WESTERN inA publication for friendstouch & alumni of Western College Fall 2008 • Volume 12 • Number 2 INSIDE Message from the Chairman Economic times are tough across the atmosphere. Respondents also be- Friends & Alumni country – the news headlines con- lieve the college is worthy of private- Invest in WNC...... 2 tinue to talk about the mortgage and sector support and that a major gifts home loan crises; the stock market campaign would be well-received. Arts & Culture...... 3 takes a dive and comparisons are The Board recently updated its stra- made to the Great Depression; unem- tegic plan and has incorporated the ployment numbers hit a record high study results into its future planning Gifting...... 4 in our state; and Nevadans are facing – rest assured we remain committed some of the worst budgets cuts ever to our vision of creating one of the Class Notes...... 9 recorded. finest community colleges in the na- Yet through it all, Western Ne- tion. Foundation News...... 10 vada College continues to shine as a Finally, the WNC Foundation ex- beacon to its residents that there is ists because of the tremendous gener- Wild About Wildcats...... 11 always hope for a better way of life osity of its donors. Our donors give and that ray of for many hope is in the “A vision without a task is but a dream; a reasons, but form of higher task without a vision is drudgery; a vision I can tell you education. The and a task are the hope of the world.” from per- benefits of high- sonal expe- Welcome to the er education are Inscribed at a 17th century church in Sussex, England rience that New in touch! many, not only they care from an economic perspective, but deeply about the community they live We hope you enjoy our from the increased sense of societal in, the betterment of that community, consciousness one gains and the po- and the educational advancement of new format and additional tential for self improvement. our youth and citizens. On behalf of The WNC Foundation Board the Board, I extend a heartfelt thank updates about Western. of Trustees continues to work hard you to the many individuals and in helping the college provide these businesses that value education and benefits to students. As part of that share in this drive to help others im- TO RECEIVE FUTURE ISSUES, effort, the board hired the Clements prove their lives. E-MAIL US YOUR PREFERENCE: Group in spring 2008 to conduct a feasibility study to determine the col- By mail: To receive in touch in the mail, lege’s strengths and challenges, and provide your full name and address so that to quantify and prioritize the college’s you will continue to receive future issues. needs over the next decade. Nine- ty-seven community stakeholders Online: To receive in touch as a pdf file, were interviewed by the consultants provide your full name and e-mail address so andthe results are extremely positive. that we can notify you with our online link to It is clear that WNC enjoys a strong future issues of in touch. reputation for providing access to quality, responsive, affordable pro- Roger Williams E-mail: [email protected], or grams and for its collegial and caring [email protected] 775-445-4410 Keep up to date on Western happenings @ www.wnc.edu - Bookmark it!

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Investing in WNC Fallon Golf Tournament Benefits Western Students Golfers had a great time at plan to attend WNC Fallon. The 37 the WNC Fallon /Greater golfers raised a grand total of $3,000. Nevada Mortgage Ser- Six Fallon students will receive $500 vices Golf Tournament in April. In each for their 2008-09 academic year. addition to the tournament itself, Thank you Greater Nevada Mortgage they enjoyed the luncheon, raffle, Services, especially Nick Serrano, and and tee prizes as they raised funds Bus Scharmann, Dean of Fallon Cam- to provide scholarships for Churchill pus & Rural/Business Development, County High School graduates who for all your hard work. Great job!

“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” Desmond Tutu SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL Science Carson City Supports Light Barrier Gives Better View of the Stars Our Students Soroptimist International of Carson City re- City lights in Carson City reduce the screwdriver to hold sheet metal in cently donated $1,000 to the Support Our place. contrast of the night sky and make it Students (SOS) Book Fund. The fund was harder for viewing planets and stars. The observatory is open on Sat- urday evenings throughout the year created by the WNC Faculty Senate to offer A solid fence was installed recently to financial support to students who have dif- protect the Jack C. from dusk until ficulty paying for required books or related Davis Observatory 11 p.m. Come from ambient light. appreciate the supplies. With the help of the Soroptimist Several WNC con- stars, moon and organization, approximately 20 students struction technolo- planets with less per year receive aid from this fund. This fi- gy students worked light pollution nancial support contributes to the students’ on the project, in- and learn how to success in college and improves their future cluding Peter Re- preserve the dark opportunities. Thank you, Soroptimist Inter- skies for future inschmidt, shown national of Carson City! here using a power generations.

Churchill County Offers Nursing Assistance to College The rural component of Western’s sioners for their support of communi- highly regarded nursing program ty college programs in Fallon. Thanks has garnered critical assistance as the also goes to those in our nursing Churchill County Board of Commis- program, especially Dr. Judy Cordia sioners unanimously voted to extend and Linda Jacks, as well as President the college’s use of county facilities Carol Lucey, Dean Bus Scharmann for the program’s clinical lab. The and Vice President Helaine Jesse, for new agreement will continue until all their efforts. June 30, 2012. Western extends sin- cere thanks to the Board of Commis-

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Events Faces, Voices & Stories Western Nevada College’s annual series of lectures, films and events brings the world and issues into sharp focus. All events will be on the Carson City campus with free admission to most events.

