Volume 5 Issue 1 July/August 2013 Alumni Times
QUARTERLY CLARKSON COLLEGE ALUMNI NEWSLETTER
Noel-Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventory Survey Results INSIDE: Annual survey reveals students satisfaction with the College 2 President’s Message: Thanks & By Chris Swanson, Institutional Effectiveness & Quality Assurance Coordinator Looking Ahead at New Year
Clarkson College students recently › This institution has a good reputation 2013 Alumni Scholarship completed the Noel-Levitz Student within the community. Recipient Satisfaction Inventory (SSI), a national survey › The Clarkson College website is easy to 3 New Alumni Association Of cers that measures student satisfaction across a navigate. & Board Members broad spectrum of college life. This year, 21 percent of the student body participated. › On the whole, the campus is well- 4 Decorated Table Trivia Event maintained. This is the fth year Clarkson College 5 Alumni Association Sponsors students have had the opportunity to let When asked each of the ve years, “Would Spring Finals Study Hall their “opinion count." you enroll here again?” an overwhelming 6 Graduate Capstone Review majority of Clarkson College students Nearly 81 percent of indicated they would. This has been the 8 Academic Integrity at the College case over the past ve years and has been at 9 Alumni Association Membership students stated that a higher response rate than other four-year Clarkson College was private institutions. 11 Alumni Weekend: Event Registration Form their rst college choice. More good news from this year’s survey is that Clarkson College was the rst choice 12 Continuing Education Event: among schools for nearly 81 percent of our Health Care Ethics The survey incorporates a two-prong students, a number that is up almost 3.5 13 Spring Garden Walk Recap approach for evaluation: how “important” percent from last year. an item is to an individual and his/her 14 Alumni Class Notes “satisfaction.” On nearly all of the items All results from this year’s SSI con rm the 16 Students of All Types Coming surveyed, students expressed greater upward satisfaction trend our students have Together in New Organization importance and satisfaction than students been indicating over the past ve years. from the national comparison group. The During this time, there have been changes 17 Service Reaches First Lady top four most important aspects of and made to improve a variety of student Celebration of Writing & the satisfaction with the Clarkson College services and facilities as well as enhance Creative Arts experience expressed are as follows: academic and advising practices. 18 Faculty of the Year › The quality of instruction I receive in most A constant over the past ve years is & Distinguished Service Award of my classes is excellent. that the results from the statement “This › The content of the courses within my institution has a good reputation within major is valuable. the community” has always appeared high on the “Clarkson College Strengths” › Nearly all of the faculty members are The Alumni Times is a quarterly publication list from Noel-Levitz, a tribute to the knowledgeable in their eld. that is distributed by the Alumni Association College alumni who carry on the tradition of Clarkson College at 101 South 42 Street, › The instruction in my major eld is of being those prepared students who Omaha, Neb. 68131. For story or photo excellent. professionally provide high quality, ethical submissions, please contact Rita VanFleet, and compassionate health care services to › Class size at this institution facilitates my Alumni Coordinator, at 402.552.3516 or via the community and the world. learning. e-mail at van [email protected].
Alumni Times 1 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE ASSOCIATION HIGHLIGHTS Thanks & Looking 2013 Alumni New Alumni Association Ahead at New Year Scholarship Recipient Of cers & Board Members
The 2013-14 Alumni Association Board members and of cers were Summer is nally here! I hope The Alumni Association awarded a $2,500 scholarship nominated from an uncontested ballot. They began their duties on everyone is having a safe and to Radiologic Technology (RT) and Medical Imaging June 1. wonderful summer. student Michelle Glow. She is a Westside High School graduate and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise The Alumni Association has Science at Creighton University in Omaha, Neb. Michelle been busy. The membership PRESIDENT plans to graduate from Clarkson College in fall 2014 with drive started this May, and I MICHELLE GLOW, her Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and Rachel Thompson, M.S.N., R.N. would like to remind you to THIS YEAR'S ALUMNI Bachelor’s degree in Medical Imaging. Rachel graduated from the Clarkson College Bachelor of Science please ll out the membership SCHOLARSHIP in Nursing program in 2004 and obtained her Master of Science in form (page 9) and send it RECIPIENT The dual degree program option was a determining factor Nursing degree from the College in December 2012. She currently in to Rita VanFleet, Alumni for Michelle’s college decision. The decision was solidi ed serves as Assistant Director of Undergraduate Nursing at the College. Coordinator. Joining the Alumni Association after speaking with a Clarkson College RT student during a Rachel has taken on the responsibility of heading the iPad Academy provides opportunities to mix, mingle and network visit and observation at a local radiology department. The for the Alumni Association and is a great proponent of advanced with old friends as well as new acquaintances. student had high regards for the Clarkson College program technology use in the educational setting. Your membership matters. Membership dues and expressed her excitement about her educational are vital to fund Association programs, activities, experiences to Michelle. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD, FIRST ROW FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, communications and various academic support VICE PRESIDENT SUE LEUTZINGER, CHERA TREMBLAY & SUSAN BRISTOL. SECOND initiatives such as the Association’s support for Michelle is the Radiologic Technology Student Association ROW, NICKKI HARDIN & RITA VAN FLEET. THIRD ROW, RACHEL THOMPSON & CARLA DIRKSCHNEIDER. FOURTH ROW, ANN campus organizations, programs and scholarships. (RTSA) President and a tutor for anatomy, physiology, Nickki Hardin, M.S., R.T.(R)(M) (CIIP) HAGENAU, JEANETTE KASSMEIER & TRISH WEBER. By doing your part as a passionate alumni member, medical terminology and any RT/Medical Imaging courses. Nickki received her Associate of Science degree in Radiologic you will help to ensure that Clarkson College Her hobbies include rowing, biking, watching European Technology and Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging from continues to be strong for generations to come. soccer, baking and puzzles. Michelle has two siblings and a Clarkson College in 1995 and her Master of Science degree in Health Ann Hagenau, M.S., R.T.(R)(M) large extended family. After graduation, she hopes to travel Services Management in 1997. Nickki is the manager of the Radiology Ann is a three-time Clarkson College graduate. She received both her The new Alumni Association Board of cers and to Europe, speci cally to Ireland and England. department at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, Neb. Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology and Bachelor members took of ce in June, and you will see some of Science degree in Medical Imaging from Clarkson College in familiar faces again this year. The 2013-14 Board 1995. She obtained her Master of Science degree in Health Services SECRETARY members are prepared and energized to start the Management from the College in 1997. Ann is a Radiologic Technology new year. Once again, the Board is creating some Carla Dirkschneider, M.S., RHIA and Medical Imaging faculty member at the College. After the death of great events and moving forward with the Alumni Carla graduated from Clarkson College with her Master of Science her son, Christopher, Ann and her family founded the CHRS foundation Association iPad Academy. The Alumni Association 125 Years. One Scholarship. degree in Health Care Business Leadership in 2007. She is the Director to help lower socioeconomic families in Omaha, Neb. and surrounding will continue to give back to the College community, of the Health Care Business program at Clarkson College. areas. To learn more about the wonderful work of CHRS foundation, publish quarterly newsletters and organize special Unlimited ways to help a current Clarkson College student visit chrscharity.org. programs and events to bring alumni together. Several donations have been received for the 125th Anniversary Alumni Scholarship. TREASURER Jeanette Kassmeier, B.S.N., R.N., ONC I have been privileged and honored to serve as the This one-time scholarship is a way for the Alumni Association to honor and celebrate Jeanette (JJ) has worked at Clarkson Hospital—now The Nebraska Alumni Association President for the year. I have the founding of Clarkson College. The scholarship will be awarded during the 125th Chera Tremblay, P.T.A., B.S. Medical Center—since her graduation from Clarkson College in 1972. met and worked with some amazing individuals anniversary dinner held Sept. 20 at Joslyn Art Museum. Chera graduated from Wayne State University with her Bachelor’s She currently serves as a Case Manager for the Ortho/Neuro specialty throughout my term. I would like to take the degree in 2004 and from Clarkson College with her Associate’s degree and is an Orthopedic Certi ed Nurse. JJ has volunteered many hours Donations are still being accepted, and you are invited to participate. Donations with a opportunity to thank Rita VanFleet and the 2012-13 in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in 2008. She is a faculty member of her time to the Alumni Association over the years. “125” or any dollar amount are appreciated. Your contributions are an excellent way to Alumni Association Board of cers and members and Assistant Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education for the assist Clarkson College students as they pursue their education. Sue Leutzinger, M.S.N., R.N. for their commitment and dedication to the Alumni Clarkson College PTA program. Association. I have no doubt in my mind the new Sue is an Assistant Professor at Clarkson College, teaching basic skills Donate Board will continue to move the Alumni Association at the freshman level and medical-surgical nursing at the sophomore Checks should be made payable to Alumni Scholarship Fund and mailed to Alumni forward to achieve new goals. DIRECTORS level. She also teaches the nurse refresher clinical component. Sue is a Coordinator, 101 South 42nd Street, Omaha, Neb. 68131. Questions may be directed Clarkson College alumna, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Sincerely yours, to Rita VanFleet at van [email protected] or 402.552.3516. All donors will be Susan Bristol, B.S.N., R.N. degree in 1989 and her Master of Science in Nursing degree in 2009. recognized for their donations in the October/November issue of the Alumni Times. Susan earned her Diploma in Practical Nursing from Clarkson College in 1978. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in Trish Weber, M.S., R.T. (R) (CT) 1991 from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is a freelance Trish is an instructor in the Radiologic Technology and Medical Imaging Trish Weber, M.H.A., R.T.(R), (C.T.) writer and has been published in Chicken Soup for the Veteran’s Soul, programs at Clarkson College. She is a three-time Clarkson College (‘93, ’08, ‘11) Ordinary Miracles in Nursing and Inspiring the Inspirational, magazines graduate, receiving her Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Alumni Association President and newsletters. She became a board member in order to be involved Technology in 1995, her Bachelor of Science degree in Medical PH 402 552 3308 and reconnect with the College and its alumni. Imaging in 2008, and her Master of Science degree in Health Care [email protected] Administration in 2011.
