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CONTENTS
SPRING 2010
12 Features 8 Ten Reasons We’re on the Move
Talking points to enhance conversation about your favorite college
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Books, Belgium & Baseball
Taking advantage of education and opportunities has helped alum Steve Brauer become very successful
16 The Great Fire of 1909 From tragedy to tradition, we look back 100
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20 On the Road...Again! We just can’t wait to meet more alumni,
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parents, prospective students and friends.
20 In every issue... 2 President’s Column 3
Campus News
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Blue Jay Trivia
25 Alumni Album 26
Class Notes
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Baby Blue Jays
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Wedding Album
Leadership Magazine • Spring 2010 Leadership is published twice a year Submit suggestions and comments to: alumni@westminster-mo.edu If you are interested in advertising in Leadership please contact the Office of Development at (573) 592-5370 Kris Lensmeyer, Executive Director of Alumni & College Relations Rob Crouse, Director of College Relations Melanie Barger, Alumni & College Relations Coordinator Gina campagna, Alumni & College Relations Coordinator Dale Ley III, Graphic Designer
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On the cover: Westminster prepares to hit the road for the 2010 Blue Jay Across the USA Summer Tour. For more information, see story on page 20.
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Dear Friend of Westminster:
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hose of you who remarked about how much you enjoyed last year’s “Legends, Legacies, and Leaders” profiles in Leadership will be equally happy when you learn more about the new group being honored in this issue. These members of our Westminster community…past and present… have built the foundation for the Westminster experience our students enjoy today. Westminster is on the move because these movers and shakers have shaped our curriculum and campus life into an exciting and meaningful personal journey for each student, preparing them to be successful and to make a difference in the world. These dedicated professionals and so many others like them on our campus have played critical roles in attracting larger numbers of top students who want to enroll here every year. These leaders are a major reason why we are experiencing our ninth straight year of record enrollment. Thanks to their efforts, we have been able to establish an educational environment where students feel a great deal of personal satisfaction. Alumni, family, and friends who have been touched and influenced by these leaders give back generously to Westminster with time, talent, and treasure to ensure future generations enjoy the Westminster experience. The exciting academic and personal experiences our faculty and staff have established at Westminster have garnered a great deal of national attention as well. Westminster is consistently recognized every year by prestigious educational institution evaluators such as The Princeton Review, U.S.News & World Report, and Forbes magazine as one of the best colleges and universities in the Midwest. Westminster College is consistently ranked nationally among colleges and universities for its academic excellence and educational value. Westminster has also become nationally ranked as one of the most diverse small liberal arts colleges in the nation with 16 percent of its student population representing 67 different countries. What you will find in this edition of Leadership is what everyone who comes to Westminster discovers. The wonder of Westminster is its people and their passion…people who provide the personal care and attention that nurtures student success. Thanks for all you do to make this success possible. Go Blue Jays!
George B. Forsythe, Ph.D.
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Dr. Kurt Jefferson, Chair of the Political Science Department, spent two weeks in January in Amman, Jordan, as one of twelve American academics studying the teaching of Islam & Middle Eastern cultures.
President Barney Forsythe (left) joined U.S. Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (center) & Dr. Rob Havers (right), Executive Director of the Churchill Memorial, to announce Congress designated the Churchill Memorial as the National Churchill Museum June 15.
Members of the Blue Blazers Investment Club had the opportunity to visit Maui Jim sunglasses headquarters in Peoria, IL, thanks to CEO Walter Hester, class of ’77.
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(above) The Westminster community celebrated the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall by building a Wall replica and (below) toppling it at 6:53 p.m., the time the actual Wall fell. (insert) Dr. Bernd von Muenchow-Pohl, Director of the German Information Center in Washington D.C., spoke at the Nov. 9th Freedom Without Walls Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary Celebration.
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The Westminster choirs provided entertainment for the President’s Dinner Oct. 23.
(insert) Westminster President Barney Forsythe presents the Sentinels of the Columns Lifetime Giving Society Award to Scott Wilson, class of ’74, at the President’s Dinner. (below) The President’s Dinner was a huge hit at Westminster for friends of the College who enjoyed fancy dining in the classrooms of the Coulter Science Center and a reception in the Atrium.
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A company portrait of the students responsible for this year’s International Show Nov. 20 at Champ Auditorium— an annual treat at Westminster.
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Women’s volleyball raised money to battle breast cancer with their Dig Pink campaign last October.
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“Batter up!” says the Westminster basketball teams on their side trip to the Louisville Slugger Museum while in Louisville, KY, to play a conference game Jan. 6.
2009 Homecoming Queen Liz Knox and Homecoming King Matt Greaves reigned over Homecoming activities Oct. 17.
Westminster raised over $1500 to support the Central Missouri Food Bank with the 100-yard Sub event during Homecoming.
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When members of the Westminster family get together, they love to talk about their favorite topic. What’s that, you say? Why, Westminster, of course. Blue Jay pride is contagious, and with all the exciting developments taking place at the College these days, we have plenty to say. Westminster is definitely on the move, and Leadership has compiled the top ten reasons. So sprinkle some of these facts into your next Westminster conversation.
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01 Off the Charts Westminster experienced its 9th straight year of record enrollment, starting the school year with 1,080 strong and a wait list of prospectives. Now that the school has already reached its long term goal of 1,000 students, the challenge will be choosing among all the premiere students that want to attend Westminster.
02 The Bus Stops Here Westminster draws 11,000 visitors a year to view the state of the art attractions found in the National Churchill Museum in memory of Winston Churchill, who delivered his famous “Iron Curtain� speech on the campus in 1946. The Museum is housed in a magnificent 17th century English church—the oldest in North America, and tourists can also experience the largest contiguous section of the Berlin Wall found in the United States.
03 Life Lab 101 Westminster offers students a wide range of exciting life experiences such as dissecting in a cadaver lab or investing real money in stocks and bonds with the Blue Blazers Investment Club. All freshmen learn how to adjust to college life together by living in The Quad. Domestic students can go home to live with international students for the summer through the Take A Friend Home program or study abroad and take courses in places like Belize, France, Argentina, Spain and Rwanda. Happiness with the Westminster experience is evident from the extremely high student retention rate, which has remained around 83% for the past four years, and student satisfaction assessment scores higher than most comparable liberal arts colleges. 90% of Westminster students have a favorable image of the College and 86% of all seniors would choose Westminster if they could start college over again.
04 The Midwest Melting Pot Westminster is now known as the 4th most diverse small liberal arts college in the country with 16% of its student body coming from 67 different countries. In the past five years, the non-white domestic student population has increased from 11% to 30%. For those wishing to gain the global perspective for the life they will lead in the future, the campus of Westminster offers the opportunity to live and learn in a world classroom.
