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RESEARCH AND CREATIVE WORK From Budgies to Baritones
A Model Community ... Showcasing Our Scholars ... Fostering Creativity F r o m t h e Mission Statement Otterbein University is an inclusive community P r e s i d e n t dedicated to the whole person in the context of humane values. Our mission is to prepare graduates to think deeply and broadly, to engage locally and globally, and to advance their professions and communities. An Otterbein Otterbein’s First Priority education is distinguished by the intentional blending of the liberal arts and professional The Rev. Lewis Davis, one of Otterbein’s founders and presidents, once noted, “The studies, combined with a unique approach to question is not, shall the youth be educated … but what kind of education shall they have?” integrating direct experience into all learning. While that question has been answered differently throughout Otterbein’s history, there has never been a question about this University’s first priority. Since its founding, Otterbein has Staff worked, first and foremost, to ensure the quality of the educational experiences for our students. President of the University We invest in academic programs to enable faculty leaders to develop the most relevant Kathy A. Krendl content and engaging methods to teach our students. Vice President for Institutional Advancement We invest in facilities to ensure a better environment for transformational learning Heidi L. Tracy experiences for our students. We invest in technology to help deliver the tools and resources to expand the knowledge Executive Director of Alumni Relations Becky Fickel Smith ’81 base for our students. We invest in scholarships to protect the ideal that Otterbein’s excellence should be more Executive Director of Mktg. & Communications affordable for more of our students. Jennifer Slager Pearce ’87 And, as you will discover in this issue of Towers, we invest in research and creative work to Editor/Designer/Director of Publications promote discovery and artistic exploration for our students. Roger L. Routson Otterbein’s focus on the individual student has substantive implications for our students in regards to conducting research and creative work. At Otterbein, students are engaged in this Assistant Editor/Director of Mktg. & Communications Jennifer A. Hill ’05 kind of life-changing learning and discovery as early as their first year. You’ll read about Jacob Bowman ’16 who was invited to do research as a freshman at Photographers Nationwide Children’s Hospital with Simon Lawrance, Otterbein professor of biology and earth science Edward P. Syguda, Kristen Davis ’15, (page 17). You’ll also read about Bobby Geiger ’14, who co-authored a manuscript as a sophomore Annette Harting Boose ’94, Ty Wright with Jennifer Bennett, assistant professor of biology and earth science. Their work was published in the Contributing Writers Journal of Bacteriology, one of the most prominent journals of microbiology (page 16). Jennifer A. Hill ’05, Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89, Sophomore theatre major Jordan Donica ’16 has already starred as the lead in two plays — Gina Calcamuggio, Jennifer Slager Pearce ’87 his first as a freshman and his second in the challenging role of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables (page Email: 22). As a freshman, Hannah Farley ’16 had her entire body of four works accepted into Otterbein’s Classnotes/Milestones: [email protected] Annual Juried Art Show (page 21). Editor: [email protected] Our students know the Otterbein experience is not the norm. I repeatedly hear some variation on this truth: “My friends at other schools don’t get this kind of attention, opportunity Towers (USPS 413-720) is published three times a year by the Office of Marketing & Communications of Otterbein University, or experience.” 1 South Grove Street, Westerville 43081. POSTMASTER: Send The power of the individualized student experience is evident throughout this issue. address changes to Towers, Institutional Advancement, Howard It serves as another compelling example of how an Otterbein education prepares students to House, Otterbein University, 1 South Grove Street, Westerville 43081. lead lives of purpose as knowledgeable professionals, strong leaders, engaged citizens and distinguished alumni. I hope you’ll enjoy reading about these students as much as we enjoy Otterbein University is committed to providing equal educational opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, working with them. age, political affiliation, marital or parental status, veteran status, national Sincerely, origin or disabling condition in the admission of students, educational policies, financial aid and scholarships, housing, athletics, employment President Kathy A. Krendl and other activities. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the vice president for Academic Affairs, chairman of the Affirmative Action Seated, Debbie Hillis Johnson ’84, Committee, or the director of Human Resources/Sexual Harassment member of the Upper Arlington City investigation officer. Council; Jo Ann Davidson, first Ohio Speaker of the House; and Betty Montgomery, former Ohio Attorney General, join President Krendl in her Miller-Winters Leadership class. Volume 86 • Number 2 • Fall 2013 Features 6 A Master Plan 14 18 Plans to create “The Grove” and many other changes to campus are presented.
8 A Model Community Otterbein’s branding story is based on four underlying principles.
14 Opportunities Abound for Research Students find ample opportunities for research experiences in a variety of disciplines.
18 Showcasing Our Scholars The Cardinal Colloquium gives students a chance to present their research to a diverse audience.
20 A Distinguished Career in Research Tony Hugli ’63 has had his work in protein chemistry 20 recognized around the world.
21 Fostering Creativity Art, music, theatre, writing — creativity is nurtured in 21 individuals at Otterbein.
About the Cover Departments Anna Young, director of the Zoo and Conservation Science program, studies 2 Letters a budgerigar or “budgie” in the new 4 Otterbein Here & Now aviary in the Science Center. Photo by Kristen Davis ’15, an art major 6 Around the ’Bein with concentrations in photography, communication design and integrated 24 Classnotes digital media. 34 Milestones 43 From the Archives 44 Alumni Matters For enhanced content, go to www.otterbein.edu/towers
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On behalf of the Westerville Otterbein Women’s Club and the Thrift Shop operation, a most gracious thank you for not only mention of our shop but the inclusion of photos in the spring issue of Towers. We indeed recycle, reuse and repurpose as part of our effort to provide financial support for Otterbein. Sales proceeds enabled us to contribute $26,800 at the close of the 2012 operating year. Our longtime members sometime refer to us as the original campus recycling venture, dating to 1951. While purchases are indeed for reuse, many are repurposed. Those skis sitting in the corner can become next year’s winter I can help with the identities of the women in the above decoration. I am urging shoppers to stake their tomato plants with photo. I am in the middle, Lizette Paul Peter ’76 (and I promise old golf clubs as I did last year. It worked great! I was wearing shorts in the photo!). Left to right is Sybil And when it comes to repurposing in the shop itself, you Waggamon ’76, Sandy Walrafen ’77, me, Melanie Costine never know what we will turn into the basis for merchandise Moon ’77 and Gretchen Freeman Hargis ’77. displays. Fun to see the photo in Towers! Nice memories! Again, thanks to all for recognizing the small part the Thrift Lizette Paul Peter ’76 Shop plays in sustainability. Peg Duffy ’61 I am in the picture on page 39 in the 2013 spring Towers. I feel fairly certain the photo was taken in the gathering room on the Got something to say? first floor of Cochran Hall in the spring of 1974. I’m not certain why this photo was taken, but we were possibly a Cochran Hall We want to hear from you. committee, because we all lived in that wonderful dorm the 1973- 1974 school year. We welcome your letters to the editor. You may send Thank you for the memory. them via email to [email protected] or mail to Melanie Costine Moon ’77 Roger Routson, Otterbein University, Department of Marketing and Communications, 1 South Grove Street, Editor’s Note: Thanks also to Beth Titus Baker ’77, Nancy Bocskor ’79, Westerville, OH 43081. The editorial staff reserves the Ed Brookover ’76, Debbie Kasow Johnson ’76, Marikay Cox right to edit all letters, and submissions are subject to Kuntzman ’80, Mark Overstreet ’79, Cindi Moore Reeves ’75, Susan Risner-Tufts ’76 Doug Stuckey ’77 Tony Tarantelli ’76 space availability and suitability. , and for contributing to the conversation to identify the women in the photo.
2 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 As an incoming Otterbein freshman in the mid-1980s, I had I never left higher education and have worked on only college convinced myself that a career in medicine was the path to pursue. campuses in the 25 years that followed. But unbeknownst to me, my experiences at Otterbein would Attending her funeral in September, I was heartened to open my mind to so many other possibilities and challenge my see so many of us whose lives she had touched. Not only did thinking. Course work that I completed over the next four years in former Otterbein students from across the years attend, but so did anthropology, economics, psychology, philosophy and many others many of her lifelong Otterbein faculty colleagues — Professors stirred a curiosity for learning and new ideas that has remained George Phinney, Tom with me through the years. Tegenkamp and Michael Many notable individuals influenced me during my Otterbein Herschler — and we years, but few rivaled the impact of Professor E. Jeanne Willis H’76, all had a chance to who the Otterbein community sadly lost in September 2013. Then reconnect. chairwoman of the Department of Life Sciences, Dr. Willis’ wit and Dr. Willis, your pragmatic and honest advice always seemed to push my thinking humor and candor in ways I never anticipated. I recall vividly the midpoint during will be missed, but not my senior year in Dr. Willis’ class in experimental biology that I forgotten … Thank you! approached her to share that I had decided to change direction and Timothy Cain ’88, was opting to pursue graduate studies in the biomedical sciences Ph.D., associate and forego medical school — a decision she strongly supported and professor of biomedical I have never regretted. sciences, Ohio Dr. Willis’ commitment to Otterbein and her students was University E. Jeanne Willis H’76 and Timothy Cain ’88 ever-present and contributes in no small measure to the reason at the 1988 Commencement ceremonies.
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As you can imagine, planning for that encourage diverse opportunities for Kathy Krendl. “The Grove landscaping Otterbein’s future can be a daunting but learning, collaboration, relaxation and that concept is very exciting and forward thinking,” exciting task. While strategic business build a greater sense of community,” said noted President Krendl. “The concept plans came to the forefront for Otterbein’s Vazquez-Skillings. “The first phase of work establishes a pedestrian mall and community vision and mission, master development in the Courtright Memorial Library is a space through the closure of Grove Street plans were being created to support the great example with the new study booths on between Main and Home streets, water planning efforts in positioning the campus the first floor and additional seating in the features, seating and tables — all to foster for the 21st century. The committee, front lobby and café area. New technology a social gathering space en route to classes, chaired by Vice President for Business and collaborative work stations were added dining and living. Otterbein is conducting Affairs Rebecca Vazquez-Skillings, enlisted on the first floor along with comfortable studies with the city of Westerville to monitor the creative planning services of The couches, chairs and lamps.” traffic patterns on Grove and to learn more Collaborative, Inc., based in Toledo, OH. Guests were treated to the new look in about the feasibility of installing a “traffic “We were eager to commence studies the library Homecoming weekend and learned calming feature” at the intersection of Main of the campus to create more inviting spaces more about the Master Plan from President and Grove streets in the future.
6 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Updates to landscaping occurred to the Towers lawn are planned, including “We look forward to continuing during the summer and fall including a new courtyard, walkway and benches. our work with The Collaborative, Inc., and sprucing up the entry to the Clippinger The Austin E. Knowlton Center for Equine executing Otterbein’s multi-year Master Plan Building that houses the Admission Offices Science has plans on the block, too, for for the next 10 years,” said Vazquez-Skillings. and the gateway entrance to Towers off the expanded stall capacity and an additional “Other initiatives that we will study this corner of Main and Grove Street with new indoor arena to accommodate more classes year include Battelle Hall, Cowan Hall, the shrubs, flowers and mulch. Improvements and training opportunities. Campus Center and 60 Collegeview Rd. These are exciting times on campus and provide an opportunity to reflect our vision and values Left: An artist’s rendering of “The Grove,” an area on Grove Street between Main through our facilities and open spaces.” Street and Home Street that would be converted into a pedestrian area. A “traffic- Visit www.otterbein.edu/ calming feature” at Grove Street and Main Street, similar to a roundabout, would masterplan for renderings of proposed also enhance a pedestrian feel. developments. •
An artist’s rendering looking from the northeast corner of The Otterbean Café, at the entrance to Courtright Memorial Grove Street and Main Street toward Towers Hall. Library, now features a mural with both historical and current photographs of Otterbein and the library.