“Around the World in 90 Minutes” Thursday, Nov. 20 • Marlette Hall • 7 p.m. Get ready for a whirlwind journey with award-winning author The SPOTLIGHT Marty Essen, who has visited all seven continents in search of rare and interesting wildlife. Essen captured thousands of is on Broadway! images during his travels, and now the very best are Western Nevada presented in a high-energy digital slide show. His Musical Theatre Company presentation is full of laughs, surprises and interesting facts. Carson City Community Center November 8-23

Call 775-445-4249 for tickets to all shows “Cultural Globalization – General - $18 • Students/Seniors - $16 The ‘Similar’ World We Live In” Youth 17 & under - $14 Thursday, Feb. 26 • Marlette Hall • 7 p.m. WNC Geography/GIS Professor Chris Ryan South Pacific Considered to be one of the takes a look at globalization in a visual lecture, greatest musicals of all time, this focusing on the loss of traditions and the larger love story set in the South Pacific changes in society. Ryan has spent summers islands during World War II won nine working for the Education Foundation of Tony awards. The show is animated with non-stop the National Geographic Society since 1992, hits, including There is Nothin’ Like traveling and teaching in more than a Dame, Some Enchanted Evening, 50 countries. Bali Ha’i, I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair, Wonderful Guy, and Younger Than Springtime. INFORMATION 445-3324

GALLERY “I have learned that asking EXHIBITS 2008 “Education is for improving the ourselves not just what we want lives of others and for leaving to be but who we want to be is so your community and world bet- important at every stage of our CARSON CAMPUS ter than you found it.” lives. That’s because, in a way, Main Gallery - Bristlecone we’re starting out fresh in the Through November 5 Marian Wright Edelman world every single day.” “Cairns” Works by Edward Martinez Maria Shriver

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A Scholarship Can Change a Life Over and over, the foundation hears from students whose lives were changed by a scholarship they received. Establishing a scholarship is easy, and the options are many.

Annual Giving Awards - Generally donors One-Time Awards - Donors may establish Endowment Funds - Generally donors es- establish annual giving funds in which scholarship awards which are awarded tablish an endowment with a minimum they donate gifts to be placed in a WNC once or in designated increments until of $10,500, allowing a scholarship of $500 scholarship fund. The sum may or may funds are exhausted. Memorial dona- to be awarded the first year. The WNC not change annually per donor wishes. tions are often established as this type of Foundation expends the interest earned Annually the foundation office confirms scholarship. during a fiscal year as the scholarship donor participation and posts scholarship amount, leaving the principal intact to al- availability accordingly. low the scholarship to exist in perpetuity. Donors may elect to create an endowment The foundation would like to recognize and thank the with annual donations over a period of a few years. Additional gifts to the fund following individuals and organizations that established may be made at any time. newly endowed and annual scholarships from March 1,2008 through August 31, 2008.

