Donald “Don” Haslup Adams 954-816-0168 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Best opportunity for a fine education in a friendly social setting with many chances to experiment in extra-curricular activities (theater, WSLN, Boy Scout troop 93 thanks to Abbie Seamans' Sociology Course), etc.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I appreciate the value of a liberal arts education that affects so much more than just a way to make a living. Became aware of Student Affairs as a career field.

Professor I will always remember and why Harry Bahrick, for teaching a good work ethic and excellent teaching skills and a long- term friendship. Oh yes, and an amazing memory!

Professor Robert Marshall, who upon realizing that my non-appearance at the Poetry class Final Exam was out of character for me, phoned his friend, the house mother at the Beta House to see if I was all right. One of the brothers woke me up and in record time I was in the classroom and allowed to finish the exam. He was a scholar, a caring man and a class act.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Because of my second career as a Tour Operator and Director, I was able to travel to approximately 90 countries, visit all the states and provinces and to spend time living in Australia, South America and several European countries. Still on the list are China, Bangkok, Iceland and a return to Vietnam under somewhat different conditions.

I've been fortunate enough to have had homes in over ten states and six foreign countries.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My first post-Army career was teaching and counseling at the University of Florida, followed by my aforementioned second career in the Tour and Travel industry.

My third career has been teaching English as a Second Language both privately and at several language schools around the country.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Beta House.

Other important information Now live in South Florida, fully retired and realizing that retirement isn't a bad fourth career.

Janet “Jan” Ann Silky Andre 616-949-7779 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 7

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I transferred to OWU as a junior from Michigan State University and everyone was so friendly and welcoming, especially my roommates in Hayes Hall. Dances and parties at the Phi Gam house were always a highlight. Also, moving into the first Honor House was a privilege.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life It prepared me for a successful career as a teacher.

Professor I will always remember and why Professor Martha Dallman for her kindness and support.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have been fortunate to travel to many places since I retired in 2005. Two of the highlights have been to see Monet's home at Giverny, France and to be in Arles, France and see where VanGogh painted. I have also been to China, Russia, Eastern Europe, Austria, Poland, Italy, and Cuba. This fall I will return to Scandinavia to visit my cousins in Oslo.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan When I retired after 20 years of teaching seventh grade language arts and social studies, I decided I wanted to try something new. So, I started taking every art class I could find. I enjoyed silversmithing, the potter's wheel, glass bead making, stone carving, drawing, oil and watercolor painting, but settled on painting with acrylics. Today, I continue to take classes and I enjoy being an artist!

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in the student lounge in Case Hall at Michigan State, glued to the television.

Other important information This is a very happy and contented time in my life, and I am grateful.

Charles (Chuck) R. Babcock 202-966-9672 [email protected]

Spouse: Carolyn Bowers Number of Children: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Bowser, Heinzerling, Allaway et al; the camaraderie of the SAE house; tea at Ben Spencer's; Verne Edwards and his red pencil; Dick Smith's use of salt and pepper shakers at an SAE dinner to reenact the battle of Gettysburg.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life The Transcript experience assured me I wanted to be a newspaper reporter and set me on a career path I loved.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I still have Machu Picchu on my list, and love any beach and any stream with rainbow trout.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan After graduate school and a tour in Vietnam, I spent my career as a reporter and editor, mostly at The Washington Post on Bob Woodward's investigative staff. I won a few prizes, but just missed a Pulitzer. I also was lucky enough to marry Carolyn and we have three great daughters.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Sleeping in the SAE dorm.

Joan Asher 212-421-1325 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Times spent with my roommates, Janet & Nancy and my Theta sisters

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Jr. Year Abroad with the Institute of European Studies in Vienna. Traveled to England, France, Belgium, throughout Austria, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Egypt, Hungary, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Germany, Spain, Denmark, Sweden. I have since returned to several of those countries and to Mexico, Columbia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Canada, Bermuda and several places in the Caribbean. Obviously love travel. Cruising to see the Fjords in Norway and stopping in Iceland on the Crystal Symphony, my favorite cruise line, this summer. Haven't seen much of South America but hope to soon. My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have loved living in NYC since graduating from college. Am enjoying my summer home on Pleasant Lake in Maine which I share with my brother and sister-in-law and spending time in April and October at my home on the Outer Banks in Corolla, NC.

Where were you when JFK was shot? At the Columbus Airport on my way to Yale for the weekend. The special thing about that was that my Dad drove from Massachusetts to La Guardia Airport to meet my plane and drive me to New Haven. Such a comfort to have your dad by your side at that time.

Other important information How grateful I am for the life I have enjoyed and my appreciation and thanks to God and my parents who made it all possible.

Elizabeth (Betty) Turner Baldwin 4991 Baycroft Dr. Hilliard, OH 43026-7109 614-527-7761

Anthony “Tony” Eldon Barelli 785-250-7112 [email protected]

Spouse: Arla Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 7

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan OWU Jazz Band.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Liberal Arts exposure for a scientist, physician and businessman.

Professor I will always remember and why Virginia Walsh (math). She let me teach a calculus class.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Married in Florence Italy. Traveled most of Europe, Turkey, Northern Africa, Thailand, China, Samoa, Argentina, and Costa Rica.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Busy with more challenges than I can accomplish. A few more successes than failures --- fewer surprises with age and too many regrets to count.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Sleeping late at the Delta House.

Other important information MS in physics at University of Pennsylvanian; Designed photo detectors at Texas Instruments during Vietnam War; MD at Case Western Reserve; PhD in Engineering at Case western Reserve; Internship in Surgery at Stanford; Residency in Anesthesia at Stanford; Practiced anesthesia in California, Nevada and Kansas; Medical Director surgery center; served on board of directors of public company in Silicon Valley; started a few software companies and still trying to do research.

Scott V. Barron P.O. #1860 Orleans, MA 02653 508-255-0549 [email protected]

Spouse: Patricia Barron Number of Children: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan

(Barron continued) Pledging Phi Kappa Psi in 1962, The Brown Jug, friends that I made at OWU, working at Bunn’s Restaurant, and graduating 1966.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life A great education, meeting people from all over the country, and realizing how important close relationships are.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Shanklin, my geology professor-introduced me to the natural wonders of the world.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled in the last 12 years to England, Scotland, Wales, Israel, South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Paris, Rome, Venice, Croatia, Sicily, Vietnam, the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, and Australia and New Zealand this fall.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Having 3 wonderful children, owning a successful retail business for over 30 years in Cape Cod, and volunteering at a homeless shelter for 12 years.

Judith (Judy) Lynne Prasse Basset 203-264-3537 [email protected]

Spouse: William Basset Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Times with my sorority sisters at the Kappa house, especially Rush. Coffee at the MUB, the long walks from the dorms to campus, Chapel, studying at the library.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met my life partner there - not only did I receive my BA, but also my MRS degree.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Marriage, children and grandchildren, plus a lifelong career of volunteering with non- profits. Winters in Florida and summers in NH.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Library.

Other important information Thank you.

William (Bill) C. Basset 203-264-3537 [email protected]

Spouse: Judith Prasse Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan PKP brothers and the joy of being together for 4 years. Off campus parties. The freshman beanie. Pledging. Lacrosse and soccer helping Fred Meyers. Selby dorm freshman year.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met my life partner.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Europe, Asia, Central and South America. Would like to see Africa and Australia.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Wonderful business career, wonderful wife, children and grandchildren.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Front lawn of Phi Kappa Psi.

Pamela (Pam) Hardy Beck 216-360-0359 [email protected]

Spouse: Gerry Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Rooming with Peggy Esch, Diane Alger and Barb Brill.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Taking the linguistics course and then speech and hearing courses led me to my career: education of the deaf.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Chenoweth in Political Science gave me a whole new world view. Mrs. Tull taught the speech pathology classes and went beyond the classroom to arrange field trips and independent study. Miss Newcomb who quietly listened to me and thus allowed me to find my eureka moment of determining my future direction.

(Beck continued) Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Too many places to list, both visited and planning to visit.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan In education of the deaf, I was an early adopter of Cued Speech, teaching in schools, universities, and private practice. I've lived in Northampton MA, Baltimore MD, Washington DC (where I met my husband Gerry), Berkeley CA, and New Haven CT, a sabbatical year in Boston, and now Cleveland for 32 years. My most exciting job was as a field instructor throughout the U.S. My most interesting job was teaching deaf-blind children in California. My most passionate position was as president, and then manager, of the National Cued Speech Association. My side specialty is teaching speechreading and communication strategies to adults with hearing loss. I am now transitioning out of my career and seemingly into a focus on social justice issues.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In the stacks of the Library, wondering why someone had the radio on.

Other important information My husband is a biostatistician at the Cleveland Clinic. Our daughters are on opposite coasts, Westchester County NY and Portland OR.

Virginia “Ginger” Joan Bovi Black 610-6476-734 [email protected]

Spouse: Don K. Black Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Being part of my sorority, Alpha Xi Delta. Student teaching and the friends I made at OWU.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I was very well trained in elementary education which made me a better teacher.

Professor I will always remember and why Martha Dallmann, a stickler for details, especially when doing lesson plans and writing units.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Europe, Peru, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam Australia, New Zealand, the Caribbean. We've been to 6 of the 7 continents. We'd like to see the 7th, Antarctica.

(Black continued) My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Taught school for 9.5 years and a preschool director for 150 children for 20 years achieving NAEYC accreditation. Raised 3 highly competitive swimmers who all swam in college. Don and I are enjoying our children, grandchildren and the Philadelphia area.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Outside Slocum library.

Barbara Brill Brown

Spouse: Bob

My experience at Ohio Wesleyan has impacted my life in different ways at different times. Overall, however, it gave me friends and taught me how different people are from one another. It gave me courage to push myself to experience new things, including living in Thailand for two years and in India for a year. And it gave me a very good education, one that made literature a life-long love and allowed me to undertake years of graduate study and then teaching and a law practice.

Some details: Immediately after OWU graduation I went into the Peace Corps in Thailand where I met my husband, Bob. On return I went to graduate school for an M.A. in English at Michigan State. Then I taught ESL for a while and in 1975 went to law school at UCLA. I practiced law for 28 years before deciding that I was better at solving disputes rather than fomenting them. In 2006 I set up my own mediation practice and have been happily helping individuals and businesses resolve problems since then.

Bob and I have a son, Christopher, who practices as an osteopathic physician in northern California in the Bay area. He and his wife, Alyson, have two children, our beautiful, precocious, extremely special grandchildren, Leo and Everly, ages five and three, respectively.

Bob is a professor of South and Southeast Asian art at UCLA and curator of same at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. As I write this we are in New York, where Bob is giving a lecture at the Met in connection with New York’s annual Asia Week. It is of course impossible that we are gathering for our 50th anniversary of anything, let alone our 50th anniversary of graduation from Ohio Wesleyan. Wouldn’t it be fine if we could condense and convey our collective experiences and wisdom to our own kids and grandkids as well as to present and future students of OWU?

Nancy Richardson Carpenedo 157 Sadona Summit Drive, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404 208-529-4714 [email protected]

Spouse: Bob Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 1

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see In 1996 we took the kids to China and I fell in love with foreign travel. But you won’t find us sitting on the beach with umbrella drinks. We have hiked part of the Inca Trail; crawled thru the Củ Chi tunnels; walked on Icelandic glaciers; and hiked to the Tigers Nest in Bhutan. I’ve slept in a tent in the Moroccan Sahara and the African wilderness and while you are in Delaware celebrating our 50th I will be sleeping in the Gobi Desert. We have delivered food to poor villages and spent time in village schools teaching children songs and learning what their dream are for the future. I’ve had my soul cleansed by a shaman and attended a bizarre Cau Dai religious ceremony. Thru our travels, I have been educated in the tenants of Buddhism, Judaism, and Islam. Along the way I have eaten innumerable insects, worms, and wild animals. Travel is an adventure that teaches you compassion for people less fortunate and outshines any history taught in school. Travel and photo are now my passions.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Post-graduation from OWU and University Hospitals of Cleveland, I packed by VW Bug with all my possessions and headed to Palo Alto Calif. sans job, just with the enthusiasm, optimism, and confidence of a new grad. I worked in microbiology research at Stanford University and taught in their med-tech school until I settled into a permanent job in the chemistry lab at Stanford Hospital. In 1969, I married Bob, a mechanical and aerospace engineer. Jennifer was born in 1971. In 1974 we moved to Idaho Falls and Steve was born. I was fortunate to be a predominately stay at home mom but as college approached I went to work full time in offices specializing in diabetes and cardiology where I was involved in patient care and education along with my med tech duties. I retired in 2005 after a short but very rewarding career. Being married to a jock, I learned that girls are able to do more than play half-court basketball as I did in high school. I became an avid skier; aerobics fanatic; played co-ed soccer and ladies hockey; taught power and figure skating; and celebrated my 40th birthday by placing 2nd in a triathlon. Both children are married and our family grew to 6 and then 7 with the birth of our only grandchild. Now in retirement and when not traveling, I spend much of my time giving back to the community as a volunteer. I go to the gym most days and finally hung up my skis and mountain bike preferring a friendlier road bike. We live just 90 miles from Yellowstone NP and we love sharing America’s most interesting and beautiful park with visitors. We have plenty of room for guests.

Alumni and Young Alumni Awards, Honorary Alumni Status and Distinguished Achievement Citations, the Alumni Association’s highest honor for professional accomplishments and/or outstanding service to humankind, are given each year during Alumni Weekend to those celebrating their reunions. CONGRATULATIONS to this year’s honorees!

Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Award: The Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Award is given to alumni who demonstrate outstanding service to OWU.

Evan Corns ‘59 Robert Gillespie ‘66 Michael Long ‘66

Distinguished Achievement Citation: The Distinguished Achievement Citation (D.A.C.) is the Alumni Association’s highest honor and is awarded to alumni who demonstrate professional accomplishment and outstanding service to humankind. Professional achievement means that person has achieved and sustained significant national reputation and recognition among colleagues. Service to humankind indicates that the person’s efforts over a significant period of time have directly and profoundly improved the quality of life for fellow human beings.

Carol Jane Galante ‘76 Randall Griffin ‘66 Gregory Moore ‘76 James Oberg ‘66

Young Alumni Award: The Young Alumni Award is given to alumni who graduated in the last 15 years in recognition of a commitment to excellence in post-collegiate life and a significant or ongoing commitment to extraordinary work, research, volunteerism, or service to OWU.

Driss Sekkat ‘06 Meghan Feran Sexton ‘06

Honorary Alumni Award: Honorary Alumni status is conferred upon persons who have exhibited consistent interest in and support of OWU for a significant period of time.

Jed Burtt, Emeritus Professor of Zoology (posthumously)

Clarence “Frank” F. Carver 608 Wild Pine Way, Venice, FL 34292 941-496-7960 [email protected]

Spouse: Darlene V. Carver Number of Children: 2 Number of grandchildren: 2

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Completing my course work in March of 1966 I left Ohio Wesleyan with a different view of the world we live in from the one I had when I arrived. For that I will always be grateful.

Professors I will always remember and why? Rather than name a specific professor that influenced my life I would point out that the Concert and Lecture Series as well as the Chapel Programs were very enlightening. They gave me firsthand knowledge and appreciation of topics like classical music, folk music, world events and the role of religion in shaping our lives.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and (friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Darlene and I were married at the beginning of my senior year. After serving four years in the USAF we moved back to Ohio where raised our family while I worked in Distribution, Sales, Marketing for both Borg-Warner and Emerson Electric. Planning for and achieving an early retirement has been great!

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see? While working I traveled to most manufacturing centers in North America and in retirement we’ve been fortunate to visit some of the most beautiful parts of our world.

Other important information Family and friends plus volunteer work happily fill my days.

Janice “Jan” Winans Chirchirillo 773-835-2001 [email protected]

Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 1

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The professors, especially Rocky Crowl and Libby Reed; studying in the Monette smoker; spring choir trips; the Mub.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Getting a firm grounding in the liberal arts made it easier for me to navigate through a variety of situations, but personal and career-based. Learning how to learn made graduate school a lot easier!

Professor I will always remember and why Rocky Crowl, for being so supportive of a woman in the geology major. Libby Reed, for teaching that good writing is difficult but worth the effort.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Europe, New Zealand, Peru, Iceland. I still have Prague on the list! And more of Europe and South America.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My greatest joy has been my daughter, and now her husband and their daughter. I also managed to complete two graduate degrees in Human Resource Management and Managerial Communication.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Walking back to the dorm.

Barbara Tener Clark My Ohio Wesleyan liberal arts education was a wonderful foundation for virtually everything that followed. I set out to major in psychology - I’ve always been fascinated with people, their interactions, their behavior, etc. – and eventually circled back there. When I became serious about my future husband who planned to attend medical school (it was the 60’s), I shifted to the “more practical” field of elementary education so I could support him in that endeavor. Our teamwork paid off because I subsequently earned an M.ED and became certified as a school psychologist and counselor. My career of more than 30 years began teaching at an International School in Geneva, Switzerland where we lived for three years and concluded as a counselor and psychologist at a delightful rural elementary school near Clemson, SC where we live now.

When our children were growing up I was involved in all the usual volunteer activities – scout leader, YMCA board member, PTA, etc. When the dads took over the Boy Scout troop from us den mothers, three friends and I began playing tennis every Monday night when the guys were at Scouts. We continue and have played essentially every Monday night since that fall of 1983.

Our time in Switzerland made avid skiers out of us which led to many fun-filled weeks of skiing throughout Europe, the US and Canada. At age 60 we took up bicycling and have biked all over Europe, in the Canadian Maritime Provinces, in Southeast Asia, and of course in the US. We’re lucky to have been able to travel extensively though I still have designs on many other destinations. We try to get back to Chautauqua Institution (NY) each summer for the lectures, symphony, concerts and theater.

I loved raising our two children, both of whom amazingly have landed back in Clemson. Shannon (OWU ‘92) works at Clemson University and Nathan practices law nearby. Nathan and his wife Liz are the parents of a 4-year-old son and twin 1-year-old boys. While we were late on the grandparenting scene, we are more than catching up! Good thing I do water aerobics, Pilates, swim, bike and play tennis to keep in shape.

For several years I was the business manager for my husband’s radiology practice – which provided a most interesting juxtaposition of running a business while working in the public schools….Now we are both retired and, along with travel, involved in community activities and church. Among other things, I serve on the board of the Clemson Child Development Center, ever dedicated to promoting education, the earlier the better!

I regret being unable to attend the reunion but will look forward to “catching up” by reading your contributions to the Golden Key Yearbook. Also, big thanks to all the many classmates who have worked tirelessly to plan and carry out Alumni Weekend 2016!

Stephen Franklin Comus 520-906-4610 [email protected]

Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The entire experience. It was a superb transition from life in a family to life in the world. Nothing big sticks out. Rather, I continually experience mental re-plays of tiny, brief moments at places, about things and involving people at OWU. Those flashbacks always feel good. They always have helped when other things were not going well.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life It taught me how to think and how to function socially and with structured institutions. It has served as a spiritual, moral and ethical compass, helping me recognize the way I should go, how to get there and what to hope for upon arrival. But most of all, it taught me how to keep the courage of my convictions -- which has been tested time and again.

Professor I will always remember and why Verne Edwards.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled pretty much all over the world. I don't know of any place I would like to see, but am always amazed about how interesting places can be that I never had thought about seeing.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Aside from the normal kinds of things, there have been no particular joys, challenges, etc. I have found life itself to be a joyful experience. I greet each day with enthusiasm and end each night, thankful for being. I have accomplished many things and continue to try to accomplish as much as possible each day. I do not have very many friends, but cherish those few that I do have.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in the frat house, desperately attempting to shake a horrible hangover from the night before.

Other important information Nothing much important to report at this time. It's been a good life and one heck of a ride. I thank everyone who has helped along the way.

Vincent E. Cooper 603-566-1500 [email protected]

Spouse: Roberta G. Chereck Number of children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Living in Selby Stadium and experiencing all of college life as it was at that time.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Being from a very small town in Appalachia I was exposed to an excellent learning experience intellectually and culturally that prepared my well for the future.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan It's been a great trip - a lot of good friends and most importantly my family.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Studying in my dorm room in Selby Stadium.

Todd J. Coryell 1857 23rd Ave. East Seattle, WA 98112 (Home) 206-339-8350 (Cell) 206-200-2678 [email protected]

Spouse: Judith Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan A sense of community, certain challenging professors in the English Department, my major, and friends, several with whom I stay in contact, while others I keep alive in my imagination.

Professor I will always remember and why Ben Spencer-challenging intellectually while remaining a gentleman and supportive.

Other important information While I never became an English teacher or had I intended, nor did I continue on in my career as a college administrator, I did switch course by obtaining my PhD in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 30 years. My wife, Judy, has been a rehab counselor, teacher, school counselor, and an assistant principal. Most importantly we have shared wonderful journey together for 46 years along with our three children and two grandchildren. I credit OWU with helping instill much needed tolerance and flexibility to make it this far!

Donna Garrison Crocker

The decision about where I would attend college was the subject of much family discussion. My grandfather, a lifelong Methodist, remarked that he had heard good things about Ohio Wesleyan and there began one of my important life decisions. Looking back now over fifty years, I am very much aware of how consequential those years at OWU have been for my life. Academically, I was working toward achieving my goal of becoming a teacher, guided by the fine members of the education department. Socially, I pledged Tri Delta, worked on committees such as Monnett Weekend, and attended concerts and parties. Between my junior and senior years, I traveled to Denmark and Yugoslavia with the Community Ambassador program. More than twenty years and four children later I was involved in a Masters Degree program in Special Education at Rhode Island College. There academic excellence was more of a priority for me and I am proud to say that I received the NOVAK AWARD for the outstanding advanced degree special education graduate in 1988.

