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Meet President LIVE UPSTAIRS, Marc Johnson LEARN DOWNSTAIRS The Nevada Living GREAT FACULTY: Learning Community INSPIRING STUDENTS

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www.unr.edu/silverandblue 4 14 22 Copyright ©2012, by the University of Nevada, Reno. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without Live upstairs, What I’ve Learned: Student success in written permission is prohibited. Nevada Silver & Blue (USPS# learn downstairs: Riley Beckett ’68 competitions shows 024-722), Summer 2012, Volume 29, Number 4, is published The Nevada Living entrepreneurship quarterly (fall, winter, spring, summer) by the University of Nevada, Reno, Development and Alumni Relations, Morrill Learning Community focus on campus Hall, 1664 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89503-2007. Periodicals postage paid at Reno, NV and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Nevada Silver & Blue, University of Nevada, Reno Foundation/MS 0162, Reno, NV Departments 89557-0162. Contact us by telephone: address changes (775) 42 – Gatherings: 2012 Spring 682-6541, editor (775) 682-6022; fax: (775) 784-1394; or Feature – Meet President Marc Johnson: 1 Commencement, Herz Gold Medalist email: [email protected]. The University’s 16th chief executive Contact us by mail, phone or fax: 43 – Gatherings: Alumni Graduation Morrill Hall/0007 6 Gatherings – The Nevada Living Celebration, Golden Reunion, University of Nevada, Reno Learning Community Grand Opening Distinguished Nevadan Reno, Nevada 89557-0007 Feature – Great faculty: Leading Nevada 44 – Gatherings: Student address changes/obituaries: (775) 682-6541 8 Recruitment Events fax: (775) 784-1394 12 Feature – Faculty Awards 45 – Family Tree Challenge Class Notes submissions: [email protected] and Accomplishments Address changes/obituaries: [email protected] 46 – Remembering Friends Good Medicine – New Internal Find us on Facebook: “Nevada Silver & Blue” 16 What I’ve Done With My Life Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/silverandblue Medicine chair to help clinicians balance 48 – Gene McClelland ’71 teaching, research and patient care Fostering Nevada’s Future – Hopping University for You – Master gardeners 49 Executive Editor John K. Carothers 18 Endowed Professorship bring University knowledge to Senior Editor Melanie Peck ’06M.A. Nevada’s growers statewide Art Director Patrick McFarland ’97 20 On Philanthropy – Griffin/Santini Associate Editors Amy Carothers ‘01M.A., Juliane endowment honors Nevada legends About the cover Di Meo, Roseann Keegan, Jamie Kingham ’93 took this photo of President Marc Johnson Christy Jerz ’97, Anne McMillin, 22 University News – Student in the foyer of The Nevada Living Learning Community, which Rhonda Lundin, Jim Sloan, Jane Tors ’82, John Trent ’85/’87, success in competitions shows held its grand opening May 31. ’00M.A., Keiko Weil ’87 entrepreneurship focus on campus Staff Photographer Theresa Danna-Douglas 27 Book Shelf – Memoirs provide a glimpse Photographers Amy Beck ’09, John Byrne, into the past and a path to healing Only Online Jeff Dow, Jamie Kingham ’93, Edgar Antonio Núñez, Dave 28 Pack Tracks – Roy, Darby win Doc Visit our website for photo galleries, full versions of the Smith, Mike Wolterbeek ’02 Martie and Ruth Russell awards printed stories, plus video and audio clips. You can also access Website Patrick McFarland ’97 Nevada Silver & Blue archives. In this issue: 31 HOME MEANS NEVADA Gatherings – For more photos from all of our events. 32 – Alumni President’s Letter What I’ve Learned – For the full-length interview with 32 – Class Chat Riley Beckett ’68. Summer 2012 • 34 – Senior Scholars University News – For University of Nevada, Reno summer 35 – Kickin’ it with K-von | Companion Pass school diaries from 1912 - 1914. 37 – Emeriti Notes Remembering Friends – For the full obituaries. Marc Johnson • President 40 – Chapter Updates Heather Hardy • Provost John K. Carothers • VP, Development and Alumni Relations LOOK ONLINE: When you see this LOOK ONLINE notice in the print magazine, it means there’s related bonus material at NEVADA SILVER & BLUE Bruce Mack • Assoc. VP, Development and Alumni Relations the website, so check it out: www.unr.edu/silverandblue 2 University President Marc Johnson visits with Nevada students in the lobby of The Nevada Living Learning Community, the newest residence hall on campus. Meet President Marc Johnson The University’s 16th chief executive has shown strong shoulders throughout his life, particularly during his time at the University By John Trent ’85/’87, ’00M.A. Photos by Jamie Kingham ’93.

arc Johnson learned responsibility early Then Johnson, who was appointed the 16th of National Merit Scholars on campus; in life. president of the University of Nevada, Reno record faculty productivity levels, and being M Growing up on a farm/orchard south in April, paused. His experience as a young classified among the nation’s top 100 public of Wichita, Kan., Johnson and his brother, man, when his parents, Leo and Mary, had universities as a “Tier I” institution by U.S. Scott, were in charge of operations related to given both their sons “an evolving amount of News & World Report. the family’s business. Operations included responsibility through time,” as Johnson put it, At a time when the wheels could have easily growing everything from wheat, sorghum had certainly helped prepare him for much of come off the 138-year-old institution, Johnson and soybeans, peaches, pears, cherries, what was to come. provided continuity and stability. apples, strawberries, sometimes sweet corn In April 2011, Johnson, executive vice presi- “Marc Johnson has always kept the Univer- and tomatoes, as well as selling local produce dent and provost of the University since 2008, sity’s fundamental priorities at the forefront of

from neighboring farms at the Johnson family received the worst possible news: Milton Glick, everything he has done,” said English profes- & BLUE SILVER NEVADA country store. the University’s 15th president, had died of a sor Stacy Burton. “My regard for him only Scott disliked working outside. Marc, who massive stroke. increased in the year he was interim president. has since gone on to become an avid hiker, For the next year, as interim president, He hasn’t simply kept the ship afloat. Far from always enjoyed working outdoors. Johnson calmly and effectively led the it. He has kept the University moving forward.” “So we split duties,” Marc Johnson recalled. University through a final series of budget Nevada System of Higher Education Regent He chuckled lightly at the memory. “My reductions. Yet, even with the reductions, Rick Trachok ’74 (plant science), a prominent • brother took care of the air-conditioned coun- the University, amazingly, was continuing to local attorney, said Johnson has given the 2012 Summer try store, and I did most of the outside work, excel at record levels. Milestones included: community an opportunity to “see how he managing hoeing crews and picking crews. record enrollment of 18,004 students in fall performs, in good times and in bad. Don’t “We both liked it that way.” 2011; record graduation rates; record number ever underestimate the value of that. He is 1 LEFT: President Marc Johnson congratulates 2012 Herz Medalist Mathew Neben ’12 during Spring Commencement 2012 on May 19. This spring, the University conferred 2,215 degrees and certificates, representing the largest number of graduation applicants in the University’s history. RIGHT: President Johnson addresses the audience gathered for the May 31 grand opening ceremony of The Nevada Living Learning Community.

somebody who has a vision, somebody who is a now are working on restoring some of what as well as to the Church Fine Arts Building. constant presence in the community, someone we have lost out of our research infrastructure In the longer term, we really need to work on who took a traumatized institution and kept it so that we can help faculty be more successful a new building for engineering and sciences. moving on its upward trajectory.” in competitive research. Also, we are looking Engineering has some of the oldest facilities of And to think that the personal strengths of at a new opportunity of keeping our tuition any college on campus. accountability and responsibility were sown and fees on campus, which will assure further “The medical school is being transformed early, on the family farm in Kansas. growth potential. in two dimensions, as well. One is to become “My father and mother were very good at a truly balanced, statewide medical school in teaching me by experience,” Johnson, 64, said terms of functional and geographic dimen- with a smile. “As long as I was doing well, they “The people at our sions. The second is to develop a robust always gave me lots of latitude to learn how to clinical research mission to take discovery to do things. That’s been very important. It gave treatment.” me a very strong work ethic, and it gave me University have been confidence in my own abilities.” amazingly resilient through The University’s philosophy regard- As Johnson begins his first full academic ing economic development: “Economic year in August as the University’s permanent development is based on building a base indus- president, he has both short-term plans and a tough times. We’ve really try—which means that you have an industry long-term vision for the campus. He is quick to that is bringing in money from outside this point out that the work won’t be easy; however, relied on everybody doing at economy, and you swirl this money around, his confidence in the University’s students, staff inside your local economy. The University does and faculty has never been higher. least their job, if not more. that all the time. Our 18,000 students are living “The people at our University have been here, they’re studying here, and after about four amazingly resilient through tough times,” he They’ve all pitched in.” years, they make themselves available on the said. “We’ve really relied on everybody doing at job market. So now we have just converted a least their job, if not more. They’ve all pitched –President Marc Johnson number of people into highly professionally- in. That’s one of the really remarkable things educated people, right here in Reno, and they about our University.” are ready for any of our businesses or nonprofit In a wide-ranging interview with Nevada “Further, we’re developing a new enrollment organizations to hire. Last year we brought in Silver & Blue, Johnson articulated his expecta- management strategy so that we can pur- $81 million of competitive grants—most of it tions and hopes for the University: posely grow our student body, especially among from federal sources, most of it taxpayer money students who will have a high probability of that comes from resources from all over the Short-term and long-term plans: “I graduating. In this way, we’ll grow, make more United States—and we’re bringing it here to think one of our first responsibilities is to build revenue, and add back more faculty and staff Reno, much of it creating professional jobs.

Summer 2012 in our faculty and staff the confidence that our positions and still increase our graduation rates. • “We also reach out and participate with finances and opportunities have stabilized and “We’re also reviewing priority facility plans. industry and local community leaders in mak- turned the corner. The 8 percent registration A couple of projects we have in mind are to ing the community attractive to bring in other fee increase for next year allowed us to identify build a student achievement center so that we businesses. I carry around a business card with 15 new faculty positions to start growing can pull all of our services for the students two phone numbers: one to the Technology our faculty back, and it sends a very strong together, to help them graduate. We are looking Transfer Office and one to the Small Business message that we are building again. We also at some enhancements to athletic facilities, Development Center. I carry these so that any- NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 2 Photo by Jeff Dow The file on Marc Johnson Family: Wife, Karen Penner-Johnson; son, Joseph; step-daughters, Allison Penner Disbrow, Ashley Penner Coberly; granddaughter, Brooklyn Disbrow; President Johnson with members of the University’s Concrete Canoe Team during the 25th Annual brother, Scott (retired public school teacher). ASCE National Concrete Canoe Competition hosted by the University of Nevada, Reno June 14-16. Nevada’s team finished fourth in the competition, which included 22 schools and 400 participants. Parents: The late Leo J. Johnson and Mary Elizabeth Johnson, 88, of Manhattan, Kan. one bringing a business to town can gain access Most pleasant surprise since coming Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology from and contact the University, and find technical Emporia State University in Kansas, which named and business services right here. That’s one way to Reno in 2008: “Regarding the University, him a Distinguished Alumnus in 1994. Advanced we interact with the community to help bring I think maybe my greatest surprise here oc- degrees include a master of technology in businesses here. The University also makes curred as I was reading promotion and tenure documents as provost. It became obvious to international development from North Carolina State the community a great place to live with arts, University, a master of economics from Michigan sports and speaker events.” me, pretty quickly, what a super quality faculty we have here. We have a nationally well-recog- State University and a doctorate of agricultural nized faculty. Talented people have come to our Capital campaign goals: “Some of the economics from Michigan State University. university and they’ve stayed, and they’ve done planning has already started. We’re preparing a Johnson’s research and teaching have been based outstanding, nationally recognized work. So request for proposal for a campaign consultant. in economics, with an emphasis on national and it becomes real easy to sell this place as a great We will need more staffing. We have started international food distribution systems. place to come to school, because we can tell our some of the nuts and bolts elements, and now students that they will interact and be taught by Professional career: Prior to joining the University we’ll really engage the faculty in the fall to work great faculty.” through some of the fine-tuning of strategic as executive vice president and provost in 2008, plans and turn those plans into gifting goals.” Johnson was dean of the College of Agricultural Membership in the Mountain West Sciences at Colorado State University. He joined CSU The search for a new executive vice Conference: “Our athletic director and our in 2003 as vice provost for agriculture and outreach coaches have been very good in paying atten- president and provost: “I was given some and dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences, tion to the welfare of our student-athletes and real opportunities by Milt Glick to work and also served as interim director of Colorado the academic performance of our student- alongside him, not only to handle budget issues athletes, and that is shown by the fact that we Cooperative Extension and interim state forester of on the campus, and to manage the internal have one of the higher graduation rates for Colorado State Forest Service. From 1992 to 2003, workings of the campus operation, but he also student-athletes in the country. The institutions Johnson was dean of the Kansas State University involved me with some of our donors and I got in the Mountain West are very like-minded in College of Agriculture and director of the Kansas to know them pretty well. He prepared me well this way, which is a good thing. to step into the president’s role in a way that Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative “Moving to the Mountain is going to be I could carry on in a very consistent fashion Extension Service. Prior to that, he was a member of quite challenging. Their coaches’ salaries are with what he was doing before. This is a feature the faculty at Oklahoma State University and served significantly more than our I have asked our search firm to add to the job coaches’ salaries. The support in faculty and administrative roles at North Carolina description. I think whoever’s in the provost for scholarships is higher LOOK ONLINE State University. role will have to be able to do that role and work than for our student-athletes. For the extended pretty closely with me. Both minds should Away from the job you might find Johnson … We will have to rise to that interview visit: be working on strategic developments for the hiking: “My wife, Karen, and I have hiked just a bit challenge, do things like build www.unr.edu/ organization. silverandblue more than half of the Tahoe Rim Trail,” Johnson said. nicer athletic facilities—not “But other than that piece, a provost has to Taj Mahals, but nice facili- “It’s wonderful to be outdoors, getting exercise, and have very, very high academic standards so that ties—and build our scholarships and build our this area is just beautiful, so you can’t go out around we’re always pressing the campus for quality salaries for coaches. If we do those things, we here without seeing beautiful countryside. It’s a great teaching, quality research, quality outreach to will be successful.” N the community.” time for my wife and me to be out and have a nice chat, and get some good exercise at the same time.” LIVE UPSTAIRS, LEARN DOWNSTAIRS: The Nevada Living Learning Community is the next generation of student-centered education ina Tempel can still remember her resi- ence and director of the University’s Women The $35 million Nevada Living Learning dence hall as an undergraduate student in Science and Engineering (WISE) program, Community, at approximately 124,000 square Gat Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., whose first-year students will comprise one feet, has 320 dorm rooms, four classrooms in the 1970s. of nine academic “learning communities” and 12 faculty offices. The nine living learn- The building was new. It was considered housed in the new building, said the Univer- ing communities in the building include state-of-the-art. The students loved living in it. sity is redefining the notion of “new” and what journalism, business, education, pre-nursing, Yet, in hindsight, it was nothing like The it will mean to students. engineering, first-year, art, honors and WISE. Nevada Living Learning Community, the Uni- “I remember what I had in college, and it Living group sizes will range from 18 to 64 versity’s newest residence hall, which will open was nothing like the Living Learning Commu- students, and each floor of the building will its doors to new students in August. nity,” Tempel said with a gentle chuckle. “I was have up to four living groups. Faculty offices The Nevada Living Learning Community, living in a brand new, state-of-the-art dorm, and classroom space on the first floor will give Summer 2012

• as the name implies, will bring together, under and it wouldn’t even begin to compare to what students frequent contact with faculty, advis- one roof, students, living space, classrooms, we have now. ing and the University’s academic offerings. faculty offices, counseling and advising capa- New students arriving on campus in “They’ve put a lot of thought into how bilities, as well social and community engage- August will live upstairs and learn downstairs students will interact in the building,” said ment opportunities. in a building created for a new generation of Tempel, who toured the Living Learning Com- Tempel, associate dean in the College of Sci- learners. munity in late May. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 4 Photos by Jamie Kingham Jamie by Photos

OPPOSITE: Gina Tempel, director of the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) program, works with students in one of the classrooms of The Nevada Living Learning Community. ABOVE: Students gather in the Living Learning Community, the newest residence hall on the Nevada campus. The University now offers nine living learning communities, which will all be represented in the new hall, including journalism, business, WISE, education, pre-nursing, engineering, first-year students, art and honors.