2 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 3 ASSOCIATION HIGHLIGHTS
THE EXTREME COUPONING TABLE WAS A THRIFTY ADDITION TO THE COWGIRLS AT THE SHOOTOUT AT THE CC CORRAL TABLE THIS YEAR'S EVENT FESTIVITIES. SHOWED US CITY SLICKERS WHAT LIFE IS LIKE ON THE RANGE.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP, WATSON CAN BARELY CONTAIN HIS EXCITEMENT AS HE MAKES HIS ROUNDS THROUGHOUT HOWARD HALL. COCO RECEIVES A HARDY BELLY RUB FROM A NEW FRIEND. ELIZABETH MURPHY SPENDS A MOMENT GREETING SARG. STUDENTS ENJOY DOTING ON LILY IN BETWEEN STUDY SESSIONS.
THE VEGAS TABLE BROUGHT THEIR LUCK & SMILES TO THE EVENT. LIFE WAS LIKE A DAY AT THE BEACH WITH THE BAHAMA MAMAS. Alumni Association Sponsors Spring Annual Decorated Table Trivia Event a Success Finals Study Hall for Students A brief recap of an enjoyable & creative trivia- lled Saturday morning The Alumni Association hosted the spring Safarik and Watson, a Lhasapoo. Tuesday’s nals study hall April 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. visitors were Ann Smith and Lily, a pit bull and Decorated Table Trivia has become an annual coupons, les and purchased items for her if participants needed them. The Bahama to 2 p.m. in Howard Hall on campus. The breed ambassador; Mike Christensen and event for the Alumni Association. June 1 saw table. She was awarded a free table at next Mamas table won the table trivia contest purpose of the study hall is for students to nd Max, a German shorthair mix; Shady Staton the third annual event take place in Howard year’s event. Carla Dirkschneider’s Shootout at earning 52 out of 56 points. Each table guest a quiet place to prepare for nal exams. and Sarg, a boxer and Stephanie Deleidi and Hall. It was a smaller crowd this year due to the CC Corral took second place and featured was awarded a Starbucks gift card. Second Moses, a Labradoodle. These teams were Domesti-PUPS provided hour-long therapy FROM TOP, ADAM WETZEL TAKES A BREAK some unexpected last-minute issues that a cowboy centerpiece and guests dressed in place went to the Vegas table with 48 points. organized through the work of Kathy Torres TO GREET MOSES & HIS MOM, STEPHANIE dog visits both days to help students unwind kept four tables from participating. However, cowboy attire. from Domesti-PUPS. DELEIDI. DIANA STARBUCK SAYS, The fun morning left guests excitedly and relax. The students were thrilled with the remaining four table hostesses outdid "HELLO" TO MAX & HIS OWNER, MIKE After a breakfast pizza brunch, seven rounds discussing next year’s table themes and event. the visitors and spent a lot of time with the The Alumni Association provided light snacks themselves in creativity and fun. CHRISTENSEN. CHEYENNE & HER MOM, of trivia were played. Trivia topics included Want to join in the fun? Save Saturday, June dogs. The handlers were very good with and fruit for the students during their study LAUREL HAMILTON, MAKE NEW FRIENDS Table hostesses this year were Jen Anderson brain teasers, the Bible, national monuments, 7, 2014 as the date for the next Decorated the students, as well. The students were time. Nearly 100 students took advantage of WITH STUDYING STUDENTS. ('10) with Extreme Couponing, Carla table themes, U.S. geography, animals and T.V. Table Trivia event and plan to join us. appreciative of Domesti-PUPS' visit and the quiet study atmosphere and relaxation Dirkschneider ('07) with Shootout at the theme songs. Each round had eight questions Contact Alumni Coordinator Rita VanFleet at requested it become a reoccurring event with the dogs. CC Corral, Rita VanFleet ('67, '94, '06) with per category, and all of the participants were van [email protected] or via phone during the sponsored study halls. Bahama Mamas and Trish Weber ('95, '08, extremely competitive in their attempts to at 402.552.3516 to reserve your spot. We look Monday's visitors were B.J. Addison and '11) with Vegas. First place was awarded to answer the questions correctly. Stickers— forward to seeing you next year! Coco, a chocolate lab; Laurel Hamilton and Jen Anderson for her wonderful display of sold for $5 a piece—were used for answers Cheyenne, an English black lab; and Laura
4 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 5 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Capstone Review by Alumni Association Board Graduate capstone project review for April 2013 graduates GRADUATE CAPSTONE PROJECTS APRIL 2013 GRADUATES Since the October/November 2011 edition of activity behaviors. The research was used Purpose The purpose of this project was (Woods, 2009). Patients seek care with the the newsletter, Capstone projects are featured to guide the development of a tool to help to design an evidenced-based guideline purpose of receiving an antibiotic and are after they are presented by the Master’s nurse practitioners ef ciently incorporate and accompanying owchart regarding the granted their requests even though treatment Jean Beumler Knowledge and Attitudes Charlyne Riecken Nurses’ Perception of program graduates. The Capstone experience prescriptive exercise into the treatment of important assessments and observations to guidelines do no support antibiotics for the Related to Complementary & Alternative Communication Barriers to Palliative Care allows each student to investigate a question overweight and obese adolescents. make prior to extubating a post-operative treatment (Pratter, 2006). Medicine in Upper Level BSN & MSN Consults in the Intensive Care Unit, advisor of practical importance by utilizing the critical bariatric surgical patient. Students in a Small Midwestern College, Dr. Layna Himmelberg Methodology Literature was reviewed from Purpose The primary purpose of this project thinking skills, knowledge, strategies, theories advisor Dr. Linda Jensen an extensive search of CINAHL, Medline, Methodology Robert Gagné’s principle was to create an adult teaching brochure Jana Rus Development of an Evidence- and principles learned throughout the course EBSCO and Google Scholar. Resources were learning and problem solving conditions related to URIs that can be given to patients Amanda Bogard Facilitating Nurse Based Brochure to Reduce Readmission of study. The nal outcome of the Capstone limited to articles published from 2002 to of learning was used as the framework for while they are waiting to be seen in the clinic, Practitioner Use of Prescriptive Exercise of Congestive Heart Failure Patients, experience includes completion of a scholarly, the present. The guided tool was reviewed the development of this project. Scholarly with the outcome of teaching patients on in Overweight & Obese Adolescents, advisor Dr. Mae Timmons evidence-based document that can be further by primary care nurse practitioners and a literature was reviewed and evidence-based proper URI treatment. The brochure is based advisor Dr. Layna Himmelberg revised for potential publication or an actual Samantha Stephany Educational physician for validation of its usefulness in nursing actions pertaining to these major on research evaluating proper reading level document that can be used by practitioners, Lee Carlson Improving Early Recognition Effects Upon the Nursing Perceptions of clinical practice. concepts were incorporated in both the (6th grade), color (yellow), font size (16) and educators, administrators or clients. of Symptoms of Myocardial Infarction by Hospital-Acquired Delirium, advisor Dr. guideline and owchart. patient preferences (Bernardini, Ambrogi, Brief Description A brief guided tool was Rural Women, advisor Dr. Gloria Gross Layna Himmelberg The subcommittee once again reviewed the Fardella, Perioli & Guiliano, 2001). designed based on Nola Pender’s Health Brief Description The guideline is a ve- Capstone projects—Using the established Shannon Fecher Development of an Chaquita Thomas Healthy Lifestyles Promotion model. This was designed to page document that includes speci c nursing Methodology Information for this paper was rubric—submitted by the advisors for the Evidence-Based Guideline Regarding & Obesity Prevention in African American evaluate the factors that contribute to interventions appropriate to assess and use obtained by searching a variety of databases April 2013 graduates and chose the top Various Aspects of Testosterone Girls, advisor Dr. Layna Himmelberg an individual’s physical activity behavior, to deter post-operative complications when including CINAHL, Medline Plus and research three Capstone projects for recognition. Replacement Therapy, advisor Dr. Mae including past experiences, personal barriers extubating a patient who has undergone articles related to upper respiratory infections. John Urbanski Nurses’ Perception Amanda