One year after graduating from Ohio Wesleyan, I married a wonderful guy I had known during my years at Weymouth High School in Massachusetts. My husband, Ron Crocker, was ordained to the Episcopal Priesthood in 1968 and over the next forty years we have lived in South Dartmouth, MA, Lincoln, RI and Arlington, VA where Ron has served as Rector of Episcopal parishes. We have been blessed with a long and loving marriage, raised four children (now all 40+adults) and welcomed two terrific daughters- in-law and five marvelous grandchildren into our family.

In my professional life, I have taught in Woonsocket, RI 1986-1997 and Arlington, VA 1997-2008. Briefly stated, the focus of my work was integrating special education students while teaching in a mainstream classroom setting. I really enjoyed working collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and parents.

Perhaps it’s a cliché, but for me lifelong learning has been an important value which certainly was fed and nourished by my years at Ohio Wesleyan. In retirement now, my husband and I have traveled by train to the Canadian Rockies, cruised the Panama Canal and the Mediterranean Sea, and visited Alaska and many of our National Parks. We have found that various Road Scholar trips work well for us too. Now living near family in Uxbridge, MA, we are often in Worcester, our favorite city, attending All Saints Church, enjoying theater and restaurants, and participating in classes provided by WISE (Worcester Institute for Senior Education).

Recently I had to make yet another decision about Ohio Wesleyan. It turns out that our oldest grandson, Evan, is graduating from Dean College on the same weekend as our 50th reunion is being held. While I wanted very much to be present at both events, I have decided that the 50th reunion at Ohio Wesleyan is where I will be. It’s a really special opportunity to reconnect, celebrate, and remember.

Edward J. Curreri 5103 Buck’s Bluff Drive, NMB, SC 29582 843-273-0159 [email protected]

Spouse: Susan Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Saturday football games at Shelby Stadium. The victorious College Bowl Team in 1964. Attending Chapel and listening to many important and famous people. Pledging the SAE fraternity. Meeting Branch Rickey at the SAE house after the homecoming football game in 1963. President Elden T. Smith telling me I would be missed at OWU during Graduation Ceremonies in 1966. Winning the 1965 Ohio Conference Baseball championship and being elected to First Team All- Conference.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life The educational experience prepared me in many ways to successfully meet my future goals and life style. It certainly made me more aware of what was going on around me from a social, political, and economic point of view.

Professor I will always remember and why Paul Hahn, Professor of German and Robert Strimer, Coach and Athletic Director-Both were great mentors to me and helped me through the good and bad times we all occasionally have during our college years. Just good, decent, and caring men!

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see The entire USA, Canada, Mexico, Spain, England, most of the Caribbean, and Columbia, SA. Places I would like to visit-Pebble Beach Golf Course, California, Yellow Stone National Park, Bryce Canyon, Utah, Italy, and Argentina.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My wife Susan, and my children Matt and Michelle and my close friends. Regrets, that I did not stay in touch with close classmates and frat brothers I went to school with. Accomplishments-inducted into OWU’s Athletic Hall of Fame for Football and Baseball. Inducted into Clifton High School, New Jersey, Athletic Hall of Fame for Football and Baseball. Promoted to Director of Distributor Sale for Blonder Tongue Labs in 2003 and represented over 60% of the company’s sales for the next 7 years. Set up the first Retailer Cellular Phone Sales Program in the State of Ohio which led to Ameritech Mobil becoming the biggest Cellular Service Provider in Ohio. Became a “Legend in my own mind” LOL Very lucky that I have a great many friends that I enjoy golfing, fishing, and socializing with.

Other important information Recently, I went back to Delaware, and spent an afternoon with my wife visiting Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus. This was my first time back in 20 years! I was very impressed with all the new facilities and the Branch Rickey Athletic Center. Ohio Wesleyan looked to be twice the size, campus area, as when I graduated in 1966. Had lunch and a couple of beers at the Brown Jug, brought back a lot of great memories.

Catherine “Cathy” Harding Davis 603-585-2259 [email protected]

Spouse: William C. Davis Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My years at OWU were very happy, challenging, and rewarding. It was easy to get acquainted and I enjoyed so many friends both within my membership of Pi Beta Phi Sorority, and just generally friends on campus. I loved going to the football, and basketball games on campus, as well as the concert series that were offered to us every year. I am grateful for the standards and academic expectations that were very much a part of OWU, and felt that I graduated prepared to take on the next chapter of my life!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met my husband, Bill Davis! Professors taught me well.....opportunities were available for me to participate and further my interest. The standards and expectations while living in the dorms reaffirmed choices I would make in my future.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Jennings, an American history professor, was my very favorite! I took several courses from him. He made history fascinating and alive and I loved his classes. He was also my "hardest" professor...in terms of content and testing, but I still signed up for the next course because he was so great!

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I've had the opportunity to travel in Europe (England, France, Austria, Germany, Spain, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, Czechoslovakia, etc. I've also visited many of our USA National Parks and Historic Sites, toured across the United States and Southern States.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Certainly my greatest joy is my family... my husband Bill Davis as we celebrate our 50th; my two children, and 4 grandchildren. I received a Master's Degree in Teaching from Columbia University. I loved my career as an early childhood teacher for 27 years. I found teaching young children absolutely marvelous and rewarding. Thirdly, my lifetime membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, has strengthened my faith, been a comfort when going through trials, brought me opportunities to serve, and guided and patterned my life. I have served in various capacities in my community as I lived in CT 34 years, and now in Fitzwilliam, NH for 11 years, and throughout have made so many wonderful friends and cherished memories.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Under an old fashioned hair dryer in my dorm room in Monnett....3rd floor!!!

Other important information I am enjoying my retirement years. I love my flower/veggie gardens, have taken up knitting and quilting, and enjoy the travelling Bill and I are able to do. We will be heading to Machu Picchu and the Galapagos later this year.

William “Bill” Clinton Davis 603-585-2259 [email protected]

Spouse: Catherine Harding Davis Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I cherish the memories and friends associated with the OWU Music Department. Highlights were Concert Choir, Men's Triple Quartet, my senior recital and the opportunity to be the musical director for Camelot my senior year. I also have great memories of OWU soccer practices and games on the lower fields, Phi Kappa Psi friendships, and meeting my future wife, Cathy Harding.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life As a music major, OWU set me on a firm path toward music excellence as a vocalist, arranger and conductor, and gave me the foundation to pursue a successful musical career. Combined with my love of sports OWU enabled me to have a successful teaching and coaching career at both the high school and adult level in CT. My participation in AFROTC and subsequent commission as an officer gave me the opportunity to serve for four years in the USAF at Castle AFB, a SAC base in Merced, CA. (1967-1971).

Professor I will always remember and why Two professors had very definitive influences in my training and life time career. I will always remember Professor Rexford Keller for giving me an expanded vision of good choral music repertoire, and Professor Robert Bowlus for teaching me vocal technique and performance preparation.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled extensively up and down the East coast, crossed the USA 3 times, been to Costa Rica, Canada, and toured most of Western Europe (England, France, Germany, Italy, Austria, Switzerland and Czechoslovakia.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My wife, Cathy, our two children and our 4 grandchildren are a rewarding and wonderful blessing in my life. After OWU I earned further degrees at New York University, and the U of Bridgeport, with additional study at the Hartt School of Music and the U. of CT. I have had a 30 year career as a Choral Director and Music Coordinator at Naugatuck High School, in CT. My program included 5 choral ensembles with approximately 250 students. I taught courses in music theory and history. I was a tennis and soccer coach as well as a conductor of concerts for several adult groups. A true highlight of my career were several concert tours to Europe with my Chamber Singers. Although retired I still conduct two choral groups with orchestra.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in my dorm room in Bashford Hall, studying, of course!!

Other important information I followed my father who was also a choral director in Naugatuck and because of our combined choral teaching careers of 56 years at that school, the auditorium is now known as the Davis Auditorium, a very appreciated honor. As a side note Cathy and I now live in Fitzwilliam, NH on my family homestead (owned by family since 1793). I get great pleasure from our barn and blacksmith shop, which has now become my workshop for woodworking and chair-canning. We enjoy the outdoors in NH.

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June 16, 2016 - Shakespeare on the Sound Gathering (Norwalk, CT) July 23, 2016 - Red & Black Reception (Torch Lake, MI) September 16, 2016 - TEAM OWU Golf Outing (Sunbury, OH) September 16-17, 2016 - Women of Ohio Wesleyan Program (Delaware, OH) September 20, 2016 - Central Ohio Breakfast (Columbus, OH) October 7-8, 2016 Homecoming/Family Weekend (Delaware, OH) November 15, 2016 Central Ohio Breakfast (Columbus, OH) December 1, 2016 - Chicago, IL Holiday Event December 1, 2016 - Denver, CO Holiday Event December 4, 2016 - San Francisco, CA Holiday Event December 7, 2016 - Boston, MA Holiday Event December 7, 2016 - Philadelphia, PA Holiday Event December 8, 2016 - New York, NY Holiday Event December 14, 2016 - Columbus, OH Holiday Event December 14, 2016 - Cleveland, OH Holiday Event December 15, 2016 - Washington, DC Holiday Event Diane Serra Doherty 81 Gilbert Rd., Hohokos, NJ 07423 201-404-6014 [email protected]

Spouse: Paul Doherty Number of Children: 3 Number of grandchildren: 10

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My wonderful Theta roommates, meeting friends at the MUB, having 3/2 beer at the Little Brown Jug, and art courses at the Lyons Fine Art Building.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Broadened my outlook on life.

Professor I will always remember and why Professor Martha Dallmann - Head of the Education Department. She was good, tough teacher, who demanded the best in us.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have been lucky to have traveled to many parts of the world. Several trips to Europe- France, Italy, England, Germany, and more. Wonderful trips to South Africa (Cape Town), Vietnam, and Cambodia. I am missing the 50th reunion because of a trip planned to South/Western France and Spain. Would love to go to South America and India!

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have been blessed with a wonderful family. Paul and I have 3 children (an attorney, one in finance, and a teacher). We have 10 grandchildren, ages 3 to 18. Our oldest is now a freshman at Lafayette College in Pennsylvania. I can hardly believe it! They all give me great joy. I taught for a short time before having children, then mostly stayed at home to raise them. Four friends and I have started a gift and accessory store in the 90s. We had the shop (Eurica in Wyckoff, NJ) for 13 years. My life now is divided between homes in NJ, winters in Vero Beach Florida, and summers on Cape Cod in Chatham, MA.

Where were you when JFK was shot? At Centenary College, Hackettstown, NJ.

C. Irvin (Irv) Drew

Favorite professors: Dr. Roy Bossert, my Organic Chemistry professor, who helped me get into Chemistry graduate school in California. I visited him in his retirement years, in the early 1990’s, when he lived in Austin Manor on campus with his wife. He was into playing golf then. Dr. Larry Wilson who I will always remember for his knowledge, enthusiasm and “young” energy. Dr. Melvin Vulgamore made me be a better writer and researcher in Religion Class as I pounded out my “research” project on the 1925 Scopes Trial on Darwin and Science vs. the Biblical account of creation. I discovered that in 1925, OWU sent a small group of Science Professors to Dayton Tennessee to testify on the side of Science and for the defense of Scopes. However all science arguments were rejected by the judge. Scopes lost and was fined $100, but it all was a set up by citizens of Dayton TN to get it on the map which they did. I sat up straight in Libby Reed’s class on the Short Story. She was an inspiration. I wrote a paper about short story author William Saroyan whose philosophy was: "Try to learn to breathe deeply; really to taste food when you eat, and when you sleep really to sleep. Try as much as possible to be wholly alive with all your might, and when you laugh, laugh like hell.” I still aspire to latter but fall short.

My History: So I graduated, but still felt unprepared to face the world. However, my OWU education was a good foundation. It was something solid to build on. I had some knowledge, some skills, a desire to learn, a desire to discover and a tool set to realize my goals. On a quiet Saturday morning after graduation in 1966, I saw a small group of 8 or 10 people protesting the war in Vietnam on campus. They were circling around on the sidewalk in front of the MUB on Sandusky Avenue carrying signs to attract the attention of traffic on the street. I knew then, that the Vietnam Conflict would be a huge controversy if there were protests at a quiet campus like OWU however small and quiet they might have been. I was legally deferred from the draft repeatedly by staying in Graduate School. Two weeks after graduation I headed west to explore what California had to offer. I was enrolled in Graduate School for the fall semester, but I also had a HS girlfriend who had moved to California two years prior. The relationship did not last but Graduate School did. I received my Ph.D in Chemistry in January of 1971. The same month I landed a tenure track appointment as a Chemistry Instructor at a Community College in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have been associated with Community Colleges ever since in teaching or in college administration. I served twenty years as a Dean at two colleges. I am now retired, but still teaching Chemistry. In fact, I ditched a final exam classroom obligation to make this trip to the 50th reunion at OWU

Where I have traveled: I find International travel invigorating, eye-opening and challenging. Years ago I enjoyed a month in Japan living with Japanese host families and traveling by bullet train all over the country. I have taken long trips to India (twice), Nepal, Cambodia, and both north and south Vietnam (2012). In 2015 was able to tour Sri Lanka. I participated in University style Study Abroad trips to South Africa (including Kruger National Park and three days in Swaziland and a week in Cape Town). With other groups I traveled to France, (Normandy, Paris, Lyon, and the French Riviera). Another Summer I spent a month in Italy, mostly in Florence but also in Rome, Naples and a week in Sicily. I have been to Greece (Athens, Santorini and Mykonos). While touring the Vatican, I had a really strong spiritual experience when I left my group and wondered around St. Peter’s Basilica solo. I will never forget the experience and it changed me spiritually. I have visited both coasts of Australia and drove a 4 wheel SUV from Perth north 350 miles and back. There are coral reefs to snorkel just a few feet from the shore in Western Australia, which I did. This June I am headed to the Balkans with a tour group to explore Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Turkey. Wish me luck on this one. (I am a little nervous).

Where were you when JFK was shot? Nov 22, 1963 was the most unusual day. It was the only day in my four years at OWU that I was really sick. I woke up feeling terrible. I needed help. I got to the campus Infirmary somehow and I stayed there all day until they closed. The Nurses gave me medications and let me sleep. Sometime after Noon, a Nurse woke me up and said: The President has been shot!” Several hours later she woke me up again and said: “The President is dead”. In my groggy state I had no response. At the end of the day, feeling better, I made it to the TKE house where I lived that sophomore year. I was still tired and sleepy. The next morning, a Saturday, I had a German vocabulary test. Oh, those Saturday classes! I woke up warily and walked to Gray Chapel for class which was not canceled. As I approached, I saw the campus OWU American flag at half-mast. Then it struck me. The president is dead. JFK is gone. I never really got over it.

Accomplishments: I feel well accomplished. And I have a definite passion about life and living. I have been married twice and have two children (one boy, one girl) and two stepsons. In 1985-86 I was selected to be an American Council on Education Fellow. I toured the country learning about Colleges and Educational Administration. That year I ran into Dr. Vulgamore in Florida. He was then President of Albion College. That year I interviewed OWU President David Warren in his office for his views on Education. During that visit I also caught up with Prof Larry Wilson who was then an acting OWU Provost. I ended up spending twenty two years in College Administration in California. Clearly my goal was to be change maker and I was determined to improve the success and graduation rates for students in science and Math (STEM). Currently my interests center on Energy use, Climate Change and Carbon Dioxide in the Atmosphere. I visited Mauna Loa Observation in Hawaii in Dec of 2015 to learn more about how they measure the Carbon Dioxide concentration in the atmosphere. (It is rising along with the global temperatures). Topics I am lecturing on now are: Carbon Dioxide and Global Warming and the Sixth Extinction. What is the Keeling Curve and what does it mean for your future. The December 2015 Paris Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report explained. I am in the process of writing a book about the subjects listed above called Living off Buried Sunshine: Fossil Fuels the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

Other information: That’s about it, except for the following OWU concern which I would like to share. I passionate about insuring that the only Nobel Prize winner in OWU history is properly recognized on campus. I am speaking of Sherwood Rowland, (OWU 1948). When he died in 2012 the LA Times headline read. “The man that saved the world.” He entered OWU in the fall of 1943 at age 16, during WWII. His father was OWU Math professor Sidney A. Rowland, so tuition was free. He graduated in 1948 with a double major in Chemistry and Physics as well as lettering in Basketball and Baseball. He received his Ph.D from the University of Chicago. Sherwood Rowland not only discovered why the ozone hole was growing in the Atmosphere, but he actively did something about. The chemical Ozone in the atmosphere protects us from harmful and deadly UV radiation. Ozone was disappearing the upper atmosphere by reacting with manmade gases called CFC’s. His passionate crusade after his discovery of the problem, led to the outright ban on CFC”s (Mostly Inert Ingredients formerly in hair sprays cans and automobile air conditions, etc.) and provoked the Montreal Protocol of 1987 banning all CFC’s. The Montreal Protocol is widely viewed as the only successful international environment agreement to date and was signed by the United States and 196 other countries. One colleague said of him: "He saved the world from a major catastrophe: never wavering in his commitment to science, truth and humanity, and did so with integrity and grace." Another colleague said. “His discovery was about more than just stratospheric ozone," "It was about the whole environment. It was the start of the global era of the environment." (http://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-sherwood-rowland- 20120312-story.html

At the University of California Irvine campus where he taught, a University building is named Rowland Hall after him. Not so much at OWU. President Rock Jones said at his passing in 2012: “Sherry Rowland showed us what was possible and will forever inspire us. He is an Ohio Wesleyan institution.” (Ohio Wesleyan Magazine VOLUME 89 ISSUE NO.2 SUMMER 2012)

I not sure Sherwood Rowland can “forever inspire us” at OWU if his history and accomplishments are not recognized in a major and proper manner. Is anyone willing to assist in getting Sherwood Rowland, “The Man that saved the World”, the recognition that he deserves at OWU? If so email me: [email protected] or text 310 809 1430

Dale Faulkner 445 Inspiration Trail, Wimberley, TX 78676 832-265-0532 [email protected]

Spouse: Sandy Number of children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 4 Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan: OWU track and football and SAE friends.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life: Good prep for medical school.

Professor I will always remember and why: Libby Reed: English

Where I have traveled ad places I would like to see: Europe, Japan, South Korea, South America, and Israel.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan: Busy cardiology practice for 38 years. Joy-great kids and grandkids.

Where were you when JFK was shot? SAE house.

Russell “Russ” Erling Finsness 412-680-5731 [email protected]

Spouse: Kathryn Number of Children: 5 Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Good friends; Life at the Phi Delt house; Playing Lacrosse.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I spent 3 years in the US Marine Corps including a tour in Vietnam. Then I worked 7 years in Jamaica where I learned to play rugby. I captained the Montego Bay RFC for several years and was selected several times to play for the Jamaican National Team. In 1977 I moved to Pittsburgh to manage a small manufacturing company. Three years later I started my own contract manufacturing company, MetPlas Inc, which still operates in Pittsburgh. Two marriages, five terrific daughters, five (and counting) grandkids. My wife Kay and I moved to south Florida 10 years ago, but we still enjoy our summers in Pittsburgh and Deep Creek Lake in Maryland.

(Finsness continued) Where were you when JFK was shot? My room in the Phi Delt house, 19 Williams Drive.

Linda Fisher

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Friendships and the well-rounded education. The evening rush to the stacks at the library and the walks back to the dorm after closing.

How OWU influenced my life OWU gave me the knowledge, skills, guidance the opportunity leading me to a career that gave me much satisfaction and delight.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Martha Dallmann (see me MED) expected perfection in every area associated with the classrooms of her students; lesson plans, bulletin boards, dress, and hair were under scrutiny. I left OWU ready for the classroom and for a wonderful career thanks to Miss Dallmann.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see My husband, Dave ’65, and I have been extremely fortunate to have traveled to all seven continents. Each area has its own story – travel teaches so much.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My life with my husband of 49 years raising two wonderful daughters and now seeing our two active grandsons develop has been my greatest joy. Our lives together involved in education, with the Air Force and with our travels have added to the joy. My 38 years teaching reading to elementary children experiencing difficulties was very fulfilling.

Granville “Jim” James Foster 239-431-6466 [email protected]

Spouse: Janice Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Cold winter weather and very nice people.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Convinced me I wanted to live in a wonderful warm climate.

(Foster continued) Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Europe, Russia, Germany, and Spain.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Graduated at 26 from the University of Southern California with a Ph.D. in Political Science.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Boston

Other important information Live in Naples, Florida and love it!

Edward Frankel 516-377-788 [email protected]

Spouse: Susan Frankel Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Professor I will always remember and why My sophomore year, the year we switched to a three term system I got over my head in a difficult class. Dean Ingraham told me to drop the class and I would be O.K. It didn't pass muster with the academic board, since dropping the course would make me a part time student and I would be ineligible for dorm life. I took an "F" at his direction and we had an unspoken agreement. I would work hard and he would keep me in school even though my GPA was below requirement. A few years later I got my Ph.D. in School Psych. and found myself professionally "giving breaks' to other hurting souls and fostering growth along the way.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Peace Corps India -1966-68 was my initial journey and in retirement I have returned there as well as many European, Asian and Latin American journeys.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I passed through the lounge in the MUB and saw Walter Cronkite with the original report. I raced back downstairs and alerted my friends at the table and we flowed back up to digest the news.

Diane Marie Adams French 508-309-4876 [email protected]

Spouse: Rev. Rolland S. French, Jr. Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My roommates and suite mates and fun times in the dorms. Times with my future-husband. The music department.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met my husband my freshman year and have not looked back! (married 50 years in Aug 2016)

Professor I will always remember and why Charles Thompson (music department). A very kind man who always gave me A's in music theory.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Spent 3 years in the Philippines as a United Methodist missionary--son was born there. Have traveled in Europe on tours, eastern Canada, Japan and many states.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan We have two sons. Both are wonderful husbands and have stimulating jobs. I began organ lessons at age 30 and have played in many church services. I worked in computer support for some 22 years and retired 10 years ago.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Watching TV in the smoker room in Monnett Hall.

Other important information We live near Boston and near our son and his family. Have a summer cottage in northern VT. Come visit!