“I like the classrooms, and the fact that there ered” approach to the student experience. experience, both academically and socially.” will be faculty offices,” she added. “It looks like “We’ve taken a great deal of pride in making Tempel said she is already planning ways a really positive way to interact with students.” this a student-friendly, student-centered cam- to make further use of the building for future For a program like WISE, which brings to- pus,” Johnson said. “With the opening of The recruiting efforts. gether female students majoring in the sciences, Nevada Living Learning Community, every She has reserved one of the larger class- mathematics and engineering, the Nevada Liv- rooms for the spring semester, when every ing Learning Community has become a promi- Friday at 4 p.m., WISE invites a successful nent selling point for prospective students, female professional from Tempel said. WISE began in 2007 and will “I remember what I had the community to share include 38 students for the 2012-2013 academic her experiences in the LOOK ONLINE year. A record 91 applicants were received for in college, and it was working world with the For more information the fall 2012 WISE class, Tempel added. program’s participants. and photos about the Tempel envisions The Nevada Living nothing like the Living Tempel plans on inviting center, visit: www.unr. Learning Center becoming a “hub” for WISE’s high school students to at- edu/silverandblue offerings. tend some of the seminars. “Students love new things, and this is a nice, Learning Community.” “It will be large enough to not only fit our brand spanking new building,” Tempel said. –Gina Tempel, director of WISE WISE students, but additionally any high & BLUE SILVER NEVADA “The students have reacted very positively … school students who are interested in the pro- it’s a selling point for us.” gram,” she said. “Again, it’s a way of using the University President Marc Johnson agreed, building to help make our prospective students noting that The Nevada Living Learning Com- aspect of a meaningful and memorable student aware of all the great things our University has munity’s opening, coupled with completion experience has been covered in some way. to offer. Students have sisters and brothers, and of the Joe Crowley Student Union and the “It’s a truly remarkable building,” Johnson the good word always spreads.” N • Summer 2012 Summer Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center in recent added. “It’s going to change how our students in- —John Trent ’85/’87, ’00M.A. years, gives the University an “all bases cov- teract, and it will certainly enhance their overall

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Summer 2012 enriching and memorable educational experience. living with experiential connections to the • Jeff Thompson; College of Agriculture, Biotechnology The event began with a program where attendees University’s curriculum and social fabric. This new and Natural Resources Dean Ron Pardini; assistant vice were surprised by a dynamic flash mob residence hall will house 320 freshmen, who will president of Constituent Relations Patricia Richard ’89, performance. The celebration continued inside the be divided among the nine living-learning ’92M.A.; cheerleader Karina Nelson; vice president of new facility with tours showcasing classrooms, communities: arts, business, education, Student Services Shannon Ellis; cheerleader Katherine dorm rooms and multipurpose areas to allow engineering, honors, journalism, pre-nursing, NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 6 (4) (5)

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Crowe; marching band director William Plenk; (4) Student volunteers Haley Dressel, Theo Meek, Sarah (8) Vice president of Development and Alumni Relations cheerleader Rodel Maulit ‘11; Reynolds School of Haeberlin, Matt Rodman, Rebecca Zug and Emma John Carothers. Journalism Dean Alan Stavitsky; and cheerleader Crossman. (9) Band members Anthony Landers, Kevin Conlin, Jason Martika Tillman. & BLUE SILVER NEVADA (5) Cheerleaders Katherine Crowe, Martika Tillman and Joyner, Edson Almachar, Peter (2) Vice president of Student Services Shannon Ellis. Karina Nelson. Branch and Jesse Kilburn. (3) Nevada System of Higher Education Regent Jack (6) President Marc Johnson addresses the crowd. (10) Vice president of LOOK ONLINE Schofield ‘67M.Ed., chief of staff to the Board of Regents For more photos of (7) Chief of staff to the Board of Regents Scott Administration and Finance all of our Gatherings Scott Wasserman, Regent Kevin Melcher ‘79, ‘81M.A. and Wasserman, Regent Richard Trachok ‘74, President Marc Ronald Zurek and his wife, visit: www.unr.edu/

Regent Cedric Crear. Seated behind them is CABNR Dean • Johnson, Regent Jack Schofield ‘67M.Ed. and Regent JoAnn Zurek, with Chancellor silverandblue 2012 Summer Ron Pardini and his wife, Lani Pardini. Cedric Crear. Daniel Klaich ‘72.

7 8 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE • Summer 2012 vancement and expansion of the University’s University’s of the expansion and vancement ad the role in amajor had has Gordaninejad Regents’ Researcher Award Faramarz Gordaninejad education. Reno Nevada, of University a of hallmark the is that excellence academic to acommitment share awardof winners year’sslate year. This each honors prestigious present organizations and national and local University, the Regents, of Board the faculty, same. the do to them around those encourage and paths new blaze who world—scholars the in difference positive a make to strive who ideals strong with leaders attracts Nevada discoveries. tomorrow’s for room making today, possible is what beyond look eagerly staff and faculty students, where classroom. the into discovery of excitement the bring who ers research noted are they educators, complished F performance unprecedented of era an through Nevada Leading faculty: Great Faramarz Gordaninejad For the past 28 years at Nevada, Faramarz Faramarz at Nevada, years 28 past For the Nevada’s top To acknowledge and honor place be a to continues The University Researchac only not are They experience. Nevada the of architects the been have faculty University’s the acentury, than more or - - - lectured throughout the world, most recently recently most world, the throughout lectured He has war. Iraq the from casualties civilian to dedicated proposals and projects memorial of exhibition physical and online an project, abroad. and States United the throughout shown have been works installation chanical electrome and performance online His gram. pro Media Digital of the director and fessor Award Activity Creative Regents’ Joseph DeLappe scholars. visiting fellows/ 15 postdoctoral and students graduate 50 more mentored than also has Gordaninejad patents. 14 has granted and publications 1983. in homa of Okla University the from degree doctoral 1977, of Tehran in a University and the from engineering mechanical in degree graduate under his received Professor, Foundation by nation the in 109th ranked was department year, the This Engineering. of Mechanical Department Joseph DeLappe DeLappe directs the iraqimemorial.org iraqimemorial.org the directs DeLappe pro of Art aDepartment is DeLappe Joseph scholarly 200 some authored He has Gordaninejad, a University of Nevada, Reno U.S. News &World News Report U.S. . - - - - - Cynthia Birk Games Video Military in Play 2010 the book in Herald Morning in tured fea have been works His others. among ration, Corpo Broadcasting Australian the and CBC NPR, on CNN, interviewed been City. He has York New in Art of Modern Museum at the began her career as a lecturer at the University University at the alecturer as career her began She of Iowa. University the from accounting and education business in degrees master’s and University, at Iowa State administration trial post-graduation. lives their on her or updating prospects on career advice for looking students former from calls many receives she says Birk networking. professional and counseling career students, orienting recruitment, includes students es—advising class pick students helping to isn’t limited adviser an role as her says of Business, College Undergraduate Regents’ Academic Advisor Award, Birk earned her bachelor’s degree in indus in bachelor’s her degree earned Birk the in academic and alecturer Birk, Cynthia Cynthia Birk The New New The Times York , Joystick Soldier: The Politics of of The Politics Soldier: Joystick Artweek , Art in America in Art , . The Australian Photos by Theresa Danna-Douglas Photos by Theresa - and and - - - Foundation Professors

John Fildes is a professor and vice-chair of the Department of Surgery and medical director and chair of the Department of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care at University Medical Center, the county-operated trauma center in Las Vegas. He joined the University of Nevada School of Medicine in 1996 and has served as the National Chair of Trauma for the American College of Surgeons. He received the White House Medical Unit Certificate of Appreciation in 1998, the Las Vegas Cham- ber of Commerce Community Achievement Award in 1998, and the Nevada State Medical Association Physician of the Year in 2006.

Gary Haynes is a professor in the Department of Anthropology and was the Scott Tyler ’90Ph.D., John Fildes and Gary Haynes department chair from 1998 to 2004. He has received multiple research grants from the National Science Foundation, the National Service Award. Tyler, who joined the Univer- Geographic Society, the Fulbright Scholar sity in 1992, has been appointed to a National Sally Morgan Program, the Wenner-Gren Foundation for Academy of Sciences panel to help chart future Distinguished Service Award Anthropological Research and The Leakey directions for hydrological research. Sally Morgan has served as the director of Foundation, among others. Haynes joined Student Conduct at the University for the past the University in 1985 and has also received William P. Wallace 23 years, working for the fair resolution of the College of Liberal Arts Dean’s Award for Distinguished Faculty Award student misconduct cases. Morgan has played an instrumental role in several important Uni- Teaching and the Dr. Donald Mousel and Dr. William P. Wallace, professor of psychology versity health and safety initiatives, including William Feltner Annual Award for Excellence in the College of Liberal Arts, is co-author of the the 2006 collaboration among Student Con- in Research and Creative Activity. academic textbook, Introduction to Quantitative duct staff, Residential Life staff and University Statistical Analyses. His research and teaching Police to provide intervention programs for interests are focused on human memory, spo- Scott Tyler ’90Ph.D. (hydrology/hy- students with alcohol and/or drug problems. ken word recognition and statistics. He spent drogeology) is a professor in the Department She has served for the past eight years as a 10 years as chair of the psychology department, of Geological Science and Engineering. He is founding member of the Student Intervention nearly three years as interim chair of the edu- also director of the Center for Transforma- Team, comprised of faculty, staff and police cational leadership department at the College tive Environmental Monitoring Programs, who respond to referrals about distressed of Education, and eight years as associate and based in the College of Science and funded students with mental health concerns, in order acting dean of the College of Arts and Science. through the National Science Foundation. He to promote a safe and secure campus and to He served two terms as president of the Rocky received the 2004 University of Nevada, Reno provide timely assistance and resources to Mountain Psychological Association. From and Board of Regents’ Graduate Academic students in need of support or counseling. Award and the 2010 Geological Society of 1975 to 1986, he served as the faculty represen- America Hydrogeology Division Outstanding tative for Intercollegiate Athletics.

William P. Wallace Sally Morgan 10 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE • Summer 2012 University Outstanding Researcher the Year of KozelThomas Society. &Materials Metals Minerals, the Award Development from Professional materials. and structures lightweight advanced magnesium-based involving projects research funded federally on two now working is She NASA. and Foundation Science National the of Energy, Department the including agencies, federal from funds research in $1.6 million country. the in researchers best one of the as herself establishing in no time wasted has Li Regents’ Rising Researcher Award Li Qizhen 2011. to 2007 from Committee Curricula and Courses University the chaired and Senate, Faculty on the served has Board, Advisory ing Account of an creation the spearheaded Birk 1994. in professor associate an became She later. years two Reno of Nevada, University Vegas 1987, in Las the to moving of Nevada, W. Larry Williams W. 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University Indiana from adoctorate he holds and UC Davis, from grees Derek Kauneckis is an associate professor professor associate an is Kauneckis Derek Ostergard received his bachelor’spoliti in his received Ostergard global encompass of focus areas current His profes Jr., associate Ostergard L. Robert de master’s bachelor’s and his He earned Robert Ostergard Robert and as a consultant for the United Na United for the aconsultant as and —Roseann Keegan and staff reports N Global Global - -

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Summer 2012 Summer 11 BLUE & SILVER NEVADA • Outreach 12 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE • Summer 2012 Education. Education. Medical Graduate for Council Accreditation Panel member, pediatrics: education, Dr. Miriam Bar-on Award. Service Distinguished Dr. Josh Bardin ofEducation. Department U.S. by the country inthe kind ofits program best named program after-school School Elementary ’97M.S. ’90 Barcellos Jim Artistry. and Research Dean’s Outstanding Award for Arts Dmitri Atapine Award ofExcellence. Extension Cooperative ofNevada University Extension: Cooperative Sistare ’ Jessica Angle In addition to the faculty featured elsewhere in this issue, outstanding faculty across campus and the state have distinguished themselves with notable accomplishments. Accomplishments Faculty Awardsand 96 , Staci Emm Emm Staci Heather Graham-Williams

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Dev Chidambaram Faculty. Accounting Outstanding Alpha Psi Beta systems: information Charles Carslaw Institute. Research Engineering Earthquake President-elect, engineering: Buckle Ian Business Magazine. 2011 of Medicine: Heroes, Healthcare and Dr. Kirk Bronander Activity. and/or Creative inResearch Excellence for Award Mousel-Feltner Program: Identity and Race Deborah Boehm Women’s Award, Nevada Achievement Fund. Kathy Boardman Association. Reading Award, Reading California Memorial Donald Bear Dr. Elizabeth Fildes

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Sue Donaldson ’81 Donaldson Sue Awards ofExcellence. Directors Research and Extension Western program, qualifying regional named Bootstraps Extension: and Davis Rod Teaching Award. Excellence Sarah Cummings TeachingFaculty Award. Graduate ofBusiness College economics: and systems, information Dave Croasdell Award. Teaching inEducation Excellence Christian Conte Award. Carissimus Praeceptor J. Scully Thomas Dr. Donald Clark Award. Development Faculty Reno ofNevada, Commission’s University Regulatory Nuclear engineering: materials Marilyn Smith , (Photos self-submitted) or by Theresa Danna-Douglas Bill Evans , accounting and and , accounting , education: Judith S. Bible S. Bible Judith , education: , School of Medicine: of Medicine: , School , chemistry: Alan Bible Alan Bible , chemistry: Emil J. Geiger ’74M , ’90M.S. , Mark Nichols Amy Meier .S. Eric Herzik Eric ,Cooperative , ’94Ph.D.

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Christian ConteChristian Staci Emm ’96 ’96 Emm Staci Association. Gaming American of Fame induction, William Eadington Colleges. Medical American of Association Affairs, Student on Committee Regional the Chair of Western affairs: student ’01Ph.D. Dupey Peggy inResearch. Excellence Dyer Lee Plant Council. Invasive Year, ofthe Manager Land Award for California Wrench Weed Golden Extension: Cooperative Teaching Award. Todd Felts Medicine. of Emergency Year, ofthe Academy Director American Program Epter Dr. Michael Award. Diversity 2011 Extension: Extension National Cooperative , biology: Hyung K. Shin Award for Shin Award for K. Hyung , biology: , journalism: Nevada Semenza Semenza Nevada , journalism: and , emergency medicine: medicine: , emergency Loretta Singletary , economics: Gaming Hall Hall Gaming , economics: , admissions and , admissions and , Karen Hinton ’81M.S. Yoshie Kadowaki ’02, ’05M.A. and Yuka Matsuhashi Kwang Kim

Eric Marchand ’94, ’96M.S. Sankar Mukhopadhyay Clayton Peoples Mehmet Serkan Tosun

Madeleine Sigman-Grant Scott Slovic Deb Stiver ’89MBA Wei Yan ’94M.S., ‘97Ph.D.

Matthew Forister, biology: Mousel-Feltner Yoshie Kadowaki ’02, ’05M.A. and Sankar Mukhopadhyay, economics: Beta Kerry Seymour ’89M.S., Cooperative Award for Excellence in Research. Yuka Matsuhashi, foreign languages and Gamma Sigma Researcher of the Year. Extension: 2011 Role Model Award from the Alan Fuchs, chemical and materials literatures: College of Liberal Arts Dean’s Award for Dr. Elissa Palmer, family medicine chair, Produce for Better Health Foundation; 2011 engineering: 2012 Faculty Adviser of the Year, Outstanding Teaching and Service by a Member of Las Vegas: Bishop Fellow, American Council on certificate of appreciation from the USDA Center Nevada Center for Entrepreneurship and the Contingent Faculty. Education; Family Physician of the Year, American for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. Technology. Sergeant First Class Scott King, military Academy of Family Physicians, Nevada Chapter. Robert Sheridan, chemistry: LeMay Award Emil J. Geiger, mechanical engineering: Ralph science: College of Liberal Arts Dean’s Special Clayton Peoples, sociology: College of Liberal for Excellence in Teaching. E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award. Award for Professional Excellence. Arts Dean’s Award for Outstanding Teaching by Madeleine Sigman-Grant, Cooperative Frederick Harris, computer science and Dr. Daniel Kirgan, surgery, Las Vegas: a Member of the Continuing Faculty; Fellow at Extension: Dietitian of the Year, Nevada Dietetic engineering: Senior member status, Association Nevada AIDS Project’s lifetime achievement Harvard University’s Safra Center. Association; member, Medela Hall of Fame. for Computing Machinery. award. William Rowley, history: Vada Trimble Scott Slovic, English: Thornton Peace Prize. Linda Hayes, psychology: Inaugural University Kwang Kim, mechanical engineering: Best Outstanding Mentor Award. Deb Stiver ’89MBA, economics: College of of Nevada, Reno Global Initiatives Award. Paper Award, First Asia Pacific Forum. Brad Schultz ’87M.S., Cooperative Business Student Council Outstanding Faculty Eric Herzik, political science: College of Liberal Dr. Trudy Larson, pediatrics: Black & White Extension: APEX Award for Publication Excellence Award. & BLUE SILVER NEVADA Arts Dean’s Award for Service. Ball Lifetime Achievement Award for HIV clinical for Weed Management Needs Assessment Wei Yan ’94M.S., ‘97Ph.D., physiology and care and education. publication. Karen Hinton ’81M.S., Cooperative cell biology: American Society of Andrology Young Extension: Named eXtension Champion by Eric Marchand ’94, ’96M.S., civil and Gina Sella ’97, ’07M.A., admissions Andrologist Award. eXtension.org. environmental engineering, and Stacy Gordon and student affairs: Founding adviser for the Robert Watters, geological sciences and Fisher, political science: F. Donald Tibbits University’s chapter of the Health Occupations engineering: Mackay Faculty Achievement Award. Ahmad Itani, civil and environmental Distinguished Teacher Award runners-up. Students of America. • engineering: Richard S. Fountain Award, —Roseann Keegan and staff reports 2012 Summer Steel Market Development Institute and the John McCormack ’86M.S., ’97Ph.D., Mehmet Serkan Tosun, economics: American Association of State Highway and geological sciences and engineering: Mackay Affiliate research fellow, Oxford Institute of Ageing. Transportation Officials. Outstanding Teaching Award.

