Fall 2012 Enterprise Magazine

Fall/Winter 2011

| UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO

College of Business and Economics

Utility Executive Course:

Generating Leaders

enterprise Fall/Winter 2011 Editors Stacie Jones Chandra Zenner Ford Toni Broyles Creative Director Karla Scharbach Contributing Writers Amanda Cairo Donna Emert Karen Hunt Stacie Jones Jon Miller Dana Stover Photography University of Idaho Photo Services College of Business and Economics Administration John (Jack) Morris, Dean Mario Reyes, Associate Dean Jeff Bailey, Head Business Department Marla Kraut, Head Accounting Department Chandra Zenner Ford Assistant Dean for Development Dana Stover Assistant Dean for Recruiting, Retention & Assessment of Learning Yvonne Sertich Director of Executive Education (800) 960-3033 Toll-free main office

Contents Fall/Winter 2011 departments Up Front

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Message from the Dean

Inside CBE

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College News

VIEW News 14

Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works

Executive Education

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EMBA Student Spotlight

Alumni News

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Legacy of Leading

Give & Grow

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Gifts Make a Difference

Cover Story Generating Leaders 20

Utility Executive Course Provides Premier Industry Training

Features The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educational institution. Š2011, University of Idaho. Enterprise magazine is published by the College of Business and Economics for alumni and friends. Published once per year, the magazine is free to alumni and friends of the University.

Send address updates, class notes and correspondence regarding alumni activities to: Toni Broyles, College of Business and Economics, University of Idaho, P.O. Box 443161, Moscow, ID 83844-3161.

Phone: (208) 885-2634, Fax: (208) 885-5087; E-mail: cbe-alumninotes@uidaho.edu, www.uidaho.edu/cbe Letter Policy We welcome letters to the editor. Correspondence should include the writer’s full name, address and daytime phone number. We reserve the right to edit letters for purposes of clarity or space.

Cover photo courtesy Avista Corp./Dean Davis Photography

Dean Jack Morris

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Plunges into Retirement

Putting Education Into Place 11

Program is at the Forefront of Golf Leadership Training

Vino on the Vine 16

Vineyard the Focus of Business Plan for VIEW Competition

EMBA Student Derek Lucky 27

Taste of the International Marketplace

The Beijing Connection

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CBE Graduate Recruits in China

Vampires in the Bayou

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Vandal Makes Movie Magic

Up Front

Message From Dean Jack Morris This past summer, I made a very difficult decision to retire from the University of Idaho and join my wife, Linda, at our home in New Meadows for some skiing, hiking, fishing, rafting, and pretty much any outdoor activity Idaho residents enjoy. The decision was difficult because I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the University of Idaho, first as a professor, and, for the past five years, as dean of the College of Business and Economics.

utility industry focus. For the past 58 years, the CBE has educated thousands of utility executives in our Utility Executive Course (UEC). Our feature article looks at changes in the program as well as our continuing emphasis on an industry-centered curriculum.

This year we have also launched a $2 million campaign to endow the program and ensure its continued excellence in the decades to come.

We have an outstanding leadership team in the college and I am very pleased to announce that associate dean, Mario Reyes, has been selected as the interim dean of the College of Business and Economics (CBE). Mario is an extraordinary faculty member, mentor, and leader who has helped the CBE launch a number of our hallmark programs, including the Integrated Business Curriculum and Davis Investment Group. I feel confident that Mario and the interim leadership team will continue the momentum in our college until a permanent dean is selected next year.

Our outstanding faculty members are the key to successful programs throughout the college, and this year we recognized eight faculty members with fellowships. The faculty fellows are selected on the basis of excellence in teaching, research, and service to the college by a selection committee made up of the college’s leadership team, as well as our members from the college’s advisory committee. The fellowships are made possible by generous donations from alums and corporate stakeholders.

You can read more about the faculty members and their contributions in the pages that follow.

During my career at the University of Idaho, I have had the opportunity to interact with thousands of students, alums, and friends of our great college, and it has indeed been a privilege to work with all of you. I hope to maintain close ties to the college in my role as dean emeritus and know that I will see many of you at Vandal gatherings.

My last year as dean has been as exciting as my first, and I hope you will enjoy reading about successes in the college’s programs as well as faculty highlights, including information on our new assistant professors. This past year we successfully completed faculty searches for assistant professors in marketing, management and human resources, economics, finance, and accounting. The new professors come from great Ph.D. programs and have excellent teaching credentials, as well as research programs in areas such as leadership, international development, and the utility industry.

The University of Idaho will publicly launch its Inspiring Futures campaign next April. This campaign will provide the resources that we need to realize our vision as the flagship institution for the state of Idaho. You can read more about the campaign and how you can help the college maintain its record of excellence and realize our goals for the next decade of service to our stakeholders.

I trust that you will continue to support the college’s new dean, and I am confident that the University of Idaho and the CBE’s future is bright. I look forward to seeing you at the kickoff of the University’s Inspiring Futures celebration in April, and I thank you all for your support during my tenure as dean of the College of Business and Economics.

The CBE has had a long and successful partnership with the utility industry dating back to 1954, when Professor Graue was asked

by Idaho Power to develop an executive training program with a

College of Business and Economics

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Faculty/Staff News New Faculty Anubha Mishra, assistant professor

Jane Weiss, assistant professor of accounting, earned

Youngkyun (Young) Park,

Accounting Professor Gordon Retires

of marketing, holds an M.B.A. from Pune University in India and a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona. Her industry experience includes time at Dabur and Marico, both large consumer product companies in India. She is currently conducting funded research in the utilities industry, focused on consumer behavior related to the adoption of solar energy alternatives.

assistant professor of finance, earned a master’s degree in economics from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea, a master’s in statistics from Rutgers State University, and a doctorate in risk management and insurance from Temple University. Previously, he served as a risk analyst at Export-Import Bank of Korea and as a research associate at the Employee Benefits Research Institute in Washington, D.C. His current research focuses on investment and portfolio management for retirement security and behavioral finance.

Jing Sun, assistant professor of economics,

has teaching experience at the University of Colorado-Denver, Skidmore College, City University of New York, and Columbia University. She holds a master’s in economics from Shanghai International Studies University and a doctorate from City University of New York. She is an expert on the topic of Indonesian manufacturing, with research interests in foreign acquisitions, foreign ownership and employment growth, and international market linkages and productivity.

Gang Wang, assistant professor

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of management and human resources, earned an M.B.A. from Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne in Beijing, and a Ph.D. in organizational behavior and human resource management from the University of Iowa. His industry experience in China includes time at the Haier Group, the Michelin Tire Co., and DongFeng Peugeot. His work is published in top-tier journals, with research focused on leadership, team empowerment, and emotional labor in the workplace, and how each relates to organizational performance.

a doctorate in accounting from the University of Wisconsin.

For 10 years, she has taught undergraduate and graduate financial accounting, financial statement analysis, and sustainability accounting. Her research interests include financial accounting theory and curriculum issues. Weiss joins the University of Idaho in January.

Longtime accounting professor, Teresa Gordon, has retired after 25 years as a member of the College of Business and Economics faculty. Gordon taught a variety of accounting courses, working continuously to deliver courses that were both challenging for her students and relevant in the current industry. Gordon also authored and co-authored numerous journal articles on issues related to not-for-profit organizations.

In addition to her extraordinary teaching, mentoring and research, Gordon made significant contributions to the field as a national-level committee or board member for several professional accounting associations.

New Staff Ciara Shuttleworth has been hired as program manager of the Utility Executive Course.

Denise Chaffins

has been hired as coordinator of the Executive Speaker Series.

Keri Moore has been hired as assistant to the dean.

Teresa Beiser

has been hired as an administrative assistant in advising.

Amber Crowley

has been hired as Web coordinator.

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Faculty Expertise Jon Miller

Glass of Wine Offers a Lesson in Signaling Product Value

By Jon Miller, professor of economics, College of Business and Economics Note: This article originally appeared in Business Insider, the Idaho Statesman’s weekly business magazine.

You wander through the racks of wine at your local wine shop. You’re grilling steak for dinner, so you want a red wine. A Cabernet Sauvignon would be nice.

But then the trouble begins.

In the cabernet section are wines from California and Washington and from countries such as Argentina, Australia and Chile. As you read wine labels, you find tidbits of information about the family history of the winemaker and the location and climate of the vineyard.

You also see the price and wonder if the quality of the wine could be worth that much.

Wine buyers often have little information on the quality of the bottles displayed before them. But the wine producers know the quality of their wines.

This mismatch of information in the marketplace is what economists call “asymmetric information,” and it is a research topic for my colleagues and me at the University of Idaho.

In 2001, three economists won the Nobel Prize for their theories of how markets work in the presence of asymmetric information. Two hypotheses from these theories are important for our work.

One relates to the “lemons” problem - not the fruit, but the lemon car.

George Akerlof applied his theory to the used-car market in a pioneering 1970 article. He suggested that the failure of sellers to provide buyers with information about the quality of used cars, an action called signaling, would lead to a market containing only lemons.

Likewise, we suggest that if winemakers cannot signal to buyers that their higher-cost, higher-quality wine is worth a higher price, they will be driven from the marketplace.

If signaling is successful in the market, we should find a close relationship between a wine’s price and the quality signals provided by its seller.

In a study published in the Journal of Wine Research in 2007, we demonstrated that wines are not lemons.

We explained that about half of the variation in 2001 California Cabernet Sauvignon prices was due to differences in experts’ quality ratings, the numbers of cases produced and the locations of grape production.

But much of the variation in prices remained unexplained. We concluded that wineries had signaled successfully, though incompletely.

This leads to the second Nobel-winning hypothesis.

In 1973, Michael Spence hypothesized that in markets with asymmetric information, buyers and sellers adjust their behavior over time in a way that reduces differences in expectations and realizations of the price-quality relationship.

For example, if you pay little for a wine that turns out to be very good, you’ll buy more of it in the future and will be willing to pay more for it as well. However, in the next vintage, sellers, realizing that they had underpriced it initially, might respond by raising the price.

We call this process “convergence to a signaling equilibrium.” In layman’s terms, the process leads to the old maxim, “you get what you pay for.”

A paper I wrote with colleagues Bob Stone and Eric Stuen was recently published in the Journal of Business and Economic Studies. It reports that the wine markets we studied appeared to follow this process.

In the long run, we’ll know whether a wine’s price is matched by its quality. But right now we don’t really know for sure. We can search for producer signals of quality. We can trust our local wine shop personnel.

Or we can experiment ourselves. Sometimes we’ll hit the jackpot; sometimes we’ll get burned. Like wine economics research at University of Idaho, it’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it. enterprise | 3

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Dean Jack Morris

Plunges Into Retirement

By Stacie Jones In our careers, we climb at an incessant pace until one day we arrive atop a mountain of achievement, where we pause and look back proudly, reflecting on the peaks and valleys of our ascent. Then, we slip off our tattered climbing shoes, toss our hefty load of responsibility aside, and leap into the next phase of our journey we call retirement.

After 39 years of steady climbing at the University of Idaho, Jack Morris, dean of the College of Business and Economics (CBE) since 2006, will plunge into retirement at the end of this year.

“This has been extremely difficult,” says Morris, visibly torn about his decision to retire. “I have a strong emotional tie to the University of Idaho. It is very, very special to me. This feels like saying goodbye to family.”

Saying goodbye to Morris, who has worked under eight of the 17 University of Idaho presidents, will be no less difficult for the CBE community. Morris has guided the college through some of its most difficult economic times. Despite unprecedented budget challenges, he has not only maintained and improved upon the high-quality learning environment for which the CBE has become known, he has instituted programs that have made the college stronger than ever—paving the way for its rising national reputation as a premier business school.

The Ascent Morris launched his career at the University of Idaho nearly four decades ago as a business analyst and instructor, teaching classes and leading economic development projects on the state’s tribal reservations. The job was his first in academia and the beginning of many subsequent life changes.

“1973 was an arduous year,” recalls Morris, who had left a position with a small business investment company in Oklahoma for the new adventure in Moscow.

“I began the job just one month before I married my wife, Linda. In fact, I use our wedding anniversary to remember how long I’ve been with the University,” joking that she would be pleased it’s not the other way around.

He transitioned into the College of Business and Economics in 1980 when the college began to see an increasing demand for graduates in operations management. Recognizing an opportunity to combine his “two loves: finance and industrial engineering,” Morris worked to help establish the college’s degree program in operations management after completing his doctorate from the University of Oklahoma.

“I am very proud of the operations management program,” he says. “Its graduates are consistently in high demand and are leading successful careers in big companies throughout the Northwest, like Micron and Boeing.”

Linda and Jack Morris in Machu Picchu, Peru, South America.

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The Morrises in Antarctica.

In 1994, Morris was chosen to be part of a selective team of five faculty members who pioneered the college’s Integrated Business Curriculum (IBC), an innovative program in which students spend their entire junior year working in interdisciplinary teams on real-world business projects.

“Being part of the process of developing the IBC was an incredibly rewarding experience, and teaching in it for 10 years was also a major highlight … I can’t say I’ve ever enjoyed teaching as much as I did in that program,” he says.

During the college’s reaccreditation last year, the IBC was recognized as a “best practice in business education” curriculum by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, the world’s top accreditation agency for business schools.

“That was a really exciting moment for me,” he says. “Not only did we earn six additional years of accreditation, which is the best possible result, we were also recognized with distinction in areas we have worked tremendously hard.” The college earned four commendations for curriculum, executive education, assessment practices, and experiential learning.

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2006 following the retirement of then-dean, Byron Dangerfield.

During his tenure, Morris has focused heavily on expanding the college’s experiential learning programs – such as Barker Trading Program, Vandal Solutions and student international experiences – as well as developing the college’s executive education programs, including the Executive MBA program.

While his longtime career is enveloped in achievement, Morris points to his students as the primary source of his pride.

“There’s nothing more rewarding than having the opportunity to touch someone’s life through higher education,” he says. “It’s pretty amazing to see students become transformed by the things we teach them, and to be able to follow their successes throughout their lifetime.”

The Plunge As Morris reflects on his career, he’s clearly conflicted between the somberness of leaving behind his beloved University family of nearly 40 years, and the anticipation of his impending carefree lifestyle.

“As far as I’m concerned, I have the best job at the University, and I know I’ll miss it immensely,” he says. “I get to work with

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“Next summer, I plan to visit a different lake every week … and to test the intellect of the trout in those lakes,” he says with a grin.

His retirement will also afford him the flexibility to take advantage of fresh-powder days at Brundage Mountain Ski Resort.

“I’ve held a season pass for three years. This year I plan to actually use it,” chuckles Morris, who hopes to keep on pace with Linda’s 62 visits to the slopes last year.

Avid travelers, the Morrises are planning a photo safari trip to Africa, where they also hope to reconnect with the Masasi locals Linda met several years ago when working on a clean-water project through the University of Idaho.

Morris expects to remain active in the University as a dean emeritus. President Nellis has asked Jack to work on projects designed to promote a more entrepreneurial university. He will also continue on as a board member for the Barker Dangerfield Wealth Management Fund which oversees the Barker Capital Management and Trading Program.

He and Linda also plan to regularly attend football games and to support University fundraising efforts and alumni social events.

The Legacy Morris’ retirement is bittersweet, but he is confident that there is no better time than now to pass the torch.

“The college is positioned extremely well,” he says. “We are in a stable budget situation with the state, we have experienced outstanding growth in enrollments at every level – including the recruitment of new freshmen, transfers, graduate students, and the retention of existing students – and programs like the EMBA and UEC are growing strong. an extraordinary group of faculty, students, and alums, and I absolutely love everything I’m doing right now in the college.

But, as my wife points out, there are a lot of things I love that I haven’t been doing.”

“There’s nothing more rewarding than the opportunity to touch someone’s life through higher education.”

That list of things he hasn’t been doing – but will soon have more time to tackle – includes fly-fishing, camping, hiking, skiing, rafting and a myriad of other outdoor activities he and Linda, a CBE emeritus professor who retired from the University after 36 years, easily enjoy from their home on 45 scenic acres in New Meadows, Idaho, a small mountain community near McCall.

“All of these factors indicate that the college is poised for a very successful future,” he continues. “It’s a good time for a transition in leadership.”

His advice to his successor can be summarized in one word: “listen.”

“It’s so important to listen and communicate honestly with everyone –not only with your faculty, staff, students, and alumni, but also with your external stakeholders,” he explains.

“Your role as dean is to support your faculty and staff –and to provide them with everything they need to be successful –for one purpose only: to make sure students have a great experience at the University.”

Revered for his hands-on leadership style and unwavering commitment to students, Morris will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy.

“My hope is that I’ve had some small part in touching young people’s lives through our curriculum in CBE,” he says. “I want to be remembered as Professor Morris, not as Dean Morris, because being a professor is one of the most noble professions there is.”