James “Gins” Louis Ginsburg 443-610-3712 [email protected]

Spouse: Tru Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Transitioning from an East Coast big city to a small town Ohio community and not knowing anyone was a difficult transition. Most of my memories involve my fellow students. Being an (Ginsburg continued) active fraternity member the first two years certainly broadened my perspective in a number of areas! However, my most cherished memories revolve around being a lacrosse team member for four years. Able to start my freshman year, I played primarily with upper classmen and through them really learned OWU traditions. After 50 years, my closest OWU friends today are those with whom I played lacrosse.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Rooted in a politically liberal family and moving from big city environment of Baltimore to a very conservative small town had a big influence on me. The worldwide events of the '60s, especially the Vietnam War, made for differing opinions on campus and my hearing this diversity of thought helped me in my life and career.

Immediately after graduation, I received a Masters of Social Work, with an emphasis on community organization. The diversity of the OWU student body and faculty helped me in my career as an affordable housing developer to reach out to those in need of housing, yet work with the bureaucratic processes of government. My collaborative skills were certainly honed by OWU educational and extra-curricular team experiences.

Professor I will always remember and why As a history & political science major, I had many tough, outstanding professors, whose classes and teachings are still firm memories for me: David Jennings; Richard Smith, who made battlefields come alive; Arthur Peterson; and Gene Chenoweth.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Early on, we traveled through the USA with our young boys and, now, to visit friends and family. Since our younger son, his Danish wife and their two tri-lingual sons live in Berlin, Germany, Europe has also become a frequent destination.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My life revolves around family, friends and colleagues, as well as work. Except for three years, I have lived in Baltimore. Married for 47 years, we have two sons. The older, Matt, has been organizing on labor and social issues since a teenager and now lives in Greater Washington DC, working as Legal Counsel for the AFL-CIO. Matt and his wife, a nurse practitioner, have two great children, 7 & 9. We visit frequently since they live about an hour away. Our younger son, Josh, and his wife are professional jazz musicians, living in Berlin with their two sons. We see them as frequently as possible. My work career has always involved community organizing, moving from non-profit to private multi-family housing development.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I remember exactly! In an astronomy course at the planetarium with Dr. Phil Stanger, someone ran in with the news that Kennedy had been critically shot. Dr. Stanger was extremely upset and dismissed the class. He was so distraught I drove him home. That night, I went with a Catholic friend to a church service; as a Jew, it was a new

(Ginsburg continued) experience for me, but very moving under the circumstance of the assassination of a President, who many of us thought would change our world.

Karen Kay Fockler Goldberg 518-654-9759 [email protected]

Spouse: Robert Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Most of my favorite memories fall into two categories--social and academic. I will always remember sorority life--rush, meetings, events like Ski Lodge Party and serenading on Fraternity Row, and involvement in the campaigns for campus officers. Academically, I will NEVER forget the impact of the math and physics departments on my future life. I can picture Martha Hodge, Sally Benedict, and Jim Oberg crooning the tune we composed for the Pi Mu Epsilon honorary.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life As I sit typing this, I only have to look up to see my OWU diploma, Phi Beta Kappa certificate, and my Harvard diploma hanging on the office wall. Each were the blocks that formed my career path which, I believe, was made easier by the weight that each of them carried. Friendships formed at OWU are fondly remembered though not necessarily kept close.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Robert Wilson was my mentor as well as my advisor, and we math majors heeded his words. Forget the volleyball in the Tom Hanks movie Cast Away, THIS was our WILSON!

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We have traveled to Canada, Italy, France, and England as well as extensively in the US. I would like to visit all 50 states, not just pass through them.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I had a career as a high school math teacher for 25 years (with a sabbatical to stay home with children). I find that almost 2/3 of my Facebook friends are former students. One of the challenges in teaching was the writing of the college recommendations--- aargh! After writing them for many years, I was thrilled to write one for my own daughter who was subsequently accepted into the same Harvard program that I had

(Goldberg continued) been through some 34 years before. My husband (also my best friend) surprised me on my 70th birthday with a thoroughbred racehorse, well, one leg of it. Since we live in the Saratoga area of New York, it made sense to really enjoy the races.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I had just returned from classes at lunchtime to Perkins house, when the news exploded. Our house mother opened her door to us, and we sat glued to the TV for days watching the horror unfold. Unforgettable.

Carl M. Good III 560 Longley Rd. Groton, MA 01450 978-273-7880 [email protected]

Spouse: Wendy

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Friends, ATO fraternity, discovery of the wonders of molecular genetics.

Professor I will always remember and why Bossert, Chemistry

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Most of Europe, Soviet Union, Poland, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Greece, Israel, Jordon, Egypt, Turkey, Peru, Bolivia, Easter Island, Costa Rica, Kenya, Nigeria, India, and Bangladesh.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I received my PhD in molecular genetics from Iowa State University, Post Docs at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Massachusetts, VP Millipore Diagnostics subsidiary, President ICSC, Directors of development Cambridge Biotech, VP R&D Avitar corporation, -products my groups have developed are used in the manufacture of many vaccines and biopharmaceuticals.

Where were you when JFK was shot? At OWU.

Other important information Carl M. Good III, Ph.D. Carl is an Ohio farm boy who received his BA from Ohio Wesleyan University, a Ph.D. in molecular genetics from Iowa State University and did postdoctoral studies at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Massachusetts Medical Schools. Carl has worked in Biotech at the VP of R&D level and has led the development of a variety of medical tests including those for heart attack, limes disease, (Good continued) cholesterol and drugs of abuse. Several tests for the screening and confirmation of HIV were developed by Carl and his colleagues and are in use around the world. Humanitarian Missions: Rotary Polio Mission-Nigeria 2010, Rotary General Medical Mission-Kenya 2008, Rotary Polio Mission Bangladesh-2007. Carl and Wendy have lived in Massachusetts off and on since 1972, most recently living in Groton, MA since 1982.

Charles (Chuck) Arthur Goulding 802-334-2444 [email protected]

Spouse: Mary Patricia Goulding Number of Children: 1

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life An interest in pursuing physics.

Professor I will always remember and why Phillips Burnside who taught the underlying understanding of science. Dr. Ferguson who taught me how to write.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I got my Ph.D. in physics and met my present wife. Ended my career at Los Alamos National Lab. and then retired to Vermont.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was on my way home to Detroit skipping school.

Randall (Rand) Griffin 13041 Wainwright Rd, Highland, MD 20777 410-340-9540 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I cherish memories of SAE, Libby Reed, numerous social events, lacrosse, swimming and the thirst to learn.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life My parents were living in London all the time I was OWU, and so this became my home. The friendships developed, the engagement with professors, the sports activities, the MUB time spent, the off campus parties and the accelerated learning all combined to form my being. I was totally unprepared for Vietnam, and the impact on our generation, and for that I fault myself and the University. It all accelerated so fast upon us and we were ill prepared. I reflect back that OWU taught me to think, analyze, contest and articulate my thoughts. It also taught me to enjoy life despite the daily pressures.

Professor I will always remember and why I will always remember and cherish Libby Reed and John Reed. Libby taught report writing which became my singular most important class because of her drive for perfection, her spirit, her philosophy on life and her demand that you do your best, always. I think of her often.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have been fortunate to have lived in many places and traveled to over 100 countries, some in youth, some in college visiting my parents and a lot for work. I am now slowly working through my bucket list and re-visiting places in depth. Life is now about creating memories and giving back to others, both passions for me.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduation from Ohio Wesleyan I have had a great life since leaving OWU, other than the surprise of being drafted as a Canadian into the US Army and working through that to become an officer, only to end up in Vietnam with the Special Forces living with a Vietnamese Special Forces unit and constantly in combat. After a short career in AT&T, I went to Harvard Business School and upon graduation started a 40 year career in real estate. I honestly can say I never had a job I didn’t love. I loved building things-buildings, teams, companies- and learned to stretch people beyond their imagination, to constantly raise the bar and to achieve beyond dreamed results. I learned the failures of undercapitalization, the challenge of working internationally in a multi-cultural situation and the stresses of being a public company CEO. I have not been as connected to OWU as I should have been but have been recovering this oversight. I have tried to make a difference in the communities I live and work in and have pursued my passions of art, architecture, wine, traveling, skiing, Maine and wonderful friends. I look forward to reconnecting, and apologize for not staying connected to so many past collegiate friends.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In astronomy class. The professor came in with the announcement and we all went out on the lawn to cry and discuss this horrific event. I remember it like yesterday.

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Betty Lou Plaggemier Guthrie 12306 Francel Lane, Cypress, TX 77429-6039 281-370-3956 [email protected]

Spouse: Edward Austin Guthrie, Jr. Number of Children: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Some of my favorite memories are meeting wonderful friends and roommates, learning in a “family” atmosphere, the freshmen dinks, Frosh-Soph Tug-of-War, being initiated into Delta Gamma and leadership positions, fraternity parties, chapel, Lecture Series, the eerie tales of the tunnel between Austin and Monnett Halls, signing in and out, curfews, being selected as a Senior Advisor (even though I spent my senior year on the 3rd floor of Monnett Hall with the new Hayes Hall in clear view!), the dining room ritual of waiting for the doors to open and standing until the resident director was seated, saying Grace, eating “family style” and sometimes guessing what the entree was! So many wonderful traditions make for treasured memories! Not so great memory is the walk from Austin Hall to Merrick Hall in freezing weather and deep snow for my 8 AM advanced calculus class! My favorite memory was meeting Ed at freshmen class registration in Edwards Gymnasium and that story continues through today!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I have appreciated the liberal arts education I received at OWU. It prepared me for graduate school even 22 years later and for future endeavors and my many volunteer roles. Critical thinking, reaching outside the box, not accepting mediocracy, valuing standards and ethics are a few influences that I can credit to my years at OWU. Having married a fellow alumnus, we share a common bond and many memories which have strengthened our ties to OWU.

Professor I will always remember and why As a psychology major, I studied under Dr. Harry Barrack, a brilliant professor and researcher, and Dr. Hubert Bonner, whose views on humanism and existentialism greatly influenced me. I enjoyed observing children at the pre-school with Mrs. Osbourne. This sparked my interest in working with emotionally challenged children.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We have traveled to 48 states, three provinces of Canada, Mexico, England, Scotland, Ireland and Norway where I was honored to christen the ship “Highland Prestige”. This summer our family will be cruising the Rhine and seeing parts of The Netherlands, France, Switzerland and extending our travels to southern Germany.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Ed and I married in 9-66. He earned his MBA at Case-Western Reserve and worked full time, while I worked as a dental assistant and nursery school teacher at an inner-city day care center. We then had a son and a daughter who have been the joys of our lives! We are so fortunate to have them living in the Houston area. While living in Marquette, MI, I completed my MAEd. in Counseling and Guidance at Northern Michigan U., was selected as an apprentice in the NMU Counseling Center, was a peer- group leader at the community Women’s Center, and volunteered in the schools and community. After moving to the Houston area, I became very active as a Delta Gamma alumna locally and on the international level as a Province Alumnae Chairman, Foundation Director of Service for Sight (philanthropy) and Grants, Foundation Director of Scholarships and Fellowships and in other positions. I was honored with the Fraternity Cable Award. The local alumnae Panhellenic Association honored me as “Sorority Women of the Year” a couple of years ago. Having remained in contact with several of my OWU friends, I have acquired many life-long friends within and outside of my DG activities. However, my greatest joy is our family and all the wonderful memories of our life together!

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was studying in Slocum Library when I heard the radio announcement that JFK had been assassinated. As I returned to my dorm, I sensed a quiet pall had fallen over the campus as most students walked back to their living units. Quite a life-changing moment and reality check for all!

Edward (Ed) A. Guthrie 12306 Francel Lane, Cypress, Texas 77429 281-370-3956 [email protected]

Spouse: Betty Number of Children: 2 Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Freshman Camp and Registration, where I met my wife to be four years later, was the first memorable moment at OWU. I also have many fond memories of Delta Tau Delta and my Brothers including my stint as steward working with the “Foogie Man”. Another cherished memory is my work on the Chapel Committee with both the administration and other students to restructure the chapel requirement. Most rewarding, however, was my senior year when I served as a Dorm Counselor in Welsh Hall and helped “my” freshman through their first year in college. In addition, one of the most interesting experiences was the Presidential Election in 1964 when, through the Institute of Practical Politics, I was involved in the Goldwater campaign in Ohio.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU gave me the education and motivation to systematically set and attain goals at both the personal and professional level. I also learned to think independently and (Guthrie continued) arrive at solutions to problems after consideration of all related factors. It was the foundation for my further education in finance and eventual success I enjoyed in the business world.

Professor I will always remember and why Earl Warner was one of my favorite professors because he awakened my interest in politics and government, which I have retained to this day. He was both inspirational and motivational in his teachings which centered on the art of compromise as the foundation of a democratic government – an art which seems to be lost today in the House and Senate.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see My work has taken me to Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil, Aruba, Trinidad, Scotland, England, Norway, Germany and France. On family trips we have also been to Ireland, Canada and all 50 states. This summer we are taking a riverboat trip down the Rhine River and will experience The Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have been fortunate enough to enjoy professional success in helping two oilfield service companies grow from small companies to New York Stock Exchange listed companies as the chief financial officer. I have met and retained many professional friends in the financial industry and been recognized by my peers in various financial organizations. I have retired from work and now spend time volunteering for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo which has awarded over $450 million in scholarships to the youth of Texas since 1932. Over 32,000 volunteers work to put on this event each year. Most important to me, however, is my role as a father and husband. Betty and I are proud of both of our children and their accomplishments in their careers as well as their personal development as positive contributors to our society.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was outside between Slocum and Gray Chapel when the bells in Gray Chapel started to ring and wondered why they were ringing. Shortly afterward I found out that the assassination was the reason.

Linda Ross Hamilton 519 9th St, Somers Point NJ 08244 (April-Oct), 25651 Red Blush Circle, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 609-271-6510 [email protected]

Partner: Fred Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Dorm Life, Theta house life, time spent with my sorority sisters.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life The importance of hard work—doing my best!

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see (Hamilton continued) Many of our National Parks, Canadian Rockies, Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Ireland, Rhine River Cruise, Austria, Germany, Italy (Trafalger Tour), Costa Rica, and Nova Scotia, this June to Iceland.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I retired from teaching Biology (H.S.) in 2008. I have been with my partner, Manfred Maron, since 2007. We live 6 months in Florida at Citrus Park in Bonita Springs where Fred plays softball and I dance. We love ballroom dancing, partner line dancing and country line dancing. Our Park has 70 activities so there are always fun things to do. My grandchildren range from 24 to 3 months old—no great grandchildren yet!

Other important information We are blessed with good health, an active lifestyle, and a home on a small lake where I can enjoy all of Florida’s birds and water view. I graduated from East Carolina University, received my Masters from Mary Grove College and earned many graduate credits as I traveled with Study Grants and Fellowships. Theta sisters have kept in touch over the years and we have had mini-reunions several times, so even though I was only 2 ½ years at Ohio Wesleyan University, it holds special memories for me.

Jeffrey “Jeff” V. Hannie 813-985-0075 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The biggest memory from OWU was not a cherished one. When I was a 20 year old junior, I met a 19 year old sophomore. We dated for 6 weeks and then I told her I was quite sure she was the person I wanted to spend my life with. She advised me that she was committed to a boy back home and she did not want to hurt my feelings. It was too late for that. She married him in 1967 and they are still happily married. I never felt that sure about a potential spouse since.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Somehow, even though it was not in any course I took, during my freshman year the box critical thinking was opened. I could not close it, and for better (Tope) or worse that box still remains open. The following is one example of its power. When I came to OWU, I was a true believing Christian. By the summer after my freshman year, I became an Agnostic Humanist, which I remain to this day.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Harry Bahrick. He was informative, he held your attention and he really knew his subject. He was so good. I really thought about making psychology my major. I chose politics and government instead.

What I would like to do While I believe many of my classmates have retired or are near the end of their careers, I am just getting started in the one I am passionate about. I would like to help make Humanism a major belief system in the 21st century and beyond.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I worked in my father’s business from 1967-1973 except for the 22 months I was on active duty in the U.S. Navy, from December 1968 thru September 1970. My main career was in accounting from September 1975-January 2015. I was a licensed CPA in Florida from 1979-2012. This is not my career of passion and also having serotonin deficiency, I never really excelled in my profession. I was also a member of the AICPA.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in the library. I did not know about it until a little later when my advisor got a phone call while I was meeting with him. He advised me the president had been shot and I immediately went to the MUB for more information.

(Hannie continued) Other important information I have a serotonin deficiency. Serotonin is a chemical in the brain and if you have that deficiency, it can cause a number of negative issues. The ways it affected me were a loss of confidence, OCD behavior, being indecisive, depression, trying to change the past, unable to accept certain realities, slowing of the learning process, among others. It first really started affecting me in early 1963 during my freshman year at OWU. It went undiagnosed until early this century. With the right medication and counseling, it still took me till recently to work through all this and the damage it caused. It cost me my marriage that I had with a wonderful woman, it caused me to drop out of law school, plus many more misfortunes. Basically, from roughly February 1963 until around February 2016, I was in the abyss. I am now going forward in my life to enhance the chances that I will have many years to pursue my career and find a good woman who would like to share our lives along the way. Life now is looking like it should at graduation! Live every day to the fullest!!

Carol Bateman Hannum 7719 78th Loop NW, Olympia, WA 98502 (360)-866-2713 [email protected]

Spouse: James Hannum Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Sitting on the roof of the Monett Hall on nice days…The now antiquated rules of conduct for girls entertaining boys, in the lobby of Monett Hall…Being allotted a small number of “Midnights” to return to the dorm …if not, back by ten, then being written up…Chapel Cards (computer punch cards, remember them?)…nice fall walks from the dorm to campus, past beautiful Victorian homes…THE BURNING of the communal art student found sculpture…Great teachers and friends.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I learned an appreciation for history, especially Medieval History (thanks to Dr. Hastings Eels), and for Art History (thanks to Miss Getz)…which led to a lifetime of teaching Art and Art History in colleges and universities.

Professor I will always remember and why Miss Getz! She was tough, but instilled an interest in art history that carried through the rest of my life. It was a surprise, and a pleasure to run into Miss Getz well after I graduated. I was visiting Bay View, Michigan and saw Miss Getz coming toward me on the sidewalk. We had the nicest conversation, and I had an opportunity to let her know how much I appreciated her classes. There were others that were memorable too, Hastings Eels, and Dr. Judd. Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I love the discoveries and surprises of traveling. During our working lives we used vacation time and took advantage of volunteer opportunities, with organizations that served hospitals in Vietnam, and Guatemala. Jim did the surgery, and I was the operating room gopher, tended the supply room, went to markets in search of needed items for the surgery team, and occasionally chased cats out of the operating room. In our retirement we travel for fun. I take a sketchbook wherever I go. I have reprinted and bound some of my sketches into small books.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and (friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I regret that we live 3,000 miles from our children and grandchildren. But the good news is that we are keeping the airlines in business, by seeing them often! I enjoyed my years of teaching, and remain in touch with students, some from quite long ago. In my retirement, I have managed to find odd and interesting design projects…coloring books for a children’s hospital, hot sauce labels for a small company in Idaho, children’s book illustrations, set designs for Olympia, illustration for a historic highway sign. And, I am the cheapest illustrator Jim can find for his railroad history books.

Where were you when JFK was shot? On the front steps of the Art Hall, chatting with friends during a break.

Other important information A big “Hi” to my OWU roommate, Linda Iannone (Harkleroad), whom I haven’t seen for years, but we have always kept in touch with holiday greetings and news. And a shout out to Grace Wong, whom I haven’t seen since graduating from OWU, but can picture her as if it were yesterday.

Dr. James S. Hannum 7719 78th Loop NW Olympia, WA 98502 (360)-866-2713 [email protected]

Spouse: Carol Bateman Hannum Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Small town atmosphere of Delaware and personal influences of professors.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life It gave me a good credential for graduate school.

Professor I will always remember and why Several in the Philosophy Department

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Six medical missionary trips to Vietnam, one to Guatemala, a couple of trips to Chile and Argentina, one to the Galapagos Islands, India, and Cambodia.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I enjoy working in the yard. I am currently working on a book or atlas of maps of the logging railroads in northern Michigan.

Other important information Retired physician (Otolaryngology or ENT) in Olympia, Washington.

Mary Ellen Warner Harned 502-897-2485 [email protected]

Spouse: Rick (Federic) Number of Children: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Probably the most meaningful interests for me at OWU were backstage theatre, international student activities, and being a DG. Mostly I worked offstage, including a fun memory of working props for "Inherit the Wind" freshman year when I had to fry chicken back at the dorm for each show, so the reporter character could eat a drumstick while walking across the stage! I'm sure this led to my life-long love of theatre. Already interested in other cultures, I was active in the International Students club and related events like the Midwest Model UN. The most life-changing event of my college years was the junior year I spent living and studying in Japan.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU provided me with a solid liberal arts foundation as I have followed evolving career paths. With a fellowship from the East-West Center in Hawaii, I earned an M.A. in Cultural Anthropology with field research in the Palau Islands of Micronesia. After returning to U.S. the long way via Asia, Mid-East & Europe, my first career was International Student Adviser at Boston U and later Univ. of Louisville. With personal computers bringing a significant cultural shift, I began teaching teachers how to use these new tools and earned an Ed.S. in Computer Education. After learning about technology removing barriers for persons with disabilities, I moved into the non-profit world working on disability and later elder care issues as an agency director.