13 What I’ve Learned

RileyBeckett Riley Beckett ’68 (accounting)

My maternal grandfather, Ernest John “E.J.” My biggest and most memorable case Foundation has supported many of the recent Sweetland, grew up in Carson City and was the involved representing University of Nevada, capital improvements on campus and the son of a cobbler. He was an assayer and inventor Reno professor John Rosecrance, who recent renovation of the emergency room at of the Purolater car filter. He married an Irish sustained serious injuries during an automobile Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. nurse, Nellie Reilly, who worked in Ely. They had accident while working on behalf of the Maintaining close family ties are important seven children, including my mother, Kathryn, University in Australia in 1988. The accident to Jane and me. We are very close to our and I was named for the Irish side of the family. left Rosecrance severely disabled and ended two daughters and their families. My eldest, My grandfather was a fighter by nature. He took his promising career as a gaming professor. Karintha (Kari) Karwoski ’94 (management), General Motors all the way to the U.S. Supreme I hired an Australian solicitor and barrister to is married to a dentist and has two children. Court when they refused to pay him royalties handle the case, which was tried in Darwin, After college, she worked on his oil filter patent. He won. Australia, and later moved to Santa Barbara, for Sen. Richard Bryan ’59 LOOK ONLINE When my grandfather died, he left property Calif., where Rosecrance was transferred to (prelegal) in Washington, For the full version in Glenbrook to my parents, Ted and Kathryn, receive additional medical care near his family. D.C., moved into public of the interview where they built their dream house in 1956. I We eventually won a judgment against an relations and now works visit: www.unr.edu/ attended Zephyr Cove Elementary School and Australian third-party insurer which, at the time, for the San Francisco 49ers. silverandblue later Bishop Manogue High School in Reno, was one of the largest in Australia’s history. My youngest, Meesha graduating in 1964. What I have learned through representing Green, graduated from the University of I enrolled as an accounting major at Nevada, people who have experienced traumatic California, Santa Barbara. She is a talented artist lettered in boxing and became involved in personal injury is to be compassionate and and married to a major in the Marines who is student government. I also belonged to the sympathetic while working to help them as being reassigned to Okinawa, Japan. They also Sigma Nu fraternity, and at a joint social with best I can within the system. I love the law. It is a have two children. the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, I met my wife, great tool to help people, and that is my greatest I encouraged my daughters and others to Jane ’68 (fashion merchandising). We dated reward. I also learned through boxing that, as an pursue vocations for which they have a passion. through college—pinning as they called it in individual sport, there can only be one winner No one will do any good if they are not happy those days—and got engaged our senior year. in the ring. I switched that competitiveness to with what they are doing. And a little luck of the We married while I was attending the University the law where I can step into the legal arena Irish—or luck of the Riley, as I like to say—can’t of San Francisco School of Law, where I earned and participate in legal jousting. It’s you or me, hurt either. my juris doctorate in 1971. so let’s see who wins. After law school, I returned to Reno where I owe a lot to the University—it helped From a conversation in June with Crystal Parrish, I worked for the Nevada attorney general me toward the right goals. I renewed my director of foundation operations. Beckett, a 1968 and then as general counsel for the Nevada connection to the University when President accounting graduate, is the founding partner Industrial Commission (which evolved into Emeritus Joe Crowley asked me to serve on of his law firm, Beckett, Yott, McCarty & Spann, State Industrial Insurance System and now his Legislative Liaison Committee shortly after I Chtd. He served on the University of Nevada, Attorney Philanthropist Employers). At the time, NIC held 86 percent of went into private practice. As chair of the Mallory Reno Foundation Board from 1997 to 2002. As the Nevada market as a workers’ compensation Foundation, I work with trustees Tom Cook and chair of the Mallory Foundation, Beckett helped carrier. I went into private practice in 1977, Ellen Shock to maintain the philanthropic legacy support numerous campus projects, including Summer 2012 • the Davidson Mathematics and Science Center, Boxer contracted with the state as outside counsel of Jean Mallory, who designated the University, Grandfather and focused on workers’ compensation among six entities, as a beneficiary. Jean was a the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, the subrogation, helping the state recover costs client of mine and the primary heir of Marion Earthquake Engineering Structures expansion, Foundation Trustee Emeritus from third parties. Over the years, my office has Mallory Sr., who invented the “Mallory ignition” and programs in business and engineering. Beckett been involved with more than 10,000 personal and held more than 200 automotive patents received the 2011 Nevada Alumni Association’s injury worker’s compensation cases. in the United States and Europe. The Mallory University Service Award. Photo by Theresa Danna-Douglas Irish-American NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 14 Attorney Philanthropist Grandfather Boxer Foundation Trustee Emeritus Irish-American ood Medicine By Anne McMillin, APR

Dr. Daniel Shapiro is the new H. Edward Manville, Jr. Endowed Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine.

grow fellowship and subspecialty programs,” Shapiro said. “The medical student class size is also growing, so there are plenty of opportunities to teach. The School of Medicine has col- laborations with several hospitals in the area, which is attractive.” In addition to helping his colleagues effectively balance the rigors of academic medicine, Shapiro has set a goal of establishing more subspecialty fellowships in major areas of internal medicine, including endocrinology, cardiology and infectious diseases. He plans to reach out to faculty with expertise in these areas, including infectious disease researchers Tom Kozel and Greg Pari of the microbiol- ogy and immunology department, along with Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas other basic scientists. “We also want to recruit new faculty who have an interest in conducting basic science re- New Internal Medicine chair to search, as well as seeing patients,” Shapiro said. In addition to bioterrorism and emerg- help clinicians balance teaching, ing pathogens, Shapiro’s academic interests include zoonotic infections—those that can be transmitted from animals to humans—includ- research and patient care ing mad cow disease and avian flu, which have It is often a balancing act for clinicians to The H. Edward Manville, Jr. Endowed Chair led to a current textbook project geared toward combine all three aspects of academic medi- for Internal Medicine became the first endow- both human and animal health care providers. cine into their schedule: research, teaching and ment designated for the University of Nevada The textbook will be organized by type of patient care. School of Medicine in 1968, a year before the animal and the specific diseases they may Dr. Daniel Shapiro, the new H. Edward school was officially founded. The endowment transmit to humans. Shapiro said this ap- Manville, Jr. Endowed Chair of the Depart- was established through a $1 million pledge proach toward textbook writing differs from ment of Internal Medicine, aims to work with from the Hiram Edward Manville Foundation. most others, in that textbooks are typically faculty members in his department to break Manville was among the earliest supporters of organized by disease, which presents a prob- down any existing barriers to performing all establishing the medical school and a charter lem for physicians. If a patient presents with three disciplines ef- member of its advisory board. symptoms and the physician can’t immediately fectively. Shapiro, an infectious disease internist with identify the condition, it may help if the patient Anne McMillin, Shapiro’s clinical expertise in emerging pathogens including says he or she was recently exposed to rabbits, APR, is the public background includes biodefense, comes to Nevada from Tufts Uni- for example. The physician could then refer to relations manager caring for patients in versity School of Medicine in Boston, where Shapiro’s book and look under the chapter on for the School of urban, suburban and he was a faculty member, infectious disease rabbits for a possible diagnosis. Medicine. rural medical centers, specialist and the director of the clinical mi- Outside of the medical school, Shapiro is a Summer 2012

• and treating illnesses crobiology laboratories at the Lahey Clinic in member of the Reno Chess Club and competes specific to a geographic location. Shapiro will Burlington, Mass. in United States Chess Federation-sanctioned be in the classroom this fall teaching micro- Shapiro said the position at the University chess tournaments. biology to medical students, giving lectures of Nevada School of Medicine appealed to him to residents and consulting on inpatients with on several fronts. infectious disease issues. “Here, there is the expansion potential to NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 16 Photo by Edgar Antonio Núñez Antonio Edgar by Photo

Dr. Vani Dandolu, OB/GYN chair, discusses plans for the Our Families First program with Our Families First offers OB/GYN fellow Dr. Joseph Shea.

University employees priority Along with creating the Our Families First program, Dandolu has been instrumental access to care in obtaining new equipment for the School By Matt Lush and Anne Pershing ’83 and offer employees and their families priority of Medicine and has greatly improved the efficiency of procedures and interaction with Dr. Vani Dandolu has achieved several at the clinic. Dandolu also helped to reopen the resident continuity clinic, housed in the patients. milestones in her 11 short months as chair of “We have state-of-the-art channel urody- the obstetrics and gynecology department at 10,000-square-foot Women’s Healthcare Center of Las Vegas facility, which opened in January. namic equipment, biofeedback, pelvic floor the University of Nevada School of Medicine. rehabilitation, anal manometry and pelvic One of her recently completed endeavors “At the clinic, resident physicians have their own schedules and are able to follow their floor ultrasound,” said Dandolu, a member was the creation of the Our Families First pro- of the American College of Obstetricians and gram, designed specifically for employees of patients throughout the four years of residency training,” Dandolu said. “Our resident physi- Gynecologists and the American Urogyneco- the University Medical Center, the University logic Society. of Nevada School of Medicine, the University cians are quite excited about the opportunity to experience their ‘own practice.’ ” Dandolu’s current research projects involve of Nevada, Reno and the University of Nevada, a comparative effectiveness analysis of vari- Las Vegas. Dandolu’s career began in India, where she went to medical school and completed ous management options for urogynecologic “They will be seen within three days of their conditions, and measuring the physiologic pa- phone call for problem visits and within one her initial residency training. She moved to the United States for an additional obstetrics rameters of bladder function and dysfunction week for annual exams,” Dandolu said. “To in women with chronic disease conditions, meet increased demand, we are hiring more and gynecology residency at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. including diabetes. faculty providers in our 8,800-square-foot To schedule an appointment with Dandolu & BLUE SILVER NEVADA faculty practice in Las Vegas.” She completed subspecialty training in urogynecology at Temple University Hospital, or any other physician at the obstetrics and Dandolu had the idea to create the program gynecology practice, please contact the School while seeking a way to increase the patient base where she served as a member of the Institu- tional Review Board, the steering committee of Medicine’s Patient Care Center at (702) at the obstetrics and gynecology clinic. Accord- 671-5140. ing to Dandolu, the simplest way to increase the for the Center for Women’s Health Research patient base was to bring in the 5,000 employees and Leadership and was the OB/GYN rep- —Matt Lush, Class of 2015, is a public rela- • who work at University Medical Center and resentative on the graduate medical educa- tions intern at the School of Medicine. Anne 2012 Summer the University of Nevada School of Medicine tion committee. She joined the University of Pershing ’83 (speech/theater) is a longtime, Nevada School of Medicine last August.. award-winning Nevada journalist.

17 University for You By Marilyn Ming Photo courtesyPhoto Cooperative Extension Master gardeners bring University knowledge to Nevada’s growers statewide In 1992, a seed was planted for a community hotels and arranging them in vases for the desert climate. Master gardeners are trained volunteer gardening program in Clark County. senior centers in the community. to identify everyday gardening problems and Twenty years later, the Southern Nevada Mas- “Giving back to the community has tremen- cheerfully recommend an effective, safe treat- ter Gardener program is in full bloom. dous rewards,” Rider says. ment to eliminate it. Over the years, more than 1,000 individu- The northern Nevada Master Gardener pro- als have become certified master gardeners in How the program works gram began several years before the program southern Nevada, in southern Nevada and continues to grow. The Master Gardener program, a part of and 300 are still Master gardeners in Washoe, Storey, Douglas Marilyn Ming is a University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, actively sharing their and Carson counties volunteered more than marketing/public trains local gardeners statewide and works knowledge in the 9,000 hours (the equivalent of five full-time relations specialist with them to disseminate safe, effective gar- community. employees), had face-to-face conversations with University of dening information to their communities. In Mary Rider with nearly 14,000 people and answered nearly Nevada Cooperative return for the extensive training they receive (Master Gardener 13,000 phone calls and emails in 2010. Extension. from Cooperative Extension faculty and Class of 1992) was Since the local program began in 1992 in other experts, master gardeners volunteer a looking for a volun- Las Vegas, Cooperative Extension master gar- minimum of 50 hours annually on community Summer 2012 • teer opportunity that would not only equip her deners of southern Nevada have contributed service projects. with knowledge for her own backyard garden, more than 273,827 volunteer hours. Master gardeners in both southern and but allow her to give back to the community. Linn Mills, horticulturist and Las Vegas northern Nevada know how to keep lawns Shortly after becoming a master gardener, Review Journal columnist, was instrumental healthy, grow luscious garden vegetables, Rider and several others began gathering in starting the Master Gardener program in and choose trees and plants that flourish in a leftover flowers from various Las Vegas Strip southern Nevada. Mills, then the area direc- NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 18 A master gardener helps a customer select In order to retain their active status each vegetable plants at the Master Gardener Plant year, master gardeners must donate up to 50 Faire, held every year in Washoe County. hours of volunteer service time and complete Master gardeners 10 hours of continuing education every year. Master gardeners also put on several free advise farmers, too gardening presentations each year. One popu- While the University of Nevada Cooperative tor for Cooperative Extension, was a strong lar series in northern Nevada is “Gardening in Extension’s Master Gardener program has proponent of volunteerism and saw the Master Nevada.” The sessions are on a variety of topics done wonders for the success of backyard held each Tuesday evening in February and Gardener program as a good fit for the area. farmers, the program provides resources to “Our horticulture staff was busy fielding March at Bartley Ranch in Reno. On average, calls and offering classes, and the community more than 100 people attend each session. commercial growers as well. wanted even more,” Mills says. “I had been In southern Nevada, master gardeners One example is the Cooperative Extension’s impressed by the wealth of knowledge of local answer calls to the Home Gardening Help Line new Beginning Farmer and Rancher program. gardeners and felt we could merge the two.” weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., staff weekly This three-year program begins this year with “Ask a Master Gardener” information tables at a series of workshops designed solely to help farmers markets and other community locales, less-experienced farmers and ranchers learn Training and volunteering and volunteer their expertise at more than 30 In 2011, 85 new Master Gardener volunteers both the business and agricultural production community gardening projects. were trained statewide. Community partners include Nellis Air sides of their chosen profession. In northern Nevada, Master Gardener Force Base, the Springs Preserve, Nathan “Farmers and ranchers already face some coordinator Wendy Hanson Mazet ’96 (agri- Adelson Hospice, Nevada Division of Forestry pretty steep odds against success,” says Staci business) says volunteer candidates undergo and municipal parks departments. Emm ’96 (journalism), a Mineral County 54 hours of training. The classes are typically held in Reno in the spring and in Carson City Cooperative Extension educator who is helping in the fall. The fall training is also offered in Growing from the ground up launch the new program. “This program will Douglas County and presented via interactive Joy Mandekic became a Clark County give them the support they need.” videoconferencing. Master Gardener in 1998, but she’s been an in- Beginning farmers and ranchers are defined In southern Nevada, Master Gardener tegral part of the program since the beginning, as individuals who have been involved in coordinator Ann Edmunds offers 80 hours of serving as its first staff person. As the Master agriculture for less than 10 years. This could Gardener program coordinator from 1992- training in Las Vegas in the spring and in the include a spouse or an offspring who is starting fall. 1998, Mandekic recruited students, supported “There are 20 classes consisting of a three- instructors and developed volunteer projects. work on a long-standing family farm, or even a hour lecture followed by a one-hour, hands-on “We had so much fun charting uncharted longtime farmer or rancher who is diversifying landscape laboratory,” Edmunds says. territory,” Mandekic says. his or her operation. The southern Nevada trainings are pre- Although the Cooperative Extension is as- The first year’s program will include sented to students in Pahrump, Laughlin and sociated with the University of Nevada, Reno, workshops on field crops, like alfalfa and grass Logandale via interactive videoconferencing. one of the first Clark County Master Gardener hay; locally grown meat products, including To earn their certification, new master projects was at the University of Nevada, Las lamb, beef and poultry; and vegetable gardeners in southern Nevada spend 15 hours Vegas, where every year the group designs and staffing the Master Gardener Help Desk at plants a living, flowering UNLV sign and helps farming. Classes began in March at Cooperative Cooperative Extension offices, answering hor- with landscape maintenance. Extension office sites around the state and will ticulture questions from callers and visitors. In the early years, the Master Gardener of- continue into the fall. They also spend 20 hours on other gardening fice in Las Vegas was located above an X-rated “Everyone in Nevada wins when we can service projects and attend 15 hours of con- bookstore, so first impressions were critical.

trace the origin of our agriculture products, & BLUE SILVER NEVADA tinuing education for a variety of gardening- “Once we had people in the doors, they were helping Nevada producers ensure that our related topics. avid supporters of the program,” Mandekic state can feed itself and that purchasing power says. “In fact, I loved the program so much that Hanson Mazet says northern Nevada mas- stays in our state,” says Loretta Singletary, Lyon ter gardeners volunteer by answering tough I stayed with it as a volunteer.” gardening questions by phone or in person, To learn more, please visit www.unce.unr. County extension educator and area director. conducting plant clinics, performing soil tests, edu/programs/sites/mastergardener/. N To learn more about the Beginning Farmer • staffing booths at fairs and other events, and and Rancher program, please visit www.unce. 2012 Summer consulting within school and community unr.edu/programs/sites/bfr/. gardens.