An upgrade to Courtright Memorial Library included new This sign at the corner of Grove Street and Main Street furniture and the addition of Mac and PC stations. was repainted and received new landscaping.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 7 www.otterbein.edu/modelcommunity. the Otterbeincommunity, goto videofrommembersof watch ashort her explanationinitsentiretyandto edited versionofheraddress.To read recognition celebration.Thisisan events, includingtheannualdonor on thebrandessenceatseveralfall experience. PresidentKrendlreported explains thepowerofOtterbein the Universityisfocusingonhowit Otterbein communitymembers, with andlisteningtomorethan350 brand studythatincludedtalking Editor’s Note:Afteranine-month A r o u n d t h e ’ B e i n There werefourthemesweconsistentlyheardloudandclear... our communitybelievedthesignificanceofOtterbeinexperiencetobe. During thelastyear, wespentalotoftimelisteningtowhatallmembers Community A Model Otterbein’s BrandingStory: from us. we doand how we doit. want They to learn ask our leaders to academic explain what know is true. the curve. the studies. Again, Otterbein is way of ahead efforts to blendandarts liberal professional 11-to-one student-to-faculty ratio. of because meaningful Otterbein’s enviable discipline. This learning moreis certainly gain in-depth knowledge within major their we have always challenged our students to like Georgetownpeers and Tufts. learning alongsideexperiential prestigious about high-impactpracticeof the hands-on, to help shape nation’s the conversation emulate. schools hope other asthey model the curriculum Otterbein’sdescribed Integrative Studies authority on undergraduate education, has andColleges Universities, nation’s the 1 smartest waytolearn smartest Otterbein offers the Otterbein offers THIS i C C Th Th Th onsider, too, our intentional ouple with ways the facts these e AAC&U invited also Otterbein e American Association of at’s claim. abold But it’s one I s why national conferences by PresidentKathyKrendl opened in1847. talent scouts from moment the our doors means now. We have ultimate the been college of opportunity meant and then still interested Otterbein. That’swhat being a what was individuals inside those that goals answered of who all “yes.” place to dreams, the abilities the and the youthen belong at Otterbein. f you are ready to to learn, make a and valued for what you alone have to offer, difference,be accepted to and recognized ready to work. compassionate hands and heart skilled ever looked for was abright mind, or disadvantaged, that all Otterbein black or white, or male female, affluent meaningful waysmeaningful to help our students learn. develop most the dynamic, relevant and never stop challenging themselves to administrative leadersof Otterbein will
2 Th W O I Th Otterbein provides aplacetobelong tterbein has served as awelcometterbein has served hen rest the of world the saw only e packaging didn’t matter. It was e faculty scholarse faculty and When you combine the warmth, 4 Otterbein provides welcome and regard of genuinely caring the values to serve and good people with an inherent moral compass that makes inclusiveness and the common good equality its true North — you describe this Otterbein is a values-centered place known as Otterbein. institution. If you believe this, you belong at From the beginning, the people of Otterbein. Otterbein have asked, how does what we do enrich and improve the quality of life for our immediate community? We still ask ourselves These four themes point us to an 3 Otterbein provides the same question today — but now we cast a important outcome: the opportunity to net that includes our beloved Westerville and reaches well beyond. Living and learning in realize one’s personal best Wendell Berry once noted that a Otterbein’s model community More than 15 years ago, long proper community “… is a commonwealth: a prepares us to lead a life of before my path would join with Otterbein’s, place, a resource, an economy. It answers the a friend shared a story at a high school needs, practical as well as social and spiritual, purpose. reunion about his two sons and how their of its members — among them the need to Our students leave Otterbein with respective universities had shaped them. need one another.” more than a career — they leave here with a The one son was a born achiever. One of the phrases so many of us calling. Confident. Knew exactly what he wanted associate with Otterbein is our commitment There is a reason this happens. Of to do. He went on to a professional school to educating our students in the context course, it happens in part because of the and did quite well. The other son, my friend of humane values. This is how Otterbein potential and talent that exists within each explained, was less sure of his path. He meets Berry’s definition. When you are student. Knowledge, service, life-changing was a wonderful young man but lacked a part of the Otterbein community you experiences — they all contribute to confidence and the knowledge of what path understand what it means to value the need discovering that calling, too. he wanted to pursue. to need one another. But it is also because of you. He told me that this son went on Members of the Otterbein You support the type of faculty to attend a small school named Otterbein community understand why it is important mentoring and teaching that gives students an and when he graduated, he was an entirely to think, to work and to act in a way that individualized experience that will not only different person. He became confident, self- benefits the common good. Historically, change their lives, it will change the future assured. He knew exactly what he wanted Otterbein has been too humble to they help create. You protect values that say it to do with his life. As my friend said, “He attempt to quantify what we have always is important we engage with our community became my great surprise, and I attribute understood our responsibilities to be: to and the world beyond. his success to Otterbein.” support and care about one another, doing As a result, our graduates go out into That is the the kind of self-realization unto others as we would have done unto us. the world prepared to go to work and be of one’s potential that is the essence of what An alumna shared her belief that successful not only in their professions, not happens at Otterbein. Because we have so Otterbein’s values distinguish our graduates. only in their families and not only in their much emphasis on the individual, it creates She explained it came down to this simple communities but in terms of how they are an increasingly supportive infrastructure truth: “If there’s an obligation to be met or a prepared to serve the common good. of support for each student. It builds their promise to be kept, Otterbein people do it. That is why Otterbein has quietly but confidence. It helps them take risks in a safe They are good to their word.” honorably set the pace as a leader in higher environment. And it helps them sometimes education since its founding in 1847. surprise themselves in terms of what they’re That is also the essence of our vision. able to achieve. Otterbein’s values coupled with a commitment We take students from where they to social innovation will enable us to continue are to where they want to be. to drive ahead in defining what a model community of educators, learners and leaders in the 21st century can and should be. •
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 9 A r o u n d t h e ’ B e i n 10 American Community GardeningAssociation. Gardens’ Women’s Board,communitygardenleadersandthe andBotanical The judgesincludedtheFranklin ParkConservatory than 200communitygardeners andlocalbusinesscivicleaders. local youthfromareaschools andorganizations.” knowledge toshareatthegardenwithbothOtterbein’s studentsand whobringextensive share thisawardwithourcommunitypartners andcommunityengagement.“Wedean ofexperientiallearning associate landscape forfuturegenerations,”saidMelissaGilbert, asaricheducational hunger inourlocalcommunityandserves recognition ofouref thegarden’s$500 tosupport educationaloutreachefforts. Garden oftheY with aScottsMiracle-GroGrowingtoGreenawardforEducation Community GardenWinsGrowingtoGreenAward University, as Ihave many and personal as chairman the of board the for Otterbein years. “It is an honor and aprivilege to serve about guiding university the coming inthe leadership of board the and is enthusiastic Otterbein Alumni Council. most prestigious honor offered the by Alumni Awards ceremony, represents the Alumnus Award, presented at annual the accomplishments. The Distinguished and manyfor his service other professional with Distinguished the Alumnus Award, to his departure, Morrison was honored ’51 as chairman of board the in2005.Prior 1988 and replaced ThomasR.Bromeley Morrisonof in atrustee became service. and retired from board the after 25 years completed his second termas chairman ay was atransitional month for the On May 18,ThomasC.Morrison’63 board of of trustees Otterbein University. C |Towers Otterbein | Fall 2013 h M The winnerswereannouncedat acelebrationattendedbymore “Otterbein ishonoredtohavereceivedthisawardin The OtterbeinUniversityCommunityGardenwashonored Mark R.Thresher’78 a nging ear ataceremonyonSept.11.Theawardincluded forts tocultivateagardenthathelpsfight forts compiled byJennyHill’05 has assumed assumed has
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Matthew D’Oyly ’04 took the reigns of the Annual Fund in June, bringing new ideas and a fresh outlook to the program. He comes to the Division of Institutional Advancement from the Office of Student Affairs, where he worked in both the health and wellness and residence life programs. In addition to his new duties as director of Annual Giving and Constituent Communication, D’Oyly also serves as the chairman of Administrative Assembly, serves on the bylaws committee of the University Senate and was elected to serve on the Governance Commission to rewrite the bylaws for the U.S. News & World Report lists University. He is also the adviser and alumni president for Sigma Delta Phi (Sphinx). Otterbein as having the second-highest Read more about D’Oyly and his answers to a few questions about his percentage of classes with less than 20 new role at www.otterbein.edu/annualfund. students enrolled among Ohio schools in its category.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 11 A r o u n d t h e ’ B e i n Beowulf Sheehan 12 Vernon L.PackDistinguishedLecturerNamed supported by The ThomasAcademic program,Common Book is which York Times translated into 12languages and is aNew chronicling has been his experiences, families. their Little Princes to reconnecting trafficked children with Nepal, anonprofit organization dedicated his visit. presented from scenes Little Princes DepartmentThe of Theatre and Dance also Memorial and signings. Library two book lecture hosted by Friends the of Courtright visits, aconvocation lecture, asmaller its theme. Activities included classroom participate inevents related and to book the and 1-3toon his book discuss Oct. the Lost Children of Nepal, visited campus onor Grennan, author of Otterbein Princes: One Man’s Promise to Bring Home University’s Little 2013Common Book, Common BookAuthorVisits Campus |Towers Otterbein | Fall 2013 C Thi G rennan founded Next Generation Author Salman Rushdie s is the 19th years is 19th the for the bestseller. , amemoir during 10-11, 2014,astheV Sir SalmanRushdietocampusonApril Ground BeneathHerFeet Satanic Verses, speech today. Hisnovelsinclude thought-provoking proponents forfree a popcultureiconandoneof themost toliterature.”Hestandsasboth “services received aQueen’s Knighthoodfor influenced agenerationofwritersand penned ahandfulofclassicnovels, celebrated authorsofourtime.He released closertothedate. forhispubliclecture,willbe information his visit,includingthetimeandticket Distinguished Lecturer. Moredetailsabout Common BookauthorConorGrennanaddressesthecampuscommunityinCowanHall. Enchantress of Florence. annual theme. academic surrounding experience academic an bonds on campus by providing ashared intellectual excitement and strengthen and isExcellence intended Series to create Rushdie Otterbein willwelcomenovelist
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Right: Dawn Stewart ’98, director of Athletics, addresses the audience.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 13 Opportunities Abound for RESEARCH by Jenny Hill ’06
At Otterbein, students can research coral reef destruction, reefs. Much of the data collected by Lescinsky and his students for bacteria, avian communication and many other topics as early coral budget research is done at the Belize Barrier Reef, an endangered as their freshman year. Opportunities are plentiful at Otterbein, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some students conduct individual where professors encourage students to conduct research in research projects on research trips to Belize, while others collect data a variety of disciplines. Thanks to the University’s small size, and work with Lescinsky on his research. professors work closely with students — often collaborating with them on professional research, attending national conferences Student researchers: and co-authoring papers. This is a small sampling of their work. During a research trip to Curacao led by Lescinsky, Helena Hayter ’13 studied notches on up-lifted coral reefs that previously geology had been assumed to have formed by erosion at sea level. She reinterpreted how the notches were formed, disproving the Researcher: Hal Lescinsky, chairman of Department of Biology conclusions of published papers on the topic. and Earth Science Two years ago, Lescinsky’s students analyzed aerial photographs Research project: Lescinsky’s research compares modern reef of the Belize Barrier Reef spanning nine years, provided by a construction with that in the recent past in order to determine Smithsonian researcher. Alicia Campbell ’11 focused her distinction whether modern reef die-off and change is a natural process or related project on quantifying the mangrove deforestation and island to current human impacts on the reef ecosystem. Lescinsky uses two development in and around the South Water Caye Marine Reserve, main methods of research. One is by developing a coral “baseline,” or a part of the reef. Her research showed widespread illegal cutting, what a reef looked like in the past versus present, by looking at coral dredging and filling at the site. She co-authored a paper with Lescinsky fossils. His research of Holocene reefs in the Dominican Republic and her data was requested by researchers at the World Wildlife Fund showed that a reef had 75 percent live coral cover 6,000 years ago, and the Belize Healthy Reef Initiative for use in persuading the United compared to 6 to 10 percent now. The second is by researching the Nations and other organizations to put international pressure on Belize carbonate “budget,” or created versus destroyed coral structure in to fulfill the terms of the World Heritage designation.
Helena Hayter ’13 studies notches on up-lifted coral reefs in Curacao. She disproved published papers that attributed the notches to sea erosion.
14 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 In July, an aviary was installed in the Science Center and stocked with budgerigars, or “budgies,” small Australian parrots. The birds allow ongoing research in budgie vocalizations.
Psychology zoo and conservation science
Researchers: Meredith Frey, assistant professor, and Cynthia Researcher: Anna Young, director of the Zoo and Conservation Laurie-Rose, professor Science program Research project: Frey and Laurie-Rose are beginning the second Research project: When Young came to Otterbein, she brought year of a two-year project funded by the U.S. Army Research with her a research interest in vocal learning, behavior and social Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences to develop unbiased stress in captive budgerigars or “budgies,” small Australian parrots predictors of cognitive abilities to assist in selection of personnel. that are vocal learners. In July, an aviary was installed on the first The researchers are developing a computer battery that more floor of the Science Center and stocked with 40 male budgies. The directly measures the basic processes of intelligence and is not aviary provides a new research opportunity for students and allows susceptible to environmental effects. In addition to Otterbein Young to continue her research. students being the subjects of this research, the professors currently employ five undergraduate student research assistants in their lab Student researchers: to program tasks and to collect and analyze data. Kelly McElroy ’13 and Marie Paquette ’14 are looking at individual signatures within budgerigar vocalizations. Each budgie Student researcher: produces a call that appears to have elements unique to that bird, Psychology major Amanda Zamary ’14 started doing research at even if the call type is the same for many individuals — similar the beginning of her sophomore year, studying children and media. to people who all say “hello,” but one can tell two friends apart During her junior year, she began working with Frey and Laurie-Rose, just by hearing their “hello.” By splitting them into smaller social who were revising a paper that they and a recent graduate, Aristi Ennis groups or mixing up social groups, students can analyze how their ’10, had submitted to a journal. Zamary collected more data for them vocalizations change. McElroy is looking at individual signatures at a local elementary school, analyzed some of the data and became an across call types, Paquette at signatures across time. Kelly Pruchnicki additional author on the paper. She continued working with Frey and ’14 is designing an experiment about UV signaling Laurie-Rose on the Army Reserve Institute project. Last summer, she in budgerigars, which have UV patches on interned with the Summer Research Experience in Brain and Cognitive their heads that humans Science (SREBCS) at the University of South Carolina. can’t detect with their “My mentors think I have ideas worth listening to and I feel eyes. The UV patches important knowing I have contributed to the work,” Zamary said. “We play a role in mate have worked through relentless problems, sorting through and figuring selection and out our data. It is the most rewarding experience I have ever had.” possibly in other social behaviors.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 15 biochemistry and Molecular biology
Researcher: Jennifer Bennett, assistant professor conducting research the summer after his freshman year after Research project: Bennett and her students have characterized receiving a Merck-AAAS Undergraduate Research Fellowship genes involved in the development of Streptomyces, a group of to study microbial genetics in Bennett’s lab. His sophomore bacteria that produces more than two-thirds of the commercially year, he received two highly competitive national awards from important antibiotics, as well as anti-parasitic and anti-tumor the American Society for Microbiology (ASM): The ASM drugs. These genes encode signaling proteins that affect the way that Undergraduate Research Fellowship and the ASM Student Travel the bacterium develops, including the ability to divide, to produce Grant Award. With Bennett, Geiger co-authored a manuscript antibiotics and the ability to produce biofilms, communities of that was published in The Journal of Bacteriology — a very rare bacteria that adhere to a surface and become resistant to antibiotics accomplishment for an undergraduate research student, especially and environmental conditions. a sophomore. He presented his research at the national meetings of These same types of genes are also found in many disease- the ASM in San Francisco in May 2012 and Denver in May 2013, causing bacteria, including E. coli, salmonella and Vibrio cholerae. and continues his research in Bennett’s lab as a senior. The genes affect the ability of these bacteria to cause disease and form “It meant a lot to to put my work out there — this is what medically relevant biofilms. Last fall, Bennett published an article scientists do. I couldn’t be happier to publish as early as I did. I’m very in the Journal of Bacteriology with Otterbein biochemistry major, appreciative of the chance to work in Dr. Bennett’s lab,” Geiger said. Bobby Geiger ’14, that describes the characterization of two of these genes. This year, Bennett is working with Otterbein research students, including Brooke Weisenburger ’14, Nicole Enochs ’16 and Researcher: John Tansey, director of the Biochemistry and Mikah Barrueta ’16 to produce additional publications in this field. Molecular Biology program Students have also presented at regional and national conferences for Research project: Nearly all cells store lipids (fats and cholesterol) their work on this project. for future use. Students in Tansey’s lab research lipids for individual projects or independent aspects of larger projects. Their work Student researcher: focuses on the role that lipid droplet proteins (the PAT proteins) Robert “Bobby” Geiger ’14 came to Otterbein as a Cardinal play in the metabolism of stored lipids. Science Scholar, which provides a scholarship and additional The students explore how cells store lipids and, when mentoring from science faculty and upperclassmen. He began they do, at what point does it cause disease. This research has implications in the etiology of obesity, heart disease and type II diabetes mellitus. Tansey’s goal is to guide each student into a project that will make an impact and still fit with that student’s skills, interests and future aspirations, including graduate school, medical school and veterinary school.
Student researchers: In April, Tansey accompanied five Otterbein students to the national meeting of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) in Boston, where they presented their research. Four of those students — Cara Hardy ’16, Theresa Hubbell ’13, Alex Brackbill ’13 and Tara Saley ’13 — conducted research in Tansey’s lab on perilipins, a group of proteins that are involved in fat storage and fat metabolism. “I think one of the most valuable experiences an undergraduate science major can have is to present their research findings at a national conference,” Tansey said. “It truly lets the student see where they stand in relation to their peers across the country and to see Researcher and published author Bobby Geiger ’14, presented presentations of cutting-edge research. It also allows them to network his research at the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) in with other schools and scientists and significantly improves their San Francisco in 2012 and in Denver in 2013. chances of getting into a top graduate program.”