Professor I will always remember and why I will not forget Prof. Butler A. Jones, chair of the Sociology-Anthropology Department, and my adviser. He was demanding and challenging, especially when I decided to write an Honors Paper my senior year about a social issue in Japan. During the process he was my strongest critic, but when I faced the orals panel, he was supportive and proud of my efforts.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see As someone for whom cross-cultural understanding is a core value, I have indeed been fortunate in traveling to over 40 countries. But the richest experiences have been when I have lived abroad. Certainly my junior year living with a Japanese family was paramount with a friendship over 50 years; although I had been back several times, in 2014 my "sisters" hosted us royally when I took my husband there for his first time. We have visited Nicaragua 5 times staying in a tiny rural village with which my church has an ongoing partnership, staying in their modest homes. After retirement, we lived in Montevideo, Uruguay, for 6 months, teaching English and traveling throughout South America. Our list for new adventures overseas continues...

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan At reunion time, I will be en route to Alaska, celebrating 42 years of happy marriage with husband Rick, my "partner in all of life's adventures." We are blessed with daughter Sandy, and son Dave, both in their mid-30s and not married yet, but healthy and busy in their careers. Since retirement in 2010, we became certified in English as Second Language and lived in Uruguay. We share a passion for travel and community service: my husband's active with Rotary, gardening and planting trees; I'm involved with refugee resettlement, family history, book clubs, and public radio. I published a memoir of my mother: "An American Bride in Pre-War Japan: My Mother's Story." For my loving family and fulfilling life experiences, I feel truly blessed!

Where were you when JFK was shot? I have a vivid memory of coming out of French language lab when someone said that the President had been shot, but we were mostly bewildered. I walked to Slocum where TVs had been set up, and there I heard Cronkite announce that the President was dead. How could this possibly be happening was our reaction. As I walked down Winter Street to the dorm, I spoke with everyone I met, whether I knew them or not. Although shocked, there was something about the community sharing that helped us through.

Other important information I had a truly educational experience when I was elected as an alumni member of the Board of Trustees in the mid-80's. Enrollment decline was a serious issue for many liberal arts colleges at that time. I was so proud that the Board decided to uphold its admission standards even though OWU would become a smaller institution and it might be necessary to dip into the endowment to see us through. It was a bold decision to ensure that OWU would remain academically strong. Edward “Ed” D. Hennel 401 Sharon Court, Middletown, OH 45042 (513)-884-2722 [email protected]

Spouse: Judy Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 8

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Working on the yearbook and newspaper staff.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We have traveled throughout the world. We celebrated 50 years of wedded bliss this year with a trip to Alaska. Future travel plans include South Africa, China and India.

Joan Keith Francis Hoffmann 850-228-2204 [email protected]

Spouse: Joseph Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan OWU was a perfect college for me: its size, commitment to a Liberal Arts education, the opportunities in the arts, the excellent professors, and the friends I made in classes and in my four years in a sorority (Zeta Tau Alpha)

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life The Liberal Arts education I received there was something that will always be with me. I loved being able to study English, Psychology, Biology, Religion, German and have them all be a part of my life as an adult.

Professor I will always remember and why OWU was full of many memorable professors for me and the wonderful learning I had from them. Since I was a Zoology major, some of my best memories were of all the variety of classes I took from the professors there. My love of microbes, anatomy and physiology, genetics, insects, birds stems from that time. I did Physiology research from Dr. Donald Smith and later on spent time as a research assistant at Florida State University in bacterial genetics. One of my other favorite professors was Dr. Homer Blanchard from whom I took two years of German. He opened my eyes to languages and other countries, as well as being a mentor for me.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Traveling and experiencing different places and cultures have always been important to my husband, Joe, and I. We have been in 49 of the states in the USA and have visited and hiked in many National Parks throughout the USA and Canada. We have made 11 (Hoffmann continued) trips to Europe: a two-week cruise up and back down the coast of Norway, a Baltic Sea Cruise , and a visit to Greece with a tour among the Greek islands, a River cruise from Amsterdam to Vienna, Eastern Europe, Ireland, England, Scotland, Spain, Provence and Paris, and three trips to Italy. We've also been to Central and South America: Costa Rica, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and Chile. Left on my bucket list: Switzerland, more time in Paris and England.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Joe and I will have been married 50years in August 2016. We have always been a part the academic world. Joe is a retired Math professor, and I have used my Biology background in many ways in research and teaching, but then spent almost 20 years as an aide with Special Education in the elementary school. I've always been interested in nature, and enjoy hiking, bird watching, studying wildflowers and supporting nature and animal causes. I've kept up choral singing since I left OWU and have sung with many different church choirs, the Jacksonville symphonic choir, and the Tallahassee Community Chorus. I've even tried playing hand bells for a while. I have enjoyed raising our son Mark and now get to spend time with our two grandsons.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I watched the coverage on television in the basement smoking room of Monnett Hall.

Other important information There are a group of 12 of us who lived in an Honor House in 1965-1966 who still have a Christmas newsletter every year. We've shared many things and memories over the years. I regret that I haven't been back to visit OWU in many years, but I have always enjoyed keeping up with the University, and will continue to do so.

Marclon “Marky” Mary Corum Hooper 361-937-3395 [email protected]

Spouse: Jerry Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan At the end of my first, very jittery climb to the 4th floor of Austin Hall was the warm smile of fellow freshman, Patty Josepheson. Who would have imagined that greeting would have blossomed into such a special friendship?

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU gave me a sense of confidence I had never known. Upon graduation I believed I could accomplish any goal I set for myself.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Montgomery had a unique way of guiding us through the Bible from an historical approach, which brought those accounts to life. Using the Bible as a text book, making notes in the margins and using highlighters didn't seem respectful, but it certainly worked.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Travel has taken me to 46 of the 50 states, and not quite so many foreign countries. Some of my favorites are the locations with comfortably warm climates, although from all the travel information I receive about Alaska, someone knows it is still on my "first time list".

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I finished school in December 1965 and 4 days later was married. One of the highlights of our marriage was the time Jerry was in the air force. Our 2 sons and 1 daughter have offered far fewer challenges than the abundance or rewards - the most precious of these are our grandchildren. Rewards continue coming our way each time we see results of our presence in their lives. Of course those all-important friendships which began 50 years ago continue to have a positive impact on my life today. Having a hot air balloon is something I never anticipated, but it has been a blast.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in my dorm room when my roommate, Toni Baker Downs, came bounding in and delivered the dreadful news. After that I was glued to the television in the main living room with the multitudes, as we agonized over the hours of coverage.

Other important information My granddaughter graduates (HS) on May 13 and only niece will be married on May 14, so am unable to attend. I would love to hear from anyone who has the time to share your reunion experience. Second hand is better than missing out completely. If I could be there in person I would extend an invitation for everyone to join us in Albuquerque for the 2016 International Balloon Fiesta for our 25th year. Check out SS America.net.

Robert Hotaling After graduating from Ohio Wesleyan in 1966, I began graduate school at the University of Michigan that fall. Enrolled in Geology, I intended to become a petroleum geologist. However, my concerns and priorities changed. I completed an M.S. in geology and then entered the School of Natural Resources, earning another M.S.

I met Paula Bartolini (B.A. Syracuse, M.S. & Ph.D. Michigan) in 1967. We married in 1970 and have been in Ann Arbor ever since. We have two children and four grandchildren, two of which are in college. Our daughter teaches physics and chemistry, our son maintains the network for the Ann Arbor Public Schools.

I became a naturalist, joining the staff of Kensington Metropark Nature Center. I was there for 40 years, retiring as a regional supervisor. My primary interest is birds. Duties included developing programs, writing, keeping records of flora and fauna and making 16 mm movies for use in area schools, many of which were in Detroit.

I have been fortunate to do extensive world travel, mostly centered round birding. Six continents have been visited, some frequently. The past few months have included trips to the Pantanal Region of Brazil, Sri Lanka and Ghana. In May, we will go to Italy, for a walking tour of Umbria.

On the day my wife retired, she applied to the Peace Corps, something she wanted to do since the 1960s. She was accepted and assigned to Romania for 27 months, working in a remote farming community. She was initially assumed to be a spy or why else would she be there? I was still working but was able to make five visits, mostly to Romania. Twice, we met elsewhere, going to Vienna and Istanbul.

My best memories of Ohio Wesleyan were centered round the Geology and Geography Department. I was most influenced by John Tillman, who had been educated at the University of Michigan. I had many other fine professors at OWU including Gordon Almstead and Melvin Vulgamore.

I have many interests besides birding, including reading (we have 15 crammed bookcases), gardening, walking, following U-M sports, baseball (San Francisco Giants) and a myriad of hobbies. We also spend time on Mackinac Island, in northern Michigan. Ann Arbor is a great place to live. It’s a ways from New Jersey and Connecticut, where we were raised but it’s been home for a long time.

My best wishes for a successful alumni weekend.

Carl H. Ill 269-349-7567 [email protected]

Spouse: Anna Zalinskis Ill Number of Children: 2 and 1 stepdaughter Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Forming good friendships; late night discussions; going to football and basketball games; non-major classes like zoology, geology, music app., and art app., which lead to lifelong interests outside my "field." Learning bridge; infiltrating the John Birch Society for the fun of it; working my way through college -- something probably impossible today. How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Preparing me for an interesting life and teaching that no matter how sure you are about anything, you might be wrong.

Professor I will always remember and why Being an English major, there were, Spencer, Marshall, Heald....But also those outside my major whose names escape me, but who inspired me to love learning in new areas.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Non-exotic places in the West and Southwest, visited mostly on foot. Grand vistas, mountains, high desert, experiencing beauty and appreciating our place in nature.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Developing a love of and commitment to family. Spending 42 years in public education - - a field I loved and one that I sincerely believe is the backbone of a free society.

Where were you when JFK was shot? On the second floor of the Alpha Sig house.

Other important information Dave Doan, also class of '66, was for many years my personal doctor; visceral proof of how OWU prepared us for excellence and compassion.

Elizabeth “Betty” Murphy Jackson 6205 Farstar Place, Columbia, MD 21045 443-546-3227 [email protected]

Spouse Name: Robert S. Jackson (Bob) [also Class of 1966] Number of Children: Two—daughter and son

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan? The small classes, devoted professors, and some great friendships with classmates.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life? I consider myself a thoughtful person who researches topics, seeks a variety of opinions, strives to be a good listener, and tries to achieve a balance among family, work, and leisure time. Although this description fits my parents’ personalities and lifestyle, I think attending OWU confirmed the validity of such an outlook/lifestyle because of its strong liberal arts program.

(Jackson continued) Professors I will always remember and why? Dr. Lauren Wilson, Chemistry: He learned all our names within three class meetings and when I stopped by the new science building eight years later, he said “Hi, Betty! How are you?” Dr. David Jennings, Recent American History (1929 to the present): He made historic events interesting and taught us how to keep events in perspective. Mrs. Reed, Report Writing: She was the most remarkable teacher, along with her famous red pen, who shaped many of us hoping to write in some capacity in our future careers. Dr. F. Eugene White, The Novel: He was a dashing, scholarly man who kept our attention on the structure and word usage of the early novel form. Dr. Robert Crosby, American Drama and Theatre: He seemed to be always cheerful and imparted a love of theatre that made us members of the audience on a regular basis. Miss Macias, Latin America: The family of a childhood friend stimulated my curiosity about Latin America and Miss Macias helped to fill in the history and culture of the people south of us.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see? Travel has always been a priority for me and I think we have traveled to somewhere beyond home every year since I graduated from OWU. We have toured European and Latin American countries over the last 50 years. I have not been to any Asian countries yet but Japan appeals to me. Along with my sister-in-law and brother-in-law, we visited New Zealand and Australia (Sydney and Melbourne). Bob’s “out-of-country” assignment took us to Ottawa, Canada from 1982-85 where we were embraced by Canadian neighbors. We’ve been watching Rick Steves videos for inspiration of future destinations and affirmation of places we’ve been. We have visited many of the U.S. national parks. Often we visit friends and relatives in North Carolina, Virginia, and New England. Living between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD allows us to plan day trips into each of these unique cities.

Robert “Bob” S. Jackson 6205 Farstar Place, Columbia, MD 21045 443-546-3227 [email protected]

Spouse Name: Elizabeth Murphy Jackson (Betty) [also Class of 1966] Number of Children: Two—daughter and son

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life? OWU is where I met Betty Murphy, who became my wife a year after graduation. To make it a classic OWU story, the fall after graduation, we met on campus and I proposed to her at the Sulphur Spring. We are still together after 49 years! A life-long interest in singing grew from my experiences with the A Capella (Jackson continued) choir (under Rexford Keller) and the men’s Triple Quartet. I continue to enjoy my singing opportunities.

Where I have traveled? Travel has always been important for us. We have traveled to places outside our home area every year since graduating from OWU. A three-year assignment in Canada when our kids were young started them traveling as well. Through vacations on our own, with friends, and with tour groups we have explored many parts of the U.S. as well as many European, Latin American countries and parts of Australia and New Zealand. In addition, a work assignment also gave me a taste of Japan and Korea.

Special interests in my life: Involvement in religious communities has been an important component of my life: initially, protestant (Methodist/Presbyterian) and in recent decades Unitarian/Universalist (UU) communities. The UU involvement has supported and stimulated my decades-long activism in support of the gay (LGBTQ) community and now is encouraging my interest in Civil Rights and environmental issues. The religious communities have also provided the main outlet for my musical activities. My health is also important to me. My regular exercise of walking, hiking, swimming and biking over the decades have provided me both pleasure and health benefits, although the aging process is starting to take its toll.

Eric D. Johnson 204 Serenity Hill Circle, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 919-903-8701 [email protected]

Spouse: Maggie (1966) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Met my wife of 50 years at OWU and was married one week after graduation. Got to know many brothers at ATO and beyond. I do remember some great times in Delaware as well as a swim in the sulfur spring. (Forced when pinned at ATO)

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Got a good liberal arts education as a foundation to life.

Professor I will always remember and why Zeus because he was a free spirit. (Greek Mythology)

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We have been fortunate to have traveled all around the world. Many interesting cities and people.

(Johnson continued) My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Went to Ohio Northern Law School and transferred to and graduated from the University of Arizona. Spent a couple years as a special agent with the FBI and then practiced law in Tucson, AZ for several years. In 1974 we moved back to Zanesville, OH and lived there and practiced law until 1985. We lived in Wilmington, NC and then Jensen Beach, FL until 2014 when we moved to Chapel Hill, NC.

Other important information Our daughter teaches at UNC. Have had several interesting projects and jobs since leaving The Ohio Law practice.

Karen Kale 802-257-1470 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I fondly remember playing piano and singing in the Men's Glee Club, too many moments to list from Mrs. Reed's English classes, celebrating turning 21 by sitting and shivering on Monnett's front porch smoking a cigarette after 10:30, learning a lot about the world from my freshman roommate, Diane Petersen, being a Tri Delta officer during some tough times, and giggling more in four years than I have in all the years since!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I studied and played with good and principled professors and fellow students, traveled as Community Ambassador, giving me a kick start to a lifelong love of international education, being an ESL teacher, and enjoying a lifelong connection with wonderful people who have played a part in my life for 54 years.

Professor I will always remember and why I will always cherish my times with and memories of Libby Reed and Gordon Almstead. What can I say that hasn't already been said about those two?

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I saw the world during my working years at the Experiment in International Living. Since I am more risk aver e than I used to be, I wish Egypt would become safer than it is now.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I ended my working life as a Technical Trainer at a nuclear power plant. What a privilege to work in an industry where care and integrity were the foundations of the business and the employees were just The Best!

(Kale continued) Where were you when JFK was shot? Walking down Sandusky Street where a stranger stopped me to tell the news.

Jim Kirkland 4472 Royal Ridge Way, Kettering, OH 45429 Home: (937)-298-1381 Cell: (937)-239-0421 [email protected]

Spouse: Vicki D. Kirkland Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I cherish the memories of the entire atmosphere of the university, students, administration, faculty and others. I enjoyed my time as Senate Chairman of the OWU Senate in my Jr. Year. I cherish my four years of baseball at OWU, including my junior year when we were the Ohio Conference Champions and went to the Small College NCAA tournament. I cherish my fraternity, Sigma Chi and friends there and friends within my class.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU Alumni Association is very beneficial. Regional meetings that we had, learning of others who had also attended OWU that were functionaries within the community, business and law. I served on the Alumni Board from 1993-2001 at OWU.

Professor I will always remember and why Professors Chenoweth and Leach in Politics and Government for their positions and views and presentations. My professors in the economics department.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have been able to travel throughout the major parts of the world.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and (friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have enjoyed my life and my practice of law in Dayton, Ohio. In my professional career I have, for years, been listed in the Best Lawyers of America, Ohio Super Lawyers. I have been the author of treatises on domestic law practice and on the topic of martial arts in Sowald Morganstern Domestic Relations Law. I have been a lecturer and member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the Ohio State Bar Association.

(Kirkland continued) Where were you when JFK was shot? I was at the Sigma Chi house when I learned that JFK was shot.

Other important information Being able to tell people that I graduated from OWU has been an asset to my life and I have cherished that. I have a daughter who is an OWU graduate, as well as a granddaughter who is currently a student (freshman) at OWU. I salute my classmates, those who cannot be with us and those who are still with us.

Jean Lukins Kittner 3307 Mt. Rainier, Louisville, KY 40241-6210 502-326-9474 [email protected]

Spouse: Al Kittner Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 3

University was a great college choice for me. I made wonderful friends, enjoyed my classes and campus activities, especially my sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma. After college, I taught in Louisville, Atlanta and Dallas. I met Al Kittner, a Dallas commercial real estate broker. WE married in 1973 and lived there for 24 years. After Al’s heart attack with anoxia in 1973, our family moved to Louisville, where we continue to enjoy life.

Gerald Kline Memories I Cherish from Ohio Wesleyan: Most of the memories center around buildings and what went on inside them. Living in the freshman dorm at Selby Stadium on the other side of campus from the Williams Dr. fraternities (to which most of us were pledged) we were a kind of ecumenical fraternity of our own with our own dorm rituals, friendships and loyalties which continued throughout the transfer to the fraternity culture on Williams Dr. Selby itself where I played football for two years and the locker room where Mike Jennings, Russ Geiger and I went through another set of rituals, friendships and loyalties. The Quans-Hut Theatre, Gray Chapel and Willis auditorium where I began to grow as an actor and director in various productions, particularly the annual Shakespeare play.

How OWU influenced my life: I became a Speech major and was taught values, understandings and skills which I put to great use as a high school teacher of English, Speech, Drama and Debate. I directed the plays and coached the debate team. I continued to use those skills when I took a vow of poverty and became a professional actor. Later, when I became involved with (Kline continued) union service in SAG and AFTRA, the debate skills were particularly helpful during committee, Local and National Board meetings and during contract negotiations with TV networks and film studios.

Professors who I’ll always remember: I was guided by Professor Donald Eyssen and Dr. Robert Crosby who were not only classroom instructors but were also play directors in the extra-curricular world of the Wesleyan Players; Dr. Clarence Hunter, Professor Emeritus, who established the Annual Shakespeare Play in which Professor Eyssen participated as an undergrad in the 1920's; Dr. Edward Robinson, who coached the debate team and the championship GE College Bowl team, and Professor Barbara Tull, who taught Speech Pathology, Audiology and Hearing among other courses.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I spent six weeks in 1970 travelling in Europe with my then wife. Much was theatre centered – ancient Greek and Roman theatres, The Teatro Olympico in Vicenza, London theatres. We put 3400 miles on a Mercedes we picked up at the factory and shipped home from London. Trips too many American cities for union conventions, and many weeks in L.A. during contract negotiations. Two weeks in Egypt, many trips to scuba dive on various Caribbean and Mexican locations.

Life since Graduating: I've had a modest career in various aspects of show business - enough to have earned modest pensions from three union funds in theater, television, TV commercials, TV series, and motion picture films. If you both saw me and recognized me, you are among a small sampling. As Daffy Duck would say in the old Warner Brothers cartoons, after readjusting his beak following some physical outrage, "Eh, It's a living!"

Where were you when JFK was shot? Walking out the side door of the Phi Delt house on my way to Astronomy class, Chip Smith called out from a second story window, "The President's been shot in Dallas". When the class assembled, many had not yet heard. Dr. Stanger was very upset and, after a short speech, dismissed us. The night before, I had seen the performance of "Summer and Smoke" at the Quans- Hut - one of the few students who had seen the show or whoever would because the remaining performances were cancelled.

Other important information: I've found a life partner with Janette Gautier. We met doing union committee work in both Screen Actors Guild and The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. The two of us are happy to say that after working a couple decades to get those two unions merged, the memberships voted to create a new union: SAG-AFTRA

Lora “Comfy” Comfort Cunningham Kline 609-206-1842 [email protected]

Spouse: Allan Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Wonderful roommates and friends, things that I am surprised that I learned, enlightenment and romance, adventures and drudgery, small house living and large dorms - making change and being changed.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Provided a profession, teaching Psychology which developed toward teaching rather than Psych. Provided a safe place to grow up.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Bonner for humanistic psychology and Dr. Bahrick for the experimental method.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I've been to Hong Kong in the east and to Germany, Austria, Hungary and England in Europe; also much of the Caribbean and to Mexico. In the states - all of the east, NV & CA

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Enjoyed a career as a high school teacher then a corporate trainer and developer. Have taken and taught Yoga for almost 20 years. Have researched my family history for about that long and currently run a genealogy group. Chairman of the local senior center and love it.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Which one? Heard about the assassination walking back from campus to the dorm. Really missed being home, close to DC, at that time.

Other important information Lived in Maryland; Reno, NV and currently Medford, NJ

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Walbolt Klingler 8508 Hempstead Ave., Bethesda, MD 201817 301-897-5724 [email protected]

Spouse: Jerry Klingler

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I truly enjoyed my classes, the excellent professors, and the small class sizes. I went to football games and liked many social activities.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I benefitted from the small class atmosphere at Ohio Wesleyan. I learned to love the academic atmosphere. I met my future husband, Jerry Klingler, in chemistry and religion classes!