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In Praise of Jack Morris “Jack exemplifies the true nature of leadership. To him, leadership is a personal contribution to what he holds worthy: his time, his talent and his students. Jack’s contribution to Idaho and the thousands of students’ lives that he has touched has led to a stronger University.”

— Dan Alsaker, President, Alsaker Corporation Chair, CBE Advisory Board “Jack has led the CBE through some of the toughest times ever experienced in higher education. He helped his team overcome adversity time after time, building a stronger more focused curriculum that benefits the students and ultimately our standard of living in the region.”

— Stan Hilbert, Executive Vice President & CFO, Telect CBE Advisory Board Member “Not only is Jack a visionary, he also has shown a bias toward achieving desired results in a way that is respectful of all stakeholders – as only a wise and seasoned professional can consistently demonstrate. With innovative programs and curriculum and a commitment to the advancement of students, we have been fortunate to enjoy Jack’s leadership over his several decades with the University.”

— Meg Carlson, Principal, The C&H Group former Chair, CBE Advisory Board “Jack is an accomplished teacher, scholar and leader. However, I think his greatest accomplishments have been as a mentor and a colleague. He is one of those rare individuals who has been truly successful at all stages of his diverse career, and he has been genuinely committed to serving as the college’s supporter, defender, advocate, spokesperson, champion and guide.”

— Dan Eveleth, Professor, Human Resources Management “Jack’s dedication to the college and its students is unparalleled. I think that he has done an incredible job leading the college forward. His decisions were always made with the best interest of the college in mind.

One of the things that makes Jack truly unique is that he has approached the job of dean as one of working for the students, for the faculty and for the college. That really comes through in how he spends his time and in how he leads. We will miss his leadership.”

— John Lawrence, Professor, Operations Management

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Reyes Appointed Interim Dean Mario Reyes, associate dean of the College of Business and Economics for the past five years, has been appointed the college’s interim dean, effective January 8, 2012.

“I am honored and humbled to serve as the interim dean of the College of Business and Economics,” Reyes says. “It will be a huge challenge to replace the outstanding leadership of Dean Jack Morris, but I welcome the opportunity and look forward to collaborating with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders to maintain the momentum in our programs.”

“Mario is an outstanding choice for the interim dean position,” says Jack Morris. “He is an extraordinary teacher, researcher and mentor with proven leadership skills that will serve him well in this new position.

I wish Mario success as the new leader in the College of Business and Economics.”

Reyes came to the University of Idaho in 1985 as a professor of finance. He served as head of the Department of Economics in 2005 and was appointed associate dean in 2006. Prior to his academic career, Reyes worked in international business in the accounting department for E.M. Cojuangco Group of Companies in the Philippines. He was also a business consultant for such companies as Northwest River Supplies and New York State Electric and Gas. Reyes is a past recipient of the University of Idaho Excellence in Teaching Award and is a repeated winner of the First Interstate Bank Excellence Teaching Award for the College of Business and Economics. He is also a two-time recipient of the A. Darius Davis Faculty Fellowship.

Reyes earned his Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas and an M.B.A. from the University of New Orleans. He also holds a B.S. in Commerce, with a major in accounting, from De La Salle University.

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Tickmarks

The Accounting Department News

PROGRAM NEWS 4 • Beta Alpha Psi was awarded Superior Status. Several Beta Alpha Psi members made presentations at Beta Alpha Psi regional and national meetings.

• Thank you to the following organizations and individuals for serving as special presenters in the department this year: BDO, Deloitte, Eide Bailly, Hecla Mining Company, Jordan Green, Jeremy Wimple, KPMG, LeMaster Daniels, Moss Adams, Presnell Gage, University of Idaho Internal Audit Department, and Zions Bank.

• The Accounting Advisory Board continues to provide the department with valuable guidance, support, and assistance in assessment of MACCT students.

Faculty News 4 • TERESA GORDON was honored by the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) with the 2011 Daniel D. Robinson Accounting Award for her excellence, leadership, and commitment to the advancement of college and university accounting and reporting.

• MARLA KRAUT was a member of a panel on ethics education at the Treasure Valley CFO Forum.

• MARLA KRAUT has been appointed to the University of Idaho Audit Committee.

• 20 students worked with the Nez Perce and Coeur d’Alene tribes and prepared tax returns in Kamiah, Plummer, St. Maries, and Moscow through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program with the Community Action Partnership and the University of Idaho College of Law. • Students completed internships at Deloitte, Eide Bailly, KPMG, Moss Adams, Presnell Gage, Intel, Stryker, Telect, Brite Semiconductor Corporation in Shanghai, and a CPA firm in China.

ALUMNI NEWS 4 • SHARON ALLEN recently retired as a partner and chairman of the board of Deloitte LLP. • JODY OLSON and CHARLEY JONES were awarded the University of Idaho Silver and Gold Award.

• PAUL FARKAS, managing partner of Moss Adams in Eugene, Ore., was awarded the Outstanding Professional of the Year by Beta Alpha Psi members. Farkas’ service to the department includes more than 20 years on the Accounting Advisory Board and contributions to the Accounting Advisory Faculty Fellowship.

• Congratulations to the following accounting alumni on their promotions: KARA WESTERGARD BESST, Chief Executive Officer, Gritman Medical Center ALLEGRA BURDICK, Financial Manager, Holt International

• JASON PORTER has been appointed co-chair of the Conference in Teaching and Learning in Accounting.

BETH MEYER DRUFFEL, Treasurer and Chief Accounting Officer, Coeur d’Alene Mines

• BOB STONE was awarded the Potlatch Federal Credit Union Hometown Spirit Faculty award for his contributions to the academic community by helping students succeed in academics and in life.

CHRISTINE EVERETT, Cost and Controls Manager, Intel

• JANE WEISS will be joining our faculty in January.

STUDENT NEWS 4 • ANDREA HASENHOERHL and MELANIE SCOTT, have passed the CPA exam while Master of Accountancy students.

• A record 22 students graduated from the Master of Accountancy program this year, with 85 percent employment within three months of graduation.

TAZO KINNAS, Chief Financial Officer, Indepth Solutions, Inc. BEN KLINK, Operations Accounting Manager, Caesars Entertainment KAthy Kopczick has been appointed to the BDO LLP Board of Directors KODY KRAUS, Manager of Audit and Risk Advisory, KPMG JESSE MORENO, Director of Finance and HR Technologies, Coldwater Creek, Inc. JELENA NIDBALSKA, Manager of Business Risk Management and Control Solutions, Moss Adams CARRIE CERREGHINO ROCK, International Tax Manager, URS Corp.

STACI MIO WOOLSEY, Controller, Transform Solar AMY WORL, Tax Manager, Caesars Entertainment

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Putting Education into place Program is at the Forefront of Golf Leadership Training While many of last spring’s college graduates across the country are still working to launch their careers, most of the 11 graduates of the University of Idaho’s PGA golf management program are already well settled into their new jobs.

With a history of 100 percent job placement rate within three months of gradation, the College of Business and Economics’ golf program exemplifies the strength of the University: a closeknit community school with personal attention from faculty and staff.

by Amanda Cairo

When Henderson first arrived on campus five years ago, she was excited to play golf. Then the scope of the academic program really hit her, because students pursue a marketing degree on top of the PGA golf management program. Though she fared well in her classes, she was pleasantly surprised at the academic rigors.

It’s a tough academic program that may appear deceptively easy at first, but it offers a lot of one-on-one attention.

Approximately 80 students are currently in the program.

Chris Meyer, from Spokane, Wash., and Becky Henderson, from Bridgeport, Wash., both have four required internships under their belts. They are also already on the job and well prepared for this next step.

“To be in the golf industry, to really succeed, you need to have the PGA distinction,” says Cole Mize, PGA golf management program director. “Our program helps students attain that distinction.”

“It was a great program; I really enjoyed it. You get a lot of experience, and I definitely felt prepared stepping into my job,” says Henderson, who is the third-assistant PGA professional at the Eugene (Ore.) Country Club.

The program requires students to complete four internships, so they learn a broad range of working operations and have the opportunity to experience several golf courses and make new contacts. Students also engage with national leaders in the PGA program, traveling to PGA headquarters and visiting with leaders who come to campus, including the director of education for the PGA of America, Dawes Marlatt. As it happens, Marlatt, a University of Idaho alumnus, designed, implemented and promoted the PGA golf management program at the University.

Meyer is currently the assistant PGA professional at Columbia Edgewater Country Club in Portland, Ore., where he teaches lessons and helps with merchandising and inventory control for the golf shop.

“It’s an amazing opportunity to learn about the business, build up good contacts and meet the leaders of the PGA,” says Meyer, who would eventually like to join the PGA’s leadership ranks.

Both Henderson and Meyer were attracted to the University of Idaho because of the PGA distinction – only 19 universities nationwide are accredited by the PGA of America – but also for the chance to earn a marketing degree from the CBE. “The University of Idaho is known for its business program, especially the IBC (Integrated Business Curriculum),” Meyer says. “It was definitely a hard course, but looking back, it was great to see how it all fit together. It was a lot more realistic take on the business world.”

Meyer is looking forward to getting back out on the course.

After five years studying, he suspects his game could be a bit better. But with academic success and the beginning of a career he loves, it can only get better.

As Henderson begins her career, she is not leaving schooling behind. She hopes to complete certification with Ladies Professional Golf Association and become a leader in women’s golf as the sport continues to gain momentum. She is, after all, the second female to graduate Idaho’s PGA Golf Management Program. enterprise | 11

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The Report

Highlights from the Department of Business

NEW ENTREPRENEURSHIP OPTION

FACULTY PROMOTIONS, AWARDS

Business students interested in entrepreneurship now have a new opportunity to build their knowledge, skills and marketability with the new entrepreneurship option in the marketing major.

Faculty members in the Department of Business continue to receive accolades for their exceptional teaching.

While the University-wide entrepreneurship program, Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works (VIEW), continues to offer a certificate and other programs in entrepreneurship, the newly created option in marketing provides business students with a more direct route of study in entrepreneurship, and signals to potential employers more in-depth knowledge in the area.

STUDENT AWARDS ASUI Student Achievement Awards Outstanding Sophomore/Spurs Award Lizbette Morin; Ali Jo Nuckles; Mary Pomes Outstanding Junior/Silver Lance Award Adam Russell Outstanding Senior Award Kelsey LaRoche Idaho Leadership Certificate Award Nathan Essex Alumni Awards for Excellence Hans W. Christiansen, Operations Management and Information Systems Christine Clark, Operations Management Kevin D. Kelpe, Economics Kelsey LaRoche, Operations, Finance and Management Leila “Emily” Hickman, Finance Caitlin Casey, Marketing Meg Alexandra Browning, Accounting and Economics

John Lawrence, operations management, received the 2011 University of Idaho Teaching Excellence Award, the University’s highest recognition for exceptional teaching. He was also selected by Executive MBA students for the 2011 EMBA Outstanding Faculty Award. This is the third year in a row he has received this recognition.

Scott Metlen, operations management, was recognized by students of the University of Idaho Naval Reserve Officers Training Corp. with the 2011 Faculty Excellence Award. Professor Metlen was also selected for and completed the University of Idaho’s Leadership Academy.

Jan Rauk, human resource management, was awarded an Outstanding Faculty Member Award from the University of Idaho Greek system.

Michele O’Neill, finance, Dan Eveleth, human resource management, and Terry Grieb, finance, have been promoted to full professors.

RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP Several faculty members are actively involved in externally funded University research programs.

Steve Shook, marketing, Steve Peterson, economics, and Tracie Lee, operations management, are part of a USDA-funded research program that aims to increase prosperity for small farms through sustainable livestock production, processing and marketing.

Peterson is also leading economic impact studies sponsored by the five tribes of Idaho, the Shoshoni-Bannock Tribes, and the Energy Policy Institute.

John Lawrence, operations management, is involved in the University of Idaho’s Professional Science Master’s program, a new interdisciplinary program funded by the National Science Foundation that focuses on the impact of sustainability on the economy, environment and society.

Jan Rauk, human resource management, wrote test questions for the National Exam for Professional Human Resources.

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Students gain real-world experience Business students continue to gain valuable practical experience, with a record number of internships, study-abroad experiences, service learning and volunteer programs, and projects involving real-world business clients.

Student teams from various business courses worked with Boeing, Quillio Quarter Horses; Gritman Medical Center; Frontier Communications; Lamb Weston; Anderson Group, LLC; Alternative Giving Market of the Palouse; ArcFlash Technology; Ex-Sightment Optical; Idaho National Laboratory; Palouse Land Trust, and others. In fact, one IBC team successfully applied for and received a $5,000 grant from PepsiCo for their client, the Humane Society of the Palouse.

The CBE sent its first team of students – Meg Browning, Michael Hungerford and Devon Giguiere – to the University of Arizona’s first Eller School of Management Ethics Case Competition, held in October 2010. A team of students recently completed the Fall 2011 competition and placed second overall.

Students in the Operations Management Club traveled to Seattle in February to tour Kenworth Trucks, Boeing and Microsoft. In other business student field trips last year, Graue scholars visited Boeing, the Davis Group visited Starbucks, and human resource management students visited Campell’s Soup, Microsoft and Nordstrom’s corporate headquarters.

Jeff Bailey, professor and head of the Department of Business, pictured here with his daughter and son, led a teaching program in Bangalore, India, this summer. Faculty members also traveled to France and Italy to enrich their teaching, research and the experience of their students. CBE professors have been selected to visiting teaching positions next summer in India, China and Spain.

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Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works

Competition Judges The sixth annual VIEW Business Plan Competition took place April 30 at the J. A. Albertson Building on the University of Idaho campus. The business plans of 15 teams were reviewed and evaluated by an outstanding group of practicing professionals and experienced entrepreneurs. We offer our sincere thanks to the following judges for volunteering their time and expertise to the 2011 Business Plan Competition. Their support and involvement contributed greatly to the success of this year’s event and helped ensure a quality experience for participating students.

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John Bales Director, Vandal Stores

Andrew Bielat President/CEO, EIS Analytics

Pat Binkley, ’92 VP Engineering, Zumobi

Tom Bundy, ’87 Entrepreneur and Board Member Helac Corp.

Rachelle Brower, ’96 VP Accounting, Keynetics Inc.

Meg Carlson, ’76 Principal/Co-Founder, Carlson Hall

Doug Chadderdon, ’82 President/CEO, Great Floors

Scott Green, ’85 Executive Director, WilmerHale

Ray Grosshans Program Manager, Center for Advanced Energy Studies

Julie Hawkins, ’84 Partner of, Eide Bailly

Dietmar Kluth, ’66 President, Kluth Associates, LLC.

Laine Meyer, ’72 Retired VP, Hewlett-Packard

Glenn Michael Highway 12 Ventures

Ben Rolphe Entrepreneur

Tom Ryan, ’87 Founder/CEO, Athena Chiefs

Bryan Timm, ’87 Executive VP/COO, Columbia Sportswear

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Speaker Series

The Wells Fargo Speaker Series brings successful entrepreneurs to campus to share their experiences and expertise in developing an innovative business solution or bringing a product to market. The speaker series – made possible by the generous support of Wells Fargo Bank, private donors and corporate sponsors – is designed to educate students through the help of successful entrepreneurs. Thank you to our 2011 speakers.

Jeff Anderson Jeff Anderson is the owner of FLAVORS! Inc., a company founded in 1989 that engages in the distribution of fruits and vegetables, and Zenacious Software. Both companies are located in Boise.

Anderson graduated from the University of Idaho in 1967 with a B.S. in Business Administration. He earned an M.B.A. from the University of Hawaii, later returning to the University of Idaho to earn his M.S. in Business while working as an assistant professor of marketing and marketing research. Anderson served as sales manager for Murakami Produce Company for 10 years before taking ownership of Tastings Restaurant.

Mary Jane Bedegi Mary Jane led Nokia Growth Partners, the venture capital arm of Nokia Corporation, to establish offices in China, India and Europe. Over the past 10 years, she has served as CFO for several emerging companies and venture capital firms. She has also held various finance positions, including vice president of administration at a start-up telecommunications firm and as principal at Ernst & Young. She also worked eight years at Silicon Graphics. She is a Certified Public Accountant, with an M.B.A. in Finance from UC Berkeley and a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Idaho.

Sloan Brothers Sloan Security Group, based in Boise, is a high-security construction company specializing in fencing and digital technologies for protection. Greg Sloan, the company’s president, senior project manager and senior safety manager, holds a marketing degree from the University of Idaho. Brice Sloan, the company’s CFO and vice president, holds a degree in history from the University of Idaho. Collin Sloan, vice president of business development, also received his marketing degree from the University of Idaho. Rusty Sloan works in business development at the company.

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Vineyard the Focus of Business Plan for VIEW Competition

By Karen Hunt

David McIntosh knows that time and patience are what make a good glass of wine.

Watching his father plant and care for a two-acre plot of grapevines, McIntosh wanted to create a business where local wineries could chose from a variety of red grapes.