Bogard’s abstract, Facilitating Nurse Timmons and perceived self-ef cacy. This information bariatric surgery. The owchart is an 8.5" x Guidelines for treatment were evaluated from Practitioner Use of Prescriptive Exercise in of Readiness for Pathway to Excellence could be used to create an exercise 11” document using a decision tree format a variety of online websites such as Up to Overweight and Obese Adolescents, placed Stephanie Hogan Mock Emergency Designation, advisor Dr. Peggy Gound prescription for a physical activity goal that summarizes the pertinent information Date, Epocrates and the Center for Disease rst. Second place was awarded to Laura Scenarios: Recommendations for the established collaboratively between provider provided in the guideline. Control, online journal articles and textbooks. Lombardo for her abstract, Evidence-Based Clinical Setting, advisor Dr. Nina Wardell and patient. Interested in reading an unpublished Resources for PACU Nurses Responsible for Recommendations for Use The goal of the Brief Description The adult-focused Sherry Hron Herbal & Alternative abstract from this or a previous semester? Extubating Post-Operative Bariatric Surgical Recommendations for Use The literature guideline is for the PACU nurse to read to gain brochure, based on Nola Pender’s Health Remedies for Patients with Mild to The Clarkson Service League Library has Patients. Third place winner was Nathan Kaiser reports that the most successful physical up-to-date evidence regarding post-operative promotion model, stresses the patient’s Moderate Pain, advisor Dr. Linda Jensen for his abstract, Upper Respiratory Infections: activity goals are those that are tailored care of patients who undergo bariatric ability to autonomously treat URIs with proper an ongoing process that now makes it easy A Patient-Focused Educational Tool. to the individual’s abilities, preferences surgery and speci c nursing assessments education (Pender, 1996). The brochure was Brandon & Erin Jordan Perceptions for students and alumni to review graduate and resources. The goal of the guided tool and interventions that are appropriate to created with the purpose of decreasing the of Faculty Using High-Fidelity Simulation, Capstone projects. Facilitating Nurse Practitioner Use of advisor Dr. Nina Wardell is to incorporate individualized prescriptive conduct prior to extubating a patient. costs/number of of ce visits, decreasing the To do this, go to the online Library Catalog Prescriptive Exercise in Overweight & exercise with nutrition counseling and The owchart provides a quick visual summary number of prescriptions and decreasing the Nathan Kaiser available at http://bit.ly/139o57j. Type Obese Adolescents by Amanda Bogard Upper Respiratory behavioral therapy as part of a holistic of the pertinent information contained in cost of lling prescriptions associated with Background Rates of adolescent obesity Infections: A Patient-Focused Educational the author’s name or a few keywords into treatment plan for overweight and the guideline. URIs. The brochure covers topics including are rising in the United States. Adolescents Tool, Dr. Patricia Coyle-Rogers the search box and hit enter. The Power obese adolescents. a de nition of URIs, symptoms of URIs, with an elevated body mass index (BMI) Recommendations for Future Research Search link can be used to conduct a more appropriate treatments, complementary and Brian Lake A Bariatric Sensitivity Tool for have an increased risk of adulthood obesity Examples of descriptive and comparative advanced search. alternative medicine (CAMs), and the timeline Staff in a Bariatric Clinic, advisor Dr. Nina and associated chronic illnesses such as studies that can be conducted using both in seeking out health care providers' services. Wardell To view the entire list of Capstone projects, diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia. Evidence-Based Resources for PACU the guideline and owchart are provided to go to the “Lists” tab and select “Special Laura Lombardo Evidence-Based Nurse practitioners face numerous challenges Nurses Responsible for Extubating Post- determine need for revision of documents Recommendations for Use The brochure Titles.” Click the “Capstone Projects” link. Resources for PACU Nurses Responsible in assessing and treating these patients, Operative Bariatric Surgical Patients and PACU nurses’ knowledge level of the can be used in primary care clinics and given Projects are listed alphabetically by authors. for Extubating Post-Operative Bariatric including limited time during clinic visits and by Laura Lombardo extubation procedure of the bariatric surgical to patients who are awaiting health care To view the actual documents—which can Surgical Patients, advisor Dr. Mae Timmons poor patient motivation or family support. Background Bariatric surgery is becoming patient prior to and after introduction of services for URIs with the possible outcome include the nal paper, poster presentation, Prescriptive exercise has been successful in increasingly more common with the rising the resource. of reducing health care costs and antibiotic LeeAnn Mahnke Improving The Nebraska PowerPoint and brochures—click “View increasing physical activity and decreasing levels of obesity. Registered nurses who work usage. Medical Center’s Internal Radiology Media List” and the title of the document BMI in adults and represents a potential in surgical settings in acute care institutions Recommendations for Future Research Authorization Request Process, advisor you wish to browse. intervention for treatment of the overweight must be pro cient in care of these individuals. Upper Respiratory Infections: Further research on the outcome of brochure Dr. Pam Schwalb and obese adolescent population. Current policies in surgical setting do not Questions or comments may be directed to A Patient-Focused Educational Tool usage is warranted. The focus of this research provide speci c evidence-based information Samantha Palensky Business Plan to the Library at 402.552.3387 or via e-mail at Purpose The purpose of this project by Nathan Kaiser should be usefulness of the brochure in to refer to when they are met with the need Purchase a New SPECT/CT Gamma Camera, [email protected]. was to evaluate current literature related Background Upper respiratory infections reducing cost and reducing antibiotic usage. to extubate the high-risk post-surgical advisor Dr. Pam Schwalb to prescriptive exercise and individual (URIs) are one of the most common reasons bariatric patients. factors affecting adolescent physical that patients present to primary care providers
6 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 7 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP Sigma Theta Tau Alumni Association Membership Form Omicron Epsilon Annual membership drive runs through Aug. 31 The Alumni Association Board would like to invite you to renew Chapter Update CLASS NOTES or begin your membership in the Alumni Association. Thanks to By Judi Dunn, Omicron Epsilon Membership membership support this past year, the Alumni Association was able Chair & Director of Professional Development We enjoy hearing from you! Submit your professional and personal to present a student scholarship, provide snacks for students during news for the Class Notes section of the Alumni Times. If you’ve nals week, sponsor a continuing education event, provide iPads for The Omicron Epsilon Chapter of Sigma presented or have been published within the past year, we would love the iPad Academy and assist with several other activities. The support Theta Tau (STTI) annual meeting held April to hear about it. Class Notes are printed in the January/February and of our graduates is necessary for the Alumni Association to continue 16 was well attended by a wide variety of July/August issues. contributing to these functions. members. Updates were provided on chapter initiatives including increasing our presence Alumni Association dues are $25 per year. The membership year on the web through the STTI “Circle” social runs June 1 through May 31. Dues should be received no later than Academic Integrity at the College networking site. Chapter elections have been Aug. 31. As a member, you will receive the quarterly Alumni Times held. Michelle Boomer serves as president, Revamped policy to be implemented this fall semester newsletter, invitations to alumni events and periodic special mailings. and Marsha Cravens is president elect. Vice Alumni who graduated more than 50 years ago should mark “Nifty By Mikaela Knipe, Marketing Specialist, & Trish Weber, Radiologic Technology & Medical president is Peggy Mazzeo, Jane Langemeier Fifty” below to receive