University of Utah Professors Emeriti Club NEWSLETTER
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April Luncheon Presentation Michael A. Dunn April 8, 2014, Tuesday, 12:15 pm
Michael Dunn is the Chief Marketing Officer for Surefoot, a Park City, UT-based corporation that operates retail ski boot and specialty running stores in the United States and six foreign countries. Before joining Surefoot he was the General Manager of KUED Channel 7 where he directed the operations of this highly regarded PBS affiliate in Salt Lake City. Prior to his public television experience he founded and operated Dunn Communications, Inc, a Salt Lake City advertising agency and film production company for 16 years. Among his peer distinctions are a gold and silver medal from the New York Film Festival and four CLIOs--an award considered the “Oscar” of the advertising industry. In the spring of 2000 he was honored by the American Advertising Federation, Utah Chapter, as the inaugural recipient of the Advertising Professional of the Year Award. Michael spent 13 years as a senior writer and producer for Bonneville Communications where he worked on the highly acclaimed Homefront campaign for the LDS Church, and Fotheringham & Associates (now Richter 7). As a documentarian, he recently completed A Message to the World, a film about Salt Lake City’s post-Olympic environmental message to the citizens of Torino, Italy. Dunn graduated from the University of Utah where he received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Communication. Professionally he earned an APR certificate from the Public Relations Society of America. Michael and his wife Linda have three children and three grand children. A devoted runner, cross- country skier and cyclist, he has completed more than 30 marathons and other endurance events including the Boston Marathon, LOTOJA (Logan to Jackson bike race), the Wasatch 100, a 100-mile ultra-marathon staged in the mountains of northern Utah, and the St. George Ironman triathlon.
Luncheon Menu April 8, 2014 Luncheon reservations should arrive by mail to Hyrum Higham before April 2, 2014.
Crusted Mustard Pit Ham Scalloped Potatoes Seasonal Vegetables Baguettes and Fruit Breads Mixed Field Greens Salad New York Style Cheesecake with Raspberry Topping Cranberry Spritzer/Water Coffee and Tea Service
Vegetarian Option: Eggplant Parmesan Fruit Plate Option
In Memoriam
Howard Mitchell Wells, Mining February 2, 2014
David W. Bennett, Philosophy February 14, 2014
Maxine Rice Garff, spouse of Royal L., Marketing February 28, 2014
An Editor’s Correction
In last month’s Newsletter, it was reported that Alida Tyler passed away. That part is correct; however, her spouse was incorrectly identified as Lamont Tyler. Alida’s late spouse was Frank H. (Internal Medicine). Lamont (Chemical & Fuels Engineering) and Carol are very much alive and with us. I am deeply sorry for the mistake. Dennis Alexander
Emeriti Doings
Boyer Jarvis, Communication, published an op-ed piece in The Salt Lake Tribune, February 15, 2014. The thesis of the editorial was the nature of income inequality and how the federal income tax is one means of creating balance. See the entire article at: www.sltrib.com/sltrib/opinion/57542713-82/war-united-income- states.html.csp.
Anne Cullimore Decker, Theatre, will be performing in the new play, A Loss of Appetite, by David Kranes, English. The four performance run (April 25-27) is a fundraiser for the Salt Lake Acting Company. For more information and tickets, please visit http://saltlakeactingcompany.org/this-season/a-loss-of-appetite, or call SLAC at 801-363-7522.
Ed Lueders, English, was featured in a KSL-TV News story on February 14. The story not only discussed Ed’s volunteer piano playing for the University of Utah Hospital but also how Ed found his wife Deborah’s poetry. Deborah Keniston’s collection of poetry will soon be published by University of Utah Press. KSL-TV reporter John Hollenhorst concluded the story, “Two lives, one silent now, but still bound together in words and music.” You may view the entire video story at: http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=148&sid=28720556
Lennox Tierney, Art, was a “real-life Monuments Man.” His story was told on the front page of The Salt Lake Tribune, February 15. The article told how Lennox “went to Japan in 1947, serving as Arts and Monuments Commissioner in the U.S. Navy under Gen. Douglas MacArthur as part of the occupation government of Japan. He was tasked with tracking down, cataloging and saving what he could of the artistic and cultural history of Japan shattered by World War II.” Read the full story at: www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/57437734-78/tierney- japan-japanese-art.html.csp.
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PTC Preview Performance May 8, 2014 (Tickets Available April 14, 2014)
Sweet Charity
Book by Neil Simon; Music by Cy Coleman; Lyrics by Dorothy Fields. Based on an original screenplay by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli and Ennio Flaiano
Charity Hope Valentine is a dancehall girl who dreams of love and believes the man of her dreams is just around the corner. A great score, including the songs “If My Friends Could See Me Now” and “Hey Big Spender!” incredible dancing and one of the most memorable heroines of the past sixty years combine to make Sweet Charity a must-see show. Never before produced at PTC, Sweet Charity is a razzle-dazzle closer for the 2013-14 season.
(Remember tickets for Deathtrap became available March 10)
Utah Symphony 2014-15 Fnishing Touches Series
Once again the Utah Symphony is offering discount tickets for the Finishing Touches Series next year. These concerts are actually final rehearsals for the program to be presented that evening and are rather informal. Like the musicians, you’re invited to come as you are. Parking in the lot across the street from Abravanel hall is inexpensive and convenient. All events are Friday mornings at 10:00 AM, and if you get there early free light refreshments are available. The price is $48 for all four performances.