McIntosh enlisted the help of fellow University of Idaho students Kayla Didier, Charlie Chadderdon and Jerry Wroten to create a Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works – or VIEW – business plan for what they would call the Lewis-Clark Vineyard. While vineyards in southern Idaho grow mostly white wine grapes, the Lewis-Clark Vineyard would grow red grapes.

“We would be the largest vineyard in north Idaho producing ultra-premium red wine grapes,” Chadderdon says.

Lewis-Clark Vineyard would sell the premium grapes to wineries across northern Idaho and Washington. For the local wineries that travel a great distance to buy red grapes, it would cut the cost of travel expenses and allow the wineries to begin production within hours, instead of days.

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The vineyard is set to be located in the Lewiston and Clarkston Valley, where rich soil and a temperate climate creates an ideal growing season.

“The Lewiston Valley is a very unique location in Idaho,” Chadderdon says. “It has more growing degree days than Walla Walla.”

The climate isn’t the only reason that Lewiston is ideal for starting a vineyard. The average acre in the LC Valley costs $1,900, compared to $16,000 in Walla Walla, Wash., and $85,000 in Napa Valley, Calif.

“The land cost is definitely a big advantage for us,” Didier says.

2011 Business Plan Competition Winners INNOVATIVE VENTURES & SUSTAINABLE VENTURES First Place ($10,000)–Solanux Inc. Project: An Idaho-based food ingredient company that produces potato products with high levels of resistant starch.

Second Place ($6,000)–Crisis Assessment Consulting Project: An online program called Suicide Assessment Training (SAT) that educates medical staff about suicide awareness and prevention.

Third Place ($4,000)–FishPro Project: Manufacturer and distributor of a microbial product developed by University of Idaho researchers that prevents a problematic disease in fish.

This wouldn’t be the first time a vineyard was planted in the LC Valley. In 1872, two French immigrants and one German immigrant planted the first vineyard in Lewiston, long before any vineyards in Washington or California were planted.

Lewiston soon became the wine capital of Idaho, known for its award-winning wines. But by 1919, all wine production stopped, due to the Prohibition era.

Fourth Place ($3,000)–Smart Beam, LLC Project: A manufacturer and distributor of the wooden I beam, which is made from small diameter logs and provides an environmentally friendly product for door, window, and garage door headers.

It wasn’t until the 1970s that vineyards began to make their appearance in Idaho again, this time in the Snake River Valley.

Second Place ($1,500)–Lewis-Clark Vineyards Project: Establish a wine grape vineyard in Lewiston, Idaho, area.

“Wine consumption in the U.S. has more than tripled since the Prohibition,” Didier says. “If it continues to climb, the industry could boom.”

The wine industry is certainly doing just that. In the state of Idaho, it has become a $73 million industry, according to a Boise State University study. In 2010, there were 43 wineries and nearly 1,600 acres of grapes planted in Idaho.

“Vineyards are starting to spark in Lewiston, too,” McIntosh says. “The Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission is planning to propose an American Viticultural Area in our designated growing region. It would give the wineries and vineyards a lot more credibility and name recognition as well as a competitive edge against vineyards in the Snake River Valley.”

SMALL BUSINESS First Place ($3,000)–Bittercreek Ales Project: A beverage company that makes micro-brewed beer and distilled spirits.

Third Place ($500)–The Red Brick Project: A new bar in an historical building in downtown Idaho Falls.

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INTRAPRENEURSHIP First Place ($4,000)–Find Every Possibility (FEP) Project: A clothing company that supports a variety of causes through the sales of clothing.

Second Place ($3,000)–UI Parking and Transportation Services Project: A program that will auction premium parking spots to faculty and students to offset the rising parking costs for the University community.

Third Place ($1,000)–The Golden Weave Project: A company that distributes silk bolts woven in Pakistan to the U.S. upholstery and clothing companies under the Fair Trade Agreement.

The team would hire McIntosh’s father to manage the vineyard. They also would hire three workers to care for the vines in the initial three-year growing process. When the first harvest comes, three additional workers will be hired.

“We’re really blessed to have David’s father as a mentor on this,” Didier says.

With two of the group members from Lewiston and McIntosh’s father being the manager, the team hopes to spark interest in local wineries and people within the community who enjoy making red wine.

“We’re excited to be working with the local community,” Wroten says. “Our No. 1 goal is to get the local community involved.”

“We’re excited to show people and investors our idea,” McIntosh says.

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Inspiring Futures

Wells Fargo’s banking executives know business success requires an entrepreneurial spirit.

That’s why the bank’s Dana Reddington, Idaho regional banking president, and Wayne Schneider ’72, retired senior vice president, have garnered support for a vital University of Idaho student business initiative through the Wells Fargo Foundation.

The University’s Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works, or VIEW, inspires students’ entrepreneurial attitudes and accomplishments. Specifically, VIEW: • Offers a 12-credit entrepreneurship certificate open to all students.

• Brings in top-flight entrepreneurs who meet with students through the Wells Fargo Speaker Series.

• Hosts an annual student business plan competition.

• Holds the annual Wells Fargo Elevator Pitch competition, during which a student has two minutes to pitch his or her business plan to judges.

The University of Idaho would like to thank Wells Fargo for its generous support.

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Supporting student success and leadership is simple. To learn how our giving programs can benefit you and the future leaders of our state, contact us.

Chandra Zenner Ford Assistant Dean for Development College of Business & Economics (208) 890-2370 Toni Broyles Director of Development College of Business & Economics (208) 885-2634 Virginia Pellegrini Director of Development Corporate & Foundation Relations (208) 885-5303

CBE Advisory Board Fall 2011 Thank you to the members of the board for your continued support.

Front Row: Donna Day Jacobs (Day Realty, Boise); Meg Carlson (Principal, C&H Group, Boise); Mary Pat Thompson (CFO, MWI Veterinary, Boise); Michael Gwartney (retired, Dept. of Administration, Gov. Otter) Second Row: James Steele, Jr. (First Vice President, Merrill Lynch, Boise); Craig Olson (Principal, The Caprock Group, Boise); Dan Alsaker (President, Alsaker Corporation/ Broadway Group, Spokane); Wayne Schneider (Retired, Senior Vice President, Wells Fargo, Boise); J.T. Jones (CFO, Fishers Document Systems, Boise) Third Row: Scott Green (Executive Director, WilmerHale, New York); Ann Nelson (Audit Partner, KPMG, Boise); Richard Farnsworth (Retired, Senior VP, Fireman’s Fund Insurance, Santa Rosa); Jim Steele (Retired, Merrill Lynch, Boise); Paul Farkas (Partner, Moss Adams, Eugene); Gary Garnand (Garnand Marketing, Twin Falls) Back Row: Mike Richards (Partner, Deloitte, San Francisco); Tom Bundy (Owner, Thomas & Associates, Seattle); JoAnne Stringfield (Marlin Equity, Boise); Jack Morris (Dean); Annette Elg (CFO, Simplot, Boise); Tim Greene (Retired Partner, Stuart Mill Capital, Moscow); Stan Hilbert (Executive Vice President & CFO, Telect, Liberty Lake).

Current members not pictured: Susan Molenaar Butterfield, (Owner, Molenaar Jewelers, Boise); Doug Chadderdon (President, Great Floors, Coeur d’Alene); Dave Cowan (CEO, Mill Machinery, Molalla, OR); Richard Dahl (CEO, James Campbell Co., Honolulu); Matt Espe (CEO/President, Armstrong World Industries, Pennsylvania); Patricia Kempthorne (Founder, Twiga Foundation, Boise); Kelly Leary (Vice President, Coldwater Creek); Jim Lemley (Independent Film Producer, Beverly Hills); Laine Meyer (Retired, Vice President, Hewlett Packard, Los Altos); Deena Presnell (Controller, Telect, Liberty Lake); Ben Rolphe (Retired Chairman, Rolphe Industries); Terrill Rust (Marlin Equity, Boise); Tom Ryan (CEO, Athena Chiefs, Seattle) Jim Sabala (Senior Vice President & CFO, Hecla, Coeur d’Alene); Bryan Timm (Senior Vice President & COO, Columbia, Portland); Dean Welch (Retired CEO, The Ladish Co, Brookfield, WI) Chair Emeritus members not pictured: Rex Dorman (Retired CFO, Boise Cascade); Jim Hawkins (Retired, Highway 12, Boise & Coeur d’Alene); Doyle Jacklin (General Partner, Riverbend Commerce Park, Post Falls); Lonnie Park (Retired, Executive Vice President, First Security, Boise); Bob Woodhead (Retired, Executive VP and CFO, Morrison Knudsen, Boise & Palm Springs)

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Executive Education

GENERATING LEADERS Utility Executive Course Provides Premier Industry Training

By Stacie Jones

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UEC alumna Punam Mathur, Vice President of Employee and Community Engagement for NV Energy in Las Vegas: “UEC just hit the bull’s-eye.”

NV Energy executive Punam Mathur faced a daunting learning curve when she walked into the utility industry for the first time two years ago.

“I came from 13 years in gaming and hospitality,” says Mathur, who was recruited from MGM Mirage to NV Energy to head up the Las Vegas-based utility’s human resources department. “I had never done anything that remotely touched utilities.”

During her initial months in her new vice president position, she focused on building her understanding of the complex utility business, working to “put the pixels of information together that created the larger picture,” she says. Shortly after her first anniversary with the company, Mathur’s CEO presented her with a career-changing opportunity.

“He gave me the gift of going to Moscow, Idaho, for three weeks,” she says.

In June 2010, Mathur traveled to the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, where she joined the ranks of the more than 2,200 utility professionals, from more than 100

companies around the world, who have completed the nationally renowned Utility Executive Course (UEC).

Offered through the College of Business and Economics, UEC is an executive education course that draws approximately 50 students each year for three weeks of intensive industry and leadership training. The full-immersion program combines a faculty of top industry leaders with a carefully crafted curriculum that addresses the latest industry issues.

“For someone who is trying to get their roots established as a new leader in the industry and to build their understanding of the overall business – with all of its facets and dimensions – UEC just hits the bull’s-eye,” says Mathur, who now holds the title of vice president of employee and community engagement at NV Energy.

In addition to three, frequently referenced, four-inch binders stored within arm’s reach in Mathur’s office, “I’m a copious note taker,” Mathur says, UEC provided another valuable takeaway.

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The UEC faculty is made up of senior-level practitioners and leading industry and academic experts, such as Mario Reyes (left), professor of finance and associate dean of the College of Business and Economics; and Mike Hunter (right), president of Southcross Energy.

“As a new entrant into the industry, it was difficult to establish a professional network, because when you work for a monopoly, there’s no one else doing the same thing in your community,” she says. “The UEC was an outstanding opportunity to develop a network with other professionals who are similarly motivated and working in the same industry.”

NV Energy CEO, Michael Yackira, who is also a member of the UEC faculty, “is a strong believer in the value of the course,” Mathur says. The company selectively identifies two to three employees for the program each year.

“As a company, we rely heavily on the class as a critical tool in the development of emerging leaders,” she says.

If popularity is any indication, other utility companies consider the UEC an important asset in their tool box, too. UEC saw one of its largest classes this year, with 58 attendees from 36 companies. Participants represented a variety of disciplines, including technology, finance, engineering, marketing, general business, regulatory affairs and environmental services.

In June, Linda Jones, director of corporate communications for Avista Corp. in Spokane, Wash., became her company’s 135th graduate of UEC. With more than 20 years in utilities, Jones is no stranger to the industry. However, she says UEC offered the ideal environment for exchanging ideas and learning, and “cemented the need to look at the business from a broader perspective.”

“It’s clear to me that in this time of rapid change, it’s more important than ever to understand how one decision affects another in our business,” she says. “We really must work together to address the many challenges facing us.”

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For the Industry, by the Industry In 1954, alumnus and Idaho Power Company executive, Robert Sessions, approached his former business professor at the University of Idaho about creating a management development program for the utility industry. Professor and renowned economist, Erwin Graue, led a team of faculty and industry leaders to develop what has now grown to become the oldest and largest industry-specific program in the country.

“The UEC exemplifies our commitment as a college and our mission as a land-grant university to serve the needs of industry,” says Jack Morris, dean of the College of Business and Economics. “UEC started because we listened to what our external stakeholders said was important. After 58 years, we are still listening so that we can continue to deliver on our promise of preparing utility executives for the next generation of the industry.”

Mike Hunter, alumnus of the College of Business and Economics and longtime supporter and former instructor of UEC, served as assistant in 1974 and 1975 to then director of the program, accounting professor Bob Clark, while completing his master’s in business administration at the University of Idaho. He recalls at least three other universities offering competing courses at the time, all of which no longer exist.

“The main reason for UEC’s success is that it was created for the industry, by the industry,” says Hunter, whose UEC experience as a graduate student sparked a lifetime career in the energy industry. He is currently President of Southcross Energy, LLC, a natural gas pipeline and processing enterprise, headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

“The fact that the program has been going strong for nearly 60 years is incredible,” he adds. “It’s a true testament to the University’s leadership and its commitment to keeping this an industry-centered course that remains necessary and relevant to what is confronting utilities today.”

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The utility industry has experienced dramatic change since UEC’s inception: from the build and grow era of the ‘50s and ‘60s, to the energy crisis and growth of nuclear power in the ‘70s, to computing technology in the 80s, to deregulation in the ‘90s, to the smart-grid technologies of today. Staying current with the industry is crucial to the program’s success, especially in an industry that “will change more in the next 10 years than it has in the last 100,” says Yvonne Sertich, director of the UEC.

In addition to identifying current industry issues, the advisory committee helps find and recruit UEC instructors. Selected for their mix of industry and academic experience, the high-caliber faculty is made up of leading industry experts, with nearly 95 percent currently working in the industry.

“While UEC is grounded in its rich history of providing the industry fundamentals, we continually adapt the curriculum to address current industry issues,” Sertich says. “It’s really a new course every year.”

Kensok believes a key factor in the success of UEC is its steadfast commitment to providing a curriculum and student experience that stays true to the utility industry.

To develop the curriculum, Sertich relies on the UEC Advisory Committee, a group of industry leaders representing 16 organizations in all functional areas of the industry.

“We work with our advisory committee to ensure the course is current and focused on the key issues shaping the industry,” she says. “We meet with the committee biannually and work with them throughout the year on curriculum development.”

Recent topics covered in the course range from customer relationships, infrastructure challenges, renewable energy, an aging workforce, regulations and public policy, environmental issues, changing economics and more. The integration of new technology, known in the industry as “disruptive technology,” is also a top point of discussion.

“The industry is in the cradle stages of an enormous technology-driven transformation, from clean energy, to the automation of distribution and transmission systems, to consumer energy management products that are driving the industry for the first time ever,” says UEC advisory committee member Jim Kensok, vice president and chief information officer for Avista Corp. He’s also a 1999 alumnus and former instructor of the course.

“We [the advisory committee] don’t change a lot, we finetune a lot,” Kensok says. “We strive to keep the core principles of UEC alive and intact with what the course was originally designed to be: a program for utilities designed by utilities.”

“UEC has encapsulated the unique culture, or DNA, of the industry, and it has done an excellent job of putting all the key ingredients together to create a premier executive leadership experience that not only stays connected to what’s going on in the industry today, but also prepares industry leaders for tomorrow,” Kensok says.

The utility industry’s DNA, he explains, is made up of three components: leadership, a shared passion for the product, and a strong professional network.

“Leadership in a utility is very different,” he says. “Change is constant and there’s a huge social responsibly that comes with leading this industry, on both the environmental side and community side.

“Second, there’s a huge passion in utilities for the reliable and safe delivery of our life-sustaining product,” he continues. “We are passionate about doing what’s right for our customers … We are one of the only industries that actually helps our customers use less of our product.

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Linda Jones, director of corporate communications at Avista Corp., a utility based in Spokane, Wash., is a 2011 alumna of UEC. Jim Kensok, vice president and chief information officer at Avista, is also a graduate of UEC and currently serves on the UEC Advisory Committee.

A Worldwide Reputation UEC’s industry-centered focus has helped earn the program an international reputation as the world’s premier utility executive learning experience, drawing industry leaders from a total of 17 countries, most recently from Bermuda, Malaysia, Thailand, Canada, Japan, and Barbados, to name a few.

“It’s the only program in the world specifically targeted to high-level leaders in the industry,” Sertich explains. “The strong international focus goes back to the beginning of the course, and we’ve had consistent international participation since.

Our international participants value the opportunity to build a network of classmates in mid- to senior-level management positions from a wide range of U.S. utilities.”

The 2011 UEC included a participant from Chubu Electric Power Company, who shared with classmates his firsthand insights about the implications of Japan’s recent nuclear energy crisis.

“It’s a great opportunity for participants to learn from each other,” Sertich says.