free membership in the Alumni Association. Imaging Instructor serves as secretary and JoAnn Acierno serves as treasurer. Integrity is de ned as an adherence to Faculty and student responsibilities are ABOUT YOU moral and ethical standards in personal, now clearly stated, as are the possible Fall Induction Ceremony Information professional and organizational actions—a disciplinary actions for students violating The 2013 Induction Ceremony is scheduled for Please print. value taught to us as students, members the policy. The Vice President of Academic Saturday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. in Howard Hall on Name of our profession and expected of us Affairs (VPAA) will review, track and report the Clarkson College campus. Please plan on Maiden Name (if applicable) as Clarkson College alumni. Therefore, on every issue where academic integrity has joining us for this important event. sustaining a culture of academic integrity is been compromised. Spouse’s Name (if applicable) fundamental to the reputation of Clarkson Interested in getting involved in STTI? Address The most signi cant change to the policy College and the education we provide If you are an active registered nurse interested City/State/Zip involves a set of leveled sanctions (warning, our students. in becoming a member of Sigma Theta Home Phone probation and dismissal) used to deter Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Each year, the College completes a review students from violating the policy. Students contact Judi Dunn, Membership Chair, at Cell Phone of the Academic Integrity Policy (AIP), which found guilty of an academic integrity 402.552.6123 or [email protected] for E-mail reiterates the commitment of Clarkson violation will not only receive disciplinary more information. Additional lines for Class Notes are located on the back of this page. College to ethical standards in personal, action for the course from faculty but also a Employer Information professional and organizational actions. For sanction from the VPAA’s of ce. Are you an inactive member who is interested Current Employer students, the ethic lies at the heart of their in taking advantage of all the bene ts of MEMBERSHIP Similar to the current policy, the student education. If they are not living up to the set membership, including continuing education, Address has the right to appeal to the of ce of the standards of academic integrity, the value of networking, research and improving global City/State/Zip Alumni Association dues are $25 per year. The membership year VPAA if s/he disagrees with the decision of their education is compromised. For faculty health? Contact the STTI Member Services at runs June 1 through May 31. Please make checks payable to “Alumni the faculty. The VPAA and Vice President of Position/Title and employees, instilling the importance of 888.634.7575 to renew your membership. Association of Clarkson College.” Alumni who graduated more than 50 Operations are co-chairs of the Academic academic integrity shapes the reputation years ago receive free membership in the Alumni Association. Integrity committee, and they will convene a of Clarkson College and creates positive committee to review the appeal and make Education Membership dues $25 patterns of interaction with students. a decision. Class of Nifty Fifty Yes No Contribution to the Alumni Scholarship Fund $ The Faculty Handbook, Curriculum and Degree(s) Earned In memory of (name) Policy (FHCP) review committee began Academic Integrity & the Alumni its evaluation of the current policy last Association of Clarkson College September. “In the end, I think we have To show support for academic integrity as an In honor of (name) a strong policy that communicates how integral component of the Clarkson College strongly the College feels about academic Mission and Values, the Alumni Association Giving Back Total amount enclosed $ began offering study halls each semester integrity; a policy that is aligned with the I would like to receive more information about tax-deductable gifts. Mission and Vision of the College,” said to help students prepare for nal exams. I would like to invest in the future of Clarkson College by: Trish Weber, chair of the Faculty Handbook, Beginning this fall semester, information, SUBMIT Being a guest lecturer Curriculum and Policy Review committee. tips and strategies will be available during Spending time assisting with alumni activities this time to instill a sense of pride in students Send your completed membership form and survey (located on Mentoring or tutoring current students The revised academic integrity policy will go to uphold their academic integrity and the back of this form) along with payment to Alumni Coordinator, into effect at the start of the fall semester. commitment to the overall College Mission. Clarkson College, 101 South 42 Street, Omaha, Neb. 68131.
8 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 9 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP ALUMNI WEEKEND EVENTS Alumni Association Survey Alumni Weekend: Event Registration Form
Please take a few minutes to ll out the following survey. Your input This year, the Alumni Weekend events will be held on Thursday, Sept. 19 and Friday, Sept. 20. NEWSLETTER FEEDBACK is greatly valued and assists the Alumni Association in providing The Alumni Association of Clarkson College invites you to join us for year’s activities. programs and activities for alumni members, meeting regulatory Would you like to see articles about alumni serving in the armed forces? requirements for Clarkson College and updating alumni information. Yes No EVENT DETAILS
ALUMNI EVENTS Have you served or are you serving in the armed forces? If yes, please Thursday, Sept. 19 Friday, Sept. 20 list which branch. 10 a.m. Alumni Brunch 7:30 a.m. Continuing education event, “Working with the Would you be interested in seeing the Outstanding Alumni Award No Yes The anniversary classes of 1953, 1963, 1973, 1983, 1988, 1993 Non-Compliant Client” reinstated? and 2003 will be honored at the brunch held in Howard Hall. Look for full event and registration details on page 12. Yes No Do you have any professional or personal stories that would make All alumni are invited to attend. Memory booklets will be interesting future articles in the Alumni Times newsletter? 7 p.m. 125th Anniversary Dinner given to graduates from the attending honored classes. Would you be interested in participating in the iPad Academy? No, I do not have any stories I would like to share at this time. It's the 125th anniversary of Clarkson College. You and Yes No Yes. Please describe: Noon Annual Alumni Meeting a guest are invited to celebrate our history at Joslyn Art The annual alumni meeting will be held on campus in Museum in the Storz Fountain Court from 7 to 10 p.m. Enjoy List any continuing education topics that would be of interest to you. Howard Hall from noon to 1 p.m. All paid alumni members the sounds of the Mahr String Quartet, tour Joslyn Art are invited to attend. Museum's special exhibit area and feast on a three course meal. This event is the perfect opportunity to re ect on List topics of interest that you would like to see in the newsletter. 2:30 p.m. Convocation your educational foundation and celebrate your health care Held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, transportation will be career, because you—as an alumni—are what this milestone List any events you would like to see the Alumni Association sponsor. provided from Clarkson College beginning at 1:30 p.m. is all about.
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Contact Information Reservation Details Name Yes, I will attend the Alumni Brunch on Sept. 19. Address Yes, I will attend the annual alumni meeting on Sept. 19. Yes, I will attend Convocation on Sept. 19. City/State/Zip CLASS NOTES I will need complimentary transportation to and from E-mail Clarkson College to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. Record additional Class Notes information here. Program(s) completed Yes, I will attend the continuing education event “Working with the Non-Compliant Client” on Sept. 20. Event and registration details on page 12. Class of Yes, I will attend the 125th Anniversary Dinner held at Joslyn Art Museum on Sept. 20. Payment Options individual(s) will attend at a cost of $45 per person. Continuing Education Event: $20 for paid Alumni Association members and students; $40 for non-members; $10 for Clarkson College students. 125th Anniversary Dinner held at Joslyn Art Museum: individual(s) will attend at a cost of $45 per person. Checks or money orders should be made payable to “Alumni Association of Clarkson College.”