05 Where Everyone Knows Your Name Westminster takes Cheers a step further. Not only does everyone know your name in the Westminster close-knit, caring community, students call professors by their first name and have their home phone numbers when they need help with courses. Students receive the kind of individualized attention necessary to achieve academic and personal success. Students, faculty and staff all interact in social activities and service projects. Westminster is a home away from home where students have a second family.
06 The Westminster Network Westminster alumni and friends are always there to help whether another member of our Westminster family is looking for a job, a dentist, an internship, or just some information. Westminster has an incredible level of networking that helps its students and graduates to be successful. Approximately 94% of all graduates going into the job market have positions within the first six months.
07 Nexus of Knowledge Westminster is a true nexus of knowledge with several vital centers that offer specific educational opportunities for its community. Through the Emerson Center for Leadership and Service, students receive leadership and character development training and can even earn a leadership minor. The Emerson Center also involves the entire campus community in service learning projects on campus and in the community. The new Center for Engaging the World coordinates all international programming and events at Westminster and works to expand the use of global topics and international perspectives within the curriculum. The Learning Opportunities Center gives students the support and tools they need to succeed academically, offering reading and study skill help, peer tutoring, and learning disability assistance. The Center for Teaching Excellence provides the environment, programs, and resources for the professional development of Westminster instructors.
08 Opening New Doors Westminster constantly offers new doors to open with its continuing emphasis on renovating and expanding its beautiful campus. In recent years the campus grounds have been transformed thanks to the state of the art Wallace H Coulter Science Center, the new Mueller Leadership Hall which houses our dining services and college bookstore, renovation and renaming of the Churchill National Museum, and the new housing options North Hall, Westminster Apartments and the Beta House. Students will have the opportunity to live in new student townhouses, currently under construction, for the 2010 fall semester.
09 Cents and Sensibility Westminster students recognize what good sense it makes to attend a college where they receive top value for their money—a world class education at a reasonable price and where they can receive the financial support the need to enjoy the full Westminster experience. Ninety-seven percent of the student body qualifies for some portion of financial aid. Is it any wonder Forbes magazine ranked Westminster as the Top Value Missouri College or University this year?
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Westminster alumni and friends continue to support the College in spite of a challenging economy. The True Blue Society of those who have given every year for more than 15 to Westminster stands at 166 and last year we had 287 President’s Club members. The “True Blue” realize that giving at any level makes a difference in the quality of the instruction, resources, and facilities that our students enjoy.
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Books, Belgium & Baseball
It’s overwhelming.
The first thing that strikes you as you enter Steve Brauer’s conference room and office is the sheer quantity of photos and memorabilia. You try to focus on him as you talk, as politeness would dictate, but you find your eyes wandering the room. Pictures of Steve with presidents, prime ministers and sports stars crowd the walls and bookcases. It’s all evidence of the myriad of experiences Steve has had since graduating from Westminster in 1967.
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teve transferred to Westminster midsemester his freshman year on the encouragement of his step-father Lee Hunter ’35. Lee was a longtime College Trustee and is the namesake of the Hunter Activity Center.
laughs. When pressed, Steve admits going to a few “barn parties, which were pretty much a keg and some music in a farmer’s barn.” There was no alcohol on campus, anywhere.
After Westminster, he enlisted in the Army, received a commission in the Corps of Engineers Steve fondly remembers several faculty and via OCS, and later spent a year in Vietnam, where staff that helped him make the most of his he was a platoon leader, and later, commander of time here so he could graduate on time. It the 82nd Engineer Co. in Long Binh. “It was a can be tough being the “new guy” as a transfer transformational experience, having responsibility student, but Jack Marshall, Dean of Men at the for troops, and a mission.” Coming home, he joined time, remembers Steve quickly finding a home Hunter Engineering Co. Founded by Lee Hunter, with the Phi Delts. Steve’s step-father Lee was the company is the leader in automotive wheel also a Phi Delt, but Steve claims there was no service equipment. If you get your car’s tires pressure from home on which house to choose. replaced, aligned, or balanced, chances are high that the mechanic is using a Hunter product to complete Steve admits he “caused a little ruckus” during the work. Steve became President of the company his years at Westminster, but his time there in 1980 and has led it into international markets and did not live up to the stereotype of the 1960s great growth, now employing over 1,200 people. culture. ROTC was a requirement the first two years, as were courses on bible and religion. Professionally, he hasn’t been limited to Hunter “Although we read about what was going on at Engineering. Since 1995, he’s been part of the Berkeley, we remained pretty much a product of ownership group of the St. Louis Cardinals. He the ’50s. We just had one hippie on campus!” he says there’s nothing like being a part of a world
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championship team. “The high point of the last 15 years had to be the seventh game of the 2006 National League Championship against New York,” he remembered. “It was a tied game, down to the ninth inning when Yadi (Yadier Molina) parked one over the left field wall. Shea Stadium, usually the noisiest in baseball, suddenly became silent as a tomb…Wow!…Baseball at it’s best!”
If you can pick up one thing in college it would be to develop critical thinking skills and remain curious throughout your life.
From 2001 to 2003, Steve also served as United States Ambassador to Belgium. He managed a diverse mission with over 500 staff and represented the United States during a difficult time – the aftermath of the attacks September 11, 2001 and the time leading up to the Iraq War.
Philanthropy has always been a key part of his and his wife Camilla’s life. Charities throughout St. Louis have benefited from their involvement – the Art Museum, Boy Scouts, Missouri Botanical Garden, and Washington University (where he is now Board Chair) are just a few.
Suddenly you understand the origin of the vast array of memorabilia around you. They are signposts from a journey that has taken Steve Brauer from Westminster College to the Army to the executive suite to a championship locker room. While he learned a lot at Westminster, Steve says the real key has been knowing that “education takes place so far beyond college. If you can pick up one thing in college it would be to develop critical thinking skills and remain curious throughout your life.” In that respect, Steve’s experiences demonstrate the power of the liberal arts education that Westminster continues to offer. While he majored in economics, he has been called upon to lead in business, political, diplomatic, and philanthropic endeavors. No training program could prepare someone for such a diversity of roles and situations. His advice to today’s students is something that was told to him by Lee Hunter: “You are what you think about. Take advantage of your Westminster education by developing a curiosity about the world around you, and, in particular, how our free market economy works. A starting point would be reading the Wall Street Journal editorial page every day. …Think, observe, and question well beyond what your academic courses cover.” He assures us that this is the path to a rich life. If his office walls are any indication, we believe him.
If you are an alum who’s been successful thanks to your time at Westminster College...
WHAT’S YOUR SUCCESS STORY? We need stories of successful alumni to use in media stories, Leadership magazine, the website and with prospective students. Your success could be in business, service, education, ministry or even in your own family.
We want to hear your story! If Westminster significantly impacted your future success, let us know. Contact us at alumni@westminster-mo.edu or (573) 592-5319
BLUE JAY
TRIVIA
In this US Census year, we thought we would share with you some of some of our Westminster census numbers. The data shows the tremendous growth the college has achieved as well as some fun facts about your alma mater. Answers are at the bottom of the page. Enjoy‌ Use a blue or black pen.