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O Members of Nevada’s debate team are pictured at the annual Griffin-Santini Awards Ceremony

Photo by Amy Beck in May. The University’s team was ranked 14th in the nation at the National Parliamentary Griffin/Santini endowment Debate Association’s Championship in March.

ing Kersey, Bill Isaeff ’66 (economics), Bob honors Nevada legends Gabrielli ’78 (journalism) and emeriti faculty For the past 15 years, the Robert S. including work as a Gaming Control Board Gordon Zimmerman is working to boost the Griffin/W. Clark Santini Memorial Endow- investigator. When he passed away in 1996, endowment through a planned gift drive. ment has honored those who embody the friends and supporters created the endowment “All students can benefit from debate and character of two men who left indelible marks to honor Santini and his mentor. communications studies, says Isaeff, retired on the campus and the community. The endowment provides financial support special assistant to the city manager for the Robert Griffin, considered to be the father for the debate team and funding for three City of Sparks. “All of us have to communicate of forensics at Nevada, was recruited to annual awards: the Robert S. Griffin Medal regardless of our profession.” campus by University President Walter Clark for a member of the debate team, the W. Clark To learn more about making a planned gift and helped found the Intercollegiate Debate Santini Cup for performing good works in to the Griffin/Santini Memorial Endowment, Program in 1928. He taught at Nevada for four the community, and the Dr. Robert S. Griffin please contact Lisa M. Riley, Esq., director of decades and gave oratorical training to some of Scholarship for student debaters. This year, the Office of Planned Giving, (775) 682-6017 or Nevada’s top lawyers and political figures. the Griffin Medal was awarded to sophomore [email protected]. To learn more about support- One of Griffin’s protégés was Clark Santini Jonathan McGuire, and the Santini Cup was ing the College of Liberal Arts, please contact ’65 (prelegal), the grandson of President Clark presented to Ginnie Kersey, faculty emerita, Stuart Golder ’91, ’97M.A., director of develop- and a community activist who helped establish and Larry Struve, former state government ment, (775) 784-1222 or [email protected]. Rancho San Rafael, among other efforts. San- official and legislative advocate. —Roseann Keegan tini had a 25-year career in law enforcement, The endowment committee, includ-

During the Girls Math and Technology camp, now in its 14th year, middle school Nevada camp students spend five days on campus expand- ing their skills. As a program of the College traditions of Education, the camp aims to encourage girls of all abilities and backgrounds to increase their knowledge, skills and confidence endure in mathematics and learning technology. For elementary and secondary school This year’s camp is July 15-20. The program students in Nevada, learning doesn’t end as receives support from the Frances C. and summer begins. The Northern Nevada Girls William P. Smallwood Foundation, New- Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas Math and Technology Camp and the Nevada mont Mining Corporation and Barrick Gold High school students Won Kang, Jason Xu Boys and Girls State programs help youth of North America, among others. and Andrew Arjana at the Nevada Boys State return to the classroom with fresh perspec- To learn more about supporting the program on the University campus June 10-16. tives on civics and the sciences. College of Education, please contact Mitch Since 1947, civics lessons have come to life Klaich ’02, director of development, (775) for students at the Boys State and Girls State Camp in South Lake Tahoe July 1-7. 784-6914 or [email protected]. To learn programs. More than 250 delegates each year Philanthropic support from individuals, more about supporting the Girls State and chosen from high school juniors from across businesses and organizations, including Boys State programs or the Nevada Boys Summer 2012 • Nevada participate in academic and leader- the Union Pacific Foundation, continues to State endowment, please contact Lynda ship programs that simulate city, county and build the Nevada Boys Endowment. Earn- Buhlig ’84, executive director of develop- state government. Boys State was held on ings from the endowment, along with the ment, (775) 682-6013 or [email protected]. campus June 10-16, while Girls State was at American Legion and the American Legion —Roseann Keegan the University Cooperative Extension 4-H Auxiliary, help support the program. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 20 O n Philanthropy n

Redfield Foundation supports women’s athletics at Nevada The Nell J. Redfield Foundation made recent importance of a strong athletic gifts to benefit the women’s basketball, volley- program to the University and ball and soccer programs at the University of we recognize the special needs Nevada, Reno. The Foundation is also a major to provide financial support to sponsor of the AAUN Blue Tie Ball, an annual women’s athletics,” says Jerry fundraising event in support of the Univer- Smith, Redfield Foundation sity’s student-athletes. trustee. Photo by John Byrne Women’s athletics have a strong tradition of The Redfield Foundation has Janelle Batista, Class of 2013, celebrates with success at Nevada, including 140 All-America been a champion of the University for decades, her Wolf Pack teammates during a volleyball certificates and nine individual national cham- including substantial support for the William match against Hawaii last year. pionships. Wolf Pack women’s teams won 11 N. Pennington Health Sciences Building, the Western Athletic Conference championships Nell J. Redfield Foundation Auditorium in the Earlier this year, the foundation pledged during Nevada’s time in the conference. Davidson Mathematics and Science Center, $1.6 million to support research efforts at the The University fields 11 women’s varsity the Orvis School of Nursing Student Outreach School of Medicine, including $100,000 to sports teams overall, with more than 270 Clinic, the Redfield Campus and the Nell J. the Student Outreach Clinic and the Sports female student-athletes. Redfield Foundation Scholarship for Univer- Medicine Fellowship. “The Redfield Foundation appreciates the sity of Nevada, Reno National Merit Scholars. —Roseann Keegan Sontag Award winners create mining tool A team of four Nevada physics majors was selected as the inaugural winner of the Sontag Entrepreneurship Award Competition, earning the first $50,000 award from a $1 million endowment fund established by alumnus Rick Sontag ’66M.S. (physics) and his wife, Susan. The winning team of Mining Environmental Technology and Ser- vices (METS), including sophomores David Karr and Bryan Rainwa- ter, and seniors Ben Sumlin and Heather Zunino, developed optical instruments to detect airborne particulates in mining workplaces. The competition was established to develop the entrepreneurial capacities of Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas University students and facilitate the creation of new businesses in Ne- vada by awarding $50,000 each spring to a student or student team that Rick Sontag ’66M.S. and his wife, Susan, announce the winner of the 2012 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE & BLUE SILVER NEVADA clearly demonstrates the innovative spirit for which Nevada is known. Sontag Entrepreneurship Award Competition via Skype with College of Thirty-five student teams submitted proposals and six finalists were Business Dean Greg Mosier during the awards reception May 9. selected to submit business plans and present to the board of the Nevada Capital Investment Corporation, a state-funded organization established to promote job creation in Nevada, chaired by state Treasurer ing,” Rick Sontag said. Kate Marshall. NCIC judges chose the winner, and the Sontags an- To learn more about supporting entrepreneurship programs at • nounced the results via Skype during a May 9 reception for the finalists. Nevada and the College of Business, please contact Kristen Kennedy ’98, 2012 Summer “You all need to keep your dreams alive, even those who don’t win director of development, (775) 682-6940 or [email protected]. today. I have fallen on my face many times—don’t worry, just keep try- —Roseann Keegan

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Photo by Michael Okimoto Michael by Photo Marc Johnson join Envirohaven team members and Sontag finalists Manpreet Kaur, Vicki Bischoff, Clint Borchard, Shaun Cameron and Adair Melendez at Student success in competitions shows the Governor’s Cup on April 18.

entrepreneurship focus on campus Cup Collegiate Business Plan Competition, The University of Nevada, Reno has seen This spring, the College of Business held presented by Nevada’s Center for Entrepre- increasing student interest in entrepreneur- its inaugural Sontag Entrepreneurship Award neurship and Technology. ship, a phenomenon not unique to Nevada. In competition, open to students from all dis- University student teams walked away with a recent nationwide survey by the Kauffman ciplines. A team of physics students, Mining three awards. In the undergraduate category, Foundation, 54 percent of 18- to 34-year-olds Environmental Technology and Services Envirohaven took first place and Deep End said they wanted to start their own business (METS), walked away with the $50,000 prize. took third place. Envirohaven also received the or had already done so. State leaders are also Alumnus Rick Sontag ’66M.A. (physics) Lt. Governor’s Award, presented to the team looking to entrepreneurial efforts to help fuel and his wife, Susan, funded the competition that best employs clean, renewable or efficient the state’s economy. last September with a $1 million gift to the energy technologies. Alan Fuchs, chair of the “The University has the ability to enhance University. The METS team plans to develop, University’s Chemical and Materials Engi- economic development in a variety of ways, produce and market optical instruments to neering Department, received one of only two and promoting student entrepreneurial efforts detect potentially harmful airborne particu- Faculty Advisor Awards presented this year. is just one way we aim to do that,” said College lates in mining workplaces, improving safety Three University teams were also among of Business Dean Greg Mosier. in the mining industry. about 30 teams in the West that advanced to The college began offering a minor in -en The University’s student entrepreneurial the final round of the First Look West (FLoW) trepreneurship a few years ago, which is open teams have fared well in state and regional Competition, one of six regional business plan to students from any discipline. A student entrepreneurship competitions as well. This competitions for clean energy sponsored by a Entrepreneurship Club is also housed in the year, 13 student teams from the University $2 million Department of Energy program. College of Business and is open to students were among the 18 teams named as finalists in —Claudene Wharton ’86, ’99M.A. across campus. the statewide Donald W. Reynolds Governor’s Concrete canoe team shines as hosts and competitors It was double duty for civil engineering students as they both hosted and competed in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 25th Annual National Concrete Canoe Competition. First, the University of Nevada, Reno was selected to host the June 14-16 competition. Then, the University’s concrete canoe team won the regional competition, hosted by UC Berkeley in March, qualifying them to compete at the national level for the seventh consecutive year. The three-day competition began with 22 teams from top U.S. and Canada engineering Summer 2012 • schools reporting to the University’s historic Quad. At the conclusion of the competition’s academic events on campus and races at the Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas Sparks Marina Lake, the University’s team The statue of John Mackay looks on as the 22 teams competing in the 25th Annual ASCE had earned a fourth-place finish. National Concrete Canoe Competition pose on the University’s historic Quad. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 22 stable eastern Nevada. eastern stable relatively to compared and of mass center Earth’s to compared upward moves crust the that show calculations The accuracy. edented unprec this to movements the calculate to data radar) (space-based InSAR and data GPS Universityand of satellite-based Glasgow use Laboratory Geodetic Nevada University’s techniques. geological some using estimates to compared when quick relatively is which years, 3million than less in formed be could Sierra space.” in satellites using measured are changes minuscule these that is amazing more even Perhaps year. per 1millimeter than better accuracy it with see we can 2000, before from data “Using range. rising the track to project multiyear on the researcher lead mond, Ham Bill said time,” real in growing range year. every of 2millimeters 1to rate fast relatively at the rising is Nevada Sierra entire the shows University the from evidence scientific Tahoe, Lake near peaks 10,000-foot the to elevation, in feet at 14,000 States United Nevada is on the rise Sierra shows scientists trackedUplift by tended to see abrupt changes in GPS station station GPS in changes abrupt see to tended in is “This Laboratory. Geodetic Nevada the of director and Geology and of Mines Bureau Nevada University’s the in professor Blewitt, Geoff said West Coast,” the along stations reporting of 500 anetwork with real-time in used be it will and GPS, using tsunamis earthquakes. of strong magnitude and location the pinpoint byto NASA year this of test amajor centerpiece the be will Reno of Nevada, University at the mented GPS technology is basis for NASA quake-monitoring test the in colleagues his and Hammond the modern suggests research new The the watch can is we thing exciting “The the in peak highest the Whitney, From Mt. “We invented the technique to predict predict to technique “We the invented imple and developed technology GPS - - - - than 3 million years, which is young compared compared young is which years, 3million than less in range entire the have generated it could that and active, it is that latitude, north degrees 40 35 and between range, 400-mile-long the of length entire the along distributed is uplift that indicate data “Our said. 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Blewitt tsunamis,” predict to used be then can that motions ground rapid large, see to us allows “This 10 centimeters. than greater positions ground in show changes to real-time, in stations, satellite-reporting by GPS.” recorded ever earthquake smallest earthquake—the 5.0 amagnitude in GPS using movements we have recorded though earthquake, agreat from as such positions, “The Sierra Nevada uplift process is fairly fairly is process uplift Nevada Sierra “The debate active an may help resolve data The Better information from the GPS satellite satellite GPS the from information Better from information processes software The - Geological Survey. Geological U.S. the and NASA of Defense, Department the Foundation, Science National by the supported is development Its Canada. Vancouver, to California northern from extends that line fault Cascadia the and nia, Califor in Fault Andreas San the along runs earthquakes. further to lead could that stresses and earthquakes model to used be can changes small These centimeter. plates collide. plates two as contraction by caused process different entirely an in formed being are or Andes, Alps the as such ranges, other comparison, In keel. its lost has that ship a like uplift, “speedy” the allowing lithosphere the of bottom the off of lower peeled plate afragment when risen have may range mountain the indicate gists Seismolo mantle. the in flow to response a and Nevada in extension tectonic the is ongoing.” still is of uplift pulse latest the that means It basically techniques. other on some based estimates to The NASA monitoring-network project project monitoring-network NASA The Possibly contributing to the rapid uplift uplift rapid the to contributing Possibly —Mike Wolterbeek ’02 Wolterbeek —Mike —Mike Wolterbeek ’02 Wolterbeek —Mike - -

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U Faces on the Quad SHILPI GARG, University of Nevada School of Medicine Class of 2012, joined a 15-member team of Photo courtesyPhoto University Special Collections physicians, surgeons, intensive care nurses and technicians as On July 20, 1912, students took the train to they traveled to Panama City for a week University Summer Virginia City to visit the C and C Mine during to perform catheterizations and cardiac the inaugural Summer Session. The students surgical procedures on children. She is the went down in a cage to the 2,000-foot level of first medical student selected for this Session celebrates the mine. opportunity offered by the Children’s Heart Center of Nevada. Garg, who speaks Spanish, will complete her pediatric 100th anniversary about 7,000 students annually. residency at the University of California, Summer 2012 marks a special milestone “A large number of students in a variety of San Francisco. for the University of Nevada, Reno’s Summer majors take advantage Session Program. As it celebrates its 100th an- of the opportunity to LOOK ONLINE ANNA KOSTER, a senior niversary, today’s program is almost unrecog- take a class or classes majoring in chemistry For a 1912-1914 nizable compared to the 1912 version. in a condensed-time and music, has been student diary, visit: awarded a nationally Summer Session was originally created to format,” said Kerri www.unr.edu/ competitive Barry M. increase certificate standards of elementary Garcia, Summer Session silverandblue Goldwater Scholarship. teachers and increase their proficiency. At the executive director. “It’s Koster is the University of Nevada, Reno’s time, 12 courses were offered, and 87 students very useful in helping students work toward third Goldwater Scholarship Award were enrolled in the program. Now, the pro- timely graduation.” recipient in the past two years. She was gram offers more than 550 classes and attracts also awarded a Pfizer-sponsored Division —Megan Akers, Class of 2013 of Organic Chemistry Undergraduate Research Fellowship to help fund her research in organic chemical reactions, and will present her work at the pharmaceutical company’s headquarters in Connecticut this fall.