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Parking Event Details Event parking, maps and detailed information will be sent to you Additional event descriptions can be viewed on the back page of approximately one month prior to the event. this issue.
RSVP by Friday, Aug. 16 Questions Clarkson College Alumni Association, attn: Alumni Coordinator Contact Rita VanFleet at van [email protected], 101 South 42 Street, Omaha, Neb. 68131 402.552.3516 or 800.647.5500.
10 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 11 CONTINUING EDUCATION EVENT Continuing Education Event Seventh Annual Working with the Non-Compliant Client Spring Garden
EVENT DETAILS CONTINUING EDUCATION Walk: Event
Friday, Sept. 20 from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Howard Hall on the Attendance at the entire educational event is required for continuing Recap Clarkson College campus in Omaha, Neb. education. Partial credit is not provided. CEU600.01CC. By Mikaela Knipe, Marketing Specialist
Target Audience Health Care Business Beneath the sunshine and amongst the freshly Health care professionals. 3.66 education hours awarded. bloomed owers, employees, alumni and friends lined the pathway of the Clarkson Objectives Nursing Service League Heritage Garden on May 17 The health care professional will be able to: Clarkson College is an approved provider of continuing nursing for the seventh annual Spring Garden Walk. › De ne the non-compliant client. education by the Nebraska Nurses Association, an accredited approver › Describe appropriate methods to work with the non- by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Dr. Louis Burgher, Clarkson College compliant client. Accreditation. President, welcomed those in attendance and › Outline the ethical issues related to non-compliance. introduced the Very Reverend Dean Thomas 3.66 ANCC/NNA Nursing contact hours awarded NE12-15C04-8. › Discuss actual case studies involving non-compliant clients in Hurley of Trinity Episcopal Church to the Clarkson College is approved Iowa provider #345. 4.4 Iowa nursing a variety of health care situations. podium for an opening invocation. Clarkson contact hours. College Board of Directors President, Dr. Marlin Stahl, spoke candidly of the Garden EVENT AGENDA Physical Therapy 0.36 continuing education units corresponding to 3.6 contact hours and the positive impact it has made since its installment (made possible by the Clarkson 7:30 a.m. Sign in and welcome approved by the NPTA. Service League) in 2006. 8:05 a.m. Introduction to Non-Compliance & How to Radiologic Technology Over the last several years, members of the Handle Barriers 4.0 Category A credits approved by ASRT. College community have purchased bricks, Joe Councill, M.S.N., R.N., Assistant Professor, boulders and (for the rst time this year) Undergraduate Nursing, Clarkson College REGISTRATION an amphitheater seat to dedicate to their 9:15 a.m. Ethical Issues Related to Non-Compliance loved ones. The proceeds are applied to the Linda Dabelstein, B.S.N., R.N., Coordinator, Contact Information endowed scholarships offered to current and Risk Management, The Nebraska Medical Center Name prospective students. Karen Nelson, current Clarkson Service League President, expressed Address 10:15 a.m. Break her gratitude to those who have supported City/State/Zip 10:30 a.m. Panel Discussion: Case Studies of Non-Compliance the effort. E-mail Panelists include the following: Trish Weber, '12–'13 Clarkson College Alumni Phone Joe Councill, M.S.N., R.N. Association President, thanked the Clarkson Nicole Hardin, M.S., R.T.(R)(M), (CIIP) Nursing license number required for nursing contact hours Service League members for providing a Andreia Nebel, P.T., DP.T. space on campus that students, faculty and Gretchen Jopp, RHIA, CPC staff have truly come to value. After some Payment Options closing remarks from Dr. Burgher, guests 11:45 a.m. Evaluations and wrap up Clarkson College paid Alumni Association member: $20 strolled the Garden area and gathered Clarkson College student: $10 inside the Student Center for cookies and Other health care provider: $40 ADDITIONAL DETAILS beverages. Checks or money orders should be made payable to “Alumni Questions Association, Clarkson College.” Contact the Clarkson College Professional Development of ce at [email protected], 402.552.6148, Phone & Online Registration 402.552.2311 or 800.647.5500. To make a credit card payment, call 402.552.6148, 402.552.2311 or 800.647.5500 or visit ClarksonCollege.edu/ProfessionalDevelopment/ Registration Deadline ContinuingEducationEvents. Event registration deadline is Monday, Sept. 9. Mail Registration AT TOP, DEDICATED BRICKS, BOULDERS & AMPHITHEATER SEATS WERE HONORED Send your completed registration form, along with payment, to Parking & Event Location AT THE SPRING GARDEN WALK. AT LEFT, Howard Hall is located in the Student Center on the Clarkson College Alumni Association, Clarkson College, 101 South 42 Street, Omaha, GARDEN VISITORS LISTEN TO THE EVENT'S campus. Parking is available in any designated commuter student lot. Neb. 68131. SPEAKERS DURING THE SEVENTH ANNUAL SPRING GARDEN WALK CEREMONY.
12 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 13 CLASS NOTES Alumni Class Notes The Impact of a Solid Educational Foundation M.S.N. ('11) & B.S.N. ('04) alumna shares her perspective on her Clarkson College education Class notes are published in the January/ care and teaching for 10 years, parish nursing LoyAnn Kuhlman Rossel ('70) February and July/August editions of the was a wonderful way to end a varied and I retired in March 2013! I worked at Clarkson By Amber Wagner-Connolly, Undergraduate Nursing Instructor Alumni Times. We are always happy to hear ful lling nursing career. Now it’s time to relax, Hospital for two years. Next was Bergan Mercy I have always been an avid dreamer, goal you do is something very special that not from alumni and want to share the information volunteer and work on my golf game! in Omaha, Neb. for eight years. With a move and service learning, which I believe are the setter and list maker. Almost 15 years ago everyone can say in his or her lifetime. I am so with others. If you have a story or information to Lincoln, Neb., I was hired at Saint Elizabeth building blocks to a successful change in our Ruth Briggs Siefert ('66) when I walked through the doors of Clarkson blessed that at a young age I have realized my that you would like to share in this section, Regional Medical Center. I worked there current system. Rita Miller Rohrrsen (’66) and I took a Baltic College, those three things that I did so often limitless potential, and my success continues please let us know. Information can pertain for 33 years. Nursing is such an interesting I am determined to be among the best in Cruise in September 2012. We especially were put into overdrive. I haven’t taken a to grow. My personal goals in life, my career to achievements, awards, marriages, births, occupation. I have worked in medical-surgical, what I do and be able to share my knowledge enjoyed the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. Rita break ever since, and I don’t plan on doing so goals and my educational goals all go hand- deaths, travel and other signi cant news. occupational health and telephone triage. with others. I am in the right place at the right lives in Atlanta, Ga., and I live in northwest anytime soon. There are too many goals to in-hand, and it all begins with the foundation Thank you Clarkson School of Nursing for the time—here at Clarkson College among When sending information, please include Arkansas, but we keep in touch