Start here 1. Number of Students in the Fall 1999 a. 705 b. 805 c. 905 d.1005 2. Number of Students in the Fall 2009 a. 780 b. 880 c. 980 d. 1080 3. Current Number of States Represented by Westminster Students a. 5 b. 16 c. 27 d. 38 4. Number of Countries Represented by Westminster Students in 1999 a.15 b. 25 c. 35 d. 45 5. Number of Countries Represented by Westminster Students in 2009 a. 27 b. 47 c. 57 d. 67 6. Current Number of Athletic Teams a. 10 b. 12 c. 15 d. 18 7. Number of burgers served per year at the Leadership Hall a. 9045 b. 8640 c. 7890 d. 7265 8. Number of chicken tenders served per year at the Leadership Hall a. 10880 b. 11520 c. 9745 d. 10250
10. Number of Internships in 2003-04 a. 97 b. 117 c. 127 d. 137 11. Number of Internships in 2008-09 a.112 b.162 c. 212 d. 262 12. Number of Greek Students in 1999
Hint: The greek students made up 65% of the student population
a. 412 b. 576 c. 634 d. 689
13. Number of Greek Students 2008
Hint: The greek students made up 48% of the student population
a. 298 b. 357 c. 452 d. 471
14. Alumni in Different States a. 20 b. 30 c. 40 d. 50 15. Alumni in Countries a. 29 b. 39 c. 49
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16. Number of people in President’s Club in 2009 You can join for a gift of $1250 ($625 for young alums)
a. 87 b. 187 c. 287 d. 387
9. Our Campus Sits on How Many Acres a. 10 b. 42 c. 86 d. 120 ANSWERS 1. a 2. d 3. c 4. a 5. d 6. d 7. b 8. a 9. c 10. b 11. d 12. a 13. c 14. d 15. c 16. c
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The original Westminster Hall, circa 1905
OutA tradition of abegins Fire... An excerpt from William E. Parrish’s Westminster College An Informal History, 1851-1999
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major tragedy struck the Westminster campus! Friday, September 10, 1909, had been a typical early autumn day in Fulton. Classes would begin the following week at all three colleges, and the townspeople were enjoying their last weekend respite before the students descended en masse. Most of the conversation around town concerned the Callaway grand jury which planned an investigation of bootlegging in the county. By the close of the day Fultonians had something far more spectacular to talk about. At nine o clock that evening someone discovered fire in the attic of Westminster chapel. It spread quickly, fanned by a slight breeze from the southeast. Westminster Hall, immediately adjacent to the north and connected to the chapel by a corridor, stood in real danger! The leaping flames attracted neighboring residents and other townspeople. With several hundred on hand, efforts were made to clean out the main building its roof already ablaze Working industriously, volunteers saved the college records and files, located on the first floor, in their entirety. The News Letter, scheduled to go to the post office the following morning, was carried in several directions to be reassembled on Monday with an “Extra” describing the fire. Fortunately the workers also salvaged all of the mailing apparatus and lists and the addressograph. Attention next turned to the library. Because of overcrowded conditions in the old building, its volumes were scattered. The workers rescued some 3,300 on the ground floor, but a similar number of lesser used books on the third floor were lost as were most of the periodicals awaiting binding in the first floor annex. As rescue operations continued, Fulton’s volunteer firemen sought in vain to stem the conflagration. The city’s water mains did not reach the college at this time (they would be extended the following summer to both Westminster and William Woods for future emergencies), so the fire fighters had to rely on the college well and Stinson Creek. The pressure was low; the fire high and hard to reach. The flames could be seen for miles. One Westminster senior driving his girl east of Fulton that evening saw the luminous spectacle and hurried his buggy down Fifth Street toward the blaze. By the time they arrived the couple could but sit forlornly gazing up at the fiery scene at the top of the hill. Their hearts, like those of so many other Fultonians, became heavy as memories of past events enjoyed there flooded over them. All was rapidly becoming ashes. The Gazette summed up feelings pretty well: “Much sentiment clings to the old building, and it was all that many alumni and former students could do on the night of the fire to keep back tears. It ceased to meet the requirements of the college many years ago, but it was loved by the people of Fulton and by hundreds of former students.” Once it became evident that nothing further could be done to save the buildings or their contents, President Kerr’s thoughts immediately turned to salvaging what had promised to be a large student body for the coming year. At 11:15 Friday night he sat down in the office of Ovid Bell, alumnus and publisher of the Gazette, to begin writing an “Extra” for inclusion with the regular News Letter mailing on Monday morning. He described briefly what had happened and announced that “there would not be a day of delay in opening the college year.” Asking “that word be sent far and near to that effect,” he urged all students to report on schedule, promising “every parent who intended to place a boy in Westminster this year, that not a student will be discommoded or suffer a particle of loss of time or opportunity because of this fire.” He outlined the temporary arrangements already being made to take care of every aspect of college life. “Come on, come promptly, come enthusiastically,”
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he admonished. “Westminster will go on stronger than ever.” To this, Bell appended a plea to the alumni to rally behind the college in its hour of need. “The present disaster ought to be turned into the greatest blessing the college has ever experienced,” he wrote and urged a flood of contributions to build an “Alumni Chapel.” After snatching three hours of sleep, the president was up by six the next morning to survey the ruins. Speculation as to the cause of the fire centered on the possibility of defective wiring in the chapel attic. The two structures were a total loss. Only the charred walls and the towering columns which had guarded the entrance to the main edifice remained. The insurance companies readily agreed to pay the full $24,000 face value of the college’s policies. But this did not begin to cover an estimated loss of $50,000 minimum which would cost even more to rebuild. Nor did it pay for such irreplaceable items as out-of-print library volumes, the notes and manuscripts of professors, and the records of the literary societies...
the columns of old Westminster Hall would be left standing as a reminder of the historic past and symbol of strength for the future.
...By Wednesday, September 15, all was ready for registration. This proved vastly disappointing. In spite of the president’s efforts to forestall a slackening in enrollment, only 46 of some 75 reasonably sure prospects for new students” appeared. Ten days later Kerr reported that the student body numbered 113 as compared with 167 the previous year. Meanwhile condolences poured in upon him. A few of the letters contained donations, but most indicated that for a variety of reasons they could offer little more than sympathy. While treasuring these expressions of concern, the president openly deplored the lack of material evidence backing them up...
...The trustees continued to hold periodic meetings to plan Westminster’s future. They launched an all-out effort to raise funds. They hired architects Patton and Miller of Chicago with General Bell as consultant to draw up an overall campus plan, which appeared in November. In addition to a new $75,000 Westminster Hall, which would be strictly an academic structure, it called for a new library, gymnasium and student building, and chapel. At the strong urging of many alumni the columns of old Westminster Hall would be left standing as a reminder of the historic past and symbol of strength for the future. The pictures appearing in college publications looked impressive, and hopes ran high.
