Leading Leaders BSU Alumnus Equips Executives in Esteemed Program Getting Their Heads into the Game Revolutionary Role-Play Games Come to Life at BSU

Message from the President The brilliant reds, oranges, and golds of autumn accentuated the rhythm of campus this fall as we once again welcomed “home” new and returning students for the start of Bemidji State University’s 87th academic year. Also joining the BSU family were over 30 new members of the faculty and staff. A Community Appreciation Day and a BSU Service Week were just two of the many new activities added to such BSU traditions as freshman moving-in day, the all-campus picnic, the semester play, music concerts, Honors Lectures, and, of course, Homecoming. While the pace of fall’s rhythm seems to have quickened, there remains a familiar constancy to its beat: Bemidji State University is truly your university for all seasons.

Jon E. Quistgaard

Horizons Bemidji State University 1 Cover Story: Packing her bags and her dreams, Heather Hurd heads to New York City, where she lands a job with Phillips- Van Heusen. Story on Page 12. Contents 2 Campus Notes 5 Getting Their Heads into the Game 8 Seniors to Watch 10 Leading Leaders 12 A Dream by Design 14 Class Notes 19 BSU Foundation Annual Report

Vol. 22, No. 1, Winter 2007

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Writing Program Recognized for Upcoming Events Alumni Credential Files Being Curriculum Excellence January 20, 2007 Returned or Eliminated The Minnesota State Colleges and Beaver Pride Winter Golf As of August 1, 2006, Career Services Universities (MnSCU) named the Tournament - noon at Bemidji moved to Self-Managed Credential Files for Bemidji State University bachelor of Waterfront students. At the same time, they also began fine arts in creative and professional February 16-17, 2007 releasing inactive files to alumni so they can writing as a recipient of an Excellence Athletic Hall of Fame create their own self-managed files. in Curriculum Programming Award. 1:00 P.M. Induction Ceremony Documents in files created before 1975 The honor was one of seven an- at Beaux Arts Ballroom are excluded, because they were estab- nounced by MnSCU for outstanding February 16, 2007 lished as confidential files. The only achievements in educational programs documents within those files available to and student services within its colleges MMEA BSU Alumni Reception alumni are student teaching evaluations. and universities. - 5:00 P.M. at Hell’s Kitchen, Minneapolis For a copy of your file, please complete the The BSU creative and professional release form available on the Career Ser- writing major, which began in 2001, March 17, 2007 vices web site at www.bemidjistate.edu/ca- is the only such bachelor’s degree Alumni Dinner with Golf reer. If you do not request Career Services offered in Minnesota and one of only Mesa, AZ to return your file, your credentials file will 13 programs in the United States. March 24, 2007 be eliminated beginning June 2008. In addition to courses in fiction, Alumni Dinner with Golf For more information, please contact poetry and creative nonfiction, the Palm Desert, CA Career Services via email at career@ program offers innovative profes- bemidjistate.edu or call 755-2038 or 1- sional and technical writing courses, June 17-24, 2007 800-657-3726. which are also beginning to be offered Alaskan Cruise on Sun Princess online. Check www.bsualumni.org Thai Venture Capitalism Analyzed for details on each event listed and for a complete calendar Dr. Bill Scheela, professor of business ad- Beauty Lake Development Tracked of events taking ministration, has long been fascinated place on the BSU campus! Bemidji State researchers are tracking by the development of the Asian venture the ecological impacts of residential capital industry. The interest started with development on Hubbard County’s a sabbatical at Chinese University in Hong Beauty Lake, which until recently was ity of this lake, but enhance Kong, continued with a teaching assign- completely undeveloped. understanding of processes ment at the National Economic University “Beauty Lake provides a unique op- on other lakes as well.” in Vietnam, and has been kept alive on re- cent research trips across the region. portunity to monitor a lake from an Dr. Charlie Parson, profes- undeveloped condition through stages sor emeriti of geography; His interests caught the attention of the toward more intense development,” Dr. Don Cloutman, associ- Thailand government, which hopes to learn says Dr. Patrick Welle, BSU project ate professor of biology; more about its venture capitalists as cata- manager and professor of economics and Dr. Rick Koch, associ- lysts for job creation, particularly in small and environmental, earth and space ate professor of biology, are and medium businesses. Scheela received studies. “The research should not only faculty researchers also in- a grant from two Thai sources to fund the inform efforts for protecting the qual- volved with the project. first of what Scheela hopes will be a multi- phased research project on the topic. “Many Asian countries believe that a key to stable economic growth is developing small and medium enterprises,” Scheela says. “These governments are attempt- ing to develop a vibrant venture capital industry to support the high-growth en- terprises that will provide jobs.” Scheela is conducting the research with Dr. Thawatchai Jittrapanun, an econom- ics professor at Chulalongkorn Univer- sity in Bangkok.

BSU researchers are tracking development’s impact on Beauty Lake. 2 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 3 BSU Football Captures NSICCampus Title Notes & Bowl Bid

The BSU Beavers celebrated the football program’s first outright championship title in school history. Also this season, BSU football coach Jeff Tesch was named NSIC Coach of the Year. The team also garnered the program’s first bowl appearance, playing in the Mineral Water Bowl on Dec. 2 in Excelsior Springs, Mo. The team finished the year with a 9-3 record.

Power Walking In Memoriam South Korean College, BSU Sign Dr. Faissal Abdel-Hady is looking for a Linda Poehls Allen ’83 Fergus Falls, MN Exchange Agreement big solution to a small energy problem, Catherine Doland Anderson ’31 Grand Rapids, MN Bemidji State University and Sunlin and he thinks he may have found it in a College in Pohang, South Korea, have person’s feet. Phyllis Anderson ’78 Batavia, IL Owen Bailey ’68 Wausau, WI signed agreements that allow for the Abdel-Hady, a Bemidji State University Jeanette Beardsley ’69 Park Rapids, MN exchange of students and faculty. faculty member with dual assignments Keith Benson ’87 Bemidji, MN “We’re so much closer today in real- in physics and technological studies, Robert Berg ’50 Rancho Santa Fe, CA izing a global society,” said Dr. Jon has received a grant to design an inno- Thomas Bohanon ’80 Las Vegas, NV Quistgaard, Bemidji State University vative linear generator that will harvest Judy Brandwick ’74 Crookston, MN president. “When people get together the energy from the vibration induced Diane Braun Brumwell ’70 and interact with each other, wonder- during human walking. Red Lake Falls, MN Wilré ‘Billie’ Chichester Jones ’39 ful things happen.” The program’s impetus is a desire to re- Hibbing, MN place traditional energy sources with Established in 1969, Sunlin offers un- Rudolph DeLuca ’62 Burnsville, MN dergraduate programs in nursing, pub- sustainable alternatives, such as walking. Juanita Goswick Ellison ’70 Since portable electronic equipment Wildwood Township, MN lic health, fashion, computer science, is becoming smaller while providing a Evelyn Anderson Johnson ’62 architecture, dermatology and beauty wider range of functionality, users are Bemidji, MN art, information and communication becoming more reliant on the devices. Michael Kruse ’74 Ramsey, MN and industrial engineering. As part of William Lesnak ’72 Chisholm, MN its mission, Sunlin has become an ac- This is especially the case in remote Neil Martin ’67 Hastings, MN tive participant in global education, locations where batteries are not read- Mark Martinson ’92 Barnesville, MN signing study agreements with colleg- ily available and in situations where Charles Osborn ’50 Minneapolis, MN es and universities in 13 countries. continual use causes excess battery con- Loren Pederson ’60 Moorhead, MN sumption. Such a system would allow Eleanor Pfau ’31 Bemidji, MN “We have a strong commitment to in- disaster relief workers, explorers, mili- Shirley Dike Plantz ’87 Chanhassen, MN ternational education and an appre- tary personnel or others to go into the Frank Price ’64 Colorado Springs, CO ciation for programs like the exchange field with fewer heavy replacement bat- Gladys Hjelle Prickett ’65 agreement with Bemidji State Univer- teries for cell phones, GPS instruments, Middle River, MN sity,” said Dr. Il-Pyong Jeon, president night vision goggles and other portable Harold Reindal ’52 Oklee, MN of Sunlin College. “This relationship electronics. John Schuiling ’32 Bemidji, MN will help students know and under- Carlene Mayo Seifert ’91 Wadena, MN stand each other better. It will provide The grant is part of a proposal written Erik Soderstrom ’05 Bemidji,MN wonderful opportunities.” by Abdel-Hady and submitted jointly Richard Stever ’81 Pine River, MN with Archangel Systems in Auburn, AL. Kevin Tomte ’81 Aurora, CO The Navy Research Center funded the Eleanor Traut ’39 Crosby, MN project. Lowell Trimble ’66 Tenstrike, MN John Werner ’71 Ashfield, MA Carolyn Palmer Whiting ’71 Bemidji, MN Glenn Wills ’51 Algonquin, IL

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Endangered Dialects Show Beaver Pride with Call for Nominations Dr. Anton Treuer will closely examine the BSU Alumni Visa® Card! 2007 Outstanding Alumni four dialects of Ojibwe to help preserve The Bemidji State University Nominations are now being accepted the language for future generations. Alumni Association has part- for candidates to be considered for the The National Endowment for the nered with U.S. Bank to offer Bemidji State University Outstanding Humanities awarded a Documenting an exclusive credit card for Alumni Award. alumni and friends of BSU. Endangered Languages fellowship to The Outstanding Alumni Award, pre- Those who use the BSU Treuer, an associate professor who sented annually during Homecoming, Alumni credit card are sup- teaches Ojibwe. He will study four is the highest honor presented by the porting scholarships, athlet- different variants of the southwestern Bemidji State University Alumni Associ- ics and other vital programs dialect of the Chippewa (Ojibwe) in ation. The award recipients are honored with the card’s use. If you Wisconsin and Minnesota. The lan- for exceptional service and contribu- currently carry a BSU Alumni guage is still spoken only by elders, and tions to the University and to their com- credit card, please check for some communities have fewer than five munity, state and nation. remaining speakers. the U.S. Bank logo on the back because purchases made All nominees must have graduated no The project proposes to research and with any other BSU Alumni less than 10 years ago from Bemidji write the first pedagogical grammar of the card no longer support the State University. Current faculty, staff Ojibwe language as spoken in Minnesota. University. and members of the Board of Directors of the BSU Alumni Association can not “It will involve hundreds of hours of Marla Huss Patrias, director be nominated. Nominations will be ac- interviews, transcriptions and analysis of BSU alumni relations, be- cepted until January 31, 2007, and can to be sensitive to issues of dialect and lieves that the new program be made by anyone except an immedi- cover the complex web of grammar us- offers superior products and ate family member. Contact the Alumni age for Ojibwe,” says Treuer. service to cardholders at the Office for a nomination form at 1-877- same time it helps students 278-2586 (toll free), 218-755-3989 Model Replicates Retreat and alumni. “We are very (local); via email at alumni@bemi- pleased to have U.S. Bank for Healing and Renewal djistate.edu; or on the web at http:// as a partner in our effort to When the directors of the Lacek Foun- www.bsualumni.org/awardprograms/ provide convenient, high- dation embarked on an ambitious fund outstanding.html. raising endeavor to create a retreat for quality opportunities for families of critically ill children or those alumni to use a product that who experienced a loss of a child, they supports the BSU Alumni DNR Grant to BSU Studies felt they needed something that would Association,” she says. Shrinking Walleye Population bring substance to their dream. To find out how you can Dr. Don Cloutman, a BSU biology pro- That substance was provided by the support the BSU Alumni As- fessor, received a two-year grant from model makers at Bemidji State Uni- sociation through our credit the Minnesota Department of Natural versity, who created a scale model of card program, visit www. Resources to determine whether the Faith’s Lodge as it will appear in the bsualumni.org, or call 1-800- rusty crawfish is harming Leech Lake’s north woods of Wisconsin. The mod- 853-5576 ext. 8616 today! walleye population through its con- el was used during a gala event in the The creditor and issuer of sumption of their eggs. Twin Cities that kicked off a $1.5 mil- the Visa card is U.S. Bank Believed to be native to the Ohio River lion campaign to build the facility. National Association, ND. Basin, rusty crawfish were first spotted in Established in 1999 by Mark and Susan Minnesota in 1967. They are an aggres- Lacek, the Foundation focuses on sup- sive, larger species that tends to displace porting children and families. native crawfish, compete with young game fish for food and consume walleye Bemidji State students John Angeli, Ross eggs. Roetman and Mark Nordell worked with Northwest Technical College faculty As the rusty crawfish has spread member Lyle Meulebroeck on the mod- throughout the upper Midwest, el, which became the centerpiece of the the walleye population has gala and subsequent outreach efforts. dropped in several areas.

4 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 5 etting GTheir Heads into the Imagine a class where ame students become characters,G teachers become observers, and Revolutiona r y R o l e - P l a y the class itself becomes a game Games Come to L i f e at B s u centered on the happenings of

another time and place. Many Bemidji State Uni- cal crises ­– impressing upon them the versity students think so, criticality of the events and helping as do students at some 30 them relate to somewhat intimidat- Sound intriguing? other institutions across ing and seemingly detached topics. the nation where React- Carnes’ approach has since become a ing to the Past courses national phenomenon. are offered. This teaching The phenomenon reached Minne- method uses educational sota in 2004 when Dunn and two role-play games to explore colleagues ­– Dr. Marsha Driscoll, as- historical topics, periods sistant professor of psychology, and and events. Dann Siems, assistant professor of “Students learn a lot about biology – began teaching a Reacting history through the course course. Their combined areas of ex- of these games … and also pertise reflect the transdisciplinary fo- that history isn’t inevi- cus of Reacting classes that often draw table,” says Dr. Elizabeth from biology, psychology, philosophy, Dunn, Bemidji State Uni- sociology, and other disciplines. versity history professor. Dunn contends that this transdisci- “It’s always contingent on plinary course focus reflects the ma- what individuals do or do trix in which life truly functions. “Stu- not do.” dents become increasingly aware that Initiated ten years ago at the world is complex,” Dunn says. Barnard College in New “They are opened up to a complicat- York, the Reacting to the ed world and ways of understanding Past approach evolved that world. They realize there are no when history professor easy answers, they embrace tolerance Mark C. Carnes sought a for others’ views, and they develop method that would sub- self-efficacy.” merge students in histori-

4 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 5 “They also become more confident These texts delve deep into ground, intervening occasionally,” speakers, better writers, better read- subjects such as tensions in explains Dunn. “A lot of our work ers, and they are better able to engage Puritan New England, ideas is preparation. In class, we are tak- in creative conflict,” Dunn adds. behind the French Revolu- ing notes and giving visual responses Former Reacting student Sam Parsons tion, and Confucianism to what’s happening. Occasionally I agrees. “The subject matter is undeni- and politics in sixteenth- might pass a note: Did you think about ably interdisciplinary, which yields century China. this approach?” a multi-dimensional view of the in- Outside of class, the learning continues formation and context,” he says. “As “Students say they as faculty and students exchange a con- a result, you learn concepts and re- worked harder in this tinual flow of emails, engage in one- lationships, not just simple facts in a on-one discussions and attend various two-dimensional world.” course than they ever group meetings. “We do a lot of tutorial With titles like The Threshold of Democ- expected to – and work on the side,” Dunn notes. racy: Athens in 402 B.C, these games are they just did it on Teaching such an innovative course not typical party mixers, although the comes with many challenges, Dunn term game does attract students. “At first their own. It’s kind of says. “As a professor, there’s a chal- we were worried students wouldn’t take remarkable.” lenge to get yourself out of the middle it seriously,” Dunn acknowledges. “But of the classroom, when you’re used to they seem to respond to it. We’re speak- A key aspect of the Re- being in charge,” she says. “It can be ing a language they can understand acting experience is the hard for professors who spend their when we’re talking about gaming.” way in which students careers at the center of knowledge.” Reacting to the Past games are highly and teachers function dif- On the student side, the games aren’t sophisticated, based on understand- ferently from typical class for everyone. “Students who are pro- ing complex texts that structures. The faculty, active, passionate, and willing to en- are at the heart of structuring the classroom gage will do well in Reacting classes,” each game. environment so students Parsons observes. “It’s not a class for are front and center, over- students who wish to be spoon fed.” see the process from the sidelines. Another challenge is getting people to understand the educational value of the “Students are running Reacting games. “These games are very the class, disciplining the non-traditional,” Dunn says. “As a re- class, and controlling the sult, a lot of critics don’t understand or flow of the class. Mean- know the academic depth to them.” while, instructors are in the back- With outcomes that sometimes differ from history, some historians also wor- ry that history is being taught poorly. “And now that we’re getting into science games, some scientists worry about teaching ‘bad’ science,” Dunn notes.