and wish we’d reach and so many lists to complete. I have Clarkson College has given me. training in nursing. That great knowledge base the best of the best where all my dreams maiden name, if applicable, program and see more news from the class of 1966. too many dreams in mind that I need to make let me grow and continue to learn. Today as a nursing instructor and a doctorate come true! year(s) of graduation. E-mail your information come true. With the help of Clarkson College, I retired as Lieutenant Colonel from the student in global health, my interests include to van [email protected], call Cheryl Frutchey ('79, '05) no dream seems too big. I have learned timing Georgia Army National Guard after serving for embracing all of the fast-paced changes 402.552.3516 or write to Alumni Coordinator, Ph.D. in progress at Oklahoma City University. is everything, and that being in the right place 23 years. I had to borrow the full $2000 it cost currently going on in the world around us. Clarkson College, 101 South 42 Street, at the right time is so important. Clarkson Have thoughts about your education or for the three years of nursing school from the The fact that I am a lifelong learner keeps Omaha, Neb. 68131. College is the right place, and now is the right career path? Clarkson School of Nursing. I joined the Army 1980S me going and reaching for my goals and to time. We would love to hear them! Contact Rita as a senior student and was able to repay my ultimately make a positive impact. My current VanFleet at van [email protected] 1940S school loan with the pay I received during my Susan DeVries Stinson ('87, '88) I am proud to be a nurse, and I have loved mission includes staying as current as possible or 402.552.3516. senior year. I live in Wisconsin with my husband, Gordon; every experience the career has brought me. with health care reform and how this will Opal Havens Cooper (’44) two children, Sam, 6, and Sarah, 4; and a little I have a passion to share the love of my career affect us in our role as nurses. I have taken a I have been retired for a number of years. I go The day before graduation, I was summoned one on the way—expecting end of June. with others. Being able to say you love what special interest in community engagement to Body Recall (an exercise program) three to Miss Ann Anderson’s of ce, and she asked Working in a department of nursing—really days a week. I spend my days making quilts me how I proposed to repay my loan. She enjoying my job. and am working on 20 for my great grandkids. didn’t believe me when I told her I had paid EVENTS: My children and grandchildren already have off my loan the day before. All she said was, During this time (July '12), we moved from 1990S 2000S three quilts apiece. I also make afghans at “Dismissed.” There was no pat on the back Ohio to Illinois, and we welcomed our third night while I watch T.V. or thanks. Times have changed, but I’m so Donna Garbacz Bader ('93) Jean Ellis Crosby ('01) son, Joshua Valenta Beeman, into the world thankful the money was there for me. Actually, Thursday, Sept. 19 – All Alumni Completed the rst online Forensic Nursing I continue to work as a Certi ed Registered two weeks later. He is quite the bubbly I arrived at school with no idea of how I could Brunch at 10 a.m. and annual paid- S course for West Virginia University. Editorial Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at the Houston addition to the family, and his two older 1950 nance my education. I have always felt alumni luncheon meeting from noon Board for American Forensic Science Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and I was brothers love him very much. In January Clarkson School of Nursing provided me with to 1 p.m. Both events to be held on Patricia Patrick Wills (’55) Examiners Institute. Scholarship review promoted to Chief CRNA in April 2012. My through May 2013, I deployed to southwest a great start in the nursing profession. campus in Howard Hall. I have been retired for a number of years. I committee for American Association of husband and I welcomed our rst child, a boy, Asia and ew some intense missions. I learned try to keep in touch with some in our class of Critical Care Nursing. Invited as member on Dec. 17, 2012. a lot and am eternally grateful to have served Convocation at Trinity Cathedral at 1955. One is Mary Jane Wallahan, who also 1970S by International Nurses Association as a next to America’s nest. 2:30 p.m. All alumni are invited to lives in Missouri. Worldwide Leader in Healthcare. Certi ed Mathew E. Beeman ('07) attend. Transportation to the event Susan Stephens Burgher (’70) The Beeman family has been very busy Criminalist–I, Certi ed Forensic Science IN MEMORIUM will be provided. I was lucky to spend a day shopping and Consultant I. Certi ed American Nurses throughout 2012-13. In April through S 1960 lunching with my roommate, Susan Andersen December 2012, I was enrolled in the United Credentialing Center—Medical-Surgical Class of 1994 Friday, Sept. 20 – “Working with Bamford, in Kansas City the rst week of May. States Air Force School of Aerospace Daisy Hughson Eickhoff (’63) Nursing. Amy J. Steinberg Bianchini died May 31, 2013. the Non-Compliant Client” continuing The next week, I met Kathy Leaders Fober for Medicine Flight Nurse Training Program. Always proud to represent Clarkson School education event from 7:30 a.m. to lunch in Omaha. Great times with old friends! Cindy Walsh ('98) of Nursing in my professional life. Besides I have presented nationally a few times over noon in Howard Hall. Fill out the working at Tuscon Medical Center for 14 years, Nikie Herrera ('70) registration form on page 12 to attend. the past year for the Hospital Engagement LOOKING TO GET IN TOUCH WITH FORMER CLASSMATES? I was in Texas and worked for ve years as Have worked the last 20 years at Surgery West Network (HEN). This is a partnership with Join us as Clarkson College celebrates Nurse Manager of Maternal/Child Services at and Methodist Cancer Center in Omaha. the American Hospital Association and East Texas Medical Center and as an adjunct its 125 anniversary with a dinner at Working with head and neck surgical oncology Partnership for Patients. We are on a push The Alumni of ce has a listing of contact information for Clarkson College alumni and would faculty for University of Texas—Tyler campus. Joslyn Art Museum in Storz Fountain patients. The clinic started with Dr. W. Karrer to reduce patient harm by 40 percent and love to help you in your efforts to reconnect. This online system is updated regularly and The other 30 years of active nursing was in Court at 7 p.m. and Dr. Dan Lydiatt and has grown to eight reduce hospital readmissions by 20 percent contains most names and contact information for all graduated classes. Omaha at Midlands Hospital in Papillion, Neb. physicians. It has been a great learning by December 2013. A great resource for this Alumni Weekend Events – Register experience. Clarkson School of Nursing gave If you are looking to touch base with a former classmate, contact Rita VanFleet at Trudy Bergren Hershner ('64) project is Kristin Bailey, a Clarkson College to participate in this year's Alumni me a great foundation. 402.552.3516 or via e-mail at van [email protected]. I am now fully retired after serving ve years alumna. She is heading up this project for Weekend events by completing the the State of Nebraska through the Nebraska form on page 11. as our Grace United Methodist Church Parish Please know that contact information is not released without obtaining consent. Nurse. After working in acute care, long-term Hospital Association.