16 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 biology
Researcher: Simon Lawrance, professor Researcher: Jeffrey Lehman, professor Discipline: Biology Discipline: Biology Research project: Students in Lawrance’s lab study the major Research project: Undergraduates in Lehman’s research laboratory histocompatibility complex (MHC), a group of genes that produce explore plants and plant-fungal interactions. Danielle O’Callaghan proteins that play a central role in immunity. MHC proteins act like ’14, Bailey Dye ’15 and Madeline Rohl ’15 are currently studying a hands and are able to grasp foreign substances. They then “present” debilitating syndrome in horses caused by the ingestion of wilted red these substances to the immune system and activate immune maple leaves. O’Callaghan and Rohl are studying the effect of dietary responses such as antibody production. MHC is an important supplements vitamin C and E on equine red blood cells and their use factor in the compatibility of donors and recipients of bone in the prevention of red maple leaf toxicosis. Their project requires marrow. As the central control for the immune system, variation in them to collect blood from horses boarded at the Austin E. Knowlton the MHC has long been known to be associated with a variety of Center for Equine Science and then to culture blood with maple autoimmune conditions, like lupus, multiple sclerosis, arthritis and extracts in bioassays. The horses are either part of the control group diabetes. In collaboration with Dr. Chack Yang-Yu at Nationwide or treatment group, which has been fed vitamin C or E supplements. Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Lawrance and his students are Alternatively, the antioxidant supplements are added in vitro to equine researching the connection between MHC and lupus in children. red blood cells directly as a means to screen for potential effects in In collaboration with the Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut, they lessening red maple leaf toxicosis. Dye is exploring whether relatives are researching MHC diversity in South African penguins. Their of red maple (like sugar, silver and Norway maples) have similar research results will boost conservation efforts to develop standards effects on horse physiology as does red maple. In the Thomas and for responsible captive breeding of endangered species. Sarah Morrison Research Greenhouse (Tom Morrison ’63) and at the Otterbein Community garden, Dye is growing 15 species of maple Student researcher: in a replicated design to explore their toxicity on equine blood Biochemistry and molecular biology major Jacob Bowman ’16 cells. Throughout the growing season, Dye has harvested sought opportunities to conduct research during his first year at leaves and used them in bioassays to test for levels of toxicity Otterbein, fueled by the question, “What is life?” He was invited by to equine blood cells based on percentage of cells that have Lawrance to participate in the research at Nationwide Children’s lysed. Hospital and presented his research at the 2013 Experimental Biology scientific meeting in Boston. Bowman is a member of Student researchers: the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Since the lab was established, more than 25 (ASBMB) Undergraduate Affiliate Network and Alpha Lambda students have conducted research on such Delta Honor Society. topics as the genetics of host resistance, plant pathogen dissemination, fungal infection of floral structures and arsenic tolerance in ferns. In addition to giving presentations at regional and national meetings, four students have published their research in peer- reviewed, international journals including Phytopathology, Plant Disease and Environmental Entomology. Six alumni from the program have pursued doctorate degrees in plant science or related fields, while others have pursued medical degrees or gone into teaching. •
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 17 The Cardinal Colloquium: A Chance to Shine
Showcasing Our Scholars
by Roger Routson
hen Lindsay Wargelin ’13 presented to make decisions on my own and helped me Student participants in the Wher research about tree frogs at the Cardinal g row up.” Colloquium were nominated by faculty Colloquium in April, she looked professional That maturity was evident in members. Students then submitted abstracts and composed — more like a young Wargelin’s presentation at the second describing their projects and the committee professional, less like a student. Perhaps the annual Cardinal Colloquium this past selected and organized a set of posters and trip to the Panama rain forest two years earlier April, an event that “seeks to showcase presentations to include in the program. had something to do with it. the very best student and student/faculty The 2013 Cardinal Colloquium was That’s where her interest in tree frogs collaborative work at Otterbein, celebrating enhanced over the first year’s Colloquium by started. It’s also where she had a kidney the scholarly accomplishments across all inviting and including alumni in the event. stone attack and ended up in the hospital. disciplines and degree levels and giving our Dean Johnston, professor of “It was definitely a growing scholars the chance to shine,” said Wendy chemistry and co-chairman of the Cardinal experience,” Wargelin said of her internship Sherman Heckler, associate vice president Colloquium, said, “Students get experience position with the Smithsonian Tropical of Academic Affairs, dean of University in presenting their work to a very diverse Research Institute in Gamboa, Panama. “Dr. Programs and co-chairwoman of the audience. Many students have already (Sarah) Bouchard (associate professor of Cardinal Colloquium. It is a celebration of presented elsewhere, but usually to an biology and earth science) was there, but my research and creative work, one of the Five audience of students or experts in their parents weren’t. I felt like the trip required me Cardinal Experiences. field. The audience at the Colloquium was a
18 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Grimm, assistant professor at the Manship and your interests. It’s so easy to find the School of Communication at Louisiana State faculty to support you and the professors University, received his master’s degree in who are going to be there for you. Otterbein journalism from the University of Texas and is full of opportunity and all you have to do doctorate degree in journalism and mass is look around.” • communication from the University of Iowa. Grimm’s presentation entertained and informed, and weaved his own personal experiences and perceptions with his research. In conclusion, he expressed his gratitude to Otterbein and the support he received, Lindsay Wargelin ’13 particularly from some of his professors including Paul Eisenstein, dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. He advised Otterbein students to “do what you love and love what you do.” Topics for the poster and slide presentations were widely varied, ranging from the very technical and esoteric to the simple and straightforward. Curtis Baker ’13 titled his poster presentation Streptomyces Diguanylate Cyclase Mutant Exhibits Early Mycelium Formation and Sporulation in Comparison to Wild Type, while Cara Hardy ’16 presented Investigating Cytosolic Perilipin 5 Translocation to the Peri-Nuclear Storage Droplet. Courtney Kast ’13 presented Research on the Genetics of Endangered Showcasing Our Scholars Penguins, while Brianna Burke ’12 shared her fitness program simply titled Steps to a Healthier You. Julianne D’Errico ’13 displayed her costume designs for Otterbein’s mix of students, alumni and faculty from all theatre production of Spring Awakening, different areas.” designs that “show the beauty, depth and pain Sherman Heckler added, “I think the of adolescents and adults alike struggling to students benefitted from meeting with alumni find their truth in 1891 Germany,” she said. at lunch. I heard the students comparing Wargelin found the whole process notes to what was available on campus to very rewarding. “Getting to plan an alumni versus what is available today. I heard experiment, going through the steps to set it them listen to alumni talking about their up and see it play out, and to see the results career paths — how an internship led to a unfold in front of your eyes is so gratifying.” job, et cetera. It’s always helpful to hear stories After graduating this past May, she from successful predecessors.” is taking a year off to study for admission to Top: Josh Grimm ’03 gives the keynote One alumnus, Joshua Grimm ’03, medical school. “Otterbein is unique, in that address in Riley Auditorium. Middle: gave a spirited keynote address on studying you can make your Otterbein experience Ikponmwosa Agho ’13 discusses his project with Michael Huston ’86. Bottom: Alumni and race issues in the media and how analyzing whatever you want. No two people here are students at the Colloquium luncheon. From racial media representations could help going to have the same experience. To me, I left, Harrison Ralph ’14, Kendra Schwarz us understand their origins, theoretical was really interested in research. If you put ’14, Rich Klempay ’86, Susan Gaskell implications and real world consequences. in the effort, the opportunities are up to you Merryman ’88 and Alison Ernest ’13.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 19 A Distinguished Career in Research Alumnus a leader in protein chemistry, amino acid sequencing and immunology
by Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89
Tony Hugli ’63 has enjoyed a long He was soon being recruited by the to share their research with their Chinese and successful career in the field of scientific Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA, counterparts at the Shanghai Institute. “We research. As a student, however, his vocational and in 1972, he accepted a position as the enjoyed a three-week tour of China that we path looked quite different until Roy Turley facility’s first protein chemist. “Scripps will never forget and that few were able to intervened. “Dr. Turley was one of the best started out with mainly M.D.s working on experience at that time,” he recalled. instructors I had in all of my academic experimental medicine,” Hugli explained. In 2000, Hugli left Scripps to move career,” commented Hugli. “He was an “There were a lot of animal studies. I came to Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular outstanding teacher.” in and started changing Studies in La Jolla, where he could help He also recommended that to molecular studies, younger scientists with their research while that Hugli continue then protein. Scripps continuing his own. At the same time, he his studies at graduate then started bringing in founded the company Cell Activation with school instead of more Ph.D.s.” three other scientists and began researching becoming a high school Hugli actually set treatments for hemorrhagic shock. Today, teacher as planned. up the very first protein while still at Torrey Pines, he is also Shortly after chemistry lab at Scripps, developing skincare products for his own receiving his degree and went on to “isolate company, HealthAide, Inc. The products are in chemistry from and determine the amino based on the anti-inflammatory aspects of Otterbein, Hugli acid sequence of the first the compound aspartame. was off to Indiana proteins ever sequenced” Hugli has been published more University (IU) at the institute. For than 250 times in peer-reviewed science Medical Center to Tony Hugli ’63 the next 28 years, he journals. He co-founded the journal, study biochemistry. conducted research in Protein Science, now a well-respected (He and Judy Furay ’63 were married on the immunology department and received publication, and has served as editor or on a Sunday and Hugli started graduate school approximately 35 grants from the National the editorial board for a number of science that Monday.) Institutes of Health (NIH) for these studies. journals. In addition, he has reviewed grant He completed his doctorate at IU In fact, for a period of 10 years, his grant proposals for the NIH. Bloomington in 1968 and was offered a proposals were never turned down by the He credits Otterbein with laying post-doctoral fellowship at Rockefeller NIH. Starting out as an assistant member a solid foundation for his distinguished University in New York City. During his at Scripps, he moved through the ranks to career. “My overall education was superb,” fellowship, he worked with two prominent become a full member. Hugli noted. When he started graduate researchers, Stanford Moore and Hugli’s work was being recognized school, “I was scared to death I couldn’t William H. Stein, both of whom went on to around the world, and he was invited to compete with the other students.” But receive the Nobel Prize in 1972. According speak at symposiums and international thanks to the education he received at to Hugli, his protein chemistry research meetings throughout Europe and in Otterbein, he excelled in graduate school under these two scientists “launched my Asia. Particularly memorable was a 1981 and beyond. “Otterbein is the Midwest career, because they were so prominent,” symposium held in China and sponsored version of the Ivy Leagues,” he concluded. and because he was learning new by the Chinese government. Hugli and “It is that good. For undergraduate work, technology. 11 other American scientists were invited you can’t beat a small school.” •
20 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Fostering Distinguished Career
by Jenny Hill ’05
According to an article in the July 10, 2010, issue of Newsweek Magazine, there is a creativity crisis in America. Today’s youth are not fully developing their creativity, which is crucial to independent thinking and problem-solving skills. To counter this crisis, the article suggests universities must continue to offer and support academic programs in creative fields. With a nationally recognized theatre program and excellent programs in art and music, Otterbein offers creative students many opportunities to grow and develop as professionals and individuals. Nurturing our Artists Last spring, art major Hannah Farley ’15 submitted a body of work to the 16th annual Juried Student Art Exhibition. To her surprise, the juror gave her an award for her entire body of work — something that had never been done before. Of 158 entries by 46 students, only 68 pieces by 38 students were chosen by guest juror Kim Vito, professor of art at Wright State University. Four of those pieces were created by Farley during her freshman year Drawing I class, taught by Professor Nicholas Hill. Fleet and Fade, artwork by Hannah Farley ’15. At right are “Each piece in the body of work is made from a different posters she created for the Departement of Theatre and Art. medium — vine charcoal, compressed charcoal, conté crayon and graphite,” Farley said. “The pieces were either an in-class activity or and artwork for the Department of Theatre and Dance’s 2013-2014 were projects to be completed outside of class.” season. The posters are online at www.otterbein.edu/drama. Hill said the quality of Farley’s work reflects her personal Ultimately, Farley would like to work for a design firm or as commitment to growing as an artist. “Hannah entered the Drawing a designer for a company. She thinks that Otterbein is giving her the I class with high expectations for herself. She was willing to try new tools for a successful career. processes and explore different ways of seeing and expressing visual “The faculty members in the Art Department are fantastic. concepts. Her confidence grew throughout the semester and her Every professor I’ve had since my first semester has taught me so work reflects that growth.” much and pushed me to try new things. It’s hard to put into words Guest juror Vito reviewed the submitted works of art, that kind of development — perhaps the best way to describe it which were presented anonymously, and chose works both for the would be to say that Otterbein has increased my confidence in exhibition and for individual awards. Because she chose all four myself as an artist and a professional,” she said. of Farley’s pieces to receive awards without knowing they were by Farley also credits the art curriculum with introducing the same artist, a new award was created. her to new mediums. To fulfill a requirement, she took Beginning Farley received the Margueritte Wetherill Eschbach Art Photography (Film), a class outside of her concentration that she Merit Award for her body of work at a reception on March 28. “I might not have considered otherwise. “I now have my own website was so surprised to receive it. I am truly very honored,” Farley said. for my photography that has led to the start of a small business,” Visitors to Otterbein this academic year will see Farley’s she said. Her photography is online at hannahfarleyphotography. art all over campus. During the summer, she designed the posters squarespace.com.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 21 Innovation and Talent Take Center Stage The Department of Theatre and Dance is challenging itself The Importance of Being Earnest; and the Broadway musical, The Full to be more innovative and succeeding on all levels — from an Monty. exciting new summer theatre venue to a stellar regular season But it was the season-opening production of Les Misérables lineup that spotlights the limitless talents of its students. that had the theatre community buzzing. Expectations were high Otterbein Summer Theatre took a risk when it changed its for Otterbein’s production, which was the first university-produced venue after 45 years of staging productions in the Campus Center performance in Ohio of the full score. Students took the stage for Theatre. In the new ONSTAGE venue, audiences sit in a specially eight performances of the three-hour musical in October, earning designed space located on the regular-season stage in the Fritsche praise from critics. Theatre at Cowan Hall. The space provides the audience with a “Les Misérables lives or dies on the strength of its vocal more comfortable experience, but retains the intimate atmosphere performances,” wrote Quamme. “The new production by Otterbein that is a signature of summer theatres and a valuable learning University … effortlessly clears the bar on all musical counts.” experience for theatre students. Jordan Donica ’16, who starred as the iconic character, “The intelligently designed, nicely executed space — with Jean Valjean, is proving to be a rising talent in the department. Last its higher risers, greater leg room, improved accessibility, sharp season, he landed the lead role in the spring production of How acoustics, and functioning air conditioning — makes for an to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying — a rare honor for a appreciable improvement over the space where the university’s freshman. “Although he’s only a freshman, Jordan Donica delivers summer theater has been performed for the past 45 years,” wrote a powerhouse performance as J. Pierrepont Finch,” wrote Broadway Margaret Quamme, theatre critic for The Columbus Dispatch. World critic Paul Batterson. Coming off a successful summer season, Otterbein University With one musical under his belt, Donica spent his summer Theatre announced its regular season lineup, featuring David building his vocal endurance for his demanding, but rewarding, role in Mamet’s Speed-the-Plow; Dance 2013: Once Again!; Oscar Wilde’s Les Misérables. “I learned a lot from the audience and seeing many peoples’ different perspectives on Valjean,” Donica said. “Not only did the audience pick up on the characteristics I was going Jordan Donica ’16 as Jean Valjean from Les Misérables for, but they also projected onto him their own personal experiences.” His performance was lauded, and critic Richard Ades wrote, “… Donica may well be the best Jean Valjean you’ve ever seen.” By staging demanding productions like Les Misérables, the Department prepares its students for professional success. Just ask Krystal Simpson ’14. The senior musical theatre major took her education off-campus to perform in a five-month tour of Dreamgirls, which included stops in the United States, Canada and Japan. While on tour, her professors continued to work with her remotely. She is back on campus and on track to graduate in May 2014. Read more about her experience at www.otterbein.edu/ krystalsimpson. For more on the upcoming season, visit www.otterbein. edu/drama.
22 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Music & the Real World Eric Van Wagner ’99, music lessons teacher, thinks the key to success in the field of audio production is to learn through a wide range of real-world experiences. As head of the Department of Music’s audio production program, he draws from his own background to provide those opportunities for his students. Van Wagner’s strong belief in experiential learning may come from his own introduction to audio production. “In the late The Anticipations, a student group founded by Eric Van Wagner, music ’90s, I was in a band that had record label interest. When the band lessons teacher, peforms at Homecoming on the band stage. He and his went to record, I always assisted the recording engineer, and that’s students set up all the sound equipment as well. when I became interested in the other side of production,” he said. “Once the band broke up, I decided to transition to the technical Department of Music as electric guitar, electric bass or drum set side of music.” majors,” he said. While not every audio producer is a musician, a certain The group features a new lineup each year and is open to amount of creativity is necessary to do the job well. “Creativity and any student enrolled at Otterbein University, regardless of major. technical expertise go hand-in-hand,” Van Wagner said. “A great The group performs at least once each semester and produces a CD musician that can’t facilitate an idea is useless, and so is a technical each year in conjunction with the audio production students. They genius that doesn’t understand what is appropriate for the given performed at Homecoming. music.” “The group exposes these students to the classic repertoire Van Wagner explained that a good audio producer must of pop music, performance practices, how to interact with a sound know his equipment to the point that he doesn’t have to think system and how to navigate a band dynamic,” Van Wagner said. about the technology and can focus on the music, but stressed that “Some former members have gone on to be working musicians other characteristics are necessary. “Skills can be learned. What’s that perform locally, have been on tours and have released original more important are a strong work ethic, positive attitude and the music. Once, one of our singers was asked to join a band at the end ability to understand almost any genre of music.” of our show!” Van Wagner constantly seeks opportunities for his audio The Anticipations are preparing for a Beatles tribute production students to apply what they have learned. “I place a show in uptown Westerville on April 5, 2014. The Beatles: th strong emphasis on real-world projects. I involve students, as much Because... will celebrate the 50 anniversary year of the Beatles as their skill level allows, into every campus event I can. I invite landing in America. For more information, visit www. them to assist me with my freelance work. Even the mixing projects redgroveentertaiment.com. • that my students get in class have all come from old recordings in the archives of my peers and myself,” he said. Student Publications This fall, the Office of Alumni Relations contracted Van Otterbein’s literary publication, Wagner and his students to set up the sound for the new band Quiz & Quill, has been offering stage at Homecoming. They are currently working with the Office creative and social opportunities to of Marketing and Communications to produce the University’s students since 1919 and features annual holiday video. They also produce Music & Romance, an poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, annual Valentine’s event featuring Otterbein ensembles. dramatic writing and art. Aegis was Projects like these allow students to improve their technical established in 2004 to promote a skills while practicing real-world concepts like client relationship deeper appreciation of the humanities. management. Published each spring, the journal is While audio production is his focus, Van Wagner hasn’t written and edited by students and given up performing. As a bassist, he has performed in a variety features undergraduate scholarly of styles and has shared the stage with such groups as Fuel and the essays and book reviews. Kate is Moody Blues. Now, he directs and performs alongside students in a feminist publication committed to the Department’s popular music ensemble, The Anticipations. interdisciplinary discourse and is “I created The Anticipations in 2005 to provide relevant named after one of Otterbein’s first experiences to the growing number of students entering the graduates, Kate Winter Hanby ’1857.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 23 C la s s n o t e s
compiled by Becky Hill May ’78
reunion year Ruth Mugridge Snodgrass of the Year, United Church of Zanesville High School track 1949 alumni weekend 2014 ’51 was inducted into the 2013 Christ, by the Florida UCC team for six years and president Ohio Department of Aging Women at Good Samaritan of the Muskingum County Claire Kerr Reynolds ’51 Hall of Fame. She is the oldest Church, Pinellas Park, FL. Medical Academy. retired as director of the member and founder of the Colorado Springs, CO, reunion year Tuscarawas County Writers 1954 Col. Robert Meyer ’65, U.S. show choir, Vocal Fusion. In alumni weekend 2014 Guild, currently serving as the Air Force (retired), was inducted addition to publishing several program coordinator. A retired into the Ohio National Guard original compositions and reunion year teacher, she has published 1959 alumni weekend 2014 Hall of Fame in April. He retired arrangements, she was a K‑12 adult and children’s books, in 2003 after serving 37 years in music teacher, concert organist directed more than 100 plays the U.S. Air Force and the Ohio and music director/accompanist reunion year and productions, written 1964 alumni weekend 2014 Air National Guard. at several churches. She songs and hymns and founded founded three choral groups: the Hispanic Ministries of Joe Booth ’65 was recently Gail Miller ’66 retired from Song Spinners in 1974, A Touch Tuscarawas County. inducted into the Zanesville teaching at Westminster of Class in 1985 and Vocal High School Hall of Fame. He College, New Wilmington, Fusion in 2003. Beverly Thompson Kelly ’52 was a doctor in private practice PA, after 30 years. Prior to was named 2013 Laywoman until his retirement after 30 his career at Westminster, he years of serving his hometown taught a variety of business Reynold Hoefflin ’57 established the Hoefflin Endowed area. He was also Muskingum administration courses and Scholarship. The scholarship will benefit students majoring in chaired the department at Note County coroner for three Giving history. years, team physician for the Otterbein from 1977 to 1983.