6 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 7 The games, however, always end with important debriefings where the facts are disclosed and discussed. “In fact, students will go research and find out what happened, and then bring that into the game. What we find is stu- dents do a good job of coming up with possible outcomes and understanding the real outcome,” she explains. Both students and faculty feel the impact of the Reacting experience. “Students say they worked harder in this course than they ever expected to – and they just did it on their own,” notes Dunn. “It’s kind of remarkable.” From Game Masters to Game Creators Beyond using Reacting to the Past games at Bemidji State, Dr. Elizabeth Dunn, Dunn, Driscoll and Siems report that history professor, along with Assistant Biology Professor Dann Siems, Assis- Reacting has made them more en- tant Psychology Professor Dr. Marsha Driscoll and student Kamran Swanson, thused about teaching. “We’re all pret- have created a game that’s scheduled for publication this year. Charles Darwin, ty passionate about it,” Dunn says. the Copley Medal and the Rise of Naturalism investigates the theories and findings of Charles Darwin within the socio-political environment of the 19th When she looks to the future of Re- century. | “We experimented with a class on Darwin, but it was difficult to acting to the Past courses at BSU, cur- teach,” says Dunn. After attending a Reacting conference some three years rently the only Minnesota university ago, it occurred to her that Reacting might be a good way to teach the course or college offering them, Dunn says without threatening students’ core beliefs. | In its nearly finished state, the she’d like to see Reacting classes of- game has been played in three classes and at a few conferences. “We’ve got- fered at the freshman level as they are ten really good feedback,” Dunn says. “And things have happened that we didn’t at other schools. She would also like expect. The experience has led to some of the most exciting conversations I’ve to incorporate the method into other had in my career.” | Driscoll concurs. “The result is our total immersion in the disciplines. process. We eat, sleep and drink the game - both its inherent historical issues and its design features,” she says. “I rarely sleep well during Reacting because “The Reacting approach has a student- my mind simply won’t shut off.” | The transdisciplinary and collaborative in- centered pedagogy, so it fits Bemidji volvement required in creating the game is key to its impact. “Collaborating State’s core tenant of being a student- across disciplines is highly stimulating,” Siems explains. “We each bring dif- centered university,” Dunn explains. ferent perspectives to game development and end up seeing our own discipline “It also fits our mission as a public in a new light.” | Looking toward the game’s release this year, the professors university in raising civic awareness; feel confident about its reception. In fact, they aim to play the game in London in 2009 at the 150th anniversary of the publication of Darwin’s The Origin of it’s a parallel idea. Students have to Species. | Still, they express some feeling of uncertainty as the game nears become active and involved to par- release. “It’s kind of like watching your children go off to school,” Dunn explains. ticipate in this class.” “You’re not sure what’s going to happen.” Much like the game of life.

Reacting students on p. 5 are Derek Geller (top right); Nate Svare, Heather Raisch, and Melissa Van Maasdam (left, top-bottom). In deep discussions with Savre on p. 6 are (l-r) Jacob Haus, Sarah Opdah and Emily Pippo. Pictured on p. 7 are student Crystal Middendorf with Professor Elizabeth Dunn; (bottom l-r) students Geller, Opdahl, Svare and Audrey Preiner.

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Senioreniorss to z atch Wome people just seem to make the S S most of every opportunity that comes their way. Katherine Tieben is one of those people. Fully grasping the significance of the support and inspiration provided by faculty and fellow students, she also possesses a clear vision of her future in the performing arts. “Through performance, I want to in- spire people to get involved in the arts,” says Tieben, a senior pursuing a double major in vocal music performance and theatre. “Through workshops and per- formances, I want to touch people’s lives.” odd Hillukka To that end, she plans to move to the Twin Cities after graduation and begin auditioning. She also plans to develop his year, technology education major Today he finds his inspiration in the T a workshop that she could bring to el- Todd Hillukka can be foundT teaching youngsters he plans to teach. “I believe ementary schools to inspire children to building-trades skills to students at Sta- that lives can be made or broken when ples-Motley High School. As he com- we are kids,” Hillukka says. “I believe get involved in the performing arts. pletes his one-year internship, he’s also every child deserves a good chance Tieben is known for putting her perfor- building a foundation for a future that and hope I can help some kids have a mance passion into action. As a junior he sees as a teacher, coach, continuing better life.” at BSU, she and a high school friend participant in the construction industry In addition to teaching, Hillukka says staged a benefit performance for Jordan and, eventually, business owner. that coaching the Staples’ seventh- High School, their alma mater. They This Sebeka High School graduate grade football team this year has made raised $3,000 for the school’s music and and decorated National Guardsman him more focused on seeking future drama programs. will also be adding dad to his list of job coaching opportunities. titles when he and his wife, Amanda, James Brouwer, professor of profession- welcome their first child into the fam- al education at BSU, describes Hillukka ily in March. as a hard worker and a great asset to his Hillukka’s university education was in- program. terrupted at the halfway point in 2003 “As an older-than-average student, he when he was deployed for 14 months brings a lot of knowledge to his intern- as a carpenter with the National Guard, ship and is well liked by students,” Brou- spending a year of that time in Iraq. wer notes. “And as a result of his military “I learned some valuable lessons in Iraq experience and time spent in Iraq, he’s that will remain with me the rest of my able to contribute a unique blend of life life and throughout my career,” reflects experiences to our program.” Hillukka. “I learned respect for authori- In addition to teaching and coach- ty, leadership and a strong work ethic.” ing, “I hope one day to open a con- His service caliber was recognized when struction company or cabinet shop,” he was awarded the Army Commenda- says Hillukka of his long-term goals. tion Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal and two Army Achievement Medals. atherine Tieben

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She’s far from kicking back during her final year at BSU. Tieben is president of both the Bemidji Choir and the stu- dent-run theatre organization, Theatre Unlimited. This is also the second year that she directed the masque for the Madrigal Dinners. She’s actively in- volved in the Chamber Singers as well. Tieben credits her fellow students with being her greatest source of inspiration. “Their dedication and commitments to the departments constantly give me something to strive for,” she says. Praising Tieben for her range and tal- ent, Music Department Chair Dr. Brad Logan notes, “Through her intelli- erne Christiansen gence, dedication and talent, Katherine has excelled in a broad range of disci- Berne Christiansen credits the friends tion. In 2006, the MSUSA named him plines within the performance field. he’s made and the experiencesB he’s had “MVP” and, in 2003, the BSU Student She is one of the top students in both at Bemidji State University with making Senate honored him with its Meritori- of her majors.” him more easygoing and spontaneous. ous Service Award. Tieben is grateful for the range of ex- Driven is more likely the adjective an ob- “It comes down to feeling like I’ve made periences she’s had at BSU. “The lead- server might choose to describe him. some impact, if even a small one, on the ership roles I’ve been put into have The Arden Hills native and Mounds campus, on people.” helped me realize what I really want to View High School graduate is pursu- Born with cerebral palsy, a condition do,” Tieben reflects. “I couldn’t imagine ing a double major – a teaching degree that challenges his mobility, Chris- a better place to spend my undergradu- in English and a bachelor’s degree in tiansen can be found making his way ate years.” political science. While teaching re- around campus with the use of either a mains in the mix, Christiansen’s BSU cane or his trusty scooter. experience has prompted him to take a Those who work with him admire his broader view of his future options. passion and his perseverance. “His wit “Being involved in all that I am has also and perspective, combined with his prompted me to consider some differ- commitment to serving students, are ent options for life after college, such evidence of his passion for what he as being a student affairs professional, does,” notes T. Todd Masman, director an educational lobbyist or working of Hobson Memorial Union. with a state student association,” says “I especially value the fact that he per- Christiansen. severes in the midst of adversity and is A member of the BSU Student Senate always a positive voice for student en- since his freshman year, he has chaired gagement.” both the student services and the aca- Christiansen’s greatest inspirations in- demic affairs committees. In addition, he clude his many BSU friends and col- has served as the campus representative to leagues as well as his parents, who he the Minnesota State University Student says, “They instilled in me the belief Association (MSUSA), where he also has that I could do anything I set my mind been special assistant to the cabinet. to, despite any limitations I may have.” His commitment to these organizations atherine Tieben has garnered him praise and recogni-

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Lserving as director of master’s programs and an adjunct management professor. “I love what I do,” DeKrey says. “I en- joy the variety, the autonomy and the excitement.” And there is much excitement about HKUST’s EMBA program. Just eight years old, the program ranks third in the 2006 Financial Times EMBA global rankings, a slight dip from its 2005 sec- ond-place ranking, yet a marked im- provement over its sixth-place ranking in 2004 and its ninth-place ranking in 2003 – impressive slots themselves. Established with the goal of provid- ing the best executive education that the United States and Asia could offer, “ To me, leadership is one of HKUST’s EMBA program meets on “They all have big jobs. the most honorable endeav- extended weekends over a course of 18 ors,” says Dr. Steve DeKrey, months. My challenge is to 1975 Bemidji State Univer- “The keys are capable and facilitative prepare them to do their sity graduate. “When I em- faculty as well as deep discussion in the barked on this career path, classroom,” DeKrey says. Discussions leadership jobs even better. my goal was to make a posi- are rich, DeKrey observes, largely be- tive impact on the develop- cause of the expansive experience par- To be responsible for ment of leaders.” ticipants bring to the program. the careers of many That career path took DeKrey “With 50 top executives in the room, to the Hong Kong University there’s no doubt that they gain a lot people and the destiny of Science and Technology from each other,” DeKrey says. “Plus, of an organization is (HKUST), where he is the our students come from all over the associate dean of the business business environment.” heady stuff.” school and founding direc- HKUST’s EMBA program students are tor of the Executive Master not typical graduate students. They of Business Administration make an average of $250,000 and some Dr. Steve DeKrey (EMBA) program, in collabo- fly from as far away as Seattle, San Fran- ration with Northwestern cisco and Mexico City to attend classes University’s Kellogg School in Hong Kong. of Management. At HKUST, “They all have big jobs,” DeKrey says. DeKrey oversees the program “My challenge is to prepare them to do that caters to executives from their leadership jobs even better. To be all over the world, while also responsible for the careers of many peo- ple and the destiny of an organization is heady stuff.”

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L This, of course, makes DeKrey’s role Montana State University where he and his wife, Veronica, own heady itself, as he strives to meet the for two years where he “ma- a summer home on Big Bass Lake. Re- needs of some of the most senior and jored in skiing,” he jokes. turning to northern Minnesota is one most diverse students in the world. It BSU became the place where of the ways he stays connected to his appears DeKrey is doing his job well – DeKrey settled into his stud- hometown and to BSU. even though he went initially to Hong ies and formed a vision for He also nurtures Bemidji State by con- Kong to advance the MBA program. his life. “I was finally getting tributing regularly to a scholarship “We were not known to the business serious about my future,” he created in honor of his mother, Ione community, and our alumni, small in says. “BSU was a great place DeKrey, who attended BSU at the same number, were not in significant positions to launch it.” time he did. “I consider it a privilege to help the school,” reflects DeKrey, DeKrey says he plunged into and responsibility to help the schools who saw an opportunity to fill this void his career with two key traits I’ve graduated from,” DeKrey says. with an EMBA program. “It seemed a he acquired at BSU: disci- As for his future, DeKrey sees himself fine way to advance our school and en- pline and confidence. These at HKUST for a while. “Being part of ter a higher-level student market.” qualities helped him realize such a dynamic school and an impres- So DeKrey, using his experience in ini- that anything was possible sive team keeps me here,” he says. “We tiating similar programs at the Universi- and propelled his career. are no where near done in our quest to ty of Florida, took his idea to HKUST’s Despite a frenetic work be not only the leading school in Asia, president, dean and faculty where the pace, DeKrey finds his work but also a leader worldwide.” concept gained acceptance despite its rewarding. “This is a very As a leader who has affected many uncharted nature. dynamic region, and I am lives, he offers a message to current Although new to Asia, EMBA programs honored to be in a position BSU students that parallels his own were not new to the Kellogg School that matters here. Manage- career trajectory, “Think big. Do not of Management at Northwestern Uni- ment education is important limit yourself. Look ahead and engage versity, where DeKrey had been as- to the future growth and yourself.” sistant dean and assistant professor. “I professionalism of all Asia, approached my former boss and men- especially China.” tor, Donald P. Jacobs, about starting a When he needs a break from partnership in Hong Kong,” DeKrey the hubbub of Hong Kong, explains. “He was very interested, but DeKrey returns to Bemidji too busy to move quickly.” DeKrey pressed the urgency of the matter and within six months secured a deal. The program was built on trust and, to this day, there is no contract other than a half-page memorandum of agreement, DeKrey says. Trust and loyalty are characteristics DeKrey holds in high regard. That same loyalty extends to BSU, one of his four alma maters. DeKrey, who grew up on Lake Bemidji, graduated from BSU with a degree in psychology after attending

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her younger sister who was attending Dthe American Musical Dramatic Acad- emy. She had no job, no leads and no contacts. But she did have the $10,000 winnings from a contest she entered in hopes of financing her post-college venture to the Big Apple. Last winter she created a 30-second commercial featuring herself slurp- ing Aquafina during a silly workout. Three months later Hurd found out that she’d won. Her dream was falling into place. “It was perfect,” Hurd says. Hurd’s Big Apple adventure contin- ued. After 10 days of job-hunting, she received a call from Phillips-Van Heusen. The Madison-Avenue, multi- brand, fashion corporation wanted to interview her for a position in their marketing department. After her first interview, she was called back to in- terview with the marketing depart- “ ment’s president. She landed the job – securing a nice salary and benefits package. here I’m at now isn’t The whirlwind continued as Hurd Wwhere I thought I would be. But learned to adjust quickly to big city it’s better than I’d ever imagined.” life. Within weeks of moving to New York, Hurd was boarding the subway Heather Hurd at 8 a.m., working a 9-10 hour day that included lunch at her desk, and taking She lives in Manhattan, rides the at Phillips-Van Heusen in the train back to her apartment for a 9 subway, designs ads for major fash- New York. p.m. dinner, a little TV and bed. ion brands, works in an upscale of- “Where I’m at now isn’t Some might be overwhelmed by such fice where models pop in, shares an where I thought I would a jump into the working world, but apartment with her Broadway-bound be,” Hurd says. “But it’s bet- not Hurd. “In the morning, I’m actu- sister, and even wins TV commercial ter than I’d ever imagined.” ally geared up to go again,” she says. “I contests. It sounds more like the life get excited to go to work.” of a movie character than a hometown Hurd, who graduated last That excitement might be tied to the Bemidji girl, but this is reality for re- May with a bachelor of projects she works on – everything cent Bemidji State University gradu- science in design technol- from in-store and magazine ads, kiosk ate Heather Hurd, a graphic designer ogy, moved to New York that same month, joining

