INSIDE More Alumni Features Alumni Updates Homecoming Highlights University News Winter Sports Preview Clarion University November 1998 Volume 45 www.clarion.edu/news Alumni News Number 3 Trustees approve Master Plan A comprehensive Master Plan that will help guide Clarion University of Pennsylvania facility decisions until the year 2016 has been unanimously approved by the Clarion University Council of Trustees. Trustee Syed R. Ali-Zaidi said the plan will “serve as the comprehensive framework within which specific building and site development decisions, space accommodation strategies, and facility design decisions will be made in the future, with implementation to occur as funding permits.” The plan was developed over three years and included input from students, employees, alumni, and the public. Over 75 meetings were held to provide opportunities for input by all the Heraldic crest returns university constituencies. Retired faculty member and The general themes used in the plan call for unifying of administrator Dr. Charles J. (Jack) Shontz campus, reducing vehicular and pedestrian conflicts, creating a recently presented a heraldic crest of Clarion campus “heart,” improving housing quality and diversity, improving University to President Diane L. Reinhard. recreational opportunities, maximizing adaptability of facilities, The crest was designed by David Christie-Murray, a visiting professor of setting phasing priorities, and improving the community “interface.” English from the United Kingdom. Christie- The plan offers recommendations that will address space Murray was a recognized scholar of heraldry, deficiencies for academic, recreational, and student residential and the motto and design of the crest are his Master Plan looks to the future needs. The plan also looks at selected reorganization and alone. The design of the crest was accepted renovation of space for academic and administrative functions, by the Board of Trustees on March 7, 1968. along with the expansion and diversification of student residential facilities. The The three-dimensional crest was made quality of campus life will also improve through site changes, along with changes in by the firm Art Through the Ages of Los the campus and community interface to improve accessibility. The plan also The plan offers Angeles, CA, in the early 1970’s . Two provides design guidelines for implementing building and site improvements, recommendations impressions of the original wood carving identifies a phased, prioritized capital improvement program, and improvements for that will address were made. They were presented to Shontz Venango Campus. space deficiencies by John Yount, a former student of Shontz’s and vice president of Art Through the Ages. The plan outlines short-term projects for the first five-year period, then provides for academic, The crest includes: guidelines for mid-term (5- to 10-year) and long-term (10- to 20-year) projects. recreational, and •A shield of azure with a clarion (a Short-term projects include construction of a student recreation center, a student residential needs. medieval trumpet) centered among three massive renovation of Carlson Library, and the addition of new student housing. eagles with inverted wings. Mid-term projects include the establishment of Becht Hall as a student services •A wreath with an eagle holding a center, an addition to Peirce Science Center, renovation of Becker Hall, and the clarion in its dexter claw. construction of a 290-space parking deck near the location of the current Public •The motto “Clare Clarion Clara” at the Safety building on Thorn Street. bottom which means “Shed for the light of learning, Clarion, and be famous.” More features about alumni The Clarion University Foundation in this issue has published the first issue of Clarion Call for Heritage,a new publication for alumni and friends. Directory calling Its purpose is to point out current A new Alumni Directory is now entering the verification phase where you will receive a News from the developments which may be helpful in tax and financial call and can make a final change in your listing for the book. Alumni planning. Association on Information in the directory will include your page 2 If you would like to receive a copy, current name, academic data, residence please call 814-226-5813. address, and phone number. More information inside. 2-CLARION ALUMNI NEWS A L U M N I A S S O C I A T I O N CLARION ALUMNI NEWS Dear Alumni: Clarion Alumni News is published Clarion University three times a year by the Clarion The Joy of Nostalgia University Alumni Association and by Gus Johnson ‘53 the Office of University Relations. Alumni Board Member Send comments to: University Alumni Events Relations Department, Clarion It does not seem that forty five years have passed since we first met. University, 974 E. Wood St., I knew there might be an adjustment needed to settle into a small town Clarion, PA 16214-1232; 814-226- like Clarion, especially coming from a large city such as Pittsburgh. 