Marlene Lansman Deringer ’69 (right) has retired from her position as associate professor of education at Otterbein after 26 years. She worked with Dee Dee Krumm Heffner ’69 (left) in a program that sent 39 student teachers to Brian Hartzell ’70 hosted the 38th annual reunion of the Friends of the McCurdy School in Clarice Burton, a loosely organized group of Otterbein alumni, spouses Española, NM, between 1995 and 2011. Dee Dee and her husband, and children, at his farmstead in Perrysville, OH, on July 14. Burton Dennis Heffner ’69 (center), retired from their ministries in Española rented her upstairs rooms to nearly 100 Otterbein men from 1946 to where they have served as home missionaries since 1975. They plan to 1975. Nearly one-third of these men became ministers. In 1975, her reside in Tijeras, NM, and spend time with their grandchildren. “Burton Boys” established the Clarice Burton Memorial Scholarship Fund.
24 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 50+ Years: Golden Otterbein Couples
Mary Jane Kline Van Sickle Micky McClure Hastings ’54 and husband, Robert Hastings ’42 and husband, Frank Van ’54, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary June 27, Sickle ’41, celebrated their 70th 2013. They are both retired teachers. wedding anniversary with family Priscilla Huprich Manson ’60 and husband, Al Manson and friends at the clubhouse in ’60, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June. The the Villas of Canterbury Woods, Mansons, their two daughters and four grandchildren all Westerville. They were engaged reside in the Houston area. in March 1941 when “Van” was a senior and Mary Jane a junior. Martha Deever Matteson ’64 They were married at Church of and husband, Merv Matteson the Master on Feb. 20, 1943. ’60, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June Kay Turner Truitt ’50 and husband, Frank Truitt ’50, 16, 2013. Both are retired celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in June. pastors in the West Ohio Carolyn Brown Sherrick ’53 Conference of the United and husband, Dick Sherrick Methodist Church. They have ’54, celebrated their 60th four children, Mara Matteson wedding anniversary in ’89, Miriam Garcia, Michael June with a trip to Europe and Matthew; and five and a Mediterranean cruise. grandchildren.
reunion year Dennis Mammana ’73 was School until his retirement in Debra Mukasa Chagonda ’78 1969 alumni weekend 2014 featured in the May issue of June 2011. retired from Victoria Foods, Astronomy Magazine. Through Harare, Zimbabwe. She is raising Gordon Bury II ’70 was his celestial photography, Bill Reid ’76 is the owner of the chickens and assisting her honored at the 150th astronomy writings, public Closet Factory of South Carolina. husband in growing medicinal Anniversary of the Battle of lectures, courses and His wife, Maribeth, is a nurse at herbs and plants for his research Gettysburg and presented a astronomical enrichment tours to Waccamaw Hospital. The couple at the University of Zimbabwe. special medallion and citation some of the most exotic places on resides in Pawleys Island, SC. from the Pennsylvania State Earth, he has brought the cosmos Giving
Fred O. Ciminello ’61 established the Kay Dornan Note Senate. He and 29 other to audiences around the world. men were recognized for Ciminello ’59 Memorial Music Fund in memory of his wife. participating in the Gettysburg reunion year The fund will benefit the University’s musical programming. 1974 alumni weekend 2014 National Reenactments and furthering the understanding of Thomas Heil ’75 was inducted Otterbein is grateful for the continued loyalty of Richard P. Giving our American heritage through into the Teays Valley High Legrand ’62 and Glenna McKorkle Legrand ‘64 Note their contributions. School Athletic Hall of Fame in (deceased). Richard strengthened their commitment to the February. He was a guidance University by establishing a planned gift through the Richard and counselor at Teays Valley High Glenna Legrand Charitable Fund at The Columbus Foundation.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 25 Dave Bender ’83 is executive Jean‑Marc O’Connor ’88 Otterbein Book Corner director of information is a career agent with Legacy and technology services at Strategies, LLC, Dublin, OH. Otterbein. He also serves Legacy Strategies provides on the board of the Del Co clients with financial strategies Water Company and is current to make their estates work more president of the Delaware efficiently. s s n o t e s County Friends of the Trail. la Kathleen Clinger Brown
C Lianne Davidson Dickerson ’89 was appointed to serve ‘83 is director of emergency as the West Ohio Conference services and critical care at superintendent for the Capitol Karen Hoerath Meyer ’65 Ryan Parrish ’03 has O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Area South District, effective has published her fourth published his Athens, OH. She has oversight July 1. As superintendent, historical novel, Whispers at first book, and responsibility for all she will have spiritual Marietta, exploring Ohio’s One Day financial, clinical, managerial administrative oversight for 123 first permanent settlement. In October. and strategic objectives for the congregations and numerous May, she was the featured Set over the emergency department and mission sites and projects. author at the East Central course of a critical care units. Ohio Educational Service single day, Mara Matteson ’89 was Center’s Annual Young a series of Michael Huston ’86 was involved in the launch of the Author’s Conference where six stories brings together promoted to senior technical Keres Children’s Learning fourth- and fifth-grade the miraculous and the
Authors fellow of the Lubrizol Center, Cochiti Pueblo, NM. authors learn about writing. mundane. He was the Corporation, Wickliffe, OH, The preschool section uses She enjoys presenting living featured author for May where he also holds the title of Montessori pedagogy to teach history events in schools and at the Courtright Memorial strategic technology manager. the native language in an retirement centers. Library. immersion setting to Native Have you written and published a book? Let us know at Carl Miller ’86 and his wife, American children whose [email protected]. Send us a high-resolution photo of Pamela Rodgers, opened a bed language is at risk. yourself and the book cover. Let all your Otterbein classmates and breakfast on the beach in know of your publishing success. Ixtapa, Mexico, in March. Kyle Ramey ’89 was named the superintendent of Oakwood Kimberly Grossl Kessler ’81 is where he directed Hay Fever Rob Gagnon ’87 is the senior City Schools in Dayton, OH, in the director of the public sector this April. He also directed the vice president of RalphLauren. March. He previously served as campaigns at United Way of premiere of his play, Coward com in New York City. director of instructional services Central Ohio. Land, this fall. Coward Land for Kettering City Schools. and his previous play, What David Marcia ’81 completed Breaks Your Heart?, were his doctorate degree at the semifinalists at the O’Neill University of Missouri in Theatre Center’s New Play December. He began teaching Competition. at Beloit College, Beloit, WI,
On Sept. 7, the Edwin L. “Dubbs” Roush Hall of Champions was unveiled at the Clements Recreation Center. This display recognizes Roush’s decades of leadership on and Brothers Kent ’79 (left), Doug ’77 (right) and Eric Stuckey off the field. It was dedicated in recognition of the two lead Note climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in September. While getting ready Giving gifts for the Turf and Track Project received from the Roush for the climb, they spotted a young man wearing an Otterbein Family Fund and the Vida S. Clements Foundation. For more sweatshirt. He was among a group trying to get a job as a information and photos, see page 13. porter for the expeditions that were leaving.
26 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Profile 27 Todd Roese ’92 (right) Todd has been a missionary of Life with the Word Church in the Saratov, Russia, region for more than 15 years. John Buckles H’04 (left) visited; the two are pictured here in Red Square at St. Basil’s Cathedral. y major, Bates y major, She is a registered yoga instructor yoga a registered is She will and classes and be teaching the business. managing Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 2013 Fall | Otterbein Towers In addition to his own research, Bates In addition to his own tment. When he came to the hospital, said, “We hope to fix the underlying condition or hope to fix the underlying condition or said, “We the ramifications so we have at least understand structural kidney diseases, better treatments. With Kidney there is very right now. little we can do disease is a terminal you’re on dialysis illness. If 50 years of life. Even with a as a child, you lose 25 years of your life.” transplant, you lose in his oversees the studies of junior researchers depar he helped start a fellowship program to train pediatric nephrologists. He mentors these Kelley ’93 and ‑ A life science and chemistr
researchers and fellows, just as his professors at Otterbein researchers and fellows, just as his professors mentored him. him move forwardacknowledged the training that helped forget my professors, along his career path. “I really won’t particularly Jerry as a role Jenkins. I definitely look at him particularly in my becoming a scientist.” model and mentor, husband, Brian, are owners of owners are Brian, husband, OH. in Pataskala, Om Yoga Studio recognition of her commitment commitment her of recognition equal of the principles to equal justice and protection through in the community service. bono pro outstanding Kelley Grant Carl Bates ’86 Carl Bates by Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89 Nagorski by Kim Schomburg Jan Madak O’Daniel ’86 has worked for seven years as a search engine optimization (SEO) freelance copywriter, magazine writer and Prior to writing mentor. launching her consultancy, she spent 20 years in radio, television, publishing and interactive marketing. Jeff the new Jones ’91 is associate High Hayes Delaware at principal OH. School, Delaware, Colby Paul Kingsbury ’91 Bar the Chicago received Bar Chicago and Association Lewis J. Edward Foundation’s in Bono ServiceII Pro Award th defects. “Birth defects are the
s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, s Hospital of Pittsburgh His current research focuses on two As chief of the Division of Nephrology As chief of the Division founded ICEbox Solutions, Solutions, ICEbox founded ‑ areas: kidney and bladder bir in children,” Bates leading cause of irreversible kidney disease relatively healthy noted. “While many children we see are kidney injurywith just a few problems, others have significant of which is a cure.” His requiring dialysis or transplant, neither mutations that lead research focuses on identifying the genetic to malformation of the kidneys. With this understanding, he
, spends the majority of his , spends the majority Carl Bates, MD, ’86 on kidney disease in time conducting research recruited Bates in 2008 in children. The hospital part was being funded by because his research of Health (NIH). According the National Institutes few pediatric nephrologists to Bates, “Very receive government funding for their research. funding because it’s hope is to get NIH Your great validation of your research.” at Children’
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about avarietyoftopics.“Iwasabletonetworkwithinthose various onlinegroupswhohavesimilarideologicalbeliefs large “crowd-sourcing”project,usingindividualsfrom Now residinginPasadena,CA,herecentlycompleteda residency inFinland,helpedhimdevelopthislatestwork. objectsthatareseeminglyopposing.” different tofindthethresholdbetweentwo between placesandtrying their own.Iamfocusingonthespaces that aredynamicandcreateworkon mechanisms, machines—processes outcome.” Currently, heis“developing thanthe is sometimesmoreimportant really abouttheprocess.Thecreation Hiswork,hesays,“is collaborative art. and more andonmultidisciplinary Today, however, heisconcentrating Saunders ’98focusedonpainting.
30 Rock as grown-up, the on aJanuary of episode NBC’s Todd Crain ’94 guest starred Media, Atlanta, GA. program director at Cumulus music programming/corporate She ispresident vice of stratus Influential Radio.”Women in Ink Magazine’s article, “Most Junein the issue of Radio Emily Boldon’94was featured 28 |Towers Otterbein | Fall 2013 Three yearsspentinSouthKorea,alongwitha While atOtterbein,ar “The Creation is Sometimes More Important thantheOutcome” “The CreationisSometimesMoreImportant Rapids, MI,area. inthegreaterGrand serves Church inAmerica(ELCA)and of theEvangelicalLutheran ordained memberoftheroster degree.Heisan of ministry was awardedadoctorate inChicago.Friesner Seminary Theological the McCormick Carl, athisgraduationfrom James Friesner’94withhisson, tist Ron children. Upper Arlington with four their her husband, Brian, reside in Hospital inColumbus. She and nurse at Nationwide Children’s an emergency room registered Jenny StrattonJohnson’95is Chocolate Factory and the from Willy original the Wonka not ‑ so ‑ pure ‑ of by KimSchomburgNagorski’89 ‑ Ron Saunders’98 heart Charlieheart . and itallowedmetodevelopcriticalthinkingformulas.” of view. thingsthatdidn’t Iwasabletolearn necessarilyrelatetoart, who Iamtoday.point multi-disciplinary Otterbeinprovidedavery collegecouldoffer.that aliberal-arts Thatdecision,hesays,“shaped Saunders chosetoattendOtterbeinbecausehewantedtheflexibility group ofastronomers. will involvefrozenwater-basedpigmentballs,alargepaneland
187,000 homes year. this residential recycling rollout to She managed city’s the mayor of City the of Columbus. environmental steward for the Miller’97is the Erin Stewart Bluffton, OH,in May. degree from Bluffton University, her master of ineducation arts Heather Rutz’95received Although heconsideredvariousar used cardboardtobuildtemporar groups andfacilitateaprojectwherewe in Pasadena on an upcoming project, which in Pasadenaonanupcomingproject,which InstituteofTechnologyCalifornia (Caltech) at astrophysics andastronomydepartments Hewillbecollaboratingwiththe California. of thehomelessinsouthern andonethatfocusedontheplight effort,” I hadsomecontrol,itwasacollaborative was anongoinginstallation.Eventhough structures thatsimulatedtents,”henotes.“It participants aroundpublic parks. participants talk followedby aone-hourwalkwith physicians togivea10 in Columbus.Theprogramarranges for nonprofit organizationheadquartered of Walk withaDoc,aninternational 40 awards.Sheistheonlypaid employee Under ofitsannualForty Magazine aspart professionals byColumbusBusinessFirst of promisingcentralOhioyoung ofthe21stclass was honoredaspart FelsenthalStephens’97 Kathryn musical, In the Heights. of Tony the Award winning secondin the national tour last year performing as Camila CA. Shespent also most of the AcademyFilm Angeles, inLos admissions for New the York is an associate director of Celina ClarichPolanco’98 t colleges early on, t collegesearlyon, ‑ minute health minute health y living Aaron Ramey ’98 played and burlesque; and a creative Angelina Poltavets Rejino ’02 is Karen Groves Estridge MSN’04 General Glossop and understudied consultant for Unique New a production assistant for graphic received her doctorate of nursing the lead roles and John Utterson York Productions, owned by design services at Associated practice from Case Western in the pre‑Broadway tour of Jekyll Mike Kirsch ’01. Students Inc. at California State Reserve University in May. & Hyde. University, Fullerton, CA. Donna Valput Hanly ’00 Amber Camarillo George ’04 Tim Morrison ’99 was was promoted to chief nurse Mark Holland ’03 is archivist at is media director at InnoVision, appointed pastor at First United executive for all Ohio Health the McKinley Presidential Library LLC, a marketing and Methodist Church, Elyria, OH. campuses. This is a newly and Museum, Canton, OH. advertising agency in San Diego. established senior leadership Elizabeth Minnich Saltzgiver position at Ohio Health. She Jennifer Jackson ’03 completed Carissa Hershey ’04 is ’99 recently completed The previously held the position of her doctorate degree in communications coordinator Next Generation of Leaders in chief nurse executive at Grant communication and received at Citizens for Humane Action the Arts fellowship program, Medical Center. a women and gender studies animal shelter, Columbus. She which is designed to help graduate certificate from the earned her master’s degree in middle managers foster and Ashley Palmer ’00 plays Haley University of Memphis in 2012. public administration with a cultivate leadership skills in in the independent feature film, She is currently employed focus on nonprofit management order to excel in higher‑level A Strange Brand of Happy. She by Middle Tennessee State, from the Keller Graduate arts administration. She is also appeared as a secretary in Murfreesboro, TN, in the speech School of Management/DeVry currently employed by Otterbein the fifth and sixth seasons of and theatre department. University in June. She is also as the audience services director AMC’s Mad Men. an academic support advisor in the Department of Theatre at Hondros College Nursing and Dance. Chasity Lambert ’01 is a child Program in Westerville. welfare caseworker at Franklin Jim Cooney ’00 is the County Children Services Now it’s easier than ever to submit your classnote! associate choreographer for in Columbus. She handles a Guys and Dolls at Great Lakes specialized caseload of 10 to Go online to: Theatre, which is directed 24 cases consisting of the most and choreographed by Dan sensitive and those of advanced www.otterbein.edu/classnotes Knechtges ’94. Cooney is difficulty. choreographer of the world Online forms are available to submit new jobs, family additions, Lindsay Chambers ’02 premiere Brazilian musical is awards and all of those other life changes. Photos can also Eramos Gays, running in performing in Forbidden be included, just follow the easy steps. Please remember that Salvador; artistic director Broadway Alive and Kicking, an photos used on the web may not be of good enough quality for and choreographer of MASQ, off‑Broadway show that has been print use. Photos should be high resolution, which means the a new annual masquerade spoofing Broadway seasons for shortest side should be at least 800 pixels long. event featuring circus, dance more than 25 years.