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actual real-world things Hurd’s dreams have come true in a helped me so much.” New-York minute, with many thanks BSU also helped her get to BSU, she says. “I learned so much in the door at Phillips-Van there; I don’t think I’d be here today Heusen. without BSU.” In particular, Hurd cites As for her future, Hurd has a few ideas. the design technology “I’d like to stay here and move up,” she program’s portfolio pre- says. “But I know I’d really like to move sentation class. “The class back to Minnesota, too.” For now, she’s was all about interview- busy living her New York designer ing, presenting, describing dream. “We’ll see what happens,” she your work, even deciding says. “The possibilities are endless.” which pieces to use,” Hurd explains. She also speaks highly of her senior capstone experi- From One Graduate to Another ence, a critiqued presenta- Looking for a New York photographer to tion in front of professional help illustrate the story of BSU graduate graphic designers, design Heather Hurd, we turned to another BSU signage, billboards and web graphics faculty and peers. “It’s the graduate for help. Todd Williams ('97) took to clothing tags and labels, shopping most dreaded part of the the Horizons' cover photo. While at BSU, bags and gift boxes for some pretty design tech program,” he was an NSIC champion pole-vaulter for high-brow brands: Calvin Klein, Hurd recalls. the Beavers. Having graduated with a B.S. in technical illustration and graphic design, Kenneth Cole, Bass and Chaps, to The critique went well for name a few. he, too, headed to New York and is now a Hurd. “I was on cloud nine professional photographer. Todd travels the “I’ve done so much already,” she says. for a long time after that. It world creating images for his clients. To see “And I’ve learned so much because boosted my confidence for more of his photographs, visit his website at they throw you right in there. I feel moving to New York and http://www.toddwilliamsusa.com/ comfortable tackling projects, and I’m interviewing.” able to produce.” Interviewing, portfolio- Hurd credits Bemidji State University building and job skills aren’t with giving her much of this ability the only benefits Hurd to produce. “My classes were really gained at BSU. In fact, she great,” she says. “They taught me the says the relationship skills core skills I needed to know.” she learned are invaluable She also cites her work experience and unique. “Since it’s a in BSU’s publications office as a key small campus, it helps shape part of her education. “Working in relationships with people,” the publications office really helped she explains. “That’s some- me grow and expand my skills,” she thing I’ve taken with me. explains. “Working with clients, get- I’m building relationships ting files ready to go to press, doing with everyone now.” Todd Williams

12 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 13 ClassClass NotesNotes If you want your information included in Horizons, contact the 2006 Christa Pribula of Bemidji was a finisher in is employed as a digital designer and applications the Grandma’s Marathon held last summer in Dulu- Alumni Association Office engineer at Trane in White Bear Lake and Megan is th... Brian Brunelle and Bill Brunelle (’88) played on (email: [email protected]; employed as a registered nurse at the University of the five-member Minnesota Chipps/Cass Lake Le- Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview, Minneapolis... toll free: 1-877-BSU-ALUM). gion pool team that took second at the 2006 Ameri- Josh Peterson of Minneapolis won first place in the can Cue Sports Alliance National Championships at Please NOTE: Twin Cities’ Next Top Model Contest on July 8. Las Vegas, NV... Amanda Brooks and Bradley Jewell He received a $5,000 modeling contract and a trip were married August 12 in Yukon, OK. She’s em- Towns are located in Minnesota to Los Angeles to participate in a photo shoot with ployed at Kandy B. Anderson Ltd., a CPA office in unless otherwise noted. world-renowned photographer Bruce Weber... Isaac Bemidji, and he is employed as the operations assis- Smieja and Erin Mrozek were married July 22... Sara tant at First Federal Bank, Bemidji, and as computer Zimmerman and Aaron Stodgell (’03) were married support for BSU’s Career Services Office... Shannon Nevins were married August 26 in July 1 in Walker. They live in Bemidji... Jennifer Anderson of Minneapolis recently began working Quistgaard and Zachary Hazelton were married Au- for the Minnesota Senate as committee administra- Bemidji where they reside... Stacy (Nutter) Nelson is a special educa- gust 12 in Bemidji. Both are attending the University tor to the Health and Human Services Budget Divi- of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Jennifer was a volunteer sion chaired by Sen. Linda Berglin... Rachel Becker tion teacher at Kittson Central High School... Chase Jackson of Bemidji with last summer’s Fishing Has No Boundaries event lives in Washington, D.C., and is the meeting plan- held in Bemidji... Lt. Jonathan Holliday, an execu- ner/executive assistant for the National Association qualified for match play in Bemidji’s Birchmont Golf Tournament men’s tive officer with the Army National Guard, is serving of Secretaries of State. She also works part-time for a 12-month assignment in Iraq. the Washington Capitals pro hockey team as an championship division, finishing at events staff member. 147 (74-73)... Desiree Jorgensen 2003 Mike Fogelson, coach of the Bemidji High and Patrick Quinn (’03) were mar- baseball team, served as emcee at its annual awards 2005 Kameron Babin and Chad Genz were mar- ried October 7 in Bemidji. She is night program in June... Jesse Rockstead and Pame- ried September 10 in Outing. She is employed as the employed with RSM McGladrey and la Palmer were married July 22 in Blackduck... Cyrus juvenile diversion program coordinator for Aitken he works with the Thomson Corpo- Swann of Pine River had his artwork, “Transitions County and he is co-owner of Genz Construction, ration. They live in the Twin Cities and Tradition,” displayed this summer at the North LLC... Travis Amsden is an officer with the Black- area... Molly (Zimmerman) Turner Dakota Museum of Art in Grand Forks... Lauren duck Police Department. He and his wife, Heidi, live and her family recently produced a Miller and Matthew Miller were married Septem- in Wilton... Kori Hutchison worked in Hawaii for CD entitled “Waiting on Sundown” ber 9 on the North Shore of Lake Superior. She is three months in 2005 as a volunteer with a sea tur- and performed songs from it at cof- employed as a park police officer for Three Rivers tle project. She plans to attend graduate school for fee houses in Bemidji. Molly and her Park District and he is a police officer for the City wildlife conservation ... Beth Haukebo of Emmaville husband, Doyle, have two children of Corcoran... Tara Selisker and Kevin Valley (’02) served as a Hubbard County DFL delegate at the and live in Bemidji. were married August 5 in Bemidji... Jim McKeon Minnesota DFL State Convention... Ed Heltunen of Dana Hasselberg of Staples served as co-chair for this summer’s Fishing Has No Brooklyn Center and Beth Hendrickson, a student at 2004 Boundaries event held in Bemidji. BSU, were married June 10 in Menahga. Ed is a math qualified for the women’s champi- teacher at Brooklyn Center... Sally Ohman and Mat- onship field in the Birchmont Golf 2002 Zach Howard and Nicole Breitback were thew Heier were married July 15 in Park Rapids. She Tournament held in Bemidji... Jason married October 15, 2005, at Elrosa. He is a biology teaches at Park Rapids Elementary and he is a postal Swanson is manager of the Coun- teacher at Farmington High School and she is em- clerk in Park Rapids... Lisa Smith and Eric Walker try View Living Estates in Walnut ployed as an x-ray technologist at the Mayo Clinic (’04) were married July 29 in Woodbury. She is em- Grove... Dana Johnson and Andrea in Rochester. They live in Zumbrota... Tanya Flikka ployed with the Oakdale School District and he is a Rhen were married July 1... Nicole and Peter Mattson were married June 11, 2005, in contract analyst with Benfeld Inc. in Bloomington... Linder and Andrew Martens (’06) Crookston. She is employed as a technology educa- George Fairbanks recently accepted the position of were married July 15 in Bemidji. She tion teacher for Fargo Public Schools and he is em- news editor at the Roseville Review, North St. Paul... is a website designer/developer and ployed as a union heat and frost insulator for G&O Brent Fulton was hired in May as a patrol officer graphic designer at Pinnacle Publish- Insulation, Fargo. They live near Felton... Sarah Bal- with the Detroit Lakes Police Department. He’d pre- ing in Bemidji. He is a professional stad was a volunteer at last summer’s Fishing Has No viously worked for the Beltrami County Sheriff’s De- hockey player with the Florida Pan- Boundaries event held in Bemidji... Sam Larson of partment as a correctional officer... Janel Budenski thers ... Amy Tobey and Seth Eklund Bemidji participated in the Bemidji Hangfire Black- and Eric Samuelson were married on August 26. She’s of Bemidji were married June 17 in powder Club’s 31st annual Ron-dee-voo in June... employed as a program supervisor with Lighthouse Bemidji. She is a kindergarten teach- Sheryl Porter and her family competed in the Bemi- Lodge in Bemidji and he is an intern architect at MJ er at Horace May Elementary and dji Jaycees Water Carnival Family Olympics during Architectural Studios in Bemidji... Josh Overgaard he works as a mechanic at Southside the Fourth of July holiday... Lori Chap and Shawn and Shauna McInerney were married on August 26. Towing... Candice Skramstad and Ostendorf were married July 8 in Rogers where they Both are attending the University of Minnesota-Du- Andy Olson were married June 10 now reside. She is a senior re-insurance analyst with luth... Sherry Kuzel and John Nanoff, Jr. were mar- in Mora. She is employed with Lakes Benfield Group of Bloomington and he is a senior ried June 24 in East Grand Forks. She is employed as and Pines and he is employed with recruiter with the card services division of HSBC in a substitute teacher in Bemidji and he is working as a Environmental Consultants, Inc.... Minnetonka... Janell Hjelm and Eric O’Brien were corrections agent for the MNDOC in Bemidji... Jen- Nikki Baird and Bob Brink were married September 9 and now live in Monticello... na Cramer and Craig Smith were married September married June 30 in Bemidji... Heather Angela Gangl and Kevin Young were married 9... Nathan Heim of Kelliher served with other mili- Eidsmoe and Bryan Anderson (’03) March 30 in Las Vegas. She is employed at Edina tary veterans as a grand marshal for the Sullivan Lake were married June 26 in Bemidji. She Eye Physicians and Surgeons and he is a superin- Fourth of July boat parade... Brent Finseth and Traci teaches at Northern Elementary in tendent of Rottland Homes in Minneapolis... Adam Tolman were married August 26 at Underwood. He Bemidji and he teaches in the Cass Stewart is the new managing editor of The Hoff- is employed as a commercial risk management spe- Lake-Bena School District... Sarah man Tribune... John Bouchard has had his book, A cialist with Lutheran Trust Church Asset Manage- Hess of Bemidji was a finisher in the Taste of Soda, published. He and his wife, Sara, live in ment and she is employed with Otter Tail County Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon held Kansas and have a daughter... Tom Jenkins of Plym- Human Services... Travis Schwarz and Kristen Knut- in June at Duluth... Wayne Boerner outh took the championship title in the men’s field of son were married June 24 in Fisher. He is employed is a park manager at the Zippel Bay the Vandersluis Memorial Golf Tournament held in by Cretex Concrete Products North as a customer State Park located near Baudettte... Bemidji... Vicki Limbocker is the activities director coordinator and she is a registered nurse with Tri- Nicole Schmidt and Andy Polk were at Goldpine Home in Bemidji... Scott Nichols was Valley... Lindsay Larson and Benjamin Cournia were married July 29 in Bemidji. She is promoted to claims representative III with Federated married on December 31 in Princeton. They live in employed by the Marquette County Insurance, Minneapolis. Kodiak, AK, where Lindsay works as a reporter with Health Department and he is em- the Kodiak Daily Mirror and Benjamin serves in the ployed by the Westfield School Dis- 2001 Jennifer (Sullivan) Pirkl of Bemidji works for Coast Guard... Carl Peterson and Nicole Wiekamp trict... Justin Fink and Megan Jack- Stellher Human Services, providing mental health were married October 7... Amanda Sachau and Eric litch were married July 29 in Walker services in Cass Lake-Bena District schools. She and now live in Maple Grove. Justin