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The $12,000 registration fee for the course – which includes instruction, books and materials, in addition to lodging, meals, refreshments, educational field trips and other special events – makes UEC the highest value executive training available for today’s utility leaders, Sertich says. Participating companies receive a measureable return on their leadership investment.

“Many participants have risen in their organizations to become vice presidents, executive vice presidents, presidents, chief executive officers and board chairs,” Sertich says. “Attendees consider it an honor to get selected for the course.”

To learn more about UEC, visit www.uiuec.org.

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“The Utility Executive Course is the most prestigious, robust program of its kind. The utility industry is undergoing historic changes in technology, public policy, customer expectations, and employee turnover, the likes of which we have never seen. UEC is a one-stop shop to cover all the important issues we are facing as utility leaders by the most knowledgeable instructors from industry and academia. Our company uses UEC as a key executive development program and those that are chosen to attend consider it a privilege. Additionally, the networking opportunity that UEC provides is as valuable as the program content. Participants walk out of the course with close contacts from every discipline from locations across the globe.”

The Carl C. Kiilsgaard Utility Executive Course Endowment Fund The Carl C. Kiilsgaard Utility Executive Course Endowment Fund cements the University of Idaho’s partnership with the utility industry, ensuring transformational educational experiences through the Utility Executive Course (UEC) for future generations of utility leaders.

The endowment, established in honor of Carl Kiilsgaard, a distinguished leader and friend of UEC for 32 years, will provide instrumental support for the UEC and the UEC Summit, guaranteeing the integrity and quality of the programs for years to come. To learn more or to make a gift to the fund, contact Yvonne Sertich at (208) 885-6265 or uiuec@uidaho.edu.

— Lisa Grow, Senior Vice President of Power Supply, Idaho Power; UEC Advisory Committee Chair

Energy Education for Legislators The University of Idaho – in partnership with the Pacific Northwest Economic Region, the National Conference of State Legislatures, and the Department of Energy – is working to enhance policymakers’ understanding of the North American energy infrastructure and delivery system through the Legislative Energy Horizon Institute (LEHI).

The program is designed to provide U.S. and Canadian legislators with the knowledge necessary to make responsible and informed policy decisions about the complex issues associated with electricity, natural gas and

petroleum infrastructure; regulation governing this infrastructure; and interdependencies.

LEHI includes 60 hours of intensive instruction delivered through two faceto-face summer sessions and a series of webinars. This year’s cohort includes 48 attendees representing 20 states and three provinces.

UEC Summit This summer, the University of Idaho held its first-ever UEC Summit.

The three-day course serves as a refresher for Utility Executive Course alumni and as a professional development opportunity for

senior utility executives and leaders new to the industry. The annual program provides up-to-the-minute industry information, with high-profile speakers, instruction from utility experts, and ample industry networking.

The next UEC Summit will be June 26-28, 2012, at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. To register, go to: www.uiuec.org.

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When in Rome…

EMBA Students Tour Italy What better way to learn about global business than to get an inside look at companies who are doing business 5,600 miles across the globe?

In May, a group of executive master of business administration (EMBA) students, led by associate dean Mario Reyes, traveled to Italy to learn firsthand about modes of entry into foreign markets. The group kicked off the journey in Milan and spent time in Parma, Florence, Avezzano and Rome.

In Parma, the students visited the Barilla Pasta Factory, where they learned about the company’s use of acquisitions to expand its international presence. The team also donned full-body suits for a tour of a clean room at Micron’s manufacturing plant in Avezzano.

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Prior to their trip, the group met with Irina Crookston, a University of Idaho faculty member from Parma.

“She provided a great deal of cultural information that helped us tremendously throughout our visit – things that people probably wouldn’t know prior to traveling to Italy, such as don’t wear white tennis shoes, personal space is minimized (people touch others frequently when talking), and don’t drink coffee on the run,” explains Joni Kirk, EMBA student.

Kirk says one of the most valuable aspects of the trip was the opportunity to observe the behaviors and social interactions of locals, and to learn about the unique characteristics of their culture – critical factors to consider when doing business globally.

“It was a great opportunity to learn about why a company needs to understand cultural norms before creating a presence in a foreign country,” she says.

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EMBA Student Derek Lucky Offers a Taste of the International Marketplace

By Donna Emert

A walk though Derek and Christina Lucky’s Coeur d’Alene business, Lucky Monkey Trading Co., is a stroll through the international marketplace.

master of business administration (EMBA) program through the University of Idaho at Coeur d’Alene. The move is an integral part of his family’s business plan.

Shoppers are greeted by the faint scent of exotic oils, an explosion of color and texture, and an eclectic selection of clothing, bags and jewelry, representing multiple cultures and each artisan’s unique talents.

“My intention is to utilize the knowledge and skills acquired through the EMBA program to effectively build Lucky Monkey Trading Co. into a regional retailer,” says Derek.

Lucky Monkey’s Bohemian chic merchandise is handcrafted of natural materials. While their wares also are accessible in the virtual marketplace, their brick-and-mortar business in downtown Coeur d’Alene is worth stepping into. It is a funky, earthy, eye-candy store, with a soul.

Lucky Monkey wares originate from Bali, Thailand, India and Mexico, and from the American Indians of the Southwest and local artisans. The Luckys work with fair trade vendors whenever possible, and promote green practices by seeking out and featuring the work of artisans who follow sustainable practices.

“If I am going to take on the challenge of building a small, single store retailer into a multi-store retailer,” he notes, “it is important for me to do so with skills that offer me the best opportunity to be successful at endeavors such as managing remote locations, hiring for talent, social media marketing, more effectively incorporating sustainability, and funding my business.”

The greatest challenge inherent in simultaneously raising a family, running a business and pursuing a degree is time management, says Derek. But he focuses on the big picture, and sees education as an investment in the future.

The Luckys set up shop in Coeur d’Alene in 2006. A remodel last October doubled their retail space to 1,700 square feet. In addition to the couple themselves, the shop currently employs three part-time and one full-time staff, and adds several more to the payroll during the spring and summer months and the Christmas season.

Every investment, even education, holds some risk. But Derek feels both well prepared for the challenge, and truly lucky.

Derek has a master’s degree in behavioral analysis from the University of North Texas, and has worked with children with disabilities and with autistic children. Christina holds a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from UNT, and master of fine arts degree in painting and drawing from Central Washington University. They met at UNT.

“I have made friends with fellow EMBA students and faculty.

They have regularly offered support inside and outside the classroom by sharing their unique personal and professional perspectives,” he says. “I know that going forward, I will always be able to seek the insightful advice of my friends in the program.”

In addition to owning and operating their own business, they have two children, ages 6 and 2. It was a pretty busy life, and became even busier when Derek decided to enter the executive

Derek is on track to earn his EMBA next May.

“The relationships I have developed and the remarkable unforeseen opportunities are the direct result of placing myself in a very challenging and thought-provoking environment,” he says.

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Simplot Exec Speaks to EMBA Students Bill J. Whitacre President and Chief Executive Officer J. R. Simplot Company Bill J. Whitacre, President and CEO of the J. R. Simplot Company, shared his executive perspective with students of the Executive MBA program during their week-long visit to the University of Idaho campus in early August.

Whitacre was appointed to his current position in September 2009. He joined Simplot in March 2000 as president of the turf and horticulture group, later becoming president of the agribusiness group in 2002. Whitacre has more than 30 years of experience in the agriculture industry. Prior to Simplot, he was president and CEO of Research Seeds, Inc., a Land O’Lakes subsidiary.

Whitacre currently serves as a board member of The Fertilizer Institute, International Plant Nutrition Institute, Nutrients for Life Foundation, and Farm Foundation. He is a past president of American Seed Trade Association, Western Seed Association and North American Seed Institute.

The Idaho Executive MBA

I AM MORE THAN AN MBA.

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I am a Leader. Success in today’s business environment requires sophisticated know-how in finance, technology, service delivery, and relationship building.

The Idaho EMBA program deepened and refined my skills, and I have developed into a multifaceted leader who knows how to embrace challenges and direct them toward business success. As CEO of STRATA, I apply my business knowledge in serving clients, employees, and our community. I am Travis Wambeke, P.E. This is my University of Idaho.

EXECUTIVE education

EMBA: CFO Speaker Series

The Executive MBA program hosted its second annual Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Panel for the 2010-11 school year. Moderated by Dr. Mario Reyes, associate dean and professor of finance, the program provided an opportunity for students to understand how their classroom learning is applied in business practice. The panel of CFOs discussed financial analysis, decision making, risk management and leadership within their industries.

David Butler David Butler is vice president of finance and CFO of WinCo Holdings, Inc. and WinCo Foods, LLC. Prior to joining WinCo in 2007, Butler served as deputy director of support services and CFO for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. He also spent 14 years with Albertsons in various management positions and worked in public accounting. Dave holds an MBA from Regis University in Denver, Colorado, and undergraduate degrees in business (accounting and finance) from the University of Idaho.

Clint Marshall Clint Marshall is partner and CFO for Unicep Packaging, Inc. (UPI), a contract manufacturer of pharmaceutical products based in Sandpoint, Idaho. Prior to joining UPI, he served as director of OEM development at Telect, Inc. Marshall began his career with Coopers & Lybrand in Spokane, Wash., as part of the firm’s audit practice. He earned a bachelor’s in accounting from the University of Idaho and is a certified public accountant.

Mary Pat Thompson Mary Patricia B. Thompson is senior vice president of finance and administration and CFO at MWI Veterinary Supply Co. She joined Agri Beef Co. in 1989 and was promoted in 1991 to controller of MWI Veterinary Supply Co., then a wholly-owned subsidiary of Agri Beef Co. Thompson graduated from the University of Idaho in 1985 with a bachelor’s in accounting and is a certified public accountant. She is also a member of the board of directors of the American Veterinary Distributors Association and the Idaho Youth Ranch Foundation.

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The College of Business and Economics’ Executive Speaker Series brings successful business leaders to campus to share their experience, wisdom and career advice with our students. Thank you to the following executives who have donated their time and expertise toward the enrichment of our students’ education.

ESS Speaker Series

Spring 2011 Speakers

Fall 2010 Speakers

A.L. (Butch) Alford Jr.

Phil Eyre

Jim Gerson, ’81

Scott Green, ’85

Kristi Hanson, ’88

Edmund Schweitzer

John Hale, ’86

Stephen Hanks, ’78

Scott Howarth, ’84

Jim Lemley, ’88

President & Owner TCP Holdings

President, Director of Research CTC Consulting

Director, Master of Business Administration Grenoble Graduate School of Business

President Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Clinton Woo

Operations Superintendent Boeing The Chair in Business Enterprise Fund supports the Executive Speaker Series. The fund provides for the coordination of the series, for meals with students and executives, and for other support needed to deliver the series.

President Warnaco Swimwear

Executive Director WilmerHale Law Firm

Office Managing Partner KPMG

CEO (Retired) Washington Group International

President & CEO Integrated Silicon Solution

Independent Film Producer

Scott Moscrip

Founder & CEO Internet Truck Stop

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Alumni News

“We have students who have received offers to attend the University of Idaho, but they still need to go through their visa interview. This is the hardest part of the whole application,” Ganevsky says. “Embassies are really stingy with visas.”

In addition to serving potential students at the Beijing office, Ganevsky networks throughout China. This spring, he attended the 2011 China International Education Exhibition, which takes place in several cities across the country. He recently attended fairs in Beijing and Guangzhou, promoting the University of Idaho, with the help of Katie Schiffelbein from the University’s International Programs Office in Moscow.

The fairs allowed Ganevesky, Schiffelbein and the University to connect directly with agencies like Beijing JLL Overseas Study, which helps students access educational opportunities outside of China.

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CBE Grad Recruits Idaho Students in China

By Donna Emert Alex Ganevsky’s first job out of college is to serve as a liaison between cultures.

Last December, Ganevsky earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho. In the short time since, he has landed a dream job.

As a College of Business and Economics student, Ganevsky majored in finance and minored in international business.

Through the International Programs Office he found and participated in an international business program in Shanghai, run by the University Studies Abroad Consortium, of which University of Idaho is a member.

In addition to pursuing international business studies in Idaho and international business experience abroad, Ganevsky also learned to speak Mandarin.

He now finds many opportunities to strengthen those language skills, and to hone his marketing acumen, as the University of Idaho China Recruitment Office’s student counselor in Beijing.

“My basic job is to provide information about the University of Idaho to students, sub offices and agents,” he says. “My job has no set daily routine; it all depends on who needs help that day.”

The University’s recruitment efforts in Beijing serve a growing number of Chinese who seek to study abroad. Ganevsky’s job includes showing those potential students what the University of Idaho has to offer, and helping them get there.

Student recruitment efforts are steady in Beijing, he reports.

Most Chinese students are shopping for degree programs in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), business or law. All are strong Idaho programs.

Ganevsky knows from experience the value of an Idaho education.

“From the College of Business and Economics, I would say my study in international business is my greatest asset for this position,” Ganevsky says. “The minor program allowed me to focus my study of Chinese language and gave me an international perspective of business concepts. The most important skill for this job would definitely be international marketing. . . marketing, especially marketing in China, is an essential part of my job.”

“The Integrated Business Curriculum has also been a great asset,” he says. “Its teamwork focus has really helped me in getting along with my co-workers better, and using their strengths to enhance the work we do. I am helping people live their dream of studying in the USA.” Navigating the language barrier and living in a densely populated city present some hurdles. Ganevsky sees those as adventures.

“You have to learn how to adapt,” he says. “Instead of hating the metro because of how crowded it is and how rude people can be at times, realize that it saves you a ton of money, and use it as an opportunity to practice your Chinese listening skills by listening to all the conversations. “ In his work, Ganevsky focuses on recruiting and finding the most effective methods of marketing the University. Currently, that job also includes redesigning the website to increase efficiency, and trying to incorporate Chinese social networks into University of Idaho advertising.

“It’s a challenge I enjoy,” he says.

No two days are exactly alike, he adds, and that keeps things interesting.

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Alumni Awards Silver and Gold Awards: Olson and Jones Jody B. Olson ’69 and Charley Jones ’74, graduates of the accounting program in the College of Business and Economics, were honored with the University of Idaho Alumni Association’s Silver and Gold Award for their distinguished records of achievement and service.

Jody B. Olson Olson is an attorney at Hawley Troxell, a law firm in Boise. His career includes 21 years at the Trus Joist Corporation, retiring in 2000 as vice president of corporate development. He also practiced for five years as a certified public accountant at Deloitte & Touche.

Olson has served for 23 years as a trustee and for 19 years as chairman of the board of trustees of the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (“PERSI”), an $11 billion pension fund. He is also an elected board member of the Council of Institutional Investors in Washington D.C. He has provided board service to the Boise Area Chamber of Commerce, St. Alphonsus Hospital Foundation, and the University of Idaho Foundation, among others.

Charley Jones Jones is president and CEO of CJSD Holdings Inc., a company that operates more than 50 Stinker Stores convenience markets throughout Idaho and provides wholesale fuel distribution and petroleum transportation. His professional career also includes 20 years with Stein Distributing Company, where he began as controller and went on to serve as vice president and CFO, and finally as president and equity manager.

Jones is active in his community, serving as chairman of the American Red Cross of Greater Idaho 2000-02. He was the general chairman of the Nike Boise Open in 1995 and served as president of the Hillcrest Country Club in 1996. He also remains connected to the University of Idaho. He is former national president of Vandal Boosters and an active supporter of the University’s Operation Education program.

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Kimberling Receives Jim Lyle Award Alumnus Jon Kimberling has been awarded the Jim Lyle Award by the Alumni Association for his outstanding support and dedication to the University of Idaho.

A 1978 graduate of the accounting program, Kimberling has been an active volunteer in the University community for more than three decades. He has devoted himself as a leader in Vandal Athletics and is past national board president for the Vandal Scholarship Fund, which supports student athletic scholarships. He and his wife, Sharon, ‘82, have also held active roles in the Parents Association, helping to shape the recent on-campus living requirement for freshmen.

Kimberling has provided enthusiastic support of the College of Business and Economics and recently joined the Department of Business Advisory Board. A Farmers Insurance Agent in Moscow for more than 33 years, Kimberling has fostered important connections between the college and the state director of Farmer’s Insurance, resulting in a sponsorship of one of the college’s Integrated Business Curriculum teams. He also mentors students as a judge, promoter and financial supporter of the CBE’s Elevator Pitch Competition.

Named in honor of Jim Lyle, who served with distinction as University of Idaho alumni director from 1946-1969, the award was created in 1991 to recognize individuals who have shown long-term dedication and service to the University of Idaho.

“Jon is a great example of the kind of person Jim Lyle wanted all Vandals to be: a dedicated, generous and superb citizen,” said Jack Morris, dean of the CBE. “I am confident that Jim would have endorsed this recognition without hesitation.”