Rob Burk ’00 accepted a position Traci Meister ’04 is the with the United States Eventing founder and CEO of The Word Association, Leesburg, VA, as Movement, LLC, a literary and senior director of programs. He ministerial organization which will work with the CEO, board of encompasses her literary, vocal governors and other colleagues and ministry objectives. to expand the association’s competition programs and develop new programs.
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Andrea Brown ’99
Psychology Professor Integrates Culture and Diversity in Classroom by Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89 While an associate professor of psychology at start discussions and even choose particular s s n o t e s Montgomery College in Rockwell, MD, Andrea Brown ’99 documentaries that bring diversity into the classroom.
la used her own research to determine how to best teach Although she focuses on cultural research, other students who hail from 170 countries. She and her fellow areas of interest include religion and spirituality, and C professors had to learn how to “connect with students women’s studies. She has presented her findings at who are bringing in different values, religious beliefs and conferences across the country and has helped other educational experiences,” she noted. educators address classroom diversity. Recently, she Among other things, Brown researched culturally accepted a position in the Department of Human responsive teaching in psychology. “I looked at how we made Behavior at the College of Southern Nevada in Henderson, NV. our classrooms accessible, how we connected with the students After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from and how we integrated culture throughout all of the classes,” Otterbein, Brown went on to receive a master’s degree in counselor
Profile she said. education and a doctorate in counseling psychology from Arizona Brown found herself “bridging what I know about State University. It is Otterbein, however, that she considers “the best psychology and certain generalities about cultural differences springboard for my career. I couldn’t have this career and have kept with my educational knowledge” to develop assignments, this curiosity if it hadn’t been for my psychology professors.”
Aleesha Nash ’04 wrote and consultant/account executive at traveled to Baja, Costa Rica and Brandon Moss ’05 is a vocal performed her one‑woman play, Discover Financial Services in the Amazon. music teacher at Central Crossing Yours Truly, Vincent, based on Columbus. High School, Grove City, OH. the life and works of Vincent Chelsea Mahaffey ’05 is a grade Van Gogh. She performed Amanda Grear ’05 received school counselor in Brookville Robin Pertz ’05 earned her the play during the One Man her master of arts degree in City Schools, Brookville, OH. master’s degree in library and Talking New Works series at the teaching in biological sciences information science from Kent TADA Youth Theatre in New from Miami University, Oxford, Colette Masterson ’05 accepted State University in August. She is York City in March. OH, last fall. She was a member a position with Fisher College of working as a library technician of the second class of graduates Business in the undergraduate at the NASA Glenn Research Tracy Shroyer ’04 earned from the Global Field Program, leadership and engagement office Center in Cleveland. her doctorate degree in which brings together master’s at The Ohio State University. organization and management degree candidates, scientists, She will serve as the program Becca Zapor ’05 earned with a specialization in educators and community manager for student involvement. her master of business leadership from Capella leaders at key conservation sites She is also pursuing a doctorate administration degree from University, a national online around the globe. Since joining degree in higher education at Franklin University, Columbus, university, in January. She is a the program in 2010, she has Ohio University. in May.
Jessica Henning Derr ’05 was awarded the Shannon Towers Johnson ’98 (left) Air Force Association (AFA) Medal of Merit is the director of human resources at for the Great Lakes Region for outstanding Tween Brands, Inc., in New Albany, service. AFA is a nonprofit, independent, OH. Tween Brands provides fashion professional military and aerospace merchandise and accessories for education association whose mission is girls and boys ages 7-12. Claire to promote a dominant United States Air Tinkler ’09 is a web designer at Force and a strong national defense, and to Tween Brands, designing site and honor airmen and the Air Force heritage. email material.
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Jennifer Koehrsen ’01
Medical Researcher Wants to Better the Human Condition by Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89 Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it and guide others as I was guided.” In fact, Koehrsen’s has drawn Jennifer Koehrsen ’01 into a career responsibilities include overseeing the investigators and Profile she didn’t even know existed until she attended their work. She helps new researchers learn how to Otterbein. As a psychology major at Otterbein, she keep proper documentation and to follow regulations, began helping with research studies early in her and she ensures that all researchers are treating freshman year. After receiving a master’s degree patients ethically. “Our patients are doing us a favor by in social psychology from Ohio University, she enrolling in these trials,” she explains. “They never have continued in research but decided to move into the to enroll in a study. We owe it to them to make sure they medical field, which she finds “much more cut and dry, not as are being treated ethically. I focus on that with the physicians.” theoretical.” Although she has always been interested in the behavior According to Koehrsen, her professors at Otterbein of individuals and how it is influenced by external factors, she prepared her well for her current position as administrative particularly enjoys working in the medical field. “In medicine, director of interdisciplinary research and education at the you see more definitive results, discover any side effects and Allegheny Singer Research Institute in Pittsburgh. “I was potential benefits,” she noted. “You get to know the patients surprised to learn upon entering the medical field that and develop relationships. I like contributing to bettering their residents and physicians are expected to do research but they situations, especially oncology patients. I want to help in any often aren’t taught how,” she comments. “I turned out to be way that I can to develop new treatments to end suffering and to very well prepared for this path and as such, I’m able to teach better the human condition in general.”
Benjamin Garnett ’06 was Distinguished Service Medal the Chautauqua Symphony April issue of Campus Activities named Distinguished Honor after 20 years of service in the Orchestra in July. Programming, a publication of Graduate of the Advanced Ohio Army National Guard. the National Association for Leaders Course at the Mike Griffin ’08 is the director Campus Activities, entitled Non‑Commissioned Officers Lauren Kerekes MBA ’06 of major gifts at Wright State “Building Effective Partnerships (NCO) Academy, U.S. Army was the recipient of the 2012 University’s Medical School, in Programming.” In 2011-12, she School of Music, Little Creek, International Member of Dayton, OH. was named advisor of the year at VA. He is a trumpet player the Year Award from the IUPUI. She received her master’s and public affairs Non- Association of Women in the Peter Sichko ’08 is a senior degree in student affairs in higher Commissioned Officer In Metal Industries (AWMI) in RF/Inter-com technician for education from Miami University, Charge (NCOIC) for the 100th Nashville, TN, in November Maryland Sound International Oxford, OH, where she was Army Band and has earned his 2012. The award is the highest (MSI), a live audio production outstanding graduate advisor in 9V (vocalist) and C1 rating, the honor awarded by AWMI; company in the Washington, 2009-10. highest proficiency rating an members are nominated and D.C., area. He assisted with Army musician can achieve. selected by their peers for all aspects of the presidential Lindsay Draper Marks ’09 exemplifying the association’s inauguration at the Capitol last was promoted to team lead David Hard ’06 was promoted goals of education, mentoring, January, primarily responsible officer for Huntington Banks, to trust examiner at the Federal networking and growth. for the RF/Inter-com for the Columbus. Deposit Insurance Corporation, ceremony. Lexington, KY, in March. He Nick Kiger ’06 is the donor Micaela Coleman ’10 is the earned his master of business relations director for The Jillian Van Auken ’08 is legislative correspondent/press administration degree from Salvation Army in central Ohio. coordinator for student activities assistant to Congresswoman Columbia Southern University, at Indiana University-Purdue Joyce Beatty OH‑03 in Orange Beach, AL, in June Jon Jurgens ’07 sang La donna University Indianapolis. She Washington, D.C. 2012 and was awarded the Ohio e mobile from Rigoletto with published an article in the
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Katherina Nikzad-Terhune ’03
Clinical Practice Focuses on Working with Caregivers by Kim Schomburg Nagorski ’89 A psychology major, Katherina Nikzad-Terhune research has centered on the differences between s s n o t e s ’03 paid her way through Otterbein by working in these two. “I found that those who had a gradual
la the Alzheimer’s and dementia unit at a local nursing entry reported better outcomes down the road — home. She became fascinated by the disease and how less depression, less overload — versus those who C it affected not only the patients but their families. In fact, experienced an abrupt entry. Having a gradual her thesis in the honors program studied interventions for entry may serve as a buffering effect. There is time the disease. She went on to the University of Kentucky to to mobilize resources and to become accustomed to receive a master’s degree in social work and a doctorate the role.” in gerontology with a focus on Alzheimer’s. When she works with caregivers in her Currently, she has her own clinical practice in practice, she uses her research to help them cope Lexington, KY, where she counsels family caregivers, among with grief issues. “There are new losses all the time,” she notes. other patients. An adjunct professor in the College of Social “Caregivers tend to grieve each loss as it occurs. The grieving Work at the University of Kentucky, Nikzad-Terhune’s own process is different than in other situations. Sometimes caregivers Profile research focuses on the onset of caregiving for Alzheimer’s don’t know why they feel relief when the patient dies.” Nikzad- patients. “I became interested in that piece when I was in Terhune helps them alleviate their stress and make difficult graduate school,” she commented. “I began to recognize that decisions and provides them with useful resources. there are a lot of mental health issues involved with caregiving. She plans to follow up her findings by developing a It is a very stressful, very demanding role.” formal measure for caregiving onset. “It is important that we “Some caregivers,” she continues, “enter in a gradual recognize it so we can identify caregivers who may be at risk way, while others become a caregiver overnight.” Her later on,” she concludes.
David Dziedzicki ’10 is the head Eric Folks ’10 performed in Charlotte Halliday ’10 Randi Honkonen ’10 is a athletic trainer at Worthington columbinus at the American is senior special project marketing and communications Kilbourne High School, Theatre Company, Chicago, IL. manager at treetree, a brand specialist at The Ohio State Worthington, OH. He recently The production was a world communications agency in University’s Office of the Chief co‑authored an article, “Alcohol premiere, debuting the show’s Columbus. She is the liaison to Information Officer. Consumption Behaviors Among new third act. He is also a the client, with tasks including Collegiate Athletes,” published member of The Bats, the resident planning, communications and Kolby Kindle ’10 is currently in the International Journal of acting company at the Flea copywriting. touring the U.S. and Japan in Athletic Therapy and Training. Theatre in Tribeca in New York the musical Dreamgirls playing City dedicated to producing new the role of Marty. and challenging works.
Sarah Jenney ’10 earned her La’Rez Wilson ’11 is a master of business administration community service coordinator degree with a certificate in health for the Community Service Office care management from Middle at Washington University in St. Tennessee State University, Louis. He received his master’s Murfreesboro, TN. She recently degree in higher education and accepted a position with OhioHealth student affairs from the University at the Westerville Medical Campus. of Connecticut in June.
32 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Jihad Milhem ’10 appeared in Jayme Detweiler ’11 is the
The Office of Institutional Advancement welcomes two new Giving Philadelphia Artist Collective’s social media manager and Note directors of donor relations to their team. Kate Billy and production of Timon of Athens associate editor at Delta Gamma Juliana Sinclair are excited to be part of the Otterbein followed by EgoPo Theatre Fraternity executive offices, community. Company’s production of Uncle Columbus. Delta Gamma Tom’s Cabin. He co‑produced is one of the nation’s oldest Andrea Keil ’12 opened Sarah Myers ’12 was his first full‑length play, Mosque, women’s fraternities. While Music Makers Piano Studio, highlighted in Columbus the story of a father and son managing the fraternity’s social offering lessons to students Business First Magazine for her living in New York City during media platforms and creating of all ages. She is pursuing a work in social media. She is the summer of 2010 amid the videos and slideshows, she also master’s degree in music history a public relations specialist at controversy of a mosque being writes, edits and designs for the while working as a teaching Baker Creative in Columbus. built near Ground Zero. quarterly alumnae magazine. assistant at Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH. Jake Robinson ’12 is currently Jasmine Thomas ’10 works Eli Inkrot ’11 is working with seen on the CW Network with Homeport Community the Ohio Public Employees Catherine Kerber ’12 interned drama, The Carrie Diaries, in Life’s AmeriCorps Program, Retirement Service, Columbus. for the Fulbright Commission the role of Bennett Wilcox. formerly Columbus Housing He earned his master’s degree in at their London office. As part Since moving to New York Partnership. finance from the University of of her internship, she helped City, he has had roles on NBC’s Tampa, FL, in December. plan the annual USA College Smash; Showtime’s Timmy Two Todd Thomas ’10 is the Day, where students wishing Chins; an indie film, Long Shot assistant director of student Heather Weekley ’11 was to study in the U.S. come to Louie; and feature film, Old 37. activities and campus events awarded second place in the meet exhibitors representing for fraternity and sorority life magazine general features American universities. Kristen Sapp ’12 is the office at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical category of the Press Club of and communications manager University in Daytona Beach, Cleveland’s 2013 Ohio Excellence JP Lococo ’12 is an account at the Columbus Apartment FL. He earned his master of in Journalism Awards for her executive for the Columbus Association, Columbus. education degree in college article “Etsy Moms: Checking Crew, the Major League Soccer student personnel from Ohio in with Columbus’ Craftiest franchise in Columbus. Sarah Degen ’13 is teaching first University in May. Mothers,” which appeared in grade at Pointview Elementary the December 2012 issue of Derrick McPeak ’12 taught School, Westerville. Sandra Vojta ’10 is the head Columbus Parent Magazine. She the Properties for the Theatre tailor for NBC’s The Blacklist is the assistant editor at Capital course at Otterbein this past Taylor Harle ’13 is teaching and for the fifth season of USA Style Magazine and Columbus spring, while freelancing as math at Newark Catholic High Network’s White Collar. She was Parent Magazine, published by a props master at Columbus School, Newark, OH. also the head tailor for NBC’s The Columbus Dispatch. Children’s Theatre. He returned Smash. When time allows, to the Utah Shakespeare Festival Carla Remy ’13 is a certified she freelances doing costume Shayna Gabrielle ’12 was in May for his second season as licensure examiner with the rebuilds for Broadway shows. on the equity national tour of a props artisan. State of Ohio. • Martha Speaks, produced by Barbara Bednarczuk ’11 TheaterWorks USA, playing the Melissa Moomaw ’12 is working performed the role of Eponine role of Martha. in the emergency room at Grant in Les Misérables at the Utah Hospital, Columbus. Shakespeare Festival in Mark Hogan ’12 is an account summer and fall. She was in executive with the New York Mets. the ensemble of the national
Thanks to YOU! Giving touring company of Spamalot Jordan Hussey ’12 is a Note The Office of Institutional Advancement wants to and returned to Utah this fall manager at Apple’s Legacy thank all our loyal donors who made October 2013 to perform in The Marvelous Village store in Cleveland. the second largest cash month in the past 52 months Wonderettes. of giving at Otterbein.