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Larry Wick was my chemistry professor and was so enthusiastic about this science. Dr. John Chase was an extraordinary professor in Zoology and made fossils come to life. Dr. Meluin Valgormoore was a very thoughtful religion professor. He cared deeply about his students.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see My husband and I are interested in history, and we took a tour of Normandy and saw the landing beaches and cemeteries there. We also went on a Smithsonian trip on WWII Allied Invasion of Sicily and Italy. We went with Rotary to Argentina and Uruguay. We also went on 2 legislative trips to China and one to Russia. We also went with our son’s family to Iceland.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan We were married in 1966, the day before I graduated from OWU. We lived in Ann Arbor where Jerry got his media degree and I got a Masters in Biology. When we moved to the D.C. area, I got a law degree. Then we moved to Springfield, Illinois. I became active in politics and was on the school board, city council (1st woman alderman), and a State Representative for 4 years.

Other important information Our two children are married and each has 3 children. Kelly lives in Chicago and is a pediatric allergist. Lance lives in New Hampshire and is a hand orthopedic surgeon. We enjoy taking grandchildren one at a time to places in the U.S. Last summer we went to the Grand Canyon and went white water rafting. Before that to Dinosaur National Monument, and earlier to Williamsburg. This summer we are headed to Mesa Verde National Park.

Ann Sockman Kril 518-584-1436 [email protected]

Spouse: Michael Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Women's Chorale, piano lessons, and my junior year in France.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Language study and year abroad brought me ease with French both the language and the people. Made it easy to spend my life with a French husband.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Lived in: France, Tunisia, Berkeley CA, Arlington VA, Montreal Canada, Westfield NJ and Saratoga Springs NY; Traveled to Russia, Egypt, Germany, Italy, Ireland, and Greece.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Married Michel. Happy together for 47 years. Lost him in Dec 2014. Worked part time so I could care for our 2 girls. Then worked with Michel in his consulting business for the last 22 years. I was not part of the women's liberation movement when I was young. Joined the League of Women Voters in 2005 and now work as Voter Services Chair for local league. My children and grandchildren are now and always have been my joy.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In the library studying. The campus was empty when I came out.

William (’66) and Carol (’68) Scherzen Kunzman 1510 Lafayette St., Steilacoom, WA 98388 253-507-8978 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Carol has fond memories of singing in the A Cappella choir and especially the ’67 choir tour to Europe with Professor Keller. Who knew that many years after that she would be singing and organizing international choirs in both Paris and Berlin where the OWU Choir had sung. Who knew too she would be using her French skills from OWU to translate at the US Embassy in France.

(Kunzman continued) Professor I will always remember and why Professor Rex Keller (Music), Olive June Dickson, Verne Edwards (Journalism), Dr. Don Marlin (Broadcasting), and Dorothy Bussard (Education and French).

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see After graduating from West Point in 1968, and marrying Carol Scherzen (’68), I began a 27-year military career in Air Defense and as a Western European specialist. Following army retirement I taught physics in Berlin, Germany until returning to Tacoma, Washington 2 years ago. We were fortunate to spend a total of 25 years in Germany and France with many opportunities to travel.

Christine “Chris” Anderson Kurtz 239-682-2840 [email protected]

Spouse: Grant Kurtz Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan All my dorm mates. I was disappointed when Monnett was torn down. Remember climbing out on roof with roommates Ann Pederson, Linell Boldt and Sally Benedict

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Married my sweetheart! 50 years!

Professor I will always remember and why Martha Dallman-teaching teachers was her life. Tried to fulfill her high expectations.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Mostly in Europe. Italy my favorite--no bad places there.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Always loved Florida. Now I live there and still love it!

Where were you when JFK was shot? I remember walking to the library with Grant. We really didn't know what to think. College is a separate world. Roger J. Lerch 3122 Griest Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-321-4142 [email protected]

For this '66 graduate these 50 years have benefited much from the OWU experience. A deepening love of scholarship, learning the teaching art from practicing masters, and mind opening multiple perspectives on the world were stimulated during those days on campus. Drs. Lorish and Chenoweth had that demanding commitment to grasp of facts and sources. Their brutal assessment of writing laxities made for some very painful moments. But lessons hard-learned led to survival and growth. Dr. Warner's gentle, soft-spoken manner in the classroom was enviable and inspiring to those who realized the depth of scholarship it reflected. Prof. Keller's eccentricities complemented his instruction, making one imagine on occasion that Bach himself was at the keyboard demonstrating how to finger a particular passage. Music History (Prof. Beebe) introduced Stravinsky and Schoenberg to those of us who needed some mind expanding experiences. That introductory botany course (Dr. Burns) had us looking closely and deepening a love of nature's specifics. And Dr. Vulgamore's ("St. Paul is appealing....") Introduction to Theology jogged the brain with those lively tensions between faith and reason. A 40 year teaching career (history/art history) with church organ positions and completion of a graduate degree (ALM in Art History) ensued. In 1990, a return to campus for an NEH Institute ("Florentine Renaissance Humanism") had us meeting up with the next generation of Wesleyan scholar teachers Jim Biehl (English) and Jan Hallenbeck (History). A nice reunion with Dr. Warner occurred at that time. It was through music and teaching that Berta and I met. Now both retired, we have a granddaughter in Denver. Reading, gardening, walking and biking, travel, a few doctor appointments now and then, choir and Berta's church knitting group keep us active. We are fortunate to be able to return for this nostalgic celebration.

Deborah “Deb” Bradford Linville 614 439-3924 Email: [email protected]

Spouse: Joseph E. Linville (deceased) Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Loved dorm life--friends, fellow bridge players, late-night studiers, always someone to chat with, time with sorority sisters and activities, fraternity social life, especially with my boyfriend/pinmate/husband Joe/ many classes, especially those with whom I had a personal relationship with the professors.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Solidified my values, "grew" my brain, and helped me mature in a safe environment by gently prodding me into adult world, providing opportunities for life-long friendships.

Professor I will always remember and why Libby Reed, Ben Spencer David Osborne, Melvin Vulgamore for their personal touch with each student and their quintessential liberal arts life view of integration of multiple disciplines, systems and points of view.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Abroad: England, Scotland, Wales, France, Baltic countries, Rhine Danube/ cruise, Romania teaching English. Home: most of Eastern Coast states and Midwest, California. Still have yearning to go all over especially to spend more time in places rather than tour.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Not what I expected but satisfying, rich in experience and human relationships. Losing my husband with two young boys to raise while working and school was a challenge. While I not able to complete my PHD, I did complete my exams and am therefore ABD. I loved academia and moved my internet and skills from theory into practice and policy where my interests now lie. I have been continuously wrong for social change through my church, Junior League, several community boards and the last ten years, progressive political organizations.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Heard the news leaving main campus and stopping at the book store, then hurting back to the dorm to tune in the news.

Michael G. Long 3449 River Seine St., Columbus, OH 43221 614-595-5205 [email protected]

Spouse: Pam Long Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 7

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My favorite memories stem from my 4 years in the Sigma Chi House, becoming friends with a diverse group of guys, learning how to live together and govern ourselves, and having great fun on a daily basis! On the academic side, my favorite class was one I gained enough courage to take my senior year after I had qualified for law school. It was a great books class taught by Ruth Davis, a terrific professor. There were 26 females and myself in the class and Dr. Davis called on me every day.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Because I grew up in a small town in rural southeast OHIO, and knew little about life and culture in other parts of the country, OWU was a tremendously broadening experience for me. Particularly in my association with students from outside Ohio with much different backgrounds and living experiences.

Professor I will always remember and why Ruth Davis, for the reasons explained above. I also was fond of and greatly respected Blaine Grimes and Norm Leonard, two professors in my Economics major.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Pam and I have traveled extensively in Europe, and other destinations for the future include Asia and Australia/New Zealand.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan After graduating from Ohio State Law School in 1969, I was very fortunate to enjoy 45 years at the Vorys law firm in Columbus. A 350 lawyer multi-state firm with its home office in Columbus, from which I retired 12/31/14. I was a trial lawyer for virtually all of my career, specializing in business litigation.

Other important information Pam and I have had the good fortune to raise 3 fine sons, all of whom have college educations from good schools (none OWU) and currently have good employment. They have brought us 7 grandchildren. The first two being girls now 13 and 11, and the next 5 being boys ranging from age 4 to age 11. We greatly enjoy these 3 families!

James “Jim” P. Loughran 864-944-2344 [email protected]

Spouse: Joan Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 0

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Serving on fraternity's Prudential committee.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life It awakened my interest in exploring libraries and enjoyment of classical music.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Robert Strimer and Dr. Richard Gordin are remembered for their support and encouragement of student-athletes.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Recollections of Malaysia include a performance on sitar by Ravi Shankar in Sungai Petani. Also, discovering Malacca's layered history of Malaccan sultanate, Portuguese, Dutch, and British Malaya.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan After graduation, further study at the University of Michigan business school led to an accounting instructor/auditor assignment as a Peace Corps Volunteer, serving in peninsular Malaysia. Our project's goal was to raise the standard of living of peasant rice farmers through introduction of improved farming practices via operation of rural farmers' cooperatives within the Muda River irrigation project. Sound bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing were integral to gaining the farmers' participation. Several volunteers hired an aging Chinese cook, Ah Chew. Each morning she bicycled to the outdoor market, which commenced at 5:00 a.m. She ground curry sauces, using a stone and pestle. Practiced speaking Malay by conversing with her.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Heard of JFK shooting by radio upon entering fraternity house in late morning. In 1969, a commemorative paperweight, containing a 1968 Kennedy half-dollar, was gifted to me.

Other important information In Atlanta, GA, my career as a commercial real estate appraiser unfolded. My spouse, Joan is a psychologist. Our daughter, Marjorie enjoys performing in local theater productions in the Binghamton, NY area. A family reunion spurred my interest in genealogy. Recent searches have traced post-graduation paths followed by several Alpha Sigma Phi brothers.

Anne Hutchison Lundin 608-274-4409 [email protected]

Spouse: Tom Lovett Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan English department classes.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Trained me to be a thoughtful reader and writer; increased my appreciation for community life, small college towns; met my first husband Ed Lundin

Professor I will always remember and why My stepfather Loyd Easton (my mother re-met him through me and they married my sophomore year, bringing me back to Delaware for years and years to come.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see National parks; British Isles; some Scandinavia. Would like to go to Switzerland, see more of Germany (my daughter lives there).

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I wish I could return in time and re-do college with the peace, love, and joy I now experience in my life. My OWU years were chaotic for me for many reasons. I only was able to give a small amount of myself then. I have gone on to meet many of my goals: became a full professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison; write several scholarly books; became a poet; spent years in therapy and have become more whole. I re- married in 2007 and live happily with a writer and naturalist in Madison, Wisconsin, the town where I have lived the longest in my life. My children - Emily and Karl Lundin - are so close to me daily though afar. Life is grand.

Thomas F. MacDonald Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The friends that I met at OWU are by far and away the memories that I treasure the most. We grew up together, shared triumph and tragedy, fell in and out of love, made very bad mistakes (and a few good ones), learned that what we said and did had consequences for people that we cared about, and were given those magical rose- colored glasses that provided us an insight into roads we might want to amble down when opportunity presented itself. And, whether it was by design or coincidence, we all seemed to be a bit smarter and a bit more prepared for what was to greet us when we tucked that diploma under our arms and made that first step into what was to be a grand fifty year adventure. Oh, how we all would make disparaging comments about living in Delaware, and now that we are such sophisticated world travelers, I am sure I am not alone in thinking of Delaware as that "Mayberry of Central Ohio", that wonderful place to grow up, spend four of the best years of our lives, raise a family, and retire into a community of friendly, interesting people.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU gave me the opportunities to expand my horizons. I certainly wish I had grasped more of that educational smorgasbord, but I suppose I walked down those roads that I was prepared for at the time. My OWU experiences gave me that liberal arts education that allowed me to relate to people in many different situations, and it gave me the confidence that I could succeed in a multitude of arenas.

(MacDonald continued) My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I would be a very good academic study on a person who learns from his mistakes - education, relationships, and career - take your pick. That being said, I would venture to guess that the far majority of the Class of 1966 would agree that one learns far more from his mistakes than he learns from his successes. Oh, those mistakes are very painful and may have tragic consequences, but it certainly makes you a much better person. My mistakes, they are a lot like what everyone else has muddled through. Now, this is what I want you to know about me:

I went into the Navy OCS program right after graduation and served on ships in the Atlantic for 3 years. I had met Barbara Coan (Class of '68) in my senior year, and we married in 1968, on my birthday! I worked at several uninspiring jobs in the early 70's, and went to work with Barbara's father in the industrial/commercial general contracting business in Cleveland, Ohio in 1978. Together with two other partners, we bought and expanded the company, and when I retired in 2010, we were doing about 25 million dollars of work a year. We have lived in the same house in Hudson, Ohio since 1978 and have decided to make our retirement years here (our established friendships outweigh the ice and snow). We have two sons and two daughters, ages 44, 42, 34, and 23. We had children in school for 39 years, and all with one wife!! All of the children live in the New England area, and we now have 5 granddaughters.

We bought a home on Cape Cod (Chatham, Ma.) 22 years ago with the intentions of retiring there, but have decided to use it more as a vacation spot and a gathering place for our children and grandchildren. We rent it out in mid-summer and use it frequently at other times of the year. I enjoy tennis, golf, biking, playing the bagpipes, and eating dinner. I also enjoy a good glass of wine but would much rather have a stout. I also try to pay attention when Barb is speaking to me. Barb and I recently sold a boat in which we explored the Great Lakes, and we love to travel, recently visiting Ireland, UK, France, and Italy. Say hello to me at the reunion. I may not look it, but I am actually friendly. Ciao!!

Susan Guelich MacKenzie 8679 French Oak Drive 408-826-4405 [email protected]

Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Beautiful fall days-walking from dorms to classes (no one had cars). Friendships and pride in what Branch Rickey Stood for, and how it influenced diversity and appreciation for all men and women’s giftings.

(MacKenzie continued) How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Participating in AWS, Chorale, sorority sisters, fellowships, Small House Experiences, chapel, maturing in a Christian environment with respect for each other’s talents, interests, and passions.

Professor I will always remember and why Martha Dallman-My advisor within the Education Department, who encouraged creativity. Ruth Davies-awakened my love of literature, especially The Brother’s K! RC Butter (Sociology)-Our class trip to Chicago, touring the projects, birthing my dedication to work in the inner-cities.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Alaska, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Kenya, Hawaii, and Villafranche, France, and Brugge, Belgium.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Raising my family in Evergreen, Colorado with all the outdoor opportunities to enjoy: volunteering at Denverworks—reeducating women and men to reenter the workplace. Facilitating Bible Studies including BSF+CBS for years. Working in sales for software companies for 15 years.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In the library.

Other important information I’ve followed my married girls and their children to San Jose, CA for the last five years to continue to enjoy their families and activities—especially beach days at Carmel and Lake Tahoe every season. I volunteer at Real Options Pregnancy Clinic, my passion and enjoy many other activities, including tennis, golf, hiking, skiing, mission trips with my church to Ecuador, Ethiopia, and Kenya.

Barbara “Barb” Jean Bigham Magrath 803-649-4687 [email protected]

Spouse: Geoffrey T Magrath Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Tri Delta and the stacks in the library.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met my husband there and it gave me an introduction to a more diverse group than my high school class.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see England, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Greece, Bermuda, 2 driving trips cross our country, and would still like to visit Austria, Hungary

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Geoff and I married 6 days after graduation and have had a wonderful life with 2 great children and 3 grandchildren. Spent much of mid 70's to late 80's volunteering for many organizations. Moved to SC in 1992 and retired in 2000

Where were you when JFK was shot? In the MUB.

Geoff Magrath 803-649-4687 [email protected]

Spouse: Barbara Bigham Magrath Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Meeting and courting my best friend and wife of [almost] 50 years.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Great education which I did not appreciate enough until much later.

Professor I will always remember and why Norm Garrity. My advisor who got to OWU in 1962 when we did.

(Magrath continued) Where I have traveled and places I would like to see All 50 states and many, many other countries.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Outside Gray Chapel.

Elizabeth “Betsy” Anne Poulson Martello 804-739-7487 [email protected]

Spouse: Nicholas Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 1

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I loved my ceramics class in the basement of the Art Hall. . .working around the furnace pipes!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Although I transferred to OSU after my freshman year, my OWU studies prepared me well for further education.

Professor I will always remember and why Art Professors: Dorothy Getz and Robert Engle.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I would like to return to Italy and the Far East.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Our family has lived in Ohio, Georgia, Connecticut and Virginia. Each relocation was challenging and interesting.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was sitting at my desk in Art Design I class at Ohio State University.

Other important information Although I am retired, I volunteer as a docent at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Dr. Patricia “Patty” Josephson McFeeley 3313 Sunset Key Circle #606, Punta Gorda, FL 33955 505-681-5916

Spouse: Mark McFeeley Number of Children: 2 (Matthew [36] and Morgan [32])

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My father, a 1929 graduate of OWU brought me to college. I had never seen the campus (I don’t think I had ever been in Ohio). We came by train from Denver, CO via Chicago (my first time there) and got off at a very small station some distance from Delaware. It was the beginning of a great adventure which continues to this day.

In investigating the campus we went to the newly constructed and still forming fraternity row. My father had been a Delt so we went to the house and ended up sitting on the patio and chatting informally with Branch Rickey who happened to be there at that time. My father, always a baseball (Cleveland Indians) fan who had played semi-pro ball, who had taken me to numerous spring training games and insisted that I keep score whenever at a game, was delighted and so was I. What a way to realize what a special place was OWU from the very beginning.

I remember bricking up Sue Bee’s dorm door for her birthday, smuggling a male classmate (unnamed, on the reunion committee) into the dorm on Halloween, trying to guess what it was that we were eating for dinner (and realizing that if someone got it right that they must have read the menu earlier), being jealous of the girl on the lower bunk who got to have a canopy bed, and, of course Bertha Mason Day. My fondest memories however are of the people I came to know over the 4 years, a number of whom I still see and cherish their enduring friendship.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU gave me an education that included much more than just knowledge of pertinent scientific information. As someone once told me, the value of a liberal arts education is to teach you what you need to know when you aren’t working. Art appreciation, basic economics, foreign language, home economics and history courses turned out to be much more valuable (and interesting) than I had anticipated. I actually realized when I was taking some of those required distribution courses, especially when I took them later than freshman year, what a valuable experience it was to be exposed to a wide variety of disciplines, and that I might not have those opportunities in the near future. They gave me life skills that continue to benefit me.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Larry Wilson was my advisor in the Chemistry department. Even though we both realized that I would not want to go on to graduate level chemistry, he nurtured and encouraged me. Although he appropriately questioned my desire to take a home economics course (it involved creating and balancing a home budget), he supported my decision and later understood and even commended my choice. His advice was good, his caring concerned and he made me feel good about myself when I needed some self-assurance.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I was very lucky when younger to have been able to travel occasionally with my mother when she went on professional trips. These included New York and Peru. I did a 6 (McFeeley continued) month sabbatical in Sydney, Australia and took our 2 children (then 7 & 11yrs). My husband Mark joined us at the end and the family toured New Zealand and Fiji. We have done multiple family bare boat sailing trips in the Caribbean, most notable for my mother’s 80th and 85th birthdays, and for my 60th. For my 70th (about a year late), Mark has arranged for a trip to the Galapagos which I will have just returned on before the reunion. We spent 6 months on our boat last summer going up the ICW from Florida to New York, up the Hudson River, Erie and Oswego Canals to Canada and back to Florida. We like boating a lot!

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Although it took me a while and a few detours, I eventually went to Medical School in New Mexico, met my husband Mark who was in law school there, ended up training in forensic pathology, and being a medical examiner for 30+ years. We managed the stresses of careers, raising a son Matthew and a daughter Morgan, and have retired at least part time in southwest Florida where we love the winter warmth, water, boats, and Trop-rock music. We still enjoy going back to New Mexico in the summer and sometimes for Christmas. I have built houses in Guatemala with a wonderful group for Habitat for Humanity for 7+ years and (almost) each year (for 20 years) get to crew on a hot air balloon at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta owned and flown by our classmate Marky (Corum) and Jerry Hooper who have a dedicated room in our house. My life so far has turned out so much better than I would have planned it!

Carol Ann Brandau McIntyre 262-243-9796 [email protected]

Spouse: Mike Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 9

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Being with my Theta sisters, fire drills at 10:30pm, chats in the Stuy smoker, frat and sorority parties, eating cookies from Bun's Restaurant, and student teaching.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life My educational learning gave me a love of children and how to communicate with them - through children's literature and just talking with them. My education gave me positive feelings about myself and increased my creative and rational thinking. Gave me many friends, I still see and cherish.

Professor I will always remember and why Libuse Read - realizing what a poor writer I was and learning a lot from that. Martha Dallmann - not for the best reasons - she made me extremely nervous during my student teaching and not instilling confidence in my abilities.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Swaziland, South Africa, England, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, Italy, France, Scandinavia, Holland, Belgium, Canada, Mexico, and all US states, except Oregon, Hawaii and Alaska.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have been blessed with a wonderful family - husband, Mike, 3 sons and 9 grandchildren. We have lived in Ohio, St. Louis, Kerrville, TX and Milwaukee.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was walking home from class (eating a cookie from Bun's) with Jane Neff Stanton. Got back to the dorm, took a nap with the radio on and that's how I heard.

Other important information Hobbies: enjoying my grandchildren, reading, knitting, traveling, and exercising.

Theodora “Lynn” Roberts Moll (662)-678-3526 [email protected]

Spouse: Ted Moll Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My roommates were great to accept a transfer student from Miami U. Julie Stewart, Ellen Lady and Karen were my great roommates. Also, I have continued a long term friendship with Jan Silky Andre, who was also a transfer and moved in down the hall in my dorm. My sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, helped me so much in adjusting to my transfer and making new friends! The Education skills I learned at OWU were endless in preparing me for a life in teaching.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life My first choice in schools was Ohio Wesleyan U. I was not accepted at first, but my determination to go there continued until I improved my grades tremendously at Miami U. I transferred in my junior year with great grades that showed me you can do anything if you work hard at it.