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and her husband, Bill, have one child... Samantha dren. She works in the community a health information assistant at Grand Itasca Clinic Stenson of Howard Lake works in a bank and sells services field... Matthew Moyle and and Hospital and is also a violinist with the Duluth real estate near the Twin Cities... Valeri (Paskvan) his wife, Ellen, live in Chicago, IL... Superior Symphony Orchestra... Heather (Sande) Johnson is the new owner of Roger’s Two Way Cel- Rebecca Steinhorst and Lonnie Bode Copiskey of Bemidji was honored by the Lia Sophia lular in Bemidji... Becky (Zimmer) Larson and her were married August 5 in Alexandria. jewelry company for outstanding sales accomplish- husband, Tony, of Duluth announce the May birth She is an elementary special educa- ments and professionalism... Henry Flocken serves of a daughter, Madeline... Gretchen Heim, an art tion teacher with New Ulm Public on the board of the new charter school, Minnisi- director for an advertising agency in Minneapolis, Schools and he farms and works at naakwaang Leadership Academy in East Lake. and her mother, Rose Heim, of Kelliher, developed a Hancock Concrete... Dirk Ver Steeg line of lotions and soaps that are sold in many stores and Stacy Peters were married July 29 1994 Sara Boettcher and Todd Joyal were mar- throughout Minnesota... Laura Hood is employed in Chisholm. He is an internal auditor ried December 10. She is employed by Corporate as a cook at Grandma B’s Restaurant and Coffee for Allete in Duluth and she is a sales Graphics, North Mankato, and he is employed with Shop in Bagley... Alexander Knudson was promoted consultant at Lenscrafters in Duluth... Kraft Pizza Co.... Julie Noggle and Corey Hanson to senior program analyst with Federated Insurance, Cpt. Daniel Lillquist is a captain were married October 29, 2005, in Mahnomen. She Owatonna. serving with National Guard forces is employed by Mahnomen County Human Services deployed to Iraq in September. He as a child protection social worker and he is self-em- 2000 Mike Mastin, a Bemidji police officer, was is a battalion medical officer with 15 ployed as a farmer... Corey Barke works at Star Ex- recognized by the City of Bemidji recently for excel- years of military service and will be in hibit and Environments. He and his wife, Bethany, lence in seat belt enforcement... Steven Loney and Iraq for a year. live in Brooklyn Park... Erik Larson of Cambridge Willow Sedore were married July 15, 2005, at Grand is a home inspector and does residential carpentry... Rapids where they reside. He is employed as a mental 1997 Ryan Aylesworth of Bemidji Alisa Franklin and Todd Meyer were married April health practitioner at Northland Counseling Center was a finisher in the Garry Bjorklund 22. Both are employed by Northomes Inc.... Todd and she is a staff writer at the Grand Rapids Herald... Half Marathon held in June at Du- Johnson has been registered as a professional land Amy Olson and Matt Boeke, both of Detroit Lakes, luth. He is a Bemidji High School surveyor. He’s been employed with Landecker & were married May 7, 2005, in Detroit Lakes. Amy teacher who also served as a guide to Associates Inc., Grand Rapids, for the past 10 years is a kindergarten teacher for Detroit Lakes Public a dozen students in the BHS Outdoor and is currently a project manager in the Walker Schools and he works at Young Life Castaway Club... Adventure Club… Heather (John- office... Lorri Mostad and Mark Holter (’83), her Jordan Welsh and Lee Peterson were married July son) Ritchie of Bemidji was a finisher husband, own Mustard Seed Gardens & Gifts, just 1 in Pelican Rapids. They live in West Palm Beach, in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon north of Bemidji... Anita Spangler was elected to a FL, where both are employed with the Palm Beach held in June at Duluth... John Schmitt one-year term as secretary of the Bemidji Habitat County School District... Michael Burgess and An- and his wife, Shannon, live in Laporte for Humanity Board. gie Ohotto were married July 15 in Bloomington. and have a son. Shannon recently The couple lives in Shakopee... Rachel Roberts and opened Shannon’s Tax & Consulting 1993 Scott Leindecker of Bemidji was a finisher in Jeffery Kuha were married October 7 in Hibbing. Services... Pat McNallen was head the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon held in June at She is a special education teacher at Century Junior coach to the Bemidji 11-year-old All- Duluth... Jason Saari of Roseville is employed as an in- High School in Forest Lake and he is the director Stars team that captured the state Cal formation delivery developer at Prime Therapeutics... of operations and a flight instructor at Thunderbird Ripken tournament title in July. Rochelle Van Den Heuvel is the new superintendent Aviation in Crystal... Chad Pontinen and Abigail of Greenway Schools... David Gooch is an industrial Paavola were married August 19 at Hoyt Lakes. He 1996 Michael Malterud of Bagley technology teacher at Bemidji High School. is employed as a manufacturing engineer with Boston was a finisher in the Garry Bjorklund Scientific and she is in her third year of veterinary Half Marathon held in June at Dulu- 1992 Suzi Rhae Ross is the coordinator of the school... Don Vigen is employed as a local client rep- th... Kari Opatz had a showing of her Bemidji Sculpture Walk and also a contributing art- resentative with RCB Collections in Bemidji. artwork at The Beanery in Aitkin this ist... Gwen Bimberg and David Sturrock were mar- summer... Brenda (Meyer) Holleman, ried February 11. She is working as an accountant 1999 Dan Jones of Cloquet recently received an agent with the Travel Chalet of Be- at Hoffman & Brobst and he is a political science the 2006 Distinguished Person of Color of the Year midji, has earned lifetime gold-level professor at Southwest Minnesota State University. Award at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. He status in Sandals Resorts’ Certified They live in Marshall... Matthew Manz received the is a member of the Nicickousemenecaning First Na- Sandals Specialist program. Master of Divinity degree from Luther Seminary on tion from Ontario, Canada. He has taught Ojibwe May 28 in Minneapolis and plans to serve a church in language courses at UW-Superior since 2002 and 1995 Jodie Tweed and Nels the Washington/Idaho Synod of the ELCA. He and at the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community Col- Norquist were married October 22, his wife, Anne, have two children... Gary Walworth lege since 1997... Heidi (Heem) Kellogg, along 2005, in Pequot Lakes. She is em- has retired from a 34-year teaching career, having with her husband, Andy, and their sons, Njorn and ployed at the Brainerd Dispatch and he spent 27 years teaching industrial arts and coaching Leif, are moving to Nigeria to work with Wycliffe is also employed at the Dispatch and in Springfield Public Schools. He and his wife have Bible Translators/The Seed Company doing Bible owns Maple Leaf Photography... Nick two grown sons. They now plan to build a new home translation... Kirby Harmon is the manager of the Neeb of Northfield is the new associ- at Leech Lake... Susan Richards coached the Bemidji new Book World Store in downtown Bemidji... Lori ate director of academic research and Junior Olympics 14-Under White volleyball team to Mattison graduated May 6 from the University of planning at St. Olaf College. He and several wins this summer... Dan Bryant, a Bemidji Alabama at Birmingham with a doctorate in pharma- his wife, Roz, have two children. She High School teacher, served as a guide to a dozen cology and toxicology... Ethan Johnson and Heidi is the director of alumni and parent students in the BHS Outdoor Adventure Club... Er- Bjerke were married August 19 in Clearbrook. He is relations at St. Olaf... Calub Shavlik nie Heifort served as assistant coach to the Bemidji co-owner of Robson Honey in Carrington, ND, and of Nevis is a fisheries biologist for the 10-year-old All-Stars team that took third place at she is employed with a dental clinic in New Rock- Minnesota Department of Natural Re- the Cal Ripken tournament at Waite Park in July... ford, ND... Matthew Mattson is the new athletic di- sources in Walker... Jay Bergland and Patrick Grundmeier was recently hired by Episcopal rector at Champlin Park High School... Bryan Dun- Toby (O’Neill) Bergland (’96) live in Community Services as campus director of the Arch- rud and Cassie LeTourneau were married August 25 Farmington and have two children. deacon Gilfillan Center in Bemidji. He also serves as in Ottertail. He coaches and teaches physical educa- Jay is the assistant director of student adjunct human relations instructor for Minnesota tion, health and developmental adapted physical ed- judicial affairs and academic integrity State Community and Technical College... Greg ucation for New York Mills Public Schools and she at the University of Minnesota and Bernard teaches English at Bemidji High School works in regional sales for TEVA Pharmaceuticals. Toby is a school counselor at Rich- and has published his first book entitled Alpha Sum- field Middle School... Jamie Dupuis mer. He was recently the guest speaker at the Pequot 1998 David Georgina lives in Park Rapids and is in his seventh year of teaching Eng- Lakes Library’s Garden Party Tea fundraiser. He was is working on a Ph.D at the University of North lish in Japan through the Global Edu- also a finisher in the Garry Bjorkland Half Marathon Dakota... Sarah Burgoyne and Justin Good were cational Opportunities Services Cor- held in June at Duluth. He and his wife live in Bemi- married June 25, 2005, in Pequot Lakes. They live poration... Larry Wirta and Amanda dji and have two daughters... Geri Hickerson is the in Merrifield... Raynita Houglum and her husband, Johnson were married October 7 in new executive director of the Bemidji Area Habitat Rick, live in International Falls and have two chil- Duluth. He currently works at Full for Humanity and is currently chair of the Beltrami Circle Image in Grand Rapids. She is

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County Humane Society and a board member of the to skate in her fourth inline skating he has also written Boom and Bust: Reflections Chronicling Community Resource Connections. marathon this fall. She and her hus- the History of Ottertail City. band, Rick, have one child. 1991 Thomas Mohrland and Brenda (Clemens) 1983 Dwight Flatt of Solway participated in the Mohrland (’90) live in Woodbury and have two 1986 Vicky Wangberg is the Bemidji Hangfire Blackpowder Club’s 31st annual children... Elling Olson has joined the construction fund raising chair of the Bemidji Ron-dee-voo in June... Charles Powell has been re- group at the Minneapolis-based Master development area Special Olympics program... certified by the Minnesota Bar Association as a civil firm. He was named senior project manager... Lisa Chris Fettig is director of Bemidji trial specialist... Dan Ninham, Cass Lake-Bena head Carlson is the new principal of Woodland Elemen- High School’s Vocalmotive show boys basketball coach, was named Section 6, Class tary School in Eagan... Jeri Steegmiller served as a choir that in 2005-2006 had its A Coach of the Year by the Minnesota Basketball chaperone when 200 girls and adults from the Girl most successful season since it be- Coaches Association. Scouts Land of Lakes Council spent a week this sum- gan competing 11 years ago. He mer in New York City... Helenruth Schuette hosted also leads the Bemidji Boys Choir... 1982 Lee Hanson and David Harrington, both of visitors to her garden as part of the Beltrami County Jill Katrin teaches second grade in Bemidji, were finishers in the Grandma’s Marathon Master Gardeners tour of eight area gardens held in International Falls where she lives held last summer in Duluth... Kitura Main served July... Marco Hunt and his wife, Marne, of Wood- with her husband, Mike. They as a chaperone when 200 girls and adults from the bury announce the April 13 birth of a son, Vincent have two children... John Bolduc is Girl Scouts Land of Lakes Council spent a week this Edward. chief of police in Brainerd and was summer in New York City... Dale Goodyear teaches recently appointed by the gover- industrial technology at Bemidji High School... Kari (Pickett) Munson of Bemidji was a fin- 1990 nor to the Peace Officer’s Stan- “Scotty” Campbell Allison and his wife, Leanne, isher in the Grandma’s Marathon held last summer in have two children and live in Daegu, Korea. He is Duluth... Amy Rice is working with the Chisholm dards and Training Board. He and his wife, Dawn, live in Fort Ripley a colonel in the U.S. Army and commands a brigade Area Chamber of Commerce, where she coordinates in Waegwan, Korea. He’s served 24 years in the chamber events. She’d previously held the position and have two children... Cheryl Koplin lives in Red Wing... David military... Armand Nelson and his wife, Pam, live of assistant vice president-branch manager with in Champlin with their two children. He is direc- American Bank in Chisholm. She and her husband, Arneson and Lynette (Berndt) tor in IT at Gander Mountain, chairman of the local Todd, have two sons. Todd is employed with the Arneson live in Ham Lake with Hibbing Fire Department. their two children. He is a senior parks and recreation commission and president of product specialist at Honeywell his school district’s PTO... Mark Fodness served as 1989 John Deden, a Bemidji High School teacher, and she works for Anoka-Hen- coach this summer to the Bemidji U12 Boys Soccer served as a guide to a dozen students in the BHS nepin School District... Brad and Team. They captured the league title finishing 7-1- Outdoor Adventure Club... John Lundebrek is a Penny (Hysell) Messer (’85) live in 1 in regular season play... Jim DeWenter is the Be- project manager with Elder Jones, a national retail Redwood Falls and have two chil- midji GED Test Center’s chief examiner... Jim Bakke contractor. He and his wife, Heather, live in Mon- dren... Michael Korpi is a patrol of Henderson, KY, is employed with Electronics ticello and have two children... Carol Gilbertson sergeant with the Airport Police Research and also works part time as a substitute el- is a clinical coordinator at North Country Health Department, St. Paul. He’s been ementary teacher and rock climbing coach. He has Services, Bemidji. She and her husband, Graig, live with the department since 1990 two children... Jane (Merseth) Merschman has been in Bemidji and have two children... Kelly Cordes and became a sergeant in 2001. A teaching English at Bagley High School since 1985. Howard works as the advertising/marketing assistant cross-country runner while at BSU, She and her husband, Jim, have three children... for Bank of the Mountains and as music director for he was to run his 50th marathon in Chuck Richards showed his artwork this summer five local radio stations in Eastern Kentucky. She and fall 2006. at Tri-County Hospital in Wadena. He and his wife her husband, Tim, live in West Liberty, KY, and have of 51 years, Mary, have lived in Wadena since 1974. three children... Vivienne Morgan of Bemidji had 1985 Leah Carpenter has been He retired in 2000 from teaching art in the Wadena- her artwork accepted into the 14th Annual Juried Art selected as a 2006 National TRIO Deer Creek School District. Exhibition held in August at the MacRostie Art Cen- Achiever. She is president of the ter in Grand Rapids. Leech Lake Tribal College and, as a 1981 Carol Richards, a BSU speech professor, student, participated in the Upward acted in a one-woman play that kicked off Women’s 1988 LaMae Ritchie of Bemidji was a finisher in Bound program at BSU... Laurel History Month activities at BSU in March... Mark the Grandma’s Marathon held last summer in Dulu- Beager is the new editor of the In- Morphew is the owner of True North Security in th... Pat Reynolds and her husband, Jack, of Bemidji ternational Falls Daily Journal having Bemidji... Carol Pelton and her husband, Mike, of served as honorary hosts for BSU’s Snow Ball in Feb- been promoted from her post as se- Bemidji celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary ruary... Ann Beck of Bagley was recently elected to nior writer... Derek Olson of Bagley on July 17... Mark Gray and his wife, Capri, live in the Northwest Minnesota Foundation Board of Di- showed his oil paintings at Gallery the Scratchgravel Hills north of Helena, MT, and rectors. She is director of community education for North in Bemidji this summer. He have three children. Mark teaches English at Capi- Bagley Public School... Roy Smith has been named rd also helped restore a home on Lake tal High School and is in his 33 year of teaching. regional workforce development coordinator with During the past two years he has been selected as a the Iron Range Resource Agency... Jan (Schreiber) of the Isles and has worked many years as a commercial artist painting Helena Education Foundation Distinguished Educa- Brown of St. Cloud teaches fifth and sixth grade at tor, been nominated twice for National Honor So- a Christian school and is a freelance proofreader for such large-scale projects as the mural ciety’s Most Inspirational Teacher Award and been publishing companies in Minnesota, Chicago and at Galli Furniture in Bagley... Doug New York. Graham of Houston, TX, has ac- included in the 2005-2006 editions of Who’s Who cepted a position in the educational Among America’s Teachers and National Honor Rolls’ 1987 Paul Parthun, a Bemidji police officer, was diagnostician field at a Houston area Outstanding American Teachers. recognized by the City of Bemidji recently for excel- school district. lence in seat belt enforcement... Malcolm Gillespie 1980 Stuart Desjarlait is superintendent of the is a project manager for Technical Services Engineer- 1984 Glen Heppner is living in Red Lake School District ... Sally (Colehour) My- ing Commercial Aircraft Modifications. He and his London, England, working as an ac- rom is the director of community partnerships for wife, Marcia, live in Camano Island, WA... Susanne tor and artist... Charles Olson of Ro- Girl Scouts Peace Pipe Council. She recently at- Whirley has joined the Wadena Medical Center seau is a retired criminal investigator tended the advanced academy for the Blandin Com- as a family nurse practitioner. She will also provide and private investigator. He has two munity Leadership Program. She and her husband, medical care for the Community Behavioral Health children... Heidi (Murray) Wenzel Gary, live in Redwood Falls... Todd Matta and his Hospital-Wadena... Paul Andreas of Bemidji Medi- and her husband, Tom, have two wife, Teresa, live in Stow, MA. They adopted an cal Equipment recently presented a check for $1,500 children and live in Little Canada... infant son from St. Petersburg, Russia, in August to the Beltrami County Fair to be used to increase the John Crandall, a historian, has writ- 2005 and are planning to adopt another child early handicapped seating capacity in the grandstand... ten the definitive history of Shell this year... Peter Friesen is the strength coach and Kim (Keller) Pirkl of Hampton is employed as a City, Silhouettes of Time. He and his trainer for the Carolina Hurricanes, the 2006 Stan- case manager at Blue Cross Blue Shield and planned wife, Karen, live in Wadena. Retir- ley Cup champions... Kris Ferraro, a certified public ing from a teaching career in 2006,

16 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 17 2 0 0 6 o U T S TClassa n Notesd ing A l umni Kermit Bensen Lorraine Cecil Dr. David Czarnecki Dr. Bruce Falk Paul Godlewski Dr. Debra Kellerman Carol Russell

Seven Bemidji State University graduates received Outstanding Alumni Awards at this year's Homecoming activities. The recipients were: Kermit Bensen ('60,'70), Bemidji, retired school principal; Lorraine Cecil ('68), Bemidji, retired director of External Studies Program, BSU; Dr. David Czarnecki, ('69,'73, deceased) Dubuque, Iowa, faculty, Loras College, Iowa; Dr. Bruce Falk ('71), Salol, dentist and farmer; Paul Godlewski ('70) Ramsey, partner, Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben law firm; Dr. Debra Kellerman ('72,'75) Oak Island, faculty, St. Cloud State University; and Carol Russell ('74), Brainerd, co-founder, Russell Herder, public relations firm.