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compiled by Becky Hill May ’78 Stacy Pintar ’96 with groom, Jason Mantey. Bill Reid ’76 with bride, Pam Powell ’93 Marriages Ashley Palmer ’00 Maribeth Bartus. with groom, John Bill Reid ’76 to Maribeth with groom, Aaron Mahaney. Bartus, March 23, 2013. Wadsworth.
Pam Powell ’93 to John Mahaney, June 15, 2013.
Stacy Pintar ’96 to Jason Mantey, Sept. 10, 2011.
Ashley Palmer ’00 to Aaron Jess Medors ’06 Wadsworth, Oct. 7, 2012. with groom, Drew Yootapoom Timam Danielle Miller ’01 with Nikki Boeshansz ’02 Laughlin ’06. MBA ’05 with bride, groom, Chad Weeks. with groom, William Danielle Miller ’01 to Chad Olesya Sosedenko Culbertson ’00. Weeks, Sept. 30, 2012. Bridesmaids ’06, MBA ’09. included Kim Cooksey ’01, Maryanne Wheeler Souder Olesya Sosedenko ’06, MBA Beth Williams ’08 to Julian included Eryn Kane ’10, ’01 and Kathleen Whittman ’09 to Yootapoom Timam Joy, July 22, 2011. The wedding Morgan Reeves ’10, Thespina Wheeler ’01. MBA ’05, Dec. 28, 2012. The party included maid of honor, Christulides ’11, Tom Hough matron of honor was Andria Erica Wilkins ’08; bridesmaids, ’10, Kerry Bouffioux ’08, Nikki Boeshansz ’02 to Dorsten Ebert ’10. Lydia Hayes ’07 and Laura Travis Matson ’11, Tyler William Culbertson ’00, Douce ’07. Hempleman ’07 and Drew March 23, 2013. Amy Feller ’07 to Jason Conley ’10. George ’08, Oct. 9, 2010. The Megan Miller ’09 to Jason Angela Goranites ’05 to George wedding party included Ashley Stein, Aug. 11, 2012. Danielle Vickers ’10 to Ryan Nicolopoulou, May 25, 2013. Ansley Michel ’07, Bethany Beltz, June 1, 2013. Bridesmaids Trapp Harrelson ’07, John Amanda Pizzi ’09 to Dustin were Ashley Suffel Zvansky Jess Medors ’06 to Drew Seals ’09, Tyler Hempleman Mesch, July 6, 2013. The ’08, Shaylyn Webster ’11 and Laughlin ’06, Oct. 19, 2012. ’07 and Matthew Fields ’09. wedding party included Niki Reese ’10. The wedding party included Anthony Pizzi ’11, Ashley Katie Shirley Sarver ’06, Stefanie Campbell ’08 Broughton Pizzi ’12 and Andrea Weekly ’12 to David Emily Wood ’06, Travis to Trey Ragase, June 22, Andrea Johnson ’10. Bardsley, Aug. 25, 2012. The Armstrong ’07, Libby 2013. Bridesmaids included wedding party included Hoffman ’07 and Grant Stephanie Houck Carmean Laura Camarillo ’10 to Tyson Kailee Miller ’12, Melissa Christy ’06. Dr. Paul Laughlin, ’08, Laura Waddle Weade Dennis ’11, June 9, 2012. Buschmann ’12 and Olivia retired Otterbein religion ’08 and Abby English ’08. Pierce ’12. professor and father of the Proud father of the bride is Elizabeth Freshley ’10 to groom, officiated. Scott Campbell ’76. Stephen Coy ’08, April 13, 2013. The bridal party
34 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Dustin Mesch with bride, Amanda Pizzi ’09, and wedding party. Jason Stein with bride, Megan Miller ’09. Amy Feller ’07 with Stefanie Campbell ’08 Beth Williams ’08 with groom, Jason George ’08. with groom, Trey Ragase. groom, Julian Joy.
Kelly Krieger ’12 with groom, Sean Kavlick ’11, and friends. Elizabeth Freshley ’10 with groom, Stephen Coy ’08, Jessica Conley ’13 and wedding party. Danielle Vickers ’10 Andrea Weekly ’12 with groom, Sean with groom, Ryan with groom, David Stimmel. Beltz. Bardsley.
Kelly Krieger ’12 to Sean Additions Dec. 27, 2012. He joins Maureen Bourke Yanik ’97 Kavlick ’11, June 22, 2013. The Amy Baldwin Foster ’90 and identical twin brothers, Daniel and husband, Pete, a daughter, wedding party included husband, Robert, a son, Jack and Thomas, 3. Anna Viola, Nov. 30, 2012. She Shaylynn Cain ’13, Ashlee Tristen, May 30, 2010, and joins big sister, Gretchen. Smith ’13, Gina Jones ’13, adopted Feb. 14, 2013. He joins Tacci Smith ’94 and partner, Rachael Youmans ’14, big brother, Joel, 4. Carla Presnell, a daughter, Heidi Betts‑Spiers ’98 and Jayme Detweiler ’11, Laura Isabella Dawn, Nov. 14, 2012. husband, Scott, a daughter, Chenos ’12, Cody Horstman Brian Lower ’90 and wife, Morgan Olivia, April 3, 2013. ’11, Ryan Crowell ’11, Nick Linda, twins, a daughter, Kim Greenwood Franczek She joins big sister, Allison, 5. Bowman ’09 and Ryan Audrey, and a son, Zachary, ’95 and husband, Joby, a Patingale ’14. March 28, 2013. daughter, Katelynn Louise, June Josh Funk ’98 and wife, 22, 2012. She joins big brothers, Kara, a daughter, Eden Jean Jessica Conley ’13 to Sean Jim Jones ’93 and wife, Nicholas, 12, and Donovan, 8. Elizabeth, March 9, 2013. She Stimmel, June 9, 2013. Deanna, a son, David Conrad, joins siblings Lydia, 10; Isaac, 6; Darcie Gribler D’Ascenzo ’97 Micah, 4 and Phoebe, 2. and husband, Rocco ’97, a Send your wedding and baby photos with accompanying daughter, Stella Ellen, July 22, 2012. Shantel Weinsheimer ’99 and information by email to: She joins big sisters Mia, Marlo husband, Grant, a son, Finn [email protected] and Celia Joy. Proud grandparents Ellsworth Blouse, Feb. 8, 2013. are Becky Lust Gribler ’67 and He joins big sister, Maya. Mike Gribler ’69. or go to: www.otterbein.edu/classnotes
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 35 ’90 ’93 ’94 Zachary and Audrey Lower David Conrad Jones with big Isabella Dawn Presnell-Smith ’90 ’97 brothers Daniel and Thomas Jack Tristen Foster Stella Ellen D’Ascenzo with big brother, Joel
’98 ’98 ’99 ’00 Morgan Olivia Betts-Spiers ’97 Eden Jean Elizabeth Funk Finn Ellsworth Blouse Brenden Hedges with big sister, with big sister, Maya Brookelynn Anna Viola Yanik with big sister, Gretchen
’02 Gabriel Eric Lloyd ’02 ’03 ’04 Anabelle Elise Walker Xavier Josiah Michaela Elizabeth ’02 with big sister, Amelia Downey Potts Courtney Cave
’05 ’05 ’06 Olivia Grace Cinereski ’05 Blake Edward Van Dresser with Haddie Reese Hunter Norah Nichole ’04 big sister, Aubrie Robertson Adley Ann Staten
’07 ’07 ’08 ’12 Cyrus Jackson Arcaba Ava Jeanne Griffin Cameron Thomas Smith Brennen Douglas Bardsley
36 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Tracy Blaine Hedges ’00 and Marci Timmons Robertson ’05 the West Virginia Council of Alberta MacKenzie Messmer husband, John, a son, Brenden, and husband, Mark, a daughter, Churches. She was preceded ’40 passed away Feb. 14, 2013. Feb. 2, 2012. He joins big sister, Norah Nichole, Jan. 10, 2013. in death by her husband, Paul, She worked as the reference Brookelynn. She joins big sister, Zoe, 3. in 1983. She is survived by two librarian and later director children, eight grandchildren, of the Courtright Memorial Jennifer Eckert Schroeder Jill Ciersezwski Van Dresser 18 great‑grandchildren and two Library for 33 years. She was ’01 and husband, Dave, a son, ’05 and husband, Frank, a son, great‑great‑grandchildren. preceded in death by father, Alexander, Jan. 29, 2013. He Blake Edward, March 25, 2012. Jesse Engle ’1914; husbands, joins big brothers, Andrew, 8, He joins big sister, Aubrie. Lorena Kundert Eley ’37 Arthur MacKenzie and Charles and William, 5; and big sister, passed away March 7, 2013. Messmer ’40; son, James Lauren, 2. Amy Reser Hunter ’06 She was organist at Aley United MacKenzie ’68; siblings, Robert and husband, Richie ’05, a Methodist Church, Beavercreek, Engle ’48 and Bonita Engle Carla Stauffer Cave ’02, and daughter, Haddie Reese, Jan. 8, OH, for more than 30 years. She Burtner ’33; Bonita’s husband, husband, Ryan ’02, a daughter, 2013. was preceded in death by her Edwin Burtner ’33 and cousin, Courtney, Oct. 23, 2012. husband, Roberick Eley ’38, Janet Roberts Fleck ’47. Kourtney Kocel Arcaba ’07 and one son. She is survived by She is survived by daughters, Eric Lloyd ’02 and wife, Amy, a and husband, Chad, a son, two sons, five grandchildren Carol MacKenzie Kruger son, Gabriel Eric, May 9, 2013. Cyrus Jackson, March 23, 2013. and 13 great‑grandchildren. ’70, Barbara MacKenzie Campbell ’71 and Marilyn Heidi Solt Walker ’02 and Carly Shugarman Griffin Ernest Fritsche ’38 passed MacKenzie Vilums ’73; nine husband, John, a daughter, ’07 and husband, Mike ’08, a away June 10, 2013. He was grandchildren, including Anabelle Elise, Oct. 17, 2012. daughter, Ava Jeanne, Jan.10, a veteran of the U.S. Army Michelle MacKenzie Foster She joins big sister, Amelia. 2013. She joins big sister, Lily, 2. Corps of Engineers. He was a ’02; eight great‑grandchildren; nationally recognized builder four stepchildren, including Cynthia King Downey ’03 Grant Smith ’08, a son, and developer, pioneering Kathleen Messmer Althoff ’63 and husband, Aron, a son, Cameron Thomas, Dec. 31, affordable single-family housing and Charles Messmer Jr. ’66 Xavier Josiah, Feb. 12, 2013. 2012. in central Ohio with the “sweat and great‑nephew, Christopher equity” option as credit toward Hollern ’15. Mark Lastivka ’04 and wife, Andrea Weekly Bardsley ’12 a down payment. Thanks to his Jessica, a son, Mason Andrew, and husband, David, a son, generosity, the Fritsche Theatre Ethel Lawyer Shaw ‘40 passed Aug. 14, 2012. Brennen Douglas, March 28, at Otterbein was dedicated in away March 28, 2013. 2013. 2005. He is survived by his wife, Sara Yund Potts ’04 and Neva; three children, including Ruth Clifford Davis ’41 passed husband, Brian ’04, a daughter, Deaths Nevalyn Fritsche Nevil ’71; away Dec. 31, 2012. Michaela Elizabeth, July 25, Alberta Corwin Gruver ’31 six grandchildren; four great- 2012. passed away Feb. 7, 2013, at the grandchildren; sister, Marie Martha Williams McFeeley age of 103. She was active in Fritsche Wilson ’64; sister- ’42 passed away Jan. 29, Jennifer Reiff Staten ’04 and partnership with her husband in-law, Beulah Rammelsberg 2013. She was a teacher in the husband, John ’07, a daughter, in the ministries of the United Fritsche ’49 and relative Milwaukee Public Schools until Adley Ann, Nov. 14, 2012. Brethren/Evangelical United Deborah Shuey Grove ’75. her retirement 30 years ago. Brethren churches in Virginia She was preceded in death by Andrew Yeager ’04, and wife, and West Virginia. She was Fay Hedding Burgener ’39 her husband, Robert McFeeley Lisa, a son, Nathaniel Brock, invited by President John passed away Jan. 12, 2013. ’40, sisters-in-law, Gladys April 27, 2013. Kennedy to participate in Before her retirement, she McFeeley Funkhouser ’38 and discussions at the White House worked as a lab technician, Esther McFeeley Crow ’43; Tracy Marsh Cinereski ’05 addressing the civil rights most recently at LabCorp in and brothers-in-law, Gerald and husband, Jared, a daughter, issues of the day. In 1986, she Columbus. She is survived McFeeley ’33 and James Olivia Grace, June 26, 2012. received the Certificate of Merit by two children and one McFeeley ’36. She is survived for Distinguished Service from granddaughter. by her three children, including
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 37 Marybeth McFeeley Bowman death by his wife of 67 years, Warren Bale ’47 passed She was preceded in death by her ’70; two grandchildren; three Betty Orr Wells ’43, and away April 29, 2013. He was husband, Joe. She is survived by great-grandchildren and daughter, Judith Wells Baker retired from Farmers Home her children, Joe Subich ’76 and nephew, Gerald McFeeley ’62. ’69. He is survived by three Administration and was actively his wife, Kay Crist Subich ’76, children; six grandchildren; one farming until recent years. He David Subich ’76, Sue Subich Blanche Baker Dohn ’43 great‑grandson; sisters‑in‑law, was preceded in death by his ’78 and Polly Subich ’81;