Alumni Survey: Watch Your E-mail At the College of Business and Economics, we are interested in the opinions of our graduates. In coming weeks, you will receive an email from us with a link to a short online survey about your experience as a student in the college. We encourage you to take a few minutes to complete this important survey. Your feedback is valuable in our effort to improve the college’s educational environment and to ensure a quality experience for our students. Thank you for your support.

ALUMNI news

class notes >> Janet Morris ‘87, finance, was selected out of 100 applicants worldwide to participate in a two-week eco-research expedition to Antarctica in March. She was one of 15 Hewlett-Packard employees awarded the opportunity. >> Melissa and Bill Gilbert ’97, welcomed daughter, Kathryn (Kate) Kay, on March 17, 2011. >> Liz (Bechinski) Westacott ’07, marketing/HR management, has welcomed daughter Rowan. >> Beth Druffel ’99 ’00, accounting, and husband Justin welcomed their son, Edison Matthew. >> Tonya Moreno ’05, accounting, CPA, is a contributing writer to About.com on the topic of tax planning. >> Jesse Moreno ’05, accounting, CPA, has been promoted to director of finance and human resource technologies at Coldwater Creek. >> Dawes Marlatt ’96, marketing, director of education for the PGA and former director of the University of Idaho PGA Golf Management Program, was named to Golf Magazine’s “40 under 40 List for Most Influential People in Golf” in 2010. He was also ranked No. 29 in “Most Powerful Person in Golf”

by Golf Inc. Magazine. >> John V. Evans ’74, CEO of DL Evans Bank, Burley, Idaho, has been named by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco to its newly formed 12th District Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council. Members of the council provide advice to the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank’s senior management on economic and banking conditions, regulatory policies, payment issues, and other topics. >> David Uberuaga ’74, MBA, has been named superintendent of Grand Canyon National Park.

E-mail us at cbe-alumninotes@uidaho.edu to share your news in the next issue of Enterprise.

Finance Alumnus Garners National Attention Jeff Scott, a 1989 finance graduate from the College of Business and Economics, is being recognized nationally as an industry innovator for his novel risk-factor based approach to asset allocation, which he developed as chief investment officer of the $40 billion Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation.

Most recently, Scott was featured by aiCIO magazine in the cover article, “Alaska! The Alaska Permanent Fund’s Jeff Scott Might be on to Something.” His work was also featured in August 2010 in Institutional Investor.

In June, Institutional Investor presented Scott with its Hedge Fund Industry Outstanding Contribution Award in recognition of his significant achievements and contributions to the industry. Scott has also been invited to join the LongTerm Investment Council of the World Economic Forum, an international organization made up of industry leaders from around the globe.

Edison Druffel with his parents Beth and Justin on campus.

Kathryn (Kate) Kay Gilbert on campus with her dad, Bill.

Rowan Westacott

Scott, who also spent 12 years in the treasury department at Microsoft, left his position with Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation this summer to join Wurts and Associates in Seattle as the investment firm’s first CIO. Scott serves on the University of Idaho Foundation Investment Committee.

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ALUMNI news Vandals are a tough breed, so tough, in fact, they can tackle vampires. It’s no great feat for a particular Vandal who has already taken on professional assassins, a post-apocalyptic future and the despair of immobility – in the cinema, that is. Independent producer Jim Lemley, a 1988 marketing alumnus, recently finished filming on location in New Orleans “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter,” building on a successful career that includes “Wanted,” “9,” and “The Diving Bell and the Butterfly.”

As a student, Lemley spent a majority of his time outside the classroom inside movie theaters. As a film industry professional, he has struck a balance between his creative skills and the business lessons he learned at the University, as he continues his career as a movie producer.

“I knew I had the creative talent in me,” says Lemley. “I thought I should learn the skills not innately within me and gain experience that would help me throughout my career.”

Indeed, those business and marketing skills have helped him and his projects succeed past a creative vision. Like a coach or a general, he conceives ideas, puts a plan together, finds the funding to make and distribute a movie, and last, but perhaps the most import piece, actually makes the film.

The road from Moscow, Idaho, to Los Angeles and Paris – where he balances his time between career and family – wasn’t a straight path, but one filled with desire and making dreams a reality.

After graduating from the University of Idaho, Lemley packed up his car and headed east to New York City to break into the music scene. While working at Island Records, he was on hand for the U2 Rattle and Hum concert documentary.

“I got to know the guys and be involved in the shooting,” says Lemley. “I realized that my interest in music was a portion of the movie-making process.”

With that in mind, Lemley once again packed up his car and followed his dream to Los Angeles and started getting work in television, music videos and production. As he worked his way up, he was also getting noticed. After working with Universal Studios and Disney, Lemley joined Icon Productions in 1992 and rose to the post of CEO of Icon’s international distribution and production arm.

After 11 years at Icon, Lemley wanted to be his own person and work on specific projects, so he struck out on his own.

“I’d met a lot of people, so I started working on projects that were close to me,” says Lemley.

Jim Lemley on the balcony of the J. A. Albertson Building, February 2011.

Since then, he has tapped his contacts and partnered to make movies including “9,” for which he was nominated the Motion Picture Producer of the Year Award, “The Diving Bell and Butterfly,” for which he won the Christopher Award, and his new flick, “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.”

While he is enjoying success in his career, Lemely admits that he was not a straight-A student, but he soaked up the lessons as well as the local theater offerings. He still draws on those lessons learned at the University on the business end of his work though, and Lemley says he also learned how to learn, be persistent and be conscientious.

Vandal Makes Movie Magic

By Amanda Cairo

“It was really the bigger life lessons that apply,” says Lemley. “It also helped me prepare to do something with those life lessons and my degree.”

As he continues making films, he has furthered his connections and partnered with collaborative teams on numerous occasions and most recently, is looking to build the “Wanted” franchise into a sequel.

And though he has found success, like a proud parent, he has no favorite projects. He says every movie has taught him something.

“Each movie has its own DNA, its own style or objective,” says Lemley. “Some are easier than others, but it’s never easy. They’ve all given me something.”

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Give & Grow Donors to the college of Business and Economics

Your Gifts Support Strong Leadership We have already invited many of you to return to campus on April 28, 2012, for the kickoff of the public phase of Inspiring Futures: Invest in the University of Idaho. We hope you join us for this celebration of all that is important to the University of Idaho, especially our students. Your support of the campaign will help us maintain and improve our educational environment and ensure the same great experience you enjoyed as a student in the College of Business and Economics (CBE).

The CBE’s exceptional educational environment is a direct result of strong leadership. The college’s leaders have a long history of listening to our stakeholders – business leaders and investors – and integrating their input into the curriculum to better prepare students for their careers. There is one leader in particular who has played a significant role in the college’s many successes: Dean Jack Morris.

Dean Morris, who is retiring after 39 years with the University of Idaho, will leave a lasting legacy. His singular focus of coming to work every day and doing what is best for our students, combined with a deep understanding of the workings of the entire University, made for an incredibly effective dean.

Jack played a key role in many important college initiatives, including the creation of the Integrated Business Curriculum (IBC) and ensuring its long-term viability through investment and emphasis in the value it provides our students.

Jack leaves the college at the top of its game, with increased enrollment in undergraduate, graduate and executive education programs. The support of alumni and friends like you is a main reason Dean Morris has been able to accomplish his goals at a time when the state continues to hold back funding.

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To honor Dean Morris’ significant contributions to the college, we want to raise a total of $300,000 in the coming months to increase the Chair in Business Enterprise Endowment. This endowment supports the Executive Speaker Series. The goal of this effort would be to enrich the long-term funding for this series and rename it the Jack Morris Executive Speaker Series. On page 29, you will see our most recent slate of executive speakers. Dean Morris has long advocated and promoted the idea that bringing high-level executives to campus to share their professional insights on strategic management greatly enhances the classroom experience for students.

I hope you will share in our recognition of Dean Morris’ service to Idaho. While I am sad, knowing his upcoming retirement will be a loss for the college and for the University, I know his wife Linda is extremely glad they will be able to finally enjoy retirement together.

Thank you for all that you do for the college. Every gift makes a difference.

Chandra Zenner Ford ‘88, ‘95 Assistant Dean for Development chandra@uidaho.edu

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Focusing on Faculty

Faculty fellowships make a critical difference in the college’s ability to retain and recruit top educators and scholars. The 2011-2012 recipients of faculty fellowships are (back row) Scott Metlen (Hawkins Excellence Fellowship), Bob Stone (Espe Excellence Fellowship), John Lawrence (CDA Mines EMBA Fellowship), and Jon Miller (Dahl Excellence Fellowship); (front row) Terry Grieb (Darius Davis Fellowship), Sanjay Sisodiya (Alsaker Family Fellowship), Dan Eveleth (Darius Davis Fellowship), and Lori Baker-Eveleth (Alsaker Family Fellowship).

CBE Excellence Fund The CBE Excellence Fund provides the dean of the College of Business and Economics with the discretionary funds necessary to ensure the very best experience for our students. Thank you to these especially generous organizations for their support of this important fund during fiscal year 2011.

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We would like to extend a special thank you to the following donors for their generous support of College

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Scholarships Transform Lives

By Dana Stover, Assistant Dean; Chair of CBE Scholarship Committee In these days of shrinking federal and state education funding dollars, merit-based and needbased student scholarships have never been more crucial in helping students attain their educational goals. The College of Business and Economics (CBE) is grateful for our generous alumni and donors who contribute to our scholarship program.

These generous individuals rarely get the opportunity to see firsthand what a difference their contributions make for our students. However, as Chair of the CBE Scholarship Committee, I see this difference daily.

One of the first reactions I receive from students after notifying them they have been awarded a college scholarship is a mixture of joy and relief. The second reaction is amazement that some individual, whom they likely have never met, has cared enough about them to contribute financially to their education.

Scholarship support has allowed our working students to reduce work hours to a more reasonable load; it has allowed students to stay in school and complete their degrees versus dropping out due to lack of funds; and it has encouraged and recognized high-achieving students for their academic accomplishments and contributions to our college and University as student leaders. But above all, what each and every scholarship dollar has meant to our students is that someone noticed, someone cared.

Two years ago, Scott Green, a CBE alumnus and now executive director of WilmerHale Law Firm, spoke at our annual CBE Scholarship Dinner. The theme of his talk was “paying it forward.” To me, this idea captures beautifully the heart and soul behind our scholarship contributors – individuals who believe in giving back to others to help them achieve their future goals. On behalf of the thousands of CBE students who have been assisted by scholarship dollars, we sincerely thank you.

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of Business and Economics scholarships.

Dean and Gay Welch The Dean & Gay Welch Scholarship Endowment is the largest endowment in the College of Business and Economics, with a principal at more than $1 million. The Welch Scholarships are focused on Idaho residents. Last year, 42 CBE students were awarded a Welch Scholarship. The Welches added an additional $25,000 to the endowment this past year.

Dean is currently a longtime member of the CBE Advisory Board and a retired CEO of The Ladish Co.

Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation The Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation again made a contribution of $107,000 designated to the C.W. Moore Scholarship Fund for students in the CBE. This scholarship continually makes a significant impact on our ability to provide students access to our unique curriculum.

Ben and Anna Rolphe Ben and Anna Rolphe have committed $25,000 to the CBE. Half of their gift is designated to a scholarship for CBE students, and half of their gift is designated to the Vandal Innovation and Enterprise Works (VIEW) program. Ben currently serves on the CBE Advisory Board and is the retired chairman of Rolphe Industries.

Gail and Robert Urso Gail and Robert “Bob” ‘80 Urso have gifted $50,000 to establish an endowment that will provide scholarship support for students in the College of Business and Economics. The Ursos started KMS Solutions, a 300-employee consulting firm for business and government.

Gail is CEO of the company and Bob is president and COO.

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Special Gifts to the Accounting Department

Moss Adams Fellowship

Ann McCleary DeWitt Memorial Scholarship

Robert Bunting ’68, Tom Stevenson ’75 and Paul Farkas ’76, all partners with Moss Adams, are making gifts to support accounting faculty fellowships. The Moss Adams Foundation also matches the partners’ generous personal gifts, giving a total of $22,500 last year from the firm. The funds are used to recruit and retain accounting faculty as well as to support professional development.

“The contributions from Moss partners and the firm’s foundation come at a critically important time for our accounting program,” says Dean Jack Morris. “There is an acute shortage of accounting faculty members for AACSB-accredited schools, and this generous gift has helped us recruit and retain an outstanding group of faculty in our program.”

Mary Pat Thompson

Ann McCleary DeWitt

The Ann McCleary DeWitt Memorial Scholarship Endowment is the beneficiary of a $25,000 gift from Mary Pat ’85 and Roger Thompson. Mary Pat is Ann DeWitt’s sister and the CFO of MWI Veterinary Supply. The endowment was set up in 2009 to honor the life of Ann DeWitt, who lost her battle with cancer at the age of 42. Ann was president and co-owner of Ethan Allen in Boise. She left behind her husband, Paul, and two children, Paul Michael and Lizzy. Mary Pat and Ann are natives of Pierce, Idaho, and both graduated in accounting from the CBE. In addition to the Thompsons’ gift, the endowment has received generous contributions from Paul DeWitt, Mike Richards ’90, and many others from Ann’s family and friends. The endowment is set up to assist top accounting students and has already funded two scholarships.

“We are honored to contribute to Ann’s scholarship. Thanks to all of Ann’s family and friends who have so generously contributed to her memory. Your generosity will allow others to be positively impacted in the same way Ann touched our lives,” Mary Pat says.

Bunting, a member of the University of Idaho Alumni Hall of Fame, is a partner in the Seattle office of Moss Adams and formerly served as the firm’s chairman and CEO. Bunting relinquished this role to serve first as chairman of the American Institute of CPAs and then as president of the International Federation of Accountants.

Stevenson is the managing partner of the Spokane office. Farkas is the managing partner in the Eugene office and chair of the CBE Accounting Advisory Board.

Tom and Cindy Jones Tom ’72 and Cindy ’72 Jones of Gooding, Idaho, have underwritten scholarships for accounting students over the next five years through the Tom & Cindy Jones Accounting Scholarship program. The Joneses also pledged an equal gift to the Vandal Scholarship Fund, which supports student-athletes, with a total gift to the University of Idaho of $25,000.

Tom was a principal in the CPA firm of Jones France Basterrechea & Brush for 35 years and is now at Hayden & Ross Financial Advisors. Cindy has worked in human resources at the Walker Center for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse for 35 years.

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Scholarships

O F F E R E D T H ROUGH T he college of Business and E conomics

Without scholarships, countless students seeking a degree from the College of Business and Economics would not be able to attend the University of Idaho. Many of the scholarships awarded recognize young men and women for their academic achievements, which allow them to pursue their dreams of excelling in the profession of their choice. The faculty, staff and students extend a gracious thank you to our generous donors who recognized the importance of higher education and realized that many of tomorrow’s leaders might not be able to attend the University of Idaho without financial assistance.