2334; FAX 814-226-2082; or e-mail Calendar However, I had no problem making the transition to a small town. I was a 23- [email protected]. year-old veteran and I truly knew why I was in college. As I reflect upon my life at Clarion, I realize how ALUMNI ASSOCIATION November 17, 1998 (Tuesday) fortunate I was to receive a solid foundation for my BOARD OF DIRECTORS Clarion University Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting, Marlin Hartman ’59, President; education at Clarion State Teachers College many moons Ronald A. Paranick ’76, President 4:30 p.m. ago. My Clarion education enabled me to attain a Elect; Mrs. Lynne (Singer) Tharan master’s degree from Duquesne University and a doctor’s ’68 & ’92, Secretary; Larry W. February 16, 1999 (Tuesday) degree from Penn State. Jamison ’87, Treasurer; Daniel J. Clarion University Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting, This part of my story brings me to the purpose of this Bard ‘74; Milissa Bauer ‘84; Dr. Gus 4:30 p.m. epistle. I have been returning for several years to enjoy Johnson ‘53; Tony Linnan ‘89; Alumni Day and Homecoming activities. Why do I Patrick E. Maley ‘88; Joseph J. Martinelli ‘81; Malachy McMahon March 6, 1999 (Saturday) return to our dear alma mater? I return to Clarion Second annual Spring for Scholars Auction, Cross Creek Resort, University because I long to see the many good friends ‘72; William Molnar ‘79; John R. JOHNSON Mumford ‘73 & ‘76; Kellie (Sarvey) Titusville. that I have met and enjoyed. I cherish the activities and Rea ‘90; Scott K. Shewell ‘84; Dr. associations that we shared in the good old days. Leon Shingeldecker ‘72; Dr. May 1, 1999 (Saturday) Permit me to share some of the many happy experiences that I enjoyed Kathleen A. Smith ‘69 & 81; Jim with my classmates and college mates of other classes. These are some of my Alumni Day Class Reunions, Classes of 1949, 1954, 1959, and the Wagner ‘74 & ‘77. most fondest memories: Half Century Club, Clarion. COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES •In 1949 President Paul Chandler excused all classes for a day to attend a picnic at Cook Forest in October. Bill Warncke and I went swimming and Dr. Syed Ali-Zaidi, Oleta Amsler, May 18, 1999 (Tuesday) Susanne Burns, H. John Drayer, nearly froze. We got thawed out in front of a fireplace and girls shared their Kenneth Gaudi, Orville Lerch, R. Clarion University Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting, coats with us. Lee James, Michael Keefer, Fred 4:30 p.m. •There were eight of us who shared a lunch table after just completing a McIlhattan, Raymond Peltcs, zoology lab. Even though we washed our hands they still smelled of Naqeeb Hussain, Dr. James formaldehyde. McCormick, Chancellor (Ex-Officio). Washington DC alumni meet •I enjoyed the role that I played in organizing our annual trips to the Over 40 alumni joined together Sept. 24 for a reception at the Tyson United Nations. Clarion University President Corner, VA, Marriott. Alumni met at the Marriott and heard a brief Diane L. Reinhard •As a student I was also heavily involved in college choir and trips, Vice President for overview of Clarion University and then moved to Studebaker’s for a Student Christian Association, International Relations Club, Camera Club, Advancement buffet and other activities. Alumni volunteered to begin a chapter in the Alpha Gamma Phi Fraternity, and Intramurals. Harry Tripp Washington, DC, area, recruit new students for Clarion, and connect •I thoroughly enjoyed our twilight dances in Harvey Gym from 6:15 to 7 Executive Director of current students with internships and employment opportunities. p.m. (Freshman girls had to be in the dorm at 7 p.m.) University Relations Ron Wilshire ’72 •I enjoyed the tobogganing down the hill from the water tank past Director of Alumni Relations and Harvey Gym and on to the football field. Annual Fund Order your Clarion license plates •I remember our long rides to Pittsburgh on the Ritchey Bus on the old Jean (Scott) Wolf ’86 We need your help! Clarion University vanity license plates will be Route 28. Clarion University of Pennsylvania available to Pennsylvania residents if 300 alumni register to receive them. is committed to equal employment What an opportunity to show your pride and make the Clarion University Why return? and equal educational opportunities name available for thousands of people to see. If you are interested in a Alumni Day and Homecoming are two events where we have the for all qualified individuals vanity license please contact the alumni office at 814-226-2637