e s t o n epassed s away April 24, 2013. Anna Mary Orr Fisher ’47, sister, Lillian Bale Roof ’42. He five grandchildren; one great- l i She was a booth announcer Dorothy Orr South ’49, and is survived by his wife, Phyllis; grandson and sisters, Pauline at radio station WCOL before Ruth Orr Rehfus ’52 and niece, sister, Anna Bale Weber ’49; Hockett Scherrer ’48 and Hazel M teaching third and fourth Mary Ann Fisher Herd ’71. brother, Weyland Bale ’43; Hockett Burkholder ’51. grades at Emerson and three sons; one daughter; Whittier Elementary Schools Gwendolyn Blum Garrison 20 grandchildren; and 13 Jeanette Elliott Boughan ’48 in Westerville, and later, third ’46 passed away July 6, 2013. great‑grandchildren. passed away Nov. 12, 2012. grade at The Plains Elementary She was a cadet nurse, scout She worked at The Lima News, School, The Plains, OH. In 2001, leader and a former president Norma Fiscus Beatty ’47 Lima, OH. She was preceded in a charter school for troubled of the Montgomery County passed away April 14, 2013. death by her husband, Gerald. youth with substance abuse Medical Auxiliary. She was She was an instructional She is survived by four children problems, Dohn Community preceded in death by her and library assistant in the and seven grandchildren. High School in Cincinnati, husband, George Garrison Columbus Public Schools. was named in her honor. She ’43 and one grandson. She is She was preceded in death by Leo Jamison ’48 passed away was preceded in death by her survived by her three children, her husband, James. She is April 19, 2013. He was a veteran husband, Norman Dohn ’43. including Nancy Garrison survived by seven children, of the U.S. Army, serving in She is survived by two daughters Howley ’73; five grandchildren 15 grandchildren and 18 Belgium and Germany as a first and two grandchildren. and three great-grandchildren. great‑grandchildren. lieutenant in a rifle company. He retired from Bethlehem Steel in Robert Penn ’43 passed away Ann Gotschall Nelson ’46 Marion Chase ’47 passed away Johnstown, PA. He is survived by April 25, 2011. He was a veteran passed away Jan. 24, 2013. She May 2, 2013. He was a veteran his wife of 63 years, Mary “Skip” of World War II, serving in the was a member of the Sunbury, of the U.S. Air Force serving in Ickes Jamison ’49; three sons Counter Intelligence Corp. He OH, Historical Society and the Air Transport Command and four grandchildren. was employed by Gulf Oil, now enjoyed the history of railroads during World War II. He was Chevron, for 22 years working and canals. She is survived by dean of students at Otterbein, Donald Jenkins ’48 passed away in Europe, South America and two sons, two grandchildren 1950-1964. He taught speech March 3, 2012. He was a financial the Middle East. He is survived and two step‑grandchidren. and theatre at the College of planner and music director. He by his wife, Claudine; one son; DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL, and was preceded in death by his two grandchildren and one Nancy Ewing Askins ’47 mentored members of the wife of 53 years, Virginia, and great‑granddaughter. passed away June 13, 2013. She Second City Comedy Troupe. one sister. He is survived by worked for the Ohio Bureau of He was preceded in death by his three children; 10 grandchildren; Thomas Wells ’44 passed away Bridges for 31 years. She was wife, Jean Unger Chase ’43. five great‑grandchildren; four April 7, 2013. He was a veteran the first woman graduate of The He is survived by two children, siblings, including Darleen of the U.S. Army serving as a Ohio State University School of five grandchildren and six Jenkins Long ’56, Kenneth physician during World War II. Aeronautical Engineering. She great-grandchildren. Jenkins ’57, Phyllis Jenkins After the war, he began a private was preceded in death by her Heitz ’61 and Otterbein practice in Ohio, eventually husband of 35 years, Paul. She Ruth Hockett Subich ’47 faculty member, Jerry Jenkins; working for the Veteran’s is survived by three children, passed away July 18, 2013. She sister‑in‑law, Carol Svensson Administration in Washington, including Rebecca Askins was co-owner of the Plymouth Jenkins ’88 and niece, Judith D.C. He was appointed by Potts ’76; six grandchildren and Lexington Laudromats Jenkins SanSocie ’84. President Eisenhower to serve and 10 great-grandchildren. and Olympic Footware, and on the Board of Veterans’ was a sales consultant for John Ruyan ’48 passed away Appeals. He was preceded in Longaberger Basket Company. June 16, 2013. He was a veteran
38 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 of the U.S. Army serving in the Seiple ’75 and Carol Corbin she taught third grade at Main in 1982 after teaching in the 314th FA Battalion under Gen. Wilcox ’77. Street Elementary School in Communications Department George Patton. While in the 80th North Syracuse, NY, for 20 for 18 years. He was preceded Infantry Division, he was awarded Mildred Worth Harris ’49 years. She is survived by one in death by his wife, Eleanor, the Bronze Star. He was owner passed away Feb. 4, 2011. She daughter. and daughter, Sharon Swank of J and G Sales, a fireworks taught kindergarten and third Twarek ’60. He is survived by business. He was instrumental grade in the Summit Public Jack Rees ’50 passed away two daughters. in bringing youth baseball to the Schools in New Jersey from 1967 June 11, 2013. He was a veteran Westerville area. He was preceded to 1984. She was preceded in of the U.S. Navy, serving during Edward Cherryholmes ’54 in death by his wife of 67 years, death by her husband, Ken Harris World War II and the Korean passed away Jan. 17, 2013. He Rosemary McGee Runyan ’50. She is survived by four War. He was inducted into the was a retired United Methodist ’41; sister in law, Esther Scott children; seven grandchildren; Otterbein Athletic Hall of Fame minister who served churches McGee ’47; brothers in law, two great‑grandchildren and and the Ohio Fast Pitch Hall of in Ohio, Michigan and Texas John McGee ’38 and Roger sister‑in‑law, Jacquelyn Burrage Fame. He was preceded in death for more than 43 years. He McGee ’48. He is survived by Harris ’47. by his wife of 66 years, Verna. was the author of Eyewitness four children, including Rebecca He is survived by three children to History, a book about the Ruyan Groseclose ’69 and Charles Locke ’49 passed away and six grandchildren. Kennedy assassination, and a Robert Ruyan Bonham ’96; April 2, 2012. He was preceded newspaper column, Perspectives. eight grandchildren, including in death by his wife, Marian Forrest Schar ’50 passed away He is survived by his wife of Daniel Grosclose ’03, Jennifer Thorpe Locke ’47. He is Jan. 22, 2013. He was a veteran 34 years, Eleanor; one son; two Groseclose Koval ’03 and Kim survived by three children. of the U.S. Army, serving in Italy stepchildren; six grandchildren Groseclose Allen ’05 and four during World War II, where he and three great‑grandchildren. great-grandchildren. Herbert Bean ’50 passed away earned a Purple Heart. He had Aug. 16, 2013. He was a veteran a private veterinary practice in Barbara Seabrook Cole ’54 Robert Belt ’49 passed away of the U.S. Navy, serving as a Belle Center, OH, then worked passed way Feb. 19, 2013. She Jan. 27, 2013. lieutenant junior grade in the for the Ohio Department retired from Westerville City U.S. Medical Corps. He was of Agriculture as a state Schools after teaching for 25 Donald Butler ’49 passed away an anesthesiologist, spending veterinarian. He is survived by his years. She is survived by her March 9, 2011. much of his career at Riverside wife, Mary Mikesell Schar ’47; husband of 58 years, William Hospital in Columbus, four children, including John Cole ’54; four children; Bob Corbin ’49 passed away including a term as chief of the Schar ’70; nine grandchildren 11 grandchildren and four Feb. 22, 2013. He was a veteran department, 1976-1979, and and 18 great‑grandchildren. great‑grandchildren. of the U.S. Army, enlisting in as first medical director of the 1944. He was a prisoner of war in Riverside Ambulatory Surgery Harry Sherman ’50 passed Robert Eschbach ’54 passed Germany for four months until Center, 1978-1983. He was away March 31, 2013. He away Jan. 22, 2013. He was his escape. His book, Captured, preceded in death by siblings, practiced pediatric medicine a minister in the EUB and is based on that experience. He Janice Bean Hahn ’42 and in Fresno, CA, for 25 years. He United Methodist Churches, was the owner and president of Harry Bean ’43. He is survived was the chief of staff at Valley a community mental health Foodcraft Management Corp., by his wife of 57 years, Lois Children’s Hospital for four years. professional and an administrator operating several restaurants in Brockman Bean ’61; children, He taught biology at Otterbein and advocate for the blind and Ohio. He was elected to the Ohio Jayne Bean Stack ’81, before finishing his medical visually impaired as the assistant House of Representatives in 1977 Barbara Bean Rockwell ’84 degree in 1966. He is survived by director of Bureau of Services and served for 24 years. He was and James Bean ’94; his wife, his wife, Ruth, and one son. for the Visually Impaired for the preceded in death by sister‑in‑law, Rose Boltz Bean ’82 and seven State of Ohio. He was preceded Ellen Coleman Peters ’50, and grandchildren. John Swank ’53 passed away in death by his father, Carl brother‑in‑law, Calvin Peters Feb. 3, 2013. He was a veteran Eschbach ’26; uncle, Joseph ’51. He is survived by his wife Virginia Woodworth Raynor of the U.S. Navy serving during Eschbach ’24; siblings, James of 65 years, Edith Peters Corbin ’50 passed away Aug. 19, 2012. World War II. He retired from Eschbach ’58 and Margaret ’49, and daughters, Lynn Corbin Before her retirement in 1983, the University of Indianapolis Eschbach Freeman ’50 and
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 39 cousin, Joseph Eschbach ’55. He served as a member of four veteran of the U.S. Navy. He Miamisburg, OH. He is survived He is survived by his wife of 53 boards of trustees, including retired from Country Mark, by his wife of 45 years, Phyllis; two years, Patricia; two children, Otterbein. He is survived by his and was previously employed children and three grandchildren. including Mary Eschbach wife of 35 years, Roberta; three by Otterbein and Battelle Cunningham ’81; two daughters, including Kristine Memorial Institute. He was Beverly Easterday Krall ’60 grandchildren; nieces, Gretchen Zagray Galitza ’80; four preceded in death by his wife, passed away March 9, 2013.
e s t o n eFreeman s Hargis ’77 and stepchildren; 10 grandchildren Ellen. He is survived by two She taught high school English l i Karen Freeman Sewell ’79 and and five great-grandchildren. sons, three grandchildren and and literature for many years in nephew, David Freeman ’83. one great‑granddaughter. Chicago before her retirement. M Janice Slaybaugh Autenrieth She is survived by many cousins. Clyde Trumbull ’54 passed ’55 passed away Feb. 17, 2013. Harry Warren III ’58 passed away May 2, 2013. He was a She taught high school English in away Nov. 13, 2011. He was J. William Schweitzer ’60 veteran of the U.S. Army. He Ohio for six years before moving a graduate of Eastern Baptist passed away Feb. 25, 2012. He taught and coached baseball in to Arizona. With the opening of Theological Seminary. In addition was a veteran of the U.S. Army several schools in Ohio before Coronado High School in the to pastorates in New York, Reserves. He retired as director retiring as an administrator in Scottsdale City School (SCS) Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and of risk management for Cracker the Columbus Public Schools. system in 1962, she began a Virginia, he was a prison chaplain Barrel Old Country Store in He was preceded in death by two 27-year career with SCS. She is and a hospice chaplain until 2004. He is survived by his wife, wives, Patricia and Sandy, and survived by one brother. his retirement in 2010. He was Michelle; three daughters and a daughter. He is survived by preceded in death by his sister, four grandchildren. two sons, three stepdaughters, Virginia Hill Keim ’55 passed Cynthia Warren David ’62. one granddaughter, six away March 19, 2013. She He is survived by his wife of 52 Joseph Glick ’61 passed away step‑grandchildren and one was active in her community years, Elinor; two sons; seven March 12, 2013. He was a great‑grandson. throughout her lifetime, including grandchildren; and brother‑in‑law, veteran of the U.S. Army serving the Federated Church, Chagrin Charles David ’63. in Korea. He taught in the Ned Woolums ’54 passed away Falls, OH, and Philanthropic special education department April 18, 2013. He was a veteran Educational Organization Robert Dinkelacker ’59 at Groveport Madison Schools of the U.S. Army, serving in Sisterhood. She was preceded passed away March 13, 2013. before his retirement in 1987. He Korea and Japan. He served as in death by her parents, Evelyn He is survived by wife, Rosalie assisted in the development of the teacher, guidance counselor and Darling Hill ’21 and Ross Hill Yarman ’59; two daughters; one Frank Museum of Art when it school psychologist in Versailles, ’24, and her husband of 49 years, son; and four grandchildren. was donated to Otterbein in 1999, OH; Southwestern School Ronald Keim ’55. She is survived as well as donating items from his District in Grove City, OH; by three children and three Robert Tharp ’59 passed away private collection. He is survived and in Belmont, Harrison and grandchildren. March 25, 2013. He was a teacher, by one niece and two nephews. Jefferson counties of Ohio. He is coach and principal in the Licking survived by his wife of nearly 50 Richard Pettibone ’55 passed County, OH, public schools for Bob Hart ’61 passed away Feb. years, Jean Ann; three children away May 24, 2011. He spent 46 years and principal of Licking 3, 2013. He is survived by his and six grandchildren. more than 60 years in ministry. Valley Junior High School for wife of 52 years, Helen; one He is survived by his wife, Eunice 27 years. He assisted in writing son; one daughter and four Allan Zagray ’54 passed away Jones Pettibone ’54; daughter, a book entitled, A Bicentennial grandchildren. April 29, 2013. He served as Ruth Pettibone ’85; one son; History of Licking County, Ohio pastoral leader in Evangelical two grandchildren; as well as his 1808‑2008. He is survived by his Terry Ater ’64 passed away Feb. United Brethren and United Japanese son and his children. wife, Reta; three daughters and 7, 2013. He taught for 45 years Methodist congregations in four grandchildren. beginning at Circleville Junior Michigan, Illinois and numerous Donald Edwards ‘56 passed away High School, followed by J.A. locations in Ohio. Following his May 29, 2013 in Dayton, OH. Earl Johns ’60 passed away Smith Middle School, Circleville, retirement in 1996, he served in March 12, 2013. He worked for OH, and Westfall High School, a consulting ministry capacity Walter Will ’57 passed 39 years as a radio‑chemist at Williamsport, OH. He continued in the East Ohio Conference. away Feb. 13, 2013. He was a the Miamisburg Mound Lab, to substitute after his retirement.