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS Ed Jesse Scholarship - Helaine Jesse Perina-Lambin Scholarship - The David W. Insurance Agents and Brokers of Nevada and her brother, Kirk, have established a scholarship Lambin Family has established a scholarship for stu- Scholarship - The Insurance Agents and Brokers of in honor of their father, a great athlete and college dents pursuing a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Nevada have increased their former endowment of baseball player. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded Construction Management. Two students will receive $125,000 by an additional $125,000 for business stu- to a student-athlete who attends WNC full-time and $1,000 each for a period of two years. Students must dents at WNC, especially for those students who have maintains a 3.0 or better grade point average. attend WNC full-time and maintain a grade point aver- an interest or emphasis in Insurance and Risk Manage- age of 3.0 or better. ment. Students must attend WNC full-time and main- Helen Devereux Memorial Scholarship - In tain a grade point average of 3.0 or better. memory of her mother, Patricia Devereux will award ONE-TIME AWARDS an $800 scholarship to a female Hispanic student in Donald Van Nostrand Memorial Scholarship- ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS her freshman year. The student must attend WNC full- In memory of her father, Donna Redfern will provide Advocates to End Domestic Violence time, maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or better two $325 scholarships to students who are pursuing Scholarship - Advocates to End Domestic Violence and have financial need. In addition, the student’s a degree in criminal justice or attend Western’s Peace has established a scholarship for female students who family must have lived in the U.S. for less than 20 Officer Academy. Students must have financial need, are single parents, live in Carson City and attend the years. Helen Devereux taught kindergarten to mainly attend WNC full-time and maintain a grade point av- Carson City campus. Two students will receive $1,000 minority children for more than 40 years. Daughter erage of 2.5 or better. During his long career in law each. Students must maintain a grade point average Patricia is currently a volunteer tutor for English as a enforcement and public safety, Donald VanNostrand of 2.0 or better and maintain an enrollment status of Second Language college students. Her primary in- served as both a police and highway patrol officer six or more credits each semester. Millennium schol- terest is increasing opportunities for Hispanic girls to throughout California and was a California firefighter. ars are ineligible for this scholarship. receive a college education. Nursing Class of 2008 Legacy Scholarship - BAWN/Edd P. Furgerson Memorial Melba Silver Memorial Scholarship - In The graduating nursing class of 2008 raised $926 to Scholarship - In support of students pursuing a memory of their mother, Ann Silver and her brothers provide two $463 scholarships to one upcoming first Bachelor of Technology Degree in Construction Man- Adam, Erik and Owen have established a scholarship year and one second year nursing student. Students agement, Builders Association of Western Nevada for students pursuing a degree in Early Childhood must maintain a 3.0 or better grade point average and will award three $1,000 scholarships to sophomore Education. Two students will be awarded $500 each. full-time enrollment status. Single parents are ineligible. students in the AAS Construction Technology program The students must attend at least half-time, maintain who have declared a BT Construction Management a 3.0 or better GPA, have financial need and be com- Patricia J. Erwin Memorial Scholarship - In major, or sophomore through senior students in the mitted to a teaching career. Melba was a mother of memory of their dear friend, fellow members of the BT Construction Management Program. Students four, a graduate of Cornell University, first a profes- National Society Colonial Dames 17th Century will must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 and must sional advertising executive and later, after receiving award a $500 scholarship to a Native American stu- maintain this average in construction courses to qual- her masters degree in Education, a teacher. She was dent with a 3.0 or better grade point average and who ify for future scholarships. This scholarship replaces the founder of EDUCAGE, a non-profit, alternative high is attending WNC full-time. Patricia, a librarian at Hug the former Construction Trades Program Scholarship school for financially and academically-challenged High School, was a strong and courageous woman, a that funded high school students attending WNC for teens, located in White Plains, New York. It now serves wonderful wife and mother to five children. Known construction classes. hundreds of disadvantaged teens pursuing their high for her many acts of kindness, charity, faith and sense school diplomas. of humor, she was beloved by her many friends and fellow members of historical and genealogical orga- nizations.

4 Fall 2008 WNC in touch MAGAZINE www.wnc.edu/foundation/ GIFTING TO WNC Ways to Give Remembering WNC The foundation invites you to partner with the college in building a better community. Our in Your Estate greatest resource is education, and educated citizens are our greatest asset. There are many ways that you can participate in the growth and improvement of WNC. Planning One way is to make a financial gift to the college. At the heart of Western Nevada College’s vital part- nership with the community is private support. By Annual Gift - An individual annual gift has a tax advantage for donors who itemize their deductions. Funds can be designated to address a variety of the college’s needs such as schol- providing funding, our friends demonstrate a shared arships and athletics. vision with WNC to become one of the finest colleges in the nation. Memorial Gift - A gift which recognizes achievement and shows love of family or friends One of the ways to show your support is to re- is a beautiful memorial. When the gift also benefits the community through the education of member WNC in your will and other long-range estate future generations, it is truly a living gift. plans. Charitable bequests allow you to contribute to WNC without giving away assets you may need during Endowment - An endowment is a gift that keeps giving. The fund’s principal is invested and your lifetime. You can designate a particular program only the earnings are used to support the desired project. This is an extraordinary investment to support, or you can make a bequest that is unre- that changes many lives and builds many futures. stricted and allow WNC to determine the best use for the donation. Gifts of Securities & Real Estate - This type of gift has both tax benefits and long- As you update your will, please consider be- term benefits for the college. Donors get a double income benefit by giving long-term appreci- quests of cash and real property, retirement plans, life ated securities and real estate rather than selling them to give an equal amount in cash. Initially insurance and endowments. We can provide you and they receive a deduction for the full present fair market value of the gift. Then they are allowed your attorney with language to include in your will a complete avoidance of the capital gains tax on the appreciation. that ensures that your wishes will be carried out. If you are considering this opportunity, think it Life Insurance - Donors may now make a charitable gift of life insurance for the cash sur- through carefully and meet with your attorney. Be render value of the policy and the current premiums. The insurance donor receives the same very clear in describing what you want given and to basic tax benefits as other donors contributing to WNC. whom. We hope that you will tell us when you have named WNC in your will as we would like to thank you Will/Bequest - Naming WNC in a will is another way to support the college. This type of for your generosity. If you prefer anonymity, your gift gift gives flexibility in providing for family needs first while receiving the benefit of estate tax will be kept confidential. deduction for the value of the bequest. INFORMATION INFORMATION WNC Foundation . . . 445-3240 Helaine Jesse, Vice President of Development & External Affairs, 775-445-3240 Sandi Richman, Foundation Special Projects Coordinator, 775-445-4410

BUILDING COMMUNITY – ONE STUDENT AT A TIME Yes! You can join Western Nevada College’s efforts to help build a better community by passing along some of your good fortune to those trying to improve their lives through education. Please make your check payable to WNC Foundation and mail it with the completed donation form to the WNC Foundation Office. All contributions are tax deductible and truly appreciated.