accountant and owner of Broberg & Ferraro, Grand 1976 Robert Hurd is an industrial Glenn Chiodo is the superintendent of schools at Rapids, has been elected to the Blandin Foundation technology teacher at Bemidji High Park Rapids... Bob Whelan was recently named the Board of Trustees... Jerome Hartmann has been ap- School... Karen and Jim Mergens new Bemidji High School wrestling coach... Mark pointed to the Office of Vice President, Director of (’74) hosted visitors to their garden and Trucy Jurchen (’72) live on Sibley Lake. Mark Field Services, with Federated Insurance. as part of the Beltrami County Master has been manager of the Lakeland Agency, an in- Gardeners tour of eight area gardens surance company in Pequot Lakes, since 1999. The 1979 Jon Shorter of Bemidji was a finisher in the held in July... Ric Hoff owns Golden- couple has two daughters and a grandson... Karla Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon held in June at Du- Eye Productions, a photography and Jensen has released her first CD entitled “Collage.” luth... Sandra (Gurley) Herath and her husband, th video production studio in Bemidji... She’s been a teacher and coach at Pierz Healy High John, of Bemidji celebrated their 50 wedding an- Bob Kobilka of Bemidji took the title School for the past 28 years and has been married to niversary March 3... Julie Strand has worked for in the executive division match of her husband, Mark, since 1981. Owens Forest Products, Duluth, since 2004 and was this summer’s Birchmont Golf Tour- recently promoted to controller. nament. This was his first win in the 1974 Greg Ramey of Bemidji was a finisher in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon held in June at Du- 1978 Sue (Mattson) Halena was named copy tournament, having played for 21 years and serving as co-chair for 14 luth... Dennis Fermoyle teaches American history at desk chief at the St. Cloud Times in December 2005. Warroad High School and has written a book enti- She and her husband, Wayne, live in St. Cloud and years... Steve Fogelson was recently recognized for his 30 years of service tled In the Trenches: A Teacher’s Defense of Public Education. have two children... Andy Staudt was selected as the He and his wife, Susan, have three grown children... 2006-07 Teacher of the Year for the Bemidji School with IPS Inc. in Bemidji. He became an owner in 1977 and currently Nadine Berg and Roy Berg were featured musicians District. He has taught industrial technology in the last winter at a tea held in Hibbing by The American district for the past 28 years and has been teaching serves on the IPS Board of Directors. In 2001 he became the chief operat- Association of University Women. They live in the for 33 years in all... Kate Pearson serves as president Hibbing area where she gives private music lessons of the Bemidji Education Association... Gerald Sol- ing officer of Internet Commerce Solutions... Steven Inkel is a leader and he serves as director of vocal music at Commu- heim is an active member of the Paul Bunyan Vin- nity Presbyterian Church in Grand Rapids... Susan tage Auto Club... Ron Otterstad is the owner of of Boy Scout Troop 25 in Bemidji... Donald Greiman is a colonel near- Hoosier has been named director of the Northwest American Family Insurance of Bemidji... Steve Taflin Regional Small Business Development Center in Be- and his wife, Tina, renewed their wedding vows in ing the end of a 30-year career in the Air Force. He and his wife, Noel, live midji... Beverly Arnoldy is a usability and technical July at Gonvick... David Carlson of Turtle River was writing consultant with Usability Northwest, LLC in a finisher in Grandma’s Marathon held last summer in Springboro, OH, and have one son... Ted Heisserer is the new busi- Ocean Park, WA... Adele (Levchak) Munsterman of in Duluth. He is the interim vice president for stu- Brooklyn Park is the new president of the University dent development and enrollment at BSU. ness manager for Detroit Lakes Pub- lic Schools. He and his wife, Holly of Minnesota’s College of Education Alumni Society. 1977 Paul and Teri (Nebosis) Lindseth (’81) were (Plautz) Heisserer (’75), live in De- She was also recently appointed to the Minnesota recognized in June by the Bemidji High School troit Lakes... John Kincs and his wife, Humanities Commission Teacher Advisory Board baseball team for their many years of service to the Elaine, of Bemidji celebrated their and the National Education Association Elections baseball program... Linda (Butler) Brew served as 50th wedding anniversary in July... Committee. Carma Lee (Carlson) Ochu is in her coordinator of the Beltrami County Master Garden- Dan Stark serves as youth committee chair 27th year of teaching special educa- 1973 ers tour of eight area gardens in July... Betty Mag- with First Presbyterian Church, Bemidji... Lonnette tion for St. Anthony School District. nan and her husband, Ted, hosted visitors to their (Lindstrom) Whitchurch of Clearwater, FL, owns She and her husband, Bob, live in garden as part of the Beltrami County Master Gar- five gourmet lunch and catering shops called Lon- Coon Rapids and have two grown deners tour of eight area gardens held in July... Al ni’s Sandwiches, Etc. She was recently a finalist in children... Dale Gillson served as a Thomas is executive director of the Turn in Poach- the Tampa Bay Women’s Hall of Fame contest. She peace officer with the Aitkin County ers Program in Minnesota and has also served on the and her husband, Ron, moved to Florida in 1987... Sheriff’s Department for more than Minnetonka City Council for the past 11 years. He Vance Balstad served as publicity historian for this 22 years and as a volunteer firefighter and his wife, Joyce, have five children... Scott Baird, summer’s Fishing Has No Boundaries event in Bemi- for 29 years. He’s also served as a Hill a Bemidji curling veteran, has been inducted into dji... Russ and Ann (Joerger) Craigmile live in Alex- City Council member. the USCA Hall of Fame, becoming the first Bemi- andria and have two grown sons. Russ is a physical dji member since the Hall opened in 1984... Randy education teacher at Lincoln Elementary in Alexan- McGuire of St. Louis, MO, works as an archivist 1975 Ronald Heim served with other military veterans as a grand mar- dria. Ann was selected as 2006 Educator of the Year at Saint Louis University and recently started an at Alexandria Technical College where she’s taught archives consulting business... Kevin Yeats lives in shal for the Sullivan Lake Fourth of July boat parade... Richard Anderson for 31 years... Bill Leff has retired from his position Pequot Lakes with his wife, Carmel, and their three as provost of the Minnesota State Community and children... Jean Slinkman and her husband, Richard, is principal of Bemidji High School... th Technical College-Detroit Lakes in June, having of Bemidji celebrated their 50 wedding anniversary spent 33 years in education... Steve Collins has re- on August 11... Scott Pearson is a marketing repre- tired from a 33-year career of teaching and coach- Please NOTE: sentative with Federated Insurance. ing at New Prague Area Schools. He and his wife, Towns are located in Minnesota Frannie, live in New Prague and have four children. unless otherwise noted.

16 Bemidji State University Horizons Horizons Bemidji State University 17 Class Notes

1972 Kirk Myers of Outing has taken an early library science from the University 1963 Joe Mayer of Bemidji took the championship retirement from a career that included 16 years of of Wisconsin in 2004. She was wid- title in the senior men’s field of the Vandersluis Golf teaching and 14 years in administration and is now owed in January 2004. Tournament held in Bemidji... Dale Wolden earned focusing on real estate. He married Therese Kunz in a heroism award from the Beltrami County Sheriff 2002 and has three grown children... Wayne Bakke 1968 Loyd Melby of Badger was for freeing and possibly saving the life of Howie retired from teaching and lives in Lonsdale with his honored in July as one of two Roseau Schultz, who was pinned under the tires of a truck. wife, Deborah. They have three grown children... County residents named a Roseau Gary Stenberg and his wife, Karen, the first teachers County Outstanding Senior Citizen. 1962 John Salls is retired from teaching and is now to work at Faith Christian School in Detroit Lakes He is a retired teacher and principal. writing. He and his wife, Lila, live in Ortonville and when it opened in 1997, retired in May. They have have two grown children... Diane (Hoselton) Geno- Ralph Christofferson has two grown children... Thomas Welle, president of 1967 va lives in Northfield and has raised two children. retired from his post as Crookston First National Bank of Bemidji, joined in ground- School District superintendent, hav- breaking ceremonies in late June for the bank’s 1961 Norbert Pastir and his wife, Laurel, live in ing served in that position for five new home at 1600 Paul Bunyan Drive NW... Bruce Roseau... Belle (Sutton) Storbeck and her husband, years. He’s been an educator for 39 Carroll, live in Aurora and have four grown children Campbell was inducted as a new member in the Be- years... Rod McKenzie and his wife, and 10 grandchildren. midji Lions Club in June. Nancy, live in Wentzville, MO, and Edward Bolton of Nevis was a finisher in the have three children, Ryan, Stephanie 1960 1971 Jerry Winans and Kathy Winger were mar- Grandma’s Marathon held last summer in Duluth... and David... Julie (Quern) Thorson ried July 8 in Debs... Bill Harms hosted visitors to Evalin Wold recently moved to a retirement com- was recognized by the Thief River his garden as part of the Beltrami County Master munity in Miamisburg, OH... Ivan Lauderbaugh Falls chapter of the American Asso- Gardeners tour of eight area gardens held in July... and his wife, Elaine, of Bemidji celebrated their 50th ciation of University Women as one Roger Twigg recently retired from teaching and wedding anniversary May 19. coaching in Crosby-Ironton schools... Jeff Nichols of the chapter’s three 2006 Women recently retired from teaching in Crosby-Ironton of Honor. She and her husband, 1959 Dolly (Oaks) Talbert is in her 14th year of schools. He taught elementary school for 35 years... Howard, have two grown children... retirement, but keeps active by accompanying in- Victor Rinke, principal of Pine River Elemen- Peter Davis of Barton, VT, is retired strumental soloists at the Minnesota State High tary, was honored with a 2005 Division Leadership from a 35-year career of teaching and School League contest. She and her husband, Don, Achievement Award by the Minnesota Elementary coaching track. live in Luverne. School Principals’ Association. He has nearly 31 Vivian (Engebrigtson) Eg- years experience as a principal... Judy (Martinson) 1966 1958 Ron Phillips recently sold a salmon fish- gen of Wannaska was honored in Humeniuk has retired after spending 34 years as a ing business in California and plans to move back July as one of two Roseau County teacher, technology coordinator and career guid- to his hometown of Spencer, IA... Dwaine Marten residents named a Roseau County ance director at Lake of the Woods Schools. She and served as chairman of health and safety education Outstanding Senior Citizen. She is a her husband, John, live in Baudette and have two at the University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, prior to retired teacher. grown children... Tom Thurlow and his wife, Susan, retirement. live in Nisswa and have two grown children... Joan 1965 Barb and Dave Sjoblad (’64) 1955 Luvern Eickhoff and his wife, Avis, celebrat- (Koski) and Robert Hamann (’68) live in Staples... live on East Twin Lake near Pequot th Judy Dvorak acted in the second annual Voices of ed their 50 wedding anniversary on July 22 at their Lakes. Barb was recently featured home on the north shore of Lake Beltrami. the Past Cemetery Walk held in June at Greenwood in the Lake Country Echo for her ac- Cemetery, Bemidji... Joan (Kath) Ilstrup has retired complishments as a master gardener, 1953 Cora Ravndalen has retired from teaching from her position as a French teacher at Monticello conservationist and musician... Mar- and lives in Roosevelt. She was widowed in 2001 High School, concluding a 34-year teaching career. shall and Dorothy (Reed) Bergerson and has three grown sons. (’63) are retired and live in Virginia. 1970 Paul Godlewski, a shareholder with They have two grown children. 1952 Dick Lawrence of Eveleth was among five Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A. in Minneapolis, veteran coaches presented with Volunteer Excellence has been named a Super Lawyer for 2006. This is 1964 Tom Saterdalen, who was Award in August by the St. Louis County Board... the ninth consecutive year he has been named one inducted into the Minnesota High Mary (Randall) Norgart received a 2006 Top Aggie of Minnesota’s top attorneys by Minnesota Law & School Hockey Coaches Hall of Award from the Northwest School of Agriculture Politics magazine. He is a personal injury trial lawyer Fame in 2005, was the guest speaker Alumni Association. She’s helped serve individuals with 33 years of experience in his specialty... Bryan in August at the welcome back meet- with special needs for 50 years and is still an active Grand was honored in February when BSU retired ing for all Springfield Public School volunteer. She and her husband, Richard, live in his hockey jersey number during a celebration com- athletic and activity participants, Kings City, OR, and have five grown children. memorating 50 years of hockey at BSU. He recently their parents and supporters... Faith retired from a 30-year teaching career with the Bem- , a globally recognized doll 1950 Charles Patterson of Baton Rouge is a Loui- idji school District... Molly (Ericson) and Ken Abra- Wick maker and native of the Iron Range, siana State University professor emeritus and recipi- hamson (’69) were recently honored by the Upsala ent of the Distinguished Member Medal of Beta Phi community. Molly was selected as the 2006 Upsala recently donated 200 of her hand- crafted dolls valued at more than Mu, the International Library and Information Sci- Area Schools’ Teacher of the Year and her husband, ence Honor Society. Ken, was chosen as the Upsala Area Schools’ Vol- $250,000 to the Children’s Dis- unteer of the Year. She has been teaching for more covery Museum in Grand Rapids... Betty (Blair) Klemensich, a third 1949 Betty Nesbit and her husband, Charles, are than 25 years and he retired in 2003 after 33 years retired and living in Billings, MT. of teaching. They have three children... Bernadette grade teacher at Babbitt-Embar- Sorenson, dean of students in the Fosston School rass Elementary, has taught at that 1947 Margaret (Anderson) Hannem of Minne- District, has retired from a career in education span- school for 42 years and was recently apolis was widowed in 2005. ning more than 30 years. recognized with a Crystal Apple Award presented by the Horace 1942 Edna (Leen) Skold lives in Milton-Freewa- 1969 Hilda Kvaale of Gully is retired after teach- Mann Co.... Lowell Hanson retired ter, OR. She has two children, four grandchildren ing in public schools for 31 years and home school- in June, concluding a 40–year teach- and seven great-grandchildren. ing her two grandchildren for 12 years... Marie ing career. He lives in Everett, WA, (Krueger) Kelsey is the educational media and tech- and spent the last 35 years teaching 1941 Janice Linde and her husband, Erling, nology program director at the College of St. Scho- art and serving as an administrator at live in Moorhead and have three grown children. lastica, Duluth. She published a book on Ulysses S. Everett Community College. Grant in September 2005 and received her Ph.D. in Please NOTE: Towns are located in Minnesota unless otherwise noted.

18 Bemidji State University Horizons ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 19 2005-2006

The BSU Legacy Society recognizes those who have made a deferred or planned gift to the BSU Foundation. The society has grown from Greetings from the Bemidji State 43 charter members when it formed in 2002 to 150 members today. University Foundation! On behalf Don Anderson* Esther F. Instebo* Joan Campbell Anderson* John and Delphine Jacobsen* of the students, faculty, staff and Ken Anderson Margaret H. Johnson* Caroline and Boris Andrican* Peggy and Sam Johnson* administration at the University, Anonymous Vince Johnson Estate* thank you for your support this Anonymous Johannas Jordan Anonymous Bill and Pat Kelly past year. Your commitment to Anonymous Richard and Sharon King* Anonymous Margaret A. Kircher* BSU is making a difference on a Jessie Baer* Lillie M. Kleven* daily basis as we work together to reach our goal of building an even H.C. Baer* Sue and Curt Kringen M. James and Nancy Bensen* Roy and Eva T. Lind Estate* stronger University for the future. M. Fern Birnstihl* Neil McMurrin Marie Bishop* Nelmarie Melville This year's annual report not only highlights the growing support the Elaine D. Bohanon* Margaret (Peggy) Miles John “Fred” Breen Estate* John Mitchell University has received from generous alumni and friends, but also Raymond Breen Estate* Dorothy L. Moore* provides a glimpse of the impact those gifts are having on the lives of Al and Linda Brew Harry Moore Estate* Gurnee Bridgman Claude W. Morris* our students and campus community. Virginia Bridgman Betty Murray Bill and Henrietta Britton George Murray Since coming to BSU in May 2006, I have witnessed firsthand the Lynne E. Bunt Estate* Albiona and Wilford Nelson Estate* Jeff Busse Norm and Judy Nelson quality and rich history of the people and the educational enterprise here Dale and Joanne Carlson Raymond Nelson Rose Chen* John O’Boyle at the University. In the coming year and beyond, I look forward to Samuel Chen* Charlie O’Connor meeting as many members of the BSU family as I can, including BSU Bertha Christianson David and Dianne Parnow Almond (Al) Clark Bob and Mary Lou Peters alumni, friends and supporters. Annie Czarnecki David L. Peterson Estate* Caroline M. Czarnecki* Rohl Peterson Our mission is to build strong relationships and to provide effective Lyle E. Dally* Joanne Provo* Don DeKrey Jon and Trish Quistgaard opportunities for the support of Bemidji State University. You are, and Rebecca Eggers Dave and Kim Ramsey will continue to be, a vital partner in fulfilling that mission. Fritz and Robin Ehlers Tom and Sandy Richard Janet Erickson Willard and Lois Robertson Ann Moore Flowers* Pat Rosenbrock Thank you again for your support. I look forward to visiting with Steven Fogelson Carol Russell you in the future! Bill and Marge Forseth Irv and Pat St. John Jerry and Shirley Froseth Jack and Marie St. Martin Gail Gantz-Bergsven Walter Schuiling Helen Gill Ken and Betti Sherman Rob Bollinger Ted and Ardis Gillett* Hazel Shimmin Estate Beulah Gregoire Duane and Celeste Sperl Executive Director for University Advancement James D. Gribble* Ruth Stenerson Pat Grimes Maury and Lorna Sullivan* Keith Gunderson Merril Thiel* Kathryn K. Hamm* Dave and Peggy Tiffany* Jim Hanko Joanne Torfin Linda and Kurt Hanson James and Diane Tuorila Gudrun Harding Jeff and Christel Wallin Russell Harding Vic Weber Margaret H. Harlow* Wesley Winter Oluf and Margaret Haugsrud Shirley Yliniemi Estate* Barry Yocom and Betty Christ Beverly Henriques Robert and Sherry Young Ruth Howe Charles and Susan Zielin Myrtie A. Hunt* Deceased * = Charter Members