MATHEW NEBEN was awarded the 2012 Herz Medal for outstanding scholarship. The Herz Medal is the University’s oldest and most prestigious award, established in 1910 by brothers Richard, Carl and Otto Herz. It is presented annually during the spring

commencement ceremony, and funding Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas for the award is now provided by the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation and the Thelma B. and Thomas P. Hart Another record-breaking commencement Foundation. Neben, who earned a 4.0 The University of Nevada, Reno’s historic Quadrangle was once again the setting GPA as an economics and finance major, for two Commencement ceremonies, one for advanced-degree recipients and one for was active in many co-curricular activities baccalaureate-degree recipients. The University conferred 2,215 degrees and certificates, Summer 2012 • and was elected to the Associated nearly a 10 percent increase over the prior year and representing the largest number of Students of the University of Nevada graduation applicants in the University’s history. Senate. Neben was inspired to succeed Between the Winter 2011 and Spring 2012 Commencement ceremonies, the University through the encouragement of fellow students and University faculty. awarded a total of 3,762 degrees. The number of baccalaureate degrees awarded by the University has increased 59 percent over the past 10 years. —Jane Tors ’82 —Natalie Savidge ’04 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 24 U niversity News niversity

Pseudoscorpions exhibit effect of

antibiotics Photo by Mike Wolterbeek Male pseudoscorpions treated with the anti- Biologist Jeanne Zeh examines a pseudoscorpion using a microscope operated by graduate student biotic tetracycline suffer significantly reduced Melvin Bonilla. sperm viability and pass on this toxic effect to their untreated sons. In a paper published in Scientific Reports, University of Nevada, Reno In the article, lead author and assistant tetracycline is still commonly used as an addi- biologists suggest a similar effect could occur biology professor Jeanne Zeh surmises that tive in animal feed and as an accessible antimi- in humans and other species. tetracycline may induce epigenetic changes in crobial therapy in developing countries. “Tetracycline has a significant detrimental male reproductive tissues that may be passed The research involved University under- effect on male reproductive function and to sons—changes that do not alter the se- graduate and graduate students and was part sperm viability of pseudoscorpions—reduc- quence of DNA, but rather alter the way genes of a project funded by the National Science ing viability by up to 25 percent—and now we are expressed. Foundation, which is investigating factors know that effect is passed on to the next gen- Despite more than six decades of therapeu- contributing to low male fertility. eration,” said David Zeh, chair of the Depart- tic and agricultural use that has resulted in the —Mike Wolterbeek ’02 ment of Biology in the College of Science. evolution of widespread bacterial resistance,

Summer Session 2012 presents Summer Concerts and Watermelon on the Quad! Voted one of Reno Gazette-Journal’s “Best Family Outings” — free Watermelon Wednesday concerts on the Quad are fun for all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and join us from 6-8 p.m. on these Wednesdays: July 11: Tim Snider and Sound Society July 18: Disney (Reno Municipal Band) July 25: JellyBread Aug. 1: Whitney Myer Band Aug. 8: HomeMade Jam Aug. 15: Tim Snider and Sound Society Food will be available for purchase. For more information visit www.summersession.unr.edu. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE & BLUE SILVER NEVADA

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25 niversity News U Research discovery signals new hope for patients with congenital muscular dystrophy Photo by Laura Levin The nation’s leading scientists and clini- be an effective therapy for congenital muscular Pharmacological researcher Dean Burkin is cians exploring treatment breakthroughs for dystrophy in mice. The University has licensed working with a biotech company through a congenital muscular dystrophy convened this the protein to a biotech company working to licensing agreement to develop a therapy for spring at the University’s Center for Molecular develop a human version of the protein for muscular dystrophy. Medicine, where research by Dean Burkin has further testing and clinical trials. led to a potential therapy. Congenital muscular dystrophy is a rare Burkin, a University of Nevada School of group of diseases that causes muscle weak- the myomatrix) marks a step ahead since Medicine pharmacological researcher and ness at birth. The first national conference on the last meeting,” Burkin said of the confer- faculty member, presented his work on a congenital muscular dystrophy was held in ence, which received grant funding from the naturally occurring protein showing promise Atlanta in 2009 and took a broad look at the National Institutes of Health and the support as a therapy for muscular dystrophy. Initially science and therapeutic options being explored of three NIH research institutes. shown to be an important finding for Duch- at that time. Since then, findings have led the “It’s possible that if we discover a common enne muscular dystrophy, the most common scientific community to center its work on the pathway or mechanism, we might be able to form of muscular dystrophy, Burkin’s contin- myomatrix, which is the junction between treat the diseases with a single drug,” he added. ued research, recently published in the Ameri- muscle and the extracellular matrix. —Jane Tors ’82 can Journal of Pathology, shows the protein to “The singular focus of our conference (on

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Enroll today at www.extendedstudies.unr.edu | (775) 784-4062 | 1-800-233-8928 NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 26 ook Shelf Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas Memoirs provide a glimpse into the past and a path to healing What began as a way for Lloyd Root ’48 live it all over again.” (mining engineering) to recover from a minor A longtime supporter of the University’s stroke grew into the autobiography, Telling it Basque Studies Program, Lloyd’s maternal Like it Was: My First Quarter Century. grandparents were both Basque. Sunday din- Lloyd Root ’48 is the author of the book, Telling For five years, Lloyd, 92, and his wife, Diane, ners were a feast for 20 that included meats, it Like it Was: My First Quarter Century. sat side-by-side, working to recall his earliest sweetbreads and other Basque delicacies. memories, which spanned two world wars, His father, Lloyd Root Sr. ’16 (mining Prohibition, the Great Depression and the engineering), was a state mineralogist who ran expansion of air travel. They created a timeline gold mines in Mexico, California and Alaska. journey that included mountains of red tape and filled in the gaps with Lloyd’s recollec- His mother, Elvira, guided him through the and time in the “brig” at Mare Island for tions of his ancestry, early family life and the years. Lloyd says the best part about writing speaking up about safety issues. changes all around them. His hometown of this book was revisiting memories of her. The couple kept the book a secret until it San Francisco was completing its resurrection Along the way, he helped his father make was done. Lloyd presented a copy of the book NEVADA SILVER & BLUE & BLUE SILVER NEVADA after the 1906 earthquake. Politics, music and bathtub gin during Prohibition, followed in his to his son, an avid reader, by simply saying, “I technology were transforming the American father and grandfather’s footsteps in mining, hope you haven’t read this one.” landscape. And a young Basque boy was com- found and lost love as many did during war- They are now working on a book chroni- ing of age in an Italian, French, Irish, Latino, time, and settled a score or two with his fists cling 30 years of marriage. Lloyd has recovered Serbian and Greek neighborhood, where kids (before vowing to find a better way to resolve from the stroke; few know it ever happened. still played ball in the streets, settled their own conflicts). Telling it Like it Was: My First Quarter Cen- • fights and had a heck of a good time. But for young Lloyd, it was aviation that had tury is available at the ASUN Wolf Shop in the 2012 Summer “I’ve had a very good life,” Lloyd says, “and the most impact. By the time he was 25, Lloyd Joe Crowley Student Union. in writing this book, it was like being able to was a World War II Navy pilot, an arduous —Roseann Keegan

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Football’s Brett Roy ’12 and softball’s Mallary Roy, Darby win Doc Martie and Darby, Class of 2013, are Nevada’s top senior Ruth Russell awards student-athletes this year. Brett Roy ’12 (speech communications) and Roy earned first-team All-America honors She also recorded two shutouts, including her senior Mallary Darby have been named the from Sports Illustrated in 2011, the only player second career no-hitter against Boston College 2011-12 Doc Martie and Ruth I. Russell Award from a non-BCS conference school on the first at Hixson Park on March 6, 2011. Darby ranks winners as the University of Nevada’s top male team. He led the Western Athletic Confer- third in the Nevada career record book in and female senior student-athletes. ence in tackles for loss (18.5) and sacks (10) in nearly every pitching category, including wins “Brett Roy and Mallary Darby are very 2011. A 2011 first-team All-WAC honoree, Roy (40), appearances (12), starts (98), complete deserving recipients of our department’s ends his career tied for third on the Nevada games (5), shutouts (9), innings pitched (607.2) most prestigious awards,” said Cary Groth, single-season list for tackles for loss, eighth in and strikeouts (510), while her two career Nevada director of Athletics. “Brett and Mal- career TFLS (33.0) and tied for fourth in both no-hitters are also the best in school history. lary turned in outstanding careers and have career and single-season sacks (18 career and She produced the finest freshman season by a left their mark in the Nevada record book. 10 in 2011). He helped the Wolf Pack to bowl Wolf Pack pitcher in 2009, turning in a 12-8 They are both great representatives of what games in each of his four years as well as a 13-1 record with a 3.11 earned-run average and 177 student-athletes should be on the field, in the record and a WAC co-championship in 2010 strikeouts on the year. She also tossed the first classroom and in the as a junior. A starter in all games in each of his no-hitter of her career and the third in school Pack Track community.” last two years, he was second on the team with history with an 8-0 shutout of Boise State on stories by The awards are 14.5 TFLs and 8.0 sacks in his breakout junior April 11, 2009. Rhonda Lundin, named for J.E. “Doc” year. He won the team’s Blackout Award as a “Winning the prestigious Ruth Russell associate athletics Martie, a former Ne- junior and was named the Outstanding Special Award is a great honor for Mallary Darby, and director for vada men’s basketball Teams Player as a sophomore in 2010. is a wonderful culmination to a great career communications coach and admin- “Brett was an absolute pleasure to coach,” at Nevada,” said Matt Meuchel, head softball istrator, and Ruth I. said Wolf Pack football coach Chris Ault. “As coach. “Mallary has achieved many great Russell, a former director of women’s athletics. an All-American and now the senior athlete of things in the classroom, on the diamond and Student-athletes are nominated by their head the year, he will always represent the very best in the community during her career at the Summer 2012 • coaches and must be in their final year of about our university and program.” University of Nevada, Reno, and it is nice to eligibility and in good academic standing. A pitcher from Sparks, Nev., Darby is lead- see her honored for that commitment.” The award winners are chosen in a vote by the ing the team with a 3.42 ERA, six wins and athletics department staff. eight complete games in 2012. She won 12 A defensive lineman from Yucaipa, Calif., games in 2011, going the distance 24 times. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 28 P ack Tracks ack

2012 Nevada Nevada gears up for first Football Schedule season in Mountain West Sept. 1 at California The 2012-13 season will mark the Uni- Air Force and New Mexico. Sept. 8 South Florida versity of Nevada’s first full season in the “I am looking forward to this transition Sept. 15 Northwestern Mountain West Conference with all of the to the new conference and becoming more State Wolf Pack teams welcoming a host of new familiar with the teams in this league,” said opponents to Reno. Nevada coach Chris Ault. “I like the balance Sept. 22 at Hawaii* Coming off its eighth consecutive bowl of home and away games as you go through Sept. 29 at Texas State appearance, the Wolf Pack football team is the schedule with no long stretches one way Oct. 6 Wyoming* gearing up for another exciting campaign in or the other. I also like where the bye week Oct. 13 at UNLV* 2012. Nevada will have six games at Mackay falls in the schedule. Overall, it’s a good Stadium as part of the Wolf Pack’s 12-game schedule and we’re ready to get going.” Oct. 20 San Diego State* schedule. Season tickets are available in all areas Oct. 26 at Air Force* After a strong non-conference schedule, of Mackay Stadium with prices ranging Nov. 10 Fresno State* which includes the Sept. 1 season opener at from $85 for general admission to $150 for Nov. 17 at New Mexico* Cal and a home game against Bowl Cham- reserved (some areas require an additional pionship Series foe South Florida on Sept. 8, donation to the Pack Educational Fund). Dec. 1 Boise State* Nevada will play host to Mountain West op- For information or to purchase season * Mountain West Conference game. ponents Wyoming, San Diego State, Fresno tickets, please call or visit the Link Piazzo Schedule subject to change. State and Boise State at Mackay Stadium. Ticket Office at Legacy Hall at (775) Visit nevadawolfpack.com for more info. The Wolf Pack will play road games against 348-PACK (7225) or online at Hawaii, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, www.nevadawolfpack.com.

53 Wolf Pack student-athletes and spirit team members celebrate graduation

A combined 53 Wolf Pack student-athletes resent a variety of majors, including: biology, representing 15 sports teams graduated this general studies, community health sciences, spring and summer. marketing, speech communications, busi- The Wolf Pack football team is represented ness management, criminal justice, human by 10 student-athletes, while Nevada’s skiing development and family studies, communi- program has seven graduates. The Wolf Pack cation studies, animal science, international baseball team is represented by six gradu- affairs, psychology, mechanical engineering, ates, while Nevada’s softball and track and health ecology, international business, jour- field teams announced five student-athlete nalism, civil engineering, accounting and Basketball student-athletes Tahnee Robinson graduates each. Nevada’s men’s basketball, information systems, social work, elementary ’12 and Dario Hunt ’12 are among the 53 Wolf

women’s basketball, rifle and soccer teams education and economics. Pack student-athletes who earned their degrees & BLUE SILVER NEVADA have three graduates each, the men’s golf and Including the 53 spring and summer grad- this spring and summer. men’s tennis teams are each represented by uates, Nevada has seen 469 of its student- two graduates, and the Wolf Pack women’s athletes graduate in the past seven years. The summer,” said Cary Groth, Nevada director golf, swimming and diving, women’s tennis Wolf Pack’s graduation success rate is at its of athletics. “We wish them the best of luck and volleyball team have one graduate each. all-time high of 78 percent and has improved as they leave the University of Nevada with •

In addition, eight members of the Wolf in each of the last seven years. their degrees and enter the next phase of 2012 Summer Pack spirit squad have earned their degrees “We are so proud of all of the Wolf Pack their lives.” this spring and summer. student-athletes who have reached the Nevada’s graduating student-athletes rep- ultimate goal of graduation this spring and 29

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Inside Alumni President’s Letter / Alumni Council ...... 32 Class Chat ...... 32 Senior Scholars ...... 34 Kickin’ it with K-von | Companion Pass ...... 35 Emeriti Notes ...... 37 & BLUE SILVER NEVADA Chapter Updates ...... 40 Gatherings: 2012 Spring Commencement, Herz Gold Medalist . 42 Gatherings: Alumni Graduation Celebration, Golden Reunion ‘62, Distinguished Nevadan ...... 43 Gatherings: Recruitment Events ...... 44 • Summer 2012 Summer Family Tree Challenge ...... 45 Remembering Friends ...... 46 Photo by Theresa Danna-Douglas 31 Message from the President

lumni Dear alumni family, Nevada Alumni Council Good news abounds. Executive Committee A With a record number of Jeff Pickett ’89 graduates during Spring President Commencement, I am Julie (Van Houk) Rowe ’94 happy to report that last Past President month we added over Jeff Pickett ’89 Rita (Mann) Laden ‘96Ed.D. 2,200 graduates, who join President Treasurer/President-elect Nevada Alumni Lifetime Member the 1,443 graduates from Chad Blanchard ’93, ’03M.S., ‘09MBA