Enclosed is my check for: $______MC/VISA #: ______Exp. Date: ______

Please direct my contribution to: Scholarships Athletics Performing Arts Greatest Need Other ______Name: ______Daytime Phone: ______(please print) Address: ______Thank you for caring! City State Zip ______E-mail: ______Signature

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Maizie Harris Jesse Investing in Our Future Jane Johnson Michael J. Johnson The WNC Foundation extends its deepest appreciation and gratitude to donors who have Perry V. Johnson so thoughtfully invested in the support of the educational experience for so many students. Royal Johnson Where would the college be without their dedicated support? You could argue that the col- Randall J. Jones William E. Kahl lege would not even exist. Dick Kale The following recognizes those who made a gift to Western Nevada College between James A. Kalicki January 1, 2008 and June 30, 2008. If your name was omitted, please accept our apologies James F. Kelly and contact the Office of Development and External Affairs at 775-445-3240. On behalf of the Kennametal Inc. Brian P. Kernan college, thank you for the extraordinary opportunities you have helped provide. Johnny C. Key KG Parklines Inc. Kelly Kiesow Century 21 Green Valley Realty Brenda S. Fields Fields Dwayne A. Killgore LEADERSHIP CIRCLES 2008 Maxine Cirac Mike Fondi Kilpatrick Johnston & Adler City National Bank Barbara Ford Julie King Kathryn Clark-Ross Cindy Frank Ed Kingham Friend of the College – Up to $499 Penelope A. Clifford Jaunice Franzen John Kinkella John Aldax Claire & Jim Clift Chris Fritsen Kirkwood Mountain Resort Ronald S. Amrhein CMC Joist & Deck Yesencia C. Fuentes Richard Kloes Jack Andersen Frederick J. Cole Gwen Gabriel John Q. Knowles Valerie Andersen Jami-Sue Coleman Kevin Gaffney Margaret Konieczny Robert J. Anderson Robert D. Collier R. S. Gagen Winnie Kortemeier Dane Apalategui Keith Conrad Dennis C. Gay Mildred & Jake LaFleur Applebee’s Dave Cook Jacky Gentine Carol R. Lange M. Jose Arraiz Judith B. Cordia Doug George Danny Larson Stephanie & Richard Arrigotti Abel Cortez Mark Ghan J.W. Lazzari Donna M. Ashby Roderic A. Coyner Edda Gibson Katherine Leao ASPE National Office Robert E. Crenshaw John H. Gimple Donald R. LeGrand Mary J. Auble Brian F. Crowe Joel F. Glover Dena Legros Donald Bagley II Harriet E. Cummings Gold Dust West Walter Lewis Banner Churchill Community Priscilla Cyphers Larry Goodnight Lifetouch National School Studios Hospital Auxiliary D & D Plumbing, Inc. Daniel R. Graham Barbara List Banner Health D’Vine Wine & Bistro John W. Grant Songhai Liu Joann D. Barnett Kimberly A. Dandos Steven E. Graul Kimberly Lowe-Reynolds Michael H. Barnett Kathy & Skylo Dangler Amber Gudmundson Joann Luiz Michael Batesel Frank R. Davis Paul H. Guttman Mary & Joe Lushina Jonathan Bauter Gregory C. Davis Sherry Haar Douglas B. MacDonald G. Jesse Beaudry Jack L. Davis Lillian & Al Hack Michon Mackedon Wallace K. Bennett Dayton Valley Golf & Country Club Cherilyn Hack Mary Margaret Madden Berney Realty Mary DeMaria Cecilia Hackman Lori Magnante Sharon Kay Berry Bruce D. Denney Fereidoun Hadjighasemi Christina J. Magro Nicole & Jed Block Department of the Army Kathy & Rick Halbardier Mike Malay Patricia G. Boden Diamond Peak Ski Resort Juliette E. Hamilton James Manning Catherine Boedenauer Walter L. Dillard Harley-Davidson Financial Services Ron G. Marrujo Books Are Fun Darla Dodge Harrah’s Reno Crystal A. Marshall Boomtown Casino & Hotel Andrea & John Doran Bruce E. Hartman Jessica Marshall Rhonda Leigh Borchert Leo M. Drozdoff Patrick Hartman Edward A. Martin Ashley Borrowman Lillian Dubroka Raynell Heaton Sharre A. Martin Delia M. Bottoms Ginny Dugan Sonya J. Hellwinkel Denise Martinez Martin Bradt Dwayne Duke Hershenow & Klippenstein Architects Patrice B. Marvel Gerald Brandvold Margaret M. Dunlap Donald Cavin Hill Dan Mayes Mike R. Brown Tami Dunn Jeanette Hill Vivienne McClendon Tim Burns Mary (Katie) Durbin Christina M. Hillis Timothy McFarren & Sandra Koch Kendall Buscay Doris D. Dwyer Erlinda R. Hipol-Rollings Joseph McKoy Alan J. Butson Shannon Eades David R. Hoid Jean McNeil Michael G. Callaghan Golf Course Erich Holcombe George McNulty Derek K. Campbell Damion Easley Holland & Hart, LLP Meeks Lumber Company Theodora Cantanho Paul Eastwood Darcy K. Houghton Dawn Michel Capital Auto Trim, Inc. Edward C. Reed High School Emily Howarth Claudia Miller Capitol City Computing Kay Elverum Donal Hummer, Jr. Kenneth A. Miller Steve Carman Anita Enders Michele M. Humphrey Toby Minter Carson City Little League, Inc. Evergreen Health & Rehabilitation Larry D. Hurlbut William M. Mobley Carson Jewelry and Loan Center Michael J. Ingenluyff Donnie & Roger Moellendorf Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center Monica Fairbanks Jack E. Kennedy & Associates Donald A. Molde Carson Valley Inn Faucette Micro Systems, Inc. Alice & Harold Jacobsen Gail A. Montes Casa de Buena Vista William C. Feltner Lois K. James Mitch Moody Deborah Case Bryan Ferenz Edward A. Jesse John R. Moore Catholic Healthcare West Mark Fesler Herbert R. & Gladyce Jesse Nanita K. Moore