The story continues... Out of the ashes a great Westminster tradition was born. In the fall of 1929, the Skulls of Seven inducted the freshmen into the College by marching them through the historic columns for the first time. Westminster students and alumni only walk through the Columns after taking the Athenian Oath during New Student Convocation and back through the columns as graduates entering the world. As Westminster’s most revered ceremony, this tradition has been one of the fondest memories of Westminster students and alumni for over ninety years.
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In late May/early June of 2011, cross the Atlantic and venture back in time for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the story of Sir Winston Churchill as only the National Churchill Museum can tell it! Join Dr. Rob Havers, Executive Director of the National Churchill Museum and Director of the Churchill Institute, for a week-long journey that will offer unprecedented access into the life of a man many refer to as “the greatest statesman of our time.” Details about Churchill’s England 2011 can be found on Westminster College’s website, www.westminster-mo.edu, beginning Alumni Weekend, April 23, 2010. Information about the trip will also be included in the Fall 2010 Leadership magazine.
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MEET THE 2010
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A new team of Westminster graduates and students will embark on the second annual Blue Jay Across the USA Summer Road Trip to get even more people engaged in the exciting events and changes that are taking place at Westminster. The Blue Jay road crew is looking forward to meeting alumni, parents, students, prospective students and parents and friends of the College for fun events where they can share their favorite Westminster stories. Until then, here's a look into the lives of the alums & students that make up the road crew...
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school activities Kappa Alpha Theta, Skulls of Seven, Student Ambassadors, Student Foundation, Student Government Association, Resident Advisor, Freshmen Mentor, Beta Beta Beta, Special Olympics Volunteer, Alpha Lambda Delta
Future Plans Medical, Pharmacy or Physician’s Assistant School
Interesting Fact Growing up with two older brothers, I always wanted to be JUST like them
Pets A black lab named Wolf
Favorite Food Sushi, Mom’s Meatloaf or Pasta
Favorite Snack Fruit, Nuts or Chocolate
matt greaves '10
Vicki Flynn '11
Biology Little Rock, Arkansas
Biology Fenton, Missouri School Activities Skulls of Seven, Delta Tau Delta, Student Ambassadors, Campus Activities Board, Student Government Association Finance Committee, Alpha Chi, Order of Omega, Tri-Beta, Omicron Delta Kappa
Future Plans University of Missouri-Kansas City Dental School to become an oral surgeon
Interesting Fact I currently have a younger brother who is attending Westminster College
Pets An old English sheep dog named Kobie
Favorite Food Chicken Parmesan
Favorite Snack Pretzels
Hobbies Photography, scrapbooking, being active, playing intramural sports, and spending time with old friends, as well as, meeting new people
Westminster Thought I enjoy being at a small institution that not only strives to educate our minds but also build character. With all of the opportunities to get involved on campus and the community, wellrounded global leaders are the result.
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Hobbies Playing hockey and lacrosse, St. Louis spor ts teams, camping and backpacking, going to concerts and movies
Westminster Thought At Westminster, I have been able to succeed and grow as an individual in a challenging atmosphere in and out of the classroom, with oppor tunities I would not have been able to take advantage of at a larger school. It is the community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni that has made an impact on me and makes me proud to be par t of the traditions and values of Westminster College.
School Activities Kappa Alpha Theta, Social Judiciary Board, Student Ambassadors, Student Foundation, Alpha Lambda Delta, Student Government Association, Resident Advisor, Westminster College Choir
Future Plans Higher Education Administration
Interesting Fact I hold my high school’s record for the most threepoint baskets made in one basketball game
Pets 1 dog: Chipper and 3 cats: Jasmyne, Lilly & Midnight
Favorite Food Squash casserole, fresh fruit & vegetables
Favorite Snack Ice cream
Hobbies Playing piano, running, playing sports, singing, reading
Westminster Thought Westminster has provided me with the same quality education that my grandfather received 70 years earlier. Because of this institution’s history and long-standing tradition, I have become a fully committed member of the Westminster community and the global community.
nico roberts '10
lee goatley '12
Biology & Spanish Springfield, Kentucky
Accounting, Management Information Systems & International Business Rustenburg, South Africa School Activities: Student Government Associaton, Skulls of Seven Student Foundation, Student Ambassadors, Choir, Student Judiciary Board, Delta Tau Delta, Delta Epsilon Xi
Future Plans: CPA and Grad School
Interesting Fact about You: I was the first person to introduce BBQ to my family
Pets A lab named Nina
Favorite Food: Steak with avocado, feta & bread (plain) (ask me for the recipe!)
Favorite Snack: Beef Jerky
Hobbies: Singing, rugby, cricket, anything in nature, and guitar
Westminster Thought: I love Westminster ; the college provided so many oppor tunities and helped me develop into the person I am today.
Get Excited. Get Together. Get Connected. Get Involved. The Blue Jay Across the USA Summer Road Trip was such a success last year that we are doing it again! But we need YOUR help to make the trip a success. Here are some ways to get involved.
Sponsor Part of our Tour It takes a lot of different efforts to make sure the Blue Jay Across the USA Summer Road Trip is fully prepared to hit the road. Take a look at the packing list and help outfit the summer tour. Your donation of any amount will help us. Here are some examples of what your financial support will purchase for us:
$5 - $50
$51 - $100
Food Gift Cards Air Fresheners Office Supplies First Aid Kit (just in case) Hand Sanitizer Atlas Sunscreen Snacks Car Games Extra Batteries
Oil Changes Blue Tooth Headset Gas, Gas, Gas Video/Photo Memor y Cards
$101+ GPS Laptops Digital Camera Video Camera
Host Us Do you have an extra bedroom, warm accommodations or extra hotel points to share? We're looking for you to help us make this trip possible. We promise to be fun, share stories and most importantly not out-stay our welcome.
Tell Us Your Story One of the most important things we hope to accomplish along the way is gathering stories stories about you our alumni, students, parents and friends of the College. We want to know what you think about Westminster College, how the College has impacted you and what Westminster means to you. Stories will be published to our road trip web site.
contact us To support the Blue Jay Across the USA Summer Road Trip contact Kris Lensmeyer or Melanie Barger in the Office of Alumni Relations at 573-592-5319 or alumni@westminster-mo.edu
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2 Dr. David Humphrey is the Community Coalition Coordinator with the Missouri Association of Community Action. In this role, Humphrey will help 19 community agencies across the state to develop and implement strategies that address issues related to poverty. He departs for this new endeavor after 30 years of service to Westminster College.
1960s Dr. Donald Weaver ’69 was appointed as Acting Surgeon General for the Office of Public Health and Science in the US Department of Health and Human Services in October 2009.