KEY Nevada Alumni Annual Member winter and summer 2011, to add more than Vice President for Student Outreach 3,600 to our family of more than 80,000 Ty Windfeldt ‘01 alumni. Vice President for Membership and Marketing ‘50s It was a great privilege to address the Class Ro Lazzarone ‘03 Eppie G. Johnson ’51 (business administra- of 2012 and include in my remarks that our Vice President for Community Outreach tion) was recently recognized by the State of Class Chat alma mater is ranked by U.S. News & World Seema (Bhardwaj) Donahoe ‘02 California for decades of accomplishments Report in the top 100 for public schools, and Vice President for Chapter Development and community involvement. Eppie founded for another year, has moved up in the Tier 1 Eppie’s Great Race, known as the world’s old- University rankings, to 181. Board Members est triathlon, in 1974. The race, which will be Mary-Ann (Merlo) Brown ’85, ‘96M.A. held July 21 and benefits Sacramento County I’m sure we would all agree that although Therapeutic Recreation Services, features a Nick Butler ‘02 we are proud of our recent Tier 1 status and 5.82-mile run, 12.5-mile bike and 6.35-mile Matt Clafton ’93 nudging up the ranks, we will not rest on paddle along the scenic American River Park- our laurels at 181. Tim Crowley ‘92 way in Rancho Cordova and Sacramento. As alumni, we have a direct influence on Orion Cuffe (Graduate Student Association) improving that ranking, which is based in Jim Dakin ’74, ’79M.Ed. part on alumni support. The easiest way James Eason ‘95 ‘60s Susan A. (Carey) Cuddy ’69 for you to have an impact is to become a Jill (Johnson Fielden) ‘91 (nursing) retired from the United States Navy after 38 years as a dues-paying member of the Nevada Alumni Cary Groth (Director, Intercollegiate Athletics, captain in the Navy Nurse Corps. Association. ex officio member) I encourage you to visit alumni.unr.edu and Stephanie (Clemo) Hanna ‘96 Gary C. Johnson ’69 (elementary education) join as a new member, or renew if your Buzz Harris ‘90 retired from public education after 40 years of membership has lapsed. You can also look Caesar Ibarra ‘00 service. Gary finished his professional career for the Nevada Alumni Association tent this William Magrath ‘73 one and a half months after the birth of his summer on the Quad during the Pack Picnic Deborah Pierce ‘86 grandson, Cohen James Johnson, and four events—always a good time. months before his wife, Celeste M. (Tavernia) Brad Platt ‘00 Johnson ’73 (medical technology), retired I always say that the best part of being an David Pressler ‘82MPA active alum is that you get to enjoy all of the from the University’s College of Science. Erin Russell ‘00 fun aspects of college life, without the mid- James F. Huckaby ’71M.Ed. (school adminis- terms and final exams. Brian Saeman ‘98 Lauren Sankovich ’98 tration) was recently inducted into the Nevada Mark your calendar for October 4-6 because Victor Sherbondy ’95, ‘00M.A. Interscholastic Athletic Association Hall of Homecoming will be here before you Fame. James has spent 29 of his 30 years of Tim Suiter ‘91 know it. You’ll want to join us to kick off the school service working for Lander County. football season with a big opening game Jocelyn Weart ‘00 He is serving his third term as a Lyon County against Cal—that’s right, we open our Huili Weinstock (ASUN President) School District trustee 2010 was awarded the season on Labor Day weekend on the road Nevada Association of School Administrators’ against the Bears from Berkeley. Staff Members School Board Director of the Year award. Keep your eyes and ears open for John K. Carothers Vice President, Development & Alumni Relations information on the alumni pre-game party in Berkeley, and don’t forget to stop by Bruce Mack ‘70s Legacy Hall during all home games for the Associate Vice President, Development & Alumni Don C. Wood ’72 (accounting) is the direc- Nevada Alumni Association tailgate … and Relations tor of risk management at Sunsweet Growers Lifetime Members get in free! Amy J. (Zurek) Carothers ‘01M.A. Inc., responsible for overseeing property and Summer 2012 • Director, Alumni Relations casualty insurance, claims, natural condition Battle Born. Battle Ready. Christy (Upchurch) Jerz ‘97 inventory analysis and crop pool fund- Assistant Director, Alumni Relations ing. Don was recently honored by Certified Juliane Di Meo Risk Managers International for his leader- Alumni Program Manager ship and professionalism in the field of risk Jeff Pickett ’89, President Hope Hepner management. Don was awarded a certificate University of Nevada Alumni Council NEVADA SILVER & BLUE Administrative Assistant II 32 A Class Chat lumni

Don C. Wood ’72 Mary-Ellen (Cain) Valerie (Rose) Glenn ’76 Michael J. McCabe ’76 McMullen ’73

of achievement recognizing five consecutive Michael J. McCabe ’76 (managerial sciences) Meadows Regional Planning Commission. He years of active affiliation with Certified Risk has joined Coldwell Banker Commercial in is a 25-year member of the Reno Elks Club, has Managers International. Reno as a senior vice president and princi- served on the board of directors of the Greater pal. He will work in all areas of commercial Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce and spent Mary-Ellen (Cain) McMullen ’73 (English) and industrial real estate. Michael is a past five years on the board of trustees for the Reno- is the newest member of the Nevada Women’s board member of the Dermody Properties Tahoe Airport Authority. Michael also serves Fund Hall of Fame, which recognizes indi- Foundation, has served as vice-chairman and on the board of directors of the Reno Air Race viduals whose philanthropy and volunteer chairman of the City of Sparks Planning Com- Association. work on behalf of northern Nevada’s women mission and as vice chairman of the Truckee and families have made a significant and lasting difference. In addition to her board positions with the Nevada Women’s Fund, she has served as vice-chair of the Reno Commis- sion on the Status of Women and as a board member of Planned Parenthood, United Way, Nevada Humanities Committee, Friends of the College of Education and the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation Board of Trustees. She also chaired the Bishop Manogue Catholic High School Board of Trustees and served as vice president of Junior League of Reno.

Mark C. Shonnard ’74 (mathematics) has been named senior vice president, business development of IC Potash Corp. Mark is a mining executive with 25 years of management in natural resource development. His responsibilities at the company will include strategic planning, formulating and negotiating joint-venture

agreements, establishing and negotiating com- & BLUE SILVER NEVADA mercial relationships, and coordinating with

regulators and other stakeholder groups. Photo courtesy of NYSE Tahoe Resources senior executives and family members applaud as the company rings the opening bell at the Valerie (Rose) Glenn ’76 (journalism) was New York Stock Exchange May 8. The Canadian company with headquarters in Reno is also listed on the Toronto named chairwoman of the 2012 Salute to Stock Exchange. From left, VP Investor Relations Ira Gostin; Maureen Rovig; Priscilla Hofmeister; Chairman of Women of Achievement event by the Nevada

the Board Dan Rovig; Senior VP NYSE of Euronext John Merrell; Founder, President and CEO Kevin McArthur ‘79 • Women’s Fund. She previously served as (mining engineering); Chuck McArthur; Michelle McArthur; VP & General Counsel Edie Hofmeister; Olivia Sassy; 2012 Summer chairwoman in 1993. Valerie is CEO of The EVP and COO Ron Clayton; VP Exploration Brian Brodsky ‘78 (geology); VP and CFO Jaime Móndragon. Glenn Group.

33 lumni A Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas Senior Scholars The University of Nevada, Reno and the Nevada Alumni Association were proud to recognize graduates with one of the most prestigious awards at the University of Nevada–the Senior Scholar distinction–on May 17. The top graduating student and his or her faculty mentor from each college were honored at an awards ceremony in the Joe Crowley Student Union. FRONT ROW: Aaron Benedetti and Charley Voos. SECOND ROW: Mentor Leah Skladany, Patricia Milham, mentor Rosemary McCarthy, Catherine Stokes, Cassandra Allen, Gina Rosa and Mathew Neben. BACK ROW: Mentor Scott Mensing, Matthew Barnes, mentor Dale Holcombe, mentor James Mardock, mentor David Crowther, mentor Rahul Bhargava and mentor Kam Leang.

College of Agriculture, Biotechnology College of Education Reynolds School of Journalism and Natural Resources Gina Rosa - GPA 3.97 Catherine Stokes - GPA 3.938 Cassandra Allen - GPA 4.00 Mentor: David Crowther Mentor: Rosemary McCarthy Mentor: Dale Holcombe Division of Health Sciences College of Engineering College of Science Patricia Milham - GPA 3.969 Charley Voos - GPA 3.971 Matthew Barnes - GPA 4.00 Mentor: Leah Skladany Mentor: Kam Leang Mentor: Scott Mensing College of Business College of Liberal Arts Mathew Neben - GPA 4.00 Aaron Benedetti - GPA 4.00 Herz Gold Medalist Mentor: James Mardock Mentor: Rahul Bhargava

‘80s conducting construction inspections for the y Desarrollo Minero del Norte, S.A. de C.V., a City of Henderson at Cornerstone Park and geological services company based in Chihua- Denise C. (Flynn) Hausauer ’83 (business for the City of Las Vegas at a parking structure hua, Mexico, and has more than 25 years of education), ’92M.Ed. (educational leadership), for the new City Hall. The Clark County Water professional experience in economic geology principal at Damonte Ranch High School in Reclamation District recently selected the firm in the U.S. and Latin America with numerous Reno, has been named the High School Prin- to perform the geotechnical engineering for a publications to his credit. cipal of the Year by the Washoe County School 13-mile pipeline through the middle of town. District for the 2011-2012 school year. Carol C. Baisinger-Criddle ’88 (logistics

Summer 2012 P. Craig Gibson ’87M.S. ’92Ph.D.

• (geology), management) has completed her first year as Gregory P. DeSart ’87 (geological engineer- (geology) was appointed to the board of direc- the customer service coordinator at the Sparks ing) has more than 20 years of experience with tors of Garibaldi Resources Corp. Craig is a distribution center of Exel, the world’s largest geotechnical and environmental engineering, certified professional geologist and member third-party logistics provider. She is in charge drilling operations, materials testing and con- of the American Institute of Professional of customer relations with current customers struction inspection. In 1992, Greg founded Geologists. He is the founder of Prospeccion and assists with special projects. Carol was the GES, which now employs 30 people. GES is NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 34 A lumni

Denise C. (Flynn) Gregory P. DeSart ’87 Carol C. Baisinger- P. Nicolaus Brunson ’88 Rodger W. Stone ’88 Kerri L. Garcia ’92 Hausauer ’83 Criddle ’88 first logistics graduate from the University and of the Economic Development Authority of ‘90s has been working in the industry since 1985. Western Nevada, the Builders Association of Kevin D. Lazarcheff ’90 (veterinary science) Northern Nevada, Western Industrial Nevada, has been elected to the board of governors of P. Nicolaus Brunson ’88 (management) is a the CCIM Institute and the Nevada Museum the California Veterinary Medical Association. fourth year adjunct faculty member of Orga- Association. Rodger is an honors graduate of nizational and Interpersonal Behavior at the the National Commercial Lending Graduate Kerri L. Garcia ’92 (journalism) has been University of Nevada, Reno. Nick recently au- School of the American Bankers Association at named the community relations and devel- thored and self-published Don’t Bully Me For the University of Oklahoma. opment manager for Microsoft Licensing My Lunch Money–Or My Vote! He received his in Reno. Kerri will be assisting Microsoft in MBA from the University of Phoenix in 2003. Julie L. Ardito ’89 (journalism) joined Gov. developing relationships and shaping the way Brian Sandoval’s senior staff as the director of external audiences view and interact with the Rodger W. Stone ’88 (finance) has accepted a community affairs and constituent services. company in northern Nevada through focused position as vice president and senior loan of- She will oversee external communications, community and public relations, project man- ficer with First Independent Bank. A Reno na- community outreach, and constituent corre- agement and business development. tive, Rodger has 26 years of banking and com- spondence and service. Julie has more than 20 mercial lending experience and specializes in years of experience in Nevada with a back- Gregory D. Reeder ’92M.A. (counseling commercial/industrial and real estate lending. ground in economic development, tourism, and educational psychology) retired from He is secretary of the Nevada Dispute Resolu- and corporate and nonprofit communications. education after completing 30 years of service tion Coalition, a committee member of the As- In 2010, she became certified as an Accredited in Elko County, Nev., and three years in sociated General Contractors, and a member Public Relations Professional. Kickin’ it with K-von | Companion Pass

knowledge, deciding that this person would have to fell in love with them all over again. The mundane be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind uncomfortable plane rides became fun. … OK, who am I kidding? This person would have to There was excitement even in the little things: not bug the hell out of me. Say had never been through the TSA metal Shall I choose my girlfriend? Well, first I’d have to detectors before. Waltzing right through the security find one. Plus, that would just cost me more money checkpoint, I turned back to see him fumbling in dinner, travel and entertainment fees in the long around with his shoes, his belt and the laptop. Say Never one to keep track of my credit card benefits, run. Family members were out because they don’t live was being reprimanded, and all his liquids were last year I flew more than usual, unwittingly racking near me. Friends were busy and couldn’t up and leave being confiscated while he was swabbed for bombs. up over 100,000 points—enough to qualify for a every time I jump on a plane … oh yeah, and I don’t Truthfully, it brought a tear to my eye, reminding me Southwest Airlines Companion Pass. My first thought have many of those left either. of a younger version of myself … back when I was 5. was “Woohoo!” followed by, “What’s a companion I began to panic, thinking this pass would soon go Six months and 40 flights later, it’s as if I’ve adopted pass?” Turns out it allowed me to pick one person and to waste. Then I remembered my buddy, Say Em, an a full-grown adult child from a Third World country. bring them along for free on any flight I took in 2012. up-and-coming comedian of Cambodian descent. As I write this, Say is looking through his window The card arrived and I could hardly believe it. Say lives at home in Long Beach, Calif., and has never from 30,000 feet, shouting, “Everything looks so little & BLUE SILVER NEVADA This must have been how Charlie felt discovering ventured outside of the city limits in his entire life. On from up here!” to anyone who will listen. the Golden Ticket into the chocolate factory. Who my standup tour he’d be able to see the sights, help Now the question is, who to pick for next year? would I bestow this honor upon? Who would be the with my writing sessions and ‘open’ for me at all the lucky recipient of more than $15,000 worth of free colleges. He jumped at the opportunity and excitedly K-von ’03 (marketing) is a Nevada alum and airfare? Like lottery winners who keep their success journeyed with me to places that I’ve already been comedian. His videos and tour schedule are available • private, I discreetly screened people without their to several times. As we traveled, I realized perhaps at www.K-vonComedy.com 2012 Summer I had taken these great locations for granted and

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Donald L. Freeman ’93 Bruce E. Meissner ’94 Caryn S. Tijsseling ’94 Eric A. Escobar ’99 and Julio E. Escobar ’02

California. Greg is currently the operations by the Washoe County School District for the Women Lawyers Association and a board supervisor for Coach America. The company 2011-2012 school year. Bruce is the principal of member of the State Bar of Nevada, construc- transports workers to the gold mines in east- Clayton Middle School in Reno. tion law section. ern Nevada. Caryn S. Tijsseling ’94 (political science), Eric A. Escobar ’99 (health science) and his Donald L. Freeman ’93 (marketing) has a partner at Lewis and Roca LLP, has been brother, Julio E. Escobar ’02 (biology), both been promoted to associate vice president and named a board member for the Nevada have private dental practices in northern financial advisor of Morgan Stanley Smith chapter of the March of Dimes. Caryn is also Nevada. Eric and Julio completed their doctor Barney’s wealth management office in Reno. a member of the Nevada Bankruptcy Bar of dental surgery studies at the University of Association, the Northern Nevada Attorney Michigan and have returned to Reno to serve Bruce E. Meissner ’94 (history) has been Disciplinary Panel, the Northern Nevada the community. named the Middle School Principal of the Year Wolf cubs RoLayne L. Teresa A. (Kulesza) (McClure) Allen ’02 Goodwin ’02 (civil (English) and Steve engineering) and Elliott Allen would like R. Goodwin ’03 (civil to introduce their Engineering), ’05M.S. daughter, McKenzie (civil engineering) Ann Allen, born welcomed their first May 26, 2011. She daughter, Mackenzie joins older brother, Grace Goodwin, on Oct. Austin, age 2. 10, 2011.

Allison (Remillard) Nichole B. (Warren) Anderson ’09 (journalism) Jensen ’07 (management) and Cole E. Anderson ’10 and John D. Jensen ’05 (geography) welcomed (finance)celebrated the birth Grace Everleigh Anderson of their first son, Justin on Nov. 8, 2011. Dyer, on Nov. 3, 2011.