Accenture Scholarship Charles Ambrose Adams Scholarship Endowment AGA Idaho Centennial Accounting Albertson’s Inc. Ward B. Algoe and Katherine Algoe Education Fund American Prod. & Inventory Control Arthur Andersen & Company Centennial Fund Associated Credit Bureaus of Idaho Paul W. Atwood Business and Economics Scholarship Endowment Paul W. Atwood Graduate Fellowship Endowment Robert W. “Win” Baker Scholarship Jan Belliston Memorial Scholarship Philo Bennett Prize Julian C. and Jewel L. Benoit Scholarship BMC West Acct Scholarship Boeing Company Accounting Scholarship Boeing Company CBE Scholarship Boise Cascade Accounting Diversity Scholarship Ross Erin Butler College of Business & Economics Endowment C. Randall Byers Memorial Scholarship Endowment E. Jack Byrne Excellence in Accountancy Scholarship Fund Carlisle Family CBE Scholarship Dale Carlisle Graue Scholarship Clark/Graue Scholarship Robert Clark/Albert Gordon/U.E.C. Endowment Robert W. Clark Accounting Scholarship Endowment Cooper Norman & Company Acct Scholarship Jim T.G. & Arlene Coulson Business Scholarship in Memory of Harry Yost, Jr. Davis Student Investment Group Deloitte & Touche Scholarship Ann McCleary DeWitt Memorial Accounting Scholarship Dick Scholarship Award Endowment Rex Dorman Accounting Scholarship Endowment X.E. ‘Bus’ and Mary Ellen Durant Scholarship

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Sharon A. English Business & Economics Scholarship Endowment Lowell ‘Bo’ Engstrom Memorial Scholarship Evergreen Business Capital Entrepreneurship Scholarship Farmers Group of Companies Scholarship Kimberly Farnen Study Abroad Scholarship John B. & Delores L. Fery Presidential Scholarship First Security Foundation Scholarship Janice Foiles Memorial Scholarship Endowment James B. and Jane M. Foley Accounting Scholarship Endowment William and Carolyn Folz Scholarship Endowment Fund Gary L. Garnand SAE Scholarship Endowment Mary E. Giles Scholarship Endowment Paul & Mary Giles Business Scholarship Albert Gordon Scholarship Albert H. Gordon CBE Scholarship Endowment Erwin Graue Scholars Program Graue Scholars Fund (Beta Pledge Class of 1949) Robert & Celeste Greeley Business & Economics Scholarship Scott and Gabriella Green Scholarship Endowment Lorene E. Harrison Scholarship Fund Ken & Amy Huddleston Memorial Scholarship JELD-WEN Foundation POM Scholarship J.Thomas and Cindy Jones Accounting Scholarship Paul William Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship Endowment David D. Kendrick Award Endowment John E. Koster Memorial Scholarship Endowment KPMG Peat Marwick Accounting Scholarship Endowment Patricia M. Kriz Memorial Scholarship Endowment Anton F. & Katherine Mautz CBE Scholarship Robert McCaslin Scholarship Endowment Bill McGowan Graue Scholarship

Tom McKevitt Memorial Scholarship Endowment Jon & Lana Mellen/Kenneth A. Dick CBE Scholarship Endowment Micron Technology Business Scholarship Jean A. and Albert M. Monnett, Jr., Endowment Fund C.W. Moore Scholarship Marcia S. Niles Accounting Scholarship Cortland J. Northrop, Jr. Memorial Scholarship PGA Foundation Golf Management Scholarship Eugene L. & James R. Pilcher Scholarship Award Endowment Kermit Pressey Memorial Scholarship Endowment PricewaterhouseCoopers Scholarship Jess Randall Accounting Scholarship Endowment Rawls Graduate Business Scholarship - Potlatch Foundation Arthur Rieske Scholarship Endowment Marjorie Rieske Life Insurance Fund William F. Rigby Business Scholarship Kelly Roberts Accounting Scholarship Endowment Ben and Anna Rolphe Scholarship Patton A. Ross Scholarship Endowment Carol A. Schreiber Business Scholarship James B. Slade Memorial Scholarship Endowment Cecil B. Smith Business Scholarship Endowment Nels L. Solberg Memorial Scholarship Endowment James Steele, Sr. Graue Scholarship Sterling Savings Association Scholarship Story Family Scholarship Endowment The Gail & Captain Robert Urso Scholarship Endowment Russel F. Viehweg Scholarship Endowment L. Dean and Gay Welch UI Scholarship Endowment W. J. Wilde Accounting Award Pearl R. Wilson Business Administration Scholarship Robert K. Woodhead CBE Scholarship

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Distinguished Donor

Myron and LaVerda Johnston, 1970

Myron E. Johnston Estate Gift Alumnus Myron E. Johnston has gifted $1.1 million to the Myron E. and LaVerda B. Johnston Scholarship Endowment in the College of Business and Economics. The scholarship is open to students of all majors in the college.

Johnston was born in 1930 in Colfax, Wash., and grew up in Grangeville, Idaho, where he graduated from high school as valedictorian in 1948. He studied economics at the University of Idaho and served as a student assistant to business professor and renowned economist, Dr. Erwin Graue. Johnston graduated from the University in 1952 with high honors.

Johnston and his wife, LaVerda, who passed in 2004, were married 52 years. He retired in 1993 from Philip Morris after nearly 30 years with the company.

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Lifetime Donors to the college of Business and Economics

With the support and dedication of our alumni, friends and corporate partners, the College of Business and Economics is advancing educational opportunities, rewarding the brightest students and adding experienced researchers and instructors to our faculty. This recognition of the individuals and organizations that have made especially generous commitments to the College of Business and Economics is our way of acknowledging the impact they have made on the lives of many. THANK YOU!

Lifetime gifts/pledges of $1 million or more Albertsons, Inc. J. A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation, Inc. Rotchford L. Barker ’68 Russell L. Chrysler Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation, Inc. A. Darius Davis † ’29 HON ’61 Matthew James ’80 and Lori Susan ’81 Espe Myron ’52 and LaVerda† Johnston Gary G. HON ’03 ’62 and Meryle Kay Michael Albert A. ’38 † and Jean M. Monnett † L. Dean ’50 and E. Gay Welch

Lifetime gifts/pledges of $500,000 or more E. Jack Byrne † ’55 Juanita Margaret Evans † William E. Folz † Micron Technology Foundation, Inc. Jeffry Leon ’75 ’76 and Kristine P. Stoddard Dean D.† and Mary S. Thornton Herbert L. † and Loretto O. Wickstrand † University of Idaho Foundation, Inc.

Lifetime gifts/pledges of $100,000 or more Katherine Algoe † Richard W. ’73 and Sharon L. HON ’04 ’73 Allen Daniel L. ’72 and Anne V. ’73 Alsaker Anheuser-Busch Foundation Hilario J. ’65 and Karen L. Arguinchona Paul W. Atwood † ’27 Avista Corporation Ben L. ’49 and Annette Brooks Ross E. Butler † ’39 and Margie W. Butler † California Community Foundation E. Dwight ’52 and Beverly J. ’56 Call Dale L. ’57 and Doris Carlisle Coeur d’Alene Mines Corporation Robert G. ’59 and Janice Hale ’57 Cowan Richard J. ’73 and Barbara K. ’73 Dahl Dorothy Ann Effertz John B. HON ’83 and Delores L. Fery First Security Bank Foundation, N.A. Ernest Gallo † The Gallo Foundation

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Charles E. ’50 † and Ruth Valadon ’48 Gilb Albert H. Gordon The Gordon Fund C. Scott ’85 and Gabriella M. Green J. Mike Gwartney ’63 and Tore Ann Beal-Gwartney ’93 Michael B. Harrison ’73 James V. ’58 HON ’96 and Gail R. ’59 Hawkins Michael T. ’73 ’76 and Carol M. Hunter Stu † and Nancy B. Hutchins † IDACORP, Inc. Jacklin Family Foundation, Inc. Donald W. HON ’03 and Dorothy F. Jacklin Doyle W. HON ’03 and Kathryn † Jacklin Duane A. HON ’03 and Susan L. Jacklin Dietmar ’66 and Pauline Kluth McCarthy Management & Development Corporation William C. McGowan † ’40 Harry W. Morrison Foundation, Inc. Velma V. Morrison

Moss Adams Foundation Bryan Scott ’79 and Susan L. Norby Palouse Mall Associates, LLC Josephine B. Paulson † ’35 Katheryne E. Peterson † ’37 Potlatch Corporation Potlatch Foundation Potlatch Foundation for Higher Education Marjorie D. Richardson Mary G. Roberts J. Richard ’94 and Michelle Rock Ben R. and Anna M. Rolphe Patton A. Ross † ’50 J. R. Simplot Company Scott R. Simplot ’68 HON ’04 and Maggie Soderberg James A. Sr. ’56 and Janet Steele Charles F. ’50 and Patricia J. † ’50 Story W. G. and Laura Jayne ’84 Stover The Gordon and Madeline Edgren Family Trust Wells Fargo Foundation

Annual Donors to the college of Business and Economics

$1,000,000 & ABOVE Russell L. Chrysler

$100,000 - $999,999 Coeur d’Alene Mines Corporation

We wish to thank the many alumni, friends and corporations who made gifts to the College of Business and Economics in fiscal year 2011 (July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011). We use these funds to support faculty fellowships, research, scholarships, the executive speaker series and many experiential learning programs like the entrepreneurship program and student travel to case firms. Your commitment and dedication is an investment in our students and the future of the College, and we are extremely grateful.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the list. Please inform us if you feel your name has been omitted or incorrectly listed. ✝ Deceased.

Patrick L. Mitchell ’75 and Lorraine C. Spurge Moss Adams Foundation Telect, Inc.

$2,500-$9,999

J. Bruce Riddle ’67 Ripley Doorn & Company PLLC Ben R. and Anna M. Rolphe James Anthony ’78 and Janice Rae Sabala

The Boeing Company

Wayne ’72 and Joann W. Schneider

Wells Fargo Foundation

John F. ’75 and Sharon R. Boyd

James A. Sr. ’56 and Janet Steele

Anthony Lamont ’96 and Rachelle Ellen ’96 Brower

Eric Paul Stoddard ’82

$50,000-$99,999

Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation, Inc.

Rotchford L. Barker ’68 Richard J. ’73 and Barbara K. ’73 Dahl Jeffry Stoddard Family Charitable Fund Bryan Scott ’79 and Susan L. Norby The Barker-Dangerfield Wealth Management Foundation, LLC Robert Francis ’80 and Gail Benevides Urso

$25,000-$49,999

David Mark ’88 and Heidi E. Butler

Neil R. ’52 and Marjorie K. Thornton

Gail A. Byers ’76

Bryan Lee ’87 and Kathryn Ann ’87 Timm

Douglas John ’82 and Deidre O. Chadderdon

$1,000-$2,499

Columbia Sportswear Company David Blevins ’82 and Julie McGee ’80 Cowan Evergreen Business Capital Richard D. ’63 and Patricia L. Farnsworth Sandra Lee ’81 and J. Brent Fery Robert C. ’70 and Celeste Greeley

Mary Pat ’86 and Roger Thompson

C. Scott ’85 and Gabriella M. Green

L. Dean ’50 and E. Gay Welch

J. Mike Gwartney ’63 and Tore Ann Beal-Gwartney ’93

Jose Luis ’76 and Susan G. Aldecoa Jeffrey L. Anderson ’67 ’69 Mike M. ’61 ’62 ’70 and Jeannie ’62 Anderson Elbert M. ’63 and Elna M. Barton Renee Ann ’85 and Bradley Bergquist Dan ’96 and Toni ’01 ’10 Broyles Charles W. ’70 and Virginia C. Cowden

Mark Anthony ’03 and Deborah J. Loaiza Daniel Edward ’93 and Karin C. Manning J. Patrick ’70 and Lisa F. McMurray Microsoft Corporation Ronald Earl ’80 and Rhonda Corinne ’82 Millick William J. Jr. ’68 and Constance A. Morrow Patrick James ’72 and Angela M. ’70 Nuxoll Eugene L. ’66 and Lois Pilcher Presnell Gage Accounting and Consulting Betty Lee Raymer ’57 ’61 Dale L. ’43 and Erma A. Reynolds R. Bruce ’67 and Peggy E. Romfo Kristen A. Ruffing ’93 Robert E. ’57 ’63 and Carol A. ’66 Schreiber Mark A. Seeley Robert Ryan ’99 and Molly McDaniel ’99 Schafer Ram G. and Lakhi Sisodiya

Kristi Joanne Hanson ’88

John Michael ’76 ’77 and Anna Ruth ’77 Croy

Sanjay Ram ’01 and Sonal S. ’04 Sisodiya

Richard W. ’73 and Sharon L. HON ’04 ’73 Allen

Edward W. ’74 and Rebecca Anne ’82 Hawkins

Thomas Burke ’90 and Jill Larae ’90 Cusick

Melvin Edward ’87 and Nadine Spelde

Robert L. ’68 and Maria Bunting

Robert Neil ’88 and Miki L. Dammarell

Pamela K. Spence ’78

Deloitte Foundation

Mark Edward ’76 and Betty L. ’76 Heath

Juanita Margaret Evans †

Hecla Mining Company

Judith A. Dresser ’62

Thomas John ’75 and Gail Dianne Stevenson

Paul Stephen ’76 and Virginia Farkas

Michael T. ’73 ’76 and Carol M. Hunter

X. E. Durant ’47

Paul W. ’62 and Deanna Stewart

J. Thomas ’72 and Cindy G. ’72 Jones

Doyle W. Jacklin HON ’03

Bud R. ’54 and Margaret A. ’54 Fisher

Donald Edwin ’93 and Kara M. Stout

KPMG Foundation

Paul S. Giles ’56

Students In Free Enterprise

Dietmar ’66 and Pauline Kluth

Anthony Mancilla III ’91

Myron E. Johnston Jr. ’52

SuperValu Foundation

Linda J. ’85 and John S. Morris

Dorris C. Kapek

Gary G. HON ’03 ’62 and Meryle Kay Michael

Dale James ’84 and Ann Cecelia ’82 Nelson

Jon Jay ’78 and Sharon Jo ’83 Kimberling

James C. ’62 and Donna J. ’62 Trojanowski

Micron Technology Foundation, Inc.

PGA Foundation, Inc.

Kimberling Insurance Agency

Michael Thomas ’91 and Danae L. Richards

Fred H. ’61 and Peggy B. ’70 Kroll

$10,000-$24,999

Laine R. ’72 and Claudia F. Meyer

George J. ’53 and Charlotte A. ’53 Vehrs Thomas R. Warner † ’56

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$500-$999 Agency Software, Inc. BankAmerica Foundation Peter ’70 and Mary Jane ’72 Bedegi Shelley L. Bennett Jason Robert Broenneke ’99 James Ernest Carmichael ’65 W. Lewis II ’50 and Judith R. Clark Clearwater Paper Corporation Donald Alan ’84 and Becky M. Coleman Karen Elaine Connolly ’85 Kevin C. ’75 and Brenda L. Cusick Thomas John Czarniecki ’07

David K. ’69 and Martha E. Mansfield

Bruce Michael ’76 and Carrie Yoshida

Mitch McInelly ’90 and Haunnah Mary Hoyle-McInelly ’91

Curtis Waid ’74 and Paula Young

G. Phillip ’62 and Annette T. Boeding

Mary Jo Zieman ’81

Craig L. ’70 and Susan L. Bohman

$100-$499

Mark Wilson ’75 and Heather L. ’00 Bowlby

Mark Douglas ’86 and Kimberly A. Mecham Robert C. ’73 and Desiree F. Meeker William R. ’68 and Patricia C. Mitchell Jason William ’94 and Julianne Elizabeth ’01 ’95 Negus Frederick Craig ’82 and Carolyn Greenwood ’83 Nelson

Charles G. Adams ’57 Advanced Heating & Cooling Aligholi Alavi-Moghadam ’70 ’71 and Moayereh A. Moghaddam Charles Steven ’86 and Lisa Joy ’88 Alexander Gerald H. ’59 and Maria D. Allen

M. Neal Newhouse ’61

Thomas Lee ’76 and Ellen J. Allen

Cortland J. Northrop III ’67

Alliance Title & Escrow Corporation

David F. Weeks Foundation

Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation, Inc.

Jackson Earnest ’88 and Mindy J. ’93 Davis

T. Douglas ’54 and Nancy J. O’Brien

Christine E. ’81 and Allen Ambrose

Scott J. ’79 and Debi G. Dockins

C. Eugene ’64 and Judy D. Olsen

Kathryn M. Anderson ’72

M. Bill ’58 and Judith A. ’63 ’80 Drake

Philip A. Peterson ’69 ’79

Kermit K. ’70 and Danna Syltebo Anderson

Harold Howard Durk ’77 and Nancy Lesage Angella Nicole Eckert ’98 Jerry E. ’64 and Margaret M. Ensley James W. ’73 and Regenia Farson Richard G. ’60 and Rita P. ’58 Fish Fletcher Law Office William K. and Terista Fletcher Georgann and Earl E. † ’54 Folk James A. ’85 and Chandra Zenner ’88 ’95 Ford W. Glenn ’81 ’85 and Tammy Lynn ’81 Ford Gary L. ’70 and Lori Allgaier ’03 Garnand Harold C. Jr. ’74 ’75 and Patricia Ann ’74 Gibson Bradley Alan ’91 and Kristin Ann ’91 Granger Jae and Patricia Marie Hallett Larry ’65 and Colleen J. ’65 Hawes Robert M. Hawksworth ’76 Stan Edward ’83 and Barbara A. Hilbert Jeffrey J. Hood ’90 Jerome L. ’64 and Dorothy R. Hull Dale G. Jones ’75 and Maire Scott-Jones

Plum Creek Foundation Fredrick Robert ’83 and Cherie B. Pond

Alliant Techsystems, Inc.

Stephen Michael ’84 and Julene LaRynne ’84 Andrews

Charles Richard ’61 and Vonnie Lue Broulim Timothy Allen ’90 and Susan B. ’90 Burdick Brenton William ’94 and Kristen Ace Burns Craig and Nancy Byington Robert J. Carlson ’53 Jan D. and Lisette B. Carter Lynne Castoldi ’85 Hung Yu Chan ’95 Philip Richard ’99 and Brandy Charlo Sarah A. Chellstorp ’55 Peter G. Christopher ’80 Edward L. ’55 and Shirley G. Claiborn

Doris H. Babin

Brian James Clouse ’97

Jeffrey Joseph Bailey

Scott Arthur Cochrane ’77

Baird Foundation, Inc.