October 24, 2014 10am-Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7 January 9, 2015 10am-Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker March 6, 2015 10am- André Watts plays Beethoven 5 May 22, 2015 10am-Mahler’s Symphony No. 4
Please fill out the coupon on page 5 and send with your check to the U of U Emeriti Club at: Henry Wolking, 711 E 5th Ave. SLC UT 84103 Your tickets will be mailed to you around mid July, or as soon as they become available from the ticket office. Any questions, please contact Henry Wolking [email protected] or phone 801-664-8147
School of Music Vouchers
If you have School of Music Vouchers, you may attend events sponsored by Music for $1.00 per person. Henry Wolking has vouchers and you may contact him at the luncheon, or call 801-664-8147, or email [email protected]. One possible performance in April is:
Hansel and Gretel Friday & Saturday, April 18 & 19, 7:30 pm Kingsbury Hall
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IMAGINE U; THEN DO VOLUNTEER TO BE AN OFFICER
It is time to replace four officers of the Emeriti Club. The benefits are intangible but well worth it. You meet and serve with interesting people from other disciplines. Serving on the Board, you have input into the speakers’ agenda and luncheon planning. You also have a sense of service to fellow members and the enjoyment of helping others. We will need to fill the following positions for 2014-2015 PRESIDENT-ELECT: The officer serves three years, first as President-Elect, then progressing to President, and finally as Past President. The President chairs the Executive Board and hosts the luncheons. SECRETARY: The Secretary takes notes at the monthly Executive Board meeting and then electronically distributes them to the board members. The person also helps keep an archive of the written documents of the Club. The Secretary’s skills include note taking and electronic distribution of the minutes. TREASURER: The Treasurer accepts all money for dues, luncheons, and special activities. The Treasurer makes a monthly report of the finances of the Club to the Board. The Treasurer also pays the appropriate receipts of the Emeriti Club. Because of the Treasurer’s acceptance of luncheon reservations, the person also keeps the name badges and informs the catering service of “counts” for the luncheons. The Treasurer’s skills include spreadsheet usage, basic accounting, and reporting financial information NEWSLETTER EDITOR: The Newsletter Editor compiles information from board members, members at-large and various web sites to construct the monthly Newsletter. The Newsletter is published 8 times a year, beginning in September and ending in April. The constructed Newsletter is electronically forwarded to the Printing office for postal distribution and to the Email Distribution person for electronic forwarding. The Editor’s skills include standard word processing program and internet computer usage. The Secretary, Treasurer, and Editor are one year terms. However, many people who serve in these offices decide to serve two or three years. The longer service is a nod to the learning curve in each office. Please consider serving and where your talents are best used. None of the officers have the exact skills necessary but the tasks are easily learned and rewarding. If you want more information or are willing to serve, contact the person currently serving in the office or any Board member. We are all willing to share our views.
The Emeriti Club is only as strong as its volunteers!!!
Executive Board 2013-2014
Katherine Carr President 801-272-1272 [email protected] Julia Kleinschmidt President-elect 801-599-8367 [email protected] Ellen King Secretary 801-583-6941 [email protected] Hyrum Higham Treasurer 801-278-4366 [email protected] Don Hague Past President 801-485-5488 [email protected] Henry Wolking Special Activities 801-664-8147 [email protected] Michele Margetts Special Activities 801-582-2806 [email protected] Dennis Alexander Newsletter Editor 801-948-4053 [email protected] Ryck Luthi Email Distribution 801-532-6464 [email protected]
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Emeriti Hiking Group 2014 Partial Schedule All hikes begin on Friday mornings except the excursion to Moab in May. If a hike is cancelled, it may be rescheduled for the following Friday. Call the leader.
Friday April 18 Bates Canyon, Oquirrhs Lotti Wann 801-485-7177 Friday May 2 Mount Van Cott Kline Barney 801-519-0335 Monday May 12 - 15 MOAB OUTING Friday May 30 Dale Peak Ramon Johnson 801-355-6425 Friday June 13 Neff's Canyon Jim King 801-273-9821 Friday June 27 Dog Lake from Mill D Donna Gelfand 801-278-1569
Dedicated to Health, Happiness, and Camaraderie
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Utah Symphony – Finishing Touches 2014-15 Season Name______Phone______Address______ZIP______No. of Season Tickets for four-concert series @ $48 ______TOTAL $______
PLEASE RETURN NOT LATER THAN APRIL 7 Make check payable to: Professors Emeriti Club Mail to: Henry Wolking, 711 E 5th Ave., Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Please cut here ************************************************************************************************ Luncheon Reservation Form
Please mail to arrive not later than April 2, Wednesday for our Luncheon Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 12:15 p.m. in the Union Building Saltair Room
Name ______Ham______Veggie Plate ______Fruit Plate____
Partner ______Ham______Veggie Plate ______Fruit Plate____
Guest(s) ______Ham______Veggie Plate ______Fruit Plate____
Number attending @ $15.00 each ______Luncheon total: $______
Dues for 2013/14 $10.00 Single or $20.00 Couple Dues total: $______
Make check payable to: Professors Emeriti Club. Total enclosed: $______
Jeanne Robson Hyru4511m Higham Countrylane Rd Salt Lake City UT 841 3636 South 2445 East Salt Lake City, UT 84109
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