1970s Doak Jacoway ’71 was featured in the Winter 2008-2009 issue of The Magazine of Sigma Chi as a Character-In-Action for his involvement and leadership in the Denver Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Jacoway is currently President for the Denver Area Council and is also President of the investment advisory firm Jacoway Financial Corp. Jack Bangert ’73 was named the Outstanding Defense Lawyer of the Year by the Board of Directors of the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers. Bangert, with the firm of Sherman Taff Bangert Thomas & Coronado P.C., has been in practice for over 30 years and specializes in providing litigation services including mediation. Bangert was a 2009 recipient of the Alumni Achievement Award.
Curt Paddock ’73 received a Senior Local Government Executive Fellowship from Japan’s Council of Local Authorities for International Relations. Paddock traveled to Japan in October and November of 2009 to study innovative approaches to addressing environmental issues in Tokyo and Tottori Prefecture. He is the Director of Will County, IL Land Use Department and was also recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Joliet Area Historical Museum.
with the United States Army in Europe since July 2008. Steve Wallace ’78 received the 2009 Missouri Grocers Association Industry Award for outstanding achievement over his 30 year career. Wallace formerly served as the President and Chairman of the Grocers Association. He retired in December 2008 with the sale of his chain of Wallace and Owens Stores throughout Missouri and Arkansas.
Bill Freyfogle ’75 retired from his position as Financial Analyst with the Defense Contract Management Agency in February 2008. He worked for 31 years for the Department of Defense, McDonnell Douglas, and TRW Automotive in Redondo Beach, CA. He and his wife Diana relocated to Bellevue, WA. They enjoy bicycling and traveling. Bill continues to be a competitive sharpshooter and has recently taken up guitar playing.
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Glenn McCoy ’75 [1] is the Chief Financial Officer for RBC Bank in Raleigh, NC. McCoy received a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Chicago.
Jeff Winter ’82 is the Vice President of New Business Development for Correctional Medical Services in St. Louis, MO. He resides in St. Albans, MO with his wife Anita and two children.
Bruce Harris ’76 [2] was elected as President of the Missouri Independent Bankers Association. Harris is President and CEO of The Callaway Bank and serves on the Board of Directors.
David Egner ’84 [4] is the Executive Director of the New Economy
Major General Byron S. Bagby ’78 [3] was appointed Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations/Commander, Allied Joint Force CommandBrunssum, North Atlantic Treaty Organization Response Force, Germany. Bagby has held assignments
Captain Carl Althaus ’82 retired from the US Army to Jeffersonville, IN. Charles Schumacher ’82 was awarded the Fellowship in the American College of Dentists in October of 2009. Schumacher is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the Pierre Fauchard Society, and is a past President of the New Mexico Dental Association. He continues to practice in Farmington, NM.
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Initiative in Southeast Michigan. Egner is also President and CEO of the Hudson-Webber Foundation, a position he has held since 1997.
Award from the Iowa Hospital Association in October 2009. Burnside is the CEO for Wayne County Hospital in Corydon, IA.
J.T. Nangle ’85 [5]was presented the Patriot Award by the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve. Nangle was nominated for the award by Missouri National Guard Specialist Denise Fly.
Chet Lauch ’95 is an Attorney with Wright Lindsey & Jennings LLP in Little Rock, AR.
Tom Christensen ’86 received the Alumni Service Award from the Fulton College’s Board of Associates in October 2009. Scott Veitch ’86 is the President of Spirit Bank Mortgage in Tulsa, OK. Eric Meusch ’89 returned to the US after completing a position as Project Advisor with the Mekong Basin Project Office. He worked in Southern Laos developing local resource management strategies and monitoring systems. He and his family have relocated to Rolla, MO.
1990s Thom Mangan ’91 is the CEO for Corporate Synergies Group Inc. in Mt. Laurel, NJ. Jim Williams ’91 is the Director of Eye to Eye Optometry, Inc. in Mexico, MO. He earned a Master’s in Business Administration from Webster University. Lee Bradley ’93 [6] is an Investment Representative with Edward Jones. Lee and wife Stephanie (Stafford) ‘92 reside in Surprise, AZ with children Jacob, age 11, Alexis, age 9, and Isabella, age 2. Brian Burnside ’95 [7] received the Young Executive Achievement
Stephanie (Faust) Sherrill ’95 received a Master’s in Business Administration and a certificate in Information Resource Management from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. After working as a Project Manager for Perot Systems for 7 years, she is now a Food and Travel Columnist in Shanghai, China for the bilingual weekly magazine Enjoy Shanghai. Daniel Hays ’96 is the President of the International Association of Workforce Professionals. Hays is a Legislative Analyst with the US Department of Labor in Washington DC. Emily (Boling) Filmore ’98 is the author of the With My Child children’s book series. The first book in the series, It’s a Beautiful Day for Yoga, was published in 2009. Filmore resides in St. Louis with her husband Scott and daughter Sage.
2000s Scott Crosby ’01 is the President and CEO of the Associated Builders and Contractors, San Diego Chapter. Blake Heath ’04 obtained a Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2009. He joined the Law Offices of Stephen R. Bough as an Associate and will focus on plaintiff ’s personal injury and insurance litigation.
Alicia Haley ’05 is a Program Analyst with the Commission on Wartime Contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan and resides in Arlington, VA. Feleg Abraha ’06 had a modeling feature on the cover of the Londonbased ELEM magazine. Colin Kerr ’06 is the author of A Heaven-Backed Rebellion: Uncovering the Political Vision of Christian Liberals. Kerr is the Director of Christian Education at the Second Presbyterian Church in Charleston, SC. Jenna Manning ’06 is a Senior Tax Associate with Grant Thornton LLP in Oklahoma City, OK. Ashley Creek ’07 graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Master’s in Library and Information Science. She is a Reference Librarian at St. Louis University. Josh Harlow ’06 is a Senior Account Executive with Jones Public Relations in Oklahoma City, OK. Nonku Kunene ’07 is pursuing a dual Master’s in Public Health and Nutrition at St. Louis University. Zach Stubbs ’07 is a Branch Manager for Regions Bank in Columbia, MO. Theo Thompson ’07 earned a Master’s in Public Administration from Southern Illinois UniversityEdwardsville. He is pursuing a PhD in Public Affairs at Rutgers University.