18 Bemidji State University Horizons ANNUALANNUAL REPORT REPORT Bemidji Bemidji State State University University Foundation Foundation 19

MOORE SCHOLARSHIP oveCONTINUES A Lasting cholarships L ffair With BSU S Dorothy Moore “That three-building com- awarded each yearA to a BSU “Endowed scholarships help The Moore scholarship music major. us attract talented scholar- helped her meet the financial plex, with the wonderful A few years ago, she also es- musicians,” comments Dr. commitments, so she could tablished two $10,000 charita- Brad Logan, chair of the BSU focus on her studies. in-winter tunnels, began ble gift annuities, one for each Department of Music. “Their “Dr. Moore’s scholarship al- of her sisters. Those gifts have participation in our solo and lows deserving students, who my long lasting love affair lasting benefits not only for ensemble programs have a often are without financial with what has grown to be her sisters, but also for Bemidji positive impact on our already means, to focus their entire State students. excellent product.” attention on their studies,” Bemidji State University.” “I went to Bemidji wanting Last year, the Moore schol- observes Dr. Nancy Erickson, to become a teacher and when arship went to Shien Yuin dean of the College of Arts I retired 40 years later, I had Yong, an international student and Letters. taught the gamut of preschool- from Malaysia, who plans to “Her own achievements as Dr. Dorothy Moore grew ers through university gradu- graduate from BSU in 2007 an educator who began build- up in the 1930s and 1940s as ate students,” Moore notes. with a degree in music and an ing her career at BSU, as well a ward of the State of Minne- For 22 years, she was the emphasis in piano pedagogy as her contribution to the de- sota. The only way she could vocal and instrumental music and performance. Her hope velopment of our future music afford college was with a teacher and consultant in the is to someday teach from her teachers, will remain her lega- scholarship and a job. St. Cloud Public Schools. She own piano studio. cy at BSU.” Her role models included a also taught in Wykoff, Go- Yong intended to study at For Moore, the main benefit few caring teachers who per- odridge and Russell schools BSU for just a semester, but of an endowment is the satis- ceived promise in her future. in Minnesota. Concluding her like Moore, she fell in love faction of knowing that she is They guided her search for teaching career as a professor with BSU and decided to stay. helping more students realize college scholarships, which in the College of Education at “My friends here are like fam- their dreams. led her to what was then Bemi- Georgia Southern University, ily to me,” she says. dji State Teachers College. she resides in Georgia. “That three-building com- In 2001, Moore received plex, with the wonderful Bemidji State’s Outstanding in-winter tunnels, began my Alumni Award in recognition long lasting love affair with of her achievements. She is what has grown to be Bemidji also a charter member of State University,” says Moore, the Legacy Society. class of 1949. “I was a fortunate member of that learning community and still value many of those con- tinuing friendships,” she notes. Bemidji State’s offer of a Rotary Club Scholarship and a job in Sanford Hall as a dor- mitory assistant convinced Moore to attend. She majored in English and in vocal and in- strumental music. Shien Yuin Yong Knowing how much that scholarship meant to her in those formative years led Moore to later endow a BSU scholarship as a tribute to her alma mater. The Dorothy L. Moore String Scholarship is

20 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 21 cholarships Bertha Christianson Scholarship Margaret H. Johnson Scholarship Abe Patterson Memorial Scholarship Over 230 endowment Marion Christianson & Betsy McDowell Sam/Peggy (Marvin) Johnson Scholarship Harold T Peters Scholarship S Scholarship Robin Norgaard Kelleher BSU Scholarship Philosophy Endowment accounts fund scholarships, AC Clark Library Robin Norgaard Kelleher Scholarship Physic Emeriti Faculty - Andrew Brown Wag Collins Scholarship William F Kirtland Memorial Scholarship Scholarship endowed chairs and Cowhick Scholarship KDAL/KDLH Scholarship Dr. Marjory Beck Physical Education Criminal Justice Scholarship Lillie Kleven Print Scholarship Graduate Student Scholarship numerous supportive Dr. Don W. Crompton Scholarship Knoshaug Mathematics Scholarship Ernest Plath Memorial Scholarship Amelia Dalzotto Memorial Nursing Robert Kramer Scholarship Joe Plummer Jazz Scholarship activities for which state Scholarship Danny Kraus Scholarship Jim Cecil Political Science Scholarship Eugene Dalzotto Art Purchase Award Kraus Anderson Scholarship Bemidji State University Capitol funds cannot be used. Robert & Jacqueline Decker Scholarship Ruth Lane Memorial Scholarship Internship Scholarship Ione DeKrey Memorial Scholarship League Wm Voters-M Parker/R Brune Presidential Scholarship Endowment Delta Kappa Gamma Society International/ Mangelsdorf Memorial Schl Professional Education Department Hazel Shimmin Scholarship League Wm Voters-Hazel Shimmin Endowment Endowed Scholarships Leonard Dickinson Scholarship Memorial Scholarship Red Lake Scholarship Herb & Lynn Doran BSU Men’s Hockey Rhonda Syverson Levinski Memorial Residential Life/Dining Service Award and Funds Scholarship Scholarship Patricia Rosenbrock Scholarship for Herb & Lynn Doran Fifth Year Scholarship Roy & Eva T. Lind Scholarship Community Activism Edwin Aalberts Memorial Scholarship G.S. Droba Engineering Physics Endowment P.Bradley Logan Choral Scholarship Dale Ross Baseball Scholarship AAUW - Mabel Parks Scholarship Les Duly Scholarship James & Janet Love Scholarship Rosselet-Hickey Scholarship Allan Adams Memorial Scholarship Dyrhaug Scholarship Joe & Jan Lueken American Indian Scholarship Tom Rowlette Scholarship Alpha Nu Omega/Alpha Tau Omega Drs. Dick & Eleanore Edwards Scholarship Joe & Jan Lueken Scholarship Phillip Sauer Scholarship Scholarship Bill Elliot Memorial Scholarship Malmquist Art Purchase Award Miriam Jaakola Savacheck Scholarship Alumni Association Endowment LeRoy Erickson Scholarship Ruth Brune Mangelsdorf Memorial Walter J. Schuiling Scholarship Alumni Assoc Quasi-Endowment Otto Erickson Scholarship Scholarship Joelyn Scriba Nursing Scholarship American Indian Alumni Scholarship Bertha Evenson Memorial Scholarship David J. Marchand-Edgar B.Gangware Music Roberta Sellon Award Endowment Fishing for Fun Emeriti Scholarship Education Schlrshp William Sellon Scholarship Chet Anderson Athletic Scholarship Football Endowment Theola Marsh Smith Scholarship Rick and Marcella Sherman Scholarship Anderson Family Scholarship Charles Fuchsman Scholarship Marshall China Studies Gordy Skaar Memorial Athletic Scholarship Marvin Anderson Family Scholarship Full Tuition Scholarship Allison Marvin Memorial Scholarship Constance Simenson-DeKrey Boris and Caroline Andrican Scholarship Fulton Gallagher Music Award Marvin Windows and Doors Scholarship Memorial Scholarship Elsie Annis Honor Award Andi & Mike Garrett Geographic Education Ken Masse Memorial Scholarship Sociology and Anthropology Professors John B. Arneson Scholarship Scholarship Math Emeriti Faculty Scholarship Emeriti Scholarship College of Arts/Letters Endowment Ronald A. Gearman Piano Scholarship Rick Maynard Scholarship Stephen & Lois Sorenson Endowment for Men’s Athletic Endowment Jeanne Gillen Scholarship McKee/Havumaki Scholarship Visual Arts Men’s Athletic Quasi Endowment Lowell R Gillett Scholarship Mike McKinley Business Marketing Hypatia Spangler Music Scholarship Linda & Norman Baer Scholarship Muriel B. Gilman Endowment Scholarship Special Situation Scholarship Ernest & Victoria Baker Science and John Glas Memorial Scholarship McKnight Foundation Scholarship Dr. Marjory Beck Sports Science Endowment Music Scholarship Beulah Gregoire Endowment James & Cameron McMahon Scholarship Jack/Marie St Martin Harry F. Bangsberg Memorial Scholarship Jim Grier Memorial Scholarship Stan K. Medina Memorial Scholarship American Indian Scholarship Grant Bateman Scholarship Harold Hagg History Scholarship Harry Melby Science Memorial Scholarship Jack/Marie St Martin Hockey Scholarship Richard E. Beitzel Scholarship Kathryn, Fred & Mabel Hamm Scholarship Sidney Melby Memorial Scholarship Star Tribune Foundation Scholarship Bemidji Area Retention Scholarship Russell & Gudren Harding Scholarship Fund Leonard D. Melville Memorial Scholarship Ruth Stenerson Scholarship Bemidji Concert Series Endowment Margaret H. Harlow Art Fund Memorial Scholarship George Stewart Memorial BSU Foundation General Scholarship Margaret H. Harlow Ceramics Scholarship Roy P Meyer Scholarship Hockey Scholarship BSU Foundation Quasi-Endowment Margaret H. Harlow Geography Scholarship Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Scholarship Willie Stittsworth Scholarship Bemidji State University Scholarship to Oluf & Margaret Haugsrud Scholarship Ben Miller Scholarship Sullivan International Student Scholarship Clearbrook -Gonvick High School. Elaine J. Hazard Scholarship Raymond S. Milowski Scholarship Sustainable Campus Research Scholarship Bender Scholarship Evan B. Hazard Scholarship 3M Chair of Accounting Tom Swanson Brass Quintet Scholarship Jim Bensen Innovation Fund Clara and John Helley, Sr. 3M Accounting Department Endowment Mary Helen Tarter Scholarship BIO Endowment Alumni Scholarship Modern/Classical Language Scholarship Carl Thompson Scholarship M. Fern Birnstihl Scholarship James & Marilyn Heltzer Scholarship Jeanette Moe-Pearce Memorial Scholarship Margaret Shepard-Thorbeck Scholarship Marie Bishop Scholarship Henderson, Patton, Jones Science Cliff Morlan Athletic Scholarship Ted Thorson Band Scholarship Roy Blackwood Mass Memorial Scholarship Dorothy Moore String Scholarship Patrick T. Trihey Science Teachers Communications Scholarship Henriques International Fund Harry Moore Scholarship Scholarship Harold Borchers Scholarship Annie B Henry Scholarship Music Depart Endowment Tuorila/Haiby Scholarship Dr. “B” - W.F. Bornschlegl Scholarship Lawrence H. “”Hollie”” Higgins Scholarship Music Dept Piano Endowment Dorothy Veranth Memorial Scholarship Paul V Boswell Memorial Scholarship Robert H. Peters Hockey Endowment Galen Nagle Memorial Fund Vets Club Scholarship (Lester Olson) John/Anne Brady Scholarship Hoganson Graduate Assistant Scholarship Naylor Electric Scholarship Norm Wagner Memorial Scholarship Paul Brandvik Choral Scholarship Charles S. Holt Memorial Scholarship William & Dona Mae Naylor Fund Ruth Warde Research Scholarship Fred Breen Endowment Bill and Bette Howe Scholarship Winston/Irene Naylor Scholarship John Warford Endowment Fund Ray Breen Endowment Ruth Howe Scholarship George W. Neilson Chair in Weber Scholarship Gurnee Bridgman Biology Scholarship Myrtie Hunt Alumni Scholarship Wetlands Ecology NA Welle Memorial Scholarship William Britton Scholarship American Indian Resource Center F. Miles and Margaret Nelson Scholarship Wes Westrum Memorial Scholarship Meredith Brown Music Scholarship Indian Studies Endowment Ray Nelson Scholarship Wes Winter Scholarship Jeffrey Busse Geography Scholarship Esther & Alfred C. Instebo Scholarship Cardinal Newman Scholarship Women’s Athletic Endowment Eben Calder Scholarship Instrumental Music Scholarship Ed Nordheim Scholarship Women’s Center Endowment Campus Honors Scholarship Jack & Delphine Jacobsen Scholarship North Star Homes Endowment John and Dana Yourd Scholarship Anita Carlson Memorial Scholarship Westy James Scholarship Nursing Scholarship Endowment Don Zuehlke Scholarship Arnold Johnson Basketball Scholarship Ottertail Co Scholarship Francis Johnson Scholarship Any errors or omissions are unintentional and deeply regretted.

20 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 21 ift to Help Keep BSU education cholarships G ffordable S Lowell Scearcy AWhen Lowell Scearcy went He spent 30 years as a high “Today, I think it’s hard for Carol Nielsen, interim dean of looking for a four-year college school football and basketball the College of Professional Stud- to attend in 1965, he knew he official and has supported athlet- kids to get through school ies, says that contributions to wanted an affordable school ics in countless roles. In 2002, he on just a summer job.” the Foundation are the financial that was close to home. He received the BSU Outstanding underpinnings for the develop- picked the nearest public col- Alumni Award. ment and growth of many BSU lege, but after a full day of Scearcy retired from teaching programs. Sara Lind, a sophomore and trekking across campus in an in 1999 after 27 years at Brain- “Scholarship funding is also accounting major from Wright, attempt to enroll at that institu- erd High School. He continues crucial for our students, many a small farming community tion, he changed his mind. as their head coach for the base- of whom work while attending southeast of Bemidji, finds that “The next day, I went to Be- ball team and for the Central school. Scholarships help keep to be true. Last year she worked midji State and got enrolled Lakes College football team. those students in school and cre- two jobs through the summer in an hour,” Scearcy recalls. Looking back on his success, ate the financial stability they and returned home every other “They were a little more stu- Scearcy says that his favorite need to stay focused on their weekend to work in a bar and dent friendly, I guess you’d memories “have nothing to do studies.” grill to help pay for school. say.” with winning or losing games, Scearcy, glad to play his part, She received a BSU Merit A bit of happenstance turned but the goofy things that hap- hopes that students make the Scholarship her freshman year out to be a good thing. Having pened along the way.” to defray costs. This year, she most of their BSU experience. attended a community college He has good memories of his funds part of her education by for two years, Scearcy finished time as an undergraduate at BSU. working as a residence assistant his studies at Bemidji State Uni- “People told me when I was a in Maple Hall. versity, graduating with a degree kid that college is the best time “Scholarships made it much in mathematics in 1967 and a of your life,” Scearcy reflects. “A easier adjusting to college with- master’s degree in 1976. lot of young people don’t believe out having to worry about He had always wanted to be a that, but it’s true.” money,” notes Lind, who coach and particularly enjoyed Scearcy and his wife, Diane, hopes to someday own a baseball, a sport he managed to foundation director for Central business. It also helped play by convincing his younger Lakes College, contribute regu- her delay using loans. brother to help with chores so larly to the BSU Foundation to he could go to practice. That support a variety of scholarships. practice paid dividends. Their hope is that such gifts will Among all coaches in the his- help keep college affordable. tory of Minnesota high school Scearcy put himself through baseball, Scearcy ranks second BSU by working on the North- for his winning record and holds ern Pacific Railroad during the the number one spot among ac- summers. “Today, I think it’s hard tive coaches. In 2005, he was in- for kids to get through school ducted into the Minnesota State on just a summer job,” says High School Baseball Coaches Scearcy. Hall of Fame and recently re- ceived the state coaches associ- ation’s George Haun Award for service.