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Judi Moravec Melisa Siembida Supporter of the College - Distinguished Patron of the College - Colleen & Bob Morin Megan S. Sloan $500-$999 $5,000-$9,999 Kirk Mortimore Gwenn Snow ABD Insurance & Financial Services Electronic Evolution Technologies, Inc. Christopher Muller Duane Sorensen AT&T Foundation Helen Close Charitable Foundation John Murphey Susan & Harvey Soule Capital Ford/Mercury Betty Kopfhammer Kevin P. Murphy Kyleiann M. Soule CC Communications Sierra Pacific Power Co. Nancy Nagel Ray Sprinkle Churchill Co. Economic Development Angelica Navarette State Farm Insurance Authority Benefactor of the College - Randy Naylor Deborah L. Steinberg Builders Association of Western Nevada $10,000-$24,999 Sherry Neil-Urban Richard A. Stewart Dennis Banks Construction Laurie Lew & Leonard McCrigler Daniel Neisingh Stockman’s Casino Anthony Enard Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation Paul D. Nelson James Strange Anne P. Hansen Bernice W. Sheldon Penny Nicely Danna G. Sturm John C. Fremont Chapter NSDAR Bonnie & Kiyoshi Nishikawa Celine & Walt Sullivan Janet King Distinguished Benefactor of the Northern Nevada Medical Center Ken Sullivan Jamie & Mark Kotsay College - $25,000-$49,999 Not Just Books James E. Sumner, Jr. Michele & Steve Lewis Banner Churchill Community Hospital Diane Nungary Lisa Swearingen Randall Long Carl & Bette Dodge Trust Maureen O’Brien Marilee & Ron Swirczek Lumos & Associates Inc. Eileen O’Grady Kathy & John Tatro Joe McGinley Holly O’Toole Sharon Tetly Oppio Ranches, LLC Visionary of the College - Bonnie Parnell Daren E. Thomas Lee Ann & Scott Rasner $50,000-$99,999 Christopher J. Patterson Michael P. Thomas Regent Care Center Annette & Harvey Whittemore Phillip E. Patton Shelina Thomas Nahid Sarvinehbaghi William Scott Penzel Loretta J. Tiede Savage & Son Inc. Presidential Circle - PEO Sisterhood Chapter H Ted W. Tiffany Sprint Nextel $100,000 and above Lisa M. Perry Emily M. Tillotson Vidler Water Company Insurance Agents and Brokers of Nevada Donna Pigman Angelica Tinajero Wells Fargo - Community Relations Jack Piirainen Sheryl Tingle Teri Zutter Pioneer Electric, Ltd. Ruth S. Tomita Platinum Plus Leslie Townsend Patron of the College - Plumas Pines Golf Resort Faye Trejo $1,000-$4,999 Susan Priest Susan Trist Abowd & Rose Financial Services Robert G. Proctor Irene Tucker Advocates to End Domestic Violence Karen Provenza Teressa M. Tucker Shelly & Jay Aldean Michelle Rachal Rick Van Ausdal Donald Amaral Lupe & Roberto Ramirez Kathryn G. Ventrice American Legion Auxiliary #4 Linda Ranieri Wal-Mart Supercenter Bonnie & Ernie Bertocchi Jill & Darrell Rasner Howard E. Wallace Connie Capurro Sarah R. Ravenelle Mike Wallace Don Carlson Gordon Stanley Ray I. Li Wang Carson City Natives & Newcomers Club Scott Ray Mark B. Wegmann Carson City Toyota * Scion Donna Redfern Ryan Dean Weibel CGI, Inc. Laura-Lee Redwine Wells Fargo Bank of Nevada CMC Joist & Deck Dale E. Reid Tammy & Todd Westergard Coldwell Banker Best Sellers Don R. Reid Kress & Brian Whalen Creative Strategies, L.L.C. Lynda L. Reid-Parmele Michael Whellams Nancy & Sean Davison Renown Health Roberta N. Whipp Flying Eagle Insurance Services, Inc. Kathyrn Reynolds Willis W. Whitehead Hampton Inn & Suites Sandi Richman Linda M. Whitehill Helaine Jesse Erik Riekenberg Laura Whitelaw Carol Lucey Susan Riggs D.J. Whittemore Metcalf Builders, Inc. Jennifer Ringwood Robert Scott Whittemore Dan Neverett Amy M. Robinson Robin & Phil Williamson Michelle & Ron Pacheco Regent Howard Rosenberg Lee Wilson Maryanne & Bill Paganetti Timothy G. Rowe Bradley T. Witt James E. Rogers Donald F. Rupp David Woffinden Soroptimist International of Carson City Jennifer A. Russell Timothy Wojciechowski David L. Troescher Curtis Sakamoto Valerie Wyman United Methodist Men’s Group JoAnn Sallaberry Bonnie J. York Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California Oscar R. Sanchez York Meats Victoria & Roger Williams Bus Scharmann Sandra Zboinski Carrie T. Schenkhuizen Sally & Mike Zola Greg Schierholt Darlene & Paul Schlange Richard P. Schulze Susan Kay Sedlak Russell W. Seward Ellen L. Shafer Matthew Shafer “Give what you have. To someone, it may be better than you dare to think.” JoAnn & Gary Sheerin Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sherwin Williams Company