Professor I will always remember and why The education department was influential in my life choices and in education.

(Moll continued) Where I have traveled and places I would like to see My husband's family is from Germany. Therefore, we have traveled extensively in Europe. We have also been to Greece, Turkey, Israel and China. Would love to go back to Greece!

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My children and grandchildren are my joys! I have been married 51 years this July. I am now raising a grandchild (13) and that has been a great accomplishment for me.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Believe it or not, I was riding on the back of a boyfriend's motorcycle on my way to Dayton, Ohio. Heard the news on one of our stops.

Other important information Friendships along the way are important! I have also kept up with high school friends and we meet every year for a reunion.

Frank Montgomery Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland, France, almost all of the US east of the Mississippi, and Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and California to the west. I need to see the Rockies from the ground, and I need to walk the ground in Jamestown VA where my great, great, great, great, great grandfather, Robert Montgomery, walked ashore in 1666.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have been blessed with a great ex-wife (who deserved someone better than me), an equally great present wife (who has put up with me going on 36 years), a great daughter, and three great sons. Regrets, there are a few. The challenges were mostly teaching the children of our generation. I always enjoyed that challenge, and tried to never give up on those kids because of all the educator who never gave up on me.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Walking across Sandusky Street after leaving the “MUB.” I was stopped and told in the middle of the street. I didn’t believe it until I reached Slocum.

Other important information I’m worried about not recognizing anyone! So please forgive me in advance when I don’t know who the hell you are. I’m hoping we have nametags large and bold enough to be read from fifty feet away. My brain now consistently shuts down on me when I try to remember something (even words!) important. I can even hear (I think) my brain laughing at me in my head. When the moment passes, the withheld information-now useless-is often released to humiliate me again. Maybe it happen to you too.

Barbara Clarke Morse 805-499-1657 [email protected]

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life It taught me skills that I could use for the rest of my life.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled extensively in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Would love to see South Africa and go on a Safari.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have lived all my years since graduation, in southern California and love it here. The people are so friendly and open to new ideas. Love basking in the sun with my dog, and my friends, and gardening. I taught for 40 years, helped to start CAPE Charter School in Camarillo and still do substitute teaching there.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was walking into the student union building and saw the news on T.V.

Martha Hodge Noreault 614-204-0621 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My fondest memories are of my sisters and activities in Kappa Alpha Theta. I also remember many walks in the rain from dorms to campus. I loved my small classes on campus and the comradery of the students in school with me.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Henry Decker was my botany professor my sophomore year. I loved the class and seriously considered Botany for a major before choosing math (because there weren't any labs)! Later in my life in Delaware, Dr. Decker treated our lawn (he was an agronomist) without charge because he said he remembered me from my Botany class!! Our lawn was the envy of the neighborhood. And Dr. Decker taught me much about mowing and fertilizing lawns -- years after my class :-)

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled quite a bit in the U.S. but only a little overseas. South Africa and Peru are still on my bucket list. I still have 4 of the 13 Presidential Libraries to visit, too. Anyone want to go with me to Little Rock, AR??

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Since OWU, I completed an MLS and also an MBA. I think I could be a perpetual student and be happy! One of my great joys is the relationships that I still have with many of the friends that I met at OWU.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Coming out of a class in Sturges Hall at OWU.

Nida Sinclair Oschwald 1115 Burgundy Circle, Pennsburg, PA 18073-1234 215-679-8330 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2 (3 step children) Number of Grandchildren: 3 (6 step grandchildren)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I cherish memories of singing as a Glee-ette with Men’s Glee Club under the direction of Gordon Almstead. Mr. A was an extraordinary man, who loved music, his students, set the bar high, and we all had a wonderful time.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Libby Reed, English professor, was challenging, fair, fun and clever! Dr. James S. Leslie was the spiritual anchor for students. It was my first so far away from home when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on 11/22/63. The Vietnam War escalated. Dr. Leslie was a spiritual anchor for students during these difficult times.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled from my primary home in Pennsylvania, north to Canada, south to Florida, where I’m a snowbird in Tampa! I’ve traveled from British Colombia to Mexico, and over to Hawaii. I’ve been to Europe several times, and am planning to visit Ireland and Scotland and see the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle this summer. In 1996, I joined Mr. A for an Alumni Glee Club Reunion in Cape Cod! Fun!

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I earned a master’s degree in elementary education from Temple University and enjoyed over 31 years teaching 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades. I have 2 wonderful daughters, 3 grandchildren, 3 stepchildren and 6 step grandchildren, and a large extended family, who all live in PA!

Patricia (Pat) Frasher Papoi 7769 Oyster Bay Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45244 513-232-2435 [email protected]

Spouse: David Papoi (OWU ’65) Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 1

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Sorority friends, ATO formals, challenging classes, being invited to professors’ homes (Ben Spenser, Libby Reed, Robert Marshall). But my most vivid memory is SPRING FEVER DAY. It was always one of the first nice spring days and we never knew when it was coming. Grey Chapel’s bells would ring the night before to signal no classes the next day.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I grew up in a very small town in a family that seldom took vacations. OWU exposed me to people, places, and ideas I never even knew about. It developed a love of learning in me and gave me the confidence to be myself.

Professor I will always remember and why There isn’t room for all the professors I remember and the reasons why so I’ll just name a few. Libby Reed, Richard Smith, Ben Spenser, Ruth Davies, and a writing professor named Osborne.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We’ve been very fortunate to travel extensively. Some of my favorites are the Galapagos with Dr. Burtt and his students, two African safaris, Thailand, Australia, Israel, Argentina and Iguasu Falls, Greece, and England. I still have Barcelona and Guadi's Sagrada Familia on my list to see and hope to get there later this year.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I suppose my love of travel started when we lived in Caracas, Venezuela in the early ’80’s. It breaks my heart to see what has happened to that beautiful country. One of my surprises, and also challenges, was being elected to the local school board and seeing the construction of a new Middle School. For sheer joy of a lasting nature nothing can compare with the adoption of our granddaughter Violet. One of my regrets is missing our reunion, but the reason is another joy. Our daughter, Kristin OWU ’94, is receiving her PhD in Education from University of Wisconsin the same weekend.

Where were you when JFK was shot? On the walkway to Slocum Library. When I got to the library the radio was on and everyone was gathered around it.

Sharon Sydney Rouse Parker 904-252-2801 [email protected]

Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan It all seems so long ago and I have mostly lost track of friends from that time, but they hold their place in my memory.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I received a good liberal arts education and a broadened world view that has made me a more caring and responsible citizen. In particular, I enjoyed getting acquainted with students from foreign countries, other races and religions.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Decker--Botany--he made a subject that I wasn't particularly interested in very fascinating! Dr. White-English Lit.--He invited groups of students to his home for informal discussions, which I enjoyed. Chaplain Leslie-an inspiration

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Since college, I have lived in 11 different states and I am about to make my 36th move on April 1st. Going back to a place that I have lived in twice before, Asheville NC. Hope to spend the rest of my days in the mountains!

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I was married for 30 years and amicably divorced for nearly 20. One daughter, one son and they each produced a grandson. Much of my life was spent in volunteer work in my church, schools and community. The most challenging thing has been dealing with the mental illness of family members.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was leaving Spanish class in Merrick Hall and students coming up the stairs told us that the President had been shot. Immediately, I went over to the MUB to see the news on TV. I could not believe that it was true. Very sad days followed, the whole campus was in mourning.

(Parker continued) Other important information My impending move is much on my mind and making it difficult to focus on my OWU experience. I send my best wishes to all classmates!

Patricia “Patti” Ellen Parkinson, Ed.D. 505-463-0063 [email protected]

Spouse: S. Bret Snyder Number of Children: 5 Number of Grandchildren: 8

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Our sorority Kappa Alpha Theta kept me on course throughout the four years. I remember the Phi Delts and all the fun we had. English classes were challenging and prepared me for my future work. I learned discipline and work create a beautiful and fulfilling life.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life My classes and friendships gave me roots. As a Navy Officer's daughter we often moved. My four years at OWU provided stability and care. I was prepared for the challenges academically and socially for my future.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Libby Reed inspired and cared for me. She made me think, write and work hard. She cared for us and on rainy days would even take a carload of girls from Austin Hall to campus.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Loving travel is a blessing. I have been to many parts of the world from Alaska, Hawaii to Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, Galapagos, Peru, Chili, Argentina, Brazil, Eastern, Western & Northern Europe, Africa, Viet Nam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Japan and China. Bret and I travel all over the US to see our children and grandchildren and hope to travel to India & Australia next. I will have returned from an educator's trip to Cuba by the time we reach the 50th reunion in May.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My professional goal is to help close the gap between schools in poverty and those with less barriers. I began as an English teacher, then school counselor, High School Principal, Asst. Superintendent and retired in 2009 as Assistant Secretary of Education in NM for instruction. I earned my doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2002. I currently have an active consulting practice in NM and TX. I celebrate my 50th year in education in 2016!

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in Austin Hall and went to the Theta house where we watched the tragedy unfold on our black and white television.

Other important information We have all been through several lifetimes since our days at OWU. Peter Noonan, Phi Delta Theta, and I had two beautiful children and met at OWU. May he rest in peace and I wish he were able to go to the reunion.

Diane Petersen 460 Via El Chico, Redondo Beach, CA. 310-378-3916 [email protected]

I came to OWU wanting to be a serious stage actor, but by the end of freshman year I developed a more practical mindset. I had an insatiable appetite and needed to eat, I’m not kidding. I also wanted to be independent and to have a “career”. So following graduation I accepted a management position at AT&T (way back when it was a monopoly). While there, I became acutely aware of discrimination and glass ceilings. Women were not treated the same as their male peers with comparable experience and education. (I know you remember those days of the 60’s and 70’s. Hillary says we still are not where we should be in terms of equal pay or opportunities...Perhaps you have read Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead.) The gals in management at AT&T had frequent AND long conversations about the frustrations of these inequalities we were facing. We came early to the women’s movement; instead of torching our underwear, practicality again prevailed and we all looked toward careers with a more level playing field. Realizing there was more gratification and fulfillment in a “helping profession”, I followed my career instruction at OWU in speech pathology and headed to graduate school at Northwestern University (M.A.) and my first marriage. Then I worked as a speech and language pathologist with a specialty in brain injured adults for 8 years. During that time I helped to start the department of Speech, Hearing and Learning Disorders at one of the nation’s largest hospitals (Cook County Hospital) in Chicago where I lectured to medical students and residents, did research and published the results in professional journals. Although I thrived in this position and utterly loved what I was doing, I reached a decision point in life when I thought seriously about what I wanted to be doing in 20 years. The answer: It was definitely time for another degree, another career and a different marital status. The University of Michigan (M.D.) was the next stop on my life path to a more equal career status, more direct involvement in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, more intellectual challenges and even more job satisfaction. U of M was absolutely the right place for me. My class had many “older” students (I was by this time over 30) with majors in varying fields (anthropology, philosophy, education, etc.) and the percentage of women was much higher than the national average. I loved walking the hall where they posted photos of previous graduating classes and seeing the faces of women who graduated from the medical school in the early 1900’s. From Michigan I headed to sunny California to start my Head & Neck Surgery residency training at UCLA (it was 95˚on December 25th) when I first realized there was no good reason to face another winter-EVER. California became my home on that day! After residency I joined a physician-owned multi-specialty group medical practice in a delightful beach community west of Los Angeles. I enjoyed full time practice as a head and neck surgeon for almost 30 years. I retired in May 2015. In addition to my full time work as a surgeon I had a brief run as the Medical Director of two medical spas, which were owned by my medical group (this was in addition to my full time surgical practice). It was great fun and the perks were marvelous! But after the 2008 recession the economy would no longer support such indulgences. It seemed wise to close the spas rather than selling our services for less than they were worth. I met Aubrey Payne, the man who became my second husband in Los Angeles. As Jan Winans Chirchirillo said at my wedding, ‘this one is a keeper’. We’ve been together 27 years! Imagine….. a guy, who brings you coffee in bed each morning …who has your dinner waiting for you when you arrive in the evening, no matter how late it may be …a guy who is so understanding when the phone awakens him multiple times during the night when you are on call (& he probably can’t get back to sleep, but never complains), a guy who understands your need to be so involved in your philanthropic endeavors that it takes virtually all of your free time … who doesn’t balk when you use your vacation time for six years so you can attend day time meetings for your philanthropy organization and when you are feeling grumpy after a stressful day of attempting to solve patient’s medical problems he greets you with a glass of bubbly, smiles & says “what you need is a change of attitude”. Definitely a keeper, Jan! Sometimes it takes doing something like marriage more than once to get it right. I feel so fortunate. I have had an interesting, fulfilling and wonderful life. I have adjusted remarkably well to retirement. I am still involved with philanthropy. I travel in the US and abroad. It is fantastic now to have time to read nonprofessional publications and to learn history, music and literature through The Great Courses offered by The Teaching Company. It is a special treat to have time to devote to visiting regularly with friends and reconnecting with people I’ve “lost” due to a heavy work schedule. I hope some wonderful adventures are still ahead of me while good health and adequate mental status prevail. Through the years I have so enjoyed my friendships with OWU (Petersen continued) alums…that is truly one of the delights and gifts of attending Ohio Wesleyan. Looking back it doesn’t seem so long ago that we arrived on campus as freshmen, does it? I would choose OWU all over again. How about you? I do recall an embarrassing experience I had at OWU. I disliked history at the time and found it rather boring. I was taking a required course in “modern” history and suspected I wasn’t going to get the highest grade so I asked the professor if there was something I could do for extra credit. He recommended reading The Renaissance of the Twelfth Century by Haskins. About two weeks after purchasing the book I fell asleep in class (undoubtedly I stayed up late the night before studying for an exam OR I was not engaged with the material). When class concluded and the bell rang I turned to Dave Pollack, who was seated to my right, and asked if I had missed anything. He replied that the teacher had called on me. At first I thought Dave was kidding, but he told me the professor stated that since Miss Petersen was reading Haskins’ book she might be able to shed light on the topic being discussed. I was mortified. I don’t think I have passed up many “opportunities” since then, especially ones I have sought out. I am just now (52 years later) getting around to reading Haskins’ book since I am finally actually interested in medieval history and this book was a good recommendation…better late than never I guess. Some of the things I remember fondly during our four years at OWU: spending hours at the phone “closet” at the end of the Stuyvesant corridor (shared by some 30+ women, as pictured to the left); Tom Mahoney’s smooth, seductive voice on the University radio station; the sound and beat of Tony Barelli’s band; Barb West singing “When Did I Fall in Love?”as Thea in “Fiorello”; seeing Judith Anderson, Dionne Warwick and many other great performers & speakers at Gray Chapel; waiting tables at Austin Hall with Winnie Hansen, Jim Pry, Bethany Viera and Terry Talling; being present in NYC for one of the victorious sessions of the OWU College Bowl Team; celebrating my 21st birthday at The Surrey with a whiskey sour (finally legal) with Carole Klemka Kelling; 5:30 AM bird walks at the cemetery; the joy of spending hours with the freshmen women on my corridor when I was a senior advisor, going for walks to discuss their problems, helping with study skills and planning fun events for them like picnics; organizing bridal showers for my friends and the leadership experience afforded by being selected for Angel Flight! Thanks for the memories, OWU!

Elizabeth “Liz” Johnson Pinnell 301-229-1867 [email protected]

Spouse: Jim Pinnell (’62) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

(Pinnell continued) My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My destiny was to follow my mother’s tradition (OWU ’32) as well as my high school sweetheart (Jim Pinnell, OWU’62) to Ohio Wesleyan where I joined Kappa Kappa Gamma and graduated with a BA degree in French in 1966. I spent my junior year studying in Biarritz and Paris with the Hamilton College Program in France. I married Jim in June 1966 and taught French at Laurel School in Cleveland while Jim finished his last year in law school at Case Western Reserve. I obtained a Masters in Library Science in 1971 at the University of Hawaii. During Jim’s career as an officer in the Navy JAG Corps, we lived in Newport, RI; Kingsville, TX; Honolulu, HI; Coronado, CA; Naples, Italy; Oakton, VA; and Pensacola, FL. We had two sons: Mark born in 1973 and Brian born in 1974. Mark died in Pensacola in 1991. I enjoyed my career as a librarian in various jobs over the years. In Northern Virginia I worked for CACI and The MITRE Corporation. From 1986-2005, I served as Head Librarian for the Gulf Ecology Division Research Laboratory (U.S. EPA) located on Sabine Island near Pensacola Beach, FL. At my retirement, we moved to Williamsburg, VA and lived for 10 years on the golf course in Colonial Heritage, an active adult retirement community. While Jim played golf frequently, I kept busy with my local KKG alumnae association and with my memberships in the Embroiders’ Guild of America (EGA) and the American Sewing Guild (ASG). In October 2015 we moved to a condo in Bethesda, MD to be closer to our son Brian and his wife who met each other in law school at American University. They live in nearby DC and have blessed us with two beautiful granddaughters: Isabel born in 2003 and Miranda born in 2011.

Robert “Spike” L. Reed Address: 36 St. Nicholas Road, Darien, CT 06820 Phone: 203-524-3661 Email: [email protected]

Spouse Name: Mary Anne Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Beta Theta Pi fraternity life – Joining BTP was a life-changing personal experience that taught me how to live together with others, respect diversity, have fun, and be responsible to my Brothers and to OWU. Unfortunately, when the University terminated BTP Theta Chapter years later, I was quite disappointed and even angry. (Reed continued) Freedom – Life at OWU was exciting and uplifting. I explored and pursued the breadth of what a liberal arts education could offer, both inside and outside the classroom. Later, this broad social and academic education would benefit me greatly as I pursued my career in advertising which demanded excellence in client service and creativity.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Maturity and Confidence – I grew up with debilitating asthma. Without the medications of today, I was unable in the ‘60’s to engage actively in high-school sports, negatively impacting my self-esteem. Fortunately, I selected OWU. The relatively small campus and welcoming student body enabled my personality to grow without any of my past “health baggage”. My life changed for the better and for good, as I gained the needed confidence to be quite successful in business and in life.

Professor I will always remember and why Libby Reed – I remember her English writing classes as challenging. She’d coax the best out of me. Years later I’d recall her toughness with gratitude, as I began to write persuasive advertising recommendations, evaluate Creative team’s commercial storyboards, print and radio ads, and be a mentor in assisting junior executives on my assigned accounts to write more effectively. Thank you Libby Reed.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Places traveled: Europe (Ireland, England, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Greece, Spain, Austria, Czech Republic, and Switzerland); Asia (China, Thailand, Burma, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia); Australia; South America (Chile, Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay); Central America (Panama, Costa Rica). Last Sept/Oct, we drove 7,500 miles across the USA from CT to Canada to WA and back…on the back roads. Places to travel: Denmark, Sweden, Norway (just learned that my DNA is 40% Scandinavian)

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan While at DFS ad agency, created one of the most-memorable TV campaigns ever for Wendy’s Hamburgers, “Where’s the Beef?” working with Clara Peller (1984). Wrote prostate cancer journal, that I’ve shared with many other men facing similar challenge.

Of course, the most joy comes from my spouse, my children (Chris and Tim), my grandchildren (Matt and Alexa), and my many friends that stick with me, despite my sense of humor.

Other important information: I love God. I have great concern for the future of my country.

Jon Clifton Richards 541-756-1768 [email protected]

Spouse: Kathy Bardone Richards (OWU '68) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: ½!!

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Too many to count or prioritize!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU is significant in so many ways in my life. I was a "townie", and as such I attended many university, sporting, and cultural events as a youth. Once I chose to attend OWU, I was greatly influenced by my professors, by the liberal arts curriculum, by my classmates and by fraternity and sporting life - all of which gave me a sound foundation for a meaningful life.

Professor I will always remember and why Professors Blaine Grimes (Economics), Allen Ingram (Dean of Students), Dick Gordon and Fred Meyers, all of whom interest took a strong personal interest in my education and growth.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have been fortunate in my life to have traveled and worked in numerous countries in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Following graduate school at the University of Michigan, I married Kathy, my wife of nearly 48 years. We have lived in New England, the Rockies, Northern Ireland, and currently in the Pacific Northwest. My career was not linear - I taught in a prep school, worked for the U.S. National Park Service, owned a lodge/restaurant, been an educator at the college/university level, and worked in international economic development.

Where were you when JFK was shot? As I recall, it was a Friday and I had just finished classes for the week and heard about the assassination when I returned to the Beta house.

Other important information I am not attending the reunion due to the fact that in November of 2014, in spite of being in excellent health and condition, I suffered a stroke that seriously impacted my right side motor nerves. Most of my time is now spent on my rehabilitation, the primary reason I am not attending. I hope it is a good weekend for everyone - best regards to all!

Robin Sandersen (George Robert Sandersen)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Transformative Courses in “Philosophy, Religion, The Humanities, Art and Music Appreciation.” Phi Delta Theta, Phi Beta Kappa, Interfraternity Council, Dorm Counseling, Tennis Team, Glee Club, Teaching Fellowship in Economics

Other important information My over-riding question while at Ohio Wesleyan: “WHO AM I?” The answer to this question continues to evolve each day—My current answer: I am pure Conscious Awareness, having an experience of the Universe as a human being with four roles to play: “Engineer, Naturist, Artist, and Mystic”.

At O.W.U. I projected the persona of “Engineer”, majoring in Economics so I could be “successful” and go on to graduate school (University of Michigan—M.A. in Economics, Stanford University—M.B.A. and Ph.D. in Financial Management), a college teaching position (San Jose State University-35 years-Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor), and a consulting practice with banks, corporations, and investors.

But behind this outer mask was a transgendered shaman, looking unsuccessfully for a role model in this society on how to bridge the paradoxes of life: the Feminine balanced with the Masculine; honoring the natural, artistic, sacred world within me while functioning in the outer world of organizations and commerce.