14 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 15 COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT Students of All Types Coming Celebration of Writing Together in New Organization & the Creative Arts By Mikaela Knipe, Marketing Specialist By Katie Kirkpatrick, General Education Assistant Professor & Writing Lab Coordinator Not unlike many colleges and universities To ensure the group received ample across the country, Clarkson College is support, Professor Rosmann approached The third annual Celebration of Writing and the Creative Arts seeing a gradual increase of international General Education Assistant Professor Katie at Clarkson College was a wonderful success. Each year, the students year over year. Unlike many of these Kirkpatrick to see if she would be interested Celebration displays the many creative talents of Clarkson College institutions, however, Clarkson College has in being a co-sponsor. “I am a big fan of these students and employees. Submissions this year included paintings, lacked a sanctioned organization for students types of groups, so I came on board very photography, short stories, poems and textiles. to discuss and celebrate their individual willingly,” said Kirkpatrick. This past April, they BSN STUDENT CARLA PAULA RAMIREZ New to the Celebration this year was the all-digital format. cultures. welcomed several students and employees SHARES A THOUGHT AT THE LAST Submissions were photographed, and each submitter’s voice was to the rst of cial meeting of the spring MULTI-CULTURAL STUDENT Last summer, Seithon Kpokoudjo, a BSN recorded describing their medium, their inspiration behind the ASSOCIATION MEETING. semester. In attendance was Kpokoudjo, Bakir student from Togo, pondered the possibility piece and their favorite aspect of the piece. Then, photos were Badjaglana of Togo, Carla Paula Ramirez of of mobilizing a multi-cultural group at merged with voice recordings to create a video of each submission. the Philippines, Gina Huh of South Korea, MELINDA FLOERSCH, ASHLEY RAWLINGS, JULIE RICKABAUGH, Clarkson College. “I noticed the push for STEFANIE QAHHAAR & JENNIFER MAHONEY. The videos were then placed on the Clarkson College YouTube Phattrawan Suksuwan of Thailand, as well cultural competency into the health care eld channel as a featured playlist, and QR barcodes were distributed as employees Nicole Caskey (Resources and how classes like Core II and III have made around campus, so everyone could access the playlist from their Librarian) and Rita VanFleet (Alumni culture their focus,” Kpokoudjo said. “With Students' Service Reaches mobile devices. Coordinator). the increase of international students, we As an exciting addition, the all-digital format opened up the event thought about starting a multi-cultural group The attendees circled the room to share about First Lady to our distance students. For instance, the rst place student to bridge the gap between what students their backgrounds, why they are interested in By Mikaela Knipe, Marketing Specialist winner, Angela Cook, is a distance student who submitted her learn in theory and the real world.” Kpokoudjo the MCSA and what they hope to gain from For six weeks of each semester, students in the NS 431 Professional photos and voice recordings electronically. Thus, the College is added that in researching colleges and the organization. They also outlined a number Nursing Care of Families class are privileged to meet twice a week pleased to be able to offer the event to all students and employees, universities across the Omaha-Metro area, of goals they hope to achieve, which include: with Julie Rickabaugh, a 43-year-old woman with Down Syndrome. The whether they are on campus or distance. DID YOU KNOW? nearly all of them offer some type of student › To share our rich backgrounds with one goal of this course is to familiarize students with home health nursing FUN FACTS FROM OUR cultural group. “As I used to be the president The Alumni Association generously donated $200, $100 and another and the College and the importance of assessing a learning need of their client and STUDENTS' CULTURES of the Bellevue University Multicultural Club, $50 educational grants for the top three student submissions. › To discuss how our cultures in uence how then educating him/her about that area. In Julie’s case, the students it was an imperative to be involved in getting First place was awarded to BSN student Angela Cook for her we view and practice health care selected healthy eating and exercise. They prepared a packet on this group started here at Clarkson College.” photography collage “The Forgotten.” Radiologic Technology and diet and exercise, worked with Julie on a game about government There are 55 countries in Africa that are › To share advice on College issues, such Medical Imaging student Jamie Bryant was awarded second place Kpokoudjo rst consulted Associate Professor guidelines and exercised with her. recognized by both the African Union (AU) as sharing resources and study habits, for her photograph “Jelly sh.” Third place went to BSN student of Nursing Marilyn Rosmann about his interest and the United Nation (UN). organizing study groups—really just create During one of the visits, Julie expressed her fondness of President and Kalen Knight for his painting “Pride, Peace & Equality.” in forming a multi-cultural group on campus. an overall support system for students Mrs. Obama. Recalling Michelle Obama’s passion for healthy living and Cameron and Togo used to be former They discussed how a group of this sort could Human Resources donated VISA gift cards to the top three › her development of the “Let’s Move” campaign, an initiative dedicated German West Africa colonies. be helpful to students from other countries Develop a mentorship program that pairs employee submissions. First place was awarded to Glenda Trecek, to solving the problem of childhood obesity. The students came up and to those with a native language other than rst- and second-year international students Student Services Representative, for her mixed media painting In Korea, everyone is required to have with a unique idea that involved contacting the First Lady herself to English. Professor Rosmann suggested he ask with third- and fourth-year students “Enjoy the Ride.” BSN faculty member Jody Scebold was awarded help Julie continue with the diet and exercise plan they created for her. health insurance regardless of their students if they were interested and, if so, they While Kirkpatrick and Rosmann will continue second place for her painting “Fluid of Emotions,” and adjunct income. The monthly payment is usually could meet informally at the Rosmann farm for to serve as facilitators for the MCSA, they Two of the students, Ashley Rawlings and Melinda Floersch, assisted faculty member Jennifer Memolo took third place for her short under $30. a potluck. envision it to be a student-led group. Julie with writing a letter to Michelle Obama about the new lifestyle story “Dreaming of Fire.” Every hospital in Korea allows clients to the students had introduced her to and how she is bene tting from it. Kpokoudjo and several other students “We currently do not have student board This event would not be possible without the kind support of the walk in without making appointments. Within a week or so, Julie found a signed letter from the White House accepted Professor Rosmann’s invitation and members, but we hope to soon, as the MCSA Alumni Association, Human Resources and everyone who donated Busy times may cause a longer wait, but in her mailbox. In the letter, the First Lady expressed her appreciation gathered at her home last August. “It was continues to grow,” Kirkpatrick said. their time to help organize and judge the event. for Julie taking the time to write to her and also discussed the “Let’s clients have the option to come back to an opportunity for everybody involved to Moving forward, the MCSA plans to meet Move” campaign. the hospital when there aren’t as many introduce ourselves to other group members,” once per month, and students, families and people waiting. said Kpokoudjo. They discussed objectives INTERESTED IN SEEING THIS YEAR'S ENTRIES? Clarkson College alumni are all invited to Nursing Instructor Julie Lawlor met Julie and her mother, Nancy, for the group and the requirements outlined Removing your shoes before entering a attend. If you are interested in attending the through her af liation with the Eastern Nebraska Of ce on Aging by Student Government Association (SGA) home is customary in many Asian cultures. next meeting, contact Katie Kirkpatrick at (ENOA). Each semester, Lawlor assigns students to complete an to be recognized as an of cial organization. The all-digital format of this year's event allows Filipinos believe shoes or slippers are dirty [email protected]. educational project for the Rickabaugh’s. “The students really enjoyed By the start of the fall 2012 semester, the users to view all of the submissions at their from outside enviroments and remove their this family,” said Lawlor. “Julie is so joyful and loving, and her mom Multi-Cultural Student Association (MCSA) leisure. Simply scan the QR barcode with footwear out of consideration and to keep loves the interaction, as well.” was born and set out for its rst recruitment your smartphone to view the entries via the their homes clean. engagement at the annual fall SGA BBQ. Clarkson College YouTube channel.
16 July/August 2013 Alumni Times 17 COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT RECENT GRADUATES April 2013 Clarkson College Graduates