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BECOME A WESTERN WILDCATS SPARTAN 300 COURAGE • INTEGRITY • COMMITMENT

THE STORY OF THE SPARTAN 300 The Western Nevada College Wild- 300 SPARTAN The Battle of Thermopylae and the cats Athletics Spartan 300 is a “SHIELDS” valiant struggle of Greece’s Spartan group of individuals, businesses, and Each $100 monthly pledge is noted 300 against the Persian Empire is one organizations who believe that the as a “shield” that helps ensure the of history’s most famous last stands, community college athletics experi- success of Wildcats athletics. Donors an enduring symbol of courage ence is something worth fighting for. can pledge as many “shields” as they against overwhelming odds. Each member of the Spartan wish. Only 300 shields will be sold. The Spartan warriors were so su- 300 has pledged to donate $100 per Monies will be used to benefit West- perior in valor and in the great size month for five years (total pledge ern Nevada College baseball and of their shields that they were able to $6,000) to ensure that Nevada male softball programs. repel thousands of Persian soldiers. and female student-athletes continue Members of this elite group will to have the opportunity to excel on have their names inscribed on a per- “Return with your shield or on it” the playing field while they succeed manent “Shield of Honor” that will be in the classroom. displayed prominently at the WNC ....was every Spartan mother’s Carson City campus. There will also farewell to her son. be a Spartan 300 web page listing the names of participants.

Become a member of the Spartan 300!

SPARTAN 300 PLEDGE FORM

Name______Phone______E-Mail______

Address______City, State, Zip______

Payment Timing (check one): Monthly Quarterly Annually

Payment Method (check one): MasterCard/Visa • Enter number: ______Exp. Date______

PayPal (automatic deduction from checking account) Online Banking (many banks offer this as a courtesy to their customers) WNC Employee Payroll Deduction Bill me The WNC Foundation Office is available to assist with any of these payment options. FAX FORM: 775-445-4472 MAIL TO: Wildcats Athletics Spartan 300,2201 West College Pkwy.,Carson City, NV 89703 - INFORMATION Helaine Jesse, Vice President, Development & External Affairs • 775-445-3240 or [email protected]

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Tell Us About Yourself... You are WNC! Some of you have earned associate degrees or have transferred to four-year institutions. You may have reached milestones in your life that you would like to share. A strong alumni association can provide opportunities for meaningful interaction. But first, we’d like to get reacquainted. Please fill out this form to help us update our alumni database.