40 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 He is survived by his wife, Mary Alan Beckwith ’70 passed She is survived by her husband, portraits, still lifes and local Ellen; four children and five away Dec. 13, 2012. He worked John; son, Brian; daughter, Amy stories for The Delaware grandchildren. as a manager for the Jefferson Feller George ’07; son-in-law, Gazette. He is survived by his Milling Company, a business Jason George ’08; brothers, wife, Susan; four children, Cherry Wicks Jeong ’64 he had been associated with Fred Wolfe ’68 and Tom including Jennifer Bargar passed away May 13, 2013. She since he was a youth. He is Wolfe ’77; niece, Sara Wolfe Rutherford ’05 and two was a retired elementary teacher survived by his wife, Deborah; Hastings ’02; nephew, Brent grandchildren. with the State of Hawaii. She is three children and three Wolfe ’06 and relative, Marylee survived by her husband of 46 grandchildren. Warner Llewellyn ’68. Kathleen Ronan Pester ’75 years, David; one son and two passed away Jan. 18, 2013. She granddaughters. Sharon Yunker Hannah ’70 James Fogg ’72 passed away is survived by four daughters passed away Jan. 31, 2013. She June 11, 2013. He retired from and four grandchildren. Pat Sliver Moore ’64 passed retired from Bedford High the United Methodist Church away Jan. 27, 2013. She retired School, Bedford, OH, where she ministry after serving churches John Recob ’75 passed away as an assistant principal at taught French for 28 years. She in Ligonier, Kittanning and April 12, 2013. He is survived West Carrollton High School, was preceded in death by her Uniontown, PA. He was working by his parents, Betty Knight West Carrollton, OH. She was husband, Jerry. She is survived in private practice as a marriage Recob ’50 and James Recob preceded in death by her husband by three stepchildren and three and family therapist at the time ’50 and sister, Jane Recob of 27 years, Paul, and one son. step-grandchildren. of his passing. He is survived by Charles ’78. She is survived by two daughters, his wife of 27 years, Joan; two three sons, 15 grandchildren and Nancy Clark Temes ’70 children; two stepchildren and Diane Morrison Stanley ’76 11 great‑grandchildren. passed away Feb. 8, 2013. She five grandchildren. passed away April 5, 2013. retired from her career as a She was a music teacher in the Susan Sain Sammataro ’64 physical therapist in 2005. She Pamela Fowler Hill ’72 Columbus Public Schools, most passed away Dec. 21, 2012. Her is survived by her husband, passed away June 1, 2013. She recently at Valleyview, Binns career was in the medical field in Glenn; two children and sister, is survived by her husband and Lindbergh elementaries. Dayton, OH; San Juan, Puerto Margaret Clark Gerczak ’77. of nearly 40 years, Ronald; She was a pianist and vocalist, Rico; Washington, D.C.; and four children and three and a member of Trinity United Reading, PA, prior to retiring Gloria Schaefer Benbow grandchildren. Methodist Church, Columbus, to Otterbein Retirement Living ’72 passed away May 9, 2013. where she was the handbell choir Community in Lebanon, OH. She was a school teacher for Ronald Hatter ’73 passed director for many years. She was She is survived by eight siblings. 33 years in Columbus Public away Nov. 29, 2012. He was preceded in death by her father, Schools. She is survived by two employed in the physical Wilbur Morrison ’34; aunts, Lynn Schwabacher Norman sons and two grandchildren. therapy department at the Frances Morrison Nichols ’32 ’65 passed away March 7, 2013. former Polyclinic Medical and Ruth Morrison Johnson ’37 Her lifelong interest in helping Myra Wolfe Feller ’72 Center, Harrisburg, PA, until and uncle, Charles Morrison people culminated in mission passed away Jan. 26, 2013. She 1992. He is survived by his ’39. She is survived by three trips to Zimbabwe and service retired from teaching in 2007, wife of 20 years, Susan; three children; brother, Tom Morrison on the board of directors after more than 32 years. She sons; two daughters and two ’63; and cousins, Juliane of the Fairfield Orphanage taught physical education at grandchildren. Morrison McGowan ’70, Judith Sponsorship Association. In middle school and high school Johnson Jensen ’70 and Helen 2003, she graduated from levels in both Newark and Dale Bargar ’75 passed away Johnson Hutchinson ’72. Wesley Theological Seminary, Newcomerstown, OH, and Aug. 13, 2013. He worked for Washington, D.C. She is math at New Philadelphia High the family business, Bargar Randall Smith ’77 passed away survived by one daughter and School, New Philadelphia, OH. Jewelry in downtown Delaware, Jan. 16, 2012. He was preceded two granddaughters. She also coached basketball, OH, taking over the job of in death by his mother, Joan volleyball and track. She was managing the business from Schaeffer Smith ’45 and one Kenneth Newill ’66 passed preceded in death by her father, his father in 1990. He was also sister. He is survived by his sister, away Feb. 18, 2013. Clayton “Pete” Wolfe ’38. a photographer, capturing Claudia Smith Brennan ’74.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 41 Janet Willeke ’80 passed away to North Carolina in 1986. She and Sterling Commerce for such support in 2012 with the Aug. 11, 2013. She was a speech is survived by her mother and more than 25 years. He was renaming of the Equine Center language pathologist. She is one brother. an advocate for the Pancreatic to the Austin E. Knowlton Center survived by her parents and Cancer Action Network, the for Equine Sciences. three siblings. John Case ’85 passed away June World War II Museum in 5, 2012. He was a claims adjuster New Orleans and the WWII David Peters passed away April e s t o n eJennifer s Cline Linnabary ’82 for Westfield Insurance Company. Memorial in Washington, D.C. 1, 2013. He was the associate l i passed away Feb. 3, 2013. She He is survived by his wife of 18 He is survived by his wife, Anne; dean of students at Otterbein, helped create Project SEARCH, years, Roxann, and two children. two children and two grandsons. 1976-1982. For the past 25 M an international program based years, he was working in the at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Lisa Roby Beachy ’88 passed Scott Edgell Jr. ’07 passed away insurance industry. He is Medical Center that helps away July 18, 2013. She Feb. 2, 2013. He was employed survived by two daughters. individuals with disabilities get was employed by Evergreen by Great Lakes Regional long‑term jobs with competitive Landscaping Services Inc. as an Distribution Center in Delaware, Eileen Ritter passed away Feb. salaries. As an employment accountant and was serving her OH. He is survived by his 11, 2013. Along with her late coordinator, she worked second term as the elected fiscal stepmother, Sherry Edgell; one husband, Victor Ritter ’48, extensively with international officer of Canaan Township, brother and two sisters. she established the Victor and business and health care OH. She volunteered her time Eileen Ritter Scholarship Fund communities. She is survived by at the Plain City Food Pantry. Lindsay Gara ’10 passed away at Otterbein. She is survived by her husband, Tim Linnabary ’81; She is survived by her husband, May 10, 2013. She is survived by one son, David. two children and her mother. Darryl, and one son. her fiance, Lee Neuzil; and her parents, Scott and Joanne Gara. Marybelle Shaw Simmons Timothy Barlowe ’83 passed Danielle Rabel ’95 passed passed away Feb. 4, 2013. She away June 22, 2013. He was away April 1, 2013. She was Friends retired from the treasurer’s ordained an Elder in the West marketing coordinator at Donald Bulthaup passed office at Otterbein where she Ohio Conference of the United tvsdesign, Atlanta, GA. She is away Feb. 23, 2013. A veteran was cashier for 23 years. She Methodist Church in 2009. He survived by her parents, one of the U.S. Air Force, he was is survived by her husband, was a student pastor at Church sister and one brother. a captain with the Strategic David; two children and five of the Saviour, Westerville; Air Command’s Weather grandchildren. and pastor at Hyatts United Tonya Coles ’97 passed away Detachment. In 1964, he joined Methodist Church, Stratford July 23, 2013. She was owner of the Physics Department at Fred Thayer passed away July UMC, Liberty UMC and the Law Office of Tonya R. Coles Otterbein where he also served 8, 2013. He was a veteran of Lewistown Trinity UMC, and and a member of the National as academic dean before his the U.S. Marine Corps, serving chairman of the superintendency Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, retirement in 1993. He was during the Korean War. He committee for Capitol Area among her many bar associations. preceded in death by his wife, retired from Otterbein after North District. He is survived She served on the board of the Barbara Sponsel Bulthaup 33 years as a professor in the by his wife, Jerilyn Williams J. Ashburn, Jr. Youth Center, ’68. He is survived by two department of theatre and dance. Barlowe ’75; two children and Columbus. She is survived by her daughters, two grandchildren He is survived by his wife of 62 one granddaughter. parents and two siblings. and five great‑grandchildren. years, Donna; three children, including Steve Thayer ’89 and Deborah Denman Delgaudio Kenneth Kaiser MAT ’06 Charles Lindberg passed away his wife, Tracy Miller Thayer ’83 passed away April 28, 2011. passed away June 3, 2013. He July 20, 2013. Together with his ’89 and six grandchildren. She worked as a registered was an eighth-grade science longtime business partner, Austin nurse at Nationwide Children’s teacher at Sells Middle School, E. Knowlton, he created and was Jeanne Willis passed away Hospital neonatal intensive Dublin, OH, for the past seven trustee of the foundation bearing Sept. 20, 2013. She was a retired care unit and St. Ann’s Hospital years. He previously was senior his partner’s name, providing biology professor who taught at surgical unit in Columbus, IT executive for TRW Defense support to institutions of higher Otterbein from 1954 to 1991. and at High Point Regional and Space division at Wright education in the Midwest. She is survived by her husband Newborn Nursery after moving Patterson AFB, Borden, Inc, Otterbein was the recipient of of 57 years, Clyde. (See page 3.)
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A r c h i v e s
The World is All a Smile Dean Joanne Van Sant choreographed most of the musicals, children’s productions, and Shakespeare productions at Otterbein during the Charles Dodrill years. The cast and crew of the Otterbein Theatre Department’s 1981 production of Hello, Dolly! presented Dean Van with this autographed and ball- fringed parasol (left) to thank her for her contributions to the show. These items, as well as many other photos, documents and miscellaneous items from Dean Van’s estate, were donated to the University archives in summer 2012. At right is a photo from the production.
Recognize Anyone? Here’s another photo in which you can help us identify the subjects. There are quite a few, so it’s likely you won’t Topping Off the Grand Old Hall know them all, but if A new south tower is readied for placement on the roof of you see someone you Towers Hall in the photo above. In the summer of 1973, know, please share it Towers was undergoing some renovation work, and on June with us. To help, we’ll 26 both the old towers were removed from the building. give you one: That’s Approximately two months later, the new towers were James Carr, Otterbein completed and installed atop the building. professor of French from 1965-2000, at bottom right.
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We value your engagement with Otterbein and strive to provide you with a variety of offerings to build and maintain a meaningful, lifelong relationship with your alma mater. We listen to your innovative opinions, diverse interests and ingenious ideas on programs and respond to your feedback. Your participation has increased affinity reunions at homecoming and alumni weekend; multiplied student- alumni interactions through career networking events, job shadowing and internship opportunities; and expanded alumni volunteer efforts all through a variety of communication strategies The second annual Cardinal Colloquium facilitated Thumbs up to your valuable — web, social media, publications and conversation between alumni, faculty and students. Pictured are Wendy Sherman Heckler, associate vice president of input and participation. A face-to-face interactions. The Alumni Academic Affairs and dean of University Programs, Megan Greek mixer was one of the Council intentionally aims to expand affinity reunions at this year’s Hysell Michael ’99, Fred Glasser ’69, Melissa Lucius ’14 and your Otterbein experience with long- Homecoming. Bobby Geiger ’14. lasting and ongoing engagement. The words stated in the Otterbein and treasures to make a measurable and valuable difference? We look Vision Statement call us to act as “educators, leaders and learners forward to engaging you one alumnus or alumna at a time. Connect, who set the pace for higher education and contribute to the common share and give input to us at [email protected] or fill out a good.” Will you be in the Otterbein circle by sharing your time, talent “get involved form” at www.otterbein.edu/getinvolved. Save that Date! Register online for these events at www.otterbein.edu/alumni, or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 1-888-614-2600 or 614-823-1650.
December 6 / Tree Lighting and Holiday Feast March 24 / NYC Theatre Student Showcase January 11 / Cardinal Pride Athletic Day vs. Capital March 26-30 / Cardinal Migration San Francisco, CA January 17 / Alumni Council Meeting April 25 / Alumni Council Meeting February 7 / Martin Luther King Jr. Alumni and Student Dinner April 25-27 / Alumni Weekend February 20 / Science Lecture Series focusing on Chemistry June 21 / June Bug Jamboree, Waynesville, OH March 23 / NYC Theatre Alumni Gathering July 18-25 / Alaskan Cruise (deadline extended until Nov. 30, 2013)
44 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 A little Greek Insight W at Otterbein
The Office of Alumni Relations recently established the Greek Alumni Council to increase communication, coordinate programming and build community toward the p goal of a model community of learners, leaders and educators. • Of 1,524 full-time and part-time students, 600 are Greek members. Fall formal recruitment is two weeks long with new member education lasting not more than six weeks. • Each Greek member is expected to perform 10 hours of community service per semester. Some previous Greek service experiences included collection for a food drive and loading food trucks for the Westerville Area Resource Ministry (WARM). Q • There are 204 students serving as Greek officers, learning strong leadership skills. • There are currently 17 Greek organizations: eight fraternities, six sororities and three National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC) organizations. d • The average Greek chapter dues per semester are $100 per student. • The spring 2013 grade point average for all Greek students was 3.03.
• There are 50 registered campus organizations in addition to Greek chapters.
Above: Greek Alumni Presidents. First row: Alyson Brown director of alumni relations), Katie Kocias ’01 (Epsilon b Bates ’04 (Theta Nu), Russ Beitzel ’96 (Lambda Gamma Kappa Tau). Fifth row: Micah Hudson ’11 (Sigma Delta Phi), Epsilon), Jayme Detwiler ’11 (Sigma Alpha Tau). Second row: Matthew D’Oyly ’04 (Sigma Delta Phi), Brady Mathews ’04 Michelle Davis Mossbarger ’11 (Kappa Phi Omega), Christine (Pi Kappa Phi). Not present: Jacob Ramey ’13 (Eta Phi Mu), Horvath ’11 (Tau Epsilon Mu). Third row: Chelsea Mathias Kyle Witt ’02 (Alpha Sigma Phi), Brandon Moss ’05 (Lambda Hudson ‘11 (Kappa Phi Omega), Kara Anderson, (director Gamma Epsilon), Matthew Wolfe ’04 and Thomas Draper of alumni engagement). Fourth row: Cindy Heston-Sievers ’08, (Pi Beta Sigma), Cedar Maxwell Well ’03 (Tau Delta) and l ’89 (Epsilon Kappa Tau), Becky Fickel Smith ’81 (executive Lincoln Schneider ’99 and Justin Hooper ’97 (Zeta Phi).
Spring Alumni Weekend/Founders Day
Mark your calendar to join us for your class reunion on Saturday, April 26, 2014, featuring: OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY ALUMNI Morning • Meet other love birds at the Alumni Cardinal WEEKEND • The Annual Otterbein Alumni Awards Couples Reunion April 26–28, 2013 • Class reunion dinners on campus for ’49, ’54 Afternoon and ’59 • Reunion lunches in the Campus Center • Alumni Lifelong Learning Seminars about Evening health topics • Classes of ’64 and ’69 reunite at Embassy • Tour the Knowlton Center for Equine Suites and class of ’74 at The Old Bag of Science and Frank Museum of Art Nails in Westerville with class photos onsite facilities • View the Pictorial History of Otterbein and Friday, April 25, 2014 tour the Edwin L. Roush Hall of Champions • Otterbein Founders Day Convocation at • Take in Men’s Lacrosse home game Cowan Hall and Prayer of Remembrance against Mt. Union • 50th Reunion Celebration • Cardinal Nation unites at Women’s Tennis Weekend details will be available online after the holidays and Softball against Heidelberg at www.otterbein.edu/alumni or call 614-823-1650.
Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 | 45 Save the Date! Homecoming Sept. 19-20, 2014
For more photos, go to www.otterbein.edu/alumni/photos 46 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Rain or shine, Otterbein knows how to have a great time! Cardy’s Rockin Homecoming highlights included a new parade route, the Liberty Mutual Bandstand with many student and alumni performers, a football game victory and many affinity and class reunions for alumni.
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2013 Young Alumni Awards President Kathy Krendl, David Riepenhoff ’99, Sheryl Warren Shelley Given ’05, Tyler TerMeer ’05, Stacie Oliver ’98 and Wisniewski ’00, Devon Kuntzman ’06, Robert Lettan II ’02, Becky Fickel Smith ’81, executive director of alumni relations.
The Young Alumni Awards are given annually at Homecoming “You are being recognized tonight because the in recognition of those alumni age 40 and younger whose contributions exemplify one of Otterbein’s Five Cardinal ways in which you’re conducting yourselves Experiences. This year, seven award recipients traveled back to campus from as close as Westerville to as far as France to speak to as professionals and citizens — it matters ... students in classrooms throughout the week and attend the Friday You are Otterbein’s story realized at its most evening awards ceremony. The night was filled with touching moments as the recipients thanked their friends, family and faculty promising and impressive beginning.” and staff mentors and also explained how Otterbein has continued to impact their lives as alumni. - President Kathy Krendl
2013 Young Alumni Award Winners
David Riepenhoff ’99 - Community Engagement Devon Kuntzman ’06 - Global & Intercultural Engagement Shelley Given ’05 - Creative Achievement Robert Lettan II ’02 - Research Achievement Sheryl Warren Wisniewski ’00 - Professional Achievement Stacie Oliver ’98 - Leadership & Citizenship Tyler TerMeer ’05 - Leadership & Citizenship
Young Alumni Award winners often speak in Otterbein To read award winner bios, view photos, watch a highlight classes. Above, Robyn Henry ’00, Sheryl Warren Wisniewski video of the Ceremony or download the 2014 nomination form ’99, Tyler TerMeer ’05 and Natalie Moran ’13 in a class with visit: www.otterbein.edu/alumni/youngalumniawards Dana White, professor of Theatre and Dance.
48 | Otterbein Towers | Fall 2013 Board of Trustees Luis M. Alcalde Larry C. Brown ’80 E very gift to Deborah E. Currin ’67 David W. Fisher ’75 Otterbein’s Annual Mary F. Hall ’64 William Edward Harrell Jr. ’94 Cheryl L. Herbert Fund makes a Maddie Holmes ’15 John T. Huston ’57 measurable and Joseph N. Ignat ’65 K. Christopher Kaiser ’77 valuable difference. Christina M. Kirk Kathy A. Krendl Bruce G. Mandeville Nevalyn Fritsche Nevil ’71 Rebecca C. Princehorn ’78 Peggy M. Ruhlin ’81 James A. Rutherford Nikki Sherbahn ’15 Kent D. Stuckey ’79 Are You Mark R. Thresher ’78 in ? Alan Waterhouse ’82 Alec Wightman
Board of Trustees Emeriti Thomas R. Bromeley ’51 “Otterbein gave me the opportunity to build my skills, grow my Michael H. Cochran ’66 competencies and thrive in an amazing environment. It was one William L. Evans ’56 of the most pivotal and fun times of my life. ” Judith G. Gebhart ’61 ~ Nicole Buran-Padovano ‘98, Bachelor of Science, Senior Training Manager with Erwin K. Kerr John E. King ’68 Genentech, among the world’s leading biotech companies William E. LeMay ’48 John W. Magaw ’57 Thomas C. Morrison ’63 Whether it’s discovering your potential or Jane W. Oman H’96 contributing to scientific and creative discovery-- Paul S. Reiner ’68 Otterbein proudly inspires students and alumni to Wolfgang Schmitt ’66 examine, understand and change their world. Officers of the University Chairman of the Board: Mark R. Thresher Give to the Annual Fund and fuel powerful Vice Chairman: Peggy M. Ruhlin discovery and knowledge. Vice Chairman: William Edward Harrell Jr. Secretary: Alec Wightman Assistant Secretary: Cheryl Herbert Are you in? President of the University: Kathy A. Krendl VP for Business Affairs: Rebecca D. Vazquez-Skillings To give right now, please use the enclosed envelope, visit www.otterbein.edu/makeagift or use your cell phone on the QR code above. P a r t i n g 1 SouthGroveStreet Westerville 43081 s h o t faculty member Robert Behrens. faculty memberRobert Misérables. Heisthesonoftheatre audience asGavrocheinLes the Kellan Behrens,7,charmed change service requested change service Columbus, OH Nonprofit Org US Postage Permit No. 4416 PAID