Academic Excellence Awards Angelee Christine Dougherty Post-Baccalaureate Certi cate *** Magna Cum Laude Presented to the graduate in Jessica Bo Dowd †∑* in Health Information 3.75 through 3.84 each program with the highest Kirsty Louise Eden * Administration ** Cum Laude grade point average. Karly Elbracht Clarissa Dawn Phillips *** 3.65 through 3.74 Brianna Lynae Figgins * Michael Glen White Anna Elizabeth Fortina Master in Health Care * With Distinction Associate of Science in Health Amy Renee Getty Kier † Administration 3.50 through 3.64 Information Management Abby Lynn Greenlee ∑* Laura Christine Knutson DISTINGUISHED SERVICE Kimberly A. Moss Whitney Nicole Hill LeeAnn Caroline Mahnke ∑ Honor societies at the College: AWARD RECIPIENT NATALIE Bachelor of Science in Medical Cassandra Denise Hofmann Samantha S. Palensky ∑ Member of Delta Chapter VRBKA & DR. PATRICIA BOOK λ Misty Dawn Sachs PERRY FACULTY OF THE YEAR Imaging Jenni Horton ∑ Lambda Nu National Honor AWARD RECIPIENT KATIE Katrina V. Hotka-Truempler ** Society for the Radiologic Margaret Ann Cordes Master of Science in Nursing KIRKPATRICK SMILE WITH Amber Nicole Howard †∑ and Imaging Sciences Bachelor of Science in Nursing THEIR AWARDS IN HAND. Jenna Lee Hunt †* Jean Ann Beumler † Member of Omicron Epsilon Laura Christine Knutson Courtney Meyer Jackson †∑* Amanda Kay Bogard Chapter Sigma Theta Tau Master in Health Care Rita Mwimbi Kaburu Lee Marvin Carlson International Honor Society Kirkpatrick & Vrbka Receive Faculty of the Year Administration Jessica Anne Kealy Shannon Renee Fecher of Nursing Angela Christine Keele Stephanie Michelle Hogan Jean Ann Beumler & Distinguished Service Award Ashley Ann Knoble Sherry Elizabeth Hron By Mikaela Knipe, Marketing Specialist Master of Science in Nursing ∑ Member of National Society Alison Renee Lienemann Renée Michelle Johnson †∑ Brandon Anthony Jordan † of Leadership and Success Certi cate in Imaging Erin N. Long ∑ Clarkson College employees stood She mentors others in the suite, including bigger thrill than to have the work I perform Erin McKenzie Jordan † Sigma Alpha Pi Informatics Kelsey M. Mach † and delivered a rolling applause at the co-workers, work studies and ambassadors. daily, which encompasses my passion for Nathan Edward Kaiser Interdisciplinary Honor Jensen Kaye Duysen λ Lindsey McNutt ∑ announcement of Natalie Vrbka as the She gets along very well with everyone teaching and my advocacy for writing, qualify Brian Matthew Lake † Society Cheyenne Rebecca Jaster λ*** Erin Elizabeth Meier Distinguished Service Award recipient and she encounters and has great working for this prestigious award.” Some of the Charlyne Rae Riecken Ashlee Renee Murphy * Jessica Marie Munro † Please note: Honors designations Katie Kirkpatrick as the Dr. Patricia Book Perry relationships. comments entered in her nomination forms Samantha Marie Stephany Jessica Kay Scheer *** Kelsey Lee Nagel were based upon most current Faculty of the Year Award recipient at May's are as follows: Chaquita Antonia Thomas Natalie’s commitment to the College is Steve St. Louis *** Chelsie M. Palmer † information at press time. annual awards luncheon. John Urbanski remarkable. She has been a student mentor This recipient holds very high standards for Laura L. Trubic Emily Rachael Pickett †∑** Clarkson College apologizes for Distinguished Service Award at the College. She serves on the Holiday herself and for students. She has continually Melissa K. Potter Post-Master's Certi cate any errors or omissions. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes Committee, Student Activities Committee developed courses and additional Associate of Science in Health Samantha L. Rambo ** in Health Care Administration a member of the support or administrative/ and serves on two CSF committees. resources to help students be successful. Information Management Brittany Nicole Randall Sheryl Ann Jungbluth professional staff who exhibits leadership Nicole Lee Steinert **** Nancy Ann Rasmussen She is always the rst to volunteer for an She has taken English education to new and outstanding service to Clarkson College. Michael Glen White **** Brittany Anne Rice assignment and is always willing to assist levels with her motivation and creativity. Post-Master's Certi cate The Dr. Patricia Book Perry Faculty of the Courtney Kay Robinson ∑ with special projects. Under her direction, the Writing Lab in Nursing Year Award recognizes individuals who have Bachelor of Science in Medical Joslyn Elizabeth Rogge ∑* appointments have increased more Molly Ann Layton made substantial contributions to education Natalie’s excellence shows in her Imaging Jessica Rosenkrantz than two-fold. She has also included the Sherri L. Selvage ∑ at Clarkson College. Nominees for this award organizational skills, especially with our Jensen Kaye Duysen λ Heidi Marie Ruhsam functionality of the Writing Lab to include must hold a faculty rank in an academic or graduation activities. She takes time to Cheyenne Rebecca Jaster λ*** Jessica Morgan Rupp ∑ synchronous online tutoring, a huge step for Academic Honors professional development program and have make sure all of the details are in order. Shelly L. Lincoln λ Caitlin Elizabeth Sadlemyer the online campus. Academic honors are conferred at least three years of teaching experience at Kimberly A. Moss λ**** Jessica Amanda Schramm †**** Faculty of the Year Award on Bachelor of Science Clarkson College. She is extremely well respected by her Ashlee Renee Murphy * Holly Maria Sharrai Kirkpatrick joined the College in 2009 as and Associate of Science peers. She has improved the academic Janet Thi Nguyen λ* Justine Laura Smith †**** Vrbka began her position as Assistant to the an Instructor in the General Education degree candidates who, environment by presenting writing Jessica Kay Scheer λ*** Therese Ann Steffes Registrar in 2007 and has impressed many department and was promoted to upon graduation, distinguish workshops and one-on-one help to Steve St. Louis *** Megan Leigh Steingraber with her strong leadership and social skills. Assistant Professor in 2012. She initiated themselves by maintaining a high colleagues. She also created and organized Laura L. Trubic Brittney Beth Sturgeon “I felt so honored to be presented with the development of a writing center on cumulative grade point average. the annual Celebration of Writing and Rachelle Ann Tappe † the Distinguished Service Award this year, campus shortly after being hired, giving her Bachelor of Science in Nursing To qualify for academic honors, the Creative Arts, which has been highly Lisa Elaine Tompkins ∑ Vrbka said. “I am happy to be a part of the a secondary title of Writing Lab Coordinator. Sarah Elizabeth Anderson †∑* students must have completed successful and a wonderful way to highlight Jancye Brooke Trost Clarkson College team and Student Services “Receiving the Faculty of the Year Award Brittany Marie Arnold †∑**** the minimum number of required the talents of our student, staff and faculty. Ashley Anne Urzendowski †∑ particularly. I am so very thankful to those who residency hours. is an enormous honor,” Kirkpatrick shared. Whitney Anne Bennett † Sharon Nicole Vandegrift †** nominated me.” The following statements “Not only do I join a long list of devoted, Congratulations & Thank You Chelsy Rae Binkley Sydney Michelle Vogt † were made about Vrbka in her nomination Honors are distinguished by: professional, productive faculty members A nal thank you and congratulations is Amelia Patricia Burger ∑ Kristin Leigh Wellwood * forms: **** Summa Cum Laude who have received the award in the past; I also extended to Vrbka and Kirkpatrick for their Michelle Lynn Cavanaugh Emily Jayne Wickard 3.85 and above Natalie shares information and ideas for get to delight in the idea that my work at the exemplary service and dedication to the Margaret Ann Cordes **** Morgan Elizabeth Williams improvements within the Registrar’s of ce. College is making a difference. There is no ongoing success of Clarkson College. Ashley Elizabeth Corner †∑*
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CALLING ALL ADVENTURERS!
See the Holy Land on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Israel on Feb. 26–March 8, 2014. Highlights include three hospital visits, pilgrimage sites, a Druze village, Roman ruins, a wine-tasting and Eastern markets.
The $3759 cost includes round-trip air and land transport, 4-star hotels, medical and travel insurance, a private Israeli guide, admission fees, and all breakfasts and dinners. You may also earn continuing education hours at no additional cost.
For more information, contact Dr. Pat Brennan at [email protected] or 402.552.6125; or visit the Travel to Israel link at ClarksonCollege.edu.
Upcoming Alumni Weekend Events Celebrate with us by lling out the registration form on page 11
This year marks the celebrations for not Trinity Cathedral where Convocation will only the anniversary classes of 1953, 1963, take place at 2:30 p.m. All alumni are invited 1973, 1983, 1988, 1993 and 2003 but also to attend Convocation to participate in the the 125th anniversary of the founding of our annual welcoming of new Clarkson College College. Just think about the progress and students. impact Clarkson College and its graduates have made over the past 125 years. It is truly Friday, Sept. 20: something to be celebrated, and you—as an Continuing education event & 125th alumnus—are what it's all about. The Alumni Anniversary Dinner Association Board and of cers invite you to A continuing education event, “Working with participate in this year's exciting activities. the Non-Compliant Client,” is planned for Friday morning from 7:30 a.m. until noon on Thursday, Sept. 19: campus in Howard Hall. The registration form Brunch, Annual Meeting & Convocation for this event is on page 12. The annual Alumni Brunch will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19 on campus in Celebrate our 125th anniversary with us! You Howard Hall. All alumni are invited to attend and a guest are invited to celebrate our history with the classes of 1953, 1963, 1973, 1983, 1988, at Joslyn Art Museum in the Storz Fountain 1993 and 2003 being the honorary anniversary Court from 7 to 10 p.m. FROM TOP, MARY LEO ('72) & GLORIA classes. The annual meeting of the Alumni Questions BROWN ('72) BEFORE LAST YEAR'S Association will follow the brunch at noon. RIVERBOAT CRUISE. ALUMNAE REVIEW If you have questions about the events, THEIR 1987 CROSSWINDS YEARBOOK & Beginning at 1 p.m., Ollie the Trolley will contact Rita VanFleet at 402.552.3516 or REMINISCE DURING LAST YEAR'S BRUNCH. transport attendees from the College to van [email protected].