Christa K. (Avena) Bowman Summer (Sanders) ’08 (elementary education/ Kaufman ’00 (art) and special education) and Charles E. Kaufman ’98 Matthew R. Bowman ’09 (interior design) are the (accounting) welcomed their proud parents of Chloe daughter, Adalene Lawrence, Anne, born in January on March 3, 2012. 2010, and Carter Edwin, born in July 2011. Natalia Callahan ’12Ph.D. (educational leader- Shannon R. Michelson ship) and her husband, ’08M.D. and Andrew C. Silas R. Callahan ’07 Michelson ’08M.D. are Summer 2012 • (civil engineering), ’10M.S. pleased to announce the birth (civil and environmental of their son, William Wayne, engineering), are pleased to born April 20, 2011. announce the birth of their son, Grayson Brodric Cal- lahan, on Nov. 30, 2011. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 36 A lumni

Aaron C. Robyns ’00, Deanna R. LeBlanc ’01 James F. Gibson ’02 ’09MBA

‘00s recently published his debut novel, The Flamer. with faculty emerita status in business and Ben has published short stories and essays finance in June of 2011. She has enjoyed travel Aaron C. Robyns ’00 (gaming management), in various journals and is the lead author of to Boston, New York City, New Orleans, To- ’09MBA is the executive director of marketing Nanotechnology: Understanding Small Systems, ronto, Atlanta, Italy, Florida and Cancun since at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino. Aaron a university textbook in its second edition. retiring. has experience and expertise in marketing Ben received the Nevada Alumni Association’s and gaming from beginning as an intern Outstanding Young Alumnus Award in 2011. Deanna R. LeBlanc ’01 (elementary educa- with Harrah’s to his previous position as vice He lives in Reno with his wife and daughters. tion/special education) is Nevada’s Teacher of president of marketing with Red Hawk Casino the Year for 2012. Deanna recently traveled to in northern California. Linda R. Bedell ’01 (accounting) married Washington, D.C., to receive her award. While Richard Bedell Jr. in February of 2011. Linda there, she met President Barack Obama and Benjamin S. Rogers ’01 (mechanical engi- retired from the University of Nevada, Reno Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. She also neering), ’02M.S. (mechanical engineering)

Emeriti Notes

Steven G. Oberg, in the department of war studies and as emeritus faculty of a senior fellow at the International Center environment health for the Study of Radicalization and Political and safety, and his Violence, both at Kings College, University Vernon D. Luft Alice T. (McMorris) Good Leonard B. Weinberg wife, Bev, own and of London. While in London, he attended a ’78M.A. operate the Powell commemoration of the 9/11 attacks, which Butte Bison Ranch in were held at the British Academy. He also central Oregon. They participated in a conference on the future of Vernon D. Luft, emeritus faculty of raise and sell all-natural bison meat (American terrorism held at Pennsylvania State University. curriculum, teaching and learning, retired in buffalo), grass hay for horses and free-range Leonard’s book, The End of Terrorism?, was December 2010. Vernon and his wife, Liz, sold chicken eggs. published by Routledge in October 2011. their Reno home and moved to Fargo, N.D., to Keith A. Pierce, emeritus faculty of counseling Gordon I. Zimmerman, emeritus faculty of be closer to family. Since the move, they have and educational psychology, and his wife, speech communications and theater, performs

spent time getting settled into their home and & BLUE SILVER NEVADA Doris, retired in 1994 to Bothell, Wash., to be communication consulting and training for community. They are enjoying their grandkids’ near their granddaughters and family. They judges, lawyers and managers in the U.S. and athletic events and music concerts. have enjoyed travel, timeshares and summers Canada. The Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Alice T. (McMorris) Good ’78M.A. at Priest Lake, Idaho. Center is his favorite “office” when he is not (journalism), emerita faculty of Cooperative traveling, and he attends many campus Leonard B. Weinberg, emeritus faculty of events. Gordon has retained his University Extension, and Joan S. Zenan, emerita faculty political science, retired from the University of of medicine, traveled to Tucson, Ariz., for a email address, [email protected]. •

Nevada, Reno in June 2011. Leonard spent the 2012 Summer 50th anniversary celebration of their UCLA Chi Fall 2011 term in London as a visiting professor Omega sorority.

To submit an emeriti note—50 words or less—email [email protected] and include digital attachments. Or, you may send items to: Emeriti Notes/MS 0007, Reno, NV 89557-0162. 37 lumni A

Dean R. Byrne ’04 Steven E. Rose ’04 Kyle R. McCann ’05, Kerry L. (Colburn) Brittany L. Rubenau ’10 Timothy G. McCarthy ’11 ‘11M.S. Sutherland ’07

met with Senator Harry Reid and discussed Kerry L. (Colburn) Sutherland ’07 the importance of a growth-based assess- (journalism, French) has opened a boutique ment model and the need for funding to public relations and marketing agency, help with the implementation of the Com- K. Sutherland PR. With offices in Reno mon Core State Standards. The National and Irvine, Calif., the agency specializes Teacher of the Year Program is run by the in healthcare, travel, lifestyle brands and Council of Chief State School Officers. corporate communications.

James F. Gibson ’02 (management) has been promoted to regional sales manager ‘10s for Red Rock Financial Services. Most Maureen J. Mensing ’10 (accounting) recently, James served as the sales manager has joined the Community Foundation of for Red Rock Financial Services northern Western Nevada as an accounting associate. Nevada operations. He will now oversee the Maureen has 20 years of accounting experi- northern and southern Nevada operations, ence in technology and gaming marketing. as well as the company’s expansion into neighboring states. Brittany L. Rubenau ’10 (journalism) joined the Glenn Group as a media coor- Dean R. Byrne ’04 (finance) recently dinator. Brittany is responsible for media earned the Chartered Financial Analyst buying at the Nevada-based advertising, (CFA) designation. Dean is a senior port- interactive and public relations agency. She folio manager for the Whittier Trust Com- works with clients including Renown, the pany of Nevada, serving high net-worth Smith Center for the Performing Arts, the families and foundations. This designation Mob Museum, Grand Victoria Casino and is globally recognized as the definitive Buffalo Thunder Resort. Brittany represents standard used to measure investment the Glenn Group as director of commu- professionals. The CFA Institute promotes nications for Ad2 Reno, the American the highest educational, ethical and profes- Advertising Federation’s local organization sional standards in the investment industry. for young professionals. Dean is a member of the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation Investment Timothy G. McCarthy ’11 (economics) is Committee. the managing director of Ferrari-Carano Vineyards. Tim brings more than 30 years Steven E. Rose ’04 (journalism) was of experience in the wine industry. In his recently named to the board of trustees for new position, he is responsible for sales in the Ronald McDonald House Charities all markets throughout the country, estab- of northern Nevada. He will serve on the lishing and maintaining effective contacts scholarship and finance committees. Steven and relationships with key partners, and is also a partner and lead financial advisor working with Ferrari-Carano’s regional at Abowd & Rose Financial Group. sales managers and distributors.

Kyle R. McCann ’05 (finance),‘11M.S. (finance) is principal at Prutzman Wealth Management, an independent, fee-only Nevada Alumni Lifetime Member

KEY Nevada Alumni Annual Member wealth management firm in downtown Summer 2012 • Reno. Kyle provides comprehensive financial planning services to individuals, Submissions are due estates, trusts, charitable organizations and Aug. 1, 2012 and can be sent small businesses. to: [email protected]. We edit all submissions for style, clarity and length. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 38

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Chapter Updates

LEFT: Brady Gilkey, son of Cristie (Long) Gilkey ’98, says: “It’s never too early to start planning for Alumni Band!” MIDDLE: Francis Tran ’12, Mel- Anizi Abandte Bersaba ’12 (front row), Jovanna Casas ’12, Majid Reza Beheshtian ’12 and Elaine Abante Bersaba ’12 (back row) celebrate at the AAPI Graduation Celebration. TOP RIGHT: Kappa Delta Chi Sorority alumnae Elizabeth Sedano ’11 and Ebeth Palafox ’10 pose with current Kappa Delta Chi sister Citlali Hernandez Vite at the 5th Annual Stompin’ with the Pack Step Show April 7 at the Joe Crowley Student Union. RIGHT: Center for Student Cultural Diversity Alumni Chapter members Monika Mala ’10 and Jen Lau ’08, ’10MSW flank Shontarius Webb ’10.

Mel Anizi Abante-Bersaba. More than 30 graduates graced the stage Alumni Band to be pinned by Dr. Meredith Oda and Dr. Christina Samathanam. Cheer & Dance Alumni Chapter Kiara (Donohue) Wolf ’92, ’97M.Ed., [email protected] Pamela (Andres) Rutherford ’94, [email protected] The ceremony was immediately followed by a wonderful reception, It’s that time again: Time to start thinking about Alumni Band. where everyone was able to congratulate our new alumni and The chapter invites all former team members to visit us and join Now that we have a Homecoming date—Oct. 6—put it on your mingle. or renew their membership at the Nevada Alumni Association’s Pack calendar. Then, fill out your vacation request; see which friend will To join or learn more about the AAPI Alumni Chapter, please visit Picnic on the Quad Aug. 15. This event includes a free concert, fun let you stay with him; dig out your blue polo and make sure it fits; the Nevada Alumni Association website, alumni.unr.edu/chapters/. activities for the kids, food and more. buy reeds, sticks or valve oil. Finally, call the friends you marched Stay tuned for details on our 2012 Homecoming weekend with and convince them to come, too. The Center for Student Cultural events, which include a Homecoming social Oct. 5, and a Do you need more information? Email unrbandalum@hotmail. Homecoming tailgate and group outing to the big game Oct. 6 to com and get the answers you need. As a bonus, you will receive the Diversity Alumni Chapter cheer on the Wolf Pack like only we can. Chapter and membership monthly newsletter delivered to your inbox at no charge. But wait, Ellen (Wofford) Houston ’95, ’05M.A., [email protected] information are available at alumni.unr.edu. there’s more. If you act now, you won’t have to wear plastic shoes, Center alumni proudly supported the Multicultural Greek polyester or anything with plumes or fringe. Council’s 5th Annual Stompin’ with the Pack Step Show April 7. College of Business The exciting event was attended by 500 students, faculty and community members, as well as center alumni from all over the Alumni Association Asian American and Pacific Melissa Molyneaux ’06, [email protected] country who proudly wore their Greek letters. The competition was Islander Alumni Chapter once again fierce, but Sisters on a Move earned first place with their The College of Business Alumni Association held its 21st Annual Jennifer Lau ’08, ’10M.S.W., [email protected] dynamic performance. Golf Tournament May 10 at Wolf Run Golf Club. Major sponsors The Asian American and Pacific Islander Alumni Chapter, along The fun continues this summer. Be sure to check out the center’s included Wells Fargo, Sierra Nevada Corporation, Muckel Anderson with the Center for Student Cultural Diversity, co-sponsored the AAPI website at www.unr.edu/thecenter for the Summer Adventures CPAs and Downey Brand. First place, with a score of 60, went to Summer 2012 • Graduation Celebration May 11 in the Joe Crowley Student Union. blog, which follows current students and alumni. Learn what it’s the MetLife team of Brock Meyers, John Dayao, Jorgen Gustafson Approximately 150 attendees, including graduates, family members like to be the newly crowned Miss Cinco de Mayo. Tag along with and Carl Rueckl ’83. Second place, with a score of 62, went to the and friends, gathered to celebrate the academic achievements of students on humanitarian trips to Peru and Cambodia. Share the ex- Nevada Franchised Auto Dealers team. Third place was awarded to our AAPI graduates. The ceremony began with opening remarks periences of a new alumnus as he tries to become a big screen star. the Nevada State Development Corporation, with a score of 62. More from University President Marc Johnson, followed by an inspirational And, if you are a center alumnus with your own summer adventure than $8,000 was raised by the event for scholarships, student career speech from two of our student leaders and graduates, Elaine and to share, please email your story to [email protected]. activities and improvements to the college. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 40 TOP LEFT: The MetLife team of Brock Meyers, John Dayao, Jorgen Gustafson and Carl Rueckl ’83 took first place at the College of Business Alumni Association Golf Tournament May 10 at Wolf Run Golf Club. MIDDLE: Dr. Susie Bender ’03Ph.D. (center) poses with 2012 international graduates May 17. TOP RIGHT: Dr. Lisa Lyons ’88, ‘97M.D. (left) and Dean Thomas Schwenk (center) congratulate Dr. Frieda Hulka ’87, ’92M.D, the University of Nevada School of Medicine’s 2012 Alumna of the Year. RIGHT: University of Nevada School of Medicine alumni and friends tour the medical school campus April 27.

COBAA will co-sponsor a Pack Picnic on the Quad this summer. website at www.nevadaalumnisacramento.org or contact Steve Also this summer, watch for the new College of Business Alumni As- International Alumni Chapter Park, chapter president, (916) 367-6345 or [email protected]. Susan Bender ’03Ph.D., [email protected] sociation magazine. Look for more information on our membership mixer during Business Week, Sept. 17-21. The International Alumni Chapter held a reception May 17 to University of Nevada School honor graduating international students. Students, staff, faculty and friends from the U.S., Japan, China, Pakistan, Iran, South Korea, of Medicine Alumni Chapter Fallon Alumni Chapter Helen Gray, ’03, ‘08M.D., [email protected] Tina (Luke) Dakin ’71, ’84M.Ed., [email protected] Turkey and Switzerland were represented. The University of Nevada School of Medicine Alumni Chapter The Fallon Alumni Chapter recently presented four scholarships Native American held its inaugural Alumni Day April 27, which included lunch with to Churchill County High School graduates who will attend Nevada the dean of the medical school and current medical students. The in the fall. Two of the scholarships are the result of a generous Alumni Chapter day also included a tour of the new facilities on the medical school Sherry Rupert ’05, [email protected] donation from Susan Warren ’76. Thank you Susan! As always, our campus. That evening, Dr. Frieda Hulka ’87, ’92M.D. was honored as chapter has been busy planning events to raise additional scholar- The Native American Alumni Chapter hosted its annual gradu- our alumna of the year during the annual alumni reception. The class ship money. ation reception May 6. Each of the eight graduates in attendance of 1987 also celebrated their 25th reunion. Our chapter will co-sponsor a Pack Picnic on the Quad July 18. It received an honorary stole to wear at graduation and networked The alumni chapter looks forward to the upcoming matriculation will be great fun. with alumni. The chapter would like to thank Mona Buckheart ’72, of new medical students, along with welcoming the 2012 class to We’re packing a bus to join the Nevada Alumni Association for ’79M.Ed. for providing an inspirational speech during the reception. the alumni chapter. As always, we would like all alumni of the medi- Alumni Night at Aces Ballpark July 27. We’ll host a mystery bus Along with the University’s Native American Student Organi- cal school, including residents, to become involved. trip sometime in September. Finally, plans are progressing for an zation, the chapter co-sponsored a 5K Fun Run, Walk, Roll or Stroll overnight trip to Las Vegas for Wolf Pack vs. Rebel football Oct. 13. May 12. After the race, participants enjoyed a barbecue, complete For more information about upcoming events or our chapter, Young Alumni Chapter with hamburgers, hotdogs and desserts. All proceeds from the Derek Zielinski ’05, [email protected] please visit our Facebook page, University of Nevada Alumni As- event will benefit next year’s Powwow. sociation Fallon Chapter, or email [email protected]. If you are interested in joining the chapter or renewing your We would like to thank to everyone who came out for Beer Fest. We had another successful event, raising $18,000 for University

membership, please contact Kari Emm ’01, (775) 682-5928 or & BLUE SILVER NEVADA Greek Alumni Chapter [email protected], or Sherry Rupert, (775) 687-8333 or srupert@ scholarships. Mike McDowell ’03, [email protected] nic.nv.gov. Congratulations 2012 Nevada graduates! You can join the Young Alumni Chapter for just $10 a year. We have a full summer calendar, Tune into our Facebook page, facebook.com/NevadaGreeks, to so please check out nevadayac.com for more information about keep track of our summer events, including our famous Reno Aces Sacramento Alumni Chapter upcoming events and how to join. N Poker Walks, which raise funds for undergraduate scholarships. Steve Park ’99, [email protected]

We’re all ears when it comes to suggestions for great ways to • The Sacramento Alumni Chapter meets on the second Tuesday 2012 Summer bring Greek alumni together and support our Greek Community. of each month for lunch. For additional information, please visit our Show your pride—go Greek ... again!

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• (4) Shelace Shoemaker ’12 receives her master’s in education. the University’s history. Advanced degrees were all of our Gatherings presented May 18, while bachelor degrees were (5) Business graduates Bryce Richardson ’12, James Dunn (1) Mathew Neben ’12 with visit: www.unr.edu/ awarded May 19. Between the Winter 2011 and ’12 and Christian Talavera ’12. President Marc Johnson at silverandblue Spring 2012 Commencement ceremonies, the Commencement May 19. Neben University awarded a total of 3,762 degrees. (6) Esra Erdin ’12 received a master’s in computer science graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Baccalaureate degrees awarded by the University and engineering.