“Scholarships made it much easier adjusting to college without having to worry about money.” Sara Lind

22 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 23 cholarships Gifts made to the following Sfunds provide scholarships on an 2005-06 annual basis. Bemidji State University Foundation Board President, Joe Dunn Annual Scholarships President Elect, Secretary/Treasurer, Becky Dawley, ‘77 Vice President, Robin Kelleher, ‘72 Alumni Relative Scholarship Past President, Robin Mechelke, ‘80 Marjory C. Beck Nursing Scholarship Muriel and Jack Beech Memorial Scholarship John Davies Bemidji Rotary Scholarship Gerald Green, ‘60 Nancy and Jim Bensen Scholarship Jim Hanko BSU Distance Learning Scholarship Jeff Kemink Al Clark Scholarship Joe Lueken Deloitte-Touche Scholarship Peter Nelson Elks Vocal Scholarship Lee Norman, ‘74 Enbridge Energy Scholarship Dave Ramsey, ’78 (Alumni Association Representative) Trustee Emeritus Erickson Part-time Student Scholarship Federated Insurance Information Services Scholarship Natalie Roholt Federated Insurance Business Scholarship Brian St. Martin, ‘92 Federated Insurance Business Athlete Scholarship Dave Sorensen, ‘72 Frasco Memorial Scholarship Willie Stittsworth, ‘53 Ed Gersich Distance Education Scholarship George Thelen, ‘64 Anthony Gramer Football Scholarship Guy Vena, ‘60 Great Lakes Transmission Co Scholarship Hartz Scholarship Iverson Corner Drug Pre-Pharmacy Scholarship Ex-Officio Johnson Controls Scholarship M. James Bensen, ’59, Legacy Society Representative Lakehead Pipeline Co Ltd Partnership Scholarship Geraldine Lane Scholarship Rob Bollinger, Executive Director for University Advancement Larson Allen Accounting Scholarship Nolan Pitlick, BSU Student Senate Representative Leah Scholarship Jon Quistgaard, BSU President Gordon-Lindgren-Marathon Scholarship Ken Traxler, Beaver Pride Representative Gladys McKinley Distance Learning Scholarship Michael McKinley Distance Learning Scholarship Minnesota Energy Resources Scholarship Morgan Family Technology Education Scholarship Don Niskanen Men’s Golf Scholarship Northern Minnesota Distance Learning Professional Scholarship Endowed Chairs Palmer & Tarbell Scholarship Rod Pickett BSU Men’s Hockey Scholarship George W. Neilson Presidential Honorarium Scholarship Jack Quistgard Pre-Pharmacy Scholarship Chair in Wetlands Ecology Jack/Marie St Martin Men’s Hockey Scholarship Gerald Schnabel History Scholarship Sorensen Business Scholarship 3M Chair of Accounting Spry Environmental Sciences Scholarship An endowed chair is a faculty position Theatre Faculty & Alumni Scholarship supported by income from an endowed Theta Tau Epsilon Scholarship fund established by a gift or gifts from Valvoline Instant Oil Change Men’s Hockey Scholarship private sources. There are two endowed funds at Bemidji State University. Any errors or omissions are unintentional and deeply regretted. Scholarship Dollars Awarded Merit Scholarships $20,250 Campus Honors Scholarships $38,000 Alumni Relative Scholarships $34,500 Presidential Scholarships $29,000 Full Tuition Scholarships $144,265 Beaver Pride Athletic Grants $189,330 Athletic Grants from University Funds $40,000 Athletic Grants fromOther Funds $40,685 Other Annual and Endowed Scholarships $252,071

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While gifts of any Betty Murray $1,000 to $2,499 Allen W., ‘76, and JoAnne Kuha Gerald L., ‘47, and Fern A. (Englund) Robert J., ‘72, and Barbara Aalberts Frank and Diane Labadie S Nichols, ‘46 R. Dale Ladig AC Hardwoods Lumber Company, Inc. amount are very much David G., ‘66, and Brenda (Brovold) Odegaard Ace on the Lake Larson, Allen, Weishair & Co., LLP Grant and M. Kristine Oppegaard Douglas and Renee Leif appreciated, this report Otter Tail Power Company Allen Oman State Farm Agency Boris and Caroline S. (Dahl) Andrican, ‘53 Gordon E. and Alice L. Lindgren Paul Bunyan Telephone P. Bradley and Dawn Logan contains only gifts of Jack and Marie St. Martin Anonymous Anonymous William D. and Jodi Maki Teammates for Kids Foundation Robert and Vicky Mansson $1,000 or more contributed George M., ‘64, and Sandra A. Thelen Anonymous Marjory C. Beck Keith Marek between July 1, 2005, $5,000 to $9,999 Thomas J. Beech Allen E., ‘72, and Susan D. Mathieu Jon R., ‘83, and Debra J. McTaggart, ‘82 American Family Insurance Richard and Josephine Beitzel and June 30, 2006. William J. and Maria Beitzel Nelmarie Melville, ‘94 Winnifred Anderson The Minneapolis Foundation If your name was omitted, ARAMARK Bemidji Co-op Association The Bernick Companies Bemidji Lions Club Leo D. Morgan, ‘89 misspelled or incorrectly Dick’s Northside, Inc. Bemidji Rotary Club Mortgage Source, Inc. Gregory S. Droba, ‘92 Bob Lowth Ford, Inc. Nei Bottling Inc. listed, please contact the Federated Insurance Foundation Brad Spry Insurance Agency, Inc. North Central Door Company Bernard M. Granum Paul A. and Mary Lou Brandvik North Country Business Products BSU Foundation Office. Hobart Laboratories, Inc. John Carlson Agency, Inc. Northway Services of Bemidji, Inc. Ruth A. Howe and Merril Thiel Cellular One Northwestern Surveying & Engineering, Inc. Additional donors are Lillie M. Kleven, ‘37 Kenneth L., ‘50, and Marion M. (Fenson) Nuss Truck Group Inc. Kraus-Anderson Construction Company Christianson, ‘50 Douglas L. Onan, ‘70 listed on the BSU - North Division Citizens State Bank Midwest Otterstad Insurance Agency David J., ‘57, and Mara Marchand Al A. Clark Insurance Agency, Inc. Pat Knoer State Farm Insurance Foundation website, Ciri Smith Medina Edward M., ‘92, and Marla Huss Patrias MeritCare Clinic Bemidji Cool Threads County of Oneida Paul Bunyan Broadcasting www.bsufoundation.org Norbord Minnesota Greg and Jenna Peters North Country Health Services Donald H. and Petra J. (Hegstad) DeKrey, ‘89 Steven J., ‘75, and Veronica DeKrey Private Bank Minnesota NorthernLight FX Sound & Lighting Jack and Mary Betty Quistgard Equipment Bernard L. Dickey, ‘61 Paulee, Inc. Herbert A. and Lynn Doran Michael J., ‘76, and Jackie Rasch BSU Foundation Rod and De Pickett Mark C., ‘77, and Catherine Eagles John and Pat B. Reynolds, ‘88 Cumulative Giving The Pioneer/Advertiser Enbridge Energy Partners Tom H., ‘66, and Sandra K. (Geroy) Richard, ‘66 Lowell Stephen, ‘72, and Lois K. (Johnson) Steven and Susan Engel Scott R. Robbins, ‘92 Sorenson, ‘72 Gary S. and Nancy C. Erickson Kay M. Robinson $100,000 to $249,999 USA Color Printing First Federal Bank Stuart and Susan M. (Hickey) Rosselet, ‘79 The George W. Neilson Foundation Joseph J. Zywiec, ‘72 Connie Jo Foote, ‘84 Elizabeth Sauer, ‘63 John W. Marvin Herbert M. Fougner, ‘36 Joseph, ‘65, and Patricia A. Scaletta $2,500 to $4,999 Joann Fredrickson William J. and Rochelle A. Scheela $50,000 to $99,999 Anonymous Gregory and Naomi C. Garber Schmitt Properties, LLC Lueken’s Village Foods Anonymous Gerrells Sports Center John T. Schuiling, ‘32 Bemidji Dental Clinic Clark D., ‘72, and Judith Gilbertson Scripture Agency $25,000 to $49,999 Bemidji Woolens, Inc. Ordella M. Gilbertson, ‘73 Steven R., ‘78, and Robyn (McQuade) Seide, ‘77 Lorraine F. Cecil, ‘68 M. Fern (Ramsey) Birnstihl, ‘30 Rick and Carol Goeb Pete and Marilyn Simonson Clarity Coverdale Fury Lisa Haberman Skaar Distributing Company Gary W. and Marlene G. Somers Moe Joseph and Karen Dunn Sharon Moe Kathryn K. Hamm, ‘29 Spaulding Motors, Inc. Bruce D., ‘71, and Mary Jo Falk Specials Delivery Northern Inn Muriel B. Gilman James F. and Jo Hanko Otto Bremer Foundation Kurt F. and Linda S. Hanson Michael J., ‘83, and Melinda A. Spry, ‘83 Ed Grandy Brian St. Martin, ‘92 John C. Pearce Beulah F. Gregoire, ‘40 Hartz Foundation Stephen Pearce James and Cathie C. Hatch, ‘80 State Farm Insurance Companies - Gary Belanus Myrtie A. Hunt Deborah A. Steinbar, ‘92, and William Petersen Barbara L. Wylie Betsy J. McDowell Richard R., ‘61, and Dorothy Haugo Miller McDonald, Inc. Headwaters Shrine Club Terrance Johnson, Orthopedic Surgeon, P.A. $10,000 to $24,999 Minnesota Energy Resources John R. Heneman Thomas Miller, Orthopedic Surgeon, P.A. Anonymous Minnesota Humanities Commission Holiday Inn Express Christine I., ‘02, and Dick Tolman M. James, ‘59, and Nancy R. (Berge) Bensen, ‘57 James and Janice Naylor Lynne K. Holt, ‘80 Kenneth W. Traxler Jeffrey P. Busse, ‘88 Lee A. Norman, ‘74 Terrance C., ‘67, and Cindy Holter University of Wisconsin Eau Claire Elfrida B. Glas Robert H. and Mary Lou Peters Howard and Mary Hoody Valvoline Instant Oil Change Hampton Inn & Suites Rohl C., ‘57, and Patricia Peterson Idaho Book & School Supply James O. Walker Paul Sam, ‘69, and Margaret A. (Marvin) Pinnacle Publishing LLC Iverson Corner Drug Austin F., ‘70, and Paula J. Wallestad Johnson, ‘67 James L. and Carol A. Richards, ‘81 Robert and Patricia (McCarvill) Walrath, ‘62 Robin (Norgaard) Kelleher, ‘72 John R., ‘64, and Delphine (Forte) Jacobsen, ‘63 Patrick R. Riley and Natalie Roholt Brian and JoAnn Johnson Victor D. Weber Clayton M. and Ivy J. Knoshaug Patricia Rosenbrock Richard R., ‘66, and Judith M. (Bengston) Werner Marvin Lumber & Cedar Company Russell Herder Johnson Controls Thomas H., ‘79, and Susan M. Kaplan, ‘80 Bryan G., ‘76, and Judy M. (Olson) Westerman, ‘77 Michael McKinley, ‘65 Walter J., ‘75, and Mardene Schuiling Wholesale Supply Company McKinley Companies, Inc. Keith’s Pizza Security Bank USA Lyndon and Lise Wieseman Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe David L., ‘72, and Kathryn S. Sorensen Jeff and Roxy Kemink Diane L. Moe and Thomas G. Fitzgerald Richard, ‘65, and Sharon King Jerry F. Winans, ‘71 Thomas L. and Bonnie J. Swanson Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Joanne Torfin David E. and Charlotte Kingsbury Craig J. and Wendy Starr Kirtland Association, Inc. Lucy M. (Vlajnich) Kirtland, ‘52 Norman A., ‘58, and Ginger Kramer

24 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 25 BSU enefactor Appreciates an Buncompromising Start Jeffrey Busse “In my senior year, I Jeffrey Busse almost didn’t as well as a bequest to support walked into Dr. Garrett’s Busse Geography Scholarship graduate from Bemidji State the University. helped fund his senior year. University in 1988 as he had “We truly appreciate alumni office and told him that He, too, appreciated the planned. who provide this kind of en- I was going to have to small class sizes and support- His course schedule was couragement and support to ive faculty. In fact, he landed daunting and he was sure it our students,” says Dr. Ranae drop something.” his first internship with help was more than he could han- Womack, dean of the College from one of his BSU profes- dle. But one of his geography of Social and Natural Sciences. sors. That internship led him professors and department “Scholarships offer students perience was one of the most to a job with Pro-West Associ- chair at the time, Dr. Mike valuable financial assistance important skills that I took ates in Walker, where he now Garrett, saw it differently. while also recognizing their with me into the work force,” does parcel data development. “In my senior year, I walked academic achievements and notes Busse. “The BSU geography de- into Dr. Garrett’s office and fostering the idea of giving In addition, he came away partment is like their own lit- told him that I was going to back to further the careers of with a passion for traveling. tle family, and they’re always have to drop something,” future students.” Since graduating, his adven- willing to help,” Hovi says. Busse recalls. He also remem- Busse earned his geography tures have included a dream- In the department, most bers Garrett’s response – a re- degree in 1988 and soon start- fulfilling trek through the rug- scholarships range from $500 sounding “No, you’re not!” ed as a statistician with the ged and stunning landscapes to $1,000 and are awarded to “Dr. Garett did not take U.S. Bureau of Mines. In 1996, of Patagonia in South America juniors and seniors already anything off my plate. He re- he joined the U.S. Geological and a voyage along coastal committed to their major. arranged what was there, and Survey (USGS) in Virginia Norway. His travel list also in- “That is a significant amount I graduated on time and on and has spent the last 10 years cludes the Minnesota fishing and can make a difference just budget.” working with their Minerals opener every May and visits when advanced-level students For that, and much more, Information Team. His work with Minnesota friends and may need the financial assis- Busse is grateful. So, as his has twice earned the USGS family as often as possible. tance most,” Garrett explains. own career advanced, he has STAR Award for Excellence. Jared Hovi shares Busse’s “Current students appreciate shown his gratitude to BSU Crediting BSU for his solid fondness for Minnesota and the fact that a grad has made a by establishing an endowment career preparation, he points the University. A Grand Rap- contribution on their behalf.” fund for geography students, to small class sizes, personal ids native and outdoor en- When Busse decided to interaction with professors thusiast, Hovi is a 2006 BSU make a bequest to BSU, he and numerous opportunities graduate with a degree in ge- became a member of the Be- to present and defend his re- ography. Becoming hooked on midji State University Foun- search as defining activities. geography in a course he’d tak- dation Legacy Society, where “That kind of speaking ex- en at a community college, he his contributions support transferred to BSU where the students like Hovi and many others who follow. “The Bemidji State Universi- ty Department of Geography changed my life,” Busse says. “If I can play a small role in the Geography Department’s mission of educating and developing the succeeding generations of geographers and leaders, that will make me happy.”