Name: * ______(please print) Address: ______City State Zip Business:______Title:______Telephone:______E-mail:______When did you attend WNC?* ______Year graduated* ______Program of study* ______Year of Transfer ______Transfer School* ______What’s new in your life?* ______

*This information may be printed in Class Corner. Yes_____ No______

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CLASS CORNER Western Student J. Malikowski – (’07 AS) Earns Space Grant Upon receiving associates degrees in Biophysical Fellowship Sciences and Mathematics after attending WNC for Congratulations! six years, J. Malikowski transferred to the University The Nevada Space Grant Consortium of Nevada, Reno in spring 2008. He is currently recently awarded more than $200,000 fulfilling a summer internship for NASA at Kennedy in NASA-funded fellowships and Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL, working in its scholarships to 23 college students Space Life Sciences Laboratory in the molecular/ statewide. Jeffrey Lambin of Western microbiology lab. In fall, he will return to UNR received a $2,500 scholarship. and do research aimed at the production of Jeffrey Lambin salt-tolerant crop plants, funded with a scholarship from UNR College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources.

Mark Mellow – (’94 GS) Student Wins Mark and his wife, Casandra, are pleased to an- Prudential Service Award nounce the birth of their second child, Vivi Anne Mellow, born June 8, 2008. After attending WNC Rachael Lambin was awarded the Prudential Com- for two years, Mark transferred to UNR and gradu- munity Service Medallion for Nevada by President ated in 1997. He is the co-owner of Tahoe Fence Carol Lucey for her volunteer work building orphan- ages in Kenya. The Douglas resident is a WNC stu- Company, Inc. in Mound House. dent, along with her brothers and mother. Rachael Lambin

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NBA Deputy Commissioner to Speak Tickets Available for Wildcats Fund-Raiser Western Nevada College’s sixth an- been recognized by Time Magazine nual Wildcats Athletics Benefit will and CNN on their list of Global Busi- be Friday, Jan. 16, at 6 p.m. at the Pep- ness Influentials, which features 20 of permill Hotel-Casino in Reno. The the world’s leading corporate execu- event, which includes a three-course tives. prime rib dinner, auctions, and en- WNC receives no state general tertainment, will benefit WNC inter- funding and must support the teams Coffee w/Carol collegiate athletic programs in men’s through private and corporate dona- The Foundation is proud to baseball and women’s softball team. tions. present the following “Coffee Featured speaker will be Adam with Carol” events to familiarize Silver, deputy commissioner of the TICKETS the community with the many National Association. He $100 each or $700 for a table of eight has consistently been named one of outstanding faculty and pro- the 100 Most Influential People in CONTACT grams at WNC. Join President Sports by the Sporting News and the WNC Foundation . . . 445-3240 Carol Lucey at these free, quar- Sports Business Journal. He has also terly discussions. Enjoy coffee and a continental breakfast and receive a “Coffee with Carol” commemorative mug. WNC Foundation Names New Board Members DOUGLAS CAMPUS Four new members have been named to the Western Bachelor of Science Degree in marketing from South- Friday, Oct. 24 • 7:30-8:30 a.m. Nevada College Foundation Board of Trustees. Niki ern Illinois University. Featured Professor: Winnie Kortemeier Glayds, Kris Holt, Tammy Nelson and Pam Robinson Tammy Nelson is the vice president business Topic: Geologic Tales of will join 34 other board members and officers who relationship manager of the First Location: Rm. 106 help develop funds for support of the educational, cul- National Bank of Nevada in Reno RSVP to 445-3240 by Oct. 22 tural and service goals of the college. and Carson City. She has worked Niki W. Gladys is the publisher for 17 years in the banking indus- FALLON CAMPUS of the Nevada Appeal newspaper. She try with a strong record of achieve- Tuesday, Oct. 28 • 7:30-8:30 a.m. is a senior level executive with over 17 ment. She has demonstrated Featured Professor: Dr. Brigitte Dillet years of experience. She specializes success at building partnerships Topic: Earthquakes in Fallon and Nevada in new business development, grow- and developing community/small Tammy Nelson Location: Getto Hall, Rm. 304 ing market-share and building client business/commercial relationships RSVP to 445-3240 by Oct. 24 relationships using a consultative sales with a proficiency at combining skills in diverse areas of organizational development. approach. She is skilled in coaching, CARSON CAMPUS training and leading teams to high She earned a degree in business administration from Niki W. Gladys Friday, Nov. 14 • 7:30-8:30 a.m. performance. Niki earned a Bachelor’s Delta College, University Center in Michigan. Featured Professor: Katie Durbin Degree in Business Administration in Topic: Self Defense for marketing from Western Michigan University. Pam Robinson has been a Carson City resident since Beginners: A Unique Approach Kris Holt is the founder and 1956 and views her children and grandchildren as her Location: Reynolds Center, Rm. 103 executive director of Nevada Business crowning achievements. She has been a member of RSVP to 445-3240 by Nov. 12 Connections, a business recruitment many local organizations, including various cancer company. His professional career has associations, the Carson City Chamber of included economic development and Commerce Board of Directors where she diversification activities in Carson, served as president, and boards for real Douglas, Lyon and Storey counties. estate and mortgage lending. Pam was a Accomplishments include the recruit- loan officer for 15 years and currently co- ment of 210 new business relocations Kris Holt owns a business in Sparks, The Embroidery and assisting with 96 existing com- Doctor. pany expansions creating approximately 5,000 new primary jobs from 1988-2002. Kris is a graduate of the School of Bank Marketing Management, University Pam Robinson of Georgia and University of Colorado, and earned a