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uring his senior year at Westminster, business major Rob Alexander ’06 participated in the study abroad program at the University of Winchester in England. Because of the enriching experience he had during his semester in England, Rob returned to Winchester in 2008 to pursue a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. In 2009, he was in the first graduating class from Winchester’s new MBA program. Rob was recently featured in a University of Winchester enrollment brochure for American students noting the positive impact of the study abroad program. “Not only has Winchester furthered my education in business but also broadened my cultural perspectives.” Rob Alexander is just one example of the many Westminster students whose education and future have been enhanced from the study abroad program at the University of Winchester. Westminster College has had an active study abroad program with Winchester since 2004. Today, it is the most popular study aboard program among Westminster students. “This study abroad experience allows students to not only enhance their academic experience, but also to develop their leadership skills and to experience personal growth,”
volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for St. Louis County. Andrew Chambers ’08 is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, managing his own branch in Arnold, MO. Andrew Miller ’08 is an Admitting Registrar at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Crystal City, MO. Katie Pilgram ’08 is the River’s Edge Elephant Keeper at the St. Louis Zoo. Trisha Brandt ’09 is a Child Family Development Advocate for Head Start in Fulton, MO. Brett Bronenkamp ’09 is pursuing a Master’s in Accounting at St. Louis University. Shera Daroga ’09 is a Youth Specialist II with the Missouri Division of Youth Services at the Rosa Parks Institution on the campus of William Woods University.
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says Tonya Veltrop, Director of International and Off-Campus Programs at Westminster. Even more, the program at Winchester is a popular choice for more than just Westminster students. Several Westminster faculty members have spent semesters abroad to engage in professional development experiences. Dr. Carolyn Perry, Dr. Linda Aulgur and Dr. Therese Miller are among those who have participated in the faculty abroad experience. Professor Roger Richardson, Director of International Relations (USA) at Winchester is the face of the Winchester experience. Not only does he recruit Westminster students to study abroad in England, but he serves as a friend and mentor to them during their time there. He says “The Winchester/Westminster partnership�a natural linkage if ever there was�is highly valued here and we do all that we can to make incoming students feel at home and receive an experience that they will value and build on for the rest of their lives.”
Dustin Davis ’09 is pursuing a Master’s of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production at the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University in Orange, CA. Tenzin Dulal ’09 is a Pharmacy Technician at Brown-Greim Pharmacy, Inc. in Excelsior Springs, MO. Emily Herzog ’09 is a Teller Supervisor and Customer Service Representative for Eagle Bank and Trust in Brentwood, MO. Liz Jansen ’09 is an Assistant Volleyball Coach at Westminster College. Jansen was a four-time academic all-conference pick during her career at Westminster. Jia Liu ’09 was the recipient of the 2009 Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship Award. Liu is pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering at Southern California University in Los Angeles.
Mary Beth Miller ’09 is a Community Support Specialist with Pathways Behavioral Healthcare in Columbia, MO. Kimberly Siess ’09 is a Sales & Marketing Researcher for PARS International in New York, NY. PARS International is an auxillary publishing firm that represents publications including New York Times, Newsweek, and Town and Country. Abby Stuck ’09 is employed as a Para-Professional for Early Childhood Education at the School of the Osage in Lake Ozark, MO. Holly Sullivan ’09 is the Assistant Manager of Operations at COACH Leatherwear in Rogers, AR.
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BABY
1992 Jennifer Bass [1] and husband Sean McGuire welcomed Vivian Waverly Bass McGuire on July 28, 2009. Vivian joins older sister Allison, age 3. The family resides in Columbia, MO.
1993 Sarah (Reid) Murray [2] and husband Sean welcomed Emma Claire Murray on December 19, 2008. Emma joins older brother Evan, age 2. The family resides in Kansas City, MO where Murray works on-call in the Marketing Department with Hallmark Cards. Emma is the granddaughter of Mike Reid ‘68 and the nephew of Logan ‘00 and Emily (Reid) ‘00 Stanley and Ann (Reid) Curchin ‘97.
1994 James Bercen [3] and wife Jessica welcomed Noah James Bercen in April 2009. The family resides in Austin, TX where Bercen is a stay-at-home father.
1995 John Spencer [4] and wife Rebecca announce the birth of Phineas John Spencer on November 27, 2009. Phineas joins older brother Elijah, age 6. The family resides in St. Joseph, MO where Spencer is an Attorney.
1996 Kristen (Woodall) Howell [5] and husband Kevin announce the birth of Karoline Delaney Howell on July 6, 2009. Karoline joins older brother Kyan. The family resides in Jenks, OK where Woodall is Vice President of Compensation with the Bank of Oklahoma.
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Todd Meierhoffer [6] and wife Michelle welcomed Walter “Tripp” Meierhoffer III on December 16, 2009. The family resides in St. Joseph, MO where Todd is Vice President of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Anne (Reid) Curchin [7] and husband Alex announce the birth of Louisa Cassity Curchin on June 25, 2009. Louisa is the granddaughter of Mike Reid ‘68 and the niece of Sarah (Reid) Murray ‘93, Louise (Curchin) ‘93 and Eric ‘93 Secker, and Emily (Reid) ‘00 and Logan ‘00 Stanley. The family resides in Columbia, MO. Anne is the Deputy General Counsel for the Missouri Hospital Association in Jefferson City, MO.
1997 Chris Kespohl [8] and wife Jessica welcomed Nickolaus Dean Kespohl on February 21, 2009. Nickolaus joins siblings Jackson, age 6, and Josephine, age 3. The family resides in Columbia, MO where Kespohl is an Attorney. Jason Nadler [9] and wife Kera announce the birth of twins Hayden Grace and Ethan Christopher Nadler on October 18, 2009. The family resides in Seattle, WA where Nadler is the Vice President of Leveraged Finance with US Bank.
1998 Brian Morgan and wife Kathryn announce the birth of Evan Joseph Morgan on October 2, 2009. The family resides in Seattle, WA where Morgan is an Architect.
1999 Julie (Cottingham) Metheny [10] and husband Bryance welcomed Eva Leigh Metheny on November 24, 2009. Eva joins
older sisters Jordan and Jewell. The family resides in Birmingham, AL where Metheny is an In-House Attorney with Regions Financial Corporation. Spencer Lomax [11] and wife Jana welcomed Townes Ronan Lomax on October 23, 2009. The family resides in Denver, CO where Lomax is the Chief Culinary Conductor and Purchasing Officer at Snooze Eatery.
2000 Emily (Reid) and Logan Stanley [12] welcomed Reid Elizabeth Stanley on June 23, 2009. Reid is the granddaughter of Mike Reid ‘68 and Dan Stanley ‘67, and is the niece of Anne (Reid) Curchin ‘97 and Sarah (Reid) Murray ‘93. The family resides in Joplin, MO where Emily is the Corporate Communications Coordinator with Empire District Electric Company and Logan is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.
2001 Olivia (Hale) Byram [13] and husband John welcomed Charlotte Ann Byram on October 2, 2009. The family resides in Leawood, KS where Byram is a SpeechLanguage Pathologist with Olathe Medical Center and Mid-America Rehabilitation Hospital. Alanna (Neff) and Daniel Goodman [14] announce the birth of Rhys Curcio Goodman on August 29, 2009. The family resides in Santa Fe, NM where Alanna is the Charity Investigator for the Attorney General of New Mexico and Daniel is employed with the New Mexico Museum of Art.