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state archivist Guy Louis Rocha and the late Sen. & BLUE SILVER NEVADA The Nevada Alumni Association hosted a luncheon Golden Reunion William Raggio ’48 (political science) were for new graduates, complete with entertainment Golden Reunion brought the Class of 1962 back to honored as Board of Regents Distinguished from Nevada alumnus K-von ’03 (marketing). campus May 18-19. The group became Nevadans during the May 18 Commencement. (1) Amaia Oiz ’12, Chelsea Currie ’12, associate vice reacquainted with campus, swapped (and denied) (1) Regent Jason Geddes ‘90, ‘95Ph.D., Chancellor Daniel president student life services Rita Laden ’96Ed.D., Derek stories and led the Commencement processional on the Quad clad in gold robes. Klaich ‘72 and wife, Denise ‘73, and Board of Regents chief

Nance ’12 and Kerry Booth ’12. • of staff Scott Wasserman at the Morrill Hall reception. 2012 Summer (2) Comedian K-von ’03 entertains the crowd of new (1) Members of the Class of 1962 pose for a class photo (2) Stanley Paher ‘69 with Dale Raggio, on behalf of her graduates with stories of life after graduation and first jobs. during the May 18 Golden Reunion dinner at the Joe Crowley Student Union. husband, the late Sen. William Raggio ‘48, and Guy Rocha. 43 atherings lumni A Photo by Gene Russell Photography Russell Gene by Photo

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(5) (6) Photos by Theresa Danna-Douglas enrollment at Nevada. Special thanks to Barrick with Emily Srok during the recruitment reception April 19 at Student Recruitment North America and Newmont for sponsoring the the Las Vegas Country Club. Events northeastern Nevada reception. (4) Nevada System of Higher Education Regent Kevin The Nevada Alumni Association and Office for (1) Southern Nevada prospective students meet University Melcher, former Regent Thalia Dondero and President Marc Prospective Students wrapped up this year’s representatives during a Las Vegas area recruitment Johnson at the Las Vegas Country Club event. student recruitment receptions in Las Vegas on reception at Canyon Gate Country Club April 18. (5) Prospective students speak with Nevada alumni Summer 2012 • May 19 at DragonRidge Country Club. Overall, (2) Alumni Council member Jim Dakin’74, ‘79M.Ed. and his council member Jill (Johnson) Fielden’91 at the northern more than 500 prospective students attended one wife, Tina ’71, ’84M.Ed., speak with event attendees at the Nevada recruitment event in the Joe Crowley Student Union of the eight receptions throughout Nevada and northeastern Nevada recruitment reception April 24 at the May 12. California. Attendees were able to speak with Western Folklife Center in Elko. University of Nevada, Reno administration, deans, (6) Gabriella Fiorelli, center, with parents John and Juli, and alumni, students services representatives and (3) University student ambassador Geoff Green and Thiereh Burgener, with parents Todd and Tracy, at the

NEVADA SILVER & BLUE current students, as well as finalize their executive vice president and provost Heather Hardy speak northern Nevada recruitment event. 44 Nevada Alumni Association Chapman Family Tree

Edwin N. Moore Allen R. Chapman Jane G. Chapman (emeritus faculty of physics) Helen R. Moore

Laurie C. (Chapman) Julie S. Ceremuga Mary Jo Hayes David S. Chapman Amie (Suder) (Chapman) Moore Eric N. Moore Julie A. Moore ’81 (pre-physical therapy) ’83A.A. (prekindergarten) ’88 (geology) Chapman ’91 (logistics management) ’89 (psychology)

George Lindsay Kyle Andrew M. Tracy (Owen) Kenyon Cassandra Sarah Chapman Chapman Hannah ’90 (journalism) ’94MBA Becca Abby Riley Sophie Drue Alaina Gary A. Chapman Logan ’85A.A. (electronic tech), ’88 Denise (Burke) (management), ’94MBA Chapman

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TOP LEFT: George, Becca, Laurie, Hannah, Cassandra and Abby, 2012. LEFT: Eric, Al, Lindsay, Julie, Amie, Dave (top row), Kyle, Sarah, Sophie, Alaina and Jane (bottom row), 2012. TOP RIGHT: Family Vacation in Graeagle, 2009. RIGHT: Trevor, Denise, Davis and Gary, 2012. For these siblings, Nevada has always been part of the family. The Chapman family may have ve siblings, but they’ve always considered the University of Nevada to be one of their own. Although there are 11 years separating the oldest, Dave, and youngest, Julie, most of their college years overlapped, making the University campus sort of like a second home to them. From spending nights listening to live music on the Quad to cheering on the Pack in football, basketball and baseball, the Chapmans will never forget the times that brought them closer together—both as Nevada fans and a Nevada family.

How many University of Nevada, Reno alumni make up your family tree? Let us know, and you could all be featured in an upcoming issue of Nevada Silver & Blue. For details, visit alumni.unr.edu or call 888.NV ALUMS. lumni emembering Friends A

Richard O. Kwapil Deane A. Stites John “Jack” A. Alice R. (Doyle) Deloy H. Anderson, Cecilia A. Melinda M. Steven W. Trinda L. (Choquette) Cassidy D. Goetz, Jr. ’43 Leggett ’48 Jr. ’51, ’57M.Ed. (Clayton) Cluff ’61 (MacKie) Denton ’61 Griswold ’82 McDaniel ’91 Williams ’94

Kenneth C. Williams ’49 (education), ’58M.Ed. Chris E. Harris ’71 (business) Faculty (education) May 7, 2012—Reno, Nev. Don C. Prusso ’58 (botany), emeritus faculty of biology April 12, 2012—Reno, Nev. (geology) April 3, 2012—Fernley, Nev. Donald J. Decker ’72M.S. Laurence W. Johnson ’50 (geological engineering) April 16, 2012—Bend, Ore. Deane A. Stites, School of Medicine clinical instructor Feb. 12, 2012—Arroyo Grande, Calif. (anthropology) April 23, 2012—Reno, Nev. Laura E. (Kersten) King ’75 Venus (Jolley) Marriage ’50 (physical education) April 30, 2012—Chico, Calif. John H. Woodbridge, School of Medicine professor April 14, 2012—Carson City, Nev. (social services corrections) March 28, 2012—Reno, Nev. Steven W. Griswold ’82 Deloy H. Anderson, Jr. ’51 (history), ’57M.Ed. May 1, 2012—Sparks, Nev. (school administration) Friends March 1, 2012—Reno, Nev. Mitchell E. Larson ’85MBA March 8, 2012—Reno, Nev. Roger R. Block Lelan A. Ceccarelli ’55 (economics) April 15, 2012—Washoe Valley, Nev. April 3, 2012—Sparks, Nev. James P. Martin ’85 (accounting) March 25, 2012—Washoe Valley, Nev. Joseph E. Duhart Virginia S. Palmer ’55 (education) March 3, 2012—Reno, Nev. March 2012—Reno, Nev. Sharon M. (Nelson) Meade ’85 (nursing) April 14, 2012—Yuma, Ariz. Richard O. Kwapil Donald L. Damon ’60 (electrical engineering) April 18, 2012—Reno, Nev. April 3, 2012—El Cerrito, Calif. Jeffrey E. Heath ’88 (biology) April 2, 2012—Reno, Nev. Edward C. Spoon, Sr. Cecilia A. (Clayton) Cluff ’61(English) May 11, 2012—Reno, Nev. March 12, 2012—Shafter, Calif. George E. Fry ’91 (electrical engineering), ’98MBA April 16, 2012—Reno, Nev. Alumni Melinda M. (MacKie) Denton ’61 (business education) Trinda L. (Choquette) McDaniel ’91 (social work) Terri L. Sonner March 5, 2012—Tiburon, Calif. April 17, 2012—Sparks, Nev. March 29, 2012—Sparks, Nev. Harvey J. McKibben ’61 (accounting) Cassidy D. Williams ’94 (general studies) John “Jack” A. Goetz, Jr. ’43 (electrical engineering) March 29, 2012—Mesa, Ariz. March 8, 2012—Schurz, Nev. March 12, 2012—Reno, Nev. John R. Gent ’65 (arts & science) Michael T. Johanns ’95 LOOK ONLINE H. Allen Gallaway ’47 (mechanical engineering) March 4, 2012—Sparks, Nev. (finance) April 21, 2012—Fernley, Nev. Feb. 20, 2012—Reno, Nev. For the full obituaries Ivan C. Slotto ’67 (counseling and educational visit: www.unr.edu/ John R. Gamble ’48 (agriculture), ’56M.Ed. psychology) Jessica M. Smith ’07 (interior silverandblue (education) March 16, 2012—Reno, Nev. design) Feb. 29, 2012—Carson City, Nev. May 8, 2012—Reno, Nev. Richard K. Macauley ’68 (journalism) Alice R. (Doyle) Leggett ’48 (psychology) May 3, 2012—Reno, Nev. Jacqueline F. Gartrell-Lane ’09 (psychology) April 13, 2012—Reno, Nev. Dec. 16, 2010—Reno, Nev.

Bruno Benna ’53 (physical education) Theodore Nigro April 1, 2012—Reno, Nev. June 6, 2012—Reno, Nev. Summer 2012

• Bruno Benna played basketball at Nevada under coach Jake Lawlor Theodore “Ted” Nigro was a tireless advocate for the Orvis School of and co-founded C.B. Concrete Company with teammate Ingvart Nursing. Through his work with the Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Christensen. Together with his wife, Edna, he created the Bruno and and other foundations, he stewarded numerous nursing scholarships Edna Benna Endowment for Excellence in the Fine Arts. They were and the Arthur Orvis Endowed Chair of Nursing. Ted studied pre- named Distinguished Nevadans in 1991. Bruno, a Foundation trustee medicine at the University of California, Berkeley until the attack on Pearl emeritus, was a 1993 Alumni Association Alumnus of the Year. Harbor. He went to work on the family olive ranch in Calaveras County, Calif., and was drafted into the Army in 1943. He later became a well-respected banker and trust officer in Reno. NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 46 These Mackay School alums dig their alma mater.

Jack Crowell ’53 Dan Inouye ’07MS Lifetime member Lifetime member

Cory Hunt ’08 Member since 2012 Margery Carr ’51, Richard Harris ’64M. Ed. ’69, ’95MS Member since 2009 Member since 2007

VALID THRU And they have the card to prove it. Their disciplines range from geography to hydrogeology to mining engineering to geological engineering. Yet each of these Nevada alums share two common bonds—they all graduated from the Mackay School and they all support the Nevada Alumni Association. By staying connected to their alma mater through news updates, special events, campus happenings and more, these leading scientists are our kind of rock stars.

Nevada Alumni Association | www.unr.edu/alumni • 775.784.6620 • 888.NV ALUMS Once Nevada. Always

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: Lombardi Recreation Center | ASUN Bookstore | Silver & Blue Out tters | The Lil’ Wal | Somersett Golf & Country Club | and 250,000 more local and national vendors. What I’ve Done With My Life Gene McClelland ’71 (chemistry), ’78M.S. (metallurgical engineering)

In 1986, Gene McClelland ’71 (chemistry), ’78M.S. (metallurgical engineering) started McClelland Laboratories with $10,000 borrowed from his MasterCard. Twenty-six years later, he remains president and CEO of Sparks-based McClelland Laboratories, Inc., which has 100 employees, including a number of University of Nevada, Reno graduates, and serves the mining industry throughout the world. Like many students, Gene juggled work, life and academics. His plate was particularly full with plans to become a dentist, two full-time jobs, a full course load of credits, and a family at home that included his wife, Patricia (Smith) McClelland ’93 (English), ’99M.Ed. (secondary education), and their young daughter. Before graduating, Gene changed his major to chemistry, taking a job as a laboratory technician at the U.S. Bureau of Mines, Reno Research

Center. He thought having one full-time job Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas would improve his grades, but his scores still Gene ’71, ’78M.S. and Patti (Smith) McClelland ’93, ’99M.Ed., at their Sparks, Nev., home. Gene suffered in the midst of his juggling act. So he is president and CEO of Sparks-based McClelland Laboratories, Inc., which has 100 employees, decided to take two additional years of Army including many University of Nevada, Reno graduates. Gene is chairman of the Mackay School of ROTC at Nevada and was awarded an Army Earth Sciences and Engineering Executive Advisory Board. This year, he became a trustee of the scholarship, enabling him to fully focus on his University of Nevada, Reno Foundation. studies. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Army in June 1971 and served What is your fondest memory career and community activities. Running a as an infantry officer from 1971 to 1975. successful business for more than 25 years is a After his military service, Gene returned to from your days at Nevada? pretty good feather for my cap. I am honored work at the U.S. Bureau of Mines as a metal- I have many memories, even though the to serve the University on various boards and lurgical research chemist. He earned a master’s first three years of undergraduate study was remain involved in volunteer community degree in metallurgical engineering from the somewhat a blur because I was working two activities. I am proud that the University has Mackay School in 1978. Gene managed a metal- full-time jobs. I remember fondly my profes- grown in number and reputation. There were lurgical laboratory for Bateman Engineering sors giving their knowledge and time to help about 4,000 students when I graduated in 1971. N.V. from 1983 to 1986 before establishing Mc- me complete my bachelor’s degree, and being Now enrollment is at 18,000 and Nevada is a Clelland Laboratories. selected as a tutor during my senior year to Tier 1 University for programs and research. Through his career, Gene has authored more help younger chemistry students. I remember than 100 publications and obtained several met- everyone at Nevada helping me develop a What advice would you give someone allurgical process patents. He is a distinguished “can do” attitude. Most of all, I remember my just starting out from college? member of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy graduation and commissioning with my wife and Exploration; a director of the Mining & and 4-year-old daughter by my side. It’s all right to become discouraged, tired Metallurgical Society of America; chairman of There may be no truth to the rumors that and frustrated, but never give up on achieving the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engi- my Volkswagen Bug was on the stage in the goals you’ve set. Remember: If it were easy, neering Executive Advisory Board; a member chemistry and physics lecture building (I anyone could do it. Always treat others with of the College of Science Advisory Council; and didn’t put it there, but did drive it out), or that respect and be humble and you’ll gain respect. this year, he became a trustee of the University of Dr. Frank Baglin wanted to expel me for riding Don’t plan to start your career at the top unless Nevada, Reno Foundation. my racing motorcycle in the basement halls of you plan to dig holes. Knowledge gained at the In 2009, Gene was named Mackay Alumnus the chemistry building. University provides the basis for a good career, of the Year and received the Nevada Alumni but experience is gained during your career. Be Association’s College of Science Distinguished What have you done that honest and ethical in all that you do. Your hon- Summer 2012

• Alumnus Award. or is the only thing that truly belongs to you Gene and Patti have four children and six you are most proud of? and only you can give it away. Remain engaged grandchildren. I am proud that my wife and I raised with the University and your community and you’ll enrich the lives of others. —Roseann Keegan wonderful children and are watching their families and careers develop. I am proud that I could balance family, the highest priority, with NEVADA SILVER & BLUE 48 Fostering Nevada’s Future

Hopping Endowed Professorship in Entrepreneurship to boost innovative spirit of Nevada

The spirit of entrepreneurship is thriving gift provides the college an opportunity to at Nevada, with great thanks to the ingenu- leverage the sound business fundamentals in ity of enterprising students, the generosity of our academic programs into the innovation successful alumni and friends and the strong and creative practices of entrepreneurship.” The late Ruth and Charles Hopping. support of the College of Business—one of the The Hopping Endowed Professorship in most elite business schools in the West. Entrepreneurship will have the primary role A new College of Business professorship en- of enhancing the entrepreneurship program This year’s winning team, Mining Environ- dowment, established by the Charles and Ruth of the college, including the Sontag Entrepre- mental Technology and Services, developed Hopping Foundation, will further boost the neurship Competition, established through optical instruments that detect airborne University’s efforts to ensure that students are a $1 million endowment fund established by particulates in mining workplaces. (Read more offered every opportunity to further innovate alumnus Rick Sontag ’66M.S. (physics) and his about the competition on pages 20 and 22.) and electrify the business world. wife, Susan. The competition awards $50,000 “The Sontag Entrepreneurship Competition “We appreciate the generosity of the Charles each spring to a student or student team that inspired the Hopping Foundation to make and Ruth Hopping Foundation,” says Greg demonstrates performance potential and the this gift,” says Steve Johnson ’77 (accounting), Mosier, dean of the College of Business. “This innovative spirit for which Nevada is known. Hopping Foundation trustee. “The College of Business is making great strides in encour- aging the entrepreneurial spirit in Nevada’s students. “We hope to build upon the Sontags’ vision and help the college prepare its students for entrepreneurial career opportunities and positively impact Nevada’s economic development and diversification efforts,” Johnson adds. The late Charles and Ruth Hopping married in 1941, and Ruth taught elementary school while Charles served in the 263rd Battalion, Infantry Division, in World War II. When Charles returned from his tour of service, Charles joined the Roberts Company in southern California, where he later became board chairman and director of the international division. There, Charles helped revolutionize the carpet installation industry by working with Roy Roberts to develop and market inno- vations including the tack strip, an instrument used to install carpeting. Charles and Ruth

Photo by Theresa by Photo Danna-Douglas retired and moved to Reno in 1962, where they The Mining Environmental Technology and Services team received the inaugural Sontag became longtime supporters of the University Entrepreneurship Award May 9. College of Business Dean Greg Mosier and President Marc Johnson and were later inducted into the Honor Court. join team members Ben Sumlin, Heather Zunino, Bryan Rainwater and David Karr. Not pictured: —Roseann Keegan Pat Arnott, team adviser and Department of Physics professor.

To learn more about supporting the College of Business, please contact Kristen Kennedy ’98, director of development, (775) 682-6940 or [email protected]. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO FOUNDATION BANQUET

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