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Wildcats Women’s Softball Team Baseball Team NEW Takes to the Diamond Excels in Classroom Day by day, the new Western Ne- game beyond high school, and we’re Showing their academic and athletic vada College intercollegiate wom- giving fans the chance to cheer for a ability, the Western’s baseball team en’s softball team is taking shape local college team.” finished the spring semester with a with practice, uniforms, and orien- The Wildcats will play in the solid “B” average (3.1 GPA), with tation to college in Carson City. The Scenic West Athletic Conference, the catcher Victor Nunez having a perfect team took the field for the same conference as 4.0. James Crockett was right behind first time in August and is the men’s baseball with a 3.94. Kyle Starratt, Josh Moody, playing scrimmages against team. Participating Lance Ray, Brett Moravec and Darren other colleges this fall. colleges include sis- Bruhns all finished above 3.6. For most of the players, ter school College of Coach DJ Whittemore said it the capital city is a familiar Southern Nevada, was the sixth consecutive semester place. This is a team with 15 as well as College of a cumulative team GPA of 3.0 or of 18 student athletes hailing of Southern Idaho, better, and earned the Wildcats their from Nevada. Veteran coach Colorado North- third straight NJCAA Dick Allen of Sparks, selected western Commu- Spring Academic to lead the Wildcats, wouldn’t nity College, North Team of the Year have it any other way. Idaho College, Salt Award. “I am very “There’s a lot of talent in Lake Community proud of these young Nevada, and we’ve had a lot College and Snow men’s effort,” the of interest and a good turnout College. The sea- coach said. “What for the team. We’re giving son begins Jan. 30, they do in the class- players a chance to take their in Henderson, with room and on the field a five game tournament hosted by puts this institution Victor Nunez CSN. There, the Wildcats will meet in the best possible teams from Arizona, California, Ne- light.” braska and Tennessee. The Wildcats are playing scrim- BECOME A BOOSTER mages this fall, and will make their Texas Hold ‘Em first home stand on February 13-14, POKER TOURNAMENT Support our against North Idaho College. Join us for a no-limit poker tournament on SCHEDULES http://www.wnc.edu/athletics/softball/ Thursday, Oct. 16, 6-11 p.m. at the Pepper- Athletes! mill Hotel Casino in Reno. This annual event will benefit Western’s Wildcats Baseball Academically and on the field, Western’s Team. Ten prizes will be offered, including athletes are making history. Would you a grand prize of a one-year membership at like to encourage them to continue their Red Hawk Golf Course valued at $4,000. The hard work as both scholars and Wildcats? entry fee is $200. Join the Booster Club today and show them that the community supports their INFORMATION teams! WNC Foundation . . . 445-3240 INFORMATION Wildcats Baseball Dugout Club www.wnc.edu/athletics/ baseball/dugout.php - Wildcats Softball 755-445-4264 • E-mail:[email protected] www.wnc.edu/athletics/softball/

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COLLEGE PRESIDENT Carol A. Lucey, Ph.D.

VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT & EXTERNAL AFFAIRS Invest in our Helaine Jesse, CFRE community’s future.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Robert Adams Jerry Gregory Tammy Nelson Shelly Aldean Lillian Hack Dan Neverett Remember the WNC Carolyn C. Barbash Kathy Halbardier James L. Parker, Ph.D. Foundation in your Michelle Bertocchi Kris Holt Dorothy Ramsdell Gayle Block Harold Jacobsen Pam Robinson charitable giving. Nicole Block Steve Lewis, Ed. D. Fred Schmidt James Consiglio Randall M. Long Bernice Sheldon Sean Davison Michon Mackedon Ann Silver Pat Fisler Arthur E. Mallory Dorothy Timian-Palmer David Friedrich Jack McQuirk Robin Williamson Virgil M. Getto Roger Moellendorf Sally Zola Niki Gladys Charles Myers WNC does not knowingly discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or participation in its programs and activities.

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