Jared Hovi

24 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 25 ifts itting Gifts received in memory of Dr. Wilford J. Deweese Gifts received in memory of Gifts to the Helen E. Bull Elizabeth Fankhanel George Smith G Richard L. Bull Peter and Marilyn Gandrud Elizabeth Smith Dr. James and Connie Ghostley F BSU Foundation in Gifts received in memory of Annette E. Gregoire Gifts received in memory of memory of or in honor David Czarnecki Marlin and Sandra Kaul Frances Spadafore Phyllis Czarnecki Vesta Q. Kerns James and Gail Conway of another person. Leslie and Virginia Lundsten Shirley K. Kocinski Christine Emmer Charleen D. Peryon Bill and Joyce Koehnen Peggy Mathews Gifts received in memory of Gifts received in memory of Nelmarie Melville Greg T. Stevenson Memorials and Honors Diane Duly Robert and Carol Mork Laverne and Theodore Stevenson Lorraine Cecil Agnette Oas Marsha Stevenson Gifts received in memory of Hilmer and Pearl Pederson Bud Amble Gifts received in memory of Dr. Jon and Trish Quistgaard Gifts received in memory of Frances Peterson Eldridge A. Erickson Jack and Mary Betty Quistgard George H. Stewart Edie Sandstrom Jeannette Barnhart Carol H. Sather Richard L. Bull Gifts received in memory of Geraldine and Charles Carlson Nemah Hussain Ann Aguais Vi Smalley Emmie Lou Carmichael Morris L. Webb John Phillips Irv and Pat St. John Charles and Roberta Cheyney Irene K. Stewart Roger and Thelma Cole Gifts received in memory of Gifts received in memory of Erickson Family Trust Joseph Scaletta Gifts received in memory of Marie Bishop Jean Erickson James M. Thompson Patricia Scaletta Dr. Richard and Josephine Beitzel Roy and Beverly Erickson Bob Dalley Dr. William and Henrietta Britton Darcy Healy Lorraine F. Cecil Gifts received in memory of Cliff and Ann Hewitt Bill Schwartz Gifts received in memory of Dr. Lowell and Ardis Gillett Diana M. and Robert E. Kittredge Dick Vogel Polly Scotland Elfrida B. Glas June Erickson LaBlanc Lorraine Cecil Evelyn Hatfield Betty LaDue Dr. Richard and Dorothy Haugo Kathleen A. and Adolph W. Link (Continued on page 28) Lynne K. Holt Barbara Luketich Suzanne and Curt Kringen S.D. Mason Betty Murray Otto and Judy Olsson Virginia and Bevie Sanders

Gifts received in memory of Katharine Schultz S t Paul V. Boswell Wayne H. Smith ASSETS Holly Annis Sharon Strickland a

Kevin and Connie Barsness John and Thelma Stull Current Assets t e m nt o f Po siti n Maxine and Paul Boswell Thomas and Mary Elizabeth Thompson Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 90,074 Janalee R. Brandt Investments 10,636,615 Steven D. Cairns Gifts received in memory of Contributions Receivable 275,949 Aaron Bernard Coonce LeRoy Erickson Prepaid Expenses 2,390 Rev. Michael A. Dekraai Charlene M. Washburn Total Current Assets 11,005,028 Tatyana Dumova Norma and Dennis Fitzgerald Gifts received in memory of Property and Equipment 424,826 Peg Furshong Charles Gallagher Other Assets Ted and Donna Furshong Richard and Josephine Beitzel Shannon Gullickson Contributions Receivable 87,134 Fulton and Nancy Gallagher Remainder Interest in Real Estate 44,613 Birgit Hans Tom and Bonnie Swanson Vincen and Carol Hatlen Cash Surrender Value Life Insurance 38,533 Marjorie and John Holl Gifts received in memory of Total Other Assets 170,280 David and Mary Ingebrigtson Arthur H. Hedlund Total Assets 11,600,134 Frank Johnson Lorraine F. Cecil Kent and Eunice Kapplinger Drs. Raymond and Beatrice Knodel Gretchen M. Lang LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Nancy J. Leier Gifts received in memory of Current Liabilities Thomas W. Lortie Dr. William Kirtland Patricia A. Lynde-Hemmah George and Elaine Nakano Accounts Payable $ 82,486 T. Todd Masman Annuities Payable, Current Portion 30,878 Gloria R. Matejcek Gifts received in memory of Note Payable, Current Portion 5,696 Linden McNeilus Eldon Lehman Michael and Jody Nitz Total Current Liabilities 119,060 Arion and Rachel Poitra Lorraine Cecil Deanna D. Evans Long-term Liabilities Kent and Kelly Porter Annuities Payable, Long Term Portion 120,856 Michael and Janet Reagan Gifts received in memory of Note Payable, Long Term Portion 18,985 Stephen and Robbin Rendahl Gladys McKinley Total Long Term Liabilities 139,841 Shannon and Michael Size Richard Jokinen Kathy Sjostrom Total Liabilities 258,901 Jaune Quick-to-See Smith Net Assets Wally and Kara Stack Gifts received in memory of Janine Thull & Jeff Richter Leonard D. Melville Unrestricted Net Assets Kristie G. Tveit Hilma M. Belair University Fund $ 87,341 Dorothy V. Boe Alumni House Acquisition -85,000 Gifts received in memory of Donald and Vivian Bye Plant Fund 424,826 Elizabeth Bridston Kenneth and Marion Christianson Total Unrestricted Net Assets 427,167 Wagner and Alice Collins Robert Scriba Temporarily Restricted Net Assets 2,001,211 Permanently Restricted Net Assets 8,912,855 Total Net Assets 11,341,233 26 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT Total Liabilities and Net Assets 11,600,134 ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 27

E n d o w m e n t P r o v e s itting emorial F f o r S t e w a r t George Stewart M “He told anyone who Anyone well acquainted “He told anyone who would Rick Goeb, BSU athletic direc- would listen that he went with George Stewart, knew he listen that he went to Bemidji tor. “Athletics is appreciative to Bemidji State; so every- graduated from Bemidji State State; so everyone who knew of those who create lifelong University. him, knew he went to school learning opportunities for our one who knew him, knew He loved to share his story, there,” Irene says. This year’s future leaders.” he went to school there.” according to his wife, Irene, recipient of the George Stewart Following graduation, Stew- who notes that he particularly Memorial Scholarship is Na- art moved to Michigan where Irene Stewart enjoyed talking about the BSU than Schwartzbauer, a senior he taught school for several men’s hockey program. Stew- majoring in sports management years before becoming an alco- Tom Serratore, head coach art played on the BSU team with a minor in business. He’s a hol and drug awareness educa- of the BSU men’s hockey team, in 1949, but hockey in those defenseman on the BSU men’s tor for the State of Michigan couldn’t agree more and says days was a far cry from the Di- hockey team. from which he retired. Mak- that the Stewart family’s gen- vision I program that has since “As soon as I learned about ing Michigan home, Stewart erosity is an incentive to oth- evolved. the Stewart scholarship, it was continued to enjoy his Bemidji ers who may also want to give Graduating from high school awesome”, says Schwartzbauer connections. back. in 1946, Stewart served in the of Wasilla, Alaska. “But after After his death, Stewart’s “It’s not just the hockey that’s Navy for two years before en- hearing his story, it’s that much family traveled to East Grand important, but the camaraderie rolling at Bemidji State. Short- more of an honor to accept it.” Forks to bury his ashes in a and growth into responsible ly after arriving in Bemidji, he Schwartzbauer and his team- family plot. On the way, they young adults. That’s what it’s and Irene started a family and mates are keenly aware of how stopped in Bemidji and buried all about, and George Stewart had two daughters by the time those early players paved the way some of his ashes outside the was a great example of that.” he graduated in 1951 with a for those who have followed. BSU hockey arena as a tribute bachelor of arts in education. “I can imagine being one of to his lifelong passion for his “The whole time we were at those guys some day and com- alma mater and its hockey BSU was a struggle for us, but ing back to the John Glas or a tradition. we got through,” Irene says. new arena,” Schwartzbauer “His spirit is there, I’m “He had to get through school said. “I’ll always be proud to say sure,” says his wife. and get a full-time job. He fin- that I’ve been part of Bemidji ished in three years.” State.” Despite those struggles, That’s a sentiment the BSU Stewart made time to play athletic program hopes to in- hockey and football at BSU still in all of its players. and left college with many “Endowments are all about fond memories. Never los- giving back to the youth, our ing his passion for hockey, he future, and giving them the played the game throughout resources to help make so- most of his life and closely ciety better for the next followed college hockey. He generation,” says Dr. particularly enjoyed watching BSU emerge with its own Divi- sion I team. His family ensured that his love for BSU hockey contin- ued after his death in 2005. At that time, they established an endowed scholarship in his name to benefit the BSU men’s hockey program.

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26 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 27 ifts (Continued from page 26) Gifts received in honor of Clayton Knoshaug G Dr. Richard and Josephine Beitzel Linda and Bruce Blanchard Memorials and Honors Dr. Elaine D. Bohanon Anonymous Growth of Foundation Assets Gifts received in memory of Sherry Ray Carlsrud Wesley W. Winter Wagner and Alice Collins Anonymous 14,000,000 James Amato and Patricia Richard-Amato Dr. Kirt and Janet Dreyer $11,600,134 Don O. and Norma Anderson Drs. Gary and Nancy Erickson 12,000,000 Dr. Ronald Anderson & Dr. Lorraine Anderson Louise M. Fasen Gary and Catherine Ballman Dr. Richard and Dorothy Haugo 10,000,000 Dr. Richard and Josephine Beitzel Dr. Evan and Elaine Hazard $8,292,598 Maurice and Evelyn Bomstad ING Foundation 8,000,000 Dr. William and Henrietta Britton Teruyuki Yamamoto and Yasuko Kitamura Carol J. Cadwell Drs. Raymond and Beatrice Knodel 6,000,000 Lorraine F. Cecil Karl E. Leslie Terry L. Colton $4,469,682 Glenn Thomas Like 4,000,000 Debra Dornfeld & Shepherd Myers Drs. Gordon and Alice Lindgren William and Carmen Ford Colleen Livingston $1,943,061 Dr. William and Margie Forseth Dr. Dada M. Maglajlic 2,000,000 Brian L. and Alexa E. Giddings Ross D. Mason Dr. Lowell and Ardis Gillett Phil and Linda McDonald 0 Leland R. and Susan M. Granlund Charles and Merilee Meyers 1991 1996 2001 2006 Cynthia A. Grimm Dr. Gerald Morine Dr. Richard and Dorothy Haugo John H. Olszanski Doris Havumaki Chad and Michelle Pierson Lynne K. Holt Dr. Jon and Trish Quistgaard Gloria D. Joy Tom and Sandy Richard Drs. Raymond and Beatrice Knodel Stu and Susan Rosselet Helen Landreth Marty and Linda Wolf Drs. Gordon and Alice Lindgren Growth of Endowed Funds Ken and Mary Lundberg Gifts received in honor of Larry and Kay Mack Dr. Patricia Rosenbrock 12,000,000 Dr. Robert and Mary Melchior Carol M. Alstrom $9,909,504 Dr. Gerald Morine Linda and Bruce Blanchard 10,000,000 Edwin and Betty Nordheim Mary Bowen Anonymous Kenneth and Marion Christianson 8,000,000 Frances Peterson Dr. Patrick Donnay and Lori Forshee-Donnay $7,026,482 Dr. Robert and Marian Pickett Dr. Muriel B. Gilman 6,000,000 Beatrice Renaud Robert and Jeanne Glassmann Dr. Frank M. Saccoman Joan M. Hance 4,000,000 Debra and Gregg Savitt Michelle A. Hanson $3,456,685 Alfred and Joan Schmidt Debra K. Hegquist $1,684,293 Dr. Duane and Marilyn Sea Sherry Hill 2,000,000 Dick and Jean Slinkman Dr. Ruth Howe & Merril Thiel John and Linda Taylor Dr. Myrtie A. Hunt 0 Dr. Victor D. Weber Lori K. Hutchins 1991 1996 2001 2006 Lorraine R. Zuehlke Lynda C. Johnson Gifts received in memory of B. Christina Kippenhan Don Wohlrabe Clayton and Ivy Knoshaug Suzanne and Curt Kringen Tom and Bonnie Swanson Carol L. Lindow Betsy McDowell Gifts received in honor of Dr. Kathleen J. Meyer BSU Foundation Caroline Andrican Dr. Nancy C. Michael David and Stacey Whaley Dr. Raymond Milowski & Dr. Carol Milowski Scholarship Dollars Provided Dr. Robert and Sally Montebello 900,000 Gifts received in honor of Donna Palivec Dr. Roy Blackwood Tuleah Palmer 800,000 $788,101 Donna M. Hoiem Bob and Mary Lou Peters Brian and Kristin Nordling Dr. Jon and Trish Quistgaard 700,000 Sue and Pat Rankin Gifts received in honor of Sandy and Tim Rasmus $628,680 Meredith L. Brown Linda L. and W. Clark Reid 600,000 Kathy and Joel Berglund Michael and Kimberly Roysland Lt Col Gayle D. Norgaard (RET) Tamahay Camp 500,000 Mylla K. Urban Gifts received in honor of Dick and Rose Vesely 400,000 Dr. Myrtie A. Hunt Sally A. Wiltse Suzanne and Curt Kringen 300,000 Gifts received in honor of Gifts received in honor of William Weaver 200,000 $211,521 Lois Jenkins Colleen Livingston Dr. Johannas M. Jordan 100,000 Drs. Raymond and Beatrice Knodel $44,098 0 1991 1996 2001 2006 28 Bemidji State University Foundation ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT Bemidji State University Foundation 29 xtending E pportunities Entrepreneur Ensures Al Clark Educational Futures O “I’ve found a passion for Dr. Al Clark’s college days After investigating various op- working with people, helping weren’t idyllic. He arrived at tions, Clark decided to start a Bemidji State University in State Farm insurance agency. people. I try to help whatever the early 1960s expecting late- “I’d taken insurance classes and organization I’m in.” night cram sessions, an active sold mutual funds, life insur- social life, wins with Beaver ance and tax-sheltered annui- teams, and a leadership role ties for about eight years while in the Student Senate. As his I was teaching,” Clark explains. been instrumental in develop- freshman year unfolded, how- “I understood insurance and ing a scholarship program for ever, his college experience also business.” Webb Elementary School in took a dramatic twist. He moved to Arlington, TX, Arlington where 92 percent Just one quarter into his stud- rented an office and started of the students are considered ies at BSU, his father suffered from zero. From there, Clark to be disadvantaged. This pro- a heart attack that prompted soared to the top, where he gram provides a college schol- Clark to return home and help now sits as the nation’s number arship for any student who fin- tend to the family’s Kabekona one State Farm agent. ishes high school. grocery store. The move was With his own agency, 18 em- His caring for today’s kids is only 16 miles, but it meant a ployees and national recogni- due in part to his BSU experi- much-changed college life for tion, Clark is enjoying the en- ences where he credits faculty Clark. trepreneurial success he set out with taking an interest in him As a leader, valedictorian and to achieve. and caring about him. “The teachers were always very sup- winning multi-sport captain at Over the years, Clark’s role has Laporte High School, Clark an- portive and interested in me as evolved to managing the agen- a person,” Clark says. “I think ticipated similar success in col- cy rather than client accounts. lege, but found those wanting. that was a very important part However, no matter what his of my education – that I was But Clark, a self-described role ­– agent, manager, com- looked at as a person.” overachiever, focused on his munity member or philanthro- Clark sees his college experi- interest in business, joining the pist – Clark is energized when BSU Business Club and earning ence as a great one, despite helping people. “I’ve found a the twists and turns of his ini- a bachelor’s degree in business passion for working with peo- education along with a minor in tial BSU plans. “I don’t think I ple, helping people,” he says. “I missed anything,” he says. economics. “Some of the disap- try to help whatever organiza- pointments I had as a student tion I’m in.” In fact, Clark would like to re- athlete, I turned them around,” ciprocate for all he received. Clark says. His passion extends to his past. Clark funds an annual scholar- “I have an attitude of leaving In fact, he turned them into sig- ship, which he intends to endow, the world a little better than nificant successes as a teacher, for BSU students from Laporte when I got here. I try to be a a coach, and a multiple-degree High School. “It’s in apprecia- plus instead of a minus,” Clark earner. He earned a master’s tion for BSU and Laporte,” Clark explains. and a doctorate from the Uni- explains. “It was my foundation. versity of Minnesota. “When When figuring the adjustment And I think it’s somewhere I can on that claim, the outcome is I got to the end, I was offered make a difference.” to run a vocational education clear: Clark is a definite plus. program, but I decided I really Clark’s philosophy extends to didn’t want to do that,” Clark other educational endeavors, says. “I wanted to have my own as well. As the Arlington Ro- business.” tary Club’s former president and foundation board member, he’s

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