Thoreau said: “Live the life you’ve imagined.” I am finally doing so… I am a Naturist, communing with All That Is by walking/hiking each day through my eight wooded acres surrounding my home in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Stretching with Yoga and Qi Gong and eating a healthy diet are also important parts of my daily life.

I am an Artist, evoking archetypal forms to clarify my purpose in being here as a unique creative individuality. As a “two-spirited” shaman, I lead a life that unifies two worlds—I live and dress as a transgendered woman.

I am a Mystic, employing practices from several spiritual paths each day to reconnect with Source. I meditate, read mystical poetry and books, play evocative music, chant, pray, write, and commune with my greater Self.

Life is good—most of the time I feel happy, healthy, wealthy, and wise—and I am constantly in the process of growing and learning to open and surrender to the truth of who I AM. O.W.U. in the 60’s introduced me to the possibility of being a whole person through its liberal arts orientation. I am grateful for the experiences I shared with my teachers and fellow students on the “journey of awakening” we started together.

Footnote: I am not planning to attend the reunion because I do not think I would be comfortable on campus. Over the course of 35 years teaching as a college professor, as I did more and more inner work, I realized how narrow and shallow the scope of (Sandersen continued) higher education is compared to who we really are. The focus of universities is almost totally the left-brained, rational, scientific materialistic mind, which is only 1/8 of the individual. The neglected parts are: 1/8 the intuitive, right-brained view of reality; 1/4 the mystical (heart); 1/4 the artist (soul); and 1/4 the naturist (body). I feel angry and sad and afraid when I see how our society is destroying the earth as a result of our myopic educational system. Will Ohio Wesleyan broaden and deepen the paradigm used to guide curriculum design and move into the trans-rational era to help save life on our planet? It is possible to teach, learn and apply these principles in today’s students’ lives. Having said this, I know that we are one, and I send love and goodwill to all who take part in the reunion events.

James “Jim” Francis Sanford 703-591-9344 [email protected]

Spouse: Lyn (Evelyn Sanford, OWU, 1968) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 0

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan First, of course, is meeting and developing a strong and loving relationship with my future wife Lyn. Others include the friendships established with fraternity brothers and other students, as well as several faculty and staff; working in Harry Bahrick's research lab; various fraternity parties and activities; and pledging African American students, an action that was enthusiastically endorsed by nearly all the Teke brothers. I also very fondly remember several musical performances by the A cappella choir that Rexford Keller directed and that I sang in, especially a trip out west (my first) which included a concert at the Air Force Academy. Also, largely through the efforts of my father, the choir sang in my home church.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Mostly, my education broadened my outlook on life, making me aware and much more appreciative of other people, cultures, religions, etc. A good liberal arts education really is important.

Professor I will always remember and why Harry Bahrick. I began working in his psychology lab during my junior year. From Harry, I learned the importance of empirical research and how to "do science". His research has always been timely, important, and well-conceived. My experience in his lab served me very well in my long career as a psychology professor.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan After graduation, I spent four years at Kansas State U. earning a Ph.D. I then spent three years in the Air Force, followed by a career as a faculty member in the Department of Psychology at George Mason University. I retired in 2014. During my career at Mason, I served as an assistant dean and briefly as acting department chair as well as sitting for 29 years as a member of the Faculty Senate and 22 years as associate chair for undergraduate studies in the department. It was actually quite an unexpected run. When I arrived, Mason was a commuter school with 4400, mostly undergraduate students. When I retired after 41 years, there were 35,000 students, several thousand living in dorms, and many doctoral and professional programs.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Sitting on a sofa in the parlor of the Teke house. I recall that Jim Oberg rushed downstairs with the news, and then we all went to the TV room. However, having studied the literature on "flashbulb memories", I am sure that some of this recollection is false!

Other important information It has been a great 50 years! Thanks, Ohio Wesleyan for getting me started!

Mary Burkhart Schudel 517-630-1619 [email protected]

Spouse: Paul Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My most cherished memories of Ohio Wesleyan are the ones with friends in the dorms. Whether we were at our sit-down dinners or in the rooms, friends were there for helping and having fun.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life by challenging me to persevere. I have never forgotten Dean Ingraham saying "If you substitute worry for work, you'll be fine."

Professor I will always remember and why Although I was half afraid of Martha Dallmann, it was because of her high expectations that I left OWU feeling very secure in my ability to teach children.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I've traveled to several countries in Europe, as well as China and Japan. My husband and I have biked in 48 states and hope to do the same in Alaska and Hawaii before 2018.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My husband and I have moved 11 times during our married life. We've met wonderful people and have had great experiences. Besides teaching in elementary classrooms for a short time, I have taught in the Education Departments at Ball State University, Central Connecticut University and Albion College. In various communities, I've volunteered for United Way, donated lots of blood, and helped or led many church activities. Now that we are both retired, we have become Florida residents. I like to play Bridge, walk, knit and read most of all. In 1995, we lost our daughter to the effects of Reyes Syndrome, but feel very thankful that our son has given us five happy grandchildren who help keep us young.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in French Lab. The professor was so startled that she asked me to announce the news to the class.

Neil Joseph Schwimer 203-209-4513 [email protected]

Spouse: Lynn Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 0

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Beta House open house parties. Listening to recordings in the MUB for music appreciation class. Running a psychology experiment with Nick Chang.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Ohio Wesleyan gave me the confidence to believe I had the background to succeed in dental school.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Barrack and Dr. Bonner in psychology.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I did get to travel in Europe a couple of summers on $5 a day.. It was so much fun.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I practiced dentistry for 40 years in Ridgefield Ct. and really enjoyed it.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was working back from campus to the Beta House.

Other important information I am so proud of our daughter. She is doing well and living in Boston.

Linda Lee Weinland Shearer 406-212-0211 [email protected]

Spouse: John "Matt" Shearer Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 7

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Walking down the front staircase at Monnett. Practice noise at Sanborn Hall. Walking across campus in the fall leaves. Singing in the choir at Grey Chapel. The Cleveland Symphony and other fine programs and speakers in Grey Chapel. The rituals of eating dinner with classmates in the dining room. Hearing a Bob Dylan recording for the first time. Listening to The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show. Volunteering in the community. Chaplaincy discussion groups. Playing the bells at Stuyvesant Hall. Studying the stars.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I felt confident that I had a quality education. I believed that I could make a positive difference in our world.

Professor I will always remember and why Lyman Leathers, Dr. Jennings, Mr. and Mrs. Bowlus, Olive Lacey Dickson, Rexford Keller, Dr. Vulgamore, B.A. Jones.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I live half time in Merida, Mexico. I have sailed in the Caribbean and visited London, Paris and Rome, Palestine, Israel and Egypt. Anywhere I haven't been, I would like to visit.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Moved to Missoula, MT, with my husband in 1966. Went to work in the War on Poverty, became a social worker for Head Start and a counselor in Community Mental Health. Moved to a tiny northern community where I was a Juvenile Probation Officer. After two years in child and adult protection in Kalispell, MT, I became the Director of Social Services at Immanuel Lutheran Communities. Earned a Social Work degree from the University of Montana and was elected President of the Montana Chapter of NASW. Served a term on the NASW National Board and have been an officer on their insurance board for the past 10 years. MT NASW gave me a Lifetime Achievement Award and the MT Health Care Association recognized me for Commitment to Caring.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in a voice lesson with Olive Lacey Dickson when a classmate opened the door to say that the President had been shot. My first thought was, "Who would want to kill Eldon T. Smith?"

Charles “Chuck” Curtis Shinn (303) 972-7666 [email protected]

Spouse: Emma Number of Children: 4 Number of Grandchildren: 9

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Skipping fraternity "Hell Week" to go to Washington, D.C. with pledge class staying at my house. Building fraternity Homecoming floats with Johnny Berryman. Bartender at the Little Brown Jug. Fellowship with fraternity brothers.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I have used my economics and accounting education throughout my professional career. It gave me the basics for my MBA and PhD in Management.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Panama, Germany, Canada, Bahamas, Mexico, Barbados, and all 50 states.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan The joys have been my wife, four daughters, and nine grandchildren (four girls and five boys). Accomplishments have been getting an MBA and PhD from American University after barely graduating from OWU. I was the Assistant Director of Economics, the Director of Business Management, and the Assistant Executive Vice President of the National Association of Home Builders. I joined the faculty of the business school at the University of Denver as the Director of the School of Real Estate and Construction Management. For the last 25 years I have been a management consultant and educator for the home building industry. Builder Magazine labeled me the "Profit Doctor" for the industry.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was in an economics class at OWU.

James “Jim” Skiff 860-371-8118 [email protected]

Spouse: Lori Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Sports, good friends, Liberty Club (not sanctioned by university).

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life ROTC/Degree afforded me Air Force Commission and career fighter pilot opportunity.

(Skiff continued) Professor I will always remember and why Capt. Osborne ROTC instructor kept me on track for Air Force.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see The world serving tours in Vietnam, Europe, and Middle East.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Flying fighters, comrades in arms, very similar to the teamwork required on the field of sports at OWU. It was better than working for a living.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Chemistry Lab.

Other important information Renewed OWU acquaintances over the past 4 years with 3 visits back to Delaware, looking forward to reunion.

Penny Gruber Smith 22 Seven Bridges Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514 914-238-3822 [email protected]

Spouse: John Smith ’65 Number of Children: 2 (Nancy & Caroline) Number of Grandchildren: 0

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The season: walking to class thru snow piled waist high, 10-degree temperature, wearing skirt and low boots, but not feeling particularly cold. Shuffling thru golden leaves before the days of leafblowers. Sunbathing in Stuy courtyard and Austin roof in the spring. John whistling outside Stuy smoker at 9:30 before the dorm closed at 10:00. Drinking strong black instant coffee made with an immersion coil. Steak and The Surrey followed by a 90-cent movie at the Strand. Hand-to-hand bridge games (score never kept) in all smokers before dinner. Checking who got pinned column in the Transcript, especially in May, ’64 when John and I were in it. How the second floor in Gray Chapel creaked and was uneven, but rocks and benches outside were fine for sitting and someone you knew was sure to come by. “Studying” in the MUB.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I met John, also from Westchester County, NY. We returned and settled there. In 1996, it was still okay to become a secretary, and my BA (together with high school shorthand) got me into the office of a Vice President at Macmillan Publishing. Late, as (Smith continued) legal sedentary to the Sr. Partner at a large Greenwich law firm, my electric knowledge of English literature made me stand out as “pretty smart,” a good writer (what lawyer writes well?), and able to spar, with quotations, with the Harvard Law estate lawyers who had had a few lit courses. Friends made in college have been my backbone. I left co-workers to go home to my children and left other parents to go to work. But I always kept in touch with college friends. Christmas cards are anticipated and Smoker Group (Ann Simcoke Wood, Linda Hixon Berghold, Anne Patterson Alexiou, Toni Baker Downs, Lynwood Rowe Dahl) gets together annually at Ann’s in Wilmington, NC.

Professor I will always remember and why At the President’s reception for freshmen I met a kindly professor who forever remembered my gray wool dress and asked, when I ran into him, when I would take his classes. Not until junior year, but once you had Dr. Ben Spencer, you were hooked. Shakespeare made sense and sounded wonderful with slightly southern accent. Immortal Poems stayed with you forever, and tea at the Spencer’s house was intimate and unusual. Grading 1-10, with 10 being reserved for “God and Dr. Spencer.” Tiny handwritten criticisms of your paper. Today “Ben Spencer” is the answer to all my password questions and to most of my knowledge from OWU.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see When John was Director of Men’s Tennis for the USTA, the girls and I went to tournaments from Florida to New Hampshire. Lots of beach and Disney. Perfect family times. I had tennis lesson from Jimmy Evert, Nancy told Jimmy Connors all about her warts, and Evonne Goolagong and I compared pregnancies at a Wimbledon reception. Otherwise, most travel was limited to commuting to Greenwich, CT and to camping with my Girl Scout Troop (I was a wild and crazy leader). Recently, I have taken two cruises with my OWU roommate, Ann, to Norway and, the best, to Italy. Six cities in 7 days. Packing Florence into one day: impossibly hard, but memories stores for a lifetime. Favorite trips have been driving cross country, brought about by my daughter’s inclinations to live in California. Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Graceland, Bryce Canyon, Monument Valley, Zion and Branson, MO. I never get tired of this beautiful country, and I hope John and I are leaving Delaware now to drive to Los Angeles to visit our daughter and see sights along the way. Much travelling also to Cape Cod, MA, where we have a vacation home in constant need of maintenance.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Notwithstanding the start in publishing and the English major, my 40 years at the Greenwich law firm were happy and fulfilling. As my boss aged, he let me do more on my own until I was practicing real-estate law and loving it. Surprise #1: I was adopted as a baby and had always leaned to English and writing. Before he died, my father told me my biological father was an attorney. Surprise #2: John and I are only children, and I hated babysitting, but our two daughters have been the absolute light of my life. I’d leave closings to meet my Brownie troop, and I have loved every minute of their learning to walk and write, 80’s music, tennis teams and dating. Now, Nancy lives nearby and works for Consumer Reports and Caroline is an actor in Hollywood. Surprise #3: When not immersed in the above, I love the outdoors. I was a runner for years and a lumberjack. I got a chainsaw for Christmas in 1974 and have been happily cutting and splitting firewood ever since—although I am reaching the stage of being “old and gray and nodding by the fire.”

Where were you when JFK was shot? I came into my room in Monnet, and “Sue” from down the hall and Ann told me the President had been shot. I wondered who in the world would shoot Elden Smith and why. Later, I watched the “Day of Drums” funeral, in the tiny basement “noisy smoker” packed with girls and smoke and shock.

Other important information Because she probably won’t fill this out, I wat to mention that my roommate, Ann Simcoke Wilm Wood, started Earth Day in April, 1970. She worked with Sen. Gaylord Nelson and wrote the proposal for Congress and came up with the name “Earth Day.” If you ask her, she won’t tell you much, but she did it.

Thomas “Tom” Aaron Snyder 419-496-1397 [email protected]

Spouse: Kitty M. Snyder Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Working in the Library, my Fraternity - Kappa Sigma, and living in Delaware.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life The importance of liberal education, progressive religious thinking, love of history, and learning leadership responsibilities.

Professor I will always remember and why David Jennings - passion for learning and teaching. William Bultman - studying history in depth. Chaplain Jim Leslie - expansive religious thinking and social concern. Anna Macias - passion and teaching.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see England, Scotland, Wales, Holland, Germany, France, Italy, Dominican Republic, Caribbean, Mexico. Would like to visit - more of my own country.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Seminary; Marriage; Children and Grandchildren. Serving parishes for 37 years, and seminary teaching in retirement. Named a Fellow of The National Cathedral College of (Snyder continued) Preachers, 2002. Pastor Emeritus for Christ and First United Methodist Churches, Ashland, Ohio, 2016.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Taking a nap in the Kappa Sigma house at the corner of Winter and Washington Streets, awakened by bells tolling at First Presbyterian and St. Peter's Episcopal churches.

Jane N. Stanton 4974 Sentinel Dr. #103 Bethesda, MD 20816 301-312-8025 [email protected]

Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 9

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan My wonderful friends, great classes and my terrific husband.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Through my work with AWS, I learned the importance volunteering and working with others.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Smith. I took his Civil War courses as electives and loved them. He was an outstanding professor.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Great Britain, Baltic, most of Europe and Mediterranean, Australia and New Zealand, South America, and in August I am going to Africa. Still on my list is South East Asia.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My happy life with Bill and our children. I have always been very involved in volunteer work, kid’s activities, tennis and golf. The wonderful friends we have made over the years!

Where were you when JFK was shot? In my dorm room.

Ronald “Ron” John Stephany 909-793-5100 [email protected]

Spouse: Winnie Number of Children: 2 (Scott and Todd, OWU graduates) Number of Grandchildren: 3 (Violet, Gavin, and Veronica)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Life in the Alpha Sigma Phi house certainly brings to mind wonderful memories: playing piano during "Rush" with Tom Storch on drums and Bill Graham on bass; the theme parties; serving as the fraternity's representative to the Student Senate, followed by a successful campus-wide campaign for president of the Student Senate; date nights at the Gamma Phi Beta house with my pin mate Winnie Hansen, whom I married in 1967; steak dinners at the Surrey Lounge for $2.98; feeling so "adult like" drinking a 3.2 beer; wonderful classes with wonderful professors (and yes, there were some classes with some professors I'd rather forget); and the life-long friendships I have always treasured.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life First, I met my wife, Winnie Hansen Stephany, at OWU. Next year we will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. Winnie is a CPA, and that has been OH so helpful :-). Second, the lessons learned outside of the classroom were so valuable: as Student Senate president how to effectively negotiate with those holding different perspectives; the importance of patience; learning how to prioritize. Finally, OWU quite literally launched me on my career in institutional advancement when I returned to the school as a member of the university relations staff in 1968.

Professor I will always remember and why Heading my list is Dr. Arthur Peterson, professor of politics and government. Art taught all of the practical politics courses, and given his vast experience in the world of practical politics was able to link the practical to the theoretical in a fascinating and compelling way. Then there was Robert Marshall in English. What a character! But he could bring Chaucer to life. Once a year he entertained his classes in his huge, very old home, where we listened to opera singer Caruso on 78 RPM records and where students could ride the in-house elevator, but only if they were "pinned."

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Our adventures include white water rafting down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, the west coast of Mexico, France, Austria and Germany, Tahiti, the island nation of Palau, Costa Rica, Vancouver Island, and the inland waterways of Alaska. We spend each summer and early fall at our cabin in Canada, which is part of the OWU Battlepoint Association, founded by several Ohio Wesleyan faculty and administrators in 1927. Classmate Buck Stultz and his wife Valerie have a cottage on the same lake we are on, and we spend many wonderful hours eating and fishing together. Traveling to Canada has allowed us to visit most of the country's national parks. Next we need to decide where we will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in 2017.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I began my life-long career in 1968 when I joined the OWU university relations staff. After 21 wonderful years at Alma Mater I was named Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations at Oberlin College. The last 16 years of my career were spent as Vice President for University Relations at the University of Redlands in Southern California. While at OWU I became involved in the Council for Advancement and (Stephany continued) Support of Education (CASE), with headquarters in Washington, DC. I served CASE as District Chair of its Great Lakes District, the Far West District, and as a member of the national board of trustees. In 2005 I received the Frank Ashmore Award from CASE for service to the organization and to the profession.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I heard the news on the car radio while driving back to campus from the Delaware Dam.

Other important information Ohio Wesleyan is such an important part of my life. As noted I met my wife, Winnie, there. Both of our children graduated from OWU. And while she was living in Delaware my mother took courses in the Music Department, where she gave her senior piano recital at the age of 84.

Winifred “Winnie” May Hansen Stephany 909-793-5100 [email protected]

Spouse: Ronald Stephany Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Gamma Phi Beta - gave me the opportunity to reinvent myself after High School. Lyon Art Hall, an inspiring place to pursue my major.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Classmate Ron and I have been married 49 years. Next year is Golden! I was encouraged by the art department to study sculpture in Fontainebleau, France the summer after graduation, which was a life-changing experience. OWU gave me the opportunity to take accounting classes several years after our return to Delaware. This led to my passing the CPA exam and my career as an accountant. I am still practicing.

Professor I will always remember and why Ebb Haycock. He cared about his students, always encouraging us to stretch and embrace all possibilities.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Been: Blind River, Canada (OWU Battlepoint Association) every summer since 1977. Salzburg, Austria for a wild New Year's celebration. West coast of Mexico as far south as Acapulco. Hawaii-Maui, Kauai, Oahu. Costa Rica. Tahiti. Palau. Whitewater rafting down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Ron and I have travelled through all of the states and Canadian provinces, and most major national parks. Hope to do more snorkeling, perhaps the Great Barrier reef.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Joys: both sons also graduated from OWU. Both married great women and gave us terrific grandchildren. Challenge and surprise: CPA certification. The best winters of my life have been in Southern California. No more shoveling snow!

Where were you when JFK was shot? Lyons Art Hall. We were summoned to the central main staircase where we received the notification from one of our professors. There were no dry eyes as we realized how vulnerable we were and our country was.

Other important information I never flunked any classes, but I am flunking retirement.

Ann Mason Putnam Stiegler 803-396-3862 [email protected]

Spouse: James (Jim) Number of Children: 1 Number of Grandchildren: 2

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I was fortunate to live in all four dorms, starting with Austin Hall, then Monnett, Stuyvesant and finally Hayes. I remember all the walks from the dorms to class and back twice a day. If the temperature was 20 degrees or lower we could wear slacks!

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I enjoyed my time at OWU and the friends I met there. I am still in touch with a number of them and remember fondly some of the special times we shared together.

Professor I will always remember and why Gene Chenoweth - Politics and Government - funny and challenging. George Burns – Botany - made a subject I was not particularly fond of, interesting and exciting.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see My husband and I have done quite a bit of traveling in this country and a number of European countries as well. My all-time favorite trip was to Alaska.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan My husband and I lived and worked in the Maryland - Washington, DC area for 40 years. We retired to Fort Mill, South Carolina almost 9 years ago. We have one son, a daughter-in-law and two grandsons who live in Jacksonville FL. We are enjoying the sunny south and the slower pace of life here.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was walking from class back to my dorm when I heard about President Kennedy being shot. I went home the next day and was at the funeral at Arlington National Cemetary. My father worked on Capitol Hill and we were able to ride on a bus from the capital as part of the funeral procession. I was privileged to stand at the grave site along with Heads of State from around the world.

Jane Stone 2240 W. Lane Ave., Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221 614-488-2067 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I will always remember the great friends and professors.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Ohio Wesleyan really instilled a lifelong love o learning and understanding people. This interest in helping others has been most helpful in selling real estate and relating to people’s needs. I have sold many homes to and for many of our alumni, and always feel on the same page with them.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Hastings Eells, my advisor from whom I took several courses. A very fine gentleman.