Brian J. Cockrell ’93

Cary L. ’98 and Heidi Marie ’97 Baker

Susan Day Colburn ’78 ’79

Marshall M. ’68 ’70 and Kathleen M. Baker

Ralph M. Jr. ’56 and Guanell M. Conant

John F. Jr. ’50 and Pauline D. Bales

Marvin Angelo Condotta ’80

Slattery Orthodontics PA

Gilbert R. Ball Jr. ’78 ’81

Gregory Alan Sloan ’00

Kathy Jean Ball ’82 ’84 and Scott Andre Wendell

Darrell G. ’50 and Verle E. Congdon

David Hume Randall ’75 Mario G. and Alice N. Reyes Terrill F. ’81 and Steven W. Rust Tom M. ’80 and MaryBeth Rutkowski Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. Stacy Marie ’89 and John C. Slattery

John A. Sondey David Allen ’76 and Virginia L. Sorensen James Arthur Jr. ’92 and Christin C. Steele Barbara B. Sutphin Team Idaho Real Estate, Inc. Lloyd B. Jr. and Sally Leach Thomas Bruce L. ’69 and Paula M. ’68 Tiegs David M. ’64 and Suzanna G. Trail Greg John ’82 and Shavaun M. Wadsworth Orrin F. Webb ’40 David F. ’49 and Betty A. Weeks

Rory Rolland ’79 ’82 and Lisa Jane ’79 ’83 Jones

Kathleen Wilder

Douglas B. Lee ’74

Harold T. Williams ’58

Brad ’90 and Jennifer Lee ’90 Lewis

David E. ’72 ’76 and Susan B. ’72 Wishney

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Richard G. ’50 and Aris M. ’50 Boyle

Avista Foundation

The Williams Companies, Inc.

Kenneth E. ’73 and Claudia J. ’72 ’74 Barnes Frederick C. ’72 and Ellen B. ’68 Batt Charles L. ’57 and Mary M. Bauer

Kert Conan Colvin ’00

Contractors Bonding & Insurance Company John T. ’63 and Karen J. ’65 Cowden Pat Robert ’83 and Kim E. Cowell

Larry W. Baxter ’69

Brian L. ’96 and Katie Egland ’97 Cox

Rex B. Beatty ’75

Tim L. ’93 and Julie ’93 Crawford

Donald M. ’62 and Sharon K. Beckley

Creason Moore Dokken & Geidl PLLC

Loyd S. ’52 and Mary E. Bell

Theodore O. Jr. ’70 ’73 and Marsha C. ’73 Creason

Kenneth F. ’72 and Virginia A. ’72 Beller

Larry D. Crockett ’74

Ole M. ’68 and Candace Karen Bergset

Mervin E. ’61 and Barbara M. Crowser

Mark Anthony Bernazzani ’99

Gigi W. Csencsits

Michael Dean ’85 and Valerie Jean ’83 Bettinson

Mary Beth Curry ’78

Gloria J. Biegert ’46 ’48 David L. ’71 and Nancy L. Birch Donald M. and Vicki Jo Blackketter Jean M. Blewett ’43

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Thomas G. Bode ’78

Joseph Walter ’04 and Aimee Elizabeth ’04 Czarniecki Robert A. ’61 and Theresa M. Dahl D. A. Davidson & Company Ricky L. ’72 and Karen L. Davis

Anthony Joseph ’99 and Martha De Amicis

Marina Dawn Gillespie ’04

William A. Deobald ’50

Robert Wayne ’78 and Tonia L. Ginkel

Hal R. Dixon ’72

Rodney D. Glasby ’84

David E. ’79 ’82 and Susan Dokken

Larry J. ’66 and Arla M. ’66 Godfrey

John McKenna Donaghy ’11

Elizabeth D. ’85 ’88 and Brian D. Goudreau

Jill Kaye ’82 and Timothy Donahue Michael Dean ’76 ’79 and Debbie Sue ’80 Donaldson Robert L. ’59 and Shirley A. ’57 Dorendorf Maxwell Jim ’88 and Laurel Kay ’89 Downing Bradley Dow Drussel ’89

Travis Tyler ’95 and Cheryl Christine ’95 Granger

Ronald G. ’51 and Mary Helen Hyde

Stephan Michael ’99 and Jennifer Regan ’98 Lothspeich

Idaho Power Foundation, Inc.

Craig ’93 and Janet Carol ’91 Lunt

Jerry J. and Charlotte A. ’54 Jackle

Frederick George Mack ’78

Richard W. ’66 and Trudy J. Jackson Richard O. ’67 and Lucinda L. Jardine Lowell D. Jarvis ’60

Christopher Edward Gruenfeld ’83

Winsor James E. ’80 and DeVonia A. Jenkins

Thomas Arthur ’78 and Colleen K. Gunning

Ed Eric ’89 and Cheryl Louise ’90 Johnson

Michael W. ’73 and Karen R. Gunter

Jerry A. ’75 and Nancy L Johnstun Robert T. ’58 and E. Jean ’55 Jones

Timothy Sr. and Chana Diane Dyer

Timothy D. ’91 and Joan M. Gutzwiller

Stephen H. ’64 and Donna J. Edwards

Richard Haener ’90 Richard T. Jr. and Susan L. Hale

Patrick W. ’04 and Whitney Kathleen ’04 Ellison

James Michael Hamilton ’78

Paul William ’76 and Sandra M. Kaschmitter

Wade M. ’68 and Linda K. ’67 Hampton

Joseph C. Jr. ’69 and Linda Marie ’97 Kieffer

Mike ’84 and Kimberly G. Hanigan

Evelyn Jean Kiler ’90

Elmer H. Jr. ’40 and Evelyn M. ’41 Emery Harry Mingyuet Eng ’95 M. Eleanor Fahrenwald Kimberly Sylvia Farnen ’07 John C. ’72 and Linda M. Featherstone’ Joseph Ford Feehan ’76 Francis Joseph Felicetti ’09 John R. Ferebauer ’70 Paul L. Ferguson ’75 Michael Nicholas ’88 and Patricia Ann ’87 Fery Douglas James ’77 ’94 and Joy S. ’81 Fisher Rolland J. ’64 and Patricia A. ’64 Fletcher Philip Lowell ’82 and Anne Lorraine ’82 Frederiksen Michael William Frith ’90 Laurel Belle ’89 and Kevin Lee Fritz Lance Stephen ’75 and Lesley C. Fry Robert Bradbury ’83 and Tara M. Gagon Kenneth V. ’58 ’66 and Dixie M. Garrett Michael Steven Gehring ’92 Tod Dallas Geidl ’95 ’98 Linda Kay ’86 and William R. Gellings Mary L. George ’96 Anthony J. Georger ’04 Hart ’94 and Laura Ann ’93 Gilchrist

Colby Gary ’01 and Tamara J. ’01 Hansen Timothy Jay ’84 and Laurie Lynne ’85 Harberd Gerald W. Hardy ’67 George K. and Dorothy Hargrave Scott Elder ’80 and Diane M. Hayman Jonathan Ryan Heacock ’08 Eloise B. Helbling ’54 Philip D. ’85 and Lisa M. Hendricks Kelly Robert ’86 and Holly Henggeler Karleen Marie Hepworth ’87 Frances M. ’82 and Mark A. Hermanson

Steven Jay Kack ’91 Julia M. Kanouse ’98

Keith E. ’64 and Mary L. ’64 Kilimann Kelly Margaret Kimberling

James W. ’71 and Sheri Mallory Scott Lindsey ’86 and Maria G. Mallory L. Scott and Maribeth E. Marboe Clinton J. ’97 and Kimberley Dawn ’97 Marshall Charles William Jr. ’75 and Alvera L. May Raymond J. May ’58 Eve B. McClaran ’48 Monte C. ’70 and Beverly McClure Brandy Lynn ’97 and Dale E. McElroy Kay Lynn ’07 ’08 and Devon Lee McKinney Matt Alan ’79 ’80 and Deborah Linn ’80 McLam Troy Dean McMahan ’87 Richard E. ’58 and Mary M. Meese

Craig Wesley ’81 and Janice R. King

Robert Meshew ’94

Helen King Taso Constantine Kinnas ’04

Jerry R. ’61 HON ’98 and E. Pauline Meyerhoeffer

Larry R. ’67 ’68 and Cathy Kirk

Casey ’84 and Mike Meza

Kyle D. ’03 and Cinnia Kitterman

James D. ’56 and Joan R. ’56 Middlekauff

Andrew John Kivi ’09 Harry W. II ’76 and Pamela Kay Knox Kelly Donald ’97 and Courtney Ann ’98 Kolb Kathleen S. Kopczick Anthony A. Kopczynski ’75 Marvin D. Krueger ’60

Timothy Brent Hetrick ’75

John Arthur Kuntz ’99

Jake ’81 and Valerie A. ’81 Heusinkveld

Jodi Lynn LaBrie

Gwin J. ’59 and Marcia G. ’58 Hicks

Tim ’84 ’87 and Charlotte ’89 Malarchick

Andrea Noland ’89 and Roy T. Lange Derick Louis Larson ’89

Philip William ’84 and Karen L. Hinrichs

Joseph Alan ’92 and Jamie L. Lavigne

Frank P. ’78 and Kathryn ’78 Hinton

Joe A. Leitch ’61

Stacey Lynne Horn ’85

D. Richard ’71 and Shannon K. ’74 Liddell

Carrie Ruth ’86 and Jack C. Huggins

Mark Allen ’78 and Cynthia J. Limbaugh

Richard C. ’75 and Judy A. Hundrup

David Andrew ’06 and Kelsey Lynn ’05 Little

Douglas M. Hungerford Jr

Scott Frazier Livingston ’92

Earl C. Huntsinger ’62

Lawrence Edward ’83 and Pene Dameras ’82 Lloyd

Michael S. Meyer ’59

Mark Thomas ’99 and Jessica L. Mills Joan M. Moe Barbara J. ’50 and Robert E. Moffat Christopher Joseph ’75 ’89 and Pam S. Moore Larry W. ’66 and Janice A. Moore Winfred Bruce Moorer Jr. ’78 Scott Allen ’95 and Rebecca Jo ’95 Morrow David Russell Mousseau ’82 Christine ’76 and R. Dennis Nagel George J. and Leola S. ’51 Neumayer Ruth Newell ’65 Nestor Edward ’75 ’76 and Lorraine M. Newman Gary Susumu ’70 ’74 ’76 and Liela N.L. ’73 ’76 Nitta Daniel A. ’05 ’07 and Katherine C. ’03 Noble Kenneth Earl Noland ’57

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Patrick L. O’Donnell ’57 Allen D. ’71 and Connie J. Olsen Roger W. ’55 and Dorothy M. Olson Sean T and Joyce T. O’Sullivan James K. O’Toole ’68 John G. ’01 and Donna Paffendorf John A. ’58 and Ann H. ’59 Pappas Parker-Hannifin Foundation Samuel S. and Margaret T. Parkins Randa Lynn ’84 and Henry C. Patrick Joellen Kay Peters ’81

Christine Helen Schreiber ’86 and Lori K. Pohl

Courtney Raymond M. ’93 and Lisa Marie ’90 Touw

John C. II ’74 and Earlinia Scott

Martin La Forest ’84 and Julia Marie ’84 ’86 Trail

Kent C. Seelig ’67 Shirley K. Severn ’48 Eric R. ’00 and Amy Irene ’01 Shaw Michael Calvin ’76 and Merrilee M. Shenk Gary F. Sherlock ’68

Amanda Kikueye Shigeta ’05

Jagdish N. Sheth Douglas Charles ’80 and Jo Ellen Siron Edgar F. Smith ’71 Thomas S. ’68 and Thelma L. Smith

Martin Jay ’92 and Kimberley Ann ’95 Pierret

Julie L. Solberg ’78 ’79 ’82

James R. ’70 and Judy Marie ’69 Pilcher

Nels Don ’85 and Andrea Marie ’85 Solberg

David Thomas ’88 and Sharon M. Piper Martin Eric Polla ’91 Gordon C. ’69 and Sharon L. Price

Mark David Ackerman ’10

John C. Jr. ’98 and Lora Suzanne ’00 Scott

Jaime Katherine Petrjanos ’98 and Jeff Malensky

Ruth Stevens Pierce ’77

UP TO $100

Thomas Howard Toevs ’75 and Rebecca Lynn Davis ’77

Robert C. Schwarz ’76

Sheth Family Foundation Inc.

William R. ’75 and Nancy Phillips

Eugene R. Tirk ’54

Richard L. ’69 and Patricia M. ’70 Toney

Gordon Wayne ’76 and Patrice Petrie

James Frederick ’84 and Marianne Esther ’85 Phalin

Mary Ann Solberg

Garold L. Amos ’64

Richard D. ’61 and Rebecca R. Turner

Barbara A. Anderson ’63

David V. ’73 ’74 and Barbara L. ’73 Uberuaga

Alfred W. ’56 and Arline C. Arrivee

Edgar W. and Joyce A. Virtue

Debra Ann Arstein ’87

Sue K. Waltner ’94

Richard V. Atwood ’69

Anita L. Warntjes ’71

Terry Babin ’69

Eric Darwyn ’97 and Tiffany Lee Wendt

Joseph W. ’54 and Eleanor Bade

Ellwood V. Werry ’51 ’62

John W. ’56 and Elizabeth H. Bailey

Stephen D. ’75 and Joyce B. Westfall Lawrence Burbank Weymouth III ’86

Stanley B. Sorensen ’54 Marc Stewart ’77 and Rebecca Ann ’80 Sorenson

Richard J. White ’69 Robert G. ’68 and Anne J. White

Aaron L. Ranisate

Donald R. Standley ’74

Delwyn C. ’59 and Marlene Williams

Kenneth L. ’68 and Jane L. Reagan

Steiner Electronics

Nicole Lynn Williams ’01

J. Philip ’64 and Nancy Jean ’64 Reberger

William E. ’76 and Audrey B. ’73 Steiner

Alan H. ’72 and Maryann A. Winkle

Robert Louis ’77 and Karen Joan ’76 Rehfeld

Stanley W. Stolte ’70

Kenneth R. ’70 and Debra J. ’73 Wombacher

Scott Richard Robuck ’82

Carolyn Belle ’82 and Jerry V. Wicks

Jason Eric ’95 and Katina Wood

Terry Strickler

Robert W. Worthington ’50

Nicole K. Sturdy ’03

Xerox Corporation

David N. ’67 and Beth Suhr

Eugene L. ’63 and Bernadean D. Yada

Bradley D. Swan ’81 and Jeanine Bennett

Boyd ’67 and Daisy Yee

Michael C. ’88 and Elizabeth S. Sweeney

Larry Allen ’76 and Lucinda Ann ’76 Youngberg

Michael Dean ’88 and MaryMichael Rodgers

Frances E. Symms ’59

Betty L. ’69 and John Stanley Zabielski

Timothy Jeffery ’01 and Susan Bruns ’89 Rowe

John F. Tate ’66

Carrie Jo Rock ’00

John C. and Mary Kathaleen Rutherford Barbara M. Sande ’61 Kenneth Roger Saville ’84 Douglas F. ’59 and Dorothy D. ’59 Schedler

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Paul Vincent Taggart ’88 Brandon ’91 and Tamera L. ’90 Taylor Vernon K. (Ret.) ’54 and Mildred J. Thomas Dennis C. ’70 and Sherry Thompson Fred T. Thompson Jr. ’53

Duane G. ’44 and Virginia E. ’44 Anderson

United Way of Treasure Valley

Standley & Associates, CPAs

Mark A. III ’63 and Lois Jayne ’63 Robinson

Donald L. ’71 and Margene Aiman Carol L. Allen

Gerald D. and Carolyn A. Ramsey

Gerald F. Riggers ’55

Kent L. ’59 and Eleanor A. ’60 Ahlschlager

Jerry Alan Jr. ’94 and Barbra A. Trujillo

John W. ’58 and Kay M. Raeder

Ron C. ’69 and Barbara Reynolds

Trisha Carrie ’87 and Richard A. Agueros

Brent R. Albano ’56

Robert A. ’55 and Marilyn J. Wheeler

Scot A. ’70 and Kathleen M. Stradley

Willard L. and Bette Jane Adams

Michael David Trail ’86

Donna Jacobs ’78 and Mark A. Stambaugh

Thomas Allan ’86 and Rosemary Bess ’86 Reinhardt

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James Michael ’83 and Colleen R. Schmit

Gary Gene ’77 and Linda Bailey

Douglas D. Baker and Dana L. Stover Kacie L. Baldwin ’99 Jill Christine Ballard ’87 Carolyn R. ’52 and Neil A. Bancroft Benjamin Franklin III ’83 and Mollie ’84 Beckler Linda Marie Bentley ’87 Ted Craig ’75 ’77 and Nancy E. Bergeson Paulette L. Blain James E. Blaine ’65 Verne ’61 ’88 and Judith L. ’61 ’88 Blalack Brian L. ’72 and Marilyn Bohman Richard R. ’64 and Donna Borneman Paul Leroy ’82 and Hope L. Boyle Glen E. Bradford ’49 William E. Brodersen ’55 Chris L. ’72 and Marilyn Lyon ’73 Brown David and Kathy Brown Dean B. ’50 and Mary E. Brown