2002 Josh Hanley [15]and wife Molly welcomed Riley Patrick Hanley in September 2009.
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The family resides in Mexico, MO where Hanely is a Commercial Loan Officer with Commerce Bank.
2003 Kelly (Beahon) Keller and husband Kris welcomed Brooklyn Kay Keller on August 12, 2009. The family resides in Columbia, MO. Amanda Signaigo and Matthew Owens ’04 [16] welcomed Ryan Matthew Owens on July 2, 2009. The family resides in Columbia, MO where Signaigo is the
Owner and Chiropractor of Tiger Family Chiropractic and Wellness Center.
2004 Ashley (Driggers) Starritt [17] and husband James welcomed Charlotte Elizabeth Starritt on August 27, 2009. The family resides in Kansas City, MO where Starritt is a Registered Nurse with Research Medical Center.
September 24, 2009. Madison joins older sister Jillian. The family resides in Hattiesburg, MS where Josh is a Regional Manager for Spartan Chemical Company and Jessica is a stay at home mom.
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Jennifer Bass [1] married Sean McGuire on June 29, 2008 in Dillard, GA. The couple lives in Columbia, MO with daughters Allison, age 3, and Vivian, age 7 months. Bass is the Executive Director of the Joint Committee on Public Employee Retirement in Jefferson City, MO.
Jason Gatz [5] married Jaclyn Neylon at the Church of St. Mary, Aldermanbury on November 7, 2009. The wedding party included Jon Gatz ’04, Casey Moore ’04, Garrett Daniel ’04 and Drew Veitch ’05. The couple resides in Columbia, MO where Gatz is a Project Manager with Thomas P. Miller and Associates.
1994 Abby Jacob [2] married Tom Harrison in Dallas, TX on November 22, 2008. The wedding party included Gretchen Kinder ‘94. The couple resides in Lewisville, TX where Jacob is a Librarian at Creekview High School in Carrollton, TX. Kyle Morrison [3] married Andria Ford on July 4, 2009 in Albuquerque, NM. Jason Kohl ’95 was in attendance. The couple resides in St. Charles, MO where Morrison is a Financial Applications Team Leader with Thompson Reuters.
1997 Robin Cope [4] married Alex Coleman on June 8, 2009 in Wolcott, CO. The couple resides in Edwards, CO were Cope is the General Manager with Beaver Creek Group Sales & Service.
Steve Glassner married Emily Henry ’07 [6] on July 25, 2009 at the Church of St. Mary, Aldermanbury. The wedding party included Peter Beard ’04, Caleb Klapp ’07, Holden McHaney ’05, Peter Rager ’05, Trisha Peplinski Harvey ’06, Alex Davies ’07 and Samantha Mathieson ’09. The couple resides in Shawnee, KS. Seth Womack [7] married Alyssa Curtis on January 3, 2009 in Fountain Hills, AZ. Westminster alumni in attendance included Rick Griffin ’05 and Val Leppert ‘05. The couple resides in Guymon, OK. Womack is the Offensive Coordinator at Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Goodwell, OK.
2006 Ashley Crow married Garret Daniel ’04 [8] on October 24, 2009 in Louisiana, MO. The wedding party included maid of honor
Liza Moler ’06, best man Isaac Daniel ’00, and attendants Stephanie Couch ’06, Kate Stevens ’06, Amber McMillen ’05, Jason Gatz ’05, Casey Moore ’04 and Trent Miller ’04. The couple resides in Nashville, TN where Ashley is a Leadership Development Specialist for the Metro Nashville Police Department and Garret is an Operations Manager for Nissan Automotive. Jessica Sanders [9] married Leroy Harris on May 23, 2009 in Little Rock, AR. The wedding party included Tamara Caston ’06, Jennifer Sanders ’08 and Jacque Sanders ’11. The couple resides in Little Rock, AR where Sanders is a Pre-Kindergarten teacher in the Little Rock School District and is pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock.
2008 Ciera Saxe married Mike Harris [10] on the Pensacola Beach on November 14, 2009. The couple resides in Pensacola, FL where Ciera is an Account Specialist with the Navy Federal Credit Union and Mike is a member of the United States Navy.
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hey were our classmates, our friends, brothers and sisters. Together we remember those who shared their lives with us and left behind hearts full of precious memories. Helen Danuser of Columbia, MO on October 10, 2009. Helen was the daughter of former Westminster College Professor Otis Weigle, for which Weigle Hall is named. She graduated from William Woods University and remained active in the Fulton community all her life. She was a member of the Board of Associates for Fulton Colleges and was selected as a Churchill Fellow for her contributions to the Winston Churchill Memorial and Library. Randy D. Hendrix of Fulton, MO on November 6, 2009. Hendrix enjoyed a career at Westminster that spanned 25 years. He began as a Part Time Assistant in the Winston Churchill Memorial and Library. In 1996 he transitioned to the role of Director of Mail and Printing Services and six years later became the Director of the Bookstore and Mail and Printing Services. He was affectionately known by all as “The Bookstore Guy.” Robert A. Smith, Sr. of St. Louis, MO on November 9, 2009. Smith was a Fellow at the Winston Churchill Memorial and Library. John A. Ramsden of London, England on October 16, 2009. Ramsden was Professor Emeritus at Queen Mary University of London and had the opportunity to serve Westminster as a Robertson-Fulbright Chair Professor. He received an Honorary Degree in 2005 and was also a contributor to the Winston Churchill Memorial and Library. Joseph C. Acuff ’32 of Springfield, MO on September 24, 2009. Acuff was a member of Phi Delta Theta and played varsity basketball. He was the General Credit Manager for Butler Manufacturing Company for 31 years in Kansas City, MO. After retiring, Acuff was the Flotilla Commander of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Family members who also attended Westminster include brother Robert Acuff ’32 and son Joseph Acuff ’59. Dr. John M. Pickett ’39 of Joplin, MO on September 12, 2009. Pickett was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He earned a
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Medical Degree at Vanderbilt Medical School. Pickett was a Captain in the Army Medical Corps and served a tour of duty in Japan. He had a pediatric practice in Amarillo, TX for 45 years. Pickett served as President for the Texas State Pediatric Society and the PotterRandall County Medical Society. He was also Chief of Staff of Northwest Texas Hospital prior to his retirement. Dr. Reinaldo Ferrer ’41 of New York, NY on August 27, 2009. Ferrar was a member of the Highlanders. He received a Master’s in Public Health from Columbia University and a Medical Degree from St. Louis School of Medicine. In the 1950s, he held hospital and university positions in Puerto Rico, where he was also Deputy Secretary of Health. Ferrar was appointed by the Mayor of New York City as the Commissioner of the Department of Health in 1978, a position he held until he retired in 1981. Dr. John R. Smithson, Sr. ’42 of Dewey, OK on September 8, 2009. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. Smithson served as a Navigator and Pilot during WWII prior to attending the University of Oklahoma School of Pharmacy. Smithson later earned a Medical Degree and established a practice in the Dewey community where he practiced for over 50 years. He also served as the Mayor of Dewey for 19 years. Dr. Harold Lankford ’47 of Mexico, MO on August 24, 2009. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta and earned a Medical Degree at St. Louis University. After serving at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD, Lankford was commissioned into the Air Force as a Lieutenant. Following his military service he led a general medicine family practice in Mexico, MO for 33 years. After retiring from his family practice he became Director of the Breast Cancer Detection Project of the National Cancer Institute at Ellis Fischel for 7 years. Lankford served two terms as Chairman of the Board and two terms as Chief of Staff for Audrain Medical Center. Family members who also attended Westminster include son Tom Lankford ’81, granddaughter Jessica (Lankford) Moore ’07, and grandson Phillip Lankford ’10.