(Stone continued) Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled the country and Europe, and prefer working now. I love to help people to be in the right housing for them.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I love my life-work, living in the community and home I was raised in, ever learning, being with friends, having a wonderful niece and nephew.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In Stuyvesant Hall.

Other important information I would love to hear from any of you!

Thomas (Tom) A. Storch 33 Brookside Way Missoula, Montana 59802 406-721-3077 [email protected]

Spouse: Nancy Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 3

My Life and Memories: Fifty years later, I look back on my undergraduate years with nostalgia and heartfelt appreciation. Ohio Wesleyan provided a first-rate education in the liberal arts, along with the opportunity to build memories and friendships with an amazing group of individuals. Given the many accomplishments and successes achieved by members of OWU’s Class of 1966, it is evident that undergraduate studies with an emphasis on the humanities, arts, and sciences have an important place in our higher education system today.

After spending the summer of 1966 on an extended camping trip to the west coast with classmate Carl Ill, I enrolled in graduate school at the University of Michigan. Immediately upon undertaking graduate course work and research activities in the Department of Zoology, I became aware of the many benefits of an undergraduate education at Ohio Wesleyan. Four years of countless blue book exams, 3-hour finals, term papers and exposure to a wide array of subjects in the liberal arts paid big dividends when it came to success in graduate school. I was grateful for the many OWU faculty members…including Drs. Bechtel (Religion), Burns (Botany), Chase (Zoology), Reed (English), Smith (History), Swick (Chemistry), among many others whose names are slowly blurring in my memory…who provided me with a strong foundation and a desire to learn.

After completing the Master’s and Ph.D. degrees at the University of Michigan, I accepted a research position at a German government laboratory in Karlsruhe, Germany, and headed overseas with my wife (Nancy DePuy, Class of ’67). My research work involved water quality studies on Lake Constance and entailed joint investigations with scientists from several European countries. Fortunately, I reported to a German scientist who encouraged us to travel and experience the varied cultures and historical attractions of Western Europe. As a result, my wife and I shared several travel adventures exploring major cities, museums, historical sites and natural environments between Norway and southern Italy.

Upon returning to the states, I was employed from 1973 to 1990 at State University of New York, Fredonia. As a research scientist and faculty member, I taught and worked with students and faculty members on several projects focusing on aquatic environments (Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake, Pymatuning Reservoir, etc.) in the western New York/Pennsylvania region. Thanks to the success of our research teams in addressing environmental issues of concern to New York State and the surrounding region, I received the prestigious appointment as SUNY Distinguished Service Professor. I also was appointed to represent New York State as a Commissioner on the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission and serve as a Commission Chairman.

Although teaching and research were my true passions in academic world, I was encouraged to assume administrative duties in various capacities. This gradual transition to administration resulted in a series of cross-country moves for me and for my family. Academic administrative positons included Dean of Huxley College of Environmental Studies at Western Washington University, Dean of the College of Science at Marshall University (Huntington, WV), Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Montana, and Executive VP/Provost at Central Michigan University.

Currently, my wife and I are enjoying retirement, which includes spending summers at our lakeside cottage in northern Michigan and timewith our two daughters (Wendy, Wittenberg Class of ’91 and Jenny, OWU Class of ’98) and their families. During the remainder of the calendar year, we reside at our Montana condo, where we enjoy skiing, fly fishing and hiking in the Rocky Mountain West.

Indeed, my education at Ohio Wesleyan served as major springboard for an interesting career path and an exciting life. I extend my heartfelt thanks to the OWU faculty, staff and friends who made all of this possible.

Buck Stultz

Spouse: Valerie Number of Children: 3 Number of Grandchildren: 6

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Two key happenings in my teens and 20s helped greatly in forming the rest of my life-Attending and graduating from the Mercersburg Academy and doing the same at Ohio Wesleyan. The former prepared me for success at the latter.

Four life shaping experiences occurred at OWU-Becoming a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, athletics, AF ROTC, and most importantly meeting Valerie White.

PKP brothers were, and still are, some of my best friends. Hard work and a sense of fair play came together nicely on several of OWU’s athletic venues. I will always cherish my times with Fred Myers. And, now that we’ve moved back to Delaware, we are privileged to be able to see coaches Gordon and Frye on a regular basis.

A second part of graduation cause me to become an instant 2nd Lt. in the USAF. I went to pilot training at Moody AFB, Ga, during which Valerie ad I were married. After earning my wings, I was assigned to Plattsburg AFB, N.Y. joining the 310th Air Refueling Squadron. Plattsburg is also home of a SUNY school from which she graduated with a degree in elementary school education and was able to get a job right on base.

Other important information Being in SAC is a great birth control method so wanting to have children we decided to leave the military. Fifteen months later Cara Elizabeth was born. Then came Marny Frances followed shortly by Daniel Harrison. Each child graduated, (Cara from Albion, Marny from OWU, and Daniel from the Ohio State University) were married, and presented Valerie and me with two grandchildren each (5 boys and Anna Grace).

When our children were 7, 4, & 3, Valerie decide to go to seminary at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio here in Delaware earning a Masters of Divinity and being ordained in 1985. Valerie loves to go to school so much that she got 2 Masters Degrees and a Doctorate of Divinity. That same year knowing that for most of the rest of our lives we would be in church owned houses, we decided to buy a cottage in Northern Ontario on Lake Dubourne. That lake is the home of the OWU Battlepoint Assn. which is the summertime residence of Dean (Ron) Stead, former president Tom Wenzlau, classmates Frank Montgomery, and Ron & Winnie Stephany. Since all 14 Shultz love to go to Canada, we built a second building on the property so that we could all be there at the same time.

Valerie retired in 2014 and spent most of the summer on the lake. I hope to do so in a year or two. We have been fortunate to enjoy relatively good health and, as I said at the top, -Life’s been good to me so far.

Martha (Marty) Reese Thomas 10 Aviara Court, Napa, CA 94558 707-258-6299 [email protected]

Spouse: Dave Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 6

John Lawrence Thompson 641-484-3315 [email protected]

Spouse: Carol (deceased), Devera (present) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 5 grandsons and 4 step grandchildren

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Friendships made. Otherwise....

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life I learned to cope with the solitude.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see All over the USA save AK, HI and SC, Maritimes, ON, QB and BC in Canada, and northern Mexico. Have camped in or visited many National Parks, hope to see them all before the grim reaper calls. Look forward to the rest of the globe, see the ancestral home in the Alsace, the Orient and wherever the wind directs. As they say, it is well as I have been over the mountain and seen the elephant, what more is required for a full life.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Law school, marriage, birth of two daughters, walking them down the aisle, birth of 5 grandsons, work as a general practitioner in the law, sadness of loss of first wife after 28 year fight of MS. Renewal, remarriage, and remain relatively healthy as I search for a glimmer of gold in the golden years.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Just exited Spanish class.

Other important information After leaving I went on to achieve a bachelors in Eng. Lit. at EMU, then JD from Ole Miss, sat for and passed 1969 Michigan Bar and have engaged in the legal trenches since.

Sig Tullmann 781 861 7252 (home), 978 884 2180 (cell) [email protected]

Spouse: Linda Number of Children: 2 (Patrick and Christopher) Number of Grandchildren: 2 (Max and Rory)

Memories: Those "aha" moments in class, the several friendships formed and still in place today, those many evenings in the "Jug", the sweet moments of "breaking the rules."

How OWU influenced my life: I came to OWU as a German immigrant kid who had arrived in the US 6 years earlier. As the first one in my family to attend college I had to find and make my own way. OWU gave me a platform to launch a life unimagined a few years earlier. The support from many role models, especially fraternity brothers and good friends in other fraternity houses, was significant.

Professors I will always remember and why: Verne Edwards and Libby Read, their lessons and focus on clear thinking and clear communication. Visiting professor Dr. Eugene Benedetti from the University of Padua, Italy. He left me with a much broader perspective on politics and history.

Where I have traveled: Been fortunate to see a good part of the world. Travels throughout Europe, India, Australia, New Zealand, parts of South America, and Japan. Also been to Israel, Turkey, Kenya and Morocco. Places I would like to see: China and Patagonia.

Life since OWU: Served with the Peace Corps in India 1966 - 1968. Then attended Boston University (1968 - 1969) - completed MS. Fell in love with Boston and New England and have been here ever since. At BU fell in love with the girl who has been my wife for over 40 years. During 1969 to 1973 I was a faculty member at Belknap College in Centre Harbor, New Hampshire - Instructor in economics and statistics. Moved to Lexington, Ma in 1973 and entered the computer industry with BASF Corporation (we manufactured tape, disks, and floppy disks) as a product manager. In 1997 the (Tullmann continued) business unit was spun off and I turned the unit into DataStoreMedia, Inc. and became CEO. Retired from that business in 2002 and then founded another company with several engineers exploring hydrogen storage options for vehicle applications for the Department of Energy. Retired from all work activity in 2008. We raised our family in Lexington, MA, and have enjoyed the skiing, hiking, biking and travel opportunities in scenic New England.

Where were you when JFK was shot? My girlfriend and I were heading north on Sandusky St. to the "dam" for some fun time. We were only about a mile from campus when the news from Dallas came on the car radio. We turned around and headed back to the student union. Folks were gathering, many were on the phone talking to parents, other just sat stunned, some cried. It was as if our world had stopped.

Margaret “Peggy” Esch Ullom 281-894-2110 [email protected]

Spouse: Bob Ullom Number of Children: 2 Sons Number of Grandchildren: 4 (3 girls, 1 boy)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Bob proposing to me in Gray Chapel.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU always encouraged you to make a difference in whatever you do and to stand up for whatever you believe---and that has been important in all my life choices.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Jones.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Went to Rome, the place I've always wanted to see---and we've also been to England and Scotland. Hope to go to Ireland soon (and Rome again).

Other important information Was the Associate Director of the Harris County Library system---then also finally became a "detective" as a researcher/legal assistant to an attorney.

Robert “Bob” Vaughn Ullom 281-894-2110 [email protected]

Spouse: Peggy Ullom Number of Children: 2 Sons Number of Grandchildren: 4 (3 girls and 1 boy)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I grew up in Delaware and my memories go back to the late 1940's when my Dad was a professor and our family life was centered in OWU activities of the time. As a student most of my memories include my wife Peggy '66 and our developing relationship. Meeting her in Dr. Crosby's speech class in second semester, first kiss on balcony of

(Ullom continued) PDT house, proposing in Gray Chapel head the list, but there were so many other people who shaped and positively influenced my years as a student.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Learning to learn, and appreciation of scholarship created for me a life-long love of learning.

Professor I will always remember and why I learned from and appreciated almost all of my teachers but in particular Dr. Furguson (History), Dr. Vulgamore (Religion) and the entire Econ Dept. come to mind. Many of the key OWU faculty were long-time family friends.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled most of the USA and some of Europe. We are planning return trips to England, Scotland and Ireland.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan After MBA from Indiana University, we moved to Houston in 1968 and have truly enjoyed the life we have made here. I started out in public accounting, but after 2 years moved into the banking business and was fortunate to be able to be founding President of two start-up banks. In 1989 I started my own company and spent 23 years travelling the country teaching seminars for bankers on lending, regulation and leadership. I enjoyed my teaching, but after 20 years the travel became more trouble than it was worth. I retired in the fall of 2013.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Peggy and I were in the parking lot of the PDT house. She heard the news in the car while I made a quick trip into and out of the house.

Other important information We have enjoyed breeding and owning Thoroughbred race horses. We have been empty nesters for 30 years, but our boys have grown into fine men, husbands and fathers. OWU has always been part of our lives, for which I am so grateful.

Gerald (Duane) Welsh 614-296-0806 [email protected]

Spouse: Linda Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 1

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The calm pleasant academic atmosphere that existed at OWU fifty years ago.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU provided me with a sound fundamental foundation to deal with all challenges and obstacles that life has offered.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. Blaine Grimes taught me to relax - life is a journey not a destination so enjoy the trip. Steve Ware taught me to make sure my credits always exceed my debits.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I have traveled to England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, Holland and Belgium.

Where were you when JFK was shot? In psychology class at OWU.

Other important information I have lived a very fulfilling life and credit OWU with a life philosophy that allowed me to do so.

George Hugh Welsheimer 614-523-2854 [email protected]

Spouse: Jane Ayres Welsheimer (OWU 1969) Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan I enjoyed living in Selby Stadium for a year, and then the frat house for the next three. Our pledge class skip out of hell week and traveling to D.C. instead is unforgettable. Time with my teammates was wonderful, and we still get together for games and inductions. But my most cherished memory is meeting the love of my life, Jane, at OWU.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Wesleyan helped prepare me for a professional life. I taught for 41 years at the senior high and university levels. I created a fine base at OWU, as well as good study habit.

Professor I will always remember and why I will always remember Professor Robert Marshall.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see I would like to go to Scotland.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Jane and I now live in Westerville, near our two sons and four grandchildren. They are a joy. I love sports, and had a good coaching career. Still playing sports is very valuable for me. Jane and I are still able to travel, and that is a joy, although more challenging than during our earlier years.

Where were you when JFK was shot? The old library.

Other important information I have been able to return to OWU often, and it has been impressive to see the University grow. I have enjoyed the reunions, returning for games and inductions, as well as seeing many friends when we gather at OWU. I have also been proud to have visited many of my former high school students who attended OWU. That was special for me.

We are pleased and honored to recognize the leadership and generosity of our newest members of the Founders’ Circle and Associate Founders’ Circle who were inducted on Thursday, May 12th. The following members join a special group of generous alumni, parents, and friends who are partners with Ohio Wesleyan as we seek to grow in excellence.

Founders’ Circle The Founders’ Circle recognizes donors that have enriched the university through lifetime gifts of $1 million and above.

John F. ’83 and Herbert L. ’61 and Kathryn Bradford ’83 Milligan Margaret Wright ’61 DuPont Beatrice Knapp McDowell* ’40 Robert D. Lindner ’71 Emerson D. Ashley* ’23 Cynthia Moore Mitchell ’61 John and Eugenia Davis ’63 Mills Dave E.’ 65 and Ira A. Lipman ’62 Patricia Frasher ’66 Papoi Carolyn P. Ferry ’53

Associate Founders’ Circle The Associate Founders’ Circle recognizes donors whose lifetime contributions to Ohio Wesleyan total $500,000 to $999,999.

Michael L. McCluggage Nancy J. Hall* ’65 Harry A.* ’40 and Kevin J. ’70 and Nancy McGinty Mary Midden Humes* ’39 Nicholas E. ’75 and Helen Shearer Fitch* ’45 Lydia Keller ’77 Calio

*deceased

On behalf of the entire Ohio Wesleyan community, thank you for your generous support and the profound impact you’ve had on Ohio Wesleyan and our students.

Dr. Ronald “Raunch” D. Wenger 762 Farwell Dr., Madison, WI 53704 608-241-4216 [email protected]

Spouse: Judy Wenger Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 6

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Good faculty, dorm life, fraternity life, going to required chapel, fraternity parties, late night ball sessions after taking our dates back to the dorm by “curfew.”

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Gave me a good foundation for medical school.

Professor I will always remember and why Libby Reed.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Egypt, China, Japan, Thailand, Hawaii, Machu Pichu, Anchor Wat, Galapagos Islands, Amazon River, Easter Island, Chile, Buenos Aries, Rio De Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Kenya, Tanzania, Victoria Falls, various Caribbean Islands, England, Italy, France, Denmark, Greece, Germany, Austria, and Russia.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan I have been lucky enough and successful enough to enjoy a good and healthy life. I find meaning in helping others as a surgeon and in being with my family.

Other important information I am still working and traveling and skiing.

Jonathan “Jon” Whittaker 473 Timberland Trail, New Castle, PA 16102 724-667-7886 [email protected]

Spouse: Diana Number of Children: 5 Number of Grandchildren: 5

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The Delt pledge class activities and the tug-of-war. The ROTC outing where we had a night-time raid in a protected cabin; flashlights were used as guns. Working in the (Whittaker continued) newspaper office along with some fabulous people. The Glee Club activities. IBM cards used for taking roll for Chapel (substituting record club IBM cards created quite a stir).

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life OWU prepared me for my adult life by providing me the foundation for 3 different careers.

Professor I will always remember and why Gordon Olmstead as an inspiration and super role model.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see While in the Military, I traveled throughout the world. I most enjoyed Europe and the weekend excursions we took. I will always remember Austria and the beautiful mountains and meadows. I didn’t get a chance to visit New Zealand. That is one place that I would still like to see.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Joys-My family, good health and achieving career goals. Challenges-Moving more than 20 times and learning new job requirements every 2 to 4 years. Surprises-Something new every day. Regrets-None Accomplishments-a 26 year military career. Building our current home on land I always wanted.

Where were you when JFK was shot? I was at the Delt fraternity house having lunch. We all immediately went into the living room and stood in front of the TV the rest of the day.

Michael Wise One month after OWU graduation, I married Elizabeth (Buffie) McNaughton (OWU Class “64). Our plans were to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, where I would enter the University of Michigan’s MBA program. Those plans were abruptly changed when the draft board refused me further educational deferment. To avoid the Army and Vietnam, I enlisted in the United States Air Force and, although there was a long waiting list, applied for officer’s training school (OTS). After completing basic training in San Antonio, I eventually got a slot in OTS and was commissioned as a second lieutenant.

My job in the Air Force was as a fuels officer (read glorified gas station attendant for aircraft). Our first assignment was at Amarillo, Texas. We were not sad to leave the dust storms and prairie dogs of Amarillo for an assignment to Suffolk County Air Force Base on Long Island, New York. My next assignment reshaped our future in several ways. In 1968, I was assigned as base fuels officer at Bien Hoa Air Force Base, Republic of Vietnam. Bien Hoa was a Vietnamese base and, at that time, was the busiest airport in the world. I was a first lieutenant replacing a lieutenant colonel. There is much I could say about this experience; it is more comfortable to say little except it changed me and my goals for the future. My assignment after RVN was to Loring, Maine (ugh!); however, with much effort and help from others, that assignment was changed to SAC Headquarters, Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. SAC was a very interesting assignment. Omaha has got to be the coldest place in the winter and the hottest place in the summer. If fate is on your side you will not buy a house that is downwind from a feed lot! My job included work on SAC’s underground battle staff and helping to plan special missions for the SR-71 and U-2. Most important of all, in 1970 our son Paul was born in Omaha.

While in Vietnam I decided to pursue a career in medicine, so after 18 months in Omaha we left the Air Force and headed to Cleveland, Ohio. Why Cleveland? I wanted, if at all possible, to attend medical school at Case Western Reserve Medical School (CWRU). CWRU Med School has a unique curriculum and way of teaching medicine. I enrolled in John Carroll University to get required pre-med courses and Elizabeth (Buffie) went to work at American Greetings Corporation. Long story short, I was accepted to CWRU Medical School in 1972 and then applied and was accepted by the Air Force for an active-duty scholarship program.

We spent a total of 21 years in the Air Force, with two assignments in San Antonio and one in Boston for a fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. My area of medical interest was treating psychiatric issues in medically ill patients, which is basically a combination of internal medicine and psychiatry. I retired from the Air Force in 1987 with the rank of Colonel and joined the medical school faculty at the University of Texas at San Antonio. In 1989 we move to New Orleans where I took the position of Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at the Ochsner Clinic. In 1999 we moved to Sacramento, California for a job at the University of California at Davis. I left the university in 2000.

During my academic career, I published more than 100 articles and 16 books. Some of these books have been translated into Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, and Hungarian. I am most proud of editing the first and second editions of the textbook in my medical specialty. Buffie and I have been married for 50 years and have one child, Paul. He is a colorectal surgeon and Program Director for General Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis. His wife Anne is currently retired from Ob-Gyn and raising our two grandchildren, Cami, age 11 and Mikey, age 9. Buffie is a Master Gardener and I am a woodworker. We travel often and enjoy wine; life is good…

Karyn Ann Wrenshall 651-262-8693 [email protected]

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan The plays we performed, the friendships formed.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life A continued love and interest in theatre! Helping me prepare for a long and fulfilling career as a drama teacher for children.

Professor I will always remember and why Dr. David Osbourne -- who inspired and influenced my writing, who always treated me as an individual.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see Three years of Peace Corps service in the Philippines with Michael Welch, plus travels in SE Asia, India, Iran, and Europe.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan Many wonderful years of working with children in the classroom and on stage. Performances as an actor and singer, and choir member.

Where were you when JFK was shot? On the central steps of the Art Building.

Other important information Created and directed Sneaker Theatre, a summer program for teens. For two seasons we produced plays for children at Chappelear Drama Center.

David “Zeke” F. Yates 314-560-2108 [email protected]

Spouse: Linda Zambakian Number of Children: 2 Number of Grandchildren: 4 (Girl 22; Boys 18, 16, 13)

Memories I cherish from Ohio Wesleyan Courting my wife; football and lacrosse teammates and games; Phi Delta Theta fraternity brothers.

How Ohio Wesleyan influenced my life Met my wife of 50 years and mother of my children; that pretty much says it all.

(Yates continued) Professor I will always remember and why Football coach Jack Fouts for giving me a second chance in his first year at OWU; Lacrosse coach Fred Myers; Drs. Frank Montgomery for his patience in freshman religion and Harry Bahrick because Linda and I met in his statistics class, and she shared her notes with me.

Where I have traveled and places I would like to see We have travelled to Europe and much of US; for our 50th anniversary we will be visiting Normandy, France, and South Africa on golf cruises.

My life (joys, challenges, surprises, regrets, accomplishments, and friends) since graduating from Ohio Wesleyan University of Missouri Law School; after 2 years at NLRB, have practiced law--and am still practicing.

Where were you when JFK was shot? Upstairs in my apartment at 23 S. Sandusky St. The landlady called the news up the stairs.

Other important information I will never forget the Chapel Service my freshman year-1962-in which a man from a country with which I was not familiar-Vietnam- saying in broken English that the US was about to make a terrible mistake by becoming involved in a land war in Southeast Asia.