Raymond F. ’53 and Judith L. ’56 Zoellick

Zachary Nathaniel ’00 and Jennifer Lydiard Broyles

John G. ’51 ’54 and Bernadine T. Zwiener

Christopher Lee Brueher ’92 Bruce ’53 ’58 and Eleanor ’53 Budge Alice M. Burnell ’51 Neil S. ’72 and Sara J. Burrell

Mary E. Campbell Mark Allen ’90 and Mari M. Carpenter Pamela Susan Carrie ’84 Alfredo Castro Jr. ’10 Michael L. Christianson ’82 Joanna Malgorzata Cilley ’04 ’07 Walter D. ’59 and Betty W. Clemons Kenneth C. ’61 and Dorothy M. Cofield Matthew John Colbert ’97 Bert Leslie Combs ’83 Stephen Thomas Conklin ’85

Lauray M. ’51 and Sharon R. Fereday

Julie Anne Heimgartner ’79

Kevin Daryl and Cathie Keck

Jed Eugene Fischer ’05

Timothy Allen Helbling ’85

Marlene L. ’64 and Clifford Keene

Larry D. Helton ’69

Robert E. Keller ’74

Thomas Wynne Henderson ’75

Gabriela Maria ’88 and Regan Kelling

Gary Todd ’93 and Heather Hanson ’93 Fisher Mary Alice and Otto Jr. Florence Marilyn M. Fordham ’57 Delores J. Freeby Calvin Kirk ’80 and Carolyn B. French Roger Lee ’79 ’82 and Katherine ’79 Freudenberg Ryan D. ’03 and Kimberly Ann ’02 Froehlich

William R. Cook ’69

Thomas C. HON ’84 and Marguerite F. Frye

Mary L. ’41 and John N. Corbin

Nicholas Cobb Fuller ’07

Gerald O. Coulston ’55

Eva M. Gale ’38

Jon A. ’66 and Deborah J. Cox

April Ruth Gannon ’10

Kyle Anthony Craviotto ’07

Jacob Roy Gayda ’08

Lindsey Nicole Crea ’11

Brian Edward ’90 and Karla Gehlen

Charles Henry ’75 ’78 and Lori L. Creason

Joseph Raymond Getchius ’02

Robert M. Jr. ’77 and Carrie A. Hendrickson

Ward N. Kelly ’67

Dacia Ann ’97 and Ramiro Hernandez

Patrick J. ’65 and Marjorie W. Killien

Dawn Shilan and Roger F. Hertel

Steven Ray ’79 and Denise R. Kimes

James P. ’63 and Jacqueline Gail ’86 Hertel

Brian Thomas King ’08

Leila Emily Hickman ’11

Edward Ralph ’77 and Susan Kluss

Lewis R. Higgins ’64

William Ronald ’86 and Mary Ann Koester

Bradford D. Hill Ronald Eric ’84 and Paula K. Hill

Alexander Korzyk

Eldon Kent ’79 and Barbara L. Hinckley

Joshua David Kosanke ’09 Paul A. and Marla Ann Kraut

Owen Camron Hirst ’95 ’96 and Julie Susie Eng ’98

Thomas J. Kurdy ’70

Lorraine L. ’58 and James R. Hiskey

Richard M. ’74 and Lois Kay ’74 Leber

Karen Annette Hofmann ’87 and Douglas R. D’Hondt

Kelsey Marie LaRoche ’11

Gary A. and Cynthia G. Lehrsch Sally J. Light ’49

Kenneth and Diane Crookham

Hailey Marie Goins ’09

Denise Diane Crossler ’06 Meredith Nicole Csencsits ’04

Gerald D. ’64 and Janice M. Gordon

Linda S. Cunningham ’72

Peggy Jeanne Gottschalk ’86

Thomas A. Cunningham ’68

Rebecca Joanne Graff ’09

Linda Jean Daley ’76

Kathleen A. ’86 and David Graves

Benjamin Adam Hornbacher ’06

Nathan Craig Dallolio ’92 ’97

Charles Morin ’81 and Debra J. Green

Mary Elizabeth Hourihan ’09 Joan Le ’87 and Thomas Howell

Loren Wayne ’50 and Elaine Grow

Ronald J. ’71 and Elizabeth I. Howell

Robert H. Halladay ’67

Wade Erik ’92 and Pamela Howland

Amy Louise Lohman ’82

Peter Herron Huebner ’81

Robert M. ’57 and Drexel L. Love

Gary D. ’74 ’75 and Ann Marie ’74 Hanson

Joyce M. Huffman ’49

Michael Stephen Lowry ’06

Robert J. ’52 and Janet M. ’50 Hanson

Georgia C. Hughes ’49 Karen Hungerford

Martin Robert ’96 and Jennifer Renee ’97 Lux

Emil Carl ’79 and Cathryn Vergobbi ’76 Dammel Jeanmarie H. ’83 and Blair Davis Kenneth E. ’55 and Bula Joy Daw David P. Diaz-Jennings ’11 Jim Earl Dodge ’77 and Diana M. Hardy-Dodge Loren Andrew Doman ’10 Marc Alan ’78 and Debra Diane ’79 Dorendorf Barton Drake and Beverley Scruton Gerald Lee ’74 ’84 and Teresa M. ’74 ’87 Duhamel Marissa Lynn Duncan ’11 Stephen Lynn Ealy ’11

Mark F. ’70 ’74 and Anne Hampton

Stephen Erik ’05 and Stephanie N. ’06 Hardy

Marion W. ’52 and Betty L. Homan David L. ’62 and Sharon L. ’62 Hood Daniel T. Hormaechea ’68

Charlene Doris Huston ’11 Brian Edward Imhoff ’04

Harlen D. ’69 ’70 and Cecilia I. Harmon

Philip R. and Jan E. Ioset

Kristina A. Harmon

Daniel Aaron Jaklich ’08

Brock James Harris ’03

Dibbrell V. ’64 and Kay J. ’64 Jamison

Albert C. ’68 and Diana M. Jacobs

Anders Olof Edling ’10

Kathleen Alice ’82 and Robert M. Harris

Bryce Landon Elstad ’94

Havemann Hardware Inc.

David Richard Janicki ’88

Cathie Etzler

Grant M. ’62 and Carol Havemann

Anthony K. Jensen ’07

Fritz O. ’60 and Rose C. Eymann John P. Fairman ’65 William Jeremy Farmin ’84 Anthony and Christine C. Farrell Michael T. Feeney ’72 ’77

Thomas W. Jr. ’72 and Icy F. Hawksworth Ronald Patrick ’84 and Lorie Barnes ’85 Hayes

Greg Lewis Fehrs ’85

James M. ’58 and Nancy Jo Heaton

Michael Harland Felton Jr. ’87 ’90

Ralph B. Hegsted Jr. ’62

Michelle Marie Jamison ’10

Edward J. Johnson ’55 Joel David ’82 and Lorene Fay ’84 Johnson

Kevin Gene ’90 and Donna Lincoln Ruth R. ’50 and Wayne Lincoln Mark Eric ’79 ’84 and Elizabeth J. Linville Duane E. Little ’61 Nicole Jean Lively ’10 James Elliot ’78 and Kris Lodge Joshua Friend Lohff ’05 Donald F. ’67 and Janet E. Lopez

Eugene Randell ’87 and Debra ’87 ’91 Lybyer Alan L. and Mary Miller Lyon Grace V. Lyon Donna F. ’46 and Richard W. Mahin Carl Dennis ’84 and Sheryl Shoemaker ’84 Main Lydia L. Mains Howard Eugene Jr. ’88 and Catherine J. Mallett J. David Malone and Madonne Miner Mildred M. Mansfield ’56

Violet M. and Lonnie L. Juran

Larry W. and Kailai Martin

Mladen Mike Kale ’08

Margaret Louise Martinazzi ’85

James V. ’53 and Marilyn Kavanaugh

Ryan Alex Masteller ’09 Harold J. ’67 and Dixie E. Masters

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Amy A. Mayer ’00 ’09

Joseph Erik ’99 and MaryAnna H. ’99 Peavey

Richard Glenn ’74 ’75 and Tonia A. Smith

John L. ’66 and Helen L. ’67 Whitney

Lawrence E. ’50 and Gladys Peretti

Robert A. ’70 and Linda G. Sonnen

Patrick Maurice ’88 and Tracey L. Wiese

Nathan Edward ’86 and Diana S. Perry

Jason T. ’00 and Elizabeth Sorge

Williams Paint & Coatings Clifford Robert Williams ’75

John P. ’72 ’76 and Marta J. McLaughlin

Andrew Joseph Petersen ’08

Timothy J. Spagnoletti ’70 ’74 Douglas D. ’73 and Debra J. Springer

Dennis K. ’70 and Bonnie M. Williams

Timothy Patrick ’86 and Arlene McMonigle

Melvin O. Peterson †

Donald H. ’62 and Mary D. Standlee

Dennis Talbert Wilson ’10

Kyle Phillip Stanton ’10

Eric R. ’75 and Elise Wooster

John P. ’74 and Cynthia H. McCabe Jay Dean ’86 ’88 and Tracy Lynn ’87 McDougal David Kenneth McIntosh ’11

MDU Resources Foundation Mitchell Franklin II ’87 and Susan Regina ’87 Mead

Thad D. Peterson ’72 Philips Electronics North America Corporation

Robert N. Steele ’63

Joseph Duane Popplewell ’08 ’11

Brian Ray Stender ’98

Eugene Peter Meegan ’87

Larry M. ’88 and Nicole Rae ’88 Pratt

Lynn Marie Stimson ’75

Ross A. Jr. ’70 and Karen L. ’69 Meredith

John Tyler Marshall Price ’09

Jack R. Sumner ’73

Lawrence R. Meech ’49

Cecilia Marie Merz ’83 Brianna Jo Milford Eric William ’90 and Kristin Merri ’91 Miller

Gordon Leslie ’80 and Teresa Joann ’84 Radford Thomas Jay ’78 and Priscilla C. Raffetto

John Claude Studebaker ’75 Eben Sutton Jr. ’95 ’99 Steven Wayne Tallman ’84 Gary H. Teuscher ’72

Vernon and Mary Red

William J. Theisen

John F. ’52 and Delores N. † ’52 Miller

Carla Eileen Redline ’84

Jamie Ann Thomas ’11 William Andrew Thomas ’89

Larry Douglas ’76 and Omeda Lyn Miller

Brandon Joseph Rehder ’10 Dave L. Richmond ’80

Thomas Theodore Thoreson ’88

Karen L. Ripatti ’71

Time Lease

Scott Laidlaw Roberts ’79

Kathryn J. ’67 and Fred L. Todd

Juliann Marie Robinson ’94

William J. ’72 and Kae L. Torgerson

Robert M. ’88 and Sandra Marcela ’89 Miller Ryan Thomas ’04 and Kristin M. ’02 Montgomery Beth M. Moore ’52

Robert B. ’47 and Mary J. Sahlberg

John Jr. ’64 and Margaret Ann Morrison

Robert C. ’95 and Elizabeth Dianne ’95 Sanders

Rajiv ’89 and Jerrie L. Vaidyanathan

Nancy A. ’55 and Richard E. Morrison

John L. Sayles ’68

Joyce A. Virgen ’53

Terry M. ’83 ’86 and Sarah Lee ’82 Scanlan

Janell Margaret Vogel ’04

Donald H. ’60 and Barbara J. ’58 Morse

Lori Ann Uhrig ’98

Mike ’92 and Cindy Schenck

Andy John ’04 and Leann C. ’00 Wagele

Ronald L. ’49 and Evelyn A. Muck

Martin J. ’72 and L. Christine Schnell

James Michael ’77 and Karla Patsy ’79 Wagner

Robert E. Ndipnchot ’79

Stephanie Ann Schnider ’04

Jan Marie ’77 and Jerome F. Walk

Marie Helen Nearing

Wayne Leo ’87 and Kristy Schoonmaker

Andrea Michele Walker ’07

Edward P. Morse ’72 ’74

Adrian Loren Nelson ’67 Carla L. ’77 and Gary A. Nibler Rod Eric Nordin ’95 Rob ’78 and Deborah Oates Steven D. ’68 and Susan Mae ’69 Oliver Nancy Ruth Otterson ’92 Clarice Louise ’79 and Stewart L. Padelford Flint Parker ’98 Charles Bryan ’79 and Kristine Ann Parrish David Nathanael Paulat ’84 James B. Payne ’62 ’70 Marian L. Payne ’57 Peter Dautis ’00 and Ashley Kathleen Pearson

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Douglas Pete and Maurene Rae ’93 Schroeder

Young H. and Elizabeth Ann Walker

Edward Francis Schwehr ’89

James R. ’63 and Linda R. ’63 Wallace

Janet Novak Seitz Jashinski ’59

Walt Clemons and Associates

Edwin H. ’56 and Margaret T. Shane

Mona L. Walter

Melissa Mae Sherrard ’00

James R. ’68 and Carole D. Watt

The Sherwin-Williams Foundation

JoAnn T. ’52 and Alfred G. Webster

Linda Anne Shirley ’89

Howard C. ’71 and Dorothy Lee ’66 ’84 Weldon

Alana Marie ’79 and Robert Shoemaker Linda Lee Simmons ’75 Robert J. Slette ’70 Kenneth P. Slusser ’54 Chad Mance Smith ’03 Jon Michael Smith ’94 ’95

Kathleen Anne Watkins ’92 ’97

Steven George Wells ’03 Darwyn J. ’72 and Linda J. ’70 Wendt Susan Lois White ’86 and William D. Siprelle Jr. Vicki Whitmarsh

Mackenzie Marie Winner ’10 Jeri Yamashita ’85 Mark Dahle Yeates Mark Lee ’85 and Laura Lee ’83 Zeller Albert L. ’55 and Jean Anne Zimmerly Dwight and Janet L. Zins † Deceased

Make a gift and take advantage of the state of Idaho new Tax Education Credit!

Effective January 2011 through December 31, 2015, the state of Idaho passed legislation that will allow you to direct a portion of your Idaho tax liability to the University of Idaho and allow you to make a multiyear commitment to Idaho. Idaho code section 63-3029A increased the tax credit made available to all with an Idaho tax obligation over the next five years.

From the legislation: For individual taxpayers, the tax credit is limited to 50% of your total charitable contributions, and further limited to the lesser of $500 ($1000 on a joint return) or 50% of your total Idaho tax liability. The maximum annual amount of the credit is increased from $100 ($200 on a jointly filed return) to $500 ($1,000 on a jointly filed return).

For corporate taxpayers, the tax credit remains equal to 50% of the contribution and limited to 10% of the corporation’s total Idaho income tax liability. The maximum annual credit is increased from $1,000 to $5,000.

The power to control where your tax dollars are spent is now yours!

You can give your money to the Idaho Capitol in the form of taxes, or you can receive a credit and donate your money to the College of Business and Economics and support continuing academic excellence at Idaho! Please consult with your tax adviser and take advantage of this tax credit being made available by the state of Idaho, and help OUR University.

For more information: Contact Toni Broyles at (208) 885-2634, tbroyles@uidaho.edu, or Chandra Ford at (208) 364-9908, chandra@uidaho.edu.

Tax Benefits You may qualify for TAX DEDUCTIONS and CREDITS when you give to the University of Idaho College of Business and Economics. Here’s how: Donation to College of Business and Economics

Federal Deduction

State Deduction

Idaho Credit

Net Cost Per Year

$ 60.00

$9.00

$4.00

$30.00

$17.00

$125.00

$19.00

$9.00

$63.00

$34.00

$250.00

$38.00

$19.00

$125.00

$68.00

$500.00

$75.00

$37.00

$250.00

$138.00

$1,000.00

$150.00

$74.00

$500.00

$276.00

$2,000.00

$300.00

$148.00

$1,000.00

$552.00

*These figures reflect the 2011 rates for a joint return of $40,000 taxable income and are based on the taxpayer who itemizes his or her personal deductions. The tax credit is 50% of taxpayer’s donations to educational institutions for the year up to a maximum of $1,000 credit on a joint return.

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PO Box 443161 Moscow, ID 83844-3161

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Honoring a Leader The Jack Morris Executive Speaker Series

Soon-to-retire Dean Jack Morris will leave a lasting legacy. Please help us honor his important leadership in the college and his significant contributions during his 39 years of service to the University of Idaho with a gift to support the newly renamed Jack Morris Executive Speaker Series. Your gift will help us enhance the endowment that supports this program, which has been a priority for Dean Morris and a critical piece of the experiential learning opportunities we provide our students. Send your gift for this endowment to the University of Idaho Foundation, PO Box 443147, Moscow, ID, 83844-314. Or, contact Chandra Zenner Ford at (208) 890-2370, chandra@uidaho.edu, or Toni Broyles at (208) 885-2634, tbroyles@uidaho.edu.