradition standout two-sport athletes.

Bacon joins other Hall of Fame members such as Dana Sendelbach, Lisa Beeker, Angie Nunn, Kim Schwartz, and Jenny Kane as a two-sport honoree. Bacon (1993-97) competed in both volleyball and softball. She was a two-time All-Mid-Ohio Conference player in both sports. As a volleyball player, she earned two All-MOC volleyball citations before losing her senior season to injury. She was one of the top players in the conference during her career, ranking among MOC leaders in kills and attacks during that time.

“The biggest challenge for me for volleyball and softball was joining a new team with new people,” remembered Bacon. “Going to college and meeting new people, learning the way they play Lori Welty Bacon and adapting was a challenge for me. During my senior season I had a new challenge. I tore my ACL (TU 1993-97) while I was in Florida doing an internship and then missed my senior volleyball season due to surgery. was a two-sport standI was devastated but determined to make it back for my softball season. I had to work hard at therapy out in volleyball and softball and was among and by the time softball season started I was running and jumping at full speed.”

Besides overcoming her injury, other memories stand out. “I have many highlights, from flipping MOC leaders in kills during her career. over the fence to catch a ball or using my face to pass the volleyball, but I think the main one for me was playing Shawnee State University in softball, being the leadoff batter against Kim White, who was one of the league’s top pitchers, and hitting a home run over the fence,” said Bacon.

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