Carl Trauernicht Jr. ’47 of St. Louis, MO on November 1, 2009. Trauernicht was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. As a junior at Westminster, he was drafted to the US Army and served as a Second Lieutenant and B-17 Co-Pilot during WWII. After his service, Trauernicht returned to Westminster before attending St. Louis University School of Law. He practiced Municipal Finance Law in his father’s firm Charles and Trauernicht. He was a member of Westminster’s Board of Trustees and served a term as President of the Alumni Association. Elmer A. Taylor ’48 of Poway, CA on June 28, 2009. Taylor was a member of the Highlanders. Paul E. Raidt ’50 of Beaufort, SC on August 19, 2009. Raidt was a member of Kappa Alpha Order and served his fraternity as Chapter President. For over twenty years, Raidt was a Parts Manager at a Ford dealership in St. Louis, MO. He later retired with his family to South Carolina. Robert V. Berger ’51 of Athens, TX on October 3, 2009. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. Berger served in the Army and was employed by the Kendall Company until the time of his retirement. Dr. James Edward Taft ’52 of Mexico, MO on September 7, 2009. Taft served in the Medical Corps of the US Army for 2 years prior to attending Westminster. He attended the UM Health Science School in Kansas City and had a medical practice in Mexico, MO for 30 years. He specialized in general surgery and proctology and was a member of the American Osteopathic College of Surgeons and the American Osteopathic College of Proctology. Taft helped establish the St. Mary Magdalen Church in Mexico, MO. His brother William H. Taft ’37 is also an alumnus of Westminster. Fred L. Winkelmeyer ’61 of Kansas City, MO on September 5, 2009. Winkelmeyer was a member of Beta Theta Pi and the ROTC program. He served in the US Army as a member of Special Forces and served one tour in Vietnam. He worked in Kansas
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City with Marion Labs (Marion Merrill Dow) for 23 years prior to his retirement. John “Jack” F. Julier ’62 of Manchester, MO on August 13, 2009. Julier was a member of Phi Delta Theta. Lloyd W. Fugate ’63 of Punta, Gorda, FL on October 21, 2009. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. Fugate served in the US Army and retired from service as a Lieutenant Colonel. He worked for 30 years in the marketing and sales industry in San Jose, CA and later operated the consulting agency, Fugate & Associates. John M. Moore ’63 of Memphis, TN on May 17, 2009. Moore was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. William E. Bice Jr. ’66 of Springfield, MO on January 2, 2009. Bice was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. He served as an Officer in the US Army and earned a bronze star for his service in Vietnam. He had a career in the insurance business and retired to work at Wyndham Resorts in Branson, MO. The Honorable Ray L. Jones ’66 of Cordell, OK on October 25, 2009. Jones was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He attended Oklahoma University College of Law and served as Assistant District Attorney in Frederick and Altus, OK. From 1974 to 1988 he partnered with his father in private law practice. Jones later served as District Judge in the Third Judicial District
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of Oklahoma. The last 14 years of his career were spent representing neglected and deprived children in Canadian County, OK. James L. Beane ’68 of San Francisco, CA on June 14, 2009. Beane was a member of Sigma Chi. Walter N. Freeman ’68 of San Diego, CA on November 9, 2009. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta. Freeman was an Electrical and Instrument Technician in the US Air Force. He worked as a Mechanical Designer for San Diego technology companies including General Electric, Quantum Magnetics, Conductus, and General Atomic. Harold T. Garvin ’68 of Duncan, OK on November 9, 2009. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. Garvin served in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a 2nd Lieutenant. He later received a Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University School of Law and maintained a private practice where he specialized in gas and energy law in Oklahoma City. Garvin also served as an Associate Professor of Law at the Unviersity of Texas. Robert H. Buckner ’69 of Kansas City, MO on July 22, 2009. Buckner was a fourth generation member of Beta Theta Pi. He had a 40 year career with Country Club Bank, serving as Co-Owner and Bank President for 25 years. In 2006, Buckner received the Alumni Award of Merit for his outstanding leadership on the Board
Upcoming Dates At a Glance April 9 & 23 Junior Day
April 21 IBM Lecture by Walter Hester ’77
April 14 Undergraduate Scholars Forum
April 23-25 Alumni Weekend
April 14 Spring Music Concert
May 8 Graduation
April 18 Kemper Lecture by Carlo D’Este
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of Trustees and his support of the Kansas City alumni group. The Buckner family, including father Dr. Robert Buckner ’37, son Brad Buckner ’96 and nephew Robert Houston ’95 were recognized in 2002 as the Westminster College Family of the Year for their continuous support. Gregory G. Glover ’75 of St. Louis, MO on August 14, 2009. Glover had a 30 year career with Park-Mark, Inc. and also worked for 20 years at H&R Block as a Tax Agent. Dr. Daniel A. Wright ’75 of Hermann, MO on June 26, 2009. Wright attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City Dental School and maintained a dental practice in Hermann, MO for 17 years. Family members who also attended Westminster include brothers Matt Wright ’71 and Tim Wright ’73 and nephew Mark Wright ’12. Lawrence W. White ’76 of Rolla, MO on August 20, 2009. White was a member of Phi Kappa Psi. He worked as a Computer Programmer Analyst for nearly 30 years at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Missouri-Rolla. Russell E. Dillon ’83 of Colorado Springs, CO on November 8, 2009. Dillon was a member of Phi Gamma Delta. He received a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Colorado and was employed in the Accounting Division of Target.
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On the Air… This year 30 students have created a Westminster window to the world with the new radio station – GLOBE.FM (future media). The Fulton Underground, On the Ball, Musicality, Sonic Euphoria, The VIP PreParty and WestMO Variety Show are just a few of the recent shows. GLOBE.FM is the newest source of information from informal student talk shows to updates and broadcasts of campus events to pre-party music shows to analyzing the latest global issues. Access the web based station at http://globefm.westminster-mo.edu.
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